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trouser chili: Mar 27, 2002; Unnngggggghhhhh

Ericadia posted:

I find it strange that that isn't even in the Grand Junction listings. Does a low mileage Scout II really command that much premium? Seems absurd since I usually see them go for under $5000

32,000 original miles, unrestored, perfect with no rust and desirable options, yeah they can pull that much. I wouldn't want it but it's not unreasonably high. Being an 1980 that one likely has a Dana300 in place of the Dana20 transfer case, which is highly desirable and it's got the 345 v8, which is rare for a 1980 since IH was trying to shovel all their surplus Nissan diesels out the door before it slammed shut forever. Those Nissan diesels had no-place to go elsewhere in the organization, the 345 and 304 could still run dump trucks and school busses, just like it always had.

The only thing that one's really got going against it is the front bench seat. High-back buckets with the center console are more popular.

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# ? Apr 28, 2024 06:43

Farmer Crack-Ass: Jan 2, 2001; this is me posting irl

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/1595313935.html

Maybe I'm not well-informed, but after sitting in a yard/field like that for what appears to be since Bush said "no new taxes", I have a hard time believing it's "good conditioned".

# ? Feb 15, 2010 22:27

valinhorn: Jun 25, 2006; I am no one to be Trifled with!!!!

Farmer Crack-rear end posted:

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/1595313935.html

Maybe I'm not well-informed, but after sitting in a yard/field like that for what appears to be since Bush said "no new taxes", I have a hard time believing it's "good conditioned".

Being from Beavercreek I can tell you that "Good Condition" is very subjective out there, to him this might be good condition compared to his other cars.It looks really bad but that could just be from the dirt. Sometimes field cars hold up well, but a lot of times they don't. He does say it would be a good project car, and it is in better shape than some projects I have seen started.

# ? Feb 15, 2010 22:38

Doctor Zero: Sep 21, 2002; Would you like a jelly baby?
It's been in my pocket through 4 regenerations,
but it's still good.

Farmer Crack-rear end posted:

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/1595313935.html

Maybe I'm not well-informed, but after sitting in a yard/field like that for what appears to be since Bush said "no new taxes", I have a hard time believing it's "good conditioned".

I just don't understand why if you're selling a car you're asking $4000 for, you can't be bothered to as least brush the crap off it.

# ? Feb 15, 2010 22:41

frozenphil: Mar 13, 2003; YOU CANNOT MAKE A MISTAKE SO BIG THAT 80 GRIT CAN'T FIX IT!

Farmer Crack-rear end posted:

http://portland.craigslist.org/clc/cto/1595313935.html

Maybe I'm not well-informed, but after sitting in a yard/field like that for what appears to be since Bush said "no new taxes", I have a hard time believing it's "good conditioned".

You don't understand, I saw one just like this one sell for $70k at Barret-Jackson last month. You'd be getting a steal at twice the price!

# ? Feb 15, 2010 22:41

wav3form: Aug 10, 2008

Pilsner posted:

Quite frankly, there's no point in putting an external amplifier and/or a subwoofer in a car, just get normal 5,25" or 6,5" speakers, tweeters and a decent headunit. Top of the line sound quality in a car is rather pointless considering all the noise you get while driving anyway, and it can play more than loud enough... unless you want outside attention from the bass beat, of course.

I take it you're not a car audio enthusiast. However, that doesn't make what you said any more true.

