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davestlouis · #31 07-15-2006, 07:13 PM

I've decided that as long as a car is largely rust-free and structurally sound, I can work with little mechcanical and electrical gremlins. This 735 has good paint and good leather under a layer of dust and tree sap, so it has potential. It largely runs OK too, so there isn't too much to do to make it a good daily driver.

Mark DiSilvestro · #32 07-16-2006, 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by davestlouis

Good grief, that's just what I need. I should buy a Lancia or Fiat too, just to keep things interesting. I'm content to play with mainstream German cars. I really would like a small BMW too...2002 or 320i, no sunroof, manual windows, simple and easy to work on.

Well, the 735iL has a decent engine, but the rest of the car isn't exactly famous for being "simple and easy to work on"!

Happy Motoring, Mark

davestlouis · #33 07-16-2006, 03:49 PM

Yeah, getting an elaborate tank like that really wasn't the plan...but it does drive nicely. I keep finding myself drawn to big luxurious sedans, with all sorts of bells and whistles that cost a fortune to fix.