NOT MINE 1972 Imperial $33,600 (Sold)

[Just Carbs]

i would run the volvos on points if i could.

Well, I don't know about all that. But the little Mopar box on the fender/fire wall and the distributor is as far as I want to go at this point.
Carbs all the way.
I got cars from the 90s, they drive plenty good, rarely fail. But when it happens, they have a nasty habit of not saying anything ahead of time. At least the old stuff has the generosity to make it to a motel.
I take the big 64 on the long trips now. With a trunk full of the usual suspect spare parts.

 

[rags]

they have a nasty habit of not saying anything ahead of time.

that's my fear. we travel often and it's to the point of paranoia. thinking seriously about putting the point trigger back in the '69.

 

[deltahead]

I'm with you on the idea of eliminating computer cars. If I had it my way... I'd go completely analog. True freedom!!

I currently agree whole heartedly with the above statement. I've just spent past 4 days with an 06 911 with a key locked in the ignition with no way to remove but to ship to the dealer. Really burns my hind quarters because i can swing a wrench with best of them but this is computational brain box magic that is stopping me from success. So i get in my 02 325 after a week and that is throwing code after code of cam sensors and stalling as well as instrument cluster deciding to just stop altogether. So for lack of other mobility that i trust at the moment i swing by the storage unit to visit the old girl first time since 4th of july and fires up on second crank and leaks a little from the fuel line to carb two twists and right as rain. so if you know anyone in the market for a 911 let me know. Im changing my fleet from european to old reliable machines that you can fix with a wrench and beer.

 

[Just Carbs]

I'm a bit perturbed that we are even considering abandoning late model cars. Actually, I have a decidedly nasty attitude about the whole mess. For a while I thought maybe I just didn't want to spend the 1k a month. But no, it goes to the core of reliability and usability. If I drive a 5 to10 year old car, I'm probably going to get burned.

 

[Just Carbs]

I currently agree whole heartedly with the above statement. I've just spent past 4 days with an 06 911 with a key locked in the ignition with no way to remove but to ship to the dealer. Really burns my hind quarters because i can swing a wrench with best of them but this is computational brain box magic that is stopping me from success. So i get in my 02 325 after a week and that is throwing code after code of cam sensors and stalling as well as instrument cluster deciding to just stop altogether. So for lack of other mobility that i trust at the moment i swing by the storage unit to visit the old girl first time since 4th of july and fires up on second crank and leaks a little from the fuel line to carb two twists and right as rain. so if you know anyone in the market for a 911 let me know. Im changing my fleet from european to old reliable machines that you can fix with a wrench and beer.

So, what do we have to do to these old cars to get them to the point that they are just as appealing and nice to drive as late model stuff?
If we take a harder look at it from a pragmatic point of view, it may be justified.

Variable ratio steering box, suspension tune, distributor recurve, carb dial in, sound deadening package, premium sound system, premium wheel and tire package, ceramic window tint, leather seat and spring rework, 4sp overdrive with 3.91 rear.
I bet it cost tons less than a 50k car over time, and tons more sustainable to.

What other mods/updates do these cars need?

 

[Mbaird]

My old Mopars are my daily drivers . I spent the last 30 years selling new high end cars and I guess I just take them for granted now . Besides I only have room for so many cars and 1 of those spots has to be for Melissas newer Acura .
Not to mention that instead of a new car payment I choose to use that money on old cars .

 

[surfnturf]

So, what do we have to do to these old cars to get them to the point that they are just as appealing and nice to drive as late model stuff?
If we take a harder look at it from a pragmatic point of view, it may be justified.

Variable ratio steering box, suspension tune, distributor recurve, carb dial in, sound deadening package, premium sound system, premium wheel and tire package, ceramic window tint, leather seat and spring rework, 4sp overdrive with 3.91 rear.
I bet it cost tons less than a 50k car over time, and tons more sustainable to.

What other mods/updates do these cars need?

One of my current daily drivers is my 1968 Bronco. It has a very simple 1990 Mustang 5.0 with fuel injection, power steering conversion, front disc brakes, a NP-435 truck transmission, Air conditioning, and a retro stereo that looks stock. No matter how many miles I put on it, it continues to appreciate in value. The 66 Chrysler New Yorker is my weekend vehicle of choice as it is smooth, quiet and comfortable and great for weekend drives. I will not make any modifications other than disc brakes to the Chrysler. I will do everything I can to maintain it and keep it running perfect and I'm sure it will retain its value better than any modern or late model car.

 

[LongLeBaron]

Ok much more representative of a low mileage clean car. Not like the black 2dr respray that was posted here a while back that west coast classics has still failed to sell at 49 now dropped to 42 Have yet to see even one bid.

I browsed that black '69 coupe while I was shopping. I agree it seems high even at the lower price.