You have $7000, what do you buy?

"dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford" (dtg11) 06/02/2019 at 21:37 • Filed to: None

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A car that doesn’t cost $7000 for your time.

bob and john > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:41

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several motorcycles

speedyboi > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:45

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MR2 Spyder, as they are on the bottom of the depreciation curve and set to rise in the next 5-10 years.

gettingoldercarguy > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:45

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Nc Miata in need of TLC.

f86sabre > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:49

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Miata or see if Flavien can find me another Mini.

DutchieDC2R > bob and john 06/02/2019 at 21:49

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Im flabbergasted. 

For Sweden > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:51

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https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/d/pescadero-volvo-p1800-es/6886276305.html

bob and john > DutchieDC2R 06/02/2019 at 21:52

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refer to my last post....

Alfalfa > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:53

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Maybe this, and take the extra 1500 for different wheels

1986 Jeep Wagoneer Grand http://www.ksl.com/auto/listing/5394007

DutchieDC2R > bob and john 06/02/2019 at 21:53

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That was indeed what I was ref er ring to. :P

BlueMazda2 - Blesses the rains down in Africa, Purveyor of BMW Individual Arctic Metallic, Merci Twingo > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 21:56

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For the low price of $7000, you can buy this reliable and immaculate 2015 VW Passat TSI Limited with only 62k miles. No accidents or problems since new. Call now and I’ll throw in a copy of Toto IV on CD and a plush Twingo.

This offer does not apply in Greenville, SC. This product is not affiliated with JKM Enterprises, LLC.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > BlueMazda2 - Blesses the rains down in Africa, Purveyor of BMW Individual Arctic Metallic, Merci Twingo 06/02/2019 at 22:10

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Honestly that’s not a bad price, although the seller doesn’t seem to be the most honest, since it’s a VW so of course it has problems and I know it’s been in an accident

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > bob and john 06/02/2019 at 22:10

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Never would have guessed

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > For Sweden 06/02/2019 at 22:11

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Oooh I like it

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Alfalfa 06/02/2019 at 22:12

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With the market for those right now, that’s a NP

BlueMazda2 - Blesses the rains down in Africa, Purveyor of BMW Individual Arctic Metallic, Merci Twingo > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:12

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The car is located in South Florida.

What did you expect?

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > speedyboi 06/02/2019 at 22:14

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I forgot about those

BeaterGT > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:14

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Love a good Craigslist challenge.

1993 VW Corrado

Cleanish Bugeye WRX

1964 Chrysler Newport

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > BlueMazda2 - Blesses the rains down in Africa, Purveyor of BMW Individual Arctic Metallic, Merci Twingo 06/02/2019 at 22:15

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After reading some Florida CL ads, your description is more honest than most

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > BeaterGT 06/02/2019 at 22:17

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That Chrysler is magnificent 

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:20

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What is the purpose?

Depending on the use: Mk5 GTI, e46 330i, or a  Boxster

RacinBob > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:23

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An 06 or ‘07 Civic Si. Because a two liter that revs to 8000 rpm is made for someone who does not know what torque is.....

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle 06/02/2019 at 22:26

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An everything car. DD, road trip car, and fun car

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > RacinBob 06/02/2019 at 22:27

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Torque is one of the few requirements I have in my next car haha

BeaterGT > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:34

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I know, I want it. The single side mirror is interesting.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/02/2019 at 22:36

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C5 Corvette

SpeedSix > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 00:08

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You can pick up a good Volvo C30 for the price, although only the 2.5 T5 was offered in the U.S. (Canada also got the mechanically simpler 2.4 non-turbo I5).

ItalianJobR53 - now with added 'MERICA and unreliability > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 00:17

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1st gen Mini Cooper S JCW

LastFirstMI is my name > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 00:20

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Volvo C30 or ‘78-79 Bronco. Between those two you can meet every automotive need you might have. By you I mean me, and thank you now I’m trying to figure how I stuff these two into my already full garage...

