I cannot find a damn car!!!
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Originally Posted by SteVTEC
LOL, here is your problem...
Do you see a theme here?
Anyways, I was having the same problem you were in that I just couldn't find anything that I wanted. The problem was cyclical though. The reason I couldn't find anything that I "wanted" was because Japanese cars are boring, but I was only considering Japanese cars because they're the most reliable. But I can't find anything I want to buy because they're boring and I don't want boring But I only consider Japanese because. they're relia..... screeeech
I've liked my nice and reliable Japanese cars too and they have certainly served me well, but they all have had one thing in common. They're BORING. Acutally, my 5spd Maxima is not bad, but the ride is choppy, the interior is incredibly noisey, and the steering is loose (characteristic), and it does not inspire confidence at all on twisty back roads.
For my next car, I have decided to force myself to go outside of my little comfort zone and try something else that is not Japanese. There's more to cars than JDPA dependability scores, and CR reliability survey rankings. With as boring as Japanese cars are, they sure as heck better be bulletproof, otherwise nobody would buy them. There are European and American cars out there that are 10-100x more exciting to me than anything Japan is making. And so what if I (god forbid) might have to take it into the dealership for an issue once in awhile? If the car makes you grin everytime you get in it and you enjoy it a ton, you're not going to care, because nobody else makes a car like that.
No more Japanese automotive appliances for me.
Do you see a theme here?
Anyways, I was having the same problem you were in that I just couldn't find anything that I wanted. The problem was cyclical though. The reason I couldn't find anything that I "wanted" was because Japanese cars are boring, but I was only considering Japanese cars because they're the most reliable. But I can't find anything I want to buy because they're boring and I don't want boring But I only consider Japanese because. they're relia..... screeeech
I've liked my nice and reliable Japanese cars too and they have certainly served me well, but they all have had one thing in common. They're BORING. Acutally, my 5spd Maxima is not bad, but the ride is choppy, the interior is incredibly noisey, and the steering is loose (characteristic), and it does not inspire confidence at all on twisty back roads.
For my next car, I have decided to force myself to go outside of my little comfort zone and try something else that is not Japanese. There's more to cars than JDPA dependability scores, and CR reliability survey rankings. With as boring as Japanese cars are, they sure as heck better be bulletproof, otherwise nobody would buy them. There are European and American cars out there that are 10-100x more exciting to me than anything Japan is making. And so what if I (god forbid) might have to take it into the dealership for an issue once in awhile? If the car makes you grin everytime you get in it and you enjoy it a ton, you're not going to care, because nobody else makes a car like that.
No more Japanese automotive appliances for me.
Originally Posted by DASHOCKER
OK Jonny How about a MIni Cooper S. It is 4cyl with go and excellent handeling.
How about a MIni Cooper S. It is 4cyl with go and excellent handeling.
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Originally Posted by DASHOCKER
OK Jonny How about a MIni Cooper S. It is 4cyl with go and excellent handeling.
How about a MIni Cooper S. It is 4cyl with go and excellent handeling.If I was going to spend $20k I would get another GS
Basically, my theory is, if I am going to spend $15k or more I would just buy another GS.
Yes, I am an idiot - but I know a good thing when I drive one
Jonny
Originally Posted by Dx3
S,
If I was going to spend $20k I would get another GS
Basically, my theory is, if I am going to spend $15k or more I would just buy another GS.
Yes, I am an idiot - but I know a good thing when I drive one
Jonny
If I was going to spend $20k I would get another GS
Basically, my theory is, if I am going to spend $15k or more I would just buy another GS.
Yes, I am an idiot - but I know a good thing when I drive one
Jonny
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From: Lake Ontario
Originally Posted by SteVTEC
LOL, here is your problem...
Do you see a theme here?
Anyways, I was having the same problem you were in that I just couldn't find anything that I wanted. The problem was cyclical though. The reason I couldn't find anything that I "wanted" was because Japanese cars are boring, but I was only considering Japanese cars because they're the most reliable. But I can't find anything I want to buy because they're boring and I don't want boring But I only consider Japanese because. they're relia..... screeeech
I've liked my nice and reliable Japanese cars too and they have certainly served me well, but they all have had one thing in common. They're BORING. Acutally, my 5spd Maxima is not bad, but the ride is choppy, the interior is incredibly noisey, and the steering is loose (characteristic), and it does not inspire confidence at all on twisty back roads.
For my next car, I have decided to force myself to go outside of my little comfort zone and try something else that is not Japanese. There's more to cars than JDPA dependability scores, and CR reliability survey rankings. With as boring as Japanese cars are, they sure as heck better be bulletproof, otherwise nobody would buy them. There are European and American cars out there that are 10-100x more exciting to me than anything Japan is making. And so what if I (god forbid) might have to take it into the dealership for an issue once in awhile? If the car makes you grin everytime you get in it and you enjoy it a ton, you're not going to care, because nobody else makes a car like that.
