Oddball cars for sale (CL, eBay and the like) (cont'd) [Archive] - Page 4 (2024)

Skip Cannon

10th January 2022, 23:04

Like a Mustang.

https://static.cargurus.com/images/site/2008/03/20/14/22/1964_ford_mustang-pic-29830-1600x1200.jpeg

The Mustang is both a 2 door coupe and a 2 door hard top.

BetweenMiatas

10th January 2022, 23:58

https://images.craigslist.org/00H0H_axQnmolEs70z_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

Not used in 14 years. :sad:

https://baltimore.craigslist.org/cto/d/windsor-mill-1981-camaro-z28-57-cowl/7430119609.html

MX5/XJ6

11th January 2022, 00:52

Baltimore!?!!

How many city's List of Craig are you monitoring at any given time?

cjdnorth

11th January 2022, 04:16

maarp

11th January 2022, 08:29

Baltimore!?!!

How many city's List of Craig are you monitoring at any given time?

All of them.

maarp

11th January 2022, 09:48

Elvis' Cadillac is for sale: 1975 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM (https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/auctions/1975-cadillac-fleetwood-brougham-ex-elvis-presley-nk7DNn)

https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AASxDNd.img?w=700&q=60&f=jpg

It’s nice when a car has a bit of history, something that you can lose yourself to as you consume every bit of information available. Cars from Cadillac certainly fall into this category. They were an American benchmark for quality, for luxury, and for sheer finesse. They weren’t fast, they didn’t really know what to do when confronted with a corner, and they were not in any way, shape or form, frugal.

With documentation to prove, this Caddy was bought by Elvis himself September 26th, 1974 from Madison Cadillac Inc, via salesperson. A. E. Hooker. With optional extras of five Vogue tires [sic], a ‘full cap’, bonnet mounted ‘Goddess’ and a sunroof, it came in at $12,512. Bargain. Elvis would go on to use is for a short while, before gifting the car to his doctor in 1976.

MX5/XJ6

11th January 2022, 10:44

Elvis' Cadillac is for sale: 1975 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM (https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/auctions/1975-cadillac-fleetwood-brougham-ex-elvis-presley-nk7DNn)

https://img-s-msn-com.akamaized.net/tenant/amp/entityid/AASxDNd.img?w=700&q=60&f=jpg

Wow that writeup sure sells it hard!

Translation- "It's pretty trashed but you wouldn't want it any other way" :rofl:

BetweenMiatas

11th January 2022, 10:47

Baltimore!?!!

How many city's List of Craig are you monitoring at any given time?

I just do a google search of Craigslist cars & trucks by owner and use the keyword "original" sometimes. Occasionally you find something interesting.

MX5/XJ6

11th January 2022, 10:51

I just do a google search of Craigslist cars & trucks by owner and use the keyword "original" sometimes. Occasionally you find something interesting.

:thumbs:

Original Owner :cool:

Original Paint :cool:

Original Oil :eek:

maarp

11th January 2022, 10:54

Wow that writeup sure sells it hard!

Translation- "It's pretty trashed but you wouldn't want it any other way" :rofl:

But did you check out that "grandma's sofa" upholstery? :D

monkeylizard

11th January 2022, 16:41

Wow that writeup sure sells it hard!

Translation- "It's pretty trashed but you wouldn't want it any other way" :rofl:

Also this:

***Buyers should note this car is in Sweden, although the seller will help with transport/logistics where possible***

MX5/XJ6

11th January 2022, 17:17

But did you check out that "grandma's sofa" upholstery? :D

Looked more like Aunt Sissy's living room furniture in Farmington, MO where every Easter was spent for the first 20 years of my life. :cool:

firstgenerationmiata

11th January 2022, 19:10

Wow that writeup sure sells it hard!

Translation- "It's pretty trashed but you wouldn't want it any other way" :rofl:

Wow no kidding. What a ridiculous used car salesman type write-up. I wouldn't buy a car from someone like that even if I wanted the vehicle. just can't deal with people like that who are so cheesy/crooked.

BetweenMiatas

11th January 2022, 19:59

Add nitrous.

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/1VEAAOSwKD5h2yAC/s-l1600.jpg

I wanna know this car's story. :)

RADOne

11th January 2022, 20:51

baritone mike

11th January 2022, 22:01

One owner 87k mile 95M Edition on BAT

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1995-mazda-mx-5-miata-m-edition/

BetweenMiatas

11th January 2022, 22:22

Oh DM, you have to tell us more! I can't tell what the heck it is. Where did you get the picture?

Oh! Forgot the link. Here you go:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/393859172313

MX5/XJ6

12th January 2022, 10:32

Oh! Forgot the link. Here you go:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/393859172313

"1972 Citroen (sm special Maserati). In good condition hydrolic suspension and center line steering. "

Who wouldn't feel comfortable dropping 20 Grand with a thorough description like that !?!

BetweenMiatas

12th January 2022, 11:23

"1972 Citroen (sm special Maserati). In good condition hydrolic suspension and center line steering. "

Who wouldn't feel comfortable dropping 20 Grand with a thorough description like that !?!

Right?!

I asked for more information.

:p

My suspicious is that it's about a $3000 car, as it sits.

maarp

12th January 2022, 11:41

My suspicious is that it's about a $3000 car, as it sits.

Tires must be really good then.

ClutchTwice

12th January 2022, 11:43

Tires must be really good then.

I was thinking there was $2,500 in the trunk.

BetweenMiatas

12th January 2022, 14:33

I was thinking there was $2,500 in the trunk.

How much is a used NOS bottle with an undetermined amount left in it worth?

baritone mike

12th January 2022, 16:38

How much is a used NOS bottle with an undetermined amount left in it worth?

A new 10lb bottle empty is $300

jim dreiling

12th January 2022, 17:33

"1972 Citroen (sm special Maserati). In good condition hydrolic suspension and center line steering. "

Who wouldn't feel comfortable dropping 20 Grand with a thorough description like that !?!

If that's "Good Condition" I'd hate to see their idea of poor condition.

Orangello

12th January 2022, 18:32

Oh! Forgot the link. Here you go:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/393859172313

The second picture of the front makes me think of the Interceptor Mad Max had with the plexi over the headlights and such.

One owner 87k mile 95M Edition on BAT

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1995-mazda-mx-5-miata-m-edition/
I wish i had the cash, but i don't. The video clip was nice.

BetweenMiatas

12th January 2022, 22:14

If that's "Good Condition" I'd hate to see their idea of poor condition.

https://pacificwrecks.com/people/restore/diemert/index.html

^Bob Diemert is apparently the guy who built it, after an engine fire. He seems like an interesting dude.

maarp

13th January 2022, 15:21

Deal! (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/owen-sound/deal-1967-gmc-910-2003-mini-cooper-1974-satellite/1601702125)

This guy must be cleaning out his barn. :D

Deal! 1967 GMC 1/2 Pickup 6 cyl standard, older restoration starts, runs. ATV/UTV Yamaha clone 500 cc side by side, only 289 kms like new, 2003 Austin Mini Cooper, good shape, 1974 Satellite being restored. Antique Santa sled. All for sale or trade + Best Offers. May look at trade for new hardwood floors for my house 2600 sq. ft., finish my attic or rebuild my driveshed, electrical, concrete, spray foam, some or all. Like to deal.

baritone mike

14th January 2022, 16:33

Elvis' Cadillac is for sale: 1975 CADILLAC FLEETWOOD BROUGHAM (https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/auctions/1975-cadillac-fleetwood-brougham-ex-elvis-presley-nk7DNn)

35,000 euros and the reserve still not met.

MX5/XJ6

18th January 2022, 11:04

Oh now this I like- a new Tahoe rebuilt as a vintage 2 door K-Blazer, check out the 'in process' pics to get an idea just how much work went into this--

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2018-chevrolet-k5-tahoe/

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/2018_chevrolet_k5-tahoe_0CE72B2A-259C-4420-BC4B-89CDC4BC580C-1.jpeg?fit=1884%2C1256

maarp

18th January 2022, 11:12

MX5/XJ6

18th January 2022, 11:36

Rodan

18th January 2022, 11:39

^ $120K with three days to go. Hoo-boy.

I remember seeing pics of these when the conversion nose first came out, and there's something that's off about the proportions. Note that the auction doesn't have a single picture that isn't distorted by the camera lens, and no straight on shots of the side.

Here's the only straight side shot I could find, on a 4 door version:

https://www.carscoops.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/2021-Chevrolet-K5-Blazer-Conversion-21.jpg

MX5/XJ6

18th January 2022, 11:44

cjdnorth

19th January 2022, 04:46

Fairlane Ranchero

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=372377&stc=1&d=1642581956

http://davidsclassiccars.com/ford/535000-stunning-63039-fairlane-ranchero-factory-ac-power-steering-amp-brakes.html

rloewy

19th January 2022, 10:37

1988 Toyota Corolla GT-S - $6,200 (Escondido)

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/d/escondido-1988-toyota-corolla-gt/7433371151.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_iLm4WBtg8WEz_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg

maarp

19th January 2022, 10:52

^ I always liked those. Such a clean design. :cool:

Other than the steering wheel, I would never have guessed that's a 300K car.

MX5/XJ6

19th January 2022, 11:03

ClutchTwice

19th January 2022, 11:04

My buddy had a red one back in the day, same wheels. I prefer the RWD version (which I had).

My sister had one back in the day. Fun car. Too bad the fwd successor was better looking but drove worse.

MX5/XJ6

19th January 2022, 11:06

^ I always liked those. Such a clean design. :cool:

Other than the steering wheel, I would never have guessed that's a 300K car.

They hold up well. I would think that steering wheel could be re-dyed to look a lot better.

BetweenMiatas

19th January 2022, 12:41

Fiero convertible: https://eastnc.craigslist.org/cto/d/kinston-pontiac-fiero-convertible/7430748387.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01414_7L9gUnNu1uMz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

I think this is pretty neat.

