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Automotive Discussion Thread | OT2 | Zero to pointless fighting faster than a GT86
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AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Nah, not exactly. Fully loaded cars like that amount to about 5% of a car's total sales and often times they're sold deeply discounted. The average 335i is optioned to the $50K mark with the necessities (navigation, heated seats).
The major reason why car makes offer you the ability to option these cars out to the high heavens is because they make an absolute killing in margins the more options you add. It costs BMW virtually nothing to make a base BMW run navigation, it's largely software based - but you just paid $3000 because you really wanted it and are also now forced to bundle it into a package that includes keyless entry (another software enabled keyfob trick).
Worst of all, those options have no positive affect on depreciation. If you went two years later to trade your $60K 335i in, the dealership will likely offer you at most $1000 more than what they would for a $50K one with the same mileage and age. And you'll have to fight tooth-and-nail to get them to go higher.
But you can bet your bottom dollar that they'll price the two cars with at least a $4-5K dollar difference.
Unless you sell it directly to a person who just has to have that special interior color, yeah.
Unseasonably warm weather in Chicago today so I pretty much spent it all hanging out with friends, and riding my motorcycle.
Also went for a spin in my friend's Ariel Atom. One of the most visceral and thrilling experiences I've had on 4 wheels!
Precise handling that felt like you were glued to the road, acceleration that pinned you to the seat and amazing induction/supercharger noise right behind your head.
I personally don't think I would own one as it's crazy intense and attracts too much attention on the road, but it's nice knowing someone who has one.
Here's some crappy pics I snapped with my phone. First one is from a meet a while back. I don't have any recent pics of the exterior, but he's added some carbon pieces and huge wing. The interior ones are from tonight's ride while we were stopped for gas.
Also went for a spin in my friend's Ariel Atom. One of the most visceral and thrilling experiences I've had on 4 wheels!
Precise handling that felt like you were glued to the road, acceleration that pinned you to the seat and amazing induction/supercharger noise right behind your head.
I personally don't think I would own one as it's crazy intense and attracts too much attention on the road, but it's nice knowing someone who has one.
Here's some crappy pics I snapped with my phone. First one is from a meet a while back. I don't have any recent pics of the exterior, but he's added some carbon pieces and huge wing. The interior ones are from tonight's ride while we were stopped for gas.
Marky Mark
Member
Are you sure it's just a scratch and not a hairline crack? I can't imagine a scratch appearing from a pothole but I can certainly imagine a crack, and I wouldn't want to be driving on a cracked rim.
Ban Puncher
Member
Do I wait for the 2015 Toyota 86 GTS refresh for $40k odd or save around $8k and buy a second hand 2013 as prices seem to finally be falling because of the impending new model?
I can't decide.
I can't decide.
Time to bring something else in here, too much talk about all these new cars, heh.
Bought my first car, feels good man. Of course there's a few minor things I need to fix on it, but other than that I'm more than happy with it.
http://webmup.com/xIx1Z/
2,5L inline six
230 000 km
Modified exhaust and ECU (should be around 210-230 hp)
Adjustable coilovers
Locked differential
and a bunch of M-Sport stuff added to it
Anyone want to guess how much I paid for this?
Bought my first car, feels good man. Of course there's a few minor things I need to fix on it, but other than that I'm more than happy with it.
http://webmup.com/xIx1Z/
I'll post some better pics when I've washed it.
2,5L inline six
230 000 km
Modified exhaust and ECU (should be around 210-230 hp)
Adjustable coilovers
Locked differential
and a bunch of M-Sport stuff added to it
Anyone want to guess how much I paid for this?
Time to bring something else in here, too much talk about all these new cars, heh.
Bought my first car, feels good man. Of course there's a few minor things I need to fix on it, but other than that I'm more than happy with it.
http://webmup.com/xIx1Z/
I'll post some better pics when I've washed it.
2,5L inline six
230 000 km
Modified exhaust and ECU (should be around 210-230 hp)
Adjustable coilovers
Locked differential
and a bunch of M-Sport stuff added to it
Anyone want to guess how much I paid for this?
That's a really fun car right there. E36's are incredible driving machines. You probably got it for like $4k USD right? Some crazy cheap price.
