"CAR_IS_MI" (car-is-mi)
08/27/2015 at 23:14 Filed to: None
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"CAR_IS_MI" (car-is-mi)
08/27/2015 at 23:14 Filed to: None | 4
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Am I crazy for thinking this???
If I do this right, I should end up with more options and everything paid in full...
So here is the current lineup
1) 2014 Jeep Wrangler
Status: Daily Driver / Occasional Trail Rig
Value: $30,000 - $35,000
Owe: $21,500
2) 2000 Ferrari 360 Modena
Status: Parked (about to be for sale)
Value: $75,000 - $85,000
Owe: $0
3) 1979 Fiat 124 Spider
Status: Undergoing suspension and cosmetic reconditioning
Value: $8,000 - $10,000
Owe: $0
4) 1980 Yamaha XS650 Bobber
Status: Not registered for over 2 years, just finished a carb rebuild to get it running again today.
Value: $4,500 - $5,000
Owe: $0
5) 1979 Yamaha XS750 Cafe
Status: A long way from being complete
Value: $3,000 - $4,000 when complete
Owe: $0
Garage Current Estimated Cash Value (after subtracting whats owed on the Jeep) : $99,000 - $117,500
Okay so now the fun part. The replacements. Part of my job affords me the opportunity to buy vehicles at wholesale prices so if the prices listed seem low, thats why.
1) The Jeep replacement (I honestly cant see living without one):
A TJ Wrangler, 4.0 manual that I could use as an occasional DD and a trail rig that could spend 90% of its life without doors or a roof to speak.
Cost: $10,000 - $14,000 (not including anything I may change after the fact)
2) C215 CL55 AMG
No it wont be slammed or stanced or whatever, yes, it will probably be straight piped (or at least have cut outs). In my older age Ive found that I desire something that can not only message my ass on the way home from work, but also have enough power to rotate the earth backwards.
Cost: $10,000 - 12,000 (seriously, one just ran the auction with 45k for $12)
3) A truck, for truck stuff
Not sure 100% yet, but I would either go with something like a Ranger and build it out with some fancy off road equipment for the occasional dirt road ruckus, or I would buy an older 3/4 ton diesel like a 250 lariat or king ranch.
Cost: $3,500 - $17,000 (depending on which option I go with)
4) Track toy: Lotus Elise
I have always always wanted one, they are great on the track, decent reliability thanks to the Toyota motor, easily modified, and decently efficient. Also, all examples have 3 pedals.
Cost: $20,000 - $25,000
5) The rarity: Mazda Eunos Cosmo 20b
A 3 rotor 20b Cosmo. I have already started speaking with Bird on the idea.
Cost: $15,000 - $17,000 after importation
6) The Sport Bike
An Aprilia RSV4. Ive wanted one of these ever since my friend got one. Not the fastest bike on the market by any means, but an all around cool bike IMO.
Cost: $12,000 - $14,000
6) The Daily motorcycle
A Triumph Thruxton. I am a huge fan of Triumph and a huge cafe style fan, so a modern, factory built cafe seems logical. This one would only happen if the budget worked out just right.
Cost: $6,000 - $10,000
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Total new garage estimated cost: $74,500 - $109,000
Which would still leave me with some cash to play with and no car payments...
Also I would have to play musical garage everytime I wanted to take something from inside the garage out, which might be a PITA, but w/e.
Your thoughts oppo? Am I crazy, stupid, both, or awesome?
ADabOfOppo; Gone Plaid (Instructables Can Be Confusable)
> CAR_IS_MI
08/27/2015 at 23:31 |
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You are one blessed Oedipus-ing bastard.
#notjealous
#okayimjealous
bob and john
> CAR_IS_MI
08/27/2015 at 23:35 |
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in stead of the RSV4, why not the touno? its a biugger engine now...and you dont look like your totally ripping your buddy off.
for the truck: it would have to be a tow rig....no point in have two off-road cars (jeep and the ranger)
EL_ULY
> CAR_IS_MI
08/27/2015 at 23:51 |
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Go for it dude. The Lotus may be a pain but I dont know a better track toy. Maybe a Cayman S around the same year? Besides that you solid dude
sm70- why not Duesenberg?
> CAR_IS_MI
08/27/2015 at 23:57 |
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Crazy, but worth it.
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CAR_IS_MI
> bob and john
08/28/2015 at 00:11 |
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My buddy wouldnt care, hes a former AMA racer and has something like 18 bikes from race to dirt to ducatis and harleys, he just ordered one of the MV Agusta dragster 800RRs which I also contemplated, but for 21k....
The Jeep crawls, the truck would get a V8 and fun parts like a trophy truck....
But a tow rig is also not a bad idea. maybe both...
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CAR_IS_MI
> EL_ULY
08/28/2015 at 00:12 |
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Get a removable steering wheel and the Lotus is okay. also, I can buy a bolt up 640hp capable turbo kit for it....
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CAR_IS_MI
> sm70- why not Duesenberg?
08/28/2015 at 00:13 |
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Right! I mean its almost a different vehicle for every day of the week...
AM3R shamefully returns
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 00:16 |
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I'd go for it. Is your current jeep manual? I really like it, built exactly how I'd want mine (which in all honestly would live 80% on pavement). I'm not exactly a jeep guy, but who doesn't like a nice wrangler? And for rarity, check out what Japanese classics has in stock. They aren't too far from me and they have some pretty rare JDM metal.
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bob and john
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 00:18 |
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ohhhh, i LOVE the dragster rr....white rims with red spoke nipples...*drroolll*
Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> AM3R shamefully returns
08/28/2015 at 00:23 |
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IIRC, they currently have a Cosmo...
