My wife suggested I buy a beater to drive to work if I win the election, so hopefully come October or so I'll start looking. Nothing boring and nothing over $10k, maximum. I'll probably go with a Miata or maybe a Z3.
My wife suggested I buy a beater to drive to work if I win the election, so hopefully come October or so I'll start looking. Nothing boring and nothing over $10k, maximum. I'll probably go with a Miata or maybe a Z3.
Are Z4s not in sub-$10k territory by now?
Not too often...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
My wife suggested I buy a beater to drive to work if I win the election, so hopefully come October or so I'll start looking. Nothing boring and nothing over $10k, maximum. I'll probably go with a Miata or maybe a Z3.
Or you could put $5K worth of mods on your 2er and ...
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
Mike, you guys moving again? Have been gone for a few days but guess I missed a whole lot. Didn't y'all just move last year? Confused about your moving again but guess y'all got an offer ya couldn't refuse!!!
The Sandman
We've been in our house for about 2 1/2 years. As much as we like it, there were some things about it that we couldn't fix at any cost.
The new house solves those problems, and has the added benefit of being closer to my wife and daughter's work.
I may be banned from driving any cars in less than 30 days. Got a DMV notice that the Courts are telling the DMV to "collect" my driver's license under suspension.
So my first letter was ignored. My second letter certified with signed return receipt was ignored too.
Time to laywer up. Contacted 3 or 4.
$525, $750, and getting a third bid tomorrow, then dedicding to move forward. Was told the higher cost is partly due to "3 appearances" since I now have a Failure to Appear charge added.
Cost really isn't the driving factor though. I just want someone that won't just treat my case like a cookie cutter traffic case, because my case is very strong!
'18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
I want the 5 series wagon. I don't put a lot of miles on it, and will roll the dice! Assuming it is as good a runner as described. Perfect dog transport runner.
The BMW might nickle and dime you a bit, but I fear that the MB could just drain your bank account like a shop vac. Way more complex and expensive to maintain (and run, swilling gas like a muscle car!)
possibly. But at least, I don't put many miles on. And pretty sure I would not enjoy driving a big, heavy ponderous car like that E class. Though maybe it wouldn't be that bad. I have never driven one. if nothing else, must be pretty fast and sound good!
possibly. But at least, I don't put many miles on. And pretty sure I would not enjoy driving a big, heavy ponderous car like that E class. Though maybe it wouldn't be that bad. I have never driven one. if nothing else, must be pretty fast and sound good!
Pretty sure a 525 wagon ain't exactly spritely. ;b
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
Those cars are to the point where "looking rich" is only going to fool those who don't follow cars.
Old highline wagons seem to have an old money air to them, and pull it off better. A pristine 1980s 300TD, to me anyway, speaks of wealth more than a 10 year old 7er.
The 525i is the only wagon you can get with a stick..
Nothing wrong with that mileage.. For $3500, it might be a good deal, but that heated seat issue might be a problem.
Heated seat thing would be an issue given that I’d be sleeping in it for a while. My friend suggested I drive it until the engine dies and find an M5 donor engine.
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
I may be banned from driving any cars in less than 30 days. Got a DMV notice that the Courts are telling the DMV to "collect" my driver's license under suspension.
So my first letter was ignored. My second letter certified with signed return receipt was ignored too.
Time to laywer up. Contacted 3 or 4.
$525, $750, and getting a third bid tomorrow, then dedicding to move forward. Was told the higher cost is partly due to "3 appearances" since I now have a Failure to Appear charge added.
Cost really isn't the driving factor though. I just want someone that won't just treat my case like a cookie cutter traffic case, because my case is very strong!
And to clarify, you didn’t appear after sending those letters because?
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
The thing I like about the Z3 is that it's very similar to my 318ti; if you can work on one you can work on the other. The M44 four is bulletproof and the M52 six isn't far behind.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
My 540i was Slate Green. Beautiful color. That wagon doesn’t have the sport package. I would think the 2.5 liter engine would feel underpowered. $4,000 a year sounds about right for maintenance and repair on one of those.
