Post by: KITNfury on February 21, 2021, 05:02:49 PM
Edit: Mir is right, we should post pics, especially if we aren't naming years. Someone likes El Caminos, but there were lots of years, so...
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 21, 2021, 05:26:14 PM
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Post by: wetwillie on February 21, 2021, 05:32:33 PM
Post by: KITNfury on February 21, 2021, 05:37:09 PM
I would love to have a 79 Lincoln Continental but they are beautiful so may not count.Oh no, don't discount your instincts. That car is ugly as eff.
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Post by: TheHamburglar on February 21, 2021, 09:55:31 PM
Post by: AST on February 21, 2021, 10:29:50 PM
Thise things would run forever and were surprisingly good in the mud, probably due to how light they were.
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Post by: TheHamburglar on February 21, 2021, 11:57:57 PM
Would love to have a Datsun truck. Growing up, a big wheat farmer I worked for had 4 of them, 1 for every tractor. He had a hitch on every implement and when you moved from field to field you would hitch up the truck to the implement and take it with you. Then when you were done for the day, drive the Datsun back to the base and then head home. Rinse and repeat. Great for running to snag parts and would not have to wait for someone to pick you up at the end of the day or drive the tractor 10 miles back.
Thise things would run forever and were surprisingly good in the mud, probably due to how light they were.
My dad bought an early 80s little Nissan pickup new. I’m sure it was in the first couple years they started phasing out Datsun to Nissan in the US. He kept it as a work run-around truck. I drove it some if my 1985 S-10 was having an issue. He eventually sold it around 2003. He saw it still driving around Salina a few years ago.
Post by: TheHamburglar on February 22, 2021, 12:01:36 AM
Post by: AST on February 22, 2021, 07:34:26 AM
Would love to have a Datsun truck. Growing up, a big wheat farmer I worked for had 4 of them, 1 for every tractor. He had a hitch on every implement and when you moved from field to field you would hitch up the truck to the implement and take it with you. Then when you were done for the day, drive the Datsun back to the base and then head home. Rinse and repeat. Great for running to snag parts and would not have to wait for someone to pick you up at the end of the day or drive the tractor 10 miles back.
Thise things would run forever and were surprisingly good in the mud, probably due to how light they were.
My dad bought an early 80s little Nissan pickup new. I’m sure it was in the first couple years they started phasing out Datsun to Nissan in the US. He kept it as a work run-around truck. I drove it some if my 1985 S-10 was having an issue. He eventually sold it around 2003. He saw it still driving around Salina a few years ago.
You have done nothing but strengthen my resolve to get one. Thank you for that, I guess.
Post by: ChiComCat on February 22, 2021, 08:42:36 AM
Post by: Jobu on February 22, 2021, 09:26:23 AM
A few years back I wanted to buy a retired police cruiser but my wife pushed back and i didn’t end up getting one.
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Those are pretty great for kidnapping people. So I've heard.
Post by: MakeItRain on February 22, 2021, 09:38:36 AM
El Camino
Yeeeeeaaaaaahhhhhh buddy!
Post by: MakeItRain on February 22, 2021, 09:45:02 AM
(https://consumerguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/90101221990605.jpg)
There was a girl in my class that got a Mazda Miata when we were still in middle school, it was a 1990 with a rag top and they were the first Miata's sold in America. She had a farmer's license so she could drive at 14, and my class was the last class of 9th graders in middle school in Garden City. Anyway, we were all jealous as hell but she was one of the nicest girls in our class.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 22, 2021, 09:55:59 AM
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Post by: Kat Kid on February 22, 2021, 10:53:15 AM
I bought an older Crown Vic PI that was a school SRO car at an auction. Only had 70,000 miles on it. It should make a great high school car for my daughter.
The only thing I worry about with them getting one for my boys is the engine, a 4.6L V-8 is a lot of gas money and a lot of hp for my idiots.
Post by: XocolateThundarr on February 22, 2021, 11:11:52 AM
I bought an older Crown Vic PI that was a school SRO car at an auction. Only had 70,000 miles on it. It should make a great high school car for my daughter.
The only thing I worry about with them getting one for my boys is the engine, a 4.6L V-8 is a lot of gas money and a lot of hp for my idiots.
Can confirm it sucks the gas and runs like a scalded dog. I may have to de-tune it if she develops a lead foot. I've had a bit of fun driving it around the last few days though.
Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:45:36 AM
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 22, 2021, 11:54:21 AM
I also think it would be fun to get a cheap Smart car.
You'd get more use out of a nice golf cart.
Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:57:56 AM
I also think it would be fun to get a cheap Smart car.
You'd get more use out of a nice golf cart.
I'd use them for about the same purpose, probably. :lol:
However, I've always wondered it it would partner well with tailgating. You could pull it all the way into a spot right beside a regular truck, and then have all this room for tailgating behind the smart car.
Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:59:40 AM
Or, get two smart cars and go around parking them in one parking stall. really just out there sticking it to the man.
Post by: star seed 7 on February 22, 2021, 12:28:31 PM
Post by: Institutional Control on February 22, 2021, 01:05:34 PM
I also think it would be fun to get a cheap Smart car.
You'd get more use out of a nice golf cart.
I'd use them for about the same purpose, probably. :lol:
However, I've always wondered it it would partner well with tailgating. You could pull it all the way into a spot right beside a regular truck, and then have all this room for tailgating behind the smart car.
How about this?
(https://www.startupselfie.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Gibbs-Terraquad-Amphibious-UTV-696x394.jpg)
Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 03:14:50 PM
How would you bring in tailgating supplies? Drones?
That's what you put into the truck that you are tailgating next to. See, the Smart car is merely to hold the spot next to the truck. I suppose a Motor Cycle might work for this too, but sometimes they don't let motor cycles take up a whole spot and force them into a special area.
Post by: Trim on February 22, 2021, 03:36:41 PM
Post by: Skipper44 on February 22, 2021, 09:03:14 PM
Two different 90's convertibles for me. Because I'm not a savage like the rest of you people I'm including pictures. In high school I saw a Chrysler LeBaron convertible, and I fell in love.will you be changing your name from Kitty to Karen?
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Post by: MakeItRain on February 22, 2021, 11:45:30 PM
I really want a Miata, but I do not think they are ugly. :don'tcare:
Is there a car from the early to mid 90's that isn't ugly?
Post by: star seed 7 on February 23, 2021, 12:20:47 AM
Post by: puniraptor on February 23, 2021, 03:42:39 AM
Post by: puniraptor on February 23, 2021, 03:48:08 AM
I actually can't even think of an ugly one (not counting obvious crap boxes)I really want a Miata, but I do not think they are ugly. :don'tcare:
Is there a car from the early to mid 90's that isn't ugly?
Post by: KITNfury on February 23, 2021, 07:10:53 AM
(https://goemaw.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fmomentcar.com%2Fimages%2Fsuzuki-x90-9.jpg&hash=a99111ef4c4645525d1412389a5bc3cde2dad1e0)
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 23, 2021, 09:13:24 AM
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2020/08/05/the-10-greatest-performance-cars-of-the-90s all of these minus the miata of courseI really want a Miata, but I do not think they are ugly. :don'tcare:
Is there a car from the early to mid 90's that isn't ugly?
Post by: BIG APPLE CAT on February 23, 2021, 09:29:36 AM
I would love to have a 79 Lincoln Continental but they are beautiful so may not count.
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one summer when i was home from ksucatsu i threw a rod in my car, and while the engine was getting re-built my grandpa let me borrow his 77 continental. emerald green interior. got about 8 mpg on the highway but it was a smooth ride. she was a beaut.
