What do you drive???

[JP Chestnut]

Cares from that era was just awesome. Even something mundane like a Prelude had an awesome shifter, seats, driving position, etc. They weren't fast, but they were fun. Now cars a fast, but not fun.

[goaliechris]

Cares from that era was just awesome. Even something mundane like a Prelude had an awesome shifter, seats, driving position, etc. They weren't fast, but they were fun. Now cars a fast, but not fun.

Thanks!

This exactly. It feels quick and fun like a go-cart but it is slow by today’s standards - it just doesn’t feel like it. I had a 2018 M3 and it was stupid quick and fast. But it wasn’t that fun.


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[JP Chestnut]

Cares from that era was just awesome. Even something mundane like a Prelude had an awesome shifter, seats, driving position, etc. They weren't fast, but they were fun. Now cars a fast, but not fun.

Thanks!

This exactly. It feels quick and fun like a go-cart but it is slow by today’s standards - it just doesn’t feel like it. I had a 2018 M3 and it was stupid quick and fast. But it wasn’t that fun.


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Reading what I wrote makes it look like I was drunk. Autocorrect isn’t kind to me.

[hoppyjr]

My two - which are killing the watch hobby right now due to maintenance and repairs...

E46 might be my favorite three series. Cars do make watches look like an affordable hobby.

Yes, love my M3, though I'm a serial car flipper (or at least used to be), but don't see anything replacing it anytime soon.

Nothing even like it any more, unless you count the new 4 series convertible, which looks awful IMO. I just got one of the last 2 series convertibles before they were discontinued, and supposedly there won't be a convertible version in the new generation. I'd definitely hold onto that, but as a former serial car flipper I know how it goes.

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New 2 series is made in Mexico. That's a mexi-no for me.

Me too. I believe that's true for 2022, but my 2021 was built in Germany.

Yeah, I agree.

I picked up a 2019 GLI that was also built in Mexico. Piece. Of. Shit. Spent more than half of our four months together in the shop. I’ll never by another MIM vehicle.



Edit: somehow my “me too” was autocorrected to “not so”

[djh1201]

Cares from that era was just awesome. Even something mundane like a Prelude had an awesome shifter, seats, driving position, etc. They weren't fast, but they were fun. Now cars a fast, but not fun.

Thanks!

This exactly. It feels quick and fun like a go-cart but it is slow by today’s standards - it just doesn’t feel like it. I had a 2018 M3 and it was stupid quick and fast. But it wasn’t that fun.


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Great car! Why I keep my E46 M3. Fuel economy standards have basically ruined sports cars...

[dnslater]

I love this thing. Simple, light, and just a blast to drive. Picked it up this weekend and couldn’t be happier. Forgot how low and tiny it is.







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Fantastic. When I graduated from college in the late 90's I bought myself a new Integra GS-R. Amazing that 160 hp was considered fun back then, but it was a blast to take through the gears and rev past 8k on shifts... and made good sounds for an inline 4. Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

[bedlam]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

Yes. It's a mistake to chase big numbers and end up with a car that only really feels like it performs once you are doing stuff that will kill you if you get anything wrong.

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

[dnslater]

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

Yep, in College I drove an 85' Civic Si. My current BMW has 3x the HP but isn't half as much fun. Safer though for sure.

[Selym]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds.

I agree. Even my somewhat pedestrian G37 has enough power on tap where it's hard to let it stretch it legs without getting into trouble.

[HapaHapa]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds.

I agree. Even my somewhat pedestrian G37 has enough power on tap where it's hard to let it stretch it legs without getting into trouble.

Yep. Many cars these days are still building steam as the speedo passes 70. Then someone wants you to pull over and talk.

[toxicavenger]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

Yes. It's a mistake to chase big numbers and end up with a car that only really feels like it performs once you are doing stuff that will kill you if you get anything wrong.

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

the 2 best driving cars I ever owned was a 84' GTI and Dodge GLHS. super fun rides.

[toxicavenger]

I love this thing. Simple, light, and just a blast to drive. Picked it up this weekend and couldn’t be happier. Forgot how low and tiny it is.







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super cool Chris! congrats on it. now don't go modding it!

[hoppyjr]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

Yes. It's a mistake to chase big numbers and end up with a car that only really feels like it performs once you are doing stuff that will kill you if you get anything wrong.

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

the 2 best driving cars I ever owned was a 84' GTI and Dodge GLHS. super fun rides.

I’d love to have either one right now.

[toxicavenger]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

Yes. It's a mistake to chase big numbers and end up with a car that only really feels like it performs once you are doing stuff that will kill you if you get anything wrong.

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

the 2 best driving cars I ever owned was a 84' GTI and Dodge GLHS. super fun rides.

I’d love to have either one right now.

i have a guy in hood that has owned his GTI since it had 17 miles on it in 84'. But i can't get him to let it go, yet

[HapaHapa]

Great thing about those cars is that you could wind them out and have fun at legal speeds. Now everything is heavy with stupid amounts of HP/Torque and grip.