# ? Feb 15, 2010 23:09

kimbo305: Jun 9, 2007; actually, yeah, I am a little mad

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/1601200789.html
Honesty is not the best policy. Bold parts my emphasis:

quote:

Yellow 04 Focus Hatchback, Ford Racing SVT wrapped Headers, Many Mods - $8000 (MA)

i got this car at 50k miles. during that time, I have replaced / upgraded many parts, kept ahead of almost all maintenance, and so on.
right now the odometer is around 83k. I have beat the crap out of this car regularly that entire time.
this car will not pass emissions in Mass (the EGR system has been removed You would be buying this to either make it street legal on your own AS IS or as a track toy...
this is as light as it gets for a focus. no power windows, no power door locks, no AC, no soup for you

THE GOOD
Eibach 2" Lowering Springs
Ford Racing SVT Headers, Fiberglass wrapped
Throttle Body Spacer
Strut Tower Bar
PCV replaced with oil breather
EGR System Blocked Off
High Flow Racing Cat
New O2 Sensors
Summit Racing Muffler
All new exhaust piping, 2 flex pipe sections. fully welded... the only bolts are on the engine @ the exhaust manifold
exhaust tip you can fit a shoe inside of
b&m short shifter
battery moved to trunk (free up air moving to the filter)
platinum spark plugs + new performance plug wires
new ignition coil pack
rear windows tinted, had to remove front tint (too many tickets
upgraded almost every ground under the hood, also new power cabling
obx triple layer high heat radiator hose
new double blade wipers front and back

the MEH
the interior of the car has been gutted except for the back seats. the door cards and everything are all gone. the shifter boot and ebrake boot are gone. still has all seatbelts and seats. approximately 160 pounds of plastic and foam has been removed to increase handling and fuel economy. this is not a "comfort ride". the lowering springs jolts you every single pothole. the back speakers are gone. the sun visors are gone. the side mirrors are breakaway lightweights, to adjust them you have to by hand outside the car. i also changed from the 16" rims to 13" to reduce rotating mass
again, this car has really taken a beating over the last 30k miles. no idea about the owner before me

THE BAD
I might have said this before, but why not again. I have BEAT THE LIVING BAG out of this car almost the whole time I have had it. It's almost been a running joke. I think I had a brief period at the start when it was stock and comfortable to be inside of that I was so careful around potholes & offramps and all that jazz. someone hit my car when it was parked so to close the hood you gotta give it a good slam. that little plastic peice around the keyhole on the trunk has popped out yet again. the front bumper is cracked on both sides in the bottom corner, that was from going over a mound of hardened snow as a ramp of sorts purely for my jollies. also the lower radiator support has taken a serious beating from all the blows it has taken going into raised parking lots. on one side the gasket for the radiator doesn't 'sit' inside its spot, but as a whole it doesnt seem to be going anywhere. works just the same

i was told the clutch master cylinder is leaking and at some point will get stuck in gear if it is not replaced soonish. it also has a slow brake fluid leak. instead of fixing it I have just been tossing in more fluid every other week

Sooo thats about the whole story. if you want a car you don't have to feel bad about beating on then this things for you. the cars name has been 'duck butt', because of how it looks and sounds.

Oh here's the 2 pictures:

# ? Feb 16, 2010 00:40

valinhorn: Jun 25, 2006; I am no one to be Trifled with!!!!

This is all kinds of Gold. Seattle Goons get on this

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1600733774.html

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Awesome Sticker, check!

Dildo Shift Knob, Check!

# ? Feb 16, 2010 00:42

AnomalousBoners: Dec 22, 2007; by Ozma

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# ? Feb 16, 2010 01:11

KeanuReevesGhost: Apr 24, 2008

wav3form posted:

I take it you're not a car audio enthusiast. However, that doesn't make what you said any more true.

I agree with you. All of my cars have a small system in them. i liek to have a little of the vibrating bass in my cars. I also dynomat the hell out of them so very minimal sound escapes the vehicle. My attitude towards people that think sound sytems are useless and retarded is - "To each their own."

Car audio is a hobby/passion of mine, and i try to make sure that it doesnt inconvenience any one else.

