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VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Ripoff posted:

Poor guy must be getting frustrated.

http://asheville.craigslist.org/mcy/518103332.html

That is awesome.

Aeka 2.0 posted:

Why do people not understand that mileage on the vehicle doesn't = engine mileage. The guy only posted the mileage on the rebuilt engine, and claims that as the truck's miles.

They don't understand vehicles, period.

There are plenty of people who think if a car has a good engine, it is a good car. As if that is all that matters.

If you showed these people pictures of major components of a car, they probably couldn't even consistently identify which one is the engine.

IOwnCalculus posted:

My wife spotted this one:

Rebadge My Car

poo poo like that is really popular in South Korea. Except it's usually people putting the MB emblem on Ssangyongs and Daewoos which have MB engines.

Although I have seen some confused individual's Ssangyong Musso with a BMW emblem on it. And a few Ford Thunderbird emblems on various cars...usually Kias, but not always.

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# ¿ Apr 28, 2024 08:28

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Butt Reactor posted:

what the hell happened?

A lot of ill-advised rust repair happened.

# ¿ Jan 23, 2008 03:12

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Butt Reactor posted:

durr, I can see the rust spots now Did it happen to come from a waterlogged area, like New Orleans post-Katrina?

http://archives.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1827898
http://archives.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=1832980&perpage=40&pagenumber=1

# ¿ Jan 23, 2008 07:12

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Swordfish posted:

http://houston.craigslist.org/car/538514226.html

This car has been clogging my zcar searches for a very long time. He started listing it at like $13000.

OMG....where to begin...

I'd say with the stripes on the side...what is with that weird angle at the front. In the pictures, it initially looks like he has some ill-fitting body kit on the thing.

And in the rear it looks like he actually does.

And the speakers...W...T...F.

This is obviously a very personalized vehicle. Maybe he doesn't realize that the market for this car only ever consisted of one individual.

# ¿ Jan 23, 2008 11:51

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Butt Reactor posted:

sorry, don't have archives access

Awww, I must have missed the memo that they were closing to the peasants.

# ¿ Jan 24, 2008 02:58

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://portland.craigslist.org/wsc/car/551959942.html

quote:

dosnt run atm just needs a fuel pump motor runs great other than that.

So it doesn't run, but it runs great! I THINK I get what he means, but then that could be the idea. (And how would he know what other problems there are or are not if it isn't running because of the fuel pump?)

# ¿ Jan 26, 2008 22:36

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

MrKatharsis posted:

http://gainesville.craigslist.org/car/555018817.html

1996 - Ford Ranger
$29,500 See photos, If you look at it and want a pickup, you will buy it.

Wife probably told him to sell the truck.

"SEE, NO ONE'S BUYING!" (secretly happy he can keep the truck)

# ¿ Jan 29, 2008 03:34

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

alternate.eago posted:

Just to be fair to the seller, those pictures do show the cleanest Geo I've ever seen.

Just not 8k work of clean.

With the "complete brand new exhaust," and it being a New York car, I doubt it's as clean as it looks.

Anyone have that "bran new" macro?

On the same level as some of these, but not seen on craigslist, yesterday I was riding my bicycle, and I rode past a 1980s Chrysler New Yorker for sale, parked, not running, on the street. 350 dollars. I didn't stop, or even slow down, and it was immediately obvious why it was only 350 dollars (besides being a 20+ year old Chrysler).

I distinctly smelled burnt oil.

# ¿ Jan 30, 2008 23:05

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

I was looking on Ebay to see if there were more intact Fieros for sale or more hacked Fieros. (It's about 2 to 1 intact vs. Lambasted.)

when I came upon this:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1988-Factory-T-Top-GT-Fiero-Exotic-Kit-car-Project_W0QQitemZ170188747295QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item170188747295

The guy wants 3800 bucks for about 90% of a Fiero that is sitting in pieces waiting for an unspecified "replica type exotic fiberglass body." (Looks like one of the "Ferrari" ones. Could be worse)

edit: and on the subject of Fieros, this one is loving gorgeous:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Classic-Sports-Car-Coupe-w-17-Ferrari-wheels_W0QQitemZ260206771553QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item260206771553

Not one of the desireable years, but you can't argue with the (apparent) condition. Apart from the lack of engine photos.

