I can't do it any more I have to let the Marauder go [Archive]

Mattsmerc

08-30-2005, 05:04 PM

Zack

08-30-2005, 05:21 PM

That is pathetic, no offense.
I bought a Supercharger when I was Jobless and squat in the bank.
You only live once, enjoy it.

Smokie

08-30-2005, 05:31 PM

Sorry that's what you must do, the thought of owning a four cylinder car makes me kinda sick to my stomach....best wishes, and visit with us when you can.

txmarauder

08-30-2005, 05:44 PM

MikesMerc

08-30-2005, 05:54 PM

Well this is it, I am going to have to let my baby go.:bigcry: The gas price is to rich for my blood.:depress: So I am opting for a four banger
Sorry to hear this. If you have any kind of long commute I can fully undertsand that a 35% increase in weekly fuel cost over the last few months must be tough. Perhaps cutting back on a few other areas as suggested might allow you to hold on to Marauder. But, everyone's situation is different and needs to be respected. Good luck.

Extreanous Bull**** removed by Logan

mongo

08-30-2005, 05:56 PM

[Mattsmerc

The wife and I thought the same thing so we purchased a 05 focus zx3.
Runs great,looks good,great on gas,and "NO FUN !" Gas could get to $5.00.
I will drive someting that puts a smile on my face. I love my MM and I will not let
gas prices take that away!

Mongo ;)

duhtroll

08-30-2005, 05:58 PM

How did you do this?

I'd love to figure this one out, 'cuz then I'd have a S/C too!

-A

That is pathetic, no offense.
I bought a Supercharger when I was Jobless and squat in the bank.
You only live once, enjoy it.

MikesMerc

08-30-2005, 06:01 PM

Any fool can get a credit card.

Cobra25

08-30-2005, 06:35 PM

Sorry to hear you have to let your baby go. I know you will his her after she's sold.

grampaws

08-30-2005, 06:36 PM

Sometimes the right decision is the hardest one!!

Sorry to hear that..I hope future oportunities will bring
you back!!

MERCMAN

08-30-2005, 06:39 PM

That is pathetic, no offense.
I bought a Supercharger when I was Jobless and squat in the bank.
You only live once, enjoy it.

I can't believe they let you squat in the bank,, whats this world coming to???

MarauderMike

08-30-2005, 06:47 PM

Sorry to hear your decision, but fully understandable.
Watching Fox News channel tonight I heard one of the oil executives having made the comment that he doubts that oil will be able to maintain the higher prices it has seen lately and fully expects it to drop back into the $50 a barrel range or lower in the coming months. Obviously we are going to see a short term spike due to Katrina but it shouldn't last that long. Also if you have a chance watch Neil Cavuto on Fox News channel Wednesday at 4 for more insight on oil price futures, should be interesting.
BTW, regular unleaded here in Metro Detroit tonight is now $2.99.

Good Luck!

Merc-O-matic

08-30-2005, 06:51 PM

Well this is it, I am going to have to let my baby go.:bigcry: The gas price is to rich for my blood.:depress: So I am opting for a four banger:( . Any way It was great being with you all for the few events I did attend:beer: . So if anyone wants to buy my car let me know. I will first put it in the classifieds here on this site in a day or two, then work my way around the advertisement game. GOOD LUCK AND STAY SAFE.

Matt
Don't feel bad....you gotta do what you gotta do. Look at it this
way, in a few years you can always get another one...
someday they will be selling for 3-4K like any other used car.
KEEP IN TOUCH

Gotta Love It! :beatnik:

Logan

08-30-2005, 06:52 PM

I have to agree with Zack. Giving up a car such as Marauder just because the price of gas goes up IS retarded. If THAT is the motivator, probably shouldn't of been driving a v8 in the first place.

Me, I could care less whether the price of gas is $25 a tank or $50 a tank. Yeah, it's annoying, but never in my life have I said to myself, damn, that extra $100 a month just broke my back.

Don't know why y'all seem to have it in for the guy, but I'm getting pretty sick of it. I know you all first hand and you're all completely normal, reasonable people. For just as many times as Zack says something that's interpreted wrong or his sense of humor doesn't convey, I could say the same about each of you.

Donny Carlson

08-30-2005, 07:08 PM

I can't believe they let you squat in the bank,, whats this world coming to???That's how he got the S/C. They had to do something to get him to leave, the S/C was it. :)

FastMerc

08-30-2005, 07:26 PM

I dont feel for any one who has to do somthing like this,We the people have the power to change things.Problem is no wants to they just wine about it!Thats all Im saying on that,Sorry you have to sell.