I may be banned from driving any cars in less than 30 days. Got a DMV notice that the Courts are telling the DMV to "collect" my driver's license under suspension.
So my first letter was ignored. My second letter certified with signed return receipt was ignored too.
Time to laywer up. Contacted 3 or 4.
$525, $750, and getting a third bid tomorrow, then dedicding to move forward. Was told the higher cost is partly due to "3 appearances" since I now have a Failure to Appear charge added.
Cost really isn't the driving factor though. I just want someone that won't just treat my case like a cookie cutter traffic case, because my case is very strong!
My 540i was Slate Green. Beautiful color. That wagon doesn’t have the sport package. I would think the 2.5 liter engine would feel underpowered. $4,000 a year sounds about right for maintenance and repair on one of those.
Hahaha - I was thinking that given the mileage they are being a bit optimistic.
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
I may be banned from driving any cars in less than 30 days. Got a DMV notice that the Courts are telling the DMV to "collect" my driver's license under suspension.
So my first letter was ignored. My second letter certified with signed return receipt was ignored too.
Time to laywer up. Contacted 3 or 4.
$525, $750, and getting a third bid tomorrow, then dedicding to move forward. Was told the higher cost is partly due to "3 appearances" since I now have a Failure to Appear charge added.
Cost really isn't the driving factor though. I just want someone that won't just treat my case like a cookie cutter traffic case, because my case is very strong!
Look at the bright side, you'll keep the miles off of your TTS & Leased Kia
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
I almost bought a 2001 525i 4 door stick new. And found it to have more than enough power. Can't imagine the wagon is much different.
184 HP. In a 3-series w/Auto, it was plenty quick (my wife’s first BMW). I think the 5-Series was only 150# heavier? It would be entertaining. Fast enough in 2003.
Wagons are very popular in the enthusiast community. The stick just adds to it. An automatic sedan would be worth $2000-$2500, most likely. I bet it’s sold, already.
I almost bought a 2001 525i 4 door stick new. And found it to have more than enough power. Can't imagine the wagon is much different.
184 HP. In a 3-series w/Auto, it was plenty quick (my wife’s first BMW). I think the 5-Series was only 150# heavier? It would be entertaining. Fast enough in 2003.
Wagons are very popular in the enthusiast community. The stick just adds to it. An automatic sedan would be worth $2000-$2500, most likely. I bet it’s sold, already.
Well now I almost want to send an email...
2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
It's all relative to other cars isn't it? And, of course, what you the individual driver want/tolerate in a manual transmission. I've driven up to 2017 models, and it's clunky, by my definition. YRMV. It's notchy and slow.
True, not compared to a 1951 Chevrolet 3100 pickup, but compared to say my friends Honda S2000 (which is like "buddah"), it's not the best.
I'm not singling out Mini on this--lots of cars with that type of shifting mechanism act that way, and for 95% of everyone, it's just fine as is.
I've been driving an Acura (Honda) TSX for over ten years now, and the manual transmission (still on the original clutch at 144K miles) has been pure pleasure. Not nearly so tight as my '65 MGB, but better than my 240-Z and the Lincoln LS. Point being, Honda manual transmissions, based on my sample of one, are pretty damn good.
I have owned a whole lot of sticks in my life (my name was earned, not granted!). And driven a ton more with test drives, etc. And overall, Hondas were about the best combo of clutch/shift feel. Though I did like my FWD Mazdas too. Subaru IMO was at the bottom. And to this day, VWs still seem to have the same overly high clutch engagement point.
The Miata was certainly unique. That was like a toggle switch compared to most FWD models.
