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   (3 votes) #1: gblawson wrote in New question rant

   Hahaha
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   (2 votes) #2: Andy Reid wrote in Check out our new Classic Motorsports forum

   We have a few forum on the Classic Motorsports message board. It is called the Classic Motorsports Car Catcher. We basically thought since I cannot personally buy every car deal that I find, that I would start to share some of the best ones with you. If you like the ...
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   (2 votes) #3: NOHOME wrote in Don't miss our latest contest!

   Y'all got something against Canadians eh?
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   (2 votes) #4: Raze wrote in The restoration's best before date

   NOHOME wrote: True show cars make lousy purchases because the bugs are never chased out. But a good restoration where the owner wants to move on is a great buying opportunity to the person who just wants to drive.

   And thus the great circle begins anew
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   (2 votes) #5: gjz30075 wrote in New Porsche Ad

   It's going to be a collector's item. Don't get rid of it.
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   (2 votes) #6: mtn wrote in "New" MG

   dougie wrote: I consider my 2010 John Cooper Works Mini Clubman a true British car. (...) No problems no worries Dougie

   I believe you have just proven that it is NOT a true British car
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   (2 votes) #7: André Rousseau wrote in Loaded question

   The latest poll is a loaded one. Ok my GT6 is not stock. Some fun bits on her to well make it more exciting. BUT everything I've done is "reversible." So I voted updated. A.
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   (2 votes) #8: André Rousseau wrote in "Do I like fixing rust"?

   Welding can be a soulful experience. Specially when you discover your on fire.
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   (2 votes) #9: ronbros wrote in off the beaten path

   IM so far off the beaten path, I had to start a new one! its incredable how new ideas can come up without tryin, when you are free in your mind like No work to do, No stress about anything worth worrin about, just an active mind , and free ...
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    (2 votes) #10: André Rousseau wrote in Rain

    Speaking of wet. http://www.gt6.ca/09/0711/index.html Just used my point and shoot camera too much rain for the DSLR.
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    (2 votes) #11: mattmacklind wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    So, the message I'm taking is that the TR6 is roughly the design equivalent of the 1992 Ford Explorer. I'm shocked to say the least. I for one will be writing my congressman, and demanding an investigation into this "vintage car" obsession. How do we protect the children from the ...
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    (2 votes) #12: Tim Baxter wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    Well, again, you make your point well, but that doesn't make it right. You may think I'm too too dumb to understand you, but I'm not too dumb to understand that a questionable hub design does not mean a Triumph is a bad car any more than a bad head ...
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    (2 votes) #13: Tim Baxter wrote in Any CLassic Car You Would refuse if Given to You?

    Rupunzell, you have a knack for making a point forcefully, but even a point made well doesn't necessarily make it right. Fact is with any classic car, there are problem areas, and those problems are probably going to be exacerbated by years of use and misuse. It's true no matter ...
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    (2 votes) #14: racerdave600 wrote in Living with a LBC

    And trust me, old Miatas can stil smell like mold! I recently sold my '91 BRG Miata, and have regretted it since it drove away. For daily driving, the Miata is about as good as it gets while still keeping the proper sports car feel. ...
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    (2 votes) #15: jm1na wrote in Living with a LBC

    Luke, I have to chime in on the Miata thing. I have an '80 MGB(no overdrive, 111,000 kms) and a '91 Miata(147,000 kms). I've had a few spitfires and minis as well. You need to weigh the romantic notions of driving an old classic daily with driving something with more ...
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    (2 votes) #16: Jerry From LA wrote in Living with a LBC

    Luke, There is a compromise position. I know it's not what you asked but consider an early Mazda MX-5/Miata (whatever they're called Down Under). You get all the good noises, air conditioning, a great transmission, and better performance all around than any LBC. Spend a couple of weekends sorting the ...
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    (1 vote) #17: Andy Reid wrote in 1957 TR3 for fair price

