I'm thinking of creating a recurring sticky thread where you can share your most current thinking on what an appealing next car for you might be.
I think my next car will be a little smaller than what I have now. My lower body's in good shape again so I'm no longer stickshift-averse. I'm thinking my next car will be a fun and smaller four cylinder model, with a small turbo.
ND MX-5.
MQB VW GTI. This car is getting amazing reviews.
Subaru WRX.
Toyobaru FreezeBreeze, probably more Breeze than Freeze.
Mini Cooper S.
Fiesta ST.
I won't be buying for at least a year or two, so I'm not in any hurry. I'll sell my car when my warranty runs out, because I don't want to be liable for PRHT repairs. Plus, I've had my fun with 300+hp...
Any driveable Miata <$2000.
Focus ST Tangerine Scream.
FIRST,
I want a people hauler. 5 people for longer trips= larger SUV/crossover or minivan. Since I might get a small camp trailer in a couple years, I kind of lean to SUV/Crossover more than minivan. Probably looking in the $5-11k range. Currently My list goes (my most preferable to least)
-Flex, Pilot, Highlander, SRX, Explorer
-Odyssey, Sienna, Caravan, Montana
THEN,
-Miata, other convertible
No changes for me for awhile. 4runner replacement is probably 2-3 years out, will be another SUV possibly another 4runner.
GTI for the win.
G37 is rocking ~76k miles and all is well. No new car currently appeals so I'll be holding onto it for a time.
My next car will be in roughly 2.5 to 3 years. The Explorer will be relegated to towing the boat and winter highway driving, and we decided to keep the Infiniti. So the next vehicle will be a car,and it will be my daily driver since the only time I drive the Infiniti now is when we go out for dinner. I will be getting something sporty but with a usable backseat since both my kids are monsters. At that point I might be able to get a used low mileage Gen 2 Charger SRT-8, Gen 2 CTS-V, or XF Supercharged for a reasonable price. I thought about a G8 GT, but low mileage examples are still outrageously priced. I'm leaning towards the CTS-V (fingers crossed for a wagon) because it's the best of the three, but it's also available with a stick.
For me, I don't plan on replacing the Kizashi for at least another five years when the warranty expires. I really love the car and if it's still running well and replacement parts aren't too hard to come by, I'll just hold on to it until it dies.
Unless my life situation changes drastically when that time comes, I'll likely go back to a 4x4 pickup or SUV. Something along the lines of a 4Runner/Tacoma/F150. They're just so useful if you only own one vehicle, and I do enjoy exploring back roads/trails.
Fiat, Alfa, Saab probably. Probably waiting until I'm out of Boise.
Quote from: GoCougs on January 11, 2015, 05:22:41 PM
GTI for the win.
G37 is rocking ~76k miles and all is well. No new car currently appeals so I'll be holding onto it for a time.
But Jesus, not that I've got my ski rack and snow tires on, and throw in this region's :facepalm: use of ethanol-laced fuel, I'm getting ~17 mpg...
Lease on the S5 Sportback runs out in May 2016, so I will be in selection mode for real around the end of the year.
Short list has the following on it:
Maserati Ghibli
Jaguar XE
Depending on whether they make it in time or not, it could also include:
Alfa Giulia
B9 generation of Audi S4/S5
The Abarth is a keeper, so no plans to replace it........ ever!
(http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-p82spcJ_nCM/Tv_VYAacZQI/AAAAAAAAHhw/0tOjt95Cb8g/s400/DSC_1055.jpg)
Quote from: HotRodPilot on January 12, 2015, 02:03:40 AM
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A used manual compact or subcompact, 2010 or newer
My sort of BF is trying to talk me into a Fiat 500. He had one and regrets getting rid of it for his ILX
Quote from: 2o6 on January 12, 2015, 06:23:26 AM
A used manual compact or subcompact, 2010 or newer
My sort of BF is trying to talk me into a Fiat 500. He had one and regrets getting rid of it for his ILX
Abarf
New Mustang is at the top of my list. I'll likely wait for the 2016 model to see if Ford makes any updates in response to somewhat lukewarm reviews from the press and the all new 2016 Camaro.
