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| bearing 2002-03-10, 1:34 pm |
| What cars do people like?
I'm a huge Land Rover fan...Best 4x4xfar
Anything Solihull and I'm there.... | |
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| I am a German car nut. I love the Audi TT and S4. Actually, show me an Audi and I would love to drive it!  | |
| bearing 2002-03-10, 1:46 pm |
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originally posted by freak
I am a German car nut. I love the Audi TT and S4. Actually, show me an Audi and I would love to drive it!
Stick shift or Auto?
My first ever car was a Mk1 VW Golf, I loved that car. Alongside Land Rovers I also likeTVR's, absolute classic British sportscars..... | |
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| Black Porshe 911s Targa
wish I could afford it 
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| mrfixit 2002-03-10, 1:55 pm |
| Currently driving a 2001 Honda Accord EX. (With leather. )
My first car was a '66 Mustang. (Miss that car. ) | |
| bearing 2002-03-10, 2:02 pm |
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originally posted by mrfixit
My first car was a '66 Mustang. (Miss that car. )
There's a mustang that lives up our street, green with two white stripes from bonnet to tail, bit of a head turner in the U.K. not many around, man the beast just throbs....... | |
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Originally posted by bearing
Stick shift or Auto?
My first ever car was a Mk1 VW Golf, I loved that car. Alongside Land Rovers I also likeTVR's, absolute classic British sportscars.....
most definitely a stick shift! I will never understand people who drive automatic transmissions -- at least in a sports car. There is something magical in the combination of a 4 cylinder engine, a manual tranny and a turbo
I love the 1.8T engine that VAG developed. It is an absolute blast to drive. I eat those silly little subaru WRXs every day for breaksfast
I almost bought a 911 when I turned 30. But then we had twins, and, well... priorities change 
Pics of my car can be found at www.carmaineiacs.com | |
| cross36 2002-03-10, 2:15 pm |
| I love the 2000 issue of the Ford 4-door Explorer. And the Camaro Z28
LOL thanks Spud | |
| bearing 2002-03-10, 2:16 pm |
| Couldn't agree more, stick shifts(or manuals as I know them) seem to put you more in tune with your car....
Anyway you couldn't drive a European car without Stick shift really....
Loved the Audi Quattro's when I was younger(16-17 years ago)they kicked XXX in rallying always wanted one... | |
| PotatoHead 2002-03-10, 2:17 pm |
| Black Stretch hummer!!
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And the Camaro Z23
Do you mean the Z28 or is there a Z23? | |
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| Webmaster 2002-03-10, 3:46 pm |
| I've heard that Land rovers are not reliable at all.
Here in the US people make fun of it saying that reach people buy Land rover just to show off that they are so rich, they can afford a car that needs repaires every month.
I am also not a fan of US cars and trucks. It seems that almost every new model of US car or truck has some sort of recall a year after it comes out.
I only trust Japaneese cars. I have not had any experience with german cars so far, so can't comment on that.
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Originally posted by bearing
What cars do people like?
I'm a huge Land Rover fan...Best 4x4xfar
Anything Solihull and I'm there....
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| chunder 2002-03-11, 1:37 am |
| i dig my 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab (with the new 4.7L V8 and AWD). peppy and powerfull. better than any Ford Ranger or GM s-10/15 or any other smaller-sized truck. i don't think any of them could pull my boat like this one does. however, my durango with the 5.9L V8, although rather thisty, has some really nice torque. somehow the missus and i turned into dodge-folk... but then i also have my '65 VW Camperbus. with a semi-chromed dual-port 1600, bug packs (for that sweet sound) and 14" empi 5-spokes riding on a 3" all-around drop. | |
| peterd 2002-03-11, 7:15 am |
| Hello,
I have a beaten up old Ford Escort diesel, 14 years old, multicoloured (as I've changed the front doors and the bonnet due to rust)...
but at 70 mph on the motorways it still does almost 60 miles per gallon!
Regards
Peter | |
| eric1971 2002-03-11, 7:58 am |
| quote:
Originally posted by mrfixit
Currently driving a 2001 Honda Accord EX. (With leather. )
My first car was a '66 Mustang. (Miss that car. )
I currently own a '66 Mustang GT. It's a great car, not very practical though. | |
| Shadowwraith 2002-03-11, 8:07 am |
| Well on this one I would definetly have to go with my 86.5 Toyota Supra. Non turbo and automatic. But that will change with more money. Going to transplant the head and block of a later year so I can have the turbo. I am also going to change out the tranny to a 5 speed short shifter. :-) | |
| PCDude 2002-03-11, 8:07 am |
| I own a 2001 Toyota Corolla. Its good on gas!!! But I wish I still have my old car 1991 Mustang LX 5.0... Very fast car! | |
| mrfixit 2002-03-11, 8:28 am |
| quote:
Originally posted by PCDude
I own a 2001 Toyota Corolla. Its good on gas!!! But I wish I still have my old car 1991 Mustang LX 5.0... Very fast car!
