What makes this challenge a poor choice?

I would bid on that, if I needed another in the stable.

 

Look again engine out service has been done. That looks like a very nice solid driver ready for the first spring drives in 2 months. So you got 2 months to clean up the interior and go have fun! The 348 is very well sorted. There are no problems we can't figure out or have not solved. I will be extremely surprised if that car only goes for $25k.

 

Engine out service done this summer by some jackleg shadetree mechanic...oh wait, that would be me....so, you get five years of troublefree use before the next one is done. I have bid on this car, but unfortunately I don't have enough cash right now to pay full value. Too many already in the garage.
This is a very solid, straight car. Deegee drove it back to KC from SoCal in 115deg heat with no problem upon completion of the service. I rode halfway with him. No leaks, no burps, no farts.
The interior is very presentable, but not concours, so you don't have to give passengers instructions. Just jump in and drive it like ya stole it.
Challenge cars are very rare, so likely to increase in value moreso than others.
You can pm me about the car IF you are a serious buyer.

 

"What makes this challenge a poor choice?"

I don't understand why you would assume it to be or want it to be a poor choice. Asking the internet to criticize something they haven't seen in person just seems wrong.
Nothing personal here I just need a cup of coffee.

 

I think he was referring to the price that it is going for. Very low I would think, but with you vouching for the major, it will have a better chance of increasing in value. People do pay attention to comments made here about our cars, it does make a difference, IMO.

 

I expect the price will jump before the auction ends. It's tempting me, and I didn't even think I was in the market for such a car.

 

Wont go up much more than 30gs. Its a well used 348 period.

 

Guys....shhhh...keep it down....

I'm hoping this one goes under the radar and ends up in my garage

 

BTW, he doesn't mention, but it's a California car....you Yankees know what that means....

 

Good luck!! Maybe someday I can add another to the list, maybe a 430! It's on the bucket list anyway. Never hurts to dream.

 

Watch out!!

 

I tend to agree unfortunately.

It has 65,000 miles, and no interior pics , and the add mentions the interior is getting tired.

This car will need some TLC now, not just a belt change / service.

I hope he gets more though.

Isn't the owner on this site ?

GLWTS

 

Owner on site.
Guy who did very recent belt service on site.
60k mi on a 348 is nothing. 3k per year, good exercise.
Instead of watching it go downhill, you can make it even better. All you can do with a perfect car is wax it and count new imperfections.
Rare car, fully serviced, berlinetta, red/tan. Hard to criticize.

 

I would buy it in a second!...... but I ran an estimate for shipping and taxes to bring it to Puerto Rico, and the car would end up costing me about $50,000.00 (If I bought at the current $25,400.00 price)

Great car with service done. The only thing I would modify would be the wheels and enjoy a great car

 

I agree 100% !

 

#14 is my car and nothing makes "this challenge a poor choice". There has been a ton of interest including multiple offers over $30k to end it early. If there are any questions I recommend calling either myself or maybe sending a PM to Bruce (Plugzit) as he is also very familiar with this car and Challenge 348's in general. I'll be available all day tomorrow to answer your questions. Someone will be the proud new owner tomorrow night. Best of luck!

DeeGee
480-334-8251.

 

That's awesome! Good luck..

 

I think it's a very attractive example. I would certainly be interested if I were still in the market...at well over $30k, too!

 

Thank you. I just took her for a ride to the store. She is running great!!

 

Someone got a deal as it sold for $30k with a fresh major!

 

OUCH!! I am going to bed..

 

What a nice car. Congrats to whomever ended up with it. Very very cool.