Post by: michigancat on February 23, 2021, 09:55:28 AM
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Post by: Pete on February 23, 2021, 10:56:46 AM
Post by: stunted on February 23, 2021, 11:18:08 AM
https://www.hemmings.com/stories/2020/08/05/the-10-greatest-performance-cars-of-the-90s all of these minus the miata of courseI really want a Miata, but I do not think they are ugly. :don'tcare:
Is there a car from the early to mid 90's that isn't ugly?
supra :love:
Post by: TheHamburglar on February 23, 2021, 11:35:03 AM
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 23, 2021, 01:19:30 PM
Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.absolutely true and add in a pontiac sunfire for their teenage daughter
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 23, 2021, 01:24:32 PM
have been seriously looking for late 70s Ford Crew Cab truck to turn into a daily driver. It is absolutely insane to me what dentside trucks and even some square body chevy trucks are bringing right now.
https://www.ford-trucks.com/articles/78-f-250-crew-cab-cummins/
http://23.237.148.146/ford/42384778-very-nice-truck-short-bed-supercab-ford-1978-1979-lariat-trim-pkg-460-auto.html
just pure sex.. I would get a single cab but see the kids thread.
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 23, 2021, 01:33:42 PM
Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.Can confirm.
Post by: star seed 7 on February 23, 2021, 02:01:03 PM
Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.
When I was younger I non-ironically called these grand pricks :blush:
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 23, 2021, 03:08:25 PM
That's awesome.Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.
When I was younger I non-ironically called these grand pricks :blush:
Just remembered that the Grand Am and Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais came with the "Quad 4" motor that we all lusted after. :driving:
Post by: MakeItRain on February 23, 2021, 04:05:09 PM
Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.absolutely true and add in a pontiac sunfire for their teenage daughter
SUNFIRE! I was trying to think of that car earlier for this thread and couldn't remember it. I wanted that convertible a lot.
Post by: Gooch on February 23, 2021, 04:06:12 PM
Mrs. Gooch had a purple Sunfire when I met her.Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.absolutely true and add in a pontiac sunfire for their teenage daughter
SUNFIRE! I was trying to think of that car earlier for this thread and couldn't remember it. I wanted that convertible a lot.
Post by: passranch on February 23, 2021, 04:19:55 PM
(https://images.fitmentindustries.com/web/681454-1-1987-xr4ti-merkur-base-leda-coilovers-rota-eg6-white.jpg)
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 23, 2021, 04:43:56 PM
Don't know how obtainable they are because they never sold a whole lot in the US, but:looks like a european ford escort
(https://images.fitmentindustries.com/web/681454-1-1987-xr4ti-merkur-base-leda-coilovers-rota-eg6-white.jpg)
Post by: MakeItRain on February 23, 2021, 06:28:52 PM
Mrs. Gooch had a purple Sunfire when I met her.Circa 2000, every 3rd car on the road in Salina was a mid-90s Pontiac Grand Prix or Grand Am. I don’t know if this was true everywhere or some used car dealer in Salina got truckloads of them and dumped them at a discount.absolutely true and add in a pontiac sunfire for their teenage daughter
SUNFIRE! I was trying to think of that car earlier for this thread and couldn't remember it. I wanted that convertible a lot.
You were right to marry her, for that sweet ass ride.
Post by: MakeItRain on February 23, 2021, 06:29:26 PM
Don't know how obtainable they are because they never sold a whole lot in the US, but:
(https://images.fitmentindustries.com/web/681454-1-1987-xr4ti-merkur-base-leda-coilovers-rota-eg6-white.jpg)
Definitely ugly
Post by: ksupamplemousse on February 23, 2021, 11:34:21 PM
Post by: TheHamburglar on February 24, 2021, 12:17:48 AM
The pandemic has me going on like a four mile walk every day through my neighborhood to try to keep the ol' sanity intact. There's a dude on my route that has a primo '94 Prelude, just absolutely rough ridin' cherry. And this guy is probably in his early 50s with a mullet. He absolutely bought this thing new and has doted on it every single second since then. I've never felt more envy in my life. I want this goddam car. I wonder if a man like that would ever part with it though? Once I get my chip I may stop and ask him about it.
Does it have ground lights? If that thing has ground lights you’re just going to have to steal it.
Post by: TheHamburglar on February 24, 2021, 12:25:37 AM
Post by: Gooch on February 24, 2021, 09:03:34 AM
Pontiac Fiero.Death trap but also awesome. Had two kids from my small town high school die in two different wrecks in this car.
Post by: Brock Landers on February 24, 2021, 09:19:28 AM
The pandemic has me going on like a four mile walk every day through my neighborhood to try to keep the ol' sanity intact. There's a dude on my route that has a primo '94 Prelude, just absolutely rough ridin' cherry. And this guy is probably in his early 50s with a mullet. He absolutely bought this thing new and has doted on it every single second since then. I've never felt more envy in my life. I want this goddam car. I wonder if a man like that would ever part with it though? Once I get my chip I may stop and ask him about it.
The Prelude is not the least bit ugly IMO. I'd take that '94 no hesitations.
Pontiac Fiero.
Now this is an ugly car that I also love the hell out of.
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 24, 2021, 09:46:10 AM
The special ed teacher at Tinytown Grade School drove one of these. She was morbidly obese so it was a very large person in a very small car. We were intrigued by the way the headlights would flip down if not in use.Pontiac Fiero.Death trap but also awesome. Had two kids from my small town high school die in two different wrecks in this car.
Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 10:30:16 AM
Pontiac Fiero.
This was a coveted car in my teen years. Lol.
Does anyone remember the Chevy Vega or the Chevy Monza? Oh my god, if you are looking at the definition of a piece of crap, this is right here for you. This was at the beginning of the 4 banger revolution where companies were building for lowered gas consumption with little regard for engine performance or stability. These were terrible, cheap cars and were basically designed to be thrown away after a very short time frame.
I do know a guy that squeezed a 350 into a Monza. That little piece of crap would scream down the road. When you got it up to 130, it would shake like the earth was quaking.
Post by: Fedor on February 24, 2021, 11:26:16 AM
https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1987/chevrolet/monte_carlo/101460446 (https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1987/chevrolet/monte_carlo/101460446)
Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 12:40:05 PM
I loved these in junior high. The prices on these are laughable tho.
https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1987/chevrolet/monte_carlo/101460446 (https://classics.autotrader.com/classic-cars/1987/chevrolet/monte_carlo/101460446)
You could get some pussy with a car like that. It was a guarantee.
Post by: michigancat on February 24, 2021, 12:41:37 PM
Post by: KITNfury on February 24, 2021, 12:44:11 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)That thing belongs on the surface of neptune, and also in my garage.
Post by: DQ12 on February 24, 2021, 12:54:30 PM
Post by: stunted on February 24, 2021, 01:06:09 PM
(https://diminishedvalueofgeorgia.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1995-chevrolet-camaro-15-400x225.jpg)
Post by: michigancat on February 24, 2021, 01:12:17 PM
that's beautiful, rusty. imagine setting out on a #visionquest in that bad boy.
just look at the article I pulled the image from
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Then, of course, there was the icemaker. An option in the LE trim, a shoebox-size refrigerator was cooled with air-conditioning refrigerant lines and came with spill-proof ice trays. Toyota replaced the Van with the Previa in 1990, but, sadly, the new Hot/Cool Box was available only in the European versions. We're not sure why. They don't even like ice over there.
(https://i.imgur.com/BSzQJat.jpg)
https://www.popularmechanics.com/cars/a9324/carchaeology-when-toyota-put-an-icemaker-in-its-1984-van-15799825/
Post by: IPA4Me on February 24, 2021, 01:14:51 PM
a teacher in elementary school had this, and we thought she was so coolShe was and still is
(https://diminishedvalueofgeorgia.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/1995-chevrolet-camaro-15-400x225.jpg)
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 24, 2021, 01:30:05 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)Previa was cool too in that they had AWD models
Post by: stunted on February 24, 2021, 01:41:05 PM
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
Post by: michigancat on February 24, 2021, 02:03:25 PM
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my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
oh hell yeah I bet that rode like a dream
Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 02:06:34 PM
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my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
oh hell yeah I bet that rode like a dream
Haha, I bet it rode like a used Toyota. Not that it matters to a teenager that's just trying to get some trim.
