craigslist finds

[Random]

:lol:

[CudaMan]

Ok what's the catch on that beautiful blue Integra? It looks so clean! I'm having visions of picking it up, roadtripping home and turning it out here in CA. Does that year/model have a fatal flaw? Is it some wheezy underpowered engine? That seems like a great price for what looks to be a very clean car.

[George]

Ok what's the catch on that beautiful blue Integra?


What can I say it's pretty fuckin' good, do you fuckin' want it or not?

..

[thesameguy]

Texts: I positively despise people who respond to CL ads with "send me your number." No, no I don't think I will. After we've discussed something then maybe you can have my number, but most idiots just say "send me your number" to everyone with no intention of calling soon. My phone is essentially for emergency use only - nobody calls me unless they really need to get a hold of me now, so I really hate it when I scramble to answer a call from some douche wondering about an ad I placed two weeks ago. I equally hate people who respond with "send me your address." What? So you can drive by at your leisure at some point in the unspecified future. *sigh* If only CL wasn't so damned useful at funding my hobbies by turning junk into cash...

Blue imperial: The flamesnrims are really quite terrible, but it looks like a damned decent car. And my favorite year! Sadly, 2014 is the Year of the RV. I must stand strong.

Integra: That Integra looks mint, but I'm not sure DAs have any real value. I think the market for them is quite small, and your best outcome would be getting what you paid for it. I really doubt it's a money-maker, and my gut says it'd be a slight money loser - something in the $500 to $1000 range. If you want a DA, I doubt you could do better. If you want to flip a DA, I think your premise is faulty. ;)

[CudaMan]

I don't know my Hondas too well. :) You just don't see them like that anymore. The few you do see are trashed. And not that awesome color.

[thesameguy]

Agreed it seems a super nice car, I just don't think there is much of a market for early Integras, nice or not. I could be way off, but I think the DAs are simply not super-desirable - rare just doesn't equal desirable. I could be way off - maybe keep your eye on this and see how long it takes to go:

http://stockton.craigslist.org/cto/4321380970.html

?

[speedpimp]

That '72 Conti reminds me of my sister's '72 Mark IV that was brown on brown on brown. She paid $1500 for it in '84 and got six years out of it. That was one hell of a car.

[George]

1958 Original VW Bug with 48K miles - $12,500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348876787.html)

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1963 Dodge Dart Wagon - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348779187.html)

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1983 Mercedes 300TD Turbo-diesel Wagon - Great shape - $3300 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4346290408.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_4BAJ9kYGdfM_600x450.jpg

1968 Oldsmobile 98 - $4500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4339511104.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00T0T_6dgegO2ilds_600x450.jpg

1967 Volvo Sedan - $10,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4349213545.html)

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1983 CHRYSLER (E-CLASS)--> Runs Great. DON'T MISS OUT - $1100 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348668536.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00L0L_dEJUUdGaa6A_600x450.jpg

1965 Plymouth Barracuda - $12,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348472440.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_dpWIVVEBR3J_600x450.jpg

Bonus points for skull shifter!

http://images.craigslist.org/01717_dsMavBr56pL_600x450.jpg

1984 Nissan 300zx Lemons, Chumpcar Race Car - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348047010.html)

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Subaru Convertible - $2500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4335411958.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_IeGRIm7MFn_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

There is no way that Suburu is factory... .... right?

[KillerB]

Not factory, but according to Wikipedia there was several companies doing aftermarket coach built Subaru convertibles during that era.
http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coach_convertible

[KillerB]

PS - that Beetle... :drool:

[thesameguy]

That makes sense.

But the mere of idea of a Subaru convertible is almost as ridiculous as, say, Nissan building some sort of a convertible SUV!

[KillerB]

It was right around the same time there was a coach built AMC Eagle 'vert, so... :lol:

[speedpimp]

That E-class is probably the rarest K-car this side of a Chrysler Limo.

[Godson]

And still not worth the metal it is made out of.

[George]

Searching for "rare" in the title can be fun.

Rare `88 Toyota Corolla GTS - $2200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4346998400.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00808_knIhJVPm7iu_600x450.jpg

Geo Metro 1990- Rare! In good shape, good body.. shape - $1700 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4350153200.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00X0X_3MiwVIq3T8d_600x450.jpg

1987 Ford Ranger Turbo Diesel RARE - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348630809.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_2BwgEBNH0Fx_600x450.jpg
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1989 Swift GTi + Roll Cage + tons of parts, RARE! DOHC 1.3L 40MPG - $2500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4345670055.html)

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Speaking of coach built convertibles...

1985 Oldsmobile Toronado Convertible Rare Classic Muscle Hurst - $7500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4344630472.html)

"1985 Oldsmobile Toronado Convertible Hess & Eisenhardt Edition Cherry Hills PGA Tournament car"

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1984 BMW 323i TC Baur - Rare E30 Model! - $1200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4304243728.html)

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Rare 1970 SAAB 95 $500 obo - $500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4287225162.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_iom12WUAVZR_600x450.jpg

1987 Toyota 4x4 Van Extremely Rare - $9500 (http://boulder.craigslist.org/cto/4337521945.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_2NLOPPiR9cI_600x450.jpg

1967 FORD T5 **VERY RARE CAR** - $7350 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4342599658.html)

"It was produced by Ford Motor Company for sales in Europe. Ford could not market the car as a Mustang because a European Truck Manufacturer (Krupp) had the copyright on the "Mustang" name, so Ford sold the car as a "T5". I am 47 years old, and I have never seen another T5 in person other than mine. Ford only produced around 470 of these cars in 1967, exclusively for sale in Europe.
My parents bought the car for me when I was 16 back in 1982. I drove the car from 1982-1987. I parked the car in 1987 and put a car cover over it. It has remained like that to this day. I stopped by my parents home last week to take the cover off so I could take some pics of the car."

http://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_6ffWWlMSgd7_600x450.jpg
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[Random]

The Baur E30 is, as advertised, very rare (a) because it's a Baur and (b) because it's a grey-market 323 (2.3-liter inline 6)--never officially soild here (we only got 325s).

And it's pretty weird looking. They did 2002s, and 320s, too, and even some E36s, I think.

Trivia: they also built the M1s and 959s. :)

[George]

[johnny carson voice]I did not know that.[/johnny carson voice]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M1_Combat_Car

[thesameguy]

I nearly bought an E21 Baur 323i in SF many years ago. I really wish I had... it would have been a neat car to own. Those grey E21 six cylinders (including the yet rarer carbed 320/6) were tough to find ten years ago, but they virtually don't exist anymore at all.

Edit: Also, that T5 is super. Maybe even better than the Frontenac you posted a while back.

[XHawkeye]

From the wonderful world of twitter. (https://twitter.com/harrym_evo/status/438327752547385344)

'07 599 GTB with 164,353 miles for a low low $81,877.

Driven ~ 23,5xxx/yr, I'm impressed.

http://www.lacentrale.fr/auto-occasion-annonce-23009463.html

http://photo.lacentrale.fr/photo/lc/W1/30/43/W13043515.jpg

[Godson]

*clap* *clap* *clap*


Seems I was beat to the punch with what I wanted to do with a testarossa...

[George]

1973 International Scout II, NICE - $4200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4344809927.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00B0B_ubRZvCOdJy_600x450.jpg

Driver - Survivor - 41 Chevy - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4353696945.html)

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1952 Dodge Truck - $1400 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4325918654.html)

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1975 datsun B210 - asking $1200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4353690977.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_fV1qRLyIXq7_600x450.jpg

Classic '85 Chrysler Le Baron Turbo - no price given (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4353315536.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_2vrlNurN1Hm_600x450.jpg

1965 FJ - $3600 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4324543354.html)

runs good
All original

http://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_6L1Azac9Mko_600x450.jpg

1985 NISSAN KING CAB 4X4 - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4337358687.html)

new shocks
new brakes
new tune up
new tires

!!!!!EVERYTHING WORKS!!!!!

http://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_3ClZEFXJhI3_600x450.jpg

1986 Volvo 740 turbo wagon manual transmission (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4353211774.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_38cZlgQ6T9v_600x450.jpg

'90 Chevrolet Celebrity wagon - $500 OBO (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4353180954.html)

Transmission pump has failed. Transmission will need to be rebuilt or exchanged

Looks really nice though.

http://images.craigslist.org/00s0s_hlpBANebMpt_600x450.jpg

Long, low, fenderskirts, green...where's Taimar?

1968 Chrysler 300 Coupe - $8400 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4352960307.html)

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\m/ TNT 440! \m/

http://images.craigslist.org/00l0l_ekhncJtTt4I_600x450.jpg

1965 Pontiac Bonneville 2 Door Coupe ( One Owner) - $9500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4314087099.html)

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1968 CADILLAC ELDORADO - $4995 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4314404838.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_jWwfymUslSC_600x450.jpg

If I squint a little, I can see a little of today's sharply angled Cadillac style here:

http://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_43n0D8aFIvZ_600x450.jpg

1970 chevy stepside 4x4 rare 350 4 bolt - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348114655.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00404_8tf6PR2rDgi_600x450.jpg

1969 Mustang Ford Shelby GT 350 4 speed - $64,500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4351683575.html)

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http://images.craigslist.org/00B0B_9sl9jqqx2GQ_600x450.jpg

[novicius]

That '68 300 coupe is my joint! Love the 440 with the monster-sized A/C pump tumor! :lol: :up:

[thesameguy]

I am at a constant loss for how there can be so much awesome yet affordable stuff in Colorado. It's mindblowing.

And, man, that ultrabeige LeBaron - LOL!

[JoshInKC]

I'm into those 7th gen eldorados. Very attractive cars.

[Random]

Turbo Volvo is pretty sweet, but out of principle I can't deal with someone that uses apostrophes for plurals on every single goddamn word. I'm faintly surprised the windshield banner doesn't have one. :angry:

[George]

Not only for plural words, but for verbs ending in S also!


this car run very good and looks just as nice the car is just setting so need's to go
the car come's with 2 set's of wheel's ( one of the set's are fittipaldi wheels )

This message brought to you by GO 4-IT RACING SCHOOL'S! :D

[speedpimp]

I'm really digging the Datsun family.

[KillerB]

Someone needs to explain to me what is wrong with that Eldo, because at that price I'm thinking I could buy it and double my money here in Cali almost immediately.

I -love- that year Pontiac, and the A/C controls that look just like a radio from that period are the bomb.

[Yeti]

I like that '70 Chevy a lot, but I'd like it way way more if it were a longbed instead of a stepside.

[XHawkeye]

'87 350i for $6730 (https://twitter.com/harrym_evo/status/439821432118591488) but pictures under the hood.

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C478377


BMW E30 350i mk1 sport V12. Unique car and a rare opportunity for an enthusiast.

1987 BMW E30 325i sport fitted with 5.0 litre V12 engine from 750i. This is a genuine diamond black (no sunroof) mk 1 sport with M-tec steering wheel/gear shift, grey check Recaro seats with black headlining. The conversion by Spooks Engineering includes manual steering, Kahn 17” alloy wheels, 50mm lowered suspension and custom made part-stainless steel exhaust system. Has just had new brake discs and pads. Now requires a brake servo. Taxed until June 2014 and MOT until Dec 2014. No room in the garage now so this unique car has to go to a new E30 enthusiast. First offer of £4,000 cash secures. Serious enquiries only please.

[thesameguy]

Someone needs to explain to me what is wrong with that Eldo, because at that price I'm thinking I could buy it and double my money here in Cali almost immediately.

I think that price is about average for that car - you could only flip it for a profit if it's totally mint and/or completely restored. You can buy runner 472 Eldos for $3k-$7k all day long, and that's what I think the one in Colorado is. Of course, if you want an El Dorado, you could almost certainly buy it, drive it, and sell it in a couple months for what you paid, but I wouldn't expect to make money on it.

[thesameguy]

'87 350i for $6730 (https://twitter.com/harrym_evo/status/439821432118591488) but pictures under the hood.

http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C478377

Timely post... because that Baur 323i posted the other day got me thinking about other interesting E30s, and I was reminded of the South African 333i...

http://www.dtmpower.net/forum/attachments/e30-3-series-prior/25214d1102069737-south-african-e30-333i-owners-333ad2-1.jpg

25 year rule! :D

[thesameguy]

Win.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4348755541.html

[Godson]

:lol:

[KillerB]

Okay, this is Hemmings via BaT, but... OMFG! 1962 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible for $26,500 (http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/carsforsale/cadillac/eldorado_biarritz/1629528.html)

It's not perfect, but for the price, you could drive it while slowly fixing the issues and still come out ahead.

[thesameguy]

Man, that is a pretty car. The top is atrocious, though. Really a let down!

