Experts agree: Mavericks shouldn't be daily drivers

Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by Craig Selvey, Aug 15, 2010.

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  1. facelessnumber

    facelessnumber Drew Pittman

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    I think that about sums it up. If you have to ask, the answer's no.
     
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  2. ChrislvsMavs

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    Wish I had a 1970 grabber in coral blue........... DREAM ON
    Well I suppose Im a PRIME example.............
    Currently I have $7000 of money put away for a car(only a car,,, my cash that I MADE) YES!!! im very proud I made $7000 and im 16 years old... :D
    WELL......... Ive ALWAYS been interested in classic cars,, and have helped restore a few myself.....
    And now that Ive got money,,, I want one of my own.. PARTICULARY a FORD Maverick or Stang........
    Im not at all worried if I get 18 miles to the gallon,,
    I drive my dads f150 (wich gets around 17mpg) all over the place.......
    and Im fine on the cash.....
    SOOOOOO what do you guys think HUH????? is a Mav or stang suitable as a daily driver,,,,any other classics that would be suitable,,,,, PREFERABLE a vehicle where parts would be somewhat availabe...
     
    ChrislvsMavs, Oct 30, 2010
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  3. Tim Wilmoth

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    I just bought a 74 Comet to use as a semi daily driver. I will keep my ranger and I only drive 9 miles to work ,all rural roads.I have been doing small things to it to make it look a little nicer and it has a few issues that Im working on but I love the comment and stuff.
     
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    Earl Branham Certified Old Fart

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    Just drove my old bus to Fla. and back, no issues whatsoever. I wouldn't hesitate to use it as a daily driver if the need arises. Gas mileage in town is a bit low, but on the highway, 23mpg. Overdrive rules!!!
     
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  5. don graham

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    I've been driving my 70 to work a few days a week. Not very far, but I wouldn't hesitate to drive it longer if need be. Most Maverick running parts are available at parts stores. :)
     
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    tigermav Enjoying the sunshine.

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    i have to agree that the mav can be a daily drive IF you know how to repair them from top to bottom. i use my mav as a daily drive and it has been the most reliable vehicle i have ever owned...but i know how to fix it or can find out when a problem arises. I've owned the new cars before and when something goes wrong, with all the crazy sensor's this and electrical that, forget it! I'm at a loss and will not spend big bucks to fix it. There are very few vehicles I'd spend $17,000 dollars to buy and a toyota corolla or chevy cavalier are not it :rolleyes:
     
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