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Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 09:38:28 AM
So mine is on it's last leg. We've all known I bought a lemon for years. 2002 VW. It's only at 130,000 miles, but I've plugged so much $ into this POS. I feel like I just need it to get me through June (wedding), but the risk/reward is a bit terrifying. Like, every time I slow down and come to a stop light, it kicks back hard. When I have ppl in it, they feel like they're about to die, because they're not used to it. I figure I can do one last oil change tomorrow and get some crap tighten and then give it ago. What's the longest you went holding onto a POS?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Cartierfor3 on March 23, 2016, 09:40:42 AM
If I were you, I would drive it until it needs a repair you're unwilling to pay for. If something happens and there's a $1700 estimate to get it going again, punt. Until then, keep on with this ride
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 09:43:39 AM
To fix the kickback issue, it was going to be $700 about 3 months ago. I took it into my trusted guys and they tightened and said: "If you're planning on getting a new car soon, I wouldn't blow $700 on fixing this". I was shocked, but they tightened it up enough until it's just became a problem again now.
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Post by: kso_FAN on March 23, 2016, 09:44:39 AM
Our past two vehicles we drove until they basically died or were at least on life support.

First a couple years ago a 2000 Ranger pick up that was at 190K and was overheating with several other problems. We were able to trade it in on a 2010 Tacoma which has been fantastic. It just went over 100K miles, but its got a lot of life left.

Then my wife's Caravan with 185K started falling apart in the last 6-8 months. Finally traded it in a couple weeks ago on a 2015 Civic.

I've generally been a "drive it until it dies" person, but I'm not sure I'll go quite that far with our next round of vehicles.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2016, 09:45:03 AM
My car has around 120k, I've had it for 5 years and the sole repair on it in that time was $430. You should get something like that
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 09:47:14 AM
Our past two vehicles we drove until they basically died or were at least on life support.

First a couple years ago a 2000 Ranger pick up that was at 190K and was overheating with several other problems. We were able to trade it in on a 2010 Tacoma which has been fantastic. It just went over 100K miles, but its got a lot of life left.

Then my wife's Caravan with 185K started falling apart in the last 6-8 months. Finally traded it in a couple weeks ago on a 2015 Civic.

I've generally been a "drive it until it dies" person, but I'm not sure I'll go quite that far with our next round of vehicles.
That's how I am too. I'm very practical with this stuff. Ms. wacky is already tired of all the problems with it and I don't blame her, but I also don't want a car payment anytime soon. Not having one has felt amazing.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 23, 2016, 09:47:34 AM
what are they "tightening"?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WillieWatanabe on March 23, 2016, 09:48:37 AM
I usually go until i can't trust it. If i have to worry about getting stranded somewhere, time to cut bait.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WillieWatanabe on March 23, 2016, 09:48:50 AM
what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 09:52:24 AM
Currently my beater car has somewhere around 249,000. Need a new tranny soon, but should be good for a little while longer.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: CNS on March 23, 2016, 09:54:08 AM
At 178k on my truck. It's only 8 yrs old, though.  Plan to get to 250k, then park it as a third vehicle and get a crossover or smaller car.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 09:55:33 AM
what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Yeah, they tried to explain it to me. But talking cars with me is like trying to teach Spanish to a 2 year old. Just beady eyes and staring off into the distance.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Bill Clarahan on March 23, 2016, 10:09:44 AM
I have an '88 Chevy PU 4 x 4 with around 675K, current engine has around 275K, tranny rebuilt twice.  She's a peach.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: AppleJack on March 23, 2016, 10:11:04 AM
Currently at 101k. I want a new truck really bad, and part of me wants to to trade in my current Lambo while I can still get a decent return. But car payments are stupid and I don't like them.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 10:19:24 AM
I have an '88 Chevy PU 4 x 4 with around 675K, current engine has around 275K, tranny rebuilt twice.  She's a peach.

For a guy named Bill Carahan, you sure drive a crap vehicle.
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Post by: hemmy on March 23, 2016, 10:23:43 AM
2002, 170k. Got it 4 years old for $3,300. If I could find a 4 year old car at that price to replace it I would jump on it but sadly not gonna happen.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 23, 2016, 10:25:10 AM
That's how I am too. I'm very practical with this stuff. Ms. wacky is already tired of all the problems with it and I don't blame her, but I also don't want a car payment anytime soon. Not having one has felt amazing.

Having a new car with updated technology feels amazing too.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 10:30:36 AM
That's how I am too. I'm very practical with this stuff. Ms. wacky is already tired of all the problems with it and I don't blame her, but I also don't want a car payment anytime soon. Not having one has felt amazing.

Having a new car with updated technology feels amazing too.
Yes. I think that's what i'm looking forward to. I don't need to pinch pennies like I use to. I wouldn't mind having a little luxury in my life.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: kso_FAN on March 23, 2016, 10:37:46 AM
That's how I am too. I'm very practical with this stuff. Ms. wacky is already tired of all the problems with it and I don't blame her, but I also don't want a car payment anytime soon. Not having one has felt amazing.

Having a new car with updated technology feels amazing too.
Yes. I think that's what i'm looking forward to. I don't need to pinch pennies like I use to. I wouldn't mind having a little luxury in my life.

It is nice. The Civic we just bought is just the LX model, not the high end, but it still has lots of cool modern stuff. Also, it was still a new 15, one of a couple they had left, so with getting new 16s on the lot they gave us a really good deal. Drove it off the lot with only 11 miles on it which was pretty cool.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 10:41:18 AM
 :thumbs: Sounds awesome!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 23, 2016, 10:55:50 AM
wacky, you deserve some luxury in your life, treat yo self.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 10:59:28 AM
I feel ya, bud! :cheers:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Bill Clarahan on March 23, 2016, 11:01:44 AM
I have an '88 Chevy PU 4 x 4 with around 675K, current engine has around 275K, tranny rebuilt twice.  She's a peach.

For a guy named Bill Carahan, you sure drive a crap vehicle.

Not my only vehicle, and it's Clarahan, to you
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 11:02:21 AM
I have an '88 Chevy PU 4 x 4 with around 675K, current engine has around 275K, tranny rebuilt twice.  She's a peach.

For a guy named Bill Carahan, you sure drive a crap vehicle.

Not my only vehicle, and it's Carahan, to you

WHATEVER, CARAHAN.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: The Big Train on March 23, 2016, 12:21:41 PM
How far have you gone...

Now that that's taken care of, my Ferrari has like 108k on it and it's gonna keep going for a long time I think
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 23, 2016, 01:07:35 PM
what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Yeah, they tried to explain it to me. But talking cars with me is like trying to teach Spanish to a 2 year old. Just beady eyes and staring off into the distance.

I'm pretty sure there are some two year olds that have a better grasp on Spanish than you do on English.  :lol:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Fedor on March 23, 2016, 01:16:36 PM
what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Yeah, they tried to explain it to me. But talking cars with me is like trying to teach Spanish to a 2 year old. Just beady eyes and staring off into the distance.

I'm pretty sure there are some two year olds that have a better grasp on Spanish than you do on English.  :lol:
Probably cars as well.  Wacky, when you say "kickback" do you actually mean "backfire"?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on March 23, 2016, 01:16:45 PM
Yes this particular thread was brutal
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: cfbandyman on March 23, 2016, 01:26:27 PM
I'm at about 125k with my '06 Pontiac G6. It still runs, ok, but definitely starting to show signs of age. I plan on using it until the Tesla Model 3 comes out in late 2017 (but most likely late) 2018. Putting my reservation for it down next week too  :gocho: I was planning on getting a new car anyways in about 2017/18 anyways, so this coincides well. IMO I'm fine with anyone wanting to drive a car until it doesn't drive anymore, but I would like to get a new one every 10-12 years or so. I think it's nice to get upgraded to some new tech, better ride, and something that might fit your lifestyle better, and removing a potentially major headache from your life before it becomes one.

For reference, I drove my dad's car ('93 Infiniti J30 that he got from a old lady who basically only used it to go to the store) when I turned 16 until I graduated HS in '07 and got my now current car. He had that car for about 5 years before I drove it, and it was also just about time for it to go too. It had about 150k on it, you really had to baby it to get it going in the winter, and the leather was really starting to wear in it, also not having a CD player sucked (then). Getting my G6 at that point was pretty sweet upgrade at the time, and was perfect for driving to and from K-State, and it was better on gas mileage.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on March 23, 2016, 01:27:38 PM
Cars are the worst
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Post by: steve dave on March 23, 2016, 01:30:36 PM
Enjoy this thread title
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Brock Landers on March 23, 2016, 01:39:20 PM
I am firmly on Team Drive It Until It Dies.  Every car I've owned made it past 200k and only one of them truly died on me so I have been pretty lucky in that sense.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 01:58:01 PM
what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Yeah, they tried to explain it to me. But talking cars with me is like trying to teach Spanish to a 2 year old. Just beady eyes and staring off into the distance.

I'm pretty sure there are some two year olds that have a better grasp on Spanish than you do on English.  :lol:
Probably cars as well.  Wacky, when you say "kickback" do you actually mean "backfire"?
:curse: To both of you! I mean I'll be driving and putting on the gas and then it feels like big foot just punched the front of my car and then it starts accelerating until big foot hits my car again randomly. Feels dangerous in traffic, because sometimes the kickback is so strong, it shuts off the car.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2016, 02:01:20 PM
I'm more confused now than before the explanation
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mhkpasa on March 23, 2016, 02:04:03 PM
I'm more confused now than before the explanation

 :confused: :confused: Are we interpreting that the transmission slips/shifts really hard?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 02:04:51 PM
I DON'T KNOW HOW TO EXPLAIN IT, GUYS! IT FEELS REALLY rough ridin' WEIRD AND DANGEROUS!!!  :curse:
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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 23, 2016, 02:07:49 PM
I DON'T KNOW HOW TO EXPLAIN IT, GUYS! IT FEELS REALLY rough ridin' WEIRD AND DANGEROUS!!!  :curse:

Sounds like you don't know how to drive a car with a manual transmission.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 23, 2016, 02:11:21 PM
i'd like to hear more about these "trusted" guys that you take your car too
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 02:11:32 PM
I've been doing it for years, this is the only car that has ever done this, because Germany!!!
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 02:12:48 PM
i'd like to hear more about these "trusted" guys that you take your car too
Family friends. They've been around for years!!! Grandpa, to father, to son. http://www.donovansservice.com/?PageData=111841
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2016, 02:13:40 PM
I'm more confused now than before the explanation

 :confused: :confused: Are we interpreting that the transmission slips/shifts really hard?

Slipping gears is my guess
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Emo EMAW on March 23, 2016, 02:26:33 PM
Does a foot punch or kick?  Asking for a Spanish speaking 2 year old.   :confused:
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Post by: Institutional Control on March 23, 2016, 02:46:25 PM
Three years is about enough time In a car before getting a new one.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Brock Landers on March 23, 2016, 02:47:41 PM
I'm pretty sure he was referring to Big Foot, not a "big foot". 
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 03:00:01 PM
I'm pretty sure he was referring to Big Foot, not a "big foot".
Yeah
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Post by: AbeFroman on March 23, 2016, 03:09:20 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it
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Post by: ChiComCat on March 23, 2016, 03:12:04 PM
lol @ wacky thinking a muffler gasket is a real thing
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 03:15:24 PM
 :dunno:
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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 23, 2016, 03:20:06 PM
I'm pretty sure he was referring to Big Foot, not a "big foot".
Yeah

OMG. I didn't even consider that possibility.
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Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 03:26:34 PM
Wait, you guys don't lease? LOL. Good job idiots, investing in a depreciating asset is a great way to go about life. I'm sure you all have no problem lighting piles of money on fire to keep warm in the winter either.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on March 23, 2016, 03:28:02 PM
I got 260k on my '06 Tacoma and it's ride or die nah mean?
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Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 23, 2016, 04:01:02 PM
Wait, you guys don't lease? LOL. Good job idiots, investing in a depreciating asset is a great way to go about life. I'm sure you all have no problem lighting piles of money on fire to keep warm in the winter either.

1. Cars are not an investment.  They are transportation.
2. If you drive a lot, leases will eff you.
3. If you like to have a new car every 2-3 years, have good credit, and don't exceed the mileage limits, then leasing is the best choice.  If you don't fit those criteria, or you want a car that's actually fun or you want to customize, then don't lease.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 04:07:00 PM
Wait, you guys don't lease? LOL. Good job idiots, investing in a depreciating asset is a great way to go about life. I'm sure you all have no problem lighting piles of money on fire to keep warm in the winter either.

1. Cars are not an investment.  They are transportation.
2. If you drive a lot, leases will eff you.
3. If you like to have a new car every 2-3 years, have good credit, and don't exceed the mileage limits, then leasing is the best choice.  If you don't fit those criteria, or you want a car that's actually fun or you want to customize, then don't lease.

I usually only drive the ferrari inbetween trips to the heli pad and home, so you have some valid points.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on March 23, 2016, 04:08:50 PM
Wait, you guys don't lease? LOL. Good job idiots, investing in a depreciating asset is a great way to go about life. I'm sure you all have no problem lighting piles of money on fire to keep warm in the winter either.

1. Cars are not an investment.  They are transportation.
2. If you drive a lot, leases will eff you.
3. If you like to have a new car every 2-3 years, have good credit, and don't exceed the mileage limits, then leasing is the best choice.  If you don't fit those criteria, or you want a car that's actually fun or you want to customize, then don't lease.

I usually only drive the ferrari inbetween trips to the heli pad and home, so you have some valid points.

You need a 4 season rig durangocat.
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Post by: Missouriscribe on March 23, 2016, 04:11:14 PM
drove my 2001 Hyundai from mile 9 to 230,000. Really wanted 300k but I knew that was greedy.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Emo EMAW on March 23, 2016, 04:32:29 PM
Now that I think about it the earliest I've given up on a car is 232,000, back in ought-6 when I traded in my '95 Honda Accord for the Taco.  Previous to that my '78 Mercedes 240D had over 250k on it before the odometer quit working.
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Post by: puniraptor on March 23, 2016, 05:11:33 PM
Young children have a superior capacity to learn languages.
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2016, 05:13:51 PM
I'm pretty sure he was referring to Big Foot, not a "big foot".
Yeah

OMG. I didn't even consider that possibility.

Because it isn't
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2016, 05:22:58 PM
The act of "big foot" (the character) punching my car is what I meant guys. Sheesh.
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2016, 05:26:30 PM
The act of big foot?  :confused:
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Post by: mocat on March 23, 2016, 05:33:46 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe
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Post by: pissclams on March 23, 2016, 05:35:31 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe

in what way is losing your car and having to wait for an insurance check and then dealing with replacing your previous car that was wrecked by some fuckstick rear ending you, "great" ?
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Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 05:38:49 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe

in what way is losing your car and having to wait for an insurance check and then dealing with replacing your previous car that was wrecked by some fuckstick rear ending you, "great" ?

not to mention the latent physical effects lying in wait, or the i'm sure mental trauma that goes along with living through something like that. feel for you abe. if you ever need someone to talk to, just pm me.
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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 23, 2016, 06:10:05 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe

in what way is losing your car and having to wait for an insurance check and then dealing with replacing your previous car that was wrecked by some fuckstick rear ending you, "great" ?

not to mention the latent physical effects lying in wait, or the i'm sure mental trauma that goes along with living through something like that. feel for you abe. if you ever need someone to talk to, just pm me.

When I got rear ended it cause me to be freaked out any time a car was quickly approaching from behind for quite a while. Abe was probably similarly traumatized.
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Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 06:12:49 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe

in what way is losing your car and having to wait for an insurance check and then dealing with replacing your previous car that was wrecked by some fuckstick rear ending you, "great" ?

not to mention the latent physical effects lying in wait, or the i'm sure mental trauma that goes along with living through something like that. feel for you abe. if you ever need someone to talk to, just pm me.

When I got rear ended it cause me to be freaked out any time a car was quickly approaching from behind for quite a while. Abe was probably similarly traumatized.

Really a very common issue. Feel for you. But, hey, he got a "free" car out of it, so that is super nice. So #blessed, Abe.
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Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 23, 2016, 07:38:24 PM
I'm jealous of you people that got a sense of anxiety from being rear-ended.

All I got was a giant hassle from the insurance company, a bulging disc and pinched nerve in my back which are going to require surgery, and an ongoing lawsuit.
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Post by: The Big Train on March 23, 2016, 07:50:42 PM
we wouldnt expect anything less from you
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Post by: asava on March 23, 2016, 11:41:22 PM
Man, TCUHornedFrog is tough!
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Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 08:06:47 AM

I am firmly on Team Drive It Until It Dies.  Every car I've owned made it past 200k and only one of them truly died on me so I have been pretty lucky in that sense.
Doesn't sound like you are very firm on this if you have only done it once.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 08:08:55 AM

what are they "tightening"?

muffler gasket.
Yeah, they tried to explain it to me. But talking cars with me is like trying to teach Spanish to a 2 year old. Just beady eyes and staring off into the distance.

I'm pretty sure there are some two year olds that have a better grasp on Spanish than you do on English.  :lol:
Probably cars as well.  Wacky, when you say "kickback" do you actually mean "backfire"?
:curse: To both of you! I mean I'll be driving and putting on the gas and then it feels like big foot just punched the front of my car and then it starts accelerating until big foot hits my car again randomly. Feels dangerous in traffic, because sometimes the kickback is so strong, it shuts off the car.
where and what are you putting the gas on?


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 08:19:22 AM
 :shakesfist: I'm a great driver, ass hats. I just dropped off my car and told "my guy" to do whatever he needs to do to get that thing through the finish line (June).
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Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 10:23:56 AM
:shakesfist: I'm a great driver, ass hats. I just dropped off my car and told "my guy" to do whatever he needs to do to get that thing through the finish line (June).

i realize you're getting married soon but if you need a car that badly, what's waiting 2 months going to accomplish?
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Post by: wetwillie on March 24, 2016, 10:32:25 AM
I'd sell the beast on Craigslist for whatever you can get and carpool or something until then.  That death trap might kill you before you even make it to June.
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Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 10:36:08 AM
i wouldn't recommend carmax other than i think they will basically accept any type of trade in.  better than just towing the car away as junk.
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Post by: 8manpick on March 24, 2016, 10:54:21 AM

:shakesfist: I'm a great driver, ass hats. I just dropped off my car and told "my guy" to do whatever he needs to do to get that thing through the finish line (June).

i realize you're getting married soon but if you need a car that badly, what's waiting 2 months going to accomplish?

Wedding $$ gifts maybe?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: kso_FAN on March 24, 2016, 10:54:31 AM
If the costs of repairs are too high, make sure you can drive the thing to a car lot and if it runs enough to do that you should get at least 1k trade in value and maybe more. It gives you another negotiation point so you can go back and forth on the price and on the trade in value and usually the dealer will work with one or the other to get you somewhere near what you want.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 24, 2016, 10:56:58 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 11:06:10 AM
Wacky, if you are already broke due to the wedding, how are you going to afford a car payment after the wedding? I know your credo is NO CONSEQUENCES, but I just want to make sure you take a second to think about getting a car payment on the back end of being broke.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 24, 2016, 11:12:15 AM
probably missed it, but why aren't mrs wacky's parents paying for this wedding with their bbq fortune?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 11:13:40 AM
They are paying for it. And it's not bbq how they got their $. They use to be the main dairy supplier in KC, back in the day. Only thing i'm paying for is the honeymoon, because I want to feel like a man of some sorts.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 11:14:36 AM

:shakesfist: I'm a great driver, ass hats. I just dropped off my car and told "my guy" to do whatever he needs to do to get that thing through the finish line (June).

i realize you're getting married soon but if you need a car that badly, what's waiting 2 months going to accomplish?

Wedding $$ gifts maybe?
Yeah. Joint accounts, being cheap, etc.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 11:16:44 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Wedding ring bans, honeymoon, paid for my guys suits and shoes, student loans take a good portion of one of my checks, etc.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 11:18:46 AM
Wacky, if you are already broke due to the wedding, how are you going to afford a car payment after the wedding? I know your credo is NO CONSEQUENCES, but I just want to make sure you take a second to think about getting a car payment on the back end of being broke.
I have amazing credit. I have plenty of wiggle room for a new car payment. Problem is, i'm just a cheap ass. I seriously would rather see the $ in my account, then use it. It's a weird thing. However, when i'm out with my friends, i'm very generous. I don't understand the way i'm processed. brb. doing chipotle.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 11:19:58 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Wedding ring bans, honeymoon, paid for my guys suits and shoes, student loans take a good portion of one of my checks, etc.
Proud of you. Good job.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 24, 2016, 11:24:10 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Wedding ring bans, honeymoon, paid for my guys suits and shoes, student loans take a good portion of one of my checks, etc.

well that's nice of you, no further questions your on her
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 11:30:10 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Wedding ring bans, honeymoon, paid for my guys suits and shoes, student loans take a good portion of one of my checks, etc.
Wacky, you guys will probably buy a house and want to have kids, right?  You need to go ahead and buy yourself a car you will be happy with sooner instead of later.

I doubt a minivan is ever in the cards for the Wacky08s so my advice is get yourself a nice SUV that you will get you thru the next 10 years of first house projects and then hauling around all the babies & baby stuff.  It will never be easier to pay for it than it will be in the next year or two.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 11:31:56 AM
I just can't reconcile wacky saying how he's slaying it at working with him telling his guys to make sure the ole deathtrap runs for 3 months.  =mods=?
Wedding ring bans, honeymoon, paid for my guys suits and shoes, student loans take a good portion of one of my checks, etc.

well that's nice of you, no further questions your on her
I bet Wacky bought Zoot suits. That would be a very wacky thing to do.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 24, 2016, 11:33:40 AM
or go buy a cheap Honda accord or some crap that's reliable, and when you have kids in 2 or 3 years, trade it for something bigger since you'll likely both be making more than you are today, and all the wedding expenses are behind you
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 11:40:21 AM
if you can't afford a new (different) car now, you won't be able to afford one in 2 months
you can do whatever you want with wedding gift money, but buying a used honda seems like a pretty bad choice

and if you think that you're going to have more free reign with your finances after getting married, good luck with that

man the eff up and go finance a honda if you can't buy one outright, it's quite the adult decision and mrs wacky will be impressed
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 11:41:35 AM
or go buy a cheap Honda accord or some crap that's reliable, and when you have kids in 2 or 3 years, trade it for something bigger since you'll likely both be making more than you are today, and all the wedding expenses are behind you
ya gotta be careful playing that game, wait too long and you are at the "move to the bigger, more expensive 2nd house" stage with an even smaller vehicle budget. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 11:45:13 AM
or go buy a cheap Honda accord or some crap that's reliable, and when you have kids in 2 or 3 years, trade it for something bigger since you'll likely both be making more than you are today, and all the wedding expenses are behind you
ya gotta be careful playing that game, wait too long and you are at the "move to the bigger, more expensive 2nd house" stage with an even smaller vehicle budget.
That is why you should start out in a huge house. Just go all out. It'll be a pain in the ass, but then you can down size and make a bunch of money when you sell the huge house.

(Is this the thread where people talk about bad financial decisions they are about to make and then everyone else encourages them not to make that bad financial decision, but here is a different bad financial decision you should make?)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: meow meow on March 24, 2016, 11:57:06 AM
or go buy a cheap Honda accord or some crap that's reliable, and when you have kids in 2 or 3 years, trade it for something bigger since you'll likely both be making more than you are today, and all the wedding expenses are behind you
ya gotta be careful playing that game, wait too long and you are at the "move to the bigger, more expensive 2nd house" stage with an even smaller vehicle budget.

if you're moving to a bigger 2nd house to where you can't afford upgrading your Honda accord, you're a giant dumbass
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 11:57:38 AM
or go buy a cheap Honda accord or some crap that's reliable, and when you have kids in 2 or 3 years, trade it for something bigger since you'll likely both be making more than you are today, and all the wedding expenses are behind you

Don't do this. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 11:58:29 AM
Ok guys, sheesh.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 12:01:01 PM
Ok guys, sheesh.

Cheap Hondas are cheap for a reason.  Honda carries a premium in the used car market (it's unjustified for the most part IMO).

Don't buy an SUV either.  They suck.  Don't buy a minivan.  They suck more than SUVs. 

Buy a Camaro SS or a Mustang GT.  Any kids you have will be small at first so they don't need leg room.  This will allow you to enjoy life before eventual kids ruin it.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 12:06:32 PM
the last two cheap Hondas that I bought went +100k miles after purchasing with the biggest maintenance issue being a new alternator
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 12:07:28 PM
the last two cheap Hondas that I bought went +100k miles after purchasing with the biggest maintenance issue being a new alternator
you didn't change the timing belts?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 12:08:15 PM
the last two cheap Hondas that I bought went +100k miles after purchasing with the biggest maintenance issue being a new alternator

When was the last time you purchased a cheap honda? Also, what is cheap to you?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 12:12:37 PM
the last two cheap Hondas that I bought went +100k miles after purchasing with the biggest maintenance issue being a new alternator
you didn't change the timing belts?
you know what, you're right.  the accord that had the alternator go also had the timing belt break while I was driving it...no engine damage done but obvs had to replace it


I spent $1200 on the accord and $2000 on the civic
the distributor died on the civic but was easy to replace as was the radiator
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 12:14:35 PM
the last two cheap Hondas that I bought went +100k miles after purchasing with the biggest maintenance issue being a new alternator
you didn't change the timing belts?
you know what, you're right.  the accord that had the alternator go also had the timing belt break while I was driving it...no engine damage done but obvs had to replace it


I spent $1200 on the accord and $2000 on the civic
the distributor died on the civic but was easy to replace as was the radiator
ya, the timing belts (and weak ass transmissions on the SUVs & Vans) are Honda's only downside as the ultimate driving appliance
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:17:15 PM
I've probably spent close to $6000 in repairs on this car and it only has 130,000 miles on it.  :lol:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 12:18:11 PM
I've probably spent close to $6000 in repairs on this car and it only has 130,000 miles on it.  :lol:
what did you pay for it?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 12:20:20 PM
I've probably spent close to $6000 in repairs on this car and it only has 130,000 miles on it.  :lol:

Volkswagens are expensive as eff to own.  They carry a BMW-like premium on parts and labor without having the quality of BMW. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:22:17 PM
Well, after some jackass spun me into a 180 turn on 69 highway into the rough ridin' median, blowing up my car, I got right around 10 K back from the insurance company. I had 4K left on the car loan. paid that off and had 6 K left. I bought this VW with only 70,000 miles on it at the time for $9,500. It had two previous owners tho. I should have known.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 12:29:04 PM
seriously, buy yourself a nice 4runner now and try and get it paid off before you have kids and the Mrs stops/reduces her working. You will have something dependable and big enough for the family that will run forever if you just keep the oil changed. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:32:35 PM
Yeah, I know it's a little thing, but I need something with leg space. I know 'Clams feels me on this one. Ms Wacky already bought a Tahoe last year, so we're good on the big vehicle for future kids. I need something for just me mainly. :)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 12:35:29 PM
Yeah, I know it's a little thing, but I need something with leg space. I know 'Clams feels me on this one. Ms Wacky already bought a Tahoe last year, so we're good on the big vehicle for future kids. I need something for just me mainly. :)

A Mustang GT or Camaro SS has plenty of leg space for the driver.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 12:37:28 PM
Or you could look at the Ford Focus ST (or the RS if you can get your hands on one).

Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: AbeFroman on March 24, 2016, 12:39:29 PM
My last car hit 100k the week before some idiot texted and drove into the back of it. Got a nice check and a car with 40 miles on it

That is great Abe

in what way is losing your car and having to wait for an insurance check and then dealing with replacing your previous car that was wrecked by some fuckstick rear ending you, "great" ?

not to mention the latent physical effects lying in wait, or the i'm sure mental trauma that goes along with living through something like that. feel for you abe. if you ever need someone to talk to, just pm me.

I coped. I'm not a FP. Insurance check came within a week, and of course I had a decent rental in the meantime. It didn't make it free, but it was a quick and easy way to upgrade than "team drive it till it dies", got me more money than a shitty lowball offer for a trade-in or the hassle of selling the car to some idiot.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:40:16 PM
I always wanted a mustang, until my friend came into town and it snowed over night, and myself and about 4 other guys had to push his ass up some big hill, because it just can't do it in the snow. It changed my prospective on mustangs after that.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: The Big Train on March 24, 2016, 12:42:20 PM
Not jumping on puni's hellantra is really coming back to bite you in the ass
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:44:02 PM
 :lol:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on March 24, 2016, 12:45:55 PM
I drive them until they're nearly dead too. Ridgeline is 8 yo with 165k. Prius C is four years old with 123k (made a killing on mileage reimbursement for two years).

I drive a company provided Ford Escape now. Very comfortable. Decent fuel economy (25-30mpg). 29k in ten months. I'd recommend if you don't want a car.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Tobias on March 24, 2016, 12:53:20 PM
wacky, i think it's time for you to join your pal tobias in the "i don't give a crap about cars, just don't look embarrassing and be super easy to maintain" club and hop yourself into a honda accord
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 12:55:26 PM
 :thumbs: That's exactly who I am, Tobias. I think we're onto something here. I'll start looking. Thanks for all the pro tips!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 12:59:42 PM
wacky, i think it's time for you to join your pal tobias in the "i don't give a crap about cars, just don't look embarrassing and be super easy to maintain" club and hop yourself into a honda accord
don't do it to yourself Wacky, Tobias will still be enjoying his single digit commute in 'itch mhk while you are doing the 435 hell tour after you buy the house in Western Shawnee to be near the mrs fam

 

Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 01:00:53 PM
 :ohno: That all sounds way too close to home.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 01:55:21 PM
I am proud of the practical nature of many of my gE friends ITT.


Gonna win 'em all! (using Tapatalk)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Rage Against the McKee on March 24, 2016, 02:10:30 PM
I wouldn't listen to the people telling you to buy an SUV because you might have kids in the future.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:29:51 PM
Honda Accords are extremely beige.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 24, 2016, 02:34:07 PM
This tcu poster is gross white trash  :Yuck:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Emo EMAW on March 24, 2016, 02:34:51 PM
I put a LeBra on my Honda Accord and that crap was tits.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:39:14 PM
This tcu poster is gross white trash  :Yuck:

Incorrect.  I like fun cars.  I dislike boring and shitty handling cars.  I do hate SUVs.  People that own them usually drive around with the vehicle empty 99% of the time. 

The Camaro SS and Mustang GT are great values on the $ spent per awesomeness scale.  BMW makes some good cars but if Wacky is complaining about cost of owning the VW, then BMW isn't for him because they're even worse (Mercedes too).

Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:40:04 PM
I put a LeBra on my Honda Accord and that crap was tits.

 :sdeek:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 24, 2016, 02:40:44 PM
White

Trash
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:43:11 PM
White

Trash

And what do you drive?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 24, 2016, 02:48:22 PM
An empty suv
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Emo EMAW on March 24, 2016, 02:48:47 PM
I was going to guess Dodge Dakota for lib.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 24, 2016, 02:49:33 PM
I would guess a Dodge Dakota for you  :sdeek:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:49:51 PM
An empty suv

white trash
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:51:10 PM
Wacky,

If you insist on buying a boring Accord then at least get something like a Triumph Street Triple to go with it so you don't bore yourself to death. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 02:52:20 PM
I'll look into all options listed. I appreciate everyone's time on the matter.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on March 24, 2016, 02:53:25 PM
Wacky,

If you insist on buying a boring Accord then at least get something like a Triumph Street Triple to go with it so you don't bore yourself to death.

So white trash dallas suburbey
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 02:57:10 PM

So white trash dallas suburbey

No, that would apply if I recommended a Ducati Monster or Harley Soft-tail/lowrider/anything other than the VROD. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on March 24, 2016, 02:59:47 PM
My friend had a nice mazda3 with leather and whatnot and it was only a couple years old. He moved to dallas and received crap nonstop from coworkers for driving a mommy car. I mean which party is white trash in that story?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: TCUHornedFrog on March 24, 2016, 03:02:04 PM
My friend had a nice mazda3 with leather and whatnot and it was only a couple years old. He moved to dallas and received crap nonstop from coworkers for driving a mommy car. I mean which party is white trash in that story?

I currently drive a Mazda Speed3.  I'm getting rid of a 2008 Mazda 3.  They're great cars and even with the lower trim options they're more fun to drive than an Accord.

Dallas is overpopulated with assholes that think bigger vehicles make them better drivers.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 03:04:26 PM
i'd rather drive the new honda accord sport over a mazda
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Emo EMAW on March 24, 2016, 03:06:09 PM
THIS is combofanning season!  :combofan:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 03:07:27 PM
wacks, have you considered buying a Can-Am Spyder?  you can pick them up used for under $9k and you'd be a true boner-causer.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 03:35:30 PM
I have a '10 dodge ram 1500 with bout 50k on it.

my last car was a 96 jeep grand cherokee that died at about 325k. it was a dream car as far as maintenance is concerned. didn't spend more than $500 on any single repair. I had the headliner replaced in it b/c it started to fall off, that was honestly the most expensive repair I had done. I learned a lot about cars as I did almost all the maintenance on it myself. flush the tranny, change the oil, replace break fluid/pads, even replaced the radiator once. it was a fun car. I don't feel like I can do that stuff with my truck now, too many electronics and insanely expensive things I could break if I do something wrong.

TLDR: in my experience jeeps run forever and are great vehicles.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 03:41:11 PM
wacks, have you considered buying a Can-Am Spyder?  you can pick them up used for under $9k and you'd be a true boner-causer.
:love:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 24, 2016, 03:44:01 PM
wacks, have you considered buying a Can-Am Spyder?  you can pick them up used for under $9k and you'd be a true boner-causer.
:love:

OMG do you know how dangerous that is going to be when you are texting?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 03:49:09 PM
I have a '10 dodge ram 1500 with bout 50k on it.

my last car was a 96 jeep grand cherokee that died at about 325k. it was a dream car as far as maintenance is concerned. didn't spend more than $500 on any single repair. I had the headliner replaced in it b/c it started to fall off, that was honestly the most expensive repair I had done. I learned a lot about cars as I did almost all the maintenance on it myself. flush the tranny, change the oil, replace break fluid/pads, even replaced the radiator once. it was a fun car. I don't feel like I can do that stuff with my truck now, too many electronics and insanely expensive things I could break if I do something wrong.

TLDR: in my experience jeeps run forever and are great vehicles.
you can still do almost all that on your truck still, most of the things you listed have change much but you should be enjoying that sweet 6,000 lb GVWR tax write off anyways.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 03:50:15 PM
wacks, have you considered buying a Can-Am Spyder?  you can pick them up used for under $9k and you'd be a true boner-causer.
:love:

OMG do you know how dangerous that is going to be when you are texting?

waks next car:
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-sSrtQHa2_Nc/UDfSYTlHt7I/AAAAAAAAAPg/GrZmPLK7XBA/s1600/orange+T-rex+motorcycle.jpg)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 03:51:27 PM
Could you imagine, guys? Seeing me role up to one of our PAK's in that? Taking off my aviators and just big bossing it?  :gocho:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 03:52:18 PM
I have a '10 dodge ram 1500 with bout 50k on it.

my last car was a 96 jeep grand cherokee that died at about 325k. it was a dream car as far as maintenance is concerned. didn't spend more than $500 on any single repair. I had the headliner replaced in it b/c it started to fall off, that was honestly the most expensive repair I had done. I learned a lot about cars as I did almost all the maintenance on it myself. flush the tranny, change the oil, replace break fluid/pads, even replaced the radiator once. it was a fun car. I don't feel like I can do that stuff with my truck now, too many electronics and insanely expensive things I could break if I do something wrong.

TLDR: in my experience jeeps run forever and are great vehicles.
you can still do almost all that on your truck still, most of the things you listed have change much but you should be enjoying that sweet 6,000 lb GVWR tax write off anyways.

yeah, i suppose. mostly it's due to my time constraints now, and I felt much less concerned about messing up a $2,000 car than I do about my somewhat new $30,000 truck.

what is this write off? how much $ have I been losing by not using it?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 03:53:05 PM
I have a '10 dodge ram 1500 with bout 50k on it.

my last car was a 96 jeep grand cherokee that died at about 325k. it was a dream car as far as maintenance is concerned. didn't spend more than $500 on any single repair. I had the headliner replaced in it b/c it started to fall off, that was honestly the most expensive repair I had done. I learned a lot about cars as I did almost all the maintenance on it myself. flush the tranny, change the oil, replace break fluid/pads, even replaced the radiator once. it was a fun car. I don't feel like I can do that stuff with my truck now, too many electronics and insanely expensive things I could break if I do something wrong.

TLDR: in my experience jeeps run forever and are great vehicles.
you can still do almost all that on your truck still, most of the things you listed have change much but you should be enjoying that sweet 6,000 lb GVWR tax write off anyways.

yeah, i suppose. mostly it's due to my time constraints now, and I felt much less concerned about messing up a $2,000 car than I do about my somewhat new $30,000 truck.

what is this write off? how much $ have I been losing by not using it?
you can write off $25k in the first year  :sdeek:
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Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 03:55:40 PM
I have a '10 dodge ram 1500 with bout 50k on it.

my last car was a 96 jeep grand cherokee that died at about 325k. it was a dream car as far as maintenance is concerned. didn't spend more than $500 on any single repair. I had the headliner replaced in it b/c it started to fall off, that was honestly the most expensive repair I had done. I learned a lot about cars as I did almost all the maintenance on it myself. flush the tranny, change the oil, replace break fluid/pads, even replaced the radiator once. it was a fun car. I don't feel like I can do that stuff with my truck now, too many electronics and insanely expensive things I could break if I do something wrong.

TLDR: in my experience jeeps run forever and are great vehicles.
you can still do almost all that on your truck still, most of the things you listed have change much but you should be enjoying that sweet 6,000 lb GVWR tax write off anyways.

yeah, i suppose. mostly it's due to my time constraints now, and I felt much less concerned about messing up a $2,000 car than I do about my somewhat new $30,000 truck.

what is this write off? how much $ have I been losing by not using it?
you can write off $25k in the first year  :sdeek:

wut? even if bought used? my tax guy mumped me!
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Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 03:57:14 PM
gotta be new
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Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 03:58:19 PM
gotta be new

oh ok. I was about to get real pissed.
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Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 03:58:27 PM
also supposed to be 100% biz only so you will need to buy a Harley or old convert as your personal vehicle
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Post by: KCFDcat on March 24, 2016, 04:00:27 PM
also supposed to be 100% biz only so you will need to buy a Harley or old convert as your personal vehicle

oh, I bought this vehicle long before I had a business. But I'll know for the future!
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 24, 2016, 04:05:08 PM
I sold my seXterra for more than it was initially purchased for with a blown head gasket  :D
Drove it for 10 years  :driving: spending a lot of money on a car seems silly to me
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Post by: slobber on March 24, 2016, 04:05:25 PM

Could you imagine, guys? Seeing me role up to one of our PAK's in that? Taking off my aviators and just big bossing it?  :gocho:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 24, 2016, 04:05:50 PM



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Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 04:06:52 PM
I sold my seXterra for more than it was initially purchased for with a blown head gasket  :D
Drove it for 10 years  :driving: spending a lot of money on a car seems silly to me
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 24, 2016, 04:10:15 PM
I sold my seXterra for more than it was initially purchased for with a blown head gasket  :D
Drove it for 10 years  :driving: spending a lot of money on a car seems silly to me
(http://www.reactiongifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/iceman.gif)
bought it salvaged, had it fixed at the tech school. sold to some idiot who's girlfriend use to have/love one
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Post by: Skipper44 on March 24, 2016, 04:13:52 PM
I sold my seXterra for more than it was initially purchased for with a blown head gasket  :D
Drove it for 10 years  :driving: spending a lot of money on a car seems silly to me
(http://www.reactiongifs.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/iceman.gif)
bought it salvaged, had it fixed at the tech school. sold to some idiot who's girlfriend use to have/love one
you are the exact opposite of Wacky, automotively speaking
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 24, 2016, 04:14:32 PM
Schrute up I always say!

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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on March 24, 2016, 04:23:56 PM
Could you imagine, guys? Seeing me role up to one of our PAK's in that? Taking off my aviators and just big bossing it?  :gocho:

 :D
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Post by: 8manpick on March 24, 2016, 10:28:36 PM

if you can't afford a new (different) car now, you won't be able to afford one in 2 months
you can do whatever you want with wedding gift money, but buying a used honda seems like a pretty bad choice

and if you think that you're going to have more free reign with your finances after getting married, good luck with that

man the eff up and go finance a honda if you can't buy one outright, it's quite the adult decision and mrs wacky will be impressed

Maybe wacky is going to get like $75k in wedding cash and he can just pay straight cash on a new BMW come July
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Post by: pissclams on March 24, 2016, 10:50:01 PM
i hadn't thought of that, might not be a bad idea to go that route.  he'll prob get an X3 though :lol:  omg an X3 LOL
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 25, 2016, 08:25:56 AM
Guys, I spent $40 with my guy yesterday to tighten everything, check the levels, and change the oil. It feels like a totally new car now. Crisis averted. No kickback either. I'll bump this thread back in a year.  :Woot: :thumbsup:
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Post by: slobber on March 25, 2016, 08:41:21 AM
Congrats Wacky. Your plan worked out perfectly!
NO CONSEQUENCES!!


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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 25, 2016, 08:49:40 AM
 :thumbs: #NoConsequences
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Post by: The Big Train on March 25, 2016, 08:56:03 AM
And no text messages to distract you either!
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 25, 2016, 08:57:08 AM
And no text messages to distract you either!
Like a boss!  :cheers:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 02:06:02 PM
It finally broke down for good fellas. Gonna tow this bitch somewhere and buy something this week.  :ohno:
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Post by: mocat on November 15, 2016, 02:09:10 PM
this thread title is the best
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Post by: pissclams on November 15, 2016, 02:43:17 PM
i wonder why kind of car that wacks is going to get
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 03:04:10 PM
Something reasonable, but efficient. Here are some early candidates.

http://www.kbb.com/cars-for-sale/435230197/?totalresults=4&index=1&atcmake=ford&atcmodel=edge&searchtype=all&zipcode=&bodystyle=suv&color=black&drive=awd&pricerange=0-17000&distance=50&r=299265430226785200

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/677646686/overview/

http://www.kiadealers.com/kansas-city/certified/Kia/2014-Kia-Sorento-541ab65a0a0e0a6b0cf40ddb1d8d7e3f.htm

http://www.hendrickchevroletkc.com/VehicleDetails/used-2012-Honda-Accord_Sedan-EX_L_Automatic_Sedan-Duluth-GA/2867291073
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Post by: steve dave on November 15, 2016, 03:06:15 PM
ford edge, lol wut
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Post by: Institutional Control on November 15, 2016, 03:11:18 PM
Guys, I just broke 30k miles. Time to start looking. Thinking of going back to Toyota even though my F150 has been really good to me.


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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 03:13:19 PM
ford edge, lol wut
Mrs. Wacky suggested it. I have no idea what i'm doing.  :blush:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 03:18:05 PM
Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:
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Post by: Emo EMAW on November 15, 2016, 03:19:53 PM
Kids are great wacky. 
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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on November 15, 2016, 03:23:11 PM
Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:

Get something with a lot of leg room for the kid in the back or you are going to have SD's problem of the annoying kid kicking your seat.
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 03:23:59 PM
Kids are great wacky.
Oh, i'm sure. Just want to finish paying off these student loans first.

Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:

Get something with a lot of leg room for the kid in the back or you are going to have SD's problem of the annoying kid kicking your seat.
:thumbs:
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Post by: IPA4Me on November 15, 2016, 04:30:26 PM
Kids are great wacky.
Oh, i'm sure. Just want to finish paying off these student loans first.

Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:

Get something with a lot of leg room for the kid in the back or you are going to have SD's problem of the annoying kid kicking your seat.
:thumbs:
Ford Taurus is a nice family sedan. Grab a three year old corporate lease return with 50K miles for $13-15K.
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Post by: Skipper44 on November 15, 2016, 07:26:11 PM
Kids are great wacky.
Oh, i'm sure. Just want to finish paying off these student loans first.

Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:

Get something with a lot of leg room for the kid in the back or you are going to have SD's problem of the annoying kid kicking your seat.
:thumbs:
before you buy anything borrow a rear facing car seat and base, put it in all three backseat locations and decide if you can stand riding in both front seats. 

If Mrs Wacky is a safety nazi borrow a Brittax or add 6 inches, those suckers are huge
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Post by: pissclams on November 15, 2016, 07:32:31 PM
here you go wacks, -  Link to your dream car (http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/vehicledetails.xhtml?zip=66118&modelCode1=H2&showcaseOwnerId=0&mmt=%5BAMGEN%5BH2%5B%5D%5D%5B%5D%5D&showcaseListingId=0&startYear=1981&sortBy=derivedpriceASC&makeCode1=AMGEN&firstRecord=0&endYear=2017&searchRadius=0&listingId=436779088&Log=0)

your welcome, she's a beaut and a steal at only 190k miles
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 07:55:50 PM
 :ROFL:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 15, 2016, 07:56:36 PM
Kids are great wacky.
Oh, i'm sure. Just want to finish paying off these student loans first.

Also, Mrs. wacky wants a lot of say, because she was like: "You might be hauling around our baby in 4 years. I want to make sure it's not a death trap like the last one".

 :runaway:

I knew this day would come, but hearing it out loud is super  :ohno:

Get something with a lot of leg room for the kid in the back or you are going to have SD's problem of the annoying kid kicking your seat.
:thumbs:
before you buy anything borrow a rear facing car seat and base, put it in all three backseat locations and decide if you can stand riding in both front seats. 

If Mrs Wacky is a safety nazi borrow a Brittax or add 6 inches, those suckers are huge
:thumbs:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 23, 2016, 06:41:48 PM
Ended up with a 2014 Honda Accord  :driving:
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Post by: steve dave on November 23, 2016, 06:57:31 PM
Good choice wacky
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 23, 2016, 07:44:07 PM
 :thumbs:
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Post by: puniraptor on November 23, 2016, 07:49:25 PM
My new pro tip is to not spend more than $1000.
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 23, 2016, 09:01:35 PM
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 24, 2016, 01:21:21 AM
Fwiw, I'm driving this baby like a bitch.
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Post by: slackcat on November 24, 2016, 06:28:30 AM
fuckin' ay!!
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Post by: pissclams on November 24, 2016, 05:00:14 PM
that's a good looking whip, try not to get drunk and drive it straight into a brick wall
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 24, 2016, 05:13:06 PM
 :thumbs:
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Post by: Tobias on November 24, 2016, 05:51:47 PM
wacky, i think it's time for you to join your pal tobias in the "i don't give a crap about cars, just don't look embarrassing and be super easy to maintain" club and hop yourself into a honda accord

congrats wacks
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Post by: star seed 7 on November 24, 2016, 05:53:15 PM
i would probably drive a honda accord
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 24, 2016, 06:58:51 PM
wacky, i think it's time for you to join your pal tobias in the "i don't give a crap about cars, just don't look embarrassing and be super easy to maintain" club and hop yourself into a honda accord

congrats wacks
:Woohoo: :thumbs: It's pretty great lib
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Post by: halfEmpty on November 24, 2016, 07:09:18 PM
Not a bad ride at all. Gets me wondering about the rear seat roominess in that car as I also suffer from the kid kicking the back of the drivers seat and the extra large baby carseat behind the other.  Since I own a VW Diesel and they will be buying it back from me shortly I guess I'm in the car market again.  I hate buying cars.
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Post by: pissclams on November 24, 2016, 07:11:02 PM
i have had a civic and an accord, both lasted well into the +200k mile mark
they're fun to work on too

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Post by: Dugout DickStone on November 26, 2016, 08:30:15 AM
wacky, i think it's time for you to join your pal tobias in the "i don't give a crap about cars, just don't look embarrassing and be super easy to maintain" club and hop yourself into a honda accord

congrats wacks

The word
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Post by: KCFDcat on November 26, 2016, 03:35:52 PM
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Post by: star seed 7 on November 26, 2016, 06:40:06 PM
Is that a minivan?
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Post by: kim carnes on November 26, 2016, 07:12:51 PM
That thing was custom made for grandparents
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Post by: steve dave on November 26, 2016, 07:25:15 PM
Guy I work with has one of those kcfdc, I liked riding it it iirc
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Post by: KCFDcat on November 26, 2016, 07:34:37 PM
My father in law has one and it is comfortable AF. It's for the wife and she likes it, so that's the way it is.


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Post by: pissclams on November 26, 2016, 08:00:48 PM
wouldn't you rather have a cpo on a cadillac?  ya cmax has a warranty but it's not the same
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Post by: KCFDcat on November 27, 2016, 07:51:08 AM
wouldn't you rather have a cpo on a cadillac?  ya cmax has a warranty but it's not the same

It has <10,000 miles on it. Guess I'm just not that concerned about a warranty. The factory power train warranty is still valid.
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Post by: pissclams on November 27, 2016, 10:53:12 AM
wouldn't you rather have a cpo on a cadillac?  ya cmax has a warranty but it's not the same

It has <10,000 miles on it. Guess I'm just not that concerned about a warranty. The factory power train warranty is still valid.

not concerned about a warranty on a used car??  you should be.
the car has <10k miles on it now.  that's not the point. you should be worried about when it has 50k+ miles on it. 

like cadillac says about their cpo warranty- you're not buying the cars past, you're buying its future

but as you pointed out, it looks like cadillac allows for a 6 year/70k mile limited powertrain (the expensive stuff) transferable which covers you from most things except misuse.  you should be fine, but you also have no idea what the previous owner did in that vehicle.

just reading about it, the cpo offers bumper to bumper for 6/70  while the non cpo is powertrain 6/70.
not a huge $$ risk for you, you should be good to go
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Post by: KCFDcat on November 27, 2016, 09:11:47 PM
wouldn't you rather have a cpo on a cadillac?  ya cmax has a warranty but it's not the same

It has <10,000 miles on it. Guess I'm just not that concerned about a warranty. The factory power train warranty is still valid.

not concerned about a warranty on a used car??  you should be.
the car has <10k miles on it now.  that's not the point. you should be worried about when it has 50k+ miles on it. 

like cadillac says about their cpo warranty- you're not buying the cars past, you're buying its future

but as you pointed out, it looks like cadillac allows for a 6 year/70k mile limited powertrain (the expensive stuff) transferable which covers you from most things except misuse.  you should be fine, but you also have no idea what the previous owner did in that vehicle.

just reading about it, the cpo offers bumper to bumper for 6/70  while the non cpo is powertrain 6/70.
not a huge $$ risk for you, you should be good to go

We really don't plan on keeping this, or any, vehicle for more than 4 years, which will still be within the power train warranty.

