drpreposterous
Well-Known Member
What say you?
Those of you who have seen my posts know I've been looking for a good M in the hope/delusion that it could serve as a daily. My needs aren't great. I am semi-retired--work three days a week, though that commute is 50 miles round trip. I am a good nurse but lousy with a wrench. I am a humble check writer who must pay for all his maintenance and repairs...
My sensible side is considering a later (2006-2011) Crown Vic or Grand Marquis. Those tend to be in the $3500 to 6500 range, depending on mileage. Mileage between 45K and 150k.
My "delusional" side tells me getting a choice, rust-free and lovely M for $3,500 or so, and getting a top-end rebuild (got an excellent rebuilder on tap) with electronic ignition would be just as reliable. Check this puppy out. He's listed for $4k but texted he would take $3,500. Granny's old ride updated with calipers, wire wheels and a sound system...
1986 fifth ave
What say you? Am I delusional to suppose the M can match the Crown Vic's reliability? (I know it won't match safety, economy).
BTW, check this beauty out for the same price but 600 miles from me...
1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
Those of you who have seen my posts know I've been looking for a good M in the hope/delusion that it could serve as a daily. My needs aren't great. I am semi-retired--work three days a week, though that commute is 50 miles round trip. I am a good nurse but lousy with a wrench. I am a humble check writer who must pay for all his maintenance and repairs...
My sensible side is considering a later (2006-2011) Crown Vic or Grand Marquis. Those tend to be in the $3500 to 6500 range, depending on mileage. Mileage between 45K and 150k.
My "delusional" side tells me getting a choice, rust-free and lovely M for $3,500 or so, and getting a top-end rebuild (got an excellent rebuilder on tap) with electronic ignition would be just as reliable. Check this puppy out. He's listed for $4k but texted he would take $3,500. Granny's old ride updated with calipers, wire wheels and a sound system...
1986 fifth ave
What say you? Am I delusional to suppose the M can match the Crown Vic's reliability? (I know it won't match safety, economy).
BTW, check this beauty out for the same price but 600 miles from me...
1986 Chrysler Fifth Avenue