BetweenMiatas

19th January 2022, 12:45

1988 Toyota Corolla GT-S - $6,200 (Escondido)

Wow! That is in super clean condition for the age and mileage.

MX5/XJ6

19th January 2022, 12:55

BetweenMiatas

19th January 2022, 13:21

That Fiero looks great but it's sad they made it look like a V6 but left the 4 cyl in it :(

Surely I could find somebody to put a supercharged 3800 in there...

o1marc

19th January 2022, 14:19

Surely I could find somebody to put a supercharged 3800 in there...

Northstar V-8 and supercharged 3.8 L swaps were quite common in the Fiero

maarp

19th January 2022, 16:08

1989 Porsche 911 Cabriolet (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/1989-porsche-911-cabriolet/1602378604) $94,000

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/IlcAAOSwd1Bh5v3n/s-l640.webp

Yeah, yeah, air-cooled Beetle, yadda, yadda. I want to know what the blue car is in behind.

MX5/XJ6

19th January 2022, 16:26

Yeah, yeah, air-cooled Beetle, yadda, yadda. I want to know what the blue car is in behind.

Lancia ??

MX5/XJ6

19th January 2022, 16:27

Northstar V-8 and supercharged 3.8 L swaps were quite common in the Fiero

Chevy 350's.....Quad-4's.....3400 V6's....Caddy 4.9's.......I could go on, but I think a 3800 S/C would be the sweet spot.

Enthuz

19th January 2022, 19:50

1989 Porsche 911 Cabriolet (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/1989-porsche-911-cabriolet/1602378604) $94,000

Yeah, yeah, air-cooled Beetle, yadda, yadda. I want to know what the blue car is in behind.

Looks like a Porsche 356 B or C.

BetweenMiatas

19th January 2022, 22:13

https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t45.5328-4/271828991_4769538289799758_1397259208886179233_n.j pg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=c48759&_nc_ohc=Bqt5XZKqQpYAX8rsWqJ&_nc_oc=AQm0HIwmU2oFXwQwPisXwQbv60asj4V0hQVuMDTJVIs rOL5MYm5u33BBqp_VUeMoqLc&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-1.xx&oh=00_AT9XiL0YnOAOsYe6D_3qjbXc7KzeZJ5JtAFzNdyjoGQX Sg&oe=61EE1EEE

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4859868144096936/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_top_picks&referral_story_type=top_picks

ClutchTwice

19th January 2022, 22:23

https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t45.5328-4/271828991_4769538289799758_1397259208886179233_n.j pg?_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-5&_nc_sid=c48759&_nc_ohc=Bqt5XZKqQpYAX8rsWqJ&_nc_oc=AQm0HIwmU2oFXwQwPisXwQbv60asj4V0hQVuMDTJVIs rOL5MYm5u33BBqp_VUeMoqLc&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-1.xx&oh=00_AT9XiL0YnOAOsYe6D_3qjbXc7KzeZJ5JtAFzNdyjoGQX Sg&oe=61EE1EEE

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/4859868144096936/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_top_picks&referral_story_type=top_picks
With that rear wing, I bet it gets mistaken for a Countach a lot.

BetweenMiatas

19th January 2022, 22:26

firstgenerationmiata

20th January 2022, 06:33

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 10:29

Slightly oddball, for the US, to see a modern MG for sale:

https://www.bestcarfinder.com/sale-by-owner/austin-tx/mg-94640105.html

An opportunity to see how this compares, back to back against a Miata of the same age. Fair to say the two cars have a different character (and both have a character).

Skip Cannon

20th January 2022, 11:30

BetweenMiatas

20th January 2022, 11:32

If that was a LHD MGF I would be interested at that price and low miles. Is that car RWD of FWD?

RWD

MX5/XJ6

20th January 2022, 11:42

If that was a LHD MGF I would be interested at that price and low miles. Is that car RWD of FWD?

Looks like one of those aggregator sites where the car in question sold 3 years ago......

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 11:54

If that was a LHD MGF I would be interested at that price and low miles. Is that car RWD of FWD?

You'll be able to import a German spec car I dare say for that sort of money easy. UK prices for mint MGFs of that age would be about £2000-3000 retail. Trade, private and auction prices will be a lot lower. I've seen project cars (usually needing HG) go for a few hundred. Probably a lot of markup by that importer.

Mid-engined. Like Mazda, MG put together FR, FF and MR prototypes. MR offered significant assembly advantages. Radiator is at the front, so the coolant lines between front and reat have to be checked. The K-series is a lean burn design; very efficient, but can suffer rapid HGF if there is coolant loss.

At the end, MG was working on fitting these with the KV6 used in Freelanders.

BetweenMiatas

20th January 2022, 11:57

Looks like one of those aggregator sites where the car in question sold 3 years ago......

I don't see it on the dealership Web site, but they do still have this tasty little number:

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0278/4519/7935/products/IMG_5966_1728x.jpg?v=1631214116

It's even LHD.

MX5/XJ6

20th January 2022, 11:59

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 15:36

The Barchetta was a pretty car, and was on one of those Holy Land Top Gear episodes (Hammonds choice, it was the only one to really survive, which was a huge surprise to all). It was FWD, based on the Punto platform, so shares some bits with the Fiat Panda and ultimately the Fiat 500. Not particularly sporty. Zero motorsport.

Another Japanese import I see. The factory didn't build any RHD versions, even for the UK market, but some were converted.

If a Fiat from that era, it would be the Fiat Coupe Turbo. Instant classic, and a delicious engine,

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 16:41

https://www.austinjdm.com/collections/jdms-for-sale/products/1992-nissan-ad-wagon-1-5-slx

Why would anyone buy this?? For the Nardi Classico?

baritone mike

20th January 2022, 16:50

I was going to suggest drift build with an SR20 swap but it is wrong wheel drive.

With only 16k miles on it someone who collects low mileage cars will buy it, it would probably be the only one of its kind at any cars and coffee.

turborascal

20th January 2022, 18:55

Slightly oddball, for the US, to see a modern MG for sale:

https://www.bestcarfinder.com/sale-by-owner/austin-tx/mg-94640105.html

An opportunity to see how this compares, back to back against a Miata of the same age. Fair to say the two cars have a different character (and both have a character).

Wow ... this car is located less than 10 miles from my house!

If the temperature hadn't dropped so far and we didn't have many Texas drivers who don't do well in light icing conditions; I'd head over and look at it.

When the temperature increases and roads are clear, I'll have to check it out.

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 19:01

RHD Jeep

http://www.texasjdm.com/inventory/1996-jeep-cherokee-4x4-suv-factory-rhd/

It not even nice condition. One born every minute.

This dealer seems to have cornered the market in buying rhd cars that are commonly available in LHD in the States

Rodan

20th January 2022, 19:06

RHD Jeep

http://www.texasjdm.com/inventory/1996-jeep-cherokee-4x4-suv-factory-rhd/

It not even nice condition. One born every minute.

This dealer seems to have cornered the market in buying rhd cars that are commonly available in LHD in the States

Kinda like this Legacy wagon... :thumbs:

https://i0.wp.com/www.texasjdm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_7142.jpg

http://www.texasjdm.com/inventory/1996-subaru-legacy-gt-awd-passenger-station-wagon-rhd/

Orangello

20th January 2022, 19:08

"Texas Postal Cars"

That explains the RHD dealio, rural route drivers. One of the locals had a RHD mini-minivan in BRIGHT yellow for safety (not sure of the brand, some kei).

BetweenMiatas

20th January 2022, 19:26

Wow ... this car is located less than 10 miles from my house!

If the temperature hadn't dropped so far and we didn't have many Texas drivers who don't do well in light icing conditions; I'd head over and look at it.

When the temperature increases and roads are clear, I'll have to check it out.

It's gone, but that little Fiat I posted above seems to be currently available.

eunosfan

20th January 2022, 20:32

Kinda like this Legacy wagon... :thumbs:

https://i0.wp.com/www.texasjdm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_7142.jpg

http://www.texasjdm.com/inventory/1996-subaru-legacy-gt-awd-passenger-station-wagon-rhd/

That's a Legacy GT-B. Quite a lot of difference from the US spec Legacy GT. It had the upgraded struts, diff, BBS forged wheels and the 250hp twin turbo boxer. The US GT had none of that. So I get why that was imported. Though that ad reveals that importer is one of the bottom feeders that plagued the UK when imports went crazy 20 years ago (shifty types, who disappear as soon as the exchange rates go south). Low grade crap, with body damage.

Lunatic pricing for another MGF, this time in Wisconsin. Seems there will be a few of these dotted around the US soon.

http://www.jdmautoimports.com/1996-mg-f-mid-engine-vvc-5-speed-rhd-for-sale-usa.html

Skip Cannon

21st January 2022, 00:14

How about a jet powered Fiero?

Asking price is only $125k negotiable.

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/pontiac/fiero/2535932.html

https://image.hmn.com/U0jQN0-l_AWWrui5XwtOplkZPUA=/900x0/uimage/83791829.jpg

baritone mike

21st January 2022, 00:48

Life imitating art or art imitating life?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GcRI4TXwpc

Mike_

21st January 2022, 06:40

How about a jet powered Fiero?

Asking price is only $125k negotiable.

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/pontiac/fiero/2535932.html

https://image.hmn.com/U0jQN0-l_AWWrui5XwtOplkZPUA=/900x0/uimage/83791829.jpg

"While it needs some work, it doesn’t appear to be major. The symptoms point toward an oil seal that is allowing high pressure air from the compressor to enter the lube system. "

If it was minor, he would have fixed it (if you believe everything else he says).

