Doug Wilson

I think I’m ready for my mid-life crisis.

This had been my dream car (and dream color) since I was 16 years old: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-volvo-1800es-64/

38-Years-Owned 1972 Volvo 1800ES 4-Speed

Bid for the chance to own a 38-Years-Owned 1972 Volvo 1800ES 4-Speed at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #215,505.

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Oct 17 at 3:38amWeb
Show threadPat CastaldoOct 17
@onpaperwings Down the street (relatively) from me, let me know if you need a wingman.
Show threadDoug WilsonOct 17

@patc Oh, I am aware! My sister and another good friend also live in PDX…

I really shouldn’t do it.

Show threadJake GiltsoffOct 17
@onpaperwings @patc *should
Show threadDoug WilsonOct 21

@jakegiltsoff @patc Update on this: I did *not* win the bidding, but I was close. Had a number I needed to stick to and disappointingly was disciplined enough to not over-bid.

One day, one day…

Show threadPat CastaldoOct 21
@onpaperwings @jakegiltsoff it went for a lot more than I thought it would — we’ll find you one, Doug!
Show threadDoug WilsonOct 21
@patc @jakegiltsoff I called and talked to the person selling it (on behalf of the passed owner) and the car was a perfect daily driver. I think the final price went to the right number, it was just a bit above what I could handle.