When I was buying my car, it was between an Alero and a Mustang that were the same price. The bank would only give me the loan for the Alero cause it had 40,000 less miles. Automatic :fbmMy daily driver is an Alero :rock '04 baby!!!
Mine is a 03, no spoiler though. :fbmI wish I didn't have the spoiler on mine :(
Mine is a 03, no spoiler though. :fbmI wish I didn't have the spoiler on mine :(
4 cylinder of V6?
MAF: This is my exhaust system
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mvzAN-vdZZo
No whining like you're some fart rocket. No gurgling on downshifting or braking. No drone at highway speeds. Cheap and sounds beautiful
http://www.americanmuscle.com/slp-lm-axleback-11gt.html
$439.99
Very little performance advantage without changing the exhaust manifold into headers, but it sounds gorgeous.
Better yet, compare it to the stock exhaust:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zdkcZozWKE
"What is it about driving cars that makes you all such assholes?"\
I'm in the market for anewused car, with a very limited budget ($8k-8.5k/cash), and the search is already making me feel depressed.
Anyone who doesn't know how to drive a manual should be slapped.
THIS GUY
- Who here drives a manual and is awesome?
NO DICE
- Fuzzy Dice; over?
What do you mean?
- Do you downshift?
No
- Are you badass enough to powershift (im not- I am afraid)?
No
- Did you replace your stick shift with one of those eightball lookin things?
I KNOW, RIGHT?
- FUCKIN SPEEDBUMPS
I've only driven a car for around 40 hours lifetime. Living in NYC does that to you.
My grandfather decided to come up to the bay for some reason. Little did I know he was invited by Lexus to test drive the new Tesla Model S and Model X. So I got invited for the drive this morning.
Jesus electrics are fast as hell. No shifting gears when you hit a certain rpm it just goes like a bat out of hell. They have a test track centered around the Numi plant in Fremont, CA. Its also where they are making the cars. I got to drive all three of their cars and the 3.0 version of their speedster which is OMG fast. On the straight 1/4 we did 10.9 seconds.
Now back to work and dreaming of owning one of those roadsters.spoiler (click to show/hide)my grandfather ended up ordering the Model S for 2013 and he offered to help put down the order on the Model X for me and misses for 2014. Were starting a family so family car wins[close]
found a pic:
(http://static2.paultan.org/bmw.jpg)
It looked exactly like this. :yuck
found a pic:(http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e86/PhoenixDark1/bittertears.gif)
(http://static2.paultan.org/bmw.jpg)
It looked exactly like this. :yuck
Bought the Camry :rock
Having a car :rock
reds a bit too flashy yeah- but im sure if someone could think it up, it exists.What about getting your rims and painting your calipers like a glossy red? I always thought it looked nice but not too flashy. Painted calipers are sexy and done cheap as hell.
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/CIMG0003.jpg)
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Fits your online alias lol
My first car ever was a Nissan pickup '89 that my dad bought me in '99 for $2k. It was 4 months prior to my driver license test, iirc.
He told me that you can never call yourself a driver without ever owning a car with a roll-up manual windows, no a/c, and a stick transmission. And even though I loathed that piece of junk at the time, I don't regret it today. The car is still kicking today in my dad's farm.
BMWs? I think those are Volkswagens.
MAF ONLY KNOWS HOW TO DRIVE THEM
wah wah
Mupepe: What types of places would I be look into for some of the more complicated mod installations- I dont have the gear to do most of this stuff on my own? Should I trust a place that uses gothic font for its sign?what's your definition of complicated? A lot of this stuff can be done with basic socket wrenches and screwdrivers.
(http://i.imgur.com/Axkql.jpg)
Mupepe: What types of places would I be look into for some of the more complicated mod installations- I dont have the gear to do most of this stuff on my own? Should I trust a place that uses gothic font for its sign?what's your definition of complicated? A lot of this stuff can be done with basic socket wrenches and screwdrivers.
If you're really set on having someone else do it then I'd ask around on some Mustang forums for a reputable shop that knows the new 5.0. Or you can go to a dealership. Sometimes dealerships are a gamble too but you should be able to find reviews on Mustang forums.
What kind of work were looking to have done?
So, I bought a 2000 Subaru Forester L from a friend, and it's got 150K miles on it. It is an AWD, but is surprisingly gutless.
Is there anything I can to do make it less gutless? I mean, is there anything I can do in the face of the previous owner's lack of attention and maintenance to revitalize it?
I really want a Subaru BRZ. Looks amazing and all the reviews are saying the dynamics are great. Will definitely test drive this when it launches over here
Sometimes I talk to people who like the look of fourth gen Mustangs and it kinda blows my mind- so fugly imo
For this kind of stuff (strictly cosmetic) I'd go to the dealerships. They'll be the most knowledgeable and if anything gets fucked up you'll have less of a hassle. Plus since it will be just labor it shouldn't be that bad.Mupepe: What types of places would I be look into for some of the more complicated mod installations- I dont have the gear to do most of this stuff on my own? Should I trust a place that uses gothic font for its sign?what's your definition of complicated? A lot of this stuff can be done with basic socket wrenches and screwdrivers.
