DeLorean Problems (Re: [DML] FRAM Oil Filters SUCK!)

["therealdmcvegas" <DMCVegas@xxxx>]

--- In dmcnews@xxxx, Jim Strickland <ihaveanaccount@xxxx> 
wrote:
<SNIP>
> Of course, this still brings me back to one conclusion- the 
Delorean
> needs parts that have exceptional performance under multiple 
(bad)
> conditions, because bad conditions happen more often with 
this car. 
> 
> Jim
> 1537

This is a half true statement. Yes, DeLoreans tend to require alot 
of attention, and do have quite a few more problems than regular 
cars. But, these failures, and complications are only resuts of 
the enviornemtns that they have been in. Not from the factory 
from which they came. When my car overheated last, it was due 
to a 20 year old hose breaking. That is to be expected. These 
kind of parts were NOT meant to last that long. I'm sure that 
other vehicles that one might own will not nessisarily have these 
kind of problems. But remember, the typical DeLorean has been 
in storage at one time or another. And this usually means 
neglect, which causes damage to otherwise reliable parts. 
When comparing the "reliability", mechanical failures, or 
operating costs of a DeLorean to another vehicle, also compare 
the history of the cars as well. Any classic car is a gamble, and 
when you have one that has been improperly stored/cared for, 
you have to "handicap" the prices for repairs and parts for past 
abuses.

-Robert
vin 6585 "X"