That said, the sound of a turbine puts any ICE to shame. I spent a fair bit of time in Bell 206 JetRangers and the sound never got old.

maarp

21st January 2022, 12:14

1963 SPLIT WINDOW CORVETTE (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/1963-split-window-corvette/1602608558)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/BGsAAOSw305h6a4f/s-l640.webp

Converted to Super Gas and driven by Jeff Hefler
Set World Records & won numerous NHRA / IHRA championships
Car has tremendous providence
Including the NHRA 1994 Houston Super Gas winners circle (have national dragster article to go with car).
Completely street legal
Fun car on the street or strip

MX5/XJ6

21st January 2022, 13:42

How about a jet powered Fiero?

Asking price is only $125k negotiable.

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/pontiac/fiero/2535932.html

https://image.hmn.com/U0jQN0-l_AWWrui5XwtOplkZPUA=/900x0/uimage/83791829.jpg

I'm pleased the price is negotiable because I'm out above $100k.

I really just need it for running down the driveway to get the mail.

maarp

21st January 2022, 13:50

I'm pleased the price is negotiable because I'm out above $100k.

I really just need it for running down the driveway to get the mail.

Put in in reverse, and the mail will come to you.

maarp

21st January 2022, 14:10

This should count as oddball, right? Only 53 were made.

https://www.topgear.com/sites/default/files/2022/01/1991-Jaguar-XJR-15-_0.jpg?w=1784&h=1004

Oh good grief, someone’s actually selling an XJR-15 (https://www.topgear.com/car-news/retro/oh-good-grief-someones-actually-selling-xjr-15)

MX5/XJ6

21st January 2022, 14:26

Put in in reverse, and the mail will come to you.

But I didn't order my mail Extra Crispy.....

MX5/XJ6

21st January 2022, 14:28

This should count as oddball, right? Only 53 were made.

https://www.topgear.com/sites/default/files/2022/01/1991-Jaguar-XJR-15-_0.jpg?w=1784&h=1004

Oh good grief, someone’s actually selling an XJR-15 (https://www.topgear.com/car-news/retro/oh-good-grief-someones-actually-selling-xjr-15)

Hardly - saw 3 on the way to work today and it's the dead of winter :p

maarp

21st January 2022, 14:30

Hardly - saw 3 on the way to work today and it's the dead of winter :p

That still leaves 49 unaccounted for.

MX5/XJ6

21st January 2022, 14:34

:rofl:

:thumbs:

Orangello

21st January 2022, 19:07

This should count as oddball, right? Only 53 were made.

https://www.topgear.com/sites/default/files/2022/01/1991-Jaguar-XJR-15-_0.jpg?w=1784&h=1004

Oh good grief, someone’s actually selling an XJR-15 (https://www.topgear.com/car-news/retro/oh-good-grief-someones-actually-selling-xjr-15)

I bet the tow charges on that thing are outrageous! :p

BetweenMiatas

21st January 2022, 19:37

cjdnorth

25th January 2022, 03:47

"Very original"

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=372688&stc=1&d=1643096665

https://www.team-bhp.com/forum/vintage-cars-classics-india/26996-classic-cars-available-purchase-218.html

Bill_Rockoff

25th January 2022, 09:01

How about Michael Schumacher's old AMG C-class wagon?

https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/27526/lot/208/?category=list&length=152&page=1

A few years ago, we saw Dave Rawlings Machine in concert. This is what Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings call themselves when they play their louder more-band-oriented Americana music; they call themselves "Gillian Welch" when they play their folkier more-acoustic music. Dave Rawlings Machine had John Paul Jones, formerly of Led Zeppelin, playing mandolin on stage with them. At one point, when Rawlings was really bending the strings during a particularly raucous song, I wondered to myself if Rawlings ever thought to himself, ironically, "YEAH old man, lookit me go! Bet you've never seen it done like THIS before!" while he was jamming out next to one of Jimmy Page's former band-mates.

That's about how I would feel driving an ex-Schumacher street car.

maarp

25th January 2022, 10:19

What's with the apple juice can? :confused:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/VkAAAOSwRGVh73hR/s-l640.webp

1980 Mercury Grand Marquis 20,000 orig miles (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/owen-sound/1980-mercury-grand-marquis-20-000-orig-miles-35-000km/1603164644)

rloewy

25th January 2022, 10:47

1965 Land Rover series 2a - $55,000 (San diego)

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/cto/d/san-ysidro-1965-land-rover-series-2a/7437297770.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00g0g_cFkkFwUDfBsz_0t20CI_1200x900.jpg

That's a sh*t-ton of money for a tractor, but it is a pretty tractor.

MX5/XJ6

25th January 2022, 10:49

What's with the apple juice can? :confused:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/VkAAAOSwRGVh73hR/s-l640.webp

1980 Mercury Grand Marquis 20,000 orig miles (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/owen-sound/1980-mercury-grand-marquis-20-000-orig-miles-35-000km/1603164644)

Vacuum something something?

Cruise control related?

That car brings back memories...... my very first girlfriend lived 3 houses up from us, and in the early 80s her Dad got a new company car that looked just like that. Black & Silver 2-tone with the turbine alloy wheels. Our cars at the time were a copper Zephyr wagon and a brown LeMans sedan. Yechh. To 10 year old me that Mercury was about the slickest thing I'd ever seen. I doubt a Rolls Royce would have impressed me much more.

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/k0kAAOSwOyZh73hO/s-l640.webp

As for my young love, well that did not work out as planned considering she is on her 2nd wife now. :O :p

maarp

25th January 2022, 10:56

As for my young love, well that did not work out as planned considering she is on her 2nd wife now. :O :p

After you, she changed teams?

MX5/XJ6

25th January 2022, 11:53

After you, she changed teams?

Indeed. And my sister has done it to guys. :rofl:

Kirill

25th January 2022, 14:23

That still leaves 49 unaccounted for.

These were cannibalized for parts to keep the 3 daily drivers on the road. :D

BetweenMiatas

25th January 2022, 14:38

Indeed. And my sister has done it to guys. :rofl:

I had a friend whose wife changed teams while he was off on an elk-hunting trip.

I guess she figured a woman would never go elk hunting.

rloewy

25th January 2022, 14:42

I guess she figured a woman would never go elk hunting.

Because women would never settle for something smaller than a moose?

BetweenMiatas

25th January 2022, 15:16

Because women would never settle for something smaller than a moose?

Oh, we settle all the time.

maarp

25th January 2022, 15:19

Oh, we settle all the time.

Oh, my heart bleeds... :cry:

MX5/XJ6

25th January 2022, 16:44

Oh, we settle all the time.

Thankfully.

MX5/XJ6

25th January 2022, 16:45

I had a friend whose wife changed teams while he was off on an elk-hunting trip.

I guess she figured a woman would never go elk hunting.

I have been under the impression that the wimminfolk kinda LIKE it when we wander off and they have the house to themself.

Yes?

No?

BetweenMiatas

25th January 2022, 17:50

I have been under the impression that the wimminfolk kinda LIKE it when we wander off and they have the house to themself.

Yes?

No?

Sometimes. :)

maarp

26th January 2022, 16:34

Old Dale said about the MC back in the day "You cain't polish a turd." Mayhap you can.

2002 Monte Carlo Dale Earnhardt Signature Edition (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/2002-monte-carlo-dale-earnhardt-signature-edition/1603280235)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/rZUAAOSwWaFh8MaA/s-l640.webp

MX5/XJ6

26th January 2022, 17:27

Wish it was a Supercharged example.

There were even a few with 5.3L V8 which was quite a trick.....

monkeylizard

28th January 2022, 10:38

Who thought this was a good idea?

'33 Ford Built on Turbo PT Cruiser Convertible

https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/d/collegedale-33-ford-built-on-turbo-pt/7430276976.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01313_bPTxxLXPNIbz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg https://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_iHSv1xI5kvBz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

ejv8s10

28th January 2022, 11:35

Who thought this was a good idea?

'33 Ford Built on Turbo PT Cruiser Convertible

It is just a bolt on fender, hood and grill on the stock car.
And yes it is horrible.

Ken2029

28th January 2022, 11:51

What's with the apple juice can? :confused:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/VkAAAOSwRGVh73hR/s-l640.webp

1980 Mercury Grand Marquis 20,000 orig miles (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/owen-sound/1980-mercury-grand-marquis-20-000-orig-miles-35-000km/1603164644)

I believe it's a vacuum reservoir.

MX5/XJ6

28th January 2022, 16:51

Who thought this was a good idea?

'33 Ford Built on Turbo PT Cruiser Convertible

https://chattanooga.craigslist.org/cto/d/collegedale-33-ford-built-on-turbo-pt/7430276976.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01313_bPTxxLXPNIbz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg https://images.craigslist.org/00C0C_iHSv1xI5kvBz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

Salvage title - hmmmm

Also looks like they are workin on another one-

https://images.craigslist.org/01313_bPTxxLXPNIbz_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg

maarp

28th January 2022, 17:50

Salvage title - hmmmm

That come before or after the "upgrade"? :D

jaymcminn

28th January 2022, 23:24

Salvage title - hmmmm

Also looks like they are workin on another one-

https://images.craigslist.org/01313_bPTxxLXPNIbz_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg

You think they would have learned their lesson after the first one.

monkeylizard

29th January 2022, 23:14

I was so disguste . . . . err . . . distracted by the blue one I didn't even notice the red one.

This is the car version of "coming out both ends"

Orangello

30th January 2022, 14:49

del20nd

30th January 2022, 23:39

A '73 Super Beetle isn't that odd... but that paint job.

https://images.craigslist.org/00303_cTjIiOCh5Xoz_0ak07K_600x450.jpg

https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/deforest-1973-vw-supper-beetle/7428687474.html

monkeylizard

31st January 2022, 00:50

Don't most 'verts look better topdown?

Most do. But I don't think that applies to the PT Loser, with or without tacky retro body panels.

MX5/XJ6

31st January 2022, 10:37

In fairness, at least it's a Turbo version so it hauls butt - I know, I had one new (red 4 door GT).

V8 Mustangs beware - yes really!

