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rikibethI got word from my mechanic about the engine replacement on Candy-O, my dear little Cavalier convertible.
I was expecting $2K.
Nope.
$4K.
That falls into the category of NOT WORTH IT.
But I really, really want another convertible. Boring cars SUCK.
There's not much in my price range (say $5K). And a lot of what there is is VW Cabrios, which are little BLOBS and I do not like them, even if they are convertibles.
I am trying to convince myself that it is NOT sensible to buy a 1985 Volvo 240 wagon for $1500 (only 103K miles, low for a Volvo) and then indulge in a 1978 Triumph Spitfire for $1800.
It's cheaper than repairing Candy-O...
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shadowflyer has a lead on a red Jeep Wrangler for $2200. A Jeep Wrangler would not suck.
Anybody have leads on other cars that would not suck? Major bonus points for a convertible that's not a two-seater. Sunroof would be just BARELY acceptable in place of a convertible. "Cute" and "sporty" are desirable. Red is also dear to my heart. If "cute" and "sporty" are not possible, then at least interesting, like a Volvo wagon or something.
pixel, have you sold the Subaru yet, and are you planning to? I'd drive THAT...
I was expecting $2K.
Nope.
$4K.
That falls into the category of NOT WORTH IT.
But I really, really want another convertible. Boring cars SUCK.
There's not much in my price range (say $5K). And a lot of what there is is VW Cabrios, which are little BLOBS and I do not like them, even if they are convertibles.
I am trying to convince myself that it is NOT sensible to buy a 1985 Volvo 240 wagon for $1500 (only 103K miles, low for a Volvo) and then indulge in a 1978 Triumph Spitfire for $1800.
It's cheaper than repairing Candy-O...
shadowflyer has a lead on a red Jeep Wrangler for $2200. A Jeep Wrangler would not suck.Anybody have leads on other cars that would not suck? Major bonus points for a convertible that's not a two-seater. Sunroof would be just BARELY acceptable in place of a convertible. "Cute" and "sporty" are desirable. Red is also dear to my heart. If "cute" and "sporty" are not possible, then at least interesting, like a Volvo wagon or something.
pixel, have you sold the Subaru yet, and are you planning to? I'd drive THAT...