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EL_ULY
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 00:24 |
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Look through Ebays non street legal car section for a good cheap track toys
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AM3R shamefully returns
> Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
08/28/2015 at 00:26 |
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I haven't checked in a few weeks (got some money burning a hole in my pocket.. Don't wanna spend it all just yet lol) but they did have one a few weeks back. Clean too, and price seemed nice.
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> AM3R shamefully returns
08/28/2015 at 00:29 |
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Just checked and its pending sale, at $14,995 thats not bad.
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AM3R shamefully returns
> Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
08/28/2015 at 00:32 |
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Just saw this in their inventory... WOW
http://www.japaneseclassicsllc.com/1989-nissan-18
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Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
> AM3R shamefully returns
08/28/2015 at 00:35 |
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I like this one better:
http://www.japaneseclassicsllc.com/1990-nissan-si
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AM3R shamefully returns
> Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies
08/28/2015 at 00:37 |
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I love the paint on that one, and the price is great considering the condition.. I wonder if it could be daily driven haha.
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CAR_IS_MI
> AM3R shamefully returns
08/28/2015 at 00:59 |
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Yes. If the make a vehicle in manual you can bet I will find it and buy it with a manual transmission. I waited and searched for 3 months to find this one when the 14s came out.
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CAR_IS_MI
> bob and john
08/28/2015 at 01:02 |
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its so very nice
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CAR_IS_MI
> EL_ULY
08/28/2015 at 01:04 |
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Or I could just buy this and daily it...
http://www.celebritycars.com/detail-2002-di
911e46z06
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 01:07 |
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I mean, yeah dude, if youre over the stuff youve got or just arent all that in love with it, mix it up. Just remember that the grass isnt always greener. I sometimes think about what I could buy if I liquidated my fleet, but I always come to the conclusion that I did it right the first time around.
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AM3R shamefully returns
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 01:14 |
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Haha great choice. Makes them even more fun. Now I have a huge desire to buy your jeep...
Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 01:20 |
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2 questions:
1) How do you afford all that?
2) How can I be you?
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CAR_IS_MI
> 911e46z06
08/28/2015 at 02:10 |
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I have automotive ADD. If I do switch this up, it will probably be switched again in a year or so.
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CAR_IS_MI
> AM3R shamefully returns
08/28/2015 at 02:11 |
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It may be for sale....
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CAR_IS_MI
> Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
08/28/2015 at 02:14 |
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1) Money.
2) I dont think its possible for two sentient beings to occupy one corporeal body...
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911e46z06
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 02:50 |
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Im similarly afflicted, but I pretty much just keep buying shit without selling anything off. Im at 11 cars and 7 boats last time I counted. Im getting an e9 here pretty soon, then Ill have to build a third garage. Im real bad with money.
Arben72
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 03:51 |
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That looks like a fun list. Personally Id go with something that can tow instead of a ranger (3/4 ton diesel would be perfect), so you can make the jeep more wild for jeep things, and the track car is just easier to switch slicks and pads at home. Plus if anything breaks, you can trailer it home pretty easily.
PetarVN, GLI Guy, now with stupid power
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 04:17 |
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if you get a TJ, check the suspension. a buddy of mine flipped his at 15 mph because a tie rod broke. otherwise youre good.
the merc is a big yes. great DD
for the track car, just mod and track the fiat. cheaper and cooler.
bikes Im not too knowledgeable about, but if you want a good DD bike, get a used R-series BMW bike.
sport bike? I say used ninja ZX10
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CAR_IS_MI
> PetarVN, GLI Guy, now with stupid power
08/28/2015 at 11:28 |
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Just mod and track the fiat.
Fiat is currently set up for auto-x, but you cant turn the fiat into a 400hp turbo track car...
I like the older BMW R80s, but old bikes have headaches, but with the Triumph I get an old looking bike with new parts.
ZX-no thanks. Ive ridden most of the Japanese bikes, not a big fan.
B_dol
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 11:48 |
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This is a game I play everyday, except I only have one car. You are afflicted and blessed. I really should pick up a DD, but I need a mixture of reliability and fun to drive (life is too short for boring cars)
WiscoProud
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 12:06 |
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That is all sorts of awesome.
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PetarVN, GLI Guy, now with stupid power
> CAR_IS_MI
08/28/2015 at 14:21 |
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exactly! low HP track car means you'll have to work harder! think of the joy it will bring you! :D
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CAR_IS_MI
> PetarVN, GLI Guy, now with stupid power
08/28/2015 at 15:13 |
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But it would also mean having to weld in a cage and essentially destroy any true value in it.
V12 Jake- Hittin' Switches
> CAR_IS_MI
09/02/2015 at 02:10 |
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2) C215 CL55 CL65 AMG
BigBlock440
> CAR_IS_MI
09/02/2015 at 07:48 |
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2) 2000 Ferrari 360 Modena
Status:
Parked (about to be for sale)
So.... Doug was right?
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CAR_IS_MI
> V12 Jake- Hittin' Switches
09/02/2015 at 09:50 |
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If I could find one at a decent price...
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CAR_IS_MI
> BigBlock440
09/02/2015 at 09:53 |
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No. Doug was still wrong. I still enjoy the car, but the seats are, well, lets put it this way, I would be more comfortable trying to drive in a bondage chair.
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V12 Jake- Hittin' Switches
> CAR_IS_MI
09/02/2015 at 10:33 |
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I suppose, good W220 S65s are still hovering around $30-40,000. I'd still go for a CL600 though, because V12