Need Help Looking at Non F-Car in Redlands, CA | FerrariChat

Need Help Looking at Non F-Car in Redlands, CA

Discussion in 'California (Southern)' started by gil308, Jan 1, 2008.

This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, Skimlinks, and others.

  1. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    I hope someone can help...I am considering the purchase of a 1979 Jeep Cherokee Chief in what appears to be good shape. It's in Redlands, CA at a dealership called Play Toys http://ww2.collectorcartrader.com/details.php?adId=88491409 . Dealer is selling it on consignment, so he doesn't know much about the car. He did say the paint is faded (I don't care) and there are 7 pencil eraser size bubbles (rust I am sure) on the tailgate...if that's all that's wrong, that may be ok too.

    I almost got burned on a 1970 Wagoneer in Chicago...car was a mess, but seller said it was great. Luckily, I have a friend in Chicago who is a muscle car restorer. He looked at it for me and said "RUN AWAY".

    Unfortunately, I don't know anyone in Southern California. I found a 4X4 shop about 30 minutes away and the owner said he would inspect it for $$. It would be great if someone could go look at it and let me know if its worth paying for a full PPI...a lot of these cars are a mess, and I don't want to keep paying for PPIs on junk. Now, the PPI won't be $350...that I would spend for a Ferrari...but for $6000 Jeep, I don't think the price is worth it. The 4X4 shop owner charges $60/hour...probably end up running me about $150...well worth it if I know it at least passes initial inspection by a friendly FChatter :)

    The Jeep would be a nice addition to my 308, and the 308 won't be jealous as they both have such different uses :D

    Thanks in advance.
    Gil
     
  2. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    Jul 14, 2003
    60,788
    In front of you
    Full Name:
    BCHC
    Send Patrick Shim over there.
     
  3. Moving Chicane

    Moving Chicane Formula 3

    Dec 15, 2003
    1,262
    SoCal.
    Full Name:
    Dan
    PM me an e-mail address where you can be reached at.
     
  4. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    Grand Wagoneers are easy to find...Cherokee Chiefs in good shape, not so easy. Believe me, if I can save the $900 transport cost, I will. And, I may end up with a Grand Wagoneer after all, but I would prefer a Cherokee Chief.

    After almost getting burned (buyer beware) in Chicago, I have decided to only look for this typed of vehicle in the no rust States (AZ, NM, TX, CA). If one pops up locally, I'll be all over it.
     
  5. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    Who?
     
  6. BLUROAD

    BLUROAD F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2006
    6,081
    Tustin Ranch, Cali
    Full Name:
    Enrico Pollini
    Wait for it.....
     
  7. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    PM sent. Thank you.
     
  8. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    :( It's too late over here to be messing with me...it's 12:30 AM for crying out loud. I'm going to bed!!
     
  9. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    Jul 14, 2003
    60,788
    In front of you
    Full Name:
    BCHC
    #10 darth550, Jan 1, 2008
    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 7, 2017
  10. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    We bought our daughter that Jeep for Christmas ... in pink...it's very nice. :)
     
  11. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    Moving Chicane, you have a PM...you're the best. Thanks for your help.
     
  12. BLUROAD

    BLUROAD F1 Veteran

    Feb 3, 2006
    6,081
    Tustin Ranch, Cali
    Full Name:
    Enrico Pollini
  13. Moving Chicane

    Moving Chicane Formula 3

    Dec 15, 2003
    1,262
    SoCal.
    Full Name:
    Dan
    Check your e-mail!
     
  14. gil308

    gil308 Formula 3

    Jun 22, 2004
    1,975
    Charleston, SC
    Full Name:
    Gil
    Got it...you are AWESOME. Just saved me a bunch of money.

    Because of your help, and that of others like you, I have just subscribed to FCHAT. I used to have a subscription, and after a while, I stopped visiting as often. Then I figured what am I spending money on?

    Well, the assistance I have received lately has made me realize the true value of FCHAT. We are a tight knit community that really helps out when needed. I am now going to post in the TX section asking for similar help. So, I just paid and now I am a Silver Subscribed member...with Christmas in the rear view, and a Jeep in the headlights, I couldn't spring for Rossa just yet..but next year for sure.
     
  15. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    Jul 14, 2003
    60,788
    In front of you
    Full Name:
    BCHC
    Dan. Can I buy my GEICO from you too? :)
     
  16. Moving Chicane

    Moving Chicane Formula 3

    Dec 15, 2003
    1,262
    SoCal.
    Full Name:
    Dan
    Gil - Glad we helped you out. Welcome (back) to the community (for better or worse!!! :D )

    Dave - Insurance? Nah..... But I still got a Mojito with your name on it.
     
  17. darth550

    darth550 Six Time F1 World Champ
    Lifetime Rossa

    Jul 14, 2003
    60,788
    In front of you
    Full Name:
    BCHC
    :)
     

Share This Page