Cars and other kinds of motoring gibberish

Wynter wrote:Sorry for interrupting the convo, but I'm going to buy a new car for myself, hopefully in September. But I'm not a big car person, so I don't know what's best out on the market.

I was told that the Honda Accord is grand, but my bro already has that.

I wanted something affordable but nice.

The obvious question is what are you willing to spend?

And is there a brand you favor/don't favor?

bmwracer wrote:
The obvious question is what are you willing to spend?

And is there a brand you favor/don't favor?

Willing to spend... prolly between $40, 000 to $50, 000 CND.

We've always had Japanese cars in the family, because although they're not as powerful, they're reliable and have a long life. So I've heard. So I guess I'll stick with those...

Mind you, mum was going to get a beemer, but ended up getting a mercedes. That was a first.

Just stirring the pot, with the price of gas, you might want to consider a hybrid. My brother has a Toyota:http://www.toyota.com/prius-hybrid/index.html[/list:u] It's a nice car. I rode around with him some in it when I was in Denver back in January. I dunno if I should be considered an expert on fuel economy though, I've got a 2005 Mustang GT with a 300 horsepower V-8. :twisted:

Wynter wrote:Willing to spend... prolly between $40, 000 to $50, 000 CND.

We've always had Japanese cars in the family, because although they're not as powerful, they're reliable and have a long life. So I've heard. So I guess I'll stick with those...

Mind you, mum was going to get a beemer, but ended up getting a mercedes. That was a first.

Looking up the exchange rates, it's almost 1:1 with the USD, so $40K-50K gives you a lot of options.

If you're going to spend that much and it has to be Japanese, look at the upscale brands like Lexus/Acura/Infiniti.

I'd never push a BMW on anyone unless you're really into driving.

BTW, two or four doors?

gaijinmark wrote:I dunno if I should be considered an expert on fuel economy though, I've got a 2005 Mustang GT with a 300 horsepower V-8. :twisted:

LOL. :lol:

But do you drive like an old lady or have a lead foot? :beaten:

bmwracer wrote:


I'd never push a BMW on anyone unless you're really into driving.

or suffer from claustrophobia. :hehe:

bmwracer wrote:
Looking up the exchange rates, it's almost 1:1 with the USD, so $40K-50K gives you a lot of options.

If you're going to spend that much and it has to be Japanese, look at the upscale brands like Lexus/Acura/Infiniti.

I'd never push a BMW on anyone unless you're really into driving.

BTW, two or four doors?

My neighbor has an infiniti and it's a pretty nice car. But now that I think of it, if I'm driving the car to work everyday, and parking in a lot shared with students, I'm not sure I want such a fancy car. I'll fall victim to vandalism, I'm sure.

I always wanted a two-door car. The seem more sporty. But I'm assuming they're less roomy, too...

I car-pool a lot with my colleagues.

gaijinmark wrote:Just stirring the pot, with the price of gas, you might want to consider a hybrid. My brother has a Toyota:http://www.toyota.com/prius-hybrid/index.html[/list:u] It's a nice car. I rode around with him some in it when I was in Denver back in January. I dunno if I should be considered an expert on fuel economy though, I've got a 2005 Mustang GT with a 300 horsepower V-8. :twisted:

Are Toyota and Ford the only makers of Hybrids?

Wynter wrote:Are Toyota and Ford the only makers of Hybrids?

Honda makes them as well.

Ever consider a Mini? :)

I think that'll be the next car I buy, unless BMW cuts the prices of their cars which is highly unlikely... Besides, BMW owns Mini anyways. :victory:

bmwracer wrote:


Ever consider a Mini? :)

not the clubman though. it's hideous.

bmwracer wrote:
Honda makes them as well.

Ever consider a Mini? :)

I think that'll be the next car I buy, unless BMW cuts the prices of their cars which is highly unlikely... Besides, BMW owns Mini anyways. :victory:

A Mini... what... :ashamed:

O! Are these those cars they show in the movies?

>>googles<<

Wynter wrote:A Mini... what... :ashamed:

Not a "mini"... A Mini.

krim just bought one... His Yuko.... Go back a couple of pages.

O! Are these those cars they show in the movies?

The Italian Job. :victory:

Charlize Theron. :bonk: :bonk: :bonk:

bmwracer wrote:
The Italian Job. :victory:

Charlize Theron. :bonk: :bonk: :bonk:

O yea! That's where I remember seeing them.

I googled, and found that the Mini Cooper's road test averages from 70% to 85%. Is that good? They're really cute.

Wynter wrote:O yea! That's where I remember seeing them.

I googled, and found that the Mini Cooper's road test averages from 70% to 85%. Is that good? They're really cute.

Road test averages? :headscratch:

bmwracer wrote:
Road test averages? :headscratch:

O, ratings, I think. Lemme find the site again.

Wynter wrote:

O, ratings, I think. Lemme find the site again.

Reviews: http://www.auto123.com/en/car-reviews/mini/?make=mini

Wynter wrote:O, ratings, I think. Lemme find the site again.

You should venture out and test drive one...

It does have some peculiarities that might need getting used to, like the speedo being in the center console and the tach being the only instrument in front of your steering wheel:

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bmwracer wrote:
You should venture out and test drive one...

It does have some peculiarities that might need getting used to, like the speedo being in the center console and the tach being the only instrument in front of your steering wheel:

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My dad said he'll go with me for test drives once I've narrowed my choices down. I'll add the Mini to the list.

I'm looking at the Toyota Solara right. It's a pretty hot car.

Wynter wrote:My dad said he'll go with me for test drives once I've narrowed my choices down. I'll add the Mini to the list.

Cool. :thumbsup:

And it's only about $20K-$25K, depending if you buy the S (turbo) or not... And both are thrifty with gas. :)

I'm looking at the Toyota Solara right. It's a pretty hot car.

It's basically a two-door Camry. :sweat:

But I think the Mini will be a lot more fun to drive... If you're into that.

bmwracer wrote:
But do you drive like an old lady or have a lead foot? :beaten:

Bumper-to-bumper on the 405, that 300 hp REALLY comes in handy :omg: [/list:u]

gaijinmark wrote: Bumper-to-bumper on the 405, that 300 hp REALLY comes in handy :omg: [/list:u]

Those split-second lane changes need some cubic inches. :mrgreen: