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bpu699 08-28-2016 06:23 PM

Our house had an 8 car garage... 4 fun cars and 4 daily drivers...

Here's what I figured out: any fun car past the first 2 never get driven. You almost have to force yourself to drive them so the gas doesn't go bad...

Usually 1 car becomes your favorite, 1 is always in pieces, and the other 2 just sit...

2 fun cars is plenty. Anything past that is just misguided money spent, because you could...

wdfifteen 08-28-2016 06:34 PM

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Originally Posted by rattlsnak (Post 9259202)
I have 5 now, but would love to have probably 2 more. My garage is busting at the seems. Definitely a space issue with me.

I hear you. I have 4 fun vehicles now and it's too much. I'm thinking of selling a 356 and getting one of the cars I owned back in the day - '53 Henry J, '48 Chrysler, or a swing axle VW.

LEAKYSEALS951 08-28-2016 06:46 PM

Timely topic as I was cleaning one of my garages today:

<iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bvgN86AGfXk" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>

Answer:

If I keep a garage like this, I deserve NO NEW CARS!:D

Editor's note: The video specialist got smoked out and cut the video off before the dirt reached critical mass. As such, 38 seconds in is the best indication (This is the Garden Tractor garage btw!)

Seriously though- it boils down not only to storage, but upkeep and enjoyment. I need to change the oil in the 911. I need to clean the 911. I need to change the oil in the endeavor. I need to clean the volvo v60. I need to redo the front suspension (again) in my xc70. I need to track down a vacuum leak in the xc70. I need to pull the windshield and patch a rusting corner in the 911. The v60 is coming up on 30,000, which I means I need a transmission oil change, a read haldex oil change, if I want it to get to high miles. Oh, did I mention I need to redo some shingles on the roof of the house?

I am behind the ball with 4 cars bigtime!

LakeCleElum 08-28-2016 07:33 PM

I currently own 47 carburetors, 36 fuel injectors and 25 Batteries....I try to downsize. 1 step forward and two steps back.....The recent Riding mower Thread by Asphaltgambler cost me a 4th John Deere I picked up this week...

tabs 08-28-2016 08:04 PM

A 4 car garage would be enough. F150, 69 911S, would add 356SC Cab, and?

Bill Douglas 08-28-2016 08:59 PM

Well... I would still have my spare parts 911SC (it was a crashed 1982 SC bought at auction) if I had the space. I'd have it on those wheel it anywhere dollies and keep it covered in a dustcloth in a corner somewhere. And whenever I needed a part out it would come.

No more vehicles than the GF and I have already.

speeder 08-28-2016 09:01 PM

I've actually discussed this with a friend. I think I could keep it down to 10. But then again, maybe 20. There are a lot of cool machines to own.

wildthing 08-28-2016 09:24 PM

50. With an infinite garage space, I assume I don't work and just collect money from my investments and businesses.

sc_rufctr 08-28-2016 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by tabs (Post 9259313)
A 4 car garage would be enough. F150, 69 911S, would add 356SC Cab, and?

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tabs 08-28-2016 09:44 PM

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Originally Posted by sc_rufctr (Post 9259358)

Had a 76 LWB Silver Shadow. Like sitting in your living room on the freeway.

onewhippedpuppy 08-29-2016 02:35 AM

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Originally Posted by speeder (Post 9259331)
I've actually discussed this with a friend. I think I could keep it down to 10. But then again, maybe 20. There are a lot of cool machines to own.

That's my problem, so much cool stuff out there. Every time I simplify, something else tempts me.

rufrob 08-29-2016 02:54 AM

5 now but only 2 are plated. I plan to sell 2 and get a 996tt. But a high mileage 997tt is almost as cheap as a low mileage 996tt. Hmmmm. Or spend money on the 930 and 951 on a full body respray and supercharge and W210 E55.


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ckelly78z 08-29-2016 03:19 AM

WHEN I win the lottery, and niether time, nor money is an issue any longer, I would love to build a large climate controlled garage with a lift, checkerboard floors, a rest room, fully stocked with good tools, and all the stuff I need to play with my projects.

I would love to build a FFR Shelby Cobar replica, have space for my DD 2017 GT350 Mustang, and my other DD 2017 King Ranch F250. It would be kind of cool to have a 1963 Ford Thunderbolt drag car. I may also need room for my racecar hauler. As far as having a static collection of cars, I don't see the reason. Far too many guys in my area, only ever get thier classic muscle cars out of storage for 2-3 car shows a year, and never actually drive them more than a few miles a year.

Crowbob 08-29-2016 04:09 AM

2; summer and winter. The rest of the stalls would be filled by UTV's, motorbikes, tractors (and the necessary implements), campers and the absolute minimum tools of all types, like at least one of each that was ever made at any time in any country for any purpose.

Steve F 08-29-2016 04:13 AM

I'm down to 10, trying to quit:rolleyes:

Seahawk 08-29-2016 05:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Crowbob (Post 9259469)
2; summer and winter.

I'd amend to include 2 fun cars max.

Sell and buy as required to scratch whatever itch.

JD159 08-29-2016 05:23 AM

I'd probably go full scale Leno

notfarnow 08-29-2016 05:33 AM

I've actually thought about this a lot

- Aircooled 911 - for summer fun
- 996 C4s - daily driver
- beater 4 door pickup truck - renos and bashing around
- project car on rotation - something fun and quirky

porsche4life 08-29-2016 05:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JD159 (Post 9259529)
I'd probably go full scale Leno

Yup... If I didn't have to worry about space or $$$.... ;)

VincentVega 08-29-2016 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by notfarnow (Post 9259541)
I've actually thought about this a lot

- Aircooled 911 - for summer fun
- 996 C4s - daily driver
- beater 4 door pickup truck - renos and bashing around
- project car on rotation - something fun and quirky


Good list. I have to have a pickup, a 911 for DD (with A/C) would be great. A cool beater, bmw sounds good and then a project car. I have a thing for little british cars so maybe a Mini, MGA... Project cars like an old FJ, a 20's/30's car... the list goes on.


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