Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous (Archived)

tifighter

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

28firefighter

Michaell said:

28firefighter said:

Had the Outback in for 1 year maintenance. 5k miles. Probably 3000 off our norm because of COVID.

Only abnormality is some coolant needed to be added. Seems strange for 5k miles. Something to keep an eye on.

My Subaru dealer is emailing me weekly about coming in for service. I think we've put 3-4K on it since the last one, so I don't feel like I'm in too much of a hurry.

I’m only being particular because it’s a lease and I don’t want to get dinged for it later.

breld

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

Nice - I have a few white roadsters saved on my cars.com list.

oldfarmer50

stickguy said:

both Audis look nice. but I'm too risk averse to go with an older TT Audi.

how about this? Too slow?

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/806999113/overview/

That’s not a bad price for those miles.

28firefighter

The TT just doesn’t do it for me, but I do like the quilted seat look.

oldfarmer50

tifighter said:

Before someone else posts it, my response is just no-

With the extra doors it’s certainly unique.

andres3

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

How much is a roadster worth extra to you all? You can get a TTS coupe used, for about the same price, and the TTS has everything better than the TT.

tifighter

andres3 said:

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

How much is a roadster worth extra to you all? You can get a TTS coupe used, for about the same price, and the TTS has everything better than the TT.

Fun uber alles, so roadster every time.

tifighter

This weekend's random craigslist posting needs a whole lada love. But you'll stand out at your local ORV park.

28firefighter

They’re doing a complimentary 27 point inspection. I can’t wait to see what they find.

roadburner

28firefighter said:

They’re doing a complimentary 27 point inspection. I can’t wait to see what they find.

Sadly, it will likely be a far cry from my SA, who tells me things like "You have a power steering hose seeping a bit, I wouldn't replace it until it starts to drip- and that probably won't happen for another 50,000 miles."

mjfloyd1

oldfarmer50 said:

tifighter said:

Before someone else posts it, my response is just no-

With the extra doors it’s certainly unique.

Sometimes unique is not good...

fintail

I like the Lada, but I wonder where it came from, and that bodywork scares me a bit. Those were sold in Canada well into the 90s, and although they can rust , I know there are survivors, I used to see them in BC not infrequently.

stickguy

that is pretty cool. kinda a Russian Suzuki Samarai I guess. The winch is goofy (looks like it might tip onto its nose) but what the heck.

28firefighter

Clean bill of health. They said it was one of the cleanest E46s they’ve seen in a while.

mjfloyd1

Is this really worth 70K?

https://www.royalontheeastside.com/all-inventory/index.htm?search=Land+Rover&dl.custom.form.id=&dl.element=BUTTON+Search&dl.formElapsedTime=6995&dl.formTrackingId=INVENTORY_SEARCH&dl.isModal=&dl.params=&dl.widgetName=&dl.pageName=INDEX

stickguy

I don't think so. but put it on BaT and find out!

stickguy

this is a fantastic car. I could enjoy it. wonder what it ends up going for?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-saleen-s281/

I oddly have an affinity for this beast too. Though I suspect it actually drives like crap. But it is unique.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-dodge-shelby-dakota-pick-up-5/

28firefighter

Not to me. But, according to a friend in the UK, those defenders can bring stupid money.

oldfarmer50

tifighter said:

andres3 said:

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

How much is a roadster worth extra to you all? You can get a TTS coupe used, for about the same price, and the TTS has everything better than the TT.

Fun uber alles, so roadster every time.

“Uber Alles”? But your Teslas are American not German.😄

Speaking of fun, this guy seems to be having the time of his life.

The title question is asked frequently of me by my wife.

https://youtu.be/KV-uoRr2BJU

oldfarmer50

tifighter said:

This weekend's random craigslist posting needs a whole lada love. But you'll stand out at your local ORV park.

Fiat engineering, Soviet manufacturing, zero spare parts. What could possibly go wrong?

oldfarmer50

stickguy said:

this is a fantastic car. I could enjoy it. wonder what it ends up going for?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-saleen-s281/

I oddly have an affinity for this beast too. Though I suspect it actually drives like crap. But it is unique.

