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It's an interesting question. I fully reserve the right to return to this thread tomorrow, or even later today, to change my answers...
2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited Platinum - wife's daily driver and main family car. This is my least favorite car in our stable. Nothing wrong with it, and it does a lot of things great - lots of power, good gas mileage, great features, seven seats, it's reliable, and comfortable. We have almost 10k miles on it and it's our second one, the previous one being a 2016 of the same trim. My wife will absolutely not part with having a hybrid. She loves it. It's worth more now than it was nearly 3 years ago when we bought it. I would happily take an EV in this spot, since it's mostly used for around town driving and short trips, but I don't see any current 3 row BEV CUVs/SUVs that would work, though I suspect that will soon change. If I were to swap it out today, I'd get a 2022 Volvo XC90 T8 plug in hybrid. The 32 miles of electric range would appeal to my wife and take care of at least 90% of her driving. I would enjoy the 455 horsepower.
2020 Lexus GS350 AWD F Sport - the car that doesn't get used. I love this thing, but it seldom gets driven. I've had this one for a year and a half and it still has less than 2k miles on it. I love everything about it. If I were to part with this car, I'd either just leave that spot in the garage empty, or go in a different direction. Something fun, like a manual GR86/BRZ, a gently used GS F, a Supra or even an LC500.
2021 Toyota Tundra 1794 TRD Off Road - absolutely love this truck. Bought it so I could have "one last V8". I drive this almost daily. In the 8 months we've owned it, I've put on about 3600 miles. I normally drive it over the GS in the winter as it's already outside and dirty. This is our default road trip vehicle, as the room and comfort is amazing. It pulls our travel trailer with absolute ease, so we use it heavily in the summer for camping. It's also making frequent runs to the nursery or Lowe's. I'm a bit on the fence with this one. My only complaint is the gas mileage, but I don't sweat that too much. I fully expect I'll trade it in for a new Tundra with the hybrid drive. The only question is timing. For now, I suspect I'll use this Tundra for another 3-5 years then make the switch.
Impressive list of cars. My future list is also subject to change as I have no idea what's coming down the line. Wife's 2020 Ioniq, when the lease comes up I may go into another Ioniq as they are getting better and better, or if Toyota/Lexus come out with a good BEV by than I may go that direction. It's the Sienna I have no idea about yet. It's replacement will be 100 percent BEV, but it will have to be equivalent in practicality and room, have at least a 400 mile range and be priced right. The IS350...I'll either keep that or replace it with a V8 as I would only be using it for occasional driving. Hopefully there will some used options available at that time
LOL that's awesome. If you see someone enthusiastically waving, then that will be me. If I happen to wave at the wrong person, well the'll just think I'm a Bronco fan
LOL that's awesome. If you see someone enthusiastically waving, then that will be me. If I happen to wave at the wrong person, well the'll just think I'm a Bronco fan
I've been toying with the idea of getting an LS460 or LS600 as a very comfortable daily driver car.
How is your 460 holding up?
Very well, it's taken everything I've thrown at it in my 3.8k miles of ownership lol! Limiter is set too low though, 130 comes too quickly....
Mine had all the major issue points replaced before I bought it and that's really the only reason I bothered plus a great price. However it won me over and I really enjoy it now.
I've never seen his car, but I can tell you they last forever. I would buy a 10 year old LS460 with no hesitation unless it was listed as salvage or was in a major accident. You can't break them if tried
I can fix that, you also gave me an excuse to put shine on my tires. I forgot to do that last time I washed it, please forgive the garage pictures.
It's winter and I don't feel like turning it on and backing it out lol, I'm also using the automated wash as my excuse for any dirt that's on it!
I still haven't fixed the one dent it has, tell me if you can find it.... Headlights are all like new Not much to see here, I finally replaced everything that was missing and added a tender lead. Currently that tender is busy recharging the Jeep New dash, all doors, dash upper and lower, and console sides were replaced in my car. I keep everything heavily coated in Maguires interior supreme shine since I prefer shiny surfaces. Makes it very easy to see if someone touched anything and needs to be rewipped. I'm not OCD, I just like my cars to be clean.
Thanks to 17SWLS for the Lloyds floor mats suggestions/endorsement, I really like them.
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I can fix that, you also gave me an excuse to put shine on my tires. I forgot to do that last time I washed it, please forgive the garage pictures.
It's winter and I don't feel like turning it on and backing it out lol, I'm also using the automated wash as my excuse for any dirt that's on it!
Thanks to 17SWLS for the Lloyds floor mats suggestions/endorsement, I really like them.
