Your vehicle: what do you have, why do you like it, and what do you not like?

**Davep** · 08-26-2015, 06:34 PM

Originally posted by RoxnDox

Some people thought these were ugly, too, but I loved mine. Color look familiar?

Jim

I had a customer who was a creative director at a large Canadian advt agency who owned an Aztec, and he absolutely loved it. He stated it was the most comfortable and reliable vehicle he ever owned.

**mattb123** · 08-26-2015, 09:11 PM

I like the concept of the Aztec. I'd actually use it for camping if I had one. But my truck can get to better places with everything I need.

kadajawi · 08-27-2015, 06:14 AM

Originally posted by Ex Finn.

Ugly is, ugly does... The ugliest of all IMO. Drove one once, hated the shifter.
http://farm1.static.flickr.com/26/63971853_6150732d1b.jpg

Are you kidding me? That's one of the coolest cars there is. It's sweet, comfortable (though noisy and power free), ...

Chris Harris has one, and absolutely loves his. IIRC he owns/owned a Ferrari 599, amongst others, and reviews sports cars for a living, so... if he loves it there must be something right with it. He has one of the early ones, with 20 hp or so, and the removable front seat bench.

The only thing cool about the Aztec is that Heisenberg had one. I wouldn't mind driving one, but only if it is that particular color. I guess I am a sucker for movie cars... white Challenger, that Aztec, ...

**Sqideyes** · 08-29-2015, 12:54 AM - **1 Like**

My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home.

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dngr · 08-29-2015, 01:32 AM

Originally posted by Sqideyes

My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home.

Nice rig!

**wtlwdwgn** · 08-29-2015, 08:32 AM

Originally posted by dngr

Nice rig!

I agree. They're not available here.

starbase218 · 08-29-2015, 08:49 AM

Originally posted by kadajawi

The Clio should be a big improvement, especially in the looks department.

I got the Clio now.

Pluses:
- It looks very nice, both inside and out, esp in the brown metallic color I have.
- It's an eco-friendly diesel, putting out 82g of CO2 per kilometer (well, at least, that's the spec - see minuses), but performance is still good.
- It has inbuilt GPS, radio with USB, etc all on a nice big color screen.
- It also has cruise control, which I missed with the Micra.
- There is less wind noise.
- It just feels like a bigger car, probably because it is.
- It has keyless entry and keyless start, with a start/stop button. When I walk away from the car with the key in my pocket, it automatically locks the doors. This is great for showing off.

Minuses:
- There's a promotional sticker from my company on the rear windscreen. But hey, who cares?

- It has a 5-speed gearbox (manual, of course). By now I half-expected to get a 6-speed. That said, I don't have anything to complain about with the 5-speed. Revs at highway speeds are not too high, and the same goes for engine noise.
- It has a useless ECO-button, that they probably used to get it to the 82g/km CO2 spec, in order to let it fall in the 14% company car tax range, together with taping over panel gaps, etc. When I picked up the car, the salesman literally said to me, "don't use this. this will make the car less safe to drive. when you need more power in a certain situation, you won't have it when it is turned on". I don't like the fact that car manufacturers cheat on the CO2 spec this way. OTOH it does mean I have to pay less tax. Still, the system doesn't work.
- The rear windscreen is smaller and father away than the Micra's. This does limit rearward visibility. (the sticker doesn't, btw) In fact I'd say all-around visibility is a bit worse than the Micra or the 208 and it does take some getting used to.
- Everybody likes this car. At least with the Micra, I could stand out. Like, "I know it's a typical women's car. So what?" I can't portray the "so what?" behaviour anymore. The Clio has robbed me of that.

Instead, I can portray "showing off" behaviour with the keyless entry etc. But I like the former better.

- I got flowers from the dealer when I picked up the car. I'm terrible with plants and flowers alike. They all die on me.

Last edited by starbase218; 08-29-2015 at 09:55 AM.

kadajawi · 08-30-2015, 01:45 AM

Originally posted by starbase218

- It has keyless entry and keyless start, with a start/stop button. When I walk away from the car with the key in my pocket, it automatically locks the doors. This is great for showing off.

London has a real problem with thieves targeting keyless cars

:P

The eco button should soften the throttle response and limit maximum power output... great for those with binary feet (I've experienced those drivers... makes me sea sick), for others it's not really necessary.

starbase218 · 08-30-2015, 04:30 AM

Originally posted by kadajawi

London has a real problem with thieves targeting keyless cars

:P

well, it still isn't my car.

Originally posted by kadajawi

The eco button should soften the throttle response and limit maximum power output... great for those with binary feet (I've experienced those drivers... makes me sea sick), for others it's not really necessary.

LOL, binary feet? Never experienced those drivers. I do sometimes get the feeling that you have to sign a declaration of antisocial driving behavior when you buy an Audi or BMW though.

Sage97 · 09-01-2015, 07:20 PM

I've been driving my BMW Z4 lately. It's an 04 and I got it in early 05. I still like it a lot and the only thing I don't like about it is that its not an 2016.

kadajawi · 09-02-2015, 10:45 AM

Originally posted by starbase218

well, it still isn't my car.