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1989-dodge-shelby-dakota-pick-up-5/

I really like that Saleen. When you see that the supercharged 4.6L only gets you the horsepower of a 2018 base GT you realize how far engines advanced in 10 years. With 3:73 gears I bet it moves.

stickguy

Hoovie definitely living the dream. And dang, that is a nice garage.

roadburner

stickguy said:

this is a fantastic car. I could enjoy it. wonder what it ends up going for?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-saleen-s281/

DG was my childhood hero; my wife told me to go ahead and bid on it; let's see how high it goes...

roadburner

There's also a Parnelli Jones edition which has 1970 styling cues.

nyccarguy

roadburner said:

28firefighter said:

They’re doing a complimentary 27 point inspection. I can’t wait to see what they find.

Sadly, it will likely be a far cry from my SA, who tells me things like "You have a power steering hose seeping a bit, I wouldn't replace it until it starts to drip- and that probably won't happen for another 50,000 miles."

About a month or so ago, I had my wife bring her Pilot to the dealer for an oil change & tire rotation. In addition to that, the car called for a rear differential fluid change which I declined. They also said the brakes are dangerously low and needed to be replaced immediately. I politely declined knowing that I was going to bring it to my
Mechanic in the not too distant future. He checked the brakes & said there is still 20% pad life left. You should be good for another 8-10K miles. He said to bring it in if they start squealing or shuddering.

rayainsw

"It’s Official: Hertz Files for Bankruptcy Protection"

Sandman6472

OF, spoke with my lead and no word on coming back. He did say North Florida is back to work so am thinking that possibly June 1st could be our first day back. Just wondering how many of those sitting vehicles are dead and will need to be jumped? Not complaining about getting UI each week, but would rather be out driving somewhere than stuck here at home. Only good thing is I've maybe driven the Golf 100 miles these past two months and used almost no petrol! And all plans to replace the Golf have now been shelved because it ain't necessary at this juncture. The 0% financing does look tempting though, as I've never been able to time any purchase when the 0% was in effect.

breld

andres3 said:

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

How much is a roadster worth extra to you all? You can get a TTS coupe used, for about the same price, and the TTS has everything better than the TT.

Oh I’m definitely considering a TTS as well. If I decide to go with a coupe, it seems they are only $2-3k higher than a regular TT coupe, so I’m sure I’d kick myself if I didn’t.

I figured as my search got more serious I’d hit you up for info on your experience and any suggestions on what to look for in a TTS. They all seem to be pretty similar other than the wheels and maybe seats. What year is yours and is there a particular year to target (or avoid)?

breld

I have a thing for Audi’s Vegas Yellow.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/801302204/overview/

Funny thing is (though I imagine you all would understand), I’d be okay getting the yellow in a TTS, but not so much in a TT.

breld

But Sepang Blue with black optic. That’s what I really want.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/808252311/overview/

stickguy

I like both colors. I had a few different yellow cars back in my younger days, and would be happy to get another one. On the right car of course.

corvette

Black and grey interiors, though. Did they offer anything more colorful? Red seats with black trim and carpet would look nice with either exterior color.

oldfarmer50

roadburner said:

stickguy said:

this is a fantastic car. I could enjoy it. wonder what it ends up going for?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-saleen-s281/

DG was my childhood hero; my wife told me to go ahead and bid on it; let's see how high it goes...

Too bad GG sold his Cobra Mustang. You two could drag race.

oldfarmer50

Sandman6472 said:

OF, spoke with my lead and no word on coming back. He did say North Florida is back to work so am thinking that possibly June 1st could be our first day back. Just wondering how many of those sitting vehicles are dead and will need to be jumped? Not complaining about getting UI each week, but would rather be out driving somewhere than stuck here at home. Only good thing is I've maybe driven the Golf 100 miles these past two months and used almost no petrol! And all plans to replace the Golf have now been shelved because it ain't necessary at this juncture. The 0% financing does look tempting though, as I've never been able to time any purchase when the 0% was in effect.

Those dead batteries are a pain but it’s a lot easier up here jumping them in June than in January.

