Author Topic: Cars (Read 64679 times)

1839cc · « **on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 00:27:36 »

What (if anything) do you drive?
I'll start:

I have a 1990 Mazda Protege (BG).

zwmalone · « **Reply #1 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 00:29:52 »

maroon '95 Buick Century Special with 133k miles on it

No airbags, bald tires and a bad tranny. She gets me where I need to go.

ricercar · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 00:38:19 »

1990 Camry

Radiator patched with duct tape, needs to be filled before every trip. Speed must be kept below 65 MPH.
Electrical problem - 50 Amp switch in series with battery, needs to be turned off after every trip.
No passenger air bag. Hey, my son can ride in front!
29 MPG
Runs.

1839cc · « **Reply #3 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 00:52:03 »

@ zwmalone
My parents have a 98 buick LeSabre with no first gear. Why no airbags in 95?

@ ricercar
A friend of mine just sold a 91 Camry. Great cars.

@ all
Got pics?

AndrewZorn · « **Reply #4 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 03:10:03 »

1991 Toyota MR2 Turbo
Nautical Blue, Black Leather interior (seats replaced with cloth seats), T-Tops
~270rwhp, '93 trans/LSD, upgraded suspension, wheels/tires, sound (last 2, conservative!)
going to do some major power upgrades when i get home
some issues, but not enough to stop me from it being my only car, they will be fixed too.

iMav · « **Reply #5 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 05:03:59 »

2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse GS

lowpoly · « **Reply #6 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 05:49:47 »

Posted before:

The Thunderbird isn't road ready at the moment. Hopefully next year.

didjamatic · « **Reply #7 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 07:35:20 »

05 Subaru Forester XT w/STI Conversion
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gf4x3D-hZ0g

Mnemonix · « **Reply #8 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 07:59:26 »

Oh well, I only have a 1986 Golf 2... It's still going strong after ~220,000 km. (That would be 220 Mm, right? :wink:)

itlnstln · « **Reply #9 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 08:12:49 »

I have a 2007 Ford Edge SEL AWD. This isn't mine, but I have the same color and trim package (leather, nav, vista roof, 20" rims, etc.). Mine is quite a bit dirtier right now.

hyperlinked · « **Reply #10 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 08:20:39 »

I'm behind the wheel of a 2000 Volkswagen Passat and apparently I got my VW just in time before they became lemons (at least the US models). I hear that the quality level of VW's have returned, but a friend of mine got the same car a year later and his car's always going in the shop for one thing or another. Mine's been a model citizen.

It's a great car. I care only about it getting me somewhere, but it's a good ride and I still get a huge kick out of the dark blue and red neon colored dashboard lights. No leather seats for me though. I can't stand the feel or the temperature qualities of leather. There's a moonroof and a rubber ducky with blinking LED lights on the dash.

(Not mine, but it looks virtually the same)

Hakhu · « **Reply #11 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 08:30:46 »

2005 BMW 316ti E46.

This is not a picture of mine. Just some random picture of the exact same model and configuration (except for the rims, I got slightly different ones).

My first own car. Had to share a Opel Corsa 1.0 (Series B) before with my sister.

rdjack21 · « **Reply #12 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 09:00:36 »

2009 RTL Honda Ridgline - Needed something that will fit the whole family but still let me haul stuff in the back and a camper. Still have a few upgrades to do to it.
1) Need to add a Backflip HD Tonneau cover
2) Put a bike rack on top of the Tonneau cover that way I can pull the camper and put the bikes over the bed and still have room under the cover for camping gear. For now the bikes go in the bed just fine.

Computer-Lab in Basement · « **Reply #13 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 09:23:29 »

Being 15, I don't have a car yet, but I am looking into getting the 1984 Chevy El Camino that is for sale just down the street from my house. The guy is asking for $1500, but can probaly get it for 1 grand. It will need some work, but it will be great for my first car.

itlnstln · « **Reply #14 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 09:29:41 »

I missed out on a '71 (IIRC) El Camino with a 450 Turbo and a Corvette transmission. It had a fresh paintjob, new Crager rims, and a new interior; it just needed some trim work. He was selling it for $1700. I should have bought it.

El Caminos don't look like much, but they're beasts.

erricrice · « **Reply #15 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 11:20:24 »

I drive the Office Space special:

Beige '96 Corolla with 148k miles on it:

No real problems other than a belt that you have to tighten every once in a while(stripped lock bolt needs replacing once I get to it....)

rdjack21 · « **Reply #16 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 11:47:12 »

Corolla's are great cars. I had one with 280k miles on it before I replaced it.

GenEric35 · « **Reply #17 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 11:59:07 »

hah! you've asked for it, snowstorm yesterday here, going to go outside and take some pics, brb

complete with tribute to Che and some keyboards

1839cc · « **Reply #18 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 12:02:29 »

Quote from: webwit;140848

I drive a piece of ****, because driving is hell where I live and subsequently I don't care about cars except as a tool to get me from A to B. Like there would be no use buying a quality keyboard if you were restricted to 30wpm. Also I live downtown, with narrow streets and parking spaces and no own parking space. Any car will get scratched. For real travel I rent something nice.

