OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 ...are there any TBD car enthusiasts out there with "rides of pride", collections/show veicles or a purchase in your near future that you may share ala pics and/or descriptions?....will delete if no interest as a courtesy..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 i've recently began debating the process of finding a 1967 21 window VW Bus, not sure i'll be able to afford it, but I'm doing some early digging into the feasibility of it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RaoulDuke79 Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 I can appreciate a nice car/truck, but I've never had the time, effort or money to make it a hobby. We're finally without car payments and its awesome. I have a 13 Tacoma with 70K miles and I'll probably drive it for another 5 years. There's a ton a awesome rides out there that I pass on the street and think, man it would be nice to have that. Then I think about paying for it and shake my head. Its nuts that a high end pickup truck is essentially a mortgage payment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 18, 2019 Author Share Posted July 18, 2019 (edited) 21 minutes ago, The Poojer said: i've recently began debating the process of finding a 1967 21 window VW Bus, not sure i'll be able to afford it, but I'm doing some early digging into the feasibility of it ..Dave Kindig from Kindigit Designs did one....absolutely awesome...... Edited July 18, 2019 by OldTimeAFLGuy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 31 minutes ago, The Poojer said: i've recently began debating the process of finding a 1967 21 window VW Bus, not sure i'll be able to afford it, but I'm doing some early digging into the feasibility of it Driving with a friend recently he pointed out a parked VW Bus. What a flashback! It looked to me like they left Woodstock, and were still trying to find their way home! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted July 18, 2019 Share Posted July 18, 2019 Soon as I find myself with a small lump of money: Probably the most aesthetically pleasing American car, in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) I had a 66 chevelle pro street car. Black car. Sold the car for practical nothing thirty five years ago. Edited July 19, 2019 by Helpmenow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mead107 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I like new Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Within the next 2-3 years I’m looking at buying a 2003-2004 “Terminator” Mustang SVT Cobra convertible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 minutes ago, mrags said: Within the next 2-3 years I’m looking at buying a 2003-2004 “Terminator” Mustang SVT Cobra convertible. My buddy has a 2003 triple black convertible SVT cobra with 10,000 miles Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 1 minute ago, Helpmenow said: My buddy has a 2003 triple black convertible SVT cobra with 10,000 miles Where do you live and can I drive it? Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) 10 minutes ago, mrags said: Within the next 2-3 years I’m looking at buying a 2003-2004 “Terminator” Mustang SVT Cobra convertible. We rented a red Mustang convertible on a trip to Northern California. I’m only 6’1” and I didn’t fit well. It blocked my vision! But the funny part is.....the first night we stayed in Monterey. I woke up as the wife comes out of the bathroom. She said “I’m nervous about driving south on the highway, right next to the cliffs”. I said “don’t be silly, this is America, not a Third World country. We have guard rails and reliable safety measures”. So.....I then click the ON button for the TV, and the first words we hear are....”and last night, a couple fell 400 feet to their death driving south on the.....” . Edited July 19, 2019 by Augie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 4 minutes ago, Augie said: We rented a red Mustang convertible on a trip to Northern California. I’m only 6’1” and I didn’t fit well. It blocked my vision! But the funny part is.....the first night we stayed in Monterey. I woke up as the wife comes out of the bathroom. She said “I’m nervous about driving south on the highway, right next to the cliffs”. I said “don’t be silly, this is America, not a Third World country. We have guard rails and reliable safety measures”. So.....I then click the ON button for the TV, and the first words we hear are....”and last night, a couple fell 400 feet to their death driving south on the.....” . That’s a crazy story. And I’m far from a small guy. I owned a 1999 mustang convertible in the past. I probably won’t fit as well as I used to. But the “Terminator” is an icon of late 90s early 2000s. I’ve had my mind in the body style since I traded my 99 in back in 04. I will have my Cobra. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Augie Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 3 minutes ago, mrags said: That’s a crazy story. And I’m far from a small guy. I owned a 1999 mustang convertible in the past. I probably won’t fit as well as I used to. But the “Terminator” is an icon of late 90s early 2000s. I’ve had my mind in the body style since I traded my 99 in back in 04. I will have my Cobra. I hope you get it, and I hope to see it at a tail gate one day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BringBackFergy Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 44 minutes ago, mrags said: That’s a crazy story. And I’m far from a small guy. I owned a 1999 mustang convertible in the past. I probably won’t fit as well as I used to. But the “Terminator” is an icon of late 90s early 2000s. I’ve had my mind in the body style since I traded my 99 in back in 04. I will have my Cobra. Can I borrow it when it comes out of the shop? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 1 minute ago, BringBackFergy said: Can I borrow it when it comes out of the shop? Lol. Yeah. After it’s in the shop for a Kenne Belle or Whipple supercharger upgrade and I’m smoking fools with 500+Hp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 4 hours ago, mrags said: Within the next 2-3 years I’m looking at buying a 2003-2004 “Terminator” Mustang SVT Cobra convertible. I have a 2002 Roush Stage I convertible with 23,000 original miles for sale now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeGOATski Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 9 hours ago, Joe in Winslow said: Soon as I find myself with a small lump of money: Probably the most aesthetically pleasing American car, in my opinion. Ruined by cheesy flame decals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Brown Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 I'm enthused if it starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 19 minutes ago, LeGOATski said: Ruined by cheesy flame decals Yes, I'd have an inverse two tone paint job black and silver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ridgewaycynic2013 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 10 hours ago, Helpmenow said: I had a 66 chevelle pro street car. Black car. Sold the car for practical nothing thirty five years ago. Hence your screen name...? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 11 hours ago, Joe in Winslow said: Soon as I find myself with a small lump of money: Probably the most aesthetically pleasing American car, in my opinion. ,,,certainly agree.....Rivieras from that era are sharp....probably megabucks at Streetside...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 2 hours ago, Ridgewaycynic2013 said: Hence your screen name...? No kidding it worth a lot more now. 7 hours ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: I have a 2002 Roush Stage I convertible with 23,000 original miles for sale now. My wife’s nephew has a 2014 roush with over 800 Horse. He has a lot of money into it now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 14 hours ago, The Poojer said: i've recently began debating the process of finding a 1967 21 window VW Bus, not sure i'll be able to afford it, but I'm doing some early digging into the feasibility of it I hear they are VERY rare and expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 20 minutes ago, Helpmenow said: No kidding it worth a lot more now. My wife’s nephew has a 2014 roush with over 800 Horse. He has a lot of money into it now. ....wow!......mine is stock 260 HP or probably 270 with side exhausts......I was thinking about engine mods, but just bought a 2017 Corvette Grand Sport with 2,700 miles instead.....it was the only year they offered black rose metallic (has Kalahari/camel leather).....going to keep the 2015 Camaro 2SS RS convertible.....actually is an Indy Commemorative Edition that GM execs drove for Indy 500 Speedweek......have #49 of 100 plate and all of the paperwork of the Indy driver they drove around the track.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasons1992 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 Three cars, in order of what I want. 1. 1963 split rear window Corvette 2. 1970 1/2 Chevelle, in Hugger orange with white stripes down the middle 3. A new Acura NSX. I don't have any money but I am proud of getting my 2005 Honda CR-V to 274k currently. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helpmenow Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 The new C8 looks great, can’t wait for Z06 and the zoro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) My first car: I was always partial to the early Japanese tuners. Would be nice to get hands on an early 240Z if they weren't such rust buckets: 1970 Datsun- Edited July 19, 2019 by ExiledInIllinois 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 9 hours ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: I have a 2002 Roush Stage I convertible with 23,000 original miles for sale now. I’m pretty sold on the Cobra as it’s just built far superior to any of the other models for it’s time. But I’d love to see yours. You have a pic? And what’s your price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark80 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) Current ride - 2018 BMW M240 xDrive. Small, fast little coupe. 0-60 in 4.2 stock with phenomenal handling and balance. Uses the same engine as the new Z4 and the new Toyota Supra (believe it or not). Have had it since April 18 and have seen exactly 1 other one on the road. That's why I like it so much, it's a sleeper and you don't see any around. I see a Camaro or Mustang or Challenger every time I go out for a drive. Now, rarely do you see the high end ones of those, but you see a ton of SS's, GTs, and SRTs. Cool, and fast, but too common for me. On the M240 I will be modding intake, exhaust, mid-pipe, and do a performance tune to start, but going to wait until after warranty. Desired rides: 2011 BMW 1M 2019/20 BMW M2 Competition 2007 Audi RS4 1978 Corvette Desired side rides: Toyota 4Runner Jeep Cherokee XJ Edited July 19, 2019 by Mark80 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 tell me about it, they can be above 50K for a fully restored one. I actually wouldn't mind a project car, despite my complete lack of knowledge of cars, repairs etc.....it's probably a pipe dream, but we'll see 2 hours ago, ShadyBillsFan said: I hear they are VERY rare and expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark80 Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 29 minutes ago, The Poojer said: tell me about it, they can be above 50K for a fully restored one. I actually wouldn't mind a project car, despite my complete lack of knowledge of cars, repairs etc.....it's probably a pipe dream, but we'll see More like 100k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 48 minutes ago, mrags said: I’m pretty sold on the Cobra as it’s just built far superior to any of the other models for it’s time. But I’d love to see yours. You have a pic? And what’s your price? ...hopefully attachments worked...... 