Post by: michigancat on February 24, 2021, 02:08:49 PM
I had a 1996 Toyota Avalon for years and it felt like a lincoln(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
oh hell yeah I bet that rode like a dream
Haha, I bet it rode like a used Toyota. Not that it matters to a teenager that's just trying to get some trim.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 24, 2021, 02:14:41 PM
(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)yeah usually helps to look both ways before you cross an intersection :lol:
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
Post by: stunted on February 24, 2021, 02:18:14 PM
Post by: ben ji on February 24, 2021, 02:19:31 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)
My parents had an 86 model (WITH A SUNROOF) and an 89 model, both had the icemaker/cooler. You actually sit on the engine so to put new oil in you would lift up the driver's seat. :eek:
The 89 model was the first vehicle I drove and I will always have a soft spot for it. I took out all the seats and turned it into my lawnmowing vehicle where I would load it full of mowers/weedeaters.
That thing had so much wrong with it but just kept running until around 2010 when it had 280,000 miles. The key broke off in the drivers side door so to unlock it we would keep the window behind the seat cracked, just slide it open, reach your arm in and pull up the lock. The vehicle would also start with any key as long as you could fit it in the ignition...you could even use a screwdriver!
Unfortunately my friends watched me do this a couple of times and would randomly park my car in a completely different spot of the parking lot after school. :shakesfist:
Post by: passranch on February 24, 2021, 02:20:19 PM
Don't know how obtainable they are because they never sold a whole lot in the US, but:looks like a european ford escort
(https://images.fitmentindustries.com/web/681454-1-1987-xr4ti-merkur-base-leda-coilovers-rota-eg6-white.jpg)
Merkur XR4Ti
Built on the same platform as the Ford Tempo/Mercury Topaz but with cool ground efx and that kick ass wing in the back, plus it was turbo'd so it went like a bat outta hell. In Europe it was called the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth but when Ford brought it to the US they couldn't call it that because of the GMC Sierra truck and Olds Cutlass Ciera.
Ford sold two different cars in the US under the Merkur badge, the XR4Ti (which, if sold today would retail at around $40k) and a midsized sedan called the Scorpio (roughly $60k). Neither were very popular, probably due to the high price and also they were basically just Fords built in Germany.
Semi-interesting side note...the production staff on the popular 90's Jim Rome radio show was known as "The XR4Ti". I believe Rome had one of these automotive masterpieces when he was in college.
Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 03:10:27 PM
Well, being a small town car lot in the 80s, they were more than just a bit lax with security. Therefore, when one of my buddies went and looked at it after dark one Saturday night, he found it unlocked with the keys in the glove box.
He took it about 2 miles down the road and it ran out of gas.
Caused quite an uproar. The cops and the car dealer really wanted to know who took that car. Never found out.
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 24, 2021, 03:13:14 PM
(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)A high mileage luxury car would be sweet. This is a good-looking car, IMHO.
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 03:19:25 PM
(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)A high mileage luxury car would be sweet. This is a good-looking car, IMHO.
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
Yeah. When me and my son were car shopping, a car dealer showed us a Cadillac. Like 4500 bucks. I really, really wanted to pull the trigger, but decided that it was way too much car for him. Too much motor, and too hard to park. I'm kicking myself, because I should have just bought it for myself.
The problem with those cars is all the cool gadgets are probably worn out and don't work right anymore. Lol
Post by: pissclams on February 24, 2021, 03:26:45 PM
(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
stunner you hit the bonus stage
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Post by: michigancat on February 24, 2021, 04:10:27 PM
What a delight. I wish your dad still had it and slept in it when he visited the cat ranch(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)
My parents had an 86 model (WITH A SUNROOF) and an 89 model, both had the icemaker/cooler. You actually sit on the engine so to put new oil in you would lift up the driver's seat. :eek:
The 89 model was the first vehicle I drove and I will always have a soft spot for it. I took out all the seats and turned it into my lawnmowing vehicle where I would load it full of mowers/weedeaters.
That thing had so much wrong with it but just kept running until around 2010 when it had 280,000 miles. The key broke off in the drivers side door so to unlock it we would keep the window behind the seat cracked, just slide it open, reach your arm in and pull up the lock. The vehicle would also start with any key as long as you could fit it in the ignition...you could even use a screwdriver!
Unfortunately my friends watched me do this a couple of times and would randomly park my car in a completely different spot of the parking lot after school. :shakesfist:
Post by: CHONGS on February 24, 2021, 04:54:45 PM
Yes!(https://cs.copart.com/v1/AUTH_svc.pdoc00001/PIX65/a91860a7-6ea6-49ed-8de7-d546d03e0c83.JPG)
my first car. wasn't anything special and had a billion miles on it, but i loved it and thought i was the hottest crap because it was a lexus. then i wrecked it within a month which devastated me. pretty ugly car. or maybe more boring than ugly. whoever designed it had a boner for rectangles.
stunner you hit the bonus stage
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Post by: MakeItRain on February 25, 2021, 12:52:36 AM
Don't know how obtainable they are because they never sold a whole lot in the US, but:looks like a european ford escort
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Merkur XR4Ti
Built on the same platform as the Ford Tempo/Mercury Topaz but with cool ground efx and that kick ass wing in the back, plus it was turbo'd so it went like a bat outta hell. In Europe it was called the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth but when Ford brought it to the US they couldn't call it that because of the GMC Sierra truck and Olds Cutlass Ciera.
Ford sold two different cars in the US under the Merkur badge, the XR4Ti (which, if sold today would retail at around $40k) and a midsized sedan called the Scorpio (roughly $60k). Neither were very popular, probably due to the high price and also they were basically just Fords built in Germany.
Semi-interesting side note...the production staff on the popular 90's Jim Rome radio show was known as "The XR4Ti". I believe Rome had one of these automotive masterpieces when he was in college.
He did and so did one of his producers back in the day. He still calls them the XR4Ti Crew.
Post by: Pete on February 25, 2021, 05:44:19 AM
Don't know how obtainable they are because they never sold a whole lot in the US, but:looks like a european ford escort
(https://images.fitmentindustries.com/web/681454-1-1987-xr4ti-merkur-base-leda-coilovers-rota-eg6-white.jpg)
Merkur XR4Ti
Built on the same platform as the Ford Tempo/Mercury Topaz but with cool ground efx and that kick ass wing in the back, plus it was turbo'd so it went like a bat outta hell. In Europe it was called the Ford Sierra RS Cosworth but when Ford brought it to the US they couldn't call it that because of the GMC Sierra truck and Olds Cutlass Ciera.
Ford sold two different cars in the US under the Merkur badge, the XR4Ti (which, if sold today would retail at around $40k) and a midsized sedan called the Scorpio (roughly $60k). Neither were very popular, probably due to the high price and also they were basically just Fords built in Germany.
Semi-interesting side note...the production staff on the popular 90's Jim Rome radio show was known as "The XR4Ti". I believe Rome had one of these automotive masterpieces when he was in college.
He did and so did one of his producers back in the day. He still calls them the XR4Ti Crew.
He talked about how he basically wrote a business case to convince his dad that Jim should be able to get this car or something, and then the thing caught fire or melted down or something dramatic like that.
Post by: stunted on February 25, 2021, 12:51:26 PM
Post by: asava on February 27, 2021, 04:04:46 PM
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A good friend of mine imported a 1991 Hiace from Japan a few years ago. Roughly 28,000 miles on the odometer. It was used as a private ambulance while over there. Arrived with a gurney and some bloody linens. He's since gutted it and is in the process of building it out. Added a lift, custom bumpers, and added a turbo to the diesel engine. We meet up in the Utah desert all the time. The thing is great and I recommend you follow your dream.
Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2021, 07:40:53 PM
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Post by: asava on February 27, 2021, 08:47:53 PM
how are you asava?I’m a kat fan, SD. I’ve been better.
