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But that's like 8k in wraps over 8 years...by that time you're throwing 4k into a car that's worth like 30.
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10-03-2022, 09:52 AM
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Originally Posted by Badhobz  These days the wraps are so good and affordable that it makes no sense to buy a car based on color. Most of these wrap shops can do a whole car for less than 4k. Those wraps will last 4years + so it’s not too bad and will protect the car as well. | I've yet to see a wrap that has shine and depth like paint. They might be good, but paint that's been polished/sealed just looks better imo.
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10-03-2022, 09:57 AM
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of course it wont be as shinny and glossy as real paint, but its getting closer and closer. I would see it more as protection / color change / flexibility than just wasting 4k.
Its sort of like putting on a screen protector or a case for your phone.
They have something called colored PPF as well nowadays. Vancity Vinyl has it (no relation to these guys, i just got my brake calipers painted by them and they showed me this pretty neat material) https://www.reddit.com/r/TeslaLounge...ored_ppf_wrap/ Quote:
Originally Posted by trollface But that's like 8k in wraps over 8 years...by that time you're throwing 4k into a car that's worth like 30. | Yeah but how much is fixing rock chips and other paint imperfection going to cost you? if you dont care about that sort of thing then nothing, but if have to respray 1 or 2 panels due to road rash, scratches, chips, etc you would have already saved the money. Just as a reference, i got quoted by a local bodyshop for my Infrared Paint on the hood. They said they would also have to do the bumper and front fender, so the total cost of that job would have been north of 5k. Because its that candy red color with like 3-4 base layers and 1-2 clearcoat layers.
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10-03-2022, 10:06 AM
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That's true.
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10-03-2022, 10:08 AM
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10k.
Cheapest SC430 ive seen in a while  
Please read entire add.
I am forced to sell my baby. I have owned it since 2008. I have done all maintenance, and upkeep meticulously. The engine and transmission were sourced in 2018 with 100k. They now have approximately 130k. Car has 390k. Everything that needed to be replaced, has been replaced. I. E. All suspension Components, brakes etc.
Always OEM parts. 90% on tires.
Car is not perfect, but will never leave you stranded and will be an incredible experience to drive for many years to come. Again, I never saw myself selling my baby…��
I am taking offers of all who come to see this vehicle only!!
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10-03-2022, 10:13 AM
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Yeah but how much is fixing rock chips and other paint imperfection going to cost you? if you dont care about that sort of thing then nothing, but if have to respray 1 or 2 panels due to road rash, scratches, chips, etc you would have already saved the money. Just as a reference, i got quoted by a local bodyshop for my Infrared Paint on the hood. They said they would also have to do the bumper and front fender, so the total cost of that job would have been north of 5k. Because its that candy red color with like 3-4 base layers and 1-2 clearcoat layers.
| e36 is 24 years old now, and besides someone hitting the car, nothing has needed to be painted from rash or rock chips. Looks better as a well kept car with proper patina than fresh paint or a wrap in my opinion.
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10-03-2022, 10:37 AM
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i dont know how that BMW doesnt have road rash. My in law's sc430 has a ton of road rash and they barely drive it. Only has 120,000km on it and its a 02. Not concourse car for sure, but from a few feet away, it looks okay. When you get up close to it, it looks like shit.
I depends on how anal you want to keep the car. After the honeymoon period dies out, it might not be worth the wrap $$$ anymore, but at least when its new and shinny, i dont think its too much cost to keep it that way.
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10-03-2022, 10:46 AM
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It’s got some for sure, but you’ve got to be very close and it’s gotta be quite sunny. 205k on it too.
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10-03-2022, 10:58 AM
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i think the dark paint helps. on a white car it shows up like acne on greasy teenager.
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10-03-2022, 11:29 AM
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I like the idea of wrap and like Badhobz said, quality is getting better and better. Imagine what it will be like 4 yrs from now when you have to redo. I also like the idea of a refresh in different color, makes you fall in love with your car again.
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10-03-2022, 11:33 AM
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I think both have their merits. I certainly would spend a premium to get the paint I wanted. That said I’d totally wrap the e30 if I have some money to burn in a couple years and the rest of the car is tip top.
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10-03-2022, 12:40 PM
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YES!!! if you wrap that e30 OH MA GAWD... especially in a very modern and pop color.....
it'll be like old meets new in the best possible way ever. Quote:
Originally Posted by westopher I think both have their merits. I certainly would spend a premium to get the paint I wanted. That said I’d totally wrap the e30 if I have some money to burn in a couple years and the rest of the car is tip top. | but 4k for that light blue color on the golf R trollface wanted. I dont know if id spring 4k for a color unless its something really really special. Then id still want to spend another 4-5k to ppf that paint because i already spent 4k on getting it. now im almost 10k down in hole on a fucking golf r for just paint related crap.
on a 911 or higher sure, whats 10k on a 100k car. but 10k on a 40k car seems insane.
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10-03-2022, 01:52 PM
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But it’s only an extra $50 a month on your 96 month financing if you’re doing it like most buyers.
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10-03-2022, 02:04 PM
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ugh.. long duration auto loans has all the markings of the subprime mortgage crisis that killed the economy back in 08. especially nowadays when all these car prices are insanely inflated.