Mattsmerc

08-30-2005, 07:34 PM

Gas prices wont be like this forever. Cut back on other things IE: drinking, smoking, eating out, use more coupons, go for walks instead of movies. Look at it this way, if you sell the car you will taking a loss in the money you have spent on it, more of a loss than you would by keeping it a buying gas. I have 6 cars and 4 of them are v8 muscle cars and i wont sell them just because of gas prices.Not to air my dirty laundry, but my ex wife and MOREhttp://mercurymarauder.net/forums/images/smilies/Angry_Pissed_Off_Emoticon.gif -did I mention MORE child support is the one of the straws on my back.

de minimus

08-30-2005, 07:48 PM

Not to air my dirty laundry, but my ex wife and MOREhttp://mercurymarauder.net/forums/images/smilies/Angry_Pissed_Off_Emoticon.gif -did I mention MORE child support is the one of the straws on my back.
Yeah I have an ex-wife and a Marauder too.....I like the Marauder better. You think gas prices are bad where you are? I filled up this morning - $84.00 Cdn. To each his own, but driving a car for gas mileage makes me sad, so I just shrug and say "what can ya do?". Good luck....maybe a SVT Focus?

Slowpoke

08-30-2005, 08:04 PM

i guess i get to keep my Marauder so long as I keep my wife...

all kidding aside, I see Zack's and Logan's point, but I also guess that it is not just the price of gas. Perhaps it was the straw that 'broke the camel's back' but it was not the only reason, for sure. Sometimes life throws us one too many curve balls and we need to take a small step back and regroup in order to take a big step forward.

Bluerauder

08-30-2005, 08:16 PM

Well this is it, I am going to have to let my baby go.:bigcry: The gas price is to rich for my blood.:depress:

Matt
Sorry to hear this Matt. I sense that there is more driving this decision than just the price of gas alone. Hope it all works out.

martyo

08-30-2005, 08:25 PM

I bought a Supercharger when I was Jobless and squat in the bank.

It's thinking like that that keeps me in hookers, um I mean friends! :D

Actually {earth shuttering} I agree with Zack, you only live once and life is short! Stay tuned for my next toy purchase! :D

the_pack_rat

08-30-2005, 08:29 PM

Sorry to hear that Matt, but sometimes ya' gotta do what ya gotta do.

Pick up a couple of lottery tickets ...

Maybe you'll get lucky before the car rides off into the sunset.

Rangero

08-30-2005, 08:35 PM

Everyone who owns a sweet ride now subscribes to the gas crunch waa waa so that I can pick up Z06's, Vipers, GTs, and Cobras for next to nothing. I always hear from the old guys in the 70's how you could pick up muscle cars for cheap and look at 'em now!

Just a thought..............not a flame!

martyo

08-30-2005, 08:44 PM

1stMerc

08-30-2005, 08:48 PM

Not to air my dirty laundry, but my ex wife and MOREhttp://mercurymarauder.net/forums/images/smilies/Angry_Pissed_Off_Emoticon.gif -did I mention MORE child support is the one of the straws on my back.
All the more reason not to get rid of the Merc. After all of that you need to just jump in her and it the highway for a spell. Clears the head and puts a smile on your mug especially when you turn off the radio and just listen to the Flow 40's sing.

Plus you don't have to get a brand spank new 4 banger, a used one will do and you can still keep the MM for the weekend. You might even try putting it back to the stock tune for the time being, if you have a tuner.

I have a running 4 banger pickup, but still use the Marauder as my daily driver.

Smiles for miles.
Good luck what ever your decision,
Waymon

Rider90

08-30-2005, 09:10 PM

Best of luck with future endeavors.

AzMarauder

08-30-2005, 09:22 PM

Sorry that's what you must do, the thought of owning a four cylinder car makes me kinda sick to my stomach....best wishes, and visit with us when you can.
Hey... I own two 4cyl cars.... 88 Thunderbird Turbocoupe and an 87 Mitsubishi Starion Turbo. :cool4:

They are a LOT of fun ! ! ! !

bigslim

08-30-2005, 09:43 PM

Sorry to hear that you will let your car go. Everyone has a story. No one knows your real story. Some folks have deep pockets and can afford to spend money. Some folks still live at home which gives them extra cash. Others have small cars as well and drive their MMs on special days. You do what you have to do to get by. If things get better maybe you can buy another MM. Good luck.

