Do Classic Coin Collectors drive Classic Cars?

Lakesammman · February 18, 2018 6:28PM

Not exactly a classic but it still makes my heart skip a beat and is a blast to drive - 2005 CL65 AMG, V12, 604 hp. Hope it runs forever! Picture stolen off the internet.

Love Todd's 1st 2 cars!!

dcarr · February 18, 2018 6:57PM

@Lakesammman said:
Not exactly a classic but it still makes my heart skip a beat and is a blast to drive - 2005 CL65 AMG, V12, 604 hp. Hope it runs forever! Picture stolen off the internet.

Love Todd's 1st 2 cars!!

That car looks familiar

My most recent acquisition, which is really out of character with the other cars I have -
2006 Mercedes SL65 AMG, Twin-Turbo Maybach V12 (same engine as yours), convertible (fully retractable roof with panorama roof option), Pewter metallic body color, Nappa black leather interior option:

I had it tuned by Kleemann in Colorado Springs (one of the three main tuners for these cars in the USA). After tuning, the dyno registered 605 horsepower and 820 ft-lbs of torque at the rear wheels.

The car is like new, with only 29,500 miles. I'm very happy to let the first two owners take the ENORMOUS depreciation hit. I got the car for less than 20% of what it cost when new (and that doesn't even include taxes).

I generally like American "muscle" cars of the late 1960s and early 1970s. But I can go "modern" also.

metalmeister · February 18, 2018 7:31PM

Have this GT390XR7 Cougar past 27 years

Rosco · February 18, 2018 7:44PM

My super reliable daily driver for 35 years, 307 / 4 speed OEM.
The day we said goodbye, for $8500.00

Rollerman · February 18, 2018 8:37PM

Rollerman · February 18, 2018 8:43PM

Thanks FastFreddie for telling me of the updated way you can post photo's now. Unfortunately I hadn't made any comments about the preceding photo (my Red Duster and my son's Blue Duster). I haven't found a photo of my '40 Ford street rod truck.....Oops! Yes I did.

Pete

logger7 · February 18, 2018 9:03PM

Only an incidental connection. Like when I compared the challenges of academic and tpgs grading and people jumped all over me for there being no comparison.

SaultYooper · February 18, 2018 10:22PM

Owned for 49 1/2 years. Drive on NICE days. A fun car

dcarr · February 19, 2018 4:50AM

@jfkheat said:
I'm not a coin collector but do collect ball cards. I saw this thread and thought I would share my classic car if it is ok with you guys. 1968 Beaumont SD396 that now has a 543 hp 427.
James

Basically a Canadian Chevrolet Chevelle with a 396 V8 and a Pontiac front grille and a Pontiac interior.
That is a rare one.

dcarr · February 19, 2018 4:53AM

Here is my unusual (almost unheard of) muscle car:
It is like a 1971 Chevrolet El Camino SS-454, except that it isn't an "SS". Or an El Camino. Or a Chevrolet.

1971 GMC Sprint SP-454:

astrorat · February 19, 2018 5:34AM

In honor of collecting classical Italian coins ...

Bullsitter · February 19, 2018 5:35AM

3 years old , working on becoming a classic. This style made from 2015-2017.
Kooks Headers with Corsa Extreme Exhaust, Lund Tune and plenty of extras.

1946Hamm · February 19, 2018 6:19AM

Had this since 1980. Restored it myself. Kind of a rare one with a straight stick.

ricko · February 19, 2018 6:31AM

Jeep Wrangler Unlimited..... has served me well on road and off.... got me out of a few bad situations...Cheers, RickO

jfkheat · February 19, 2018 7:17AM

@dcarr said:

@jfkheat said:
I'm not a coin collector but do collect ball cards. I saw this thread and thought I would share my classic car if it is ok with you guys. 1968 Beaumont SD396 that now has a 543 hp 427.
James

Basically a Canadian Chevrolet Chevelle with a 396 V8 and a Pontiac front grille and a Pontiac interior.
That is a rare one.

There is a name I recognize. Hi Dan. I really like your Sprint SP. Another rare car. I also like your Chevelle production number poster.

You are mostly correct. The interior is basically the same as a Chevelle except the dash. the dash/instrument cluster is the same as a Pontiac LeMans or GTO would have. There were 702 built. Estimates are that 70 to 100 remain. My guess it that there are 10 to 12 in the US.

James

cruisersk1 · February 19, 2018 7:22AM

@ike126 said:

Ford Lightning?