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10-03-2022, 03:17 PM
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Originally Posted by westopher e36 is 24 years old now, and besides someone hitting the car, nothing has needed to be painted from rash or rock chips. Looks better as a well kept car with proper patina than fresh paint or a wrap in my opinion. | I wished mine looked this good. Im over 300k kms on my e36 m3 and two recent solo duffy loops destroyed the front end. Bad luck with trucks coming in the opposite direction without the tarps over their beds. I'll need a front respray soon if i decide to keep it
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10-03-2022, 11:29 PM
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Holy, speaking of E36, I got reacquainted with my old E36 M3 sedan in Victoria the other day. It's got all the same road rash on it (and then some) and the suspension I had on there is gone. It's got over 300K KM on it but still seems to run well when I met the current owner.
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10-04-2022, 11:38 AM
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50k for a DB9 seems like a great deal  
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Beautiful Tungsten grey rare and desirable colour. 43xxxkms
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10-04-2022, 11:44 AM
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somebody plz go buy this!!!!  
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider offered for sale.
A photo gallery is available at the following url: https://app.photobucket.com/u/Michae...9-797b797b351d
I am asking $23,000 (Canadian).
I have owned this car for 13 years and invested over $45,000 CAD in its maintenance and restoration
I purchased the vehicle from a car collector in San Diego and drove it to Vancouver where it has since remained, always garage kept.
The car has been refitted with Euro bumpers set close in to the body like the North American 1971 cars and as with the European models for most of the 1970s. The original bumpers were stainless and essentially the same but with rubber bumperettes and set out more from the body. The vehicle has aftermarket alloy wheels designed to the resemble the original steel wheels which are also included in the sale. The car has a replacement fabric roof in excellent condition.
This car has the original SPICA fuel injection that I believe the previous owner had rebuilt by Wes Ingram in Washington State. I fitted the car with a rebuilt thermostatic actuator last summer and the car runs extremely well and it's 2.0 litre engine provides ample power for a vintage car of it's era.
The car was maintained by and partially restored by Franco Marascio (sadly now retired) of FM Auto Repair in Burnaby, BC. Vancouver Alfa owners know Franco is a perfectionist and Alfa specialist and only carried out work to the highest possible standard.
Work included:
Total rebuild of engine (including brand new head) and transmission;
refurbished/rebuilt suspension;
Replacement of metal floors;
upgrade to electronic ignition;
New leather upholstery on seats and door panels;
Majority of rubber floor mats replaced with new;
Replacement brighter headlights;
New exhaust;
New fuel pump;
Replacement radiator;
New windshield;
Rebuild/replacement of many principal mechanical parts – even wheel hubs were overhauled.
Subsequent to Franco's retirement a few years ago I also had the clutch replaced and swapped the differential with a replacement unit.
The previous owner painted the car with a high end finish and the paint still looks good, but there are some little dents and scratches as well as obvious corrosion in bottoms of the fenders and in the rocker panels. At some point the car will need body work and a repaint but still looks great and can be enjoyed as is for some time. But mechanically, you would be hard pressed to find a better example.
Bear in mind that the wiring is largely original and 50 years old now. Some electrical functions don't work due to bad connections. These include the dashboard turn signal indicator, and second speeds for the heating fan and windshield wipers. Various interior warning lights don't work (and may not be wired) nor do the interior lights come on (I did have those working not long ago, so I believe this is simply due to poor connections). The turn signal wand was replaced but I believe not properly installed so that it won't automatically turn off when the steering wheel returns to centre. The signals do work; you just have to manually turn them off.
I have described the vehicle as best I can but I must emphasize, the car is sold as is with no warranties or formal representations of any kind.
The photos are mostly one year old. The interior and engine photos are from this summer.
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10-04-2022, 11:51 AM
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im on a old car kick today, but i think this might go up in value later on. probably like the CSL3.0 and be roughly 100k in a few years if they keep appreciating.   
1987 bmw m6
135,000 Kilometres
Cinnabar Red
Stock#0566
This classic BMW M6 comes to us from a local enthusiast with just over 134,000 Kilometres. Sporting a Cinnabar red over a black leather interior, this iconic BMW will turn heads anywhere it goes. Coming with a slew of standard features for its time, this car has modern creature comforts such as heated and powered Recaro seats, power windows and mirrors and Air Conditioning.
Powering this coupe is a DOHC 24-valve inline-6 producing 256 Horsepower and 243 LB-FT of torque which is transferred to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission.
This car is an excellent driver condition vehicle with a previous repaint which shows very well. It has been extremely well documented and has won multiple shows during its life. The M6 comes with Racing dynamic rims and strut mount bar as well as the original BBS style metric rims.
This collectible BMW is ready for its next owner to cherish and enjoy.
We work by appointments so please call, text or email and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have and schedule a viewing. You can also visit our website at Winding Road Motorcars Inc. ? Your dream car is just around the bend. to see our other inventory.
We accept UnionPay, Alipay, Crypto and Bitcoin.
Trades are always welcome.
Price does not include Documentation Fee of $350 and taxes.
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10-04-2022, 01:50 PM
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And This one is for Badhobz 
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The Alfa has gone through some serious updates/upgrades and I can vouch for Wes Ingram and Franco having worked on it.
Both are legends and perfectionists at their craft and the Alfa community. But at $23K, with all the "problems" this car comes with, is not worth it. The Series 2 Alfa Romeo Spiders with the SPICA fuel injection are the least popular, but on the other hand, the most beautiful with the European body conversion.
I won't lie - vintage Alfas are nothing but money pits, but I still love them.
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Originally Posted by GS8 And This one is for Badhobz | Jesus, can't give these away for $3k in the USA even in this inflated used car market............. $10.5 cdn is nuts
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10-04-2022, 03:31 PM
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Originally Posted by 68style Jesus, can't give these away for $3k in the USA even in this inflated used car market............. $10.5 cdn is nuts | But it was appraised for 14!
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