Jeep replacement might be something like the new Land Rover Disco Sport or Evoque. Maybe a Porsche Macan? Raptor??? At the rate its falling apart, I'm guessing this is going to occur sooner than later.
Car wise I still don't see a good new car replacement for the RX8... Push comes to shove, maybe an S3 or M235i. Maybe a used IS-F. Don't know... GT350 mustang?
The Focus will live forever or until I become a millionaire.
I think anyone here could guess my list but here it goes anyway.
Nothing new until December of 2015 at the soonest if the year goes well, this year my budget is blown with wedding related expenses I can barely hold on to what I've already got.
Most probable:
One of:
- Slightly used F10 M5
- New CTS-V
One of:
- New M2
- New M4 Competition Package (I am sure this is coming)
- New Boxster GTS
- Used 911S/911GTS/911GT3/911TT
Quote from: r0tor on January 12, 2015, 08:29:04 AM
At the rate its falling apart, I'm guessing this is going to occur sooner than later.
Seriously? Isn't the jeep still fairly new?
Quote from: MX793 on January 12, 2015, 07:14:26 AM
New Mustang is at the top of my list. I'll likely wait for the 2016 model to see if Ford makes any updates in response to somewhat lukewarm reviews from the press and the all new 2016 Camaro.
I only read one lukewarm review. The rest have been glowing.
Quote from: Lebowski on January 12, 2015, 09:36:05 AM
Seriously? Isn't the jeep still fairly new?
It's a Jeep though.
Quote from: Lebowski on January 12, 2015, 09:36:05 AM
Seriously? Isn't the jeep still fairly new?
4 years old... Blown shock replaced a few months ago - took 2 weeks to find a shock due to availability. Something intermittent in the brake system is going wrong. Half, yes half, the engine has an extended warranty because engines are popping left and right... Coworker just had his done. More recalls then I can keep track of - and of course Chrysler won't offer any rental to fix them so its always up to you to make it work.
Fuck chrysler
Quote from: MexicoCityM3 on January 12, 2015, 09:27:53 AM
I think anyone here could guess my list but here it goes anyway.
Nothing new until December of 2015 at the soonest if the year goes well, this year my budget is blown with wedding related expenses I can barely hold on to what I've already got.
Most probable:
One of:
- Slightly used F10 M5
- New CTS-V
One of:
- New M2
- New M4 Competition Package (I am sure this is coming)
- New Boxster GTS
- Used 911S/911GTS/911GT3/911TT
You're going to have one super cool garage, man.
You're going to drive $130k+ worth of cars and make your wife drive a focus? :wtf: :lol:
Quote from: dazzleman on January 12, 2015, 09:56:37 AM
You're going to have one super cool garage, man.
I hope so, nothing is certain it depends completely on our performance over the next couple of years.
Quote from: MrH on January 12, 2015, 10:10:32 AM
You're going to drive $130k+ worth of cars and make your wife drive a focus? :wtf: :lol:
In my case, wife will get a house at some point in the next couple of years. So, not a Focus but the MINI will do fine until its warranty runs out (2.5 years from now).
Quote from: MrH on January 12, 2015, 10:10:32 AM
You're going to drive $130k+ worth of cars and make your wife drive a focus? :wtf: :lol:
I can't fathom giving a typical woman the keys to anything more powerful or pricey than a focus
Quote from: MexicoCityM3 on January 12, 2015, 10:28:06 AM
In my case, wife will get a house at some point in the next couple of years. So, not a Focus but the MINI will do fine until its warranty runs out (2.5 years from now).
That was directed at r0tor, not you :hammerhead: :lol:
(http://srv2.betterparts.org/images/jeep-wrangler-unlimited-13.jpg)
(http://www.ridetech.com/33ford/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/car-on-track-still.jpg)
(http://i1.mirror.co.uk/incoming/article1566667.ece/alternates/s615/New%20Fiesta%20ST%20Unveiled%20at%20the%202012%20Geneva%20Motor%20Show.jpg)
Need a bigger garage.
