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I'd wager on that. Around here, the typical M series or even X5 driver has a certain rep. I think I remember a big crash involving an M5 a few years ago out on Highway 1 in the valley, a few fatalities. I don't see that with similar cars.
Not sure I agree - M-B goes through painstaking efforts to make sure their trucks are crash-compatible with cars.
Credit where credit it due.
LOL. He might be better off on a motorcyle, at least then you might bounce off instead being squished in a sardine can;)
My last extended drive in an E92 M3 ZCP convinced me to definitely consider one when I finish up my present job in a year or so. It's a great cruiser and an effective track weapon. I'd really like a 1 Series M Coupe, but they are few and far between- and priced to match.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
The Exhausted Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Most likely when the new replacement comes along, it will go to the house in TN... , there is no Tesla dealer there. I will take a closer look at the Jag and the new Mercedes in the fall.
As Fin mentioned, I know the old SL can be fixed, just ready to cut it from the herd but it certainly has left me with good memories (Silver with black soft top, black leather).
Mark156
No, but there are a bunch of charging stations due to the Nissan plant in the area. Then again, you could always replace the old Mercedes (Mercedeses?) with a Leaf!
Early ones have W126 steering wheels, you probably noticed that. Any sentimental attachment to it? I guess if you don't drive it much anymore, it might not be hard to cut loose.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
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The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Thanks for sharing.
Mark156
My parents rented a Captiva in CA last summer & drove it from SF -> SD for their 40th wedding anniversary. They were pleasantly surprised at how nicely it drove & were very impressed with the cargo space. Pretty much a thumbs up from 2 people with a Cayenne & a Tahoe in their garage.
My parents are actually in Boca for a wedding this weekend & rented a new Civic from Hertz from FLL. Any chance your butt could've been in their rental car at some point?
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
My wife takes my BMW EVERY chance she gets.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Argh - I'm struggling to use the forum interface with the iPad.
I had a VUE - model year 2008. XR trim level with the 3.6L V6. It was pretty nice except the seat didn't go back far enough for me to be comfortable on long drives.
Changing gears, I had to put two new tires on the ION today. Got a credit for the two that wore out after 24,000 miles. Total with mounting and balancing came to $140. Next will be a fuel filter and probably front brake pads. Just turned 85,000 miles on Friday.
As to their Civic, I've yet to see a Civic at the FLL airport as of yet. We've been working for Dollar the last couple of days though. Not many Honda's in fleet sales from what I've read and what I've seen. Have yet to drive a Jetta, any Buick though we did check out a new Lacrosse today and it's quite impressive, really! Also no new Sentra's yet but did that at the dealership on Thursday and was duly impressed. The best is like today, when I get a brand new vehicle with the plastic still on the seats...it's very cool!
Hope we get a gig somewhere in the state soon...I'm having withdrawl symptoms already, lol! Time for a road trip soon!!
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I might need front brakes very soon. After repeated heavy use, I sometimes hear a slight grinding noise but the emergency brake only goes up 2 to 3 cranks to engage so I'm assuming that the rear brakes are just fine. They didn't mention anything about the brake pads when they had the wheels off the other day and am sure they always do a visual inspection as they want to make as much $ as they can. But they didn't mention any problems with my car. I was able to negotiate a 3 year alignment policy for $99 plus a free oil change and with my $5.00 off coupon, I paid $94. They refused my original $89 and 2 free oil change offer but I figured if you don't ask...ya don't get! Have put off getting one for the Mazda at the wife's request, as I was ready to buy her one also. Guess she figures it ain't worth it at this juncture because she's finally realized that it's almost time to cut her beloved car from the herd...finally! I must say Mazda's are great vehicles and if she really wanted another one at this point, I would not object one bit!
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2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
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Lamborghini LP560-4
Ferrari F430 F1
Porsche 997/911 turbo
Audi R8 4.2 FSI quattro
MB SLS AMG
Ferrari California
Which car would you choose? Three laps of a road course.
R8 or F430; they are the most focused track tools(so is the 997, but it's a bit too common in this company- although if it was a GT3...)
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
I've driven 3 on the list:
Lambo LP560-4 when it was called the Gallardo
Ferrari F430
Ferrari California
I also drove the 911 but not the Turbo so can't comment on that.
The Lambo will be tight if you're taller than 5'11". I'm 5'10" and just fit in it with the seat all the way back. But it's an amazing car to drive, awesome engine sound, great handling, good speed. Good mix for crusing and performance.
