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    Great pics.....Hey, one of my cars is in one of those pics! In the shot of Jeff's green and white 02 at the O Fest 94 autocross you drove in, the silver E34 Touring in the background now lives with me. vince
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    Sufficiently weird and interesting to attract my attention.....
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    The funny thing is that I was seriously considering buying the car Mike B bought, but was concerned about the rust that wasn't easy to see in the pictures. Mike bought it before I could go look at it. That it needs floors confirms what I was worried about. My first though upon seeing pictures of the white shell was that it was probably a better shell than the other car, but the interior and mechanicals would need more work. If I were to buy it, I would be interested in buying the entire car with all the parts instead of just the shell. And yes, I was thinking more than $200! But it looks like Rey is interested in buying the whole shebang, so more power to him! vince
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    I tried to call him last night but got his voicemail and left him a message. He did call me back tonight the car looks like it is still available. I will send him an email to confirm and get his address. vince
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    If this car wasn't going to be stripped, it would be a cool Vintage rescue project for someone....a shame to strip and cut up a car that appears to be pretty complete and rust-free. Any takers out there so I can sleep well at night? I sorta have room on my driveway, have some parts and access to others, really shouldn't spend the money and don't have the time due to my other projects. vince Big Rock, IL
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    Interesting....can this software be used to design a garage? Yeah, I'm a total newbie to CAD/CAM. Thanks, vince
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    Stock bushings should be more than enough for a daily driver. From your post, it sounds like you have an other problem (or problems) that replacing bushings will not really solve. Vacuum leak, carb out of tune, guibo in good shape? Tell the almighty board more....so we can try to help cure the wiggles. BTW, since you are into cycles in the Bay Area, do you know Larry "Renzo" Sainz at the BMW cycle dealer in SF? vince
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    That's great to hear, Mike! Now he'll be ready for many more trips.... vince
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    This is the first I've heard...and I'm just totally shocked and saddened. Curt was one of the people from the old 2002 List I wanted to finally meet when I moved to the Bay Area in '97. He and I quickly became good friends, and I remember buying one of his early radiators, and and encouraging him to build the radiator business as a side business because we needed someone we could go to and he might be able to make a few bucks for himself. He wasn't real concerned about making the bucks for himself, just in providing a great product for us. Over the years we've always kept in touch, but not often enough. Now I know why he sometimes seemed a bit withdrawn; he had a whole 'nother battle he was fighting that I knew nothing about. I wish there was something more I could do for him besides send an email, a card, or call, all of which I will do. vince strazzabosco
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    Elbrus, Yes you are right that the BMW is cruising while the 4 cylinder is pushing while on the highway, but it is a surprising shame that a 20 year newer car, smaller and lighter even, cannot match the fuel economy on a regular 60-70 mph level highway cruise. Around town, the newer car gets about 3-5 mpg better at best. But the new car manufacturers sure don't want people to be aware that the new cars are anything but the most fuel efficient, safest cars on the road. I worked in the ad business years ago on a car account and learned not to believe the hype. My stock '69 2002 got about mid 20s around town and a bit better than 30 on the highway. Yes, there was no collision protection from the bumpers like there is with later cars, but if you rearend a 2002 above the bumper with a SUV from 40 mph, then hit a Toyota Yaris sedan (last vehicle I rented) in the same place above the bumper, the 2002 will suffer more damage, but the Yaris will also need quite a bit of work too. While the newer cars are undoubtedly safer in any collision, the majority of collisions are not major, and this is where the new cars are simply not so impressive, imho. As for the car/bike comparison, I think a collision on any of my cycles would be far worse than in a 2002, even with all the gear, all the time, lol. vince
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    heh, I did call the guy yesterday. Both cars need work to run, as the alternators have been removed and they need fresh batteries. It sounds like some of the wiring may be bodged as well. The '69 supposedly has a rebuilt engine, but it's tough to tell just what was replaced and who did the work. The struts/shocks/suspension has been replaced, but I think I heard the word Midas in there somewhere. Uh oh. Exhaust was replaced, but don't know the quality. He got it that way and hasn't been able to test it, and really hasn't been able to go through either car thoroughly. The '69 seems to have minimal rust, and he says that whatever mashed the trunk was tall, as the floor area looks pretty good. He really wants to sell both cars together to get rid of them. I wish it was closer, and if it was Nevada, I might be in trouble....anybody here interested in the '76? vince
