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I suppose run flats won't flex as much, so you might have less "give" in the sidewall, but really handling is about suspension, tire compound, and even corner weighting. Everyone talks about Minis cornering "like they were on rails" but that changes dramatically on a bumpy surface. Then you don't know where the hell the car is going to go.
'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
My BIL did this with his BMW 550. Turns out that even though he had runflats, there was a spare in the trunk too. Odd.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Turns out I do! Nothing needed there. They did change my plugs and cabin air filter and battery - all for a low, low price of $277! Also, got a quote on some Kumho tires. For size 195/65R15's 4 of them will be $475 + tax. They have a price match guarantee - even if you've already had them installed at Frontier Kia (whatever tire you end up choosing) they'll match what a competitor would've charged you. So, if Goodyear in Dodge installs the same tires for $450 Frontier Kia will refund you $25!
And, of course, I had to avail myself of dealer coffee and a 2016 Kia Soul brochure. Knew a salesman would hone in on me (duh!!) and he did. They have a 2014 Soul dark green 6-speed with 18,000 miles on it selling for $14,995. Took a seat in it and started it up and took a look at the interior, dash, stick and steering wheel. Revved her up a bit. Liked what I saw but continually heard Mrs.iluv's voice saying "We don't need a new car...I like our Soul! That would be stupid to do now, iluvmysephia1." Ahh...we've only got 58,558 miles on our Soul and it is running like a champ. Why spoil a good thing - all we need is some fresh rubber and we're ready to rock and ride for a long while.
Spent 10-15 minutes explaining to the salesman that I had to try and live in the same household as my wife and this is not for us right now. He wanted to do a "soft pull" on our credit. I refused ta fill out the form! But now if I go back there to get their good tire offer I will have this guy tagging along with me as I oogle the new Optima's.
They will get the new Kia GT sports sedan - this salesman at least has heard of the new sporty RWD Kia sedan in development right now. Usually the car buffs out-knowledge their salespeople, right?
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
One of my rules is never get the same thing twice!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2021 Kia Soul LX 6-speed stick
I had runflats on my E90 and never had a problem with them, but the ride was very firm. I think a lot of tire noise issues are exacerbated by "sawtooth" edge wear which is normal to some extent, but can be evened out by doing cross rotations if your tires are non-directional. A lot of shops just swap front to rear on the same side and never cross rotate, even if the tires are non-directional. That doesn't even out the edge wear and the tires will continue to wear in that pattern and get noisier.
http://www.mypreownedmercedes.com/used/2013/mercedes/c300/2013-mercedes-c300-white-rallye-motors-for-sale-wddgf8ab1dr276903 - this one is a 2013 with 27K miles. No Xenons & No Pano Roof (I can live without both of these). $28K
http://www.mypreownedmercedes.com/used/2014/mercedes/c300/2014-mercedes-c300-silver-mercedes-of-white-plains-for-sale-wddgf8ab6er307645 - Here's a 2014 with 13K miles. Palladium Silver. Pano Roof, No Xenons. $32,895
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
My only experience is with all-seasons on an SUV. But, in that application, I don't think you can tell the difference. By all accounts, on a performance-oriented vehicle with low profile size, it really shows up.
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Have been kept very busy at work these last few weeks and hoping to get more hours while we are in season. Funny, driving all these brand new vehicles does not feel like work...getting up in the morning is no longer a big deal because I love this job!!!
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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)
2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,
Not sure who it was, but another Hertz person stepped in and offered me a Q50 for the same money as my "intermediate" to make up for the mixup.
I accepted.
Not sure the year, but it had about 20K miles. As always with Infinitis, the 3.5L is the best part of the car.. Brakes needed replacing. Trans was willing to kick down. But again, the steering really lets the car down. One second it's light as a feather, literally the next second it tightens up considerably. Weird feeling. Had the car for two days and 100+ moles...never could feel good about it.
For less money, I still think the G37 is the better car, albeit behind the automotive curve and thirsty. Arguably, better looking, too.
2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech, 2006 Acura TL w/nav
'17 Chevy Volt Premiere
They may cost a fortune and can't be repaired most of the time, but at least no one outside of a dealer in a major metropolitan area can deal with them, and even at that you may have to wait "a day or two."
What's not to like?
That would be great driving new cars on a frequent basis. I went to the Hertz used car site. Looks like most have high 40-50k on them. I didn't realize they were keeping them that long. I thought they got turned in around 30k.
2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech, 2006 Acura TL w/nav
They also buy all makes and models as I've driven most of them. But will agree that Dodge/Chrysler and the Korean twins are a large percentage of the fleet. But, they've both come a long way in improving quality and driveability of their models!
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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)
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
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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)
'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
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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
Of course, with my car they had an excuse for deleting the spare - there is a hulking big traction battery back in the cargo area...
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/comment/5157224/#Comment_5157224
In general, though, one plug and you've paid for the repair kit, so they're definitely a handy investment. Add a 12v compressor to that, and you're in great shape! I'll admit that I don't always have a compressor on me, but that's because if I keep one in my car in the winter time and actually have to use it, it will most likely shred those plastic gears inside and/or break the flimsy power cord in cold temps, so why bother?
I always take a compressor on my annual fishing trips, though, because those typically involve sand driving, so I want to deflate and inflate the car (and trailer) tires depending on need. On that trip, I also take a full-size spare in addition to the donut, as I have room for a full-size (due to trailer) and would NOT want to be stuck using a donut while pulling/carrying that load!
If you have a blowout, though, your only option is replacement, and nothing short of a spare is going to get you clear. AAA is great if you're in civilized areas, but I sure wouldn't want to rely on it traveling in most areas of Alaska or through Canada to America.
2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2014 MINI Countryman S ALL4
An interesting toy. Love the colors. and the pedal count. No clue if the price makes sense though.
http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2007-chevrolet-corvette-2dr_coupe-used-14460312.html
And more infinitis! even lower mile G37, and lighter interior. Not as highly optioned though.
http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2013-infiniti-g37_sedan-4dr_x_awd-used-14460365.html
and if you want lousy steering, a Q50. would probably save the money and get a lower mile G37 instead.
http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2014-infiniti-q50-4dr_sedan_awd_premium-used-14461365.html
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
one thing I really miss is the big range. a 16 gallon tank is too small. Even when I hyper it and get in the 28 range, it still isn't that much. And if I am only getting 25 on a run, 300 miles and looking for a station! around town, getting in the high teens, 200 miles is about it.
the Sonata spoiled me. I have filled that up and the TC resets to over 500 MTE. still not as good as the rental passat I had (a 2.5l slug). that was at about 560 when we got it, and as we drove (slower highway) it actually went up to hit 600.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Funny enough, my Dad drove a MkI GTI when he was my age, about 30 years ago.
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'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
Good fix, btw.