Our immediate condo is fine, I’m told, but the building has some damage. A tree fell on the roof of the condo across the hall from us, and apparently some downspouts have traveled elsewhere in the wind.
'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
I hope everyone in hurricane territory has made it through safe and sound. There will be some project cars created by the disaster, in looking at reports of the destruction, I found this sad sight:
I guess the positive side is that no doubt they were insured, and are worth enough to be repaired - if one can afford rigs like that, they can probably handle it, too.
The rear passenger sill looks a little suspect, and I see some bubbling at the top of the headlight bezels - both common rust areas.
All diesel and 4cyl gas fintails were single light/W110 cars, along with the base model 2nd series 6cyl (230, not 230S). The front end of the W110 cars was also slightly shorter. They were the entry level cars.
Lovely modern classic, the kind of car you either want a perfect time capsule or one where someone else has done the fine tuning (if you aren't a DIYer), as they can be expensive to put right.
I saw a 1985 Maserati just like that one in a cash for clunkers row at the dealer in 2009. Some people think that it should have gone there directly off the assembly line.
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SLK32 is pretty rare, I think I've only seen 2 or 3 in person. Not the best era for MB products, it seems a lot of material introduced during the DCX era can be risky - like the engineers and execs were distracted.
Hoovie will make enough off a couple videos to cover it, and he can afford to eat the cost anyway.
I'm not sure that even uplanderguy would want to take on a Lark with a million plus miles. Of course, there is always the possibility that it is a misprint.
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Took the fintail on the Saturday morning errand run - although we are in an unusually warm and pleasant October, I sense winter is about to knock on the door, and I need to get some drives in while I can. The car ran perfectly and got a couple waves and compliments. I am noticing a bearing noise from the front of the car, I suspect either a belt/pulley is out of adjustment, or the water pump might be making noise, doesn't seem to be the generator. Getting it in for the annual service I do around this time of the year might be tough this year, as I was informed one of the techs at the shop I patronize passed away, one of the guys who worked on older cars, and now they are backed up for oldies. As the oil can't have more than 1000 miles on it, I can probably risk it.
Thanks for referencing this post to me, Fin. It surprises me that anyone would be trying to flip a 1985 380SE, but good luck to him. With less than 100K miles, it's just getting broken in.
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The e320 isn’t a flipper, per say, but an actual dealer. And, per the ad, a “boned” dealer, at that. Guess that means they are in way too deep on their inventory.
'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 e320 isn’t a flipper, per say, but an actual dealer. And, per the ad, a “boned” dealer, at that. Guess that means they are in way too deep on their inventory.
The e320 isn’t a flipper, per say, but an actual dealer. And, per the ad, a “boned” dealer, at that. Guess that means they are in way too deep on their inventory.
Well, a guy with a dealer license, which I am sure takes at least 10 minutes of paperwork Presentation to me looks like a car bought from an estate and put back on the market 2 weeks later, like so much material on BaT etc. Maybe a step above a curbstoner, but not a huge step.
I am sure it is easy for one to get boned in a probable slowing market, where they are charging BaT or big city prices in a small market for a niche car (I'd be shocked if it passed 10K on BaT).
I swear it was priced at $9500 some months ago - these aren't appreciating at quite that level. One thing I will say about the ad, the car isn't over-detailed, if anything, it should look a little cleaner inside to justify the price.
I've thought about you and that car, and how a replacement for the old car might not make you happy as it would always be compared with the prior version. But at the same time, you might find its twin.
Thanks for referencing this post to me, Fin. It surprises me that anyone would be trying to flip a 1985 380SE, but good luck to him. With less than 100K miles, it's just getting broken in.
Had the fintail out for a couple hours earlier today, including on some outlying arterials where traffic moves at 55-60 - no issues. I notice once the car is up to full temp, the bearing noise is noticeable. It is definitely from the front of the engine. I hope it is an aging water pump or generator, and not an engine issue. Car is running fine with no other odd noises, no odd smoke, etc. When the engine is cold, no odd noise.
the BMW is funny. It may not even be possible to get that one back up to speed no matter how much money you have. Or if you could, I would bet it would cost at least 10x what it would be worth afterwards.
at least it is cheap. Might be able to harvest some parts, or just keep it in the driveway as a conversation piece?