Anyways, we didn't end up getting it today, because it was a transfer from stl, and it didn't get here today for some reason. Now mrs kcfd is having second thoughts so we may not end up buying it anyways.
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Post by: IPA4Me on February 26, 2017, 06:04:27 AM
Picked up a 2014 Impala 2LT this weekend. Not bad for under $20K and no luxury label on the auto insurance. Lets see if I enjoy this ride for a good 200K miles. I had 175K on the Ridgeline that I recently totaled.
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Post by: SdK on February 26, 2017, 07:23:39 AM
I'm still back in March and this thread is making me laugh. Thanks to all who contributed
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Post by: mocat on February 26, 2017, 07:32:41 AM
The title is bitb
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Post by: SdK on February 26, 2017, 07:39:27 AM
I think this is the 3rd time this has been said. Congrats Wacky. :D
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Post by: IPA4Me on February 26, 2017, 08:54:14 AM
The title is bitb
That is some creative titling.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 26, 2017, 09:43:59 AM
So the 4wd on my Taco broke last Tgiving 2015.  Dealer wanted 3200 to fix, other shop wanted like 2800.  Decided to wait.  And what do you know it started working again this fall. 
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Post by: cDubya on February 26, 2017, 09:45:21 AM
My first car was an '84 Honda Accord 4 door. I was 16 and ended up running that thing well over 200K miles. Best car ever.

 So, yeah, congrats Wacks!
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Post by: Tobias on February 26, 2017, 10:00:11 AM
The title is bitb

absolutely
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 26, 2017, 12:00:22 PM
So the 4wd on my Taco broke last Tgiving 2015.  Dealer wanted 3200 to fix, other shop wanted like 2800.  Decided to wait.  And what do you know it started working again this fall.

 :thumbs:
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Post by: SdK on February 26, 2017, 05:14:25 PM
I once owned a 93 Honda civic hatch back and I made a dumb choice and drove drunk and ended up racing down vattier and jumped the round about. Car sruvived. I also used to take my prelude out into my mom's field and jump the hill and whip kitties. Prelude survived. What I'm saying is that Honda makes a great product that does more than its designed to. Hating on Honda just shows you know nothing about cars. I've also owned a passport and now drive a civic. Only thing that ever happens is that the drain cap leaks.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 26, 2017, 07:01:26 PM
I remember watching a dude hop that roundabout but he was being chased by cops.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 26, 2017, 09:15:35 PM
I drive a 2003 Toyota Camry XLE with 235k on it.  Still runs great. 

Kid "stole" my 2011 Camry. The '03 is a better car.


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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 06:12:29 AM
I think I'm going to get a new Q7
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Post by: IPA4Me on February 27, 2017, 06:26:46 AM
Lil SD couldn't kick my seat
 
:)
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 07:20:27 AM
i have a friend who just totaled her brand new q7 while driving down ward parkway, got t-boned at an intersection w/ her and her daughter in the vehicle. audi went off the road and into a big brick fence post thing.  everyone was OK! except the car.  so i guess they're pretty safe is the message. 

she replaced it with an audi
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 09:53:10 AM
that's good news clams
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on February 27, 2017, 09:56:57 AM
I think this is the 3rd time this has been said. Congrats Wacky. :D
:thumbs: Thanks! 'Clams complimented me on my car the other day too. Feels good to get on the highway and not have to worry if your car is going to stalle during traffic or not.  :D
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Post by: Tobias on February 27, 2017, 09:58:47 AM
ain't no kickback :thumbs:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on February 27, 2017, 09:59:10 AM
ain't no kickback :thumbs:
You got that right!  :cheers:
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 27, 2017, 09:59:48 AM
I once owned a 93 Honda civic hatch back and I made a dumb choice and drove drunk and ended up racing down vattier and jumped the round about. Car sruvived. I also used to take my prelude out into my mom's field and jump the hill and whip kitties. Prelude survived. What I'm saying is that Honda makes a great product that does more than its designed to. Hating on Honda just shows you know nothing about cars. I've also owned a passport and now drive a civic. Only thing that ever happens is that the drain cap leaks.
who was hating on Hondas?  :dunno:
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Post by: Rage Against the McKee on February 27, 2017, 10:00:31 AM
I've went close to 300,000 miles on an old GMC truck that I drove in high school. Never had another vehicle that I felt like driving much past 100k.
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Post by: ShellShock on February 27, 2017, 10:01:30 AM
Currently driving an 03 Impala (~200k miles) and am looking to upgrade in April. Narrowed it down to:

2017 - GMC Acadia
2017 - Cadillac XT5
2017 - Buick Enclave

I'm leaning toward the XT5 currently, but the wife is worried about the reduced seating capacity between it and the Buick/GMC.

Thoughts? Experiences?
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Post by: Rage Against the McKee on February 27, 2017, 10:02:17 AM
Currently driving an 03 Impala (~200k miles) and am looking to upgrade in April. Narrowed it down to:

2017 - GMC Acadia
2017 - Cadillac XT5
2017 - Buick Enclave

I'm leaning toward the XT5 currently, but the wife is worried about the reduced seating capacity between it and the Buick/GMC.

Thoughts? Experiences?

How many kids are you hauling around?
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Post by: ShellShock on February 27, 2017, 10:10:40 AM
Currently driving an 03 Impala (~200k miles) and am looking to upgrade in April. Narrowed it down to:

2017 - GMC Acadia
2017 - Cadillac XT5
2017 - Buick Enclave

I'm leaning toward the XT5 currently, but the wife is worried about the reduced seating capacity between it and the Buick/GMC.

Thoughts? Experiences?

How many kids are you hauling around?

None...yet
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Post by: Rage Against the McKee on February 27, 2017, 10:11:28 AM
I would get the Cadillac XT5, ShellShock.
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Post by: ShellShock on February 27, 2017, 10:13:29 AM
I would get the Cadillac XT5, ShellShock.

 :thumbs:
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 10:15:30 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 27, 2017, 10:26:38 AM
Someone must have scared away that Bigfoot
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Post by: Skipper44 on February 27, 2017, 11:03:28 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings
how much different is the M2 vs a 335 anyways?  Isn't your M3 a V8?   I would keep that and by a daily, my neighbor just bought an off lease '14 335ix for $29k that supposedly has some dealer performance tune that puts over 400hp and doesn't effect the warranty at all. 
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 11:28:58 AM
the m2 is a very different vehicle than the e9x m3, it's basically the next generation m3.  not really comparable to the 335 in any way .  it's time to get out of the m3 while i can still get max value and before 1st round of repairs start, which on an m vehicle are $$$.  tires alone are $2k
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Post by: ednksu on February 27, 2017, 11:32:26 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings
how much different is the M2 vs a 335 anyways?  Isn't your M3 a V8?   I would keep that and by a daily, my neighbor just bought an off lease '14 335ix for $29k that supposedly has some dealer performance tune that puts over 400hp and doesn't effect the warranty at all.

Dinan use to be warranty covered.  Much more effective tunes for way less money out there though. 
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Post by: ednksu on February 27, 2017, 11:34:26 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?
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Post by: SdK on February 27, 2017, 11:35:17 AM
I remember watching a dude hop that roundabout but he was being chased by cops.
I was going to drive to Wamego to see a girl but chose not too and turned around. I was being an idiot.
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Post by: SdK on February 27, 2017, 11:37:11 AM
I think this is the 3rd time this has been said. Congrats Wacky. :D
:thumbs: Thanks! 'Clams complimented me on my car the other day too. Feels good to get on the highway and not have to worry if your car is going to stalle during traffic or not.  :D
Yes. I drove a Mercury Zephyr for a while that didn't have reverse. It felt good to not have to deal with pushing my car out of parking spots at times. Hondas are good cars. And you're white Accord is super sweet.
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Post by: SdK on February 27, 2017, 11:39:01 AM
I once owned a 93 Honda civic hatch back and I made a dumb choice and drove drunk and ended up racing down vattier and jumped the round about. Car sruvived. I also used to take my prelude out into my mom's field and jump the hill and whip kitties. Prelude survived. What I'm saying is that Honda makes a great product that does more than its designed to. Hating on Honda just shows you know nothing about cars. I've also owned a passport and now drive a civic. Only thing that ever happens is that the drain cap leaks.
who was hating on Hondas?  :dunno:
Probably no one. It was probably all in my mind. I just wanted to tell those stories. I'm trying to stop being mean to people on here when I'm unhappy. I think it was an attempt to get some anger out and also not be the bad person I've been on here lately.
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 11:47:49 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?

do not want
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Post by: ednksu on February 27, 2017, 11:51:18 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?

do not want

¿Por qué?
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 12:04:56 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?

do not want

¿Por qué?

it's really not an option.  the model is sold out and i'm going to end up buying from a dealer with in stock inventory.  euro delivery is set up during the ordering process.  also, i'm just not that big of a car dork.
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 12:25:11 PM
Let's talk about why the Q7 is the current front runner for the steve dave shitloads of kids hauler around'er and sd daily driver also.

A) three rows. I only have 2 kids (and only ever will) but sometimes have like a babysitter or family member to drive around as well.
B) 2nd row is big. less kicking my seat from this 3 year old that's the size of a massive 5 year old with long kicking legs.
C) looks cool. not like a jumbo SUV that looks like a pickup truck. more like an embiggen'd station wagon
D) has like technology out the ass and a good stereo and crap
E) feels fancy AF when you sit in it
F) built in sun shades in the second row
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 27, 2017, 12:33:43 PM
F seems like a deal sealer to me
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 27, 2017, 12:35:50 PM
The other day I picked up Lil Emo and we hit some sun and he very dramatically shoved his hands in his face and screamed I'M BLIND.  So ya F seems cool. 
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 12:36:48 PM
yep, and the after market ones suck complete ass and always fall off or something.
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 12:48:43 PM
it's stuff like this that gives me a parent boner these days

Quote
Q7 and Car Seats
The Q7 gets rave reviews for its capability to hold car seats. There are complete LATCH connections on all five of the Q7's rear seats. All of the anchor attachment points are easy to locate and use. There is also plenty of room for the car seats in any seating position, without the need to slide other seats forward and take away legroom from adults sitting up front.

 :love:  :drool:
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 27, 2017, 12:50:28 PM
Why don't they just make normal seats that fit kids. So weird
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 01:15:46 PM
the rules in kansas now are that you kid has to be in a car seat until they're like 12 or something kind of redicu
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Post by: ben ji on February 27, 2017, 01:19:05 PM
I drive a 2003 Toyota Camry XLE with 235k on it.  Still runs great. 

Kid "stole" my 2011 Camry. The '03 is a better car.


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My brother had a 04 Camry XLE and he put a trailer hitch on it. Pulled a trailer around a couple of times a month for about 7 years.

Eventually the engine gave out while pulling that trailer going up a hill on the interstate....245k miles.
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Post by: slackcat on February 27, 2017, 01:20:09 PM
Currently driving an 03 Impala (~200k miles) and am looking to upgrade in April. Narrowed it down to:

2017 - GMC Acadia
2017 - Cadillac XT5
2017 - Buick Enclave

I'm leaning toward the XT5 currently, but the wife is worried about the reduced seating capacity between it and the Buick/GMC.

Thoughts? Experiences?

We have an Acadia, what a rough ridin' boat.  Hard to see behind or on either side, a real bitch to park, sluggish handling, driving with the windows down creates this thumping from the airflow around the vehicle which will give you a headache.  Other than that, nice ride.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 27, 2017, 01:36:00 PM
I drive a 2003 Toyota Camry XLE with 235k on it.  Still runs great. 

Kid "stole" my 2011 Camry. The '03 is a better car.


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My brother had a 04 Camry XLE and he put a trailer hitch on it. Pulled a trailer around a couple of times a month for about 7 years.

Eventually the engine gave out while pulling that trailer going up a hill on the interstate....245k miles.

Pretty good for pulling a trailer around. 

My other car is a 2008 Honda Pilot.  Pretty decent ride.  It has 135k miles. 


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Post by: kim carnes on February 27, 2017, 02:11:25 PM
Let's talk about why the Q7 is the current front runner for the steve dave shitloads of kids hauler around'er and sd daily driver also.

A) three rows. I only have 2 kids (and only ever will) but sometimes have like a babysitter or family member to drive around as well.
B) 2nd row is big. less kicking my seat from this 3 year old that's the size of a massive 5 year old with long kicking legs.
C) looks cool. not like a jumbo SUV that looks like a pickup truck. more like an embiggen'd station wagon
D) has like technology out the ass and a good stereo and crap
E) feels fancy AF when you sit in it
F) built in sun shades in the second row

The price is shockingly reasonable
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Post by: Rage Against the McKee on February 27, 2017, 02:15:14 PM
the rules in kansas now are that you kid has to be in a car seat until they're like 12 or something kind of redicu

Yeah, kids in like 6th or 7th grade are riding around in car seats.
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 02:15:32 PM
Let's talk about why the Q7 is the current front runner for the steve dave shitloads of kids hauler around'er and sd daily driver also.

A) three rows. I only have 2 kids (and only ever will) but sometimes have like a babysitter or family member to drive around as well.
B) 2nd row is big. less kicking my seat from this 3 year old that's the size of a massive 5 year old with long kicking legs.
C) looks cool. not like a jumbo SUV that looks like a pickup truck. more like an embiggen'd station wagon
D) has like technology out the ass and a good stereo and crap
E) feels fancy AF when you sit in it
F) built in sun shades in the second row

The price is shockingly reasonable

I KNOW!
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Post by: ednksu on February 27, 2017, 02:47:07 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?

do not want

¿Por qué?

it's really not an option.  the model is sold out and i'm going to end up buying from a dealer with in stock inventory.  euro delivery is set up during the ordering process.  also, i'm just not that big of a car dork.

I think I'm just wired a bit differently.  If I was going to go for a performance car like that, especially for the coin, I'd rather order it. And a chance to then drive it on the autobahn?  Man that just sounds fantastic.  I'm sure you'll enjoy a nicely equipped one from the dealer, not like you can order a stripped down M (aside from the lol track car m4 gts).  Are you in KC going through Baron?  I've walked around there a couple times and they've had a great mix of real enthusiast dealers. 
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Post by: pissclams on February 27, 2017, 03:40:56 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

If you are all :kstategrad: have you considered euro delivery?

do not want

¿Por qué?

it's really not an option.  the model is sold out and i'm going to end up buying from a dealer with in stock inventory.  euro delivery is set up during the ordering process.  also, i'm just not that big of a car dork.

I think I'm just wired a bit differently.  If I was going to go for a performance car like that, especially for the coin, I'd rather order it. And a chance to then drive it on the autobahn?  Man that just sounds fantastic.  I'm sure you'll enjoy a nicely equipped one from the dealer, not like you can order a stripped down M (aside from the lol track car m4 gts).  Are you in KC going through Baron?  I've walked around there a couple times and they've had a great mix of real enthusiast dealers. 

no, not baron.  they had a couple of preorders that were sold like a year before production began.  you can't order these cars is my point, the line is beyond production estimates the last time i checked, which is to say sometime in 2018 would be my delivery date.
there's so few options available on the m2 that most that are hitting dealers are fully equipped.  more than likely i will get mine from a bmw dealer in california and just have them ship it sight unseen

mrs clams did order her porsche that way though, it took like 6 months to be built and delivered but porsche is a different beast and you can spec those things out for days.
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Post by: catastrophe on February 27, 2017, 04:31:08 PM
Let's talk about why the Q7 is the current front runner for the steve dave shitloads of kids hauler around'er and sd daily driver also.

A) three rows. I only have 2 kids (and only ever will) but sometimes have like a babysitter or family member to drive around as well.
B) 2nd row is big. less kicking my seat from this 3 year old that's the size of a massive 5 year old with long kicking legs.
C) looks cool. not like a jumbo SUV that looks like a pickup truck. more like an embiggen'd station wagon
D) has like technology out the ass and a good stereo and crap
E) feels fancy AF when you sit in it
F) built in sun shades in the second row

I am just now starting to look at SUVs in this style.  Is the 20-25 MPG good for these kinds of cars?  Also, I'm assuming makes like Audi are a pain to get serviced.  Am I wrong?
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 05:07:11 PM
Why would it be a pain to get serviced?
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Post by: catastrophe on February 27, 2017, 05:30:06 PM
Just if the parts are more proprietary/expensive and if an average mechanic doesn't typically deal with it (making you go through the dealer for everything).  I assume this is the case with most foreign luxury brands but I've never actually owned one myself.
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Post by: Tobias on February 27, 2017, 05:36:21 PM
ms tobias' old pos vw was a beating to have in nck, don't miss that at all
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Post by: kim carnes on February 27, 2017, 05:55:25 PM
Just if the parts are more proprietary/expensive and if an average mechanic doesn't typically deal with it (making you go through the dealer for everything).  I assume this is the case with most foreign luxury brands but I've never actually owned one myself.

U just take it to the dealer.  if it breaks, it's covered by warranty.
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Post by: steve dave on February 27, 2017, 06:25:47 PM
I take every car I've ever owned to the dealer for everything. I'm not taking my sled to some POS jiffy lube.
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Post by: Skipper44 on February 27, 2017, 09:29:21 PM
Let's talk about why the Q7 is the current front runner for the steve dave shitloads of kids hauler around'er and sd daily driver also.

A) three rows. I only have 2 kids (and only ever will) but sometimes have like a babysitter or family member to drive around as well.
B) 2nd row is big. less kicking my seat from this 3 year old that's the size of a massive 5 year old with long kicking legs.
C) looks cool. not like a jumbo SUV that looks like a pickup truck. more like an embiggen'd station wagon
D) has like technology out the ass and a good stereo and crap
E) feels fancy AF when you sit in it
F) built in sun shades in the second row

I am just now starting to look at SUVs in this style.  Is the 20-25 MPG good for these kinds of cars?  Also, I'm assuming makes like Audi are a pain to get serviced.  Am I wrong?
low 20s highway and mid teens city is about best case for the typical 3 row SUV with a V6 and all wheel drive.  there are a few Diesels from the Germans and the Volvo and Toyota hybrids that might do a bit better.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 27, 2017, 11:15:55 PM
Literally the biggest eff ups I've ever experienced when trying to maintain a car were at dealerships. 

Brand new Honda Prelude: Opps, sorry we forgot to refill the oil.   

Brand New Fully Loaded Nissan Maxima:   Sorry we had a recall on air bags and then didn't put the steering wheel back on right. 

Brand New Ford Explorer (V8 and loaded):   Sorry we messed up your AWD and traction control. 

Brand New Honda Pilot:  Sorry we messed up your TPMS

Brand New Volvo C70 Convertible:  Opps, sorry we messed up your roof mechanism

 :facepalm:

 
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Post by: catastrophe on February 27, 2017, 11:28:13 PM
Same here.  Actually just paid $700+ for a bunch of routine maintenance at the dealer and when I opened the trunk I saw loose screws just sitting in the bottom of it.  Couldn't be bothered to actually screw them back in.

Plus, I love being able to take my car to a reputable local (competent) mechanic who I can actually trust to tell me what needs fixing and who is completely up front about costs.  I've never experienced that level of trust at a dealer.
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Post by: Gooch on February 28, 2017, 08:05:32 AM
Just if the parts are more proprietary/expensive and if an average mechanic doesn't typically deal with it (making you go through the dealer for everything).  I assume this is the case with most foreign luxury brands but I've never actually owned one myself.

U just take it to the dealer.  if it breaks, it's covered by warranty.
This is correct. Buy the extended warranty upfront. Trade in when warranty ends. Rinse and Repeat. They can't eff you on service when they are footing the bill.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 28, 2017, 08:16:13 AM
My wife's Honda Accord had to have the upper block replaced because it was burning oil.  Only like 100k miles.  eff Honda right now.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 28, 2017, 09:09:10 AM
My wife's Honda Accord had to have the upper block replaced because it was burning oil.  Only like 100k miles.  eff Honda right now.
probably should've taken a little better care of it
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 28, 2017, 09:31:25 AM
Well, troll noted, but she takes it to Honda every 5k and she drives like a lady.  She takes very good care of her car.  This is a known issue, you should Google it.  Honda covered 90% of the cost but we're now 1000+ miles since the fix and it's still burning oil, about a liter every 1000 miles.  They can't figure it out. 


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Post by: star seed 7 on February 28, 2017, 09:32:41 AM
How often does she take it to honda?
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 28, 2017, 09:47:19 AM
may begin to experience higher than normal oil consumption if they have regularly been revved hard with a cold engine using low-quality gas

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/05/honda-accord-cr-v-warranties-extended-for-excess-oil-consumption/index.htm

sounds like mrs emo....
Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Tobias on February 28, 2017, 09:51:01 AM
is her pedal foot gE standard issue or dainty?
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Post by: Skipper44 on February 28, 2017, 09:56:20 AM
  more than likely i will get mine from a bmw dealer in california and just have them ship it sight unseen

That sounds like a pay sticker transaction - Did you buy your M3 new?   Finally, you should live dangerously and get a quadrifoglio #yolo
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Post by: pissclams on February 28, 2017, 10:14:53 AM
  more than likely i will get mine from a bmw dealer in california and just have them ship it sight unseen

That sounds like a pay sticker transaction - Did you buy your M3 new?   Finally, you should live dangerously and get a quadrifoglio #yolo

i'll pay msrp, nothing much beyond that. more and more dealers are finally starting to hit that range now that we're in year 2 of the vehicle

http://blog.caranddriver.com/double-or-nothing-some-bmw-dealers-are-marking-up-the-m2-big-time/
^woof but ya it's seen crazy demand and eff century bmw (and vista) and a few others


bought my m3 used w/ 15k miles on it + 2 yrs on the warranty

i don't like those alfas at all

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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 28, 2017, 10:33:41 AM
may begin to experience higher than normal oil consumption if they have regularly been revved hard with a cold engine using low-quality gas

http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2015/05/honda-accord-cr-v-warranties-extended-for-excess-oil-consumption/index.htm

sounds like mrs emo....

She only ever uses top tier gasoline.  Having previously worked in the industry she's a gasoline snob.  It's an issue, they have admitted as such.  I believe there was even a class action.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 28, 2017, 10:35:40 AM
well then she needs to quit racing for pinks with the other moms on cold days
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Post by: 8manpick on February 28, 2017, 10:36:29 AM
I think I'm going to get a new Q7

Wife's lease is up soon... I tried to influence it towards Audi, but she is set on another X3  :blank:
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Post by: Skipper44 on February 28, 2017, 10:39:50 AM
well then she needs to quit racing for pinks with the other moms on cold days
if you're not first in the car pick up line you are last!
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Post by: pissclams on February 28, 2017, 10:47:58 AM
I think I'm going to get a new Q7

Wife's lease is up soon... I tried to influence it towards Audi, but she is set on another X3  :blank:

show her the gle43 amg   :love:
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Post by: 8manpick on February 28, 2017, 11:03:40 AM
I think I'm going to get a new Q7

Wife's lease is up soon... I tried to influence it towards Audi, but she is set on another X3  :blank:

show her the gle43 amg   :love:
Looks awesome. Also almost twice as much $$.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 28, 2017, 11:36:56 AM
well then she needs to quit racing for pinks with the other moms on cold days

Mrs Emo is a saint and I won't have you insinuating some sort of wild streak. 
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 28, 2017, 12:31:45 PM
cant spell saint without aint
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Post by: Emo EMAW on February 28, 2017, 01:17:38 PM
You have left me no choice, sir.

I challenge you to a duel!
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Post by: treysolid on March 01, 2017, 04:53:54 PM
Just last month got rid of my 2002 Chevy Prizm w/ ~130k mi for a 2015 Mazda 3 hatchback w/ 20k. Prizm was great - everyday driver for 13 years with no engine or transmission problems. Fingers crossed the hatchback is the same.
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Post by: chum1 on March 04, 2017, 11:54:48 AM
I think I started an early midlife crisis. Been checking dealer inventory on these.

1. Ford Focus RS
2. Subaru WRX STI
3. Hyundai Genesis Coupe

 :driving:
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 04, 2017, 12:02:47 PM
I'm torn between getting another suv or downsizing to a focus/fushion
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Post by: pissclams on March 04, 2017, 12:14:08 PM
would love you to get the subaru, and here's why
i will mock you relentlessly go cats
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Post by: Kat Kid on March 05, 2017, 07:01:46 PM
Getting premium gasoline is a waste of money according to an article I read, and my gut instincts. Is there any reason to use premium in a Honda?


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Post by: star seed 7 on March 05, 2017, 07:03:26 PM
not unless honda recommends it
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Post by: chum1 on March 05, 2017, 07:36:56 PM
According to a scientific study I read an article on, the only time it makes a difference is if you (1) have a high performace engine that is (2) operating under high performance conditions. Otherwise, no measurable difference.
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Post by: pissclams on March 05, 2017, 08:02:35 PM
high combustion engines need it
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Post by: puniraptor on March 05, 2017, 08:11:34 PM
high compression engines need it to perform, but modern engines have computer controlled timing that will let you burn lower octane without any damage
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Post by: Emo EMAW on March 06, 2017, 07:40:51 AM
My wife's old X5 would flip out if you put regular 87 in there.  Basically would shut down like she was out of gas. 
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Post by: Skipper44 on March 06, 2017, 08:39:22 AM
Always premium if it has a turbo or supercharger
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Post by: steve dave on March 06, 2017, 08:43:48 AM
Read you owners manual. If it says recommended you don't HAVE to have it but if it says required you do.
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Post by: AppleJack on March 23, 2017, 11:04:59 AM
Is it bad when my Lambo just shuts off while I'm driving it?
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Post by: star seed 7 on March 23, 2017, 11:06:08 AM
I would return it
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Post by: Tobias on March 23, 2017, 11:06:33 AM
what's the kickback sitch?
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Post by: SdK on March 23, 2017, 11:08:00 AM
Swap it for a Ferrari. Is this even a real question?
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2017, 11:08:25 AM
AJ bought my lemon.  :D
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Post by: mocat on March 23, 2017, 11:09:50 AM
Is it bad when my Lambo just shuts off while I'm driving it?

probably alternator
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Post by: Tobias on March 23, 2017, 11:10:48 AM
AJ bought my lemon.  :D

the ultimate #blessed
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2017, 11:11:45 AM
Literally
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Post by: AppleJack on March 23, 2017, 11:12:40 AM
Brand new Lambos aren't cheap. Basically I want a new one but I don't want a car payment.

My Lambo has 3 camshaft sensors. I think those are stupid.
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Post by: SdK on March 23, 2017, 11:13:05 AM
Make sure your distributor cap is distributing.
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Post by: Institutional Control on March 23, 2017, 12:49:08 PM
Is it bad when my Lambo just shuts off while I'm driving it?

Have you tried bringing a kid along with you to blow into the ignition interlock?
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Post by: SdK on March 23, 2017, 01:01:13 PM
Lol
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Post by: AppleJack on March 24, 2017, 09:16:47 AM
Brand new Lambos aren't cheap. Basically I want a new one but I don't want a car payment.

My Lambo has 3 camshaft sensors. I think those are stupid.

Yep, it was the cam sensors.
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Post by: catastrophe on April 10, 2017, 05:31:50 PM
Anyone purchased a certified pre-owned car that used to be a rental, or have any good reason not to? I was skeptical about the idea, but it is true that the records should be well kept and maintenance performed regularly, which is a plus. Warming up to the idea now.
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Post by: star seed 7 on April 10, 2017, 05:49:05 PM
I bought a convertible mustang that used to be a rental. I never had any abnormal problems with it. I was initially apprehensive, but the low miles sold me. I eventually totaled it  :thumbs:
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Post by: pissclams on April 11, 2017, 07:55:11 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:
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Post by: puniraptor on April 12, 2017, 12:51:53 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:

so does how far have you went stop counting now or at delivery?
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Post by: mocat on April 12, 2017, 07:55:53 AM
i say at delivery; he's still gotta have went to work every day with the old one until then
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Post by: Skipper44 on April 12, 2017, 07:56:24 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:
did you get a test drive? 
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 09:03:48 AM
like 90% of buyers, i did not.  there's nothing that says i have to buy it if i don't want it when it gets here though
i've sat in the m240 and it's the same cabin so whatevs
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Post by: chum1 on April 12, 2017, 09:08:46 AM
0-60 in 4.0. Jesus. These cars are getting out of control.
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Post by: The Big Train on April 12, 2017, 12:41:58 PM
Are you gonna put bigger rims and/or spinners on it 'clams?
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Post by: Gooch on April 12, 2017, 01:04:35 PM
Get these 'clams

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZD-ADArwXo
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Post by: Tobias on April 12, 2017, 01:13:12 PM
spring for the aftermarket window roller up things
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Post by: IPA4Me on April 12, 2017, 02:02:26 PM
0-60 in 4.0. Jesus. These cars are getting out of control.
Ya. That's quick. My car is 6.2 seconds and can be a challenge to handle.
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Post by: star seed 7 on April 12, 2017, 02:14:22 PM
Hate to see what happens when it snows and you have to drive that son of a bitch home from mci
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Post by: SdK on April 12, 2017, 02:21:05 PM
Feel sorry for people that have never driven fast cars itt
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Post by: Cire on April 12, 2017, 02:22:07 PM
my truck is 16 years old but only has 100,000k.  Has been paid off for 13 years.

Going for 200k 32 years.
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Post by: star seed 7 on April 12, 2017, 02:30:29 PM
Mine is an 04 with 135k. I feel in my gut that within the next year there is going to be a repair that costs more than the thing is worth.

I've been looking at some crap, trying to decide what I want, but god damn they make super ugly suv's now. There are a few sedans I'm interested in, but I really like having 4wd and being above traffic a bit. Quite the pickle
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 02:41:00 PM
(https://cdn0.vox-cdn.com/thumbor/Zrl20FWnXvVmp69ArUr8SJ2H8Dc=/800x0/filters:no_upscale()/cdn0.vox-cdn.com/uploads/chorus_asset/file/8323021/Toyota_FT_4x_Concept__5_.jpg)

toyota ft 4x
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Post by: Mrs. Gooch on April 12, 2017, 02:42:01 PM
That looks like it should be in a Lego movie.
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Post by: star seed 7 on April 12, 2017, 02:42:53 PM
Good example of a super ugly suv
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Post by: _33 on April 12, 2017, 02:55:54 PM
My transmission was slipping in my Dodge Dakota pickup truck so I took it in and they told me it was the transmission and it would be $2300 to rebuild, so I took it to a different place to get another estimate and he told me it was not the transmission but only a sensor of some kind that was making it slip and replacing the sensor was only $180.  It just goes to show you some mechanics are pieces of crap liars and some are good.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 12, 2017, 03:06:19 PM
Mine is an 04 with 135k. I feel in my gut that within the next year there is going to be a repair that costs more than the thing is worth.

I've been looking at some crap, trying to decide what I want, but god damn they make super ugly suv's now. There are a few sedans I'm interested in, but I really like having 4wd and being above traffic a bit. Quite the pickle
I think this is a hot piece of A

(https://carsoid.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/2017-Ford-Bronco-Rendering-2-750x423.jpg)
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Post by: Gooch on April 12, 2017, 03:19:00 PM
The top better come off or it is a complete fail by Ford.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 12, 2017, 03:20:55 PM
agreed
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 03:26:27 PM
mrs. dave wouldn't let me get a Q7 because it was too small inside for hauling shitloads of kids hillbilly style. I now own a gigantic huge truck thing that gets 18 MPG on the highway and has about 190 HP more than I would ever want in a vehicle and can tow 8,500 lbs which I will never use. It's like driving a giant cow farmer truck.

(http://blogmedia.dealerfire.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/336/2016/08/Gun-Metallic-2017-Armada-_o.jpg)
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 03:31:50 PM
counterpoint: lil sd can stick his legs straight out and not kick the crap out of the back of my seat
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 12, 2017, 03:49:47 PM
counterquestion: how big of nuts are hanging on that thing
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 04:27:42 PM
This thing rumbles like a giant monster truck so I will be purchasing size: large color: purple
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 12, 2017, 04:29:08 PM
one day I hope you back into a Prius with those bad boys just tea bagging the crap out of it and then haul ass out of there
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Post by: Trim on April 12, 2017, 04:29:33 PM
crap, I forgot to post but it'd probably have been too late anyway.  My buddy got some used tesla through whatever recycling program they have.  It's sedan looking but with a hatchback, and that's where the extra row of seats are.  So you put your kids in that thing and they're facing backwards.  No kicking the back of your seat.  All the stuff you'd throw in the trunk goes under the hood where an engine would've been.
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Post by: Skipper44 on April 12, 2017, 04:58:32 PM
The top better come off or it is a complete fail by Ford.
it will look like this and basically be a cheaper alternative to a 4runner

(https://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s--xleTUmSi--/c_scale,fl_progressive,q_80,w_800/shplothuekvt0q6ivwxx.jpg)
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 06:43:58 PM
Mine is an 04 with 135k. I feel in my gut that within the next year there is going to be a repair that costs more than the thing is worth.

I've been looking at some crap, trying to decide what I want, but god damn they make super ugly suv's now. There are a few sedans I'm interested in, but I really like having 4wd and being above traffic a bit. Quite the pickle
I think this is a hot piece of A

(https://carsoid.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/2017-Ford-Bronco-Rendering-2-750x423.jpg)

this wasn't even designed by ford, just some graphic designer bronco lover

skipper is right, that ugly thing is the new bronco (according to jalopnik)
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 06:45:47 PM
mrs. dave wouldn't let me get a Q7 because it was too small inside for hauling shitloads of kids hillbilly style. I now own a gigantic huge truck thing that gets 18 MPG on the highway and has about 190 HP more than I would ever want in a vehicle and can tow 8,500 lbs which I will never use. It's like driving a giant cow farmer truck.

(http://blogmedia.dealerfire.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/336/2016/08/Gun-Metallic-2017-Armada-_o.jpg)

the internet tells me that vehicle is a nissan armada.  it looks very big. 
good news is that it will probably survive a nuclear blast on norad.  bad news is that you'll only get about 3 miles from ground zero before it runs out of gas and the radioactive fallout gets you. 
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 07:01:43 PM
Confirmed. And it's not one of those shitty imports that are manufactured in the USA. Made in Konichiwa Tokyo.
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 07:14:51 PM
at this point it's probably just varying degrees of "damn it" for you anyway so i guess no reason to fight it if that's what mrs sd wants

my current v8 gets around 15 mpg and it really sucked when gas was $4 a gallon and i don't even drive much.  hopefully fracking stuff still works great for cheap gas like last two years
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Post by: sys on April 12, 2017, 07:17:32 PM
i'd like to get one of those old cars that is pretty to look at, but i don't want people to look at me when i drive.
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Post by: sys on April 12, 2017, 07:18:49 PM
also i've never cleaned the inside or outside of any car i've ever owned, so it'd probably not stay super pretty.
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Post by: Skipper44 on April 12, 2017, 07:29:45 PM
also i've never cleaned the inside or outside of any car i've ever owned, so it'd probably not stay super pretty.
get a cool old truck or jeep

I want a beater 1st gen Blazer (the one where the whole roof comes off) as a fun/haul crap around/winter vehicle
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Post by: sys on April 12, 2017, 07:32:35 PM
i have an old suv and a not as old car that are both good for not washing.  sometimes i just think it'd be neat to have a pretty car.
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 07:35:53 PM
also i've never cleaned the inside or outside of any car i've ever owned, so it'd probably not stay super pretty.
get a cool old truck or jeep

I want a beater 1st gen Blazer (the one where the whole roof comes off) as a fun/haul crap around/winter vehicle

protip: that thing will be absolute dogshit in winter weather
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Post by: pissclams on April 12, 2017, 07:52:59 PM
also i've never cleaned the inside or outside of any car i've ever owned, so it'd probably not stay super pretty.
i like to clean my car, it's probably similar to doing lawn work or something
you get all this stuff out and make a big mess in the driveway and then you clean it all up and put the stuff all away with in the garage and get all hot and gross then chug a drink and are tired but then it looks great and so it feels good
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Post by: steve dave on April 12, 2017, 07:56:31 PM
also i've never cleaned the inside or outside of any car i've ever owned, so it'd probably not stay super pretty.
i like to clean my car, it's probably similar to doing lawn work or something
you get all this stuff out and make a big mess in the driveway and then you clean it all up and put the stuff all away with in the garage and get all hot and gross then chug a drink and are tired but then it looks great and so it feels good

great vivid description
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Post by: star seed 7 on April 12, 2017, 08:01:09 PM
feel free to do any of my yard work or car cleaning 'clams
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Post by: Cire on April 12, 2017, 08:03:41 PM
My commute is one mile.  I'm not in my car more than 2 minutes per day. It gets super filthy


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Post by: Emo EMAW on April 12, 2017, 08:17:41 PM
Ugh getting in/out of cars is exhausting.  I couldn't handle a 2 minute commute. 
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Post by: chum1 on April 12, 2017, 08:24:22 PM
Oh, man. The car that SD thinks is a giant boat is called "Armada." It's a whole rough ridin' fleet! Hahahaha.
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Post by: sys on April 12, 2017, 08:25:27 PM
i can't tell you how to live your life, pissclams.
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Post by: SdK on April 12, 2017, 08:27:53 PM
SdK sis drives a '16 Yukon Denali on 24s. She's a stud boss mom.

SdK may get jealous of her ride from time to time.

:)
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Post by: tdaver on April 12, 2017, 10:11:10 PM
I don't trust either of our vehicles to go some places that I want to go.  I "need" something with 4wd and decent clearance, not an AWD crossover.  Also should be new enough and reliable enough to not be concerned about getting stranded in the middle of the desert 300-400 miles away from home.  What should I do?

1) Trade in my car for a 4Runner or something similar.  This is the way I was leaning, but my car is just about perfect 99% of the time.  Reliable, good MPG for commute, AWD for the many snow days and for driving up the canyon to ski. But should be easy to sell for same reasons and because it's a make everyone drives out here.

2) Trade in mrstdaver's minivan for Tahoe or something similar.  4Runner size won't do here, need the extra space for the main family hauler. 

3) Get a cheapish third vehicle.  I don't want to do this. 

Think I answered my own question.  #2 it is.  Does that Armada beast boat come in 4wd?
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Post by: Trim on April 12, 2017, 10:15:35 PM
Apply some cc thread synergy and rent the big vehicle you need on those 1% of times that your car isn't perfect.
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Post by: The Big Train on April 12, 2017, 10:15:59 PM
I think Range Rover is the way to go.  If you have ever watched their commercials they seem like a very reliable car for off road(vision quest) adventures.  IDK what your price range is but maybe sell whatever you have and get a tiny house and RR and call it good?
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Post by: tdaver on April 12, 2017, 10:33:51 PM
Apply some cc thread synergy and rent the big vehicle you need on those 1% of times that your car isn't perfect.

Good idea.  Especially here in the interim until I decide for sure.
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Post by: _33 on April 12, 2017, 11:08:33 PM
Sometimes at work I park right behind a coworkers F250 and it looks like a baby truck following the mama truck.  Pretty adorable.
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Post by: steve dave on April 13, 2017, 06:11:55 AM
I don't trust either of our vehicles to go some places that I want to go.  I "need" something with 4wd and decent clearance, not an AWD crossover.  Also should be new enough and reliable enough to not be concerned about getting stranded in the middle of the desert 300-400 miles away from home.  What should I do?

1) Trade in my car for a 4Runner or something similar.  This is the way I was leaning, but my car is just about perfect 99% of the time.  Reliable, good MPG for commute, AWD for the many snow days and for driving up the canyon to ski. But should be easy to sell for same reasons and because it's a make everyone drives out here.

2) Trade in mrstdaver's minivan for Tahoe or something similar.  4Runner size won't do here, need the extra space for the main family hauler. 

3) Get a cheapish third vehicle.  I don't want to do this. 

Think I answered my own question.  #2 it is.  Does that Armada beast boat come in 4wd?

Yes, of course. It's got better off road chops than a stupid canadian Tahoe.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on April 13, 2017, 12:06:38 PM
I think Range Rover is the way to go.  If you have ever watched their commercials they seem like a very reliable car for off road(vision quest) adventures.  IDK what your price range is but maybe sell whatever you have and get a tiny house and RR and call it good?
Hard pass on range rovers

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Post by: star seed 7 on April 13, 2017, 12:19:11 PM
Smdh greg
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 13, 2017, 01:24:23 PM
its time we hard passed on greg and his attitude
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Post by: Institutional Control on April 13, 2017, 01:29:18 PM
I put some 20 in rims on my wife's Ford and it looks just a Range Rover. BAM! Range Rover for 1/3 the price.
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Post by: star seed 7 on May 25, 2017, 11:18:46 AM
I bought a car this week. What an unpleasant experience
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Post by: Tobias on May 25, 2017, 11:22:30 AM
someone really does need to put that system on trial
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Post by: mocat on May 25, 2017, 11:38:50 AM
I bought a car this week. What an unpleasant experience

what's your new sled look like
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Post by: star seed 7 on May 25, 2017, 11:46:14 AM
A 10yr update on the old whip
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on May 25, 2017, 05:51:28 PM
A Nissan is a wrinkle I absolutely did not see coming
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Post by: puniraptor on May 25, 2017, 06:10:41 PM
someone jacked the badge off my beems  :shakesfist:

alternative explanation is that it just decomposed off this POS (which I kinda like no)
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Post by: nicname on May 25, 2017, 07:15:34 PM
I've been seeing a lot more Hummers driving around lately. I thought they went the way of the dinosaur with high gas prices. The stagnation must have brought them back into the fold.

I put a lot of miles on cars these days (all highway), and am already looking for a new whip to be purchased in a couple years. As an avid manual transmission junkie, it's getting harder to find a non-compact, non-sports car that fits the mold.

Original plan was just to update the current car '13 VW CC, but they got rid of their manual trannies in '15 i think (doing the push button or paddle i dunno).
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Post by: pissclams on June 21, 2017, 09:29:05 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:

 :Woot:  my car finally hit the production line yesterday  :Woot:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on June 21, 2017, 09:35:27 AM
 :emawkid:
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Post by: The Tonya Harding of Twitter Users Creep on June 21, 2017, 10:49:50 AM
I want to buy an F-150, likely an XLT. Only requirements are back up camera and 4 wheel drive.
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Post by: Emo EMAW on June 21, 2017, 10:54:35 AM
My trusty steed now has 275k on it.  I was going for 300 but honestly think it can go quite a bit further.  No self limitations ya know.  Anyway wacky that's how far I've went and hope to went further.
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Post by: pissclams on June 21, 2017, 10:59:32 AM
I want to buy an F-150, likely an XLT. Only requirements are back up camera and 4 wheel drive.

the fed government mandated back up camera as standard on MY18+
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Post by: star seed 7 on June 21, 2017, 11:01:24 AM
I want to buy an F-150, likely an XLT. Only requirements are back up camera and 4 wheel drive.

Built right here in the kansas city metro
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on June 21, 2017, 11:02:43 AM
I want to buy an F-150, likely an XLT. Only requirements are back up camera and 4 wheel drive.

the fed government mandated back up camera as standard on MY18+
I was confused with mine when I first got it (never had one before), because Mrs. Wacky's beeps and turns red when you're too close. Mine doesn't make a noise. When I first started driving it, I think I was getting closer to cars than what I thought.
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Post by: star seed 7 on June 21, 2017, 11:04:59 AM
You probably have the alarm off, mine has like 5 different alarm options
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Post by: ben ji on June 21, 2017, 11:08:15 AM
03 Toyota Corolla with 175k, just pure hot steamy sex.
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on June 21, 2017, 11:08:58 AM
You probably have the alarm off, mine has like 5 different alarm options
Hmm. I'll look into that.
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Post by: ben ji on June 21, 2017, 11:10:28 AM
03 Toyota Corolla with 175k, just pure hot steamy sex.

But wait, there is more! Her nickname is "The Black Pearl" and I always make sailing jokes when my buds are riding with me! "Three sheets to the wind!" "The black pearl sails tonight" "Got delayed in a squall but if the wind picks up should be there in 5 min!"

SO MUCH FUN
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Post by: steve dave on June 21, 2017, 08:21:49 PM
lil sd and I went to cars III saturday. was pretty good. heard it was incred but it was only pretty good. WAY better than II but I is still the king. Much closer to I than II so that went a long way. I enjoyed it. 4 "nachos" out of 5.
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Post by: pissclams on July 28, 2017, 03:03:18 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:

 :Woot:  my car finally hit the production line yesterday  :Woot:

on a boat headed to the port of baltimore
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Post by: mocat on July 28, 2017, 03:04:50 PM
 :driving:
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Post by: Brock Landers on July 28, 2017, 03:11:11 PM
My 'yota needs a new set of tires soon and the rear struts are about shot.  For that much money I might as well buy a new sled right?  Or should I suck it up and let a freshly maintained 'yota rack up tens of thousands of more miles?
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Post by: meow meow on July 28, 2017, 03:31:53 PM
sometimes you just gotta ask yourself "how far do i want to go before getting a new one?"
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Post by: Institutional Control on July 28, 2017, 03:34:38 PM
I've had the F150 for 2 years now but I'm going to resist my temptation to buy another one. My new goal is get 80k miles on a car before I even consider trading it in.
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Post by: Brock Landers on July 28, 2017, 04:37:08 PM
sometimes you just gotta ask yourself "how far do i want to go before getting a new one?"

I asked myself this hard hitting and introspective question and as it turns out I have not went far enough before getting a new one.  I should be the one to carry this baby across the 200k mile threshold.
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Post by: Pete on July 28, 2017, 06:50:15 PM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:


Clams, come over and let's go do donuts in the Shawnee Mission South parking lot.
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Post by: pissclams on July 29, 2017, 10:51:40 AM
pretty soon i'm going to trade in my M3 for an M2, very excited.  the feisty thing about it is that when i purchase the M2 i will never even have test driven one and chances are i will not have seen the vehicle i'm buying in person.  #internetofthings

ordered it today, ~3 months until delivery  :babywillie:


Clams, come over and let's go do donuts in the Shawnee Mission South parking lot.

op 5-0 ain't no joke
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on July 31, 2017, 09:54:19 AM
Hey @Pete, if we were to have kids and they went to HS where our new house is, they'd go to Shawnee Mission South.  :peek:
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Post by: ben ji on July 31, 2017, 12:48:51 PM
sometimes you just gotta ask yourself "how far do i want to go before getting a new one?"

I asked myself this hard hitting and introspective question and as it turns out I have not went far enough before getting a new one.  I should be the one to carry this baby across the 200k mile threshold.

What kind of Yota is it? My 03 corolla has 180k on it and needs new struts but I'm YOLO'n to get it past the 200k mark then onto another car.
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Post by: Brock Landers on July 31, 2017, 01:40:46 PM
sometimes you just gotta ask yourself "how far do i want to go before getting a new one?"

I asked myself this hard hitting and introspective question and as it turns out I have not went far enough before getting a new one.  I should be the one to carry this baby across the 200k mile threshold.

What kind of Yota is it? My 03 corolla has 180k on it and needs new struts but I'm YOLO'n to get it past the 200k mark then onto another car.

06 Camry.  Has about 185k, so I figure I'm too close to the magical 200k threshold to give up on it now.
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Post by: meow meow on July 31, 2017, 02:11:03 PM
sometimes you just gotta ask yourself "how far do i want to go before getting a new one?"

I asked myself this hard hitting and introspective question and as it turns out I have not went far enough before getting a new one.  I should be the one to carry this baby across the 200k mile threshold.

What kind of Yota is it? My 03 corolla has 180k on it and needs new struts but I'm YOLO'n to get it past the 200k mark then onto another car.

06 Camry.  Has about 185k, so I figure I'm too close to the magical 200k threshold to give up on it now.

sounds like you know just how far you want to go before getting a new one
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Post by: K-S-U-Wildcats! on August 02, 2017, 11:48:07 AM
Just rolled over 90k on my Fusion. Approaching 10yr birthday. I drive this car like a grandma so I'm hoping to get at least 5 more years out of it. Nothing sexy at all about this car but I just don't want to buy a new one until electrics are much more prevalent and affordable.
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 02, 2017, 11:50:40 AM
I pictured kdub in an Acura
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Post by: Pete on August 02, 2017, 12:09:32 PM
Hey @Pete, if we were to have kids and they went to HS where our new house is, they'd go to Shawnee Mission South.  :peek:


South side!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on August 02, 2017, 12:11:10 PM
Just rolled over 90k on my Fusion. Approaching 10yr birthday. I drive this car like a grandma so I'm hoping to get at least 5 more years out of it. Nothing sexy at all about this car but I just don't want to buy a new one until electrics are much more prevalent and affordable.


