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  • roguetoaster
    R3V OG
    • Jan 2012
    • 7746

    #301
    Originally posted by 2mAn
    E30 will not be ​MY daily.
    Well, we look forward to hearing about your wife's E30 daily driver imminently.

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    • E30Bastard
      Wrencher
      • Nov 2018
      • 243

      #302
      Originally posted by 2mAn
      E30 will not be MY daily. I avg 25mph on my traffic and stoplight congested 8 mile commute, and I pick up the kiddo on the way home... if you’re fortunate enough to DD an E30, I tip my cap to you. Doesn’t work for me, especially in my current situation
      No E30 will ever be an MY.
      "It wouldn't be there if it wasn't..." - Milton Berle

      1988 325iS - M20

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      • MrBurgundy
        R3V Elite
        • Mar 2012
        • 5294

        #303
        Originally posted by roguetoaster

        I think the Duratec powered models offer a massive upgrade as a DD. While the 2.3 Lima powered 89 I had in school might have squeaked out 2mpg better than my current 4.9 powered 95 F150 it was a worse vehicle in every other way.
        They're not THAT bad

        Doubt that number would be close on the highway.. I get like 20mpg going 70mph with a bunch of shit in the back. That 4.9 probably would get 10mpg LOL

        It IS a great daily, but the duratec is way better when it comes to power, no hiding that.. but the lima is literally bullet proof...

        I've been dailying my e30 the past 2 weeks and my god, it is just the best lol


        Current Collection: 1990 325is // 1987 325i Vert // 2003 525i 5spd // 1985 380SL // 1992 Ranger 5spd // 2005 Avalanche // 2024 Honda Grom SP // 2024 Yamaha XSR700 // 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

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        • 2mAn
          Señior Mod
          • Aug 2010
          • 20085

          #304
          Got sidetracked with moving into a house and....shingles.... but there’s been some progress.

          Basically down to doing the same dumbsh!t I’m used to doing or being smart.

          (1) Buy something a little boring, efficient and ready to go, OR
          (2) Buy a project that will result in a badass, manual wagon... eventually
          Simon
          Current Cars:
          -1966 Lotus Elan
          -1986 German Car
          -2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

          Make R3V Great Again -2020

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          • DEV0 E30
            R3V OG
            • Oct 2004
            • 8812

            #305
            waitaminnit...

            You had an e46 wagon...

            So of that same vein? I'll offer another alternative.

            1. Get older prius for daily duty and child transport duties. Get as new as budget allows.
            2. Keep 996 for as long as you keep cars - ala, enjoy it but we know it may not stick around for long.
            3. Acquire E30, sell 996 or keep it until e30 feelsgoodmannnn.
            Project: Touring | Project: Unknown | Phoenix, Arizona Events Thread

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            • 2mAn
              Señior Mod
              • Aug 2010
              • 20085

              #306
              Alright, I’ve made a decision.

              In about 30 hours, I should have some pictures to show as wheels will be in motion tomorrow.

              As usual, place your bets on how long this next daily will stick around. Price is right rules... closest without going over.

              GO!
              Simon
              Current Cars:
              -1966 Lotus Elan
              -1986 German Car
              -2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

              Make R3V Great Again -2020

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              • MrBurgundy
                R3V Elite
                • Mar 2012
                • 5294

                #307
                3 months
                Current Collection: 1990 325is // 1987 325i Vert // 2003 525i 5spd // 1985 380SL // 1992 Ranger 5spd // 2005 Avalanche // 2024 Honda Grom SP // 2024 Yamaha XSR700 // 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

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                • DEV0 E30
                  R3V OG
                  • Oct 2004
                  • 8812

                  #308
                  Originally posted by MrBurgundy
                  3 months
                  He’s gonna try to surprise us.

                  8.5 months.
                  Project: Touring | Project: Unknown | Phoenix, Arizona Events Thread

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                  • 2mAn
                    Señior Mod
                    • Aug 2010
                    • 20085

                    #309
                    Originally posted by MrBurgundy
                    3 months
                    Originally posted by DEV0 E30

                    He’s gonna try to surprise us.

                    8.5 months.
                    Dang, so y'all think this car wont make it to 2025!?

                    Thats only like a few tanks of fuel in this car!...