I’m thinking of doing an office visit on Monday to talk to the boss about his timeline for call backs. I know they are down to guys with 5-6 years seniority vs my two.

corvette

Took the Tundra for a spin this afternoon to burn up some miles on my lease. It seems to have some sort of torque management in place, as the 1-2 shift occurs below 5,000 RPM, which is well short of the redline.

Bought a ratcheting cargo bar with a net for holding things in place in the bed. Should work well for stuff which doesn't have to be protected from the weather, or for pretty much anything when it's not raining.





I think the redesigned 2021 or 2022 Tundra will have a variant of the twin-turbo V6 from the Lexus LS as the volume engine. Not sure whether they will offer a hybrid or plug-in.

nyccarguy

@corvette - I have one of those bars that my friend with a 1500 Denali gave me. It is helpful.

nyccarguy

I obviously took the Pilot to work on Friday. It drives great compared to my truck. Instead of taking an Uber to work from the mechanic, I put the rack on the back of the Pilot and rode the 2.62 miles to work and then 2.62 miles back after work at the end of the day. Saved money, got some exercise.

breld

corvette said:

Black and grey interiors, though. Did they offer anything more colorful? Red seats with black trim and carpet would look nice with either exterior color.

I’ve seen a few with red interiors. It is nice. I’ve even seen a couple silver roadsters with a blue interior. And there’s also a brown.

oldfarmer50

breld said:

But Sepang Blue with black optic. That’s what I really want.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/808252311/overview/

Just based on color I’d take the blue one. I usually like yellow on sporty cars but it doesn’t quite work on that TT.

corvette

nyccarguy said:

@corvette - I have one of those bars that my friend with a 1500 Denali gave me. It is helpful.

I’m trying to avoid investing in a tonneau cover since it’s only a 24 month lease and there is supposed to be a redesigned model at the time I would get a replacement, so even if I planned to lease another one, it’s unlikely the cover would fit it.

stickguy

When I had my nissan PU for about a year, I did put a bedliner in. But did not have a cover. If I ever get another PU I think it would have to have a cover too.

graphicguy

oldfarmer50 said:

tifighter said:

andres3 said:

tifighter said:

I just fit in the Miata NC - the ND isn't as comfortable for me. The TT roadster is nicely packaged with good people room, a nice trunk size for a tour while still being something like 165" long. I like the look, too. Carplay isn't standard, so keep an eye out for the package that includes it. I was looking at this one -

TT Roadster

How much is a roadster worth extra to you all? You can get a TTS coupe used, for about the same price, and the TTS has everything better than the TT.

Fun uber alles, so roadster every time.

“Uber Alles”? But your Teslas are American not German.😄

Speaking of fun, this guy seems to be having the time of his life.

The title question is asked frequently of me by my wife.

https://youtu.be/KV-uoRr2BJU

Watched that last night. Good episode and a touching tribute to his Grandmother.

graphicguy

oldfarmer50 said:

roadburner said:

stickguy said:

this is a fantastic car. I could enjoy it. wonder what it ends up going for?

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2008-saleen-s281/

DG was my childhood hero; my wife told me to go ahead and bid on it; let's see how high it goes...

Too bad GG sold his Cobra Mustang. You two could drag race.

My Stinger would absolutely smoke my old Cobra! So would that Saleen!

stickguy

but the Cobra would sound much better, and be way cooler!

nyccarguy

corvette said:

nyccarguy said:

@corvette - I have one of those bars that my friend with a 1500 Denali gave me. It is helpful.

I’m trying to avoid investing in a tonneau cover since it’s only a 24 month lease and there is supposed to be a redesigned model at the time I would get a replacement, so even if I planned to lease another one, it’s unlikely the cover would fit it.

I’m with you. My truck doesn’t have running boards or side steps. I don’t want to invest the money or time to install for my short 24 month lease. Only 16 months to go!

pensfan83

The dealer split an aftermarket tonneau cover with me. It'll stay with the truck when we turn it in...or if we get another one transfer it.

explorerx4

I bought an expensive tri fold hard cover.
It's a total piece of crap. Leaks at the seams where the pieces meet.
Power folding running boards are the best, though.

roadburner

That Saleen is not-super quick, but it would hang with the current Mustang GT and M2.

stickguy

isn't the Tacoma scheduled for a refresh soon? It's only about a decade overdue!