OT: What kind of Car do you drive? Why is it better than the car posted above you?

[UCDaveD]

2016 GMC Terrain. I like it because it's not money pit like my 2006 3-series was.

 

[jojipoji]

Thank you. V8s are awesome. I had a w205 c63s and that thing sounded amazing. I had a 08 gt500 a while back too.

Nice collection

I have a catless 85 Mustang. It's better than the above because it has a V8 and sounds like it

 

[Bezzz]

2008 Volkswagen R32 with 44k miles. Gotta sell it in the next few months, though, since the wife and I are expecting our first this fall. Probably getting a Compact SUV of some sort to replace it. Definitely won’t be as fun to drive.

No vehicle to brag about (2013 Mazda 2 cute sporty hatchback with a 77-74 sticker) but I can relate. Sad day when I traded my '86 Toyota MR2 for a (horrors) Dodge Grand Caravan. Yeah, you know, kids.

For all you guys still driving stick shifts, how many took your driving test with a stick? Me, 1961 VW Beetle. I think the DMV guy gave me bonus points for the K-turn with a stick shift.

 

[Lefty2one]

I have been looking at the new Accord sport with the 2.0T and the 6spd.

I've checked it out online many times. The interior is beautiful and I've read good things. Too bad I've got another decade or so to go on my '14 lol.

 

[JMick]

Thank you. V8s are awesome. I had a w205 c63s and that thing sounded amazing. I had a 08 gt500 a while back too.

Lol mine is more bark than bite. It's only making 300/350 but it sounds great with the full exhaust and H/C/I. I did an old school 90s explorer build on it with an old letter cam to keep it 'period correct'

 

[Scrutineer]

1965 AC Cobra (real one, one of 998 made over 6 years) and 1965 Shelby GT350 (one of 562 made in that year). Both sound great all the time!

Both driven for fun, local car shows, occasional concours, and at least one annual tour with other originals. This June we'll join 15 other original Cobras for a five day tour starting in Saratoga Springs with stops in Old Forge, and Watkins Glen and then back to Saratoga Springs. Not daily drivers but regularly driven and personally maintained except for major issues like rebuilding a trans or engine. Good retirement diversions.

 

[Drumguy]

Currently BMW X5 really nice but I miss my 4 series convertible. Not better nor worse than anyone else's.

 

[kobe]

My car gets 32 miles per gallon.

 

[EdgewoodNHV]

I have a 2003 Mazda 6 with 180,000 miles on it. It's better than the car above it because it's been paid off for years and if it were to fall into a million pieces it would mean nothing to me.

 

[minidarren]

2016 Cadillac CT6. Its got 19k miles on it and so far has had significant engine work as well as the camera system no longer works. It beats a 2003 Mazada 6 because it is not a 2003 Mazada 6.

 

[polycom]

2016 Cadillac CT6. Its got 19k miles on it and so far has had significant engine work as well as the camera system no longer works. It beats a 2003 Mazada 6 because it is not a 2003 Mazada 6.

Was it certified pre owned?

 

[Chuck]

Pontiac Aztec. I also have a beat up RV. They're better than the car described above mine because they are both non-descript which is good for my profession.

 

[JMick]

Pontiac Aztec. I also have a beat up RV. They're better than the car described above mine because they are both non-descript which is good for my profession.

Took me a second lol

 

[Stainmaster]

Pontiac Aztec. I also have a beat up RV. They're better than the car described above mine because they are both non-descript which is good for my profession.

Stay away from the Challenger. You know deep down it’s not a smart move.

 

[Kolumbo]

1959 Peugeot Model 403.

 

[minidarren]

Was it certified pre owned?

It was new off the lot. Engine troubles at 700 miles.

 

[UCDaveD]

It was new off the lot. Engine troubles at 700 miles.

That's because it's a Cadillac.

 

[polycom]

It was new off the lot. Engine troubles at 700 miles.

I have no words, that's truly shocking.

 

[Tenspro2002]

2015 Prius 4 -- got it 6 months ago with only 12K miles on it.

It gets 46 mpg, and optimizing it via the different driving modes is an interesting challenge, though it annoys my wife. On a 4-mile trip from daycare to work last week, including on the highway, I managed 61 mpg.

My other car is a sturdy, reliable, 2008 Accord. Nothing sexy, but after 82K miles (33K mine) it shows no sign of wear. I'd drive it for another 10 years if we weren't planning to upgrade to something bigger in the next few.

 

[dennismenace]

1997 Ford T Bird 4.6L V with 148,000. I am planning on replacing it with a 2017 AWD Dodge Challenger when the prices come down a bit more. It is the third T Bird (Cougar) I have had. Exceptionally comfortable with plenty of power and safety. Winter brings studded snows and concrete blocks in trunk and I won't miss that. Have to drive Mrs. Menace's Buick when the snow is bad . Built on the Lincoln Continental platform. Was a nice car for the money. I like the V6 8 speed transmission in the Challenger which gets 20/30 for gas. Like the retro look.

 

[djct1999]

2018 ferrari 488 with a RODNEY vanity plate.

 

[gtcam]

Tesla Model S

I have mixed feelings. I love the technology and the concept but the fit and finish is definitely an issue. It squeaks and rattles and sits low so potholes are an issue. Also, it is not a cold weather car if it gets to teens or below. I would say that my feeling about the car is waning the longer I own it but my wife absolutely loves it and the fact that we don't stop for gas anymore so probably locked in for good you know happy wife...

I have a friend who has a Tesla and his sounds like a tin can with all the rattles, I admit the technology is really neat but for that cash.....

I am on my 3rd Subaru Legacy
My first is still being driven with 397K miles
My second had 280K miles when it was stolen and never recovered
My current is a 2011 with 160K miles and runs like a top and I get through snow others wouldn't attempt

You can have the BMWs etc. My neighbor always had a Benz or a BMW but tried the Legacy 3 years ago as a backup car on a lease and now the BMW is gone and it's the Legacy and a Crossover in his garage

 

[UCFan1513]

Thanks guys. Now I think I'll be getting car ads on this site for the next 3 and a half years

 

[uconnphil2016]

My car gets 32 miles per gallon.

But does it get past the round of 32?

 

[Scrutineer]

It sure is easy to tell the age of this group by the cars listed and the bias towards gas mileage. You boys need to get with the program and get some Detroit V-8 iron before they're all committed to museums and salvage yards. Who needs 62 mpg when we have all the oil we'll need for 200 years?

 

[nadav]

1983 Queen Wagon Family Truckster.

I thought I’d hate it, til I drove it

 

[uconnfan68]

2009 Hyundai Accent. Stick, crank windows, hatchback. Less than 80k miles.

I knew that. Old school.

 

[TheRealKBuks]

I own three cars

2015 nissang GT-R
2016 BMW m3
2008 Honda Ridgeline

my m3 is stick, my gtr 700 horespower and I can hold more sheet rock than the accent above me.

insta @jojipoji if you would like to see them.

Is the GT-R Lime Green and were you on 84 near Southington/Plainville/New Britain a few days ago?

 

[Sky ball]

2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
2006 Dodge Magnum

 

[BNich]

2012 Mazda 3 Grand Touring. Gas mileage is far superior to either vehicle above.