If you're really set on having someone else do it then I'd ask around on some Mustang forums for a reputable shop that knows the new 5.0. Or you can go to a dealership. Sometimes dealerships are a gamble too but you should be able to find reviews on Mustang forums.
What kind of work were looking to have done?
The headlights apparently taking a bit of the front end off and they recommend raising the front end so its easier to even do that. Plus lol no experience.
These are the things im looking into for late summer (not from this site in particular- just easy reference):
http://www.americanmuscle.com/headlight-black-proj-2010.html - new headlights (have you seen fogs with the same light color?)
http://static.zoovy.com/img/stage3motorsports/W400-H300-Bffffff/1/100261.jpg (something like those)
http://www.americanmuscle.com/matte-forgestarcf5-1112.html - new alloy wheels- something like this- but id prefer split spokes to make the red calipers a little more discrete
http://www.americanmuscle.com/mustang-quarterlouvers-0509-black.html (undecided on color really)
http://www.americanmuscle.com/shr-black-fueldoor-2010.html (replacing the boring ol flap- going black to match the wheels)
http://www.americanmuscle.com/painted-boss-rearspoiler-1012.html (nice discrete boss 302 style spoiler)
I dont really like any of the rear window louvers ive seen- im basically trying to dress up the car but keep it understated and not covered in dumbass logos n stripes and shit sticking out all over
Awww yeah, some dude stopped me in the parking lot to talk mustangs boooooom- got some new mod ideas
Being stopped about my car is kinda awesome, gotta admitThe best thing ever was when I was putting gas in the Corvette and this little chubby kid walks up to me and says "Wow. Cool car, mister. How fast does it go?"
Awww yeah, some dude stopped me in the parking lot to talk mustangs boooooom- got some new mod ideaswhat mods are you thinking of now?
This got looks last summer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkLMEYr-vo
This got looks last summersweet jebus :o
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aUkLMEYr-vo
Awww yeah, some dude stopped me in the parking lot to talk mustangs boooooom- got some new mod ideaswhat mods are you thinking of now?
BTW, in the middle of April I'm going to start tearing down the interior of the '81 Corvette. If anyone in here is interested in the progress I'll post pics. The first item will be replacing door panels and changing out the electric window motors. The passenger side motor is failing and I figure I'll replace both if I'm tearing the door out anyways. After that I'll be installing a new dash and a new set of gauge clusters. I won't know how big of a pain that is until I see how intact the original wiring is. From what I can tell the cars wiring was mostly gutted at some point and it's been rigged really half ass.
Please tell me you corrected the tail lights.Not yet :'( I have to replace the entire body anyways because he removed each panel and put on a complete front clip and complete rear clip that are totally custom. So there's no fucking way to just get the correct rear quarter panels and bumper and add it on. I need to get the rear deck lid too which is a bit harder to find. I do have the original lights though. He was nice enough to give them to me with the car. For the last year or so my focus has only been to make her run right which I've done now and so now it's time to fix the body. I'm gonna pull the body off the car and practice working with fiberglass on the current body. It's a project car in and out to learn stuff. I've learned a lot and now it's time to learn body work. I'm pretty damn excited.
I took that video when the exhaust basically stopped under the drivers seat. The sound is less raw now (straight pre also) but still awesome. I should do a new vid. Maybe after I get it painted next month.
I finally looked up what a Genesis Coupe was because I had no idea and what tired of being reminded of my ignorance every time Boogie talked about it. A Hyundai? Seriously? :-\
The latest mustang GT matches the M3 on the track, eats genesis for breakfast. Dunno about the refreshed genesis.
Yea, the v6 is a grand tourer, like you see of the gen coupe. The newer GTs are a sole different all game.
I'm curious about the new genesis turo 4, that might be fun. Lighter weight and 270hp or something iirc
Awww yeah, some dude stopped me in the parking lot to talk mustangs boooooom- got some new mod ideaswhat mods are you thinking of now?
BTW, in the middle of April I'm going to start tearing down the interior of the '81 Corvette. If anyone in here is interested in the progress I'll post pics. The first item will be replacing door panels and changing out the electric window motors. The passenger side motor is failing and I figure I'll replace both if I'm tearing the door out anyways. After that I'll be installing a new dash and a new set of gauge clusters. I won't know how big of a pain that is until I see how intact the original wiring is. From what I can tell the cars wiring was mostly gutted at some point and it's been rigged really half ass.
First post in a while...I definitely prefer to drive manual but I don't even have a car right now.
But I have a question about your car MrAngryFace. I tagged along to give advice and all that when my friend went to buy a mustang a year ago and we both test drove a mustang with a manual transmission. The salesman dude told us that pretty much all the V6 ones are automatic unless you specially order it so we drove the V8 GT model and it had the most horrible manual transmission I have ever had the opportunity to try. It just felt really rough and neither of us could ever make a smooth gear change, not even the salesman when he was bringing the car up.
Was it a lemon or are you a stick shift wizard?
