Originally Posted by
ka0use
doesn't read like a rant to me.
when a car maker puts LE (limited edition)on a car, or SE (special edition) i rather cynically
feel they are 'limited' to how many they can con folks into buying. we all wanna feel 'special'.
as for x of xxxxx, wouldn't that put the price way up? and you might have a time keeping it
in original issue parts at some point. or be afraid to ride it for fear of value loss (or stolen).
ford sold a buncha early mustangs and they still have value, particularly the 64 1/2 and fastback
models. same with gm and it's camaros and early 60s corvettes.
whoops, showing my age.
I have a Porsche 928, and in 928 circles, we know exactly how many of each model were produced when, exported where, and with what option packages. Knowing the specifics is a point of interest. Being interested to know particulars, or assigning intellectual value to them, does not stop us from changing the wheels, redoing interiors, customizing bodywork, or even modding the motors. We also drive them.
My point, of course, is that knowing production voumes does not detract from enjoyment, but enhances it and feeds the enthusiast culture.