wcelliot Posted June 4, 2012 Share Posted June 4, 2012 Looking for an inexpensive turnkey car, hopefully one with a 25+ year old title already sorted. I was building a Miata powered locost but really didn't have time to seriously work on it. I'd prefer a four cylinder car over other options and would like to keep the budget under $10k. Could stretch slightly more for an exceptional car (or maybe a real S4) but I'm really just looking for a toy to bomb around town in... so a low spec car will suit me just fine. Prefer a "classic" look. In Frederick, MD so east coast is a bonus, but I'm willing to travel for the right car (keeping in mind that travel/transportation costs figure in to that $10k ceiling) Thanks! Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
63Locost Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I and I'm sure a few hundreds others are also looking for a car with the same criteria...under $10k and turnkey. Where is that unicorn? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcelliot Posted June 5, 2012 Author Share Posted June 5, 2012 Actually I've already received a couple of leads (and from perusing past Ebay sales and classifieds it doesn't loo like what I'm asking is too unusual... just nothing seems on the market at the moment in the US... in the UK sub $10,000 cars are the norm rather than the exception)... I just don't expect a late model factory built car with 200hp or something that would be at home at the SCCA nationals.... Looking seriously at one car but it's got a little more engine and weight than I was looking for... so still soliciting leads. thanks! Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MBEARDEN Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I agree it's going to be a challenge. Wasn't there a lime green car for sale here within the last 6 months...owner was moving west and needed to get the car sold...it was not quite street legal? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pinballking2 Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 I have the Lime Green car. Contact me at aorourk104@earthlink.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichaelD Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 So you are looking for a car that weighs about 1,245 lbs dry and has 220+HP. Right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcelliot Posted June 6, 2012 Author Share Posted June 6, 2012 (edited) Not really... I'm figuring more on a Kent, A4G-E, or at best a Miata Locost build... so about half that amount of power and likely a bit more weight since most seem to be built on +442 chassis these days... like I said a fairly low spec car. I'm under no misconceptions about what a high spec car is worth... that's just not what I'm currently looking for. Edited June 6, 2012 by wcelliot add Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wcelliot Posted June 6, 2012 Author Share Posted June 6, 2012 Just bought a Miata build... thanks for the leads! Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted June 7, 2012 Share Posted June 7, 2012 Congrats! Keep us up to date on the progress (everyone loves pics). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d3mon187 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 I'm also looking for a simple 7, but on the more modern side of the design scale. Miata build would be nice. In San Antonio, and looking to spend around $15k if anyone has any leads. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MHKflyer52 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 I'm also looking for a simple 7, but on the more modern side of the design scale. Miata build would be nice. In San Antonio, and looking to spend around $15k if anyone has any leads. Thanks http://ventura.craigslist.org/cto/3063860092.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McKeanSeven Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 I have a 1997 Sprint, Crossflow, 4-speed, live-axle, RHD, 12,000 miles that I plan to post on the forum shortly. It is a very nice basic traditional Caterham. I am in Northwestern PA. I am looking for twice what you state you want to spend. If you have an interest let me know and I will email photos. CLH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tikijose Posted June 19, 2012 Share Posted June 19, 2012 McKean Seven, I'm interested in your 97. I'm looking for a Caterham in that price range, and definitely interested in a crossflow car. Please email me at tikijose@hotmail.com. Photos specs, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aront Posted June 22, 2012 Share Posted June 22, 2012 So, like the original poster, I'm looking for something I can just drive away with. My budget is around $20k as I'll be selling my bimmer to make it happen. I think that should get me into a low-to-mid spec car. Four cylinders would be great as long as I can slap on a turbo in a year or two if my budget allows. Mainly, I just want something for open top motoring on the weekends or the occasional drive to work. But I'd like to the ability to take it a track maybe once or twice a year. I think my biggest issue will be that I have long legs, so the seats need to be kind of far back. I'm 6'6" but my inseam is only 34" -- width is not a problem as I'm pretty narrow-framed. I'm in Houston, I'd prefer to stay local. I can drive to just about anywhere in TX and am willing to wait until I find Texas car. Maybe I'm being completely unreasonable, if so, tell me! =aron= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rikker Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 6-6 will have your head over the windshield.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
austin sr Posted June 23, 2012 Share Posted June 23, 2012 I have been lurking on this thread, and I decided to let you guys know I think I will sell Goldie. She is an amazing car with a distinguished history, but I want to finish some other projects (and start a few) and I don't have enough room these days. Aront, Goldie sounds like it would fit your requirements better then most 7's, as the S2k-R has a bigger cockpit and more leg room. If you want a 2nd opinion on Goldie, WestTexasS2K knows the car, you can ask him. Others around the group know the car as well, or pick up the Feb. 05 issue of Kit Car Builder. She was on the cover, and they did a good article about the car. Goldie is regestered and inspected in Texas, so it is ready for the street as well as the track. She also comes with a taller windshield that can be installed rikker! FYI, I'm in the Dallas area (Waxahachie) and will be glad to pick you up at the airport if needed. Visit my web site to check it out. There are photos and videos of Goldie, the wife and I, along with WestTexasS2K running around the Texas Hill Country. Thanks for your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10XX Posted July 9, 2012 Share Posted July 9, 2012 The SWMBO say’s "4 se7ens are too many for me to have while her car sits outside.” My # 152 is almost ready to hit the street. I must pare the collection by at least one. My beloved #16 Brunton Stalker will have to find a new home. Incredible torque, the car pulls hard from just over idle to redline. More fun to drive than anything. Believe me I would keep this car if I could. Runs on 87 octane gas Viper Yellow 3.4 Camero V6 4 bbl Holley Carb Edlebrock Manifold Mild Cam MDS Ignition MDS Rev Limiter T-5 5 speed Transmission S-10 Rearend with Camero Limited Slip American Mag Wheels Falken Tires Chrome Control Arms $16995 OBO Leawood Kansas suburb of Kansas City More Photo’s http://tinyurl.com/38sly9v Play the slide show lower left Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kitcat Posted July 10, 2012 Share Posted July 10, 2012 10XX, best to open a separate thread at the for-sale section of this Forum if you are trying to market your Stalker (wh/looks great/ditto price). What are your other 3 se7ens? Looks like one is a Stalker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mondo Posted July 11, 2012 Share Posted July 11, 2012 Some real nice cars coming up for sale lately... at good prices (for buyers) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
10XX Posted July 12, 2012 Share Posted July 12, 2012 What are your other 3 se7ens? Looks like one is a Stalker. I own Stalker #16, #143, #152 and a Westfield 1800 Sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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