BetweenMiatas

31st January 2022, 14:22

Most do. But I don't think that applies to the PT Loser, with or without tacky retro body panels.

Yesterday I saw a PT Cruiser hardtop decked out like a hearse. :D Once again, I completely failed to get a picture to share with the class. :O

BetweenMiatas

31st January 2022, 14:23

In fairness, at least it's a Turbo version so it hauls butt - I know, I had one new (red 4 door GT).

V8 Mustangs beware - yes really!

I can believe it, having owned a 1982 V8 Mustang. :)

MX5/XJ6

31st January 2022, 17:40

I can believe it, having owned a 1982 V8 Mustang. :)

<SHAKING HEAD>

NEWER V8 Mustangs dagnabbit!!

cjdnorth

1st February 2022, 05:14

Boss ish.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373088&stc=1&d=1643706749

https://www.usedvictoria.com/specialty-antique-collector-cars/39378293/photos?i=3

maarp

1st February 2022, 09:55

MX5/XJ6

1st February 2022, 13:01

Boss ish.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373088&stc=1&d=1643706749

https://www.usedvictoria.com/specialty-antique-collector-cars/39378293/photos?i=3

Bosley not included.

jayhawk

1st February 2022, 13:28

Not odd but pretty rare corvette.

https://kansascity.craigslist.org/ctd/d/harrisonville-1954-chevrolet-corvette/7437428365.html

BetweenMiatas

1st February 2022, 13:30

LittleRed02Miata

1st February 2022, 14:22

ejv8s10

1st February 2022, 14:42

....................it's funny to me how many street rods used actual Mustang II front suspensions then new aftermarket based on the original.

That had more to do with ease of install than with superiority of performance.

raff

7th February 2022, 15:24

2010 Lotus Exige 240S $100,000 Negotiable
https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/cars-for-sale/lotus/exige/2556481.html?refer=news&utm_source=edaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2022-02-07

Includes rare custom license plate holder ;)

https://image.hmn.com/ney8wsWl6YIf1DXE02WrbaoTwB4=/900x0/uimage/85989634.jpg

cjdnorth

8th February 2022, 06:37

Beat the insane prices with this project convertible. 2,750 Euros = $USD 3,138.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373426&stc=1&d=1644316373

http://autos-markt.com/Zastava-Yugo-YU-Cabriolet-Raritat-Seltenheit-Projektauto-262086457577/lot177602

BetweenMiatas

8th February 2022, 11:18

maarp

10th February 2022, 10:54

1974 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 406 Doka Aircraft Tug (https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1974-mercedes-benz-unimog-406-doka-tug/) (flugzeugschlepper)

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1974_mercedes-benz_unimog-406-doka-tug_IMG_5084-511039.jpg?fit=940%2C626

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1974_mercedes-benz_unimog-406-doka-tug_IMG_5014-211105.jpg?w=620&resize=620%2C413

You know, for those annoying flugzeug that need schlepping.

Barefoot

10th February 2022, 13:05

As much flack as Mustang IIs caught it's funny to me how many street rods used actual Mustang II front suspensions then new aftermarket based on the original.

Funny how nobody says they have a Pinto front suspension in their street rod.

Skip Cannon

10th February 2022, 14:11

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1974_mercedes-benz_unimog-406-doka-tug_IMG_5084-511039.jpg?fit=940%2C626

A friend who lives in Alaska has an identical Unimog. If you don't win this auction I can put you in touch with him. :)

He also has an FM Habu LS3 MSM among many other cars. He sent me an email and he has four cars that are similar to those currently on BaT.

rloewy

14th February 2022, 18:10

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/la-jolla-jaguar-xjs/7436732964.html

Jaguar XJS - $9,300 (La Jolla)

https://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_colBIrfsJBmz_0t20CI_1200x900.jpg

Remove the stupid rear spoiler and get more reasonable wheels - and this could be something as the Chevrolet engine swap has already been done...

Kirill

14th February 2022, 19:43

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/la-jolla-jaguar-xjs/7436732964.html

Jaguar XJS - $9,300 (La Jolla)

https://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_colBIrfsJBmz_0t20CI_1200x900.jpg

Remove the stupid rear spoiler and get more reasonable wheels - and this could be something as the Chevrolet engine swap has already been done...

The bodykit was a mistake. :(

rloewy

14th February 2022, 20:13

The bodykit was a mistake. :(

Agree, but spoiler delete + new wheels - and this will look a lot better for not a lot of money.

jaymcminn

14th February 2022, 21:58

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/csd/cto/d/la-jolla-jaguar-xjs/7436732964.html

Jaguar XJS - $9,300 (La Jolla)

https://images.craigslist.org/00G0G_colBIrfsJBmz_0t20CI_1200x900.jpg

Remove the stupid rear spoiler and get more reasonable wheels - and this could be something as the Chevrolet engine swap has already been done...

I could just about see it working with 16x10" BBS RS at the back and 16x8 up front. Of course, a set of 4 with appropriate tires doubles the purchase price of the car.

cjdnorth

15th February 2022, 12:26

Ol' Blue Eyes Mobile

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373828&stc=1&d=1644942327

https://www.autotrader.ca/a/chrysler/imperial/saint-f%C3%A9licien/quebec/5_51803713_20191204165819269/?showcpo=ShowCpo&ncse=no&orup=1_2_2&pc=V9A%203L6&sprx=-1

maarp

15th February 2022, 12:30

^^
Total Price Drop$10,500
Originally listed for$22,000
Current price$11,500 :D

I know I'm in the minority here, but that's about as nice a K-car you're going to see. Still, it's a whole lot of cabbage.

flash9

15th February 2022, 12:37

^^
I know I'm in the minority here, but that's about as nice a K-car you're going to see. Still, it's a whole lot of cabbage.

But that is not a K-car, it has a v8!

maarp

15th February 2022, 12:45

But that is not a K-car, it has a v8!

Oops, I stand corrected. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Imperial#1990%E2%80%931993
The Imperial marque was again resurrected for the model years 1981 through 1983 with a Malaise era two-door coupe based on the second-generation Chrysler Cordoba platform. All examples of the 1981–1983 Imperial used Chrysler's 318 cubic-inch V8 engine. All 1981 Imperials came standard with fuel injection, generating power of 104.5 kW (140 hp) and 0-60 mph in 13.4 seconds, with a top speed of 172 km/h (107 mph).

Not much of an improvement.... :dunno:

BetweenMiatas

16th February 2022, 18:57

firstgenerationmiata

16th February 2022, 19:47

Does it have Corinthian Leather?

..it has rich, Corinthian leather..:rofl:

ClutchTwice

16th February 2022, 20:39

Want to bet the guy who wrote the description is single?

012 FIAT 500 (https://hibid.com/hibiddemo/lot/111460513/2012-fiat-500-car---girlfriend-special-?ref=lot-list) CAR "GIRLFRIEND SPECIAL"
HAS HAD A BASEBALL BAT TAKEN TO HOOD AND SIDE

https://cdn.hibid.com/img.axd?id=7239235368&wid=&rwl=false&p=&ext=&w=0&h=0&t=&lp=&c=true&wt=false&sz=MAX&checksum=%2frttxdnL4449l%2fFTT3aunkyA5ELihwGi

BetweenMiatas

16th February 2022, 22:10

..it has rich, Corinthian leather..:rofl:

I love rich things!

BetweenMiatas

16th February 2022, 22:10

Want to bet the guy who wrote the description is single?

012 FIAT 500 (https://hibid.com/hibiddemo/lot/111460513/2012-fiat-500-car---girlfriend-special-?ref=lot-list) CAR "GIRLFRIEND SPECIAL"
HAS HAD A BASEBALL BAT TAKEN TO HOOD AND SIDE

https://cdn.hibid.com/img.axd?id=7239235368&wid=&rwl=false&p=&ext=&w=0&h=0&t=&lp=&c=true&wt=false&sz=MAX&checksum=%2frttxdnL4449l%2fFTT3aunkyA5ELihwGi

I suppose it isn't an Abarth, is it?

MX5/XJ6

16th February 2022, 23:49

Ol' Blue Eyes Mobile

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373828&stc=1&d=1644942327

https://www.autotrader.ca/a/chrysler/imperial/saint-f%C3%A9licien/quebec/5_51803713_20191204165819269/?showcpo=ShowCpo&ncse=no&orup=1_2_2&pc=V9A%203L6&sprx=-1

For when you want that Seville look in a stylish 2 door. :thumbs:

Truth be told, I have always liked those and they are rare as heck.

MX5/XJ6

16th February 2022, 23:53

But that is not a K-car, it has a v8!

And RWD.

K cars are smaller and FWD. Original Caravan/Voyager also K related.

But there's nothing wrong with a K car, my Turbo LeBaron convt was a fun car.

MX5/XJ6

16th February 2022, 23:57

I suppose it isn't an Abarth, is it?

Only if they removed the foglights and swapped on base wheels and exhaust. Oh and swapped in an auto trans which was not available on Abarth for another 3 years..........

cjdnorth

17th February 2022, 00:19

Does it have Corinthian Leather?

