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what do I drive?
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 6:24 am
by JNUNZMAN
Mercedes ML320 for the wife, and I drive a 2000 MB E430 4-matic that my company gives me to use.
John Nunz 04 R1150R
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 7:12 am
by Acacia
On my 7th Honda Civic - dating back to a 76 CVCC that did 195K miles. All have gone over the 140K mile mark - except the last 2 that have been wrecked by others. Currently, an 04 coupe EX, at a constant 36-38 mpg, I am not complaining.
Also have a 95 Toyota Tacoma with 158K miles.
The secret to longevity? - I wrench them myself.
Also, on my second R - 1st a 1100 that was wrecked by a friend, and now an 04.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 8:02 am
by rdsmith3
1997 Audi A6 Quattro w/ 127,000 miles
2003 GMC Yukon XL Denali (yes, it is huge, with a 6.0L V8 engine)
Both are all wheel drive. I live on a big hill in the "snow belt" of NJ, so I need AWD. I did own a Subaru, but my ex wife got that.
My favorite car was a 1989 Porsche 911 Targa.
cars
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 8:03 am
by wncbmw
Yet another Subaru owner. My commuter vehicle/truck substitute is a '96 Outback wagon with 140K + on the clock. Absolutely the best snow vehicle I have ever had! It will be my son's first car soon and when we get him something "cooler" after he proves himself, I will take it back! Provided it survives him for a few months!
Until a few weeks ago, we were a two Subaru family but sold my wife's '00 Outback and got a used Accord. Dull but reliable and good on gas!
My oldest son is driving a '01 Tacoma truck and unless he wrecks it, it will serve him until college graduation. They should run forever.

Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 8:42 am
by Leo
Toyota Prius averaging 52 miles a gallon. My wife has a Subaru and I drove Subaru Outbacks and Lagacies from 1990 until I got my Prius this summer.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 8:52 am
by madbinkster
'97 318 TI, the most functional BMW ever designed (holds my David Eden twin cabinet bass rig and Jazz Bass, along with folding hand-truck without a complaint or scratch).
Gets 32+ mpg at 80 mph. I've driven it like a loaner since new (160K) with no forced repairs. Best money I ever spent.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 9:03 am
by tor1150r
Recently traded my 2001 Honda Prelude SE for a 2005 Mazda 3 (4-door & sporty huh??).
I've changed my auto philosophy a few months ago.
The car is strictly utility and used to get from A to B during the winter (groceries during the summer). So I've opted for the least expensive set of 4 wheels (ignoring the KIA's and Hyundai's of the world).
My vehicle of choice is a motorcycle and right now I'm loving my R. This is the method of transportation I won't cheap out on

Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 11:07 am
by 1stBeemer
2004 bmw X5 3.0 6-speed (when I really need it), and probably soon to be SO's 2005 325i.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 12:30 pm
by srosenfeld
I have a 2004 Porsche 911 (996) Cabriolet which allows me to have fun on those days when riding is impractical.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 12:36 pm
by dilligaf
"01" BMW 330ci, 225hp, 214lb/ft torque...quick and handles like it's on rails.

rides
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 12:48 pm
by karthurbry
1964 Ford F250
2002 R1150R
2005 Subaru WRX STi
cars
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 2:32 pm
by R1150RDave
Bit of a trend going on here...
yet another Subaru (Legacy) owner
is there a call for a poll here?
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 2:51 pm
by Old Crockster
Another one....Impreza Sport,120,000mls since new,still feels tight.
Another Subaru
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 2:57 pm
by sdixit
I drive a '95 Subaru Legacy Wagon (138K miles) and my wife drives a '03 Subaru Outback Wagon.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 4:11 pm
by latakia77
'96 Subaru outback 130K miles.
cars
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 4:53 pm
by GJBushman
I have a few rules when buying cars, always buy American, always buy used, never a mini van or SUV. I used to be able to justify these rules. they don't seem to make much sense anymore, except the minivan one. Currently I drive a 2002 Chevy Monte Carlo. I am an American muscle car fan. They were great in the 60's and early 70's, now they are mostly crap.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 5:08 pm
by Peter J
Toyota Tacoma Double Cab, most useful vehicle I've owned. Can carry 5 people and lots of camping gear. Filed it up 2 weeks ago $50 and might have to fill up in another 2 weeks. Prefer the R but probaly only 6 or 8 more weeks left here in the north country.
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 5:18 pm
by scottybooj
No subaru here (aren't they the 'lesbian car')?

Actually, that's the Forester model.
In my 'stable' there's a new Chrysler Pacifica (wife wanted it, kid loves it) and a 2005 Toyota Prius Hybrid. Also, there's a 1995 Pontiac Sunfire GT my wife has had since she graduated college, but it hasn't been started since last november.
Hey Leno, I'm averaging low 40s for gas mileage. How are you getting 52?
I had a 2000 BMW 323i sedan which was a hoot to drive. Got rid of that for a Jeep Liberty then got rid of that last month for the Pacifica.
My next car is this
http://www.maserati.com/jsp/newModels.j ... dgimdfmf.0
No Corvettes?
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 5:28 pm
by Bobby A
My 3 other rides are a 2001 F-150 Supercrew, a 2003 Vibe GT, and my favorite ride is my 2001 Corvette coupe.
Bobby A
Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 5:33 pm
by esef
2003 BMW M5.