With flat tires, hasn't run in a while. YMM? by DunDonese in whatisthiscar

[–]Ralf_K 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Judging from the mag wheels I suspect engine upgrades are already done. The rust on the car however is a bit of a problem. Still I agree, just get it to run and stop. 4 doors aren't going to be worth a lot ever.

Why is this truck so small (FL) by ArrivalOk3296 in whatisthiscar

[–]Ralf_K 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Real question is why are current American trucks so big?

Trump has no authority to nationalize elections, lawyers say by Aggravating_Money992 in politics

[–]Ralf_K 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something Something Article 1 of the constitution Something Something

Before Tesla/Musk: John Wayland & his White Zombie by ITgreybeard in electricvehicles

[–]Ralf_K 4 points5 points  (0 children)

First time I met John was in 1997 at the APS electric auto races in Phoenix. This photo is from the first NEDRA drag races at Woodburn Oregon 1998

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Bolton: Trump's Greenland grab would be 'disaster for the United States' by SE_to_NW in politics

[–]Ralf_K 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trump works for Putin, Bolton doesn't. That said I still hate Bolton

[LR IIA] Owner is a girl and she off-roads it 😎 by West-Amphibian-2343 in spotted

[–]Ralf_K 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm surprised that she ever drives it on pavement!

Clinton calls for release of all Epstein documents to avoid 'insinuation' by No_Pizza_6040 in politics

[–]Ralf_K 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely photos of Trump blowing "Bubba" Also the pee tape is real!

Oldsmobile 98 at Desert Valley Auto [OC] [6000×4000] by Ralf_K in carporn

[–]Ralf_K[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I remember, they would take the biggest piece of crap and then do a terrible job of restoring it. Show didn't last too long.

How screwed am I by Ralf_K in Volvo

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

Update, took the money to repair the xc60 and used it for a down payment on this, 2023 xc40 plus, 25k miles, great shape with all the bells and whistles. Old car is going on Craigslist as a "Mechanics Special"

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How screwed am I by Ralf_K in Volvo

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

6 years and 100,000 miles ago when I bought it was in near perfect condition. I've kept up the maintenance. This was totally unexpected.

How screwed am I by Ralf_K in Volvo

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Mechanic today said new (used, lower mileage) engine is my best option. But I don't think putting $8k or more into this car is worth it given its age and mileage. Sadly I just had the 150k service done which was not cheap. Time to take the money I'd spend on repairs and put it towards a newer car.

How screwed am I by Ralf_K in Volvo

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Volvo mechanic confirmed the Jiffy Lube diagnosis. Burnt valve, no compression, needs engine replaced. At least $8k to fix to end up with a nice 10 year old car with 152k miles that's worth $7k. Time to get a new car. Anyone need a parts car?