Sorry it looks like the Frank Sinatra Limited Edition only came with rich Corinthian Velour. :(

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373885&stc=1&d=1645071480

https://www.autotrader.ca/a/chrysler/imperial/saint-f%C3%A9licien/quebec/5_51803713_20191204165819269/?showcpo=ShowCpo&ncse=no&orup=1_2_2&pc=V9A%203L6&sprx=-1&modalXS=1

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373886&stc=1&d=1645071733

MX5/XJ6

17th February 2022, 00:53

BetweenMiatas

17th February 2022, 04:15

Sorry it looks like the Frank Sinatra Limited Edition only came with rich Corinthian Velour. :(

Oh. I'm afraid I'll have to shop for a different car, then. :(

maarp

17th February 2022, 13:59

On BaT: 236-Kilometer 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo 5-Speed
(https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-toyota-supra-33/)
https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1987_toyota_supra_1987_toyota_supra_fc2843b9-6ea2-4a40-b131-9bc59a18d821-x1ebp9-01514-72998.jpg?fit=940%2C627
https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1987_toyota_supra_1987_toyota_supra_7cdca33e-9b4f-4bed-9470-57fe888f10f5-VHuhRU-01949-01950-scaled.jpg?w=620&resize=620%2C413

A 35-year old brand new car. Exquisite, but you can't drive it. :sad:

tdonnellyem

17th February 2022, 14:51

Sorry it looks like the Frank Sinatra Limited Edition only came with rich Corinthian Velour. :(

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373885&stc=1&d=1645071480

https://www.autotrader.ca/a/chrysler/imperial/saint-f%C3%A9licien/quebec/5_51803713_20191204165819269/?showcpo=ShowCpo&ncse=no&orup=1_2_2&pc=V9A%203L6&sprx=-1&modalXS=1

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=373886&stc=1&d=1645071733

Corinth is famous for its velour)

3MiataFamily

17th February 2022, 17:15

Want to bet the guy who wrote the description is single?

012 FIAT 500 (https://hibid.com/hibiddemo/lot/111460513/2012-fiat-500-car---girlfriend-special-?ref=lot-list) CAR "GIRLFRIEND SPECIAL"
HAS HAD A BASEBALL BAT TAKEN TO HOOD AND SIDE

https://cdn.hibid.com/img.axd?id=7239235368&wid=&rwl=false&p=&ext=&w=0&h=0&t=&lp=&c=true&wt=false&sz=MAX&checksum=%2frttxdnL4449l%2fFTT3aunkyA5ELihwGi

He may not have been single when that happened...but he is now!!

MX5/XJ6

17th February 2022, 18:50

On BaT: 236-Kilometer 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo 5-Speed
(https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-toyota-supra-33/)
https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1987_toyota_supra_1987_toyota_supra_fc2843b9-6ea2-4a40-b131-9bc59a18d821-x1ebp9-01514-72998.jpg?fit=940%2C627
https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1987_toyota_supra_1987_toyota_supra_7cdca33e-9b4f-4bed-9470-57fe888f10f5-VHuhRU-01949-01950-scaled.jpg?w=620&resize=620%2C413

A 35-year old brand new car. Exquisite, but you can't drive it. :sad:

Mine was gray, couple years newer, Turbo, targa and stick. Dropped on Intrax springs and with sweet, sweet 17" five spokes. Konig Villains IIRC. Shoulda kept that one.

BetweenMiatas

17th February 2022, 19:09

Corinth is famous for its velour)

:D

eunosfan

21st February 2022, 04:42

Armoured ex-UK Government Jaguar, complete with "bullet hole" from a deployment to South Africa

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202201311964643?postcode=mk63bx&sort=price-desc&radius=1500&year-from=2001&model=XJ&advertising-location=at_cars&include-delivery-option=on&year-to=2009&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&make=Jaguar&page=1

This amazing Jaguar XJ8 is the 1st of only 7 of these cars ever made under a Ministry of Defence contract over 2001-2002. It was owned and operated by the Ministry of Defence as an Official Ministerial car during the Tony Blair era for transporting Government Ministers on official duties. It was converted by Jankel at a cost of 250,000 pounds. It is very rare for a car of this type to be offered for sale on the open market as most are owned by Heads of State and private security companies. This Jaguar is the long wheel base version fitted with the 4.0 litre engine mated to a 5 speed automatic gearbox, finished in British Racing green. It has just been extensively recommissioned and serviced and has covered just 30,000 miles from new. It is still covered by the Official Secrets Act. Specifications include full armour plating for cabin, fuel tank etc, special switch gear, fire extinguishers, kevlar mats, intercom, attention lights etc. Weight 3100 Kg. It still has a bullet wound in the rear left door window sustained whilst on active duty in South Africa. Only the outer layer of glass is damaged, the remaining layers are undamaged. No one on board was injured. What is difficult to fully appreciate from the photos and description is just how amazing this car feels. It is the closest you will ever get to owning a 'James Bond' car. It has real presence on the road and everyone who sees it is blown away by it. The car is available for viewing and a test drive in Johnstone Renfrewshire. I will email you more info and photos if you ask me. Although the car is a private sale with no warranty, I will always offer any help and assistance that I can to the new owner. This is special and complicated car, so if any problems do occur I will always be available to offer guidance and advise as I know this car inside and out. Next MOT due 18/08/2022, Part service history, Green, 5+ owners, £15,000

Fascinating detail on the armour plate additions, the fire suppression system, the blue lights.

https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/b5b2bdafa2bc4d06a8b02b0b4d14f03d.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/cb04eedd367a4d51bf180c1f603c870f.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/64da39c2676c407ea0f6b3b9a2e81f40.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/d9ace7a0b8d14704bd3e343ccb296128.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/e4c3c18f341d439cadd13da3fb135382.jpg

Steve Jackson

21st February 2022, 09:24

Griswold family truckster?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-chrysler-le-baron-4

maarp

21st February 2022, 09:59

^^ Chip is going to love this.

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/1978_chrysler_le-baron_Cory-Mader-1978ChryslerLeBaronWagon_BAT-113-49645-scaled.jpg?w=620&resize=620%2C413

LittleRed02Miata

21st February 2022, 12:54

Griswold family truckster?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-chrysler-le-baron-4

That's about as close as you can get to the Wagon Queen Family Truckster without actually copying it.

Orangello

21st February 2022, 15:56

cjdnorth

22nd February 2022, 04:06

Not your average three wheel Reliant Robin but a Reliant Sabra.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374113&stc=1&d=1645517054

https://www.motorcarclassics.com/1962-reliant-sabra-c-458.htm

Kirill

23rd February 2022, 00:14

Griswold family truckster?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-chrysler-le-baron-4

Damn, the seller managed to lose money on used car IN THIS MARKET.

maarp

23rd February 2022, 08:20

Damn, the seller managed to lose money on used car IN THIS MARKET.

Well, it certainly didn't get any more appealing over the course of 4 years. :dunno:

firstgenerationmiata

23rd February 2022, 10:22

Not your average three wheel Reliant Robin but a Reliant Sabra.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374113&stc=1&d=1645517054

https://www.motorcarclassics.com/1962-reliant-sabra-c-458.htm

That's a beauty.

rloewy

23rd February 2022, 10:29

Not your average three wheel Reliant Robin but a Reliant Sabra.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374113&stc=1&d=1645517054

https://www.motorcarclassics.com/1962-reliant-sabra-c-458.htm

Technically, if it is a Sabra, that's an Autocars Sabra that was designed with the help of Reliant (and the earlier ones were manufactured by them). Reliant later marketed an update of the car under it's own name using the name Sabre (not Sabra).

https://petrolicious.com/articles/the-sabra-gt-is-the-sports-car-from-israel-you-ve-been-waiting-for

maarp

23rd February 2022, 12:15

And now on BaT: No Reserve: Ferrari 348 Luggage Set by Schedoni (https://bringatrailer.com/listing/ferrari-luggage-set/)

For those of you that want to go all "Johnny Cash" and build a Ferrari, here is your starting point.

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/img_5792-3-94942.jpg?fit=940%2C627

Not sold yet? This luggage comes with its own luggage!

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IMG_5802-scaled.jpg?w=620&resize=620%2C465

Bidding is currently at $6200, and ends in just under 4 hours for this originally free set of luggage.

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Ferrari_letter-88703-scaled-1-94894.jpg?fit=1536%2C2048

maarp

23rd February 2022, 13:10

Here's an interesting one. Some guy on the North American Motoring site (MINI site) took a JCW Coupe and modified it into a replica of the MINI GP, which was only available as a regular hard top. Anyway, he's selling it now.

Link to NAMotoring build thread (https://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/r58-coupe-talk-2012/350729-gp-coupe-project.html)
Link to Sotheby's auction (https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/0222/Open-Roads-February/lots/r0033-2013-Mini-Couper-Coupe-John-Cooper-Works-GP-Conversion/1214462)

Nice looking car.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.northamericanmotoring.com-vbulletin/1297x975/3079d35e_c696_4446_aea9_272a445fe4df_d8260ec7d9860 e5175d2c6cbfa90f49a75c611ef.jpeg

del20nd

23rd February 2022, 14:08

Here's a fun one

https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/middleton-1989-ford-sale-or-trafe/7447398082.html

A heavily modified 1989 Ford Ranger. It has been painted green, made into an open top, decorated with muppets decals, named Kermit, and given a tonnau cover and giant run-flats. Yours today for $7800.

https://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_eZ2zSBcOUFrz_0uY0hq_600x450.jpg

https://images.craigslist.org/00H0H_lyFyNMn9K8rz_0gl0t2_600x450.jpg

https://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_buDowkW1GoPz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

Winning Blue

23rd February 2022, 15:17

Technically, if it is a Sabra, that's an Autocars Sabra that was designed with the help of Reliant (and the earlier ones were manufactured by them). Reliant later marketed an update of the car under it's own name using the name Sabre (not Sabra).

https://petrolicious.com/articles/the-sabra-gt-is-the-sports-car-from-israel-you-ve-been-waiting-for
The Sabra was later assembled in Israel and exported to the US.

BetweenMiatas

23rd February 2022, 15:53

Here's a fun one

https://madison.craigslist.org/cto/d/middleton-1989-ford-sale-or-trafe/7447398082.html

A heavily modified 1989 Ford Ranger. It has been painted green, made into an open top, decorated with muppets decals, named Kermit, and given a tonnau cover and giant run-flats. Yours today for $7800.

https://images.craigslist.org/00h0h_eZ2zSBcOUFrz_0uY0hq_600x450.jpg

https://images.craigslist.org/00H0H_lyFyNMn9K8rz_0gl0t2_600x450.jpg

https://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_buDowkW1GoPz_0CI0t2_600x450.jpg

So close. But I only buy yellow vehicles out of Wisconsin.

