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**SABL** · 12-11-2008, 11:28 AM

I started out in panel trucks and vans. The '63 Chevy was a panel truck..... a pick-up with full sides and a roof over the back. The van was a '64 Chevy with the driver's seat over the front wheels..... real easy to misjudge and run over the curb when making turns.

One of the least known resources (if available in your state) Is the Department of Administrative Services for your state. I have purchased quite a few vehicles from the state of Ohio at their auctions. Most vehicles are well maintained by OPI and can be a bargain.

If this comes up correctly it is the listing for the next auction (which is open to the public):

http://das.ohio.gov/gsd/PropFac/Surplus/nextauction.asp

The link is only to give you a general idea. Results for the last auction:

http://das.ohio.gov/gsd/PropFac/Surp...ousauction.asp

The last vehicle I purchased .... 3yrs ago.... was a '98 Cherokee 2dr 4WD with 135K miles for $1300. Tires were shot and had a few scrapes on the body but it still runs great and gets me around in the snow and mud.

My son bought the twin to my Jeep...same year and miles.... 4WD..... better tires and less scrapes.... for $1400.

Many dealers attend these auctions that are little known to the public.

Maybe worth checking to see if PA has a similar program.

12-11-2008, 11:28 AM	#6 (permalink)
SABL Moderator Relaxation Room Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Galena, Ohio Posts: 1,176 OS: WinXP SP3	Re: Whats a good first car for a 16 going on 17 year old? I started out in panel trucks and vans. The '63 Chevy was a panel truck..... a pick-up with full sides and a roof over the back. The van was a '64 Chevy with the driver's seat over the front wheels..... real easy to misjudge and run over the curb when making turns. One of the least known resources (if available in your state) Is the Department of Administrative Services for your state. I have purchased quite a few vehicles from the state of Ohio at their auctions. Most vehicles are well maintained by OPI and can be a bargain. If this comes up correctly it is the listing for the next auction (which is open to the public): http://das.ohio.gov/gsd/PropFac/Surplus/nextauction.asp The link is only to give you a general idea. Results for the last auction: http://das.ohio.gov/gsd/PropFac/Surp...ousauction.asp The last vehicle I purchased .... 3yrs ago.... was a '98 Cherokee 2dr 4WD with 135K miles for $1300. Tires were shot and had a few scrapes on the body but it still runs great and gets me around in the snow and mud. My son bought the twin to my Jeep...same year and miles.... 4WD..... better tires and less scrapes.... for $1400. Many dealers attend these auctions that are little known to the public. Maybe worth checking to see if PA has a similar program. Last edited by SABL; 12-11-2008 at 11:29 AM.