TennesseeDave · February 19, 2018 8:29AM

Some beautiful classic cars in this thread, but I like modern cars. Mine has a 300 Hp. V-6 that will get 30 mpg. 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds. These are internet photos of a 2016 Nissan Maxima

JBN · February 19, 2018 8:35AM

I have an '83 as well. Two owner. Original owner kept a full log of activities for the car and all receipts. I have done the same for the 20 odd years I've had 'Donna Datsun'. [Donna because of the female voice that lets you know if you are low on gas, left your lights on, or had one of your doors turn into a jar.] Digital dashboard is so 80's kitschy. Also love getting the notes with offers to buy the car (seems I get a note at least one of every 5 times I park the car on the street).

The T-Top is so easy to remove while in the car - just toss it in the back. Wonderful car. It is also a hauler - it can hold numerous 8' 2x4/ 2x6s for transport. A baby pickup truck.

The new car is a 2003 350Z. Some significant advancements over the 20 years. Still love the '83; it fits me like an old shoe.

@WDP said:
@BustDMs posted, 370ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

Q: When does a collector become a numismatist?

A: The year they spend more on their library than their coin collection.

A numismatist is judged more on the content of their library than the content of their cabinet.

@BustDM, have you spent more money on your numismatic library, or the Z???

I got back into collecting coins in 1983. My wife had a 1983 280ZX....

Photo taken in the middle of a Minnesota Winter!

ike126 · February 19, 2018 3:11PM

@cruisersk1 said:

@ike126 said:

Ford Lightning?

Yes!!

SaultYooper · February 19, 2018 3:36PM

Owned 49 1/2 years. Drive on NICE days. A fun car.

Sandman70gt · February 19, 2018 6:12PM

I restomodded this 70 coupe with later model GT parts. Ties in my name here too. Owned over 20 years
Daily is old beater honda accord.

brianc1959 · February 19, 2018 6:13PM

I drive an old Toyota because it is cheap but still reliable. That way I can afford to buy coins!

toyz4geo · February 19, 2018 6:16PM

Yup. Restoring a 1957 Chevy Nomad to replicate one I had in college (my icon). Not sure which is the biggest money pit, the coin collection or the car. Can't wait to get it on the road.

thebeav · February 19, 2018 6:23PM

Boy, some beautiful cars in this thread !
My very first car, as a kid, was a '64 MG Midget. This one I have now is a '76......

DollarAfterDollar · February 19, 2018 6:47PM

Lost all my pictures when my old computer died but I have an original 1966 Corvette Coupe.

BillyKingsley · February 19, 2018 6:50PM

I love classic cars more than anything. My health doesn't allow me to drive, so I've made it my goal to photograph as many as I can...I took about 4000 photos at car shows in 2017 alone...I am pictured in the December 2017 Hemmings Motor News taking a photo at the Hemmings Concours in Lake George NY.
Even though I can't drive, I am hoping to have an El Camino at some point soon. My brother has already said he'd drive it for me, and he takes me to most of the shows already anyway. Would like to have an Edsel as well but I know realistically I'll never be able to afford it.
Our family daily driver had been a 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited since 2003. It has not moved under it's own power since 2015, and I wanted to fix it but was outvoted. Caused a lot of arguments. Even more hard feelings. It's for sale now, would be an easy fix for someone physically capable of doing the work...I'm not.

If anybody wants to see my automotive photography website I'd be glad to share the link.

acloco · February 19, 2018 7:25PM

@dcarr said:

@jfkheat said:
I'm not a coin collector but do collect ball cards. I saw this thread and thought I would share my classic car if it is ok with you guys. 1968 Beaumont SD396 that now has a 543 hp 427.
James

Basically a Canadian Chevrolet Chevelle with a 396 V8 and a Pontiac front grille and a Pontiac interior.
That is a rare one.

Actually, close, but a little bit more. A Beaumont SD396 is equal to the US version of the Chevelle Super Sport 396. "Super Duty" are very rare compared to the south of the border numbers produced.

Walkerfan · February 19, 2018 9:02PM

Ever since I was an 18 year old motor head I've love this car (it's not mine) . The 1971 SS 454 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Only 1919 were ever made and at this point the attrition rate is probably pretty high. I like the 1963 Corvette split window too.

OldIndianNutKase · February 19, 2018 9:10PM

Lot's of great cars on this thread, and most of the coin guys on this forum have great knowledge of cars. Coins and Cars seem to be connected at the hip........

A very enjoyable thread.

OINK

oldgoldlover · February 19, 2018 10:18PM

@BryceM said:
Chevy Truck. 2015 1500 Silverado. Looks good on the rare occasion that it’s clean. It’s no pavement princess as my other hobbies keep it plenty dirty.

Classic old cars? A ‘69 Camaro might find its way to the stable someday. We’ll see.