[George]

Here's a consolation prize if the $26,000 '62 Eldorado isn't exactly right:

1966 Lincoln Convertible Suicide DOOR - $23,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358055483.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01111_iSyVh4DDwje_600x450.jpg
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1990 Audi 90 Quattro Coupe AWD 5 Speed Manual Pearl White Black Leather Hea - $5800 (http://gtxforums.net/showthread.php?47-craigslist-finds&p=6559#post6559)

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_7vtgNtM2VGE_600x450.jpg

72 jag 400 chevy v8 350trany - $3000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358010948.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00j0j_him7IYXIujR_600x450.jpg

The Road Warrior - 1986 BMW 325es - $650
(http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4357870730.html)
This reads like an ad one of you guys would write. Selected quotes:

Elegant. Sophisticated. Alluring.

Q - Is it safe?
A - Probably not, but as long as you aren't in a major collision then you should be fine.

There are several rather large holes due to rust. These holes are hardly visible unless you're looking straight at them or have the trunk open.

STEEL SKID PLATE to protect oil pan during jumping and ramming*

* Ramming a massive object with the Road Warrior will obliterate the oil cooler and radiator. This is not recommended.

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Porsche 924 Turbo - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4357903409.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00K0K_1tOhVlOeSKr_600x450.jpg

Chrysler Newport 1962 - $4800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4350817337.html)

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1985 GMC Vandura G3500 - $6995 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4357817403.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00909_YMGHzXtWR3_600x450.jpg

1975 Buick Century 2-door coupe - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4328322675.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00i0i_7nKs6PFqRrE_600x450.jpg

1955 Mack H63 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4357210795.html)

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1968 Mercury Monteray Convertible - $14500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4317986747.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00404_emuMf80D2dX_600x450.jpg

67 Dodge D300 PickupTruck - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4356812354.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00q0q_igcKexTvLRe_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I would love to build an RV on that Mack - how cool!

Also rather digging Lucille, although I'd prefer to have the door handles back...

[speedpimp]

The Mack would be nice as a toy. Now that '67 Dodge would make a nice base for an RV.

[thesameguy]

That Mack is a sleeper cab and a stubby 5th wheel short of totally rad!

[speedpimp]

Fifth wheel is there.

A few weeks back I happened upon someone's "stash"(five or six sitting in a field next to a barn) of mid-late '60's GMC cabovers. One was a sleeper cab, actually the "sleeper" was just a tiny box added to the back of the cab. I guess that's where the term "coffin sleeper" comes from. Here (http://goo.gl/maps/Bxqmt).

[KillerB]

I agree on the Mack.

I really don't think the top would be that big a deal. They're not exactly cheap to replace but compared to bodywork they're not that big a deal. If I bought it - which I'm not - I'd replace the top with one made from red fabric to match the interior.

[thesameguy]

The top, I'm guessing, is somewhere in the neighborhood of $2500-$3000 - assuming you do a nice canvas instead of that crap looking vinyl. A canvas top on an E36 or c900 is about two grand, and I'm betting there is another couple of yards required to do a Caddy. ;) Pocket change in the scope of that car, and it'd be well worth doing. Did I mention that vinyl looks like crap? :D

[thesameguy]

Fifth wheel is there.

A few weeks back I happened upon someone's "stash"(five or six sitting in a field next to a barn) of mid-late '60's GMC cabovers. One was a sleeper cab, actually the "sleeper" was just a tiny box added to the back of the cab. I guess that's where the term "coffin sleeper" comes from. Here (http://goo.gl/maps/Bxqmt).

A field full of commercial trucks is awesome. I would have expected some scrapper to come by and make an offer by now... guess there's no accounting for taste. ;)

[thesameguy]

Man, tow vehicle from hell:

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4349339155.html

Supercharged 454...

[Random]

Needs bags. :devil:

[KillerB]

Awesome 'burban!

$3k into a decent top is reasonable for that. Bodywork, to really make it right, is probably going to be $8k+, but when it's all done, you'll be into it for less than $40,000, and in top nick, that's a $50,000 car, IMO.

Of course, that's why I prefer the coupes and sedans, which rarely top $25k in excellent condition.

[neanderthal]

72 jag 400 chevy v8 350trany - $3000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358010948.html)



The Jag is giving me serious wood.

[George]

How about this as a base for your zombie apocalypse RV?

1974 GMC Field Gymmy 427 - $12,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4316626296.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Z0Z_2IWJLzUrHuD_600x450.jpg
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1985 Toyota Corolla GT-S - $4868 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4359038611.html)

This car will probably not get you laid. If it does, don't keep her, there will be others.

(Waist must be under 36" to fit in this seat, no fat asses)

The email you send will dictate whether or not I will respond. "yo iz teh car steel 4sale" will be ignored. nobody will ever take your dumbass seriously. Just trying to help you out now before you're 30 and wonder why you have not made anything of yourself except for your childish Youtube video reply to Miley Cyrus twerking. Come correct and I will reply ASAP!

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1946 Ford Truck V8 - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358832661.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01414_bNxToJJIkrZ_600x450.jpg

1954 Chrysler Windsor my consider trade - $2900 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358781803.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_gNoIZivSLSZ_600x450.jpg

1967 122 Volvo Estate Wagon - $8000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348621548.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_5OULGsArCXH_600x450.jpg

I'm guessing this will be the only chopped top Willys wagon to be posted in this thread today.

1956 Willys Wagon 4x4 - $4200 (http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/4306128433.html)

Will do 75 on the interstate and go straight up a wall in 4x4 low

http://images.craigslist.org/00909_VzUgit2ufJ_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00808_aNw9Bbe3P8B_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01515_7vgPhmG7eMK_600x450.jpg

And for those who like their Willys a bit more stock...

1951 Willys Wagon 4x4 - $2000 (http://eastco.craigslist.org/cto/4343206608.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01111_9KZtzt1uCBC_600x450.jpg

This is the last year this vehicle had one taillight.

http://images.craigslist.org/00L0L_fAWnEI46nYv_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

Wow, that is a lot of awesome in that post. Those mid-century Chryslers seem to be quite affordable in your neck of the woods... might have to put that on the to-do list. ;)

[Godson]

Corolla ad is perfect. "don't keep her" :lol:

[Random]

Here's a random (!) selection of cars (and trucks) based on searching for "rare" in titles, like George did:

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4339577757.html
RARE AMX HORNET 1977 - $10000 (LOOMIS)
http://images.craigslist.org/01414_gWJuMOd3Kau_600x450.jpg

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4359025469.html
BMY HARSCO M923A2 TRUCK HIGH TOP HARD TOP RARE! - $20000
http://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_4tGYjGb26xV_600x450.jpg

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4358123542.html
rare 1970 3 door 4x4 suburban - $5000 (pioneer,ca)
http://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_kqRabz2gOwj_600x450.jpg

I would buy this, but it needs more doors:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4353306240.html
1966 Ford Econoline Rare 8 Door Van - $3000 (Oroville)
http://images.craigslist.org/00I0I_3zcSrkVwX8D_600x450.jpg

I like these 70s two-door Benz sedans:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4358871403.html
***** RARE MERCEDES***** sell/trade (Modesto)
http://images.craigslist.org/00i0i_LEHna6ifIQ_600x450.jpg

The closing remark on this one is great:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4353259764.html
1986 TURBO Mitsubishi Starion RARE - $4000 (vallejo)
http://images.craigslist.org/00202_jeZ5pfbK5IE_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

Man, I do love me a 3-door Suburban. I had high hopes it had some major underneath work done and I could have considered it for a Suburban replacement, but I like old truck looks, not old truck mechanicals. I need brake & axle swaps & shit. :)

Also, Starions. Yum.

[George]

AMX Hornet rocks a \m/ SKULL SHIFTER! \m/

http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_3B5Fko8fW2_600x450.jpg

[Random]

Also, Starions. Yum.

It even has a sunset plate...calling KillerB! :D

[speedpimp]

AMX Hornet rocks a \m/ SKULL SHIFTER! \m/

http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_3B5Fko8fW2_600x450.jpg

I had the same shift knob in my PT.

[Phil_SS]

Another one for Taimar.

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/4343429437.html

[Godson]

That olds is sooooooo bitchin'.


Totally loving the color.

[speedpimp]

1968 Pontiac LeMans Sport Truck prototype, $75k (http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/pontiac/lemans/1629578.html?refer=blog). Not from CL but Hemmings.
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[KillerB]

It even has a sunset plate...calling KillerB! :D

Wrong 80s sports car, but can you transfer sunset plates like you can black plates?

[KillerB]

Another one for Taimar.

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/4343429437.html

Next priority in a new place - a full depth garage.

[thesameguy]

Another one for Taimar.

http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/cto/4343429437.html

Wow, '73, no smog in California, 455? NICE.

[Godson]

Do it.

[George]

Phil_SS is hereby declared the winner of the thread. Amazing car.

That Pontiac Ranchero is great too.

[thesameguy]

Wrong 80s sports car, but can you transfer sunset plates like you can black plates?

You can't, and you technically can't transfer black plates either. Only '63 through '69 (IIRC) plates can be transferred under the "Year of Manufacture" program. I have no idea why that arbitrary window, but that's the score. That's why I was happy my '62 Falcon came with black ones. :)

[KillerB]

Um... aren't black plates the 63-69 plates?

EDIT: Here's what Wikipedia has to say:


The use of year-of-manufacture (YOM) plates is authorized by Section 5004.1 [2] of the California Motor Vehicle Code. It is a law that allows vintage cars to be registered to use vintage license plates. Any officially manufactured California license plates which were produced prior to 1963 and plates on a currently registered vehicle or trailer of a corresponding model year. If used on the original plate, a sticker or metal tab that corresponds to the year of the vehicle is required.
In July, 2009, California extended its YOM program to include passenger vehicles from 1963-1969, and commercial vehicles (pick-ups, etc.) through 1972. Any black and gold plate from this era may be used on these vehicles, as long as they are "clear" with the DMV (i.e., not used, reported stolen, or no records found, for the last 10 years). A valid sticker must be attached to the plate corresponding to the year of the vehicle that is to be registered.

[thesameguy]

Yes, black plates ran from '63 to '69, but they also ran before '63 and after '69 - eg, my 1962 Falcon has black plates. I don't know what's special about these particular years that required a special rule exempting older and newer ones. It's bizarre. So, like that '62 Cadillac convertible posted earlier would not be eligible for a YOM plate swap. Saying "black plate swap" is imprecise - the only thing legal is a '63 to '69 black plate swap.

[Random]

My reading is that the original program was pre-'63, and they added in the '63-'69 years (-'72 for commercial and PUs), making it pre-'69 (or pre-'72).

[thesameguy]

I thought that too, but when I inquired about such plates for the Cadillac, the clerk was fairly certain black plates were only valid on '63 to '69. I dunno, but that's what she said. I don't know when the crossover from black on yellow to yellow on black happened, but I think sometime around '60? I don't know what happens to those '60-'63 cars that may/should (?) have had black plates.

[Random]

Model Year Date License Plates 5004.1. (a) (1) An owner of a vehicle that is a 1969 or older model-year vehicle or the owner of a commercial vehicle or a pickup truck that is a 1972 or older model-year may, after the requirements for the registration of the vehicle are complied with and with the approval of the department, utilize license plates of this state with the date of year corresponding to the model-year date when the vehicle was manufactured, if the model-year date license plate is legible and serviceable, as determined by the department, in lieu of the license plates otherwise required by this code.(2) The department may consult with an organization of old car hobbyists in determining whether the date of year of the license plate corresponds to the model-year date when the vehicle was manufactured.


Clerk was dumb.

[Taimar]

Total moron messes up an MGB/GT, calls it dada-esque art installation, prices it at 10 grand. (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/cto/4332472665.html)

Being an artist who used to have an MGB/GT, I'm okay with calling it crap.

[KillerB]

Yeah the end is imprecise, too, because apparently different counties ran out of black plates at different times, so it you lived in a rural county, your 1970 vehicle may have gotten a black plate - maybe that's why they cover trucks to 1972?

[Taimar]

Honestly one of GM's worst ever designs in terms of quality, but gorgeous and super rare now - anybody else remember when these (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/bnc/cto/4315462146.html) were absolutely everywhere?

http://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_l5baqYRDkOE_600x450.jpg

[Yeti]

My parents owned a variant of the H-body that seems to be totally extinct:

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8532/8570857714_0aaa6ed5df_b.jpg

When's the last time you saw a Starfire Firenza?

That's in 1991, the evening before it was hauled away for scrap. You can just see the tail of the mint, low-miles 1981 Coupe DeVille my parents had just bought from a relative's father-in-law in the background.

[George]

I drove down to Myrtle Beach one year for spring break with a friend who owned a V6 + Manual Monza. Seemed like a fine little car.

And I remember my dad using "Firenza" when he probably meant Ferrari more than once, such as, "He's so rich now he probably drives a Firenza or something."

Uh, yeah Dad. Whatever you say.

I'm already that way to my kids, I'm sure.

