How about a thread for vehicles that you had an opportunity to own, but didn't at the time, and now regret it for whatever reason...
Me, a late 60's Daimler Ferret Scout Car
Totally impractical as a toy, but it was my Uncle's prized possession. He was a huge part of who I am and responsible for most of myvices hobbies; flying, crappy British cars, etc. and for instilling on me the idea that you can do almost anything you set your mind and efforts to. He was a dirt poor city kid who at 17 didn't know what he wanted aside from escaping a dead mill city. Joined the military and did 3 tours in Viet Nam, returned and started his own business. A few of the like minded cousins and I became his posse, riding dirt bikes, plinking.
He had the British car bug and bought the Ferret as a project. He restored it in the markings of a Brit friend's unit and had it for years. He really enjoyed it and it was a blast to drive. As his health declined, he offered it to me at silly price, I would have offered more though he didn't need it, but I declined out of practicality. What would I do with it? Sunday coffee drives in something with a turret?
He passed way too early and I kick myself most days for letting it go...
Me, a late 60's Daimler Ferret Scout Car
Totally impractical as a toy, but it was my Uncle's prized possession. He was a huge part of who I am and responsible for most of my
He had the British car bug and bought the Ferret as a project. He restored it in the markings of a Brit friend's unit and had it for years. He really enjoyed it and it was a blast to drive. As his health declined, he offered it to me at silly price, I would have offered more though he didn't need it, but I declined out of practicality. What would I do with it? Sunday coffee drives in something with a turret?
He passed way too early and I kick myself most days for letting it go...