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    I would wonder if some of the "experts" on that board have had a chance to actually drive some of the latest newer small cars as well as a well maintained stock 2002. I have to rent cars occasionally for business, so I get to see what these cars are really like off the TV and outta the magazines their manufacturers advertise in. Then they'll be able to see what pieces of crap many new small cars really are in terms of visibility, traction, handling, braking and steering feel, etc. Especially when you have to drive them at highway speeds or in bad weather. Much of their "crashworthiness" is based on design to score well in the standardized accident testing. A visit to junkyards will give one a chance to see what actually happens to them in real life. Oh, and their mileage isn't too good for their size, weight and engine size, either. My stock, 230k mile 1990 BMW 525i manual routinely gets 27-30 miles per gallon on the highway at the speed limit. Now look at the EPA number for some new cars, many with 4 cylinders. Yes, really, go ahead and look. 20 years later...might they be subpar in other areas too? For the technology available when the 2002 was designed, it was, and still is, far better than many newer cars. Isn't that why we like them so? vince
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    Gordon, if I didn't know better, I'd think you're trying to tempt me into buying the '69! Given my past history of buying round taillight 2002s with rear body damage and driving them hither and yon across the country, I'd be in trouble. Alas, I have no spare time, my money should be spent elsewhere, and a driveway full of projects. But I'll call the seller for more info. maybe I can convince someone else for a change. vince
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    Yes, sad. Looks like the entire body might be twisted a bit, and it's tough to tell if putting it on a frame machine will straighten it out enough where one can then replace panels. Also tough to tell the condition of the rest of the car from the pictures. vince
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    Ah, Martin, such interesting places you are forced to visit for business.... Lucky guy! vince
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    Blunt, very nice! It's good to see you didn't give up on the search... If you're looking to put some miles on it, the Chivinmoto.com group will be having their TWALD event in Boscobel on the 17, 18, and 19th. It's not too far from you, and I'm pretty sure there's be folks from the Twin Cities heading down. I'll be riding my '81 R100RT. Drop me a line if you want more info or are thinking of coming....lots of airheads there besides me! vince Big Rock, IL
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    Agreed, reminds me I need to feed some new ones to the green ti. vince
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    Mike, so sorry to hear about Ludwig! It sounds like you made it home with the least amount of extra hassle despite the problems. Will be interesting to hear what the exact diagnosis is of a motor so young. It was great to see you and Carol at O'Fest! vince
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    I'm going for most of it, coming up Monday night/Tuesday morning, leaving Wednesday night, then coming back Thursday night/Friday morning. Living 150 iles away isn't too bad, but having a lot to do at work is! I'll be taking the green ti, then maybe Friday I'll come up with the red 318ti Clubsport. vince
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    I'm checking with some expert friends and will let you know what they say... vince
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    As Harry asks... Depends on the situation. If the item is clearly described with a clear price it should be easier, but if you offer it to one person and they have a question, it's probably fairest to wait for their reply to the question's answer before selling to the next person. This is especially so if the price is flexible. The way I play, anyway... vince
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    As others have pointed out, originality or close to it is key to bringing the highest bucks with an early tii. Personalization is always difficult, as what one person likes another may not. If the car is as rust free and otherwise unmolested as it looks, I can almost see someone buying it as a restoration project back to stock and selling off the non-original parts to offset the restoration. The best test is to see how much you get offered for it if you put it up for sale. That will tell you what us cheep 2002 bastards are willing to pay. vince
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    Very nice, a real enjoyable read! Thanks, vince
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    Looking good, Martin! It's good to see another NK finding a good home in the midwest. I would've done my part if I had more room but Mike B. solved that dilemma for me. vince
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    Glad to be of some help... Rear end can probably be saved. Peter at CoupeKing is good and an old friend. Stuff like this is often best done by people who like these old cars, and might be cheaper in the long run. vince
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