Want to choose discrete options, not packages

unChristian,

Have a good trip.

Dave

Better yet rebuild an old car and make it just the way you want.

Better still, just buy and old junker and drive it. Then you'll say it's all the wrong options, but I only paid $700 for it.

I think we have all shared that feeling from time to time. No matter what make or model you are considering, you may not be able to get exactly what you want from the factory, at least not at a price that pleases.

I don't like, for example, some of the electronic gadgetry that many models offer. We have used Buicks for years, and in general they are pretty good, but their fascination with electrical geegaws can be troublesome.

Do that include the engine control microprocessor? ;)

mike hunt

I guess that works, if you don't intend to drive too far. ;)

mike hunt

Most street rods cost more than many new cars.

mike hunt

Nomen Nescio wrote another bunch of mostly crap...

BUT, my one gripe with Ford right now is that you can't get the 41G package on the base Standard Crown Vic, it has to be a LX.

Rob

Buy a base Mercury GM and save yourself some money, WBMA

mike

Mostly because they are pro built for yuppies with too much goddamned money. Do your own work and look for inexpensive parts and you can do OK. But we aren't talking street rods, but driver cars.

By my definition, it would not. A geegaw is a bullshit item that is not essential to the operation of the vehicle.

Like fuel injection or an automatic tranny?

mike

Like a model 'T?'

mike

I believe that's an issue with some, not all car companies. It must be less expensive for them to do it this way.

I put together a GM Denali and there are many, not all, options that you can order without getting all the Bells and Whistles.

Maybe on your cars, Mike.

I don't need or want a heated washer fluid system , a heated mirror, a time delay interior and exterior lighting scheme, etc...

I dont need power seat belt retractors, nor an automated Tampax remover in my car.

Believe it or not, I am still strong enough to adjust my own seat manually, and even whip the occasional smartass in the parking lot. The latter just takes a little longer now than it used to do.

Of course it is less expensive to come out with standard models and a few 'packages'. No doubt about it.

I and remember when the options were radio, heater, and white wall tires.

Later, automatic trannies became availble.

And then air conditioners.

Who knows where it will all end?? ;>)

Who is taking about 'need?' Who needs a navigation system? Buyers buy what they want LOL

mike hunt

Sounds a lot like my complaint about the cable tv company. 100 channels and I watch maybe 6, but the ones I watch are in the "expanded" basic package.

Just a ploy to get you to move up...