No more Japanese automotive appliances for me.
Do you see a theme here?
Anyways, I was having the same problem you were in that I just couldn't find anything that I wanted. The problem was cyclical though. The reason I couldn't find anything that I "wanted" was because Japanese cars are boring, but I was only considering Japanese cars because they're the most reliable. But I can't find anything I want to buy because they're boring and I don't want boring But I only consider Japanese because. they're relia..... screeeech
I've liked my nice and reliable Japanese cars too and they have certainly served me well, but they all have had one thing in common. They're BORING. Acutally, my 5spd Maxima is not bad, but the ride is choppy, the interior is incredibly noisey, and the steering is loose (characteristic), and it does not inspire confidence at all on twisty back roads.
For my next car, I have decided to force myself to go outside of my little comfort zone and try something else that is not Japanese. There's more to cars than JDPA dependability scores, and CR reliability survey rankings. With as boring as Japanese cars are, they sure as heck better be bulletproof, otherwise nobody would buy them. There are European and American cars out there that are 10-100x more exciting to me than anything Japan is making. And so what if I (god forbid) might have to take it into the dealership for an issue once in awhile? If the car makes you grin everytime you get in it and you enjoy it a ton, you're not going to care, because nobody else makes a car like that.
No more Japanese automotive appliances for me.
Please spare us the agony of reading your repetitive posts regarding three words that you love to write so much about - "boring Japanese cars"........
Nobody is stopping you from buying whatever you want to buy, why are you trying to force feed others with your opinions?? Give us a break please and if you have nothing to suggest to DX3, please keep these boring comments of yours to yourself. Thank you very much.
Last edited by Hameed; Apr 28, 2006 at 06:10 PM.
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From: Omaha, NE
Originally Posted by Dx3
S,
If I was going to spend $20k I would get another GS
Basically, my theory is, if I am going to spend $15k or more I would just buy another GS.
Yes, I am an idiot - but I know a good thing when I drive one
Jonny
If I was going to spend $20k I would get another GS
Basically, my theory is, if I am going to spend $15k or more I would just buy another GS.
Yes, I am an idiot - but I know a good thing when I drive one
Jonny
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From: The Bay Area, CA, USA
Originally Posted by omaha_lex
Go test drive a MCS - you'll be EXCITED to spend the extra $! I will always maintain that there isn't a more fun car to drive and turns more heads in this price range. I bought my MINI S in December with 10 miles on the odo for 23,950, and although KBB doesn't have resale figures for a 2006 model, the trade-in value for a 2005 with my options and 7600 miles is 23,975! Again, that is trade-in for a 2005, not a 2006!!! Hehe how many people can say their car has been a good investment?
Hey Dx3, seriously, go test drive a '00 Celica GT/GT-S w/manual transmission and tell me it isn't fun (and cheap).
Last edited by XeroK00L; Apr 28, 2006 at 11:24 AM.
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Originally Posted by IronCobra
You should get a 1998-2000 Audi A6 with the sports package!
put some 19"s on it and drop it.... SEXY!
put some 19"s on it and drop it.... SEXY!
surprised that nobody's mentioned this one yet.
2007 Toyota Yaris
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=108501
2007 Toyota Yaris
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=108501
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Originally Posted by PureDrifter
surprised that nobody's mentioned this one yet.
2007 Toyota Yaris
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=108501
2007 Toyota Yaris
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=108501
honda fit annihilated the 15k econobox shootout with 1st place, yaris was 4th, the fits hallmark in that test was its handling and interior
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...ap-skates.html
http://www.caranddriver.com/comparis...ap-skates.html
The Fit is sold in more than 70 countries and is known in Europe as the Jazz. It debuts at C/D in typical Honda show-off fashion, winning by 25 points — a cakewalk.
Our little red Fit was the quickest to 60 mph (tied with the Reno) and the quickest in the quarter-mile yet offered the least engine NVH and the second-best observed fuel economy. It came equipped with the most supportive seats, the most expensive-looking interior, an Acura-grade gauge cluster, and the ergonomics of an Accord.
What truly set the Fit apart was its handling — not a pretense of handling but the real deal, with springs and struts that allowed one gentle rebound and no more, the only car here that felt happy storming the switchbacks. We later confirmed this when the Fit sailed through our lane-change test 6 mph faster than anything else here — faster, in fact, than a Corvette Z06.
Our little red Fit was the quickest to 60 mph (tied with the Reno) and the quickest in the quarter-mile yet offered the least engine NVH and the second-best observed fuel economy. It came equipped with the most supportive seats, the most expensive-looking interior, an Acura-grade gauge cluster, and the ergonomics of an Accord.
What truly set the Fit apart was its handling — not a pretense of handling but the real deal, with springs and struts that allowed one gentle rebound and no more, the only car here that felt happy storming the switchbacks. We later confirmed this when the Fit sailed through our lane-change test 6 mph faster than anything else here — faster, in fact, than a Corvette Z06.
