which one should i buy?

[cornfish]

This one that is basically complete and I don't have to do any work on:

http://adcache.collectorcartraderonline.com/10/1/5/78620315.htm

Or this one that I'd have to do a bunch of stuff to, but it's cheaper:

http://adcache.collectorcartraderonline.com/10/0/9/78019509.htm

It's for the girlfriend and I bought her a new car last fall but she's just not happy with it and wants something "Cute"
This is the only "Cute" car i know of, but it would be a surprise present so ladies would you like something like this?
I just don't want to get her a moronic present, but with my luck that will be the case whatever present i choose lol

If you don't think any of these would be good let me know some good B-Day presents

 

[bullett]

Thats funny, but they really do not say what has to be done to the yellow one, or did I miss it?

 

[cornfish]

no yellow one prolly needs a rebuild, new suspension, interior and stuff like that. Not sure if i want to go through that since i just got done doing a '68 Camaro, i kind of want a break from all the auto projects and just enjoy the summer.

Do you think it's a dumb present though? I thought it was kind of original but last time i thought that I bought her a dirt bike cause i wanted one too and i was sleeping on the couch for a few days

 

[tahoe2003]

I go with the first one. But does she like older cars just get a her a new bug

 

[cornfish]

she's got a new 300M i got her now, but she really likes my oldies when i drive them so i just thought i could get her into a classic for cheap and if she doesn't like it they don't lose value so i'd be safe.

Bah, now i'm not sure a car is the way to go. What do you get someone after 9 years of dating? There's not much left for originality

 

[bullett]

It does say that the interior has new upholstery..

 

[tahoe2003]

I would go for the older one then.

 

[from zero]

Buying cars for a "girlfriend?" Nuh uh.

 

[bullett]

How about this baby...

They are Mercedes, sold in Europe, and coming to the US soon. I rode in one in Italy, awesome, comfy, 80mph on the highway, A/C, etc....

I think around 11,000 euros there..

 

[bullett]

How about this baby...

They are Mercedes, sold in Europe, and coming to the US soon. I rode in one in Italy, awesome, comfy, 80mph on the highway, A/C, etc....

I think around 11,000 euros there..

Smart Car

Introducing SMART, the car that redefines mobility. ZAP is proud to soon offer one of the most fuel-efficient, gas-powered cars on the planet. This new car has been designed as the car of the future with many "smart" features that address today's crowded urban traffic and rising energy prices. Don't be fooled by its charming, futuristic look, the SMART will surprise you with its handling, its stylish, roomy interior for 2 passengers, and its innovative design. After taking Europe by storm, ZAP is bringing the Americanized version that is a U.S. Compliant direct import automobile.

SMART VITALS
Performance Handling
Spacious Interior for Two
Exchangeable Body Panels
SMART-Safe Construction
Automatic Transmission

PERFORMANCE
60 hp, 3-cylinder, rear-mounted turbo engine
sequential 6-speed transmission
automatic or manual mode selectable
Tank Capacity: 8.7 gallons

DIMENSIONS
Weight: 1588 lbs
Length: 8'2.5"
Width: 4'11.5"
Height: 5'

DOT Approval VCP-27

EPA Letter of Conformity


STANDARD FEATURES
Anti-Lock Braking
Rack and pinion Steering
Exchangeable Body Panels
Power Windows
Power doorlocks

OPTIONS
Air Conditioning with Exterior Temp
Indicator and Frost Warning
Convertible
Alloy Wheels
Power Steering

SAFETY/SECURITY See why SMART is so safe
Tridion Hemispherical, steel safety Shell
Driver and Passenger Airbags
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP)
Skid Control
Anti-Lock Braking System
Reinforced Construction
Raised Seat Position for Enhanced Visibility
Remote Central Locking

 

[Y_lifter]

Imagine that poor Smart car getting T-boned or worse hit head on
by an H2 or Escalade at 60MPH ..

 

[bullett]

air bags all around, much better than the 1960 Nash he was looking at...

The Smart I'm sure will be for mainly inner city. I saw them parked in garbage can slots in Italy...lol

 

[cornfish]

Bullet i've been lookin around for a USA release date for those mo-fo's and I can't find it anywhere. Did it say anything for a preliminary date for sale here when you were looking?

 

[bullett]

Looks like these folks have the distribution rights in the SE US...


ZAP

 

[theoak01]

shes not happy with current car and wants a cute car?

buy her a yugo and sell the old car and take the difference and buy gear,that will learn her for being so picky

 

[coverguy]

cool cars. i'd go for the yellow one and put the work in. might make it mean more.

 

[RADAR]

The two tone Red/White is only 899.00 not exactically a pocketbook buster plus it has a 1200,00 mile warrenty.
That would be my pick

RADAR

 

[bullett]

The two tone Red/White is only 899.00 not exactically a pocketbook buster plus it has a 1200,00 mile warrenty.
That would be my pick

RADAR

Radar, I think your maths a little off..

 

[Daisy_]

i would go the red one.

 

[cornfish]

Just talked to the guy on the red one. Gonna fly out and see it this weekend and maybe take it home. Just gotta stash it for a few weeks until the B-Day comes. U guys sure that doesn't seem like a corny present?

 

[RADAR]

Radar, I think your maths a little off..

AHHHHHHHH! That 899 is for the warrenty.

11 thous is a bit steep imo!

RADAR

 

[JayC9]

Neither.

Why buy old when you can buy new?

 

[Mr. dB]

"1956 NASH METROPOLITAN, Stock No: 11447, AN AGELESS, CUDDLY, CUTE LITTLE CAR. AMERICAS 1ST ECONOMY CAR, 35 M.P.G. ONLY LITTLE CAR OF THAT ERA. AMERICAN MANUFACTURES WERE BUILDING LAND YACHTS."

Haha, everyone knows the Metropolitan was made in England by Austin for Nash.