[New Owner Here] Re: delorean pricing, first time driver

[Jim Reeve --Ultra-- <ultra@xxxx>]

I know this topic is turning into a huge thread, but I thought I may
throw my purchase in before it gets cut. I recently found a DeLorean at
a local dealership, VIN 6960 (anyone know this number?). But any ways,
I managed to talk the dealer down to 13k from the 16k asking price. I
have yet to pick it up, (that's for this Thurs. eve.) but from what I've
glanced at it the few times I've seen it, (and driving it), I already
have a quick list of things that are wrong or need replacing.

Coolant bottle - still plastic
Relays - Look original (but not sure) It does have the fan fail bypass
Hazard switch - will only flash right blinker, and only when held in
Lock control module - only locks both doors, with not unlock either one
Pass. side power window - front side sticks when raising
Headliners - all sagging, but not severely
Struts - all 6 are weak, but will still hold when pushed all the way

Considering all of these items except the coolant bottle and relays are
not necessities for the car to run, I think I got a good deal. The car
has 27k miles on it. Frame is in excellent shape. It has all updates
except the throttle shield and relay updates. It runs excellent, AC
works good. Fascias are not warped and paint is in nice shape. I plan
on going through all electrical and the cooling system this winter, and
then wait for things to start failing next spring. After 3 years of
wanting one, along with the pending research, I believe I am definitely
ready for this.

One more thing for all of those who wonder about insurance, I am 18. 
The DeLorean will be my second car, and full coverage for me is going to
be a little less than $25 a month. My insurance carrier is American
Family (Minnesota, if it matters), and this will be the 5th car plus
house on my family's plan. I have no moving violations, and one
non-fault accident on my record. Email me directly if you would like
more info.

Check out some pictures of my purchase at...
http://www.isd.net/jreeve/delorean/newdmc/
-- 
Jim Reeve <Ultra>
'81 DeLorean-#6960
http://www.dmcultra.com
AIM-Ultra2169