Had an '86 GT 5.0! Awesome car! (Gas burner though! Just a trip around the block would suck down 1/2 a tank!) | |
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| bearing 2002-03-11, 10:57 am |
| quote:
Originally posted by Webmaster
I've heard that Land rovers are not reliable at all.
Here in the US people make fun of it saying that reach people buy Land rover just to show off that they are so rich, they can afford a car that needs repaires every month.
It is true that Land Rovers can be unreliable,
but then you're probably refering to the Discovery, and the Range Rover, there's plenty more Land Rovers than just those models driving round the World.
I actually own a Series III Land Rover, it's 20 years old now, and yes I have to maintain it but off-roading is hard work on machines..
the Series III is similar in style to the vehicle used by Lara Croft in Tomb Raider..
It must be said that Japanese 4x4's are popular, but I don't recall seeing many 20 year old models driving about, most of them would have rusted away in that time.
It is testemant to Land Rover that near 70% of the vehicles produced are still driving somewhere in the world today(over 50 years of production), and that if you showed a picture of a true Land Rover to everybody in the world a big percentage would recognise it...
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Originally posted by supertech
Did you know that Land Rover, Jaguar, Astin Martin, and Volvo are all owned by Ford Motor Company?
http://www.ford.com/en/default.htm
If you like the Land Rover, I'm sure you would really dig the Hummer
Can only be good for Land Rover to have such a big parent company.
Yeh the Hummer is kinda cool, but I'm still Land-Rover.. | |
| peterd 2002-03-11, 10:59 am |
| Hi bearing,
if you own a Ford you need to become a good mechanic or the garage bills will kill you. I've had mostly Fords in the last 33 years...
and there's not much on a car that I've not had stripped down at one time or another!
Regards
Peter | |
| bearing 2002-03-11, 11:05 am |
| peterd,
Yes I know what Fords can be like, I cuurently own a G reg van, god I hate it but it gets me to the jobs(sometimes)...
Has a tendancy to mis-fire after travelling on motorways for twenty minutes or so, then after pulling over and waiting two mins it's fine for another twenty or so, baffling if you ask me..... | |
| Crutch 2002-03-11, 11:10 am |
| Currently, I own a '97 Ford Expedition 4x4, while my wife drives an '92 Nissan Maxima. My dream vehicle is actually several, depending on the application:
Street: '72 Olds 442
Off Road: '69 Ford Bronco 4x4 (Made for off-road fun. You know, 351, 4speed, Lockers and 35" tires). | |
| ace123 2002-03-11, 11:14 am |
| My ford van would die intermittently after it warm up and I could never figure it out.Alway at the best time( like pulling out onto a four lane highway into trafic.  | |
| freak 2002-03-11, 11:31 am |
| I had a ford explorer. Brought it to 90,000 miles and sold it. never had a problem with it.
My current Audi is at 65,xxx miles and kicking some serious butt
To the previous poster who mentioned Lamborghini, it is now owned by VAG... Yup, it is now a German car
By the way, Nissan is partly owned by Renault, the French brand. Interesting fact: when the Renault 19 first came out, it was the best selling car in Germany for a year and change...
The Latest Land Rover is basically a BMW. They were owned by the Bavarian brand, and recently sold, but the project that they released is the same as the one BMW built to be the top of their SUV line... | |
| Daviet 2002-03-11, 11:36 am |
| my favorite car would have to be the all time Go Kart! I was dared to drive it to work on a summer day (its a 10 minute drive by normal transportation manners) so it took like 30 minutes.. But I tell ya, I have never had so much fun in my life, And other than the funny looks you get, I would recommend it to everyone.
Right now I drive a Sunfire, Not the best car, But she's mine, and I love her... Until I get some money for a faster car Anyway, Muahaha | |
| Crutch 2002-03-11, 11:38 am |
| I'd also wouldn't mind owning a Defender 90 like the one in tomb raider. | |
| jombeewoof 2002-03-11, 12:02 pm |
| best car I ever owned was my first a
'77 Cougar with a 351 under the hood I took that to the prom at 160 mph
thing was awesome I used to race it up and down RT 3 (MA/NH border) the thing never lost well till I blew the engine I'd love to get another one just like it but I'd settle for an Packard like a '40 with the suicide doors and the headlights that turn with the front wheels | |
| freak 2002-03-11, 12:32 pm |
| headlights that turn with the front wheels. I hope you mean when you turn the wheels to change direction, not when the wheels turn around the axle That could make for some funky headlights! LOL | |
| slapyomoma 2002-03-11, 12:41 pm |
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I've heard that Land rovers are not reliable at all.