1958 Lincoln - $19,500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4350508569.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_lXL5M8f7Jfw_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_7sCBH3OKsOr_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_iIPUGW1Kxqt_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

That Lincoln is the bees knees. What an awesome/goofy looking car. Automobiledom really had no idea what it was doing ~1960.

[George]

'69 AMX -- 390 Go Pac - $19,700 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4347071273.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_180lHlbvjFG_600x450.jpg

1972 ford f-350 crew cab - $6000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4346341107.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_8KuruFF8oAm_600x450.jpg

1957 2door Lincoln premier survivor barn find - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4355962750.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_2LF7uEhzGNb_600x450.jpg

1955 Buick Special - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4361793796.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_jDJPFU7ldJw_600x450.jpg

1973 Jeep Wagoneer - $3000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4361267142.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_PP5F95CPo3_600x450.jpg

1965 Impala SS - $6750 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4356631106.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01010_6wxupUZmVxt_600x450.jpg

1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia - $7800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4355838624.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00V0V_lvQuKRqPBr6_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00j0j_cFVAiQy2dSw_600x450.jpg

How can someone own a hearse and not know how to spell it?

1976 Cadillac Hurst 500 engine - $15,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4311420409.html)

The only thing that this baby needs is a transmission.

Good luck getting $15K, says I.

http://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_8cVyaf5SjPf_600x450.jpg

1948 Chrysler Windsor ***REDUCED*** - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4354427690.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00101_d2c5OibMJUl_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01515_gdcy3Td05B6_600x450.jpg

1957 BMW Isetta - Nicest anywhere, great investment - $49950 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4354386257.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00101_49Yrf4lLi33_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

One of the girls at work used to call the Feetwoo a hurst. She was cute, but not cute enough to offset that kind of ignorance.

In any case, hurst guy is on drugs. $15k for a car that needs a transmission and has absolutely zero collectible value in running shape? Derp.

I sure do like that Chryslurst, though... and such a bargain!

[speedpimp]

I owned two Monzas for a very short period of time between Spring '88/Spring '89. The first was a beautiful blue/green '77 coupe(too bad it had a busted heater core and a driver's side door that wouldn't open from the inside) and the other was a gold '79 hatch that I bought from my uncle for $400(I paid him $100, delivered pizzas with it for a weekend and the clutch went out, I ate the $100 loss and my uncle got his POS back). At the time I owned the '77 the people who lived across the street had a Buick Skyhawk in their backyard. It never moved in the four years they owned it. For some reason as a teen I remember seeing a Vega hatch but it was wearing Monza badges.
330

[Yeti]

That Wagoneer though. All the want.

[JoshInKC]

Weirdly(given my other predilictions), I'm not a fan of those ~'58 Lincolns. I love most of the other late 50s - early 60s big cars, but the FoMoCo products don't do anything for me.

Edited to ad: I really like that Windsor, though.

[speedpimp]

Hurst owner is smoking the good shit.

[George]

Hey, what can I say. It's Colorado.

[thesameguy]

So, he's smoking the good shit legally.

And that's what's important.

Anyone ever hotboxed a hurst?

[George]

Obeying the law in Colorado is fun!

1973 Ford F250 ****68K Miles*** - $2700 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4364292066.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_fYQ8pgWLrEp_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00B0B_it6JMPtf2GY_600x450.jpg

What the...? $2500?! Daily driver V8 + 3 on the tree? Naw...

69 ranchero - $2500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4364129497.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00a0a_4YXS9Un2wiY_600x450.jpg

1946 Chevy - $17,500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363970273.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00v0v_g1QZHscGuaX_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_bf116ZgVbr1_600x450.jpg

Have Fun Or Make Money 65K miles - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4329393214.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_4TdQSXEvgP8_600x450.jpg

1947 White 10 ton wrecker. - $3000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4335804620.html)

Just the thing for an RV conversion!

http://images.craigslist.org/00Z0Z_gIEBEwZqOQe_600x450.jpg

1941 Chevy Special Deluxe - $7500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4347856647.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01717_9xS8fAHgnzF_600x450.jpg

Corvette with steelies & dog dishes, outside, on the dirt and snow? Couldn't be any cooler (unless it had a skull shifter).

1962 Corvette - $45,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363695081.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_1IpaCDz25kZ_600x450.jpg

1957 mercury montclair 4dr $2,200FIRM CLEAN COLO TITLE - $2200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363623698.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00V0V_9E6z95Unxli_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_h7svG0IDI2f_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_2t33D5tlM2w_600x450.jpg

1982 Toyota 4x4 Pick Up - $6900 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363339014.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00j0j_19uQIxCzlQT_600x450.jpg

FOR SALE - 1990Acura Legend - $2190 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363228355.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00v0v_1vF6mkcQ2QZ_600x450.jpg

1963 Studebaker Lark - $8999 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4363140870.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_bncbOgvOti7_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00000_5NIHn2eC9yi_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

A man could fit a lot of girls in a car with six doors...

[speedpimp]

That Ranchero might be a floor shift.
I wish there were better pics of that White 10 ton.
The fucking ignition cylinder for the Lark is hanging loose under the dash. It looks better without its missing bumpers.

[Yeti]

Marty McFly Toyotas are starting to get expensive :|

[Taimar]

Quite the historical rarity - a 1981 Lincoln Town Coupe (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/cto/4326656402.html) - shame about the color though. I'd feel like Dorothy Zbornak in that.

http://images.craigslist.org/00l0l_f3IgW00dcgV_600x450.jpg

Tons of potential in this '79 Colt/Lancer A70 (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/rch/cto/4329347564.html):

Even has a nice and in-tact white interior, which is pretty unusual. Too bad it's an auto.

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_kvtwkdBonmb_600x450.jpg

Another "too bad it's an auto" -

1978 Datsun 200SX / S10 Silvia (http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/nvn/cto/4358675016.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00m0m_eZfJqZzMCn2_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

That Datsun is fantastic! Super ugly, but charming at the same time. Those wheel covers have got to go, though! :)

[speedpimp]

That Lincoln makes me want to take up golf.

[Random]

05 Legacy GT wagon: http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4360488202.html

[thesameguy]

$16k for that!

Man, I should have bought one when they were $8k! :lol:

[Godson]

$16k for that!

Man, I should have bought one when they were $8k! :lol:


Which is why I have decided the next vehicle in the fleet is going to be a 2003 Infiniti Qx4.


For 8k, I get a much nicer vehicle, that doesn't having timing belts.






and 8k buys a lot of fuel.

[George]

I haven't seen one of these in ages:

81 Ford Escort L 2DR Hatchback - asking $1000 OBO (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4358412093.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00303_kNCblG7dRqJ_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_dNnRBFIiLWz_600x450.jpg

1979 Ford Bronco - $6500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4371436367.html)

The only way to take off in a rig like that!

http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_26benmDFso4_600x450.jpg

1956 pontiac chieftain - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4357090798.html)

"1956 pontiac chieftain was originally a four door now a coupe. Was even retitled as coupe."

http://images.craigslist.org/00I0I_k5MpDyTdyMv_600x450.jpg

1968 CADILLAC DEVILLE 4DR HARDTOP SWEET CRUISER SELL OR TRADE - $1 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4370376731.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00707_bla4fJ7OlXa_600x450.jpg

Two thousand dollars for this?

1982 Bajaj 3 Wheel scooter/ tuk tuk/ rickshaw - $2000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4370660285.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_eWJEBMdf6Y8_600x450.jpg

1953 DeSoto wagon Hemi - $34,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4370795750.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_k3RIoZvglgy_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00s0s_8pWFgaNuSgK_600x450.jpg

Lots more pics in ad.

[thesameguy]

Pretty sure 472 was not the biggest motor Cadillac made.

Also, green? Really? Green?

[George]

Maybe he meant the biggest in '68?

When did the 501 or whatever it is appear?

I might not have posted that here, had it not been for the color. :D

[thesameguy]

I think '70 was the 8.2l. 472 was the biggest engine sold in '68 - it was the only engine sold in '68. Multiple engines on sale at the same time was still like a decade or more away for Cadillac.

[Godson]

the "super cheap and even if the engine is toast" decent deal for a winter beater....



If only I knew I had money coming in the future, this would be a good grab.


http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4371143377.html


And found an engine for 750 only 5 miles away with the best description ever. "CAN START TO CHECK DROVE TO CRASH-164K"

[thesameguy]

Man, if the timing chain snapped I gotta believe that thing was really lacking in maintenance. Although, like you say, super cheap winter beater...

[speedpimp]

'76 Maverick $6200 (http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/4372001288.html)
http://images.craigslist.org/00000_84BncyGAYfD_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00w0w_oOQId8A0mD_600x450.jpg

[George]

^^^ I like it, and the suprising (to me, anyway) engine choice.

[thesameguy]

It's the stock motor. :)

[Random]

All stock except for oversized valves, 3 angled valve job, and hardened seats. The motor has been fully blueprinted and balanced.


[crazy WI guy]BONE STOCK![/crazy guy]

[George]

Stock, as in "the original engine that came with the car" stock, is what surprised me. Seems to me from craigslist cruising that most guys who would do all that to a car would stick a 289 or a 302 or whatever fits in there while they were at it.

...but maybe that means a different transmission and other stuff too that I don't know about.

[Godson]

I love the stock and simplistic ideea of that. Always been a maverick fan.

[GB]

Risking a breach of Forum etiquette, posting this as a 'Fail', AND a Craigslist Find:

http://vietnam.craigslist.org/for/4372477162.html

[Godson]

....too soon?

[KillerB]

Nope. :lol:

[Yw-slayer]

I'm Malaysian, and while it is too soon, I found it funny.

[thesameguy]

Stock, as in "the original engine that came with the car" stock, is what surprised me.

Ah, got it.

Sticking a V8 in is pretty trivial, so the owner clearly loved the six. I guess if you buy a nice 6cyl Maverick this late in the game, you aren't going to wreck it with an engine transplant. :up:

[GB]

http://daytona.craigslist.org/cto/4368502861.html

$2499

http://images.craigslist.org/00101_cXVP2GhNs94_600x450.jpg

[XHawkeye]

HT (http://bringatrailer.com/2014/03/15/superb-v86-speed-1995-bmw-540it-wagon)

Imola Red 1995 BMW 540iT (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4375640562.html)w/ 7ser. 4.4L M62B44 V8 and E39 M5 6spd manua - $15000 (Highlands Ranch, CO)

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_jGgrtSFQIEi_600x450.jpg

[Godson]

Oh jesus.

[speedpimp]

Oh jesus.

x2. Hopefully it was put together as good as it was described in the ad.

[Godson]

If only I had the money to spend right now for my winter beater...


http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4336872833.html

[George]

VOLKSWAGEN THING 1974 - $22,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4368778247.html)

Chrome wheels, disc brakes, built 2300cc, glass windows, oh my!

http://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_j1PmTLhiqyP_600x450.jpg

On Denver CL but in southern California:

TOYOTA VAN / MUSEUM SHOWROOM CONDITION 1984 - $15,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378561909.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_cxzZzcMCEMZ_600x450.jpg

1949 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery - $14,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378452220.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01414_8NKLhmzUq35_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00M0M_4FO43b4ApTy_600x450.jpg

1950 Olds 88 Futurmatic 2dr. Sedan (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378434864.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_8hINl3YdWi9_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00d0d_aJyAyjTpWKR_600x450.jpg

GMC 3+3 Quad Cab 2WD Truck - $1200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378397574.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00q0q_iIoWs7W0B9S_600x450.jpg

1956 Buick Special 4 Door Driver - $6500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378180805.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_5trIOAJLKea_600x450.jpg

1987 Land Cruiser FJ-60 - $4250 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378161249.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00V0V_6KJvLUGWzqD_600x450.jpg

1958 ford custom 300 - $9300 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4377803048.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_8WPIVzntfk4_600x450.jpg

1960 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378822003.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01414_cSyi6d6sswh_600x450.jpg

For the GTXF Monza Mafia, although it looks more like a Vega from behind to me.

1979 V8 Monza Panel Wagon - $6000 (http://fortcollins.craigslist.org/cto/4373620371.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_hleHdiSh7K6_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00d0d_dwE9ZWVdHwP_600x450.jpg

This seems almost too good to be true:
1979 Ford Fairmont Wagon - $1500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4374555161.html)

"Features 5.0 Engine and is pure stock with about 129,500 mi. Very few cars got the 5.0L engine in this class for the 70's, most of them were Mustangs and a few Fairlanes."

I don't remember any Fairlanes in the 1970s, and certainly not in the late 1970s. Maybe he meant what were then called LTDs and later became Crown Vics? Doesn't matter though - if I were a hot rodder I would be very interested in this car.

http://images.craigslist.org/01212_9KNbjoVBVdW_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I really like that Buick - looks like a pretty darned decent example.