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 00:44 on Feb 1, 2008

# ¿ Feb 1, 2008 00:29

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

deviant. posted:

I would only believe that guy if by "finance company" he means "loan shark". I can't imagine any vaguely reputable institution underwriting a 22 year old economy car for any amount, much less that amount.

Every used car lot in Northern Arizona asks and will settle for not much less than prices like that (like the place asking 4 grand for a beat-up Festiva). I'm guessing there are enough complete loving retards around that they can count on them. I mean one 4000 dollar CRX is worth probably 3 or 4 2000 dollar ones to the dealer.

I'm sure all of them can arrange for them to be financed at those prices.

At least that idiot's car looks to be in pretty good shape.

# ¿ Feb 1, 2008 06:19

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

notro man posted:

Here we have another winner: http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/car/551753272.html

Serious offers only!

I think we need a new thread already...that puts us way over the speed and class limit for this one.

Who the gently caress puts hydraulics on a supra? At first I thought it didn't have an engine.

# ¿ Feb 2, 2008 10:27

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

dexter posted:

It's the elusive Ferrari 300zx.

moron posted:

Pictures speak a thousand words.

I'm afraid these pictures speak only three: What The gently caress

quote:

Or whatever the hell this thing is:

Yes, that's a dually Toyota pickup with spinners.

I don't think I've ever seen someone pimp a flatbed before.

Also...a tilting flatbed? (and not on a tow truck?)

# ¿ Feb 3, 2008 21:04

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Huggable Bear King posted:

I love the huge gap between the front bumper and the headlight in this MUST SEE cougar.

Maybe that's why he took his pictures at night.

# ¿ Feb 9, 2008 08:47

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Skeeber posted:

SRT8 FOR SALE - $60000
I priced out a brand new SRT-8 on the Dodge Canada website, and with every single option I could possibly find, including taxes, I could only get it up to $48000.

Deal with it. It'll be like that for months. I'm guessing until the Camaro comes out.

# ¿ Feb 11, 2008 20:19

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

7744 posted:

Charger != Challenger

Oh...well then, yeah, that is pretty bad.

# ¿ Feb 11, 2008 20:48

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/568585645.html

quote:

1 OF A KIND!! OVER 75K INVESTED!!

2004 CHEVY SILVERADO 2500 HD LT CREW CAB 4X4 DURAMAX 6.6 LLY.

$42,500

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/567483385.html

quote:

1996 Nissan 200sx - SR20det - 12k in mods! 65k mi. - $6700

Over 12k invested into the car (on top of what it is worth).

So that's like 14000 "invested." That's some pretty good return on your investment. I'll call my broker.

quote:

Very well taken care of: 1996 Nissan 200sx - SR20det Bluebird engine (U-13). SUPER CLEAN EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR.

WOW! THAT MEANS I CAN DRIFT WITH IT!

quote:

65k original miles on chasis (less on motor). CLEAN TITLE, NO ACCIDENTS!

When the car is sporting an airbagless aftermarket steering wheel, and it has no other "sporting" interior modifications (you know, like complete removal of the interior), I find it hard to believe it has had no accidents.

quote:

Mods have ALL been installed periodically within the last 3,000 miles! So everything is fresh.

"I hosed up bad and I want out."

quote:

Engine can handle over 20psi with tuning.

Translation: the engine has not been tuned.

quote:

Have an optional touring wing painted the same color as the car available.

Of course you do.

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 20:08 on Feb 12, 2008

# ¿ Feb 12, 2008 19:55

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

glyph posted:

anyone looking for a cheap veggie conversion project?

http://hudsonvalley.craigslist.org/car/571454537.html

Taking pictures at night makes the car look MYSTERIOUS.

