JonW Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I had a friend in high school who was firmly convinced that you could order any car of any year, and better yet, pay the price for it when it was new. For example, (this taking place in 1971), he believed you could order a ‘57 Chevy Bel Air to your liking and pay the price it was in 1957. Even though my dad was an Oldsmobile dealer and I knew better, I could not convince him otherwise. Under this scenario, what would you order? Ask me tomorrow and my answer might be different, but today it would be: 1971 Olds 442 coupe (1971 for the best combo of grille and taillights) Viking Blue with white interior 455 4-speed Every available option (except W-30, since I want air conditioning) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 2 hours ago, JonW said: order any car of any year, and better yet, pay the price for it when it was new. Since we are firmly in fantasy land lets specify that the buyer will be around to take delivery and in such condition he can drive and enjoy same. In that case I will take a 2035 Ford. .....Bob 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Bhigdog said: Since we are firmly in fantasy land lets specify that the buyer will be around to take delivery and in such condition he can drive and enjoy same. In that case I will take a 2035 Ford. .....Bob That's just wishful thinking for a longer life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonW Posted December 28, 2019 Author Share Posted December 28, 2019 It has to be a car made prior to the present. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHuDWah Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 6 hours ago, JonW said: I had a friend in high school who was firmly convinced that you could order any car of any year, and better yet, pay the price for it when it was new. For example, (this taking place in 1971), he believed you could order a ‘57 Chevy Bel Air to your liking and pay the price it was in 1957. Even though my dad was an Oldsmobile dealer and I knew better, I could not convince him otherwise. Under this scenario, what would you order? Ask me tomorrow and my answer might be different, but today it would be: 1971 Olds 442 coupe (1971 for the best combo of grille and taillights) Viking Blue with white interior 455 4-speed Every available option (except W-30, since I want air conditioning) Today it would be: 1971 Cutlass Supreme SX (basically a sleeper 442 disguised as a luxury coupe) Bittersweet with saddle interior 455 auto Every available option Ask me tomorrow and my answer might be: 1968 Charger R/T Colors to be determined - maybe "Bullitt" triple-black Hemi auto Every available option Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 3 hours ago, auburnseeker said: That's just wishful thinking for a longer life. Whatever it takes..................Bob 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zepher Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Today it would be a 1969 Corvette with the ZL1 and M22 options. In convertible if possible but I don't think it would be available in that body style. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Whatever I could resell and use the funds to buy a 2020 Crew cab Ford F-250. Bob 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Perkins / Mn Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 (edited) If I could buy one from the past maybe this: or when I turn 75 I will buy myself this: Edited December 28, 2019 by Jeff Perkins / Mn (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikefit Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 Like t o order a new1948 Packard 4 door in black and wide w/w fob my local dealer. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vila Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 1962 - 1966 Jaguar XKE convertible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LARRYCAROL Posted December 28, 2019 Share Posted December 28, 2019 How about 70 corvette with 350 engine & 4sp. A/c & p/s. In blue. Nice top down cruiser. Other choice 39 plymouth convertible. Maybe both if available at original price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jw1955buick Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Mine is simple: '57 Eldo Bairritz black with b/w interior, white top, everything but air ride, now most are in Europe it seems Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 Please deliver my white 1958 Imperial convertible with A/C and white top, white leather interior and red carpet, Thank you, Oh, and my wife will have a second helping identical to her white body, turquoise top and interior 1954 Cadillac convertible, but her absolute dream is the 1967 Citroen Henri Chapron DS-21 convertible Our daughter's preference is the elegance of the 1930 Packard, staying with the simplicity of the 733 Touring, while our son still wants a red Corvette convertible with A/C- most years are OK, but while our '88 is super dependable, a '71 would be sweet Grandson says either our 1941 Cadillac convertible, or 1937 Buick Roadmaster Phaeton would be perfect on days he's not on campus in his current 2001 Tahoe 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Kingsley Posted December 29, 2019 Share Posted December 29, 2019 1911 Reeves Octoauto...I'd be one of those people who would buy it...in 1911 dollars today I could actually (probably) afford it as well! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
