Are All 4x4 Vehicles Dangerous and Smelly?

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The discussion centers around a collection of old cars, with participants expressing mixed opinions about their value and condition. Some participants criticize the collection as being filled with junkers, including MGs, VWs, and old Mini Coopers, while others highlight the potential value of certain models, such as classic Alfas and Lotuses. There is debate over the condition of the cars, with some suggesting that many could be restored with minimal work, while others argue that most are too far gone. The conversation touches on the classic car market, emphasizing that even less desirable models can hold significant value due to nostalgia and collector interest. Participants also discuss the legal implications of ownership and potential profit from selling the cars, with some expressing skepticism about the overall worth of the collection. The dialogue reflects varying tastes in classic cars and the subjective nature of value in the collector market.
  • #51
a car is a car. As long as it works properly and makes me feel safe i'll like it... actually that's not quite true, but I am not fussy as long as it isn't a diesel or a 4x4
 
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edward said:
The Barett-Jackson auctions in Phoenix are televised on the Speed Channel.
It is incredible what some of the old iron will bring. With the link below you can find out what your grandfathers Oldsmobile just sold for.

http://www2.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/default.asp

January 30 2007 Barret-Jackson auction results.

http://www.barrett-jackson.com/auctionresults/2007-bjcca.pdf

Thanks, Edward! I just found out that my '66 Mustang Coupe (the one that got destroyed by a careless Grade-All operator in 1976) checks in at about $16K. :mad: I traded a Corvair and $150 for that car.
 
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  • #53
turbo-1 said:
Thanks, Edward! I just found out that my '66 Mustang Coupe (the one that got destroyed by a careless Grade-All operator in 1976) checks in at about $16K. :mad: I traded a Corvair and $150 for that car.

And I am still kicking myself for selling my 1940 Ford Coupe for $800 bucks when I joined the military in the 60's.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzSrZJ_pC3o&mode=related&search=
 
  • #54
Beautiful Mess said:
a car is a car. As long as it works properly and makes me feel safe i'll like it... actually that's not quite true, but I am not fussy as long as it isn't a diesel or a 4x4


What's wrong with diesels or 4 x 4s?
 
  • #55
i don't like them. 4x4 scare me, and diesels smell (or if its anything like my sister's car... they die on hills regularly lol). Though not as bad as catalystic converters...
 
  • #56
Beautiful Mess said:
i don't like them. 4x4 scare me, and diesels smell (or if its anything like my sister's car... they die on hills regularly lol). Though not as bad as catalystic converters...
Don't lump all 4x4s together. There are some off-road trucks, SUV's etc that have high centers of gravity and can be unstable in corners, but there are some very nice AWD cars that handle like a dream. My wife's Subaru Legacy sedan is a sweet-handling little car and it handles far better in slippery conditions than my Nissan 4x4 pickup.
 
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