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Missed you all. Glad michigancat finally brought up a Toyota Hiace so I could comment.
Post by: 8manpick on March 02, 2021, 09:33:54 PM
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 02, 2021, 09:51:11 PM
we all miss good people. Whether life is up or down for you, you should let your fellow Kats knowhow are you asava?I’m a kat fan, SD. I’ve been better.
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Missed you all. Glad michigancat finally brought up a Toyota Hiace so I could comment.
Post by: puniraptor on March 04, 2021, 04:01:19 AM
Post by: KITNfury on March 04, 2021, 02:36:14 PM
Trooper. The older model is ugly but beautiful in a cardboard box sort of way so doesn't belong in ITT.
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Vehicross. Practically still looks semi modern. What an under appreciated sex machine. It even wears yellow well. Most people hate them though.
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The Amigo. Practically brings the campfire and beach with it.
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Post by: passranch on March 04, 2021, 05:03:27 PM
If you had Amigo in the mid to late 90's you would have been drowning in poon.
It looks like you would stand a better than 50-50 shot of rolling it over just about every time you took it out of the driveway.
Post by: pissclams on March 04, 2021, 05:54:43 PM
If you had Amigo in the mid to late 90's you would have been drowning in poon.the snatch was driving the amigos, amigo
Post by: michigancat on March 13, 2021, 05:11:54 PM
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Post by: 8manpick on March 13, 2021, 05:20:41 PM
Post by: KST8FAN on March 13, 2021, 05:22:58 PM
Tom
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Post by: MakeItRain on March 13, 2021, 09:00:33 PM
Check out this beaut I saw today
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That thing looks like it gets about 8 MPG
Post by: pissclams on March 13, 2021, 09:14:33 PM
and 800 boners per secondCheck out this beaut I saw today
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That thing looks like it gets about 8 MPG
Post by: Spracne on March 13, 2021, 09:17:37 PM
and 800 boners per secondCheck out this beaut I saw today
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That thing looks like it gets about 8 MPG
Highest emotional velocity across all classes.
Post by: TheHamburglar on March 13, 2021, 11:40:36 PM
Check out this beaut I saw today
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That thing looks like it gets about 8 MPG
That aerodynamic cargo box gets it back up to 9 mpg.
Post by: puniraptor on March 14, 2021, 07:16:34 AM
Post by: puniraptor on March 14, 2021, 07:18:00 AM
Post by: MakeItRain on March 14, 2021, 04:14:03 PM
It's a diesel and gets pretty good fuel economy.
Cool. So it's just like a smaller sprinter van.
Post by: puniraptor on March 14, 2021, 06:42:21 PM
It's a diesel and gets pretty good fuel economy.
Cool. So it's just like a smaller sprinter van.
if it had a Pajero drivetrain
so like if a sprinter had g-wagen legs
Post by: puniraptor on March 14, 2021, 06:44:22 PM
anyway the spacegear is way doper because it looks like an egg and is named SPACEGEAR
Post by: MakeItRain on March 14, 2021, 11:52:15 PM
It's a diesel and gets pretty good fuel economy.
Cool. So it's just like a smaller sprinter van.
if it had a Pajero drivetrain
so like if a sprinter had g-wagen legs
:confused: :dunno: It's all Greek to me
Post by: michigancat on March 14, 2021, 11:53:44 PM
Post by: MakeItRain on March 14, 2021, 11:56:27 PM
I mean the sprinters never had style
True, although the newer ones aren't bad at all.
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Post by: asava on March 15, 2021, 11:14:03 PM
https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html
(https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html)
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Post by: asava on March 15, 2021, 11:16:05 PM
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Post by: bucket on March 15, 2021, 11:18:46 PM
Please someone get this.
https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html
(https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html)
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I've always wanted a VW Westfalia. I'm surprised I've never heard of the Townace.
Post by: MakeItRain on March 15, 2021, 11:40:32 PM
Please someone get this.
https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html
(https://denver.craigslist.org/ctd/d/sacramento-1993-toyota-townace-european/7277613935.html)
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https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/mammoth-lakes-1991-toyota-liteace-4x4/7289557195.html (https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/mammoth-lakes-1991-toyota-liteace-4x4/7289557195.html)
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Post by: BW on March 26, 2021, 08:05:01 AM
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Post by: KITNfury on March 27, 2021, 09:46:53 AM
Those S10 and Ranger supercabs, like what's the point? I remember being like 7 and uncomfortable in the back seat of oneWhile you can put kids you don't really care about back there, I think it's more for tool boxes, small luggage bags, etc.
Post by: Institutional Control on March 27, 2021, 11:20:21 AM
Those S10 and Ranger supercabs, like what's the point? I remember being like 7 and uncomfortable in the back seat of oneWhile you can put kids you don't really care about back there, I think it's more for tool boxes, small luggage bags, etc.
Beer cooler.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 27, 2021, 12:23:46 PM
Post by: TheHamburglar on March 27, 2021, 01:28:51 PM
Those S10 and Ranger supercabs, like what's the point? I remember being like 7 and uncomfortable in the back seat of one
I got a 1991 extended Ranger when I was 17. The extended cab was nice to have after 2 years in an 1985 S-10. It was a nice option to have if more people needed a ride somewhere, even if it sucked for them.
Post by: BW on March 27, 2021, 01:37:55 PM
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Post by: Kat Kid on March 27, 2021, 01:46:50 PM
Could definitely find a cheaper one with more miles.
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Post by: Spracne on March 27, 2021, 05:28:47 PM
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Lol. How long is that sucker? Jesus.
Post by: mocat on March 27, 2021, 05:37:51 PM
https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/mammoth-lakes-1991-toyota-liteace-4x4/7289557195.html (https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/mammoth-lakes-1991-toyota-liteace-4x4/7289557195.html)
(https://images.craigslist.org/01010_luRY7XYR7B6z_0aZ07k_600x450.jpg)
oh my heavens
Post by: KITNfury on March 27, 2021, 06:18:24 PM
If I had a dollar for every time I wished I'd heard that....(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210327/e081ec91ac074cfdf924628a60340df7.jpg)
Lol. How long is that sucker? Jesus.
Post by: Institutional Control on March 29, 2021, 07:52:38 AM
Post by: BW on March 29, 2021, 08:04:37 AM
So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Not terrible amount, lots of aftermarket parts. Try LMC. Would be interested if you wanted to move it. Post a pic!
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Post by: KITNfury on March 29, 2021, 08:44:29 AM
So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Car air conditioning is easy more expensive than it should be imo. May as well buy a 2 ton air conditioner for a house. Expect $1500 or more.
I replaced drum brakes with disc on my old 60s continental, front only. It cost about $1200. That included brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve, calipers, adapter plate, and rotors.
Big shot from the hip, if you do all that I'm betting you spend a minimum of $5k. Not sure if you can just throw on power steering without an engine swap, but could be wrong about that.
Post by: Institutional Control on March 29, 2021, 08:54:16 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210329/28ab644e88d19457482262a537c636d1.jpg)So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Not terrible amount, lots of aftermarket parts. Try LMC. Would be interested if you wanted to move it. Post a pic!
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Post by: Institutional Control on March 29, 2021, 08:55:23 AM
So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Car air conditioning is easy more expensive than it should be imo. May as well buy a 2 ton air conditioner for a house. Expect $1500 or more.
I replaced drum brakes with disc on my old 60s continental, front only. It cost about $1200. That included brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve, calipers, adapter plate, and rotors.
Big shot from the hip, if you do all that I'm betting you spend a minimum of $5k. Not sure if you can just throw on power steering without an engine swap, but could be wrong about that.
That's better than I was thinking. I was afraid it'd be over $10k.
Post by: KITNfury on March 29, 2021, 09:01:40 AM
It might be. If you're paying someone else to do it, I would almost guarantee it.So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Car air conditioning is easy more expensive than it should be imo. May as well buy a 2 ton air conditioner for a house. Expect $1500 or more.
