$500- $1500* local Craigslist Challenge!!!

"EL_ULY" (uly) 12/07/2019 at 15:55 • Filed to: None

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* they will need shit obvs lol.

The rules are simple. What are some rides on your local Craigslist that make you think, “meh.... not too bad actually”. The lower the price and radder the car, the better!

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First up is the car above. Ad s ays it has only one real issue. Something with a transmission solenoid. How much could a new valve body cost really? Hell, even a used gearbox couldn’t be more than $600 and take 3 seconds to install. Not bad for a V8, RWD sedan. Sell the wheels and get some factory take offs. Add $10 00 for service/wear items and $3000- ish isn’t too bad for this bad boi. Flip it for $5500 is also an option afterwards.

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Everything looks good so far. Says everything runs fine. Ask $1k for it and spend $1000 on all service/ wear items and that is a neato DD . for $2k in good shape.

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Offer $1000 and hope the things it needs cost less than $2000. Aftermarket/used parts and lots of elbow grease is key here. Research, forums and YouTube DIY’s are your friend. Add another $1500 on service items, give it a good SVEND and BOOM! You have a fucking rad V12 Benzo for $4500 in good working order.

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GIB ULY TURBO WAGON NAOW! Offer this fooo $1000. The cheapo GM gearboxes on these take 3 seconds to install. Cat converters are cake too, junkyard or generics for cheap! I can knock out a t-belt/WP service and PCV box job in no time on these with my eyes blindfolded. $600 for the trans plus $1500 in service/wear items = Legendary safe tur bo w agon for less $32 00 ish. These fuckers can easily surpass 300k miles. Safety Turbo Wagon FTW!

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Says it needs PS pump and suspension. LOLOLOLOL EASY!!!! Flea Bay performance suspension 12 piece kit for $800. PS pump can be had for suuuper cheap, takes 3 seconds to install. About $150 for an aftermaket one with warranty. Add $1800 for every cooling system component (aftermarket but better) and service/wear items. All mega easy to do on their easiest engine to work on. In the end, you’ll have the solid BMW 3 series of my generation with even better handling and all in tip top shape for another 150k miles . All for around $3250 once complete.

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In good order in and out. I’ll take that for $1500. They are willing to take offers though so i’ll haggle to $1000. Add brakes and tires for $600 ish and we are ready to do another 200k miles all day!

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:02

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600$ for a vintage suzuki FA-50 moped! - https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/mcy/d/zeeland-suzuki-fa-50-moped/7025774414.html

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:10

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Boring but practical.

https://reading.craigslist.org/cto/d/witmer-2007-mercury-milan-premier/7032102573.html

EL_ULY > BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind 12/07/2019 at 16:16

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WOW! What a deal. Looks good!

EL_ULY > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles 12/07/2019 at 16:16

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RAAAAADDDD!!!!!!!!!!!

interstate366, now In The Industry > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:21

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Not a great car, but shockingly cheap for how new it is.

https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/colonial-beach-2012-chevrolet-cruze/7034139173.html

Conquest

https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/farmville-conquest-tsi-starion/7026273065.html

Cheap wagon

https://richmond.craigslist.org/cto/d/mechanicsville-2000-saturn-wagon-129k/7033897859.html

lone_liberal > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:22

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It’s not a candidate for a flip, or even to ever run again, but it’s interesting! A 1977 Dodge “ B300 Sportswagon Ambulance” van with a 440 and bonus body rot for $1200.

https://spokane.craigslist.org/ctd/d/spokane-1977-dodge-b300-sportswagon/7033741131.html

fintail > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:27

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Oh the cataracts on that W220, a little cleaning goes a long way.

