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[Polysorbate80]

And fuck SUV's....there damn need to drive a damn tank on the roads.

Pfft...who among us *wouldn't* drive an actual tank on the roads if we could get our grubby mitts on one...?  Especially in California or Texas, both of which have a plentitude of drivers the world would be better off without :)

And yeah, don't drive your pickup or SUV like a car, and you won't fucking roll over like that.  Problem solved.

[Pococurante]

Pfft...who among us *wouldn't* drive an actual tank on the roads if we could get our grubby mitts on one...?

Sign me up.  I'd clear downtown Ft. Worth in no time.

[Strazos]

Ok, so my allusion was ill-placed, but still...

There is no need to be driving an SUV, at least for about 98% of Americans.

[Yegolev]

Never had any problems with maneuverability,

Depends on your notion of a "problem".  I don't want to be immodest, but I can put that extended-cab into places most people would not dream of putting a Miata, generally ten or fifteen mph above the posted limit, too.  I love the Dodge truck because of it's amazing drivability and how the controls are so responsive; when I drive a Ford or Chevy I tend to weave and brake too late.

It's just that I have reached the limits of what I can do with this machine, particularly when cornering.  The tradeoff with something smaller is that to successfully drive in the ATL, you almost need an offroad vehicle in places.  A rally-ish car like the WRX seems like a good compromise.  I also miss my stick shift.

[Polysorbate80]

You brought up the maneuverability bit, sounded like it was a problem at times for ya, guess I misread :)  As I said, the only trouble I've ever had was easily fixed with $30 worth of paint.

I likes me my truck. 

[Pococurante]

I don't want to be immodest, but I can put that extended-cab into places most people would not dream of putting a Miata, generally ten or fifteen mph above the posted limit, too.  I love the Dodge truck because of it's amazing drivability and how the controls are so responsive; when I drive a Ford or Chevy I tend to weave and brake too late.

That scratch across your paint job was me. You'd already know that but I ran you off the road and blinded you with pepper spray just before I bludgeoned your ass.

[voodoolily]

Gah, is this still a car thread?

I want a Prius, or some other hybrid. Or, if I really had my druthers, I'd be driving a baby blue 76 Lincoln Continental converted to hybrid. Eco-friendly pimp mobile ftw!

[WayAbvPar]

I want a Prius, or some other hybrid.

I was going to buy a hybrid last summer, but there was a 6 month waiting list for all the good ones (Toyota and Honda). Only in Seattle...I could go to the Midwest and have my pick of colors, I bet!

My next car will probably be a hybrid- I am hoping that there will be more to choose from in 5 years.

[voodoolily]

You should try Portland. Then you wouldn't hafta pay sales tax either!

[kaid]

If you get a hybrid make sure you get a good warranty on the battery cells. Up north in wisconsin they have had some issues such as estimated time between replacements of the 7k battery of every 3 years.

My friend got one and managed to get a 10 year warranty on the battery cell so at least if he has problems he can point at them and laugh as they have to pony the cash for it.

Frankly if you want a car that gets very good milage look into the little volkswagon disel's. Those things gas milage is often BETTER than the hybrids and a good deal cheaper.

kaid

[Pococurante]

Frankly if you want a car that gets very good milage look into the little volkswagon disel's. Those things gas milage is often BETTER than the hybrids and a good deal cheaper.

That's what I commute with - Passat TDI.  I average 75mph with the A/C blowing full blast and get 40mpg.  If I baby it the average is around 44mpg.  Punchy little car too.

[Sky]

Or, if I really had my druthers,

Content to stand alone
Waiting, watching, guarding Granny's home
His face reflecting simple joy
But he is not a happy Plaster boy
"Careful sonny, not too close
Unless you want a lethal dose
of hardening..."
Patiently waiting for some shade
Wishing he could run away
Supressing any urge to roam
Such devotion from a little gnome
I once saw a calico that thought he could fly
And then the lanky Doberman that tinkled in my eye
A pacifict by nature, with amble common sense
But if I had my druthers, I'd rather be a fence
Now Granny, she's a good one, she shines me now and then
ANd come around this springtime, I'm due for paint again
On keeping Granny comfy, I try and earn my keep
I'm just wishing I had some eyelids, so I could get some sleep

-Les Claypool & The Holy Mackerel

[Polysorbate80]

You should try Portland. Then you wouldn't hafta pay sales tax either!

I'm pretty sure Washington would force him to pay sales tax on it before licensing it.