Ssfancyfresh > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 00:34

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Mk1 Audi TT with money leftover to do the timing belt and maybe a cv boot or two 

FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com > gettingoldercarguy 06/03/2019 at 02:33

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I’ve been stalking NCs for a few months on CL and I think they’ve dropped to the point you can get one that doesn’t need any TLC at that price. I starting to see the rough ones for $5k or less and ‘06-08 models with 70-90k for $7k. Still costs a little more for a more recent one or in a desirable color like bright red. Here’s one asking $7500 that appears to be in great shape. I almost checked it out but I just can’t do silver:

https://albuquerque.craigslist.org/ctd/d/albuquerque-06-mazda-miata-5-speed/6891243030.html

FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 02:43

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If I had $7k for my only car it would be a TJ. Good parts availability and easy enough to work on. Fun because roof comes off. Works fine in all the seasons we have here. Can fit 4 people reasonably well. Hauls decent amount of crap with a hitch mounted basket or small trailer. Blends in since they so  common here.  Dents just give it character. Only downside is shit fuel economy but I live close to work so I could live with that. 

pip bip - choose Corrour > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 06:35

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cheap ute

RacinBob > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 07:55

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Then scratch a ‘07 Si.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > BeaterGT 06/03/2019 at 08:47

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It’s just so classy looking and sinister in black

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 08:48

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Probably the 330i then. Boxster isn’t going to cut it for a family of 3 and although hot hatches are great for what they are; a small RWD car is really where it’s at.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 06/03/2019 at 08:48

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I’m shocked

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > SpeedSix 06/03/2019 at 08:49

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I do love the C30. And are you Windy City Oppo?

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > LastFirstMI is my name 06/03/2019 at 08:50

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I love the specs on both those, the OJ Bronco look (but 12ish years older) and the red with those wheels looks amazing 

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > FTTOHG Has Moved to https://opposite-lock.com 06/03/2019 at 08:51

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Fuel economy smuel economy, who cares about the planet?

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 09:09

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Infiniti G35, Lexus GS 300, an impossible to find Acura TL Type-S, all them V6 big bois

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 09:13

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If you can negotiate the guy down to $7k then here’s this G35X with AWD for winter and it’s newer with Bluetooth and more. Clean title, looks clean, I don’t see why not: (btw i used my old zip code from when i lived up there so it might be a short ways off but should be worth any drive it may warrant)  https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventorylisting/viewDetailsFilterViewInventoryListing.action?sourceContext=carGurusHomePageModel&entitySelectingHelper.selectedEntity=d576&zip=60490#listing=240118587

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 06/03/2019 at 09:53

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GS350>GS300

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 06/03/2019 at 09:55

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Dang that’s low mileage and I love the 2nd gen G35/G37

Khalbali > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 10:05

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I’m looking at a 2011 regal turbo/manual right now for 7k, that m ight be my new DD.

Under_Score > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 10:06

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$1,000 above budget, but I think this would work for me.  https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/767405553/overview?aff=share_other

SpeedSix > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 11:45

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I’m in the Toronto, Canada area.

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Under_Score 06/03/2019 at 12:11

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At first I thought the price was a little high for a 2.5 Altima but then I saw the mileage. That’s a pretty good price for a very lightly used and mint car

ZHP Sparky, the 5th > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 13:06

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Absolutely second the idea for an E46 330i for your needs . $7k will get you a very nice one – perhaps even a ZHP. Prices are going up especially on the ZHPs, so this is a good time to get in while you can. TONS of DIY info out there as well and all the issues with these cars are very well documented. Was in your position last year and went this route myself.

Under_Score > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 13:37

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I was trying to find Altimas in that green color, and I was stunned. Push button start, an aux port, two automatic windows, and tan leather in perfect shape? And the vintage aspect of being 12 years old?

dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford > Under_Score 06/03/2019 at 14:17

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But is the leather heated? That’s the important question 

Under_Score > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/03/2019 at 22:38

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Yes sir. I’m so glad this isn’t a year from now, which is when I should be starting a full-time job. Otherwise, I’d really consider buying a mint condition Nissan Altima because it’s green. 

cberg > dtg11 - is probably on an adventure with Clifford 06/27/2019 at 22:32

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Another P1 Volvo most likely, C30 or FWD V50