I recently posted on an automobile-specific forum that I have an old Land Cruiser that is languishing in my garage. It's a '72 FJ40, which most equate to "a jeep" - two door, big tires, "convertible" (open air w/ a roll cage) ... and definitely very utilitarian. Not meant for a baby seat in the least, and since I do have a kid - anytime I find myself requiring transport that does not include the offspring, but is nice enough to take a convertible? I take a motorcycle.
So as much as I adore the old duff, she just doesn't get much attention from me anymore. I figure there is somebody out there who would spend more time w/ her than I. So I posted in the 'for sale' section of this automotive site, asked for offers and suggested trades possible - "especially Ducatis". And I got a hit.
One person is interested in the Land Cruiser, and has a 1997 Supersport 900SP with some minimal crash damage (laid down in his driveway) that he's apparently interested in parting with. How ... copacetic?! Convenient?! Is it kismet? Pure luck? Granted, it's about 1000mi away from me, but still.
The mrs. isn't what I'd call "thrilled" with the prospect, but the way I look at it - another Ducati is smaller than the Land Cruiser and it'll actual get attention paid to it. I'm sure mrs.fasterdammit would rather see US dollars for the old truck, but I'm not sure how much I'd get for it, especially since there doesn't seem to be much interest. So ... wish me luck. I'll keep you posted, for sure. Especially if it happens!
