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Posted: 4/27/2020 5:58:17 PM EDT
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1967 Pontiac GTO all black or a 2015 or so Dodge Challenger Scat pack.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:01:40 PM EDT
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1st: '79 ElCamino w/ 427 tall deck truck engine. I thought I'd own it forever. I sold it to fund lawn equipment for a new house. Also, gas went to over $4.
 Attached File2nd: Cobra kit car. I didn't build it. I figured I'd just sell it as needed like the first.   Attached File |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:07:06 PM EDT
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1940 Ford business coupe. Many specific specs. 1950's Cadillac ambulance V-8, Tremec 6 speed, A/C, pwr steering, brakes, mustang II front subframe, Restmod. Looks old, drives new!
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:07:12 PM EDT
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Mine, I've had it for a few years. It wasn't free though :'(
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:09:56 PM EDT
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I could have fun for a long time with something like this:
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:10:41 PM EDT
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I'll take a GT2 RS in Mexico Blue, Chrono, standard brakes (no ceramic please). Otherwise delete all other options.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:13:20 PM EDT
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Probably this, but not this color.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:13:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryThis or even an 05-06 GT |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:15:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 2020 BMW M8 Convertible. This exact spec in the picture. https://cnet2.cbsistatic.com/img/uR3tQlZ0OYVPIT0GgKFYTegryk8=/2019/06/05/0eeeaaa1-db5a-45dd-b16e-e56ad1d8f295/2020-bmw-m8-competition-5.jpg My brothers neighbor just bought one two weeks ago. Last week, his family was unable to get a hold of him so they called my brother and he went over there with a key and found him dead in bed. Died of a heart attack in his sleep. My brother said that the neighbor did love that car though, the few times he got to drive it. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:15:58 PM EDT
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I think that of all of the cars which id love to own, a supercharged Auburn speedster would have to be to one if only one were allowed.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:21:38 PM EDT
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Pro touring 67/68 Camaro or 66/67 Chevelle.
Nicely modded 1985 Blazer |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:22:21 PM EDT
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 Always loved the Porsche 993. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:22:57 PM EDT
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Lexus LC500 Inspiration Series
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:29:15 PM EDT
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After owning several 67 ~ 70's Camaro's I think I'm in the mood for something different. I've always had a thing for early 60's Mopar B Bodies and eventually I'll have one..  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:36:58 PM EDT
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There's something about Ferrari Dinos for me. A David Lee modded one would be awesome.
 David Lee's 1972 Dino Monza 3.6 Evo - Jay Leno's Garage |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:41:41 PM EDT
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I almost bought one of these before my wife talked some sense in to me. However, if I was given one, I would be perfectly fine with that.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:48:29 PM EDT
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Can I wait until the Zora Corvette is available?
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:48:55 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryCars don’t really do anything for me...but that looks pretty good so I’ll go with that. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:50:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: There's something about Ferrari Dinos for me. A David Lee modded one would be awesome.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qnt0DNqJYvMI wanted to post this but my current income couldn't support keeping it. I've had a thing for Dinos for a long time, I remember when you could get one for $20-25k. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:52:54 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:57:35 PM EDT
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2020 v8 Camaro 10spd auto
I'm simple. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:59:16 PM EDT
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I always wanted a Raptor since undergrad.
Bought one last year. Next up is probably a 66-77 Bronco if I can find a body that isn't five figures and full of rust. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 6:59:49 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:00:08 PM EDT
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Something like this '55 on an Art Morrison (or similar) chassis with a supercharged LS, AC, discs, etc....
 A Chevelle with similar treatment would be cool too. 
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:10:39 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:16:01 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:21:01 PM EDT
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Ariel Atom
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:21:29 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Cadillac CTS-V wagon (wagon!) 6 speed manual YES !!!! My man.... |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:26:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: AC Cobra. Probably just a kit car. I would have picked this, but my son has the family corner on wanting one. So I'd pick a classic Deuce highboy with a Duval windshield.  Attached FileBut really I'd like to have back my '70 LS6 SS454 that I bought new off the showroom floor. 
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:30:11 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: He didn't say daily driver. That would really change the math. What is the point in owning a car if you don’t drive it 
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:31:17 PM EDT
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1970 Cougar Eliminator
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:33:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I've had a thing for Dinos for a long time, I remember when you could get one for $20-25k. I remember. Last year I got curious and checked prices.  Nevermind.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:37:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What is the point in owning a car if you don’t drive it Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: He didn't say daily driver. That would really change the math. What is the point in owning a car if you don’t drive it There's a difference between something you drive on weekends and maybe use for commutes when the weather is nice vs something that's going to see a gazillion miles, heavy traffic, severe weather, and road salt. I dream about cars that would be good for the former. The latter is more dictated by practical requirements. If I had to daily drive one vehicle for the rest of my life, and it actually had to survive in this area, I'd probably be looking at a Ford Super Duty with the aluminum body and a gas engine. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:38:08 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 1974 Ford Highboy.https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/115870/53FC046E-EE2A-4DEF-B81C-40FA4148B343_jpe-1389309.JPG This right here. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:40:08 PM EDT
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Porsche 959
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:41:53 PM EDT
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Some LHD converted forbidden fruit.
