My dad very kindly cleared out a spot in his garage and the 240D has been nestled in there for the most part ... kind of took the pressure off to make a decision about what to do with it, as at least I know it's not rotting out in the elements. I've taken it out a few times to work on the fenders, but still haven't gotten those painted yet ... I kinda had to start all over because it kept bubbling back up where I'd done the work. I bought a book on automotive welding and have been glancing through that, but haven't taken the plunge as far as actually buying welding equipment. I would have no idea where to get sheet metal.

Anyhow, looks like for now it's down for the winter. I'd really like to get the fenders painted and put the bumper/headlights back on so I can take it on a couple little drives on the country roads while the weather and scenery are so pretty. Not sure if I'll get a warm enough day to paint (and a day when I actually have time), though. But at least it's staying dry for now.

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1987 300D, arctic white/palomino--314,000 miles
1978 240D 4-speed, Euro Delivery, light ivory/bamboo--370,000 miles
2005 Jeep Liberty CRD Limited, light khaki/slate--140,000 miles
2018 Chevy Cruze diesel, 6-speed manual, satin steel metallic/kalahari--19,000 miles
1982 Peugeot 505 diesel, 4-speed manual, blue/blue, 130,000 miles
1995 S320, black/parchment--34,000 miles (Dad's car)