Quote from: r0tor on January 12, 2015, 09:55:27 AM
4 years old... Blown shock replaced a few months ago - took 2 weeks to find a shock due to availability. Something intermittent in the brake system is going wrong. Half, yes half, the engine has an extended warranty because engines are popping left and right... Coworker just had his done. More recalls then I can keep track of - and of course Chrysler won't offer any rental to fix them so its always up to you to make it work.
Fuck chrysler
You shudda went with GM...... :mask:
I'm seriously considering replacing the G8 this spring if all goes right. I was gonna wait for the new Camaro to debut but I'm gonna spend over 30K for my next vehicle. At that price point more than likley I'll be in another C6 until C7s fall into my range.
Quote from: SVT666 on January 11, 2015, 09:51:14 PM
I thought about a G8 GT, but low mileage examples are still outrageously priced.
100K on mine but I'll give you a hell of a deal! :cheers:
Quote from: MrH on January 12, 2015, 10:10:32 AM
You're going to drive $130k+ worth of cars and make your wife drive a focus? :wtf: :lol:
Good point you brought up. Does she really need a new focus? Maybe a used neon or older w body?
Get her into something older and cheaper and maybe use the saved money for an upgraded leather option on one of the new cars.
Quote from: MrH on January 12, 2015, 11:35:32 AM
That was directed at r0tor, not you :hammerhead: :lol:
:lol:
Quote from: FlatBlackCaddy on January 12, 2015, 12:06:35 PM
Good point you brought up. Does she really need a new focus? Maybe a used neon or older w body?
Get her into something older and cheaper and maybe use the saved money for an upgraded leather option on one of the new cars.
I still have nightmares and oil stains from her last beater neon.
Quote from: Gotta-Qik-G8 on January 12, 2015, 12:01:42 PM
You shudda went with GM...... :mask:
I'm seriously considering replacing the G8 this spring if all goes right. I was gonna wait for the new Camaro to debut but I'm gonna spend over 30K for my next vehicle. At that price point more than likley I'll be in another C6 until C7s fall into my range.
I think it says a lot about Chrysler reliability when I'm considering going BRITISH with a replacement...
Quote from: r0tor on January 12, 2015, 12:45:44 PM
I think it says a lot about Chrysler reliability when I'm considering going BRITISH with a replacement...
:lol:
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 12, 2015, 11:42:21 AM
(http://www.ridetech.com/33ford/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/car-on-track-still.jpg)
Actually I keep waffling back and forth between the hot rod and the Cobra.
(http://www.cobracountry.com/cobra4salefolder/gaglione-FFR/gaglione-075-1a-640x317.jpg)
All black with gold wheels and gold FIA stripes.
Cobra, obviously.
My FFR priority would be
Cobra
Type 65
GTM
818
then, since they don't make a bathtube that you can put a bike motor in
hot rod kit
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 12, 2015, 03:14:21 PM
Actually I keep waffling back and forth between the hot rod and the Cobra.
(http://www.cobracountry.com/cobra4salefolder/gaglione-FFR/gaglione-075-1a-640x317.jpg)
All black with gold wheels and gold FIA stripes.
Cobra
At the moment, if I had to guess, one of 2000-1 SL500, 2005-11 SLK55, or new GTI.
But it's probably going to be 4+ years.
I read that first car as "2000 SL1"
And I immediately thought, "why the fuck is he loaded and sticking to buying beater Saturns?"
Quote from: 2o6 on January 12, 2015, 05:33:38 PM
I read that first car as "2000 SL1"
And I immediately thought, "why the fuck is he loaded and sticking to buying beater Saturns?"
Those things get 40 mpg easy. Gas prices are bound to go up again, man.
Quote from: FlatBlackCaddy on January 12, 2015, 03:17:11 PM
Cobra, obviously.
My FFR priority would be
Cobra
Type 65
GTM
818
then, since they don't make a bathtube that you can put a bike motor in
hot rod kit
Hot Rod kit would be cool since you can stick super wide wheels all around and it's just as good of a chassis as the Cobra.
Quote from: Gotta-Qik-G8 on January 12, 2015, 04:26:07 PM
Cobra
Leaning that way since I pretty much convinced my dad to build a Hot Rod. Plus a super fast 60's roadster with a nice wood steering wheel is always tempting.