# ¿ Feb 12, 2008 20:07

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/571660955.html

WALL OF TEXT posted:

CLASSIC SURFER VAN / SUPER CLEAN / NEVER HAV2 SMOG - $4800
Reply to: sale-571660955@craigslist.org
Date: 2008-02-12, 9:42AM PST

CHECK THIS OUT ... CLASSIC 1973 1/2 TON DODGE SURFER SLEEPER VAN / NO SMOG THAT'S RIGHT, CALIFORNIA SMOG EXEMPT FOR EVER / PPG BLACK PRIMER SEALER + PPG WHITE BASE COAT + FUSCHIA METAL FLAKE IN CLEAR COAT GREAT SUNLIGHT REFLECTOR + CENTER LINE RIMS + SEMI NEW TIRES + NEW PPG WINDSHIELD AND THICK MOULDING SECURED + REBUILT ORIGINAL POWER 360 CUBIC INCH V 8 + AUTOMATIC TRANS WITH SHIFT KIT + EDELBROCK MANIFOLD AND CARBURATOR + HEDMAN HEADERS + DUAL FLOWMASTERS EXHAUST + 3/4 TON HEAVY DUTY FRONT SPRINGS + NEW BEARINGS, BRAKES AND REBUILT AXLE, FRONT END SUSPENSION BUSHINGS AND BEARINGS + CUSTOM INTERIOR BLACK & RED VELOUR WRAPPED, INSULATED ALL AROUND, CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY, FOAM BED, PILLOWS AND DRAPES, CENTER TAPESTRY / FRONT & REAR BUMPERS RE CHROMED BEAUTIFUL / NEW MIRRORS.....RUNS BITCHIN....GREAT 4 TOWING ....SLEEPING....SURFING... CRUISING OR JUST PLAIN FUN... NEEDS PARKING BRAKE CABLE & CLUSTER LIGHT FUSE, TRANY LOWER GASKET (SMALL LEAK)..... COME AND TEST DRIVE, RUNS REALLY STRONG.....INVESTED OVER $8500.00 HARD CASH ... WAS SELLING FOR $6500.00... REDUCED IT TO $4800 FIRM, IT PRESENTLY HAS A FULL POWER STEREO SYSTEM NOT INCLUDED IN SALE UNLESS YOU WANT IT, IT CONSIST: 2 10" ROCKFORD FOSGATE POWER HX2 DUAL VOICE COIL SUBWOOFER POWERED BY A 1000 RMS POWER ROCKFORD FOSGATE AMP + DIGITAL CAPACITOR, SUB INSTALLED IN 2 CUSTOM MADE AND MATCHING UPHOLSTERED HEAVY BOXES AND 1 ALPINE MEDIA EXPANDER HEAD UNIT COMPLETELY INSTALLED FOR AN ADDITIONAL $1200 READY FOR A 36" FLAT SCREEN DIGITAL TV TO BE MOUNTED ON THE TOP OF BOXES...MUST SELL, RETIRING. CALL TODAY 760-949-9260

# ¿ Feb 12, 2008 23:12

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Delivery McGee posted:

http://dallas.craigslist.org/car/543406425.html
TODAY ONLY!, eh?

quote:

Needs paint and interior work. TEXAS truck so minimal rust.

That rust looks more than minimal.

edit:

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/571995749.html

Has it snowed in Vegas this winter, or is this a scam?

Hey this one might actually be pretty good:

1986 Mercury Capri, 2400 bucks.
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/571971404.html

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/570109420.html

quote:

TAKE OVER MY PAYMENTS!! 04 Ford Explorer - $470

I am a few thousand upside down, as most of us are as soon as we drive off the lot. I am only looking to sell because I recently purchased a new BMW.

So you expect me to buy a car for more than it's worth, then? A 4 year old car?

quote:

It is in perfect condition and is still under warranty until 100k miles (it has almost 40k now)

This CAN be a private transction with no banks.

I'm not sure how the bank to which you're supposed to be making payments would feel about that. Or the insurance company.

quote:

Bad credit ok. We can work out something.

Let's be creative!

And this is is why Las Vegas leads the nation in foreclosures.

BMW diesel anyone?
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/563947525.html

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 23:48 on Feb 12, 2008

# ¿ Feb 12, 2008 23:16

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Moruitelda posted:

Chrysler Sebrings' value drop like rocks. And they're also some of the most pathetic vehicles ever to grace the road. That said, while my initial reaction was "Ha! That's ridiculous," in looking it up, it seems like that's a fairly regular price. Why anyone would actually spend $10k on a used Sebring is beyond me, though.

How many Sebring ads can we find where the seller refers to it as a "sports car"?

DeathPool posted:

Am I doing this right?