I think this is the second or third super nice Space Van you've posted from CO - I wonder what it is with people storing those things away there... Out here they are all rusted into oblivion. Which I think I mentioned last time, too. Heh.

[speedpimp]

Fairlanes were gone by the late '60's, replaced by the Torino, which was replaced the the LTD II. Pretty sure the "Fairlane" he's referring to was actually the Granada.

The Monza wagon is just a Vega with a new front end, just like the Monza S hatch back was nothing more than a Vega hatchback with a new grill and badges.

[George]

^ a tip o' the hat to Superior Knowledge Man!

[GB]

I like that green Olds 88.

[Random]

From the "Cars That Used To Be Everywhere" file:

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/4380130838.html
1999 Lexus GS400
http://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_7telVcoTpm7_600x450.jpg

You should look at these when you replace the Jag, tsg. :D

[thesameguy]

I recall when the GS400 replaced the 540i as the fastest production automatic 4-door. How fondly I recall thinking, "300hp, my, that's a lot. BMW must be fuming."

I don't think I could go back to such a paltry output. The other day in the XJR we were merging onto the freeway and some doctor (I'm sure that's what he was...) in an LS430 (... because that's what he was driving) thought he'd squeeze in front of me. I rolled into the throttle and rocketed by, then remarked to my passenger, "I'm really glad I didn't go for the 740i. I could never be satisfied with 300hp."

I'm not sure what's next, but it will have a lot to do with a) when I actually tire of the XJR, b) what the XJR is worth then, and c) what I can get back out of the RV. Honestly, if everything were to work out optimally towards the end of this year, I would very likely bring home one of these:

http://orangecounty.craigslist.org/cto/4378185059.html

or

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/ctd/4359940072.html

Right now, it looks like the XJR will be a clear moneymaker, but who knows what the automotive landscape will look like in nine months. Or if it will kersplode by then. But, really, I still enjoy every minute of that land yacht. Such a fantastic mix of comfort, performance, and retro appeal. I was thinking about buying an AMG someorother, but I feel like 5+ year old AMGs are such baller/poseur cars. It'd be like driving a E65 7er. Which I would never, ever do. I know I'm buying a used luxobarge for cheap, but I don't need to advertise it. I really prefer something just slightly off the grid. ;)

[George]

I like the Lexus GS 400.

For the less conservative family man:

FORD BRONCO ***lots of extras**** - $11,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4380886391.html)

"I have a large family I added a 3rd row in the back with seat belts so it seats 7."

http://images.craigslist.org/00909_eBpUhA5tIWL_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00202_3iS5PgXjhae_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_ewfNhZuJ1fE_600x450.jpg

I think 3 of those 7 had better be pretty small.

http://images.craigslist.org/00X0X_bAF1yffxS3K_600x450.jpg

TSG, you still looking for a '40? This one just came down to your price range, I think.

1940 Ford Pickup (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4380662046.html)

"just reduced by $25000.00 to meet current economic conditions. The first $35000.00 CASH buys this beautiful truck."

http://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_iw4k1FpOU77_600x450.jpg

1985 RHD JDM Honda City Cabriolet - $9500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4379611571.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_6QV5fY7mrIl_600x450.jpg

1970 subaru 360 mini 66miles to gal. - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378930216.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_dKTmf0L7Onc_600x450.jpg

1965 AMC RAMBLER MARLIN Dry and Complete Fastback 327 American Motors - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4378520442.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_65szEPuoTRA_600x450.jpg

1987 Subaru RX 1.8 Turbo 4WD! - $2800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4377010433.html)

"This is my daily driver, that I drive over 90 miles a day. This car gets 30-35 mpg. It has 252,435 miles and runs like a champ."

http://images.craigslist.org/00s0s_70Ik3x3jXNM_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I have a large family that I do not love so I added a 3rd row in the back with seat belts so it seats 7.

Fixed that for him.

I would drive any of those cars. I even like that Bronco with its freaky ass paint job!

I gotta wonder how much that City would cost in Japan... because I'm feeling like it's horrifically marked up, and I could fit a LOT of them in a container shipped to SF.

[George]

I thought of you telling me old SUVs are deathtraps one day when I was idly wondering about an OJ Bronco when I posted that.

[thesameguy]

What's nice about that guy is he found a way to put three more corpses in the way way back.

[George]

Well, he is selling it, after all.

merkur xr4ti turbo - $2500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4376812722.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_edrWoDP0PPp_600x450.jpg

Hey, are all American cars this inexpensive? I was ready to pay a little less than this this for my neighbor's really nice condition '99 Accord with 125K miles recently.

What appears to be a decent, this-century, very low mileage family sedan for under $5K?

2001 Buick Century Custom ONLY 60K MILES - $4900 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4363230828.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_akQtHqZ9Tvu_600x450.jpg

I know it's a Buick, but I'm far beyond trying to look cool, not that I ever did. I'm looking for practical, durable, not beat up, and cheap to buy and cheap to maintain for a long time after purchase.

[thesameguy]

No, they aren't that cheap. They're cheaper. Look harder, you'll find a better car for less. $5k should get you a Grand Prix GTP of that vintage.

I understand the weak spot on all of the w-body cars is the transmission, but for the most part repairs on those cars are silly cheap. I'm talking $30 name-brand brake rotors and $20 water pumps. Oh, given the penchant for CO cars to get broken windshields, I'd skip cars with HUDs as replacement glass is expensive.

You could also look at post-oval Tauruses for that money. I understand the facelift cars had a fair amount of mechanical improvements underneath and have proven reliable.

I suspect you're in the MY2003-2005 range for these cars at $5k.

[thesameguy]

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4369550990.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4362653841.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4376978671.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4377550742.html
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4378403328.html
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4373810789.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4379398455.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4370721838.html

Srsly.

[George]

http://blog.adw.org/wp-content/uploads/fainted-300x199.jpg

[George]

I read every one of those ads and am stunned. I had no idea they were that much cheaper than similar Hondas and Toyotas. I've just never looked at American cars (other than OLD American cars).

I started out with VWs but have owned 1 Mitsu, 1 Toyota, and 1 Honda since 1992. My wife has had Hondas (but only three, and the first had around 200K when I met her) in the 18-19 years I've known her.

And in my at least 35 years of being really aware of cars, I have watched my parents, neighbors, and friends burn through American car after American car and I've watched Japanese cars quietly last for decades.

I should probably take a good look at American cars when my Honda finally dies. However, at only 204K, that could be some time.

Thanks for all those links.

[George]

I just put in $5000 max and "Ford" in Denver. The first ad I saw would be just fine for me on that day in the future when my mechanic sadly shakes his head at me.

2006 ford taurus se - $3300 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4382170439.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00K0K_dPhWfujtrlW_600x450.jpg

What I've always liked about driving American cars, which I have done plenty of even though I've never personally owned one:

They put the automatic shifter levers on the column where they belong, up out the way.
No center console on the floor! At over 6' tall, I enjoy extra leg and knee room.

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_kCtECtK2XVi_600x450.jpg

No more rear leg room than in my Accord, but no less either.

http://images.craigslist.org/00P0P_aV8jEKaGs7u_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I think American cars, especially mid-size ones, are suffering mostly from a bad reputation earned in the '80s and early '90s (vis a vis Japanese counterparts) and an ongoing styling and image deficit. Beginning in the late '90s these cars really began to shed their poor build quality problems and make big inroads on the driving experience. I think what they're suffering from now is a simple lack of perceived quality and positive image, and not actual problems. I think it's a little ironic given the problems that Toyota and Honda have had with quality, styling and dynamics in the last several years, but whatever. If people would rather drive a $5,000 '90s Accord than an '00s Taurus for the same money, that's their decision. ;)

[thesameguy]

Hell, maybe look into something like this:

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4378225296.html

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_kzAsEdv2OEY_600x450.jpg

[Phil_SS]

My childhood best friend just bought a 98 Olds Aurora for $500 with 50k miles. It needed a fuel pump. People are basically giving them away.

[thesameguy]

I still would like to own one of those someday. I've nearly bought one a half dozen times but never pulled the trigger. They were neat cars - a sign that there might still be life left at Olds.

[George]

I had one of these as a rental car and remember it being a very comfortable and roomy car. This price seems high given recent discussion but wow, 33,000 miles?! I'd buy this if I could confidently expect to put another 100K on it without costly major surgeries to keep it running, but frankly I don't that kind of confidence in American cars.

2001 Dodge Intrepid - LOW MILES, Excellent Condition - $5990 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4284343031.html)

"33K all original miles on this Dodge Intrepid. Phenomenal condition, with newer tires and brakes, recently charged up AC. Interior is in excellent condition as well."

The only thing missing from that description that I like to see is "always garaged".

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_jhrtI9xjuNI_600x450.jpg

For the same asking price, I'd rather have this one. In fact, I'd really like to have this one, the more I look at it! Other than the gold hardware (but who cares), this would be just about perfect for me. I like the white paint with tinted windows, too. I can hear my father, mechanic, and everyone else now: "You bought a nineteen year old car?!

Damn right! Right away I see it has two features I like and would rather not be without - exterior key locks for the passenger side door and the trunk. I use those regularly and am always annoyed with my wife's car which has neither. And no TPMS! I can air up her tires and the light will still be on! No thanks. I'll also pass on computerized odometers; I prefer the analog ones where the numbers actually turn. Yeah, yeah, I know...

1995 TOYOTA AVALON XLS - $5800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4385728421.html)

" I am second owner(drove this car very little).Bought this car from the original owner,a 75 year old women.Garage kept and well serviced,car has original paint and panels.Pearl White,leather,air,cruise,power mirrors,remote fob and 2 keys,glass roof.V6 3 liter engine, overdrive automatic transmission,recent tune,timing belt,new valve cover gaskets.Brand NEW 85000 mile Continental Pro contact tires,road force balance and 4 wheel alignment,mag wheels, new windshield,3M tint,and much more.This car has very low mileage(111K)and drives quiet and like new."

http://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_jXb31iNR5mQ_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_74OFQA36rOd_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00303_d4LTFueZBlJ_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00808_gR7E4Y0W824_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I love Intrepids, and I can name at least one other person on this forum who does as well. When they made them, there were always my go-to for rentals. I'm not positive I'd want to own one - at least not in the face of all the other interesting cars out there - but I might.

Side story: My first experience with the Intrepid was its cousin, the Eagle Vision. A friend of a friend had been involved in a lawsuit, and when he got his settlement he went out and bought one. We were all maybe 22 at the time, and a brand new Eagle Vision was a pretty special car. In retrospect, it was kinda weird being 22 with a brand new grandpa car, but whatever. It was really nice. :D

The Intrepids have some issues with transmissions and head gaskets. They don't age gracefully. But I think they tend to be pretty good up through 100k, so you might win on a low-mileage one. I'm really not sure whether their problems are the result of age, mileage, or just the fact they're a middle America car and tend to get beaten. :shrug:

A friend of mine has almost that exact Avalon, though his is light blue. I think his is also a '96. Same stupid-low mileage. It was inherited from a relative - they bought a new Avalon. (What is it with people handing down Toyotas?) Never has any problems, it just goes and goes. The interior is pretty dated, and it's definitely more mid '90s Toyota than mid '90s Benz, but as far as appliances go it's really not bad. It's not fast and doesn't handle well, but it's comfortable, so whaddaya want?

I'll answer that question: Something newer. Don't trade one 15+ year old car for another, unless you're doing it for fun. You probably won't win anything for doing it, and will probably lose something. The Devil you know...

[George]

1969 Dodge Coronet Convertible - $8999 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4389699146.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_buQ0EVtWjDX_600x450.jpg

1975 Mercedes 450 Sel 6.9 - $32,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4383826036.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01010_fxxeR9bkjyo_600x450.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_2mquKwFEQ91_600x450.jpg

1956 International Pickup - $12,500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4388721837.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00S0S_eTKDaDHHMk5_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_bLQTfPq4MiS_600x450.jpg

1965 Jeep Gladiator - $3000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4388376447.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00p0p_j2ypC6xaBO1_600x450.jpg

1920 Custom Roadster - $13,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4388297494.html)

Looks safe enough to me!

http://images.craigslist.org/00M0M_eqCFUHETynm_600x450.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_bqO7GsPuEZN_600x450.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_iWb7aj8Lc9m_600x450.jpg

1984 AMC Eagle Wagon 4x4 81K Miles - $2450 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4388220867.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00l0l_d8eXu5iGdui_600x450.jpg

1950 four door buick - $4500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4348121798.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_8IPlOEFyeo4_600x450.jpg

1968 crysler new port 4door (price reduced) - $2500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4388201700.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01212_8pkMo6NQ4hg_600x450.jpg

The back seat is so wide it won't fit in one picture!

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_2gzvU2h0Fe6_600x450.jpg

For those who like old Cadillacs...REALLY old Cadillacs, that is...

