vinnytang Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 My 21 year old brother wants to purchase a classic car for himself with around $10,000 to spend. Would love to hear what suggestions PFA'er have. I've tried to talk him out of it and spend it travelling instead but he seems pretty adamant so I thought I'll help him out. His criteria are: - Automatic - European - Eligible for club permit (25 years or older) - Not disastrously expensive/difficult to maintain - Will appreciate in value So far I have thought of a 190E Sportline, E30 325i, Saab 900 Aero, MK2 Golf...is there anything I've overlooked? It's slim pickings for $10k in 2018, I personally find a lot of value in the JDM realm but he doesn't seem to want to follow his brother's ricer missteps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
npvpositive Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 BMW 3-Series . . . you see them for sale at around the $10k mark. Not sure if they tick the "cheap to maintain" box. https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/BMW-318i-1983/SSE-AD-5111407/?Cr=14 Not 25 years old quite yet . . . but Mazda gen 1 MX-5 will be a great classic car value at ~$10k. Easy to maintain. Should appreciate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott930 Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 I know nothing of this car, or model but it nearly fits brief (other than auto bit)? https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Porsche-924-1979/SSE-AD-5328505/?Cr=5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 24April, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 Yeah the auto thing is the kicker unfortunately, otherwise I would be on the hunt for a 205 GTI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troubleshooter Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 924/944 auto fits the bill and 944 not hard to find ... a good one, well maybe harder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 14 minutes ago, Troubleshooter said: 924/944 auto fits the bill and 944 not hard to find ... a good one, well maybe harder Right on the money 944 some great buys out there .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 There must be an unloved 924 auto out there. I had one (though loved). Easy to maintain , non interference engine with a $15 timing belt. Best steering of any car I've owned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 I would have suggested a 924 also - Turbo aside they are very simple and you can get parts reasonably easy Saab - becoming a pain in the ass to get parts and those that are available are getting expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARTY Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 Mk2golf gti on CS looks ok for $9k Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TINGY Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 1 hour ago, Troubleshooter said: 924/944 auto fits the bill and 944 not hard to find ... a good one, well maybe harder Seriously, do not buy a 944 auto, i know where there is one but i would not recommend an auto to anyone, they are slower than a VW Kombi with 400,000 original kms Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rego Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 2 hours ago, npvpositive said: Not 25 years old quite yet . . . but Mazda gen 1 MX-5 will be a great classic car value at ~$10k. Easy to maintain. Should appreciate. 1st Gen is 25 years old now, first built in 89. That would be my suggestion as well on a budget if he can comprise on the European thing, such a great car for the money! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grantmr Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 Triumph Stag Edit: too expensive wtf Edit 2: Triumph TR7 is on the money Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troubleshooter Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 32 minutes ago, TINGY944 said: Seriously, do not buy a 944 auto, i know where there is one but i would not recommend an auto to anyone, they are slower than a VW Kombi with 400,000 original kms Speed or even a slow pace wasn't a requirement... I almost offered this up, sports car wasn't a requirement either Seriously I go with the others, he should go Jappa, MX5 is the go, and leaves 5k up his sleeve https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Humber-Super-Snipe-1967/SSE-AD-5249092/?Cr=0 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OBRUT Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 BMW Baur TC. I think they will ultimately be sought after/collectable cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastr Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 190E or E30. Bullet proof construction and easy parts. Try and get a 6, or a 2 door in the e30. he should really drop the auto requirement but it will make it easier. 190Es are really unique - drop them a bit and a nice set of wheels and they look cool. Benz took the route of s-class compact at the time. Slam the door on one and it makes a 911 sound like a tin can in comparison. no to the British stuff! Edit : golfs have a massive market and a gti will hold value. But they are a cheap car to start with, so are not as well constructed or great to drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MFX Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 Why an auto?? A big part about driving a classic car these days, is because it is something different and it is an adventure to drive it. If he can't drive a manual and he is into classic cars, it is the perfect opportunity to learn. Great skill to have, and makes driving so much more rewarding? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 24April, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 12 hours ago, MARTY said: Mk2golf gti on CS looks ok for $9k Picked up mine for $2k with rego earlier this month so bargains are still out there. Already spent more on fishnet recaros and D90s to dress her up. Might consider selling it for what it owes me to my brother if he likes it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vinnytang Posted 24April, 2018 Author Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 1 hour ago, MFX said: Why an auto?? A big part about driving a classic car these days, is because it is something different and it is an adventure to drive it. If he can't drive a manual and he is into classic cars, it is the perfect opportunity to learn. Great skill to have, and makes driving so much more rewarding? He’s a kid. He’s grown up in a world where everything is on-demand, auto focus, overnight delivery...shifting gears is so passé for the Instagram generation. I’ll get him onto the harder stuff eventually but a vintage auto he can cruise around in will be the gateway drug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tazzieman Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 13 hours ago, Troubleshooter said: https://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/Humber-Super-Snipe-1967/SSE-AD-5249092/?Cr=0 Cool old car that one! The bosses vehicle of choice back in the day. It would look good next to my '67 Benz Just add Trilby and , er , the missing brakes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ANF Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 Get an older Merc w108 250 or 280, should get a good one for $10k. Had a few over the years, way easier to work on than a Porsche! Looks like a proper classic too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozvino Posted 24April, 2018 Report Share Posted 24April, 2018 28 minutes ago, tazzieman said: Cool old car that one! The bosses vehicle of choice back in the day. It would look good next to my '67 Benz Just add Trilby and , er , the missing brakes! That’s seriously cool - hipsters wet dream Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevepGT3 Posted 25April, 2018 Report Share Posted 25April, 2018 I know of a very nice one of these for sale about 20 k 3.00 litre v6 very nice car. Reliant Scimitar GT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pokiou Posted 1May, 2018 Report Share Posted 1May, 2018 if it wasnt for the EURO part. I would suggest 100% an MX5, it will teach him/her so much to drive. Euro wise, i would suggest a Pug 306 GTI. i love these cars so much. Maybe an alfa 147 GTA..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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