    I think now that more and more people are looking for eligible cars for vintage events like the Mille Miglia and the Califrnia Miglia that require 1957 or earlier cars that the small mouth cars are real up and coming cars as far as value is concerned. I personally have ...
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    (1 vote) #18: Rupert wrote in Brock's Commentary

    Forgive me while I give a moment of personal thanks to Mr. Peter Brock. Anyone who has seen my posts recognizes my '71 Z car as full of BRE products. From the air dams, carbs, etc. this and other HLS-30s & PL-510s were made much more fun for me to ...
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    (1 vote) #19: Rupert wrote in Brock's Commentary

    As an old grey sideburns guy, I agree 100% with Greg! However I will add three more causes as well. Air conditioning, electronics, & sims. As Brock pointed out we learned to know brands of cars, models, etc. at a very early age. How did we do that? Well we ...

20. (1 vote) #20: GregW1 wrote in Brock's Commentary

    Mr. Brock commented that most of the people he sees at classic car events are grey hairs. I am not, as a grey beard myself, surprised by this. The classic car hobby is relatively expensive and I am assuming that collectors pay with cash and not credit card. Because of ...
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    (1 vote) #21: Carl Heideman wrote in TVR questions

    Tom, I have a 1975 2500M that I wrote one or two brief stories on for CMS a few years ago (maybe just before your time). TVRs are really cool cars for the lore and a lot of the design elements, but they're also kind of poorly built overgrown kit ...
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    (1 vote) #22: BoxheadTim wrote in Check out our new Classic Motorsports forum

    That's a sub-forum that's far to dangerous for my wallet for me to look in there... So of course I took a peek .
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    (1 vote) #23: dougie wrote in "Time Machines" & Healeys

    Hey Randy, You're never too late to the party, if you're driving a big Healey......Nice prize. Happy Holidays! Dougie
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    (1 vote) #24: AndreGT6 wrote in Tires for classics

    Or 185/60-13 for a beefier low profile look.

25. (1 vote) #25: spitfirebill wrote in Tires for classics

    I would love to see a higher performance tire in a suitable size for Spitfires (and thus midgets too) at a reasonable cost. Like reproduce the Michelin ZXZ or Phoenix Stahlflex. I can't afford Coker if that is where this is going.
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    (1 vote) #26: ddavidv wrote in Where is everybody?

    Count me as another who has to keep logging in AND Firefox doesn't show new/old posts. You're making it too hard. Fix it and I may do more than browse it once a week. I otherwise get my fix over at the GRM forum.
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    (1 vote) #27: AndreGT6 wrote in Where is everybody?

    Sigh pouring rain today. Snow by the end of the week. I should try and wash the GT6 before the big nap :)
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    (1 vote) #28: Xautocrosser wrote in Welcome to the new Classic Motorsports.net!

    OFracing wrote: I like the refresh. Thanks to CM for giving us a place talk about our toys. mike

    Glad you like it!
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    (1 vote) #29: OFracing wrote in Welcome to the new Classic Motorsports.net!

    I like the refresh. Thanks to CM for giving us a place talk about our toys. mike
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    (1 vote) #30: AndreGT6 wrote in motorsports on 1968?

    Only 1 Stang for me.
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    (1 vote) #31: Joe Gearin wrote in motorsports on 1968?

    The "real" Eleanor was a 73 (big bodied) Mustang. The chase sequence in the original movie was more interesting and entertaining than the entire Nick Cage movie. IMHO I'm not a fan of these "re-creations" either. To each his own, but it doesn't do anything more for me than another ...
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    (1 vote) #32: RandyS wrote in Nov 2011 issue

    Another great issue. Loved the Mamma Mia article. Randy Stocker
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    (1 vote) #33: kreb wrote in Best French Classic?

    The Alpine and Darl'Mat for sure, but don't forget the Traction Avant:
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    (1 vote) #34: T2Vracing wrote in Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival

    For those who love vintage racing and want to honor our military join me in a great event in San Diego! Here is the info: Coronado Speed Festival The 14th annual Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival – “The Race at the Base” – is looking forward to a great year. ...
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    (1 vote) #35: Ian F wrote in Who wants some Spitfires?