# ? Feb 16, 2010 01:14

quadpus: May 15, 2004; aaag sheets

How much of a lifetime would it take to make this into the dream it once was? If you didn't spend a fortune paying other people to do it?

http://kpr.craigslist.org/cto/1596432507.html

quote:

1948 Cadillac - $500 (Naches, WA)
Date: 2010-02-11, 11:16AM PST
Reply to: sale-gzxmb-1596432507@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

This is the most sought after Cadillac sedan of all time. It's almost 20 ft. long bumper to bumper. The body is very straight with no rust. Would make a great 4 door hot rod rat ratrod or lead sled. I took the front bumper off so the car is easier to load on a trailer. The original engine and transmission included. $500 O.B.O. Give me a call with any questions. 509 949-2372 Thanks for looking.

quadpus fucked around with this message at 01:26 on Feb 16, 2010

# ? Feb 16, 2010 01:23

MATLAB 1988: Sep 20, 2009; Have I posted about my Subaru XT yet? Here are pictures of my Subaru XT. POST POST POST.

^^^ How much lifetimes? All of them. Although the standard is to swap a Nova/Mustang II subframe and Chevy 350 for those kinds of cars.

~Midwest Deathwagon Challenge� Which five hunnert harsepawer wagon would you buy?~

1971 Buick Estate Wagon, $2800
455 4-Barrel 500 HP

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/1601047767.html

1976 Plymouth Volare Wagon, $2000
COP wheels
360 727 Torqueflite 500 HP
Previous owner modifications�

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/1602038963.html

1969 Chevy Caprice Wagon $1200
Bitchin' Florist's car�
350 Turbo Transmission 500hp, no engine, so pay any redneck two hunnert dollars for a five hunnert HP 350.

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/1599700459.html

# ? Feb 16, 2010 02:09

insta: Jan 28, 2009

kimbo305 posted:

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/cto/1601200789.html
Honesty is not the best policy. Bold parts my emphasis:

*beat to poo poo Focus*

Sweet now it'll break into the 15's!

# ? Feb 16, 2010 04:44

slidebite: Nov 6, 2005; Good egg

I want this. Is there something wrong with me?

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-NSU-MICRO-CAR-W0QQAdIdZ186272757

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# ? Feb 17, 2010 20:47

Sir Tonk: Apr 18, 2006; Young Orc

ummm...

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/1603679916.html

So, is he in Pennsylvania? This is just wrong in so many ways. (although the body looks great, minus the hood)

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IOwnCalculus posted:

There is nothing wrong with that other than the hood. P1800 shooting brake with 300+hp? gently caress. Yes.

Can't say I'd put a V8 in it, but I will admit that it looks like he did it better than this guy:

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/1590779856.html

Sir Tonk fucked around with this message at 02:22 on Feb 18, 2010

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:09

IOwnCalculus: Apr 2, 2003

There is nothing wrong with that other than the hood. P1800 shooting brake with 300+hp? gently caress. Yes.

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:13

AnomalousBoners: Dec 22, 2007; by Ozma

IOwnCalculus posted:

There is nothing wrong with that other than the hood. P1800 shooting brake with 300+hp? gently caress. Yes.

Even if it is a Corvette engine of the early 60s it was rated at 250 gross HP. So about 200-225HP installed with straight pipes and just an alternator?

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:26

Sir Tonk: Apr 18, 2006; Young Orc

Found one that's just your typical low-effort editing.

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/1559328366.html

He couldn't even spell "Greenspoint" correctly, no wonder this thing is still up.

Well, I guess the $1500 price for a broken Volvo is probably a good reason as well.

edit

Got a question, has anyone ever seen these tail lights on a 5th gen El Camino?

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/1602079543.html

edit for awesome

This is just too badass. It's even got a roof rack.

http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/1569136045.html

Sir Tonk fucked around with this message at 02:44 on Feb 18, 2010

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:30

IOwnCalculus: Apr 2, 2003

RealKyleH posted:

Even if it is a Corvette engine of the early 60s it was rated at 250 gross HP. So about 200-225HP installed with straight pipes and just an alternator?

True, but I can hope that anyone going to that effort would work the motor over at least a little, 300hp really is nothing out of a 327.

And even if he didn't, you've got the world's best-supported engine already in there to start with.

