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Automotive bucket list
What do you want to own before you die? Doesn't matter how stupid, unreliable or impractical it is, but it should be within reason of attainability/affordability. Oh, and let's load the thread with car porn :)
Here's mine: 1. Delorean. Forget Marty McFly, I've loved these since they were sold brand new. One day I'll own one. It may only be for a few months, but I will. It's the only car on the planet my wife wants as much as I do. Maybe more. 2. Citroen 2CV. Just because they're ridiculous. Like the Delorean, I'll probably only keep it a short time. 3. Ferrari 308. One of the most beautiful cars of all time. I just have to figure out how I'm going to get out of it after a year or 2 without losing my shirt. 4. Countach. See reasons for #3 :) http://www.cartype.com/pics/3368/ful...ochure3_81.jpg http://www.carfolio.com/images/dbima...cv_special.jpg http://www.kzclassiccars.com/picture...ovalvole-1.jpg http://www.timpelen.com/images/cars/...0_qv_img04.jpg |
I've had modified Jeeps to some of the most rugged, isolated, beautiful territory on Earth.
I've driven Porsches on the race track- Both Driver Ed and actual wheel-to-wheel racing. If I die tomorrow, I will not have been cheated. |
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My interest is waning, but I've always said I wanted any Ferrari with wire wires and a 12. The 330 is one of less cost. However, I might be ready to settle for an XJS 12. I've never even been near one, but people say.... |
Porsche 918 and 962(several varients)
Ford GT40 VW 21window VW Swimwagon Messersmidt and Isseta Honda 600 and CVCC Aptera FCar Dino 1930 Ford deluxe coupe Ford fastback mustang That would be a good start for week1;) |
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in chronological order: 1) 964 C4. Not my favorite 911, but my favorite car for a daily driver. So far (3 weeks) has proven to be a shockingly practical car, aside from the terrible city mileage http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329271515.jpg 2) Mercedes e500 4matic wagon. We already have a c320 wagon, but it's a bit tight. I made the mistake of testing an e500 and they are just *a m a z i n g*. perfectly practical, but perfectly insane too. Seem like good value as 20-22k used cars. Would want magnaf lows. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329271890.jpg 3) Jag Etype coupe. Prettiest shape ever pressed into steel. I was in NYC and saw a tatty "driver" '68 coupe for 25k. Watching ebay, there are occasionally other similar cars for under 30k. Hard to imagine those kind of prices will still be around in 5 years or so. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329272652.jpg 4) Lamborghini Espada: Saw one at John Scotti's in Montreal, and have been obsessed since. A beautiful car in person, and they REALLY DO fit 4 adults. And they can be had for 40-60k. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329273237.jpg 5) Ferrari 365/400/412 2+2 5 speed. I've seen a few online sell between 25-40k. I love the idea of a v12 Ferrari, and these are the only ones that seem to be somewhat attainable. And as ungainly as they sometimes seem in pictures, I think they are STUNNING in person. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329272970.jpg |
Shelby Cobra (Real one, not a kit)
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I'm dying? Well then I'm gonna die driving this thing in costs rica or Australia. Unimog expedition camper.
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I've already checked off several that were on my list- Type 1 VW beetle (everyone has to have one once), Boxster S, and now the S2 Lotus Elise.
Still left on the list: Ferrari 348 or 355 Late 930 slantnose That's really it for cars that I must own regardless of what I have to do. There is obviously a ton of vehicles that I want to own, but I don't find them to be a matter to which I need to build my life around. The few above cars... yes. |
I hat muscle cars when I was younger. Not hardcore, big block muscle cars, but reasonably fun, fast V-8 American cars. I've had a 911, and now I've got a turbo miata.