Quote from: Eye of the Tiger on January 12, 2015, 05:35:41 PM
Those things get 40 mpg easy. Gas prices are bound to go up again, man.
Yeah, but the oil mileage sucks.
Quote from: 280Z Turbo on January 12, 2015, 06:13:16 PM
Yeah, but the oil mileage sucks.
My old one drank less oil than my current tree fiddy does. But that car was in immaculate condition compared to most.
If I get this new job, I'll keep the Focus for a little while and then get a new XC90 as a company car. Need to see how it all plays out.
Quote from: CJ on January 12, 2015, 06:20:30 PM
If I get this new job, I'll keep the Focus for a little while and then get a new XC90 as a company car. Need to see how it all plays out.
Why an XC90? Rear seat banging? How old are you man?
Quote from: MexicoCityM3 on January 12, 2015, 06:22:08 PM
Why an XC90? Rear seat banging? How old are you man?
:lol:
XC-90 has always been my favorite SUV.
I'm going to drive this one into the ground like the last one.
My luck I'll end up with another compact black manual sedan. :violin: :wtf:
Ive got a 20 year old rusty f150 with over 200k miles. Why on earth would I want a new vehicle.
Quote from: MexicoCityM3 on January 12, 2015, 06:22:08 PM
Why an XC90? Rear seat banging? How old are you man?
Because the new one is absolutely gorgeous.
Quote from: CJ on January 12, 2015, 06:20:30 PM
If I get this new job, I'll keep the Focus for a little while and then get a new XC90 as a company car. Need to see how it all plays out.
Would you pay for the XC90? That's a lot of dough if you are.
Quote from: Laconian on January 12, 2015, 08:20:26 PM
Would you pay for the XC90? That's a lot of dough if you are.
Yes. Corporate lease is incredible. The service adviser that just left (see where I'm going with this?) pays less than $300 for his S60 T5 lease.
Service writing sucks. Loads of hours, and not as much pay considering how many hours one works
To replace BRZ:
-ND Miata
-997 911
-Boxster S
-Cayman S
I plan on keeping the Genesis for a long time.
Quote from: 2o6 on January 12, 2015, 10:31:05 PM
Service writing sucks. Loads of hours, and not as much pay considering how many hours one works
I already work those hours.
If the GTI does get replaced, it's probably gonna be a WRX but I'm keeping my eye out for a nice used B8 S4
Quote from: 2o6 on January 12, 2015, 05:33:38 PM
I read that first car as "2000 SL1"
And I immediately thought, "why the fuck is he loaded and sticking to buying beater Saturns?"
I'm pretty damn cheap...but not that cheap...
I'd have a new car, but I'm planning on getting my MBA in London beginning next year. So obviously doesn't make sense to buy a car a year and a half before leaving the country for two years. And then when I return I'll probably be pretty focused on funding a down payment on a house (my progress vs that will likely dictate the timeline for buying a new car).
Quote from: TBR on January 13, 2015, 10:12:44 PM
I'm pretty damn cheap...but not that cheap...
I'd have a new car, but I'm planning on getting my MBA in London beginning next year. So obviously doesn't make sense to buy a car a year and a half before leaving the country for two years. And then when I return I'll probably be pretty focused on funding a down payment on a house (my progress vs that will likely dictate the timeline for buying a new car).
Lease something awesome!
(http://image.motortrend.com/f/auto_shows/los_angeles/2011/1111_2011_la_auto_show_2012_dodge_charger_srt8_super_bee_challenger_yellow_jacket/35726335/2012-Dodge-Charger-SRT8-front-three-quarter.jpg)
OR
(http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/72460988.jpg)
OR
(http://www.rarecarsforsaleblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/ctsvbluewagonmanual1a.jpg)
OR (less likely for reliability reasons)
(http://ridesinfo.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/jaguar-xf-2013-11.jpg)
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 13, 2015, 11:24:33 PM
Lease something awesome!
I am definitely too cheap to lease.
2007 - Hyundai Sonata V6 (nanny drives this car and used to shuttle the kids around to their various activities. 110,000 miles. No big problems. Have had to fix/replace minor things. Drives fine. Out of warranty now. Car is paid for.)