The transmission in the modern Mustang is incredible. I've seen the same complaints from people and it always boils down to not driving it with enough balls. It needs some gas to it. The gears are incredibly heavy even compared to old gen Mustangs. If you're gonna granny shift then any car with a big set of balls is going to be a pain in the ass to drive standard.
Missus says I have to get a "man van" do they make any "man vans" that are as cool as the challenger? I was hoping the charger wagon would re-emerge with straight 8 tech. I'd kill for a mustang wagon.
Most of the martins look all the same to me anyway. Good pictures though- It's crazy how much the Focus has changed over the past few years- design wise anywayThanks, it means a lot to me. :-*
http://www.insideline.com/ford/mustang/2015/2015-ford-mustang-will-shed-retro-skin.html
-- yeah I dunno..iirc europe wasnt buying the mustang mostly cause its a muscle car. They'd basically have to make it not a muscle car- which makes me wonder why bother?
OH WELL GOT MINE
I'm concerned about the 7th Generation Corvette and how it's going to end up. From the spy shots and mockups from people who have seen it, it looks like they're trying to create a wannabe Ferrari or something. I wanted to order a C7 Corvette when they made it and watch it come out of the factory at Bowling Green but I'll have to wait and see how it's going to look. Such a shame considering the C6 is so fucking gorgeous.
(http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt178/bpi1786/c7.jpg)
(http://i609.photobucket.com/albums/tt178/bpi1786/c7-1.jpg)
(Picture of the ass end, not the Jaguar on the bottom left)
(http://i.imgur.com/PKSvrl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/n4gH8l.jpg)
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These are a lot better than the previous ones that came out but I'm not too hot on it. Maybe I'll warm up when we get some details on the specs.
(http://i.imgur.com/c2VSs.jpg)
an older concept
:bow White :bow2
White is right.
(http://i.imgur.com/Rxcal.jpg)
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It wasnt me! I know what those look like!
Ja, ich bin hier.
(http://i.imgur.com/m7z3El.jpg)
Now that is car sex. Fuck off Mustang lovers.
(http://i.imgur.com/Tn0kFl.jpg)JESUS! :( :( :( :( Fucking terrible. Sorry, man.
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/0dfefa03.jpg):drool
Looks like I'm gonna be paying for some car maintenance tomorrow. The air conditioner drainage hose seems to be clogged (or is disconnected—I can't seem to find it) and the condensation is pooling on the floor under the dash on the passenger side. I'm sure it's something I could probably fix myself with a can of compressed air if I knew what I was looking at. :-\
I do use tire spray once a month or so to get those tires lookin awesome.
My Honda Fit looking cool in the 111˚ heat:
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My Honda Fit looking cool in the 111˚ heat:
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Great photo!
It's just too bad that bland econobox got in the way of your shot.
dick
(http://i.imgur.com/TZwEG.jpg)
Road Trip done- I tore up dat Missoula to Seattle drive.
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Road Trip done- I tore up dat Missoula to Seattle drive.
That's a nice looking rpm meter thingy 8)
I'm driving a Prius van because I have company and my S2000 can't really give groups rides.Keyless entry is my favorite thing since I discovered it on the Corvette C6. Keyless entry with push start ignition is the shit.
Pros:
Keyless entry system is cool
Cons:
Car is long and parking it is weird
Oh gosh, what have I done?It'll be around 100. But if it's only been a couple of months/weeks then jumping it should be fine.
A friend of mine left his car in front of my building before going on vacation, and asked me to drive it around the block every couple of weeks. I did that a few times during the summer, but haven't touched it in over 4-5 weeks. I tried to start it today, but it wouldn't ever start ignition. Battery completely dead. :duh
He'll be arriving today in the afternoon, so I don't think there's anything I could do before his arrival. I've no idea how old his batteries were, or whether simply jump starting it would be enough or not. How much are the battery prices on average? He's driving a 2007 Ford Fusion (4-cylinder). If it's anywhere near $100+ I'm going to die.
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/BC25A744-087F-43FB-A961-9A81DA9E3C35-6238-000002E510D05599.jpg)That will be super sexy
Fasten your seatbeltsYeah you just fucking won this thread
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(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/F77A05A4-874D-468E-9E90-3776EF6C835B-14622-0000077BC9D50F63.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/8599940A-9370-4232-A297-7EDDEBFC271A-14622-0000077BCFB5E1D4.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/C2118821-693C-41DA-BFFF-3A373456BF0B-14622-0000077BD586E4D9.jpg)
(http://i178.photobucket.com/albums/w275/AdmiralViscen/BD0B974D-F20C-4402-90F5-3AB1E0F2E938-14622-0000077BDB3EB6D4.jpg)
Hyo, how much does that one cost? Aren't you a truck driver?
Hyo, how much does that one cost? Aren't you a truck driver?
Three grand for body work, paint, clear coat, wheel resto, headliner install, and tint
I don't drive trucks lol, for business or pleasure
Hyo, how much does that one cost? Aren't you a truck driver?