Cars that I would really like to own before I die I'd like another Porsche, I'm not sure which one, but I'll have another. It may be a longhood, or another <89, or it may be a 964 or 993 or boxster. After owning this turbo miata, I have a hankerin' for a turbo 911. I really like the look of the '77-89 cars, but I could probably be talked into a 965 or 993t. I just don't know, but I'm going to have at least one more. What would I like to own that's realistic? Lotus/Caterham 7 Something like one of these. I like the look of the clamshell fenders, but I think I'd rather have the cycle fenders. There's just something about being able to see the front tires and suspension moving around... http://www.thetruthaboutcars.com/wp-...8/seven003.jpg http://www.barryelysportscars.co.uk/...terham%207.JPG http://britishsportscars.com/blog/wp...-Super-7-1.jpg Another toy car that I'd like to have... Beck 550. (because there's no way I could have a real 550). To me the 550a is a beautiful car. It's one of the cars that really captures the fluid beautiful style of the sports cars of the 50s and 60s. http://www.carazed.com/wp-content/up...er-600x375.jpg Another car that I'd like to have is a RHD original mini. The original is so much better looking than the new ones which is impressive, because I think the new ones are cute. http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-ab...t-red-f-lr.jpg I have a passing interest in Chevy Corvairs, but I don't know that I have a strong desire to own one. I may have another muscle car, but it'd probably only be if a good deal falls into my lap and happen on an impulse. http://www.pictures.eaglefreeenterpr...onvertible.jpg http://image.carcraft.com/f/rebldryv...t-impala-4.jpg I don't know that I'd like to own a V-12, but I'd like to get the opportunity to drive a Ferrari or Lambo V-12. I might even be able to make due with a Jag 12, but it would have to be an older model. I came up behind one of these when I was on the freeway once and slowly passed him. The sound made the hair on the back of my neck stand up and he was just cruising along. It's not the prettiest car Ferrari ever made, but it's pretty nice. http://www.automotive-stock-images.c...coupe-1972.jpg I'd prefer something a bit older... An E-type would be nice. I've always loved those, and the wife does too. |
Now, if we are dreaming and money is no object...
McLaren F1 http://www.allfastcars.com/cars/mclarenf1side.jpg Carrera GT http://www.roadandtrack.com/var/ezfl...a-gt_lead1.jpg Lamborghini Miura http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...ura_P400SV.jpg Ferrari - a few old and new (carbs and mufflers) 250GT swb http://ferrari.vintage.free.fr/Image...ta_Comp-61.jpg gentleman's ferrari, tan leather, thin wood rimmed wheel, wire wheels. http://images.hemmings.com/wp-conten...0275%20GTS.jpg Jaguar XK120 convertible http://jaguar.fiboy.com/images/Xk120_OTS.jpg C-type http://www.classic-car-history.com/c...uar-c-type.jpg XKSS http://www.carstyling.ru/resources/c...uar_XKSS_1.jpg D-type http://jaguarpits.com/images/jaguar-...cture-7828.jpg |
couple of muscle cars, maybe a '65 Impala SS 396 4spd or big block chevelle 4spd (a V-8 rumble with a carb, big cam and no cats is hard to beat), few old Porsches like '67R, '73RS, 550, 904, 908, 917. I'd also have a GT40, one of the originals, not a new one.
http://static.cargurus.com/images/si...pic-10136.jpeg http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedi...T40_(rear).jpg and when you lift the cover, it should look like this. http://image.kitcarmag.com/f/1083636...k1s+engine.jpg Aston Martin (I want Hugh's old car) BMW http://rick.nerds.net/bmw5072.jpg Merc 300SL http://rick.nerds.net/car_wish_files/image025.jpg MGA http://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/...er_Front_1.jpg Datsun roadster http://www.zcargarage.com/images/196...ter-alvin1.jpg How about a Lancia Stratos? http://www.fastestlaps.com/photos/La...71286a8fab.jpg |
I really love the sports cars from the 50s and 60s. The new ones have phenomenal performance, but I'm not sure they've got the character of the old cars.
http://www.sportscardigest.com/wp-co...rprofilel1.jpg http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DGmCyUNxZh...4R_head+on.jpg http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_xhLwvqyE7o...ealey-3000.jpg http://www.allcarcentral.com/Lister/...ineon_2011.jpg http://www.tansleypanels.com/gallery...Lotus%2011.jpg http://www.astonspeedup.com/images/a...tin-db3-17.png http://www.carstyling.ru/resources/s..._spyder_21.jpg I like the 289 cobras better than the 427 cobras. http://www.laconcours.com/06winners_pix/PICT0196.jpg |
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Now that the muscle car bubble has deflated a bit, decent GTOs can be had for >$20K. I'd love to have something close to what carried me to school as a kid. '68 or '69, dark green with a black vinyl top...
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Happy to say, pretty much none!
I've been a huge car fan since I was 10 years old, read and memorized every car mag, etc. etc. etc. Owned a lot of cool cars, too. And drooled and schemed over a lot more. But for reasons that I don't really understand, I don't have a desire to own them anymore. All of those high priced, high maintenance cars above - would love to see them at a car show, or driving down the road. Would love if my neighbor had some of them! But don't want them in my garage, don't have any desire to own them. (I will admit, though, I'd still like a really nice driver quality, stock MFI 72 or 73 911S or E, that I would drive 5-6 times a week). |
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I would really like a magic Targa With breath taking looks, superior performance, gearing, and a supple suspension with handling finesse. I would have to sell a few things and be patient, but this is doable. Unfortunately, I can't seem to get my hooks unstuck from any of my current cars to sell any of them without leaving claw marks... ;)
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Already own it but can't get the time to change the clutch ( engine/gearbox out job) 'cos my 924S is sucking up my time needing an engine change. |
It's funny. The only car that was ever really on my "bucket list" was an early 911, long wheelbase, long hood.