2009 - Buick Enclave (wife drives this car to work and used very frequently for any weekend or vacation trips. 110,000 miles. Gave me a scare a few months ago because I thought transmission was toast but ended up just being low on oil. No big problems. Have had to fix/replace minor things. Few interior gadgets quit working like rear passenger compartment heating/AC and front seat heaters/coolers but car still drives great and looks good. Out of warranty now. Car is paid for.)
2013 - VW Beetle (my car. 26,000 miles).
Wife is bugging me for new car, because, she wants one. She wants an Escalade or GMC Yukon or some SUV of that size. I'm trying to hold her back for another year because I don't want to add another @1,000 dollar monthly payment. The Enclave is worth very little on a trade in and I'd love to keep it until 2016. As long as a big powertrain item doesn't kick it, I'll be able to convince her to hold on. Come spring of 2016 (or earlier if some powertrain issue comes up) will replace with something new. No way on the Escalade or GMC Yukon Denali as those are out of budget. Also a pain to fit in the garage. From a cost/space perspective, may try to convince her to agree with a (shudder) minivan. In the end, I myself probably won't go for it either and will get a Lincoln MKT. I think they look cool and the third row is large enough for kids.
Minivans are simply the best for driving on pavement.
I'm wavering between that and a Crossover/SUV because I want to eventually pull a trailer. Minivans top out at about 2500lbs towing.
Like most car guys (I assume) I am almost always daydreaming about my next car, so great thread idea. :lol:
The problem I keep running in to whenever I start thinking about getting a new car is that I like my current car so much. It just fits my preferences perfect. Its AWD with a RWD bias (60% of the power to the rear, and yes you can actually feel the difference in low traction situations), 6MT, and 300+ HP. The only think I am not a big fan of is the size (I'd prefer a 3-series sized car, the A4 grew a bit too much in this last generation IMHO) and I would prefer turbocharging over supercharging, all else being equal.
A 335i could theoretically meet my criteria, but I would lose AWD. If it had a LSD I think I'd be more open to it. When I was shopping originally it also turned out to be more expensive to option out a 335i than a comparably equipped (they way I want it) S4, which seems crazy.
I could see myself getting a DSG or other sequential manual instead of a 6MT is the overall package was better, but I don't think I could ever bring myself to get a regular slushie automatic ever again (and I worry I would get tired of even a DSG after a few months).
I don't think I could bring myself to get another FWD car again. The closest I could ever see myself getting to FWD is a haldex AWD setup.
So with all that said I am curious to see how the next gen A4/S4 turns out. If they switch to a turbo V6 instead of a SC V6 I would probably dive straight in. If they stick with the same SC V6 even upgrading at that point would be a tough sell, unless/until repairs and maintenance becomes too much of a hassle.
Quote from: SJ_GTI on January 15, 2015, 06:52:11 AM
Like most car guys (I assume) I am almost always daydreaming about my next car, so great thread idea. :lol:
The problem I keep running in to whenever I start thinking about getting a new car is that I like my current car so much. It just fits my preferences perfect. Its AWD with a RWD bias (60% of the power to the rear, and yes you can actually feel the difference in low traction situations), 6MT, and 300+ HP. The only think I am not a big fan of is the size (I'd prefer a 3-series sized car, the A4 grew a bit too much in this last generation IMHO) and I would prefer turbocharging over supercharging, all else being equal.
A 335i could theoretically meet my criteria, but I would lose AWD. If it had a LSD I think I'd be more open to it. When I was shopping originally it also turned out to be more expensive to option out a 335i than a comparably equipped (they way I want it) S4, which seems crazy.
I could see myself getting a DSG or other sequential manual instead of a 6MT is the overall package was better, but I don't think I could ever bring myself to get a regular slushie automatic ever again (and I worry I would get tired of even a DSG after a few months).
I don't think I could bring myself to get another FWD car again. The closest I could ever see myself getting to FWD is a haldex AWD setup.
So with all that said I am curious to see how the next gen A4/S4 turns out. If they switch to a turbo V6 instead of a SC V6 I would probably dive straight in. If they stick with the same SC V6 even upgrading at that point would be a tough sell, unless/until repairs and maintenance becomes too much of a hassle.