I replaced drum brakes with disc on my old 60s continental, front only. It cost about $1200. That included brake booster, master cylinder, proportioning valve, calipers, adapter plate, and rotors.
Big shot from the hip, if you do all that I'm betting you spend a minimum of $5k. Not sure if you can just throw on power steering without an engine swap, but could be wrong about that.
That's better than I was thinking. I was afraid it'd be over $10k.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 29, 2021, 09:26:53 AM
So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Tranny will be the most expensive part of this. Do you want it to be a daily driver? If so and you don't care about originality you might as well do an ls swap on the engine at the same time.
Post by: Institutional Control on March 29, 2021, 09:31:23 AM
So, my dad has given me my grandfather's 1953 GMC pickup. It runs fine but it doesn't have power steering, brakes are not wonderful but she looks pretty good as it's been in a shed for the last 50 years. Question, how much do you think it would cost to have power steering, modern braking system, new suspension, new transmission and possibly AC in a truck that old?Tranny will be the most expensive part of this. Do you want it to be a daily driver? If so and you don't care about originality you might as well do an ls swap on the engine at the same time.
I don't know about a daily drive but I would like to be able to take it out every weekend. The transmission is geared so low that first gear is basically worthless. I'm not really interested in restoring it to it's original. That would take too much money.
I was thinking that if I'm going to replace everything else, I might as well do the engine as well.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 29, 2021, 09:41:51 AM
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Post by: michigancat on April 19, 2021, 12:54:13 PM
Check out this beaut I saw today
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so I learned this photo was taken in front of a place that actually specializes in Japanese imports. Check out this hot oddball piece of ass
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and this:
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1982 Honda Motocompo in good working order. Originally designed to fit inside the trunk of a Honda City. Very fun and unique scooter. Small blemishes as shown in the photos. Speedometer whines at high speed.
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examples of what they've sold: https://www.wolfreignmotors.com/jdm-vehicles
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Post by: mocat on April 19, 2021, 01:30:31 PM
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:D
Post by: puniraptor on April 19, 2021, 11:20:27 PM
so I learned this photo was taken in front of a place that actually specializes in Japanese imports. Check out this hot oddball piece of ass
(https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/579a4cc2b8a79baa41427f50/1533078988595-A7Z25L6AYHFD717I0P2E/ke17ZwdGBToddI8pDm48kPqQfq0L3n3wpHIsRapTfg8UqsxRUqqbr1mOJYKfIPR7LoDQ9mXPOjoJoqy81S2I8N_N4V1vUb5AoIIIbLZhVYxCRW4BPu10St3TBAUQYVKczo5Zn4xktlpMsMj-QlHXeMfNK6GwvtVkYEWiR8XAPyD3GfLCe_DXOSC_YcAacWL_/zr400bosozoku-4.jpg?format=2500w)
so every saturday night an enormous gang of these like 100+ rip down the coastal boulevard by my house. it is basically the japanese equivalent of harley day every time. they are modified to be as loud (and nutty looking) as possible and they rev incessantly everywhere they go especially at stop lights. ive been meaning to run out with the gopro when they go past and record it.
there's a couple fun vice docs on bosuzoku on youtube. basically this was like teen biker gang style of the 50's-70's. I don't know if todays middle aged men are former teenage motorcycle gangsters or if they just enjoy the style and culture for a saturday night cruise.
Post by: michigancat on April 19, 2021, 11:23:06 PM
Awesome
so I learned this photo was taken in front of a place that actually specializes in Japanese imports. Check out this hot oddball piece of ass
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so every saturday night an enormous gang of these like 100+ rip down the coastal boulevard by my house. it is basically the japanese equivalent of harley day every time. they are modified to be as loud (and nutty looking) as possible and they rev incessantly everywhere they go especially at stop lights. ive been meaning to run out with the gopro when they go past and record it.
there's a couple fun vice docs on bosuzoku on youtube. basically this was like teen biker gang style of the 50's-70's. I don't know if todays middle aged men are former teenage motorcycle gangsters or if they just enjoy the style and culture for a saturday night cruise.
Post by: puniraptor on April 19, 2021, 11:24:12 PM
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Post by: KITNfury on May 22, 2021, 01:53:02 PM
(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)Camper edition!
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/5364807050197937/?ref=facebook_story_share
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 26, 2021, 03:33:31 PM
This peaked my interest
Post by: TheHamburglar on July 26, 2021, 09:35:56 PM
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Post by: steve dave on July 26, 2021, 09:44:57 PM
My dad has one of these old Honda Trail 90s.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210727/d57d706078b1444cdf6e92fdc6d23dc0.jpg)Full bone alert
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 27, 2021, 08:01:53 AM
My dad has one of these old Honda Trail 90s.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210727/d57d706078b1444cdf6e92fdc6d23dc0.jpg)Hawt
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Post by: michigancat on July 27, 2021, 09:39:04 PM
Sometimes I slip & call it a moped and he gets legit pissed at me. Like the maddest he’s been at me in 10 years was when I called it a moped for the 3rd time in a weekend.Wow I love everything about this
Post by: Pete on July 28, 2021, 07:18:32 AM
Post by: TheHamburglar on July 28, 2021, 09:46:18 AM
What does he call it?
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A Trailmaster. When I call it a moped he says “It’s made for the mountains. People take these across the Andes. It’s not a moped.”
Post by: Pete on July 28, 2021, 01:05:01 PM
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Post by: steve dave on July 28, 2021, 01:48:32 PM
https://powersports.honda.com/street/minimoto/trail125-abs
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Post by: KITNfury on July 28, 2021, 08:19:56 PM
Start calling it a hog nowWhat does he call it?
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A Trailmaster. When I call it a moped he says “It’s made for the mountains. People take these across the Andes. It’s not a moped.”
Post by: Institutional Control on July 28, 2021, 08:47:09 PM
Sometimes I slip & call it a moped and he gets legit pissed at me. Like the maddest he’s been at me in 10 years was when I called it a moped for the 3rd time in a weekend.
One time is a slip, three times is passive aggressiveness toward your dad for loving his motorcycle more than you.
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Post by: michigancat on July 28, 2021, 09:10:49 PM
What does he call it?
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A Trailmaster. When I call it a moped he says “It’s made for the mountains. People take these across the Andes. It’s not a moped.”
Post by: TheHamburglar on July 28, 2021, 10:06:57 PM
Sometimes I slip & call it a moped and he gets legit pissed at me. Like the maddest he’s been at me in 10 years was when I called it a moped for the 3rd time in a weekend.
One time is a slip, three times is passive aggressiveness toward your dad for loving his motorcycle more than you.
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:lol: I was going to say my dad & I must have a pretty good relationship if this was the reason he’s been the most pissed at me in a decade, but you cut to the core of our actual dysfunction.
Post by: passranch on July 29, 2021, 07:46:41 PM
Post by: TheHamburglar on July 29, 2021, 10:19:14 PM
they make a new one!
https://powersports.honda.com/street/minimoto/trail125-abs
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I may buy one of these to ride around town.
Post by: slackcat on July 31, 2021, 06:42:44 AM
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 19, 2021, 04:23:06 PM
Ugly (X) Want (X) Top Comes Off (X)
Post by: steve dave on November 19, 2021, 04:34:37 PM
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-ford-bronco-26/
Ugly (X) Want (X) Top Comes Off (X)
buy this instead. bids close in 23 hours!
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1978-international-harvester-scout-ii-27/
Post by: steve dave on November 19, 2021, 04:36:40 PM
https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1962-international-harvester-scout-80-12/
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 19, 2021, 04:37:26 PM
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site is so addicting. like zillow for us hot poa totally obtainable dudes.canco also hilarious to see what some things sell for https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2001-ford-ranger-4/ like this :lol:
Post by: chum1 on November 19, 2021, 04:53:58 PM
site is so addicting. like zillow for us hot poa totally obtainable dudes.canco also hilarious to see what some things sell for https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2001-ford-ranger-4/ like this :lol:
Lol
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Are you all crazy? No wonder there are no deals left in this world. I bought one of these just two years ago (2.3l, 2 wheel drive, manual, roll down windows) for $3,000. It had 90k, but COME ON! $23k??
