Cars We Drive!

[SirReveller]



Never driven one, but a friend of mine had one years ago and he enjoyed driving it.  Its definitely more of a cruising car than a sports car, as its a bit on the heavy side at 3500-3600 lbs, and has a 3 spd auto, with 210 for horsepower.   However, they do make about 300 ;b/ft of torque reasonably low in the RPM range so it could still be fun. 4 seats definitely makes it family friendly and might get passing marks from the wife.  Going out with the whole family and enjoying the car, might have greater value with respect to your home life, and it might get more use also, than if you got a more dedicated sports car with 2 seats.  

Overall, I like the looks of this car, but I don't like the wheels for it.  They look like they belong on something more modern. I'd rather have wheels that looked more period correct (although, maybe in a more modern size).   Also the stance looks odd over the rear wheel arch (not sure if its just the angle of the photo) or due to the size of the wheels, or because someone has already modded the suspension.  

Definitely, something to drive before you buy...especially if you have never driven a car of that vintage. 

Thanks Dino. Yep just browsing for now but plan on something by May. I agree on the wheels: on the fence mehself. A lil too modern. I got an email in to the guy inquiring what hp/torque numbers his "modifications" may have achieved.

And boys: three on the floor while blaring four on the floor! ..and Zeppelin.

 

[Thrift Vader]



I'm surprised we haven't seen a post from Ramubrah about his man Elon and his exploding rocket. I assume he is on his way to Cape Canaveral to lend his "shoulder".

Ra ra ramufan (sorry, BoneyM stuck in my head) is all about Elon's exploding rocket.

Where in the hell are you thrifting Snap-On and MAC tools?

Also, as a former Snap-On stock holder...eff you for not buying off the truck!

Resale/consignment shops.- 50/70% off retail leaves more money for Beer and car parts.
(And more cars?)
Haha, the boss can pay retail on the shop tools. What you saw in that kit is only half my collection.


The last member to actually post a car they drive and not an appliance? -Rtc, and the dude with a black Porsche.

I currently have enough money to buy another car, but am dithering. .

 

[GreenFrog]

Praying for HRoi's cars' safety so they don't get flooded from the hurricane.

 

[Find Finn]



Why does this Chiron have so much trouble climbing up this truck bed? It seems like the clutch is slipping. Gave me such anxiety watching the driver give so much gas and barely have the car move forward.

Looks like its on slicks.

 

[SirReveller]



The last member to actually post a car they drive and not an appliance? -Rtc, and the dude with a black Porsche

Here ya go Vadmenz.

I love this thing. Less showy than the 'slade while the sidewall allows for tons of curb jumping if you're hemmed in anywhere. Illegal level tinted so I can pretend I am a badass while two car seats are actually in back Everyone I know bitched three years ago when I made this my fam vehicle choice: gas guzzler etc. Then oil fell off a cliff Even wifey after much complaining about size, dtown parking blah blah has now come over to the dark side: insane height, visibility and storage. Sidenote: stand strong and force the woman into a fam vehicle you enjoy too. Even if you'll only use it 3 times/mos. Compromise on small **** but the foot comes down on vehicles. Just my two cents.

My only regret is for one year only in 2009 you could option the 'slade 6.2L motor in. 403hp/417 torque. This 5.3L 320hp/335 torque is fine if you mash the pedal but still a big difference considering a 5700lb vehicle.

The newest gen, particularly the Denali, has cool stylings but you lose considerable height and ground clearance. In fact, the new Suburbans in black to me look kinda like a hearse.

 

[ridethecliche]

That bugatti driver should have used the e-brake trick.

 

[GreenFrog]



Looks like its on slicks.

Wheels aren't even spinning bruh.

 

[HRoi]



Praying for HRoi's cars' safety so they don't get flooded from the hurricane.

So far so good, looks like Hermione (or whatever stupid name it has) is going to Tampa

 

[ramuman]

I would think the only thing that likes Florida is a good hurricane. I guess that's not even the case anymore. :/

 

[ridethecliche]

Did anyone else watch footage of the spacex rocket exploding? Yikes!

 

[Find Finn]

Looks like its on slicks.

Wheels aren't even spinning brush.

Maybe its slippery and he can feel the lack of grip? or maybe he is not used to the clutch point, so he is afraid light the Saudi Arabian prince's Bugatti's wheels up and send it flying through the trailer.

 

[GreenFrog]



Maybe its slippery and he can feel the lack of grip? or maybe he is not used to the clutch point, so he is afraid light the Saudi Arabian prince's Bugatti's wheels up and send it flying through the trailer.

But it's got a DCT.

 

[horndog]

Oh no

 

[HRoi]

Well, ****

 

[Piobaire]

Happy hour starts at 2p today.