Chevy SS 6MT
Quote from: 68_427 on January 15, 2015, 06:56:25 AM
Chevy SS 6MT
I actually think that is a decent car (not sure it comes with a 6MT though), but one problem:
Quote from: SJ_GTI on January 15, 2015, 06:52:11 AM
...The only think I am not a big fan of is the size (I'd prefer a 3-series sized car, the A4 grew a bit too much in this last generation IMHO)...
I think the SS is A6 sized (or even bigger).
Quote from: SJ_GTI on January 15, 2015, 09:25:44 AM
I actually think that is a decent car (not sure it comes with a 6MT though), but one problem:
I think the SS is A6 sized (or even bigger).
It got a 6 Speed and MR Shocks for 2015.
Quote from: SJ_GTI on January 15, 2015, 09:25:44 AM
I actually think that is a decent car (not sure it comes with a 6MT though), but one problem:
I think the SS is A6 sized (or even bigger).
The SS is full size, so more like A8 sized.
Quote from: SVT666 on January 15, 2015, 09:54:44 AM
The SS is full size, so more like A8 sized.
Per C&D wheelbase/length:
Chevy SS 114.8/195.5
A6 114.6/194.2
A8 117.8/202.2
If my Si would die tomorrow, I would probably replace it with a GTI and test drive a Fiesta ST at least but probably wouldn't pick up the Fiesta because of how immature it is. Ideally, I'd want a 6spd, 240hp TLX/ILX.
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 15, 2015, 11:23:56 AM
Per C&D wheelbase/length:
Chevy SS 114.8/195.5
A6 114.6/194.2
A8 117.8/202.2
Interesting. I keep reading the SS is a full size car, but those are closer to mid size than full size.
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 15, 2015, 11:23:56 AM
Per C&D wheelbase/length:
Chevy SS 114.8/195.5
A6 114.6/194.2
A8 117.8/202.2
Huh, surprised they aren't bigger. I think my car is around 110/185. You'd think there would be more separation between the A4 and A6. IMHO I would like a car that is under 180 inches long if it is a sedan (not too worried about wheel base, but probably longer the better). If it is a hatchback that is even shorter, so much the better.
N/A V8, 6MT, Magne-Ride? I think the SS is mega awesome and way better than the M5, E63, etc., crowd, which are just not very good cars - too isolated, too automatic, too much power.
Quote from: SVT666 on January 15, 2015, 11:57:59 AM
Interesting. I keep reading the SS is a full size car, but those are closer to mid size than full size.
Is interior volume included also? The SS/G8 are HUGE inside! My car has WAY more interior/trunk space than I'll ever need!
SS/G8 are almost the exact same size as my Genesis. They're basically the only two vehicles that split the 5-series/7-series class. I guess the Accord almost does too.
Also, my coworkers that went to the Detroit auto show came back completely in love with the new miata. They said it's even more roomy than the NC.
:wub:
Can't wait to test drive it. :-O
My husband is a little twitchy about the prospect of getting a very small car again, after the big accident that totaled the Miata on the interstate. I should get him in therapy so I can get my Miata. ;)
I am enjoying the Civic. I like the new Mazda 3... Id be down to replace the Civic with the 2.5 6MT in a couple of years. I think I will replace the bike next year. I want something with ~100HP, <450lb wet weight and an old man friendly riding position. Pretty much anything from an SV1000 to a Speed Triple. Actually really feeling the SV1000S, prob what I will do.
Quote from: Gotta-Qik-G8 on January 12, 2015, 04:26:07 PM
Cobra
Yeah, but not black and gold, unless you're a huge Steelers/rapist fan.
Quote from: Raza on January 18, 2015, 07:53:03 AM
Yeah, but not black and gold, unless you're a huge Steelers/rapist fan.
But then you'd have to eliminate blue and white (Penn St) as well.
Quote from: Raza on January 18, 2015, 07:53:03 AM
Yeah, but not black and gold, unless you're a huge Steelers/rapist fan.
Black/yellow would be Steelers.
I'd love to get a classic car. First thoughts are a '56 Ford Fairlane or a '65 Ford Galaxie. Not sure I'm up to the maintenance though.
