Off Topic - Dream

**The Latin Spice** · 07-11-2005, 05:14 AM

Okay guys, i know this is offtopic. But Last nite i had a dream ( i rarely dream) and I found myself driving a black '71 cuda. coupe. I had a girl in the passenger seat, she was gorgeous, but all i remember is the damn car.

Anyway so im thinking Is this meaning that i need a gf?.. or american muscle?
so i got up online and i found this :

WOW.. Where can i start looking for one?!

**The Latin Spice** · 07-11-2005, 05:19 AM

this is just a '70.. but wow

**HerHotRod** · 07-11-2005, 10:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IceBurn

Anyway so im thinking Is this meaning that i need a gf?.. or american muscle?

A dream like that means you need to get yourself an American muscle car. Girlfriends don't last forever

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Flastangs · 07-11-2005, 11:06 AM

I hope you have DEEP pockets to make that "dream" a reality...both are expensive (women and 71 Cuda's)

**The Latin Spice** · 07-11-2005, 12:14 PM

c'mon man, thats not helping.

Can you point me in the right direction?

(and i already lost tons of money with an ex gf, and have nothing to show for.) at least with the cuda i can say i made my dream true right?

**HerHotRod** · 07-11-2005, 12:40 PM

How much are looking too spend? Do you want a project or something already done? I would start by picking up a classic car trader. You can get them anywhere you pick up an AutoTrader. Or http://www.pjsautoworld.com/1940.htm there on Gulf to Bay. I pass by every day, but you'll pay top dollar. I was in there a few yrs back and the guy I spoke w/ was very nice. I was just browsing through one day.

edit - alot of times the best way to find these cars is sitting somewhere and just inquire or word of mouth.

We've got a friend w/ a Cuda thats been sitting for a while in his shop, I think it's purple, I can't even remember now

. Great shape, but needs a motor. We've been trying to get him to get it back on the road for the longest time now, hopefully someday.

**Dano Moparo** · 07-11-2005, 01:11 PM

The prices on these things are going throught the roof. People see them sell for 100-500k on BJ, so they pass the savings on to everyone else. If anything they are a very sound investment, you won't loose money on it like some brand x'ers. Unrestored they go from 3-5k to 10-15k depending on model. The big block cars are getting the premiem. Mopar Collectors guide is a good source for finding them in all kinds of condition.

And I may be premature but I'm calling BS on your buddies silver Challenger. Prob his dads/uncle/brother or neighbor, but not his. You don't buy a car like that and not have any details on it or know if its the real thing or not. Still a very nice find, I really like it.

**Dano Moparo** · 07-11-2005, 01:17 PM

A little idea where these things are going. The Mopar crowd has been watching this one for a couple months. Never seems to finalize a deal I guess. Its been listed 3 times that I know of, and its in Fla.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...557144900&rd=1

And its not a HEMI!!

**The Latin Spice** · 07-11-2005, 01:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dano Moparo

The prices on these things are going throught the roof. People see them sell for 100-500k on BJ, so they pass the savings on to everyone else. If anything they are a very sound investment, you won't loose money on it like some brand x'ers. Unrestored they go from 3-5k to 10-15k depending on model. The big block cars are getting the premiem. Mopar Collectors guide is a good source for finding them in all kinds of condition.

And I may be premature but I'm calling BS on your buddies silver Challenger. Prob his dads/uncle/brother or neighbor, but not his. You don't buy a car like that and not have any details on it or know if its the real thing or not. Still a very nice find, I really like it.

Well lets hope for an unrestored 3-5k one. (like i said, its just a dream, but we're allowed to dream right? gotta start somewhere!).

And i'm confused about the challenger post? was that directed towards me?

And again, thanks to all for the information, you guy have been more than helpful. On a related note. For a beginner, what would a more viable way be?

**HerHotRod** · 07-11-2005, 01:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dano Moparo

And I may be premature but I'm calling BS on your buddies silver Challenger. Prob his dads/uncle/brother or neighbor, but not his. You don't buy a car like that and not have any details on it or know if its the real thing or not. Still a very nice find, I really like it.

