Would it be possible to maintain one single daily driver forever? For example, a classic beetle. From what I hear and have read they are very simple and easy to work on. the thing I'm not sure about is parts and cost. Would there be new after market parts available to do that? Would it cost significantly more than buying an old civic? Is it a waste of time? I will have a back up vehicle just in case. Are there any other reasons not to do this?
Had 3 bugs in the 70s, Come winter here in Muskoka, they did not warm up until the 17KM trip to high school. And the great thing is, so many rusted wholes in the floor. My high school chums did not need an ashtray. Good Times.
you better enjoy constant maintenance.
Anything is possible with enough money. Ask Jay Leno.
Get a restored 90s Manual Corolla. Have a buddy with one that runs forever.
I love the classic Beetle! Anything can last forever if you keep replacing parts and fixing things on it! I owned a '78 back in my High school days...it was rough, but ran like a top. There is a cult following for these cars from the flower child days, to the "Herbie The Love Bug Fans" (which who I was always a fan of). If you love this car, I would certainly go for it! Easy to work on, very dependable (the older ones) fun to drive, drives like a tank in the snow (cause engine is in theback! like a Fiero!) and just an overall fun car! I would still own one if I was rich with a huge warehouse to store cars! lol
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Like a tank on the Russian Front. Yes, The snow tires were brutal back in the 70s. Hell, I do not think I even had any, in the snow belt here. All moneys went to gas, cigs, libations, and my college fund. LOL.
There for sure is a way IF you get the right car with the right bones. I don't recommend a classic. Their odometers only go to 99,999 miles because they were never originally expected to survive or be driven past that. "Newer cars" (newer than 1995) have a much better chance at being an infinite mile car, but what really matters is how you drive it. Going slow on the highway and never flooring it is a good way to ensure any vehicle lasts much longer than the latter. I heard Volvo cars and 7.3L Powerstroke Ford's are great million mile vehicles. However, you must still expect maintenance costs and broken parts. The suspension, steering, brakes, transmission, and every other part on a car will wear out just as easily as your engine.
A carbureted VW bug would be my pick. They are easy to work on and there are warehouses full of original and aftermarket parts. All sorts of upgrades are available.
Don't buy one that was made in Brazil or Mexico. There is a Federal ban on registering them due to not meeting safety standards.
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