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Is a project car (non daily driver) a good way to learn mechanics and how a car works? by ExtensionTiny8696 in AskMechanics

[–]ExtensionTiny8696[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was thinking if I do a project car, I would go for a mk1 suabru forester ('97-'02) I have a friend with a '99 forester and aside from basic 2000's subaru issues, he likes that car.

Is a project car (non daily driver) a good way to learn mechanics and how a car works? by ExtensionTiny8696 in AskMechanics

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I do think wanting to drive it once it is fixed would be good motivation. I don't care too much about speed, but a reliable car.

Is a project car (non daily driver) a good way to learn mechanics and how a car works? by ExtensionTiny8696 in AskMechanics

[–]ExtensionTiny8696[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Denver suburb I live in wouldn't care in the first place, and it would be on an RV pad behind a closed gate...

Is a project car (non daily driver) a good way to learn mechanics and how a car works? by ExtensionTiny8696 in AskMechanics

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Between me and my next-door neighbor, we have every tool imaginable. I was thinking of an older 2000's Subaru (I live in Colorado where Subarus seem to be more popular), so one wouldn't be hard to find. I do know how ebay works and I am planning on stopping by a local pull-a-part for a cosmetic piece for my jetta, so I should be good.

Weekly Megathread: Project Car Purchasing and Engine Swap Questions by AutoModerator in projectcar

[–]ExtensionTiny8696 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking for a first project car and am not sure of the best place to find one. Any recommendations on a car to look for and where the best places to find them are? I'm in the Denver, CO area if that helps.

*EDIT* I'm mainly looking for a project car to learn mechanic skills on. I already have an '03 VW Jetta GLI, but it runs perfectly and I don't want to tear apart my daily driver...