Dano, I was confused by this too, are you talking about the friend I mentioned a few posts up that had a Cuda

Flastangs · 07-11-2005, 01:41 PM

I have seen a few 1967-1969 Barracudas for sale locally, one was a 318 car...lmk if you want more info.

**Dano Moparo** · 07-11-2005, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by IceBurn

Well lets hope for an unrestored 3-5k one. (like i said, its just a dream, but we're allowed to dream right? gotta start somewhere!).

And i'm confused about the challenger post? was that directed towards me?

And again, thanks to all for the information, you guy have been more than helpful. On a related note. For a beginner, what would a more viable way be?

YES TO BOTH OF YOU, SO . SORRY i'M VERY CONFUSED! lol

http://tamparacing.com/forums/showthread.php?t=246490

Caught up at work. I musta been thinking of Ice Cold Beer or Burn

**HerHotRod** · 07-11-2005, 04:08 PM

I see now

IceBurn - I don't know if it would help you or not, but check out the sticky in this forum, "If you can't find it look here". There are a bunch of links in it w/ Misc info if your just getting into it

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**Frankie** · 07-11-2005, 05:25 PM

If it's got tits or tires, it's going to give you problems, but they're both going to be fun to ride in.

70Z · 07-11-2005, 08:39 PM

Man, of all the cars to fall in love with you have to pick a 71 Cuda?!!!! Don't get me wrong, they are great muscle cars but damn, with 3-5k you stand a better chance of scoring the babe than you do a fixable car. The problem is, any cuda worth saving is a canidate for either a Hemi or 440 6 pack clone. Those car believe it or not can easily get 40k+ for a 6 pack and over 100k for a Hemi. And those are just clones!

As for where to look. I'd say unless that 3-5k becomes 30-50K you just have to look everywhere and hope you get lucky. Seriously, you need to drive down a street and see a cuda in someones backyard or garage and talk them out of it. The problem is, those cars specifically, are probably the single most sought after muscle cars right now. It's unlikely that too many people out there are completely oblivious to these cars having value.

Heres some examples I found of what your money can buy(or not). http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...560828311&rd=1

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...561375239&rd=1

This one might actually be a great deal for you. You can solve both your problems at once!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...561622721&rd=1

Heres an idea though..Maybe look for a 73-74 cuda. I don't think the body work to clone a 71 would be that hard. Dano would know better than me though. Anyway, just an idea. Sometimes you just have to make the best of what you've got.

07-11-2005, 05:14 AM	#1 (permalink)
The Latin Spice Can't have this Car: '01 Toyota Land Cruiser My TRGarage Tampa : 116359	Off Topic - Dream Okay guys, i know this is offtopic. But Last nite i had a dream ( i rarely dream) and I found myself driving a black '71 cuda. coupe. I had a girl in the passenger seat, she was gorgeous, but all i remember is the damn car. Anyway so im thinking Is this meaning that i need a gf?.. or american muscle? so i got up online and i found this : WOW.. Where can i start looking for one?! Last edited by IceBurn : 07-11-2005 at 05:16 AM.

07-11-2005, 12:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
HerHotRod The Happy Mrs. Car: My TRGarage : 2010	How much are looking too spend? Do you want a project or something already done? I would start by picking up a classic car trader. You can get them anywhere you pick up an AutoTrader. Or http://www.pjsautoworld.com/1940.htm there on Gulf to Bay. I pass by every day, but you'll pay top dollar. I was in there a few yrs back and the guy I spoke w/ was very nice. I was just browsing through one day. edit - alot of times the best way to find these cars is sitting somewhere and just inquire or word of mouth. We've got a friend w/ a Cuda thats been sitting for a while in his shop, I think it's purple, I can't even remember now . Great shape, but needs a motor. We've been trying to get him to get it back on the road for the longest time now, hopefully someday. Last edited by HerHotRod : 07-11-2005 at 12:44 PM.