First page only, nothing too rad, but maybe worthy for someone:

I always thought these first gen were honest vehicles, issues can probably be sorted by someone handy, and it’s a manual:

https://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/d/puyallup-1996-toyota-rav4/7034188161.html

Looks like a respectable car for the dough:

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/ctd/d/lynnwood-2002-toyota-avalon/7034142716.html

Grandma’s baby now somewhat rare:

https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/cto/d/marysville-car-1992-buick-riviera-fwd/7034096183.html

Easy repair and svending for style:

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/seattle-1996-mercedes-benz-s320/7033560427.html

Eternal:

https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/d/kirkland-1990-volvo-240-dl-original/7033445001.html

EL_ULY > lone_liberal 12/07/2019 at 16:29

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Damn! W hat an interesting vehicle! Anything to do with hospitals or medical stuff pre 1980 for some reason gives me the creeps. This is an exceptional find and what a deal lol :] 440 AWD is a rad bonus

EL_ULY > interstate366, now In The Industry 12/07/2019 at 16:30

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Cruze shouldn’t be too bad to fix. Solid DD for sure.

Conquest is begging for a YouTube restoration series.

Neato battle wagon! Legend of the time

JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:32

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Surprisingly little on the local ‘list in that price range right now...

1) Project Truck Fun(hell):

Needs work, but looks saveable.

2) Toyota 4x4 Wagon

Inspected through the worst of the winter! This is a very rare beater.

3) Somehing’s Almost Always Broken: Small 5spd Wagon Edition!

How many throttle bodies has it had? Does it need one right now? Do *any* of the electronics work? Who cares?! 5spd Saab Wagon!

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:32

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1200 for a decently clean  old ram!

https://grandrapids.craigslist.org/cto/d/ada-93-dodge-4x4-pickup/7034032817.html

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:33

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Obamanotbad.jpeg

https://kalispell.craigslist.org/cto/d/kalispell-1978-ford-f250-2wd/7031851640.html

Captain of the Enterprise > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:33

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The only decent candidate I could find in 15 minutes of searching.

https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/cto/d/livonia-honda-civic-lx-97k/7034041562.html

Jim Spanfeller > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:34

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Running, driving 1998 Saab 900 convertible for $685. https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/d/silver-spring-1998-saab-900-good-driver/7029786347.html Or a $500 Acura Integra RS:

https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/d/silver-spring-1994-acura-integra-rs/7018612992.html Or... don’t tell David Tracy... a manual 1987 Jeep Comanche for $500. 4 wheel drive and everything. Seller claims it just needs a new clutch and tires

https://frederick.craigslist.org/cto/d/woodsboro-1987-jeep-comanche/7034089052.html

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:35

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Track/Daily/Burn challenge - 1986 Dodge 600 convertible, 1986 Dodge diplomat, and a 1985 Mercedes 190E 2.3.

All automatic, all run and drive. The convertible has a bad roof motor, the diplomat is ugly, and the 190E has a cold start issue.

EL_ULY > Jim Spanfeller 12/07/2019 at 16:38

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Oh man. I'd be all over that Tegy. Hahaha look away David

EL_ULY > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles 12/07/2019 at 16:39

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Oh man! What an era in cars lol.  The 190 is properly radness! Keep Me. Regular away from the old Mopars

JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles 12/07/2019 at 16:41

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But did the ‘vert belong to John Voigt?

EL_ULY > fintail 12/07/2019 at 16:41

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ALL are absolute legends for pennies! I was just talking to my boss about old manual Rav4. Those Avalons are so grandma it hurts yet, not as grandma as the Buick. Holy cow that is a deal! The Benzo and Volvo are Jalop dream rides. Epic!

EL_ULY > JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t 12/07/2019 at 16:44

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Hhahah the SAAB seems like a pain but in an emo way where you like it lol. Toyota is legend but I fear it’s too much to get bad to solid shape. RamCharger needs to just be laid to rest peacefully. I love em, but man that one needs to RIP

EL_ULY > themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles 12/07/2019 at 16:45

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N oice! Left 100% original cosmetically with a newer Ram V8 would be absolutely mega!

EL_ULY > Captain of the Enterprise 12/07/2019 at 16:46

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Solid AF! Epic DD status

interstate366, now In The Industry > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:46

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My ex had a Cruze. She was fine with it, being not at all a car person. If my driveway weren’t full already I’d buy it, fix it over the winter,  flip it for $4-5k, and invest the profits into the Fiero.

EL_ULY > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 12/07/2019 at 16:46

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Wwooooow. That is nice! I wouldn't even haggle 

lone_liberal > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 16:54

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I wonder who exactly thought that their old ambulance really needed camo on it? 

