Daniel-Christopher McBirney believes that DeLoreans are "over-valued." In part his theory blames it on: > The fact is these cars are 20 yrs old and the parts > reservoir is, lets face it slowly depleting. This theory is invalid, since DeLorean parts are still plentiful, fairly inexpensive, and easy to obtain. Also, Daniel seems to have it backwards. He appears to say that as DeLorean parts become harder to find the cars themselves will decrease in value. As far as I know the opposite has always happened in the collector car world. If Daniel is right then the DeLorean will be a one-of-a-kind case. I do not believe this will happen. However, the DeLorean market *is* unique in another aspect: when DMC went out of business, a large number of non-enthusiasts bought DeLoreans as investments. Anyone who has shopped for a DeLorean has probably spoken to a few of these investment owners. Some of them know nothing about the car. They honestly believe that air conditioning, power windows, and cassette player were optional equipment. They think not starting the engine in sixteen years preserves it in perfect running condition. Many of them have never seen another DeLorean or spoken to another owner, and probably have only a vague idea what their car is worth. Shameless Generalization: Anyone selling a Corvette, Porsche, or Lotus is typically a well-informed enthusiast, while about half of the private DeLorean sellers that I have spoken to are clueless about the car. Remember, DOA members and DML subscribers represent a small fraction of the DeLoreans ever made. The fact is that DeLoreans are an excellent value right now. A $15,000 DeLorean in running condition may represent the best fun / dollar ratio of any car in the world. - Mike Substelny VIN 1280, 7 years