Nice beachcraft.

oldgoldlover · February 19, 2018 10:21PM

My first car was a 1957 T Bird that I drove for ten years, then restored it from the frame up. Sold it when the family started. I sure miss my bird rides with the hard top off. When at UT Austin the girls liked to ride around in it and I enjoyed driving them around.

jfkheat · February 19, 2018 11:43PM

@acloco said:

@dcarr said:

@jfkheat said:
I'm not a coin collector but do collect ball cards. I saw this thread and thought I would share my classic car if it is ok with you guys. 1968 Beaumont SD396 that now has a 543 hp 427.
James

Basically a Canadian Chevrolet Chevelle with a 396 V8 and a Pontiac front grille and a Pontiac interior.
That is a rare one.

Actually, close, but a little bit more. A Beaumont SD396 is equal to the US version of the Chevelle Super Sport 396. "Super Duty" are very rare compared to the south of the border numbers produced.

The SD is Sport Deluxe not Super Duty.
James

Jeffnlu · March 24, 2018 6:49PM

I've got both old and new. 1964 GTO tri-power, four speed that I restored, including body and paint. Next up is 09 Corvette that we bought new.

AUandAG · March 24, 2018 6:55PM

I don't do moderns but do have a modern chevy impala ...four door.....never be a classic.
bob

If I had to collect something from my collecting time frame it would have to be a horse. And, I had one of those once and that once was enough!

metalmeister · March 24, 2018 8:18PM

Another pick of my "Cat"

ACop · March 25, 2018 1:24AM

I had a 1970 Chevy Nova. Not really a classic muscle car but it was black with a white racing stripe and had the classic look. I drive a big fat H2 now but have been doing some light looking around for a 1970 or thereabouts Mustang or Camaro. I would pick up one of the first 2 years Dodge Vipers if I came across one for the right price and in blue with white stripe.

DollarAfterDollar · March 25, 2018 6:56AM

Finally had a day warm enough to pull the car out of the garage.

Regulated · March 25, 2018 7:00AM

my '69 Jeep Gladiator that's about to get some serious upgrades...

Insider2 · March 25, 2018 9:30AM

@blu62vette said:
I have an old one to go with the username:

And with it's garage mate. The Camaro is my first car. The Vette is my second. Still have both

Always wondered....Thanks for photos. Vette HP?

SoCalBigMark · March 25, 2018 9:34AM

Love this car, 2SS with a few mods done. Gets up and boogies! I'm a copper guy at heart.

koynekwest · March 25, 2018 9:43AM

My '68 Mercury Cougar. I unfortunately no longer have it.

Insider2 · March 25, 2018 10:49AM

@SoCalBigMark said:
Love this car, 2SS with a few mods done. Gets up and boogies! I'm a copper guy at heart.

That location is where my "rides" spend much of their time!

sparky64 · March 25, 2018 12:10PM

No.
They drive trucks.....1936 Chevy 1/2 ton.

ParlousJoe · March 25, 2018 1:02PM

That's a beautiful 36 Chevy 1/2 ton truck Sparky 64! Super clean and fun to drive I'm sure

ms70 · March 25, 2018 1:51PM

@BillyKingsley said:

If anybody wants to see my automotive photography website I'd be glad to share the link.

Definitely post the link!

BillyKingsley · April 9, 2018 4:05AM

@ms70 said:

@BillyKingsley said:

If anybody wants to see my automotive photography website I'd be glad to share the link.

Definitely post the link!

Sorry it took so long, pain in the rear to post a link on the tablet. Actually on the forum on my computer now for the first time in a while. This is my main website. I also created a Facebook page for my car show photography, but it's new and doesn't have much on it yet. Eventually I will get more posted.

DrBuster · April 9, 2018 4:45AM

Current daily has a hemi - Ram.

Daily drove this thing for 10 years, been a carport weekend nice weather princess for the past 9 years. Can get antique plates on it in 5 years...so almost a 'classic'...but a total icon.

DrBuster · April 9, 2018 4:47AM

@Regulated said:
my '69 Jeep Gladiator that's about to get some serious upgrades...

I wish the new jeep scrambler truck was the Kaiser concept like this, or the old Gladiator concept. Nice truck!

misterR · June 16, 2018 6:36PM

Yes, a beautiful and exciting car. 2018 CTS-V, "Rene" and I having a great summer! Modern coins=modern auto!

CCDollar · June 16, 2018 6:46PM

@SaultYooper said:

Owned 49 1/2 years. Drive on NICE days. A fun car.

Nice car...I have the same one in Starmist Blue...Take care...

CC

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