Three grand for body work, paint, clear coat, wheel resto, headliner install, and tint
I don't drive trucks lol, for business or pleasure
I thought Hyoushi was a truck driver, not you my man :)
Should I get mud flaps
I'm happy they stepped up to correct something they missed, but this whole experience has destroyed my confidence in this car.
I think the alternator is going out in my 2009 Corolla. Shit.Don't fret! Alternators are easy! Do it yourself for cheap
I think the alternator is going out in my 2009 Corolla. Shit.Don't fret! Alternators are easy! Do it yourself for cheap
it's definitely possible that what you're hearing are the bearings going out in the water pump. Let us know what happens.
Do dealers still offer the best they can if you try to pay off a majority with cash?
I'm happy they stepped up to correct something they missed, but this whole experience has destroyed my confidence in this car.
It didn't also destroy your confidence in that garage?
Cool story, bro, but what car was that? And which year? Gotta help peeps avoid it in the future.
Jeez, man. Year make and model? That's either a REALLY shitty car or a really shitty garage.
You should be able find a water pump for less than 100 if you shop around.
http://www.ehow.com/how_4508687_replace-water-pump-toyota-corolla.html
There doesn't seem to be much work involved replacing it.
I'm happy they stepped up to correct something they missed, but this whole experience has destroyed my confidence in this car.
It didn't also destroy your confidence in that garage?Cool story, bro, but what car was that? And which year? Gotta help peeps avoid it in the future.Jeez, man. Year make and model? That's either a REALLY shitty car or a really shitty garage.
Ah, it's a 2000 Subaru Forester L. If the previous owner had taken better care of it, it would be easily able to run up to 250,000 or 300,000 miles. It currently has 165K miles. It now has a new head gasket, new brakes, timing belt, reseated and resealed oil pan, and a bunch of other new stuff.
The garage is a local one with an absolutely spotless rep on Yelp, Google, etc. I've spoken with the owner, who has seemed genuine with his concern about their missteps. Sure, I would have been happier if they'd eaten the cost on parts and machining for the head gasket. Yeah, I'm still pretty pissed off that they let me drive off the lot with steering which was obviously unwieldy (and unsafe). They have tried to step up.
I'm $8300 invested in a car that was theoretically worth only $4000 in excellent condition. More than anything, I'm just frustrated that it cost me so much to learn a simple lesson: When money is exchanged between friends or relatives, there is more potential harm in NOT following procedure than properly following it. Any car I'm buying from anyone in the future, I'll pay for a full inspection just to avoid this situation.
Holy shit! :bow AV :bow2
How much has it cost you so far? It looks fucking gorgeous.
I had to put my Corvette in storage for a few months while we get some stuff situated so unfortunately all work has stopped on it :( :(
That is a horrible photoshop. I've seen better chops on forums.well outside of some small details, I think it's been agreed that is basically how the C7 will look considering that the CAD drawings for the vehicle have been leaked for a while and there are spy shots galore. Either way, all the grumblings point towards a smaller, more powerful V8. Unless they turned it into a V6 I was always going to get one.
Yar. She will be mine!!
I like it because it changes the cluster based on what mode you're driving in kinda like the Corvette HUD system.Only the Lexus LF-A, Tesla Model S and the 2013 Viper do it well.
Finally found (and won) one of thesehot damn! that's fucking awesome.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GRAND-NATIONAL-MONTE-CARLO-SS-CUTLASS-ORIGINAL-RADIO/130895362651?ssPageName=WDVW&rd=1&ih=003&category=34206&cmd=ViewItem
If only Honda would put a K20 in their Fit and solve all our problems.
Except that's a Civic :(
Finally found (and won) one of thesehot damn! that's fucking awesome.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GRAND-NATIONAL-MONTE-CARLO-SS-CUTLASS-ORIGINAL-RADIO/130895362651?ssPageName=WDVW&rd=1&ih=003&category=34206&cmd=ViewItem
Don't you already have a 500? The Abarth is much faster ... than the Fiesta or Focus.
and the Fiesta is made by Ford who, like all American car manufacturers, only really excel in making boring cars for stupid people.
And I stand by my criticism of Ford. Like all US domestic automakers, they make boring straight line driving cars for the generally dumb American public. I like the idea of both the Focus ST and Fiesta ST, but that Ford badge makes me wary.
Ah, okay. Still want a K20 in a Fit.
Holy shit, all those cars you named are gross except for the SRS.
All Scions and Lexuses are Toyotas, by the way.
One day you will drive on a twisty road in a small BMW and understand your ignorance.
Boogie, what's your dream car? Pretend you had unlimited funds.
Please take pictures at the show. I'd go see it if I could. You've done an awesome job, man.Finally found (and won) one of thesehot damn! that's fucking awesome.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/GRAND-NATIONAL-MONTE-CARLO-SS-CUTLASS-ORIGINAL-RADIO/130895362651?ssPageName=WDVW&rd=1&ih=003&category=34206&cmd=ViewItem
Word. They are insanely hard to find, so I pounced right on that one. It is the optional higher-grade stereo, my car was not factory equipped with it. And the guy I bought it from had some crappy late 90s stereo in there with no original retained.
