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https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may be
some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price that
I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out with the
hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.
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On 2/8/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price that
I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out with the
hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

Are you going to replace it or since you said your wife no longer drives
will you just keep the Mazda 3?
If so that sounds a bit boring.
Not surprised with the price going up, the older MX5's are selling for
more than newer models, something about them being a more "pure" driving experience, every time I drive the Boxster I'm reminded why I love it,
its actually a brilliant thing to drive, not just transport.
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On 2/08/2025 5:57 pm, Daryl wrote:

On 2/8/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out with
the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old
age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

Are you going to replace it or since you said your wife no longer drives will you just keep the Mazda 3?
If so that sounds a bit boring.
Not surprised with the price going up, the older MX5's are selling for
more than newer models, something about them being a more "pure" driving experience, every time I drive the Boxster I'm reminded why I love it,
its actually a brilliant thing to drive, not just transport.

See my huge epistle in the Kia Tasman thread.
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On 2/8/2025 8:05 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 2/08/2025 5:57 pm, Daryl wrote:

On 2/8/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out
with the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do,
old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

Are you going to replace it or since you said your wife no longer
drives will you just keep the Mazda 3?
If so that sounds a bit boring.
Not surprised with the price going up, the older MX5's are selling for
more than newer models, something about them being a more "pure"
driving experience, every time I drive the Boxster I'm reminded why I
love it, its actually a brilliant thing to drive, not just transport.

See my huge epistle in the Kia Tasman thread.

Okay.
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On 2/08/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price that
I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out with the
hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)
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On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price that
I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still better
than a loss.

Also getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.
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Keithr0 wrote: "He made the assertion either he proves it or he is a
proven liar."

On Sept 23 2021 3:16:29pm Keithr0 wrote:
"He asserts that the claim is true, so, if it is unproven, he is lying."
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On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still better
than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50% which is
4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and I got to
enjoy a great little car too.

-aAlso getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age is
a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.

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On 3/08/2025 10:14 am, Noddy wrote:

On 2/08/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out with
the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old
age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)

What the hell would I do with a Ranger other than putting the dog in the
back and pretend that I'm a tradie? :)
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On 3/08/2025 8:51 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 10:14 am, Noddy wrote:

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out
with the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do,
old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)

What the hell would I do with a Ranger other than putting the dog in the back and pretend that I'm a tradie? :)

Relax. It was a joke :)
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Noddy.
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On 3/08/2025 9:00 pm, Noddy wrote:

On 3/08/2025 8:51 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 10:14 am, Noddy wrote:

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out
with the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do,
old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)

What the hell would I do with a Ranger other than putting the dog in
the back and pretend that I'm a tradie? :)

Relax. It was a joke :)

I did realise that.
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On 3/8/2025 8:51 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 10:14 am, Noddy wrote:

On 2/08/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out
with the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do,
old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)

What the hell would I do with a Ranger other than putting the dog in the back and pretend that I'm a tradie? :)

You could carry lots of old aircraft parts:-)
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On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but it's
going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a Lexus
dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, from the
smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that there may
be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still better
than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50% which is
4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and I got to
enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance and
for servicing and any repairs it needed.

Sure you got some joy out of it, but it didn't come for free.

-a-aAlso getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age
is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.

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Keithr0 wrote: "He made the assertion either he proves it or he is a
proven liar."

On Sept 23 2021 3:16:29pm Keithr0 wrote:
"He asserts that the claim is true, so, if it is unproven, he is lying."
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On 4/8/2025 6:37 pm, Clocky wrote:

On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a
Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and,
from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that
there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still better
than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in
todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50%
which is 4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and
I got to enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance and
for servicing and any repairs it needed.

Cars are always a loss unless it *earns its keep*, like a taxi. For most people, their cars are more a convenience. Then there are those for whom
their car is their ego booster and they are such a sad lot!

Sure you got some joy out of it, but it didn't come for free.

The only thing that's free is the sunrise.

-a-aAlso getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age
is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.

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On 4/08/2025 9:36 am, Daryl wrote:

On 3/8/2025 8:51 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 10:14 am, Noddy wrote:

On 2/08/2025 4:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a
Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and,
from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that
there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like. Also getting in and out
with the hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do,
old age is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

It is indeed. Get yourself a Ranger, Keith. You'll be pleasantly
surprised :)

What the hell would I do with a Ranger other than putting the dog in
the back and pretend that I'm a tradie? :)

You could carry lots of old aircraft parts:-)

:)
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Noddy.
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On 4/08/2025 6:37 pm, Clocky wrote:

On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a
Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and,
from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think that
there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still better
than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in
todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50%
which is 4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and
I got to enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

Old misery guts strikes again.

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance and
for servicing and any repairs it needed.

The normal running costs are part of motoring and expected. There was a significant profit on the capital cost, a darn sight more that is
usually the case. I could have just put it in the garage under a cover,
but what would be the point of that? It was bought for and provided
enjoyment, the fact that it was sold for considerably more than it cost
is a bonus.