There are other cars that I sometimes think about, McLaren F1, Espada, Lotus 7, but there is no real desire to possess one or drive it. I think this is partly because of the reality of roads around here. Meaning: even with a lottery win they would not appear in my garage. A Lotus 7 would soon lead to crushed vertebrae with the frost heaved roads that I have fun on. I felt guilty running the 924S up to a speed where it felt happy, what the heck would one do with a F1 or an Espada? The old 911, with relatively skinny wheels and tires and stock suspension travel was a car for the (my) real world. I'm a happy man. Les |
Three letters... NSX.
http://www.nsxprime.com/photopost/da.../6469nsx10.jpg I'd also like to get back into Porsches at some point, but it'd have to be one new enough to have plastics and a dash that were made with decent quality. Something which they did not yet have a grasp on when my '87 924S was made. |
Great thread. In no particular order and I'm sure I'm going to miss some. To be clear, this is not a bucket list, but would be if I was born rich instead of good looking. Or if I was Jay Leno or Jerry Seinfeld.
1996 or later Acura NSX. (with the popup headlights) 63 Corvette split window coupe Delorean 65 or 66 mustang fastback, modded the way I want Lamborghini Muira SV Latest Corvette Z06 (or ZR1) w/ ceramic brakes and better aftermarket seats 1972 Porsche 911S Mercedes 190E 2.3-16V Lexus ISF Lexus LFA Ford GT 1970 Pontiac Trans Am 1984 VW GTI Ferrari Daytona Mercedes Gullwing (the original one) Mercedes 500E 1989 Porsche 944 Turbo Audi Quattro short wheel base (SWB) Renault R5 (not II) ... Daily driver. Ferrari GT 250 California Spyder |
With these three in my driveway I could call it good...
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329314750.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329314760.jpg http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329314789.jpg Pics of the Porsches borrowed from fellow Pelicans.. |
Primary attainable bucket list:
1. Have this car fully functional and well finished: http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329314718.jpg 2. Road trip from Colorado throughout the Pacific Northwest with my wife, in said car. 3. Another derivation of #2 with my son as passenger / co-pilot. Likely unattainable bucket list: http://images.gtcarlot.com/gtgallery/49251719-640.jpg VERY unattainable bucket list (I'd even take a GOOD fake one): http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_suiHYNm_la...+on+Canvas.jpg |
Since I'll never be able to afford a "real" Shelby Cobra, I went ahead and bought the next best thing.....a CSX 4000 series Cobra from Shelby. I can check this one off my list as soon as I find a 427 Side Oiler block.
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Forgot one!
1959 Cadillac. Massive tail fins, as long as a school bus, and won't fit in my garage. One of maybe 3 american cars that I actually love (the others being early Mustangs and C1 Corvettes). http://www.sunsetclassics.com/1959-c...9-cadillac.jpg |
On the hunt for a cost effective Trans Am or SCCA GT1 car.
Square tube roller or V8 car complete. 5 speed Jerico with quick change. Anyone know of one collecting dust in a garage, roller or V8 complete car? PM me please. :cool: example... :) Gene Felton In-Car Camera Road Atlanta September 2008 - YouTube http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329321607.jpg |
I want to have one of those cars where we you stomp on the gas, you can watch the gas needle move. And a truck of gas to power it. :)
Many of you dream bigger than me. Some nice stuff in this thread. |
Bucket List
I've been thinking about an MG TF 1500 for awhile. I had one MGA, two AH 100's, & a TR3 years ago, and I kind of miss the small, open, rattly, raw sports car from that time. Some other cars would be nice - Cobra (real or kit), 550 kit, but I think it would be nice to have a TF1500 to just cruise around in once in a while.
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Changes in attitude, changes in latitudehttp://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329333002.jpg
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I would be happy with a Lancia Stratos, real or replica.
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329344887.jpg Would like to find a Glenn Pray Auburn Speedster in blue and silver though. http://www.remarkablecars.com/main/a...rn-00002-1.jpg And one of these converted to an RV. http://www.cleanmpg.com/photos/data/...brid_Truck.jpg |
i would park my unimog RV after getting back from agentina..and hop into something like this!!
top fuel dragster!! http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1329347276.jpg |
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Thanks Jim good links. :cool:
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