Now I really want to see it.

Quote from: Mnemonix;140889

Oh well, I only have a 1986 Golf 2... It's still going strong after ~220,000 km. (That would be 220 Mm, right? :wink:)

The Golf II is my favorite Golf. Not many left over here though.

didjamatic · « **Reply #19 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 13:16:14 »

Quote from: GenEric35;140950

complete with tribute to Che

Isn't Che that extremist guy who sold out and did those "It's so easy a caveman can do it" commercials for Geico?

j/k

Computer-Lab in Basement · « **Reply #20 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 14:27:00 »

Gemini? As in NASA's Gemini program? That was back in the 60's when they were happy to have a computer fit in a single room.

erricrice · « **Reply #21 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 16:57:31 »

Quote from: rdjack21;140947

Corolla's are great cars. I had one with 280k miles on it before I replaced it.

Yeah I can't wait to see how long this one will last me, I'm doing everything I can in the basic maintenance department to keep it up and running.

pfink · « **Reply #22 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:13:46 »

Quote from: Mnemonix;140889

Oh well, I only have a 1986 Golf 2... It's still going strong after ~220,000 km. (That would be 220 Mm, right? :wink:)

I had one of those. Bought it new in '86, it finally died on me in 2004 with >300,000 miles on it.

After that I ended up getting a 2002 Jetta but I seriously doubt it'll last me anywhere close to 18 years.

pfink · « **Reply #23 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:16:34 »

Quote from: ripster;140916

Not mine but I include to show my opinion of Jetta drivers. We have a lot of old trees in the hood.
Show Image

Aw, c'mon. We're not all bad drivers.

pfink · « **Reply #24 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:28:01 »

Quote from: ripster;141043

Not GOLF drivers but it has been scientifically proven Jetta drivers are theeeeeee worst.

I told my son that if he's crossing the street in front of a Jetta driver RUN!

Like I said, we're not all bad drivers (I bought a Jetta after my Golf died.)

Those Car Talk knuckleheads are giving us a bad name.

Shawn Stanford · « **Reply #25 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:32:00 »

Jake, a Guards Red '87 Porsche 944 turbo:

(Not mine, but mine is identical.)

Computer-Lab in Basement · « **Reply #26 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:32:54 »

I am going to be a great driver. I have a buddy of mine that will need to take some lessons though. He thinks the best think to do when you hit a patch of black ice is floor it.

1839cc · « **Reply #27 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:36:43 »

Quote from: Shawn Stanford;141049

Jake, a Guards Red '87 Porsche 944 turbo: (Not mine, but mine is identical.)

Do 944s have the engine in back? I haven't seen one in a while.

Computer-Lab in Basement · « **Reply #28 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:48:46 »

The car I was looking at getting:

1984 Chevy Chevette. Was on a list for the top 50 worst cars ever made. My dad had one. He had to take out a loan to get it back in 1984. The bank suggested he get a different car...

AndrewZorn · « **Reply #29 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 17:53:46 »

Quote from: 1839cc;141054

Do 944s have the engine in back? I haven't seen one in a while.

nope
so not really a real porsche (kidding) (but funny how toyotas got you beat in the sports car department) (still no one cares)
but still really nice, i wanted one but couldnt find anything in good condition
still kind of want a 968

EDIT nice STi
if i could have afforded one...

1839cc · « **Reply #30 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 18:04:24 »

Quote from: AndrewZorn;141075

nope
so not really a real porsche (kidding) (but funny how toyotas got you beat in the sports car department) (still no one cares)
but still really nice, i wanted one but couldnt find anything in good condition
still kind of want a 968

EDIT nice STi
if i could have afforded one...

Hahaha probably water cooled too.

Seriously though I like the 944.

And that is a nice STI.

AndrewZorn · « **Reply #31 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 18:20:45 »

good call...

front engine
4 cylinder
liquid cooled
made by audi
...PORSCHE!

but again all playin
i like them a lot too

GenEric35 · « **Reply #32 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 18:57:43 »

Quote from: AndrewZorn;141075

nope
so not really a real porsche (kidding) (but funny how toyotas got you beat in the sports car department) (still no one cares)
but still really nice, i wanted one but couldnt find anything in good condition
still kind of want a 968

EDIT nice STi
if i could have afforded one...

thanks, it's not the greatest looking STi out there, but it's fun to drive all year round, especially in winter like this

ricercar · « **Reply #33 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 19:14:16 »

now i miss my '90 MR2 turbo. *snif*

itlnstln · « **Reply #34 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 19:21:06 »

Quote from: ricercar;141166

now i miss my '90 MR2 turbo. *snif*

With a name like "ricercar," I was expecting a '97 Acura Integra with headers, a coffee can exhaust, and clear corners. You disappoint me.