I agree.  I like the 2018 Acura RLX, for example, so that should be a perfect choice for me in 2021 or so.
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 02, 2017, 12:24:06 PM
Just get that explorer limited you crave
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Post by: Skipper44 on August 02, 2017, 12:31:23 PM
Just get that explorer limited you crave
platinum or gtfo
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Post by: K-S-U-Wildcats! on August 02, 2017, 02:27:09 PM
Acura is solid HENRY, but I liked the Fusion Hybrid. Maybe low end HENRY. Cars just aren't something I splurge on. Too much money for a depreciating asset and the more luxury you buy the worse the value.
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Post by: Pete on August 02, 2017, 06:20:43 PM
Acura is solid HENRY, but I liked the Fusion Hybrid. Maybe low end HENRY. Cars just aren't something I splurge on. Too much money for a depreciating asset and the more luxury you buy the worse the value.


RL's (RLX now) are solid old balls, not Henry (I had to look that up, btw), IMO.  I am kinda old balls, and I have one.  So, facts.
Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on October 18, 2017, 06:57:21 PM
On one hand, I’d like to get a different car, but on the other hand I can’t decide what I want.  Nothing really gets me super excited.

I want a sedan with luxurious interior, and I’d prefer like 300 hp but that’s not a huge deal.  And great tech.  Needs to have all the cool crap.   And, must be used.

I have been eyeballing the Infinity Q50 sport, Hyundai Genesis sedan with all the crap on it, Cadillac CTS, and Lexus ES 350 (maybe a GS, but those are much pricier).  The BMW 5 series might be OK.  I dislike Audi’s and am not a huge Mercedes fan.  Sadly, I don’t really like any current Acura.

Nothing really “fits.”
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Post by: Trim on October 18, 2017, 07:04:27 PM
Come this January, I'll have went less than 50K miles in 8 years, with only round 10K of that in the last 3 years.  At that pace, I am hoping I never have to get a new car again.
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Post by: mocat on October 18, 2017, 07:40:06 PM
On one hand, I’d like to get a different car, but on the other hand I can’t decide what I want.  Nothing really gets me super excited.

I want a sedan with luxurious interior, and I’d prefer like 300 hp but that’s not a huge deal.  And great tech.  Needs to have all the cool crap.   And, must be used.

I have been eyeballing the Infinity Q50 sport, Hyundai Genesis sedan with all the crap on it, Cadillac CTS, and Lexus ES 350 (maybe a GS, but those are much pricier).  The BMW 5 series might be OK.  I dislike Audi’s and am not a huge Mercedes fan.  Sadly, I don’t really like any current Acura.

Nothing really “fits.”

The q50 is so hot
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Post by: Pete on October 18, 2017, 07:58:02 PM
I do like that car, and the Q70 too.
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Post by: Pete on October 18, 2017, 07:58:54 PM
The rough ridin' Genesis has like everything on it tho.  That think looks like a heck of a deal.
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Post by: star seed 7 on October 18, 2017, 08:11:31 PM
Suv Pete
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Post by: SdK on October 18, 2017, 08:20:46 PM
428i Gran Coupe
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Post by: IPA4Me on October 18, 2017, 08:34:44 PM
The rough ridin' Genesis has like everything on it tho.  That think looks like a heck of a deal.
Friend has one. Very nice car. Fun to drive.

Not an import guy. Just my preference. I'm in a 2014 Impala with 2LT package. Fast and comfortable. I've driven 20K+ since February. Absolutely love it.

Big effin engine. Leather and suede. Heated seats. Tons of room. I'm talking ten dead bodies in the trunk room plus a large rear seating area. All the other cool stuff on a loaded car.

The only downside is shitty Chevy nav that requires OnStar. Newer models have changed that I believe. I just use my phone.
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Post by: Pete on October 18, 2017, 08:43:40 PM
Suv Pete


I’m not an SUV guy.  I like a smooth ride, low road noise, and bells and whistles. 
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Post by: Pete on October 18, 2017, 08:44:52 PM
The rough ridin' Genesis has like everything on it tho.  That think looks like a heck of a deal.
Friend has one. Very nice car. Fun to drive.

Not an import guy. Just my preference. I'm in a 2014 Impala with 2LT package. Fast and comfortable. I've driven 20K+ since February. Absolutely love it.

Big effin engine. Leather and suede. Heated seats. Tons of room. I'm talking ten dead bodies in the trunk room plus a large rear seating area. All the other cool stuff on a loaded car.

The only downside is shitty Chevy nav that requires OnStar. Newer models have changed that I believe. I just use my phone.


I have rented a couple 2017 premiums with National this year.  I really liked them.  It’s a good car.  But if I am going GM, I am going Caddy.
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Post by: Skipper44 on October 18, 2017, 09:17:26 PM
Suv Pete


I’m not an SUV guy.  I like a smooth ride, low road noise, and bells and whistles.
you should make like McConaghey and get a Connie
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Post by: star seed 7 on October 18, 2017, 09:18:42 PM
The new one is sexy af
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Post by: Skipper44 on October 18, 2017, 10:06:03 PM
hell yeah it is - you can get almost the same thing for a lot less cash in the Platinum Explorer but it doesn't have anywhere near the swag
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Post by: Skipper44 on October 18, 2017, 10:17:07 PM
the most practical thing would be to churn 2 year old Genisii until you hit the 100,000 mark on the powertrain warranty but why settle for Harold when Wooderson is available
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Post by: michigancat on October 18, 2017, 10:22:31 PM
Acura is solid HENRY, but I liked the Fusion Hybrid. Maybe low end HENRY. Cars just aren't something I splurge on. Too much money for a depreciating asset and the more luxury you buy the worse the value.
Used electrics are dirt cheap. No incentives and just enough uncertainty in the reliability to make for pretty great deals. I mean yeah keep that fusion going but a Leaf as a second car is pretty great.
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Post by: nicname on October 18, 2017, 11:44:54 PM
Come this January, I'll have went less than 50K miles in 8 years, with only round 10K of that in the last 3 years.  At that pace, I am hoping I never have to get a new car again.

Damn. I've driven 28k miles in like 11 months. It's all highway tho.
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Post by: Pete on October 19, 2017, 05:48:39 AM
hell yeah it is - you can get almost the same thing for a lot less cash in the Platinum Explorer but it doesn't have anywhere near the swag


Those continentals are cool, but pricy.  I don’t want to spend that much.  The 2017 MKZ is kinda cool, because they fixed that front end pointy look, and they now look a lot like a continental.   

Whatever I get, I am buying used, and there just aren’t enough model years of either of those out yet to get a good deal on a gently used one.
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Post by: pissclams on October 19, 2017, 07:52:45 AM
on a gently used one.

omg off to the pet peeves thread  :cheese:
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Post by: SdK on October 19, 2017, 08:33:37 AM
on a gently used one.

omg off to the pet peeves thread  :cheese:
I checked. He really went.
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Post by: Pete on October 19, 2017, 11:48:53 AM
Never in a million years would I have guessed that phrase to have been objectionable.

I want a car that is used, but appears to have been well taken care of.
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Post by: pissclams on October 19, 2017, 11:50:55 AM
Never in a million years would I have guessed that phrase to have been objectionable.

I want a car that is used, but appears to have been well taken care of.

"re-imagine" gets me riled up too
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Post by: kso_FAN on October 19, 2017, 11:52:16 AM
I still adore this thread title.
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 10:36:00 AM
OK, eff it.  I am going performance car.  My loving wife just signed up for 5 more years of mini-van, and gave me the clearance for whatever on mine.   :fatty:

Clams!  Need suggestos
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 10:36:43 AM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
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Post by: mocat on October 22, 2017, 10:41:56 AM
lexus is bitb at everything
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 10:55:48 AM
lexus is bitb at everything

I mean every single "best luxury..." category for every year is just a bunch of Lexus'.  Kinda dominate the lists.  Seem to be cheaper to have serviced than BMW to, but I could be wrong on that....I don't know much about BMW's.  The BMW 3 series is at the top of all of the lists as well.  On that one, the 335 V6 is the one I think I'd want. 
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Post by: mocat on October 22, 2017, 11:04:05 AM
The is350 sure seems smaller than the q50 but apparently it's not
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Post by: steve dave on October 22, 2017, 11:06:42 AM
get one of those matthew mcconaughey lincolns

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/aeAXi5ShQ90/hqdefault.jpg)
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on October 22, 2017, 11:12:40 AM
Acura is very lol
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 11:40:42 AM
Acura is very lol

I have really loved Acura over the years, but the newest in the TL and RL just don't do it for me anymore.  Can't really put my finger on it.  They are super reliable, and a lot better value than the other luxury cars....you get more car for the money kind of thing.
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Post by: star seed 7 on October 22, 2017, 01:21:24 PM
I'd choose whatever looks the coolest
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Post by: SdK on October 22, 2017, 01:30:05 PM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.
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Post by: Trim on October 22, 2017, 01:34:17 PM
Come this January, I'll have went less than 50K miles in 8 years, with only round 10K of that in the last 3 years.  At that pace, I am hoping I never have to get a new car again.

Damn. I've driven 28k miles in like 11 months. It's all highway tho.

Noticed the other day I was way off on this.  It's going to be less than 45K in 8 years, and probably more like 7-8K in the last 3 years.
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on October 22, 2017, 05:18:42 PM
Acura is very lol

I have really loved Acura over the years, but the newest in the TL and RL just don't do it for me anymore.  Can't really put my finger on it.  They are super reliable, and a lot better value than the other luxury cars....you get more car for the money kind of thing.

It's the standard "my first real job" car out of a 4 year.  Nothing wrong per se, just see lots getting on the highway at Shawnee.  Not a grown up guy car
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 05:30:17 PM
Acura is very lol

I have really loved Acura over the years, but the newest in the TL and RL just don't do it for me anymore.  Can't really put my finger on it.  They are super reliable, and a lot better value than the other luxury cars....you get more car for the money kind of thing.

It's the standard "my first real job" car out of a 4 year.  Nothing wrong per se, just see lots getting on the highway at Shawnee.  Not a grown up guy car


I think you are perhaps right that they are getting more common, but wrong on the value proposition. I tried a boat load of cars today, and the damn Acura’s are still the best cars top to bottom for the money, in my opinion.

The TLX and RLX are pretty great cars.  I am not sure what is a more grown up guy car than a car that tops the charts on reliability, has all the best tech, and can come with a 300hp V6. 

The ILX is the smaller one, maybe that’s what you mean?  You can’t confuse any of the Acura’s with a regular Honda or Toyota...they are far superior than those.
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 05:31:32 PM
There isn’t much of anything out there that I like better than my current RL.  I will end up getting SOMETHING, but meh city in the sedan market right now.
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 05:34:10 PM
The hilarious thing about many of the SUV’s right now is that they have maybe 2 inches more ground clearance than sedans.  They aren’t “off road vehicles,” and yet they cost like $10K more than a sedan and have a worse ride, a louder cabin, and worse gas mileage.  I just don’t get it.  If I want a truck I am getting a F150 or a Silverado or something.
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 05:34:26 PM
Get off my lawn.
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on October 22, 2017, 05:43:13 PM
Agreed they are very affordable and sensible.  If that's the look you want just get an impala or whatever chevy is making in that line
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Post by: Trim on October 22, 2017, 05:51:19 PM
Since nothing’s jumping out to you, why not take a flyer on a Tesla?
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Post by: chum1 on October 22, 2017, 06:28:18 PM
You know what jumped out to me as sexy? That Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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Post by: Pete on October 22, 2017, 07:21:11 PM
Agreed they are very affordable and sensible.  If that's the look you want just get an impala or whatever chevy is making in that line

I am curious why you believe those brands are comparable.  I check all these car review websites and none ever group those together.  What are all of them missing that you have figured out?
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on October 22, 2017, 07:25:05 PM
Don't read the websites or magazines.  Just based on who drives what.  As I said, acuras are good sedans
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Post by: pissclams on October 22, 2017, 07:53:28 PM
You know what jumped out to me as sexy? That Alfa Romeo Giulia.

pieces of crap
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Post by: mocat on October 22, 2017, 10:15:50 PM
si, pezzi di merda
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Post by: Tobias on October 22, 2017, 10:40:55 PM
sounds like a message from harry manback
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Post by: IPA4Me on October 23, 2017, 06:21:17 AM
Agreed they are very affordable and sensible.  If that's the look you want just get an impala or whatever chevy is making in that line

I am curious why you believe those brands are comparable.  I check all these car review websites and none ever group those together.  What are all of them missing that you have figured out?
You can drive my loaded Impala. I'll be in Cleveland this week. Biz trip?
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Post by: michigancat on October 23, 2017, 07:48:47 AM
A Tesla Model S would be great, Pete.
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Post by: mocat on October 23, 2017, 07:52:11 AM
sounds like a message from harry manback

 :Woohoo:
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Post by: Skipper44 on October 23, 2017, 12:17:18 PM

I think you are perhaps right that they are getting more common, but wrong on the value proposition. I tried a boat load of cars today, and the damn Acura’s are still the best cars top to bottom for the money, in my opinion.


Did you drive any Lexus GS or Infiniti Q (the old M series) models?  The ES Lexus is just a more old ballzier version of the Acuras.  The G series Infinitis are a bit smaller than the RL you have now but that may not matter.

I think those are your only options that make sense if you are looking used.  The guys that I know that buy used German cars all have a good independent shop that they really trust but significant service is an if not a when.
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Post by: hemmy on October 23, 2017, 04:17:24 PM
2002, 170k. Got it 4 years old for $3,300. If I could find a 4 year old car at that price to replace it I would jump on it but sadly not gonna happen.

187k now, all kinds of odd noises.
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Post by: Pete on October 28, 2017, 07:48:33 AM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.

So, I sort of took your advice.  I checked this car out, and really liked it.  But, then my wife said "Hey, I want to trade in my fancy SUV for a mini van" even though she just got her fancy SUV like a year ago and prior to that always had mini-vans since birth of kids.  So, she was like YOLO! (but to me), and encouraged me to go the 428 or 435 COUPE route! I suspect that she wanted to offset her mini-van.  But, COUPE, can you believe it?!?  I was like "holy crap!"  Getting clearance, at my age, from your wife to buy a sports coupe is like nuts, man.  So, I looked at them, and like them, but I just couldn't get passed how much of a pain in the ass it would be every time my kids wanted to get out of the car, when I was carrying more than one kid.  I am not the primary kid drop off guy, but let's face it, I have to do that a bunch even though that isn't the plan. 

Long story short, I got the 535 with AWD, cold weather package for the steering wheel heater and rear seat heaters and fancy backup camera sensor setup.  Black on black. It's used (of course), but only 25K miles.  I am delighted!
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Post by: IPA4Me on October 28, 2017, 08:39:36 AM
Sounds like a fantastic purchase.
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Post by: steve dave on October 28, 2017, 08:55:29 AM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.

So, I sort of took your advice.  I checked this car out, and really liked it.  But, then my wife said "Hey, I want to trade in my fancy SUV for a mini van" even though she just got her fancy SUV like a year ago and prior to that always had mini-vans since birth of kids.  So, she was like YOLO! (but to me), and encouraged me to go the 428 or 435 COUPE route! I suspect that she wanted to offset her mini-van.  But, COUPE, can you believe it?!?  I was like "holy crap!"  Getting clearance, at my age, from your wife to buy a sports coupe is like nuts, man.  So, I looked at them, and like them, but I just couldn't get passed how much of a pain in the ass it would be every time my kids wanted to get out of the car, when I was carrying more than one kid.  I am not the primary kid drop off guy, but let's face it, I have to do that a bunch even though that isn't the plan. 

Long story short, I got the 535 with AWD, cold weather package for the steering wheel heater and rear seat heaters and fancy backup camera sensor setup.  Black on black. It's used (of course), but only 25K miles.  I am delighted!

sounds hot pete, congrats!
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Post by: SdK on October 28, 2017, 10:25:03 AM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.

So, I sort of took your advice.  I checked this car out, and really liked it.  But, then my wife said "Hey, I want to trade in my fancy SUV for a mini van" even though she just got her fancy SUV like a year ago and prior to that always had mini-vans since birth of kids.  So, she was like YOLO! (but to me), and encouraged me to go the 428 or 435 COUPE route! I suspect that she wanted to offset her mini-van.  But, COUPE, can you believe it?!?  I was like "holy crap!"  Getting clearance, at my age, from your wife to buy a sports coupe is like nuts, man.  So, I looked at them, and like them, but I just couldn't get passed how much of a pain in the ass it would be every time my kids wanted to get out of the car, when I was carrying more than one kid.  I am not the primary kid drop off guy, but let's face it, I have to do that a bunch even though that isn't the plan. 

Long story short, I got the 535 with AWD, cold weather package for the steering wheel heater and rear seat heaters and fancy backup camera sensor setup.  Black on black. It's used (of course), but only 25K miles.  I am delighted!
Holy crap, Pete. I'm very happy for you. I've been drooling over this black on black 435i at the Topeka dealership. I figured with kiddos the 428i Gran Coupe would be more up the family alley.

Consider this post my begging to ride with you somewhere.
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Post by: SdK on October 28, 2017, 10:26:26 AM
I got too excited and posted before reading it all. I thought you got the 435i. Either way. I'm jealous and happy for you all at the same time.
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Post by: pissclams on October 28, 2017, 12:23:05 PM
pete, let’s race
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Post by: SdK on October 28, 2017, 12:27:24 PM
Can you two wait a couple years So I can get that 435? Kthanks.
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Post by: star seed 7 on October 28, 2017, 12:30:17 PM
I'll race you geeks but only in the snow
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Post by: pissclams on October 28, 2017, 01:20:20 PM
Can you two wait a couple years So I can get that 435? Kthanks.
ya l will wait.  until the 4 series is in my rear view mirror and i’m drifting $2k worth of Michelins to the rims.
but ya i’ll wait
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Post by: SdK on October 28, 2017, 01:25:46 PM
Can you two wait a couple years So I can get that 435? Kthanks.
ya l will wait.  until the 4 series is in my rear view mirror and i’m drifting $2k worth of Michelins to the rims.
but ya i’ll wait
I appreciate that. This won't just be a drag race right? I mean, what would be the point.
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Post by: pissclams on October 28, 2017, 02:24:35 PM
not sure, actually.
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Post by: Cire on November 23, 2017, 01:27:59 PM
Uhg

Haven't had a car payment in 5 years and now the wife's transmission is crapping out.




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Post by: Cire on November 23, 2017, 01:29:36 PM
Looking at explorers.

Also for the first time I've thought "there is too much computery stuff and I don't want to learn how to do this "


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Post by: chum1 on November 23, 2017, 01:50:51 PM
Yeah. Some days, I'm like, "I need a cool new car." Others, I'm like, "IDGAF. Maybe this car will last 25 years."
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Post by: star seed 7 on November 23, 2017, 02:55:56 PM
Cire, I have a 14 Explorer limited ama
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Post by: Pete on November 23, 2017, 04:16:41 PM
Cire, I have a 14 Explorer limited ama

I like those a lot. 
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Post by: DQ12 on November 23, 2017, 11:17:48 PM
looking at some jeeps
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Post by: Tobias on November 23, 2017, 11:29:53 PM
do they not make sexterras anymore?
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Post by: mocat on November 24, 2017, 12:46:19 AM
Cire, I have a 14 Explorer limited ama
How many much mileages does it get?
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Post by: IPA4Me on November 24, 2017, 05:45:18 AM
looking at some jeeps
@Gooch is a recent purchaser. Maybe he'll share some shopping tips.
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Post by: Cire on November 24, 2017, 08:47:39 AM
Found a 13 limited, offered 3k for our 07 xlt so we'll probs buy it.

Sun roof moon roof.

I drive an 01 f150 that I hate but has been an absolute warhorse.


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Post by: pissclams on November 24, 2017, 01:56:27 PM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.

So, I sort of took your advice.  I checked this car out, and really liked it.  But, then my wife said "Hey, I want to trade in my fancy SUV for a mini van" even though she just got her fancy SUV like a year ago and prior to that always had mini-vans since birth of kids.  So, she was like YOLO! (but to me), and encouraged me to go the 428 or 435 COUPE route! I suspect that she wanted to offset her mini-van.  But, COUPE, can you believe it?!?  I was like "holy crap!"  Getting clearance, at my age, from your wife to buy a sports coupe is like nuts, man.  So, I looked at them, and like them, but I just couldn't get passed how much of a pain in the ass it would be every time my kids wanted to get out of the car, when I was carrying more than one kid.  I am not the primary kid drop off guy, but let's face it, I have to do that a bunch even though that isn't the plan. 

Long story short, I got the 535 with AWD, cold weather package for the steering wheel heater and rear seat heaters and fancy backup camera sensor setup.  Black on black. It's used (of course), but only 25K miles.  I am delighted!
so what’s the story
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Post by: star seed 7 on November 24, 2017, 03:06:33 PM
Cire, I have a 14 Explorer limited ama
How many much mileages does it get?

16 :gocho:
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Post by: Pete on November 24, 2017, 03:11:34 PM
...early leader in the clubhouse is the Lexus IS 350, with the 300hp v6.
I already told you what to do. 428i Gran Coupe. Good grief.

So, I sort of took your advice.  I checked this car out, and really liked it.  But, then my wife said "Hey, I want to trade in my fancy SUV for a mini van" even though she just got her fancy SUV like a year ago and prior to that always had mini-vans since birth of kids.  So, she was like YOLO! (but to me), and encouraged me to go the 428 or 435 COUPE route! I suspect that she wanted to offset her mini-van.  But, COUPE, can you believe it?!?  I was like "holy crap!"  Getting clearance, at my age, from your wife to buy a sports coupe is like nuts, man.  So, I looked at them, and like them, but I just couldn't get passed how much of a pain in the ass it would be every time my kids wanted to get out of the car, when I was carrying more than one kid.  I am not the primary kid drop off guy, but let's face it, I have to do that a bunch even though that isn't the plan. 

Long story short, I got the 535 with AWD, cold weather package for the steering wheel heater and rear seat heaters and fancy backup camera sensor setup.  Black on black. It's used (of course), but only 25K miles.  I am delighted!
so what’s the story


What do you mean?  I got the 535 instead of the 435, mostly because I am just too old balls and would get grumpy if I had to flip seats forward to let people (kids being dropped off and picked up) get in and out. 
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Post by: Pete on November 24, 2017, 03:12:29 PM
Also, it’s pretty fast.  Faster than my RL was and it had a 6 cylinder.  It’s definitely faster than I needed.
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Post by: pissclams on November 24, 2017, 03:45:32 PM
wondering how you like it
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Post by: Pete on November 24, 2017, 04:00:39 PM
wondering how you like it


I really like it a lot.  My only criticism so far is that the radio doesn’t have enough presets, but the fact that you can make them phone numbers to dial is a lot of fun.

I am sure it doesn’t handle even close to as well as a 2, 3 or 4 series, but I do t mind.  I like straight forward acceleration the most, and that just for merging and passing, or going from 30 to 50+ on Metcalf in a hurry.
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Post by: pissclams on November 24, 2017, 06:49:34 PM
we should go do donuts together
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Post by: KCFDcat on December 23, 2017, 10:41:01 AM
After a year of indecision mrs KCfd finally decided she wanted an explorer. Grabbed one last night.


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Post by: star seed 7 on December 23, 2017, 12:06:05 PM
 :thumbs:
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 23, 2017, 01:05:56 PM
I like the Explorers. Mrs Batt BcKee wanted one as well, I got her an Edge.


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Post by: KCFDcat on December 23, 2017, 06:49:22 PM
After driving this beast all around town today I’ve decided it s a pretty great vehicle. The “lane keep” function is a little annoying on city streets but whatev. Will be interest to see how long it takes me to get used to the automatic parallel park feature. The first time I tried it was pretty weird.


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Post by: pissclams on December 23, 2017, 07:25:18 PM
After driving this beast all around town today I’ve decided it s a pretty great vehicle. The “lane keep” function is a little annoying on city streets but whatev. Will be interest to see how long it takes me to get used to the automatic parallel park feature. The first time I tried it was pretty weird.


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you should be able to toggle it on/off
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Post by: star seed 7 on December 23, 2017, 08:24:06 PM
You have to toggle it on in the first place and it would only be annoying if you don't use your blinker smdh KCFDcat
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Post by: Skipper44 on December 23, 2017, 09:02:19 PM
It's weird as hell on the highway too
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Post by: Pete on December 23, 2017, 10:04:26 PM
I rented an LTZ Tahoe in the Philadelphia area one week for work, and it had that lane keep notification stuff turned on.  The area I was in had like teeny tiny little lanes, and I was making that rough ridin' alarm work over time.  I had no idea how shitty I was at maintaining the lane.  Turns out I drive like I’m hammered when I am sober.  Go Cats.
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Post by: Pete on December 23, 2017, 10:07:23 PM
For more than just that reason, I have learned that I am actually a really terrible driver.  I don’t think that was always the case, but maybe it was.  I am terrible now, that’s for sure. 

However, I have better (safer) intentions nowadays.  Maybe I am just a terrible defensive driver and I was actually a decent offensive driver when I was younger and more selfish?
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Post by: Pete on December 23, 2017, 10:08:09 PM
I probably should have bought a Volvo.
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Post by: TheHamburglar on September 04, 2018, 12:41:42 PM
I have a 2009 Corolla with 207k on it.  I drive about 100 miles a day & 500 mile trips regularly.  I don't want to buy a new car.  I also don't want to spend a lot trying to figure out what's wrong with this one.

When I drive down the highway it randomly loses about half its RPMs and drops to 50.  It will build back up to 60 for a mile or so, then jumps back up to 70 easily or back down to 50.  When it's topping out at 50/60 the gas pedal gives very little resistance.  It feels like a car ran off air pressure that pressures up & runs great, then runs out of pressure & has no power for 1-2 minutes while repressuring back up.  It will also lose RPMs and sometimes die at red lights.

If the best option is to go buy a new car to run into the ground again, that's fine.  I want to do what's the most cost effective long term, but I also feel like I should be able to get to 250k/300k before getting something else to run into the ground.

Advice?
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 04, 2018, 12:52:21 PM
Take it Toyota shop and let them run diagnostics. Should be able to tell you what is wrong. Decide from there. Nine years and 200K is a good run.

Maybe slide into another Toyota. Just put my daughter in a 18 Camary. Enjoyable ride. Should get her through grad school and beyond.
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Post by: K-S-U-Wildcats! on September 04, 2018, 01:23:25 PM
So one of my cars (a Ford) is subject to the Takata airbag recall. They still don't have a replacement part so in the meantime they're paying for a rental car. I've been rolling around in a 2018 Ford Fusion Hybrid for nearly 3 months now. My wife and I take turns driving it based on whomever has more driving that day. We've put over 5,000 miles on it already. Got a call from my dealership the other day to "apologize for the delay" in getting the part. "To help make it right," they said they could get me a good trade-in value for my current car if I was interested in buying a new one. I told her no thanks. I'm gonna ride this rental into the ground, and I'll do the same with own car once they've got it fixed. I'm holding out until there's a good selection of reasonably priced EVs.
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Post by: DQ12 on September 04, 2018, 01:28:01 PM
i'm buying a car tomorrow.  a nice tasteful sedan. 
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 04, 2018, 01:39:46 PM
What ya getting?
i'm buying a car tomorrow.  a nice tasteful sedan.
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Post by: DQ12 on September 04, 2018, 01:41:27 PM
2015 infinit q50
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Post by: ChiComCat on September 04, 2018, 02:04:34 PM
2015 infinit q50

sexy car
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Post by: 8manpick on September 04, 2018, 02:29:38 PM
I've been thinking of getting a car lately. Wife has one that I use some, but I haven't had one in 4 years. Since we got a dog, there have been several times where it would have been nice to have multiple cars.

Not sure what to get though.
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Post by: pissclams on September 04, 2018, 02:30:38 PM
I have a 2009 Corolla with 207k on it.  I drive about 100 miles a day & 500 mile trips regularly.  I don't want to buy a new car.  I also don't want to spend a lot trying to figure out what's wrong with this one.

When I drive down the highway it randomly loses about half its RPMs and drops to 50.  It will build back up to 60 for a mile or so, then jumps back up to 70 easily or back down to 50.  When it's topping out at 50/60 the gas pedal gives very little resistance.  It feels like a car ran off air pressure that pressures up & runs great, then runs out of pressure & has no power for 1-2 minutes while repressuring back up.  It will also lose RPMs and sometimes die at red lights.

If the best option is to go buy a new car to run into the ground again, that's fine.  I want to do what's the most cost effective long term, but I also feel like I should be able to get to 250k/300k before getting something else to run into the ground.

Advice?

vacuum leak?
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Post by: DQ12 on September 04, 2018, 04:09:49 PM
2015 infinit q50

sexy car
for a sexy man (me)
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 04, 2018, 04:10:13 PM
I have a 2009 Corolla with 207k on it.  I drive about 100 miles a day & 500 mile trips regularly.  I don't want to buy a new car.  I also don't want to spend a lot trying to figure out what's wrong with this one.

When I drive down the highway it randomly loses about half its RPMs and drops to 50.  It will build back up to 60 for a mile or so, then jumps back up to 70 easily or back down to 50.  When it's topping out at 50/60 the gas pedal gives very little resistance.  It feels like a car ran off air pressure that pressures up & runs great, then runs out of pressure & has no power for 1-2 minutes while repressuring back up.  It will also lose RPMs and sometimes die at red lights.

If the best option is to go buy a new car to run into the ground again, that's fine.  I want to do what's the most cost effective long term, but I also feel like I should be able to get to 250k/300k before getting something else to run into the ground.

Advice?

vacuum leak?
No check engine light mentioned. Never seen a vacuum leak on a modern without a check engine. Part of emissions compliance.
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 04, 2018, 04:10:34 PM
2015 infinit q50

sexy car
for a sexy man (me)
Hot car. Enjoy!
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Post by: HerrSonntag on September 04, 2018, 04:15:01 PM
I have a 2009 Corolla with 207k on it.  I drive about 100 miles a day & 500 mile trips regularly.  I don't want to buy a new car.  I also don't want to spend a lot trying to figure out what's wrong with this one.

When I drive down the highway it randomly loses about half its RPMs and drops to 50.  It will build back up to 60 for a mile or so, then jumps back up to 70 easily or back down to 50.  When it's topping out at 50/60 the gas pedal gives very little resistance.  It feels like a car ran off air pressure that pressures up & runs great, then runs out of pressure & has no power for 1-2 minutes while repressuring back up.  It will also lose RPMs and sometimes die at red lights.

If the best option is to go buy a new car to run into the ground again, that's fine.  I want to do what's the most cost effective long term, but I also feel like I should be able to get to 250k/300k before getting something else to run into the ground.

Advice?

vacuum leak?
No check engine light mentioned. Never seen a vacuum leak on a modern without a check engine. Part of emissions compliance.
Standard or automatic transmission?
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Post by: puniraptor on September 04, 2018, 06:28:17 PM
it is certainly one or a combination of the following: plugs, o2 sensor, MAF

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Post by: TheHamburglar on September 04, 2018, 06:58:31 PM
Sorry, forgot the check engine light is on, but it just gives a generic emissions code.  It's been giving that for a few years & 60k & everyone said don't spend money until you have an issue. Then it gave an ignition coil error.  Changed that & no improvement except the ignition code is gone.  Next it was suggested I change the evap solenoid since it's cheap/easy & no change.

Automatic. 

Also, new thing on drive home today.  Shortly after it started to lose speed with the cruise on, it started revving 1000 RPM over normal but barely maintained 50 the higher RPMs.


Do they normally charge for a diagnostic check?  My fear is is since it's a generic code I'll get into a downward spiral of $400 here and $300 there.  I figured I'd come here & explain the symptoms.  Everyone else I talk to just heard the first thing I say, then goes after that.

I guess my main question is am I crazy for thinking 207k miles isn't enough to constitute "running into the ground."
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Post by: CHONGS on September 04, 2018, 07:04:13 PM
Doesn't Auto zone check the codes for free?
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Post by: TheHamburglar on September 04, 2018, 07:12:39 PM
Doesn't Auto zone check the codes for free?

Yeah, but a generic code that doesn't tell you anything.
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Post by: Skipper44 on September 04, 2018, 07:12:57 PM
Can you manually put the transmission in to 3rd or 4th, cruise down the highway at 60 mph and still lose rpms?
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Post by: puniraptor on September 04, 2018, 07:16:26 PM
do all 3 of the things i said and it will be fixed, promise

make sure to disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the computer
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Post by: TheHamburglar on September 04, 2018, 07:31:38 PM
do all 3 of the things i said and it will be fixed, promise

make sure to disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the computer

Will do.
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 04, 2018, 08:19:32 PM
Your off the shelf odb only reads the generic.

If puni fix doesn't work, pay the diagnostic fee. Their computer is worth more than your car. :)

I just went through similar issue with an Audi. My guy only had an odb reader. Couldn't read other specific codes that the standard reader doesn't detect. Import shop dialed in the fix. I paid the diagnostic and sold it.
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Post by: puniraptor on September 04, 2018, 09:06:04 PM
do all 3 of the things i said and it will be fixed, promise

make sure to disconnect and reconnect the battery to reset the computer

Will do.

they go together because bad plugs and/or bad MAF will kill your o2 sensor

i havent googled your car at all so cannot speak to how easy/diffucult/expensive this might be.
 
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Post by: puniraptor on September 04, 2018, 09:07:15 PM
and bad o2/maf will kill your plugs

its an automobile human centipede situation
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Post by: Pete on March 30, 2019, 12:30:43 PM
This looks kinda fun, but i would likely never take it off road.

https://jalopnik.com/the-2020-jeep-gladiator-costs-35-040-to-62-310-heres-1833680540
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 11:21:32 AM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world
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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 11:31:26 AM
I am very good at it if you need to contract out your negotiation work.


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Post by: star seed 7 on June 03, 2019, 11:34:10 AM
I'm making 'clams haggle my next one. I hate it so much.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on June 03, 2019, 11:35:52 AM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?
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Post by: Kat Kid on June 03, 2019, 12:33:57 PM
How many more miles does my 2007 Honda Accord with 140k miles have in her?
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Post by: star seed 7 on June 03, 2019, 12:35:01 PM
100k
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Post by: Kat Kid on June 03, 2019, 12:36:22 PM
That is a great answer and I really hope it is true!
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 12:54:04 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please
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Post by: chum1 on June 03, 2019, 01:07:04 PM
There's a 2020 Ford Bronco coming out soon! Top and doors will be removable like a Wrangler.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on June 03, 2019, 01:08:52 PM
I got a new car a couple months ago and I like it a lot!
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Post by: pissclams on June 03, 2019, 01:25:21 PM
i'm one of the best car negotiators and purchasers of anyone that i know.  probably the best in the united states ((am the best)).    :cool:
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:08:03 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on June 03, 2019, 02:09:47 PM
That is a great answer and I really hope it is true!

Another 100K easy.

Keep the oil change, change the timing belt every 100K (or believe it's just a Honda gimmick to get you to pay for an expensive repair since Honda's supposedly don't need any repairs . . . which reminds me of the time when Acura was just a couple of years old and a friend bought one from a dealership that was also a GM dealer.   The GM service bays were full of nearly new GM cars and the Acura service bays were empty despite the fact they'd sold a crap ton of Acura's from day one).

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Post by: sonofdaxjones on June 03, 2019, 02:12:19 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

If you want more of a real thing I'd go with the 4runner myself, unless you're talking Cherokee . . . otherwise I wouldn't touch a Jeep.

 
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Post by: bucket on June 03, 2019, 02:17:04 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

Didn't realize you were a family man, mocat.
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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 02:17:53 PM
I had a 2012 Grand Cherokee Limited and loved it. Perfect size.


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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:23:44 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

Didn't realize you were a family man, mocat.

i don't have any children (except my dog LOL) but i do seem to always be hauling crap or tailgating or camping or whatever and i can't go back to a sedan now
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:26:51 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

If you want more of a real thing I'd go with the 4runner myself, unless you're talking Cherokee . . . otherwise I wouldn't touch a Jeep.

 

the only jeep you would get is a cherokee?
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:28:01 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

Didn't realize you were a family man, mocat.

i don't have any children (except my dog LOL) but i do seem to always be hauling crap or tailgating or camping or whatever and i can't go back to a sedan now

also i don't put many miles on per year so gas mileage does not matter at all to me
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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 02:29:38 PM
Yeah, no crap. Mrs Dave drives that many in 2 years.


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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:30:53 PM
I had a 2012 Grand Cherokee Limited and loved it. Perfect size.


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yes the GC is in the mix
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Post by: DQ12 on June 03, 2019, 02:47:14 PM
You know what J.E.E.P. stands for right?




Just Empty Ever Pocket

 :lol:
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:51:47 PM
what about

The One You Ought To Avoid

?

 :ohno:
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on June 03, 2019, 02:53:04 PM
my 05 with 150k needs a new AC and this is the last straw for me. would have liked to squeeze another year out of it but it wasn't meant to be. car shopping is super fun and also the worst thing in the world

What kind of car are you looking for?

jeeps and 4runners. i've been in a car-based awd crossover for 7 years and it's like just give me the real thing now please

i also like volvo xc wagons

Didn't realize you were a family man, mocat.

i don't have any children (except my dog LOL) but i do seem to always be hauling crap or tailgating or camping or whatever and i can't go back to a sedan now

also i don't put many miles on per year so gas mileage does not matter at all to me

Oops, Wrangler . .  no Cherokee
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 02:55:41 PM
Oops, Wrangler . .  no Cherokee

that makes more sense. cherokees look like rental cars imo

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Post by: IPA4Me on June 03, 2019, 02:57:09 PM
New Cherokees are cheap crap IMO. Had a couple different rentals (^^^ as noted above). They sucked.
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Post by: chum1 on June 03, 2019, 03:03:38 PM
The list of non-truck vehicles for serious off-roading that almost no one actually does is very short. Wrangler, 4Runner, Land Rover (?), 2020 Bronco.
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 03:13:07 PM
coloradoans (?) drive their crosstreks absolutely everywhere, it's astounding
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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 03:13:19 PM
I had a 1997 Wrangler Sahara in college and it was so horny. Top, doors, anything off. It was a hornwagon.


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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 03:13:45 PM
That was my favorite sled OAT.


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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 03:15:40 PM
got dang that sounds fun
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Post by: mocat on June 03, 2019, 03:16:13 PM
no way i would have been able to safely wield all that horn power in college
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Post by: chum1 on June 03, 2019, 03:18:26 PM
See, I've been considering just getting BOTH a Crosstrek AND a used Wrangler for about the same as I'd pay for a Grand Cherokee or 4Runner.
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Post by: steve dave on June 03, 2019, 03:23:19 PM
Do that imo


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Post by: puniraptor on June 03, 2019, 05:53:32 PM
junked my 1995 323i and picked up a 2005 116i
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Post by: IPA4Me on June 03, 2019, 06:42:02 PM
Well crap. Wrecked the Impala today.  Now shopping for something else.

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Post by: WillieWatanabe on June 03, 2019, 08:49:24 PM
I had a 2012 Grand Cherokee Limited and loved it. Perfect size.


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wife has a 2014 GC Summit. Highly recommend to anyone
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Post by: 8manpick on June 04, 2019, 07:19:54 AM
Well crap. Wrecked the Impala today.  Now shopping for something else.

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I think you have to get a new Cherokee now
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Post by: Pete on June 11, 2019, 09:24:50 AM
I am starting to shop for a car to buy next spring/summer. I sold my BMW (was filled with guilt on that purchase because I wasn’t investing as much as I should) and have been driving a car that I will give to my daughter next Spring.  Anyone have any good idea on used cars that have a boat load of options?  I have never bought new, and don't plan to start now. I want adaptive cruise control, a really big info screen thing, heated seats, heated steering wheel, smart key, the works.  Kinda eyeballing Hyundai and Kia...never thought I'd say that! Also, I don't care about SUV's so I'd rather not pay extra for an SUV vs car.
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Post by: Spracne on June 11, 2019, 09:33:20 AM
Tesla Model S.
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Post by: star seed 7 on June 11, 2019, 09:37:32 AM
SUV but I was in a Kia SUV Rental and it impressed me quite a bit. I've read that they decided to upgrade quality in the new models and this thing was quiet as crap on the highway and had all the features you listed. Definitely changed my mind about Kia.
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Post by: Pete on June 11, 2019, 09:45:14 AM
Tesla Model S.

Too pricey
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Post by: Pete on June 11, 2019, 09:48:24 AM
SUV but I was in a Kia SUV Rental and it impressed me quite a bit. I've read that they decided to upgrade quality in the new models and this thing was quiet as crap on the highway and had all the features you listed. Definitely changed my mind about Kia.

IKNOWRITE!

I am seriously considering an Optima SXL, for example.  That K900 is badass but only RWD AND KANSAS WINTERS OMG!

I am in old man land now on cars.  I want the options that I want, a very comfy and quiet ride, reliable,  and I no longer give two fucks about “brand” from a coolness perspective. 
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Post by: pissclams on June 11, 2019, 10:05:45 AM
sounds like pete is looking for a 1978 camero
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Post by: IPA4Me on June 11, 2019, 10:55:15 AM
Toyota Avalon would suit your needs.
 
Should be able to grab a three year old model for a good price.

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Post by: tdaver on June 11, 2019, 12:53:50 PM
Going to need a new family hauler ASAP.  Give me some suggestions.  Must haves are AWD and three row seating.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on June 11, 2019, 01:02:49 PM
Going to need a new family hauler ASAP.  Give me some suggestions.  Must haves are AWD and three row seating.

Neighbor works for a Toyota dealership and always bringing home cars, he brought home a new Highlander which was nice.   A friend got a new Honda Pilot which he likes.
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Post by: Skipper44 on June 11, 2019, 02:16:05 PM
Going to need a new family hauler ASAP.  Give me some suggestions.  Must haves are AWD and three row seating.
Explorer Sport or Platinum w/ the twin turbo V6 is easily the best performance/$ - Platinum is about $50k and I think you can get a sport around $45k
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Post by: pissclams on June 11, 2019, 02:35:28 PM
$50k on a ford?  come on broheim
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Post by: steve dave on June 11, 2019, 02:52:58 PM
Going to need a new family hauler ASAP.  Give me some suggestions.  Must haves are AWD and three row seating.

I have an 2018 Armada (graphite color, 30k’ish miles) and it is too big. It also drinks gas like it’s crazed for booze and the gas is booze. Can’t park it without doing like 5 point turnabouts. It’s giant and comfy and feels fancy (for a Nissan), and powerful AF (395 hp, can tow 8,500) and I’m willing to part with it to you for a very fair price so slide into those DMs. I’m going to get a medium sized SUV instead like I should have when I bought this giant thing.


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Post by: chum1 on June 11, 2019, 02:57:48 PM
Redesign of the Grand Cherokee comes out in the fall (or thereabouts). First redesign since 2010!
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Post by: Skipper44 on June 11, 2019, 03:21:53 PM
$50k on a ford?  come on broheim
eh, its only a couple grand more than the equivalent Highlander but the extra 100 ft-lbs of torque is priceless for victory at the LeMans on 135th
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Post by: Skipper44 on June 11, 2019, 03:30:59 PM
SUV but I was in a Kia SUV Rental and it impressed me quite a bit. I've read that they decided to upgrade quality in the new models and this thing was quiet as crap on the highway and had all the features you listed. Definitely changed my mind about Kia.

IKNOWRITE!

I am seriously considering an Optima SXL, for example.  That K900 is badass but only RWD AND KANSAS WINTERS OMG!

I am in old man land now on cars.  I want the options that I want, a very comfy and quiet ride, reliable,  and I no longer give two fucks about “brand” from a coolness perspective.
Hyundai Genesis 80 with AWD like this one is hard to beat - even better if you can find a private sale as they have 4/50k full warranty and 10/100k powertrain standardhttps://www.carmax.com/car/17262951 (https://www.carmax.com/car/17262951)
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Post by: tdaver on June 11, 2019, 05:45:04 PM
Going to need a new family hauler ASAP.  Give me some suggestions.  Must haves are AWD and three row seating.

I have an 2018 Armada (graphite color, 30k’ish miles) and it is too big. It also drinks gas like it’s crazed for booze and the gas is booze. Can’t park it without doing like 5 point turnabouts. It’s giant and comfy and feels fancy (for a Nissan), and powerful AF (395 hp, can tow 8,500) and I’m willing to part with it to you for a very fair price so slide into those DMs. I’m going to get a medium sized SUV instead like I should have when I bought this giant thing.


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Not going to get tied down with a boat like that.  Looking more at the Ascent, Highlander, Pilot types.
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Post by: mocat on June 11, 2019, 06:26:42 PM
The new passport is kinda cool
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Post by: CHONGS on June 11, 2019, 07:35:18 PM
Can't go wrong with an Outback. 
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Post by: Pete on June 11, 2019, 07:35:54 PM
SUV but I was in a Kia SUV Rental and it impressed me quite a bit. I've read that they decided to upgrade quality in the new models and this thing was quiet as crap on the highway and had all the features you listed. Definitely changed my mind about Kia.

IKNOWRITE!

I am seriously considering an Optima SXL, for example.  That K900 is badass but only RWD AND KANSAS WINTERS OMG!

I am in old man land now on cars.  I want the options that I want, a very comfy and quiet ride, reliable,  and I no longer give two fucks about “brand” from a coolness perspective.
Hyundai Genesis 80 with AWD like this one is hard to beat - even better if you can find a private sale as they have 4/50k full warranty and 10/100k powertrain standardhttps://www.carmax.com/car/17262951 (https://www.carmax.com/car/17262951)

Yep, the Genesis (prolly a 2015 or 2016) is the leader in the clubhouse for me.  They have more options than you can shake a stick at.
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Post by: TheHamburglar on June 11, 2019, 10:30:43 PM
I'm about to hit 225k on my Corolla.  After changing 2 ignition coils and the alternator I think I'll hit 300k. The hardest part might be paying to put new tires on a car with over 250k.
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Post by: WonderMeal on June 11, 2019, 11:23:50 PM
Need to buy a new-to-her sedan for @MrsWondermeal. She wants a hybrid (~40+ mpg), only drives in the city to and from work. Will probably go with a Fusion Hybrid from a rental car sales place because we can buy it online and be done with it. Have done this before and had no issues.

We both feel very Pete-ish about cars, and will take any other recommendos.
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Post by: steve dave on June 12, 2019, 06:38:26 AM
If you buy a former rental be aware that it has been driven and treated like a rental


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Post by: star seed 7 on June 12, 2019, 08:18:49 AM
My second car was a former rental convertible mustang  :drool:

I test drove a 16 fusion and it's a very fun car but ultimately too cramped for me. Then I went to the 16 taurus and liked it a lot. Extremely comfortable and great ride (one of the best Uber cars from a passenger standpoint too). Was trying to downsize and ended up getting an explorer anyway, but would definitely reco either of those.
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Post by: pissclams on June 12, 2019, 09:01:28 AM
the idea that former rental cars are more risky than non-rentals is a myth.  these are cars that are maintained more regularly than non-rentals and the large majority of people aren't taking them off-road and doing flips and stuff.


if i was looking to move cargo, i would look at the audi all road
i know, a station wagon clams?!!  but they're pretty dope, so anyway
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Post by: meow meow on June 12, 2019, 09:14:09 AM
i love ramping crap with rental cars.  curbs, speed bumps, you name it.
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Post by: Brock Landers on June 12, 2019, 09:14:35 AM
I'm about to hit 225k on my Corolla.  After changing 2 ignition coils and the alternator I think I'll hit 300k. The hardest part might be paying to put new tires on a car with over 250k.

My Camry hit 225k last month and the rear struts are pretty much shot.  Any chance I'm replacing those now?  Hell naw.  I did put new tires and an alternator in it last year tho, that's probably all the care it's going to get other than oil changes.
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Post by: kslim on June 12, 2019, 09:26:51 AM
we bought a new subaru cross trek last year after my repeated "we need something bigger once the kids start sports" low and behold she looks at me after softball practice last night and sure as crap says "we should have gotten something a little bigger huh?" rough ridin' women
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Post by: mocat on June 12, 2019, 09:42:44 AM
rental cars are generally gross and there's a reason they get rid of them after 1 year and 40k miles or whatever, but by all means go be richard gere in pretty woman
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Post by: steve dave on June 12, 2019, 10:04:11 AM
we bought a new subaru cross trek last year after my repeated "we need something bigger once the kids start sports" low and behold she looks at me after softball practice last night and sure as crap says "we should have gotten something a little bigger huh?" rough ridin' women

Classic broad with a vagina move here


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Post by: mocat on June 12, 2019, 10:05:50 AM
if i was looking to move cargo, i would look at the audi all road
i know, a station wagon clams?!!  but they're pretty dope, so anyway

these are great. also the volvo v60 xc
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Post by: tdaver on June 12, 2019, 10:23:57 AM
we bought a new subaru cross trek last year after my repeated "we need something bigger once the kids start sports" low and behold she looks at me after softball practice last night and sure as crap says "we should have gotten something a little bigger huh?" rough ridin' women

How is a crosstrek bigger than what you had?  Were you driving a mini?
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Post by: kslim on June 12, 2019, 10:45:23 AM
we bought a new subaru cross trek last year after my repeated "we need something bigger once the kids start sports" low and behold she looks at me after softball practice last night and sure as crap says "we should have gotten something a little bigger huh?" rough ridin' women

How is a crosstrek bigger than what you had?  Were you driving a mini?
its four seats with little storage space, its not big at all

(https://mystrongad.com/seo-specials/som-crosstrek-specials.jpg)

we had a chevy traverse
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Post by: tdaver on June 12, 2019, 12:13:31 PM
Now I get it.  I thought you were saying the crosstrek was your “something bigger” but turned out to be not big enough (hence my WTF?), not that she vetoed something bigger and got the crosstrek instead.
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Post by: wELLsculptedbrows on June 13, 2019, 12:23:18 PM
i'm one of the best car negotiators and purchasers of anyone that i know.  probably the best in the united states ((am the best)).    :cool:

Please provide insight as to how I should negotiate the purchase of a new Honda ... Insight.

