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> What would be a good classic daily driver???, if such a thing exist
drewvw
post Apr 14 2006, 07:32 AM
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Volvo P1800S....if you want a unique classic that is absolutely bulletproof, go volvo!

inexpensive and easy/fun to work on
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post Apr 14 2006, 07:36 AM
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QUOTE(gregrobbins @ Apr 13 2006, 10:23 PM) *

Have you given any thougt to a Karman Gia. Something inside me keeps wanting to find a clean Gia Cabroilet and install a type iv motor for grins.

There are a whole range of VWs to consider, but the 1500 is pretty unsusal. Easy to get parts and cheap to get worked on.



Not a bad option either. I'd had my ghia for about 15 years and its been great. But, if you already have a 914 they aren't that far apart.
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post Apr 14 2006, 07:38 AM
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Daily driver, I just sold my daily driver, a very loud modified Ford F150 lightning this week.

Not getting a classic, but a current production P car, yippee, (hint) its a pepper under pressure, if you know what I mean. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

I am so stoked. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) I will start a thread when I get it home.
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post Apr 14 2006, 08:00 AM
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Anyone ever own / drive an opel GT? I've kicked around that idea for a while.
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post Apr 14 2006, 08:13 AM
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a 70-72 VW T-3 square back. throw some cheap snow tires on all 4 corners and it will work great in bad weather. enough room to haul a t-4 engine in the back too.

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post Apr 14 2006, 08:28 AM
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old mustang? can be very reliable and not too $$$

ghias are going up in price... but they are gorgeous cars...



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post Apr 14 2006, 08:28 AM
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I always liked Opel GTs, but never rode in one. Parts might be a concern?


what a great friday topic....classic car daily drivers. What else we got....anything british make the list? Does it have to have space?
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post Apr 14 2006, 08:39 AM
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QUOTE(rhodyguy @ Apr 14 2006, 10:13 AM) *

a 70-72 VW T-3 square back. throw some cheap snow tires on all 4 corners and it will work great in bad weather. enough room to haul a t-4 engine in the back too.

k



That's a good possibility, don't forget the 411/412 models, keep it in the TIV family.
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post Apr 14 2006, 08:54 AM
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this reminds me...i've got a lead on a 4-series non-wagon(i can never keep the 11, and 12 straight) w/a factory sunroof. need to call today. time to donate the 85 jetta to charity.

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post Apr 14 2006, 09:08 AM
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2002's are fuchin cool.



(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) install some snow sneakers...




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post Apr 14 2006, 09:54 AM
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If it's "safe" you want, you definitely need to forget the Mini. These things have zero crash protection. GoMini is a scam artist.

There's only one Citroen your Maserati mechanic could deal with, the SM, which is hugely complicated, and parts are hard to find and very expensive. A DS or ID would be a better choice. If you don't know how to spin wrenches yourself, though, these can get to be a problem. Very few people in the US know how to fix the complicated hydraulic systems on these cars.
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post Apr 14 2006, 10:13 AM
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I agree w/ the suggestion of a Saab 900 (pre-1993, i.e., not a Chevy). They''ve got a look that is like nothing else on the road and they handle great in the snow. The engines last forever - the only weak link is the tranny (pinion gear ?). But you can get a rebuilt one for under $1k, IIRC. And in general, Saab owners are little "differnt", a lot like 914 folks. Great online support/chat/etc. And one more huge factor in my book : the Bentley Manual kicks Haynes' (IMG:style_emoticons/default/bootyshake.gif)
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post Apr 14 2006, 10:23 AM
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My rainy day car is a Jetta GLi 16V 2.0. Recaro seats, BBS wheels, great suspension, runs really well. Tons of trunk space and room for 5 in a pinch AND its front wheel drive.
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post Apr 14 2006, 10:23 AM
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any AMC wagon


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post Apr 14 2006, 10:47 AM
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QUOTE(drewvw @ Apr 14 2006, 05:32 AM) *

Volvo P1800S....if you want a unique classic that is absolutely bulletproof, go volvo!

inexpensive and easy/fun to work on



One of my favorites. Hell, even Col. Samantha Carter on Stargate SG 1 drives one. If you need more room, the wagon version looks pretty sporty too.

I used to drive a 64 AH Sprite. Great driving Brit car, once you got it started! Cornered like a champ.
Identical in looks to the Midget.

Drew, has the Big Dig been completed yet? Spent some time out there while Bean Town was all torn up.
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post Apr 14 2006, 11:03 AM
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Best bang for the buck...Audi Quattro.

Always undervalued, yet a monster in the snow...
And you can ice race with it.

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post Apr 14 2006, 11:24 AM
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QUOTE(STL914 @ Apr 14 2006, 09:47 AM) *

QUOTE(drewvw @ Apr 14 2006, 05:32 AM) *

Volvo P1800S....if you want a unique classic that is absolutely bulletproof, go volvo!

inexpensive and easy/fun to work on



One of my favorites. Hell, even Col. Samantha Carter on Stargate SG 1 drives one. If you need more room, the wagon version looks pretty sporty too.

I used to drive a 64 AH Sprite. Great driving Brit car, once you got it started! Cornered like a champ.
Identical in looks to the Midget.

Drew, has the Big Dig been completed yet? Spent some time out there while Bean Town was all torn up.



I'm right with ya...love the mid 60's sprites. Very undervalued car...


The big dig is done in the sense that the tunnel is finished, as are many of the ramps...but they'll be working for years to come. They are already fixing some engineering "glitches". The public here is pretty fed up...the tunnel is great for traffic in the city, but it looks like total shiiite. A lot of skimming off the top on this project.
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post Apr 14 2006, 11:32 AM
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If you ARE in NY like your sig says and there is road salt on a long term basis....a Classic would be the last thing "I" would use on a daily driver during the winter months.....a Ricer front wheel drive beater with a stick would be my choice.

"My daily driver" is an 83 911 Cabriolet. When I bought it, it had 40K miles and now 85 and change.....I've upgraded the engine, trans, suspension and backdated the body panels to look like an early RS model. Before that was my 70, 914/6 with a 3.0......six years everyday to work.
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post Apr 14 2006, 11:38 AM
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QUOTE(Dead Air @ Apr 14 2006, 08:23 AM) *

any AMC wagon


Actualy I really like the AMC AMX Spirit. I'm kinda leaning towards a 510 or a 2002 though. 510 is probably gonna be cheaper to work on. This one is kinda sparked my interest (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

510 on Ebay

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post Apr 14 2006, 11:55 AM
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I have the perfect car for you.. both Front Wheel Drive, and Classic.. and Cheaper than a Mini..

1970 Honda 600 (as in 600cc vertical twin 2 stroke motorcyle engine-powered "runabout").



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