    $1995 for all of that? Part of me wishes FL weren't so far away... and then part of me wonders where the heck I'd put it all .
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    (1 vote) #36: NOHOME wrote in Best French Classic?

    Only one good french car.
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    (1 vote) #37: Karl La Follette wrote in New friend LWB Dune buggy

    Yes bring on the vigilante s
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    (1 vote) #38: AndreGT6 wrote in New friend LWB Dune buggy

    I think CMS needs appoint a few more citizen admins to help the battle. Enough of us are around to help police this BS.
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    (1 vote) #39: Andy Reid wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    In reply to NOHOME: Any car where you can open a MOSS Motors, Year One or equivalent catalog, is NOT going to appreciate in value at a rate faster than inflation. Well MGA roadsters are now regularly selling north of $50,000 for truly great examples. They were $35,000 for like ...
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    (1 vote) #40: Andy Reid wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    I also think it is definitely time to take a long look at Japanese cars as collectibles. The 240Z is a mover and if you want one get a nice one now. There are other collectible Japanese cars as well, the GTR Japanese market cars, 1st generation MR2 and early ...
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    (1 vote) #41: Rupert wrote in The restoration's best before date

    In reply to Tom Heath: There you go! I think you mix in a lot more sport and a lot less storage. Otherwise you have nothing but a decaying museum piece! Why do people buy wonderful cars then hide them away? It certainly can't be investment value. I was at ...
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    (1 vote) #42: gjz30075 wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    TR8owner wrote: Once us boomers die off it will be interesting to see which cars still continue to hold value.

    Yes, it'll be interesting. The generation that collected prewar stuff is gone but the the cars are still here and holding value. To a car guy, an interesting car ...
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    (1 vote) #43: NOHOME wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    Basil Exposition wrote:

    NOHOME wrote: I have never met a bearish stockbroker or real estate rep in my life. They would have been the guys re-arranging the deck chairs on the titanic. Course, they would also have a reserved life-boat stashed away.

    +1 on that. I get mixed information ...

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    (1 vote) #44: Basil Exposition wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    NOHOME wrote: I have never met a bearish stockbroker or real estate rep in my life. They would have been the guys re-arranging the deck chairs on the titanic. Course, they would also have a reserved life-boat stashed away.

    +1 on that. I get mixed information on the prices ...
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    (1 vote) #45: NOHOME wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    I have never met a bearish stockbroker or real estate rep in my life. They would have been the guys re-arranging the deck chairs on the titanic. Course, they would also have a reserved life-boat stashed away.

46. (1 vote) #46: TR8owner wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    "The same gang is getting a bit too old and trying to cash out. They are finding that the current generation does not have the nostalgic ties to the marque. Certainly, the Nintendo generation does not have a tolerance for cranky cars that require endless devotion." Took the words out ...
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    (1 vote) #47: Vince wrote in Brutus Is Racing..

    Brutus is Racing!! http://classicmotorsports.net/reader-rides/3907/awesome-1st-event/ I pushed hard to have the car ready for it's first event today which as a Solo1 with Twin Lakes Motor Club in Barrie. Brutus out performed my expectations, I am just blown away and had such a blast. As usual there were some great cars ...
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    (1 vote) #48: cpdave wrote in Shiny Newish Parts

    In reply to AndreGT6: Naw, kill "vickirae" and "clemmiepatrum"
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    (1 vote) #49: ddavidv wrote in The restoration's best before date

    I've become a fan of the Sympathetic Restoration. Make it nice enough the average person would call it restored and fix only what needs fixin'. That way you can drive without guilt and also not have it in boxes in your garage for 10 years.
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    (1 vote) #50: pete240z wrote in Auction Prices Still On The Move. Opinions?

    I see a lot more $16,000 - $25,000 Datsun 240Z's on ebay recently. Also a few Datsun 2000's in the $10,000 - $15,000 range telling me they are going up in value.