CET

23rd February 2022, 16:34

Here’s an oddball I saw referenced on another site

374212

http://https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1948-crosley-wagon/

.7 liter engine :confused:

Orangello

23rd February 2022, 16:59

So close. But I only buy yellow vehicles out of Wisconsin.

Kermit "it's not easy being green".

+Points for being a manual transmissionned vehicle.

BetweenMiatas

23rd February 2022, 18:44

Kermit "it's not easy being green".

+Points for being a manual transmissionned vehicle.

I've driven one of those Rangers before. The one I drove still had an intact cab. It was all right.

Orangello

23rd February 2022, 19:16

Here's an interesting one. Some guy on the North American Motoring site (MINI site) took a JCW Coupe and modified it into a replica of the MINI GP, which was only available as a regular hard top. Anyway, he's selling it now.

You could imitate Art or whatever his name was.

"I have a 2006 JCW edition Mini Cooper. It’s in good shape, it has one small dent on back door (see pics). It was running good and then started making a spinning noise when I tried to crank it. I’m not a mechanic but a mechanic looked at it and said it was the starter. I don’t have the time to mess with it.
It is a very fast car. It has upgraded brakes. JCW Exhaust, tuning system, turbo. It has a manual transmission. Asking $1500.
Call or text scott at 601-906-3718"

https://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/d/brandon-2006-jcw-mini-cooper/7449852727.html#

I've driven one of those Rangers before. The one I drove still had an intact cab. It was all right.

Yup, there's one in my family; it was my BIL's when he married my eldest sister, then he sold it to my other BIL to use as a shop truck for his trucking and mechanic business, then that BIL sold it to eldest son, then the eldest son eventually got hard up for cash and sold it to my smartest sister (unmarried). Though she later loaned it back to her nephew, i bleve it is still titled to her. Currently, i think it is a spare with iffy brakes in the back. It was the classic maroon and cream paint scheme. The cab was a bit small for me, probably worse for my even-larger BIL who brought it into our family.

baritone mike

23rd February 2022, 19:21

Orangello

23rd February 2022, 19:23

Do the JCW actually have a 6 cylinder in them? I thought Mini was all 4 cylinders. If it really is just a starter (and not a timing belt/chain), unless it is the hardest starter on the planet to change $1,500 seems like a decent deal.

I'm a suspicious person; i question Scott's honesty or level of disclosure. That said, it would be a tempting project for the right person.

maarp

23rd February 2022, 19:29

Do the JCW actually have a 6 cylinder in them? I thought Mini was all 4 cylinders.

No, they're all 4's.

LittleRed02Miata

23rd February 2022, 19:45

I'm a suspicious person; i question Scott's honesty or level of disclosure. That said, it would be a tempting project for the right person.

It does sound fishy. Nonexistent 6 cyl. $1500 starter change. I've changed an early 2000s Mini starter. Starter can be found for $100 to $200 and it's an hour job tops.

BetweenMiatas

23rd February 2022, 21:35

You could imitate Art or whatever his name was.

"I have a 2006 JCW edition Mini Cooper. It’s in good shape, it has one small dent on back door (see pics). It was running good and then started making a spinning noise when I tried to crank it. I’m not a mechanic but a mechanic looked at it and said it was the starter. I don’t have the time to mess with it.
It is a very fast car. It has upgraded brakes. JCW Exhaust, tuning system, turbo. It has a manual transmission. Asking $1500.
Call or text scott at 601-906-3718"

https://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/d/brandon-2006-jcw-mini-cooper/7449852727.html#

What are the odds that all that car needs is a starter? If that's truly all it is, that might be a deal.

Yup, there's one in my family; it was my BIL's when he married my eldest sister, then he sold it to my other BIL to use as a shop truck for his trucking and mechanic business, then that BIL sold it to eldest son, then the eldest son eventually got hard up for cash and sold it to my smartest sister (unmarried). Though she later loaned it back to her nephew, i bleve it is still titled to her. Currently, i think it is a spare with iffy brakes in the back. It was the classic maroon and cream paint scheme. The cab was a bit small for me, probably worse for my even-larger BIL who brought it into our family.

Oh, geeze. I wouldn't lend a moped to my nephew without it being titled *not in my name*. You say she's your smartest sister? Maybe your nephew is a good upstanding guy. :dunno:

njaremka

24th February 2022, 10:05

Here's an interesting one. Some guy on the North American Motoring site (MINI site) took a JCW Coupe and modified it into a replica of the MINI GP, which was only available as a regular hard top. Anyway, he's selling it now.

Link to NAMotoring build thread (https://www.northamericanmotoring.com/forums/r58-coupe-talk-2012/350729-gp-coupe-project.html)
Link to Sotheby's auction (https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/0222/Open-Roads-February/lots/r0033-2013-Mini-Couper-Coupe-John-Cooper-Works-GP-Conversion/1214462)

Nice looking car.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.northamericanmotoring.com-vbulletin/1297x975/3079d35e_c696_4446_aea9_272a445fe4df_d8260ec7d9860 e5175d2c6cbfa90f49a75c611ef.jpeg

I really like that car. If I had the cash...

My alternate build would be an R55 Clubman turned into a GP2. But, that Coupe looks fantastic.

maarp

24th February 2022, 16:11

74 SS nova hatchback sprit of America (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/74-ss-nova-hatchback-sprit-of-america/1606713211)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/oAUAAOSwKlNiF-RC/s-l640.webp
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/bSYAAOSwe7diF-RJ/s-l640.webp

"Looks worse then it is just been sitting a while" :D

Orangello

24th February 2022, 16:35

What are the odds that all that car needs is a starter? If that's truly all it is, that might be a deal.

Oh, geeze. I wouldn't lend a moped to my nephew without it being titled *not in my name*. You say she's your smartest sister? Maybe your nephew is a good upstanding guy. :dunno:

Well, Brandon is on the nicer side of that pit they call the Jackson metro area. :dunno: If they had dipsticks, i would be more tempted; i never want to be the only one in the car.

Upstanding? No, that would be the other nephew. The sister has a soft spot for this one; she took him in at one point. This one reminds me of a much younger me, just without my luck.

BetweenMiatas

24th February 2022, 19:11

Well, Brandon is on the nicer side of that pit they call the Jackson metro area. :dunno: If they had dipsticks, i would be more tempted; i never want to be the only one in the car.

Upstanding? No, that would be the other nephew. The sister has a soft spot for this one; she took him in at one point. This one reminds me of a much younger me, just without my luck.

He's... he's still alive, right?

BetweenMiatas

24th February 2022, 19:13

"Looks worse then it is just been sitting a while" :D

It ain't ugly, it just looks that way.
:D

Orangello

24th February 2022, 19:41

He's... he's still alive, right?

So far, but when his kids get about 9 years older, all bets are off. The little girl makes him look reserved and overly-cautious. His wife is a RN, so as long as he doesn't upset her, he should be OK.

He did most of the stupid things i did when i was younger, but he didn't get away with all of it. He has avoided any lengthy stays in jail or felony convictions (afaik).

SleekBlackBeauty

25th February 2022, 00:24

Armoured ex-UK Government Jaguar, complete with "bullet hole" from a deployment to South Africa

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202201311964643?postcode=mk63bx&sort=price-desc&radius=1500&year-from=2001&model=XJ&advertising-location=at_cars&include-delivery-option=on&year-to=2009&onesearchad=New&onesearchad=Nearly%20New&onesearchad=Used&make=Jaguar&page=1

Fascinating detail on the armour plate additions, the fire suppression system, the blue lights.

https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/b5b2bdafa2bc4d06a8b02b0b4d14f03d.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/cb04eedd367a4d51bf180c1f603c870f.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/64da39c2676c407ea0f6b3b9a2e81f40.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/d9ace7a0b8d14704bd3e343ccb296128.jpg
https://m.atcdn.co.uk/a/media/w1024/e4c3c18f341d439cadd13da3fb135382.jpg
This seems very cool and cheap at the price given the provenance.

ejv8s10

25th February 2022, 00:44

jim dreiling

25th February 2022, 03:34

What is a sprit?

An Austin Healey missing the e.

cjdnorth

25th February 2022, 03:51

What is a sprit?

A sprit is a small spar reaching diagonally from low on a mast to the upper outer corner, peak, of a fore-and-aft four sided sail.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374287&stc=1&d=1645773989

A sprit can be confused with a gaff. A gaff is a spar rising aft from a mast to support the head of a fore-and-aft four sided sail. The boat in this picture also has a bowsprit.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374288&stc=1&d=1645774416

A bowsprit is a spar extending forward from a ship's bow, to which the forestays are fastened.

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374289&stc=1&d=1645775113

LittleRed02Miata

25th February 2022, 10:45

74 SS nova hatchback sprit of America (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/74-ss-nova-hatchback-sprit-of-america/1606713211)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/oAUAAOSwKlNiF-RC/s-l640.webp
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/bSYAAOSwe7diF-RJ/s-l640.webp

"Looks worse then it is just been sitting a while" :D

Good thing it comes with a second roof because the original is toast. Also that generation Nova is notorious for quarter panel and floorboard rust. It could end up a nice car after a LOT of work and money.

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 11:10

I realize I'm yelling at clouds but "when I was a boy" those early 70s Novas were a dime a dozen. Maybe even cheaper than that. So seeing what some are going for now is something I just cannot get my mind around for what was pretty much the crappiest car on the high school parking lot in the late 80s.

Slightly older Chevelles/Malibus, however, are a different story. They were cool even then.

maarp

25th February 2022, 11:20

I realize I'm yelling at clouds but "when I was a boy" those early 70s Novas were a dime a dozen. Maybe even cheaper than that. So seeing what some are going for now is something I just cannot get my mind around for what was pretty much the crappiest car on the high school parking lot in the late 80s.