Bradley G

08-30-2005, 09:49 PM

I guess that makes everyday special for me!:D

Baby steps! get a turbo V-6 , unless it's a Porche' ya know,... Frenche

Sorry to hear that you will let your car go. Everyone has a story. No one knows your real story. Some folks have deep pockets and can afford to spend money. Some folks still live at home which gives them extra cash. Others have small cars as well and drive their MMs on special days. You do what you have to do to get by. If things get better maybe you can buy another MM. Good luck.

MikesMerc

08-30-2005, 09:56 PM

Don't know why y'all seem to have it in for the guy, but I'm getting pretty sick of it.

Regardless of the past, or who posted it, I didn't think it was perfectly acceptable for a member to call another member "pathetic" because they are handling a tough financial situation in the best way they personally see fit. A financial situation no one besides the poster knows anything about. I didn't know we condoned kicking a fellow member when he was down on his luck.

I guess I stand corrected. I now understand that anyone who is less fortunate then some of the others are just idiots for trying to own a nice car.

Mike Mielnicki

08-30-2005, 09:58 PM

First off Don't Sell It!!!!!!!

Let it sit with a cover on it and get a $2000.00 4cyl car to comute with or car pool or do public transportation.
Personal story time....
When I was 17 (28 years ago) I bought my 68 big block SS/RS Camaro and through the years have run the gambit of being broke and not broke. When ever I ran out of money and could not afford maintaining it or insuring it I would let it sit and drive a 6 cyl nova, sometimes for long periods of time. What got me through it was just knowing I had my Camaro sitting home under a cover. Now my Camaro is a high 9 second street car that is bitcchin. I can't tell you how many people through the years see it and say something like "I use to have one of these when I was younger". I always reply ..."what the hell happened to it, why don't you have it now and they always say they had to get rid of it for financial reasons and they feel like crap about it. Bottom line....let it sit, skip a few meals, cancel your cable TV, no more beer and suck it up and keep the dam car!

DEFYANT

08-30-2005, 09:58 PM

:(

Sorry to hear it. What ever your reason, take care ;) .

StevenJ

08-30-2005, 10:02 PM

I wouldn't do it. I'd just look at auto trader for a $1000 daily beater like a mid 90's Tarus or something just to get to work and drive the Marauder on a weekend only basis.

MikesMerc

08-30-2005, 10:04 PM

Actually {earth shuttering} I agree with Zack, you only live once and life is short! Stay tuned for my next toy purchase! :D

When folks have the money to do these types of things, I say more power to 'em!

But, in all fairness, this is terrible advice to give to someone who is trying to best handle a tough financial situation. In an USA filled with over extended credit this kind of mentality can destroy people.

Until we walk a few feet in MattsMerc shoes, we have no idea what he is dealing with. How about a little sensitivity?

I hope he can work it out and keep the Marauder as well. But, if he can't, that's his business, and who are we to tell him he is wrong only to make him feel bad.

MikesMerc

08-30-2005, 10:09 PM

Not to air my dirty laundry, but my ex wife and MOREhttp://mercurymarauder.net/forums/images/smilies/Angry_Pissed_Off_Emoticon.gif -did I mention MORE child support is the one of the straws on my back.

You don't have to explain anything to these people. Do what you have to do. If you can swing it to keep the Marauder, I'm sure you'd appreciate it down the road. But, if not, so be it. Be wise and take care of your obligations. It pays off in the long run. Good luck!

prchrman

08-31-2005, 04:27 AM

Matt...hope everything goes ok...forget the barbs and pokes from others here and do what you gotta...willie

SergntMac

08-31-2005, 07:02 AM

This is probably the worst time to try and sell a Marauder. It won't matter much what features your MM has, or, your actual MPG. Americans are reeling from gas pump prices, and relief is not in sight. Knee jerk reactions will cause your MM to be percieved as a "gas guzzler" due to it's size and muscle car appearance, which is likewise true for the SUV market. 4-bangers are already pulling top dollar prices, and what you get for the MM probably won't help you much in the long run.

I'm not being sentimental about this. Hate to see you go, but try to make it another six months? You could do better, or worse then, but I don't think anyone can predict that far down the road. However, IMHO, if you are pinched for cash flow, selling your MM isn't going to give you any relief, other than taking a car payment off the table. If so, can taking a second job help?

Nonetheless, best wishes.