LOL, binary feet? Never experienced those drivers. I do sometimes get the feeling that you have to sign a declaration of antisocial driving behavior when you buy an Audi or BMW though.

Or if you are Mainland Chinese... once I was crossing a zebra crossing, while the traffic light for me was green, and for the car red. The car tried to push me off the road. That was in China...

People with binary feet only know full throttle (well, not that, but enough to be way too much) or no throttle. Same with the steering wheel.

My car is now fully licensed again, and passed the inspection. Some part holding the front left wheel was cracked. Fixed it for 100 Euro, and it is fully road worthy again

Yay.

hks_kansei · 09-03-2015, 07:42 PM

Originally posted by Sqideyes

My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home.

Love the troopy.

and the v8 would be handy!

A mate of mine has an FJ troopy (I think mid 70s?) with the inline 6 non-turbo diesel.

Great car, but oh my god is it slow... we took it up a local road, bitumened and moderately steep, but any other car could happily climb it.

Had to put the FJ into low range just to get it up the hill.

**jpzk** · 09-03-2015, 07:52 PM

Originally posted by Sqideyes

My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home.

Sure looks like the thing to have for the Outbacks ?

Great looking vehicle !

Rupert · 09-03-2015, 08:26 PM

I'm still likin' my little Audi TT. Today I did a deep cleaning job on it ...it really wasn't very dirty, I keep it near perfect. Got it for traveling and we are about to go on a trip soon. Perfect travel car for two people. Room for three large bags and some loose clothing...plus you have the tiny back seats for your camera gear to stay handy. Around 30-32 mpg on the highway...but being a turbo, it does require the high octane grade.

Rides like a big Lincoln, handles like a sports car.....just a fun ride all around.

If you can't fit it in here, maybe you don't need it!

The rear seats also fold down for even more room.....could have a had a lot of fun back there in High School!

Regards! .....I am enjoying this thread, very interesting stuff!

Rupert · 09-12-2015, 11:17 AM

So many great cars posted here!.....and if you love your ride, it makes for a happy experience.

My Jeep turns 18 this fall, and is still like new. It has to be the best vehicle I have ever owned when it comes to service and dependability. Hardly ever any problems and I never get uneasy on a long trip worrying about it breaking down...it never has. It's been coat to coast and everywhere in between and is rock solid. Not the most comfortable for travel, the little TT is wonderful for long road trips, but the Jeep is not all that bad either. Good AC and with the hardtop it is not too noisy either. I keep it in perfect condition, well serviced and use only Mobil 1 Synthetic oil and lubricants. Waxed twice a year and kept under a carport, it has held up very well.

I saw a little Fiat a page or two back I really liked. I prefer smaller cars like the Jeep, TT, Fiat and others that take less time to keep clean and are easier to maneuver in city traffic. Easier to park and make U-turns when necessary.

I've owned a lot of cars, some very fast...back when I was young and a lot faster too! Now that I am old and slow, speed is not a priority. Haven't had a speeding ticket in over three decades.

Regards!

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08-26-2015, 06:34 PM	#181
Davep Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 222	Originally posted by RoxnDox Some people thought these were ugly, too, but I loved mine. Color look familiar? Jim I had a customer who was a creative director at a large Canadian advt agency who owned an Aztec, and he absolutely loved it. He stated it was the most comfortable and reliable vehicle he ever owned.

08-26-2015, 09:11 PM	#182
mattb123 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Colorado High Country Photos: Gallery Posts: 10,873	I like the concept of the Aztec. I'd actually use it for camping if I had one. But my truck can get to better places with everything I need.

08-27-2015, 06:14 AM	#183
kadajawi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,799	Originally posted by Ex Finn. Ugly is, ugly does... The ugliest of all IMO. Drove one once, hated the shifter. http://farm1.static.flickr.com/26/63971853_6150732d1b.jpg Are you kidding me? That's one of the coolest cars there is. It's sweet, comfortable (though noisy and power free), ... Chris Harris has one, and absolutely loves his. IIRC he owns/owned a Ferrari 599, amongst others, and reviews sports cars for a living, so... if he loves it there must be something right with it. He has one of the early ones, with 20 hp or so, and the removable front seat bench. The only thing cool about the Aztec is that Heisenberg had one. I wouldn't mind driving one, but only if it is that particular color. I guess I am a sucker for movie cars... white Challenger, that Aztec, ...

08-29-2015, 01:32 AM	#185
dngr Veteran Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Victoria/Great Lakes Photos: Gallery Posts: 691	Originally posted by Sqideyes My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home. Nice rig!

08-29-2015, 08:32 AM	#186
wtlwdwgn Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Billings, MT Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,853	Originally posted by dngr Nice rig! I agree. They're not available here.

