What car did you own, and would give anything to have back - Page 2

rawhide · 12-11-2012, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Rick Unterseh

Met this girl in high school she had a 1976 Pontiac Lemans Sport. We went out for 6 years, and were gonna get married. I started fixing the car, started with a 350 2 barrel, A/C, blue on blue. When she left to go back to PA cause she got cold feet, 455, TH350, converter, supercomp headers, good exhaust, 4.10 gears, she raced it more than I did. Still talk to the girl, but the car is long gone.... that car turned me onto Pontiacs and been with them ever since. Would LOVE to find another, big car, lots of room, had soooooo much fun in that car. hmmmmmmm maybe something is on craigslist

Rick,
You should be able to find both on Craigslist, the car and the girl
Roland

NewHemi · 12-11-2012, 04:41 PM

Ooooooh.... reminds me of the 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ with 455 and posi rear end. The dealer had bought it for his wife. But she wanted something bigger (hope she meant car....) Anyway it was silver with a red interior, red pinstripes, electric sun roof, the half vinyl top, and power everything. And I got a great buy on it, because it coudn't be sold as new.....

The car was a monster until I fell asleep one night driving home and I ended up bending the frame.... Never again quite the same. And I had to trade it on a 1980 Grand Prix that was a total bunch of junk.

My wife had a 1974 Grand Prix 455 that wouldn't go up a hill without help, until Arlen Vanke fixed it.

But the 76 was the perfect blend of beauty, power, and luxury. Arguably one of the last muscle cars. I always have regretted putting it into a ditch... Alcohol, I must unfortunately admit was involved....

David
The New Hemi Guy

John Leichtamer Jr · 12-11-2012, 05:32 PM

1957 Chevy 210 2dr. Wagon 4-speed 327 Dana 60 4-link,
car would hook in a car wash.
1960 Chevy Biscayne 348/335 4-speed Black.
1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 4-speed Bright Red
but looked Orange.

Hammer

KJ JONES Racing · 12-31-2012, 06:36 PM

I had a '68 Pontiac GTO, 400/4-speed car. Hide-away lights, 4-piston-caliper disc brakes, super clean inside and out. It was my first "Muscle Car" at 17 years old, and I paid $700 for it (running/ready to register and drive/etc). The Goat was basically the car that I "learned about cars" on, as I was always making DIY repairs (when needed) or bolt-on upgrades and such, right in my parents' driveway.

The GTO was parked when I went away to college in 1981. It sat in my grandfather's garage for my entire 4 years at school. Every winter, a guy who shoveled my grandpop's driveway would pester him about asking me if I would sell the car. Finally, after I graduated, got a job and bought a brand-new car, I gave in and sold the guy--"Crazy Mike (I should've taken that as the sign it really was)"--my GTO. Now, mind you, this was a really clean ride, inside and out. Fast, no issues, etc.

A few months after I sold the car, I saw it at a local car show. After taking ownership, Crazy Mike WELDED the front end together and made a "tilt" nose, added a hideously poor flame job to the Ebonite Black paint, and carved the rear wheel wells to allow for bigger tires. Sick to my stomach is an understatement.

If I had any clue the car would've ended up in that state, I never would have sold it to Crazy Mike. Also, if I had ANY clue that an auction series called Barrett Jackson's would be a part of our lifetime, I would've kept that car tucked in grandpop's garage, and cashed in on a nice little chunk of change!

That's the one I wish I had back!

Dave Turner · 12-24-2012, 10:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Dave Turner

This was my first race car....and I haven't had many. In a moment of domestic panic it was sacrificed - would still be the ride today if I hadn't taken leave of my senses.

It was a legit Shelby; I can still rattle off the vin# and unit #. Sigh.....

Found a better picture.

Evan Smith · 12-24-2012, 11:10 PM

My first car, a '71 GTO, 400, 4-speed. Manual steering, drum brakes, what a thrill to drive.

randy wilson · 12-12-2012, 10:10 AM

300 HP 65 chevelle, 4 speed, convertible. Gave $200 dollars for it in 71. What an idiot!

Run to Rund · 12-12-2012, 12:09 PM

The first car I drove that was fun was a friend's 65 Valiant with a transplanted Barracuda 273 Formula S engine, 4 speed. The car I always wanted since they came out was the 66 442 W30. Danny Lattimore will remember my searching for one in 1973.

dennis dunlap · 12-12-2012, 12:55 PM

I had a 69 Ram-Air 4 GTO automatic which got the Royal-Bobcat paint scheme and spoiler as soon as it got unloaded of the transporter...the car was just bad-fast ,,,It was hard on valve springs but it was lots of fun,, My brother actually ordered it new I got it a year later in high school. Yes I regret selling that car !!!!

Gordie Kissner · 12-12-2012, 01:03 PM

I have 3 but in no particular order.

1970 340 4spd Dart Swinger..Dark green w black bench seat guts. I've owned multiple 6bbl and Hemi cars but that 340 was an absolute kick and darn hard to beat stop light to stop light!

1966 Mustang 2+2..271/289 4spd. Paid $300 for it turn key out of a neighbors back yard in 78..Man would that 289 sing but darn 340's kept beating me so I traded it for one..lol!