I am going to hook this up just for the clock and then get a pop-up touchscreen media thing underneath the dash where the ash tray is. Until I get that rolling I can use it at the radio. Looks like it is mint.
I also found this website that reproduces period-appropriate window sitckers for vehicles, complete with options and dealer info. So I ordered two laminated copies for $56. I also photocopied the original bill of sale that I have and I am going to get that photocopied too.
I am showing the car at LI Cruisin' for a Cure in September if anyone wants to see it in the flesh.
Don't you already have a 500? The Abarth is much faster ... than the Fiesta or Focus.
lol, no.Quoteand the Fiesta is made by Ford who, like all American car manufacturers, only really excel in making boring cars for stupid people.
lolwut
Pardon my syntax, I meant that the Abarth is much faster than the 500 and probably more fun to drive than the Focus or Fiesta. And I stand by my criticism of Ford. Like all US domestic automakers, they make boring straight line driving cars for the generally dumb American public. I like the idea of both the Focus ST and Fiesta ST, but that Ford badge makes me wary.
Holy shit, all those cars you named are gross except for the SRS. All Scions and Lexuses are Toyotas, by the way. thats just a branding scheme. One day you will drive on a twisty road in a small BMW and understand your ignorance.
in general I don't like Ford because of their history of making terrible cars. I bought a Honda Fit over the Ford Fiesta because of each manufacturer's reputation for reliability and history of making small well-loved cars.
You are living in 1991.
You drive a Hyundai and he drives a Chrysler 300 or some shit. I spit on you.
I mean what did Ford make in the 90s that could be considered a well-loved small car? Not the Festiva or Escort. The Ka?
(http://i.imgur.com/xphOKsc.png)
You are living in 1998.
You drive a Korean knock-off of a sports car.
I mean what did Ford make in the 90s that could be considered a well-loved small car? Not the Festiva or Escort. The Ka?
(http://i.imgur.com/xphOKsc.png)
But for the real excitement, you turn to wasps.
:obamaGo do some test drives of different cars. Spend a day going dealer hopping. Get an idea for what you want and how much you're willing to pay.
Well, the muscle car thing is just an idea. My problem with modern Camaro and Mustang is that they don't look like muscle cars to me, while the Challenger does. Meanwhile I'm still looking into scooters and cycles.
Getting the car detailed today so I can take it to a show on Sunday:lawd
(http://i.imgur.com/0jTgBii.jpg)
Sold the old Golf today, put the ad up last night and had a buyer locked pretty much within 20 minutes. Crazy
[img]http://www.capitaltrachea.se/photos/golf1.png[img]
[img]http://www.capitaltrachea.se/photos/golf3.png[img]
Goodbye pal :'(
maf traded his stang for a fiesta. son's bitchmade. :-(LOL
Drive a Mustang in Seattle proper with premium gas every fill up plus tolls and its pretty easy to get tired of the experience. Fiesta is fine for city living where every parking spot is for compacts and you walk to most places. Plus the savings in gas/insurance/payments is nice.
I don't like all this practical talk
Is that how jet fighters are painted in Canada? Do you even have jet fighters? I know you don't have tanks. This thread is no longer about Mustangs!
Nice comparison between Fiat 500 Abarth and the Forda Fiesta ST:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EY6TYmdLrcc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMtk57OVgjU
I'm starting to think the ST might be my next car. I'm interested in the Abarth and BRZ too, but everything I hear about the ST makes me think that's the way to go.
Is that how jet fighters are painted in Canada? Do you even have jet fighters? I know you don't have tanks. This thread is no longer about Mustangs!
I really REALLY want to upgrade to a BRZ already. I get fucking weak at the knees every time I see one, and can't help but wince at the fact that my Swift is just a compromise.
I will test drive all three, but the Fiesta ST has the same power to weight ratio as a BRZ—it's just FWD, turbo'd, and is a five door. We'll see if RWD is worth the functionality compromise.
Why the turbo hate??
Aren't they made in America though? That's like somehow double American.
I didn't know there was a car thread, neato. I just bought my 3rd STi in December 2015. The 2016 STis finally upgraded their entertainment package but they kept the same 2.5 engine so that's a bummer.
I didn't know there was a car thread, neato. I just bought my 3rd STi in December 2015. The 2016 STis finally upgraded their entertainment package but they kept the same 2.5 engine so that's a bummer.
Oho, do you get the same Pioneer thing with buggy CarPlay as I did?
I didn't know there was a car thread, neato. I just bought my 3rd STi in December 2015. The 2016 STis finally upgraded their entertainment package but they kept the same 2.5 engine so that's a bummer.
Oho, do you get the same Pioneer thing with buggy CarPlay as I did?
No, mine's the US model so they use Clarion for their head units. We're begging for some sort of upgrade for CarPlay but that won't happen. This one features "MirrorView" which is supported on 5 different Android phones running 4.2 up to 4.3. Quality stuff. The sound actually is ok and the iPhone integration is all right but CarPlay would be neat.
(http://i.imgur.com/OA4huCb.jpg?3)
If anyone (in the US I think) wants $500 off a new Subaru just ask, I have coupons.