TIA
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Post by: Dr Rick Daris on June 13, 2019, 02:35:35 PM
The new passport is kinda cool

totally totaled my car over the weekend. went with mocat's advice here and got a passport.
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Post by: 8manpick on June 13, 2019, 02:37:46 PM
The new passport is kinda cool

totally totaled my car over the weekend. went with mocat's advice here and got a passport.
Hope everyone is okay in the RowdyyBoy family
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Post by: Dr Rick Daris on June 13, 2019, 03:09:14 PM
The new passport is kinda cool

totally totaled my car over the weekend. went with mocat's advice here and got a passport.
Hope everyone is okay in the RowdyyBoy family


apparently it isn't. i did not get a passport. i got a pilot. tbi from accident? drugs?
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Post by: 8manpick on June 13, 2019, 03:34:19 PM
You could probably return it for the passport still
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Post by: DaBigTrain on November 09, 2019, 09:00:55 AM
:frown:

$7k for a new transmission seems like a crap shoot. So I’m in the market now for a new whip.
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Post by: mocat on November 09, 2019, 09:52:01 AM
That's not what crap shoot means
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Post by: DaBigTrain on November 09, 2019, 01:26:13 PM
That's not what crap shoot means

There’s not many people that can organically get a nickname that truly sticks and defines who they are.  You sure do fit into that category tho Chodecat
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Post by: meow meow on November 09, 2019, 01:27:50 PM
Had to double take and realize tbt is now wacky 1.5
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Post by: Spracne on November 09, 2019, 02:43:36 PM
Lol
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Post by: Institutional Control on November 09, 2019, 03:00:07 PM
Somebody check IP addresses!


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Post by: pissclams on November 10, 2019, 10:59:37 AM
:frown:

$7k for a new transmission seems like a crap shoot. So I’m in the market now for a new whip.
that blows,
what are you thinking about getting
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Post by: DaBigTrain on November 10, 2019, 11:15:11 AM
:frown:

$7k for a new transmission seems like a crap shoot. So I’m in the market now for a new whip.
that blows,
what are you thinking about getting

Yeah it does, the ‘clams mobile I had I thought would last longer than a year. I’m picking up my new ‘clams mobile on Wednesday tho. :D
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Post by: chum1 on January 12, 2020, 07:47:33 AM
https://twitter.com/labergee/status/1215309207966076928
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Post by: Spracne on January 12, 2020, 12:26:36 PM
Lol
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Post by: Katpappy on January 12, 2020, 02:52:15 PM
https://twitter.com/labergee/status/1215309207966076928

TBT, are you looking at this?  :love:
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Post by: mocat on July 14, 2020, 08:28:09 AM
the new bronco rules

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06oa3mncWgA
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Post by: pissclams on July 14, 2020, 10:24:19 AM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model
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Post by: Spracne on July 14, 2020, 10:26:44 AM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!
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Post by: pissclams on July 14, 2020, 10:43:30 AM
my other car is a rear wheel drive car with a lot of torque that i can't drive in any snow and it sucks in the rain so this will be good
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Post by: mocat on July 14, 2020, 10:49:35 AM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!

tuttle creek orv area!
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 14, 2020, 10:50:51 AM
Does it come in a John Elway edition?
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Post by: Brock Landers on July 14, 2020, 11:06:01 AM
My sled rolled past 250000 miles the other day.  A rough ridin' quarter of a million miles.  It developed a tiny oil leak about a month ago.  Still no plans to get rid of it though.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 14, 2020, 11:06:36 AM
the new bronco rules

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06oa3mncWgA
sexy af.. would take one of those over a jeep
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Post by: Trim on July 14, 2020, 11:13:02 AM
There's way too many model choices and options.  Then I looked at jeep and they've done the same thing.  I hope I never have to buy a car again.
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Post by: mocat on July 14, 2020, 11:25:43 AM
Base - road tires, no locker, no luxury, just basic 4wd vehicle
Big Bend - same as base but some aesthetic upgrades
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Black Diamond has the basics you need to off road (A/T tires, skid plates, rock rails, locker).
Outer Banks is that + interior luxury (like a Sahara)
Wildtrak is very desert racing specific (35" tires, upgraded suspension, different gear ratios). i can't imagine you'll see many of these.
Badlands is the most off road capable. basically a Rubicon (Black Diamond + 33" tires, disconnecting front sway bar, etc)
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First Edition - this is just a collector item that will be $60k+, only 3500 will be made.
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Post by: Trim on July 14, 2020, 12:09:50 PM
Outer Banks.
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Post by: Pete on July 14, 2020, 12:31:11 PM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!

If I was clams, I'd totally get one, because they are completely badass.  I am me though, so I bought an AWD Honda pickup.  The closest it will ever get to off-road is a dirt road.  I just wanted AWD for snow.

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Post by: Trim on July 14, 2020, 01:16:59 PM
If I had to buy a car now, I'd take my dog to the subaru place and let her pick which one she likes getting in and out of best from the ones that can adequately hold an inflatable boat and outdoors-y stuff.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 14, 2020, 01:17:42 PM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!

If I was clams, I'd totally get one, because they are completely badass.  I am me though, so I bought an AWD Honda pickup.  The closest it will ever get to off-road is a dirt road.  I just wanted AWD for snow.
that's probably smart given the chassis that its on
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Post by: sys on July 14, 2020, 01:24:19 PM
My sled rolled past 250000 miles the other day.  A rough ridin' quarter of a million miles.  It developed a tiny oil leak about a month ago.  Still no plans to get rid of it though.

i have an elantra at 274k and a 4runner at 260ishk.  probably going to replace both before too long, but pretty up in the air about with what and when.  seems like there are precious few deals on new cars now.  hopefully the elantra can make it till fall.
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Post by: mocat on July 14, 2020, 02:23:34 PM
i have  a 4runner at 260ishk.

 :love:
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2020, 02:42:13 PM
Those Broncos are basically free. Holy crap.


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Post by: IPA4Me on July 14, 2020, 03:02:18 PM
Gimme two. ;)
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Post by: Pete on July 14, 2020, 05:45:29 PM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!

If I was clams, I'd totally get one, because they are completely badass.  I am me though, so I bought an AWD Honda pickup.  The closest it will ever get to off-road is a dirt road.  I just wanted AWD for snow.
that's probably smart given the chassis that its on

It rides very smooth as a result.  Though it can still tow more than I'd ever tow, and haul as much as I need to haul (e.g. half ton of landscape rock).  Also, it has a trunk, and a power outlet and speakers in the bed! I have used the speakers in the bed only once, when unloading crap at the dump. I was blasting hair metal.
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Post by: Cire on July 14, 2020, 06:06:17 PM
I’ve had my truck for 16 years but it only has 117k on it. Bought in 04 with 30k.

Hoping to put another 100k but I assume eventually it will be hard to get parts.


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Post by: Katpappy on July 15, 2020, 01:25:45 PM
the new bronco rules

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06oa3mncWgA

There goes Ford copying Jeep all over again.  Just like WWII.  :rolleyes:
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 15, 2020, 02:00:13 PM
i reserved a spot in line for one last night, 4 door badlands model

Just think of all the sweet off-roading oppys you'll have!

If I was clams, I'd totally get one, because they are completely badass.  I am me though, so I bought an AWD Honda pickup.  The closest it will ever get to off-road is a dirt road.  I just wanted AWD for snow.
that's probably smart given the chassis that its on

It rides very smooth as a result.  Though it can still tow more than I'd ever tow, and haul as much as I need to haul (e.g. half ton of landscape rock).  Also, it has a trunk, and a power outlet and speakers in the bed! I have used the speakers in the bed only once, when unloading crap at the dump. I was blasting hair metal.
It's the perfect suburban truck. Regretfully, I wrecked my 2007 Ridgeline a few years ago. Loved that truck.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 15, 2020, 02:03:19 PM
We were talking about the bronco yesterday in one of my buds group texts.  We all might get one of those new broncos(each a different color) and cruise down wanamaker every friday night.
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Post by: sys on July 15, 2020, 02:08:05 PM
we need to raise the price of gas again.
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Post by: puniraptor on July 15, 2020, 03:08:42 PM
Looks like a giant Jimny
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Post by: Pete on July 15, 2020, 05:43:01 PM
Looks like a giant Jimny

I wish you could buy (and legally drive) the Jimmy here! 
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Post by: tdaver on July 15, 2020, 10:49:32 PM
we need to raise the price of gas again.

Drive that old 4Runner more
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Post by: mocat on July 16, 2020, 07:56:19 AM
we need to raise the price of gas again.

Drive that old 4Runner more
Ya and let's see a pic of this hot rod
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 01:47:09 PM
it's just a stock 2000 4runner, nothing interesting.  i don't drive it much, mostly just in the winter if i'm going to a muddy job site.  maybe take it to the sierras 3-4 times a year.

i'm really befuddled on what to do with my car situation.  i need to replace vehicles to replace both my automotive needs (a high mpg, comfortable vehicle for work, preferably with decent clearance for rough dirt roads and a vehicle with better clearance and traction for mud at work and hiking.

trying to decide between an awd hybrid suv crossover that could hopefully do both, just replacing the elantra with a hybrid sedan and keeping the 4runner for a bit longer or replacing the both of them now, with a hybrid sedan and not sure if with a real suv or crossover.

all the crossover suvs seem to suck for legroom.  doesn't make sense to me, but whatever.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 16, 2020, 01:55:13 PM
it's just a stock 2000 4runner, nothing interesting.  i don't drive it much, mostly just in the winter if i'm going to a muddy job site.  maybe take it to the sierras 3-4 times a year.

i'm really befuddled on what to do with my car situation.  i need to replace vehicles to replace both my automotive needs (a high mpg, comfortable vehicle for work, preferably with decent clearance for rough dirt roads and a vehicle with better clearance and traction for mud at work and hiking.

trying to decide between an awd hybrid suv crossover that could hopefully do both, just replacing the elantra with a hybrid sedan and keeping the 4runner for a bit longer or replacing the both of them now, with a hybrid sedan and not sure if with a real suv or crossover.

all the crossover suvs seem to suck for legroom.  doesn't make sense to me, but whatever.
get an AWD V6 rav4
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 02:18:15 PM
poor legroom, poor mpg.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 16, 2020, 02:48:14 PM
poor legroom, poor mpg.
you're loco ese they get around 25 in town 35 highway.. FIL is about 6'5" and fits in his fine  :dunno:
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 02:55:47 PM
the new hybrid rav4s get 40ish mpg, which is ok, but they aren't comfortable, front legroom is only 41 inches and the center console thing takes up a lot of room where you might otherwise be able to spread your knees.  when i'm working, i will frequently spend 12-14 hours a day in my vehicle, so comfort/legroom is a priority.

toyota is coming out with a new hybrid based on the rav4 that is supposed to be a little longer, so i'm interested in seeing it, but in general toyota skimps on legroom, so i'm not super hopefully.
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Post by: Trim on July 16, 2020, 03:01:17 PM
when i'm working, i will frequently spend 12-14 hours a day in my vehicle, so comfort/legroom is a priority.

Get a big rig and make driving it be your work.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 16, 2020, 03:09:06 PM
mazda cx5 diesel
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 03:28:01 PM
mazda cx5 diesel

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Front leg room   41.0 in
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Post by: mocat on July 16, 2020, 03:33:20 PM
nissan leaf 42" 111 mpg
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Post by: mocat on July 16, 2020, 03:34:01 PM
i doubt it has the range you would need, though
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 16, 2020, 03:39:18 PM
Jeep Grand Cherokee would be my choice for SUV. Test drive was nice. Plenty of power. Fuel economy though. Meh.

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 16, 2020, 03:42:45 PM
just expect expensive parts
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Post by: pissclams on July 16, 2020, 04:22:21 PM
does anyone really care about a car's fuel economy? :lol: 

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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 04:28:02 PM
i doubt it has the range you would need, though

yeah, plus 42" doesn't really compete.  the hyundai sonata has over 44", so that's sort of my benchmark.  i understand taller cars have more upright seats, so it's not directly comparable, but 41" or so isn't really even really trying.
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 04:28:47 PM
does anyone really care about a car's fuel economy? :lol:

it's important to me, yeah.
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Post by: star seed 7 on July 16, 2020, 04:30:14 PM
I want to say I don't care but I went from 13 to 16 and felt pretty good about it #green
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 04:30:47 PM
i don't understand car makers.  just make the seats go back farther, what does it cost you?  if you ever have someone sitting behind you, you can just pull it forward.  but make the front seats go back till the hit the rear seats for the 99.99% of the time there isn't.
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Post by: Skipper44 on July 16, 2020, 04:54:41 PM
If you drive slow a diesel Ram is the best room/mileage option
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Post by: Spracne on July 16, 2020, 05:00:32 PM
Live look at sys:

(https://media1.tenor.com/images/a4cca5f0246d00616cf664e90e287021/tenor.gif?itemid=4953553)
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 05:37:49 PM
If you drive slow a diesel Ram is the best room/mileage option

probably not for me, but it is pretty impressive they can get that good of mileage dragging around tons of steel.
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Post by: michigancat on July 16, 2020, 05:49:34 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's
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Post by: Katpappy on July 16, 2020, 06:51:33 PM
If you drive slow a diesel Ram is the best room/mileage option

My son has one, and gets around 34 mpg on the hwy going 70-75 mph.  It's a '16 Laramie and is loaded.
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 07:30:44 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 16, 2020, 07:43:02 PM
I laughed when I read that earlier. Might raise a few eyebrows.
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Post by: puniraptor on July 16, 2020, 08:28:04 PM
i bought 1 share of ford on robinhood when it was under $4. with the new bronco and ranger printing money, this will soon make me a thousandaire
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 16, 2020, 09:01:35 PM
I’m liking what this thread has going with sys. I don’t want to take away from it, but I do want to pose a question of my own.

How many miles do I have left on my Honda Accord? Currently at 150,000
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Post by: wetwillie on July 16, 2020, 09:19:12 PM
100k
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Post by: pissclams on July 16, 2020, 10:58:19 PM
does anyone really care about a car's fuel economy? :lol:

it's important to me, yeah.

why? I don’t believe you
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 11:17:53 PM
why?

it makes me feel good.
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Post by: sys on July 16, 2020, 11:18:20 PM
100k

yeah.
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Post by: puniraptor on July 17, 2020, 05:51:52 AM
I think of mpg's in terms of my role in the geopolitical war with our spiritual rival petrostates Russia, Iran, Venezuela, etc
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 17, 2020, 08:50:31 AM
I’m liking what this thread has going with sys. I don’t want to take away from it, but I do want to pose a question of my own.

How many miles do I have left on my Honda Accord? Currently at 150,000
it will be your kids first car
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Post by: mocat on July 17, 2020, 09:39:05 AM
Yes, keep the back seat clean as a possible first pelt collection locale
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 17, 2020, 09:42:25 AM
I've found passenger seat works better in an accord  :gocho:
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 17, 2020, 10:36:59 AM
Yes, keep the back seat clean as a possible first pelt collection locale
That backseat at one time had 3 car seats in it. It has already been defiled.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 19, 2020, 03:50:33 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.

What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280
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Post by: Katpappy on July 19, 2020, 04:26:04 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.

What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280

My financial advisor who is 28 wants to get one of these.  He drives an Accord right now and it only a few yrs old, but he's been in a few accidents with it.  He likes his Accord but think's it will be more valuable for trade in with the low miles he has on it.  He told me that even thou the BMW is hot AF, the insurance rate is lower since it is in the family car/SUV class.  He works and lives in Dallas, so he needs a responsive car to commute to/from work.  DBT, thanks for the link cause now I know what he was talking about.   BTW, that dealership is aggressive; as soon as I clicked on the site a pop up requested my location and offered to chat.
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Post by: sys on July 19, 2020, 04:31:18 PM
What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280

poor gas mileage.


i'm kinda hanging around waiting to see if kia or hyundai will add a hybrid version of their sorento/santa fe models for 2021.  ford already makes one that maybe decent, but i dunno about ford.

and i also just can't decide btwn the two car - good gas mileage sedan plus a 4x4 plan like i currently have or the one car - awd crossover that kinda does both plan.
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 19, 2020, 04:34:37 PM
kia telluride got great reviews
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Post by: sys on July 19, 2020, 04:46:20 PM
yeah, hyundai/kia seems to be fairly well regarded on most vehicles (i'm somewhat loyal based on my elantra, which has treated me very well).  the telluride/palisade is bigger than i want and i think they're less likely to get a '21 hybrid than the sorento/santa fes.

hyundai at least also almost always has among the most front legroom in any given vehicle class.  not positive if kia follows suit.
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 19, 2020, 04:52:37 PM
yeah, hyundai/kia seems to be fairly well regarded on most vehicles (i'm somewhat loyal based on my elantra, which has treated me very well).  the telluride/palisade is bigger than i want and i think they're less likely to get a '21 hybrid than the sorento/santa fes.

hyundai at least also almost always has among the most front legroom in any given vehicle class.  not positive if kia follows suit.

looks like 41" for the telluride
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Post by: sys on July 19, 2020, 04:54:58 PM
looks like 41" for the telluride

wow, that sucks.  the palisade has 44".
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Post by: puniraptor on July 19, 2020, 09:08:00 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.

What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280

My financial advisor who is 28 wants to get one of these.  He drives an Accord right now and it only a few yrs old, but he's been in a few accidents with it.  He likes his Accord but think's it will be more valuable for trade in with the low miles he has on it.  He told me that even thou the BMW is hot AF, the insurance rate is lower since it is in the family car/SUV class.  He works and lives in Dallas, so he needs a responsive car to commute to/from work.  DBT, thanks for the link cause now I know what he was talking about.   BTW, that dealership is aggressive; as soon as I clicked on the site a pop up requested my location and offered to chat.

garbage. the X5 peaked with the first gen.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 19, 2020, 09:17:27 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.

What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280

My financial advisor who is 28 wants to get one of these.  He drives an Accord right now and it only a few yrs old, but he's been in a few accidents with it.  He likes his Accord but think's it will be more valuable for trade in with the low miles he has on it.  He told me that even thou the BMW is hot AF, the insurance rate is lower since it is in the family car/SUV class.  He works and lives in Dallas, so he needs a responsive car to commute to/from work.  DBT, thanks for the link cause now I know what he was talking about.   BTW, that dealership is aggressive; as soon as I clicked on the site a pop up requested my location and offered to chat.

garbage. the X5 peaked with the first gen.

Can confirm that puni is wrong.
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Post by: Katpappy on July 19, 2020, 09:22:14 PM
I have an uncle who's probably take than sys and really likes the Porsche suv's

i don't think i'm going to drive a porsche on job sites.

What about this?  It's HOT AF and I would buy in a heartbeat if I had $90k just laying around

https://www.baronbmw.com/inventory/new-2020-bmw-x5-m50i-all-wheel-drive-suv-5uxju4c03l9c57280

My financial advisor who is 28 wants to get one of these.  He drives an Accord right now and it only a few yrs old, but he's been in a few accidents with it.  He likes his Accord but think's it will be more valuable for trade in with the low miles he has on it.  He told me that even thou the BMW is hot AF, the insurance rate is lower since it is in the family car/SUV class.  He works and lives in Dallas, so he needs a responsive car to commute to/from work.  DBT, thanks for the link cause now I know what he was talking about.   BTW, that dealership is aggressive; as soon as I clicked on the site a pop up requested my location and offered to chat.

garbage. the X5 peaked with the first gen.

If I was to get one, it would have to be top of the line and used.  I can't afford to fork over 90K on a SUV.   Also, my WA can afford one since he made over four hundred grand on stock investments last year.
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Post by: Spracne on July 19, 2020, 09:31:39 PM
If I'm buying a BMW M, I want manual transmission. Seems like an overpowered Soccer Mom SUV.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 19, 2020, 09:37:25 PM
If I'm buying a BMW M, I want manual transmission. Seems like an overpowered Soccer Mom SUV.

I'm pretty sure any BMW from the past ~15 years that is automatic can be switched to a paddle manual shift.  It's a little funky because there is not clutch but it still gives you the option.
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Post by: Katpappy on July 19, 2020, 10:05:35 PM
If I'm buying a BMW M, I want manual transmission. Seems like an overpowered Soccer Mom SUV.

I'm pretty sure any BMW from the past ~15 years that is automatic can be switched to a paddle manual shift.  It's a little funky because there is not clutch but it still gives you the option.

Most of those types of cars have a dbl clutch transmission, which are manual.  This type of transmission does not need an operator to engage a clutch for them to shift due to the way they operate.  They are computer controlled with one clutch disengaging a gear as the other one engages next gear.  These are faster at shifting and also save gas.
 
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 19, 2020, 10:09:35 PM
If I'm buying a BMW M, I want manual transmission. Seems like an overpowered Soccer Mom SUV.

I'm pretty sure any BMW from the past ~15 years that is automatic can be switched to a paddle manual shift.  It's a little funky because there is not clutch but it still gives you the option.

Most of those types of cars have a dbl clutch transmission, which are manual.  This type of transmission does not need an operator to engage a clutch for them to shift due to the way they operate.  They are computer controlled with one clutch disengaging a gear as the other one engages next gear.  These are faster at shifting and also save gas.

Can confirm.
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Post by: Spracne on July 19, 2020, 10:35:38 PM
If I'm buying that much motor meat, the fewer friends who are capable of operating it the better.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 19, 2020, 10:47:59 PM
If I'm buying that much motor meat, the fewer friends who are capable of operating it the better.

Up until my last 2 cars I have only owned manual cars.  So I get it.  I do miss the thrill of unnecessarily going up to 6k rpm because you need as much juice as possible for that brief period.
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Post by: pissclams on July 19, 2020, 11:10:07 PM
my last two M cars have been dual clutch.  you know a lot of purists look down on them but they’re incredibly fun to drive, I never drive in automatic mode.  always shift with the paddles
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Post by: tdaver on July 19, 2020, 11:22:03 PM
Need to replace my legacy soon.  Would love to go with a 4Runner/Bronco type for the 1-2 times a year I might actually need it, but can’t justify it for a daily commuter.  Also I really don’t want anything longer or wider then the current vehicle for garage space.  AWD is a must and probably small suv instead of sedan so that I can throw the dog in the back.  I feel like I’m pigeonholed into the Forester/RAV4/CRV segment and all its stereotypes.  I’m sure there’s some higher end options, but I’m cheap and don’t care about driving something nicer.   :dunno:
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Post by: sys on July 20, 2020, 01:37:01 AM
I feel like I’m pigeonholed into the Forester/RAV4/CRV segment and all its stereotypes.

the good news is that a lot of automakers are coming out with pretty efficient hybrids now or next year in that section of the market.
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Post by: michigancat on July 20, 2020, 08:11:06 AM


I feel like I’m pigeonholed into the Forester/RAV4/CRV segment and all its stereotypes.

the good news is that a lot of automakers are coming out with pretty efficient hybrids now or next year in that section of the market.

Also they're pretty great.

Tdaver could also get a station wagon.
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Post by: Katpappy on July 21, 2020, 02:23:13 AM


I feel like I’m pigeonholed into the Forester/RAV4/CRV segment and all its stereotypes.

the good news is that a lot of automakers are coming out with pretty efficient hybrids now or next year in that section of the market.

Also they're pretty great.

Tdaver could also get a station wagon.

Does any auto manufacture make them anymore?  Last one I seen was about 12 years ago.  It was a Taurus X : https://www.cars.com/research/ford-taurus_x-2008/           
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Post by: steve dave on July 21, 2020, 06:34:09 AM
Audi, Volvo, Subaru all make them


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Post by: Institutional Control on July 21, 2020, 08:02:33 AM
My neighbor has a fairly new BMW wagon.
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Post by: chum1 on July 21, 2020, 08:10:14 AM
I work with someome from Germany ( ;)) who drives a VW station wagon. She says that, unlike Americans, Europeans love station wagons, which seems corroborated by the above manufacturers.
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Post by: michigancat on July 21, 2020, 08:28:28 AM
What made me think of it is that in Oregon mountains last week I saw like a late 90's/early 2000's Mercedes Benz wagon with a bike rack and thought "that's not something you see too often"
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Post by: michigancat on July 21, 2020, 08:29:15 AM
I work with someome from Germany ( ;)) who drives a VW station wagon. She says that, unlike Americans, Europeans love station wagons, which seems corroborated by the above manufacturers.
My next door neighbor is German and drives a VW station wagon
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Post by: Pete on July 21, 2020, 09:08:04 AM
Wagons are great! They have as much, or more, storage space as SUV's.  With AWD, they also do just as well in the snow or off road (except the idiots that claim to do rock crawling but do it like once, maybe twice ever).  However, wagons don't make your genitals look larger.  So, Americans cannot drive them.
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Post by: michigancat on July 21, 2020, 09:22:32 AM
I looked it up and Buick also sells one but it looks like VW is no longer selling one

https://www.caranddriver.com/buick/regal-tourx

and man those new volvo wagons look really nice.
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 21, 2020, 09:34:09 AM
Big fan of the Volvo wagon and crossover.

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Post by: steve dave on July 21, 2020, 09:40:02 AM
Saw a lot of slightly lifted Subaru’s last week driven by fly fishers and geared out hiking ladies. Seems like a good option if you don’t have a ton of kids to haul around sys.


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Post by: tdaver on July 21, 2020, 10:18:04 AM
Yeah, I could be okay in a wagon.  I probably would already have an outback if it wasn’t a little longer than I want.  I’ll have to look at others.  And I’ve totally been checking out Subarus with a 1-2“ lift.  Mrstdaver is not a fan  :shakesfist:
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 21, 2020, 10:45:08 AM
When Cadillac produced wagons they were pretty hot
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Post by: michigancat on July 21, 2020, 10:55:08 AM
Yeah, I could be okay in a wagon.  I probably would already have an outback if it wasn’t a little longer than I want.  I’ll have to look at others.  And I’ve totally been checking out Subarus with a 1-2“ lift.  Mrstdaver is not a fan  :shakesfist:

you may be looking for a vehicle that doesn't exist
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 21, 2020, 11:23:10 AM
Yeah, I could be okay in a wagon.  I probably would already have an outback if it wasn’t a little longer than I want.  I’ll have to look at others.  And I’ve totally been checking out Subarus with a 1-2“ lift.  Mrstdaver is not a fan  :shakesfist:
https://www.miniusa.com/model/countryman.html
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 21, 2020, 11:26:23 AM
Big fan of the Volvo wagon and crossover.

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Post by: sys on July 21, 2020, 11:34:07 AM
Saw a lot of slightly lifted Subaru’s last week driven by fly fishers and geared out hiking ladies. Seems like a good option if you don’t have a ton of kids to haul around sys.

i'm considering a crosstrek hybrid.  the price to mileage/legroom doesn't seem quite as compelling as what i'm hoping for in the hyundai/kias when they come out, but it's definitely on the list
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Post by: sys on July 21, 2020, 11:36:23 AM
what i think i really want is to get a sonata hybrid and then have it lifted like 2 inches.  but i don't even know if they do that and if so if everyone looks at you superweird when you drive it.

and also if it fucks something up or something.
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Post by: Katpappy on July 21, 2020, 01:09:24 PM
what i think i really want is to get a sonata hybrid and then have it lifted like 2 inches.  but i don't even know if they do that and if so if everyone looks at you superweird when you drive it.

and also if it fucks something up or something.

Just be prepared for smirks and giggles behind your back.  Maybe even a smart remark from a coworker or two.
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Post by: steve dave on July 21, 2020, 01:15:28 PM
If I know sys (I do) that is what he’s hoping for


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Post by: Spracne on July 21, 2020, 01:16:58 PM
Just wait until he hits them with the MPG's, though. He'll be collecting their jaws from the floor.
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Post by: chum1 on July 21, 2020, 01:18:19 PM
(https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60336814_2222690784659386_296935884018679808_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_sid=9267fe&_nc_ohc=QZw__C_OwOgAX8pcg7r&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-1.xx&oh=22cf67e95b01e7c772539d23ab540ea3&oe=5F3E9ED3)
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 21, 2020, 01:19:31 PM
I drove a Prius C for a few years when I had a field service rep job. 40K miles a year at 55c a mile. Laughed all the way to the bank.

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Post by: Katpappy on July 21, 2020, 01:21:36 PM
I imagine Sys is more into how well he can get around muddy construction sites in comfort.
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Post by: Trim on July 21, 2020, 01:21:48 PM
Saw a lot of slightly lifted Subaru’s last week driven by fly fishers and geared out hiking ladies. Seems like a good option if you don’t have a ton of kids to haul around sys.

i'm considering a crosstrek hybrid.  the price to mileage/legroom doesn't seem quite as compelling as what i'm hoping for in the hyundai/kias when they come out, but it's definitely on the list

This is the picture used on the site where the rear seat cover option is offered, which makes the entire car pretty desirable.

(https://secure-akns.subaru.com/content/media/mp_hero_880/RearSeatCover_F411SFL000_20CTK.jpg)
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Post by: michigancat on July 21, 2020, 01:22:12 PM
If I know sys (I do) that is what he’s hoping for


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hell yes
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 21, 2020, 01:30:38 PM
(https://scontent-ort2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/60336814_2222690784659386_296935884018679808_n.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_sid=9267fe&_nc_ohc=QZw__C_OwOgAX8pcg7r&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-1.xx&oh=22cf67e95b01e7c772539d23ab540ea3&oe=5F3E9ED3)
Oh my :love:
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Post by: pissclams on July 21, 2020, 02:56:32 PM
i drive a hummer with a prius shell, gets even worse gas mileage than a regular hummer
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Post by: steve dave on July 21, 2020, 03:07:49 PM
Mary Kate!


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Post by: star seed 7 on July 21, 2020, 03:10:34 PM
McConaughey?!?
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Post by: sys on July 21, 2020, 03:28:24 PM
This is the picture used on the site where the rear seat cover option is offered, which makes the entire car pretty desirable.

(https://secure-akns.subaru.com/content/media/mp_hero_880/RearSeatCover_F411SFL000_20CTK.jpg)

i did not know this existed.  this is a big point in favor of the crosstrek.
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Post by: sys on July 21, 2020, 03:30:37 PM
Just be prepared for smirks and giggles behind your back.  Maybe even a smart remark from a coworker or two.

i don't think it would be that noticeable.  just a small suspension lift and put in tires with more sidewall than those stupid ass thin tires that new cars come with now.

maybe more like an inch and half than two inches.
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Post by: sys on July 21, 2020, 03:32:35 PM
I drove a Prius C for a few years when I had a field service rep job. 40K miles a year at 55c a mile. Laughed all the way to the bank.

yep.  i calculate my depreciation costs on my elantra at like .07/mile and gas at like .10/mile.  it's been awesome.
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Post by: steve dave on July 21, 2020, 03:38:41 PM
I just fill up whenever and use Hy-Vee fuel saver points

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Post by: Spracne on July 21, 2020, 03:46:25 PM
Another excellent addition to my Reflections of Stevedave (TM) coffee table book.
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Post by: Trim on July 21, 2020, 03:49:49 PM
I just fill up whenever and use Hy-Vee fuel saver points

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You need to hold your phone like this.

 :combofan:
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 22, 2020, 11:07:27 PM
Would buy. Saw earlier tonight.

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Post by: chum1 on July 22, 2020, 11:10:07 PM
I wouldn't want people making small penis jokes about me.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 22, 2020, 11:11:44 PM
I wouldn't want people making small penis jokes about me.
A woman was driving.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 22, 2020, 11:16:09 PM
Also yes, I drive a nice black BMW, for those asking.  With a very obvious and embarrassing phone mark on the dash pic.

:cool:
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 22, 2020, 11:16:57 PM
Hopefully that doesn’t require a trigger warning.......
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Post by: puniraptor on July 22, 2020, 11:22:53 PM
do not get a porsche if you are over 5'10" or 200lbs

source: i drove a cayman through the north georgia mountains.
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 23, 2020, 06:16:59 AM
That eliminated tbt from the Porsche club.

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Post by: sonofdaxjones on July 23, 2020, 08:58:36 AM
do not get a porsche if you are over 5'10" or 200lbs

source: i drove a cayman through the north georgia mountains.

Nor a BMW unless it's a 7 series.

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Post by: pissclams on July 23, 2020, 09:16:04 AM
little known factoid from tbt's pic, that chase bank in the background is the second chase in the kc metro; the first is at 119th and roe in south leawood
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Post by: chum1 on July 23, 2020, 09:30:33 AM
Million dollar idea: guided tours given by Porche driving KC metro bank location expert.
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Post by: Spracne on July 23, 2020, 09:45:02 AM
Also yes, I drive a nice black BMW, for those asking.  With a very obvious and embarrassing phone mark on the dash pic.

:cool:

Cringe
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on July 24, 2020, 05:44:42 PM
Really expected to see DBS driving a Prius.

Also, anyone who is going to buy a Bronco is a "Climate Denialist" per Vice. 

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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 24, 2020, 06:39:10 PM
Really expected to see DBS driving a Prius.

Also, anyone who is going to buy a Bronco is a "Climate Denialist" per Vice.
If the Prius had 22” spinners I would.
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Post by: IPA4Me on July 25, 2020, 07:03:13 AM
It would be pretty funny watching you wrap around the steering column. I'm 5-10 and fit perfectly in there.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on July 27, 2020, 12:51:34 AM
Does it come in a John Elway edition?
Or an OJ EDITION? :fatty:


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Post by: GregKSU1027 on July 27, 2020, 12:58:37 AM
My 2001 Jeep Cherokee that I bought senior year of high school has been in a hit and run at kstate (backed into by some idiot while I was in class) just rolled over 135,000 miles on it. Has no a/c, heater works. Just put tires on it. Plan on buying a car in like two years. Have enough money now.

If I were to buy one it would probably be a Dodge Ram 1500 classic Warlock.


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Post by: Katpappy on July 27, 2020, 11:11:03 AM
That's a great looking truck, and they still sell classics'.  I don't see many on the new dealer lots around here, so it might be an order option.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on July 27, 2020, 11:12:30 AM
That's a great looking truck, and they still sell classic's.  I don't see many on the new dealer lots around here, so it might be an order option.
I love the warlocks and the rebels a lot!


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Post by: Institutional Control on July 28, 2020, 07:57:50 PM
https://twitter.com/mahomeszn/status/1288208565035991040?s=21.


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Post by: Pete on July 28, 2020, 10:39:12 PM
I think he's taking up more than one parking spot. 
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 29, 2020, 07:27:27 AM
I think he's taking up more than one parking spot.

He’s properly social distancing.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on July 29, 2020, 09:26:46 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?

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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 29, 2020, 09:28:02 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?

Online with front door delivery.
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Post by: Institutional Control on July 29, 2020, 09:39:48 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?

Dallas
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on July 29, 2020, 09:42:30 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?

Online with front door delivery.

Interesting. 

Good to see a super high tech fossil fuel powered machine on the streets in Kansas City.

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Post by: Spracne on July 29, 2020, 10:02:13 AM
I remember buying my first Ferrari. Felt incredible. So proud for Pat.
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Post by: star seed 7 on July 29, 2020, 10:25:34 AM
I remember buying my first Ferrari. Felt incredible. So proud for Pat.

That was a fiero
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Post by: steve dave on July 29, 2020, 10:55:26 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?
Omaha has a Bentley dealership. Which is lmao.


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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 29, 2020, 11:03:51 AM
Where does one go to buy a new Ferrari in KC?
Omaha has a Bentley dealership. Which is lmao.


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The Dallas of Nebraska
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on July 29, 2020, 11:48:24 AM
Nick Saban and partners sell the crap out of MB's around here.   It's . . . fascinating.

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Post by: steve dave on July 29, 2020, 01:02:00 PM
He’s got a bunch of stores in Louisiana too


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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 04:03:39 PM
things are not going well for me on the car buying.  cars that have more or less have everything i want don't exist.  basically you can get any two of these three things in a vehicle, but all three in none.

1.  fuel efficiency
2.  ground clearance
3.  legroom
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on August 18, 2020, 04:06:32 PM
My 2001 Jeep Cherokee that I bought senior year of high school has been in a hit and run at kstate (backed into by some idiot while I was in class) just rolled over 135,000 miles on it. Has no a/c, heater works. Just put tires on it. Plan on buying a car in like two years. Have enough money now.

If I were to buy one it would probably be a Dodge Ram 1500 classic Warlock.


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Update. Like 5 days after I posted this my car overheated running an errand in MHK, turns out my radiator wasn't holding as much fluid as it had been. Just put 300 dollars worth of parts on it and it runs fine now.  So still holding on.
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Post by: Fedor on August 18, 2020, 04:23:08 PM
things are not going well for me on the car buying.  cars that have more or less have everything i want don't exist.  basically you can get any two of these three things in a vehicle, but all three in none.

1.  fuel efficiency
2.  ground clearance
3.  legroom
Buy a Subaru and get it over with.  You already have the prerequisite weirdo personality.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 04:23:48 PM
Update. Like 5 days after I posted this my car overheated running an errand in MHK, turns out my radiator wasn't holding as much fluid as it had been. Just put 300 dollars worth of parts on it and it runs fine now.  So still holding on.

my elantra has started overheating all the time.  it's ok at night or in the morning when it's cool and it's ok on a flat highway when it's hot.  but anything else and it's always trying to overheat.

really makes you appreciate a functioning ac when you have to do without.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 04:26:20 PM
Buy a Subaru and get it over with.  You already have the prerequisite weirdo personality.

i haven't yet test sat a suburu, but from their published legroom numbers i'm not optimistic.  they also aren't very fuel efficient, so while it's possible i may decide to buy one, it won't be because it fulfills all of my requirements.
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Post by: steve dave on August 18, 2020, 04:44:31 PM
sys got incredibly excited about that weirdo personality comment though, I guarantee it


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Post by: Katpappy on August 18, 2020, 05:34:43 PM
Test drive a ram w/ EcoDiesel.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 05:42:57 PM
Test drive a ram w/ EcoDiesel.

while it's impressive that a giant ass truck can get decent hwy mileage, since i don't need a giant ass truck, they aren't really an efficient option compared to efficient smaller vehicles.
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Post by: michigancat on August 18, 2020, 05:50:24 PM
My wife got in a hit and run in the ol' Nissan Leaf and while it was in for repair our rental somehow ended up being a BMW 330i. It's a much fancier and higher performing car than I'm used to. Took Highway 1 out to Stinson Beach last night and it was fun!

 :driving: (but with the paddles until my wife got annoyed with the paddle shifting)
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Post by: pissclams on August 18, 2020, 05:51:59 PM
i plan on hammering a hole in the new bronco fuel tank when it shows up and possibly disconnecting the fuel line if needed
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Post by: michigancat on August 18, 2020, 05:57:22 PM
things are not going well for me on the car buying.  cars that have more or less have everything i want don't exist.  basically you can get any two of these three things in a vehicle, but all three in none.

1.  fuel efficiency
2.  ground clearance
3.  legroom

I'm curious what the high fuel effiency/high ground clearance/no legroom options are
Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on August 18, 2020, 06:31:00 PM
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Post by: steve dave on August 18, 2020, 06:32:02 PM
If sys was a car

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Post by: steve dave on August 18, 2020, 06:33:44 PM
A kid at my HS actually drove an old AF one of those. It was honestly the ideal Meade, KS vehicle.


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Post by: tdaver on August 18, 2020, 06:56:06 PM
Buy a Subaru and get it over with.  You already have the prerequisite weirdo personality.

i haven't yet test sat a suburu, but from their published legroom numbers i'm not optimistic.  they also aren't very fuel efficient.

What’s your definition of fuel efficient?  They all get 30+ highway. Or are you looking for hybrid-like efficiency?

I’ve all but decided to get a Forester and have been emailing dealers.  I’m not convinced some of these guys actually want to sell a car.  One local place can’t figure out which cars they actually have on the lot and then can’t find the keys for some that are sitting there.  Another place told me they don’t send quotes in writing.  I’m probably going to end up flying to CoSprings or Omaha to a high volume dealer and driving  home.
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Post by: steve dave on August 18, 2020, 06:58:59 PM
The manufacturers are very back logged on getting them cars for obvious reasons. A lot of them almost sold out of inventory a couple months back. Stuff shows up on their websites because it’s on order. Inventory should catch up soon.


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Post by: CHONGS on August 18, 2020, 07:00:25 PM
I'm a pretty tall dude, and I have plenty of leg room in my Subaru.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 07:00:31 PM
I'm curious what the high fuel effiency/high ground clearance/no legroom options are
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rav4 hybrid
venza
cr-v hybrid
crosstrek hybrid

in order from most efficient to least.  from like 42 mpg to 35ish, iirc.  all in the around 8" of ground clearance region.


or if you go in another direction, you can get something like a kia niro which is more efficient (50ish) but only has like 6.5" of clearance.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 07:04:58 PM
What’s your definition of fuel efficient?  They all get 30+ highway. Or are you looking for hybrid-like efficiency?

I’ve all but decided to get a Forester and have been emailing dealers.  I’m not convinced some of these guys actually want to sell a car.  One local place can’t figure out which cars they actually have on the lot and then can’t find the keys for some that are sitting there.  Another place told me they don’t send quotes in writing.

i'd like 40 hwy for a suv/crossover.  much below that and i start thinking a sedan (50) might be the better option for me.


i went to a suburu dealer to try sitting in a crosstrek and an outback.  i wandered around looking at the cars for like 15 minutes waiting for a salesman to ask me what i wanted and no one did so i left.
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 07:10:03 PM
i've watched an insane number of car review videos over the last month or so.  it's amazing how much i know about 2020 model cars now.
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Post by: nicname on August 18, 2020, 07:45:18 PM
i plan on hammering a hole in the new bronco fuel tank when it shows up and possibly disconnecting the fuel line if needed

Oh my god those are legit pussy wagons.
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Post by: chum1 on August 18, 2020, 07:56:28 PM
i wandered around looking at the cars for like 15 minutes waiting for a salesman to ask me what i wanted and no one did so i left.

I went to a bunch of dealerships recently and most of the cars were unlocked.
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Post by: Katpappy on August 18, 2020, 08:09:10 PM
Most are unlocked during business hours.  My problem with going to a lot to look at vehicles is how fast I get hit up by salesmen.  This may be due to the fact that I dress nice and of course as a K-State boomer they know I'm loaded.  :bigtoke: :kstategrad:
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Post by: sys on August 18, 2020, 08:18:55 PM
Most are unlocked during business hours.  My problem with going to a lot to look at vehicles is how fast I get hit up by salesmen.  This may be due to the fact that I dress nice and of course as a K-State boomer they know I'm loaded.  :bigtoke: :kstategrad:

the suburu dealership was the only one i've gone to where a salesman didn't find me pretty quick.  maybe they have some ethic about low-pressure sales or something, dunno.
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Post by: Institutional Control on August 18, 2020, 08:51:54 PM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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Post by: pissclams on August 18, 2020, 09:04:55 PM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.
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Post by: Institutional Control on August 18, 2020, 09:23:30 PM
2022 will be fine with me.  I have 12 more payments on my F150 and I would like to feel what it’s like to not a have a car payment for the first time since college. At least for a few months.


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Post by: Trim on August 18, 2020, 10:06:34 PM
Most are unlocked during business hours.  My problem with going to a lot to look at vehicles is how fast I get hit up by salesmen.  This may be due to the fact that I dress nice and of course as a K-State boomer they know I'm loaded.  :bigtoke: :kstategrad:

the suburu dealership was the only one i've gone to where a salesman didn't find me pretty quick.  maybe they have some ethic about low-pressure sales or something, dunno.

Between this and the dog, the entire subaru experience sounds fantastic.
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Post by: puniraptor on August 19, 2020, 03:12:54 AM
Ford Transit Connect
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Post by: IPA4Me on August 19, 2020, 04:49:23 AM
Ford Transit Connect
Seats are crap. Not good for trip over an hour.

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Post by: Katpappy on August 19, 2020, 10:31:00 AM
Most are unlocked during business hours.  My problem with going to a lot to look at vehicles is how fast I get hit up by salesmen.  This may be due to the fact that I dress nice and of course as a K-State boomer they know I'm loaded.  :bigtoke: :kstategrad:

the suburu dealership was the only one i've gone to where a salesman didn't find me pretty quick.  maybe they have some ethic about low-pressure sales or something, dunno.

My son and I went to suburu about two yrs. ago.  They thought they had a for sure sale, since my son was driving an outback rental.  He had wrecked his pickup and this is what the insurance company gave him.  They let us test drive a forester and that was about all he wanted to look at.  Tried to negotiate a deal and the most we could get was a $1,000 off.  This was in August and typically a time when dealers will offer the most discounts for the year end cars.  They are very proud of their vehicles and bragged on how efficient, longevity, and high resale.  We basically said eff this bullshit and ended up buying an American made truck for over $15 grand off.     
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Post by: mocat on August 19, 2020, 11:01:56 AM
 :lol:
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Post by: sys on August 19, 2020, 09:55:44 PM
i think i'm going to wait a while and see if the kia sorento hybrid gets released before my car craps out.
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 01:46:56 PM
I’ve all but decided to get a Forester and have been emailing dealers.  I’m not convinced some of these guys actually want to sell a car.  One local place can’t figure out which cars they actually have on the lot and then can’t find the keys for some that are sitting there.  Another place told me they don’t send quotes in writing.  I’m probably going to end up flying to CoSprings or Omaha to a high volume dealer and driving  home.

I think I’m down to Omaha, CoSprings, and Reno.  Have any of you guys ever traveled that far for a car?  It seems stupid but the local guys are $2000+ higher and have no interest in getting close.
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2020, 01:55:19 PM
Yeah, I’ve purchased vehicles in Omaha. AMA


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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 01:59:33 PM
Mocat, run these numbers.
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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 02:00:57 PM
Yeah, I’ve purchased vehicles in Omaha. AMA

What attractions exist there right now that could justify trader's trip?
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 02:02:06 PM
Yeah, I’ve purchased vehicles in Omaha. AMA


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But have you purchased vehicles in Cheyenne or Milwaukee?
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 02:03:12 PM
Yeah, I’ve purchased vehicles in Omaha. AMA

What attractions exist there right now that could justify trader's trip?

Yes, this is what I need to know.  Are any of the airports worth seeing?  Any must have brews that I can smuggle home?
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2020, 02:06:52 PM
Yeah, I’ve purchased vehicles in Omaha. AMA

What attractions exist there right now that could justify trader's trip?
Zoo is open. My kid has a double header in baseball Sunday he’s welcome to attend. Zipline is making some good beers these days. Up In The Air filmed scenes at the airport.


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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 02:21:18 PM
tdaver, this whole thing sounds ridiculous but I think you know that.  Flying sucks right now.  Long necessary driving sucks right now.  Everything's inconvenient.  In my experience, you get better service from a dealer you bought the car from than you would your local subaru dealer you spurned, if you'd be getting service from a dealer.  I'd guess there could be some extra hoops to jump through with registration after buying out of state.

But if you're compelled to save $2K less expenses of the trip, don't pick the nearest places or even a destination place you're intrigued by.  Pick based off what you want your first leisure road trip to be that will double as you having to drive home.

And you should probably transport something to further tip the scales in your favor, either as a good deed or for profit.  Maybe adopt or facilitate the adoption of a dog from a place that's overburdened and bring the dog back to your town.  Or take advantage of the post office being decimated and try to get people along the route to pay you to deliver things.
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Post by: sys on August 22, 2020, 02:32:09 PM
i bought my 4runner (used) in slc and my elantra in san jose, so i'm obviously fine with buying out of area.  but, unless suburu does things totally different, your local dealers are not a static pricing situation.  the brand incentives change all the time and dealerships often have quotas that they have to meet within a given time frame to receive payments from the brand that will make them more or less motivated to sell a vehicle.  a dealer that laughs at your offer today may be perfectly happy to sell you the same car at that price in a week or a month.
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Post by: michigancat on August 22, 2020, 02:32:37 PM
Seems obvious but just get something used locally
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2020, 02:34:41 PM
Seems obvious but simply walk or crawl to your destination


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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 02:37:46 PM
sys, if you decide on a hyundai, get it in Brazil.

https://mymodernmet.com/tuscon-prime-hyundai-dealership/
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Post by: sys on August 22, 2020, 02:44:09 PM
i don't think we're allowed in brazil.
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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 02:46:37 PM
That sucks but is a caveat to tdaver, make sure you’d have no issues going to or coming from any of these places.
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 03:39:24 PM
I agree with all that.  It seems stupid or ridiculous in this environment.
   
I don’t really want to fly anywhere and I really really don’t want to drive back from Omaha.  Reno wouldn’t be terrible because I could take a morning flight and be home that evening.

I would much rather buy used and that may be as big of a mental hurdle to just buying something than the travel stuff.  But local options are limited and are listed higher than the new cars out of state.   

And it’s not an affordability issue, I just want a good deal.

Yep, it’s stupid.  But it’s $2k.
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 03:41:36 PM
Also should mention my current car needs new tires very soon (not to mention some other work) and I don’t want to spend that money just to replace the car in few months.  Thus the push to do something now.
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Post by: Trim on August 22, 2020, 04:08:57 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.
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Post by: Katpappy on August 22, 2020, 04:17:04 PM
Also should mention my current car needs new tires very soon (not to mention some other work) and I don’t want to spend that money just to replace the car in few months.  Thus the push to do something now.