EDIT: Sorry about talking without thinking. The buyer is 100% correct. He has a brand new truck, better than trucks made today, that is completely servicable. I can’t fault the price for a brand new vehicle. And it looks really sharp.
My apologies for the outburst.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on January 31, 2022, 10:04:29 AM
Post by: _33 on January 31, 2022, 10:26:22 AM
site is so addicting. like zillow for us hot poa totally obtainable dudes.
It looks like trucks just like mine (2000 Tundra 68K) are selling for $20K+. That's pretty wild. Why is that happening?
Post by: IPA4Me on January 31, 2022, 12:26:44 PM
Vehicle shortage is real. Driving used car prices up bigly. Hell, I had a rental last week with 61K miles on it. Current rental is 38K. My 2018 Ford Escape with 72K on it books for $25K now. I bought it for $20K in 2019.site is so addicting. like zillow for us hot poa totally obtainable dudes.
It looks like trucks just like mine (2000 Tundra 68K) are selling for $20K+. That's pretty wild. Why is that happening?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 08, 2022, 04:56:26 PM
Decided life’s too short and pulled the trigger
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Post by: steve dave on February 08, 2022, 05:10:38 PM
Post by: KST8FAN on February 08, 2022, 09:50:38 PM
Tom, how is the bronco coming along??Local mechanic looked at it. Couldn't get it to start due to poor compression. Letting another "ford guy" try and trouble shoot what we're looking at to get it running.
Tom
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 09, 2022, 09:34:08 AM
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Decided life’s too short and pulled the trigger
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Nice.
Post by: CHONGS on February 09, 2022, 09:35:57 AM
Dodge Rampage, sex on wheels :gocho:As soon as I saw that car I wanted it so bad. I've always wanted that or an El Camino.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 09, 2022, 03:12:56 PM
Thanks! Can't tell in my photo but it actually has a chromaflair paint job.. My first choice.. no. But the price was right baby(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220208/fe596b23ba9ee2bf985dfcbe4dff6f05.jpg)
Decided life’s too short and pulled the trigger
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Nice.
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Post by: slackcat on February 09, 2022, 06:44:18 PM
Thanks! Can't tell in my photo but it actually has a chromaflair paint job.. My first choice.. no. But the price was right baby(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220208/fe596b23ba9ee2bf985dfcbe4dff6f05.jpg)
Decided life’s too short and pulled the trigger
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Nice.
What year, half-ton or 3/4?
I have my father's '92 F-100 I'm going to restore. It''s still sporting the 300 six and four speed.
Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 09, 2022, 07:48:04 PM
Not perfect but by any means
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Post by: ben ji on February 09, 2022, 09:01:02 PM
Post by: ben ji on February 09, 2022, 09:04:11 PM
77 4x4(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220210/a364a40c786fc03607c7637b1f112d63.jpg)Tell me more about this spoiler thing behind the cab. Is it easy to remove or is it welded on?
Not perfect but by any means
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Also what kind of person did you buy this from? Who paints/adds on to a old truck like that?...I want to say an old hippie but that doesn't make sense, maybe a small town kid who got really into ecstasy and music festivals?
Post by: slackcat on February 09, 2022, 09:47:06 PM
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 09, 2022, 10:01:33 PM
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 09, 2022, 10:14:15 PM
Believe it or not that paint is old.. like old old. Spoiler is fiberglass, the visor cap is an accessory you could buy actually(but aftermarket). Bought it from the one of the most gruff ass fellas I know.77 4x4(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220210/a364a40c786fc03607c7637b1f112d63.jpg)Tell me more about this spoiler thing behind the cab. Is it easy to remove or is it welded on?
Not perfect but by any means
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Also what kind of person did you buy this from? Who paints/adds on to a old truck like that?...I want to say an old hippie but that doesn't make sense, maybe a small town kid who got really into ecstasy and music festivals?
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 11, 2022, 08:27:21 AM
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Post by: KITNfury on February 11, 2022, 10:08:54 AM
Didn't chameleon type paint come around in the 90s? Which I guess is sort of old, old now. :(Believe it or not that paint is old.. like old old. Spoiler is fiberglass, the visor cap is an accessory you could buy actually(but aftermarket). Bought it from the one of the most gruff ass fellas I know.77 4x4(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220210/a364a40c786fc03607c7637b1f112d63.jpg)Tell me more about this spoiler thing behind the cab. Is it easy to remove or is it welded on?
Not perfect but by any means
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Also what kind of person did you buy this from? Who paints/adds on to a old truck like that?...I want to say an old hippie but that doesn't make sense, maybe a small town kid who got really into ecstasy and music festivals?
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 11, 2022, 10:15:09 AM
Post by: Skipper44 on February 11, 2022, 10:51:28 AM
Those wheels look very 90s so my guess is the paint was done at the same time.
Post by: KST8FAN on February 15, 2022, 04:27:54 PM
#1 found the desired rims off a totalled Bronco complete with the inserts. These will be white when finished.Tom, how is the bronco coming along??Local mechanic looked at it. Couldn't get it to start due to poor compression. Letting another "ford guy" try and trouble shoot what we're looking at to get it running.
Tom
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Post by: TheHamburglar on February 15, 2022, 04:54:50 PM
Post by: Dugout DickStone on February 15, 2022, 05:21:48 PM
My dad has one of these old Honda Trail 90s.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210727/d57d706078b1444cdf6e92fdc6d23dc0.jpg)Full bone alert
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had a green 70
Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 04, 2022, 11:19:57 AM
Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 11:28:38 AM
Post by: KITNfury on March 04, 2022, 08:11:10 PM
speaking of sd's sled I'm getting the decals and GM badges blacked out at my first oil change. so warm up your boners in your pants and outside of your pants.Internet acquaintance to internet acquaintance....I don't think you should do it. But also, I don't know what vehicle you're taking about.
Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 08:20:00 PM
speaking of sd's sled I'm getting the decals and GM badges blacked out at my first oil change. so warm up your boners in your pants and outside of your pants.Internet acquaintance to internet acquaintance....I don't think you should do it. But also, I don't know what vehicle you're taking about.
2022 yukon denali, this color
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Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 08:22:21 PM
https://goEMAW.com/forum/index.php?topic=37461.msg2105268#msg2105268
Post by: star seed 7 on March 04, 2022, 08:36:50 PM
Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 08:39:10 PM
Murder that mfer
ya, I know right
:lightsaber:
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Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 08:40:45 PM
Post by: star seed 7 on March 04, 2022, 08:41:01 PM
Post by: steve dave on March 04, 2022, 08:42:53 PM
but look how much better the decals look
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 04, 2022, 08:49:22 PM
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Post by: ben ji on March 04, 2022, 09:29:03 PM
Post by: KITNfury on March 04, 2022, 10:23:16 PM
Post by: Institutional Control on March 05, 2022, 09:01:44 AM
I went on a date with a girl and 50% of the reason was because she had a the new bronco in one of her pics and they are HAF. When I met her I found out it was only a Bronco "Sport" which is not the same thing so it only lasted one date.LOL
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Post by: Spracne on March 05, 2022, 02:06:44 PM
I went on a date with a girl and 50% of the reason was because she had a the new bronco in one of her pics and they are HAF. When I met her I found out it was only a Bronco "Sport" which is not the same thing so it only lasted one date.
I've heard a rumor that a certain poster on this blog is soon taking possession of a Bronco RAPTOR, but I've been unable to confirm from anyone other than said poster.