2300 euros. The car handles like a go cart right now, which is lovely. I've driven a few newer bmw's (e46' and e9x's), but none of them handled like this. The setup is a bit too stiff and low for winter though.
Having the locked differential for winter is going to be fun.
Anything even close to that price range for this car is more than 300k km so it's not so bad.230k km is kind of overkill - but if everything is still running good for you
Also, to give an idea about car prices here in Finland a brand new subaru brz is 35 000 euros
lawl
Base price is 53k euro in Norway
That's why Teslas are considered bargains here.
Heh, I was going to mention that it's not as bad as Norway at least.lawl
Base price is 53k euro in Norway
That's why Teslas are considered bargains here.
It has been 5 weeks since my engine died and I am still without my car. Today is day 30/30 i'm allowed a rental but I'm going to demand an extension because there was a whole week where fuck-all was being done to get me back on the road. The shop doesn't even have the engine that is supposed to be "in transit" at this point but the old one has been pulled.
I had given the information for an engine out of a 2005 330cic ZHP with 80K in California to the claims rep and she told me that she would get it approved and order the engine to get that rolling. I got busy with work and life stuff (met a girl!) and didn't follow up for 6 days. I call insurance and they say they are waiting on me to order the fucking engine.
Told them that was bullshit and that I found one and gave the price\info to someone and they said they would order it. There have been other various things from them mailing a check to an incorrect fucking address and that taking 8 days. I had to demand that someone from the local office write a check and go hand it to the guy so we both could sign it and get the fucking engine ordered.
It has been nothing but a huge pain in the ass and I have had to babysit the entire fucking process from the beginning. I just want my car back
I have been driving a Focus and actually enjoying it. If my 330ci becomes a problem I would definitely be interested in trying out a new Focus ST.
I had given the information for an engine out of a 2005 330cic ZHP with 80K in California to the claims rep and she told me that she would get it approved and order the engine to get that rolling. I got busy with work and life stuff (met a girl!) and didn't follow up for 6 days. I call insurance and they say they are waiting on me to order the fucking engine.
Told them that was bullshit and that I found one and gave the price\info to someone and they said they would order it. There have been other various things from them mailing a check to an incorrect fucking address and that taking 8 days. I had to demand that someone from the local office write a check and go hand it to the guy so we both could sign it and get the fucking engine ordered.
It has been nothing but a huge pain in the ass and I have had to babysit the entire fucking process from the beginning. I just want my car back
I have been driving a Focus and actually enjoying it. If my 330ci becomes a problem I would definitely be interested in trying out a new Focus ST.
Denmark actually has more expensive cars. They mostly tax weight so superminis are cheaper, but prices quickly escalate well above Norwegian prices. The BRZ is cheaper, but the Outback and Legacy are more expensive. The workaround is that almost every car can be taxed as a much cheaper van in Denmark so you'll find many Q7, X5 and Cayenne vans
That's why it's wrong to say electric cars are subsidized here. They're just exempt from taxes
and can use bus lanes to bypass rush hour traffic
Mattlikewhoa
Member
Looking good!
PseudoKirby
Banned
Has a car community for a certain car ever steer you away from it?
the way Honda Enthusiasts have been have steered me away permanently from the brand. (albeit thats not the only reason)
the way Honda Enthusiasts have been have steered me away permanently from the brand. (albeit thats not the only reason)
GungHo
Single-handedly caused Exxon-Mobil to sue FOX, start World War 3
IROC Z28s.
I agree about Honda Enthusiasts, I just choose to appreciate Hondas (especially older Hondas) for how great they are and distance myself from the community.
GungHo
Single-handedly caused Exxon-Mobil to sue FOX, start World War 3
I own two Hondas. They're appliances. I like them for what they are, but I don't really understand what there is to be enthused about. I feel the same way about a lot of cars, though.
Well, I think my appreciation for specific Honda models and engines comes from growing up in the 90s-00s and seeing some really cool cars. My appreciation is with the sportier models (Integra GS-R/Type-R, 99-00 Civic Si/SiR, 88-91 Prelude Si, etc) and less so with their uber-reliable commuting appliances. I look at these cars with a bit of a historical lens, though, and love how good they were for their time. Too bad Honda's new cars are comparatively boring.
this honda type R ad is sweet. press R while watching the video.
https://www.youtube.com/user/HondaVideo
https://www.youtube.com/user/HondaVideo
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
Uhhhh.... Hot damn. Really clever and a great piece for the car.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Wow...that's amazing
Wow. One of the greatest car commercials ever created for sure. They nailed it.