1967 Mustang FB 390 C-6..390 was swapped out for a tuned 427 MR..won some pretty good money street racing back in the late 70's.

12-11-2012, 04:41 PM	#2
NewHemi Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ohio Posts: 472 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba Ooooooh.... reminds me of the 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ with 455 and posi rear end. The dealer had bought it for his wife. But she wanted something bigger (hope she meant car....) Anyway it was silver with a red interior, red pinstripes, electric sun roof, the half vinyl top, and power everything. And I got a great buy on it, because it coudn't be sold as new..... The car was a monster until I fell asleep one night driving home and I ended up bending the frame.... Never again quite the same. And I had to trade it on a 1980 Grand Prix that was a total bunch of junk. My wife had a 1974 Grand Prix 455 that wouldn't go up a hill without help, until Arlen Vanke fixed it. But the 76 was the perfect blend of beauty, power, and luxury. Arguably one of the last muscle cars. I always have regretted putting it into a ditch... Alcohol, I must unfortunately admit was involved.... David The New Hemi Guy Last edited by NewHemi; 12-11-2012 at 04:46 PM.

12-11-2012, 05:32 PM	#3
John Leichtamer Jr Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Orange City Fl Posts: 764 Likes: 0 Liked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba 1957 Chevy 210 2dr. Wagon 4-speed 327 Dana 60 4-link, car would hook in a car wash. 1960 Chevy Biscayne 348/335 4-speed Black. 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger 340 4-speed Bright Red but looked Orange. Hammer

12-31-2012, 06:36 PM	#4
KJ JONES Racing Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Reseda, CA Posts: 28 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba I had a '68 Pontiac GTO, 400/4-speed car. Hide-away lights, 4-piston-caliper disc brakes, super clean inside and out. It was my first "Muscle Car" at 17 years old, and I paid $700 for it (running/ready to register and drive/etc). The Goat was basically the car that I "learned about cars" on, as I was always making DIY repairs (when needed) or bolt-on upgrades and such, right in my parents' driveway. The GTO was parked when I went away to college in 1981. It sat in my grandfather's garage for my entire 4 years at school. Every winter, a guy who shoveled my grandpop's driveway would pester him about asking me if I would sell the car. Finally, after I graduated, got a job and bought a brand-new car, I gave in and sold the guy--"Crazy Mike (I should've taken that as the sign it really was)"--my GTO. Now, mind you, this was a really clean ride, inside and out. Fast, no issues, etc. A few months after I sold the car, I saw it at a local car show. After taking ownership, Crazy Mike WELDED the front end together and made a "tilt" nose, added a hideously poor flame job to the Ebonite Black paint, and carved the rear wheel wells to allow for bigger tires. Sick to my stomach is an understatement. If I had any clue the car would've ended up in that state, I never would have sold it to Crazy Mike. Also, if I had ANY clue that an auction series called Barrett Jackson's would be a part of our lifetime, I would've kept that car tucked in grandpop's garage, and cashed in on a nice little chunk of change! That's the one I wish I had back!

12-24-2012, 11:10 PM	#6
Evan Smith Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Tampa Posts: 400 Likes: 7 Liked 115 Times in 5 Posts	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba My first car, a '71 GTO, 400, 4-speed. Manual steering, drum brakes, what a thrill to drive. __________________ Evan Smith 1798 STK

12-12-2012, 10:10 AM	#7
randy wilson Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: N/A Posts: 882 Likes: 0 Liked 22 Times in 22 Posts	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba 300 HP 65 chevelle, 4 speed, convertible. Gave $200 dollars for it in 71. What an idiot! __________________ don,t have one

12-12-2012, 12:09 PM	#8
Run to Rund Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 583 Likes: 8 Liked 54 Times in 27 Posts	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba The first car I drove that was fun was a friend's 65 Valiant with a transplanted Barracuda 273 Formula S engine, 4 speed. The car I always wanted since they came out was the 66 442 W30. Danny Lattimore will remember my searching for one in 1973.

12-12-2012, 12:55 PM	#9
dennis dunlap Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Posts: 221 Likes: 0 Liked 1 Time in 1 Post	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba I had a 69 Ram-Air 4 GTO automatic which got the Royal-Bobcat paint scheme and spoiler as soon as it got unloaded of the transporter...the car was just bad-fast ,,,It was hard on valve springs but it was lots of fun,, My brother actually ordered it new I got it a year later in high school. Yes I regret selling that car !!!!

12-12-2012, 01:03 PM	#10
Gordie Kissner Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Emmett, Idaho Posts: 221 Likes: 1,318 Liked 18 Times in 10 Posts	Re: What car did you own, and would give anything to have ba I have 3 but in no particular order. 1970 340 4spd Dart Swinger..Dark green w black bench seat guts. I've owned multiple 6bbl and Hemi cars but that 340 was an absolute kick and darn hard to beat stop light to stop light! 1966 Mustang 2+2..271/289 4spd. Paid $300 for it turn key out of a neighbors back yard in 78..Man would that 289 sing but darn 340's kept beating me so I traded it for one..lol! 1967 Mustang FB 390 C-6..390 was swapped out for a tuned 427 MR..won some pretty good money street racing back in the late 70's. __________________ Gordie Kissner SS 6010 STK 6010