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:45:51 PM EDT
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Right now I'd probably pick a brand new loaded tacoma or something like that since I'm in the market for a truck.
Otherwise I'd go with a RHD Nissan GT-R R34 or a 1995 Acura NSX-R |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:55:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not with the aerokit I want.  Love ducktail spoilers. Also want the PDK over the manual.   I’m ashamed FOR you... TC |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 7:58:46 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: 1940 Ford business coupe. Many specific specs. 1950's Cadillac ambulance V-8, Tremec 6 speed, A/C, pwr steering, brakes, mustang II front subframe, Restmod. Looks old, drives new! https://cdn.dealeraccelerate.com/smc/5/94/10889/790x1024/1940-ford-coupe-resto-mod  TC |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:00:09 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:03:24 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: For some of you that dream of an older classic car, let me be the unpleasant cold shower of reality that is pissing down on your parade. I owned my dream car - which was a 1971-73 Mustang (351 Cobra Jet V8, Ram Air, etc.). It was awesome. It was in perfect condition, and everything work - including the A/C. I would drive in on the weekends, and have a HUGE grin on my face the entire time. It made a wonderful noise, and it was everything I imagined. This one was a TINY bit souped up (electronic ignition and some engine mods, but otherwise very correct) so it was also pretty damn fast off the line. Then it developed a weird electrical fault. Sometimes when idling - typically at a red light - the engine would just die, and refuse to restart. I had experts look at it, and I tried to repair it myself - tried a variety of things. It took a LONG time to figure it out (it eventually involved rebuilding the distributor). Meanwhile, I got stranded at least five or six times (after thinking it was fixed). Sometimes I got towed, and sometimes I tried to fix it, and sometimes I waited it out for about an hour - and then it would eventually start again. So that kind of killed a lot of the enjoyment - for about a year and a half I was unable to drive it with any enjoyment, because I would be constantly nervous that it would suddenly die. Instead of a relaxing weekend drive, it was either stressful, or it was stressful AND infuriating (when it would die again). After that was FINALLY fixed, it developed a weird overheating problem. For no apparent reason, the engine would suddenly start to overheat. Sometimes it would stay really high, and other times it would eventually drop back down again. There didn't seem to be a particular pattern at all. Again, this RUINED any enjoyment of just going out for a fun drive. Instead of relaxing and enjoying the car, I would be constantly staring at the temperature gauge - and would be paranoid that it would suddenly overheat. Once it did, I would get super-worried and try to limp home. This problem literally took years to figure out, and involved replacing a lot of parts, and concerns about a cracked block, etc. So although I had my actual dream car - eventually the joy of owning it turned into hassle, annoyance and irritation - and literally for the last three-four years that I owned it, I was unable to enjoy driving it.  Of course, the GOOD thing about something like a classic Mustang is that it is relatively cheap to repair and maintain, since ALL of the parts are currently being made and available at pretty low cost, and the cars are relatively simple to work on. Imagine having my experience, but with a 60s Ferrari or Porsche or Aston Martin or something like that. The cost would be ruinous. Anyway - here's a picture of the gorgeous old girl: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/32274.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/31506.JPG So, you’re saying I should pass on that ‘83 911SC for $20k? TC |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:04:04 PM EDT
[#42]
392 Challenger
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:05:57 PM EDT
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In the spirit of following the rules I have to throw out most of the cars that immediately come to mind. I am unwilling to spend a fortune in outsourcing the maintenance and if the car was too expensive I would be afraid to drive and enjoy it.
