What to do??

[jcp123]

Well, my family and I are moving to Texas this summer, because they're retiring and can't afford the ridiculous California taxes. But since the summers there are pretty harsh (well over 100* F with very high humidity, compared to 90's here in Cali with medium humidity), I need something with a/c. I have two options.

1. Keep my Mustang and rely on my friend to get me a cheap a/c conversion kit, and put it in. Then mod the living sh1t out of the Stang.

2. Get a Cadillac, the car I've always wanted. It'll have a/c already.

I wanna keep the Stang because of all the memories and because hey, it's a Stang. I love that car. But I have always wanted a Cad and would have a decent bit of cash left over from the Stang even after buying the Cad. So I'm stuck. Any thoughts?

[Spastik_Roach]

I'd keep the Stang personally. But hey i'd love either car. What sorta Cad wouldya get?

[jcp123]

I'm lookin for any Cad with a/c from 1958 to 1974. Either a convertible, Coupe DeVille, or Fleetwood 60 Special Sedan, in that order. I want the price to be under 8 grand.

[spi-ti-tout]

Hey man, long time no see you here

Why don't you find a better deal somewhere. I'm sure SOMEBODY in the whole of US might be giving an '80 or such for a very good price. Old cars are junkers that become very hard to take care of. The newer you get your car, the less it'll give you problems until its completely aged out. I mean you're looking for cars almost 30 years old....isn't that a bit far?

And, well no offence..but it IS American...which makes it worst...really

[Coventrysucks]

You have had fun with the Stang, maybe it is time to try something else.

[d-quik]

Originally Posted by spi-ti-tout

And, well no offence..but it IS American...which makes it worst...really

Since we are all talking about american spec cars, european cars age faster than American cars.

[kko]

I would Get the caddilac convertable or Coupe deville. Very very awsome cars!

[6'bore]

I would move onto a new car. You may regret it in the future if you don't

[Matra et Alpine]

Originally Posted by d-quik

Since we are all talking about american spec cars, european cars age faster than American cars.

I think that was only true with the BBC Tardis

What do you mean by age, d-quik ?
Styling ?
Wear and tear ?
Performance ?

[Quiggs]

Caddy convertible, black, air bags, suede interior, suicide doors. Pimpin' ain't easy.

[d-quik]

Originally Posted by Matra et Alpine

What do you mean by age, d-quik ?
Styling ?
Wear and tear ?
Performance ?

i dont know about performance, and the styling: im not very artistic

i mean wear and tear

[Matra et Alpine]

Originally Posted by d-quik

i dont know about performance, and the styling: im not very artistic

i mean wear and tear

Now I'm really confused as there are PLENTY of very old cars running around on our roads and very few American cars. It's to do with the numbers originally there
The BIG difference was the big V8's are 'lazy' engines ( this is NOT a derogatory term ) and definately more of them will last the 200,000 miles than will the small buzzy I4s ( diesels go even MORE than V8s though )
If it's about interior wear and tear, then it depends a LOT on the year and manufacturer. Some fell apart (Fiat) on the secodn day you got it home

[CdocZ]

a family friend has a 1988 porsche.......runs better then some not even 5 years old (then again, he takes such good care of it its ridiculous, he brings it in for maintenance ever month, and the track he sometimes goes to doesnt know if he made a time machine or something and warped a brand new one in from the past)

[d-quik]

Originally Posted by Matra et Alpine

Now I'm really confused as there are PLENTY of very old cars running around on our roads and very few American cars. It's to do with the numbers originally there

I stated the reason in my first post. its becausr the european manufacturers dont build their cars in North america with the same quality controls...

[jcp123]

No, no new cars. That's just out, period. Anyone here who knows me, knows that late model cars are the only ones I WON'T consider. For now, take it for granted that the two possibilities up there are the only ones.

I'd get one with as much mechanical work done as possible; ideally, rebuilt engine, tranny, brakes, rear end, etc; whatever isn't done I will do myself or have done. The interior and other cosmetic things I can do myself. I prefer the style and quality of classic cars, and I want to restore another car, that's where the fun is for me. Not to mention how it gets you to know your car inside and out, and builds serious pride for what you drive. Having restored 4 Mustangs with my Pop, done Auto shop for 3 years in high school, two of them as teacher's assistant, and having tinkered with friends on their cars, I like to think I'm not a total novice.

I just don't know whether to keep the car that I've loved and has been so good to me for the last 3 years, or move up to my dream of owning a Cadillac?