1909 Cadillac - Model 30 - $55,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4360883973.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_7nQRqFyiLwp_600x450.jpg

1985 Merkur xr4ti Trade? - $1500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4373548532.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00w0w_cVYme17efz0_600x450.jpg

1974 international travelall $2000 OBO - $2000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4387895645.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_3UzQSgMzaIW_600x450.jpg

1969 Saab Sonett V-4 - $1200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4387855831.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00p0p_95oRWz7NPpN_600x450.jpg

1966 DODGE CHARGER - $8000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4376496955.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01717_5F3CHKodhvL_600x450.jpg

1968 Cadillac coupe deville - $4000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4387190327.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00b0b_guNnfSrdSBZ_600x450.jpg

1956 VW Oval Window - $14,750 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4386964204.html)

"Disc brakes all around. 2332 with turbo."

http://images.craigslist.org/01717_gp16n6Y5heX_600x450.jpg

Uh, I don't think that's all factory original equipment.

http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_h0U3RqQLpXP_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_b56TAsbIiYO_600x450.jpg

[George]

Don't trade one 15+ year old car for another...

This was the overwhelmingly unanimous advice I received when I wanted to buy my neighbor's very nice Accord. That one is gone now and apparently has been replaced with an larger Infiniti sedan - I'll call it the Infinity "Maxima" because I don't know the number. G35, maybe? I haven't over there to talk cars since he got it, but we will do this eventually as the weather gets warmer.

http://www.tvasylum.com/wp-content/uploads/King-of-the-hill.jpg

[KillerB]

That bug... O_O

[Godson]

That bug... O_O


Yeah.... I don't know where to start...

[thesameguy]

Seems like a steal for $15k! What a neat car.

[Godson]

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4336872833.html


FML.

[thesameguy]

How come? That seems like going price for that truck... ?

I sold my 200k '96 for $2400 a year and a half ago.

[Godson]

Because that is what I want. 2-doors fetch more around here, and are less common.

I'll keep looking after I start getting paychecks.

[George]

A quick sampling of these on the Denver CL today:

1995 Chevrolet Tahoe 2 Door SUV LS $4600 OBO (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4368225878.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_hoSVROS69pz_600x450.jpg

99 2 door sport chevy tahoe - $4999 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4357732355.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_lyyNpMuCGBf_600x450.jpg

1999 Chevrolet Tahoe LS Z-71 2-Door Sport 350 V8 Auto 4WD Clean - Used - $4795 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4358115196.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00a0a_efWFx9eOCAF_600x450.jpg

2 Door Tahoe Low Miles - $3600 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4355672983.html)

"This is a stick shift."

http://images.craigslist.org/00000_kfR17Bgp7hB_600x450.jpg

94 silverado /yukon tahoe 2 door - $3800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4284501022.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00T0T_gFfo4BELN7a_600x450.jpg

1993 Yukon -$4800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4377765909.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00I0I_fHNVsQFcaHQ_600x450.jpg

1994 GMC Yukon 2-Door 4WD - Used Car Lot CO - $4625 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4365832729.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01717_bJ5EP6hewWN_600x450.jpg

92 K5 Blazer - $3900 (http://pueblo.craigslist.org/cto/4382120191.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00A0A_eMoObzpvevR_600x450.jpg

1994 Chevy Blazer - $3700 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4355618209.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00V0V_7QeoPZsFi4A_600x450.jpg

1994 Chevy Blazer C1500/K1500 - $3250 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4325074610.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00s0s_7LbrClGrZnZ_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

Jeez. I should have sold mine in another state.

[George]

I believe I advised you to do just that - drive the Tahoe out here to sell and drive home in something cool and old.

Was yours 4x4? If not, that might be part of the difference. There aren't nearly as many 2WD SUVs and pickups around here as compared to other places I've lived.

You could have been ca-chinging it all the way home in this beauty, for example, with extra cash left over to fill the tank with gas and the trunk with, well...whatever else you might want to bring home from Colorado.

1975 Dodge Dart - $3995 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4391538471.html)

"1975 Dodge Dart Special Edition.. this is a one owner car from the state of Washington. It has 50,000 actual miles.. 318 V-8.. Auto.. 2 dr. coupe. This car has sat in a garage on the Washington coast for the last 15 years. It was never driven more than 60 miles from its home. Very straight body, very good interior, and runs great"

http://images.craigslist.org/00l0l_hs79JAyGzJE_600x450.jpg

(pay no attention to the fact that the Dart is in Montana, despite being on the Denver CL...)

[George]

Yo, speedpimp...I herd you wanted one of these, dawg...

Sorry it took so long to find. See aforementioned disclaimer about the lack of 2WD trucks in these parts...

1982 Ford F100 straight6 3speed - $3800 (http://denver.crigslist.org/cto/4391395763.html)

"This 1982 blue Ford F100 was towed from Florida to Colorado..." <---see what I mean? You can't even drive into the state unless you first get out and lock the hubs. :D

http://images.craigslist.org/00000_ixE6DblB7vo_600x450.jpg

[George]

Perhaps not the most museum-quality vehicle ever seen, but it does meet Taimar's bare minimums: Long, Low, Fender-Skirted, and Green!

1973 Chevy Caprice Classic - $1600 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4377525192.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_8tISehwmX8V_600x450.jpg

And then there's this...long, low, green...sort of...

1959 Ural M72 with Sidecar - $15,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4390764463.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00L0L_jCCANlYp8uG_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01616_92O0xfrt1QU_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

Mine was indeed 4WD. I would never own a full size truck (and maybe not even a compact truck) that wasn't. I just don't see the value in trucks that can't do as much truck stuff as possible.

[TheBenior]

My father got by pretty well with 2WD 6-cylinder pickups that he overloaded with home renovation supplies, but Chicago is pretty flat, he had no intentions of off-roading beyond dirt roads, and our streets got cleared quickly in the winter back then.

[Godson]

I'm in the same boat, while I could easily get by with a 2wd, the image that people who would purchase it after me would require 4wd and this make the sale harder.

In other words, not worth my time.

[Random]

Speaking of 2WD trucks, my f-i-l's Silverado is still for sale. Down to $5800* asking. :eek:

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4381306153.html

I guess two-generation-old pickups just aren't worth much, even if they are in really nice shape. Heh.

* which is right at KBB value (FWIW), but doesn't take into account the nice ARE shell. Oh well.

[thesameguy]

From a quick look, the price is in the middle of similar trucks, I just think the market for a full size, V8, 2WD truck, especially in NorCal, is tiny. If he wants it gone fast, he's going to have to undercut a lot of other sellers.

[KillerB]

I really like that F100. Though I'd like it better if it was either still a three on the tree or had a proper transmission with a floor shift.

Ford mated the 300 I6 to the Mazda R5 later on, so that's a fairly simple swap.

[thesameguy]

I don't want to spoil the surprise by posting a picture, but this is totally worth the look:

http://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/rvs/4391603701.html

[George]

^ that gets my official

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_9MYixPWxtF0/SjBE_58xtjI/AAAAAAAAAm8/u5saw5qBFMw/s320/stamp-of-approval.jpg

[speedpimp]

x2

[Taimar]

I don't have room for it, and it probably runs like a dog, but giving serious consideration to this 1980 TR8 Coupe (http://seattle.craigslist.org/oly/cto/4393802784.html).

TR-8s are rare, coupes, which were less than 20% of the production run, even moreso.

[thesameguy]

Is it wrong to think $2500 for a needs work TR8 is north of double?

It'd be a neat car to own (and I'd love to own one), but it's probably a terrible drive. Hey, maybe it's an ex-California car and is fuel injected? That might be worth something. :)

[Taimar]

I'll give the guy a call tomorrow and see what the story is. It isn't nothing for a car with expensive parts but which has never appreciated very much. OTOH, a clean original car not needing too much would be a nice little runaround car, and considering the driving dynamics of the old car I have now (which is actually probably soon for Craigslist..)...

I've always liked the wedge, I'll be honest. They look like nothing else out there and compared with the older TRs and spits, they're worlds better to drive, even if nobody loves them.

[Leon]

Blue tartan, how could you go wrong?

[Random]

V8 POWER!

[JoshInKC]

Yeah, I'm not gonna lie, that thing is pretty great.
TR-8s are off-putting, but in a good way.

[George]

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Hmmm. I wonder if...

[George]

1953 plymouth cranbrook - $4000 OBO (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4396853161.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01111_eAqUIYVq4tx_600x450.jpg

RARE FIND- 1975 Fiat 128 - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4399401159.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_iqio5yWtnc8_600x450.jpg

1970 scout ih 800b, 345 v8 - $6599 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4395542517.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00u0u_5xNtCOCLGJc_600x450.jpg

1961 Ford Ranch Wagon - $4500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4387779996.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00f0f_ejQMMux78lp_600x450.jpg

One of a kind done right 2001 Jeep wrangler street rod - $9500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4373842782.html)

"Trimeca miles high performance 5 speed transmission
Motor 5.9 Dodge V-8 magnum"

http://images.craigslist.org/00w0w_74m1Y6zlWML_600x450.jpg

1945 Austin A30 - $1500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4400950524.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Z0Z_9SaZ0jQeqeM_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01717_jSaq0mtRRVI_600x450.jpg

Hey TSG, still looking for a 4x4 3/4-ton Travelall? He doesn't say it's a 3/4 but it has the eight-lug wheels. I don't know my Internationals well enough to know what a 1210 is.

International Travelall - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4393378553.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_6X82Wz5iK5U_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_bnFEcHH9JSO_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00v0v_4FCaQWCoFKN_600x450.jpg

1957 London Taxi Cab Austin FX3 - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4379912420.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00K0K_3RxrytIQaWP_600x450.jpg

1989 Toyota 4x4 Van LE - $3000 (http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/4398423844.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00d0d_1lDgCEOopZn_600x450.jpg

Rare -Lifted 4X4 Subaru GL Hatchback on Mud Terrains - Runs Great - $2000 (http://cosprings.craigslist.org/cto/4391728236.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_lWmjXlUKwob_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

A 1210 is indeed a 3/4 ton 4WD Travelall!

If '14 wasn't RV Year, I'd be all over that. I mean, I probably should be all over it anyway since the chances of finding another 1210 that isn't all rusted out is pretty low, but that is so far out of the budget I couldn't do it. :(

That Fiat is also pretty cool, and lol at the "Duals by Jake's" Austin. WTF?

[thesameguy]

I am now reminded that I am supposed to be looking for some ~$2,000 car for a friend. Those kind of things are getting quite scarce. Used car prices are still pretty nutty around here!

[speedpimp]

TSG, there is a dealer here who specializes in the under-$2k segment. Here. (http://www.headersauto.com/results.asp?newused=1&selPriceMax=2000) Amazingly they only have five in stock, but considering that it is tax season, it means that peple have snapped up everything they have on the lot for less than $2k.

[George]

You need to call Jake and get some sweet side pipes (extra-long, of course) for the F eetwoo . They come with these cool badges, too.

http://images.craigslist.org/01616_c7GaGCVtA4U_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

Under $2k guy is awesome!

We have two places near here than specialize in $2500 cars - plus or minus, but right around $2500. Some of those cars are terrifying. When I was shopping for the Mercedes, one of the guys had a $2400 E320 for sale, which I went and looked at. Three of the four windows didn't work, the hood closed crooked, the power locks did not work, the driver's side of the car had been keyed, and while it did run it took about 7 seconds to engage D or R when shifting from the other. It was a disaster area - and if it was that bad on the surface, you know it was turible underneath. I don't know how much that car went for at auction, but I'd love to! :D

I am not sure what I'm looking for in this $2000 car other than good fuel economy and an automatic. It's gotta go back and forth to SF frequently. That's a tall order - 100 mile road trips in a car that cheap that isn't a manual is scary to me. We're shopping '90s and earlier cars with automatics. That's old cars with shit transmissions and lots of miles.

[speedpimp]

Sounds like a Cavalier/Sunfirebird is in your future.

[KillerB]

That Town Car is actually pretty sweet.

[George]

I am not sure what I'm looking for in this $2000 car other than good fuel economy and an automatic. It's gotta go back and forth to SF frequently. That's a tall order - 100 mile road trips in a car that cheap that isn't a manual is scary to me. We're shopping '90s and earlier cars with automatics. That's old cars with shit transmissions and lots of miles.

No one hates car payments more than I, and my history with cars certainly proves that, but this sounds like a case of simple economics. It might be worth looking into putting the $2000 down on a $5000 reliable Honda or Toyota and taking a two or three-year loan from the credit union or local bank. Make payments, yes, but small ones and have peace of mind on those 100-mile trips.

I post this thinking you're helping someone else shop.

[Random]

4cyl Camcord seems like the ticket. Understressed transmissions, reasonable maintenance costs.

[George]

You guys know all about mine - '99 Accord, bought with 139K, now has 204K, has cost me virtually nothing to run, although I'm way overdue for a timing belt change.