Post by: BW on March 06, 2022, 08:57:10 AM
the badges and decals are only like $800 which is safely in the eff around money zone. black rims were $3k more than stock. no option on grill so assuming that'd be custom paint.I had a set of these I pulled off my Sierra a few months ago... Could've made a deal on them.
but look how much better the decals look
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Post by: pissclams on March 06, 2022, 06:44:34 PM
https://www.topgearautosport.com/188782/gmc-yukon-denali-2021-2022-glossy-black-grille?gclid=CjwKCAiA1JGRBhBSEiwAxXblwQ1v6uusJrAg7jSGcyOzgdbK7W0oxGQIfk7_llAHh_76jNV9uYfmgBoCvlUQAvD_BwE
Post by: IPA4Me on March 07, 2022, 08:17:54 AM
Post by: CHONGS on April 06, 2022, 07:36:43 PM
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Post by: TheHamburglar on April 06, 2022, 07:52:49 PM
Post by: Pete on April 06, 2022, 08:25:24 PM
Post by: Katpappy on April 08, 2022, 09:40:35 AM
Post by: Institutional Control on April 08, 2022, 10:34:07 AM
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Post by: CHONGS on April 08, 2022, 01:23:39 PM
You know there's a reason they quit making those POS cars. :flush:Yeah, the people who owned them died from drowning in pussy.
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on April 08, 2022, 01:26:35 PM
Post by: BW on April 11, 2022, 10:02:09 AM
(https://i.imgur.com/bKHO0SR.png)https://appleton.craigslist.org/ctd/d/hartford-1985-toyota-van-wagon-wagon-le/7464415265.html (https://appleton.craigslist.org/ctd/d/hartford-1985-toyota-van-wagon-wagon-le/7464415265.html)
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 28, 2022, 07:45:48 PM
Finally went and grabbed this sonuvagun. Honestly hoping I can flip this ole girl and get what I really want. 78-79 bronco or a centurion bronco
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Post by: Spracne on April 28, 2022, 08:57:32 PM
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Finally went and grabbed this sonuvagun. Honestly hoping I can flip this ole girl and get what I really want. 78-79 bronco or a centurion bronco
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Gal?? That's obviously a dude. Like, David Bowie.
Post by: TheHamburglar on April 29, 2022, 09:45:12 AM
https://twitter.com/bringatrailer/status/1520050973514764290?s=21
Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 29, 2022, 09:50:06 AM
Post by: ben ji on April 29, 2022, 02:15:50 PM
that truck just screams I'm going to get coffee at mcdonalds with the menGet coffee at the co-op*
Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 29, 2022, 07:47:45 PM
Nope, that ole boy has a beater truck for crap like that. Then has his Sunday best truckthat truck just screams I'm going to get coffee at mcdonalds with the menGet coffee at the co-op*
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on August 08, 2022, 08:43:06 AM
https://twitter.com/asIiceofhistory/status/1556303705158270976?s=20&t=RcN2p7XPACVTBtaXolLYJA
Post by: TheHamburglar on August 08, 2022, 01:17:53 PM
Looks fun and practical
https://twitter.com/asIiceofhistory/status/1556303705158270976?s=20&t=RcN2p7XPACVTBtaXolLYJA
Someone found it at a junk yard & restored it.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SpwH9WeVEfU
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mqr2ioQTV5s&t=2s
Post by: Pete on February 05, 2023, 10:05:56 AM
I want the freedom of not giving two shits about what happens to it, yet the confidence to drive it anywhere. Is this a paradox, a cosmic impossibility even?!?!
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Post by: Spracne on February 05, 2023, 12:12:21 PM
Looks fun and practical
https://twitter.com/asIiceofhistory/status/1556303705158270976?s=20&t=RcN2p7XPACVTBtaXolLYJA
Someone found it at a junk yard & restored it.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=SpwH9WeVEfU
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mqr2ioQTV5s&t=2s
This was fascinating.
Post by: Katpappy on February 05, 2023, 03:35:09 PM
Post by: Trim on February 05, 2023, 04:23:05 PM
The car wash thread got me thinking...I have a very nice, well maintained vehicle, but I am seriously thinking about additoinally purchasing a cheap-as-possible ugly truck that I can give zero fucks about. The ideal situation would be a truck that was as new as possible, had a crap ton of miles, body rust, other blemishes, and yet still have a reliable engine and transmission. Very tricky situation to try and find just the right mix of "looks like crap but drives like heaven."
I want the freedom of not giving two shits about what happens to it, yet the confidence to drive it anywhere. Is this a paradox, a cosmic impossibility even?!?!
Get all the clearances needed for this purchase, then be reminded on gE that it's impossible, and then allocate that money to boat things.
Post by: Spracne on February 05, 2023, 04:31:30 PM
You would be asking for all kinds of mechanical issues. I owned a VW bug in HS and it could barely go 60 mpg with a buck wind. There is no way this would be reliable and KDOT probably wouldn't allow it on the interstate.
I didn't realize they manufactured these in the '40s?
Post by: wetwillie on February 05, 2023, 09:45:44 PM
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 06, 2023, 10:03:29 AM
The car wash thread got me thinking...I have a very nice, well maintained vehicle, but I am seriously thinking about additoinally purchasing a cheap-as-possible ugly truck that I can give zero fucks about. The ideal situation would be a truck that was as new as possible, had a crap ton of miles, body rust, other blemishes, and yet still have a reliable engine and transmission. Very tricky situation to try and find just the right mix of "looks like crap but drives like heaven."These are difficult but not impossibly at all to find. FB marketplace and craigslist(yes it's still a thing and only have it on owner sold) are the best places. If by some chance you come across someone that has a For Sale sign in the window of their vehicle that puppy might as well have a bullseye on it.
I want the freedom of not giving two shits about what happens to it, yet the confidence to drive it anywhere. Is this a paradox, a cosmic impossibility even?!?!
Post by: Katpappy on February 06, 2023, 06:32:01 PM
You would be asking for all kinds of mechanical issues. I owned a VW bug in HS and it could barely go 60 mpg with a buck wind. There is no way this would be reliable and KDOT probably wouldn't allow it on the interstate.
I didn't realize they manufactured these in the '40s?
It was a '64 bug. I grew up in the time of hippies, not beatnecks or "greatest generation" hicks. :thumbsup:
Post by: Pete on February 06, 2023, 09:10:48 PM
I do check those regularly. I am hoping by late summer or early fall the used car market will have corrected a bit.The car wash thread got me thinking...I have a very nice, well maintained vehicle, but I am seriously thinking about additoinally purchasing a cheap-as-possible ugly truck that I can give zero fucks about. The ideal situation would be a truck that was as new as possible, had a crap ton of miles, body rust, other blemishes, and yet still have a reliable engine and transmission. Very tricky situation to try and find just the right mix of "looks like crap but drives like heaven."These are difficult but not impossibly at all to find. FB marketplace and craigslist(yes it's still a thing and only have it on owner sold) are the best places. If by some chance you come across someone that has a For Sale sign in the window of their vehicle that puppy might as well have a bullseye on it.
I want the freedom of not giving two shits about what happens to it, yet the confidence to drive it anywhere. Is this a paradox, a cosmic impossibility even?!?!
Post by: stunted on February 07, 2023, 01:19:54 AM
Post by: KITNfury on February 07, 2023, 05:33:40 PM
would love to get a car like the 300zx, gs300, or whatever other cool car from that area and modify the crap out of it. 2f2. (oh god is that like with boomers and muscle cars? signs of getting old.)Yea, but it's ok
Post by: nicname on July 16, 2023, 05:49:58 PM
Post by: nicname on July 16, 2023, 05:52:27 PM
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Been seeing a few around lately and have taken a liking to the look.
https://www.edmunds.com/chevrolet/malibu-maxx/2005/hatchback/
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 17, 2023, 09:36:55 AM
Post by: Katpappy on July 18, 2023, 03:18:51 AM
If I find a decent one I'm going to pull the trigger on a Suzuki Samurai. Cheaper than a side by side and basically the same thing
JUNK! Also, lots of luck trying to find someplace that will repair the many breakdowns. :lol:
Post by: steve dave on July 18, 2023, 07:32:25 AM
If I find a decent one I'm going to pull the trigger on a Suzuki Samurai. Cheaper than a side by side and basically the same thingYou’re like the 50th person I’ve seen say this exact thing about a samurai and/or tracker.