Edit: Alternatively it may already have FAHV HUNNERT HARSEPAWR.

IOwnCalculus fucked around with this message at 02:56 on Feb 18, 2010

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:39

Slack3r: Feb 20, 2004

Another Winner!

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"1988 jeep rangler all new parts $55,000,00 in to it the fisrt $25,000,00 take its new motoer $3000,00 in it 4 lift kits on it"

This has 4! YES 4! lift kits in it! WOW!

# ? Feb 18, 2010 02:52

goodfuldead: Feb 14, 2009; what a long strange thread its been

Slack3r posted:

Another Winner!

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"1988 jeep rangler all new parts $55,000,00 in to it the fisrt $25,000,00 take its new motoer $3000,00 in it 4 lift kits on it"

This has 4! YES 4! lift kits in it! WOW!

I don't understand. does it even have one lift kit?

# ? Feb 18, 2010 03:50

localized: Mar 30, 2008

quote:

Beautiful 2.7 Litre 5 spd. Sun Roof Coupe. Correct 7" & 8" Fuchs. White w/Black Interior. Sport Seats. Excellent Condition. Shifts smoothly and pulls strong. Handles extremely well. Great investment & ready for Spring. Briggs Auto European Motor Works. 207-763-2992

Sweet Jesus.

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# ? Feb 18, 2010 05:01

Bolkovr: Apr 20, 2002; A chump and a hoagie going buck wild

goodfuldead posted:

I don't understand. does it even have one lift kit?

It's on top of a Taurus, isn't it?

# ? Feb 18, 2010 05:24

Tai-Pan: Feb 10, 2001

A ten thousand mile rambler. Its a pretty good price for what it is, but I always wonder about the back story on something like this. Why was it put in storage? Did somone think "gosh this beauty is only going to go up in value"?

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# ? Feb 18, 2010 06:02

blugu64: Jul 17, 2006; Do you realize that fluoridation is the most monstrously conceived and dangerous communist plot we have ever had to face?

Tai-Pan posted:

A ten thousand mile rambler. Its a pretty good price for what it is, but I always wonder about the back story on something like this. Why was it put in storage? Did somone think "gosh this beauty is only going to go up in value"?

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"12k invested" Makes me wonder if it was wrecked and then put to pasture, or in an old barn or something.

# ? Feb 18, 2010 06:59

mod sassinator: Dec 13, 2006; I came here to Kick Ass and Chew Bubblegum,
and I'm All out of Ass

localized posted:

Sweet Jesus.

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That is amazing--is it a good price?

# ? Feb 18, 2010 07:38

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Tai-Pan posted:

A ten thousand mile rambler. Its a pretty good price for what it is, but I always wonder about the back story on something like this. Why was it put in storage? Did somone think "gosh this beauty is only going to go up in value"?

Click here for the full 1126x769 image.

V6?

# ? Feb 18, 2010 10:58

meecrob: Jul 3, 2007; I'd scarf down a whole wet bucket full of shit before I ate another plate of meecrob.

I don't think I've ever seen such a disgruntled seller.

NO YOU GROW UP!!!

# ? Feb 18, 2010 14:47

localized: Mar 30, 2008

mod sassinator posted:

That is amazing--is it a good price?

I have no idea, but I am pretty sure they go for huge money.

# ? Feb 18, 2010 15:14

ab0z: Jun 28, 2008; by angerbotSD

The greatest DSM ever?
http://macon.craigslist.org/cto/1602392560.html

# ? Feb 18, 2010 17:46

fish and chips and dip: Feb 17, 2010

localized posted:

I have no idea, but I am pretty sure they go for huge money.

Originals fetch well north of $200k and also weren't made in '72 but in '73-'74 so it's a replica. Though I have no idea if that's a good price for a replica.