Yes. It's a mistake to chase big numbers and end up with a car that only really feels like it performs once you are doing stuff that will kill you if you get anything wrong.

The most driving fun I've had was in small hot hatches. They didn't have the huge numbers but were just a riot to drive for even the average person.

the 2 best driving cars I ever owned was a 84' GTI and Dodge GLHS. super fun rides.

One of my uncles owned a GLHS. Very fun car.

[Ryeguy]

Just traded in my old Tacoma on..... another Tacoma. I know variety is the spice of life, but the Tacoma just fits the bill for what I need. It is a TRD Off Road Black-Out edition.

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Delivered Wednesday and I’ve already added:
- Bed Mat (keeps surfboards from getting scuffed and crap in the bed from sliding around
- Bed Extender (long boards in a short bed are a bit precarious without the extender)
- Tonneau cover - LOMAX 3 panel flip style to keep the bed reasonably secure
- OEM auto lock for the tailgate lock (ties the tailgate lock to the passenger door lock so it can be locked and unlocked using the key fob)
- Front bash plate

Still on the to-be-added list are:
- Wet Okole seat covers (expensive, but waterproof neoprene works well to keep the seats clean with my family of beach creatures)
- Fluid Film the crap out of the undercarriage (will be done before the fall and annually thereafter)

What’s the collective opinion on ceramic paint coating? I’ve never done it before, but I know Toyota paint is typically soft. Just wondering if it is worth the effort.

[JP Chestnut]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

[Ryeguy]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

Doing a little research on the topic suggests you are dead on correct on this point. There are some horror stories out there regarding improper ceramic applications needing to have a body shop correct.

I’m now thinking it’s better for me to simply do what I’ve always done to clean the truck. It a truck, not a show car.

[JP Chestnut]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

Doing a little research on the topic suggests you are dead on correct on this point. There are some horror stories out there regarding improper ceramic applications needing to have a body shop correct.

I’m now thinking it’s better for me to simply do what I’ve always done to clean the truck. It a truck, not a show car.

Check out this combo:
https://detailingconnect.com/products/c ... eGEALw_wcB

It requires reapplication but not too frequently.

[smalls]

Well, just drove 4 hours to pick up this guy. With the chip shortage it’s the closest one I could find that wasn’t already sold. Traded my 4 year old f-150 and they gave me more on trade then I paid new! Crazy times.

This one has the newer inline 6 duramax 3.0L diesel. So far so good and the gas mileage has been great. Averaging 27mpg!

[toxicavenger]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

Doing a little research on the topic suggests you are dead on correct on this point. There are some horror stories out there regarding improper ceramic applications needing to have a body shop correct.

I’m now thinking it’s better for me to simply do what I’ve always done to clean the truck. It a truck, not a show car.

you need to do paint correction before investing in ceramic coating. my brother got a 2 year warranty on his ceramic coating.

personally i use a good coat of collinte's every year and it works fantastic. https://www.collinite.com/product/no-47 ... oublecoat/

[toxicavenger]

Well, just drove 4 hours to pick up this guy. With the chip shortage it’s the closest one I could find that wasn’t already sold. Traded my 4 year old f-150 and they gave me more on trade then I paid new! Crazy times.

This one has the newer inline 6 duramax 3.0L diesel. So far so good and the gas mileage has been great. Averaging 27mpg!

stunner! and great mpg

[Selym]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

Doing a little research on the topic suggests you are dead on correct on this point. There are some horror stories out there regarding improper ceramic applications needing to have a body shop correct.

I’m now thinking it’s better for me to simply do what I’ve always done to clean the truck. It a truck, not a show car.

Avalon King is supposed to be pretty forgiving.

You really can't beat a Toyota. Congratulations!

[JP Chestnut]

^^^ ceramic can be worth it, or it can be a total pain in the ass. It depends on how you prep the paint, what coating you use, and how you maintain it.

Doing a little research on the topic suggests you are dead on correct on this point. There are some horror stories out there regarding improper ceramic applications needing to have a body shop correct.

I’m now thinking it’s better for me to simply do what I’ve always done to clean the truck. It a truck, not a show car.

Avalon King is supposed to be pretty forgiving.

You really can't beat a Toyota. Congratulations!

You don't really want forgiving. You want effective. 95% of the effort of applying a ceramic is in the paint prep and taping of trim. If you're going to spend 20+ hours doing that, it better last many many many years with only minimal maintenance.

[jswing]

Well, just drove 4 hours to pick up this guy. With the chip shortage it’s the closest one I could find that wasn’t already sold. Traded my 4 year old f-150 and they gave me more on trade then I paid new! Crazy times.

This one has the newer inline 6 duramax 3.0L diesel. So far so good and the gas mileage has been great. Averaging 27mpg!

Very nice, love the Sierra. That's crazy that you got more than you paid for your trade.

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