Slightly older Chevelles/Malibus, however, are a different story. They were cool even then.

My second car was a '73 Omega hatch. Pretty much the same as this turd, only it still had front vent windows.

maarp

25th February 2022, 12:54

No Reserve: One-Owner 1987 Honda Accord LXi Fastback (https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1987-honda-accord-2/)

https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/1987_honda_accord_87-Accord-HeroShot-27449-scaled.jpg?fit=940%2C642

Sure, looks in good shape, but it's a vanilla '80's Honda with 102K miles. Sitting at $6400 with a couple of hours to go. That's a lot of bananas for a non-collectible/non-low miles generic Accord. :dunno:

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 13:26

Seems like anything 'vintage' like that WITH NO RUST will get pushed into the teens at least on BAT these days.

One owner also adds value.

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 13:29

maarp

25th February 2022, 13:48

Seems like anything 'vintage' like that WITH NO RUST will get pushed into the teens at least on BAT these days.

One owner also adds value.

I'd agree at a third the miles.

BetweenMiatas

25th February 2022, 14:15

maarp

25th February 2022, 14:37

Too bad it's not a stick shift.

You and your colloquialisms... :rolleyes:

BetweenMiatas

25th February 2022, 14:40

You and your colloquialisms... :rolleyes:

:wave:

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 14:46

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 14:47

I'd agree at a third the miles.

102k is "low" for an 80s car, most would say.

I had a newer Accord SE that looked LIKE NEW, no exaggeration, at 195k miles.

maarp

25th February 2022, 14:53

Comment from the seller: "Who’s going to be the new caretaker? " :rolleyes:

It ain't a freaking Ferrari!

BetweenMiatas

25th February 2022, 14:56

Even pedestrian vehicles need caretakers.

LOL.

LittleRed02Miata

25th February 2022, 16:39

I realize I'm yelling at clouds but "when I was a boy" those early 70s Novas were a dime a dozen. Maybe even cheaper than that. So seeing what some are going for now is something I just cannot get my mind around for what was pretty much the crappiest car on the high school parking lot in the late 80s.

Slightly older Chevelles/Malibus, however, are a different story. They were cool even then.

Oh! But for us who were building fast street racers the first Chevy IIs which later became Novas were better than Chevelles or GTOs. Novas could be had with the same drivetrains but started out hundreds of pounds lighter and could easily be stripped down from there. And it didn't seem as sacrilegious to strip down a Nova since they were the lower model anyway. Remember, maybe the most popular Yenko conversion was the Nova.

For car nuts of that era that makes them very well thought of.

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 17:22

Oh! But for us who were building fast street racers the first Chevy IIs which later became Novas were better than Chevelles or GTOs. Novas could be had with the same drivetrains but started out hundreds of pounds lighter and could easily be stripped down from there. And it didn't seem as sacrilegious to strip down a Nova since they were the lower model anyway. Remember, maybe the most popular Yenko conversion was the Nova.

For car nuts of that era that makes them very well thought of.

Oh I know, and I'd love a nice one today.

But you want a lightweight Nova, my buddy's Dad bought a brand new 1986 Nova for a long commute - THAT was a lightweight Nova!

:D

https://autopolis.files.wordpress.com/2011/09/chevrolet-nova-38.jpg

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 17:22

Even pedestrian vehicles need caretakers.

QFT

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 17:23

Seems like anything 'vintage' like that WITH NO RUST will get pushed into the teens at least on BAT these days.

One owner also adds value.

Quoting myself to update the auction - sold $12,250 so once you add in the Buy Fee, I was just about right :)

maarp

25th February 2022, 17:29

Quoting myself to update the auction - sold $12,250 so once you add in the Buy Fee, I was just about right :)

Jebus, I doubt they cost that much new. :bang:

MX5/XJ6

25th February 2022, 17:43

Jebus, I doubt they cost that much new. :bang:

I am thinking pretty close. Around that time my Mom got a new very loaded Poncho 6000 that was 14 Grand and change.

Dorzok

25th February 2022, 18:14

Seems like anything 'vintage' like that WITH NO RUST will get pushed into the teens at least on BAT these days.

One owner also adds value.

all my cars are one owners (except for the miata) and i can guaranTEE that fact ain't adding no value to them.
:rofl:

ClutchTwice

26th February 2022, 22:18

I’ll wager the Federales won’t be happy about this sale.

2021 Suzuki Jimny (https://www.iconicmotors.us/details/used-2021-suzuki-jimny/83197198)

https://cdn05.carsforsale.com/00c194e828e19d82b44e37d0999356019c/800x600/2021-suzuki-jimny.jpg

BetweenMiatas

26th February 2022, 23:46

baritone mike

27th February 2022, 02:36

Ken2029

27th February 2022, 10:00

BetweenMiatas

27th February 2022, 15:08

Probably sold new in Mexico, I don't think you will be able to get that registered in the US as anything other than an offroad only vehicle. If Suzuki would have brought them to the states I would have seriously considered buying one with the manual transmission, but apparently they don't think it is worth their trouble.

They don't bring anything to the States any more.

baritone mike

27th February 2022, 15:23

They don't bring anything to the States any more.

The funny thing is I drive by a Suzuki car dealership on my way to/from work. It is probably time to take the sign down, it seems like the only cars on the lot they have are used and none of them are Suzuki. Their motorcycles and ATVs are still popular, they could have had the motorcycle dealerships sell Jimnys or work a deal with Toyota to put the Jimnys on their lots or even work with GM to revive the Geo brand.

BetweenMiatas

27th February 2022, 17:30

Orangello

27th February 2022, 18:06

Probably sold new in Mexico, I don't think you will be able to get that registered in the US as anything other than an offroad only vehicle.

https://hattiesburg.craigslist.org/ctd/d/seminary-new-loads-of-import-vehicles/7442131737.html

You could always go to Seminary and get one of the old RHD older models.

"* SUZUKI JIMNY 4X4 TURBO GAS, (SEVERAL OF THESE), THEY HAVE LAY-FLAT REAR SEATS FOR EXTRA CARGO SPACE. THESE TAKE THE PLACE OF THE TRUCK, TRAILER AND SIDE BY SIDE, AS THESE LITTLE SUV'S RUN BOTH ON THE STREET AND IN THE SWAMP. (THESE WILL TAKE THE 6:00 X 16" MILITARY TIRES FOR SUPERIOR OFF-ROAD CAPABILITIES)."

You can tag and drive those, at least in this state.

BetweenMiatas

27th February 2022, 21:59

maarp

28th February 2022, 14:12

1977 Ford Maverick (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/owen-sound/1977-ford-maverick/1607010245)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/NLgAAOSwMzRiG5A1/s-l640.webp

$28,000
Asking is one thing, getting, however.... :dunno:

Orangello

28th February 2022, 16:37

I was trying to figure out the religious tie-in there, until I clicked the link.

Some MS towns have fairly literal names, "Hot Coffee" and "Gulfport" come to mind.

cjdnorth

1st March 2022, 04:54

"Rare QUADRACTOR"

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374469&stc=1&d=1646124669

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374470&stc=1&d=1646124701

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374470&stc=1&d=1646124701

rjs2005

1st March 2022, 14:13

Cannot recall when I last saw a Monza Mirage:

https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/gaa/44/24934/234442/790x1024/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

https://www.gaaclassiccars.com/vehicles/34359/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

Perfectly awful cars in the day- essentially a rebodied Vega, although originally intended to house GM's Wankel engine that never came to production. I always thought they were nice looking, but never really wanted one.

I haven't really spent any time figuring out this auction site, but looks like it ran last Saturday and was a no sale at $32,500.

rjs2005

1st March 2022, 14:19

https://images.craigslist.org/00w0w_eUH72kmdek1z_0cU09G_1200x900.jpg

Not an "oddball", but $6980 for a '04 Wrangler doesn't seem out of bounds, until you see this:

https://images.craigslist.org/00a0a_kA7ZjdivCQFz_0cU09G_1200x900.jpg

and this:

https://images.craigslist.org/01111_htWaWgv8whvz_0cU09G_1200x900.jpg

:eek: The ad says "the frame was fixed- runs great". Pardon me if I am skeptical.

https://wilmington.craigslist.org/ctd/d/wilmington-2004-jeep-wrangler/7451759800.html

LittleRed02Miata

1st March 2022, 16:50

Cannot recall when I last saw a Monza Mirage:

https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/gaa/44/24934/234442/790x1024/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

https://www.gaaclassiccars.com/vehicles/34359/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

Perfectly awful cars in the day- essentially a rebodied Vega, although originally intended to house GM's Wankel engine that never came to production. I always thought they were nice looking, but never really wanted one.

I haven't really spent any time figuring out this auction site, but looks like it ran last Saturday and was a no sale at $32,500.I always thought they were good looking. They were a bit bigger than a Vega. 5 lug vs Vega 4 lug wheels. A small block could be crammed in a Vega. Monzas came with a 305 that was tight but not crammed in. Regular sized 10 bolt rear end when the Vega had a smaller oddball rear end.

jim dreiling

2nd March 2022, 14:20

Cannot recall when I last saw a Monza Mirage:

https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/gaa/44/24934/234442/790x1024/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

https://www.gaaclassiccars.com/vehicles/34359/1977-chevrolet-monza-mirage

Perfectly awful cars in the day- essentially a rebodied Vega, although originally intended to house GM's Wankel engine that never came to production. I always thought they were nice looking, but never really wanted one.

I haven't really spent any time figuring out this auction site, but looks like it ran last Saturday and was a no sale at $32,500.

The Monza wasn't introduced before GM's Wankel effort ceased (rotary effort scrapped early '74, Monza released late '75). GM's Wankel engines were supposed to go into Vagas and Corvettes (3 rotor mid-engined) before the effort was scrapped.

Dorzok

2nd March 2022, 15:59

I’ll wager the Federales won’t be happy about this sale.

