I want an old car..maybe a Mercedes or a Ford. I want something from the years 1970-1979. Would it be wise for me to purchase a car that is older versus a newer model? I am not sure what to expect. I was thinking older cars would be easier to fix..I dont know much about cars. Can anyone help, please? Thanks:)
2007-07-23 11:40:26 · 12 answers · asked by Am 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Car Makes ➔ Other - Car Makes
Mercedes = very very very expensive. AVOID!
Also avoid Citroens and Renaults; with the exception of Peugeots, French cars are usually very poor.
I don't know what Country you live in but if you are in the UK, go for something like a 1000cc Ford Fiesta or Vauxhall Astra hatchback. They're cheap to insure and economical to run.
1970's cars are for enthusiasts who are prepared to spend time and money putting a classic car into good shape. You shouldn't be looking at anything older than 10 years old - modern cars are resistant to rust and better on fuel.
2007-07-23 11:56:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The Ford would be the better of the two.
Mostly because of the cost of parts for the Benz.
Also where would you find them? GOOD LUCK THERE.
I would go with a old Ford/Chevy/Dodge
And yes the older cars are much easier to fix, and less money also.
They were made from real materials not plastic and zip ties.
2007-07-23 11:52:19 · answer #2 · answered by cgriffin1972 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The early 70's may still have the point ignition and a carburetor instead of fuel injection. So there would be more maintenance with them. Plus the engines were made to run on leaded fuel. In 1973, the engines were made to run on unleaded fuel. After that point in time things were getting a little more driver friendly. Computers were controlling the fuel and pointless ignition to help with tune ups.
Other than that, there are a lot of less things to go wrong with the older models since they didn't have near as many options built into them.
The prices are about the lowest they will be, as long as you keep them up with the maintenance.
Buy what you like, and can afford. MB's will be high on maintenance costs. Plus parts are hard to come by without going to the dealers.
good luck.
2007-07-23 11:52:36 · answer #3 · answered by Fordman 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
As cars get older the parts like the engine, transmission and etc wear out and if kept. These are rebuild or bought new. Also if you do decide to buy one that old. You might want to look for one that is completely restored. That way you know it is in tip top shape. You are right older cars are easier to fix. New cars are not easy to fix and would be more expensive to fix.
2007-07-23 11:50:09 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on the make. I mean I know mercedes owners who have some expensive repairs and yet I had a great ford crown victoria . I guess there are fewer computer problems in the older cars. I now have a 11 year old lexus which has never had one problem. good luck
2007-07-23 11:49:39 · answer #5 · answered by barthebear 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
When you have a 1970 car and somthing goes wrong i have tools and knowlege to fix it but a 2000 car most repairs I cannot do without tools that make repairshop owners cry about ther expense But find a good used car that age A small pickup may be a good answer because they are durable and easy to repair
2007-07-23 11:51:42 · answer #6 · answered by Charles s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will definately have more problems than newer cars. Buying a car from the late 80s or early 90's might be more reliable than newer cars.
2007-07-23 16:15:12 · answer #7 · answered by C7S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My thoughts are that if you can do the maintenance, and the occasional repair, the older cars are generally better because the parts are cheaper.
Generally, the older carb'ed engines get poorer fuel mileage as compared to the fuel injection engines and higher oxygenated fuels.
So it is a trade off and should be based on your financial means and physical abilities.
2007-07-23 11:57:54 · answer #8 · answered by wi_saint 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
why purely 3-4? older is extra fee-effective. and it particularly isn't any longer gonna enhance in fee. hondas and toyotas tend to be the dearer automobiles. yet they final a protracted time. older fashions would be a extra advantageous purchase. going into debt for a vehicle merely rubs me the incorrect way. as for the salesperson, in case you comprehend the fee of the vehicle, make an grant of $a hundred over that. while he says, "how approximately $..., what are you able to do?", then you somewhat are making the decrease grant, and tell him it particularly is the main suitable you're able to do. while he complains, you are able to desire to be arranged to assert that bargaining became his thought, and that's your grant, and stroll away. btw, my mechanic has an previous, yet in all probability nevertheless driveable vehicle for $2000. much extra advantageous deal. you may purchase 6 of 'em, and nevertheless be forward.
2016-10-09 07:35:08 · answer #9 · answered by nicholls 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Old Cars < New Cars
Do the math
2007-07-23 11:42:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