Quote from: dazzleman on January 18, 2015, 12:37:44 PM
I'd love to get a classic car. First thoughts are a '56 Ford Fairlane or a '65 Ford Galaxie. Not sure I'm up to the maintenance though.
Any car clubs out your way?
Quote from: FoMoJo on January 18, 2015, 01:48:16 PM
Any car clubs out your way?
I'm sure there are but I'm not plugged in.
Thing is self maintenance/repair is a big part of the allure of the world of classic car ownership ;).
Most places would probably do an oil change or brake or radiator service, but anything beyond that, and it could be a chore to find a reputable place.
Quote from: GoCougs on January 18, 2015, 02:09:38 PM
Thing is self maintenance/repair is a big part of the allure of the world of classic car ownership ;).
Most places would probably do an oil change or brake or radiator service, but anything beyond that, and it could be a chore to find a reputable place.
That's what I'm afraid of.
Quote from: dazzleman on January 18, 2015, 02:03:41 PM
I'm sure there are but I'm not plugged in.
Quote from: dazzleman on January 18, 2015, 02:17:17 PM
That's what I'm afraid of.
Car clubs would have knowledge of the various places to get appropriate service, etc. Typically, they are a very friendly and helpful group. They would, likely, even assist in getting a car that you would be contented with.
Eh, it's not hard to find a place, especially if it's an old American car with carbs. No one can fix a Citroen DS, few are trustworthy enough to fix my 944, but old carbed American cars are all about the same and a dime a dozen. Most enthusiasts in this country have them, most mechanics can fix them. If you want to get picky though, and I would, find an old man mechanic who's selective about the cars they accept (i.e. don't really need the work). They're usually cheap, too. I can think of three or four places I would happily take an old American car in Boise.
If you're buying a super nice/restored/mint/concurs classic, you better not be taking it to Billy Bob's Fix-n-Tow or Maaco ;).
Not many reputable place exist that will put a new fender on a nice '57 Chevy or redo the fuel tank and lines of a '66 Mustang. Too few such cars, parts availability/quality are variable, when working on old cars collateral damage is common (replace coolant and let the heater dry out and watch what happens ;)), and customer satisfaction can be hard. If you do find a kick ass shade tree guy, they seem to always be backed way up, there's fewer of them by the year, they disappear (due to health, even death) often, and they don't have the resources to remedy a major mistake.
Quote from: GoCougs on January 18, 2015, 02:38:58 PM
If you're buying a super nice/restored/mint/concurs classic, you better not be taking it to Billy Bob's Fix-n-Tow or Maaco ;).
Not many reputable place exist that will put a new fender on a nice '57 Chevy or redo the fuel tank and lines of a '66 Mustang. Too few such cars, parts availability/quality are variable, when working on old cars collateral damage is common (replace coolant and let the heater dry out and watch what happens ;)), and customer satisfaction can be hard. If you do find a kick ass shade tree guy, they seem to always be backed way up, there's fewer of them by the year, they disappear (due to health, even death) often, and they don't have the resources to remedy a major mistake.
Uh no. There are all kinds of places.
Dave, I think you're in an excellent spot to own a classic car as a "Sunday driver" with no intentions of doing your own maintenance. Towns like yours are full of guys with disposable income who have those toys but don't do their own work- I'm sure you see the little Alfas, E-types etc. running around in the summers! Just ask one of those guys next time you see one at a gas station who does their work... Or failing that just drive down to Indian Harbor YC and ask those guys :lol:
There are plenty of classic car shops. You can also find independent shade tree guys. A lot are painters at normal shops that will also do stuff on the side. And since they're a painter, they can help with literally anything on the car - mechanical and aesthetic.
I have two guys that have done stuff on my car. One is up in Logan, UT now and the other is back in KY. (Found the second guy thanks to a recommendation from the first). Best way to find a trusty mechanic is to talk to guys who own or work on old cars.
Have you been to the gas station Indian restaurant in Logan? It's excellent.
Dave just get a Galaxie with one of these in it.
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Quote from: Rupert on January 18, 2015, 11:18:17 PM
Have you been to the gas station Indian restaurant in Logan? It's excellent.
No, I think you mentioned it one time but I haven't been up there in a while.
