Giant Robot
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Fun cars, but hard to drive. That car is very prone to snap oversteer. 3SGTE (turbo) were somewhat reliable if i remember. The transmission is bulletproof though. As cool as they sound on paper, I'd probably never want to own one.
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Fun cars, but hard to drive. That car is very prone to snap oversteer. 3SGTE (turbo) were somewhat reliable if i remember. The transmission is bulletproof though. As cool as they sound on paper, I'd probably never want to own one.
The 3sgte is a good motor. They had some gasket issues due to heat in the mr2 which is why so many ppl i know that had them made sure to get some performance electric fans and scoops installed. They are great handling cars though. Like most mid engines they exhibit snap oversteer as they have a lower theshold time of play while corning but i consider that to be playful personally. If you can find one not beat at a good price go for it.
runningjoke
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That's not as bad as the French pronunciation.
merde
We just sold my wife's Focus hatchback (2005) and ready to buy something else.
She's sold on the Jetta Sportwagen TDI + 6spd manual. Thoughts before we go for it? Anything I should know about before buying a VW?
I was pretty impressed with it myself. The low-end is a bit weak but once the turbo spools up in the mid range it has a surprisingly decent amount of power for such an engine.
She's sold on the Jetta Sportwagen TDI + 6spd manual. Thoughts before we go for it? Anything I should know about before buying a VW?
I was pretty impressed with it myself. The low-end is a bit weak but once the turbo spools up in the mid range it has a surprisingly decent amount of power for such an engine.
The electronics in VWs are still rubbish if my anecdotal observance of the rear tail lights is any measure - however, my co-worker, a racing enthusiast with an awesome name, drives a td Golf and she LOVES that shit. I relaize it';s a lot bigger, but I think the Sportwagen looks great and has sweet equipment. The engine is a no-brainer.
As much as I want a VW diesel I just can't get over the poor reliability. As long as they offer an extended warranty for free (haggle that shit) I'd get one. I love the styling of the Jetta.
BruiserBear
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I'd agree with this.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
The good thing is that it's 2 years away, which gives me time to buy out the 370Z, I'm probably keeping it for quite a while. It's stick. It's rare. It's holding its value all too well, shockingly. I don't see myself parting with it the same way I did the 350Z. We'll see...
The bad thing is that it's 2 years. I see a 2012 GT-R parked in my neighborhood every day and I want to punch this asshole who parks it on the street with all of the other parallel parkers out there. Anyway, every time I see it...I want it. Bad. Real, real bad.
iSurvivedTheOutage
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Alright Autogaf I have a battery light on in my truck. I went under the hood and noticed I had some clipped Voltage regulator wires. Ordered the parts, fixed it...and the battery light is still on in the cab...any ideas?
33-Hit-Combo
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And then you'll need to consider the waiting list... The Evoque had a lead time as long as 14 months for some.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
I definitely plan on getting my name on that list.
Evoque is such a nice car, pricey for what it is though but I love the fact that it's compact yet spacious inside. It has a small footprint but it looks big from a distance too.
Not to mention it drives nice and gets 30MPG on the highway so not bad for it's class.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
I don't care about the Evoque, dude. LOL
We're talking about the Jag's inevitable wait list.
Khalifa Jayy
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Parents just signed for one of these bad boys:
Getting it delivered this weekend or early next week. GORGEOUS.
Getting it delivered this weekend or early next week. GORGEOUS.
33-Hit-Combo
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I live near JLR's main base of op, and I've heard the F-Type on the road camo'd up. I can tell you there is no audio trickery in those PR vids! This thing sounds insane.
Parents just signed for one of these bad boys:
Getting it delivered this weekend or early next week. GORGEOUS.
Very nice.
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AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Break in, rip off the camo, take pics, and profit!
Oh then I definitely agree with you on that, Jag's future lineup looks amazing.
And as a followup, anyone ever played with any of these?
MFD2
Scangauge II
Dashdaq
Ultragauge
Kiwi WIFI / DM-100
MFD2
Scangauge II
Dashdaq
Ultragauge
Kiwi WIFI / DM-100
Shortt Sirket
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I have a favor to ask of AutoGAF, and if this is not allowed then I will remove this post.
I am on a show called "PassTime" this Wednesday night on SpeedTV. My mother(s), father and family really want to see me, but they don't have the channel. Is there anyone who can record the show convert it to a computer friendly format so I can share it with my family? Again, if this is not allowed here then I will remove this, but I am hoping it will be okay so my family can see me. I would even be willing to pay a little bit for doing all the work. Thanks again for even considering it.
And if anyone wants to watch me look like a tool, be sure to watch PassTime this Wednesday night at 7pm. It was filmed in Milan, Michigan and I am the guy in the "Suck Squish Bang Blow" shirt. You will know who I am because I will look like a freakin midget compared to everyone else on the show.