Don't be so bloody miserable, or is it part of your nature.

Sure you got some joy out of it, but it didn't come for free.

Wow how did you come to that conclusion Mr Obvious.

-a-aAlso getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age
is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.

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On 4/08/2025 8:19 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 4/08/2025 6:37 pm, Clocky wrote:

On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a
Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and,
from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think
that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still
better than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in
todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50%
which is 4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and
I got to enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

Old misery guts strikes again.

Just the facts.

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance
and for servicing and any repairs it needed.

The normal running costs are part of motoring and expected.

You compared it to putting your money on the bank but you don't count
the cost of ownership.

That's like gambling and only counting your wins. You're not smart with
your money are you champ, lol

There was a

significant profit on the capital cost, a darn sight more that is
usually the case. I could have just put it in the garage under a cover,
but what would be the point of that? It was bought for and provided enjoyment, the fact that it was sold for considerably more than it cost
is a bonus.

Don't be so bloody miserable, or is it part of your nature.

If the facts of the matter make you miserable is your problem, not mine.

Sure you got some joy out of it, but it didn't come for free.

Wow how did you come to that conclusion Mr Obvious.

You didn't factor in the cost of ownership in your little profit
equation and it had to be spelled out to you.
Not my fault you are economically illiterate.

-a-aAlso getting in and out with the

hard top on convinced me that it was the right thing to do, old age >>>>> is a bugger of a thing, but better than the alternative.

That's for sure.

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Keithr0 wrote: "He made the assertion either he proves it or he is a
proven liar."

On Sept 23 2021 3:16:29pm Keithr0 wrote:
"He asserts that the claim is true, so, if it is unproven, he is lying."
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On 4/8/2025 10:19 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 4/08/2025 6:37 pm, Clocky wrote:

On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a
Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and,
from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think
that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price
that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still
better than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in
todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50%
which is 4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest, and
I got to enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

Old misery guts strikes again.

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance
and for servicing and any repairs it needed.

The normal running costs are part of motoring and expected. There was a significant profit on the capital cost, a darn sight more that is
usually the case. I could have just put it in the garage under a cover,
but what would be the point of that? It was bought for and provided enjoyment, the fact that it was sold for considerably more than it cost
is a bonus.

When you compare it to the way most cars depreciate then you did very
well, very few if any ordinary cars appreciate, classics such as early
MX5's have been appreciating for some time.
Older air cooled Porsche's are generally a great "investment", a friend
paid about $65k for his 1979 911 SC around 7 yrs ago, recently he spent
$35k on a major engine rebuild (its first since 1979) but that was worth
it because the car is now worth around $150k and still going up.
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Daryl wrote:

On 4/8/2025 10:19 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 4/08/2025 6:37 pm, Clocky wrote:

On 3/08/2025 6:49 pm, keithr0 wrote:

On 3/08/2025 11:26 am, Clocky wrote:

On 2/08/2025 2:59 pm, keithr0 wrote:

https://imgur.com/a/pcNSaWo

It has left home after nearly 12 years residence. A bit sad, but
it's going to a good home, an apprentice mechanic who works for a >>>>>> Lexus dealer in Sydney. He, and his father took it for a run, and, >>>>>> from the smiles on both their faces when they returned, I think
that there may be some family arguments as to who gets to use it.

I've had 11+ years of fun with it, and sold it for twice the price >>>>>> that I paid for it so what's not to like.

So when you factor in inflation etc. you made what, $3k? Still
better than a loss.

Err no, bought for $8250, according to the RBA that is $11050 in
todays dollars. That's a profit of $5450 after inflation, I.E. 50%
which is 4.5% pa which is at least comparable with bank interest,
and I got to enjoy a great little car too.

So bugger all profit if not a loss!

Old misery guts strikes again.

You have to factor in the costs of ownership. It sat around doing
nothing a lot of the time and you were still paying rego, insurance
and for servicing and any repairs it needed.

The normal running costs are part of motoring and expected. There was
a significant profit on the capital cost, a darn sight more that is
usually the case. I could have just put it in the garage under a
cover, but what would be the point of that? It was bought for and
provided enjoyment, the fact that it was sold for considerably more
than it cost is a bonus.

When you compare it to the way most cars depreciate then you did very
well, very few if any ordinary cars appreciate, classics such as early
MX5's have been appreciating for some time.
Older air cooled Porsche's are generally a great "investment", a friend
paid about $65k for his 1979 911 SC around 7 yrs ago, recently he spent
$35k on a major engine rebuild (its first since 1979) but that was worth
it because the car is now worth around $150k and still going up.

$6000 for automatic Porsche when i got my first car in the 90's, was
almost going to buy one,except found out 30 years later the tires had to replaced with the right tires and you could not get them just anywhere
and would have been over half the value of the car
This was before eBay and Chinese tires
Friend purchased some giant tires on ebay from China for BMW x5 rears
only paid $150 each,$500 tires,he did say the wear was pretty quick though
I have had good luck with tires from China
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