The Ferrari F430 has a bit more cabin space than the Lambo. The F1 paddle shift transmission is among the best you'll ever experience, and the engine sound is unbelievable. Doing 60mph will feel like standing still and idling in this car. It's meant to be driven hard and fast.
The Ferrari California is more of a boulevard cruiser although I've driven it on the track at about 120mph. It's almost like getting in a comfy luxury coupe or sedan and leisurely crusing so you won't feel the effects of speed as much as in the Lambo or the F430. If you want comfort, get this one.
Personally I'd go for the F430. It's raw brute power, great handling and unbelievable engine sound make it a perfect car for the track.
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
Why? Well, out of the list, I'm only really passionate about Ferrari and Porsche. I've already driven several variants of the 911 at a track event and the California is definitely more of a cruiser. So that just leaves the 1 choice.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
Are we nearly unanimous? That would be a first on Edmunds.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Looks like I should choose the F430.
Thanks for the feedback.
After Salt Lake I flew to Denver and found a Verano, after my experience with the Regal I decided to give it a try and was sorry I did. The overall feel of the Verano was disappointing compared to the Regal. The center stack was more intuitive and it had OK power but the seating position and overall comfort was very poor. When I first got in it felt like the driver's seat was way too high so I tried to adjust it down only to find that it was already in the lowest position. I tried raising the steering wheel but also found it was as high as it would go, so no dice on getting comfortable. The back seat seemed small although I didn't sit back there, but I'm 5'9" and with the driver's seat in a comfortable position I barely had room for my computer bag in the back floorboard. Overall a let down after a positive experience in the Regal.
In Salt Lake I was traveling with a coworker who currently has a 2003 BMW 330xi, she mentioned that it was time to start looking for a new car. She thought the Buick was nice but her comment was "but I'm not buying a Buick" which shows me they still have a way to go with brand image. She's around 40, makes decent money and will not be visiting a GM dealership as she looks for a new car.
Yesterdays Captiva's were a great effort from GM to make a very good vehicle so I know they can be as good...if not better than the imports. They just need to tweak a few areas to make this a reality. They need to follow the playbooks of Hyundai/Kia, Honda and Toyota to figure out why their vehicles are in such high demand with return purchases year after year after year...they have to unlock the secret and once they do, we'll all benefit.
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
P.S. No work today and I was all ready to take a road trip actually. Weekends are a good time to do the longer trips I think but it is what it is. Hopefully we'll have work this week so my next check can be as good as the last couple!
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
Sheesh, what kind of tire wore out after only 24,000 miles? I guess city driving really kills their lifespan. Will they warranty them if they're not evenly worn and/or haven't been rotated?
The latter is selling well, though, likely due to pricing.
My wife grew up in a "Buick family"- but I seriously doubt she will ever buy anything other than a BMW- or possibly a Nissan. It's not a status issue, she simply prefers the way they drive and in particular she is reluctant to give up the level of service our BMW dealer provides.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I would give the verano a fighting chance as my next vehicle if it passes muster with the fit and finish and mileage figures. It also has to have that "FTD" feature, "fun to drive", the one Backy talks about. But he's right, my next, and possibly last, vehicle has to have that "FTD" variable in spades as driving should be fun. With this job now, I've relearned this and have fun in whatever vehicle they put me in, even the lowly Chevy Spark I drove recently...it was extremely noisy but that was the only real drawback as it drove acceptably and could scoot along the freeway nicely. Cranking up the tunes made a big difference so if I had to drive another one in the future, I'd be fine with it. I usually have been lucky enough to get a vehicle which I'm happy with and really have not had a bad ride, except that horrible, miled up Chevy Cruze...felt like a Flintstone car but it got me where I needed to go. luckily some of the others always want the Cruze so I have given one up numerous times now without a word. A win/win for us all and brownie points for me! Really, if another co-worker really has a strong preference for whatever I have that day, I gladly switch with them as I usually get the better car or one I've not had yet. And I really want to try every car at least once just to drive them. Again, a win/win for me here every day I can work!
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
2016 Audi A7 3.0T S Line, 2021 Subaru WRX
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Ford built a stunning car with the new Fusion, they need to make it hold up and initial reports indicate it may not. GM might have a car that will hold up but it's not stunning. Chrysler/Fiat, keep trying. The new Dart and GC aren't bad looking but rebuilding goodwill is like nailing jello to a tree.