07-11-2005, 05:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
The Latin Spice Can't have this Car: '01 Toyota Land Cruiser My TRGarage Tampa : 116359	this is just a '70.. but wow

07-11-2005, 11:06 AM	#4 (permalink)
Flastangs Registered User Car: 90 Mustang GT, Mod Motor Mustang GT,82 Mustang GT My TRGarage Shelbyville, TN formerly Bradentucky : 510006334	I hope you have DEEP pockets to make that "dream" a reality...both are expensive (women and 71 Cuda's)

07-11-2005, 12:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
The Latin Spice Can't have this Car: '01 Toyota Land Cruiser My TRGarage Tampa : 116359	c'mon man, thats not helping. Can you point me in the right direction? (and i already lost tons of money with an ex gf, and have nothing to show for.) at least with the cuda i can say i made my dream true right?

07-11-2005, 01:11 PM	#7 (permalink)
Dano Moparo Grandpa Car: 1970 Dodge Challenger RT 2005 Hemi Chrysler 300C 1999 GMC Sierra My TRGarage Pinellas Park : 10915645	The prices on these things are going throught the roof. People see them sell for 100-500k on BJ, so they pass the savings on to everyone else. If anything they are a very sound investment, you won't loose money on it like some brand x'ers. Unrestored they go from 3-5k to 10-15k depending on model. The big block cars are getting the premiem. Mopar Collectors guide is a good source for finding them in all kinds of condition. And I may be premature but I'm calling BS on your buddies silver Challenger. Prob his dads/uncle/brother or neighbor, but not his. You don't buy a car like that and not have any details on it or know if its the real thing or not. Still a very nice find, I really like it.

07-11-2005, 01:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dano Moparo Grandpa Car: 1970 Dodge Challenger RT 2005 Hemi Chrysler 300C 1999 GMC Sierra My TRGarage Pinellas Park : 10915645	A little idea where these things are going. The Mopar crowd has been watching this one for a couple months. Never seems to finalize a deal I guess. Its been listed 3 times that I know of, and its in Fla. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...557144900&rd=1 And its not a HEMI!!

07-11-2005, 01:41 PM	#11 (permalink)
Flastangs Registered User Car: 90 Mustang GT, Mod Motor Mustang GT,82 Mustang GT My TRGarage Shelbyville, TN formerly Bradentucky : 510006334	I have seen a few 1967-1969 Barracudas for sale locally, one was a 318 car...lmk if you want more info.

07-11-2005, 04:08 PM	#13 (permalink)
HerHotRod The Happy Mrs. Car: My TRGarage : 2010	I see now IceBurn - I don't know if it would help you or not, but check out the sticky in this forum, "If you can't find it look here". There are a bunch of links in it w/ Misc info if your just getting into it .

07-11-2005, 05:25 PM	#14 (permalink)
Frankie Whiskey Bent & Hell Bound Car: Just click the fucking garage link. My TRGarage Clearwater : 38210214	If it's got tits or tires, it's going to give you problems, but they're both going to be fun to ride in.

07-11-2005, 08:39 PM	#15 (permalink)
70Z Registered User Car: 1970 Z/28 My TRGarage : 25	Man, of all the cars to fall in love with you have to pick a 71 Cuda?!!!! Don't get me wrong, they are great muscle cars but damn, with 3-5k you stand a better chance of scoring the babe than you do a fixable car. The problem is, any cuda worth saving is a canidate for either a Hemi or 440 6 pack clone. Those car believe it or not can easily get 40k+ for a 6 pack and over 100k for a Hemi. And those are just clones! As for where to look. I'd say unless that 3-5k becomes 30-50K you just have to look everywhere and hope you get lucky. Seriously, you need to drive down a street and see a cuda in someones backyard or garage and talk them out of it. The problem is, those cars specifically, are probably the single most sought after muscle cars right now. It's unlikely that too many people out there are completely oblivious to these cars having value. Heres some examples I found of what your money can buy(or not). http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...560828311&rd=1 http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...561375239&rd=1 This one might actually be a great deal for you. You can solve both your problems at once! http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...561622721&rd=1 Heres an idea though..Maybe look for a 73-74 cuda. I don't think the body work to clone a 71 would be that hard. Dano would know better than me though. Anyway, just an idea. Sometimes you just have to make the best of what you've got.