I have a '97 Land Rover Discovery and have yet to have a problem with it.
I love it!!! | |
| PCDude 2002-03-11, 1:04 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by mrfixit
Had an '86 GT 5.0! Awesome car! (Gas burner though! Just a trip around the block would suck down 1/2 a tank!)
I know about that!!! Those Mustangs sure can drink that gas!!! | |
| wbafrank 2002-03-11, 1:59 pm |
| I would love to own a classic Rolls Royce - not the rubbish they produce now - Britsh workmanship at it's best!!
Wouldn't buy a Ford it just stands for "Fix Or Repair Daily." | |
| chunder 2002-03-11, 2:08 pm |
| if someone handed me a Bentley, tax free and insurance premium/deductible free, i don't think i'd stop them. | |
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| http://www.nets2.com/van.jpg
Not the most desirable in the world, but its mine ..... well, by "mine", I mean my companies  ! and definatly my most favorite, as I've had most fun in it !! muahahahahhaha | |
| chunder 2002-03-11, 3:50 pm |
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Originally posted by Ando
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Not the most desirable in the world, but its mine ..... well, by "mine", I mean my companies ! and definatly my most favorite, as I've had most fun in it !! muahahahahhaha
looks to me like you need some 15inch mags and some low-profile tires. then add the neon lighting under the chasis, the boomin' stereo system and some hydraulics. then you'd be in bizness! | |
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| kappagamma698 2002-03-11, 11:46 pm |
| My favorite car is my 66 barracuda and I also like the dakota r/t anything that is mopar and has power really gets my 100% attention. My Fiance hates it that we will be talking in the car and then suddenly there I go like Pavlov's dog drulling (SP?). | |
| carlitos 2002-03-12, 12:08 am |
| for me rx-7 mazda | |
| ace123 2002-03-12, 7:19 am |
| My favorite that I own was my 69 chevy C10.
Never once let me down | |
| The VMS Kid 2002-03-12, 7:41 am |
| Model-T. | |
| bearing 2002-03-12, 12:36 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by freak
The Latest Land Rover is basically a BMW. They were owned by the Bavarian brand, and recently sold, but the project that they released is the same as the one BMW built to be the top of their SUV line...
Aaaargh he said the word I hate 'BMW', anyway
the new Land Rover, (your probably reffering to the Freelander)is manufactured in the UK, and was designed at Solihull(Home of Land Rover)and about the only thing BMW did for Rover was to up the quality of the manufacture, and help with engine design.
Don't ever say that a Land Rover is basically a BMW to a Landrover nut, he'll probably grab you by the axles
I will say one thing, just wait until you see the new Range Rover, it is pure class...
http://www.rangerover.landrover.com/ | |
| chunder 2002-03-12, 12:46 pm |
| quote:
Originally posted by bearing
I will say one thing, just wait until you see the new Range Rover, it is pure class...
http://www.rangerover.landrover.com/
and you've really got to love that highly affordable $75-85k (USD) price tag... huh? | |
| Crutch 2002-03-12, 12:54 pm |
| The Hummer H2 is due out this fall here in the States. Comes standard with 315/75R-17 tires with 37-inchers optional. Has the interior of a Tahoe (no middle hump) and a diff locker in the rear. The engine is the 6.0 liter 320HP V-8. Have no idea what prices will be but the H1 Hummer goes for around $85K, so it will probably be around $55K.
For the money though, you could build one fine off-road vehicle for half or quarter of the H2 price.
Show me a "Stroppe prepared" '69 Ford Bronco anytime. | |
| TheNile 2002-03-12, 4:21 pm |
| I LOVE MY BMW 525i.... | |
| dmaftei 2002-03-13, 9:28 am |
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Originally posted by chunder
i dig my 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab (with the new 4.7L V8 and AWD). peppy and powerfull. better than any Ford Ranger or GM s-10/15 or any other smaller-sized truck.
Hey, chunder, the Dakota is NOT a compact pickup It's as big as an F 150... The only reason it's clasified together with Rangers, S-10s, Tacomas and other little toys is that the Dodge nuts cannot build a smaller truck. Heh...
BTW, I drive a Ranger 2001 (2wd, short bed, regular cab, manual; the cheapest ), and my wife drives the family car: a Taurus SE 1999. I didn't have any problem so far with my Fords, but they're pretty new...
When I'll make a load of money I'll get myself an AWD Mercedes-Benz E430, and my wife a BMW M3 (that's what she likes  ). The germans DO build the best cars, right, freak? | |
| chunder 2002-03-13, 11:15 am |
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Originally posted by dmaftei
Hey, chunder, the Dakota is NOT a compact pickup It's as big as an F 150... The only reason it's clasified together with Rangers, S-10s, Tacomas and other little toys is that the Dodge nuts cannot build a smaller truck. Heh...