I might choose to buy/install coil overs in a month or two, so that'd be my next chance.
Quote from: 68_427 on January 18, 2015, 11:24:35 PM
Dave just get a Galaxie with one of these in it.
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Just make sure you have a mechanic ride along with you.
When I worked at Pep Boys one of the mechanics mixed up the positive and negative cables on some old American ride. Owner was less than happy.
You worked at Pep Boys? What was that like?
Quote from: SVT666 on January 18, 2015, 03:33:39 PM
Uh no. There are all kinds of places.
No, not really.
Quote from: 12,000 RPM on January 19, 2015, 08:44:21 AM
When I worked at Pep Boys one of the mechanics mixed up the positive and negative cables on some old American ride. Owner was less than happy.
I wouldn't take any car to Pep Boys.
Quote from: Laconian on January 19, 2015, 09:47:13 AM
You worked at Pep Boys? What was that like?
Unfufilling. The only thing of value I picked up was a temporary Jamaican accent. Ya dun kno. Big tings a gwan.
Quote from: Rupert on January 19, 2015, 01:13:22 PM
Yes, really.
Quote from: SVT666 on January 19, 2015, 02:07:25 PM
There are all kinds of places.
Again, not really, and even fewer of the are reputable. BTDT, and it's been ~15 years (= I can only imagine it's worse today, since there are far fewer such cars on the road). And when you do find a place there's usually a big wait time and many times parts have to be ordered/found. If a person buys a classic car and wants to have it maintained and repaired by others, save for the ultra basics like oil change or new tires, it's gonna be a PITA.
Quote from: Rupert on January 18, 2015, 11:18:17 PM
Have you been to the gas station Indian restaurant in Logan? It's excellent.
What's the name of this place?
Quote from: 2o6 on January 12, 2015, 06:23:26 AM
A used manual compact or subcompact, 2010 or newer
My sort of BF is trying to talk me into a Fiat 500. He had one and regrets getting rid of it for his ILX
Yes, yes, yes.
Quote from: GoCougs on January 20, 2015, 01:33:29 PM
Again, not really, and even fewer of the are reputable. BTDT, and it's been ~15 years (= I can only imagine it's worse today, since there are far fewer such cars on the road). And when you do find a place there's usually a big wait time and many times parts have to be ordered/found. If a person buys a classic car and wants to have it maintained and repaired by others, save for the ultra basics like oil change or new tires, it's gonna be a PITA.
Right here, doing it now. Not that difficult.
Quote from: Raza on January 21, 2015, 01:09:37 PM
Yes, yes, yes.
It's too small, and I don't trust them. His was a pile of shit, and another friend of mine's got lemon law'ed.
Only problem I ever had with Accent was a broken sunvisor - because I hit my head on it. Too bad I owe money on it, or I'd just keep it. Good quality, yet unrefined.
I need a sub-$2000 Miata.
Quote from: Speed_Racer on January 20, 2015, 01:38:57 PM
What's the name of this place?
:huh: My guess is asking any local where to find the gas station Indian restaurant will get you there.
Quote from: 12,000 RPM on January 19, 2015, 02:33:20 PM
Unfufilling. The only thing of value I picked up was a temporary Jamaican accent. Ya dun kno. Big tings a gwan.
Hahahah
Quote from: Laconian on January 11, 2015, 03:22:57 PM
Your next car...
......will probably look like this, unfortunately.
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Quote from: GoCougs on January 18, 2015, 02:38:58 PM
If you're buying a super nice/restored/mint/concurs classic, you better not be taking it to Billy Bob's Fix-n-Tow or Maaco ;).
Not many reputable place exist that will put a new fender on a nice '57 Chevy or redo the fuel tank and lines of a '66 Mustang. Too few such cars, parts availability/quality are variable, when working on old cars collateral damage is common (replace coolant and let the heater dry out and watch what happens ;)), and customer satisfaction can be hard. If you do find a kick ass shade tree guy, they seem to always be backed way up, there's fewer of them by the year, they disappear (due to health, even death) often, and they don't have the resources to remedy a major mistake.
This would make more sense if you hadn't picked two extremely common cars with extensive parts supply networks.