Given those criteria I think I will have to stick with my 1977 911s. The cost of upkeep is within my comfort level (most days) and the repairs my skill level (so far). It certainly isn't fast by todays standards but that flat six still sounds sweet. I have owned it for 36 years already so it is a good bet it isn't going anywhere.  Attached File Attached File |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:09:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: To play devils advocate: For the purposes of this thread where we are keeping these cars for a lifetime, all of the cars mentioned here will eventually get to this phase. I don't know entirely what the future brings, but right now I would envision that it's going to be easier to keep a 70s muscle car going than a modern day Porsche in forty years. There is just a whole lot less going on on the Mustang. That said I'd still take the Porsche and certainly try my hardest at keeping it going. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: For some of you that dream of an older classic car, let me be the unpleasant cold shower of reality that is pissing down on your parade. I owned my dream car - which was a 1971-73 Mustang (351 Cobra Jet V8, Ram Air, etc.). It was awesome. It was in perfect condition, and everything work - including the A/C. I would drive in on the weekends, and have a HUGE grin on my face the entire time. It made a wonderful noise, and it was everything I imagined. This one was a TINY bit souped up (electronic ignition and some engine mods, but otherwise very correct) so it was also pretty damn fast off the line. Then it developed a weird electrical fault. Sometimes when idling - typically at a red light - the engine would just die, and refuse to restart. I had experts look at it, and I tried to repair it myself - tried a variety of things. It took a LONG time to figure it out (it eventually involved rebuilding the distributor). Meanwhile, I got stranded at least five or six times (after thinking it was fixed). Sometimes I got towed, and sometimes I tried to fix it, and sometimes I waited it out for about an hour - and then it would eventually start again. So that kind of killed a lot of the enjoyment - for about a year and a half I was unable to drive it with any enjoyment, because I would be constantly nervous that it would suddenly die. Instead of a relaxing weekend drive, it was either stressful, or it was stressful AND infuriating (when it would die again). After that was FINALLY fixed, it developed a weird overheating problem. For no apparent reason, the engine would suddenly start to overheat. Sometimes it would stay really high, and other times it would eventually drop back down again. There didn't seem to be a particular pattern at all. Again, this RUINED any enjoyment of just going out for a fun drive. Instead of relaxing and enjoying the car, I would be constantly staring at the temperature gauge - and would be paranoid that it would suddenly overheat. Once it did, I would get super-worried and try to limp home. This problem literally took years to figure out, and involved replacing a lot of parts, and concerns about a cracked block, etc. So although I had my actual dream car - eventually the joy of owning it turned into hassle, annoyance and irritation - and literally for the last three-four years that I owned it, I was unable to enjoy driving it. Of course, the GOOD thing about something like a classic Mustang is that it is relatively cheap to repair and maintain, since ALL of the parts are currently being made and available at pretty low cost, and the cars are relatively simple to work on. Imagine having my experience, but with a 60s Ferrari or Porsche or Aston Martin or something like that. The cost would be ruinous. Anyway - here's a picture of the gorgeous old girl: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/32274.JPG https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/31506.JPG To play devils advocate: For the purposes of this thread where we are keeping these cars for a lifetime, all of the cars mentioned here will eventually get to this phase. I don't know entirely what the future brings, but right now I would envision that it's going to be easier to keep a 70s muscle car going than a modern day Porsche in forty years. There is just a whole lot less going on on the Mustang. That said I'd still take the Porsche and certainly try my hardest at keeping it going. That’s a good point. My counter-point is that I will probably be lucky to live another 10 year.  So hopefully the Porsche will still be pretty reliable in that window. If I live much longer than that, my plan is to convert my 911 into a Rally/Safari RS clone:   
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:14:03 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:17:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: That’s a good point. My counter-point is that I will probably be lucky to live another 10 year. So hopefully the Porsche will still be pretty reliable in that window. If I live much longer than that, my plan is to convert my 911 into a Rally/Safari RS clone: https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/114FE848-6579-4317-B6C9-DB5E4577BC15-1058417.jpg https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/E1814815-45C2-4B1D-98D3-349425ECB4D2-1058415.jpg https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/1715/45CA36A4-CC29-48A7-BEEC-4C94F2780C71-1058416.jpg I fully support this. If the air cooled Porsche price bubble ever bursts a Safari build is on my list. A 912 for me though. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:18:37 PM EDT
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Nice thread OP
GT2 RS for me, I like boost. Nardo gray. I’m planning to buy a 997 turbo within the year to suffice till I have more $. 
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:24:11 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:26:56 PM EDT
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 '63 Split Window Sting Ray. I helped a bud in HS restore one, he added the factory side pipes, and it was a pussy magnet. Unfortunately, he was T-boned by a teen in a lifted truck back in 1999. Kid blew a red light, and caved in the entire passenger's side. Bud walked away with only a few cuts/bruises, but the car was beyond repair. When he called the kid's insurance agent, the guy literally puked over the phone when he heard what the driver had hit. Kid's dad(turned out to be a local politico, and kid thought daddy's name would bail him out) had to cough up over $120K out of pocket, as the kid only had $25K of coverage. |
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Posted: 4/27/2020 8:31:28 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryI'll go with this one. These are fairly simple mechanically so shouldn't be too hard to keep on the road. Since I did have to pay for my dream car, I went with the NSX. It is cheap to maintain and appreciates in value. |
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