                    Here it is! 2006 Jetta TDI with 230k on it and 3 pedals. Some worn interior & paint that's been baking in the AZ Sun, but she made the 500 mile drive home yesterday without skipping a beat.

                    Initial pics from the Ad





                    No plastic cover hiding this powerhaus



                    I didnt buy it sight unseen. I had Kevan check out the E46 wagon that had a blown motor and a buddy from the TDI Forums check out the TDI and based on their reactions and my own gut feeling I decided Sunday to buy t he plane ticket and fly out to Phoenix and get the TDI.

                    Already have some fun stuff coming, the usual MO based on all of my other DDs, but also cleaning up the interior a little. I will see what I can do about the paint.

                    Stay tuned for now!
                    Simon
                    Current Cars:
                    -1966 Lotus Elan
                    -1986 German Car
                    -2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

                    Make R3V Great Again -2020

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                    • 2mAn
                      Señior Mod
                      • Aug 2010
                      • 20085

                      #310
                      And the Adventure itself! I wanted to get there early since I knew I had a long drive home.



                      Lyle (TDiFrontier on TDI Club) picked me up from the airport and we hit the road up North to Cottonwood, AZ. A nice view on the drive...



                      Nearly there, we were both needing a stop and seeing the local Filiberto's Taco Shop got me salivating. Was delicious!



                      Upon arrival, the dusty car was even dustier!




                      also Dusty was this Datsun 312 (I think)

                      [

                      Handed Henri (Middle guy) the cash and we took a quick group pic before we headed out




                      and then the long, journey home...



                      Fun note: I filled up the tank on the PHX side of the border. Proceeded to drive almost exactly 300 miles home and only took a 1/4 tank of fuel.

                      I'm pretty happy with it right now, but ...The countdown begins! I'm going to estimate this one hangs around for a few YEARS!
                      Simon
                      Current Cars:
                      -1966 Lotus Elan
                      -1986 German Car
                      -2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

                      Make R3V Great Again -2020

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                      • Panici
                        Moderator
                        • Dec 2009
                        • 2311

                        #311
                        Ooo love a diesel.
                        That's a great group shot vibe.

                        Flying out is something I've never done to buy a car, but sounds like a fun time!

                        '87 BMW E30 325is Turbo

                        '99 BMW E36 M3 - - - '98 BMW E36 328i

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                        • Northern
                          R3V Elite
                          • Nov 2010
                          • 5040

                          #312
                          I have missed so much here...

                          I knew you sold the i3 from either your instagram post or an automated BaT email but I'm sad I missed all the guessing.
                          Reading through I was guessing one of those Volvo C30 2-dr hatchbacks...

                          Diesel should be great for the commute, especially living far away from the cold. Seems like a good shout.

                          I also have never flown to buy a car, but it's almost like a bucket list item.
                          Originally posted by priapism
                          My girl don't know shit, but she bakes a mean cupcake.
                          Originally posted by shameson
                          Usually it's best not to know how much money you have into your e30

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                          • DEV0 E30
                            R3V OG
                            • Oct 2004
                            • 8812

                            #313
                            Congrats again man!

                            Hope it gives you many years of service without complaining too much.

                            So... LTWs, clears, and a drop?

                            Project: Touring | Project: Unknown | Phoenix, Arizona Events Thread

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                            • moatilliatta
                              R3V OG
                              • Feb 2005
                              • 6121

                              #314
                              Boltswagon, I can smell the crayons from here.

                              I was up above it, Now I'm down in it ~ Entropy - A Build thread.
                              @Zakspeed_US

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                              • 2mAn
                                Señior Mod
                                • Aug 2010
                                • 20085

                                #315
                                Oh yes, I guess I should answer part of the story that never came to fruition...

                                A C30 was on the list, but the 2door hatchback was a Beetle TDi. I really wanted to say that I had 2 modern New Beetles, a FF and RR. I can’t believe how stupid sellers are. I had money for a half dozen cool cars but they never replied to close a deal even when we had discussed a little and I was ready to buy. Oh well...
                                Simon
                                Current Cars:
                                -1966 Lotus Elan
                                -1986 German Car
                                -2006 Volkswagen Jetta TDI

                                Make R3V Great Again -2020

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