On December 19, 1969 someone bought a copy of the Herald and used it to line the cupboards in the den of spanners I now call my home. Whoever you were, thank you – as I’ve discovered a treasure trove of 60’s Australian automotive flashbacks (its Classic Cars Australia Mania!) In the second part of our three part series we continue with a look through the classifieds, to find out what might be an absolute nest egg by today’s standards…
Bargain Bangers
1989 Ford Laser – the bargain amazer
My very first car was a Moroccan beige 1989 Ford Laser GL bought from another family member for the tune of $4500. Purchased in Grandma spec condition (you’ll probably guess from who now) in the year 2000, today we look back on what an amazing little thing it was and how much a decent example will set you back today.
Bargain Bangers Week 8: Liberty is leaking away
In honor of my sold Subaru this week, this week I’ve trawled through Gumtree for a Subaru Bargain Banger. And I’ve found one that well and truly makes the cut, just as long as you’re prepared to break out the mechanical life support for this long in the tooth Subaru Liberty…