LastFirstMI is my name > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 17:13

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https://spokane.craigslist.org/cto/d/spokane-65-dodge-dually-work-truck/7031697665.html

$1000

$50 for an updated tetanus booster

$12 for cans of Skoal and Bud Light

$12 for a Mullet trim. Enjoy!

Or even better:

$10k on a mechanical and electrical refresh, throw on a camper with a BBQ grill and have the ultimate camping/towing/tailgating rig! Bonus points for building a matching-patina trailer...

promoted by the color red > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 17:33

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W124 E Class: current tags is a big plus, as it means current rego.

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/sfv/cto/d/simi-valley-1990-mercedes-benz/7034248604.html

289k mile Civic but with a ton of work done:

https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/cto/d/redondo-beach-1990-honda-civic/7033169284.html

3point8isgreat > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 17:53

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That transmission on that charge probably isn’t too bad. I had to replace the input speed sensor on my magnum, which should be the same trans, and it was pretty straight forward even for my first time ever opening a transmission. Was a little annoying fitting the valve body back on, but overall not bad.

fhrblig > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 17:55

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Couple interesting ones here...

$650 - 1999 Passat GLS

Says it overheats, might be water pump. I think it’s interesting because I once had an older Passat that kept overheating and it was just the thermostat. Hmmm... LINK

Next we have something some Oppo s might drool over...

$999 - 2001.5 Nissan Pathfinder V6

MANUAL! Ad says it starts but won’t stay running, might be ECM or idle control valve. LINKY

$1000 - 2005 Volvo S80

I wouldn’t include one with so few details but it looks like the outside is in amazing condition. It’s intriguing. LINK

Or, how’s about another Swedish meatball?

$1200 - 1989 Volvo 244DL Wagon

Why yes, it IS a manual. Ad says it sometimes just quits, and they don’t know why. Front seats are a disaster and there’s some rust. LINK

Here’s my favorite, though.

$1300 - 1991 Lincoln Town Car

I LOVE the interior. They say nothing’s wrong with it other than some scratches and dings. I wish I could spare the cash, but if I bought this my husband would murder me. LINK

Captain of the Enterprise > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 18:09

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That’s what I was looking for!

pip bip - choose Corrour > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 18:15

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11 listings on local CL

CL is garbage here, Gumtree is the go along with FB marketplace and trading post.com.au

RacinBob > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 18:54

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2004 Volvo XC90 T6 2.9L, 4x4/AWD, Champagne,7 passengers, Heated seats, Leather interior.
Clean title,good power and speed.
Location: Rochester
Mileage: 168,745 miles
Gas Mileage: 14 MPG City
21 MPG Highway
Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive
Check engine light is on, Has some minor rust and a few scratches, Car still runs good.

Moving, really a pity that we can’t take this reliable friend with us.

Asking $ 1,500 (price is negotiable), Cash or check
Please text show contact info

https://rmn.craigslist.org/cto/d/rochester-2004-volvo-xc90/7033765147.html

facw > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 19:22

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So from the past week:

1999 SAAB 93 Hatchback $1500 (Methuen)

I’m a bit suspicious about what maintenance has been skipped by someone who says they can’t afford insurance, but seems like a decent price for a clean Swede.

Scorpion GT kit car $1200 (Middleboro)

Ok so it doesn’t have an engine (how much can a Beetle engine cost?) and that fiberglass needs some help, and yeah it has no doors, but still kind of cool IMO.

Classic Auto for Sale $1000 (Norwood)

Actually this is pretty temping... though I don’t think it makes sense for me to get a second car, though this would be a good option.

SmugAardvark > EL_ULY 12/07/2019 at 21:03

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Here’s what I found.

1972 Porsche 914 . Rough, but they’re getting tough to find. $1,100.

1996 BMW 540i . Runs and passed smog. $1,100.

1989 Mercedes 560 SEL . Clean it up and roll right into Radwood. $995.

2000 Audi TT . 1.8T w/ a manual. High miles, but could be fun. $1,500.

Funktheduck > EL_ULY 12/08/2019 at 10:47

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There is nothing within 60 miles of me listed for $1500 or less. The closest I found was $1800 for a mazda 6