> I can't recall ever seeing so many posts from new people looking to buy a DeLorean. > > Are we SURE there's a recession?!?? What gives? > > Notice they are mostly young pip-squeeks like myself (19 yrs)? Teenagers are too dumb to stop buying sh*t during a recession. We are what is keeping America alive (j/k)!!! Hell, Abercrombie & Fitch is doing well dispite the last few year's economic downturn. When I joined the list back in 2001 after the purchase of my first D, it seemed like I was the only young'un, below 25 years, around. Now all these young guys are all about buying a DeLorean. More power to them, if they can do it! I think some of you DMLers out there under-estimate the ability of the younger potential DMC-owners to handle the car's social and monetary responsiblity. But by that token, many of us younger DMC owners (or soon to be owners) probably under-estimate(d) it. I know I did at first! It is VERY sound advice to BE PATIENT! I never should have bought my first D, I could have found a far better one for less money if I'd have done my research and looked around a bit more. I was seeing her through rose-colored glasses; as I'm sure all of you potential owners (young and old) will. Be careful. Trust the wise men of DeLoreandom (Steger, Wynne, Grady, amoung many many others). Vendors are out to make a buck too, but are far more "on your side" and far more knowledable than some random DMC owner. Good luck to all you potential owners! James L 4009