Smokie

08-31-2005, 07:07 AM

Matt has to decide what is right for him, he also does not owe us an explanation on his personal life, my thinking is more along the lines of MikesMerc that pathetic is not a friendly way to talk to a friend...would not be my choice of words.

Also I happen to be a very blunt, black or white, yes or no kinda guy, Matt chose to post, his opening post mentioned the price of gas...AND ONLY THE PRICE OF GAS, NO OTHER MOTIVE. Let's get real here, if that is the only reason, then I can certainly understand Zack's statement and agree with Zack...I just would use different language to say the same thing.

Mikeenh

08-31-2005, 08:03 AM

MarauderMark

08-31-2005, 08:09 AM

Hope everthing works out Matt..Oh btw can i have your member number if you give it up :lol: :D

duhtroll

08-31-2005, 08:21 AM

This is exactly what I am doing right now.

anyone got a 4-banger I can drive to work? Under $1000 but not falling apart?

-A

I wouldn't do it. I'd just look at auto trader for a $1000 daily beater like a mid 90's Tarus or something just to get to work and drive the Marauder on a weekend only basis.

ckadiddle

08-31-2005, 08:36 AM

Let's take a look at this in black and white. It's not so bad that way.

Average miles per year 12,000

Take 22 mpg as the best mpg = 545 gallons of fuel

545 Gallons @ $2.50 $1,362.50

545 Gallons @ $3.00 $1,635.00
__________
Difference extra per year $273.00That's true Mike. I have never understood why people will drive miles out of the way to save a few pennies a gallon. My labor/time costs me more than that to go out of my way. If the price of gas gets to six bucks a gallon, I will keep the cars parked more, cut down on pleasure trips, and take the bus to work some (ick). I love to drive V8s. I am very fortunate to only have a five mile commute to work.

Matt, I hate that you have to sell your Marauder for any reason! I am sure you have taken great care of it and it will be a joy for some lucky bastid to drive. I understand financial pressures, my wife and I have gone through some very very lean times in past years, although things are pretty good now.

2003 MIB

08-31-2005, 09:02 AM

Let's take a look at this in black and white. It's not so bad that way.

Average miles per year 12,000

Take 22 mpg as the best mpg = 545 gallons of fuel

545 Gallons @ $2.50 $1,362.50

545 Gallons @ $3.00 $1,635.00
__________
Difference extra per year $273.00
I got sucked into the hysteria about the rising gas prices too (I guess we all did) and although I never considered selling my Marauder (gee, that even hurt to type that phrase). I did consider dumping my F150 commuter truck and buying a VW diesel. My accountant (wife) sat me down and ran the numbers- with the hit I'd take on trading in my truck (2005) and buying a new Jetta- I'd end up with twice the mpg (24 vs. 48). It would take me 30 months to break even and I'd lose the practicality of the truck bed. I figure I'll just keep driving and put the money I've saved by quitting tobacco into the tank.

mrjones

08-31-2005, 09:16 AM

buying a new Jetta- I'd end up with twice the mpg (24 vs. 48). It would take me 30 months to break even and I'd lose the practicality of the truck bed. [/QUOTE]

Dan, there's a better option that'd work for you, although it would slow your commute down: Buy an early 80's diesel Rabbit pickup! Here ya go!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-Volkswagen-Rabbit-Pickup-Diesel_W0QQitemZ4572035794QQca tegoryZ15294QQssPageNameZWDVWQ QrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

2003 MIB

08-31-2005, 09:23 AM

buying a new Jetta- I'd end up with twice the mpg (24 vs. 48). It would take me 30 months to break even and I'd lose the practicality of the truck bed.

Dan, there's a better option that'd work for you, although it would slow your commute down: Buy an early 80's diesel Rabbit pickup! Here ya go!

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982-Volkswagen-Rabbit-Pickup-Diesel_W0QQitemZ4572035794QQca tegoryZ15294QQssPageNameZWDVWQ QrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem[/QUOTE]
Thanks Mike,
Our teenagers cringed at the idea of a hearse parked in front of the house- check old threads...somehow, I believe this would be worse.:down:

MAD-3R

08-31-2005, 09:50 AM

I'd lose the practicality of the truck bed. I figure I'll just keep driving and put the money I've saved by quitting tobacco into the tank.

And (hopefully) Me and Mine will be moving into our house soon, (No, I still have no job, but I have the POTENTIAL to earn well) and we will need that truck.