Now, will the Type R be that exciting to drive? Hopefully.
Unseasonably warm weather in Chicago today so I pretty much spent it all hanging out with friends, and riding my motorcycle.
Also went for a spin in my friend's Ariel Atom. One of the most visceral and thrilling experiences I've had on 4 wheels!
Precise handling that felt like you were glued to the road, acceleration that pinned you to the seat and amazing induction/supercharger noise right behind your head.
I personally don't think I would own one as it's crazy intense and attracts too much attention on the road, but it's nice knowing someone who has one.
Here's some crappy pics I snapped with my phone. First one is from a meet a while back. I don't have any recent pics of the exterior, but he's added some carbon pieces and huge wing. The interior ones are from tonight's ride while we were stopped for gas.
That's really cool, I bet it was a blast!
Time to bring something else in here, too much talk about all these new cars, heh.
Bought my first car, feels good man. Of course there's a few minor things I need to fix on it, but other than that I'm more than happy with it.
http://webmup.com/xIx1Z/
I'll post some better pics when I've washed it.
2,5L inline six
230 000 km
Modified exhaust and ECU (should be around 210-230 hp)
Adjustable coilovers
Locked differential
and a bunch of M-Sport stuff added to it
Anyone want to guess how much I paid for this?
Nice car man I like it.
Mattlikewhoa
Member
I don't know why I tease myself by looking at Japanese car auctions for BNR34's. I'm still a few years off, but I just can't help myself.
M3 owners... I have no clue how my friend puts up with them. I nearly bought a E90 and I went to a few meets with a friend to talk cars with other owners, and I was knee deep in hearing about the racing heritage of BMW M line (and carbon bits)... they LOVED their carbon bits.
And 240 kids... Yes I drive a S chassis... No I won't drift it. Everything is about internet fame, shitty looking cars because of the "ain't care" mentality.
I avoid larger meets all together because of this.
This is a great ad. From what I've seen and read in various Japanese car magazines, it sound like it's going to be quite the interesting car.
M3 owners... I have no clue how my friend puts up with them. I nearly bought a E90 and I went to a few meets with a friend to talk cars with other owners, and I was knee deep in hearing about the racing heritage of BMW M line (and carbon bits)... they LOVED their carbon bits.
And 240 kids... Yes I drive a S chassis... No I won't drift it. Everything is about internet fame, shitty looking cars because of the "ain't care" mentality.
I avoid larger meets all together because of this.
This is a great ad. From what I've seen and read in various Japanese car magazines, it sound like it's going to be quite the interesting car.
Remember that guy on youtube who had tons of issues with his 991 carrera 911 and the whole thing blew up on the net because Porsche kept screwing with him? Well, eventually, he decided to get rid of the porsche and replace it with an M4.
After 4 months owning the M4, he's decided to return to a Porsche 911. He says he did not enjoy the M4 as much as he hoped.
Here's his latest video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdTujx4H-x8
and the forum thread
After 4 months owning the M4, he's decided to return to a Porsche 911. He says he did not enjoy the M4 as much as he hoped.
Here's his latest video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AdTujx4H-x8
and the forum thread
Very cool ad. I really dig the LED taillight integration in the rear spoiler.
I have been subscribed to his channel and watching his videos since the horrors of his 991 911 were brought up in this thread. Really like his stuff and think it's cool that he is returning to Porsche. He really likes the M4 but he doesn't love it like he did the 991.
No shame in that.
edit: I have spent many hours watching 944\Turbo repair videos and reviews and looking at for sale ads... my desire for another Porsche is still alive.
Audi A9 teaser:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXsfmAyOGig
the silhouette looks like a coupe. a S-Class Coupe rival I'm thinking.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXsfmAyOGig
the silhouette looks like a coupe. a S-Class Coupe rival I'm thinking.
Heh, had a problem with my car where the windscreen wipers were on all the time if you put the fuse in.
