OdinZ Posted July 28, 2022 Share Posted July 28, 2022 11 hours ago, 240ZBUILTBYME said: Rust bubbles generally aren’t appreciated lol There are some on this forum who like the rust bubbles.....not me, but some 240ZBUILTBYME 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted July 29, 2022 Administrators Share Posted July 29, 2022 1 hour ago, OdinZ said: There are some on this forum who like the rust bubbles.....not me, but some Builds character, shows it's been used and enjoyed. What's not to like? gilltech, 240ZBUILTBYME, JDM-TOY and 2 others 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gilltech Posted July 29, 2022 Share Posted July 29, 2022 Quote Rust bubbles generally aren’t appreciated lol While a few bubbles may be acceptable on a Z purchase as honest and only to be expected 'patina', you know all too well that they breed, mostly out of sight, and an expensive and potentially heartbreaking repair and restoration process is eventually coming your way... gav240z and 240ZBUILTBYME 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndBir Posted July 30, 2022 Share Posted July 30, 2022 (edited) Auction of a 1982 280zx for those looking for "market values" : (starts at the 280zx auction time) Edited July 30, 2022 by AndBir Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240ZBUILTBYME Posted July 30, 2022 Share Posted July 30, 2022 3 hours ago, AndBir said: Auction of a 1982 280zx for those looking for "market values" : (starts at the 280zx auction time) I couldn’t see any 280zxs Andy, just holdens as far as the eye can see… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndBir Posted August 1, 2022 Share Posted August 1, 2022 On 7/30/2022 at 10:29 PM, 240ZBUILTBYME said: I couldn’t see any 280zxs Andy @~4hr 12min gav240z 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted August 4, 2022 Administrators Share Posted August 4, 2022 On 7/29/2022 at 10:23 AM, gilltech said: While a few bubbles may be acceptable on a Z purchase as honest and only to be expected 'patina', you know all too well that they breed, mostly out of sight, and an expensive and potentially heartbreaking repair and restoration process is eventually coming your way... https://www.hagerty.com/media/buying-and-selling/before-you-dive-into-a-restoration-read-this/ Topical.. Quote We could get deep into the weeds about why such a restoration could also devalue a great original car. Suffice to say that it’s a slippery slope, so if you have a solid, unrestored car with original finishes, fabrics, and parts that is still presentable, please consider sympathetically maintaining it rather than erasing that history with a restoration. Purists like me—and your wallet—will thank you. 240ZBUILTBYME, gilltech and OdinZ 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240ZBUILTBYME Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 Just keep in mind before jumping in that “restorations” aren’t what they once were. Today, given the cost and time involved, they can be a fool’s errand. fools errand is an understatement lol gav240z, gilltech, OdinZ and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF Posted August 4, 2022 Share Posted August 4, 2022 I think it is a total waste of time and money to try to make a 50 year old car look like has just come out of the factory. There is nothing wrong repairing areas of rust and worn out and damaged components, but work should be done sympathetically but why replace an entire floor pan if you can just cut out the rusty area? The most difficult and satisfying restoration is one where it looks like it hasn't been done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted August 4, 2022 Administrators Share Posted August 4, 2022 16 minutes ago, NickF said: I think it is a total waste of time and money to try to make a 50 year old car look like has just come out of the factory. I like restoring things to look nice and fresh again. Some things can't be patched up and easily mended to keep going. It's better to do it right in those instances, but to each their own. gilltech 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted August 5, 2022 Administrators Share Posted August 5, 2022 https://www.carandclassic.com/magazine/classic-cars-five-reasons-why-theyre-great/ Not really bubble related, but good to focus on not just the money / investment side of things and remember it's also about the community and the joy they can bring (as much as the frustrations). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
240ZBUILTBYME Posted August 20, 2022 Share Posted August 20, 2022 not bubble related but couldn't think of a more appropriate thread to post in. Couple of articles i enjoyed from the Hack Mechanic Rob Siegel (If you're a regular viewer of Magnus walkers next big thing he was the owner of the clown shoe) The Rules of Attraction - Hagerty Media - His take on what makes us keep a car long term or move on Why do we buy the same car over and over? - Hagerty Media - why Gav has 4 240z's...... OdinZ and gav240z 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators gav240z Posted August 20, 2022 Administrators Share Posted August 20, 2022 1 hour ago, 240ZBUILTBYME said: Why do we buy the same car over and over? - Hagerty Media - why Gav has 4 240z's...... I've had my 72 since 2002. I started dating my now wife around the same time. I think the article is an excellent summary of why we like to stick with something we love. gilltech and 240ZBUILTBYME 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmd Posted August 23, 2022 Share Posted August 23, 2022 On 8/20/2022 at 10:20 PM, 240ZBUILTBYME said: why Gav has 4 240z's...... He's trying to corner the market gilltech and OdinZ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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