Hey everyone,
I'm currently stationed in Monterey, CA and have had my dream car for almost a year. It's a '95 red at bpu. Well, I'm looking at my next duty station, and the possibilities are either Illinois, or Germany. Oh yeah, married but no kids.
The dilemma, is that the military will only ship one car. I may be there for at least two, and up to three years. I won't have to worry about smog there, but maybe when I get back depending on where I get stationed afterwards, but that's not really that big of a deal.
So what should I do? Do I take the Supra overseas to enjoy it for 3 more years, running it on the Autobhan, etc., but also subjecting it to the shipping to Germany, the possible lack of a garage, etc. Or, do I sell it before I move, and hope to buy another when I get back?
Other issues I've thought of....in three years time, will all states in the US adopt Californias stupid smog rules??? What will gas be like in 3 years? What other options would be available then? I could also save a ton of money while over there, and then come back and buy a new supra (if they ever come back, but not to be debated here), or something else that can equal it?
I know, it comes down to my own personal preference, but I'm just looking for ideas, opinions, or info that I haven't thought of yet.
Thanks-
Kent
I'm currently stationed in Monterey, CA and have had my dream car for almost a year. It's a '95 red at bpu. Well, I'm looking at my next duty station, and the possibilities are either Illinois, or Germany. Oh yeah, married but no kids.
The dilemma, is that the military will only ship one car. I may be there for at least two, and up to three years. I won't have to worry about smog there, but maybe when I get back depending on where I get stationed afterwards, but that's not really that big of a deal.
So what should I do? Do I take the Supra overseas to enjoy it for 3 more years, running it on the Autobhan, etc., but also subjecting it to the shipping to Germany, the possible lack of a garage, etc. Or, do I sell it before I move, and hope to buy another when I get back?
Other issues I've thought of....in three years time, will all states in the US adopt Californias stupid smog rules??? What will gas be like in 3 years? What other options would be available then? I could also save a ton of money while over there, and then come back and buy a new supra (if they ever come back, but not to be debated here), or something else that can equal it?
I know, it comes down to my own personal preference, but I'm just looking for ideas, opinions, or info that I haven't thought of yet.
Thanks-
Kent