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> OT: Classic Family Car, Any suggestions on what to buy?
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post Mar 9 2017, 10:58 AM
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QUOTE(ConeDodger @ Mar 8 2017, 05:04 PM) *

Justin,
Do up a 1960's Chevy before they're all gone...


(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) Justin, plus ....

Well really any of the nicer 60's & early 70's GM, Ford/Merc/Lincoln, & Chrysler/et al cars, & some can be found with the optional front disc brakes (esp. late 60's>).

If it's a family car, then you could look at the 4 doors (4dr hardtops look like coupes without the B-pillar) & wagons & SUVs - since the convertibles & 2-dr coupes & any limited production hot model will be pretty high priced now. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving-girl.gif)

My 2nd car was Dad's old 69 Pontiac Ventura 4dr Hardtop with the front discs, 400cid with 2 bbl carb & AT - "The Boat."

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> Mine looked like this, but in dark green metallic with a lighter green Landau Top & same gold interior as this one (Mom loved Greer).

But be aware the the mpg is from the days of 25 cent a gallon gas, so even my Pontiac only got 7-10 mpg, which was why I got my 914 in 1975 & sold it - after the first oil crisis sent gas over a dollar a gallon!

There's also then the choice for later Euro & other foreign classics which opens up after 25 years - so maybe a nice Euro M535, etc.?? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

The searching is half the fun! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Good Luck! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Mar 9 2017, 11:10 AM
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This was my uncle's car- '65 ford Galaxy 500 - big V8 motor, car is all original and inside is mint since they never had kids, I remember riding in this when I was very little, Uncle Marv passed away a couple years ago at 97, he was the original owner and gave it to my mom who doesn't have room for it and wants it gone! so its coming to SC this summer!! great family cruiser but if I could choose I would pick one of those cool wagons from the 50's or early 60's.

good luck with your hunt!


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post Mar 9 2017, 11:21 AM
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I think the Mustang's are undervalued, especially the early 70s ones. I just worked a 65 Fastback into the collection.
It's amazing that once you step away from Porsches for a minute your money goes soooo much farther, it's like buying lunch in a 3rd world country.


So very true. In the 911 world a decent stock engine rebuild starts around $12-15K.

In other marques, you can buy a super nice car needing nothing for that kind of money! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Exact numbers I'm talking about. I paid $10,000 for the Stang and it cost me $3200 to get it fully operational. How far would $13,000 get me in Porsche land? Considering I spent $7000 on a Rudge wheel last week, not far.


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post Mar 9 2017, 12:32 PM
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Exact numbers I'm talking about. I paid $10,000 for the Stang and it cost me $3200 to get it fully operational. How far would $13,000 get me in Porsche land? Considering I spent $7000 on a Rudge wheel last week, not far.



Sometimes I look at how much money is flowing into my 911's and I feel like slapping myself. It's easy to get caught in a bubble where Porsche prices skew your perception of reality.

$7K for one old wheel or $7K for a low mileage Boxster?

Sometime I wonder what we're thinking? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol-2.gif)

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post Mar 9 2017, 01:08 PM
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Couple of off-the-wall ideas:

Alfa Romeo Giulia: Example of Reasonably Priced Giulia

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post Mar 9 2017, 01:46 PM
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post Mar 9 2017, 01:52 PM
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The limo must not be forgotten...
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post Mar 9 2017, 01:56 PM
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The limo shall live on!!!


But regarding the original post: Early 60s Lincoln Continental with the suicide doors. I've wanted one for years and I'm convinced they're about to spike in value.

My other dream is a 1946 Nash-my grandpa's old car.
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post Mar 9 2017, 06:09 PM
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But regarding the original post: Early 60s Lincoln Continental with the suicide doors. I've wanted one for years and I'm convinced they're about to spike in value.


About to?

They have been increasing in value for some time.
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post Mar 9 2017, 08:11 PM
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Trucks are better they haul everything, get a family Truck!


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How big of a family? An early Toyota Corolla would be cool. I always thought early Mercedes Station Wagons were cool.
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post Mar 9 2017, 09:17 PM
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The Ford Parklane reminds me a little of a Chevy Nomad.
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post Mar 9 2017, 09:58 PM
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post Mar 10 2017, 06:47 AM
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post Mar 10 2017, 08:22 AM
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If by family car you mean your family will be driving/riding in it, then safety should be considered. Doing a quick Google search on "safest vintage cars" brings up some lists. One of the first ones that come up is Top 10: Safest family classics from http://classics.honestjohn.co.uk. It's a UK site so many of the cars are only in that market, but one they mention is the Mercedes W124. Mercedes tends to be ahead of the curve on safety and you should be able to find a really nice one within your budget. It may not be officially a classic but it does come with classic Mercedes styling and German engineering.

Good luck with your search.

QUOTE(Justinp71 @ Mar 8 2017, 07:20 PM) *

Hello all,
I am thinking of buying a classic family car that is in good shape, less than $20k, will rise in value and is cheap to maintain (likely a chevy).

I know all you guys are car nuts and have other cars too (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif), I was thinking about a 1940 chevy... Anyone have any suggestions?
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Wow, thanks guys! I knew you'd have some great ideas. To answer some questions, its a family of 4 and it would just be an occasional weekend cruiser. We have an suv for the heavy lifting. Just something that looks cool and we could drive to a low-key carshow and would hold its value (or hopefully go up). I am very familiar with chevy's as I've had quite a few in the past. But down for anything that is simple and cheap.
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post Mar 10 2017, 01:22 PM
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I have an old chevy grocery getter... Four doors and a supercharger (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)



Wow, that is awesome!
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post Mar 10 2017, 01:40 PM
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The car that refuses to die. Mercedes-Benz 300 D Turbo

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post Mar 10 2017, 03:11 PM
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The car that refuses to die. Mercedes-Benz 300 D Turbo

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I remember trying to catch a Dino with my dad one time on the highway in a 240D, he was building a kit at the time and wanted to see a real one, needless to say we didn't catch it...
Just to make this more on topic, it's built on a 914.


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