rdjack21 · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 21:08:24 »

My 7 year old son has informed me that he expects to get this car when he turns 16:

hyperlinked · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 22:28:47 »

Quote from: rdjack21;141227

My 7 year old son has informed me that he expects to get this car when he turns 16:

Don't disappoint him:
http://www.amazon.com/Mattel-Speed-Racer-Battle-Morph/dp/B000W60ELC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1260505679&sr=8-2

You'll have to get the current occupant out of the driver's seat though.

ricercar · « **Reply #37 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 22:41:31 »

Quote from: itlnstln;141170

With a name like "ricercar," I was expecting a '97 Acura Integra with headers, a coffee can exhaust, and clear corners. You disappoint me.

Become accustomed to disappointment. A ricercar is a fugue, nothing to do with automobiles.

ricercar · « **Reply #38 on:** Thu, 10 December 2009, 23:55:49 »

Quote from: ripster;141241

if you get more keyboards in transit it'll blow up to a full blown Symphony!

Not likely to happen soon. This was post-unemployment binge spending. When these keyboards all arrive, the wife will probably look at the checkbook and realize how much I've spent, and make me put them under the Christmas tree. Plus I'm starting to get frugal conservativism again ... easy now that I have new toys to distract me. Bwah ha ha!

itlnstln · « **Reply #39 on:** Fri, 11 December 2009, 08:24:11 »

Quote from: ripster;141195

Musical term. What DOES your girlfriend see in you if you don't study classical music???

I know this; I studied Classical music in high school (I also sang in Madrigal group). I was going for some play on words humor and ended up with some epic fail.

The problem is "reeche-care" sounds nothing like "ryser-car."

ricercar · « **Reply #40 on:** Fri, 11 December 2009, 16:41:01 »

Quote from: itlnstln;141314

I was going for some play on words humor and ended up with some epic fail.

The problem is "reeche-care" sounds nothing like "ryser-car."

Fail not. I just have this chip on my shoulder about Rice-boys and cars that I never expected when I read Godel Escher Bach in the late 70s. I like recursion in art, programming, and music, and the "researcher" etymology was a fit, too.

Shawn Stanford · « **Reply #41 on:** Fri, 11 December 2009, 16:47:23 »

Quote

Do 944s have the engine in back? I haven't seen one in a while.

Nah, they're front. And they're a lot less 'Audi' than the 924; the 924 had an Audi-designed engine while the 944 had a Porsche-designed engine (basically half the 928 engine).

Speaking of which: I also have a badly beaten 928 tucked into one corner of the garage. I got it for a song, but it needs some TLC...

ricercar · « **Reply #42 on:** Fri, 11 December 2009, 18:04:07 »

My Uncle-in-law calls his Porsche 928 the "Six Million dollar car". Apparently he had some money back in the 70s-80s and spent half on Microsoft stock and half on the 928. He's a rich man, but apparently could have been richer.

vyshane · « **Reply #43 on:** Sun, 13 December 2009, 22:54:16 »

2006 NC MX-5, 3rd Generation Limited Edition.

Not the fastest car in a straight line, but it's RWD, light and very fun in the corners. Love it to bits.

I also have a 2003 Mitsubishi Lancer Coupe.

1839cc · « **Reply #44 on:** Sun, 13 December 2009, 22:58:52 »

InSanCen · « **Reply #45 on:** Fri, 18 December 2009, 17:37:26 »

I prefer my "cars" with 2 and 3 wheels...

I want to build something along the lines of "Jagged Edge" (Twin Turbo V12 Bike), but with 3 wheels and, although I would settle for a Jaguar V12, I would prefer a BMW one, or, if miracles happened and money just fell out of the sky, an Aston Martin one...

In the real world however, I currently drive or ride... nothing at all... I'm letting my insurance people settle down after laughing at me trying to insure a Twin Turbo V8 Trike (800+ at the rear wheels on fairly low boost, and 3 driving bans tend to hurt your premiums somewhat). I think I might just wait for a bit before I buy anything worth mentioning.

iMav · « **Reply #46 on:** Sat, 02 January 2010, 12:29:00 »

1973 Ford Maverick

didjamatic · « **Reply #47 on:** Sat, 02 January 2010, 12:33:55 »

Dang that is one clean Maverick. My first car was a 67 Merc Cougar that my grandfather and I spend 2 years building out of 2 cars, I miss working on those old engines.

ricercar · « **Reply #48 on:** Sat, 02 January 2010, 14:12:07 »

My car broke 22 miles from home Thursday. I hate cars.

spolia optima · « **Reply #49 on:** Sat, 02 January 2010, 14:59:33 »

2009 Kia Spectra. It's probably going to last well over a decade. Payed cash up front, 5 grand, fact. rebate + 2500 for my POS clunker = pretty much free car.

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Author Topic: Cars (Read 64679 times)