So .... my mind was wandering this afternoon (as is often the case).
I may have mentioned that my son owned a mid-90's Mustang (3.8L V6, automatic) not long after he graduated high school 15 years ago.
When I was recently in CA, I discovered that he still owns it, and it's parked at his FIL's house. I don't think it's running, and I don't know what's wrong with it.
Wouldn't it be a hoot to swap in a V8, maybe a stick shift, upgrade the suspension a little bit, attend to some minor appearance items, and turn it into a decent runner for not much money.
So, I joined an SN95 forum and am starting to ask questions of the experts there. Wondering if it would be worth $5-10K to pull this off. I wouldn't be looking for the fastest car, just something with a nice V8 burble, maybe a wrap as an affordable way to change the color, slightly larger wheels and tires. Just a fun toy. I'd keep it in the summer, and the son could have it in the winter, when it wouldn't do me any good.
my take? first, I would bet that it would be cheaper to just buy a comparable condition 1998 Mustang GT and get the same end result, much easier and cheaper!
and it probably only makes sense if you have the shop, tools and talent to do the work yourself.
also, there are likely a lot more differences than you would think. stuff like different subframes, suspension pieces, computers, and a bunch of little stuff. I bet you would need a wrecked GT to park next to it and steal all the parts from (a rear end wreck of course!)
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Our immediate condo is fine, I’m told, but the building has some damage. A tree fell on the roof of the condo across the hall from us, and apparently some downspouts have traveled elsewhere in the wind.
'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
Here is the guy talking about this. So sad
https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTRmXvB5r/
I guess the positive side is that no doubt they were insured, and are worth enough to be repaired - if one can afford rigs like that, they can probably handle it, too.
Now there's a blue interior
Someone enjoyed driving this
Great wheel choice
not forthcoming enough about the fault, gives a flipper vibe, but seldom-seen
Peak Accord
Might be a deal, this is the uncommon slightly smaller displacement 124
Almost like a model kit
What derpy CUVs should be
Conversion
Seldom see them like this, price is a bit optimistic
Rare anymore, with a painful "ding"
Yes, I expect this quality of pics for the price
Final run fintail, with some year-specific details (exterior mirror, sidemarkers, steering column and switchgear, production ended 12/67. Doesn't add value, but unusual(
Fancy Maxima
What did this cost new? Oh Idaho
The '78 Impala has an unfortunate non-factory 2-tone.
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I looked at an I30 once. Much like an early Lexus ES, they didn’t hide the Maxima roots well.
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I’d also like that Studebaker but without those wheels and the boom box.
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All diesel and 4cyl gas fintails were single light/W110 cars, along with the base model 2nd series 6cyl (230, not 230S). The front end of the W110 cars was also slightly shorter. They were the entry level cars.
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Cheap
That problem is worrisome
This has been hanging around with varying prices for several weeks. Amazing upholstery
Depends on the amount of rust
One for @uplanderguy
Same here, I think I posted this before, maybe "spring colors"
Hard to find these with low miles, as they have high build and material quality
This might be the same seller, I kind of like this for being a very early car, traditional basic color combo, etc
Cool story but will be hard to get there from here
I think this is the engine Adam doesn't like
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“Great winter project”
That’s going to be the longest winter ever.
'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
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Dang, I’d like that Maser if it wasn’t an auto
'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
That year still has the blow through carb, a real problem.
Hoovie will make enough off a couple videos to cover it, and he can afford to eat the cost anyway.
2009 BMW 335i, 2003 Corvette cnv. (RIP 2001 Jaguar XK8 cnv and 1985 MB 380SE [the best of the lot])
The 59 Olds is just begging for one of the You Tube guys to pick it up. Thinking Derek from Vice Grip Garage specifically.