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/car/572133492.html

Rebuilt in 1968

edit:

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/572389664.html

quote:

1999 nissan altima gxe - $43000
99 nissan altima gxe great condition,a/c ,cruise control , power door ,power window, cd and tape player,5 speed ,super clean in & out ,only 96000 miles , brand new radiator,batery and clutch .i love the car but the wife cant drive stick .the price for the car is $43000 without the rims if you want the rims 18 with cooper tires is $5100.00 i spent $2000 on the rims and tires thas why. only cash.please check the kbb bebore you call me.call me for a text drive .the car is under kbb price for fast sale.call me at 702-510-9821

Misplaced decimal point, twice.

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 06:22 on Feb 13, 2008

# ¿ Feb 13, 2008 06:08

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Space Gopher posted:

Remember that thread about cinder blocks and how they should go if you're going to use them?

# ¿ Feb 14, 2008 01:09

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

16 Tons of Monkeys posted:

I liked this one.

http://boulder.craigslist.org/car/573133688.html

A 1990 Accord with 350,000 miles on it for $1650? Sweet deal!

If it wasn't for the rust, if it is as good as described, that could be a sweet deal.

# ¿ Feb 14, 2008 04:01

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

frozenphil posted:

*10000 dollar civic*

I called him a worthless gently caress and left the lot. I happened to go by there eight (8) months later and saw that piece of poo poo still sitting there.

I've never seen anything THAT bad in Northern AZ (which is as bad as I've ever seen), but a lot of stuff along the same lines. I look at a dealer lot and 4, 6 months later, nearly all the same cars are still there. There was a Cherokee that sat on one lot for 10 months. (In gorgeous shape, too)

I cannot comprehend how these places stay in business when they're so spectacularly good at NOT selling cars. Are they fronts for drug sales? Or do they really screw people over hard enough when they finally get one that it makes up for all the cars they aren't selling?

glyph posted:

http://rochester.craigslist.org/car/573936423.html

thanks for helping me out with the math on that one, buddy.

You'll make up that difference in maintenance costs, though.

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 05:19 on Feb 15, 2008

# ¿ Feb 15, 2008 05:17

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

nanodroogie posted:

89 Crx, b18 gsr motor CLEAN - $3500

Honestly, his price isn't completely outrageous, if the mechanicals are good, but...

Holy poo poo, would you look at that gap between the hood and the bumper! I bet his engine stays cool.

Also even in that small picture it looks like the bumper and body have mismatched paint.

And all those Integra parts are probably stolen.

# ¿ Feb 15, 2008 11:30

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Nitrox posted:

I predict that the top dollar car at the Barret Jackson 10 years from now will be a stock '91 CRX. With no rust.

Get 10 CRXs and 1 base Integra, and I'll bet you could build 2 or 3 stock rust free CRXs, and one Integra Type-R

# ¿ Feb 15, 2008 11:34

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/578810402.html

Not much humor value here, this one might be genuinely good:

quote:

1982 TOYOTA CORONA LUXURY EDITION - $1200

White 4 door hatchback, tan interior, automatic, 4 cylinder, AC, it has 203,000 miles and still running strong. California title.
$1200.00 Firm

The body and interior is in great condition, original owners manual still in glove box.

I purchased the car Feb 1, 2008 because of Toyota's reputation for reliability and great gas mileage (it runs forever on a tank of gas). I just can't get used to a little car, I need another full size truck. (especially when my kids and their friends think I'm their personal taxi!!)

Feb 14, I took in in for an oil change, radiator hose replacement, new air cleaner and emmisions test, it passed.
It does need maintenance on the exhaust pipe, it rattles against the underside of car and has corrosion holes.

Three original hubcaps on car, it is missing one, Hubcap Annies on the corner of Eastern/Charleston are searching the for an original replacement.

Serious inquiries only please. 735-3613 or 465-7159

What does this guy think a "little car" is? Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't the Corona have unspectacular fuel economy, and wasn't it Toyota's biggest US car, and not particularly small regardless?

Regardless, that's tempting.

# ¿ Feb 19, 2008 05:05

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/569234934.html

Ricer idiot selling a CRX, makes sure to highlight the ricer idiot bits. It's really not spectacularly bad, except for this:

It looks like he's photoshopped stuff out of this image. Badly. Above the rear wheel, and on the end of the hatch.

# ¿ Feb 19, 2008 20:14

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Octavio Barnaby Sr. posted:

Not sure if you know this, but not everyone owns a digital camera.
They don't give them to everyone for free you know.

