"Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯" (maxicooper)
07/03/2015 at 15:00 • Filed to: None
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"Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯" (maxicooper)
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Thanks for convincing me not to buy that A4 Avant, folks, because I think I’ve got something better lined up.
http://oppositelock.kinja.com/convince-me-no…
In my continuing search for something to wrench on this summer, I may have found the perfect first car in the back lot of my local Volvo mechanic. He’s got a running, driving, rust-free 122S with a stick and he said he’d take $1200 for it. I already know my way around Volvos a bit because I’ve helped fix some things on my dad’s 760 Turbo and my neighbor’s 240 DL in the past. Plus, seriously, look at this engine bay (not the car I looked at today, but same year). Scandinavian simplicity at its best!
So, I’m pretty sure I’m going to pull the trigger on this one. Cute little car, dead simple mechanically, and will probably last forever. Going back Monday to take it in for a prepurchase inspection. Fingers crossed, and happy Fourth to all of my fellow Yanks!
Berang
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:07 |
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They are nice, simple cars. And a lot of parts are still available (if you don’t mind shipping from Europe).
cletus44 aka Clayton Seams
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:08 |
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Do it! These cars are simple to work on and fun to drive. If it truly is rust free, that’s a steal. Keep us posted!
415s30 W123TSXWaggoIIIIIIo ( •_•))°)
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:48 |
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Yeah they are nice, I see a few in SF and I love them, I would love a wagon.
Nibbles
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:49 |
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DO IT
DO IT
RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:49 |
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Gorgeous old girl, good luck with the purchase! :)
John Dyste
> Maxi Cooper ¯\_()_/¯
07/03/2015 at 15:53 |
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I agree you should do it. Then join the Volvo 1800 List on Yahoo. The 122 and 1800 are basically the same car under the body.
Mike at irollmotors.com is a great resource for parts.
Babz
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07/03/2015 at 16:04 |
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Do it ! With the prices thoses are going at right now in Europe, I’m amazed how cheap it is. These things are bulletproof !
Slave2anMG
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07/03/2015 at 19:54 |
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Gawd. Unless it’s rotten and somebody’s been keeping tigers in the thing...BUY IT NOW.
twochevrons
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07/03/2015 at 22:08 |
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YES. GET IT. GET IT NOW.