BTW, I drive a Ranger 2001 (2wd, short bed, regular cab, manual; the cheapest ), and my wife drives the family car: a Taurus SE 1999. I didn't have any problem so far with my Fords, but they're pretty new...
that's exactly why i like it.. it's NOT a compact.. but i think it's actually closer in size to a ranger than a full-size. i've had 2 different rangers (and 86 4x4, and a 93 4x4 x-cab) and my father has always had chevys and one brother has a full-size dodge (2500). i can't really compare it to the f-150 since i haven't ever driven one but it does look pretty close to the new toyota tundra's size. but the real truth is that it's more of a mid-size truck with the power of a full-size. | |
| bearing 2002-03-13, 11:30 am |
| Ando,
It's good to see another WHITE VAN MAN on these forums. | |
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| I currently drive my second car, an 89' mustang I bought in 92. I don't have heat or AC other than a little 200 watt ceramic heater I plug into my cigarette lighter.
I could afford a better car, but I really could give a crap how cool others think I am when I'm riding down the road. I figure when I'm in transit, I'm in transit. When I get where I'm going I'll do whatever I need to do, and that's what counts. | |
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| freak 2002-03-13, 11:52 am |
| quote:
Originally posted by bearing
Aaaargh he said the word I hate 'BMW', anyway
the new Land Rover, (your probably reffering to the Freelander)is manufactured in the UK, and was designed at Solihull(Home of Land Rover)and about the only thing BMW did for Rover was to up the quality of the manufacture, and help with engine design.
Don't ever say that a Land Rover is basically a BMW to a Landrover nut, he'll probably grab you by the axles
I will say one thing, just wait until you see the new Range Rover, it is pure class...
http://www.rangerover.landrover.com/
God knows I was not talking about the Freelander. Iwas talking about the Range Rover that you actually linked to It *is* a BMW for all instances and purposes... | |
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| bearing 2002-03-16, 6:53 am |
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Originally quoted by freak
God knows I was not talking about the Freelander. Iwas talking about the Range Rover that you actually linked to It *is* a BMW for all instances and purposes...
It is not a BMW!
It is a Land Rover!!!
The Germans don't no diddly about 4 wheel drive technology, thats why they bought Rover so as to get that technology onboard to create their own 4x4's.(and to take the famous Mini from us)
The new range Rover was designed in House at Land Rover, and harks back to the original Range Rover and to the famous Riva speedboats.
Its off-road capabilities are outstanding, especially considering its monocoque design and lack of beam axles... | |
| wbafrank 2002-03-16, 7:17 am |
| It doesn't matter if it was made or thought up of in the UK but who owns it. Therefore as it is owned by BMW it is a BMW under another name - do you agree!! | |
| Teck Shark 2002-03-16, 11:17 am |
| I absolutely love my Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer Edition. Fully loaded baby! Just a beautiful vehicle. Never had any problems yet either. A lot of the problems that come from a vehicle result from how you take care of it. If you don't take car of it, you're asking for problems. This was a vehicle I've always wanted.
But I'd have to say my "unicorn" is the SHelby Mustang GT500! Just like the one on the final chase of Gone in 60 Seconds. What a dream car. | |
| freak 2002-03-16, 11:25 am |
| yup, it is also Nic Cage's unicorn in the movie... ride sally up, ride sally down... | |
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| Jolie was his love interest, not his unicorn. His unicorn is that which he lusted after but cannot get. He does get her in the movie, now doesn't he? | |
| Tekwannabe 2002-03-16, 4:59 pm |
| I have a 93'mercedes 190e 2.6 it's a sleeper,If you're a mercedes lover go to www.mercedesshop.com | |
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| I love Mercedes. Unfortunately, most are rear-wheel drive, and since I live in Maine, I am not brave enough to go through the winter months with a rear-wheel drive car... hence my love for the Quattro system that Audi offers... | |
| Tekwannabe 2002-03-16, 9:04 pm |
| Freak,How much the maintenance cost on your audi,Did you have major problem with it?I heard that its expensive to maintain an Audi | |
| centxs 2002-03-17, 5:23 am |
| Pewter colored with Westin nerfs, vent visors and a Xtang full tilt tonnau.
6.0 litre V8...
I love my Truck! | |
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Freak,How much the maintenance cost on your audi,Did you have major problem with it?I heard that its expensive to maintain an Audi
no maintenance fees of any kind up to 50000 miles It is all covered by default. Maintaining a German car is always a bit more expensive than domestic, but the trade off is well worth it as far as I am concerned... | |
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