I am on a show called "PassTime" this Wednesday night on SpeedTV. My mother(s), father and family really want to see me, but they don't have the channel. Is there anyone who can record the show convert it to a computer friendly format so I can share it with my family? Again, if this is not allowed here then I will remove this, but I am hoping it will be okay so my family can see me. I would even be willing to pay a little bit for doing all the work. Thanks again for even considering it.
And if anyone wants to watch me look like a tool, be sure to watch PassTime this Wednesday night at 7pm. It was filmed in Milan, Michigan and I am the guy in the "Suck Squish Bang Blow" shirt. You will know who I am because I will look like a freakin midget compared to everyone else on the show.
FRS/BRZ Convertible Confirmed
Finally a MX-5 competitor. I like the styling better than the MX5. Hope they don't bother keeping the tiny rear seats.
Finally a MX-5 competitor. I like the styling better than the MX5. Hope they don't bother keeping the tiny rear seats.
From those pics it actually looks good. I am shocked and appalled. Maybe not 2013 but I am going to get a FRS (non convertible).
As it is I think it looks okay but when I compare it to the MX-5 I start to think it looks good, no idea why.
Various Artists
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Hi guys. I have been heavily. Considering a used Porsche Cayman S. I am a little weary of having a MR car and what repair costs could be. Anyone have any input? Thanks all!
I work there, and can say no more.
Giant Robot
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well, you'll be paying Porsche prices for maintenance. Not sure on what the heavy maintenance stuff on Cayman's are, but my friend pays $120 to get his oil changed at the Porsche dealership on his Cayman S.
Pretty irrelevant, but a clutch job on a 964/993/996 Carrera was something like $5k. Timing belt at 100k miles on my friends 968 was $1,100.
Best thing is to probably call up your local Porsche shops/dealers and get a maintenance interval quotes.
I believe there is a Porsche Carrera owner in this thread and he can provide more accurate info.
MiniBossBattle
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Anyone recommend an SUV for the Miss? I was thinking CRV or Sorento.
In that class, the recently redesigned Ford Escape and the Chevy Equinox are worth looking at.
Of the 4, I've only driven the Equinox and the Sorento. I felt the Equinox is better, but the Sorento is a good bit cheaper.
US News ranks vehicles by class. Here is their compact SUV/crossover list. How did I forget the RAV4?
ClassyPenguin
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Dy you really need the space/storage/towing and bigness of it, or can you get a crossover/5-door? because there are way more exciting and netter fuel economy choices out there.
Various Artists
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Thanks. That is pretty comparable to what my BMW 3 series costs. Hopefully others chime in!
Giant Robot
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I used to wrench on my own cars and got sick of it to the point where i pay to get my oil changed now. Haven't done any heavy stuff since almost 7 years ago now.
Never had experience of electronic boost gauges, only typical stuff like Defi, Apex, Autometer, etc.
Mazda CX5. Amazing deal. Handles great. Good gas mileage.
I have a mechanical boost gauge and haven't really used electronic ones before. But yeah, this sort of question would be better suited to a focused forum frequented by enthusiasts. It's an entertaining thread though.
No experience for boost gauges for me. Brakes, suspension, oil and I'm good lol.
Circle T
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Same. Many years of modified DSM ownership quickly wore me down on the "enjoyment" of working on my own car. >:[
33-Hit-Combo
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Sounds better and better each time.
I'm young and grew up in apartments, so not really tools to do major work. My dad's best friend growing up had an auto shop which I spent a lot of time in, but that was when i was <13 years so didn't really pick up much.
The most work I've done was helping a friend with his 2002 putting on a new exhaust and a few other things. I want to learn more, but I have nothing of worth. I'm the worst.
A4 is being facelifted for 2013 anyways...
I know. The 2013s are supposed to arrive within the next couple of months. More reasons to talk that puppy down, but I doubt it'll last that long on the lot.
But I still want a S5 more.
Black interiors suck as well, especially on a white car...
Silver/black is a decent combo, but overall I avoid buying cars with black exteriors (will never be clean) and black interiors (claustrophobic/shows dust)
My Speed6 has a black interior, and I perfectly fine with it. What's wrong with them? I would never ever ever ever ever buy beige.
Dusting a car down every couple of weeks is not a big deal to me. Fuck beige/brown.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Black interiors are claustrophobic and show dust? The fug?
Both my 370Z and Audi A6 have black interiors - both look minty clean. Every car I've ever owned, or had in my family, never had dusty seats. I have no idea what this even means.
And I would never buy black. Beige is 2nd choice, and my favorite color combo is maroon/red on silver as I had in my previous car:
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