[George]

Sacramento CL, right now:

1988 toyota camry gas saver smogged - $1600 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4396159532.html)

"This Toyota is a good runner. It holds is Clean title and passed the Smog test. Four doors and automatic windows and locks. The CD player is also new. Good looking in and out will take you anywhere. 180,000 miles still reasonable. Good tires recent alignment

It isn't brand new, I'm sure you'll find some thing to complain about like the driver seat has rips. I'm not looking to get nit picked at and low balled. I'm taking REASONABLE offers the asking price is $1600 this is a solid car not some salvage pos"

http://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_k43nJ9uzRc7_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_kt2CdzhHp3K_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_eHQeWSTNCOg_600x450.jpg

[George]

1962 cadillac fleetwood limo - $3800 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4402153238.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00y0y_e4LhJl7ewfC_600x450.jpg

1979 GMC Dually Crew Cab 4x4 - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4402041785.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00303_2oL5ogpYNac_600x450.jpg

1958 international havester 120 4x4 - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4356877948.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00V0V_8P0ZNBPeiB8_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_cw3Db1AT81L_600x450.jpg

1976 matador barcalona - $2000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4401602774.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00P0P_6xnoDylQz3X_600x450.jpg

1966 mercury. montclair - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4401518832.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_kQCt0xNySf4_600x450.jpg

1927 t bucket (altered) built in 1969 - $14000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4396715358.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_ciUSOV6cSRk_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00404_giUr7Pz2kTB_600x450.jpg

Starsky and Hutch 76 Torino ps122 real - $20,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4383290615.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00c0c_3oxjgLkGp6S_600x450.jpg

[Godson]

Love the intl harvester.

[Random]

Sacramento CL, right now:

1988 toyota camry gas saver smogged - $1600 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4396159532.html)

"This Toyota is a good runner. It holds is Clean title and passed the Smog test. Four doors and automatic windows and locks. The CD player is also new. Good looking in and out will take you anywhere. 180,000 miles still reasonable. Good tires recent alignment

It isn't brand new, I'm sure you'll find some thing to complain about like the driver seat has rips. I'm not looking to get nit picked at and low balled. I'm taking REASONABLE offers the asking price is $1600 this is a solid car not some salvage pos"

http://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_k43nJ9uzRc7_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_kt2CdzhHp3K_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_eHQeWSTNCOg_600x450.jpg

One thing that will drive you NUTS on these cars is the brake light controller. Take a look at how many Camrys of that vintage do weird things when they hit the brakes--some lights go on, some lights go off, some lights don't change. :mad: We ran through a couple controllers on Mapper's first car--I was just about to bypass the damn thing and hard-wire the brake lights when we sold it. :lol:

[thesameguy]

I fear that we'd have to go early '90s to get that car, if not older. Although there is this:

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4395230290.html

Two gold Accord wagons? Maybe.

Unfortunately a car payment is not an option. She has a two year old repo (co-bought a car, other owner stopped making payments) and would have a difficult time proving income sufficient to offset that ding. If the right car came along I'd cover the difference and she could pay me back, but I don't want to go into the solution with that in mind.

Yet again, I'd really like to find a mid/late '90s FWD Volvo. A '96-'98 850/S/V70 would be perfect. Not ideal gas mileage, but safe, comfortable, and pretty cheap to maintain. Something like this:

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/4402170787.html

I'd also almost look into another W124, too.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4387983497.html

We have several good Mercedes shops in the area, and now that I have some knowledge about them I can be a resource. There are just a couple stupid-expensive W124 parts I'm not sure someone buying a $2000 car should be on the hook for. Heh.

These two cars:

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4387446507.html
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4401207223.html

were for sale when I bought mine back in January. The first one may be nice, but the asking price is too high. The second one was previously for sale in Rancho Cordova, so I think it actually got bought and broke in the intervening two months. A water pump is a trivial repair, but I think "water pump" is actually code for "head gasket" just like O2 censor" [sic] is code for "catalytic converter." Still tempting, and I do like those AMG wheels... :D

[Random]

I noticed a few 4G Camrys (mid-90s) listed at/around $2k. The Accord population was a little smaller.

[thesameguy]

Most of those cars seemed like real basket cases - messed up body panels and such. Admittedly, I didn't look that hard. :)

Another possibility would be an OHV Taurus.

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4399231869.html
or
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4399231869.html
or
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4386403189.html

Maybe I should be more scared of salvage titles, but whaddaya want in a $2k car?

[George]

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4399231869.html

I'd buy and drive that, and I mean me personally, especially paying cash for it.

After paying a mechanic $100 to tell me if I should, of course. You probably know enough about cars to avoid that step.

[thesameguy]

Yeah, mommymobile is really attractive. If all goes according to plan and the parts cars (fuck, I hate admitting I have two, even to you guys) get towed off this week, I might just go buy that thing.

Here are another random (and possibly hilarious) thought:

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4394952564.html

[George]

I had a girlfriend with a brand new 4-cyl automatic Mustang. I don't remember the year, but she had a "car phone" installed if that gets you any idea. It looked like the one above - toward the later end of the Fox body run.

We (but mostly I) drove it from Charlotte to Pittsburgh and back. We got passed by everyone - Yugos, VW Buses, Gramps with his hat driving an Oldsmobuick, kids on bicycles, etc.

And I can tell you this is not a way to make your girlfriend happy, even though you're doing the driving:

A brand new car with black interior while eating...



...original crispy tacos from Taco Bell while driving...



...at night in the dark so you can't tell if and where the pieces of shattered taco shell and shredded cheese and lettuce are spilling.

[thesameguy]

My girlfriend wouldn't care, but that would drive me INSANE. I wouldn't even consider eating something that shattered in my car. Sometimes on road trips we'll stop for fast food en route, and I always order something simple, like "bean burrito" that is easily manageable with one hand and doesn't tend to make a mess. She invariably orders crispy tacos and nachos and the whole time we're driving I'm thinking, "Really? Really? An entire menu of food and you choose the two most likely to leave shit everywhere?" Drives me up the wall.

Those Lima-powered Mustangs are not fast. I think they are very close to 3000lbs and have 115hp. Maybe 125 in the last years. Reasonably torquey and quick to 30 or 40mph, but that's it. So, so slow. And not helped by a A4LD automatic. But the Lima is super durable and cheap to service, the A4LD is laughably understressed, and you really have to fuck up to break that car. OTOH, not safe and probably a little scary in bad weather.

Buying cheap cars is much easier when you can drive a manual transmission. I've looked at a bunch of cars that would be fine with a manual that I'd never consider with an auto - like the glut of high-mileage E36s. Which reminds me, I did try to find a 528e, but E34 5ers have gotten so rare that even the 528s are starting to command a lot of money. Crazy. On the subject of transmissions though, there are a handful of cars (including '80s Mustangs) that I would be willing to help out on with the thought of a future Lemons-mobile if she'd go for a manual... I'd turbo up that Mustang and tear around Sears Point for a while, but wrapping a transmission swap into a Lemons car is rough, and I'm certainly not going to drive an automatic.

[Random]

Was there an eta-engined E34?!

edit: no. I think you're conflating the E28s and E34s.

edit 2: the nice thing about E34s (IMHO) is the availability of the wagon...but not for $2k, I'm guessing. The 2.5-liter engine choices are pretty straightforward, though: either the M20 or the M50, both shared with the 325s of their respective time periods.

[thesameguy]

Shit, yeah, E28. I was looking at E34 525s and got that in my head. :)

I'd like an E28 528e. The problem with the E34 is that's when BMWs started getting more complex with more electrical doodads to mess with the owner... Although an early 525i is probably pretty brain dead...

[KillerB]

Why are we not looking at 3800-equipped GM cars? They are pretty much the only cheap cars I'd trust an automatic transmission in. Just avoid the supercharged ones and you should be fine, plus there's plenty to choose from:

- Buick Park Avenue, LeSabre, Century, Regal
- Oldsmobile Intrigue, 88, 98, LSS
- Pontiac Grand Prix

[thesameguy]

Fuel economy, primarily. Those are all mid 20s cars on their best day, and I'm not entirely sure they're transmissions are that reliable. There's also the rough bit that many of them have been sucked up into the donk/scraper/dub crowd - all the '90s Buicks are on dubs, and all the '80s Buicks are on Daytons. Heh. Maintenance on them is kinda a PITA - big engine, small space. I wouldn't go as far as to rule them out, but they have a number of strikes against. On a personal level a supercharged one would be worth the potential headaches, but for a cheap/reliable/efficient car seeker, I'm not certain they fit the bill.

Edit: There is the potential advantage of buying some Regal on 22s, junkyarding some factory wheels, and then making money back on the 22s, though... heh. :D

[KillerB]

...and you REALLY thing a Vulcan Taurus will be better? They're notoriously bad gas guzzlers.

[Godson]

With shit transmissions IME.

[JoshInKC]

With shit transmissions IME.

QFT.

[George]

I seem to recall the Taco Bell was our only choice somewhere in the mountains of WVa, where we exited the highway to let everyone by who had been stuck behind us as we crawled up the hills - motorhomes, kids on skateboards, turtles, etc.

That car was probably loads faster than anything I've owned but I remember the feeling of driving a BRAND NEW MUSTANG that looked awesome - she had sprung for the optional alloy wheels and wider tires than the typical 4-cyls came with and it looked BADASS. And then we got dusted by minivans in the mountains.

From the Sacramento CL - this looks like a good one if you don't mind REALLY high mileage:

96 Chrysler con esmog - $1900 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4399990214.html)

"estoy vendiendo un 96 chrysler V6 con 750xxx millas orijinales"

750,000+ on a Chrysler product? :eek: :lol:

http://images.craigslist.org/00u0u_kMfdUKNrb0V_600x450.jpg

Low miles and '90s teal!

1995 Geo Metro 56k original miles - $2000 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403623119.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00e0e_biWsvY7fSnY_600x450.jpg

Sexy.

1986 Ford F250 XLT Lariat With the 6.9l IDI Diesel For Sale or Trade - $950 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403712194.html)

"needs driveshaft (it had the gear vendors on it, but i decided to do a burnout and stripped out the planetary gears on it, so i bought an extra t19 trans for the tail shaft but i havent had the time or money to get the driveshaft), needs a water pump ($70 from o' reillys), and needs the brakes bled. thats it"

http://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_7nc7GylwZ5d_600x450.jpg

1992 Honda Accord runs good 4cyl automatic - $1400 (Sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4388432326.html)

"150k mi"

http://images.craigslist.org/00J0J_l8G3yRGKtnV_600x450.jpg

97 honda civ - $1950 (south sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4401690079.html)

"Runs perfect !!! new motor batery new alternate,new radidor. New breaks
Runs like new!!! Clean title. Low miles. "

http://images.craigslist.org/00p0p_dcNasnYzeqU_600x450.jpg

Wow. It really is tough to find anything for $2K.

[thesameguy]

...and you REALLY thing a Vulcan Taurus will be better? They're notoriously bad gas guzzlers.

The 3.0 OHV benefits from EDIS and SMPFI, which the "Vulcan" motor did not. It's no Civic, but in the landscape of full-size cars from its era, it's not especially good or bad. EPA says 20 combined, versus 21 in a 3.8l Regal. Not worth getting upset about. But the reason for the Vulcan instead of the 3800 or a 60V6 would be serviceability. The 3.0 is *tiny* in the Taurus's engine bay, which was designed to fit the DOHC V8 SHO motor. It's like a 5.3l in a full size Chevy. Just sittin' there in the middle, minding its own business. Spark plugs, alternators, and filters are all silly-easy to service. Look at this thing!

http://www.justanswer.com/uploads/fordanswerman/2009-08-31_210708_vulcan_3_liter_96_99.jpg


With shit transmissions IME.

That was true of the first two generations and maybe the oval Tauruses - the metric transmission was a 90,000 mile unit on its best day. But towards the end of the oval cars and certainly with the introduction of the non-oval ones, the AX4N was pretty well sorted and the weak spots addressed. I don't think it's a great transmission, but no worse than the 4T60/65 - at least by the end of its run. My friend the Ford mechanic says they almost never saw/see the 4th gen Tauruses with transmission problems. Shopping around on Craigslist, the number of GM vs Ford "needs transmission work" cars is like 3:1 or 4:1. That could very well be a function of the crowd that seems to be buying the GM cars, but I guess the point is I'm not seeing a lot of 4th gen Tauruses that need transmission work.

[Random]

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403735908.html 99 Corolla
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403207392.html 01 Alero (is 24mpg--per fuelly--enough?)
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403076546.html 93 Accord
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4403133767.html High miles 93 Camry

[Random]

Looks like high miles rule the day--or engine replacements.

Friend of ours is selling a late-90s Maxima in the Bay Area--I'll get the details.