If you're buying new, end of the year is when they have the best deals.  I'm not talking about bullshit factory rebates, but good old fashion dealer needing to reduce inventory for tax purposes.  They will negotiate with you and you'll still get whatever factory incentives offered.  Just remember one discount comes from the factory and one from the dealer's pocket.  This advice is from 45 years of buying and selling cars experience.
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2020, 09:43:40 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.
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Post by: Skipper44 on August 22, 2020, 10:15:40 PM
The Springs back to SLC (I think this Tdaver hq) has routes I would pay 2k to drive
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Post by: tdaver on August 22, 2020, 11:38:03 PM
Yeah I’ve got skymiles out the wazoo plus gas and a drive thru burger.   It’s really not much money.  Just the time commitment sucks.

But anyway... problem solved because the last local place that I had given up on just came back at $600 over.    That’s good enough.
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Post by: Trim on August 23, 2020, 12:28:41 AM
:lol:

I guess you could still drive your new car to omaha for sd’s kid’s game or just to break it in.
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Post by: tdaver on August 23, 2020, 12:38:07 AM
I was about to suggest that sd and his kid should pick it up for me and drive it out here on a vision quest.
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Post by: sys on August 23, 2020, 12:46:28 AM
problem solved because the last local place that I had given up on just came back at $600 over.

nice.  this is a forester?  would you mind sharing the price?
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Post by: Trim on August 23, 2020, 01:10:41 AM
I was about to suggest that sd and his kid should pick it up for me and drive it out here on a vision quest.

Depending how big the subaru and small the kids, it could be the whole travel baseball team!
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Post by: tdaver on August 23, 2020, 10:47:49 AM
nice.  this is a forester?  would you mind sharing the price?

MSRP 33.2
Invoice 30.7
OMA/COS/RNO 29.4-29.6

You can get a new forester a lot cheaper than this, but I had to load it up to get a couple options that I wanted.
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Post by: nicname on August 23, 2020, 11:54:50 AM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.

I’m getting horned up just thinking about our next car purchase. Plan is to get some
new cc w/ a sick bonus, go to dealership, pressure them down on price, use cc to purchase car outright, get a bazillion bonus points and spend points, get on phone and pay cc immediately, drive home in newly purchased car while dreaming about sick vacation we just schemed.
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Post by: sys on August 23, 2020, 03:48:17 PM
MSRP 33.2
Invoice 30.7
OMA/COS/RNO 29.4-29.6

that seems really good.  i didn't know there was that much wiggle room in subaru prices.
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Post by: pissclams on August 23, 2020, 03:55:41 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.

I’m getting horned up just thinking about our next car purchase. Plan is to get some
new cc w/ a sick bonus, go to dealership, pressure them down on price, use cc to purchase car outright, get a bazillion bonus points and spend points, get on phone and pay cc immediately, drive home in newly purchased car while dreaming about sick vacation we just schemed.
dealers limit the amt you can charge
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Post by: Katpappy on August 23, 2020, 07:57:44 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.

I’m getting horned up just thinking about our next car purchase. Plan is to get some
new cc w/ a sick bonus, go to dealership, pressure them down on price, use cc to purchase car outright, get a bazillion bonus points and spend points, get on phone and pay cc immediately, drive home in newly purchased car while dreaming about sick vacation we just schemed.
dealers limit the amt you can charge

Yea, it costs them around 2.5%.  That adds up on a large purchase.
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Post by: nicname on August 23, 2020, 10:51:13 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.

I’m getting horned up just thinking about our next car purchase. Plan is to get some
new cc w/ a sick bonus, go to dealership, pressure them down on price, use cc to purchase car outright, get a bazillion bonus points and spend points, get on phone and pay cc immediately, drive home in newly purchased car while dreaming about sick vacation we just schemed.
dealers limit the amt you can charge

Goddamnit. Another great plan foiled. I was already having dreams of Maui or something.
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Post by: puniraptor on August 24, 2020, 02:25:43 AM
junked the missus's 2001 cube, picked up a 2004 cube. its way more cubie.
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Post by: DQ12 on August 24, 2020, 04:04:33 PM
But it’s $2k.

With what you'd have to spend and go through, it's not $2k.

maybe it's like credit card/travel points and miles and he just gets horny AF about maximizing value there. I can very hornily relate.

I’m getting horned up just thinking about our next car purchase. Plan is to get some
new cc w/ a sick bonus, go to dealership, pressure them down on price, use cc to purchase car outright, get a bazillion bonus points and spend points, get on phone and pay cc immediately, drive home in newly purchased car while dreaming about sick vacation we just schemed.
dealers limit the amt you can charge

Goddamnit. Another great plan foiled. I was already having dreams of Maui or something.
Yeah I looked into that a couple years ago and there's a CC surcharge.  I remember thinking that it was probably a net loss in terms of points and total sale amount.
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Post by: tdaver on August 24, 2020, 04:08:25 PM
I was just told I could put $2500 on a card, but I’ve heard of up to $5000 before.
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Post by: michigancat on August 24, 2020, 04:09:40 PM
junked the missus's 2001 cube, picked up a 2004 cube. its way more cubie.

why didn't you try to get a weirder japanese car

also how hard was it to switch driving sides
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Post by: puniraptor on August 25, 2020, 08:55:49 PM
junked the missus's 2001 cube, picked up a 2004 cube. its way more cubie.

why didn't you try to get a weirder japanese car

also how hard was it to switch driving sides

1. utility/opportunity+expendable price point. This is her car. I don't really like it. cubes were sold in us but this one is still pretty weird. It has a hilariously small 3rd row seat bench that pops up in the back. you have to take the headrests off and they mount on holes in the side panel that are also the 3rd row cupholders. there are also 1000 storage cubbies. It has a TV tuner, but it doesnt work because of the switch to digital broadcast.

anyway, we just get the cheapest car that fits our needs at the moment we need it.

I do really want to get something weird/cool to take back. Delica space gear or starwagon is at the top of the list.

2. its a shock at first. We got driven around alot before we ever drove ourselves, so my brain was already adapted before driving. Now i can switch back and forth completely in about 2 days. every now and then i still have a brain fart and mess up, but its probably been 1.5 years since i last drove on the wrong side of the road.
its easier driving here because the roads are always crowded and you just do whatever everyone else is doing. going back to kansas is hard because you might be totally alone trying to decide which lane to turn in to.
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Post by: michigancat on August 25, 2020, 09:22:16 PM
Lol that third row sounds amazing. Would like to see pics of you in it
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Post by: puniraptor on August 25, 2020, 10:17:05 PM
this was the last time:

alot of the stoplights have lights facing both directions. the main road near my house is like a divided boulevard. it was early in the morning and there was nobody around. i mindlessly turned left into the far lane (like an american) and stopped at the stop light. there was a red light facing me. after a few seconds a car pulled up to the intersection directly across from me, facing me in the same lane at the same red light. i was super confused and assumed it was somebody on the wrong side of the road, until i saw a car pull up to the intersection on the correct side next to me.

when the light turned green i gassed it diagonal across the intersection to the correct side.

i felt shame
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Post by: bucket on August 25, 2020, 10:26:56 PM
The Starwagon looks sweet. Always been partial to Vanigans.
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Post by: Kat Kid on August 26, 2020, 09:10:28 AM
My son just touched the “accord” decal on the rear and it fell off.
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Post by: Katpappy on August 26, 2020, 06:03:25 PM
The Starwagon looks sweet. Always been partial to Vanigans.

Starwagon is an ulgy ass van.  :Yuck:
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Post by: mocat on November 03, 2020, 11:45:30 PM
Biden is a Jeep guy
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 05, 2020, 02:07:33 PM
The Starwagon looks sweet. Always been partial to Vanigans.

Starwagon is an ulgy ass van.  :Yuck:
prime yote killing vehicle
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Post by: Kat Kid on November 05, 2020, 02:44:50 PM
About to roll over to 160,000 on the 2007 Honda Accord getting a bumper repaired after a battle with a deer.
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on November 05, 2020, 02:50:52 PM
Nice work, son!
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 05, 2020, 02:57:39 PM
About to roll over to 160,000 on the 2007 Honda Accord getting a bumper repaired after a battle with a deer.
good for another 100k dog
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Post by: Kat Kid on November 06, 2020, 08:46:01 PM
did not start this morning and we had a real scare, but was just a bad connection on the battery and we are good now.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 07, 2020, 08:36:17 AM
did not start this morning and we had a real scare, but was just a bad connection on the battery and we are good now.
It’s a Honda.. you should’ve known better
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Post by: ben ji on November 07, 2020, 09:28:11 AM
did not start this morning and we had a real scare, but was just a bad connection on the battery and we are good now.

When my 03 Corolla was on its last legs (205k miles) something similar would happen about every other month where I would go to start it but nothing happened. I would just disconnect the battery cables and put them back on it it would work fine for some reason. I drove that thing for another 2 years because I figured it wasn't worth it to fix it correctly.
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Post by: Kat Kid on November 07, 2020, 09:58:36 AM
It cost me $80 to fix
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Post by: Cire on December 16, 2020, 08:17:20 PM
Brake line popped today. That was weird!!!


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Post by: steve dave on December 16, 2020, 08:26:16 PM
wife used to commute omaha to lincoln every day. so we had her in a civic originally and now an accord. she's starting to realize she can be as effective from home and may only commute to lincoln 3 days'ish once stuff is normalized. thinking of getting her the new 2022 MDX and myself like a 4 door jeep or defender or something with IMPLIED truck nuts but not like physical truck nuts dangling and crap.
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Post by: wetwillie on December 16, 2020, 08:31:01 PM
What do you have against trucks?
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Post by: michigancat on December 16, 2020, 08:40:54 PM
What do you have against Civics?
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Post by: _33 on December 16, 2020, 08:41:27 PM
A month ago I bought a 2000 Toyota Tundra double cab.  While looking for a truck I became obsessed with the size of the 1st gen Tundras.  They're not super huge truck nuts trucks so they will fit in the garage but they still have a V8 and a 6.5 ft bed.  They're the perfect size of truck in between mid size and full size.  By the way, it only had 61K miles on it.  Wow! :horrorsurprise:  Bought it from an 85 year old gentlemen who bought it new when he was 65 and had barely driven it the last 10 years.  I want to drive it to like 250K hopefully.

Also we traded in our Toyota Sienna for a Buick Enclave. 

So now you're up to date on _33 and family's car dealings.
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Post by: steve dave on December 16, 2020, 08:41:55 PM
What do you have against trucks?

I don't have anything to put in the back of them that wouldn't be better served inside an enclosed SUV area thing? I grew up on a cow farm, I've driven more types and styles of trucks than anyone on this message board probably. I love a utilitarian truck.
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Post by: steve dave on December 16, 2020, 08:42:30 PM
What do you have against Civics?

they are small AF
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Post by: steve dave on December 16, 2020, 08:43:20 PM
A month ago I bought a 2000 Toyota Tundra double cab.  While looking for a truck I became obsessed with the size of the 1st gen Tundras.  They're not super huge truck nuts trucks so they will fit in the garage but they still have a V8 and a 6.5 ft bed.  They're the perfect size of truck in between mid size and full size.  By the way, it only had 61K miles on it.  Wow! :horrorsurprise:  Bought it from an 85 year old gentlemen who bought it new when he was 65 and had barely driven it the last 10 years.  I want to drive it to like 250K hopefully.

Also we traded in our Toyota Sienna for a Buick Enclave. 

So now you're up to date on _33 and family's car dealings.

damn, that rules!
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Post by: wetwillie on December 16, 2020, 08:58:33 PM
A month ago I bought a 2000 Toyota Tundra double cab.  While looking for a truck I became obsessed with the size of the 1st gen Tundras.  They're not super huge truck nuts trucks so they will fit in the garage but they still have a V8 and a 6.5 ft bed.  They're the perfect size of truck in between mid size and full size.  By the way, it only had 61K miles on it.  Wow! :horrorsurprise:  Bought it from an 85 year old gentlemen who bought it new when he was 65 and had barely driven it the last 10 years.  I want to drive it to like 250K hopefully.

Also we traded in our Toyota Sienna for a Buick Enclave. 

So now you're up to date on _33 and family's car dealings.

That’s insane, you may die before that truck does
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Post by: sys on December 16, 2020, 09:24:21 PM
thinking of getting her the new 2022 MDX.

i recommend looking at the genesis suvs if you're considering a lexus.  imo better looking and supposed to be very nice leathery feeling and quietness.  and better value.
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Post by: mocat on December 16, 2020, 09:38:30 PM
A month ago I bought a 2000 Toyota Tundra double cab.  While looking for a truck I became obsessed with the size of the 1st gen Tundras.  They're not super huge truck nuts trucks so they will fit in the garage but they still have a V8 and a 6.5 ft bed.  They're the perfect size of truck in between mid size and full size.  By the way, it only had 61K miles on it.  Wow! :horrorsurprise:  Bought it from an 85 year old gentlemen who bought it new when he was 65 and had barely driven it the last 10 years.  I want to drive it to like 250K hopefully.

Also we traded in our Toyota Sienna for a Buick Enclave. 

So now you're up to date on _33 and family's car dealings.

This is awesome
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Post by: steve dave on December 16, 2020, 09:59:49 PM
thinking of getting her the new 2022 MDX.

i recommend looking at the genesis suvs if you're considering a lexus.  imo better looking and supposed to be very nice leathery feeling and quietness.  and better value.
MDX is a Kroger brand Lexus (Acura)


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Post by: IPA4Me on December 16, 2020, 10:12:57 PM
What used truck should we get for the hobby horse farm?

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Post by: bucket on December 16, 2020, 10:23:29 PM
What used truck should we get for the hobby horse farm?

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Find an old flatbed!
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Post by: sys on December 16, 2020, 10:28:28 PM
MDX is a Kroger brand Lexus (Acura)

oh.  then maybe look at a lexus.
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Post by: 8manpick on December 17, 2020, 06:54:04 AM
The hybrid Wranglers that are coming next year are pretty hot Ps of A
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Post by: steve dave on December 17, 2020, 07:24:45 AM
MDX is a Kroger brand Lexus (Acura)

oh.  then maybe look at a lexus.

all of their stuff is end of life cycle. if they'd refresh their SUV lineup at some point I would.
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Post by: Kat Kid on December 17, 2020, 08:22:43 AM
I am looking at I getting a 2022 Honda Civic for commuting.  We will only use the van for road trip type stuff and hybrids are still too expensive to make it worth the while.  I probably won't actually buy this and will continue to drive my 2007 Honda Accord, but I think this is the next move unless I can hold out long enough for the EV space to drive down prices a bit more with GM ramping up their lineup.
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Post by: michigancat on December 17, 2020, 08:42:26 AM
I am looking at I getting a 2022 Honda Civic for commuting.  We will only use the van for road trip type stuff and hybrids are still too expensive to make it worth the while.  I probably won't actually buy this and will continue to drive my 2007 Honda Accord, but I think this is the next move unless I can hold out long enough for the EV space to drive down prices a bit more with GM ramping up their lineup.
Used electrics (esp. Leafs) are really good deals out here but not sure if there's much available in MHK
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 09:02:52 AM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
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Post by: Kat Kid on December 17, 2020, 09:03:31 AM
I would need to read a bit more about battery lifetime on early EVs, but I would be pretty skeptical.
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Post by: ChiComCat on December 17, 2020, 09:12:17 AM
I believe they've started to have longer warranties on the battery systems as well that may cover you
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 17, 2020, 10:24:20 AM
I would need to read a bit more about battery lifetime on early EVs, but I would be pretty skeptical.
I drove a hybrid 30K miles a year between Louisville and Cleveland. 2012ish Toyota Prius C. Great commuter car IMO. Perfect grocery getter too. Hell, I put 20 bags of mulch in it once. Squatted the rear a bit though. :)
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Post by: michigancat on December 17, 2020, 10:28:10 AM
I would need to read a bit more about battery lifetime on early EVs, but I would be pretty skeptical.

I'd be curious what info you'd find. IIRC it's dependent on the manufacture/model. I thought early teslas batteries were holding up relatively well.

https://electrek.co/2020/06/12/tesla-data-battery-degradation-limited-mileage-packs-equal/

Yeah, early Leafs aren't great but I think 2013 on is pretty good. Leafs have been on the roads for ten years and I think there have been like 4 or 5 battery updates.
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Post by: Fedor on December 17, 2020, 10:48:14 AM
I thought we were all getting Ford Bronco's...
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on December 17, 2020, 11:12:46 AM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
i thought my email said feb
as a day 1 reservation person i still expect to have mine in 3Q, thinking 2 door sasquatch badlands oxford white lux package but i seem to change my mind every day
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 12:22:56 PM
Feb is probably right for you since you reserved yours way before me.

I'll happy if I get mine before 2021 is over but if I don't, that's fine too.  I see that Bronco Sport is already out an on the streets. I have no interest in one of those.

Cactus Grey Outer Banks 4 door

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Post by: ben ji on December 17, 2020, 12:26:57 PM
What used truck should we get for the hobby horse farm?

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Definitely buy something completely over sized on the off chance you need to tow an entire trailer full of Clydesdale's across the country.
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 12:42:22 PM
Feb is probably right for you since you reserved yours way before me.

I'll happy if I get mine before 2021 is over but if I don't, that's fine too.  I see that Bronco Sport is already out an on the streets. I have no interest in one of those.

Cactus Grey Outer Banks 4 door

Correction, we're going with Area 51 color.
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Post by: michigancat on December 17, 2020, 12:43:00 PM
What used truck should we get for the hobby horse farm?

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Definitely buy something completely over sized on the off chance you need to tow an entire trailer full of Clydesdale's across the country.

suzuki sidekick
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 12:44:34 PM
What used truck should we get for the hobby horse farm?

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Definitely buy something completely over sized on the off chance you need to tow an entire trailer full of Clydesdale's across the country.

I could see IPA rolling up in a F-450.
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 17, 2020, 01:05:54 PM
Flat bed F450 with a Sidekick for mudding. :)

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Post by: bucket on December 17, 2020, 01:14:33 PM
Flat bed F450 with a Sidekick for mudding. :)

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Make sure it has one of these toolboxes by the cab.
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 17, 2020, 01:17:58 PM
Flat bed F450 with a Sidekick for mudding. :)

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Make sure it has one of these toolboxes by the cab.
Oh nice.

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Post by: pissclams on December 17, 2020, 02:27:41 PM
Feb is probably right for you since you reserved yours way before me.

I'll happy if I get mine before 2021 is over but if I don't, that's fine too.  I see that Bronco Sport is already out an on the streets. I have no interest in one of those.

Cactus Grey Outer Banks 4 door

Correction, we're going with Area 51 color.

i don't like the colored wheel things on the outer banks.  are you getting the sasquatch ?
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Post by: DaBigTrain on December 17, 2020, 02:34:39 PM
I thought we were all getting Ford Bronco's...

That's just the hobby car not the daily driver
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 02:38:19 PM
Feb is probably right for you since you reserved yours way before me.

I'll happy if I get mine before 2021 is over but if I don't, that's fine too.  I see that Bronco Sport is already out an on the streets. I have no interest in one of those.

Cactus Grey Outer Banks 4 door

Correction, we're going with Area 51 color.

i don't like the colored wheel things on the outer banks.  are you getting the sasquatch ?

Definitely going with the Sasquatch wheel package.
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Post by: pissclams on December 17, 2020, 03:15:16 PM
so that means you don't have to deal with the body colored fenders
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 03:31:11 PM
Correct.

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Post by: mocat on December 17, 2020, 04:38:30 PM
Holy hot
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Post by: mocat on December 17, 2020, 04:38:53 PM
What size tire does that come w
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Post by: wetwillie on December 17, 2020, 07:02:18 PM
What size tire does that come w

XXX
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 17, 2020, 07:15:28 PM
What size tire does that come w
LT315/70R17


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Post by: mocat on December 17, 2020, 08:24:42 PM
What size tire does that come w
LT315/70R17


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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on December 17, 2020, 08:30:48 PM
Some of you dorks aren’t driving long enough for your crap to explode, before getting a new one.
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Post by: pissclams on December 17, 2020, 09:11:14 PM
this is where i’m at
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Post by: pissclams on December 17, 2020, 09:11:42 PM
those are factory 35’s


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Post by: CHONGS on December 18, 2020, 02:28:20 PM
The factory 42s are better.
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Post by: CHONGS on December 18, 2020, 02:31:45 PM
I wanted to test a bluetooth keyboard I found, so I typed the above.  I obviously have no idea what I  am talkign about.  Hmmm the android keyboard still shows up that's weird.  Oh I see I figured out how to turn it off.
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 18, 2020, 03:18:30 PM
OJ ruined the white Bronco for me.
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Post by: wetwillie on December 18, 2020, 03:39:46 PM
I can’t tell if you all are serious or not but I hope you are
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 20, 2020, 11:34:55 AM
I can’t tell if you all are serious or not but I hope you are
I do not joke about Broncos.

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Post by: Trim on December 20, 2020, 12:27:56 PM
Are they selling along with these things the racks or hoists or whatever you're going to need to have in your garage to hold the roofs and doors?
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Post by: Skipper44 on December 20, 2020, 12:40:49 PM
Are they selling along with these things the racks or hoists or whatever you're going to need to have in your garage to hold the roofs and doors?
i have seen jeep owners do it with $50 worth of ratcheting tie downs from Lowes for the roof
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 20, 2020, 01:01:47 PM
Are they selling along with these things the racks or hoists or whatever you're going to need to have in your garage to hold the roofs and doors?
They are selling a case to put the doors and roof in that fits behind the back seat.


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Post by: Trim on December 20, 2020, 01:16:34 PM
Are they selling along with these things the racks or hoists or whatever you're going to need to have in your garage to hold the roofs and doors?
They are selling a case to put the doors and roof in that fits behind the back seat.


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I need to see this.
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 20, 2020, 01:38:10 PM
Not a case, but a bag I guess.

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Post by: Trim on December 20, 2020, 01:53:30 PM
Oh yeah, I have that for the front panels of my jeep roof, but I only use that if I’m already out and want to take those off, or if I’m going out and know it might rain before I can get back.

I don’t get why one would care about lugging around the front panels if the other panels are left home. :dunno:

Especially if you’ll be getting the bronco when the weather’s nice, you’d want to have an immediate plan for being able to easily store the entire roof and doors at home so you can do the fun stuff right away.

I’ve got a rack that pretty space-efficiently holds whatever roof I’m not using and doors, windows, etc. I haven’t used it much though since my suburban friend kicked it out of his garage.
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Post by: chum1 on January 01, 2021, 04:20:26 PM
Lucid Air? What the eff is this crap?
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Post by: 8manpick on February 13, 2021, 09:42:38 AM
Thinking about getting a car. Wrangler maybe, IDK? It’s snowed like 2 feet here in the last two weeks and not melted so snow ability is necessary. Probably only drive a couple times a week, and not that many miles. Grocery store, golf course, gym basically. Wife has an SUV, we’ve had one car between us for 6 years, but I’d like to get a second.
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Post by: michigancat on February 13, 2021, 10:12:54 AM
Every car has snow ability if you live in Chicago and have the right tires IMO. (Based on my time in west michigan owning two front wheel drive sedans)
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Post by: 8manpick on February 13, 2021, 10:45:40 AM
Every car has snow ability if you live in Chicago and have the right tires IMO. (Based on my time in west michigan owning two front wheel drive sedans)
Could be true. My experience is mostly seeing people constantly getting stuck in their street parking spots after the plows come through and pushing a foot and a half of snow against their left tires.
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Post by: 8manpick on February 13, 2021, 10:45:54 AM
They probably have bad tires though
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Post by: DaBigTrain on February 13, 2021, 10:48:34 AM
I bought 4 new tires for my car over the summer and it was like $1300 :curse:
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Post by: michigancat on February 13, 2021, 10:54:09 AM
They probably have bad tires though
Or they need to invest in a shovel
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Post by: steve dave on February 13, 2021, 11:14:14 AM
I think I'm going to get one of those new 3 row grand cherokees this spring. unless they look stupid in person.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 13, 2021, 11:16:10 AM
Thinking about getting a car. Wrangler maybe, IDK? It’s snowed like 2 feet here in the last two weeks and not melted so snow ability is necessary. Probably only drive a couple times a week, and not that many miles. Grocery store, golf course, gym basically. Wife has an SUV, we’ve had one car between us for 6 years, but I’d like to get a second.
Bronco Bronco Bronco!
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Post by: Trim on February 13, 2021, 11:24:58 AM
Uber, but for having someone else pick you up in their road condition-adequate car and take you where you have to go.
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Post by: mocat on February 13, 2021, 01:04:10 PM
A Jeep is perfect for someone who only drives a couple times per week imo
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Post by: 8manpick on February 13, 2021, 01:07:00 PM
A Jeep is perfect for someone who only drives a couple times per week imo
That’s what I was thinking! If I drove 20 miles to work everyday I probably wouldn’t consider it
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Post by: mocat on February 13, 2021, 01:08:16 PM
If you can wait for a Bronco tho :love:
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Post by: ben ji on February 13, 2021, 02:09:15 PM
Thinking about getting a car. Wrangler maybe, IDK? It’s snowed like 2 feet here in the last two weeks and not melted so snow ability is necessary. Probably only drive a couple times a week, and not that many miles. Grocery store, golf course, gym basically. Wife has an SUV, we’ve had one car between us for 6 years, but I’d like to get a second.

I got a rav4 a couple of years ago and love it.

- Not super expensive
- its a toyota so it's reliable as F
- AWD so no issue in snow/dirt roads
- Perfect size between a car and not a giant SUV or Truck
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Post by: pissclams on February 13, 2021, 08:27:49 PM
snowmobile
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 13, 2021, 08:40:24 PM
Speaking of Broncos. I go in next weekend to convert my reservation to an order.


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Post by: Institutional Control on February 21, 2021, 02:55:18 PM
The dealership gave us a Bronco cup for placing our order.

The sales guys said there were 190k reservations.

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Post by: pissclams on February 21, 2021, 03:33:09 PM
granger called me a few weeks ago to convert, I told him i’d get back to him
we have until march to get the order into ford
white two door sasquatch high package, mic top, 2.7 10 speed auto
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Post by: puniraptor on February 21, 2021, 10:45:37 PM
i would bet my 2 robinhood ford shares that bronco is the best selling car over the next 5 years
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Post by: Jobu on February 22, 2021, 09:25:19 AM
My first car was a 1980 Pontiac Bonneville.  Loved that car.  Bench seat in the front and back.  Huge freakin boat.

I got it up to about 150,000 miles.  When I got rid of it, I was putting in 1 quart of oil per gas fillup.  Gas cap was behind the back license plate.

Great car.
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Post by: Kat Kid on February 22, 2021, 09:39:14 AM
i would bet my 2 robinhood ford shares that bronco is the best selling car over the next 5 years

I will take that bet.
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Post by: steve dave on February 22, 2021, 09:44:41 AM
My first car was a 1980 Pontiac Bonneville.  Loved that car.  Bench seat in the front and back.  Huge freakin boat.

I got it up to about 150,000 miles.  When I got rid of it, I was putting in 1 quart of oil per gas fillup.  Gas cap was behind the back license plate.

Great car.
Best friend in HS had a ‘79 and it was a monster. It sounded like a jet engine when you started it (no key required).


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Post by: GregKSU1027 on February 22, 2021, 10:15:19 AM
i would bet my 2 robinhood ford shares that bronco is the best selling car over the next 5 years

I will take that bet.
Lmao i would also take this bet, Bronco couldn’t outsell Jeep back in the hey day of 4x4’s what makes you think they can do it now?


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Post by: pissclams on February 22, 2021, 10:36:53 AM
because it's a better version of jeep in almost every way?

but bronco will not outsell the f150
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on February 22, 2021, 10:49:11 AM
They sell build about 200k Jeep Wranglers a year.  The Bronco has 190k currently reserved and nobody has actually seen one in person yet. 
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Post by: Dr Rick Daris on February 22, 2021, 11:54:36 AM
Thinking about getting a car. Wrangler maybe, IDK? It’s snowed like 2 feet here in the last two weeks and not melted so snow ability is necessary. Probably only drive a couple times a week, and not that many miles. Grocery store, golf course, gym basically. Wife has an SUV, we’ve had one car between us for 6 years, but I’d like to get a second.

I got a rav4 a couple of years ago and love it.

- Not super expensive
- its a toyota so it's reliable as F
- AWD so no issue in snow/dirt roads
- Perfect size between a car and not a giant SUV or Truck

i believe all this to be true but at the same time could never purchase or own or even just drive a rav4 because of the name. rav4? uh not thanks kimmie nicole.
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Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:56:09 AM
Thinking about getting a car. Wrangler maybe, IDK? It’s snowed like 2 feet here in the last two weeks and not melted so snow ability is necessary. Probably only drive a couple times a week, and not that many miles. Grocery store, golf course, gym basically. Wife has an SUV, we’ve had one car between us for 6 years, but I’d like to get a second.

I got a rav4 a couple of years ago and love it.

- Not super expensive
- its a toyota so it's reliable as F
- AWD so no issue in snow/dirt roads
- Perfect size between a car and not a giant SUV or Truck

i believe all this to be true but at the same time could never purchase or own or even just drive a rav4 because of the name. rav4? uh not thanks kimmie nicole.

The newer Rav4's look kinda tough :dunno:
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Post by: Dr Rick Daris on February 22, 2021, 11:57:41 AM
then they should change the name to pretty much anything but rav4
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:58:42 AM
Or, get two smart cars and go around parking them in one parking stall.  really just out there sticking it to the man.
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Post by: Pete on February 22, 2021, 11:59:27 AM
wrong thread, smart car talk in the other thread.  my bad.
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Post by: mocat on February 22, 2021, 05:21:52 PM
can't believe the dude in the FJ survived this.

https://www.reddit.com/r/FJCruiser/comments/li8z4j/rip_fj_and_several_people_in_fort_worth_tx/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/FJCruiser/comments/li8z4j/rip_fj_and_several_people_in_fort_worth_tx/)

he is a paramedic and Toyota is buying him a new vehicle

https://www.reddit.com/r/FJCruiser/comments/li8iii/brothers_i_was_in_the_silver_fj_on_i35_yesterday/ (https://www.reddit.com/r/FJCruiser/comments/li8iii/brothers_i_was_in_the_silver_fj_on_i35_yesterday/)

(https://i.imgur.com/Yd6Swau.jpg)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on February 22, 2021, 08:48:38 PM
They sell build about 200k Jeep Wranglers a year.  The Bronco has 190k currently reserved and nobody has actually seen one in person yet.
actually saw a Blue 4 door Bronco crossing Rabbit Ears Pass on the way to Steamboat yesterday - it looked smaller than a 4 door Wrangler
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on February 22, 2021, 09:07:02 PM
They sell build about 200k Jeep Wranglers a year.  The Bronco has 190k currently reserved and nobody has actually seen one in person yet.
actually saw a Blue 4 door Bronco crossing Rabbit Ears Pass on the way to Steamboat yesterday - it looked smaller than a 4 door Wrangler
Bronco Sport.  The full size Broncos won’t be seen anywhere until next month.


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Post by: pissclams on February 22, 2021, 10:07:23 PM
i’m going to guess he saw a sport too but there are plenty of preproduction broncos out and about
https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/forums/photos-videos-build-journals.39/
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Post by: WildcatNkilt on February 23, 2021, 01:46:59 PM
I think I'm going to get one of those new 3 row grand cherokees this spring. unless they look stupid in person.

I'm not a Jeep brand guy but when I saw the Grand Cherokee L I was pretty impressed.  It's the size I'm going after.  Seems to have luxury features and a pretty decent towing package. 

Looks pretty hot.

(https://cdn.motor1.com/images/mgl/LZNyl/s3/2021-jeep-grand-cherokee-l-exterior.jpg)

(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/KHgssk02k0s/maxresdefault.jpg)

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Post by: mocat on February 23, 2021, 04:13:21 PM
that looks like an XC90
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Post by: pissclams on February 23, 2021, 07:18:57 PM
the new etron gt is amazing looking, hmm
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Post by: steve dave on February 24, 2021, 07:53:02 AM
that looks like an XC90
I like those a lot and drove one. My feeling after doing so was that I liked it a lot for me not having any kids. Felt like that interior would be completely trashed by muddy baseball shoes and wet swimsuits and stuff. Same with the Q7. I assume this Jeep will be more fit for that stuff. mrs. dave's comment was something like "it seems too nice for what our kids are going to do to it".


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Post by: steve dave on February 24, 2021, 08:00:00 AM
data point: the wood floors and walls in my 5 year old house.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 24, 2021, 08:54:23 AM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on February 24, 2021, 12:56:22 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 24, 2021, 01:38:25 PM
@Tobias, didn't we figure out an infamous gE'r is a used Lexus dealer?
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 24, 2021, 01:41:53 PM
Maybe some gE discount oppy's
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 24, 2021, 03:18:22 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?
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Post by: Jobu on February 24, 2021, 03:21:13 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

It's prolly a Camry that they slapped Lexus emblems on, and rolled back the odometer.  Haha
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Post by: pissclams on February 24, 2021, 03:23:32 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

i mean.  it's a lexus es 350. what are the chances that the previous owner isn't a 90 year old grandma, is less than zero possible in this case?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on February 24, 2021, 05:09:04 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

i mean.  it's a lexus es 350. what are the chances that the previous owner isn't a 90 year old grandma, is less than zero possible in this case?

The es 350 is pretty common family car in Joco.  My guess is that the LS would be a more likely old lady car....husband dies and she just keeps driving it to church/temple, etc.
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Post by: mocat on February 24, 2021, 05:15:36 PM
p amaze to have the family car accumulate exactly 2000 miles per year for 13 straight years
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Post by: Pete on February 24, 2021, 05:18:00 PM
In the late 80's my dad bought a 1964 Chevy Belair from an old lady in Lyndon KS, which had 50,000 miles on it and we thought was pretty amazing at the time.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 25, 2021, 01:52:45 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

i mean.  it's a lexus es 350. what are the chances that the previous owner isn't a 90 year old grandma, is less than zero possible in this case?

The es 350 is pretty common family car in Joco.  My guess is that the LS would be a more likely old lady car....husband dies and she just keeps driving it to church/temple, etc.

CarFax indicates family inheritance and quick trade.

Except for a scratch on the back bumper (appt next week) and some road rash on the wheels (deciding between local refurb or just ordering refurb'd wheels) car is in perfect condition.











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Post by: michigancat on February 25, 2021, 01:57:31 PM
I like how jobu has been able to open our third eye to see that lexus shares platforms with toyota

whodathunkit?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on February 26, 2021, 11:15:29 AM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

i mean.  it's a lexus es 350. what are the chances that the previous owner isn't a 90 year old grandma, is less than zero possible in this case?

The es 350 is pretty common family car in Joco.  My guess is that the LS would be a more likely old lady car....husband dies and she just keeps driving it to church/temple, etc.

CarFax indicates family inheritance and quick trade.

Except for a scratch on the back bumper (appt next week) and some road rash on the wheels (deciding between local refurb or just ordering refurb'd wheels) car is in perfect condition.

Very jealous.  I would buy that car.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 26, 2021, 05:32:16 PM
The SteveDave's of the world should be looking at slightly used luxury vehicles.

I just picked up a 2007 Lexus ES 350 for $8,500 cash.  It had 26K miles on it.

Damn, jealous.  Those older Lexus will run forever too.
Am also jealous. Pretty amazing to find a 13yo car with only 26K miles. Little old lady who kept it in her garage all the time?

i mean.  it's a lexus es 350. what are the chances that the previous owner isn't a 90 year old grandma, is less than zero possible in this case?

The es 350 is pretty common family car in Joco.  My guess is that the LS would be a more likely old lady car....husband dies and she just keeps driving it to church/temple, etc.

CarFax indicates family inheritance and quick trade.

Except for a scratch on the back bumper (appt next week) and some road rash on the wheels (deciding between local refurb or just ordering refurb'd wheels) car is in perfect condition.

Very jealous.  I would buy that car.

Great place to shop for Toyota/Lexus models (and many others) before Toyota quality went to crap.   Florida.   :lol:

Speaking of crap.  Bought a 2009 Camry for my daughter, low mileage when she got her DL.   Just happened to be the series where Toyota eff'd up on the  piston ring oil drains.   75K miles, burning a quart of oil or more every 1,500 miles.   Daughter, just 'too busy' to take car in to set up for Toyota's bullshit 'oil test' which could have at least yielded a rebuilt engine.    If you're buying a car for a kid, beware of the 2008/2009 toyota Camry's. 

As an aside.  Neighbor works for MB corporate, gets a new MB SUV every 2 or 3 months.  They build them right down the road in Tuscaloosa, MB SUV's all over the damn place around here.  Those and Honda Pilots, they build those down the road from BHAM towards ATL.   


Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on February 26, 2021, 05:41:06 PM
Bro in law bought a new GLS. It’s fancy AF but I bashed my head on the liftgate because it’s absurdly low and I now hate its guts.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 27, 2021, 07:21:33 AM
Neighbor just got a new GLS to drive.   Haven’t noticed any head bashing.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on February 28, 2021, 08:25:35 AM
Drove GLS for PGA a few years ago. Wasn't worth  the $$$. Felt like I was driving another domestic suv.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on February 28, 2021, 09:07:42 AM
I would never spend $100k for an suv. 

this guy, on the other hand, wow
https://www.audiusa.com/us/web/en/models/e-tron-gt/e-tron-gt-family.html
want
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: chum1 on February 28, 2021, 09:46:46 AM
https://www.audiusa.com/us/web/en/models/e-tron-gt/e-tron-gt-family.html

Sounds like a jet.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sys on March 01, 2021, 08:27:32 PM
rav4 hybrid
venza
cr-v hybrid
crosstrek hybrid

in order from most efficient to least.  from like 42 mpg to 35ish, iirc.  all in the around 8" of ground clearance region.


or if you go in another direction, you can get something like a kia niro which is more efficient (50ish) but only has like 6.5" of clearance.

i gave up and bought a niro.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on March 01, 2021, 08:49:44 PM
I think I am 2 years away from a new car.  I have never bought a new car before and I think I might pull the trigger, especially if Biden does something to make the the EV tax credit fully refundable or something.  I would have to really get aggro with my withholding to show a big enough tax liability to get the tax credit as is.

I am pretty sure I am getting at least a hybrid, probably an EV as we have a Pacifica for long hauls/kid shuttling.  This will just be my car for a commute and an occasional trip where we take two cars to family in St. Louis area or I go to KC or something.  So 250 mile range would be fine for most stuff, in extreme cold they said it can actually be as bad as about half that but I doubt I would want to drive very far with it in extreme cold and most situations where I would need to drive any distance in that weather would be the holidays and so I would have time to stop and re-charge.

Most likely:
Hyundai Kona EV
'22 Chevy Bolt EUV

Possible:--would depend on price and tax incentives
Tesla 3
VW id4

Unlikely:
Tesla cybertruck (price and stats are great! but it looks weird as hell)
VW electric van (don't need that much space, next move would be to get the Pacifica hybrid for the wife)

Gas back up New:
'22 Honda Civic with a stick shift (I don't want it to look like a cheap 2 fast 2 furious racer, but a manual would be fun and price is unbeatable)

Gas back up Used:
get a used luxury whip like a BMW or Caddy and mpg/gasoline be damned
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sys on March 01, 2021, 08:57:05 PM
the ioniq 5 would be more interesting to me over the kona.  i assume it'll be a little more expensive, but probably not much?


bunch of new ev models gonna be released in the next 2-3 years too.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on March 01, 2021, 09:08:45 PM
the ioniq 5 would be more interesting to me over the kona.  i assume it'll be a little more expensive, but probably not much?


bunch of new ev models gonna be released in the next 2-3 years too.

I can't find very many details on it, much less info than a lot of other '22 models other than the honda civic which is getting a re-design so details are also pretty speculative.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 07, 2021, 06:14:46 PM
Guys I just rolled over to 90k miles on my car. Is it basically worthless now? Should I drive it straight to the junkyard before it breaks down?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: puniraptor on April 07, 2021, 07:15:18 PM
Guys I just rolled over to 90k miles on my car. Is it basically worthless now? Should I drive it straight to the junkyard before it breaks down?

you should drive it forever now because it is worthless
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: DaBigTrain on April 07, 2021, 07:27:28 PM
Damn, that sucks.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on April 07, 2021, 08:06:46 PM
you are either a 400k miles person or a 50k miles person in my experience (as a new car buyer anyway). the 90k makes no sense imo. I'm not a car guy but I trade mine at about 50k usually because I just get tired of them and there's new stuff that looks hot. but if I didn't at the point that you've weathered the new better stuff part why not go all the way? I say drive it until it leaves you stranded on the side of the road at this point.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: puniraptor on April 07, 2021, 09:00:34 PM
driving a car you dont need to worry about anything happening to is completely freeing and joyful. it just needs to be reliable and DOPE

what is today's equivalent of a 2004 hellantra GT (manual)? thats what im getting when i come back
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: star seed 7 on April 07, 2021, 09:14:12 PM
I don't take very good care of my cars so I like to rotate them back into the world
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sys on April 07, 2021, 09:18:40 PM
used car pricing is like at an all time high.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on April 07, 2021, 09:21:44 PM
driving a car you dont need to worry about anything happening to is completely freeing and joyful. it just needs to be reliable and DOPE

what is today's equivalent of a 2004 hellantra GT (manual)? thats what im getting when i come back
kia forte GT
(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/2020-kia-forte-gt-121-1598631178.jpg?crop=1xw:1xh;center,top&resize=768:*)
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 08, 2021, 08:46:24 AM
used car pricing is like at an all time high.
sys I thought of a vehicle for you but it's too late. the audi q7 tdi.
also yes.. I'm hoping this used car bubble bursts soon its ridic
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: sys on April 08, 2021, 06:58:07 PM
too rich for my blood, i'm trying to retire over here.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 8manpick on April 08, 2021, 09:11:01 PM
used car pricing is like at an all time high.
Sounds like car resale value on the SD plan is at an all time high too
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Post by: steve dave on April 09, 2021, 09:05:23 PM
this photo teleported my brain Junior High/HS

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/1995-baja-bad-boys-105-1617726801.jpg?crop=0.968xw:0.891xh;0.0187xw,0.109xh&resize=980:*)
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Post by: BW on April 09, 2021, 10:33:32 PM
this photo teleported my brain Junior High/HS

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/1995-baja-bad-boys-105-1617726801.jpg?crop=0.968xw:0.891xh;0.0187xw,0.109xh&resize=980:*)
Dakota 8th-11th grade S10 from then til 25.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: nicname on April 10, 2021, 03:06:27 AM
Wouldn't mind getting my hands on a well-maintained old Ranger. One of my favorite vehicles ever.

Or some of that sweet z71 stepside action

(https://i.pinimg.com/originals/13/fe/2a/13fe2ad645cee99722b9276cab9116bf.jpg)
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Post by: nicname on April 10, 2021, 03:09:27 AM
Look at this hpoa

(https://ls1tech.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/1990-Chevrolet-454-SS-exterior-side.jpg)
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Post by: Institutional Control on May 09, 2021, 09:47:25 PM
My neighbor has a full sized Bronco sitting in the drive.  I’m planning to go over and take a closer look this week but it looks pretty sweet.


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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on May 10, 2021, 11:03:52 AM
Look at this hpoa

(https://ls1tech.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/1990-Chevrolet-454-SS-exterior-side.jpg)
lil' SSOC had a model of one of these beauts.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on June 11, 2021, 11:27:55 AM
Ford is making a small truck that is cheap AF https://shop.ford.com/configure/maverick/model/customize/xl
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on June 11, 2021, 11:38:01 AM
Ford is making a small truck that is cheap AF https://shop.ford.com/configure/maverick/model/customize/xl

seems weird to make a pickup that doesn't even offer 4wd
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on June 11, 2021, 11:39:19 AM
Ford is making a small truck that is cheap AF https://shop.ford.com/configure/maverick/model/customize/xl

seems weird to make a pickup that doesn't even offer 4wd
agreed for midwest.. feel like more will follow this trend
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: ben ji on June 11, 2021, 11:55:45 AM
Ford is making a small truck that is cheap AF https://shop.ford.com/configure/maverick/model/customize/xl

seems weird to make a pickup that doesn't even offer 4wd

I would be interested in knowing what % of trucks parked in the suburbs use 4wd throughout the year. Maybe they do when its snowing? I have a couple of friends with big ole trucks who live in the burbs and have probably never even been on a gravel road with their trucks.

I asked one friend why he decided to get a big ole truck (he used to drive a nissan altima) and he said "I just like being up higher than everyone else when I'm driving".
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on June 11, 2021, 12:14:35 PM
Ford is making a small truck that is cheap AF https://shop.ford.com/configure/maverick/model/customize/xl

seems weird to make a pickup that doesn't even offer 4wd

I would be interested in knowing what % of trucks parked in the suburbs use 4wd throughout the year. Maybe they do when its snowing? I have a couple of friends with big ole trucks who live in the burbs and have probably never even been on a gravel road with their trucks.

I asked one friend why he decided to get a big ole truck (he used to drive a nissan altima) and he said "I just like being up higher than everyone else when I'm driving".

Yeah, very few people I know here that drive trucks have any need for a truck and would be clearly better served with an SUV (cost aside, a sierra denali does cost about $20k less than a yukon denali). opposite of when I lived in KS and there were people using vans and big cars with trunks full of crap to do farming.
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Post by: IPA4Me on June 11, 2021, 12:24:00 PM
There's an AWD option. Neat little truck. Might get one in a few years when the Escape dies.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on June 11, 2021, 12:26:23 PM
Trucks are massive now too.. I like to call them pavement princesses. 90% of the people that have full sized pickups do not use them as a truck
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on June 11, 2021, 12:30:45 PM
Trucks are massive now too.. I like to call them pavement princesses. 90% of the people that have full sized pickups do not use them as a truck
It's true. My ego wants a full-size truck or suv but I really have no need for one. Escape does everything I need. Fiance wants me to get a 4WD. I can't remember the last time my FWD traction control engaged.
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Post by: ben ji on June 11, 2021, 01:07:34 PM
Trucks are massive now too.. I like to call them pavement princesses. 90% of the people that have full sized pickups do not use them as a truck

Another pet peeve, they all have bed covers on their truck and never actually use the bed. Like one will pick me up to go golf and I try and put my clubs in the bed but he's like nah, just throw them in the back seat.  :shakesfist: :shakesfist: :shakesfist:

But hey man, you totes look cool up there riding high in your pavement princess truck.

Rant over
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Post by: mocat on June 11, 2021, 01:37:44 PM
why are trucks so big now?

i want the crap out of one of these

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yl1FNX08HFc
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Post by: Kat Kid on June 11, 2021, 02:01:03 PM
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Post by: Kat Kid on June 11, 2021, 02:01:39 PM
My targeted ads are rough ridin' hilarious thanks guys
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Post by: star seed 7 on June 11, 2021, 05:24:39 PM
My dad has a big truck with a bed cover that he drives normally and then a bigger truck to do farm and truck crap with
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Post by: sys on June 11, 2021, 07:43:23 PM
if i was younger me with current me's money, i could see buying a tricked out 4wd van.
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Post by: sys on June 11, 2021, 07:44:03 PM
actually, that might be something i could see me doing after i retire too.
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Post by: steve dave on June 11, 2021, 08:11:25 PM
basically anytime other than this exact moment and you can bet your ass sys is cruising in bigfoot the van
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Post by: wetwillie on June 11, 2021, 08:27:50 PM
The question is windows on the sides or no?
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Post by: ben ji on June 11, 2021, 08:49:47 PM
The question is windows on the sides or no?
Moonroof
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Post by: sys on June 11, 2021, 09:04:45 PM
The question is windows on the sides or no?

no.  this is a van for living in.
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Post by: wetwillie on June 11, 2021, 09:36:48 PM
The question is windows on the sides or no?

no.  this is a van for living in.

Man I’ve seen some cool crap people have done to vans to make them very liveable.  You can park them damn near anywhere overnight too. 
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Post by: michigancat on June 11, 2021, 09:46:43 PM
A friend bought a brand new sprinter van and is converting it to a camper and have a long ass road trip planned this summer. I think it would suck but I get the appeal. Also they have windows
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Post by: _33 on June 11, 2021, 10:11:15 PM
Remember, the perfect sized truck is the 1st Gen Tundra (2000-2006). Get the 4.7L V8 and enjoy plenty of power, towing capacity and payload in the body of a mid size.
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Post by: tdaver on June 11, 2021, 10:32:19 PM
if i was younger me with current me's money, i could see buying a tricked out 4wd van.

I saw an old Delica the other day with a lift, roof basket, and awning  :love:
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on June 12, 2021, 09:22:40 AM
When I was growing up my mom had one of those large vans with the blinds and curtains and like airplane tube lighting at the top of the headliner. That was living
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Post by: IPA4Me on June 12, 2021, 11:35:07 AM
When I was growing up my mom had one of those large vans with the blinds and curtains and like airplane tube lighting at the top of the headliner. That was living
Dad had a custom conversion. Fantastic travel van. We made many trips from Wellington to Colorado.

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Post by: IPA4Me on June 12, 2021, 11:36:51 AM
IPA Fiance bought a Ford Escape with 19K on it last August. Transmission just took a dump at 40K. She's livid. I have 56K on mine. Hoping for 200K.

