Another classical car.. Options?
Burning Brakes
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I'm also looking for another "toy" to play with. Have my 64 where I want it so it's time to look for something else. I really want an E30M3 but those prices have skyrocketed just like 964s. So thinking of a 944 to stay in the P car family. Maybe a S2 or 951. Anyone have one?
Three Wheelin'
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Went through lots of beamers back in 80's & 90's. I have had 2002, 2002tii, 3.0CS and one of the last E30 M3 which I bought in 91 and sold in 96. I also had a 240Z in between those beamers. The two cars that I would love to buy back are the 2002tii & the E30 M30. Both very solid and lots of fun to drive so in same mould as aircooled 911. There is a huge difference between 2002 & 2002tii, I would only buy the tii version.
3.0CS was ok too but more of a luxury GT car. 240z was a great nippy car but it just didn't have the solid feel of BMW, crazy road holding though (in a good way). Back in 80's my friends had various Alfa's and they all regretted it, too many mechanical problems so would never go near them.
3.0CS was ok too but more of a luxury GT car. 240z was a great nippy car but it just didn't have the solid feel of BMW, crazy road holding though (in a good way). Back in 80's my friends had various Alfa's and they all regretted it, too many mechanical problems so would never go near them.
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i'm a big fan of the 951, even though it might not be the least demanding car to own. for the dollar, especially when you buy a sorted car with tons of money into it already, they're one of the great porsche buys imo. if you're someone who would take it to the track, the value just doubled. just an entertaining and engaging car, no matter where you drive it. now that these are 30 years old, i get compliments on how nice mine is and how well the design has aged. along with the 240z, this is one of the great designs with this set of styling cues. if you go this route, either buy a perfectly sorted car or have a deferred maintenance fund available. they are not the cheapest of cars to maintain and are much better in the hands of someone who can perform most of their own work. labor costs can be hard to stomach on these cars.
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Its a hard call with the old classics.. so many are just soooo cool..
I prefer old Brits and Italians over the others.. except Porsche that is.
I just sold a 72 Alfa GTV last year.. been regretting it cause they're such fun cars. So for now my 308 does the Italian job for me. Over the last few years I've developed an affinity for old Mercedes.. never really thought much of them and was glad to let my ex-wife take the 560SL we bought with her! Now I find myself with a 560SEC, a CL500, and a vintage 60's 220s wagon.
I prefer old Brits and Italians over the others.. except Porsche that is.
I just sold a 72 Alfa GTV last year.. been regretting it cause they're such fun cars. So for now my 308 does the Italian job for me. Over the last few years I've developed an affinity for old Mercedes.. never really thought much of them and was glad to let my ex-wife take the 560SL we bought with her! Now I find myself with a 560SEC, a CL500, and a vintage 60's 220s wagon.
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Burning Brakes
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If you would consider classic 4x4's I'd recommend Toyota Fj40 Landcruisers. Rugged, simple, and great looks. Not fast at all but with removable top they are a fun extra vehicle. I'm on my 4th fj40.
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Three Wheelin'
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And they are bomb-proof. Had one as a daily many years ago, I swapped front seats with a pair from an old camaro. Only thing I never got round too was to change brakes to discs as it would get a bit wobbly under high speed braking. We choose it as our wedding car even though I had a M3 at the same time for my weekend car.
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if i could afford to maintain it - knowing it's italian - i'd opt for the GTV. such an awesome design. beyond that, the 1800 volvo is a great little car. my dad had one growing up. nice design - not overly quick.