[thesameguy]

From the Sacramento CL - this looks like a good one if you don't mind REALLY high mileage:

I am not 100% opposed to a ChryCo product. Despite not being fun, I've found the PT Cruiser to be reasonable and fairly inexpensive to work on. In fact, if I can get my act together quickly enough there is a reasonable chance the Benz goes to SoCal, and the PTC goes to my friend. It's not a long term solution, but it would get her on wheels quickly. The PT is in good shape mechanically (the transmission is probably dying, but it's probably got tens of thousands of miles left on it) but is in terrible shape cosmetically. It wasn't good when I got it, and it's gone downhill. It's not worth much on the open market, but still totally viable transportation. I'd just give it to her if timing can work out.


Wow. It really is tough to find anything for $2K.

It is, and narrowing down the field with "gas mileage" and "automatic" and "100 miles reliably" really, really narrows down the field. I bought the XR4Ti for $350 and spent $59 at Aamco having a band adjusted and drove it for two years without incident. I bought the Fiero for $1700 and bought $250 in tires and could have driven it for a year without incident (but I then spend $800 on brakes, $500 on suspension, and $1000 on wheels/tires :lol:). Both "100 miles reliably," but neither "gas mileage" or "automatic." A dash of "I can't fix cars" and "I can't pay someone to fix cars" results in three, maybe four cars in any given city that will work. I'm hopin' to nab one! :D

[thesameguy]

Looks like high miles rule the day--or engine replacements.

Friend of ours is selling a late-90s Maxima in the Bay Area--I'll get the details.

A Maxima could totally work. Probably a Maxima of any year - they were really decent! Although working on 'em is a bitch.

I keep coming back to Aleros as they are a great intersection of a lot of virtues (including undesirable and thus cheap!) but they are SO unsafe. When shopping $2k cars you don't have a full control over all the variables, so there's that, but if it's a $2k Volvo 850 or a $2k Olds Alero, I'd choose the Volvo. Of course, that's because I can fix the Volvo so the additional age doesn't bug me. It's hard to invoke someone else's priorities when car shopping. I have to get over myself.

[George]

if it's a $2k Volvo 850 or a $2k Olds Alero, I'd choose the Volvo. Of course, that's because I can fix the Volvo so the additional age doesn't bug me.

How are you with timing belts?

96 Volvo 850 Black Sedan - $550 (Shingle Springs) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4396214537.html)

"210k Miles. This is a great car, in good condition, But the timing belt went. I can't fix it and an emergency is forcing me to price it for a quick sale. First $550 obo gets it."

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_bP5FvzogCBK_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

I'M SOLID!

The problem with "timing belt just went" is that the result is invariably catastrophic head damage, so a $200 timing belt service becomes a $700-$800 timing belt service. Plus $100 in towing, and then it's ~$1500 car, and I might as well buy a running one... because the big problem with a non-running one is that there is no way to know what sort of the shape the transmission or AC is in. That's a big problem with shopping for cheap cars you don't have a greater interest in... one stupid problem can totally blow up the value proposition. A $550 Volvo that needs $800 in work is not so bad... but if it then turns out to need another $500 in work you've started digging a potentially very deep hole.

I wish I could replicate that '98 V70 I bought... $700, known running, transmission needed. That was a good setup. ;)

[speedpimp]

Using $2k as the ceiling on South Bend CL brings up these gems:
'92 Corolla http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4404445827.html
'98 Cutlass http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4404487802.html
'01 Focus http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4381313268.html
'55 Buick Special http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4388070134.html
'01 Eclipse http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4404276381.html
'01 Lumina http://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/4404226665.html

[thesameguy]

That Corolla is remarkably not that bad... Actually, neither is the Lumina.

[Random]

Looks like rust in both rear quarters of the Corolla.

[thesameguy]

Yeah, but that's still for a remarkably low mileage running car... Assuming of course that is the extent of the rust (and problems in general). A car that runs for a grand is somewhat of a rarity these days it seems.

[thesameguy]

On the subject of $1200 cars and maybe ChryCo... hard to hate on this....

http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4404599207.html

[speedpimp]

What was it? The ad was deleted.

[George]

What was that thing? A Plymouth uh....Medium Sedan. Satellite? No. Volare. Yeah, that must have been it, only from the '90s. Looked very nice when I checked in earlier - looked much better than most if not all of the $2000 and under cars posted here recently.

It looked so good to me that it wouldn't suprise me if TSG bought it.

[George]

Uh, for you Sacramento & Davis dudes....better be QUICK on this one!

DIVORCE SO THE FIRST $5000 DRIVES IT HOME (grass valley)
(http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405862288.html)

"Paid for and going through ugly divorce so the first person with $5k cash, drives it home. Questions call me at (xxx-xxx-xxxx)"

http://images.craigslist.org/00k0k_2j9ComiADq2_600x450.jpg

[George]

More under $2K fun...

D50 Extra cad with full backseat - $1950 (Olivehurst) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405734097.html)

"D50 Extra cad with full Backseat Tuck Interior runs Great and just passed smog w new tires this Dodge is a special edition vehicle and is great on gas 4 cylinder First come first serve 140000 miles original owner had it 25 years"

http://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_bLC20AVueZ_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00303_5GLWq9uaMdx_600x450.jpg

Check this out!

1990 Lexus ls 400 - $1800 (Roseville/Auburn) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405610213.html)

"PRICE ADJUSTABLE Extremely well taken care of. 2nd owner. Oil change and maintenance always on time. Clean title. Runs with power, with no problems. Replaced things that needed to be replaced such as timing belt, all other belts, radiator, hoses, breaks, tires, and a couple other things. No leaks at all. Great for college students and transportation. smog passed. Everything in this car works great. I'm selling it because I need the money for other financial issues/moving. 250k miles."

http://images.craigslist.org/00g0g_jMZvVwHLPcG_600x450.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_lKM0LiHIE8K_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

The $1200 car was a '00 (?) Dodge Stratus with a 2.4l and an automatic. Not a bad combo, and easy to work on. Seems like midsize ChryCo "cars" are pretty cheap, so a Stratus might fit the bill.

What's weird is a general dearth of '00ish small to midsize cars. I guess when shitty cars get to be too old, they just break and disappear. Maybe decompose?

[George]

1993 525i 170k Clean title Alpine White M Wheels- needs head gasket!!! - $900 (sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405690988.html)

"1993 525i automatic. Car is in great shape outside and interior is good. Normal wear on inside. Car overheats after 10 mins so it needs a new head gasket. WHEELS pictured ARE SOLD!! Comes w stock wheels. clean title in hand. Text me if interested. Cash only today!"

http://images.craigslist.org/00K0K_fMYwKcbOZl7_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_igMicUM0UKe_600x450.jpg

1996 Mercedes Benz C280 For Sale - $1950 (yuba city) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4390030886.html)

"I'm selling a 1996 Mercedes Benz C280 automatic 6 cyl 2.8L Engine. Salvage Title. 127k miles.Air Conditioning.ABS,Radio,Sunroof,CD,Dual Power Seats,Power Window,Alloy Wheels,Good Body,Nice Interior, Current registration. needs front alignment and back tires."

http://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_hXFf9r0D0t3_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01616_8DV1By99kUX_600x450.jpg

1994 camry wagon - $1900 (sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4399517824.html)

"1994 camry wagon . 144,xxx k, V6 Runs good ,pass smog call for more info"

http://images.craigslist.org/00707_gysg6IYpf24_600x450.jpg

1988 VOLVO GLE 760 RUNS GREAT SMOGGED CLEAN TITLE - $1700 (sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405720620.html)

"1988 Volvo 760 clean title
Runs great automatic
This car has nice body and interior
Sunroof and windows work and the braks fill good has leather seats
The tags are current till 2015
Asking $1700"

http://images.craigslist.org/00N0N_3IObuz7TWGZ_600x450.jpg

1995 Toyota Corolla Runs Great Clean Title Registered Just Pass Smog - $1800 (carmichael) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405533419.html)

"1995 toyota corolla automatic Miles New Engine and timing belt 60 k ago Cold a/c good body and paint Clean title registered just pass smog Asking $1800 interior does need work."

http://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_67gXwNOyN4p_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00606_5iz8jpOaARu_600x450.jpg

[George]

What's weird is a general dearth of '00ish small to midsize cars. I guess when shitty cars get to be too old, they just break and disappear. Maybe decompose?

I asked my mechanic that when he shook his head sadly and pulled the sheet up over my '94 Camry V6. He said they go to Mexico eventually.

[George]

1998 KIA SPORTAGE AUTOMATIC,4CYL.PASSED SMOG YESTERDAY&TAGGED,NOV2014 - $2200 (LODI AREA) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405916845.html)

"read before colling please,I got 98 sportage,the only thing the speedometer,just stop working, good for work or commuter, automatic,4 cylinders.2.0L runs great,clean title,passed SMOG yesterday, tags curren,till NOV,2014,heater, A/C blows cold,125,000 miles,new tires,asking,$2,200 obo more info,call or text, espanol,,,ok (I got the title,registration and smog cert, in hand )"

http://images.craigslist.org/00808_19QMH1XQS0G_600x450.jpg

** GREAT WORK TRUCK **FORD RANGER** - $1700 (WEST SACRAMENTO) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405889502.html)

"THIS IS A 1991 FORD RANGER SINGLE CAB..

4 CYLINDER ( GREAT ON GAS)
5 SPEERD MANUAL TRANNY
RUNS EXELENT
ABSOLUTLY NO MECHANICAL PROBLEMS AT ALL
RECENTLY SMOGED FOR NEW OWNERSHIP
BRAND NEW CAT...
NEW BRAKES
138,000 MILES
CLEAN TITLE IN HAND
EXTERIOR IS IN GREAT SHAPE
INTERIOR IS EXELENT FOR ITS YEARS
REGISTERED UNTILL JAN 2015

PLEEEEES NO FLAKERS, OR LOW BALLARS MY TRUCK IS WORTH EVERY PENNY."

http://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_8xy6j0g1WzJ_600x450.jpg

Is a stick okay?

http://images.craigslist.org/00202_bUIzZnbzaAg_600x450.jpg

Clean 1992 Mercedes 190E GAS SAVER(sell or trade) - $2300 (folsom) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4388642032.html)

"selling my 1992 Mercedes 190E.car has a nice fresh paint job.never been in accident.it has clean tittle and clean carfax .interior and exterior looks very decent for the year.automatic transmission.currently registered .its 4 cylinder and get a very good gas mileage .and would be a nice first car
"

http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_huDOilJAM5p_600x450.jpg

RUNS GREAT LOOKS GREAT $1200obo (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405856144.html)

"Runs GREAT5 speed156.000 milesNo smoking,no LEAKING no OVERHEATINGTinted Windows all aroundNice set of 17 custom alloy rimsNew tiresGreat on gasGood for commutingAll fees paid at dmvPaperwork in handNeeds clutch cable adjustedHas trouble going into gearNeeds smogMissing passenger door panelIm asking 1200obo motivated to sellSo call with fair offers no low ballers"

http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_bL6UPyhJgij_600x450.jpg

1991 Geo Prizm - $1800 (south sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405869604.html)

"This is a very reliable car thats great on gas, already smogged and registered.. body in good condittion and nice music system."

http://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_lK9CULeJE1M_600x450.jpg

nissan Maxima 2002 . Great Car - $1755 (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405833493.html)

"2002 Nissan Maxima SE. white in color leather jvc CD player with remote 80000 miles non smoking good car no cosmetic issues... Selling for what I owe on the car"

http://images.craigslist.org/00s0s_3lL1i9JrAmY_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00I0I_6cBoTTqqUXN_600x450.jpg

1991 Oldsmobile royale eighty eight - $2150 (Sacramento) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405774013.html)

"Runs and drives excllent clean in and out none smoking 65 k orig miles for more info call"

http://images.craigslist.org/00L0L_3IVuAkPL92c_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_efsPSbiISTL_600x450.jpg

[Leon]

Amusingly, pretty much all of George's last car posts, you'd get basically the same cars here for the same money.

Although the Volvo probably wouldn't sell very well. They're not what you'd call a sought after car here.

Also obviously, not so much with the USDM cars here.

[Leon]

Geo Prizm appears to be the same car as my Toyota Corolla race car (same body shape).

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e150/kiwiscanfly/Various%20Cars/DSC_0149.jpg (http://s38.photobucket.com/user/kiwiscanfly/media/Various%20Cars/DSC_0149.jpg.html)

[thesameguy]

That Maxima is super - I forgot to look at them last night. I gotta believe that's a low price and something is wrong with it, but maybe not. If a Stratus is a $1200 car no reason a Maxima can't be a $2200 one. :D

For my own sanity, pickups are out. There are so many reasons why one would be a good fit, but they are so dangerous - especially in wet weather - I just wouldn't feel comfortable being involved with someone using one as a long distance cruiser. I know way too many people who have randomly spun out in pickups (one of whom got severely injured) I just couldn't deal with that.