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Post by: Brock Landers on June 12, 2021, 12:21:09 PM
My old ass Camry had a bad oil leak and I was a little worried I would have to retire it and buy a new sled.  Turns out it was just a worn out valve cover gasket that my local guy was able to replace for fairly cheap.  Should be good to go for another 256k miles!!
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Post by: cDubya on June 18, 2021, 05:51:11 PM
Had an 03 Forester for the last 5 years or so. 200k+ and then it threw a rod. Now I have a car payment for the first time in my 37 years... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210618/e8d9264751131e7bcef6ef1115912174.jpg)
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Post by: WillieWatanabe on June 18, 2021, 07:52:08 PM
looking good dub
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Post by: Pete on June 18, 2021, 08:53:43 PM
Had an 03 Forester for the last 5 years or so. 200k+ and then it threw a rod. Now I have a car payment for the first time in my 37 years... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210618/e8d9264751131e7bcef6ef1115912174.jpg)

That's hot  :love:
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on June 18, 2021, 09:48:50 PM
Had an 03 Forester for the last 5 years or so. 200k+ and then it threw a rod. Now I have a car payment for the first time in my 37 years... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210618/e8d9264751131e7bcef6ef1115912174.jpg)
I bet being a lesbian is awesome
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Post by: cDubya on June 19, 2021, 11:27:31 PM
Had an 03 Forester for the last 5 years or so. 200k+ and then it threw a rod. Now I have a car payment for the first time in my 37 years... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210618/e8d9264751131e7bcef6ef1115912174.jpg)
I bet being a lesbian is awesome
The buzzcut gives me an extra 7hp.
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Post by: Pete on June 20, 2021, 10:37:27 AM
Had an 03 Forester for the last 5 years or so. 200k+ and then it threw a rod. Now I have a car payment for the first time in my 37 years... (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210618/e8d9264751131e7bcef6ef1115912174.jpg)
I bet being a lesbian is awesome

You are thinking of Foresters
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Post by: WildcatNkilt on August 12, 2021, 10:29:55 AM
I think I'm going to get one of those new 3 row grand cherokees this spring. unless they look stupid in person.

I'm not a Jeep brand guy but when I saw the Grand Cherokee L I was pretty impressed.  It's the size I'm going after.  Seems to have luxury features and a pretty decent towing package. 

Looks pretty hot.



I ordered one of these a few weeks ago.  Went all in on the Summit Reserve with V8.  I'm hoping to have it by end of October. 
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on August 12, 2021, 10:53:49 AM
So mine is on it's last leg. We've all known I bought a lemon for years. 2002 VW. It's only at 130,000 miles, but I've plugged so much $ into this POS. I feel like I just need it to get me through June (wedding), but the risk/reward is a bit terrifying. Like, every time I slow down and come to a stop light, it kicks back hard. When I have ppl in it, they feel like they're about to die, because they're not used to it. I figure I can do one last oil change tomorrow and get some crap tighten and then give it ago. What's the longest you went holding onto a POS?
Wow! My new car is paid off next month with only 75,000 miles on it! TY WFH!
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on August 12, 2021, 10:56:25 AM
Probably won't buy the first year but the Maverick still has me intrigued because of that gas mileage
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Post by: 'taterblast on August 12, 2021, 10:59:25 AM
i did the CarMax experience last month. (shame yourself thread?) never ever thought i'd go that route but it just turned out to be really easy.
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Post by: IPA4Me on August 12, 2021, 11:51:39 AM
CarMax is bitb. Fair pricing. Easy transaction. No shame at all IMO.

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Post by: IPA4Me on August 12, 2021, 11:53:28 AM
So mine is on it's last leg. We've all known I bought a lemon for years. 2002 VW. It's only at 130,000 miles, but I've plugged so much $ into this POS. I feel like I just need it to get me through June (wedding), but the risk/reward is a bit terrifying. Like, every time I slow down and come to a stop light, it kicks back hard. When I have ppl in it, they feel like they're about to die, because they're not used to it. I figure I can do one last oil change tomorrow and get some crap tighten and then give it ago. What's the longest you went holding onto a POS?
Wow! My new car is paid off next month with only 75,000 miles on it! TY WFH!
Nice. Paid mine off last month. 61K miles. Gonna keep pounding that double payment into savings and pay cash for a car in a couple of years.

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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on August 12, 2021, 12:00:47 PM
 :cheers: Smart!
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Post by: pissclams on August 12, 2021, 01:20:35 PM
well ford screwed up the new bronco launch and now, since I ordered a 2 door, I won’t be able to take delivery until 2022.  so anyway, i’m really thinking about an audi q8 instead.

anyone driving one of these hoes?
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Post by: steve dave on August 12, 2021, 01:39:54 PM
well ford screwed up the new bronco launch and now, since I ordered a 2 door, I won’t be able to take delivery until 2022.  so anyway, i’m really thinking about an audi q8 instead.

anyone driving one of these hoes?

they are hot AF. I test drove a Q7 which is like the minivan version of it for family dudes like me and it drove like a car and was nice as crap.
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Post by: Pete on August 12, 2021, 01:50:27 PM
I don't care for their steering wheels.
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Post by: The1BigWillie on August 12, 2021, 01:51:40 PM
Don't buy anything that is 2020 or later for another year or so.  New cars/trucks are all crap.  Covid cars. 

 :flush:
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Post by: Pete on August 12, 2021, 01:51:48 PM
nm, the Q8 doesn't have a bad one.  I don't like most Audi steering wheels with a big round thing in the middle.
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Post by: steve dave on August 12, 2021, 02:33:47 PM
Don't buy anything that is 2020 or later for another year or so.  New cars/trucks are all crap.  Covid cars. 

 :flush:
Is this a real thing? :-(
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Post by: pissclams on August 12, 2021, 02:41:57 PM
I think so, if you smoke crack and pot
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Post by: IPA4Me on August 12, 2021, 03:08:32 PM
Cars that sat in storage without control boards are being shipped as is. Dealers are installing the control board. Consumers will be paying extra labor.

That's about the only issue I see.

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Post by: mocat on August 12, 2021, 03:28:11 PM
i haven't looked at cars in a couple years and i see now that Volvo finally updated the V60. i might try to convince mrs mocat to get one whenever she has went far enough in her current car
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Post by: Institutional Control on August 16, 2021, 01:28:58 PM
My wife bought a Cadillac XT6 this weekend.  It is so nice.

I changed my order for my Bronco to a soft-top and hopefully will speed up delivery by 6-8 months.
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 16, 2021, 05:24:42 PM
Saw a 4door soft top on my drive home today
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Post by: pissclams on August 16, 2021, 06:24:57 PM
Saw a 4door soft top on my drive home today
they look like total crap
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 16, 2021, 06:43:34 PM
It was some gross blue color
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Post by: chum1 on August 16, 2021, 07:00:06 PM
Seeing four door Porsches in my family filled suburb always make me smile. Like, it just screams COMPROMISE to me.

No offense to anyone here with a four door Porsche.

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/2021-porsche-panamera-gts-243-edit-1622681872.jpg?crop=0.614xw:0.460xh;0.351xw,0.487xh&resize=1200:*)
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Post by: michigancat on August 16, 2021, 07:01:34 PM
Seeing four door Porsches in my family filled suburb always make me smile. Like, it just screams COMPROMISE to me.

No offense to anyone here with a four door Porsche.

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/2021-porsche-panamera-gts-243-edit-1622681872.jpg?crop=0.614xw:0.460xh;0.351xw,0.487xh&resize=1200:*)
Funny story I used to strongly feel that they were very ugly and dumb and announced it at lunch at a factory in Asia and the factory owner drove one at the time
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Post by: michigancat on August 16, 2021, 07:04:35 PM
Like I think I mentioned that it looks like zero thought was put into the design, like they just took a regular Porsche and stretched it out and called it a day
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Post by: DaBigTrain on August 16, 2021, 08:21:43 PM
I’ve always kinda liked the Porsche Cayenne which is their 4 door SUV thing. I like my beemer way more, tho.
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 16, 2021, 08:25:14 PM
The 4 door Porsche makes me irl lol every time I see it
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Post by: Institutional Control on September 02, 2021, 09:05:17 AM
My wife bought a Cadillac XT6 this weekend.  It is so nice.

I changed my order for my Bronco to a soft-top and hopefully will speed up delivery by 6-8 months.

From Ford this morning.    :excited: :excited:
Quote
We are excited to let you know your 2021 Bronco™ OUTER BANKS 4 Door has been scheduled for production. Your vehicle is scheduled to be built the week of October 4, 2021.
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Post by: pissclams on September 02, 2021, 09:54:30 AM
congrats, where’s your dealer?
just trying to estimate delivery date
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 02, 2021, 10:34:21 AM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you
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Post by: Pete on September 02, 2021, 10:42:32 AM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
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Post by: Institutional Control on September 02, 2021, 10:52:27 AM
congrats, where’s your dealer?
just trying to estimate delivery date

Bob Tomes Ford in McKinney, TX
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 02, 2021, 10:53:28 AM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus
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Post by: nicname on September 02, 2021, 11:21:40 AM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus

OG Ranger or Nu Ranger?  I didnt like them at first but have started to come around on Nu Ranger. Always loved the OG Rangers. Little tanks just like Darren Sproles. Not very fast tho, unlike Darren Sproles.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 02, 2021, 11:26:17 AM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus

OG Ranger or Nu Ranger?  I didnt like them at first but have started to come around on Nu Ranger. Always loved the OG Rangers. Little tanks just like Darren Sproles. Not very fast tho, unlike Darren Sproles.
OG 02 2.3L.. yeah not much get up and go but you just can't kill it. I also cannot believe sometimes how much weight it can and probably should not handle in the bed
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on September 02, 2021, 02:02:54 PM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus

OG Ranger or Nu Ranger?  I didnt like them at first but have started to come around on Nu Ranger. Always loved the OG Rangers. Little tanks just like Darren Sproles. Not very fast tho, unlike Darren Sproles.
OG 02 2.3L.. yeah not much get up and go but you just can't kill it. I also cannot believe sometimes how much weight it can and probably should not handle in the bed

That's what we used to say about Pete back in college
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Post by: steve dave on September 02, 2021, 03:36:05 PM
lmao
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Post by: Pete on September 02, 2021, 03:53:50 PM
Some truth to that, probably.
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 02, 2021, 03:56:11 PM
Bought my 2018 Escape 2 years ago for $20K with 24K miles one it. Same year and 50K miles listed for same price here.

Thought about giving my kid my Escape and buying something newer. Gonna have to find another plan.

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 02, 2021, 04:00:21 PM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus

OG Ranger or Nu Ranger?  I didnt like them at first but have started to come around on Nu Ranger. Always loved the OG Rangers. Little tanks just like Darren Sproles. Not very fast tho, unlike Darren Sproles.
OG 02 2.3L.. yeah not much get up and go but you just can't kill it. I also cannot believe sometimes how much weight it can and probably should not handle in the bed

That's what we used to say about Pete back in college
:lol:
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Post by: nicname on September 02, 2021, 04:02:10 PM
Thinking about buying another van.. this one for myself. do we need two vans? no. but they are so damn convenient. sometimes you choose the van life sometimes the van life chooses you

If you already have a van, a truck with plenty of seating might be a good option.  We have a Honda van and a Honda truck, and it works out pretty well.
yeah I have a ford fuckin ranger that I wouldn't get rid of.. more so want another munchkin hauler and stowngo seats are also an added bonus

OG Ranger or Nu Ranger?  I didnt like them at first but have started to come around on Nu Ranger. Always loved the OG Rangers. Little tanks just like Darren Sproles. Not very fast tho, unlike Darren Sproles.
OG 02 2.3L.. yeah not much get up and go but you just can't kill it. I also cannot believe sometimes how much weight it can and probably should not handle in the bed

That's what we used to say about Pete back in college
:lol:

Oh man.
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on September 02, 2021, 04:12:09 PM
I kid of course
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Post by: steve dave on September 25, 2021, 03:34:52 PM
I ordered a 2022 Yukon Denali. I figure if I'm going to buy one more all gas vehicle I may as well make it one that gets the minimum MPG possible. 2-6 months to get it so gonna be awhile. Got $32k for my 2017 Armada which currently has 51k miles with the agreement I'm obviously going to put more miles on it in the coming months which seems fine. Having to pay MSRP on a sled feels bad but what can you do right now.
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Post by: Kat Kid on September 25, 2021, 03:52:41 PM
Did you consider Cadillac?  The new Escalade is getting rave reviews.
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Post by: steve dave on September 25, 2021, 03:58:39 PM
Did you consider Cadillac?  The new Escalade is getting rave reviews.

I want it to be fancy without it screaming at people about how fancy it is.
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Post by: Institutional Control on September 25, 2021, 04:21:22 PM
I rented a 21 Tahoe with the premier trim for vacation this year and my wife became convinced we needed a Tahoe or Denali. Talked her into the Cadillac XT6. Has all the bells and whistles but is smaller and gets better mileage.


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Post by: pissclams on September 26, 2021, 11:27:33 AM
I ordered a 2022 Yukon Denali. I figure if I'm going to buy one more all gas vehicle I may as well make it one that gets the minimum MPG possible. 2-6 months to get it so gonna be awhile. Got $32k for my 2017 Armada which currently has 51k miles with the agreement I'm obviously going to put more miles on it in the coming months which seems fine. Having to pay MSRP on a sled feels bad but what can you do right now.
congrats, what color
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Post by: steve dave on September 26, 2021, 11:31:40 AM
satin steel metallic
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/Op6fUIUm5VXWszqr_SoJaOpNo0Z1u5IeOH_RgeF_WtWj5f_u6Vg-Dph8FUEZfqGVgMusIEFueJ3fSilSOsnxsjaSCWDMwz1a5g)
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Post by: Kat Kid on September 26, 2021, 11:34:55 AM
Did you consider Cadillac?  The new Escalade is getting rave reviews.

I want it to be fancy without it screaming at people about how fancy it is.
Yeah that is fair, also looks like the caddies are about $15,000+ more which I was surprised by.
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Post by: pissclams on September 26, 2021, 03:41:00 PM
satin steel metallic
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/Op6fUIUm5VXWszqr_SoJaOpNo0Z1u5IeOH_RgeF_WtWj5f_u6Vg-Dph8FUEZfqGVgMusIEFueJ3fSilSOsnxsjaSCWDMwz1a5g)
that’s a good looking sled and appears to be larger than some european countries
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Post by: star seed 7 on September 26, 2021, 05:45:39 PM
I bet you can haul a few children in that sumbitch
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Post by: steve dave on September 27, 2021, 07:53:39 AM
I bet you can haul a few children in that sumbitch

(https://i.imgflip.com/5oelm5.jpg)
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on September 27, 2021, 12:44:49 PM
Just went past 160K on my current everyday driver. It may get passed on to my high schooler soon.
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Post by: nicname on September 27, 2021, 03:00:14 PM
I bet you can haul a few children in that sumbitch

(https://i.imgflip.com/5oelm5.jpg)

 :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol:
I had a really nice joke about fitting lil sd, his bros, a jugs machine and $3500 worth of bats in there whenever they want to go mash typed out last night, then deleted it.

Btw, getting a tricked out Yukon/Tahoe when all the other suburbian parents are in luxury suvs is the kind of Meade/western KS power move I expect from a true Buffalo.
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Post by: nicname on September 27, 2021, 03:01:48 PM
SD, do you rack up mileage on these new sleds or use something different for you daily driver? How often do you cycle between your new “good car” rides?
Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on September 27, 2021, 03:08:15 PM
SD, do you rack up mileage on these new sleds or use something different for you daily driver? How often do you cycle between your new “good car” rides?

I only have one car and wife has one. she drives a lot of miles to work and back. I don’t drive much these days since I work from home. Mine is sports hauler and road trips though. I get a new one every 5'ish years no matter the mileage.
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Post by: steve dave on September 28, 2021, 06:03:52 AM
Also on that note I have never understood the not putting miles on your new vehicle. My brother in law has a GLS and rents an SUV when they take road trips to like Colorado. You bought that thing to drive. Not to save. It’s not a Mike Trout rookie card.
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Post by: star seed 7 on September 28, 2021, 07:12:14 AM
I have recently fallen totally in love with the Kia telluride. I think that will be what finally tempts me to give up on the Ford family.

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/2022-kia-telluride-103-1623941169.jpg?crop=0.715xw:0.536xh;0.160xw,0.245xh&resize=1200:*)
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Post by: steve dave on September 28, 2021, 07:15:09 AM
I like those a lot. I think Pete was looking at them at one point.
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Post by: steve dave on September 28, 2021, 07:16:33 AM
you know what are annoying? all of those roof racks that every single vehicle has these days. you've never put anything up there in your life Gary and you never will. you're not fooling anyone.
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Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 07:42:10 AM
you know what are annoying? all of those roof racks that every single vehicle has these days. you've never put anything up there in your life Gary and you never will. you're not fooling anyone.
I use mine all the dang time
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Post by: steve dave on September 28, 2021, 07:45:19 AM
Put your crap in the back. You don’t need that much stuff.
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:08:30 AM
I have recently fallen totally in love with the Kia telluride. I think that will be what finally tempts me to give up on the Ford family.

(https://hips.hearstapps.com/hmg-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/images/2022-kia-telluride-103-1623941169.jpg?crop=0.715xw:0.536xh;0.160xw,0.245xh&resize=1200:*)

It’s got that classic blockier look that I love. The Koreans are making pretty slick rides these days between Hyundai and Kia (owned by Hyundai). Both the Telluride and the Hyundai Pallisade are great. Slight nod to the Telluride imo. Only thing it needs is the panoramic moonroof
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Post by: Pete on September 28, 2021, 08:17:41 AM
I like those a lot. I think Pete was looking at them at one point.

Yeah, the Koreans have come a long way. 
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:19:22 AM
I was wrong. New Tellurides have the panoramic moonroof!
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Post by: Pete on September 28, 2021, 08:21:53 AM
I even like their new Subaru Brat thing.
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:22:01 AM
Let’s talk instrument clusters. Anyone else prefer old-school style meters for speed, gas etc.? Not a big fan of giant screens in the dash in the first place. Even worse when the cluster is a giant screen as well.
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 28, 2021, 08:23:55 AM
Let’s talk instrument clusters. Anyone else prefer old-school style meters for speed, gas etc.? Not a big fan of giant screens in the dash in the first place. Even worse when the cluster is a giant screen as well.
I like the cluster on my 2018 Escape. Old school mixed with a digital display in the center.



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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:24:06 AM
I even like their new Subaru Brat thing.

The Santa Cruz! Might as well get a nu Ranger iyam
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:25:20 AM
Let’s talk instrument clusters. Anyone else prefer old-school style meters for speed, gas etc.? Not a big fan of giant screens in the dash in the first place. Even worse when the cluster is a giant screen as well.
I like the cluster on my 2018 Escape. Old school mixed with a digital display in the center.

How big is the center? I don’t need a 19” screen in my goddamn dash.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on September 28, 2021, 08:28:16 AM
Let’s talk instrument clusters. Anyone else prefer old-school style meters for speed, gas etc.? Not a big fan of giant screens in the dash in the first place. Even worse when the cluster is a giant screen as well.
I like the cluster on my 2018 Escape. Old school mixed with a digital display in the center.

How big is the center? I don’t need a 19” screen in my goddamn dash.
It doesn't dominate in my opinion. Can change the display to see fuel economy, tripometer, etc. I keep it on speed.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/5a7862d06255b6c210b2f2c3c9cda2e8.jpg)

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Post by: SkinnyBenny on September 28, 2021, 08:28:46 AM
you know what are annoying? all of those roof racks that every single vehicle has these days. you've never put anything up there in your life Gary and you never will. you're not fooling anyone.


Look at this clown who has clearly never taken his kayak out on the bayou to eat crawfish and listen to Big Sam’s Funky Nation play at Bayou Boogaloo lmao
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on September 28, 2021, 08:30:09 AM
you know what are annoying? all of those roof racks that every single vehicle has these days. you've never put anything up there in your life Gary and you never will. you're not fooling anyone.


Look at this clown who has clearly never taken his kayak out on the bayou to eat crawfish and listen to Big Sam’s Funky Nation play at Bayou Boogaloo lmao
He just drags the kayak out the backdoor to the retention pond.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 08:32:13 AM
i use it for firewood, camp chairs, sup boards, giant 5 gallon water jug thing so you don't have to constantly be finding water, etc.

my dog gets an irl palatial estate inside the vehicle on road trips
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:40:58 AM
Let’s talk instrument clusters. Anyone else prefer old-school style meters for speed, gas etc.? Not a big fan of giant screens in the dash in the first place. Even worse when the cluster is a giant screen as well.
I like the cluster on my 2018 Escape. Old school mixed with a digital display in the center.

How big is the center? I don’t need a 19” screen in my goddamn dash.
It doesn't dominate in my opinion. Can change the display to see fuel economy, tripometer, etc. I keep it on speed.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/5a7862d06255b6c210b2f2c3c9cda2e8.jpg)

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About perfect. Not a fan of colors tho.
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:42:57 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/1044a681faf8d4d77930aed9d60a674b.jpg)

My 2013 VW that I’ll run into the dirt


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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:43:37 AM
(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/fda0b41f849d60ba0665410e5ccacd39.jpg)

Love the subtlety of the colors in the center too


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Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 08:43:47 AM
Spotted this goof ball in Telluride (topical!) this year

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/69788091efd74b1cf82edc3a41bed4e7.jpg)
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:45:32 AM
And the real reason I love this car…

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 28, 2021, 08:46:49 AM
Also on that note I have never understood the not putting miles on your new vehicle. My brother in law has a GLS and rents an SUV when they take road trips to like Colorado. You bought that thing to drive. Not to save. It’s not a Mike Trout rookie card.
Does he lease? That seems insane otherwise
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Post by: tdaver on September 28, 2021, 08:49:41 AM
Hey SD!  Not everyone gets the largest vehicle known to man and has room to shove a kayak, mountain bike, batting cage, and peloton inside while still having room for the entire starting infield.
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Post by: star seed 7 on September 28, 2021, 08:51:05 AM
Spotted this goof ball in Telluride (topical!) this year

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/69788091efd74b1cf82edc3a41bed4e7.jpg)

The yeti sticker on the hood, wtf?

Also what is the mountain equivalent of the salt life dorks?
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 08:56:25 AM
Spotted this goof ball in Telluride (topical!) this year

(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210928/69788091efd74b1cf82edc3a41bed4e7.jpg)

The yeti sticker on the hood, wtf?

Also what is the mountain equivalent of the salt life dorks?

Drive in theater setup
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Post by: steve dave on September 28, 2021, 09:03:43 AM
Also on that note I have never understood the not putting miles on your new vehicle. My brother in law has a GLS and rents an SUV when they take road trips to like Colorado. You bought that thing to drive. Not to save. It’s not a Mike Trout rookie card.
Does he lease? That seems insane otherwise
No. He did this with their old car too. I don’t get it.
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Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 09:23:59 AM
Also what is the mountain equivalent of the salt life dorks?

@asava would be able to answer this
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 28, 2021, 09:49:00 AM
Doofiest looking vehicle without its roof rack.... Nissan Xterra and its not even close
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Stupid Fitz on September 28, 2021, 10:02:45 AM
I ordered a 2022 Yukon Denali. I figure if I'm going to buy one more all gas vehicle I may as well make it one that gets the minimum MPG possible. 2-6 months to get it so gonna be awhile. Got $32k for my 2017 Armada which currently has 51k miles with the agreement I'm obviously going to put more miles on it in the coming months which seems fine. Having to pay MSRP on a sled feels bad but what can you do right now.

Ha just paid MSRP too. Will you take this? No. How about this? No. What about this? No. So, that is the price huh? Yes. Ok, it looks like you are charging a $500 dealer fee. Yes, we have to charge that. Ok, how about we take that off? We can't, as I said, we have to charge that. Ok, but you could reduce the price by $500 and it will be like taking it off, but you can still charge your fee. Yes, we could do that, but we aren't going to, if you don't want the car at this price, someone else will by the end of the day. DEAL!!!!  :shakesfist:
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 10:04:28 AM
Doofiest looking vehicle without its roof rack.... Nissan Xterra and its not even close

 :lol:  … in yellow
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Post by: nicname on September 28, 2021, 10:11:04 AM
https://youtu.be/CpvHx0R2Ytc
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Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 10:26:53 AM
i bought a 3 year old vehicle in 2019 with just under 40k miles. now two years later it's 5 years old and has 70k miles, and i'm fairly certain i could trade it in for more than what i paid
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 28, 2021, 10:46:00 AM
i bought a 3 year old vehicle in 2019 with just under 40k miles. now two years later it's 5 years old and has 70k miles, and i'm fairly certain i could trade it in for more than what i paid
Yep. My Escape would be purchased from me for what I paid on 2019.

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Post by: Trim on September 28, 2021, 10:54:57 AM
I probably should sell my car and replace it with the cheapest of cheap cars that matches how little I drive or just have no car.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on September 28, 2021, 11:04:51 AM
I probably should sell my car and replace it with the cheapest of cheap cars that matches how little I drive or just have no car.

you should sell it and only get around via boat and/or bicycle
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Post by: tdaver on September 28, 2021, 11:05:29 AM
I ordered a 2022 Yukon Denali. I figure if I'm going to buy one more all gas vehicle I may as well make it one that gets the minimum MPG possible. 2-6 months to get it so gonna be awhile. Got $32k for my 2017 Armada which currently has 51k miles with the agreement I'm obviously going to put more miles on it in the coming months which seems fine. Having to pay MSRP on a sled feels bad but what can you do right now.

Ha just paid MSRP too. Will you take this? No. How about this? No. What about this? No. So, that is the price huh? Yes. Ok, it looks like you are charging a $500 dealer fee. Yes, we have to charge that. Ok, how about we take that off? We can't, as I said, we have to charge that. Ok, but you could reduce the price by $500 and it will be like taking it off, but you can still charge your fee. Yes, we could do that, but we aren't going to, if you don't want the car at this price, someone else will by the end of the day. DEAL!!!!  :shakesfist:

But did you threaten to drive to Reno or Omaha for a better deal?
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Post by: Trim on September 28, 2021, 11:16:41 AM
I probably should sell my car and replace it with the cheapest of cheap cars that matches how little I drive or just have no car.

you should sell it and only get around via boat and/or bicycle

I'd still have my legs and feet and shoes. 

I get so many solicitations.  Most recently I got something made to look like a handwritten letter, or maybe it was, from the dealership saying how desperate they are for my car due to "the chip shortage," which is lol in a few ways.
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Post by: Pete on September 28, 2021, 11:25:57 AM
I probably should sell my car and replace it with the cheapest of cheap cars that matches how little I drive or just have no car.

Hmmmmmm, I maybe I should buy your jeep for my kid's next car.  We talking lots of money here or what? 
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on September 28, 2021, 11:30:31 AM
I ordered a 2022 Yukon Denali. I figure if I'm going to buy one more all gas vehicle I may as well make it one that gets the minimum MPG possible. 2-6 months to get it so gonna be awhile. Got $32k for my 2017 Armada which currently has 51k miles with the agreement I'm obviously going to put more miles on it in the coming months which seems fine. Having to pay MSRP on a sled feels bad but what can you do right now.

Ha just paid MSRP too. Will you take this? No. How about this? No. What about this? No. So, that is the price huh? Yes. Ok, it looks like you are charging a $500 dealer fee. Yes, we have to charge that. Ok, how about we take that off? We can't, as I said, we have to charge that. Ok, but you could reduce the price by $500 and it will be like taking it off, but you can still charge your fee. Yes, we could do that, but we aren't going to, if you don't want the car at this price, someone else will by the end of the day. DEAL!!!!  :shakesfist:

But did you threaten to drive to Reno or Omaha for a better deal?

I mean I could have expanded a bit, but this dealership was already 10 hours a way from me.
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Post by: Trim on September 28, 2021, 11:41:25 AM
I probably should sell my car and replace it with the cheapest of cheap cars that matches how little I drive or just have no car.

Hmmmmmm, I maybe I should buy your jeep for my kid's next car.  We talking lots of money here or what? 

The amount I’d need to have work on knowing how much it is and how it and its 2 roofs and all that stuff would get back there from here and if/how I’d replace it is surely prohibitive. The “probably” is that I’m gathering from posts it’d make financial sense but suck doing.
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Post by: WildcatNkilt on September 28, 2021, 11:47:57 AM
Ordered Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve in June.   :impatient:  Hoping it gets here in next couple weeks.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on September 28, 2021, 12:10:33 PM
Current '07 Honda Accord status report:

167,000 miles
runs fine
back passenger side bumper dent
the cloth on the ceiling is starting to come down as the glue gives up

I think it has probably 3-4 more solid years. Assuming ~8-10,000 miles/yr I've been driving it. (it was driven more when it was new)
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Post by: _33 on September 28, 2021, 01:48:28 PM
Almost 1 year since I bought the 2000 Tundra.  It has gone from 61.9K miles to 66.5K miles.  Working from home rules.
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on September 28, 2021, 01:52:41 PM
Current '07 Honda Accord status report:

167,000 miles
runs fine
back passenger side bumper dent
the cloth on the ceiling is starting to come down as the glue gives up

I think it has probably 3-4 more solid years. Assuming ~8-10,000 miles/yr I've been driving it. (it was driven more when it was new)
This is a great way to do it. Very low cost of ownership for a great vehicle. Reminds me of that commercial for engine oil specific to high mileage cars where cash is just blowing out of the A/C vents and into the owner's lap.
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Post by: Brock Landers on September 28, 2021, 01:57:22 PM
Current '07 Honda Accord status report:

167,000 miles
runs fine
back passenger side bumper dent
the cloth on the ceiling is starting to come down as the glue gives up

I think it has probably 3-4 more solid years. Assuming ~8-10,000 miles/yr I've been driving it. (it was driven more when it was new)

My '06 Camry got a nice breather during the work from home era but is back to racking up the miles.  Just passed 260000 miles a couple of weeks ago.  Mine is also doing the cloth falling from ceiling thing which is really trashy looking and might be what prompts me to get a new vehicle.
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Post by: IPA4Me on September 28, 2021, 02:51:12 PM
Just Bedazzle it with some fancy thumbtacks.

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 28, 2021, 03:36:38 PM
Current '07 Honda Accord status report:

167,000 miles
runs fine
back passenger side bumper dent
the cloth on the ceiling is starting to come down as the glue gives up

I think it has probably 3-4 more solid years. Assuming ~8-10,000 miles/yr I've been driving it. (it was driven more when it was new)
Sold an 05 accord about a year ago with similar mileage(didn't use it enough) and had never had to do anything on it except an O2 sensor in the 6 years I'd owned it. Missed it because of the fuel economy but found out 2 weeks ago that the transmission had just went out.. bullet dodged
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Post by: TheHamburglar on September 28, 2021, 09:19:05 PM
Reserved a new Corolla. Same thing on MSRP. It might be here as early as next week since they were already allocated it. I asked if they’d give me a bump on trading in the 2009 Corolla with 260,000 miles. They said “if the person in charge of that is in a good mood, you might get $500.”

Going to keep the old Corolla for a few months for driving back/forth to football games then I might see if I can get $1,000. Probably just donate it to a mechanic in town that goes through donated cars, puts donated tires on them & gives them to a women’s shelter for women trying to get back on their feet by themselves & need transportation. It runs fine, just decided to get ahead of it before it breaks down/needs new tires.
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Post by: OB_Won on September 28, 2021, 11:48:58 PM
Current '07 Honda Accord status report:

167,000 miles
runs fine
back passenger side bumper dent
the cloth on the ceiling is starting to come down as the glue gives up

I think it has probably 3-4 more solid years. Assuming ~8-10,000 miles/yr I've been driving it. (it was driven more when it was new)
This is a great way to do it. Very low cost of ownership for a great vehicle. Reminds me of that commercial for engine oil specific to high mileage cars where cash is just blowing out of the A/C vents and into the owner's lap.
Wife bought a new pearl white / black 2019 Accord for her commute to downtown dallas. I see why those cars are so popular. They're a hell of a deal. Turbo charged, paddle shifters, fat low-pro 19-20" tires, tons of cargo and seating space, 38 mpg. Pretty much all you want in the mid-upper $20's. She sold it after 1.5 years and 24K miles for $500 less than she bought it (pre chip shortage).
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Post by: Fedor on September 29, 2021, 07:53:18 AM
Reserved a new Corolla. Same thing on MSRP. It might be here as early as next week since they were already allocated it. I asked if they’d give me a bump on trading in the 2009 Corolla with 260,000 miles. They said “if the person in charge of that is in a good mood, you might get $500.”

Going to keep the old Corolla for a few months for driving back/forth to football games then I might see if I can get $1,000. Probably just donate it to a mechanic in town that goes through donated cars, puts donated tires on them & gives them to a women’s shelter for women trying to get back on their feet by themselves & need transportation. It runs fine, just decided to get ahead of it before it breaks down/needs new tires.
Holy crap, that is a incredibly impactful act of generosity.  The mechanic is a stud and you would be too if you donated your car.
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on September 29, 2021, 08:07:44 AM
Reserved a new Corolla. Same thing on MSRP. It might be here as early as next week since they were already allocated it. I asked if they’d give me a bump on trading in the 2009 Corolla with 260,000 miles. They said “if the person in charge of that is in a good mood, you might get $500.”

Going to keep the old Corolla for a few months for driving back/forth to football games then I might see if I can get $1,000. Probably just donate it to a mechanic in town that goes through donated cars, puts donated tires on them & gives them to a women’s shelter for women trying to get back on their feet by themselves & need transportation. It runs fine, just decided to get ahead of it before it breaks down/needs new tires.
Holy crap, that is a incredibly impactful act of generosity.  The mechanic is a stud and you would be too if you donated your car.
:thumbs:
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Post by: slackcat on September 29, 2021, 08:11:41 AM
 :thumbs: :thumbs:
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Post by: Pete on September 29, 2021, 01:21:13 PM
SD, you could cancel that GMC order and get yourself on the list for a plug-in hybrid Cherokee!!!!

https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a37774950/2022-jeep-grand-cherokee-revealed/
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Post by: steve dave on September 29, 2021, 02:06:24 PM
Can’t fit the entire infield in that thing
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Post by: BW on September 29, 2021, 02:56:31 PM
Traded 18 Sierra for 21 Sierra a month ago for the trade in value reason. Now '22 interior/little diesel havee wanting to order one.

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Post by: WildcatNkilt on October 12, 2021, 02:07:48 PM
Just received notification that my Jeep Grand Cherokee L is in the shipping process and should arrive in the next week or two!  :Woohoo:
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Post by: steve dave on October 12, 2021, 03:25:24 PM
Just received notification that my Jeep Grand Cherokee L is in the shipping process and should arrive in the next week or two!  :Woohoo:
They’re building my Yukon first week of November.
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Post by: Pete on October 12, 2021, 07:35:52 PM
Just received notification that my Jeep Grand Cherokee L is in the shipping process and should arrive in the next week or two!  :Woohoo:
They’re building my Yukon first week of November.

Jealous of you both.  Very fun.
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Post by: nicname on October 13, 2021, 10:14:39 PM
Genesis G70 2.0T Manual Transmission. I've got my eye on you.
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Post by: deputy dawg on October 14, 2021, 10:04:49 AM
Reserved a new Corolla. Same thing on MSRP. It might be here as early as next week since they were already allocated it. I asked if they’d give me a bump on trading in the 2009 Corolla with 260,000 miles. They said “if the person in charge of that is in a good mood, you might get $500.”

Going to keep the old Corolla for a few months for driving back/forth to football games then I might see if I can get $1,000. Probably just donate it to a mechanic in town that goes through donated cars, puts donated tires on them & gives them to a women’s shelter for women trying to get back on their feet by themselves & need transportation. It runs fine, just decided to get ahead of it before it breaks down/needs new tires.

You, sir, are a prince.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: passranch on October 14, 2021, 03:14:45 PM
2022 Civic Type R has my attention.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on October 14, 2021, 06:06:44 PM
Welp. read news of chip shortage ending soon.  If you're planning on buying a '21 model, they are about to get cheap.  Dealers will be flooded with vehicles in the next couple of months.
 :dance:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: nicname on October 14, 2021, 06:07:26 PM
2022 Civic Type R has my attention.

Sexy little minx
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on October 14, 2021, 08:46:10 PM
My 2007 Honda’s ceiling upholstery has started to turn in to drapes for the rear window.  I utilized some duct tape today.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: nicname on October 15, 2021, 12:05:48 PM
My 2007 Honda’s ceiling upholstery has started to turn in to drapes for the rear window.  I utilized some duct tape today.

 :lol:

My dad used to drive an old Chevy Celebrity that developed this accessory. He used a bunch of strategically placed thumbtacks.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Skipper44 on October 15, 2021, 05:21:25 PM
 :comehere:
My 2007 Honda’s ceiling upholstery has started to turn in to drapes for the rear window.  I utilized some duct tape today.
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WildcatNkilt on October 18, 2021, 02:55:54 PM
Welp. read news of chip shortage ending soon.  If you're planning on buying a '21 model, they are about to get cheap.  Dealers will be flooded with vehicles in the next couple of months.
 :dance:

Where did you read this?  Every article I have read recently is saying the exact opposite, and that dealerships are limiting their output by hundreds of thousands due to the shortage.  Most reports are saying chip shortage will last at least another year. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on October 18, 2021, 11:00:21 PM
Welp. read news of chip shortage ending soon.  If you're planning on buying a '21 model, they are about to get cheap.  Dealers will be flooded with vehicles in the next couple of months.
 :dance:

Where did you read this?  Every article I have read recently is saying the exact opposite, and that dealerships are limiting their output by hundreds of thousands due to the shortage.  Most reports are saying chip shortage will last at least another year.

It was in google news I read.  Seems they negotiated a new contract which will provide chips for installation in the already produced stock in storage starting in Nov. and should to completed before January.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on October 19, 2021, 05:30:44 PM
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Purple Derpathy on October 19, 2021, 05:39:17 PM
Somebody get on the list for a '22 Tundra. Need an EMAW review.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on October 19, 2021, 05:43:16 PM
Somebody get on the list for a '22 Tundra. Need an EMAW review.
My review is that it will get terrible gas mileage.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on October 19, 2021, 06:46:38 PM
Somebody get on the list for a '22 Tundra. Need an EMAW review.
My review is that it will get terrible gas mileage.


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They are releasing a new hybrid version this year. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on October 19, 2021, 09:01:38 PM
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nice, my day one two door should be around in february, march. 
i want a q8 but they’re impossible to find too
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Cire on October 19, 2021, 10:05:44 PM
Truck just turned 20 years old. I’ve driven from 17 years. Only 136k miles


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on October 20, 2021, 06:35:20 AM
Truck just turned 20 years old. I’ve driven from 17 years. Only 136k miles


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That's a nice feeling.  My Dad's Tacoma turns 20 this year, and still running well, but he has probably 225K on his.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on October 20, 2021, 08:36:34 AM
My dad burns through trucks in like 4 years. Like breaks the frame levels of burns through. Things are basically junk yarded.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Cire on October 20, 2021, 06:53:43 PM
Mine is in really really rough shape on the exterior


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WildcatNkilt on October 21, 2021, 09:52:40 AM
Got my Jeep yesterday!  Love it! :driving:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on October 21, 2021, 10:31:16 AM
Post pics!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on October 21, 2021, 10:43:24 AM
Got my Jeep yesterday!  Love it! :driving:

 :runaway:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WildcatNkilt on October 21, 2021, 11:11:33 AM
Yes, my Christmas lights are already up.  My guy came early!

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: PandaXpanda on October 21, 2021, 11:31:51 AM
Yes, my Christmas lights are already up.  My guy came early!

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That's one hot [redacted].
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on October 21, 2021, 12:06:13 PM
Hot AF
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on October 23, 2021, 05:05:24 AM
Bummed pictures aren't loading for me. Love a sexy Jeep.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on October 23, 2021, 05:06:16 AM
Have any of you taken delivery of your Bronco?

https://twitter.com/59dallas/status/1451359721357729793?t=flXnylCME_VBqA90xh64WQ&s=19

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on October 23, 2021, 08:34:14 AM
Not yet. But I would sell mine for $135k.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on October 23, 2021, 07:07:58 PM
Insane sticker markup.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on October 28, 2021, 02:20:47 PM
Built: Your vehicle has been built and we are arranging shipment to your dealer. This step could take a few days to a week. Select the "Learn About Your Vehicle" link for information and videos about your new vehicle.
Estimated Delivery: 11/20/2021
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on October 28, 2021, 03:29:52 PM
let me know how many ford points you get and when
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WildcatNkilt on October 29, 2021, 08:47:01 AM
Bummed pictures aren't loading for me. Love a sexy Jeep.

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@IPA4Me check again
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 8manpick on October 29, 2021, 10:00:05 AM
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: IPA4Me on October 29, 2021, 09:35:09 PM
Bummed pictures aren't loading for me. Love a sexy Jeep.

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@IPA4Me check again
Still broken. Not loading on desktop either.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20211030/f09d1a628c08c64d9e2b45d425ed9ef8.jpg)

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 02, 2021, 12:28:58 PM
Pic of my Bronco rolling off the assembly line.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 02, 2021, 12:32:16 PM
NSFW
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 02, 2021, 12:58:13 PM
the only broncos i've seen in the wild so far have all been that color with that roof option
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 02, 2021, 01:01:29 PM
the only broncos i've seen in the wild so far have all been that color with that roof option

The soft top is basically the only option at this point.

The only full size broncos ive seen in the wild have been yellow.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on November 02, 2021, 06:30:25 PM
i’m sticking to my 2 door hard top, I guess i will have it by february
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 02, 2021, 06:39:08 PM
Pic of my Bronco rolling off the assembly line.

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Sex


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 03, 2021, 12:12:14 PM
are any of you broncocats BOLD enough to take your bronco to Tuttle Creek ORV and mess around?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 03, 2021, 12:34:25 PM
are any of you broncocats BOLD enough to take your bronco to Tuttle Creek ORV and mess around?

I wouldn't.  I want one, but I had one the most "off road" it would ever get is a dirt road. I am VERY jealous of these cats getting broncos.  And of SD's Denali.  VERY JEALOUS!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on November 03, 2021, 02:05:07 PM
Ok so I finally feel confident in saying the EV tax credits are fully refundable.

https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/ (https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/)

this rules.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 03, 2021, 02:23:25 PM
Ok so I finally feel confident in saying the EV tax credits are fully refundable.

https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/ (https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/)

this rules.
https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2021/11/02/all-electric-f-100-eluminator-concept.html
hoping this one makes it to mass production  :crossfingers:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: kim carnes on November 03, 2021, 02:30:08 PM
Ok so I finally feel confident in saying the EV tax credits are fully refundable.

https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/ (https://grist.org/transportation/congress-is-poised-to-fix-electric-vehicle-tax-creditsout-buying-an-electric-car/)

this rules.

The amount of caveats to that is absolutely ludicrous. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on November 03, 2021, 02:42:23 PM
well the $7500 will be pretty straightforward, the extra tax credits will basically only apply to Ford and GM (and maybe partially Tesla depending upon if they reset the cars sold qualifier).  it is a huge improvement over the old one.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 03, 2021, 03:33:20 PM
What I desire is a plug-in hybrid pickup truck. So, I could go on long road trips and not worry about charging.

If I were to go all electric, it’s between the Ford Lightning and Rivian RV1.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 03, 2021, 03:38:45 PM
The UAW made Bolt would be a pretty good deal at this price.

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While some EVs are affordable, many Americans are still waiting for EVs to be even cheaper. If that proposal becomes a reality, then EVs can become very cheap. For example, the Bolt currently gets 259 miles on a single charge, but it still costs $31,000 before any incentives. If those incentives pass, then a brand-new Bolt can cost $18,500.

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/biden-wants-union-made-evs-chevy-bolt-only-one-made-u-s/
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Kat Kid on November 03, 2021, 04:53:40 PM
The UAW made Bolt would be a pretty good deal at this price.

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While some EVs are affordable, many Americans are still waiting for EVs to be even cheaper. If that proposal becomes a reality, then EVs can become very cheap. For example, the Bolt currently gets 259 miles on a single charge, but it still costs $31,000 before any incentives. If those incentives pass, then a brand-new Bolt can cost $18,500.

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/biden-wants-union-made-evs-chevy-bolt-only-one-made-u-s/
Yep, I’ve been eyeballing the EUV.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 03, 2021, 05:02:42 PM
The UAW made Bolt would be a pretty good deal at this price.

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While some EVs are affordable, many Americans are still waiting for EVs to be even cheaper. If that proposal becomes a reality, then EVs can become very cheap. For example, the Bolt currently gets 259 miles on a single charge, but it still costs $31,000 before any incentives. If those incentives pass, then a brand-new Bolt can cost $18,500.

https://www.motorbiscuit.com/biden-wants-union-made-evs-chevy-bolt-only-one-made-u-s/
Yep, I’ve been eyeballing the EUV.

I trust Woz

https://gmauthority.com/blog/2017/06/apple-co-founder-steve-wozniak-says-chevrolet-bolt-ev-is-one-of-his-favorite-tech-toys/

Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: ben ji on November 03, 2021, 05:13:03 PM
I am not a car person but those new bronco's are hot AF.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 03, 2021, 08:03:40 PM
My buddy saw this one today.

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Spracne on November 03, 2021, 08:22:51 PM
2 Questions:

1.) Where is that Lupe Tortilla? Metroplex or no?

2.) What was your prior username? It came up off the board and I misremembered.

Thanks,

Red.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on November 03, 2021, 09:44:27 PM
2 Questions:

1.) Where is that Lupe Tortilla? Metroplex or no?

2.) What was your prior username? It came up off the board and I misremembered.

Thanks,

Red.

I think it used to be Nuts Kicked.  I remember asking IC just after he changed it. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 04, 2021, 08:02:46 AM
2 Questions:

1.) Where is that Lupe Tortilla? Metroplex or no?

2.) What was your prior username? It came up off the board and I misremembered.

Thanks,

Red.

1.) Addison, TX
2.) I was originally CFOD and then Batt BcKee
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 04, 2021, 10:35:24 AM
the bronco looks good in red
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 04, 2021, 01:59:28 PM
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a38137645/toyota-tacoma-tacozilla-camper-revealed/ (https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a38137645/toyota-tacoma-tacozilla-camper-revealed/)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 8manpick on November 04, 2021, 03:14:58 PM
2 Questions:

1.) Where is that Lupe Tortilla? Metroplex or no?

2.) What was your prior username? It came up off the board and I misremembered.

Thanks,

Red.

I think it used to be Nuts Kicked.  I remember asking IC just after he changed it.
Isn’t Rage Against the McKee the former Nuts Kicked?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Spracne on November 04, 2021, 04:41:18 PM
2 Questions:

1.) Where is that Lupe Tortilla? Metroplex or no?

2.) What was your prior username? It came up off the board and I misremembered.

Thanks,

Red.

I think it used to be Nuts Kicked.  I remember asking IC just after he changed it.
Isn’t Rage Against the McKee the former Nuts Kicked?

That was the source of my confusion--the multiple McKees.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on November 04, 2021, 09:17:12 PM
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 04, 2021, 09:18:38 PM
At one point we had a lot of Batt BcKee themed poster names. iirc he popped in and threatened to YOU WILL BE SUED!!!!11!!! for us talking about it.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 04, 2021, 09:29:27 PM
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on November 04, 2021, 09:34:59 PM
At one point we had a lot of Batt BcKee themed poster names. iirc he popped in and threatened to YOU WILL BE SUED!!!!11!!! for us talking about it.
no dude he had his lawyer send us certified letters saying we had to delete any mention of him on our board or they’d sue.  i actually think it was an attorney from the law office he was going to work at or something.  i was freaked out tho.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 04, 2021, 09:39:34 PM
At one point we had a lot of Batt BcKee themed poster names. iirc he popped in and threatened to YOU WILL BE SUED!!!!11!!! for us talking about it.
no dude he had his lawyer send us certified letters saying we had to delete any mention of him on our board or they’d sue.  i actually think it was an attorney from the law office he was going to work at or something.  i was freaked out tho.

oh yeah

https://www.hklaw.com/en/professionals/m/mckee-matthew

lmao
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on November 04, 2021, 10:11:54 PM
the letter even cited threads/page numbers  :Ugh:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Trim on November 04, 2021, 10:26:09 PM
I’d forgotten what Batt BcKee did or was to inspire being part of usernames and threads here. Had to go pull our file to remember all of that and his lol letter.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: DaBigTrain on November 04, 2021, 10:36:55 PM
:lol:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: 8manpick on November 05, 2021, 07:29:25 AM
What a piece of crap
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 05, 2021, 08:31:49 AM
this man nearly brought goEMAW.com to its knees. what did we do to make him so angry?

(https://www.hklaw.com/-/media/images/professionals/m/mckee-matthew/mckee_matthew_web.jpg)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: WillieWatanabe on November 05, 2021, 08:33:52 AM
is he from Mississippi? That hair just oozes Ole Miss to me.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Brock Landers on November 05, 2021, 08:42:20 AM
It's a shame the punchable faces thread got locked because that, my friends, is a punchable face.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 05, 2021, 08:46:31 AM
I don't remember at all
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 05, 2021, 08:52:44 AM
I don't remember at all

there has to be a thread somewhere about it
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Trim on November 05, 2021, 08:57:13 AM
Lol, he must've sent a letter to Kellis too and made him take his name out long after the fact.
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Mueller, 6 feet 2 and 245 pounds, came to K-State as a walk-on that paid for his tuition by doing landscape work. Now he is a scholarship player with a shot at the NFL. And who can forget the way Mueller made three sacks and forced a fumble against Texas Tech and then dedicated his big day to a Texas Tech student who had crossed him?

https://amp.kansascity.com/sports/college/big-12/kansas-state/article332638.html
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on November 05, 2021, 08:57:31 AM
I’d forgotten what Batt BcKee did or was to inspire being part of usernames and threads here. Had to go pull our file to remember all of that and his lol letter.
He had deeply offended / angered Ryan Mueller. Don't remember what the original offense was... Insulting Mueller's sister perhaps?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Trim on November 05, 2021, 09:12:24 AM
:lol:

https://wreckemred.com/2013/11/13/good-bad-ugly-vs-kansas-state/

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In what may go down as one of the most bizarre player press conferences ever given in the Big 12, Wildcat linebacker Ryan Mueller took to the podium post game to share his feelings about Texas Tech in general, and more importantly, one current/not-current law student. (Note: I took the kids name out because as far as I could find he’s not listed as a student at Texas Tech anymore)

“Personally, I’m not a big fan of Texas Tech,” Mueller said. “My whole family isn’t a fan of Texas Tech. There’s a student here at Texas Tech that I strongly dislike — his name is (blank). He knows exactly who I am and exactly who my family is, and this victory is for him.”