She's a beauty! These are the ultimate trip cars. They are definitely keepers
not sure what I plan to do going forward. I am very fortunate that we have many cars/SUVs. Our Matrix which my spouse drives is a 2009 with 140,000 miles on it. It does burn oil but other than a transmission sensor as well as rear struts on the hatch, the reliability has been strong. Unfortunately, we have a high carbon tax up here in Canada where I spend the majority of my time, so gas is getting to $4.50-$5 per US gallon at the moment. Likely would force me into a hybrid if I were to replace the Matrix, as I can see gas getting to to $6 by the summer and even higher in the future. I think a hybrid Venza would likely be the replacement, it would not be for me to drive. Unfortunately Toyota does not offer the Corolla Touring hybrid hatch model in NA…I’d definitely get that … other option might be the next generation Prius. Don’t really want a hybrid but like,y have no choice
My new 2021 4Runner I just adore. Just love the fact that it is made in Japan. Has all the little detail things I really like. Full time 4wd and he big 4.0 V6 is something like a one of a kind. Such a large V6 in this day and age. Burns fuel like crazy and is less fuel efficient than my o4 V8 but it’s so much fun. Current have 8801km (5470miles) in 1.25 years. I’m not the biggest fan of the new TNGA platform so we shall see where Toyota goes with the next gen model. Hopefully it will still be made in Tahara.
I love the unique mesh netting. My 04 4R covers up the blue paint in all black cladding. All the way to the front of the door. On my new one they left the paint exposed. A little bummed I’m really sad Toyota did not put a lock. Super cheap I love the fact that Toyota put two overhead door lights. There is also a light about all the cargo Don’t know the last time I ever saw seat arrow directions Very few are aware that I have sliding 2nd row seats. And they recline as well. I have always admired that Toyota put plastic cladding in front of of the engine to hide the radiator and some of the guts. My 04 is not as extensive
My old 2004 model will be 20 years old in 2 years.. not sure how long I will keep it, but it still goes. Compared to my new one, there is a very rewarding thing about driving it. The 4.7 is the best engine I have ever owned There are no screens and no beeps and noises and no distractions. Had a 6 disc CD player unlike my 21. Has all the little quality things I like. Likely will just go down to one suv and not replace it when that time comes. I do about 3000 miles a year but lately with so much snow and so much salt I have been driving it 4-5 times a week. The details on the 04 are even better than the new model in some ways
2014 Corolla is a daily driver for work. I get paid of gas a flat rate from work which covers the gas for my driving of all my cars and the some. 34mph (never changed). Has the original discs, pads and drums out back. Currently has 137,000km. Likely won’t be changing that.
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not sure what I plan to do going forward. I am very fortunate that we have many cars/SUVs. Our Matrix which my spouse drives is a 2009 with 140,000 miles on it. It does burn oil
Try using Hi-Mileage Oil. It is a little thicker and heavier in viscosity than the usual oils today. But the thickness of the oil helps reduce the loss or burning of oil because of worn engine parts/clearances.....at the cost of perhaps slightly lower gas mileage and/or more difficulty on a very cold start.
My new 2021 4Runner I just adore. Just love the fact that it is made in Japan. Has all the little detail things I really like. Full time 4wd and he big 4.0 V6 is something like a one of a kind. Such a large V6 in this day and age. Burns fuel like crazy and is less fuel efficient than my o4 V8 but it’s so much fun.
You can help stretch those gas dollars at least a little by keeping tire pressures up to at least the minimum recommended (the PSI tends to drop in cold weather....one PSI for every ten degrees in air temperature), consolidating as many trips as possible so that the engine stays warm and is not warming up all the time (warming up uses a lot of fuel because the engine runs rich), and clearing the trunk or cargo area of unneeded junk that just adds weight. And, of course, taking it easy with the right foot.
@Striker223 what a beautiful car you have. That interior combo looks amazing to boot. The first iteration of the LS460 has a very timeless design to it. My other two cars are an S2000 and a 993, so for my third car, I'd like something as soft and cushy as possible. This looks like the ticket. And no I couldn't find the dent lol.
@Striker223 what a beautiful car you have. That interior combo looks amazing to boot. The first iteration of the LS460 has a very timeless design to it. My other two cars are an S2000 and a 993, so for my third car, I'd like something as soft and cushy as possible. This looks like the ticket. And no I couldn't find the dent lol.
If you daily an S2000 and 993, you'll be in heaven daily driving an LS. Both of those are fun on the track or canyon carving, but a bit harsh for everyday use. Especially the S2000
Currently have an S7, GS 350 and 718 Cayman GT4. S7 is my daily, GS is my wife's daily and Cayman is our fun weekend car. We're having our second kid later this year, so wife wants to get into a bigger car... most likely an SUV. Been looking, but not sure what we want yet because there are so many options! We'd be open to an EV, ICE or hybrid/plug-in hybrid.
Currently have an S7, GS 350 and 718 Cayman GT4. S7 is my daily, GS is my wife's daily and Cayman is our fun weekend car. We're having our second kid later this year, so wife wants to get into a bigger car... most likely an SUV. Been looking, but not sure what we want yet because there are so many options! We'd be open to an EV, ICE or hybrid/plug-in hybrid.