caddyshack Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 I did order a new 1970 Chevelle, 396 SS, 4-speed, Cowl inducted, Cortez Silver and black.2-dr hard top back in the day. Under $5000.00 and I would do it again in a heartbeat. Might even but two with those prices. $5K today would hardly buy the wheels and tires for a new 2020 Tahoe Premier today. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 I came back to the states in 1970 and went to the Chevy dealer ready to buy. I asked for a new black BelAire two door sedan with a red interior, V8, 4 speed, and the AM-FM radio. The salesman said "Sounds like a nice car. BelAires only come in four doors now, how about an Impala?" I left. He didn't get it. I'd take a '68. Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 in 1966 my sister liked the SS 396 Chevelle's to look at but ordered hers with a 283 2bbl.. It still had the buckets with a console and a 4 speed. It did not have the 396 hood. And I don't think it was an SS. But it sure was pretty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John S. Posted December 30, 2019 Share Posted December 30, 2019 I would order a 1966 Burgundy GTO hardtop, with tri-power and a 4 speed. Black interior, dog dish caps and red line tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldcarfudd Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 T-Head Mercer Raceabout in yellow. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ejboyd5 Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 It is strange and admirable that all the choices to date have been those of what people would really like to have and might have missed out on rather than being cars that were affordable when new and have now risen to astronomical prices. Perhaps there is still hope for the hobby that has not been completely overtaken by those who see nothing but $$$. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harold Posted December 31, 2019 Share Posted December 31, 2019 Shiny black '52 Plymouth Cambridge 4-door sedan, just like my father had. Would be nice to be able to get in and drive. I've got one already, but it's a project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericmac Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 I would order a new '62 Lincoln convertible. I would have it in yellow with maroon interior, with the woodgrain upgrade. I would special order T'-bird bucket seats, factory air, cruise control, power vent windows then ask them to install a Fairlane 500 4 speed and throw in a T-bird console. The whole thing would get me laughed out of the Lincoln dealership. So then I would got to the Cadillac dealer and talk to them about a Chevy 409 /4 speed powered Eldorado... Happy New Year everyone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercer09 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 Report post Posted December 30, 2019 T-Head Mercer Raceabout in yellow. that would have set you back about 5k in 1913 big $ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 (edited) On 12/31/2019 at 11:01 PM, ericmac said: I would order a new '62 Lincoln convertible. I would have it in yellow with maroon interior, with the woodgrain upgrade. I would special order T'-bird bucket seats, factory air, cruise control, power vent windows then ask them to install a Fairlane 500 4 speed and throw in a T-bird console. The whole thing would get me laughed out of the Lincoln dealership. So then I would got to the Cadillac dealer and talk to them about a Chevy 409 /4 speed powered Eldorado... Happy New Year everyone. Eric, love your fantasy combos. A bone stock white over red 61 Connie would be one to consider for sure. I think you have something similar.. I can think of several cars that would be great to buy new and keep, MG T series (never owned one yet) or TR-6 (had one), or R-107 MB SL (have one) all come to mind. It is interesting to me how some cars, not all big dollar cars as EJBoyd points out, seem to attract long term owners more so than others. Following MGs, it seems a lot have 40, 50 or even 60 year owners. Other caes, no one seems to hang onto. Maybe food for another thread... Issue is no one has a crystal ball if it is just financial returns that are a consideration. Somehow I think our family friends who bought 2 76 Eldo convertibles as investments would not double the order if given the chance again!! 😁 Edited January 2, 2020 by Steve_Mack_CT (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 1959 Buick Electra convertible. White interior, top and glacier green paint. When can I pick it up? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chistech Posted January 6, 2020 Share Posted January 6, 2020 (edited) 1972 Chevy Blazer. Fully loaded with ac and even the optional air tank under the hood. 350-350 auto, 4wd. Forrest green with a white hard top. CST model with chrome bumpers and body side moldings. Would even go with the 4 spd manual trans. Just a little fancier than the one I had as a young man years ago. Still miss that truck a hell of a lot, but don’t miss the ex-wife sitting in it! Edited January 6, 2020 by chistech (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick8086 Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 (edited) 😊This Hemi car... only one made.. located in Nebraska it is not cheap Edited July 11, 2020 by nick8086 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rusty_OToole Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 On 12/27/2019 at 2:45 PM, JonW said: I had a friend in high school who was firmly convinced that you could order any car of any year, and better yet, pay the price for it when it was new. For example, (this taking place in 1971), he believed you could order a ‘57 Chevy Bel Air to your liking and pay the price it was in 1957. Even though my dad was an Oldsmobile dealer and I knew better, I could not convince him otherwise. Under this scenario, what would you order? I used to think the same thing, I was 7 years old at the time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brass is Best Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 Boy we can only pick one? 1903 Ford Model A with the rear seat. Maybe Mr. Ford would show me how it works. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RansomEli Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 (edited) A 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra. Ford blue with a white racing stripe. Think they were about $6,000 at the time. Edited July 11, 2020 by RansomEli (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zepher Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 Instead of the Corvette maybe I would get a brand spanking new 1933 Silver Arrow. The real one, not a 'production' Silver Arrow. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 No doubt! A 1966 Buick Electra 225 convertible. With every option. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff_a Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 (edited) A '29 Peerless Model 8-125 Limousine in Mocha Stone Grey in the 138" wheelbase. It's hard to decide between an Opal Green Roadster in 130" w.b.($2,195, none survive) or the Limo($2,395, none survive), but the Roadster would have more acceleration with the same 114 HP motor and less weight. A couple of pictures of 7-Passengers Sedans of this model:.......... courtesy John _ _ _ _ _of Port Hope, Ontario..............................courtesy Jason Wenig of The Creative Workshop, Florida/The Concours d'Elegance of America Edited July 11, 2020 by jeff_a (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 Kinda hard to pick just one. For the sake of getting a bargain, probably a duesenberg, I love pierce arrows, maybe one of them. Just to get a car I would love to have as a brand new car and drive around, most likely a Ford Model A. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHuDWah Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 On 12/27/2019 at 9:51 PM, CHuDWah said: Today it would be: 1971 Cutlass Supreme SX (basically a sleeper 442 disguised as a luxury coupe) Bittersweet with saddle interior 455 auto Every available option Ask me tomorrow and my answer might be: 1968 Charger R/T Colors to be determined - maybe "Bullitt" triple-black Hemi auto Every available option And one I missed before, although it couldn't be ordered new by the public: 1966 Mustang GT350-H I'd also go for the 2006 and 2016 versions Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 Too easy............ SJN Duesenberg chassis, short wheelbase, from 1936. Body- one off design by Rollston, true roadster, with a crazy laid back windshield. Chrome wire wheels with wheel disks, and a bunch of other one off details. Conservative but smart styling. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 1 hour ago, CHuDWah said: And one I missed before, although it couldn't be ordered new by the public: 1966 Mustang GT350-H I'd also go for the 2006 and 2016 versions Good choice - That was the Hertz Rental Car version- I recall renting one, and had to submit to a tutorial and a test even though I already had my SCCA Driver ticket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHuDWah Posted July 11, 2020 Share Posted July 11, 2020 29 minutes ago, Marty Roth said: Good choice - That was the Hertz Rental Car version- I recall renting one, and had to submit to a tutorial and a test even though I already had my SCCA Driver ticket Yup, hence the "H". Dunno if it's true but there are stories of guys renting them, pulling the Shelby-modified engine, and sticking in an ordinary 289 before returning the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nickelroadster Posted July 12, 2020 Share Posted July 12, 2020 I will add a third T-head mercer in yellow. Might even take two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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