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I handled this discussion in another thread, but I feel like I bought a new car when I went against my Scotch thrift and bought Michelin tires for my 2015 Mazda 3, with affirmation from Forums members. The original tires had aged out. These give the ride of a larger more expensive car. I bought them at a Discount Tire franchise sale with the fourth tire costing $17, which was okay.
Well I'm not of much age but I've had a few Cars/Trucks
- 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT coupe. (sold) First car
- 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (sold)
- 2013 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab Short Box 4x4. (still have)
- 2004 Mazda Miata. (sold)
- 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. (still have)
Also had 3 Motorcycles
- 1999 Suzuki GZ250 Marauder. (Sold)
- 1978 Honda CB750P scrambler. (Sold)
- 2009 Ducati Monster 1100. (Sold)
- 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GT coupe. (sold) First car
- 2004 Jaguar X-Type. (sold)
- 2013 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab Short Box 4x4. (still have)
- 2004 Mazda Miata. (sold)
- 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 Cabriolet. (still have)
Also had 3 Motorcycles
- 1999 Suzuki GZ250 Marauder. (Sold)
- 1978 Honda CB750P scrambler. (Sold)
- 2009 Ducati Monster 1100. (Sold)
I remember a lot of controversy with the Elio, and I believe, it still never made it into production. Apparently many folks put down thousands in deposits for one, I hope you were not in that group!
Were They Lying: Why The Elio Three Wheeler Is Stuck In Development Hell
It feels like ages since we've heard even the slightest whisper from Elio, a company touted as the future of the automobile and commuting.
www.hotcars.com
Now Elio's founder is reporting that they will build an electric car. I'd wait to see one before plunking down an cash.
Elio Motors announces its intent to produce an electric version of its popular vehicle
/PRNewswire/ -- Elio Motors OTCMKTS: ELIO, (eliomotors.com) is announcing their intention to produce an electric version of their three-wheeled vehicle. The...
www.prnewswire.com
Nothing but controversy on this maker, better run away, don't walk.
The story of Elio sounds a bit like the Dale and con-artist Liz Carmichael, remember him?
www.hagerty.com
www.etonline.com
Liz Carmichael and the econo-car con of the 1970s - Hagerty Media
Liz Carmichael died in 2004. But her legacy with the Dale econo-car, complicated and controversial, lives on.
www.hagerty.com
Inside Liz Carmichael's Wild True Story in 'The Lady and the Dale'
Co-director Zackary Drucker and producer Jay Duplass open up about the fascinating subject of HBO’s latest true-crime docuseries.
www.etonline.com
My first car was a 10 year old 1964 Valiant that looked just like this except for the mint condition, lol. Nothing remarkable about vehicles since. Now I have the vehicle I wanted when I got the above Valiant I could afford in HS - 2 door Wrangler. First thing I did was take out the back seat - now only have to put up with one human passenger max. Of course, others enjoy it!
First car was a Ford Consul reg no 723 BPO
Lost count of how many cars I've had.
Most loved were the pre 1970s Jaguars, especially the Mk 2
Now, I'm desperate for for an Austin A35, slow, but so cute.
Trouble is I don't have a garage at the moment, and if I bought one, I fear it would get stolen the first night here in London.
Lost count of how many cars I've had.
Most loved were the pre 1970s Jaguars, especially the Mk 2
Now, I'm desperate for for an Austin A35, slow, but so cute.
Trouble is I don't have a garage at the moment, and if I bought one, I fear it would get stolen the first night here in London.
The 50s/60s era Consuls look pretty cool - love looking at Euro cars of that era!
Too bad about the Elio. I read quite a bit about it and the whole thing sounded like a great idea to me. I think I would have liked to have one. 
If you put your foot down in a Triumph TR4a, it will pin you to the seat so hard, it's nigh on impossible to take in a breath.
That is savage acceleration !
Ha! I know... It was slow, but I've never been in a car that made going slow feel so fast--or so much fun.
My first car was a Dodge Coronet 440
My love affair with cars went from there:
1969 Buick Skylark 2dr custom
1973 Porsche 914
1969 Austin America
1967 Mercedes 250
1974 Chevy Nova
1994 Pontiac Grand Am
2002 Chevy Suburban
1986 Porsche 944
1986 Buick Regal Limited
1986 Honda Accord
1991 Honda Accord
1994 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1996 Subaru Outback
Still have:
1986 Porsche 911 Carrera
1987.5 Porsche 928S
1971 Chevy Nova 2dr 327 3spd
2010 Ford Fusion Sport
2012 Honda Accord EXL V6
1987 Nissan D21 pick up
My love affair with cars went from there:
1969 Buick Skylark 2dr custom
1973 Porsche 914
1969 Austin America
1967 Mercedes 250
1974 Chevy Nova
1994 Pontiac Grand Am
2002 Chevy Suburban
1986 Porsche 944
1986 Buick Regal Limited
1986 Honda Accord
1991 Honda Accord
1994 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1996 Subaru Outback
Still have:
1986 Porsche 911 Carrera
1987.5 Porsche 928S
1971 Chevy Nova 2dr 327 3spd
2010 Ford Fusion Sport
2012 Honda Accord EXL V6
1987 Nissan D21 pick up
I woke up a lot of response and power in my car simply with a cold air intake and a cat-back exhaust. LS engines tend to like those things.
I used to put a big twin choke Weber on small cheap gutless cars, they would go like the clappers, but burn out pretty quickly.
Most engines are simply not designed to take that sort of combustion.
Most engines are simply not designed to take that sort of combustion.
I remember 1963, riding in a TR3. It sounded like a bucket of bolts going down the road. Never heard so much rattling in my life!
My first car was a 71 VW Bug my dad, who owned a body shop, built for me as tires up restoration. It was gorgeous. Like this with a black interior.
My favorite car was my 2008 Honda Element. Comfortable, easy to clean and a big enough back for my dog. I planned on driving it until it fell apart but it was stolen and they destroyed every panel on the car. It still ran so we gave to my son who had just learned to drive.
I had two Mazda Miata's, a 94 and a 95. I regret selling the 95. It only had 23K miles on it. This was my 95.
The most fun car to drive I ever had was my 2001 MR2 Spyder. Similar in spec's to the Miata, there is something about having the engine in the back that gets your blood pumping.
My current car is rather boring looking, a 2005 Jaguar S-Type Vanden Plas. If you've ever wanted a a Ford era Jaguar, now is a good time. They have depreciated to being down right affordable.
My favorite car was my 2008 Honda Element. Comfortable, easy to clean and a big enough back for my dog. I planned on driving it until it fell apart but it was stolen and they destroyed every panel on the car. It still ran so we gave to my son who had just learned to drive.
I had two Mazda Miata's, a 94 and a 95. I regret selling the 95. It only had 23K miles on it. This was my 95.
The most fun car to drive I ever had was my 2001 MR2 Spyder. Similar in spec's to the Miata, there is something about having the engine in the back that gets your blood pumping.
My current car is rather boring looking, a 2005 Jaguar S-Type Vanden Plas. If you've ever wanted a a Ford era Jaguar, now is a good time. They have depreciated to being down right affordable.