How do you like the BRZ?! It's so low to the ground! Maybe someone on NASIOC or someplace else will sell you JDM stocks for cheap - they're constantly upgrading crap there.
Edit: one thing to also consider is the iQ is going to be discontinued so it will retain its rarity. :P
Here in poor town, I'm buying a Honda Fit in a month or so yaaaaaaaaaaay
Any good forums for car discussion? I'm sure I could just type "car forum" but it'd be like typing "gaming forum" and end up at NeoGAF.
Looking to get a new car (BMW M5) and want to make sure I dot the is and cross the ts before buying.
Went out and drove some nice twisties on this purdy sunday night. This was at 9.30PM-ish.
(http://www.capitaltrachea.se/photos/twisties.jpg)
Went out and drove some nice twisties on this purdy sunday night. This was at 9.30PM-ish.
(http://www.capitaltrachea.se/photos/twisties.jpg)
Does it do good as an RWD vehicle on the turns? Or do you just throttle through any looseness?
My brother got one of those and absolutely loves it. Congrats!
Basically don’t drive your Subaru like a corvette.My 2005 Subaru Legacy begged to differ :bolo
I'm not even bullshitting, he's destroyed every vehicle he's driven since the late 90s, all just happen to have transmissions go out on them or he wrecks them.:mindblown
(https://images.summitmedia-digital.com/topgear/images/2020/01/09/2020-subaru-forester-fucks-edition-0-1578552632.jpg)Sounds about right for someone who would drive that
https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/subaru-forester-ultimate-edition-a4354-20200109
(https://images.summitmedia-digital.com/topgear/images/2020/01/09/2020-subaru-forester-fucks-edition-0-1578552632.jpg)This is for extremely powerful lesbians only
https://www.topgear.com.ph/news/car-news/subaru-forester-ultimate-edition-a4354-20200109
Hey, can you guys recommend me a 2020 not-ugly looking smaller sedan/coupe that's nice and comfortable on the inside for all passengers, reliable, and under 50k? I was look at the Mercedes E450 after reading Car & Drivers top10 breakdowns but it's more like $70k and would like something a little cheaper because cars are a terrible investment and just throwing money away.
Also preferably Japanese brand because I'm a weaboo and always driven JPN cars.
There's a black 2017 BMW i240 Coupe for $32k with 22k mileage near me w/1 year BMW certified warranty.
Reviews seem to say the i240 is a nice drive, front seats are both comfortable and has back seats that are for children or small legroom people for short trips and ok luggage space.
The one I'm looking at has bluetooth and upgraded Harmen Kardon speakers, Nav screen and rear view camera.
Seems like it could work for what I need and price isn't crazy high. Might give it a test drive later this week if I can find time.
Hey, can you guys recommend me a 2020 not-ugly looking smaller sedan/coupe that's nice and comfortable on the inside for all passengers, reliable, and under 50k? I was look at the Mercedes E450 after reading Car & Drivers top10 breakdowns but it's more like $70k and would like something a little cheaper because cars are a terrible investment and just throwing money away.
Also preferably Japanese brand because I'm a weaboo and always driven JPN cars.
So my dad is trying to convince me that rather than potentially get a 3 year old 240i for $32k, that'll be good for maybe 5 years (8 years) before issues, so ~$6k/yr value, that I should get a new 2020 version for $50k if I want it because the $18k difference is essentially the extra 3 years of $6k/yr value and you're under warranty for 3 more years (4 year warranty vs 1 year) and have the newer tech/safety addons from the 3 years newer version.
I mean it sorta makes sense running the numbers, but also feels like you're more comitted to the car because you're probably keeping it 8-10 years vs maybe 5-7 because you're less invested in it.
Damn, sounds like a decent speed impact. Glad you're ok.Thanks man.
bmw is just so expensive compared to what you can get from the asians or even other german cars now i wouldn't ever consider getting a new one. plus they really don't hold their value compared to the others either.
a lease might not be a bad idea if you're more wanting to change it up every few years, depends how many miles you usually put on a car i guess.
bmw is just so expensive compared to what you can get from the asians or even other german cars now i wouldn't ever consider getting a new one. plus they really don't hold their value compared to the others either.
a lease might not be a bad idea if you're more wanting to change it up every few years, depends how many miles you usually put on a car i guess.
The problem is there really aren't any Asian cars anymore in the range I'm looking for. I feel like the S2000 at 40k filled a sports car without breaking the bank JP car gap that nothing else has since. Miata's are nice but that's a downgrade (sorry Miata fans).
Like when I was a kid playing gran turismo I always wanted an NSX and they were like 70k. That and a Dodge Viper (also 70k) were like adult dream cars.
Now that I'm an adult and can afford a nice car, the NSX is like 160k wtff
We still don't even get the Nissan Skylines (or maybe we do with the GT-Rs?) but those are 100k easy
You have cool Japanese cars for 30k and under (Civic Type-Rs, Miatas, etc...) and then there's just this gap until they start reappearing at 100k cars.