They wanted me to drive a six speed today but had to beg off, my right leg has sciatica very badly so pushing down on a clutch just ain't happening. I learned on a siblings 1976 Datsun 210 hatchback, the family's first foreign vehicle. I remember paralyzed with fear as I got off I-95 in Miami, Ives Dairy Rd., and the exit ramp went up a hill. Remember sweating a bit but just punched it and the roll back was minimal and off I went. But now, no way Jose. Still walking with a cane a week shy of the 13th anniversary of my truck accident. Come to think of it, I was using a cane part time before the accident but not all the time like now. It's a part of me now to be honest, like my reading glasses.
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Getting nowhere with wifey on my plan to move within the next couple of years. Neighbors house did sell, sign is gone, and think we could sell very quickly but at a lower price point. We have no pool and original kitchen and still need to complete the other half of the master bath plus painting. Basically a great house for a handy family, a 4/2 under air at about 2000 square feet. Homes like ours are snatched up pretty quickly if priced right as the $250K to $385K are few and far between in our city. Our schools are top notch, even with Stoneman Douglas not too far away. Folks want the Coral Springs lifestyle and schools but our price range ain't got much right now. And think my plan to find a smaller 3/2 or 4/2 at about $250K a great idea as we could bank a good $100K for retirement. But think once the oldest moves in September and the middle child following her a year later will be the impetus to get her to agree to my plan. It's nice that the girls can stop by whenever they want and go home that night even though they know they are always welcome to stay over. But hell, am so ready to go and let a family with young kids get our place to enjoy like we have!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
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Not too often...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/rare-and-beautiful-2003-bmw/6554614071.html
The new house solves those problems, and has the added benefit of being closer to my wife and daughter's work.
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2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
So my first letter was ignored. My second letter certified with signed return receipt was ignored too.
Time to laywer up. Contacted 3 or 4.
$525, $750, and getting a third bid tomorrow, then dedicding to move forward. Was told the higher cost is partly due to "3 appearances" since I now have a Failure to Appear charge added.
Cost really isn't the driving factor though. I just want someone that won't just treat my case like a cookie cutter traffic case, because my case is very strong!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I could be interested at this price:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/203613459
Nobody said looking rich is easy:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/203613447
I always thought these were FWD:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/164843802
Always in the mix:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/199541219
I wonder if this or the Jag would win the race to put you in the poor house:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/197281125
Don't believe I have ever seen one this cheap with such low mileage:
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/205127349
Can I interest you in a furnace to keep your money in?
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/share/203939155
There are many others, but I'll stop for now.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
The 525i is the only wagon you can get with a stick..
Nothing wrong with that mileage.. For $3500, it might be a good deal, but that heated seat issue might be a problem.
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Old highline wagons seem to have an old money air to them, and pull it off better. A pristine 1980s 300TD, to me anyway, speaks of wealth more than a 10 year old 7er.
Another car from not exactly the pinnacle of MB quality, I would be leery.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2021 Sahara 4xe
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Wagons are very popular in the enthusiast community. The stick just adds to it. An automatic sedan would be worth $2000-$2500, most likely. I bet it’s sold, already.
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'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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How long should I wait?
Drove Honda sticks for over 15 years, as daily drivers... so, I've got something to compare it to..
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True, not compared to a 1951 Chevrolet 3100 pickup, but compared to say my friends Honda S2000 (which is like "buddah"), it's not the best.
I'm not singling out Mini on this--lots of cars with that type of shifting mechanism act that way, and for 95% of everyone, it's just fine as is.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
The Miata was certainly unique. That was like a toggle switch compared to most FWD models.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
But now, no way Jose. Still walking with a cane a week shy of the 13th anniversary of my truck accident. Come to think of it, I was using a cane part time before the accident but not all the time like now. It's a part of me now to be honest, like my reading glasses.
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
But think once the oldest moves in September and the middle child following her a year later will be the impetus to get her to agree to my plan. It's nice that the girls can stop by whenever they want and go home that night even though they know they are always welcome to stay over. But hell, am so ready to go and let a family with young kids get our place to enjoy like we have!
The Sandman
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2025 VW GTI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)