Parts pricing content flow

[conkitchen]

Not too long ago this very rarely debated subject was brought up. 

 

I like some, have found the goings-on with price gouging somewhat off-putting. Such that I have sought out another vehicle platform to play with. Front engine Porsche's I thought are cheap and cool with that quirky German vintage style we all like so much. Right? 

 

Today I purchesed two motor mounts for a 944 engine and while at %25 off it still cost me $435.00 for two palm sized blocks of rubber and steel.   

 

Just venting and continuing the "flow" as the internet dweebs like to call blabber. 

 

but what do I know. 

 

Ray for President! 

Edited May 16, 2019 by conkitchen

[conkitchen]

1 minute ago, conkitchen said:

NT

 

Edited May 16, 2019 by conkitchen

[Slavs]

Ahh!

 

You feel my pain.

 

It's not only the parts, but also oil. They want $8.00 / qt. for the name brand oil here in LA.

 

The other day I was browsing e-bay and noticed these parts. For me these just represent my old junk yard finds. And, now they are asking these kind of prices. Are these people actually selling any of this ?

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-2000-Tilux-2000Ti-1800TiSA-1602-1600-1500-Inner-Door-Handle-Right-N-OS/132698818702?_trkparms=aid%3D111001%26algo%3DREC.SEED%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20160811114145%26meid%3Da69b2a62426d4093ab8e7bbb94d1afe0%26pid%3D100667%26rk%3D6%26rkt%3D8%26sd%3D132990241260%26itm%3D132698818702&_trksid=p2045573.c100667.m2042

 

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-2000Ti-1800Ti-2000CS-1965-1966-1967-1968-Air-Filter-Box-Battery-Mint-Cond/143236621364?hash=item2159916434:g:U1MAAOSwSK1a~MH~

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/BMW-2000Ti-1800Ti-2000CS-1600Ti-Brake-Master-Cylinder-Power-Brake-Unit-Depressor/132990241260?hash=item1ef6d609ec:g:HTEAAOSwbfRci~VG

 

Slavs

[NYNick]

If you're looking to save money on parts, Porsche anything is the wrong tree to bark up. They make 02 parts look cheap by comparison.

 

You're gonna have to look harder than that my friend. When playing tennis, they tell you to hit it where they ain't. Same with fun cars. Chase the ones that others aren't. Plenty of choices and a lot of them cheap.

[conkitchen]

2 hours ago, NYNick said:

If you're looking to save money on parts, Porsche anything is the wrong tree to bark up. They make 02 parts look cheap by comparison.

 

You're gonna have to look harder than that my friend. When playing tennis, they tell you to hit it where they ain't. Same with fun cars. Chase the ones that others aren't. Plenty of choices and a lot of them cheap.

one word 

AMC 

[irdave]

16 minutes ago, conkitchen said:

one word 

AMC 

 

Eagle wagon FTW!

 

But a Javelin would be cool...

 

https://www.motor1.com/news/229672/awesome-amc-javelin-custom-bulit/

Edited May 19, 2019 by irdave

[02Pilot]

Parts for my Saab C900 have been surprisingly cheap for the most part. Sure, there's a fair bit that's NLA, but what's out there is quite reasonable. Of course, you need to be a little sick in the head to actually want a Saab.

[oh2ryan]

These threads make me laugh every time. Since when does whining and crying constantly over the appreciation of this model of BMW change anything about the position you are finding yourself in? It is sad that you can no longer enjoy your BMW; and I am sorry you would rather make threads all day long about flippers and whatever this is then take your car out for a spin and share the stories of the journey. I personally would rather see someone stick with their newly found platform than post the same redundant posts about how much the community annoys you.

 

FWIW,

 

-R

[thinksound_mike]

2 hours ago, Andrej said:

Parts for my Saab C900 have been surprisingly cheap for the most part. Sure, there's a fair bit that's NLA, but what's out there is quite reasonable. Of course, you need to be a little sick in the head to actually want a Saab.

I would love a 900 turbo. 

[02Pilot]

7 hours ago, thinksound_mike said:

I would love a 900 turbo. 

 

Mine's a 900S (16v NA). Turbos are fun, but also can be considerably more troublesome. I wanted to stick to simple.

[2002Scoob]

I think my next car is a Cinqicento, or an Ami 8....

 

No way those hunk-a-junk eco-blahs are getting uber expensive anytime soon.

 

And they're so cool. 

Edited May 20, 2019 by 2002Scoob

[Tdh]

I feel your pain on the 944.  I had one in high school, and every once in a while I "almost" buy one.  That is, until I start looking at the cost of parts.  

 

If you have to have a car to tinker with, and you don't wan't to get raped a brit car is the way to go.  A triumph TR6 is about as cheap to maintain as you can get.  It'll feel rickety and clunky compared to a 2002, but parts are dirt ass cheap and plentiful.  

[rcf925]

13 hours ago, oh2ryan said:

These threads make me laugh every time. Since when does whining and crying constantly over the appreciation of this model of BMW change anything about the position you are finding yourself in? It is sad that you can no longer enjoy your BMW; and I am sorry you would rather make threads all day long about flippers and whatever this is then take your car out for a spin and share the stories of the journey. I personally would rather see someone stick with their newly found platform than post the same redundant posts about how much the community annoys you.

 

FWIW,

 

-R

 

 

Agreed

[conkitchen]

24 minutes ago, Tdh said:

I feel your pain on the 944.  I had one in high school, and every once in a while I "almost" buy one.  That is, until I start looking at the cost of parts.  

 

If you have to have a car to tinker with, and you don't wan't to get raped a brit car is the way to go.  A triumph TR6 is about as cheap to maintain as you can get.  It'll feel rickety and clunky compared to a 2002, but parts are dirt ass cheap and plentiful.  

Here is the parts equivalent: I had to sell an entire e30 318i intake system with ecu and hoses plus wiring harness, it all, just to pay for those 2 little motor mounts. However around here my Porsche 924 S is more of unique ride compared to the plethora of 2002's one sees daily. 

 

but I digress and to some this is annoying

Edited May 20, 2019 by conkitchen

[irdave]

So, we're switching to Miatas?