American Muscle cars are honestly good deals for what I'm looking for in the 50k sports car range (Corvette & Shelby Mustang are extremely well reviewed for this range last few years) but I'm just not gonna buy American muscle cars because the aesthetic is BIG DICK AMERICA which is the opposite of the sleeker/elegant Japanese cars I like. Euro cars are ok for that range but generally the better ones are a lot more.
And yeah I looked at the 2020 Supra that's $50k. Once I saw Car & Driver give it 5/5 stars while also saying it has some major blind spot issues I nopped the fuck out. I've almost gotten in a few crashes due to really bad blindspots in my S2K and a car appearing out of nowhere. I know there's electronic indicators now, but I still don't wanna get another car with real bad blindspots. Also it's a 2 seater and I'm looking at more than 2 seats for my daily driver.
Fwiw in terms of miles, I put like 10,000 per year. I bought my S2k in 2011 at 28k miles and now at 2020 nine years later I'm 93k miles, so I put about 65,000 miles in 9 years which is less than 10k/yr average. I have no commute so I just drive for social stuff for concerts and LA once in a while for work/doctors. It's been suggested that some of my electrical battery issues from my S2K might be because I have no commute so I drive like 2 miles to work and turn it off or 2-5 miles to eat and turn it off outside a couple times a week so the battery doesn't get a good recharge.
Hey, can you guys recommend me a 2020 not-ugly looking smaller sedan/coupe that's nice and comfortable on the inside for all passengers, reliable, and under 50k? I was look at the Mercedes E450 after reading Car & Drivers top10 breakdowns but it's more like $70k and would like something a little cheaper because cars are a terrible investment and just throwing money away.
Also preferably Japanese brand because I'm a weaboo and always driven JPN cars.
I mean I can get a manual Honda Accord or Subaru BRZ/WRX but that's just kinda boring. Otherwise it's basically the BMW 2 series or 4 series (4 series way too expensive).
Aren't there supposed to be a lot of issues with reliability on recent VW cars?
Love that Golf GTI though.
(knock on wood now that i said that)
new vettes are really dope, they are apparently eating some costs on the first year of the mid engines to keep in line with previous vettes...they are expecting them to be more expensive next year (I haven't checked, imagine dealers are gouging). seriously impressive considering the cost of anything similar.
stick shift is legit the best current theft deterrent system. :lol
I mean I can get a manual Honda Accord or Subaru BRZ/WRX but that's just kinda boring. Otherwise it's basically the BMW 2 series or 4 series (4 series way too expensive).
Don't see how those are any less boring than a BMW tbh- they're all 'boring' design-wise.
:idont
Are you set on a sedan or coupe? If you want more comfort and room for people, might want to check out hatchbacks and crossovers.
Keeping the S2000 as a tinkering car seems about right. I'd be surprised if you couldn't get more than you think for it if only because S2000s are still highly desired, even with issues. However the body damage would take some wind out of those sails.
the nuke is not a real one ofc, but its a real top gear clip.Oops, was on my phone and didn't see it was top gear.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3VwgvIqXg3A
I think I might need car buying advice. Is this thread for that? If I decide to move to LA and want to buy a used car, would there be any benefit in looking for one here in the Bay vs there? Trying to do some vague planning for the next few months and I want to know if I should be looking now.
Oh no, this wouldn’t be a Tesla. This would just be a cheapie until my Cybertruck is ready late next year.
So happy for you Bebpo. Now you can keep the S2000 on as your mistress.I think I might need car buying advice. Is this thread for that? If I decide to move to LA and want to buy a used car, would there be any benefit in looking for one here in the Bay vs there? Trying to do some vague planning for the next few months and I want to know if I should be looking now.
LA has slightly better prices (~10%) on the used market since everyone over there has a car so there's just more reselling going on. The weather and traffic patterns are similar between both areas so I don't think there would be any difference in wear and tear under the skin.
My wife does not work in the insurance wing of the company, but she works for a large multinational insurance company that often moonlights as a crime fighting Australian bird. With that out of the way...
“Whatever you do, don’t buy a Tesla. Insurance rates are insane because they are basically cost prohibitive to repair.”
My wife does not work in the insurance wing of the company, but she works for a large multinational insurance company that often moonlights as a crime fighting Australian bird. With that out of the way...
“Whatever you do, don’t buy a Tesla. Insurance rates are insane because they are basically cost prohibitive to repair.”
this is the first winter i've had heated seats and holy shit they are amazing. that and ios carplay are about as fancy as my car gets but i've been loving them very much :lol
I was thinking about looking at getting a car now while this slump is putting the hurt on a lot of car companies. Jokes on me though since most are shut down, the cars on the lots aren't seeing any major incentives or discounts just extended predatory loans. I was hoping to use a 60 month offer which I secured with a credit union at 1.7%, but now that doesn't seem to be possible. I've never bought a new car, and am strictly looking at 2019 RAV4 Limited models.
Does anyone got any tips on what I should be shooting for or how I can get the best offer possible with a dealership? A lot of the dealerships are just straight up assholes when I tell them I'm not willing to use them to finance the vehicle through them. I'm just looking for the best offer for me that will help me get a new/ish car. My 2002 Lexus RX300 is robbing my wallet each time something needs fixing, thanks no less to Toyota shutting down their international parts supply.