StevenJ

08-31-2005, 09:51 AM

:lol: If you end up buying a VW, you'll end up buying more than a new car! You'll need a mechanic as your best friend! Just got to www.autotrader.com and look up some mid 90's domestic/ japanese midsize like the Tarus, Accord, Malibu, Camry, etc. something that is reliable and I'm sure you'll find dozens in your area.

hdirish50

08-31-2005, 10:01 AM

Hay Matt, you do what ever you think is best for you and your family. Some guys on this site may not understand that. If it comes down to feeding your family, or feeding your car, the family always comes first. Good luck to you and your family.

RoyLPita

08-31-2005, 10:51 AM

Sorry to hear to you have to part with your MM.

MERCMAN

08-31-2005, 12:17 PM

Main Entry: pa·thet·ic
Pronunciation: p&-'the-tik
Function: adjective
Etymology: Middle French or Late Latin; Middle French pathetique, from Late Latin patheticus, from Greek pathEtikos capable of feeling, pathetic, from paschein (aorist pathein) to experience, suffer -- more at PATHOS
1 : having a capacity to move one to either compassionate or contemptuous pity
2 : marked by sorrow or melancholy : SAD
synonym see MOVING

Pathetic is not a derogatory term. I believe Zack was feeling sorry for the poor guy. That being said, this is the end of this discussion. Stay on topic here or find yourself on the outside looking in!!

SergntMac

08-31-2005, 12:27 PM

Let's take a look at this in black and white. It's not so bad that way.

Average miles per year 12,000

Take 22 mpg as the best mpg = 545 gallons of fuel

545 Gallons @ $2.50 $1,362.50

545 Gallons @ $3.00 $1,635.00
__________
Difference extra per year $273.00
I appreciate your logic, Mike, it all looks better to me when logic is applied. However, gas prices are very dynamic around here. I filled up Monday evening at 2.87.9, this morning it's 3.49.9. I can shrug, say it's only temporary in the aftermath of Katrina. But the more I learn about the aftermath, I can see long term affects. How about the Marauder owner who's on a tight budget? .50-.60 cents per gallon is quite a dent, who knows where it will stop?

I see there's been a bit of spirited debate in the past few hours, and I would expect that. IMHO, you can't absorb all the destruction to life and property from Katrina, without it making you mad as Hell, and wanting to spend that frustration somewhere. It's one thing to hear about a Tsunami in a far away land, it quite another to see neighborhoods I have spent time in, destroyed. Gone. Maybe forever. We're all on pins and needles right now, let's put the needles up, give each other some space. Think twice before you hit the submit button, ask yourself if you really need to post right now. It doesn't always work for me, but I have to keep trying. I won't let anger rule my life, it's such a waste of energy.

Just my .03C, carry on...

Logan

08-31-2005, 02:22 PM

Regardless of the past, or who posted it, I didn't think it was perfectly acceptable for a member to call another member "pathetic" because they are handling a tough financial situation in the best way they personally see fit. A financial situation no one besides the poster knows anything about. I didn't know we condoned kicking a fellow member when he was down on his luck.

I guess I stand corrected. I now understand that anyone who is less fortunate then some of the others are just idiots for trying to own a nice car.
Look up Pathetic in the dictionary. Ooops. merc already did for.

If the poster didn't want anyone questioning his stated reason for getting rid of his car then maybe HE shouldn't of brought it up.

No one ever called anyone an idiot. It's pathetic and retarded to use the price of gas to sell your car.

If he's got other issues, as he confirmed there is, then great, but that's not what was posted up.... Reading the first post for what it is, I sat here thinking the exact same thing Zack did. I think Matt's a big boy, he doesn't need you to give him a bandaid, Frankly, I don't know why he'd even post what he did. It's none of our business what his business is, but posting up, he opened the door.

Logan

08-31-2005, 02:26 PM

You don't have to explain anything to these people. Do what you have to do. If you can swing it to keep the Marauder, I'm sure you'd appreciate it down the road. But, if not, so be it. Be wise and take care of your obligations. It pays off in the long run. Good luck!
You're right, he DIDN'T have to explain to anyone and probably shouldn't of!

Hell, a simple, "Hey, I decided to get rid of the marauder" would've gotten him all the "love ya buddies" he rightfully deserved rather than draw the raised eyebrows for the weird ass reasoniong for getting rid of a car.

He chose to post up, so don't get your panties in a bunch just because folks think it's :bs: .

That being said, I do wish him the best regardless of why he can't afford his car...