2021 Suzuki Jimny (https://www.iconicmotors.us/details/used-2021-suzuki-jimny/83197198)

https://cdn05.carsforsale.com/00c194e828e19d82b44e37d0999356019c/800x600/2021-suzuki-jimny.jpg

Jeep needs to figure out a way to work a deal with Suzuki to import this to US and sell as the Renegade and kick that Fiat to the curb.

LittleRed02Miata

2nd March 2022, 16:28

Jeep needs to figure out a way to work a deal with Suzuki to import this to US and sell as the Renegade and kick that Fiat to the curb.

Yeah! I had a Suzuki SX4 and loved it. Great little hatchback. If they sold these in America I'd be very interested. Being that this one is in OKC I'd go look at it but we're trying to get the house paid off next year.

baritone mike

2nd March 2022, 16:29

Yeah! I had a Suzuki SX4 and loved it. Great little hatchback. If they sold these in America I'd be very interested. Being that this one is in OKC I'd go look at it but we're trying to get the house paid off next year.

Go look at it anyways and let us know how it drives, test drives are free. While you are their ask them how they are planing to get it registered for road use.:p

LittleRed02Miata

2nd March 2022, 16:36

Orangello

2nd March 2022, 19:21

'77 JEEP J10 V8 - $6,800 (Coldwater, MS)
-360 / V8 / 3 Speed with 4-wheel drive
-Steel flat bed
-3" Lift with 17" tires
-Good looking black truck
-Starts / Runs / Drives Good
$6,800
Need more info? 662-three 0 one 1 three 1 two
https://jackson.craigslist.org/cto/d/coldwater-77-jeep-j10-v8/7452606359.html

Coldwater Mississippi is where the wrestler Kamala/ James Arthur Harris was from. RIP.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kamala_(wrestler)

RADOne

2nd March 2022, 20:55

The Monza wasn't introduced before GM's Wankel effort ceased (rotary effort scrapped early '74, Monza released late '75). GM's Wankel engines were supposed to go into Vagas and Corvettes (3 rotor mid-engined) before the effort was scrapped.

When the Monza was on the drawing board they had planned to use the Wankel. It caught them with their pants down and force them to use the 4 cylinder and 262 smallblock. The Buick Skyhawk (same car) got to use their 231 V6 and 5 speed. Every one of these engines were really dogs. The V8 was way too heavy for the front end and only came with a 4 speed. Too bad the cars didn't have the underpinnings to make a good car, because they looked great.

Enthuz

2nd March 2022, 21:20

LittleRed02Miata

5th March 2022, 15:39

Go look at it anyways and let us know how it drives, test drives are free. While you are their ask them how they are planing to get it registered for road use.:p

I did go drive the Jimny. First thing I noticed. It's for short people. Fine for me as I'm 5'7". If you're 5'9" or taller it's gonna be cramped. Just like my SX4 was. I think Suzuki believes everyone is short. It's as comfy inside as I'd expect a mini-suv to be. It has a lot of get up and go for a small engine. I suspect it's geared pretty low. It's probably around a foot shorter and close to that narrower than a Wrangler 2 door. I took it on a residential street and made a u-turn with room to spare. Turns on a dime. It would be a really fun little car. I also talked to my long time tag agent and she said it can be registered in Oklahoma. I really like it but they are wanting $45,000 for it. I might forget about trying to pay the house off early if it was $25,000. But $45k no way.

BetweenMiatas

5th March 2022, 15:47

Forty. Five. Thousand. Dollars?!!!

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

I'll have what that dealer is having.

LittleRed02Miata

5th March 2022, 15:57

Forty. Five. Thousand. Dollars?!!!

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

I'll have what that dealer is having.

And an odd thing to me is where they are. It's on a street with about 4 miles of "Buy Here Pay Here" and such pretty iffy used car dealers. The part of town where you go when you're broke but have to drive something.

baritone mike

5th March 2022, 17:56

Orangello

5th March 2022, 18:50

And an odd thing to me is where they are. It's on a street with about 4 miles of "Buy Here Pay Here" and such pretty iffy used car dealers. The part of town where you go when you're broke but have to drive something.

For $45K, you could get one of those rednecks in Seminary to deliver you one of their old model Jimny's and probably some shine.

LittleRed02Miata

5th March 2022, 21:01

Thanks for the review, that agrees with all of the other reviews I have seen of them. I think $45k is about $13k over original MSRP so it would be a hard pass for me too. I still find the registration to be weird, it has to be an import so am really not sure how they are getting around the 25 year old rule.

Oklahoma has really lax registration laws. There's all sorts of loopholes for kit cars, specialty cars, collector cars, etc. etc. etc.

For instance, I've registered a handful of barn finds without anything but an affidavit stating that it had sat for years without anyone touching it. Many other states would require an actual owner search.

maarp

7th March 2022, 11:12

1983 Trans Am 5 speed (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/guelph/1983-trans-am-5-speed/1594121369)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/l8YAAOSwPBNhkHb5/s-l640.webp

What's not to like? Pop-ups, 5-speed, t-tops, and Miata 97 R stance. :D

BetweenMiatas

7th March 2022, 17:35

https://images.craigslist.org/00m0m_jkKYqXZBPYSz_0t20CI_600x450.jpg

https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/d/wichita-1971-oldsmobile-toronado-23k/7453778037.html

1971 Olds Toronado with 23K original miles. Asking $18,500.

3MiataFamily

7th March 2022, 18:31

https://images.craigslist.org/00m0m_jkKYqXZBPYSz_0t20CI_600x450.jpg

https://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/d/wichita-1971-oldsmobile-toronado-23k/7453778037.html

1971 Olds Toronado with 23K original miles. Asking $18,500.

Looks like a lot of car for about $3.20 per pound....:rofl:

rloewy

7th March 2022, 19:16

68 vw sqaure back 914 truck - $12,500 (Carlsbad)

https://sandiego.craigslist.org/nsd/cto/d/carlsbad-68-vw-sqaure-back-914-truck/7454667015.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01313_4sq9fOrL9TJz_0x20oM_1200x900.jpg

BetweenMiatas

7th March 2022, 21:29

Looks like a lot of car for about $3.20 per pound....:rofl:

And look at that face! I can't believe one of those didn't make it into the movie Cars.

cjdnorth

8th March 2022, 04:15

https://forum.miata.net/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=374832&stc=1&d=1646727233

https://www.usedvictoria.com/specialty-antique-collector-cars/39396503

dave7

8th March 2022, 11:18

https://api-service-image-cdn.beforward.jp/202111/2999632/BK497579_630385.jpg?w=640

https://jdmwholesale.com/detail/260061576357506e

Another neat JDM car. Suzuki Twin. As in twin seater. A range of 2/3 scale Abath to ...

https://api-service-image-cdn.beforward.jp/202201/3173530/BK667329_d887d8.jpg?w=640

https://jdmwholesale.com/detail/260063586351556e

... and speaking of the Cars movie ...

maarp

10th March 2022, 16:21

1955 Ford COE (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/for-sale/1608335471?undefined)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/84EAAOSwHPFiKibJ/s-l640.webp
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/eIIAAOSwGoViKibT/s-l640.webp

MX5/XJ6

10th March 2022, 20:20

1983 Trans Am 5 speed (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/guelph/1983-trans-am-5-speed/1594121369)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/l8YAAOSwPBNhkHb5/s-l640.webp

What's not to like? Pop-ups, 5-speed, t-tops, and Miata 97 R stance. :D

Naww front end needs lifted.....

MX5/XJ6

10th March 2022, 20:23

1955 Ford COE (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/kitchener-waterloo/for-sale/1608335471?undefined)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/84EAAOSwHPFiKibJ/s-l640.webp
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/eIIAAOSwGoViKibT/s-l640.webp

I want that so I can be known around town as the Coe Ho. :thumbs:

MX5/XJ6

10th March 2022, 20:25

And look at that face! I can't believe one of those didn't make it into the movie Cars.

She's got jowels, I'll give her that......

MX5/XJ6

10th March 2022, 20:28

1983 Trans Am 5 speed (https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/guelph/1983-trans-am-5-speed/1594121369)

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/l8YAAOSwPBNhkHb5/s-l640.webp

What's not to like? Pop-ups, 5-speed, t-tops, and Miata 97 R stance. :D

Bit of an initial mindbend with those early 80s Z28/late 80s Camaro RS alloys......

BetweenMiatas

10th March 2022, 22:54

I want that so I can be known around town as the Coe Ho. :thumbs:

I'll call you that, if you like. For a price.

MX5/XJ6

11th March 2022, 00:31

I'll call you that, if you like. For a price.

I have a very shiny nickel!

Orangello

11th March 2022, 16:37

https://huntsville.craigslist.org/cto/d/cullman-1976-lotus-eclat-sprint/7452404228.html

"This is a good opportunity to own a 1976 Lotus ECLAT Sprint ... cheap !!! At age 79 I am retiring from my restoration business, and this is just one of several that are in the restoration process. My family has no interest, and I am motivated. Serious ?? Call me for details, as work continues, the Lotus and price will change Dave
Google OldSchool Restorations of North Alabama"

Now who was it in alabammer who wanted to have a parking lot for a yard again...

BetweenMiatas

11th March 2022, 20:55

I have a very shiny nickel!

That's just the sort of thing a Coe Ho would say!

BetweenMiatas

11th March 2022, 20:57

https://huntsville.craigslist.org/cto/d/cullman-1976-lotus-eclat-sprint/7452404228.html

"This is a good opportunity to own a 1976 Lotus ECLAT Sprint ... cheap !!! At age 79 I am retiring from my restoration business, and this is just one of several that are in the restoration process. My family has no interest, and I am motivated. Serious ?? Call me for details, as work continues, the Lotus and price will change Dave
Google OldSchool Restorations of North Alabama"

Now who was it in alabammer who wanted to have a parking lot for a yard again...

Honestly, what he's got so far looks pretty good... in the photos.