My dad lent me a car battery charger and charged all day yesterday and it seems good now. Looks like it was just the battery. Hopefully lasts a while, but overall good news. Went for a nice drive today by the ocean and through some park/type areas. Was nice smelling the water/sand/dirt/grass/trees coming from being couped up.
I was thinking about looking at getting a car now while this slump is putting the hurt on a lot of car companies. Jokes on me though since most are shut down, the cars on the lots aren't seeing any major incentives or discounts just extended predatory loans. I was hoping to use a 60 month offer which I secured with a credit union at 1.7%, but now that doesn't seem to be possible. I've never bought a new car, and am strictly looking at 2019 RAV4 Limited models.
Does anyone got any tips on what I should be shooting for or how I can get the best offer possible with a dealership? A lot of the dealerships are just straight up assholes when I tell them I'm not willing to use them to finance the vehicle through them. I'm just looking for the best offer for me that will help me get a new/ish car. My 2002 Lexus RX300 is robbing my wallet each time something needs fixing, thanks no less to Toyota shutting down their international parts supply.
Because there is only one thing with cars I am worse at than parallel parking (which I'm actually ok at as long as it's not a super tight spot) and that's backing into spaces! :'(
i was never great at backparking but with the cameras on new cars it's pretty easy now
It’s all change for the next Toyota GT86. The coupe will be much more powerful, use a turbocharged engine, and won’t even be called GT86 - in line with the Japanese’s company’s more recent performance cars, it’s expected to adopt the mantle ‘GR86’.
Key details for the car have been divulged via a presentation slide and other details purportedly leaked from a dealer conference, as posted on GR86.org. According to this new information, we’re looking at an output of 256bhp (260hp) from a 2.4-litre boxer engine.
As with the current GT86, that engine will be supplied by Subaru, which will make its own BRZ-badged version of the GR86. That matches the output of the recently developed 2.4-litre ‘FA24’ found in the Ascent, an engine we’re anticipating to be the starting point for a 400bhp boxer designed for the next WRX STI.
I'm all too aware that connected cars aren't a popular topic around these parts, and that's unlikely to change with today's news. BMW is planning to move some features of its new cars to a subscription model, something it announced on Wednesday during a briefing for the press on the company's digital plans.
It's not an entirely new idea to the auto industry—Tesla has pioneered the idea of shipping vehicles with hardware that can be enabled at the time of purchase or later on for a fee. And BMW has done something similar in the past with infotainment features; for a while, if you wanted access to Apple CarPlay, you had to pay an $80 yearly subscription until the automaker abandoned that idea.
But those were for digital services—now the Bavarian carmaker has plans to apply that model to features like heated seats. BMW says that owners can "benefit in advance from the opportunity to try out the products for a trial period of one month, after which they can book the respective service for one or three years." The company also says that it could allow the second owner of a BMW to activate features that the original purchaser declined.
In fact, BMW has already started implementing this idea in some markets, allowing software unlocking of features like adaptive cruise control or high-beam assist (in the United States, those options are usually standard equipment). Other features are more whimsical, like having a Hans Zimmer-designed sound package for your electric BMW or adaptive suspension for your M-car. Indeed, the company says that its forthcoming iNext will "expand the opportunities for personalization." I'm sure y'all can't wait.
QuoteIt’s all change for the next Toyota GT86. The coupe will be much more powerful, use a turbocharged engine, and won’t even be called GT86 - in line with the Japanese’s company’s more recent performance cars, it’s expected to adopt the mantle ‘GR86’.
Key details for the car have been divulged via a presentation slide and other details purportedly leaked from a dealer conference, as posted on GR86.org. According to this new information, we’re looking at an output of 256bhp (260hp) from a 2.4-litre boxer engine.
As with the current GT86, that engine will be supplied by Subaru, which will make its own BRZ-badged version of the GR86. That matches the output of the recently developed 2.4-litre ‘FA24’ found in the Ascent, an engine we’re anticipating to be the starting point for a 400bhp boxer designed for the next WRX STI.
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Never thought I see the day where Toyota embraces a turbo engine.
Congrats on the new job Hyoushi.
I've wondered how Polestar and Lucid are differentiating themselves from Tesla in the EV market. Both seem to have different focuses, be it design or performance/reliability. I just wonder how longterm some of these brands will be at the end of the day. With so much investor money going into the EV market to compete with Tesla there are gonna be some winners and a lot of losers. Especially for those that aren't working with existing car manufactures already. I can't tell if the goal of some of these companies is to be eaten up or not, but it is interesting to see what's coming out.
I'm looking forward to checking out Lucid's facility in AZ when it gets completed. My Uncle single handedly got them to commit to building their plant in Casa Grande. Of course he's driving one of their prototypes around right now on the daily. He says its his dream car, he's a former Tesla owner (Model S, Model X) and current E-Tron nut.
Whats the riding position on the Polestar 2? Low, Neutral, or is it high (doubt it, but I've seen stranger things)