# ? Feb 18, 2010 19:17

slidebite: Nov 6, 2005; Good egg

RESTORED 1978 FORD THUNDERBIRD NON-RACECAR

http://lethbridge.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-1978-Ford-Thunderbird-Coupe-2-door-W0QQAdIdZ182309474

quote:

hi i am selling my 78 thunderbrid cuz im done restoring it and would like to start another project this is not a race car it was restord to factory sepcts. there is very littel paint chips on the front end from drivving on gravel.
$4,000 OBO

this i have done to restore this car
-cleaned up the engien all origanal
-carb it
-new all sesion tires only seen about 20 km
-changed all flueds (engien oil, trany, diff, collent, ect)
-all shocks new
-gas tank/asending unit
-fuses/blubs

email for more info at phelstrom@hotmail.com

I'm disappointed he didn't put in a new ascending unit. :saddowns:

I also love the photo of his cleaned up engien

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# ? Feb 18, 2010 20:46

slurry_curry: Nov 26, 2003; <3mini-moni+animu^_^

valinhorn posted:

This is all kinds of Gold. Seattle Goons get on this

http://seattle.craigslist.org/tac/cto/1600733774.html

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I think you missed the best part. Listed under the good:

JDM CHOPPED SPRINGS

# ? Feb 19, 2010 01:39

Kibbles n Shits: Apr 8, 2006; burgerpug.png; Fun Shoe

How much does a cadillac converter for a Crown Vic run?

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# ? Feb 19, 2010 05:09

AnomalousBoners: Dec 22, 2007; by Ozma

DarthJeebus posted:

How much does a cadillac converter for a Crown Vic run?

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Automotive Insanity: Someone stole my cadillac converter!

# ? Feb 19, 2010 05:13

KozmoNaut: Apr 23, 2008; Happiness is a warm
Turbo Plasma Rifle

RealKyleH posted:

Automotive Insanity: Someone stole my cadillac converter!

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&...-c1g1g-c1g6&oq= :eng99:

# ? Feb 19, 2010 10:38

frozenphil: Mar 13, 2003; YOU CANNOT MAKE A MISTAKE SO BIG THAT 80 GRIT CAN'T FIX IT!

KozmoNaut posted:

http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&...-c1g1g-c1g6&oq=

I'm surprised there's only 9k some-odd results.

# ? Feb 19, 2010 21:27

Sir Tonk: Apr 18, 2006; Young Orc

slidebite posted:

RESTORED 1978 FORD THUNDERBIRD NON-RACECAR

http://lethbridge.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-classic-cars-1978-Ford-Thunderbird-Coupe-2-door-W0QQAdIdZ182309474

I'm disappointed he didn't put in a new ascending unit.

I also love the photo of his cleaned up engien

Did that guy seriously take pictures of the car wet to make the paint look better?

And he could at least have ripped out the heat shield in the "all original engien".

# ? Feb 19, 2010 22:07

MrKatharsis: Nov 29, 2003; feel the bern

http://gainesville.craigslist.org/cto/1608537152.html

quote:

92 LEXUS ES-300 ES300 - $1350 (NW Gainesville)

Date: 2010-02-19, 3:41PM EST
Reply to: sale-h8wcq-1608537152@craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Lexus ES-300, 1992

Runs good, drives smooth

I've owned this vehicle for 6 years. It has been reliable and well maintained. Title in hand.

Cold AC, moon roof.

Exterior is in good condition with minor defects.

Interior is clean, the leather seats have wear and tear, some of the power windows don't work.

My wife recently bought a minivan and asked me to sell my car.

The temporary tag is expiring soon, so I am motivated to sell now.

The asking price is well below kelly blue book values.

You won't find a running, more reliable vehicle on the market for this price.

V6, 3.0L, manual transmission, 183k miles, $1350 obo.

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# ? Apr 28, 2024 06:43

kimbo305: Jun 9, 2007; actually, yeah, I am a little mad

MrKatharsis posted:

http://gainesville.craigslist.org/cto/1608537152.html

Yeah, they had it for a while.

# ? Feb 19, 2010 22:56

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