(Blank) is a law student at Texas Tech and the grandson of the school’s former athletic director Gerald Myers. It’s not clear what the connection is between (blank) and Mueller. The Leawood junior did, however, Tweet this following the game, “No worries Caroline Mueller your baby bro has your back FOREVER! I love you I played for you!”
Caroline was a track and field athlete at Texas Tech, but is no longer listed on the roster. – See more at: http://themercury.com/articles/behind-hubert-cats-run-past-texas-tech#sthash.ZfFNR3jk.dpuf
When asked later about what his linebacker might have been talking about, Coach LHC Bill Snyder said he had no clue but would be sure to ask Mueller about it.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: chum1 on November 05, 2021, 09:15:25 AM
Oh, man. I barely remember that. It is amazing.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 05, 2021, 09:31:41 AM
Oh, man. I barely remember that. It is amazing.
same.. reminds me how awesome mueller was though
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 05, 2021, 12:24:23 PM
in car related news my sled is built and on its way from Arlington to KC for "microprocessing" which means anywhere from 1 week to 3 months (lmao) from now it will be in Omaha.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 08, 2021, 03:01:50 PM
a buddy's coworker just got his First Edition delivered

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 08, 2021, 03:32:12 PM
And he immediately parked it like an bad person, lmao
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 08, 2021, 03:32:49 PM
in car related news my sled is built and on its way from Arlington to KC for "microprocessing" which means anywhere from 1 week to 3 months (lmao) from now it will be in Omaha.
Nov 22 est pick up date!
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: kim carnes on November 08, 2021, 03:39:33 PM
in car related news my sled is built and on its way from Arlington to KC for "microprocessing" which means anywhere from 1 week to 3 months (lmao) from now it will be in Omaha.
Nov 22 est pick up date!

Did they have any actual inventory of Denalis at the dealership when you were shopping?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 08, 2021, 04:08:53 PM
in car related news my sled is built and on its way from Arlington to KC for "microprocessing" which means anywhere from 1 week to 3 months (lmao) from now it will be in Omaha.
Nov 22 est pick up date!

Did they have any actual inventory of Denalis at the dealership when you were shopping?
No, nowhere in Omaha, Lincoln, or Council Bluffs. I’ve never even sat in one.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 08, 2021, 04:47:43 PM
in car related news my sled is built and on its way from Arlington to KC for "microprocessing" which means anywhere from 1 week to 3 months (lmao) from now it will be in Omaha.
Nov 22 est pick up date!

Did they have any actual inventory of Denalis at the dealership when you were shopping?
No, nowhere in Omaha, Lincoln, or Council Bluffs. I’ve never even sat in one.
And on top of that none of them would even order me one. “No allocation” and a list of people wanting to order ahead of me. Went through a dealer in a small town south of Omaha that was able to order it.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 08, 2021, 09:09:02 PM
SD, will you and your lady friend go have rated R time in that rig after you pick it up?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 08, 2021, 09:14:52 PM
SD, will you and your lady friend go have rated R time in that rig after you pick it up?
Almost certainly not BUT I bet we install a booster seat and car seat pretty quickly
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 08, 2021, 09:23:54 PM
Will you say “no snacks in the new car,” then totally cave in and let them have happy meals when mom is working late?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 09, 2021, 05:32:00 AM
Will you say “no snacks in the new car,” then totally cave in and let them have happy meals when mom is working late?
No, full snacks are a go from day 1. The thing is going be be an absolute shitshow of baseball and other sports gear and the accompanying filth 24/7/365 so no sense in fighting that battle.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 17, 2021, 05:43:01 PM
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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: ben ji on November 17, 2021, 06:18:53 PM
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Before I even noticed the car or who posted I thought "Well thats a subdivision in the northern part of the DFW area".
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: mocat on November 17, 2021, 06:23:49 PM
You have got to wheel that thing
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 18, 2021, 08:18:51 AM
Before I even noticed the car or who posted I thought "Well thats a subdivision in the northern part of the DFW area".

Because my neighbor leaves her trash bins in front of her garage?  All my neighbors do, for some reason.  And then they complain when people walking by put bags of dog poo in their trash.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 18, 2021, 08:21:31 AM
Before I even noticed the car or who posted I thought "Well thats a subdivision in the northern part of the DFW area".

Because my neighbor leaves her trash bins in front of her garage?  All my neighbors do, for some reason.  And then they complain when people walking by put bags of dog poo in their trash.

our HOA would kick their asses day one of leaving their bins out
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 20, 2021, 01:01:41 PM
a 2022 yukon denali will be making the thanksgiving drive to kc this year. and, folks, I am excited to burn that much fossil fuel.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on November 20, 2021, 04:36:51 PM
I can’t wait to slash sd’s tires on thanksgiving weekend.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 20, 2021, 08:25:01 PM
The Bronco made good time to KS today. So good that I got pulled over. The cop told me he liked my Bronco before handing me my ticket


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 20, 2021, 08:27:42 PM
‘clams, a guy at the dealership said he heard Bronco owners were getting 200k pts. But so far, I’ve only gotten 42k.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 20, 2021, 09:04:14 PM
how horny is this (but only for people with shitloads of kids and baseball coaching/equipment requirements)

(https://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/gmc/yukon/2021/oem/2021_gmc_yukon_4dr-suv_denali_fq_oem_10_1280x855.jpg)
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Institutional Control on November 20, 2021, 09:15:29 PM
That thing is badass.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on November 20, 2021, 09:30:05 PM
SD, did you get a large chunk of change for you vehicle, cause that sweet ride got to be close to 80 grand.   :kstategrad: :bigtoke:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: CHONGS on November 20, 2021, 09:35:31 PM
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:fatty:
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Post by: Trim on November 20, 2021, 09:49:57 PM
sd, that's an RV.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 20, 2021, 10:13:57 PM
SD, did you get a large chunk of change for you vehicle, cause that sweet ride got to be close to 80 grand.   :kstategrad: :bigtoke:
I got $32k for my 2017 Armada with 55k miles on it. Which I feel ok about.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 20, 2021, 10:14:19 PM
sd, that's an RV.
That’s right
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on November 21, 2021, 09:28:53 AM
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:fatty:

I love those.  Did you just get one, or are you looking?
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: CHONGS on November 21, 2021, 09:29:28 AM
More like dreaming...
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: KITNfury on November 21, 2021, 01:00:51 PM
I've driven a 2005 truck since 2008 or 2009 (can't remember). I need a 3/4 or 1 ton truck to pull a 5th wheel. I'm looking forward to it, but used prices are absurd.  :shakesfist:

I can only semi justify it because I got a good deal on my truck ($9k) and have driven my truck a long time. Still stings though. A five ish year old truck with 100-200k miles is around $40k. Oh well.
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Post by: IPA4Me on November 21, 2021, 03:31:53 PM
Ya. Shopping for a farm truck to pull a double horse trailer. Prices suck.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: nicname on November 21, 2021, 06:50:11 PM
how horny is this (but only for people with shitloads of kids and baseball coaching/equipment requirements)

(https://media.ed.edmunds-media.com/gmc/yukon/2021/oem/2021_gmc_yukon_4dr-suv_denali_fq_oem_10_1280x855.jpg)

Your house is sick AF sd
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 21, 2021, 07:17:00 PM
That is not my house. That is a photo of one like the one I’m getting.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: KITNfury on November 21, 2021, 07:37:45 PM
That is not my house. That is a photo of one like the one I’m getting.
Will I'm personally jealous of the house you're getting
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on November 21, 2021, 07:59:55 PM
SD, did you get a large chunk of change for you vehicle, cause that sweet ride got to be close to 80 grand.   :kstategrad: :bigtoke:
I got $32k for my 2017 Armada with 55k miles on it. Which I feel ok about.

Your Armada is also a large SUV, but I can see getting the Yukon with that much trade in.  Must be nice. 
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: steve dave on November 21, 2021, 08:07:00 PM
SD, did you get a large chunk of change for you vehicle, cause that sweet ride got to be close to 80 grand.   :kstategrad: :bigtoke:
I got $32k for my 2017 Armada with 55k miles on it. Which I feel ok about.

Your Armada is also a large SUV, but I can see getting the Yukon with that much trade in.  Must be nice.
I can’t drive a vehicle more than five years. I just get sick of them. And they fall out of warranty about that time anyway which is scary to me.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Katpappy on November 21, 2021, 08:27:13 PM
SD, did you get a large chunk of change for you vehicle, cause that sweet ride got to be close to 80 grand.   :kstategrad: :bigtoke:
I got $32k for my 2017 Armada with 55k miles on it. Which I feel ok about.

Your Armada is also a large SUV, but I can see getting the Yukon with that much trade in.  Must be nice.
I can’t drive a vehicle more than five years. I just get sick of them. And they fall out of warranty about that time anyway which is scary to me.

Damn, I'm the same way with my vehicles, I traded my '14 Ram for a '19 on Jan 2nd of '19.
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Dr Rick Daris on November 21, 2021, 11:17:03 PM
the letter even cited threads/page numbers  :Ugh:

I kept my letter. It was very lol and it’s in a box somewhere in my basement along with all my other greatest memories.
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Post by: Trim on November 22, 2021, 12:20:55 AM
That is not my house. That is a photo of one like the one I’m getting.
Will I'm personally jealous of the house you're getting

You can make any house look like that. Doom made the hallway outside his catcave look like that.
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Post by: tdaver on November 22, 2021, 12:46:21 AM
More like dreaming...

You should dream about the Wilderness edition and all the off-roading you’ll do while staying at that cabin.
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Post by: Katpappy on November 22, 2021, 03:37:51 PM
More like dreaming...

You should dream about the Wilderness edition and all the off-roading you’ll do while staying at that cabin.

They look good now days, but a few years back they were very popular with rural postman.  So when my son was in the market to buy a new vehicle, he was deciding between an Outback or a Ram.  At the time he had a '05 Rumble Bee, and after I said I would have to call him the postman he got a '16 Ram loaded with every bell and whistle with only about 3K miles on it.  BTY, it was less than the Outback and with the Ecodiesel got better mileage.
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Post by: steve dave on November 23, 2021, 03:17:17 PM
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Post by: Institutional Control on November 23, 2021, 03:53:40 PM
That’s beautiful, sd.


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Post by: steve dave on November 23, 2021, 03:56:51 PM
That’s beautiful, sd.


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thank you, it gets very bad gas mileage
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Post by: mocat on November 23, 2021, 04:02:20 PM
i am reminded of

https://twitter.com/aabluedot/status/1461969021100646402
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 23, 2021, 04:06:34 PM
You didn't happen to buy that from Copple did you?
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Post by: Trim on November 23, 2021, 04:40:51 PM
Demilitarize steve dave.
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Post by: tdaver on November 23, 2021, 04:45:30 PM
You didn't happen to buy that from Copple did you?

SD, you should tell Copple to get his dirty white badge off your liftgate or else
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Post by: KST8FAN on November 23, 2021, 05:03:29 PM
All the Bronco pix horned me up to relive my youth so I bought this barn find to fix up.
The 2nd pix is how my 80 was painted so that's the goal.

#1 has been on the lookout for an 80, and he found this one in Indiana.


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Post by: Dugout DickStone on November 23, 2021, 05:47:53 PM
Every neighbor guy is going to find his way over to sd's in the next 4 days to sit in that thing.
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Post by: ben ji on November 23, 2021, 05:48:13 PM
All the Bronco pix horned me up to relive my youth so I bought this barn find to fix up.
The 2nd pix is how my 80 was painted so that's the goal.

#1 has been on the lookout for an 80, and he found this one in Indiana.


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Oh man, just imagine checking the cows with tater in the front seat of that hot POA
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 23, 2021, 06:04:27 PM
Hot Tom let’s see progress pics while ya go


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Post by: star seed 7 on November 23, 2021, 06:40:45 PM
Very excited for the journey we are about to go on
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Post by: steve dave on November 23, 2021, 06:50:15 PM
You didn't happen to buy that from Copple did you?

SD, you should tell Copple to get his dirty white badge off your liftgate or else
I took it all off
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Post by: steve dave on November 23, 2021, 06:50:51 PM
All the Bronco pix horned me up to relive my youth so I bought this barn find to fix up.
The 2nd pix is how my 80 was painted so that's the goal.

#1 has been on the lookout for an 80, and he found this one in Indiana.


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I had a ‘79 Blazer and my gf rolled it the first time she ever drove it :-(
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Post by: WildcatNkilt on November 23, 2021, 10:36:12 PM
Nice ride SD!
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Post by: mocat on November 24, 2021, 12:01:30 AM
All the Bronco pix horned me up to relive my youth so I bought this barn find to fix up.
The 2nd pix is how my 80 was painted so that's the goal.

#1 has been on the lookout for an 80, and he found this one in Indiana.


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I had a ‘79 Blazer and my gf rolled it the first time she ever drove it :-(
Step 1, remove steps! That thing is going to be so hot
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Post by: steve dave on November 26, 2021, 09:44:36 AM
Full bone

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-chevrolet-blazer-85/
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Post by: Spracne on November 26, 2021, 12:36:26 PM
Full bone

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-chevrolet-blazer-85/

I was looking for topless pics but couldn't find them. Are there topless pics?
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Post by: nicname on November 26, 2021, 08:36:03 PM
All the Bronco pix horned me up to relive my youth so I bought this barn find to fix up.
The 2nd pix is how my 80 was painted so that's the goal.

#1 has been on the lookout for an 80, and he found this one in Indiana.


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I had a ‘79 Blazer and my gf rolled it the first time she ever drove it :-(
Step 1, remove steps! That thing is going to be so hot

Have you guys seen the new Ford pickups w/ the classic striped paint job yet? If not, you have now.

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Post by: nicname on November 26, 2021, 08:39:05 PM
Just got my hands on an '09 Ford Focus SES (that's the base model fyi) w/ only 53,000 miles. I'm about to run this bitch into the ground.
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Post by: Katpappy on November 26, 2021, 10:13:49 PM
Full bone

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1972-chevrolet-blazer-85/

I was looking for topless pics but couldn't find them. Are there topless pics?

You couldn't handle that babe in full topless.  Hint, throw those picker pills away cause you're not gonna need 'em.  :Jeffy:
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Post by: nicname on November 26, 2021, 10:35:53 PM
Holy rough ridin' crap.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1979-ford-bronco-46/
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 27, 2021, 09:51:33 AM
My goodness. Had to have cut up a 79 bronco and crew to do that. That price wowza and still 3 days left


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Post by: Pete on November 27, 2021, 12:47:40 PM
That thing is amazing.  If I won a big lottery, I'd pay those guys to just build stuff like that for me all the time.  I love the restomods that give you the tech of today in the old cars.
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Post by: BW on December 01, 2021, 07:33:21 AM
https://hotroddirtys.com/for-sale-inventory (https://hotroddirtys.com/for-sale-inventory)

This place has some cool stuff... I would like to own a semi-stock 47-54 5 window and an 80's square Blazer or short bed.

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Post by: BW on December 01, 2021, 12:15:01 PM
https://hotroddirtys.com/for-sale-inventory (https://hotroddirtys.com/for-sale-inventory)

This place has some cool stuff... I would like to own a semi-stock 47-54 5 window and an 80's square Blazer or short bed.

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https://www.mecum.com/auctions/kansas-city-2021/lots/featured/ (https://www.mecum.com/auctions/kansas-city-2021/lots/featured/)

Also, Mecum KC starts tomorrow.

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Post by: KST8FAN on December 01, 2021, 09:56:10 PM
Headed to KC this weekend.


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Post by: Pete on December 02, 2021, 06:57:07 AM
Tom, are you doing the work yourself or are you hiring it out?  In either case, I'm very jealous. I'd love to get either an 80's Bronco or maybe a 90 Eddie Bauer.
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Post by: star seed 7 on December 02, 2021, 07:36:57 AM
Tom, how many powercats will you be putting on that thing?
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on December 02, 2021, 08:38:23 AM
Tom a bowtie pulling a blue oval just does not sit well with me.
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Post by: Katpappy on December 02, 2021, 11:13:07 AM
Yea, it should be a Ram.  When I see some poor sucker broke down along the side of the road, I ask if they need help with their ford or chevy and when tell say yes I gladly tell them to get a Ram and their problems would be solved.  BTW, most of the time they thank me for the helpful tip.  :lol:
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 02, 2021, 11:48:03 AM
Yea, it should be a Ram.  When I see some poor sucker broke down along the side of the road, I ask if they need help with their ford or chevy and when tell say yes I gladly tell them to get a Ram and their problems would be solved.  BTW, most of the time they thank me for the helpful tip.  :lol:

Good middle aged white guy burn, katpappy.
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Post by: Katpappy on December 02, 2021, 04:07:54 PM
Yea, it should be a Ram.  When I see some poor sucker broke down along the side of the road, I ask if they need help with their ford or chevy and when tell say yes I gladly tell them to get a Ram and their problems would be solved.  BTW, most of the time they thank me for the helpful tip.  :lol:

Good middle aged white guy burn, katpappy.

Been doing it for the past 24 yrs. of Ram ownership.  Usually, I point out how far behind ford and chevy are, but pretend they came out with the design first when they finally come out with it.
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Post by: KST8FAN on December 02, 2021, 08:31:02 PM
Tom a bowtie pulling a blue oval just does not sit well with me.
#1 buddy offered to bring it home from Indiana for trailer and gas money.


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Post by: KCFDcat on December 04, 2021, 04:40:35 PM
anyone else made the switch to electric?
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Post by: KST8FAN on December 04, 2021, 07:22:13 PM
Look what Santa left under my tree in the front yard.


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Post by: steve dave on December 04, 2021, 07:23:23 PM
If this broncos a rockin’
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Post by: steve dave on December 04, 2021, 07:23:50 PM
Also elite powercat festiveness
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Post by: slackcat on December 05, 2021, 06:30:07 AM
Cool find Tom.   What's year's your neighbor's Ford?
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 05, 2021, 08:15:07 AM
Looks like Tom has fallen behind on raking leaves.


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Post by: IPA4Me on December 05, 2021, 08:15:43 AM
I figured he was a one shot guy. Let em all fall before piling high.

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Post by: Pete on December 05, 2021, 11:25:43 AM
I figured he was a one shot guy. Let em all fall before piling high.

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Yep. Same here. I will use Tom as inspiration for doing mine today.  The Oak and Hedge are nearly done.
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Post by: KST8FAN on December 05, 2021, 08:47:43 PM
Cool find Tom.   What's year's your neighbor's Ford?
MON5T3R is the vanity plate so 53?


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Post by: KST8FAN on December 05, 2021, 09:48:53 PM
I figured he was a one shot guy. Let em all fall before piling high.

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Yep. Same here. I will use Tom as inspiration for doing mine today.  The Oak and Hedge are nearly done.
Tater probably has a surprise or two under those leaves.

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Post by: slackcat on December 06, 2021, 08:14:54 AM
Now I see what looks to be a T-Bird in your neighbors drive. 
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Post by: KST8FAN on December 06, 2021, 08:18:51 AM
Now I see what looks to be a T-Bird in your neighbors drive.
He has quite a collection, yes.  Pickup, t bird, a coupe of some kind.


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Post by: Institutional Control on December 21, 2021, 04:15:27 PM
let me know how many ford points you get and when
@pissclams. Update: just got 220,000 more points.

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Post by: steve dave on December 21, 2021, 05:04:05 PM
My new Yukon has "google built in" which I believe means google designed the interface. Has google app store and all that crap. Also apple car play. my phone automatically connects to carplay obviously. sometimes I'm listening to sirius xm while waiting in line at the car wash or something and grab my phone and fire up twitter or some other app. this immediately triggers it to switch from sirius to apple carplay like I'm trying to play sound from whatever app I'm on through my car speakers.

question: how the eff do I make that no?
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Post by: Institutional Control on December 21, 2021, 05:14:36 PM
My new Yukon has "google built in" which I believe means google designed the interface. Has google app store and all that crap. Also apple car play. my phone automatically connects to carplay obviously. sometimes I'm listening to sirius xm while waiting in line at the car wash or something and grab my phone and fire up twitter or some other app. this immediately triggers it to switch from sirius to apple carplay like I'm trying to play sound from whatever app I'm on through my car speakers.

question: how the eff do I make that no?
I have the same problem.


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Post by: steve dave on December 21, 2021, 05:36:40 PM
find us a solution!
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Post by: Spracne on December 21, 2021, 05:48:45 PM
Sorry, still drive a 2008, suckers!
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Post by: pissclams on December 21, 2021, 06:07:31 PM
let me know how many ford points you get and when
@pissclams. Update: just got 220,000 more points.

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awesome
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Post by: Katpappy on December 21, 2021, 06:46:25 PM
find us a solution!

I too would like to know.  It fricked up my Taco Bell order when I was in drive-thru. 
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Post by: steve dave on December 21, 2021, 06:56:27 PM
find us a solution!

I too would like to know.  It fricked up my Taco Bell order when I was in drive-thru.
>:-(
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Post by: Katpappy on December 21, 2021, 07:00:11 PM
find us a solution!

I too would like to know.  It fricked up my Taco Bell order when I was in drive-thru.
>:-(

 :thumbsup:
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 21, 2021, 07:40:21 PM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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Post by: PandaXpanda on December 21, 2021, 07:49:08 PM
My new Yukon has "google built in" which I believe means google designed the interface. Has google app store and all that crap. Also apple car play. my phone automatically connects to carplay obviously. sometimes I'm listening to sirius xm while waiting in line at the car wash or something and grab my phone and fire up twitter or some other app. this immediately triggers it to switch from sirius to apple carplay like I'm trying to play sound from whatever app I'm on through my car speakers.

question: how the eff do I make that no?
Roll with it


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Post by: steve dave on December 21, 2021, 08:22:22 PM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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that's the best size to shop. there are very limited options in the jumbo entire baseball team infield and gear category that I was shopping in and it sucked. I really like the new jeep gc. I'd love a 4XE one.
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Post by: BW on December 21, 2021, 08:31:33 PM
My new Yukon has "google built in" which I believe means google designed the interface. Has google app store and all that crap. Also apple car play. my phone automatically connects to carplay obviously. sometimes I'm listening to sirius xm while waiting in line at the car wash or something and grab my phone and fire up twitter or some other app. this immediately triggers it to switch from sirius to apple carplay like I'm trying to play sound from whatever app I'm on through my car speakers.

question: how the eff do I make that no?
Similar issue with wireless Android Auto. In settings-phones, clicked off android auto. Only let phone connect via Bluetooth.

This is with a 21 Sierra
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Post by: steve dave on December 21, 2021, 08:33:15 PM
so if I want to use apple carplay it's just all or nothing?  :Yuck:
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Post by: OB_Won on December 22, 2021, 12:10:09 AM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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that's the best size to shop. there are very limited options in the jumbo entire baseball team infield and gear category that I was shopping in and it sucked. I really like the new jeep gc. I'd love a 4XE one.
We ended up going with an Expedition, but I was squarely on the fence with the Cadillac XT6 for quite awhile.
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Post by: sys on December 22, 2021, 03:16:24 AM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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if you aren't going to be offroad, i'm a fan of the hyundai/kia family.  they have hybrids in both their small midsize and big midsize that seem pretty nice.
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Post by: XocolateThundarr on December 22, 2021, 09:06:26 AM
so if I want to use apple carplay it's just all or nothing?  :Yuck:

I think that is the case.  However, I think if you disable the Autoplay videos function on your apps it may help.  I have noticed that the only time mine tries to switch over is when there is a video or audio that starts playing on the phone.  :dunno:
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Post by: steve dave on December 22, 2021, 09:35:52 AM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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if you aren't going to be offroad, i'm a fan of the hyundai/kia family.  they have hybrids in both their small midsize and big midsize that seem pretty nice.

IPA, what if you are going to be offroad though? YOU NEVER KNOW!
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Post by: pissclams on December 22, 2021, 09:45:45 AM
when car shopping I always assume red dawn isn’t just a movie
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Post by: ben ji on December 22, 2021, 11:15:23 AM
when car shopping I always assume red dawn isn’t just a movie
Red dawn is my favorite documentary
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 22, 2021, 11:27:53 AM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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if you aren't going to be offroad, i'm a fan of the hyundai/kia family.  they have hybrids in both their small midsize and big midsize that seem pretty nice.
Telluride is sweet. Might spend a little more than usual.

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Post by: Institutional Control on December 22, 2021, 01:11:51 PM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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if you aren't going to be offroad, i'm a fan of the hyundai/kia family.  they have hybrids in both their small midsize and big midsize that seem pretty nice.
Telluride is sweet. Might spend a little more than usual.

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My buddy has a Hyundai Palisades.  One of the nicest vehicles I've ridden in.
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Post by: ChiComCat on December 22, 2021, 01:39:20 PM
My wife and I were looking at both the Telluride and Palisade prior to covid but didn't have much of a need with us both working from home now.  When I was researching the Palisade, they said the leather starts to stink like rotting eggs after about a month.  I'd assume this is fixed now and only an issue in the first ones off the line, but would look into it before buying one.  It was bad enough that Hyundai put out a statement that they were researching a fix, but I don't really know how you fix something like that.
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Post by: Pete on December 22, 2021, 02:38:29 PM
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/13/hyundai-palisade-stink-fix/
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Post by: ChiComCat on December 22, 2021, 02:41:47 PM
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/13/hyundai-palisade-stink-fix/

Well if it's just the headrests, that's easy enough
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Post by: OB_Won on December 22, 2021, 09:43:03 PM
Smacked a buck with the Escape tonight. So, car shopping. Well SUV shopping. Nissan Rogue. Jeep Grand Cherokee. Cadillac XT5/6. Don't need a land yacht like Steve Dave. So many choices in the mid size game.

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if you aren't going to be offroad, i'm a fan of the hyundai/kia family.  they have hybrids in both their small midsize and big midsize that seem pretty nice.
Telluride is sweet. Might spend a little more than usual.

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They were suuuper hard to find in DFW when we car shopped last year. I really liked the blackout(?) edition, but hated the amber driving lights and the price was mid $50k+ for a KIA.
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Post by: Katpappy on December 22, 2021, 10:32:39 PM
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/13/hyundai-palisade-stink-fix/

That's gotta hurt sales!  :ROFL:
Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: Pete on December 23, 2021, 10:51:39 AM
https://www.autoblog.com/2020/11/13/hyundai-palisade-stink-fix/

That's gotta hurt sales!  :ROFL:

I'm sure it did! But, luckily they had the quick fix of just chucking head rests into the trash while you wait for a new one.  The Kia and Hyundai quality has really be impressive over the last decade though.  I'd definitely consider them if I were shopping.
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 23, 2021, 12:05:53 PM
Love the Palisade. Not so much the price.

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Post by: Pete on January 06, 2022, 11:56:30 AM
VW is supposed to finally announce the details of the production version of the electric bus in March.

https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/vw-id-buzz-electric-microbus-bus-march-reveal/

I really want one of these, and am going to get on whatever "list" they announce.  Armed with President Brandon's new nationwide socialist charging network, I will be able to cruise this bad boy to Northern MN to my preferred summer time location. I will virtue signal my rough ridin' ass off!
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Post by: Brock Landers on January 06, 2022, 12:02:51 PM
Love the Palisade. Not so much the price.

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Did you ever get yourself a new/newish ride?  How is the market?
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Post by: IPA4Me on January 06, 2022, 01:05:13 PM
Love the Palisade. Not so much the price.

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Did you ever get yourself a new/newish ride?  How is the market?
USAA decided to repair. $12K in damage on a car that books for $25K.
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Post by: IPA4Me on February 09, 2022, 05:53:30 AM
Does anyone here own a Tuscon or Santa Fe?

https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2022/02/08/business/hyundai-kia-fire-recall/index.html

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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: pissclams on February 13, 2022, 11:34:24 AM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
i thought my email said feb
as a day 1 reservation person i still expect to have mine in 3Q, thinking 2 door sasquatch badlands oxford white lux package but i seem to change my mind every day

well it’s been almost two years since I reserved this thing and since i was an early reservation holder who still is waiting, last thursday i got an email from ford offering me a bronco raptor allocation and that truck is so over the top ridiculous so of course I decided to take them up on it.
go cats on this rough ridin' tank.  taco bell drive through watch out.
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Post by: pissclams on February 13, 2022, 11:37:05 AM
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on February 13, 2022, 12:33:26 PM
That is freaking hot


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Post by: Institutional Control on February 13, 2022, 12:50:19 PM
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 19, 2022, 03:18:22 PM
Welp. Was hoping that this would be a school car for the kids but it looks like I’m in the market for a new vehicle. Stupid deer tried to kill me and and one of the kids last night. Thankfully, no one was hurt.

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Post by: Institutional Control on February 19, 2022, 03:48:29 PM
Oh wow. I’m assuming you weren’t hurt.


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Post by: Spracne on February 19, 2022, 03:50:46 PM
Oh wow. I’m assuming you weren’t hurt.


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No one was hurt, unless you're calling him a liar.

Did you get the deer's insurance info?
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Post by: Pete on February 19, 2022, 03:51:21 PM
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Holy crap, clams
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Post by: sys on February 19, 2022, 07:09:06 PM
kinda think the deer would disagree that no one was hurt.
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Post by: Sandstone Outcropping on February 19, 2022, 08:28:15 PM
Oh wow. I’m assuming you weren’t hurt.


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No one was hurt, unless you're calling him a liar.

Did you get the deer's insurance info?
He died in the ditch before I could get his insurance details. No humans were injured.
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Post by: XocolateThundarr on February 19, 2022, 09:44:03 PM
Oh wow. I’m assuming you weren’t hurt.


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No one was hurt, unless you're calling him a liar.

Did you get the deer's insurance info?
He died in the ditch before I could get his insurance details. No humans were injured.

Should've asked the cop to tag it for you and at least cut out the straps. 
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 25, 2022, 12:15:00 PM
At a Ford dealership right now and they’re not even putting the stickers in the windows of the Broncos and instead have a tag that says “no haggle price, $84,985”.  Man that’s crazy.


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Title: Re: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: ChiComCat on February 25, 2022, 01:00:19 PM
At a Ford dealership right now and they’re not even putting the stickers in the windows of the Broncos and instead have a tag that says “no haggle price, $84,985”.  Man that’s crazy.


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I heard a radio story saying that something like 80% of cars are going for above MSRP as opposed to 5% a year ago.  Good luck out there.
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Post by: steve dave on February 25, 2022, 01:02:43 PM
At a Ford dealership right now and they’re not even putting the stickers in the windows of the Broncos and instead have a tag that says “no haggle price, $84,985”.  Man that’s crazy.


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I heard a radio story saying that something like 80% of cars are going for above MSRP as opposed to 5% a year ago.  Good luck out there.

yeah, I actually feel relatively good about paying MSRP on my new sled
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Post by: Katpappy on February 26, 2022, 12:21:00 AM
Oh wow. I’m assuming you weren’t hurt.


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No one was hurt, unless you're calling him a liar.

Did you get the deer's insurance info?

 :lol:
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Post by: Katpappy on February 26, 2022, 12:24:57 AM
Cable Daimler in Linclon is knocking $10,000 off '22 limited Elevations.  :surprised:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2022, 11:05:56 AM
My 2014 Honda Accord is paid off next month and because I never drive anywhere (working remote FT), my trade in value would be $15,000 (Only has 80K miles on it).  :surprised: I mean.... no car payment vs a new shiny toy. My cheap ass will always go no car payment, but a boy can dream.
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Post by: mocat on March 23, 2022, 11:08:26 AM
the whole point of getting a honda accord is to have like 10 years of reliable car with no payments or repairs. congrats, clock starts next month
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on March 23, 2022, 11:09:23 AM
the whole point of getting a honda accord is to have like 10 years of reliable car with no payments or repairs. congrats, clock starts next month
:thumbs:
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Post by: FuzzyWuzzy on March 23, 2022, 01:50:18 PM
I have a 2015 Mazda 3 with 60,000 miles(I don't drive that much compared to many people) that I bought new and will drive for at least 3 more years. outside of standard oil changes/maintenance i've spent somewhere between $1k-2k on repairs. 

All in, including financing, I probably spent $25,000 on this car in the last 8 years and by the time I move on to the next car the 'monthly' cost will be down around $200/month over the lifetime of the car. Even lower if I sell or trade it in at that time. Before the Mazda, I drove a 1998 Ford Escort for about 9 years.

Next car will probably be a bigger car(i'm tall), but I personally hate the idea of spending a larger chunk of my paycheck on cars. I want my car to be comfortable and reliable, but otherwise view it as a tool or a means to an end
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Post by: steve dave on March 26, 2022, 03:24:52 PM
I got curb rash on my passenger side front wheel. pulled up next to a house and the curb turned into a gutter and just scraped the crap out of it :blindfold:

I assume my spare tire isn't a 22" baller rim like my front one. If it's not I've got to get it fixed. Not sure what kind of cost I'm looking at there. infuriating, 2,500 miles and I feel like I'm driving a beat up POS.
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Post by: Spracne on March 26, 2022, 03:28:41 PM
I got curb rash on my passenger side front wheel. pulled up next to a house and the curb turned into a gutter and just scraped the crap out of it :blindfold:

I assume my spare tire isn't a 22" baller rim like my front one. If it's not I've got to get it fixed. Not sure what kind of cost I'm looking at there. infuriating, 2,500 miles and I feel like I'm driving a beat up POS.

God. That's really embarrassing. I hope you're not still driving that jalopy around where people might recognize you?
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Post by: steve dave on March 26, 2022, 03:31:20 PM
I got curb rash on my passenger side front wheel. pulled up next to a house and the curb turned into a gutter and just scraped the crap out of it :blindfold:

I assume my spare tire isn't a 22" baller rim like my front one. If it's not I've got to get it fixed. Not sure what kind of cost I'm looking at there. infuriating, 2,500 miles and I feel like I'm driving a beat up POS.

God. That's really embarrassing. I hope you're not still driving that jalopy around where people might recognize you?

I LIVE IN THE OMAHA SUBURBS AND DON'T LEAVE THEM. EVERYONE RECOGNIZES ME!  :don'tcare:
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Post by: Spracne on March 26, 2022, 03:33:56 PM
I got curb rash on my passenger side front wheel. pulled up next to a house and the curb turned into a gutter and just scraped the crap out of it :blindfold:

I assume my spare tire isn't a 22" baller rim like my front one. If it's not I've got to get it fixed. Not sure what kind of cost I'm looking at there. infuriating, 2,500 miles and I feel like I'm driving a beat up POS.

God. That's really embarrassing. I hope you're not still driving that jalopy around where people might recognize you?

I LIVE IN THE OMAHA SUBURBS AND DON'T LEAVE THEM. EVERYONE RECOGNIZES ME!  :don'tcare:

Get on Turo immediately and rent a luxury vehicle until that abomination can be cleansed.
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Post by: j-dub on March 26, 2022, 08:13:47 PM
I keep getting trade-in offers from the dealer where we bought our ‘19 CR-V.  They’re offering to buy it back for $2K above what we paid originally, and exchange it for  a ‘22 CR-V at msrp. I’m about to pull the trigger
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Post by: tdaver on March 26, 2022, 09:15:56 PM
Get on Turo immediately and rent a luxury vehicle until that abomination can be cleansed.

I was just looking at Turo for the first time.  Recommended?  Pro tips?
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Post by: Spracne on March 26, 2022, 09:19:23 PM
Get on Turo immediately and rent a luxury vehicle until that abomination can be cleansed.

I was just looking at Turo for the first time.  Recommended?  Pro tips?

It's just AirBNB, but for cars. So, yes I do recommend. Pro tips? Like I said, it's like AirBNB. Communicate with the car owner about how/when/where you need to pick up the car.
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Post by: KST8FAN on April 02, 2022, 07:58:07 PM
Nothing cosmetic to report, but the 80 is running thanks to the finest shade tree ford mechanic in JoCo.  Now working on brakes so we can take it for a drive.

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on April 03, 2022, 05:12:18 PM
 :emawkid:
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Post by: ben ji on April 03, 2022, 06:27:32 PM
Nice work tom!
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 02, 2022, 09:47:03 AM
Something crawled up into my car and died this past week. It's the most ratchet smell of all time. I can't find it anywhere. Do you take your car in to get it snaked out by a mechanic?
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Post by: Skipper44 on May 02, 2022, 10:02:41 AM
start with a new cabin filter and try and vacuum out what you can of the duct work when the you  have the old filter out
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UFybPP9t_8k
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 02, 2022, 10:06:17 AM
 :thumbs: OMG, That's the exact model of car I have!
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 03, 2022, 02:04:29 PM
start with a new cabin filter and try and vacuum out what you can of the duct work when the you  have the old filter out
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=UFybPP9t_8k
You nailed this. Dead mouse behind the air filter.  :lol: It was disgusting, but you saved me a lot of $. Thank you!
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Post by: steve dave on May 03, 2022, 02:35:43 PM
wacky, with all due respect, wtf lmao
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 03, 2022, 02:52:26 PM
I move that car maybe 1 time a week. lol. I think it had been two weeks since I touched it last. It smells so bad. :lol:
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Post by: star seed 7 on May 03, 2022, 08:31:38 PM
 :lol:  good job on taking care of it though
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 03, 2022, 09:32:07 PM
We found a baby in there tonight too.  :frown: Had to bomb the car when we added the new filter. Might be time to move that car more moving forward. :ROFL:
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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 04, 2022, 01:39:37 PM
How? My car has been parked in a garage in Lenexa. How does this happen? They invaded my car.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220504/79b45997968344a0abd05f7afb1cc5a8.jpeg)


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Post by: sys on May 04, 2022, 06:50:11 PM
man, that's really sad.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on May 04, 2022, 07:14:57 PM
Sounds like you need sys to get you a lead on a snake


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Post by: 420seriouscat69 on May 04, 2022, 07:16:08 PM
Just throw a bunch of snakes in the car. I love it!
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Post by: Spracne on May 04, 2022, 07:24:53 PM
Just get a marmot, dude.
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Post by: Cartierfor3 on August 22, 2022, 01:27:02 PM
retiring my 2004 camry.  :bawl:

over 270,000 miles, but just too many costly repairs to make it worth it anymore.

I am gonna buy something just for me and I don't really give a crap about cars other than will it get me to my destination. what should I buy?
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2022, 01:48:49 PM
retiring my 2004 camry.  :bawl:

over 270,000 miles, but just too many costly repairs to make it worth it anymore.

I am gonna buy something just for me and I don't really give a crap about cars other than will it get me to my destination. what should I buy?

2022 Yukon Denali
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Post by: steve dave on August 22, 2022, 01:50:47 PM
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speaking off this thing is getting its first oil change friday.
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Post by: Cartierfor3 on August 22, 2022, 02:43:40 PM
cool. what if i don't want to spend $50,000
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 22, 2022, 03:00:08 PM
cool. what if i don't want to spend $50,000

You only buying half the Denali?
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Post by: wetwillie on August 22, 2022, 03:12:39 PM
:lol:
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Post by: passranch on August 22, 2022, 05:17:34 PM
retiring my 2004 camry.  :bawl:

over 270,000 miles, but just too many costly repairs to make it worth it anymore.

I am gonna buy something just for me and I don't really give a crap about cars other than will it get me to my destination. what should I buy?

Probably a Camry.
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Post by: Pete on August 22, 2022, 08:01:20 PM
An older Civic or Corolla is probably the best bet for low cost, high reliability.
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Post by: pissclams on August 22, 2022, 08:26:18 PM
the lucid air grand touring is right up your alley
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Post by: ben ji on August 22, 2022, 10:14:42 PM
My retired mom has an 06ish Camry that has 270,000ish miles on it and some random cosmetic things are adding up (part of lower front bumper held on with a zip tie from hitting a parking stop, random interior wear and tear etc)

They are just fine financially so I asked her why she doesn't just get a new one... apparently her "engine got recalled at 100k miles so technically only has 170k miles on the engine so it's basically new"

So yeah, just get another Camry.

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Post by: ben ji on August 25, 2022, 07:25:12 PM
Got a car question for any motor heads out here on gE.

I've bought an 06 Rav4 a couple of years ago that now has 180k on it that I use as my cat ranch/vision question vehicle. Worked fine and drove it 2000 miles this July when I was out vision questing. A couple of weeks ago I was going to take it out the the farm but right when I was about the leave the car wouldn't start, didnt even try and turn over. I had driven it maybe once in the last month and it had the same battery as when I bought it so I replaced the battery and it started right up.

I made it out to Hays with no issues where I stopped to get gas, started fine after that but when I rolled into the Wendy's drive through next door my battery light came on. As I was pulling out my dashboard lit up like a christmas tree and I lost power steering etc, was able to park it in the wendy's parking lot. Wouldnt start and barely tried to turn over. I disconnected the battery cables/put them back on but same thing.

Called a tow truck since I figured it was a big issue, they tested the battery etc, said it was fine and gave me a jump start. I drove back to KC with no issues and it has been starting fine ever since. I took it up to my local O'Reillys where they ran the tests on my starter/alternator/etc and everything came back fine.

Any ideas on what the issue is/was? I'm assuming it has to be the alternator but it tested out fine at O'Reillys and the car has been running good for the past 2 weeks. pls help me
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Post by: mocat on August 25, 2022, 07:32:50 PM
I still think it's the alternator, they can fool the tests
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Post by: Pete on August 25, 2022, 08:30:05 PM
I’d bet anything that it’s the alternator
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Post by: Tobias on August 25, 2022, 08:31:28 PM
alternator
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Post by: Spracne on August 25, 2022, 08:32:58 PM
This motorhead recommends checking out the alternator as your first move.
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Post by: Trim on August 25, 2022, 08:33:32 PM
Alternat’r.
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Post by: OB_Won on August 25, 2022, 08:37:15 PM
The tow truck tested battery and it was fine? I had similar issues once when my battery cables had a crack in the clamp and it wasnt always making good connection. Maybe try cleaning the connections, applying dielectric grease, checking integrity and tightening clamps? Might be worth a shot before buying an alternator.
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 25, 2022, 09:59:52 PM
I'd give the alternator a closer look  :th_twocents:
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Post by: Cartierfor3 on August 25, 2022, 10:04:13 PM
Went ahead and bought a Camry (again). With what's going on in the CF3 family it didn't make sense to buy an SUV or something more expensive.
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Post by: IPA4Me on August 26, 2022, 04:18:33 AM
Got a car question for any motor heads out here on gE.

I've bought an 06 Rav4 a couple of years ago that now has 180k on it that I use as my cat ranch/vision question vehicle. Worked fine and drove it 2000 miles this July when I was out vision questing. A couple of weeks ago I was going to take it out the the farm but right when I was about the leave the car wouldn't start, didnt even try and turn over. I had driven it maybe once in the last month and it had the same battery as when I bought it so I replaced the battery and it started right up.

I made it out to Hays with no issues where I stopped to get gas, started fine after that but when I rolled into the Wendy's drive through next door my battery light came on. As I was pulling out my dashboard lit up like a christmas tree and I lost power steering etc, was able to park it in the wendy's parking lot. Wouldnt start and barely tried to turn over. I disconnected the battery cables/put them back on but same thing.

Called a tow truck since I figured it was a big issue, they tested the battery etc, said it was fine and gave me a jump start. I drove back to KC with no issues and it has been starting fine ever since. I took it up to my local O'Reillys where they ran the tests on my starter/alternator/etc and everything came back fine.

Any ideas on what the issue is/was? I'm assuming it has to be the alternator but it tested out fine at O'Reillys and the car has been running good for the past 2 weeks. pls help me
Replace the cables

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Post by: michigancat on August 26, 2022, 06:25:41 AM
Went ahead and bought a Camry (again). With what's going on in the CF3 family it didn't make sense to buy an SUV or something more expensive.
That was quick. I was going to suggest a Nissan Leaf if this was a second car
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Post by: pissclams on August 26, 2022, 08:10:24 AM
of course you were
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on August 26, 2022, 10:42:05 AM
Went ahead and bought a Camry (again). With what's going on in the CF3 family it didn't make sense to buy an SUV or something more expensive.
That was quick. I was going to suggest a Nissan Leaf if this was a second car
You should make like a tree
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Post by: star seed 7 on August 26, 2022, 10:45:33 AM
Went ahead and bought a Camry (again). With what's going on in the CF3 family it didn't make sense to buy an SUV or something more expensive.
That was quick. I was going to suggest a Nissan Leaf if this was a second car
You should make like a tree

And get the eff outta here!
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Post by: pissclams on August 26, 2022, 11:23:36 AM
surprised he didn’t just suggest the BART   :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post by: passranch on August 29, 2022, 06:10:08 PM
retiring my 2004 camry.  :bawl:

over 270,000 miles, but just too many costly repairs to make it worth it anymore.

I am gonna buy something just for me and I don't really give a crap about cars other than will it get me to my destination. what should I buy?

Probably a Camry.

Went ahead and bought a Camry (again). With what's going on in the CF3 family it didn't make sense to buy an SUV or something more expensive.

You're welcome.
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Post by: sys on August 29, 2022, 11:30:05 PM
add another vote for cables/connections over alternator.
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Post by: _33 on August 30, 2022, 08:19:55 AM
Use some baking soda/water and scrub your terminals/cables.  I had some buildup once that caused similar problems.
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Post by: michigancat on August 30, 2022, 08:30:33 AM
Use some baking soda/water and scrub your terminals/cables.  I had some buildup once that caused similar problems.

I don't think it's cables because it was still turning over but slowly. A bad connection would make it go completely dead wouldn't it? :dunno:
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Post by: steve dave on August 30, 2022, 08:42:55 AM
We should probably put knowing about fixing cars on the actual list of things gE sucks crap at giving advice about.


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Post by: steve dave on August 30, 2022, 08:43:42 AM
Alternatively we could recruit an auto technician that’s funny AF and may like KSU (not required).


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Post by: michigancat on August 30, 2022, 09:01:15 AM
We should probably put knowing about fixing cars on the actual list of things gE sucks crap at giving advice about.


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I am basing my advice on the fact that I replaced my battery THIS VERY WEEKEND. The only time the car had been moved in the last two weeks was to change the side of the street for street cleaning and I was going to move it again and it was completely dead. Battery was kinda old and we had a dead battery not too long ago so I thought I'd just get a new one. Swapped it out and THE NEW ONE ALSO DIDN'T WORK. Like didn't click or anything. Did some "investigation" and saw one of the terminals was caked with that gunky powdery crap. So I kind of beat the crap out of it and scraped it off with pliers (no brush, wrong size wrenches) and then that baby runs like a dream.

But when it didn't work, it wasn't like "oh, it's so hard to start", it was just a click and completely off when the starter kicked in.
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Post by: OK_Cat on August 30, 2022, 09:01:20 AM
SteveDave, I’ve never met an auto technician that is funny AF. Just in my own IMO though.


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Post by: Pete on August 30, 2022, 10:55:11 AM
SteveDave, I’ve never met an auto technician that is funny AF. Just in my own IMO though.


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Click and Clack?!?!?!?
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Post by: ChiComCat on August 30, 2022, 11:20:32 AM
SteveDave, I’ve never met an auto technician that is funny AF. Just in my own IMO though.


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Click and Clack?!?!?!?

At the very least, they found each other funny AF
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Post by: _33 on August 30, 2022, 11:34:07 AM
Use some baking soda/water and scrub your terminals/cables.  I had some buildup once that caused similar problems.

I don't think it's cables because it was still turning over but slowly. A bad connection would make it go completely dead wouldn't it? :dunno:

I don't know. I finally work up the courage to make a car repair related post and I get questioned immediately.  NEVER AGAIN.
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Post by: Institutional Control on September 01, 2022, 03:17:27 PM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
i thought my email said feb
as a day 1 reservation person i still expect to have mine in 3Q, thinking 2 door sasquatch badlands oxford white lux package but i seem to change my mind every day

well it’s been almost two years since I reserved this thing and since i was an early reservation holder who still is waiting, last thursday i got an email from ford offering me a bronco raptor allocation and that truck is so over the top ridiculous so of course I decided to take them up on it.
go cats on this rough ridin' tank.  taco bell drive through watch out.
Clams, any update to the Bronco Raptor?


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Post by: IPA4Me on September 01, 2022, 07:33:42 PM
Did you replace the cables yet?

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Post by: ben ji on September 01, 2022, 07:42:02 PM
Did you replace the cables yet?

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Nah, but I will probably give the connectors a good clean since that seems like a good idea. Drove my newish Rav4 out to the cat ranch to blast doves and watch CFB all weekend.
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Post by: Pete on September 02, 2022, 08:48:42 AM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
i thought my email said feb
as a day 1 reservation person i still expect to have mine in 3Q, thinking 2 door sasquatch badlands oxford white lux package but i seem to change my mind every day

well it’s been almost two years since I reserved this thing and since i was an early reservation holder who still is waiting, last thursday i got an email from ford offering me a bronco raptor allocation and that truck is so over the top ridiculous so of course I decided to take them up on it.
go cats on this rough ridin' tank.  taco bell drive through watch out.
Clams, any update to the Bronco Raptor?


