Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Hi all, I’ve been thinking of buying a classic car for a long time now, and before I made the jump I was wondering if anyone out there has had any experiences good or bad that might help me in my choice. My budget is only around 3kish so I know this will limit what I can get, although I’m not scared of doing a bit of work to get a cheaper buy... I’ve so far being looking at a large selection of cars including – VW Bay Camper VW Karmann Ghia Triumph GT6 VW Beetle Ford Mustang (non fastback) 1970+ Dodge charger Datsun 240 Does anyone have any other ideas/guidance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tricky-Ricky Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Difficult one, as its a personal thing, all have their nice points, but if it was me i would go for the 240Z. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 68 Mustang VW Karmann Ghia Datsun 240 PRE 73 Chevelle? PRE 73 Camaro? Dodge charger oops got carried away spending your money, did'nt see yr budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobSheffield Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I would go for the Charger. Lots of different budget levels there though! As with many cars, your budget will get good examples of the cheaper cars and worse of the nicer/more desirable cars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homer Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 At that price rule out any real classic US motors, well the desirable ones at least. Not sure if a 240 or 280 nissan is in the budget either, but that would be my personal choice if possible for the money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 68 Mustang VW Karmann Ghia Datsun 240 PRE 73 Chevelle? PRE 73 Camaro? Dodge charger I love the American models but so does everyone else and prices are mega high:( The Dodge Charger would be a later model unfortunatly too, not the 69 f&f stunner but still has a similar look. I've currently got a 73 Beetle and I would be tempted to stick to VW for the sake of easy parts, but there very common and Im fancing a rarer model which will get people wondering what it is[COOL][/COOL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnanshah247 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 DATSUN 120Y! all time classic for me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORD-MUSTANG-GRANDE-1972-V8_W0QQitemZ220436956246QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item3353110456&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50 Stretching the budget but.... What about this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aero-M Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Hi all, I’ve been thinking of buying a classic car for a long time now, and before I made the jump I was wondering if anyone out there has had any experiences good or bad that might help me in my choice. My budget is only around 3kish so I know this will limit what I can get, although I’m not scared of doing a bit of work to get a cheaper buy... I’ve so far being looking at a large selection of cars including – VW Bay Camper VW Karmann Ghia Triumph GT6 VW Beetle Ford Mustang (non fastback) 1970+ Dodge charger Datsun 240 Does anyone have any other ideas/guidance? My experience of classics is limited, I have owned 2 triumph spitfires. 1- mk4 and 1- 1500. I love the shape of the spitfire and the drive. For your budget you won't get a gt6 that would be worth buying, good ones fetch 7-8k. Spitfires can be picked up in very nice condition for about 4k. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matt k Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 My experience of classics is limited, I have owned 2 triumph spitfires. 1- mk4 and 1- 1500. I love the shape of the spitfire and the drive. For your budget you won't get a gt6 that would be worth buying, good ones fetch 7-8k. Spitfires can be picked up in very nice condition for about 4k. Yeah, you could get a spitfire and make it tdy for that budget, it's probably the most realist option, I think the other cars would be tatty in that price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/TRIUMPH-GT6-BLUE_W0QQitemZ270403846347QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item3ef55340cb&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A1%7C293%3A1%7C294%3A50 Found a gt6... Looks good ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthewm1965 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I have a GT6. Very easy to work on and plenty of spares available. If you get something older than 1972 then it will be free road tax. But I'm sure you know that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 I have a GT6. Very easy to work on and plenty of spares available. If you get something older than 1972 then it will be free road tax. But I'm sure you know that. Don't have any photos do you [COOL][/COOL] I've heard they are very good cars, but the performance is a let down? And didn't the mk1 and 2 have poor suspension setups? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustGav Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MG-MIDGET-WHITE_W0QQitemZ110405334434QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item19b4abb5a2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7|66%3A2|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50 Free Tax, cheap parts and you can fix it with gaffer tape or WD40 (And dirt cheap insurance) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heckler Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 1976 1.6 Mk1 Golf GTI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MG-MIDGET-WHITE_W0QQitemZ110405334434QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAutomobiles_UK?hash=item19b4abb5a2&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=65%3A7|66%3A2|39%3A1|240%3A1318|301%3A1|293%3A1|294%3A50 Free Tax, cheap parts and you can fix it with gaffer tape or WD40 (And dirt cheap insurance) Looks good, but Im thinking of keeping to a hardtop. I love the lines of the fastback style cars [COOL][/COOL] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthewm1965 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 Don't have any photos do you [COOL][/COOL] I've heard they are very good cars, but the performance is a let down? And didn't the mk1 and 2 have poor suspension setups? I dont have access to the photos at the moment because I'm working away from home. You wont win any races with one despite the 6 cyl engine. The sound through a SS exhaust is the best bit about them The Mkiii is probably the best suspension set up but is still poor by modern day standards. Also very small by modern day standards. It all depends what you want. I'll be selling ours later this year when I have finished fitting all new brake components. Only done 50 miles in the last 2 years. Its a waste really when someone with more time could be enjoying it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 22, 2009 Author Share Posted June 22, 2009 Sounds good, how much would you be looking at selling for? Might be worth waiting + saving... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
matthewm1965 Posted June 22, 2009 Share Posted June 22, 2009 I'm not sure of current prices, but probably not a lot more than your budget. I bought it 8 years ago just after it had a full chassis off rebuild by its previous owner. The paintwork was poor so I had it resprayed but it still isn't as good as it should be. It will also need the seats recovering as the pvc has split and the foam inner deteriated. (common fault). I am going to be away from home until the end of July (currently working abroad). Will be able to send you photos then if you are interested. Matt Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 I'm not sure of current prices, but probably not a lot more than your budget. I bought it 8 years ago just after it had a full chassis off rebuild by its previous owner. The paintwork was poor so I had it resprayed but it still isn't as good as it should be. It will also need the seats recovering as the pvc has split and the foam inner deteriated. (common fault). I am going to be away from home until the end of July (currently working abroad). Will be able to send you photos then if you are interested. Matt Yeah sounds ideal, send me a PM when your back. I'm not worried about the paint, gives me the option to choose a nice new colour:) Speak to you soon then, Andy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jim_supra Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 A good site to check out is http://www.carandclassic.co.uk loads and loads to choose from on there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooter Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Rover SD1 V8? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RED_ROCKET Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 jenson interceptor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spike3.0 Posted June 23, 2009 Author Share Posted June 23, 2009 A good site to check out is http://www.carandclassic.co.uk loads and loads to choose from on there. Cheers, looking now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris2o2 Posted June 23, 2009 Share Posted June 23, 2009 Mk1 Golf , Dont know if they're officially classic's but i love them . I probarly get more comments/smiles driving the Golf over the Supra ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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