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Post by: Cire on July 18, 2023, 07:45:54 AM
I have a 2001 f150 that is this exact truck!The car wash thread got me thinking...I have a very nice, well maintained vehicle, but I am seriously thinking about additoinally purchasing a cheap-as-possible ugly truck that I can give zero fucks about. The ideal situation would be a truck that was as new as possible, had a crap ton of miles, body rust, other blemishes, and yet still have a reliable engine and transmission. Very tricky situation to try and find just the right mix of "looks like crap but drives like heaven."These are difficult but not impossibly at all to find. FB marketplace and craigslist(yes it's still a thing and only have it on owner sold) are the best places. If by some chance you come across someone that has a For Sale sign in the window of their vehicle that puppy might as well have a bullseye on it.
I want the freedom of not giving two shits about what happens to it, yet the confidence to drive it anywhere. Is this a paradox, a cosmic impossibility even?!?!
132000 miles lmao
Duct tape holding a side mirror up. Rust along wheel wells etc. got it all
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Post by: Pete on July 21, 2023, 09:28:07 PM
Post by: CNS on July 22, 2023, 09:08:05 AM
Post by: Kat Kid on July 22, 2023, 11:12:30 AM
Post by: steve dave on July 22, 2023, 11:16:02 AM
https://usminitrucksales.com/inventory/automatic-2022-daihatsu-hijet-power-package-made-by-toyota-3/There are recently an infinite amount of these in Omaha. Just sprung up all of a sudden.
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 22, 2023, 11:47:26 AM
Post by: DaBigTrain on July 22, 2023, 12:07:05 PM
Post by: Kat Kid on July 22, 2023, 01:00:37 PM
Post by: IPA4Me on July 22, 2023, 01:05:00 PM
Post by: mocat on July 22, 2023, 01:15:22 PM
They are not street legal tho?https://usminitrucksales.com/inventory/automatic-2022-daihatsu-hijet-power-package-made-by-toyota-3/There are recently an infinite amount of these in Omaha. Just sprung up all of a sudden.
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 22, 2023, 01:56:12 PM
Post by: steve dave on July 22, 2023, 02:33:21 PM
I have no idea, it’s certainly not stopping them from driving around all over though.They are not street legal tho?https://usminitrucksales.com/inventory/automatic-2022-daihatsu-hijet-power-package-made-by-toyota-3/There are recently an infinite amount of these in Omaha. Just sprung up all of a sudden.
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Post by: KITNfury on July 22, 2023, 03:12:16 PM
Post by: pissclams on September 18, 2023, 08:48:25 PM
https://motocompacto.honda.com/
Post by: tdaver on September 18, 2023, 10:00:18 PM
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Post by: nicname on September 19, 2023, 08:32:54 AM
Post by: GregKSU1027 on September 19, 2023, 08:50:28 AM
https://youtu.be/yRG0Wai4sR0?si=yeLwMdMz_1azCUAn
Post by: Dugout DickStone on September 19, 2023, 10:13:34 AM
this thing is next level boss
https://motocompacto.honda.com/
If i was strolling down Pennsylvania and clams in all his glory came cruising around the corner at 47th on that I would faint.
Post by: Katpappy on September 20, 2023, 08:42:36 AM
Post by: DQ12 on November 07, 2023, 01:33:36 PM
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Quote
First Drive: Toyota's $10,000 Pickup Truck Is Perfect. So, Why Are We Sad?https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2025-toyota-imv-0-pickup-truck-first-drive-review-japan-mobility-show/ (https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2025-toyota-imv-0-pickup-truck-first-drive-review-japan-mobility-show/)[/list]
This Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series lookalike is a no-frills, cost-reduced Hilux flatbed/pickup optimized for lower-GDP markets.
[...]
The Toyota Tacoma pickup is built in America for Americans and Canadians, to dodge the "chicken tax," but 181 other countries around the world get the Toyota Hilux pickup. It looks a bit like our Tacoma, but more basic. You'd recognize it from global news footage of relief aid or conflict areas. Well, apparently it had gotten a trifle fancy and at about $15,200 to start, it was pricing itself out of some of those markets. The Toyota IMV 0 intends to fill in that low-cost space beneath the Hilux with a target starting price of $10,000. It made its debut at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, wearing cool Land Cruiser 70 Series style. Shortly after the Tokyo show, we took one for a spin.
Back To Basics
Toyota has rethought every inch if this truck with an eye toward cost optimization and delivering everything that's absolutely necessary and nothing that's not. The development team even invited upfitters from around the globe to weigh in on how to better optimize the chassis and cab for to prepare them for aftermarket builds. Here are some the changes, what's still included, or what's been left out:All flat glazing for the windshield, side, and rear windows
Flatbed with no sides as standard, with a limited number of upgrades like the drop-side model we drove
No anti-lock braking, but a load-sensitive proportioning valve is standard, and ABS will be optional (Hilux's standard ABS makes it difficult for upfitters to install heavier-duty rear axles)
No airbags (these will also be optionally available or standard in some markets)
No armrests, just door pockets that double as door pulls
Crank windows
Plastic and rubber galore inside
Hilux control-arm, coil-sprung front/leaf-sprung rear chassis easily upgraded for higher GVWR
cc @Pete !!
Post by: Pete on November 07, 2023, 02:44:37 PM
Imagine buying a new pickup for 10k, but unobtainable because no form of it would never be available in the US at anywhere near that price point.Man, I saw this announcement too and immediately thought this is some bullshit that we cannot buy this thing.
(https://www.motortrend.com/uploads/2023/11/2024-Toyota-IMV-0-JMS-First-Drive-1.png?fit=around%7C875:492)QuoteFirst Drive: Toyota's $10,000 Pickup Truck Is Perfect. So, Why Are We Sad?https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2025-toyota-imv-0-pickup-truck-first-drive-review-japan-mobility-show/ (https://www.motortrend.com/reviews/2025-toyota-imv-0-pickup-truck-first-drive-review-japan-mobility-show/)[/list]
This Toyota Land Cruiser 70 Series lookalike is a no-frills, cost-reduced Hilux flatbed/pickup optimized for lower-GDP markets.
[...]
The Toyota Tacoma pickup is built in America for Americans and Canadians, to dodge the "chicken tax," but 181 other countries around the world get the Toyota Hilux pickup. It looks a bit like our Tacoma, but more basic. You'd recognize it from global news footage of relief aid or conflict areas. Well, apparently it had gotten a trifle fancy and at about $15,200 to start, it was pricing itself out of some of those markets. The Toyota IMV 0 intends to fill in that low-cost space beneath the Hilux with a target starting price of $10,000. It made its debut at the 2023 Japan Mobility Show, wearing cool Land Cruiser 70 Series style. Shortly after the Tokyo show, we took one for a spin.
Back To Basics
Toyota has rethought every inch if this truck with an eye toward cost optimization and delivering everything that's absolutely necessary and nothing that's not. The development team even invited upfitters from around the globe to weigh in on how to better optimize the chassis and cab for to prepare them for aftermarket builds. Here are some the changes, what's still included, or what's been left out:All flat glazing for the windshield, side, and rear windows
Flatbed with no sides as standard, with a limited number of upgrades like the drop-side model we drove
No anti-lock braking, but a load-sensitive proportioning valve is standard, and ABS will be optional (Hilux's standard ABS makes it difficult for upfitters to install heavier-duty rear axles)
No airbags (these will also be optionally available or standard in some markets)
No armrests, just door pockets that double as door pulls
Crank windows
Plastic and rubber galore inside
Hilux control-arm, coil-sprung front/leaf-sprung rear chassis easily upgraded for higher GVWR
cc @Pete !!
Post by: Katpappy on November 07, 2023, 06:30:05 PM