2002 Ford Mustang Roush Stage I Convertible.docx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poojer Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 yeah, but those are barrett jackson, or similar, cars, you can get beaters to refurb in various marketplaces anywhere from 1500-35K based on condition 15 minutes ago, Mark80 said: More like 100k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 21 minutes ago, OldTimeAFLGuy said: ...hopefully attachments worked...... 2002 Ford Mustang Roush Stage I Convertible.docx 13.78 kB · 0 downloads Looks very good man. Basically everything I want. I just want the cobra. What are you asking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 New Corvette introduced. 0-60 under 3. Mid engine. GPS to store 1,000 locations. Will raise the nose up, adjust suspension of vehicle up 2 inches (the nose/front) to clear bumps, potholes, driveway grade, etc.. Not a bad super-car for $60K base! Fords blow... My Brother just picked up an '18 Grand Sport... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Say When... Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 12 minutes ago, ExiledInIllinois said: New Corvette introduced. 0-60 under 3. Mid engine. GPS to store 1,000 locations. Will raise the nose up, adjust suspension of vehicle up 2 inches (the nose/front) to clear bumps, potholes, driveway grade, etc.. Not a bad super-car for $60K base! Fords blow... My Brother just picked up an '18 Grand Sport... no doubt it'll be quite a vehicle, i just think it's losing it's 'merica identity, looks like a NSX and Lambo had a baby; now if the public reacts positively then they did it right but i look at your true blue vette dude (or chick) as having that non-european appeal. for the last 3 years i had 3 Caddy's in my driveway, i'm just in love with where the brand is now: 2017 CTS V 2017 XT5 (Wife's car) 2012 CTS V wagon - in the garage, covered... Truthfully i'm getting to that point that getting in and out of cars 3 inches from the ground is a PITA and i like the fact crossovers are getting the high end 'supercar' mentality so i've Carmaxed my 2017 V and ordered a Jag F-Pace SVR (that Jag just delayed the build date 1 month ?) and i'll trade in my Wife's car and that will be our sole daily driver. i love cars and appreciate them, rarely am i jealous as i'm just happy someone owns it and is taking good care of it. i love the new technology thats coming to cars and am excited to see it all unfold. i still have that retirement dream or restoring a 67 camaro convertible (427) but my ambitions might be greater than my ability. am i the only one stoked to see the autonomous driving functionality? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 24 minutes ago, ExiledInIllinois said: New Corvette introduced. 0-60 under 3. Mid engine. GPS to store 1,000 locations. Will raise the nose up, adjust suspension of vehicle up 2 inches (the nose/front) to clear bumps, potholes, driveway grade, etc.. Not a bad super-car for $60K base! Fords blow... My Brother just picked up an '18 Grand Sport... The new Mustang chews up and spits out lame Bowties https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a25862095/2020-ford-mustang-shelby-gt500-photos-info/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted July 19, 2019 Author Share Posted July 19, 2019 35 minutes ago, mrags said: Looks very good man. Basically everything I want. I just want the cobra. What are you asking? ...starting at $15,495.......just put $2,000 into Nitto Extreme tires and Motorsport rims as well as $450 to replace front calipers/pads.....passed NYS Inspection June 2019... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledInIllinois Posted July 19, 2019 Share Posted July 19, 2019 (edited) 13 minutes ago, Say When... said: no doubt it'll be quite a vehicle, i just think it's losing it's 'merica identity, looks like a NSX and Lambo had a baby; now if the public reacts positively then they did it right but i look at your true blue vette dude (or chick) as having that non-european appeal. for the last 3 years i had 3 Caddy's in my driveway, i'm just in love with where the brand is now: 2017 CTS V 2017 XT5 (Wife's car) 2012 CTS V wagon - in the garage, covered... Truthfully i'm getting to that point that getting in and out of cars 3 inches from the ground is a PITA and i like the fact crossovers are getting the high end 'supercar' mentality so i've Carmaxed my 2017 V and ordered a Jag F-Pace SVR (that Jag just delayed the build date 1 month ?) and i'll trade in my Wife's car and that will be our sole daily driver. i love cars and appreciate them, rarely am i jealous as i'm just happy someone owns it and is taking good care of it. i love the new technology thats coming to cars and am excited to see it all unfold. i still have that retirement dream or restoring a 67 camaro convertible (427) but my ambitions might be greater than my ability. am i the only one stoked to see the autonomous driving functionality? Fair enough. I prefer the more raw go-kart feel. Have this exact vehicle (2014), 6-speed. Still does a respectable 0-60 in 6 (not tuned) with a 142 top end... Twin-Turbo, with overboost. Has rev matching. It will get up there and hold it's own... Still almost 4,000 pounds curb weight... I let my son drive it... Probably just give it to him. Chews through snow with a set of 16" Blizzaks: Great year round daily driver. Gets close to 40mpg on highway and around 25mpg in SportMode, driving it hard. Edited July 19, 2019 by ExiledInIllinois Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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