2013-11-08, 21:10 | Link #381 |
思想工作
Join Date: Mar 2008
Location: Vereinigte Staaten
Age: 31
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I have a driver's licence, but I dread driving and don't really consider myself qualified except maybe to take an automatic out to somewhere I've practiced a lot on. Also, the smaller the car I'm driving, the easier I can pretend it's a bike. Tomorrow I plan to take a stick-shift car to go shopping. It's gonna suck.
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2013-11-09, 12:16 | Link #385 |
Les Pays Bass
Join Date: Jun 2011
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Speaking of Audis, I always see a white R8 drive around town. The thing is beautiful. I also got a decent look at it while stopped at a red light and noticed that the driver looks about the same age as me, which makes me even more jelly. D:
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2013-11-09, 17:37 | Link #387 |
The Interstellar Medium
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Join Date: May 2008
Location: [SWE]
Age: 34
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Volvofag. Currently driving a 2000 Volvo S70, first car purchase ever. It works just fine, just like a Volvo should, but since it's an older model, the lack of an AUX is terribly annoying. The type of stereo makes it a pain to change, too. But for the price I gave, it's top quality in every other area.
And the difference between an S70 and a -99 Seat Cordoba (which I borrowed for 2 months prior to the Volvo), is hilarious. The former feels like a brick on wheels while the latter is made out of paper. In a few years, I'll upgrade to a V70. Or, if dreams would come true, a Shelby GT.
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2013-11-09, 18:59 | Link #388 | |
Deadpan Snarker
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: The Neverlands
Age: 46
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Though I warned him, if he bought the V8 instead of the V10, I'd consider him a loser ...he bought a V8 To throw salt in the wound, when he sold it, he had to take a 50% loss
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2013-11-09, 19:04 | Link #389 | |
Boo, you whore
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S70s are nice though.
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2013-11-09, 20:34 | Link #391 | |
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Join Date: Nov 2013
Age: 30
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@NorthernFallout Reminded me of Breaking Bad. |
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2013-11-11, 04:39 | Link #393 | |
Asuki-tan Kairin ↓
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Fürth (GER)
Age: 43
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But its true Audi parts are kinda expensive, not as expensive as japanese imports though (here in europe). Many japanese cars are very reliable from what I heard, so more expensive parts do not pose a problem. However, I have yet to find one with appealing looks alround that is not a Lexus LFA.
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2014-01-31, 17:24 | Link #394 |
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I'm in the market to buy a new car soon and I have a few options to choose from.
2014 Mazda3 2015 VW GTI 2013/14 Scion FR-S (Subaru BRZ) All those options, at their highest trims, are under $30k. I understand each fulfill different markets, but I'd like some input on them to help me come to a decision. I'm also open to suggestions to other cars similar to those listed. |
2014-01-31, 22:11 | Link #395 | |
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Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Location?
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Though I also like the Nissan performance line as well...
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2014-02-01, 12:57 | Link #397 | |
He Without a Title
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: The land of tempura
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Those are all lustworthy cars for me. The 3 is the sensible every day choice, the GT86 is the best small rear-wheel driven car currently available (or the only one ) and the GTI is a bonkers front wheel drive machine. I would probably go for the GT86 because I don't need back seats but the Mazda is a sweet ride. It all depends on what you need.
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2014-02-01, 20:48 | Link #398 |
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Could you elaborate on your opinion of the GTI? I think I'm leaning more towards a sporty hatch. The Mazda3, as far as appearances go, makes a better sedan than it does hatch, IMO.
Have to admit the GT86 is extremely tempting, but I think I would prefer having the extra utility from a hatch/sedan since it'll be my primary vehicle. I'm a little disappointed, however, the US won't be getting a 2-door option for the GTI... |
2014-02-02, 07:01 | Link #399 | |
He Without a Title
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: The land of tempura
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Also: Matt Farah seems to like it I was trying to think of a few alternatives to the GTI and came up with a blank. You folks in the US really don't get much hot hatchbacks do you? No BMW 1 series, no Renault Megane RS, no Opel/Vauxhaul Astra... That's really hard to get options. The only alternative I can see is the Focus ST but I've seen conflicting opinions on it's ride. :/ On the other hand I'm in a poor European country and a GTI costs about 50k USD so...
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2014-02-02, 11:46 | Link #400 |
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Thanks a lot for your input! I might just pick up the GTI, but I'm seeing varying release times for the car. either spring 2014 or early '15. Hope more news comes up sooner than later.
That video review of the 2010 model seemed pretty consistent with the reviews I've read of the '15 model. You're absolutely right about the hot hatch options available in the states. The Civic Type-R isn't even sold here. |
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