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I am rooting for him to just ditch it and save the cash.
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Post by: pissclams on September 03, 2022, 03:56:46 PM
I reserved a Bronco last week.


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i reserved mine on the day they were announced and hope I take delivery in 2021.  heard recently they were up to 170k reservations, not all of which will turn into actual orders but I would definitely expect your order to be built in 2022.

Any update on your reservation, clams?  I got an email this week saying that it would be May before I can come into the dealership to finalize my order.
i thought my email said feb
as a day 1 reservation person i still expect to have mine in 3Q, thinking 2 door sasquatch badlands oxford white lux package but i seem to change my mind every day

well it’s been almost two years since I reserved this thing and since i was an early reservation holder who still is waiting, last thursday i got an email from ford offering me a bronco raptor allocation and that truck is so over the top ridiculous so of course I decided to take them up on it.
go cats on this rough ridin' tank.  taco bell drive through watch out.
Clams, any update to the Bronco Raptor?


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still waiting!  i do know i’m pushed to my24, which is fine.  i’d rather have a my24 produced in november versus a my 23 produced in october.

i also have the first allocation of the newly redesigned 2024 m2
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Post by: mocat on September 10, 2022, 12:35:17 PM
no surprise kurt warner is a honda odyssey guy

https://twitter.com/kurt13warner/status/1568614811537182721?t=z9iNxqqnWdi2HH3ASa8jVw&s=19
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Post by: DreamWeaver69 on September 10, 2022, 12:59:46 PM
It's efficient, Mocat!
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Post by: star seed 7 on September 10, 2022, 01:07:38 PM
He's so EMAW
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Post by: DreamWeaver69 on October 06, 2022, 09:54:07 AM
I just paid off my 2014 Honda Accord and it only has 78,000 miles on it. Don't tell me dreams don't come true. :lol:
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Post by: mocat on October 06, 2022, 09:56:38 AM
that is like 4000 miles in honda years
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Post by: DreamWeaver69 on October 06, 2022, 09:59:00 AM
 :love:
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Post by: kstate4life on October 06, 2022, 10:03:49 AM
I just paid off my 2014 Honda Accord and it only has 78,000 miles on it. Don't tell me dreams don't come true. :lol:

That is a great feeling!  Take the extra monthly monies to the gambling thread!
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Post by: DreamWeaver69 on October 06, 2022, 10:07:51 AM
 :cheers: I'll probably take it to the traveling thread. I've got Napa, Savannah, and San Diego coming up in the next 4 months!
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Post by: Pete on October 06, 2022, 12:25:57 PM
I just paid off my 2014 Honda Accord and it only has 78,000 miles on it. Don't tell me dreams don't come true. :lol:

That is a great feeling!  Take the extra monthly monies to the gambling thread!
Yep, drive that rough rider forever
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Post by: star seed 7 on October 06, 2022, 12:28:28 PM
My 2014 has 142k  :curse:
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Post by: Spracne on October 06, 2022, 01:32:31 PM
My 2008 Honda has fewer than 80,000 miles on it, and I bought it for $1 many years ago  :gocho:
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Post by: nicname on November 07, 2022, 04:32:34 PM
You can have this absolute pussy wagon for the price of a SCK starter home.


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Post by: nicname on November 07, 2022, 04:32:58 PM
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This one


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Post by: Spracne on November 07, 2022, 06:25:56 PM
Whoa, we bringin' back wood panelling?!
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Post by: nicname on November 07, 2022, 06:38:46 PM
Whoa, we bringin' back wood panelling?!
Aftermarket mod. It’s beautiful.


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Post by: OB_Won on November 07, 2022, 10:11:20 PM
Whoa, we bringin' back wood panelling?!
We talking about wood in here?
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Post by: Institutional Control on November 08, 2022, 09:12:49 AM
I would only want wood paneling if it was real wood.
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Post by: Rage Against the McKee on November 08, 2022, 09:19:22 AM
Yeah, and why stop at paneling? I want an all-wood steampunk car.
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Post by: DreamWeaver69 on November 09, 2022, 01:44:20 PM
I just paid off my 2014 Honda Accord and it only has 78,000 miles on it. Don't tell me dreams don't come true. :lol:
I just got my title yesterday.  :love: I forget these things were even a thing.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on November 09, 2022, 01:53:54 PM
I bought an 04 Nissan Frontier to flip because I bought it for so cheap but have been driving it daily.. wasn't even going to register it but I did :Ugh:
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Post by: steve dave on May 24, 2023, 09:26:45 PM
folks, I could really easily blow $500k

https://build.gatewaybronco.com/
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 25, 2023, 08:58:14 AM
My 2009 F-150 is sitting at 179k miles and had the top end re done at 100k. Someone shoot me an offer.

Nah but in all seriousness looking at getting a new car in October around my birthday or around Christmas. I will be a first-time newish car buyer so I am assuming its better to go to the bank get a loan than it is to do the financing jazz thru the dealer. I put a ton of miles on my car. Like close to 1500-2k a month. Looking at subaru outback with wilderness trim package.
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Post by: steve dave on May 25, 2023, 09:11:41 AM
Car financing is rough right now. Rates are very high. If manufacturers are running financing specials to move stock it’ll for sure be your best bet.


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Post by: ben ji on May 25, 2023, 09:32:57 AM
Go to your bank and get approved for a loan at X percent. When you buy your car at the dealership tell them you are approved for X percent and if they can beat it you will listen to them....but in general dont get your loan from the dealership unless the automaker is running some stupid low interest rate promo.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 25, 2023, 09:36:38 AM
Car financing is rough right now. Rates are very high. If manufacturers are running financing specials to move stock it’ll for sure be your best bet.


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Also with financing isn't there like a mileage limit? Seems stupid.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 25, 2023, 09:39:12 AM
Go to your bank and get approved for a loan at X percent. When you buy your car at the dealership tell them you are approved for X percent and if they can beat it you will listen to them....but in general dont get your loan from the dealership unless the automaker is running some stupid low interest rate promo.
Car rates suck rn. I hope it kinda flattens out by the EOY
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Post by: XocolateThundarr on May 25, 2023, 09:40:30 AM
They really hate it when you come to the table with cash for a vehicle and aren't trading anything in.  At that point, they can't play their stupid games with trade value, monthly payment, etc.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 25, 2023, 09:43:42 AM
They really hate it when you come to the table with cash for a vehicle and aren't trading anything in.  At that point, they can't play their stupid games with trade value, monthly payment, etc.
Hoping to have about 10k cash for a down payment and will trade the truck in or sell it when it comes time. Truck is kelly blue booked at like 9k with all the options and the engine it has. Just looking for something I can drive but still have enough room to camp out of that gets better-ish gas mileage. Truck gets 15.2 per tank rn according to the dash.
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Post by: steve dave on May 25, 2023, 09:51:55 AM
Go to your bank and get approved for a loan at X percent. When you buy your car at the dealership tell them you are approved for X percent and if they can beat it you will listen to them....but in general dont get your loan from the dealership unless the automaker is running some stupid low interest rate promo.
Most dealers will shop that loan at a ton of banks, not just through the manufacturer financing. It’s fine to get a loan offer ahead of time but it generally won’t be less than what you can get at the dealership. Some credit unions maybe.


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Post by: steve dave on May 25, 2023, 09:53:13 AM
They really hate it when you come to the table with cash for a vehicle and aren't trading anything in.  At that point, they can't play their stupid games with trade value, monthly payment, etc.
They hate it because they make money and are incentivized to find financing for you and will make money on the trade. They don’t really make money selling a new car to you.


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Post by: sys on May 25, 2023, 11:33:50 AM
They hate it because they make money and are incentivized to find financing for you and will make money on the trade.

yep.  they get a kickback from the financing company, so you have the best chance of getting a good price if you take their financing.

personally, i've found that manufacturers' financing rates are generally better than banks, but even if you think you're going to get a better rate from a bank, you maximize your negotiating leverage if you take the dealership financing up front and then later pay it off with a loan from a bank.


if you haven't bought a car from a dealership before, the end of month effect is real.  know what you want to pay and go in on the next to last or last day of the month and tell them your price.  the first dealership might not take it, but someone will.  can also do it all by email.
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Post by: Katpappy on May 25, 2023, 07:57:54 PM
I was getting ready to post basically what sys did, but for the very best deal wait until late December up to the first week in January.  They will give you a deal because they want to reduce inventory for tax purposes and if you shop around even if it's for the same make and model you will be thousands ahead.  I have been doing this for over fifty years, son.  Best of luck.
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Post by: steve dave on May 25, 2023, 08:02:15 PM
katdaddy, you're the best irl
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on May 26, 2023, 10:49:28 AM
I appreciate all of the advice, this is simply why goEMAW is best in the biz.  :love:
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Post by: michigancat on July 14, 2023, 09:57:16 AM
LMAO at all of these

https://www.instagram.com/p/CurmdxHud2F/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2023, 11:14:01 AM
LMAO at all of these

https://www.instagram.com/p/CurmdxHud2F/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
lmao


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Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 14, 2023, 01:45:45 PM
Have a 2012 Acura TSX with 150k miles. Radio hasn't worked in 2 years. Probably should get something different. No idea what to get. Another sedan? small SUV? nothing looks great.
Wife has a mid sized SUV so we are pretty much covered there.
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Post by: Spracne on July 14, 2023, 01:48:37 PM
Have a 2012 Acura TSX with 150k miles. Radio hasn't worked in 2 years. Probably should get something different. No idea what to get. Another sedan? small SUV? nothing looks great.
Wife has a mid sized SUV so we are pretty much covered there.

Have you considered getting the radio fixed or replaced?
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Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 14, 2023, 01:52:39 PM
Have a 2012 Acura TSX with 150k miles. Radio hasn't worked in 2 years. Probably should get something different. No idea what to get. Another sedan? small SUV? nothing looks great.
Wife has a mid sized SUV so we are pretty much covered there.

Have you considered getting the radio fixed or replaced?

briefly, but I like the idea of something different
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2023, 02:04:59 PM
Get a Bluetooth speaker imo


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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 14, 2023, 02:05:08 PM
I bet it's a 50 cent fuse.. and then on those hondas/acuras I think you need a 4 digit pin to reset the radio
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Post by: CNS on July 14, 2023, 02:21:15 PM
That is pretty much exactly why Dr Dre invented Apple iPods. 
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Post by: WillieWatanabe on July 14, 2023, 04:54:11 PM
Get a Bluetooth speaker imo

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Been doing this the whole time. Works pretty well when I just listen to podcasts on my commute.

I bet it's a 50 cent fuse.. and then on those hondas/acuras I think you need a 4 digit pin to reset the radio

Backstory:
Replaced battery. Radio needed a unique code to become active again. Couldn't find code anywhere. Called Acura, they gave me the "correct" one. Didn't work. Took it to dealership, they couldn't get it to work. Was told my system "was fried" and it's "pretty rare". Was told to just go aftermarket due to cost of replacing in through Acura (never got an exact cost). Since my system had the tech package, lot of after market sites claimed my car wasn't compatible for a system(idk if that's true, not my thing). Bought a used OEM radio off ebay. Installed it. Called Acura to get the code. Code didn't work. This is where I gave up. I probably need to take it back to the dealership one more time, but i got lazy.
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Post by: CNS on July 14, 2023, 05:35:19 PM
In my experience, crutchfield is the best place to check for compatibility. They will also give you heads up on special tools, sell those tools to you cheaply, and have great help manual and vids to make something daunting pretty easy. I would check them before you buy a car because radio, unless you just want a new ride.
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Post by: michigancat on July 14, 2023, 05:42:37 PM
I've thought about retrofitting the old Subaru with an Android auto deck. Maybe add a backup camera? Anyone done something like this?
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Post by: michigancat on July 14, 2023, 05:43:23 PM
Fun fact about me, I've never owned a car with a backup camera (too poor) unless you count my wife's leaf that we sold when we left California
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2023, 06:53:25 PM
Fun fact about me, I've never owned a car with a backup camera (too poor) unless you count my wife's leaf that we sold when we left California
Incred Michigancat post here folks


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Post by: Spracne on July 14, 2023, 08:01:49 PM
I've never owned a car with a backup camera, unless you count the lefty virtue-signaling EV I did own but sold because I walk and/or take public transpo everywhere as a responsible earth citizen (except when I have to move our 1 vehicle each week for street sweeping; then, all bets are off).
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Post by: michigancat on July 14, 2023, 09:01:04 PM
I've never owned a car with a backup camera, unless you count the lefty virtue-signaling EV I did own but sold because I walk and/or take public transpo everywhere as a responsible earth citizen (except when I have to move our 1 vehicle each week for street sweeping; then, all bets are off).

It was my wife's car you dang Texan

I also take citibike a lot
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 14, 2023, 09:32:57 PM
It is legit wild to me how much more safe it is to back up with a camera. great saftey invention.
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 14, 2023, 09:37:37 PM
It is legit wild to me how much more safe it is to back up with a camera. great saftey invention.
I’m not sure how I ever survived without one. When I drive cars(not mine) that don’t have a backup camera I am like wtf even is this
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Post by: Kat Kid on July 14, 2023, 09:41:53 PM
It is legit wild to me how much more safe it is to back up with a camera. great saftey invention.
I’m not sure how I ever survived without one. When I drive cars(not mine) that don’t have a backup camera I am like wtf even is this

personally I have:

-had someone back in to me in a car in a parking lot
-backed up in to my mom's car when she parked behind me in my driveway and I didn't notice
-spent hours of my life waiting for people on Moro to finish their prayers as they back up and then leave half their ass in the road and decide if the person behind them wants the spot (much improved by the camera/proximity beep)
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2023, 10:16:04 PM
probably a farm thread cross post but I can back a truck WITH A TRAILER at probably 40 mph for as long and as accurately as you need me to. we are built differently.
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Post by: steve dave on July 14, 2023, 10:17:28 PM
ANOTHER BRAG: I can slowly back a double trailer (tractor, implement, anhydrous tank) reliably. This is an impossible task for 99.99999% of human beings.
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Post by: michigancat on July 14, 2023, 10:34:27 PM
Have you seen my parallel parking photos?

NO rough ridin' BACKUP CAMERA
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Post by: star seed 7 on July 14, 2023, 10:45:50 PM
I can't do it at 40 but I have impressed myself with the tight spaces I have backed trailers in to
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Post by: sys on July 15, 2023, 03:48:14 PM
i had a car once that the transmission or some part important for shifting the gears or whatever got mumped and it wouldn't work in any of the forward gears but still worked in reverse so i drove it like 15 miles in reverse to a mechanic.
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Post by: Pete on July 15, 2023, 09:49:12 PM
I cannot backup trailer for crap, but I am getting better.  Backup camera on my Ridgeline has fancy angles and it makes backing up super easy, and has the warning lights and beeps when a car is coming.  Very very handy.
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Post by: Dugout DickStone on July 16, 2023, 08:43:30 AM
alternator ate crap in the friday rain, in the drive through at a mcdonalds, with my entire brood of young girls.

THAT SUCKED BIGTIME.

dropped $900 at burnetts.  woof
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Post by: Spracne on July 16, 2023, 12:21:24 PM
alternator ate crap in the friday rain, in the drive through at a mcdonalds, with my entire brood of young girls.

THAT SUCKED BIGTIME.

dropped $900 at burnetts.  woof

Maybe time to sell the '89 Trans Am?
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Post by: Pete on July 16, 2023, 01:46:30 PM
alternator ate crap in the friday rain, in the drive through at a mcdonalds, with my entire brood of young girls.

THAT SUCKED BIGTIME.

dropped $900 at burnetts.  woof

Maybe time to sell the '89 Trans Am?
Tough to give it up. Way more seating than a Vette.
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on July 17, 2023, 08:50:37 AM
The most impressive is how well you can backup a short tongue trailer. That is the true test
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Post by: ChiComCat on July 17, 2023, 04:42:37 PM
Have you seen my parallel parking photos?

NO rough ridin' BACKUP CAMERA

That doesn't move the needle for me.  It's impossible to begin with.  It really can't be more impossible.
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Post by: mocat on July 17, 2023, 05:09:45 PM
yeah you don't need a camera if you're gonna nudge the car behind you anyway
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Post by: michigancat on July 17, 2023, 05:42:59 PM
I think it could help with your angles and knowing how close you are to the curb
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Post by: steve dave on July 17, 2023, 05:43:51 PM
I think it could help with your angles and knowing how close you are to the curb

you'd just ram it anyway
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Post by: pissclams on July 17, 2023, 10:09:18 PM
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it’s exceeded my expectations
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Post by: pissclams on July 17, 2023, 10:11:07 PM
from the front with the top on

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Post by: nicname on July 17, 2023, 10:17:35 PM
probably a farm thread cross post but I can back a truck WITH A TRAILER at probably 40 mph for as long and as accurately as you need me to. we are built differently.

Sd totally emasculating many of us w this post. It’s a line of demarcation in manliness I’ve yet to cross. And he’s in here backing up double trailers as well.
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Post by: Spracne on July 17, 2023, 10:28:30 PM
from the front with the top on

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That bitch better be off on Friday.
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Post by: pissclams on July 17, 2023, 10:45:52 PM
i can’t take it off by myself
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Post by: Spracne on July 17, 2023, 10:59:14 PM
i can’t take it off by myself

Well, not with that attitude.
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Post by: Pete on July 17, 2023, 11:35:51 PM
That is one hell of a bronco
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Post by: DaBigTrain on July 18, 2023, 06:33:36 AM
You’re gonna pick up so many chicks in that thing
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Post by: XocolateThundarr on August 25, 2023, 10:11:06 PM
Bought a Bronco Sport today for my daughter to replace her 2006 Crown Vic police car and give her something reliable to drive to college next year.  Seemed like a nice little ride when I test drove it.
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Post by: steve dave on August 25, 2023, 10:28:21 PM
guys, I'm not a truck nuts guy (OR AM I) but those hummer EVs are so rough ridin' cool. was at a dealership today that had one and I was pretty...pretty horny for it.
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Post by: steve dave on August 25, 2023, 10:29:05 PM
 :lightsaber:
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Post by: Pete on August 26, 2023, 01:19:37 AM
That Rivian truck is a doozy
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Post by: Pete on September 25, 2023, 11:39:54 AM
Guys, I need a mechanic recommendation for Joco for Toyotas.  My son just inherited my dad’s old 2002 Tacoma and I want to get this sucker worked over a bit. Nothing major, just hilarious things my dad was too cheap to fix (e.g. dash speedometer light bulb, he would just turn on the dome light to check his speed at night)
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on September 25, 2023, 12:49:39 PM
Have an appointment Wednesday evening to go test drive a new whip. Those whips being a 2023 Honda Accord and a 2024 Honda Accord.
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Post by: Pete on September 25, 2023, 12:51:44 PM
I like those!
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on September 25, 2023, 01:01:47 PM
Have an appointment Wednesday evening to go test drive a new whip. Those whips being a 2023 Honda Accord and a 2024 Honda Accord.
Pro tip: Drive it Wednesday DO NOT buy it Wednesday. Wait until Friday or if they are open Saturday to buy it.
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Post by: Katpappy on September 26, 2023, 09:33:57 AM
I was getting ready to post basically what sys did, but for the very best deal wait until late December up to the first week in January.  They will give you a deal because they want to reduce inventory for tax purposes and if you shop around even if it's for the same make and model you will be thousands ahead.  I have been doing this for over fifty years, son.  Best of luck.

Hope this helps, Greg.

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Post by: KST8FAN on December 07, 2023, 07:47:34 AM
Progress is slow, but it's running now.  Removed the side steps and installed new tailgate.


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Post by: yoga-like_abana on December 07, 2023, 10:49:49 AM
hellz yeah tom
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on December 07, 2023, 10:54:32 AM
I would like to thank all of you in this thread, I have decided to wait until spring so I have more dollars to put down.
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Post by: Katpappy on December 07, 2023, 01:14:15 PM
Great idea Greg, I have seen and heard that the value of used cars is dropping so fast that some of the dealers are going bankrupt due to holding their inventory and not adjusting to the market.  Supposedly, car values will equal out and prices will stabilize.
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Post by: Pete on December 07, 2023, 02:53:33 PM
Love the sound of that
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Post by: steve dave on December 07, 2023, 07:51:15 PM
I WANT TO FIND A WAY TO IMPORT THIS HOT POA CHINESE LAND CRUISER SO BAD

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7307981212642053377
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Post by: Skipper44 on December 08, 2023, 09:09:48 AM
I WANT TO FIND A WAY TO IMPORT THIS HOT POA CHINESE LAND CRUISER SO BAD

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7307981212642053377
just have pops do some farm mafia stuff and import it as ag equipment
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Post by: pissclams on December 08, 2023, 11:31:19 AM
I WANT TO FIND A WAY TO IMPORT THIS HOT POA CHINESE LAND CRUISER SO BAD

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7307981212642053377
when I click it’s not taking me to the right video, is it a toyota only released in china or a knockoff
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 08, 2023, 11:42:39 AM
I WANT TO FIND A WAY TO IMPORT THIS HOT POA CHINESE LAND CRUISER SO BAD

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7307981212642053377 (https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7307981212642053377)
when I click it’s not taking me to the right video, is it a toyota only released in china or a knockoff
If the tiktok video doesn't load, check out these YouTube videos.


https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=toyota+land+cruiser+70+series+2024


https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=toyota+land+cruiser+70+series+2024 (https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=toyota+land+cruiser+70+series+2024)
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 08, 2023, 11:44:22 AM
I have no idea why that font is so small.

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Post by: steve dave on December 08, 2023, 11:56:52 AM
tik tok always does this to me. I have no clue how to post a working link. trying again

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7306127151156186369?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7221225969423533610
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Post by: Spracne on December 08, 2023, 12:14:35 PM
tik tok always does this to me. I have no clue how to post a working link. trying again

https://www.tiktok.com/@chinesecarsshow/video/7306127151156186369?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7221225969423533610

I don't know what clams is talking about. Your first link worked and rendered perfectly.
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Post by: Pete on December 08, 2023, 12:42:36 PM
Both of SD’s links took me to super weird videos on other topics, but I don’t have a Tick Tock.
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Post by: Spracne on December 08, 2023, 01:24:29 PM
Both of SD’s links took me to super weird videos on other topics, but I don’t have a Tick Tock.

The first link embedded a video and I watched it right here on good ol' goEMAW.com. I don't have TikTok, either.
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Post by: nicname on December 08, 2023, 02:07:29 PM
https://www.carscoops.com/2023/11/classic-2024-land-cruiser-70-relaunches-in-japan-from-32500-nearly-as-much-as-the-j300/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTwDcz_YAHY

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Post by: passranch on December 08, 2023, 02:36:54 PM
That crap reminds me of this crap:  https://www.gatewaybronco.com/vehicles/
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Post by: pissclams on December 08, 2023, 04:07:21 PM
https://www.carscoops.com/2023/11/classic-2024-land-cruiser-70-relaunches-in-japan-from-32500-nearly-as-much-as-the-j300/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTwDcz_YAHY
4 cylinder wtf
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Post by: IPA4Me on December 08, 2023, 04:08:40 PM
They make better versions with much larger engines.
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Post by: nicname on December 08, 2023, 04:54:48 PM
Wagoneer, Bronco, Blazer, and now Land Cruiser
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Post by: KST8FAN on December 18, 2023, 09:51:53 AM
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1712442/1986-amc-eagle-for-sale-in-christiansburg-virginia-24073


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Post by: puniraptor on December 18, 2023, 11:39:13 AM
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/865075492289361/

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Post by: yoga-like_abana on December 18, 2023, 01:58:08 PM
https://classiccars.com/listings/view/1712442/1986-amc-eagle-for-sale-in-christiansburg-virginia-24073


Tom

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I found one of those a couple of years back on marketplace for under $5k the wife would not let me pull the trigger. They're AWD though!!
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Post by: steve dave on December 18, 2023, 03:31:56 PM
Know a Meade family that has a few of them in various stages of jacked up


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Post by: Pete on February 26, 2024, 08:29:32 AM
I am liking the new Tacoma, but the hybrid and the fun color schemes don't come up until "Spring 2024."  The rough rider can tow 6000, which is nice for a truck that size....an annoying amount of things you might want to tow are right at the 5000 mark.

I've loved having the "trunk" in the back of the Ridgeline tho.  And it definitely rides very smooth...it's basically a Pilot with a truck bed. 
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Post by: DQ12 on February 26, 2024, 09:41:33 AM
Considering a Hyundai Palisade. 
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Post by: Pete on February 26, 2024, 10:46:58 AM
Considering a Hyundai Palisade.
Those are really good looking
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Post by: DQ12 on February 26, 2024, 10:48:35 AM
Considering a Hyundai Palisade.
Those are really good looking
I spend my afternoons daydreaming about the number of mulch bags that thing could transport.
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Post by: IPA4Me on February 26, 2024, 10:50:41 AM
Considering a Hyundai Palisade.
Those are really good looking
I spend my afternoons daydreaming about the number of mulch bags that thing could transport.
I'm ordering a maroon Calligraphy edition with tan interior after I get settled back in Kentucky.
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Post by: GregKSU1027 on February 26, 2024, 10:55:04 AM
Buying a used Jeep Grand Cherokee and modding that bish Easter weekend. Thought the car life would be for me but think this will be far more fun. My truck just rolled over 190k miles. Its been a good run.
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Post by: steve dave on February 26, 2024, 10:57:47 AM
some lady backed into my passenger side in the costco parking lot and I've been driving around with a bangled up sled for over a month because they can't get any doors for my vehicle. FINALLY got one in and work begins wednesday. they are giving me a mini van for a rental and I'm kind of looking forward to driving it around as a change of pace and to show the world that my brain dong is big enough to drive one proudly.
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Post by: DQ12 on February 26, 2024, 11:04:15 AM
some lady backed into my passenger side in the costco parking lot and I've been driving around with a bangled up sled for over a month because they can't get any doors for my vehicle. FINALLY got one in and work begins wednesday. they are giving me a mini van for a rental and I'm kind of looking forward to driving it around as a change of pace and to show the world that my brain dong is big enough to drive one proudly.
The KIA CARNIVAL is a vehicle i've had my eye on for some time, but no AWD wtf? 
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Post by: nicname on February 26, 2024, 12:02:01 PM
Considering a Hyundai Palisade.
Those are really good looking
I spend my afternoons daydreaming about the number of mulch bags that thing could transport.

They’re nice. The “wine” color is basically purple. Go Cats! Would this be for Mrs DQ? Cuz ‘sades are kind of girly iyam. They really are very nice tho and have all the bells and whistles, you can basically read a book and drive them on the highway.
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Post by: Pete on February 26, 2024, 12:11:05 PM
some lady backed into my passenger side in the costco parking lot and I've been driving around with a bangled up sled for over a month because they can't get any doors for my vehicle. FINALLY got one in and work begins wednesday. they are giving me a mini van for a rental and I'm kind of looking forward to driving it around as a change of pace and to show the world that my brain dong is big enough to drive one proudly.
The KIA CARNIVAL is a vehicle i've had my eye on for some time, but no AWD wtf?

The full recliner seats in the second row of the Carnival look amazing. 
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Post by: steve dave on February 28, 2024, 09:10:37 AM
WE OVER PROMISED AND UNDERDELIVERED. I AM NOT CONFIDENT ENOUGH TO DRIVE THIS SHITBOX 55k MILE CHRYSLER PACIFICA.  :angry:
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Post by: DQ12 on February 28, 2024, 09:25:08 AM
some lady backed into my passenger side in the costco parking lot and I've been driving around with a bangled up sled for over a month because they can't get any doors for my vehicle. FINALLY got one in and work begins wednesday. they are giving me a mini van for a rental and I'm kind of looking forward to driving it around as a change of pace and to show the world that my brain dong is big enough to drive one proudly.
The KIA CARNIVAL is a vehicle i've had my eye on for some time, but no AWD wtf?

The full recliner seats in the second row of the Carnival look amazing.
Yeah, but the recliner seats appear to be the least practical things in the world (and ours would be occupied by carseats anyway).  Apparently getting back to the third row is basically impossible with the recliner seats.

Maybe if I was going on a cross country road trip with 3 other adults it would make sense. 


Considering a Hyundai Palisade.
Those are really good looking
I spend my afternoons daydreaming about the number of mulch bags that thing could transport.

They’re nice. The “wine” color is basically purple. Go Cats! Would this be for Mrs DQ? Cuz ‘sades are kind of girly iyam. They really are very nice tho and have all the bells and whistles, you can basically read a book and drive them on the highway.
This would be for DQ.  It's not girly.  :don'tcare:
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Post by: Pete on February 28, 2024, 09:36:33 AM
I have a medically challenged family member with a horrible back, so that recliner might be great for me. Would need to try it out.
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Post by: Pete on February 28, 2024, 09:37:15 AM
WE OVER PROMISED AND UNDERDELIVERED. I AM NOT CONFIDENT ENOUGH TO DRIVE THIS SHITBOX 55k MILE CHRYSLER PACIFICA.  :angry:
Man, I already did NOT trust Chrysler/Jeep products and this just confirms my bias.
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Post by: Pete on February 28, 2024, 09:39:16 AM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GYQ-jRHeCW0
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on February 28, 2024, 10:38:49 AM
WE OVER PROMISED AND UNDERDELIVERED. I AM NOT CONFIDENT ENOUGH TO DRIVE THIS SHITBOX 55k MILE CHRYSLER PACIFICA.  :angry:

ha
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Post by: DQ12 on February 28, 2024, 12:04:06 PM
I have a medically challenged family member with a horrible back, so that recliner might be great for me. Would need to try it out.
Yeah, would be great for that.  But again, those seats basically make the third row completely useless.  May be worth it to see if you can just totally remove the third row so you basically have just the recliner seats and a massive trunk when recliner isn't in use.

OT, but my niece has a lot of medical needs and is confined to a wheelchair.  They recently pimped out their KIA telluride so that a ramp can extend out of the trunk, and she can just slide into the a space in the third row. It has all sorts of crazy buckles and stuff that the wheelchair can strap into.  It's extremely badass.
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Post by: star seed 7 on February 28, 2024, 12:12:04 PM
More OT - I was behind one of those sprinter vans on ward Pkwy today and it had a window sticker of the handicap symbol guy falling out of the wheelchair and "CRAP!!!" in a speech bubble
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Post by: nicname on February 28, 2024, 12:14:26 PM
I have a medically challenged family member with a horrible back, so that recliner might be great for me. Would need to try it out.
Yeah, would be great for that.  But again, those seats basically make the third row completely useless.  May be worth it to see if you can just totally remove the third row so you basically have just the recliner seats and a massive trunk when recliner isn't in use.

OT, but my niece has a lot of medical needs and is confined to a wheelchair.  They recently pimped out their KIA telluride so that a ramp can extend out of the trunk, and she can just slide into the a space in the third row. It has all sorts of crazy buckles and stuff that the wheelchair can strap into.  It's extremely badass.

You prob already know this, but Telluride and Palisade is basically a he same car. Telluride is way less girly imo tho. I really like the tricked out telluride from a couple of years ago before they changed the Kia logo.

If you’re going new, the Hyundai warranties are hard to beat. Prob best in the business.
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Post by: sonofdaxjones on February 28, 2024, 12:22:55 PM
Good thing because Hyundai and KIA engines are white hot garbage
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Post by: mocat on February 28, 2024, 12:25:55 PM
one cool thing about hyundai/kia is they are free! people leave them sitting around and you can just take one anytime
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Post by: nicname on February 28, 2024, 12:29:54 PM
Good thing because Hyundai and KIA engines are white hot garbage

This used to be very true, but it’s no longer the case. It’s part of the reason why the brands have been offering so much value at such a low price with such great warranties. It takes a lot of work to get past that old stigma of being pieces of crap.

Reliable resources like Edmunds are now rating Hyundai and Kia very favorably, and have been doing so for some time now.
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Post by: DQ12 on February 28, 2024, 07:50:11 PM
I have a medically challenged family member with a horrible back, so that recliner might be great for me. Would need to try it out.
Yeah, would be great for that.  But again, those seats basically make the third row completely useless.  May be worth it to see if you can just totally remove the third row so you basically have just the recliner seats and a massive trunk when recliner isn't in use.

OT, but my niece has a lot of medical needs and is confined to a wheelchair.  They recently pimped out their KIA telluride so that a ramp can extend out of the trunk, and she can just slide into the a space in the third row. It has all sorts of crazy buckles and stuff that the wheelchair can strap into.  It's extremely badass.

You prob already know this, but Telluride and Palisade is basically a he same car. Telluride is way less girly imo tho. I really like the tricked out telluride from a couple of years ago before they changed the Kia logo.

If you’re going new, the Hyundai warranties are hard to beat. Prob best in the business.
That’s actually kind of my rationale.  The tellurides I’ve seen tend to be more expensive than the palisades, likely based on the “cool” factor of the telluride.  Feel like I can get some value out of that because idgaf.
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Post by: cfbandyman on February 28, 2024, 08:03:42 PM
Yeah Kia/Hyundai have come a long way, and both have great offerings
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Post by: nicname on February 28, 2024, 09:34:29 PM
I’ve got my eye on an Ioniq 5 limited AWD, but will prob just get something cheap
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Post by: Institutional Control on February 29, 2024, 08:33:11 AM
Bought our son a Kia Soul when he turned 17.  It was a good car to get him to school and work and got decent gas mileage and that's really where the compliments end.  8 years later bought my daughter a Kia Forte. And it is very very nice.  Drives great, looks great, and gets good mileage.  What a difference 8 years make.  My MIL has a fully loaded Sportage that is very sweet as well. 
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Post by: steve dave on February 29, 2024, 08:37:41 AM
I plan to buy lil sd a wrangler when he turns 16. because I deserved one at that age and got completely mumped out of it by my bad person parents. Golden rule like the Bible says.


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Post by: steve dave on February 29, 2024, 08:38:41 AM
Counterpoint I bought myself a 1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe when I was 16 because the local bank was dumb enough to give me a loan so maybe god WAS looking out for his most chosen.


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Title: Cars.... How far have you went before getting a new one?
Post by: tdaver on February 29, 2024, 11:06:59 AM
This is timely.  Oldest just turned 16.  He’s busy enough with practices and work that we’re sick of driving him around.  What do we get?  Preferably something good enough to last him through college or to pass down to two other kids.  But he’s probably going to wreck the thing so nothing super nice.  Just an old Toyota I guess.  He’ll hate it.
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Post by: steve dave on February 29, 2024, 11:12:19 AM
1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe


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Post by: tdaver on February 29, 2024, 11:31:35 AM
The price is right!

https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/40909400
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Post by: Spracne on February 29, 2024, 12:47:39 PM
I plan to buy lil sd a wrangler when he turns 16. because I deserved one at that age and got completely mumped out of it by my bad person parents. Golden rule like the Bible says.


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The Wrangler kid is both loved and hated.
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Post by: mocat on February 29, 2024, 03:27:55 PM
nobody hates an ancient wrangler, PLUS if you get one with a manual trans, they will be less likely to text while driving.

look at this absolute magnet

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/778338214186475/ (https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/778338214186475/)
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Post by: Pete on February 29, 2024, 07:35:39 PM
SD is going to be a grand parent before me I bet.
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Post by: pissclams on February 29, 2024, 08:09:00 PM
i had no idea that you could buy cars on facebook
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Post by: schreds21 on March 01, 2024, 09:04:07 AM
Do any of you auto aficionados have any experience with the Chevy Traverse?  Mrs Schreds is looking at buying one.
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Post by: steve dave on March 01, 2024, 09:07:59 AM
Do any of you auto aficionados have any experience with the Chevy Traverse?  Mrs Schreds is looking at buying one.
My sister in law has one and she likes it. I had one as a rental last year and it drove nice. I’d probably buy one if I needed that kind of sled.


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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 01, 2024, 09:08:53 AM
You know they make a Trahearse??
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 01, 2024, 09:10:41 AM
https://www.globallimos.com/sales/car-detail/new-2022-chevrolet-traverse-ls-hearse-for-sale-by-k2-vehicles#
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 01, 2024, 09:26:09 AM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.
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Post by: Pete on March 01, 2024, 10:22:02 AM
Do any of you auto aficionados have any experience with the Chevy Traverse?  Mrs Schreds is looking at buying one.
My sister in law has one and she likes it. I had one as a rental last year and it drove nice. I’d probably buy one if I needed that kind of sled.


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I know a couple people who lease the Buick version every couple years religiously.
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Post by: cfbandyman on March 01, 2024, 10:46:16 AM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).
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Post by: cfbandyman on March 01, 2024, 10:48:33 AM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).

I will also say though, their service center in Saskatoon kicked ass on helping me with getting the heat fixed, I am very appreciative of them.
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Post by: ben ji on March 01, 2024, 10:50:50 AM
This is timely.  Oldest just turned 16.  He’s busy enough with practices and work that we’re sick of driving him around.  What do we get?  Preferably something good enough to last him through college or to pass down to two other kids.  But he’s probably going to wreck the thing so nothing super nice.  Just an old Toyota I guess.  He’ll hate it.

Just get a used camry or corolla and it will last him through college. A bonus is that you don't have to worry about him trying to race his classmates or driving like a fool because.... well he's driving a camry or corolla.
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Post by: pissclams on March 01, 2024, 11:33:43 AM
if I was going to buy an EV it would be a Lucid, tesla doesn’t have the luxury feel that my ass desires
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Post by: Spracne on March 01, 2024, 11:40:43 AM
if I was going to buy an EV it would be a Lucid, tesla doesn’t have the luxury feel that my ass desires

Were ... Were ...
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 01, 2024, 12:07:15 PM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).

I will also say though, their service center in Saskatoon kicked ass on helping me with getting the heat fixed, I am very appreciative of them.

I'll prob look elsewhere as well, but I don't have any complaints with my car outside of the jinx I just gave myself. I'd love to go Rivian, but I just can't bring myself to spend that much money on a vehicle. I'm def staying EV so it will just depend on what else is out there. The main appeal to Tesla for me was that they built a normal/good looking car as opposed to the other companies that think an EV needs to look like my kid designed it from a lego set or a sci fi movie. I'm convinced none of the other companies want to sell them so they put out these shitty looking things only to say they tried. Just make a normal looking EV you dumbasses!
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Post by: mocat on March 01, 2024, 01:09:39 PM
if I was going to buy an EV it would be a Lucid, tesla doesn’t have the luxury feel that my ass desires

Were ... Were ...

guess what? sometimes english is wrong, and this is one of those times. no judgement from me.
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Post by: mocat on March 01, 2024, 02:44:04 PM
1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe

mopar's answer to the legendary 1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe is the 1990 Chrysler's TC by Maserati (it's important to say it that way)

check out the mileage on this hot rod

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131452074649396/ (https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131452074649396/)
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Post by: passranch on March 01, 2024, 03:18:33 PM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).

I will also say though, their service center in Saskatoon kicked ass on helping me with getting the heat fixed, I am very appreciative of them.

I'll prob look elsewhere as well, but I don't have any complaints with my car outside of the jinx I just gave myself. I'd love to go Rivian, but I just can't bring myself to spend that much money on a vehicle. I'm def staying EV so it will just depend on what else is out there. The main appeal to Tesla for me was that they built a normal/good looking car as opposed to the other companies that think an EV needs to look like my kid designed it from a lego set or a sci fi movie. I'm convinced none of the other companies want to sell them so they put out these shitty looking things only to say they tried. Just make a normal looking EV you dumbasses!

cosigned
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Post by: nicname on March 01, 2024, 04:46:26 PM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).

I will also say though, their service center in Saskatoon kicked ass on helping me with getting the heat fixed, I am very appreciative of them.

I'll prob look elsewhere as well, but I don't have any complaints with my car outside of the jinx I just gave myself. I'd love to go Rivian, but I just can't bring myself to spend that much money on a vehicle. I'm def staying EV so it will just depend on what else is out there. The main appeal to Tesla for me was that they built a normal/good looking car as opposed to the other companies that think an EV needs to look like my kid designed it from a lego set or a sci fi movie. I'm convinced none of the other companies want to sell them so they put out these shitty looking things only to say they tried. Just make a normal looking EV you dumbasses!

cosigned
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Post by: Katpappy on March 01, 2024, 08:10:58 PM
I plan to buy lil sd a wrangler when he turns 16. because I deserved one at that age and got completely mumped out of it by my bad person parents. Golden rule like the Bible says.


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The Wrangler kid is both loved and hated.

Reminds me that I bought my son an '88 Jeep Comanche in 1999 and he loved it.  I bought my daughter a '02 Kia Sportage in 2004 and she thought it was something gays drove. LOL
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Post by: Katpappy on March 01, 2024, 08:19:57 PM
if I was going to buy an EV it would be a Lucid, tesla doesn’t have the luxury feel that my ass desires

Words to the wise...don't let your ass decide what your mind will fight you over as time passes.
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Post by: steve dave on March 01, 2024, 09:51:56 PM
I plan to buy lil sd a wrangler when he turns 16. because I deserved one at that age and got completely mumped out of it by my bad person parents. Golden rule like the Bible says.


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The Wrangler kid is both loved and hated.

Reminds me that I bought my son an '88 Jeep Comanche in 1999 and he loved it.  I bought my daughter a '02 Kia Sportage in 2004 and she thought it was something gays drove. LOL
Katdaddy…..I’ll allow it


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Post by: ben ji on March 02, 2024, 09:28:59 AM
1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe

mopar's answer to the legendary 1990 Thunderbird Super Coupe is the 1990 Chrysler's TC by Maserati (it's important to say it that way)

check out the mileage on this hot rod

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131452074649396/ (https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1131452074649396/)

That interior is amazing.
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Post by: cfbandyman on March 02, 2024, 10:10:19 AM
I have a 2019 Tesla that has under 30k miles on it. Working from home so I drive like 1 mile per day mostly. I'm hoping it last another 5 or so and it will be my kids first car, but we will see. I was hoping it would just be driving them around itself by the time my kids could drive but Elon went bonkers and bought twitter instead.

Yeah, I have a 2018 and while I finally got the heat replaced here in Canadia, having it go out really soured me even more beyond just ol Musk. I really want to see what the Ford T3 is, or if they'll make like an electric Maverick. Or I'll go with a Kia EV6/similar. With Tesla opening up their supercharger network/winning the NACS vs CCS, while a great move for everyone, also to me takes the last sort of advantage they had. And that is with their Highland Model 3 getting actually good reviews on build quality/drive quality improvements. I'll almost certainly be going elsewhere when I make the change (2025 or 2026).

I will also say though, their service center in Saskatoon kicked ass on helping me with getting the heat fixed, I am very appreciative of them.

I'll prob look elsewhere as well, but I don't have any complaints with my car outside of the jinx I just gave myself. I'd love to go Rivian, but I just can't bring myself to spend that much money on a vehicle. I'm def staying EV so it will just depend on what else is out there. The main appeal to Tesla for me was that they built a normal/good looking car as opposed to the other companies that think an EV needs to look like my kid designed it from a lego set or a sci fi movie. I'm convinced none of the other companies want to sell them so they put out these shitty looking things only to say they tried. Just make a normal looking EV you dumbasses!

cosigned

I'm going to pretend we're not counting cybertruck in all of this.
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 08, 2024, 09:02:51 AM
Rivian R2 just announced for 2026. I might put an order in. 2 more years on my 2019 Tesla and closer to battery warranty. I'll most likely still have very low mileage so who knows if i'll pull the trigger. They look pretty sweet though.

https://rivian.com/r2
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Post by: pissclams on March 08, 2024, 09:22:59 AM
Rivian R2 just announced for 2026. I might put an order in. 2 more years on my 2019 Tesla and closer to battery warranty. I'll most likely still have very low mileage so who knows if i'll pull the trigger. They look pretty sweet though.

https://rivian.com/r2
can’t get past the headlights
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Post by: yoga-like_abana on March 08, 2024, 09:30:28 AM
Looks like they use the same marketing and design team as Apple. Just put a lower case i in front of Rivian
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Post by: Pete on March 08, 2024, 09:49:35 AM
Very cool tech. Still likely going to buy a hybrid until they can give me 5 minute charging and 800 mile range.
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Post by: cfbandyman on March 08, 2024, 09:52:59 AM
Rivian R2 just announced for 2026. I might put an order in. 2 more years on my 2019 Tesla and closer to battery warranty. I'll most likely still have very low mileage so who knows if i'll pull the trigger. They look pretty sweet though.

https://rivian.com/r2

The R3 is perfect for me
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 08, 2024, 10:36:41 AM
Very cool tech. Still likely going to buy a hybrid until they can give me 5 minute charging and 800 mile range.

We will just have an electric and gas until this happens. The charging isn't a big deal as I just plug in at home. Its a minor annoyance when traveling, but the superchargers are pretty fast. I've only done a couple longer trips that required supercharging and its never been much of an issue. A couple of times it has worked out where the hotel had free charging which absolutely rough ridin' rules.
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Post by: Pete on March 08, 2024, 10:54:04 AM
Very cool tech. Still likely going to buy a hybrid until they can give me 5 minute charging and 800 mile range.

We will just have an electric and gas until this happens. The charging isn't a big deal as I just plug in at home. Its a minor annoyance when traveling, but the superchargers are pretty fast. I've only done a couple longer trips that required supercharging and its never been much of an issue. A couple of times it has worked out where the hotel had free charging which absolutely rough ridin' rules.
It’s definitely the right thing for the planet.
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Post by: pissclams on March 08, 2024, 01:50:07 PM
Very cool tech. Still likely going to buy a hybrid until they can give me 5 minute charging and 800 mile range.

We will just have an electric and gas until this happens. The charging isn't a big deal as I just plug in at home. Its a minor annoyance when traveling, but the superchargers are pretty fast. I've only done a couple longer trips that required supercharging and its never been much of an issue. A couple of times it has worked out where the hotel had free charging which absolutely rough ridin' rules.
It’s definitely the right thing for the planet.
that is currently not true
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Post by: sys on March 08, 2024, 02:14:18 PM
all the rivian suv's look great.  i love the clearance you get with the r1.  pretty leary of putting money into a new vehicle/company with such low production, but in a couple years i might get comfortable with it.
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 08, 2024, 02:26:54 PM
all the rivian suv's look great.  i love the clearance you get with the r1.  pretty leary of putting money into a new vehicle/company with such low production, but in a couple years i might get comfortable with it.

Timing is pretty good for me. 2 years, plus it will prob get delayed, and he said they got over 60k orders the first day for the R2. Worth refundable $100 to see how it goes over the next couple of years. Hopefully they can succeed. Tesla isn't the perfect example, but I remember bankruptcy talk when I was getting mine in 2019.
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Post by: mocat on March 08, 2024, 03:21:47 PM
all the rivian suv's look great.  i love the clearance you get with the r1.  pretty leary of putting money into a new vehicle/company with such low production, but in a couple years i might get comfortable with it.

agree with all this. they keep laying off their employees too
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Post by: passranch on March 08, 2024, 07:54:29 PM
Rivian R2 just announced for 2026. I might put an order in. 2 more years on my 2019 Tesla and closer to battery warranty. I'll most likely still have very low mileage so who knows if i'll pull the trigger. They look pretty sweet though.

https://rivian.com/r2

The R3 is perfect for me

Yeah me too...it's got a little bit of the Lancia Delta Integrale to it which I always thought was a handsome car.
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Post by: Institutional Control on March 18, 2024, 02:53:55 PM
I listened to a NYT podcast today about how automakers are selling your data.  A specific example is GM/OnStar selling your driving habit data to LexusNexus who in turn sells it to insurance companies but essentially any car that has GPS or a mobile app can be tracked and it's assumed they're all doing it. 

A little over a year ago, two of my buddies who travel almost every week for work were talking about how hard it is to get Uber/Lyft to come out to our area, especially at 4-5 a.m. So, I created an LLC and I started driving them to the airport in my wife's Cadillac before I started my day job. They would swipe their corporate cards to my Square account and I was making over a grand a month by using only about 3 hours of my time a week. It was 3 with my buddies talking sports or whatever.  Gravy.

Then after years with no claims and no speeding tickets, my insurance company dropped me. No reason cited.  It just dawned on me this morning that they probably picked up my driving habits and determined that I was using my car commercially.  Which I was, sort of. 

Oh well, no harm. I was able to get insurance from another carrier for $200 a month less and I'm not longer driving people to the airport.
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Post by: Stupid Fitz on March 18, 2024, 03:49:07 PM
I listened to a NYT podcast today about how automakers are selling your data.  A specific example is GM/OnStar selling your driving habit data to LexusNexus who in turn sells it to insurance companies but essentially any car that has GPS or a mobile app can be tracked and it's assumed they're all doing it. 

A little over a year ago, two of my buddies who travel almost every week for work were talking about how hard it is to get Uber/Lyft to come out to our area, especially at 4-5 a.m. So, I created an LLC and I started driving them to the airport in my wife's Cadillac before I started my day job. They would swipe their corporate cards to my Square account and I was making over a grand a month by using only about 3 hours of my time a week. It was 3 with my buddies talking sports or whatever.  Gravy.

Then after years with no claims and no speeding tickets, my insurance company dropped me. No reason cited.  It just dawned on me this morning that they probably picked up my driving habits and determined that I was using my car commercially.  Which I was, sort of. 

Oh well, no harm. I was able to get insurance from another carrier for $200 a month less and I'm not longer driving people to the airport.

It probably had more to do with the time you were driving than anything. "Night Driving" is a big part of Tesla and the other insurance apps calculation when determining rates. I drive like 2 miles a day and could probably save a few bucks by getting one of those tracking plans but there is no way I'd ever do it willingly. It really sucks ass that they get the info anyway because we all just allow our info to get sold to the highest bidder.