The BaT thread for the cars we won't buy, but kinda wish we would - Page 289

FC · 07-19-2020, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by JST

The Boxster is definitely the better car, but you’ve also been there/done that.

Yeah, but I liked it the most of any car and I miss it. The only thing I miss about the 997TT compared to the 987S is the crazy speed and the good looks. A 981 GTS would be even better.

JST · 07-20-2020, 07:06 PM

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1988-bmw-m3-99/

dan · 07-20-2020, 07:23 PM

It's kind of mesmerizing to look at pics of a 32-yo car that's in pristine condition

wdc330i · 07-20-2020, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by JST

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1988-bmw-m3-99/

Oh, my!

lemming · 07-20-2020, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by dan

It's kind of mesmerizing to look at pics of a 32-yo car that's in pristine condition

I know I’m a jerk (get over it) but I want a car like this in German racing white.

The red looks....incongruous with how the car was used in DTM racing.

Alan · 07-21-2020, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by FC

Damn, these cars have beautiful lines. This is my favorite. The SL600 with the AMG body kit, the staggered monoblock wheels and the panorama roof. It looks beautiful in white as well (though not my favorite color). I am very tempted.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/19...benz-sl600-16/

The auction isn’t really moving which might be a good thing if you are planning on bidding.

Josh (PA) · 07-21-2020, 04:53 PM

What's your plan, FC? Did you register on BAT? Are you onboard for the ride?

FC · 07-21-2020, 05:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Josh (PA)

What's your plan, FC? Did you register on BAT? Are you onboard for the ride?

I registered on BAT a few weeks ago.

Auction definitely stalled, which has me thinking, but I'm getting cold feet about it. I'll think about it tonight and make a decision on whether to go for it or not. But I think I'm giving myself a hard $30k limit and I doubt it will stay under that. I probably won't bid.

Josh (PA) · 07-22-2020, 08:18 AM

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Originally Posted by FC

I registered on BAT a few weeks ago.

Auction definitely stalled, which has me thinking, but I'm getting cold feet about it. I'll think about it tonight and make a decision on whether to go for it or not. But I think I'm giving myself a hard $30k limit and I doubt it will stay under that. I probably won't bid.

Good luck either way. The BAT one is definitely nice, but you might enjoy a non-museum piece that you could wrench on and drive more in the long run. Maybe this will be like the white 911 I got all excited about last year and set you on a journey to find one that is a perfect fit for you... or maybe this will be the one. Either way, I'll be watching the auction and routing for you.

FC · 07-22-2020, 10:10 AM

Well, I'm out.

1) Timing: It's a good chunk of money to spend on a car during a pandemic when the economy could get hit hard(er). I also rarely drive as it is and won't for a while. To add yet another car is silly.
2) I love the idea and the looks, but I've never driven one. I need to do that first.
3) I am nervous about buying a car like that unseen.
4) Logistics of storing it without being a headache.
5) Not the right time in our lives for it. Seems like an empty nester's car. I rather have a Boxster.

If I were to buy it now, it would be for investment/speculative reasons or FOMO. That is not a good enough reason, I think.

07-20-2020, 07:23 PM	#2883
dan redefined Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 14,896	It's kind of mesmerizing to look at pics of a 32-yo car that's in pristine condition __________________ "There's a freedom you begin to feel the closer you get to Austin, Texas." -Willie

07-21-2020, 04:53 PM	#2887
Josh (PA) Hello. Join Date: Mar 2004 Carmudgeonly Ride: '09 X3, '11 328xiT, '11 135i C, '17 c2, '19 X5 Location: Downingtown, PA Posts: 5,530	What's your plan, FC? Did you register on BAT? Are you onboard for the ride? __________________ Josh (PA) - '19 X5 '17 991.2 C2 Cab '11 135i Convertible '11 328xiT '09 X3

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