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Pic from last Sunday as I forgot today:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/952056539086059/
'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
I just wanna borrow it and terrorize my neighbors for a morning. They would lose their minds.
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@bhill2 - mobile, been for sale for eons, I swear they actually increased the price, flipper vibe from unrelated docs being posted
These always have tons of miles, quite a color
I wonder if these will go up like the prior generation
I like the style, but I don't know if the demand is there anymore
Same here, these probably aren't appreciating, but I like the style
Always fairly cheap
This seller is known for high prices and unwillingness to negotiate. This car could eat someone alive, but probably nice to look at and drive
I've seen worse for the money, for those with patience
If the flipper vibe was any stronger it would have grey LVP floor mats and a white shaker glovebox
I could see someone renovating this
High Mileage Vehicle
Nice colors dizzying asking price
Fun paint scheme
No front view, with the detail that matters
Couldn't have less detail, spend money on an ad and leave it at this
Fit for a king, interesting canopy as a mandatory gift
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2009 BMW 335i, 2003 Corvette cnv. (RIP 2001 Jaguar XK8 cnv and 1985 MB 380SE [the best of the lot])
The e320 isn’t a flipper, per say, but an actual dealer. And, per the ad, a “boned” dealer, at that. Guess that means they are in way too deep on their inventory.
'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
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Yeah but that’s not as funny
'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
I am sure it is easy for one to get boned in a probable slowing market, where they are charging BaT or big city prices in a small market for a niche car (I'd be shocked if it passed 10K on BaT).
I've thought about you and that car, and how a replacement for the old car might not make you happy as it would always be compared with the prior version. But at the same time, you might find its twin.
2009 BMW 335i, 2003 Corvette cnv. (RIP 2001 Jaguar XK8 cnv and 1985 MB 380SE [the best of the lot])
2009 BMW 335i, 2003 Corvette cnv. (RIP 2001 Jaguar XK8 cnv and 1985 MB 380SE [the best of the lot])
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A fine automobile right there. Timeless.
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Then Caddy dreamed up the Eldorado Brougham and said "hold my beer".
And now both are almost like domestic exotics.
You never see these anymore
Nor these
Quite the color, irritating ad copy with the typos and inaccuracies
Cheap fancy fox
Rare fox that's more expensive but maybe not bad, nice interior
Address those needs for that price (and then probably not a quick sale)
The 90s in vehicle form, lose that hood scoop stat
Wonderful ad title, great pics, and the second one of these to pop up locally
Lower price, low barrier for a hobby car
Great color combo, flash for little cash
Admirable preservation for the mileage
Amusing fault to completely hide in photos
Spend 60K+ on a new one or get this
A little dear for its needs
20 years ago it wouldn't have brought this with its needs, but ok
"The Money Pit" in vehicle form, but I suppose its full of unobtanium, and I think that's a MB badge on the trunk
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at least it is cheap. Might be able to harvest some parts, or just keep it in the driveway as a conversation piece?
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I may have mentioned that my son owned a mid-90's Mustang (3.8L V6, automatic) not long after he graduated high school 15 years ago.
When I was recently in CA, I discovered that he still owns it, and it's parked at his FIL's house. I don't think it's running, and I don't know what's wrong with it.
Wouldn't it be a hoot to swap in a V8, maybe a stick shift, upgrade the suspension a little bit, attend to some minor appearance items, and turn it into a decent runner for not much money.
So, I joined an SN95 forum and am starting to ask questions of the experts there. Wondering if it would be worth $5-10K to pull this off. I wouldn't be looking for the fastest car, just something with a nice V8 burble, maybe a wrap as an affordable way to change the color, slightly larger wheels and tires. Just a fun toy. I'd keep it in the summer, and the son could have it in the winter, when it wouldn't do me any good.
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and it probably only makes sense if you have the shop, tools and talent to do the work yourself.
also, there are likely a lot more differences than you would think. stuff like different subframes, suspension pieces, computers, and a bunch of little stuff. I bet you would need a wrecked GT to park next to it and steal all the parts from (a rear end wreck of course!)
but it does sound like a fun retirement project!
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