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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 :lol:

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.
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rides

Posted: Wed Sep 14, 2005 12:48 pm
by karthurbry
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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')? :lol: Actually, that's the Forester model.

:wink:


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. :shock:

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.