Selling a car is as good an excuse as any to get one.

Particularly for what that guy is asking.

# ¿ Feb 19, 2008 22:14

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Word back from the photoshopped CRX guy.

Me posted:

Is there any particular reason you photoshopped this image?

I mean did you think no one would notice, or what?

You know, when you're trying to sell a modified car, complete honesty and forthrightness will serve you well. Otherwise, your only hope is to find a sucker.

dumb guy posted:

then check out the car yourself!
in person!

dumb guy posted:

heres the original pic.. there you happy?

you know people needs to see it in person and drive test it first anyways... so whatever.
if you are interested then cool. if not then whatever bye

I'm not even sure what I'm seeing here...is that bondo over cardboard?

# ¿ Feb 21, 2008 03:47

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Doctor Zero posted:

Oh, gently caress I had a silver one of those, those things are goddamn tanks.

To contribute, boy this guy's a natural salesman.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcy/581141652.html

For 275, I don't think he needs to be. And I think he does need to head off the dumb questions.

Be nice if he gave some indication what the bike needs, though.

# ¿ Feb 21, 2008 20:59

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/581966086.html

Riced out 92 Prelude, 3500.

Look at that rear end:

TWO VW Beetle pickups:
http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/582228626.html

# ¿ Feb 22, 2008 08:31

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Zool posted:

1964 Convertible Bug

I think I would delinitely go with a mutual fund.

Doesn't seem to understand the whole "condition" factor in car values.

:argh:

Barret Jackson!

# ¿ Feb 23, 2008 09:47

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Advent Horizon posted:

I really hope they're being sarcastic.

http://anchorage.craigslist.org/car/585459455.html

At least it isn't riced to hell.

But god does it ever LOOK like an Alaska car.

# ¿ Feb 25, 2008 04:17

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Phangor posted:

http://saltlakecity.craigslist.org/car/576362551.html

"seat/bed, mood interior lighting, Drapes & privacy screens" gently caress yes.

Throw in a case of Lysol and maybe we've got a deal.

# ¿ Feb 28, 2008 05:15

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/590736597.html

quote:

00 acura integra - $900

2000 Acura Integra GSR shell
perfect project
Clean Body
Red color
the bad Driver side front end is damage but fixible
other than that car is clean
Shell only
no motor
no seats
no carpet
it doesnt come with the rims (ls meshes) it comes with stock rims
just a shell
not parting out dont ask
Salvage Title
call me for more info
asking $900 CALL ME ANYTIME 1-702-688-1480

Theft recovery, I'm sure.

Restore this car to stock, and you will be selling it in precisely the same condition as this man.

# ¿ Feb 29, 2008 08:43

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

"In other words, don't email me just for more pictures. You should take time out of your schedule to come look at this car based purely on two thumbnails, and you're gonna like it, you fuckin' ingrates."

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# ¿ Mar 4, 2008 06:02

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Sudden Infant Def Syndrome posted:

I would so drive that.

The only thing apparently wrong with that car is the spoiler.

# ¿ Mar 7, 2008 20:51

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

DimitriPopov posted:

Holy poo poo this is awesome who wouldnt want to drive around in this.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2000-TOYOTA-MR2-FERRARI-360-SPIDER-MODENA-replica_W0QQitemZ330216956750QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item330216956750

Dude you would get so many chicks so easy, hop in baby

The funniest part is his asking price(s). 16,600 starting bid (no bidders), 27 grand "buy it now."

# ¿ Mar 7, 2008 22:03

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

destructo posted:

I see four bids..

You're right. I think my brain stopped working for a little while there.

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# ¿ Apr 28, 2024 08:28

VideoTapir: Oct 18, 2005; He'll tire eventually.

Z3n posted:

AND it was totally good for at least 150mph, better than the cawps, ya know.

Edit:

http://anchorage.craigslist.org/car/601416223.html

Without all the amusing bits about running from the cops though.

I just noticed the decepticon symbol is crooked.

edit:

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/566682328.html

Note: I'm flagging this one, since it's posted out of area.

http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/car/600423734.html

This one is a little more subtle, I think.

VideoTapir fucked around with this message at 04:32 on Mar 11, 2008

# ¿ Mar 11, 2008 04:23

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