My father bought a red 280Z 2+2 new in 1976. At the time I was quite sure he'd pass any day from old age, and the car would be mine. Now I look back and chuckle at myself. At 16 I was too young and dumb to realize 55 wasn't decrepit old age.
In 1998 I found I needed a cheap car, so I bought a '82 Z for $600. Not only did it turn out to be a fun car, I also learned cars that are paid for are the best.