[Furiously]

They do - you just need to pay VDL off a bit to keep it in her name and keep it licensed in Oregon.

[WayAbvPar]

But then I would have fugly Oregon plates and everyone would throw things at me.

[Strazos]

But But But....Hybrids are Boring.

And they don't have the grunt, or the looks, I am looking for. They're either lame little econoboxes, are ugly small-size SUV's. Ick.

[WayAbvPar]

Remember, I am in my 30s and married. I don't need a car to prove my masculinity or virility, I just need to get to work.

[Shockeye]

Remember, I am in my 30s and married. I don't need a car to prove my masculinity or virility, I just need to get to work.

Which is why god created Saturn and Kia.

[WayAbvPar]

Notice I said "GET" to work. Saturn and Kia make that a dicey proposition. They don't cost much because they are shoddily made (the Kia more so than the Saturn).

[Shockeye]

Notice I said "GET" to work. Saturn and Kia make that a dicey proposition. They don't cost much because they are shoddily made (the Kia more so than the Saturn).

I'm sure if you had your way we'd all be driving Hondas.

[Strazos]

Remember, I am in my 30s and married. I don't need a car to prove my masculinity or virility, I just need to get to work.

Neither do I. I need a car that is fun to drive, because I like driving.

[WayAbvPar]

Get a job as a courier. That will cure you of your love of driving in a big fat fucking hurry.

[voodoolily]

But then I would have fugly Oregon plates and everyone would throw things at me.

You should talk! Washington is Oregon's white-trash cousin, and no one there can drive (except Seattlites. Is that what they're called? Well, it should be.). And our plates are fine, thank you very much! I like salmon.

BTW, Sauced and I are coming up for a few days after Labor Day Weekend. We should all go to the Garage or something for drinks.

[WayAbvPar]

Holla at me a few days in advance and we will see if we can get something arranged.

[voodoolily]

I ain't no hollaback girl.

[Merusk]

Notice I said "GET" to work. Saturn and Kia make that a dicey proposition. They don't cost much because they are shoddily made (the Kia more so than the Saturn).

I really like my Saturn and haven't had any problems with it so far. My sister's last 2 cars (She leases, sucker.) also haven't ever had any problems. I got a 2002 previously-leased SE 300 with full features and 22k miles for 12.5. (only suckers buy new)  I don't treat cars nice or drive them short trips, either.  I've already put another 20k miles on it in that timeframe.  
  
The Honda Accords we looked at were 7k more for older cars (2000 or 2001) with higher milage (35+k).  We went on a day it was raining and they all had trunks full of water and rust spots around the seal.  Two of the three "Honda Certified Vehicles" also wouldn't start without being jumped.  

Yeah, I'll pass on Honda, thx.

(Oh, as for Hybrids, yes they don't sell in the Midwest.  The dealer we went to was Cincy's biggest Honda dealer and they had 2 they were trying to move.  They said not many people were interested/ asking about them when we inquired.)

[Strazos]

I ain't no hollaback girl.

Just stop it.

[AOFanboi]

I like salmon.

Washington is a fake Norway. I am from the real thing, and I don't like salmon. Phhhpt!

[Yegolev]

That scratch across your paint job was me. You'd already know that but I ran you off the road and blinded you with pepper spray just before I bludgeoned your ass.

Don't you let men drive in Texas?

[Yegolev]

Get a job as a courier. That will cure you of your love of driving in a big fat fucking hurry.

Or get a one-hour-one-way commute.  I used to like driving.  Now I just want to spend less that $40 a week on gas and/or less than ten hours a week behind the wheel.

[Hanzii]

I like salmon.

Washington is a fake Norway. I am from the real thing, and I don't like salmon. Phhhpt!

That's like living in a brothel and not liking pussy... or something.
Salmon's nice... just not that bland farmed stuff. Gotta be wild salmon. And every American car pictured in this thread (except possibly one) is still ugly.

[stray]

And every American car pictured in this thread (except possibly one) is still ugly.

And that would be the Stingray...

Whether you think so or not.

[MrHat]

Get a job as a courier. That will cure you of your love of driving in a big fat fucking hurry.

Or get a one-hour-one-way commute.  I used to like driving.  Now I just want to spend less that $40 a week on gas and/or less than ten hours a week behind the wheel.

/nod

I roll in a 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue GX.  It works.  Good engine it seems.  Doesn't like gas though.

[Sky]

I roll

[Strazos]

And every American car pictured in this thread (except possibly one) is still ugly.

You, sir, are wrong.