And it does have to be an auto, which rules out a bunch of otherwise good, cheap cars.

I also keep coming back to Mercedes. All the parts I've shopped for mine have been very affordable, and I've yet to find a truly terrible job to do on one. There is something attractive about RWD from a maintenance perspective.

[thesameguy]

And, yep, Geo Prizm = GM Corolla. Like a Geo Metro = GM Swift, or Geo Storm = GM Impulse. aka "We can't figure out how to make a small car so we'll just buy them from other people and resell them." For years the Chevy Nova and Geo Prizm received top marks as car values because you got Toyota cars at Chevy prices.

[speedpimp]

Don't forget the Chevy Sprint and Spectrum.

[George]

Hard to find older Hondas that don't look a little ratty, but Earl Scheib could fix this one right up.

93 honda accord lx - $2000 (lodi ) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4404369852.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Y0Y_jT1HlUFCRMo_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_6OHeZXuVzPa_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_jwiu8dqnEsy_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_8jsCEmlXnz9_600x450.jpg

"This is a 93 accord. This car has been my baby for awhile but i have two cars and i cant afford to insure both. I have done almost everything possible to this motor to make it run forever. It has 149k on it and it runs like new. Not one issue. It needs nothing mechanically whatsoever.
I have put over $1500 into this car in mantnense alone. It is a bone stock 2.2liter 4 cylinder besides the intake and breather. I have the original airbox and intake if desired. I could go on and on with the list of things ive done but it would take too long so its better if you are a serious buyer only! just to call me for any info you need. I know everyting about this car. Just a slight list.
Brand new timing belt
Brand new waterpump
All new seals and pullys were installed when timing belt job was done. That alone costed me 890 dallors.
Brand new distributer
Brand new spark plugs
Brand new spark plug wires
Brand new radiator fan
Brand new valve cover gasket kit installed New fuel filter
Coolent flush
Tranny flush
2 New motor mounts
Bright! New headlight bulbs
Brand new headlights as well. Perfectly clear New tires with lots of tread left

Always change oil every 3000 miles with castrol full synthetic and always pump 91 octane gas! Since the day i bought the car. Ac works perfectly and is ice cold on a 93! Thats rare to see now days. Heater works grest as well. Like i said theres much more if u have any questions just call me anytime txt is ok too. But serious buyers only please.
Iam in no hurry to sell my car it runs perfect and gets excellent gas milage. The motor and interior are 10/10. The exterior is in great cond. Just has a white fromt bumper and a black fender due to a minor fender bendet i got into. But this is just cosmetic. Otherwise the car is perfect.
That is the only reason my price is so low. Overall this car is clean!! And extremely well taken care of. I wouldnt hesitste to drive it to l.a and back right now. They have accords on here with no maintnense and tons of miles. Not to metion beat to hell for the same price iam asking."

[Random]

Prizms were assembled at the jointly-owned NUMMI plant in Fremont, which is now Tesla's facility. :)

[thesameguy]

Hard to find older Hondas that don't look a little ratty, but Earl Scheib could fix this one right up.

Tangentially related, I can't count the number of cars I've bought with sole intention of Earl Scheib'ing or Maaco'ing them, but the same thing always happens - I get attached to the car and then I don't want some hamfisted tech ruining it with a paintjob that looks awful in two years. I'm there right now with the Falcon - back and forth as to whether I'm okay with $500 paintjob or I want to go full-tilt and spend three or four grand. Instead I do nothing. Fail.

I also bought a badass compressor so I could run a media blaster and a paint gun, and that's still a possibility. I am *really* close to just tarping off the garage and trying something like that on the Volvo. Can't make it worse! :D

[George]

I offer this observation with just a tiny bit of seriousness - I see lots...okay, well, some old trucks and 4x4s and other old machines that have had the exterior Rhino-Lined.

[thesameguy]

The car that this person was driving was a '96 JGC that had been rhino lined from the a-pillars forward. :D

[JoshInKC]

I asked my mechanic that when he shook his head sadly and pulled the sheet up over my '94 Camry V6. He said they go to Mexico eventually.

This. The local auto auction is one of the bigger ones in the midwest and Thursday evenings after it ends you can see giant caravans of dozens of minivans with towbars on the back full of last week's dealer trade-ins driving south on I-35.

[Alan P]

More under $2K fun...

Check this out!

1990 Lexus ls 400 - $1800 (Roseville/Auburn) (http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4405610213.html)

"PRICE ADJUSTABLE Extremely well taken care of. 2nd owner. Oil change and maintenance always on time. Clean title. Runs with power, with no problems. Replaced things that needed to be replaced such as timing belt, all other belts, radiator, hoses, breaks, tires, and a couple other things. No leaks at all. Great for college students and transportation. smog passed. Everything in this car works great. I'm selling it because I need the money for other financial issues/moving. 250k miles."

http://images.craigslist.org/00g0g_jMZvVwHLPcG_600x450.jpg

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_lKM0LiHIE8K_600x450.jpg

I bet everything still works too!

[thesameguy]

Probably does.

How repulsive.

:D

[21Kid]

I thought this thread was supposed to be about interesting cars? :?

What happened?

[Godson]

http://kansascity.craigslist.org/cto/4339651671.html

[George]

I thought this thread was supposed to be about interesting cars? :?

What happened?

We're helping TSG buy a car because he's a little new at this car-buying thing.

Why don't you post some interesting cars from your area?

[George]

I wonder what Maaco would charge for paint and bodywork? New door from eBay, maybe?

1987 Mazda - $575 (or best offer) (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4406655043.html)

"Car was in a hit and run, damaged the left Door and quarter panel. Mechanically the car is in excellent shape, just replaced all tiers, new exhaust system, had front and rear alignment done."

http://images.craigslist.org/00000_kfu3SkzkBl0_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00m0m_TevEZdFYWX_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_libYNIO5Vw5_600x450.jpg

1952 Buick Resto-rod TRADE - $6000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4397039716.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00d0d_7AAOjfMD20P_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_gH33ak1Br2z_600x450.jpg

Very rare 1977 Nova Concours Cabrolet - $6000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4392512046.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00000_dZqUtd4I8GT_600x450.jpg

As far as I can tell, this thing only has lap belts:

Rock Crawler - $6500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4396514805.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00b0b_dtO1xhpeXsJ_600x450.jpg

Chrysler/Jeep dealer ad. No price. Few pics. A real tease. Someone traded in Grandpa's pickup for a new car, perhaps?

1965 Jeep J20 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4406208499.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/01111_pZOIn95MPc_600x450.jpg

1970 Fiat 850 t.c. Spider Convt. - $950 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4406203081.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00606_iOSMXP4CzXo_600x450.jpg

1952 Ford F1 Pick Up - $9250 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4406031392.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_eHIuu35M9tW_600x450.jpg

1986 Nissan 720 Pickup 2.4l 4x4 - $2000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4399029408.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00u0u_dQH1vDI4PU7_600x450.jpg

I miss utilitarian rubber floor coverings in cars and trucks. Much easier to clean and keep clean.

http://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_bY61VlEkWeh_600x450.jpg

RV conversion?

1948 International Horse Van - $1400 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4405896670.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00101_ko44bUWKwb7_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/01010_efNc5E6acuH_600x450.jpg

1969 Pontiac Firebird One owner Colorado Car - $11,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4373869027.html)

"350 Engine 3 speed on the column."

http://images.craigslist.org/01010_5IQu5fAbaBR_600x450.jpg

"All original, nothing has been changed."

http://images.craigslist.org/00e0e_fHf9xepsBC5_600x450.jpg

1988 Volkswagen Scirocco 2.0 ABA Turbo - $5995 (http://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/4405450010.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00Z0Z_gC0PhlcjkmK_600x450.jpg

1966 Dodge Coronet 500 sale or partial trade - $10,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4376908131.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_4vEVPwEoSK7_600x450.jpg

1985 Corolla GT-S AE86 - $9000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4405724812.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00k0k_9u6mUe1CH0A_600x450.jpg

1980 Ford Thunderbird - $3500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4365543229.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00k0k_8QOCmfnVqJ7_600x450.jpg

[21Kid]

We're helping TSG buy a car because he's a little new at this car-buying thing.

Why don't you post some interesting cars from your area?

:lol: I don't really have much time to peruse the craigslist ads myself, which is why I used to come hear to see the interesting ones. ;)
But, lately it's mostly been a bunch of cheap Geo Prisms and Camrys.

[George]

Rule #1 of the craigslist thread: If you don't post cool cars yourself, don't complain! :angry:

Hey :random:, it's time to password-protect this thread to keep out the slackers.

:)

[21Kid]

I thought that was the pointy knees thread? :lol:

[thesameguy]

OMG, I forgot how awful that generation of tbird was... what a PILE. Looks to be in nice shape, though... maybe they bought it and were too embarrassed to be seen in it?

I also quite like Sleezy - too bad about no straight eight though... that's really the point of an older Buick, isn't it?

And, of course, with more time and lots more money, that horse van would be a SWEET RV. Throw something like a BMW V12 (just to keep it interesting), some skylights, and convert the space between the axles to basement storage and there could be something really neat there.

[Random]

I would go Ford V10, personally.

Easy button is probably the 7.3 diesel.

[thesameguy]

But they're so obvious!

What about a Jaguar V12? Cadillac 500?

[Random]

Toyota space van for $2250 (check out that interior carpet!!):
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/4405902638.html
http://images.craigslist.org/01515_lU18GSAQUFG_600x450.jpg

Good looking E30 325ix:
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4402743732.html

The perfect sub-$2k commuter car:
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/4386949093.html
http://images.craigslist.org/00q0q_22pM59Lsc61_600x450.jpg

A turboed 635CSi--what could go wrong?
http://sacramento.craigslist.org/cto/4369493119.html
http://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_5Pf0EVFZ5g0_600x450.jpg

[thesameguy]

How the eff did Paul smog his turbo 6er?

The Space Van is incredibly intriguing, but I'm am wondering exactly what the broken ice maker consists of? My friend had a 4WD Space Van in high school, and the thing was terrifying. Partly on account of his driving, but IIRC the 4WD models had a couple extra inches of ground clearance. I wish it was closer, because I would go look at it today! Maybe that Revcon will get up to SJ this weekend and I can do both. (What could possibly be weirder than buying an RV and a Space Van on one trip?)

[George]

Snagging a sub-$2K commuter on the way home.

[Random]

My guess is that he smogged it NA and then re-installed the turbo. Heh.

The smog-legal way to put a car like that together would be to use the contemporary 745's engine, but it doesn't sound like he did that.

[George]

Add $900 to the kitty and you could get this dual-purpose RV/Commmuter. :cool:

77 Chevy Van 4x4 - $2900 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4397446319.html)

"Super cool and really beefy... this tank does burnouts!"

http://images.craigslist.org/00w0w_lPIXyeSA9P_600x450.jpg

[Random]

Snagging a sub-$2K commuter on the way home.

There you go! tsg can use the Studebaker as a toad. :D

[George]

For the fat-wallet crowd:

2007 Sportsmobile 4x4 - $70,000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4406460740.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00i0i_j72WKlcIVVg_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00t0t_hcAau1RCPOI_600x450.jpg

Yee-HAW!

http://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_b7mLMFJoSzh_600x450.jpg

[George]

1928 Willys rat rod - $8000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4398411368.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_4ccrZCc8yh6_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00303_9OzbzteNUGZ_600x450.jpg

COLORADO ADVENTURE 1967 VW Baja Bug Goes Hard!! - $5000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4393061671.html)

:rawk: :hard:

http://images.craigslist.org/01414_ahYgcxRi9jK_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_fmZKmDafxoY_600x450.jpg

1987 Toyota Van! - $3200 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4383998989.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_9RG1lOE1ZH7_600x450.jpg

1929 Chevy rat rod truck - $6000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4375999598.html)

"This is my wifes 1929 chevy truck with a 1929 title the body is on a 1968 Datsun chassis with Datsun motor and tranny runs and drives with new tires and a fresh topend and a manual 4 speed trans."

http://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_jOM80YhUy56_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_aOPAfXFNdNQ_600x450.jpg

1973 Mercedes Benz 280C 350 Chvey Power Hot Rod Sleeper Daily Driver - $5500 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4361439988.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00P0P_eLp1BUWxr5C_600x450.jpg

I'm thinking we're doing okay today in the Interesting Vehicle department.

2009 Suzuki SX4 Rally Car 29k miles - $9000 (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4401595316.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00606_d9BZ4rr8YFD_600x450.jpg

And for today's Grand Finale (maybe)...

'99 Pontiac grand am gt piece of Art (http://denver.craigslist.org/cto/4402306256.html)

http://images.craigslist.org/00j0j_bCrlhImUBEh_600x450.jpg
http://images.craigslist.org/00X0X_cuRoNn9ySNZ_600x450.jpg