First I disconnected the switch for the wipers which didn't work (still wiping without the switch) so naturally I figured it's either wiring or the relay for the wipers (most likely relay in this case). Had to take apart some of the driver side upholstery and footrest to get to the relay.
Took the relay out and removed the casing to reveal the circuit board, covered the plastic parts and condensators with aluminium foil, warmed up the kitchen oven to 190c and put the part in for 8 minutes.
After it cooled down I put all of it back together and voila! it works! Feeling pretty happy about it
First I disconnected the switch for the wipers which didn't work (still wiping without the switch) so naturally I figured it's either wiring or the relay for the wipers (most likely relay in this case). Had to take apart some of the driver side upholstery and footrest to get to the relay.
Took the relay out and removed the casing to reveal the circuit board, covered the plastic parts and condensators with aluminium foil, warmed up the kitchen oven to 190c and put the part in for 8 minutes.
After it cooled down I put all of it back together and voila! it works! Feeling pretty happy about it
Not gonna lie, the S9/RS9 could be something special.
Me personally, I'd love to lease an RS7 in the next year. It seems absolutely fantastic and the gains from tuning are MASSIVE.
BrokenEchelon
Banned
I don't understand SEMA.
Someone explain it to me. The manufacturers that bring cars to this thing almost never create trims/variants out of them that people can buy, and I have no idea how much of this stuff is aftermarket kit offered to people.
One of many examples from one of the autoblog posts:
So what's the fucking point? At least a concept car shows off future design language and styling cues, this is just literally "we added all these performance parts and/or weird shit to our car. Well....bye."
Someone explain it to me. The manufacturers that bring cars to this thing almost never create trims/variants out of them that people can buy, and I have no idea how much of this stuff is aftermarket kit offered to people.
One of many examples from one of the autoblog posts:
So what's the fucking point? At least a concept car shows off future design language and styling cues, this is just literally "we added all these performance parts and/or weird shit to our car. Well....bye."
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
It's the one auto show I don't give two shits about and completely ignore.
It's utterly boring.
It's utterly boring.
Provides for a new car in Gran Turismo every time doesn't it? Only good thing.
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
Well is it anywhere near as bad as it was? Most of the time when doing an alignment they'll set it up so that the wheel is off to the right (clockwise) a little bit so that when driving down a crowned road you end up with a straightened wheel.
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
I don't know, but if you like they can always tweak the position by adjusting the tie-rods. They just twist both front wheels in the same direction so it recenters the wheel.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
New Comedians in Cars episode! Kevin Hart.
http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee...acebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=S05E01
It came out fantastic. Production value is up, Jerry spends more time talking about the car. Plus the intro is hilarious.
http://comediansincarsgettingcoffee...acebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=S05E01
It came out fantastic. Production value is up, Jerry spends more time talking about the car. Plus the intro is hilarious.
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
Yeah yeah I'm tooting my own horn...but check out this sweet pic!
MemoryHumanity
Member
So, I couldn't get approved for finance on the Fiesta Red Edition. Luckily, I've got accepted
with another company. Should be picking up my Fiesta ST-2 in two weeks! So excited!
with another company. Should be picking up my Fiesta ST-2 in two weeks! So excited!
Yeah yeah I'm tooting my own horn...but check out this sweet pic!
Wow, thats an awesome action shot, so clean!
look forward to seeing what it will look like.
Cadillac ATS-V revealed, and it looks as you'd expect. Road&Track says the TTV6 is good for 450 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque, and weighs 3600 lbs. Appears to have a 6 speed manual in the interior shot.
Not sure about the chrome strip, and other elements of the front end. but I'll withhold judgment until I see it in person. GM's media pictures always suck. Probably could look pretty mean in black.
Not sure about the chrome strip, and other elements of the front end. but I'll withhold judgment until I see it in person. GM's media pictures always suck. Probably could look pretty mean in black.
Cadillac ATS-V revealed, and it looks as you'd expect. Road&Track says the TTV6 is good for 450 hp and 445 lb-ft of torque, and weighs 3600 lbs. Appears to have a 6 speed manual in the interior shot.
Not sure about the chrome strip, and other elements of the front end. but I'll withhold judgment until I see it in person. GM's media pictures always suck. Probably could look pretty mean in black.
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