08-29-2015, 08:49 AM	#187
starbase218 Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth, Sol system, Milky Way galaxy, Universe Posts: 1,119	Originally posted by kadajawi The Clio should be a big improvement, especially in the looks department. I got the Clio now. Pluses: - It looks very nice, both inside and out, esp in the brown metallic color I have. - It's an eco-friendly diesel, putting out 82g of CO2 per kilometer (well, at least, that's the spec - see minuses), but performance is still good. - It has inbuilt GPS, radio with USB, etc all on a nice big color screen. - It also has cruise control, which I missed with the Micra. - There is less wind noise. - It just feels like a bigger car, probably because it is. - It has keyless entry and keyless start, with a start/stop button. When I walk away from the car with the key in my pocket, it automatically locks the doors. This is great for showing off. Minuses: - There's a promotional sticker from my company on the rear windscreen. But hey, who cares? - It has a 5-speed gearbox (manual, of course). By now I half-expected to get a 6-speed. That said, I don't have anything to complain about with the 5-speed. Revs at highway speeds are not too high, and the same goes for engine noise. - It has a useless ECO-button, that they probably used to get it to the 82g/km CO2 spec, in order to let it fall in the 14% company car tax range, together with taping over panel gaps, etc. When I picked up the car, the salesman literally said to me, "don't use this. this will make the car less safe to drive. when you need more power in a certain situation, you won't have it when it is turned on". I don't like the fact that car manufacturers cheat on the CO2 spec this way. OTOH it does mean I have to pay less tax. Still, the system doesn't work. - The rear windscreen is smaller and father away than the Micra's. This does limit rearward visibility. (the sticker doesn't, btw) In fact I'd say all-around visibility is a bit worse than the Micra or the 208 and it does take some getting used to. - Everybody likes this car. At least with the Micra, I could stand out. Like, "I know it's a typical women's car. So what?" I can't portray the "so what?" behaviour anymore. The Clio has robbed me of that. Instead, I can portray "showing off" behaviour with the keyless entry etc. But I like the former better. - I got flowers from the dealer when I picked up the car. I'm terrible with plants and flowers alike. They all die on me. Last edited by starbase218; 08-29-2015 at 09:55 AM.

08-30-2015, 01:45 AM	#188
kadajawi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,799	Originally posted by starbase218 - It has keyless entry and keyless start, with a start/stop button. When I walk away from the car with the key in my pocket, it automatically locks the doors. This is great for showing off. London has a real problem with thieves targeting keyless cars :P The eco button should soften the throttle response and limit maximum power output... great for those with binary feet (I've experienced those drivers... makes me sea sick), for others it's not really necessary.

08-30-2015, 04:30 AM	#189
starbase218 Inactive Account Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Planet Earth, Sol system, Milky Way galaxy, Universe Posts: 1,119	Originally posted by kadajawi London has a real problem with thieves targeting keyless cars :P well, it still isn't my car. Originally posted by kadajawi The eco button should soften the throttle response and limit maximum power output... great for those with binary feet (I've experienced those drivers... makes me sea sick), for others it's not really necessary. LOL, binary feet? Never experienced those drivers. I do sometimes get the feeling that you have to sign a declaration of antisocial driving behavior when you buy an Audi or BMW though.

09-01-2015, 07:20 PM	#190
Sage97 Pentaxian Join Date: Apr 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 3,239	I've been driving my BMW Z4 lately. It's an 04 and I got it in early 05. I still like it a lot and the only thing I don't like about it is that its not an 2016.

09-02-2015, 10:45 AM	#191
kadajawi Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,799	Originally posted by starbase218 well, it still isn't my car. LOL, binary feet? Never experienced those drivers. I do sometimes get the feeling that you have to sign a declaration of antisocial driving behavior when you buy an Audi or BMW though. Or if you are Mainland Chinese... once I was crossing a zebra crossing, while the traffic light for me was green, and for the car red. The car tried to push me off the road. That was in China... People with binary feet only know full throttle (well, not that, but enough to be way too much) or no throttle. Same with the steering wheel. My car is now fully licensed again, and passed the inspection. Some part holding the front left wheel was cracked. Fixed it for 100 Euro, and it is fully road worthy again Yay.

09-03-2015, 07:42 PM	#192
hks_kansei Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 834	Originally posted by Sqideyes My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home. Love the troopy. and the v8 would be handy! A mate of mine has an FJ troopy (I think mid 70s?) with the inline 6 non-turbo diesel. Great car, but oh my god is it slow... we took it up a local road, bitumened and moderately steep, but any other car could happily climb it. Had to put the FJ into low range just to get it up the hill.

09-03-2015, 07:52 PM	#193
jpzk Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Québec Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 8,251	Originally posted by Sqideyes My vehicle. 2012 4.5l V8 Diesel Toyota Troop carrier: My other home away from home. Sure looks like the thing to have for the Outbacks ? Great looking vehicle !

09-03-2015, 08:26 PM	#194
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	I'm still likin' my little Audi TT. Today I did a deep cleaning job on it ...it really wasn't very dirty, I keep it near perfect. Got it for traveling and we are about to go on a trip soon. Perfect travel car for two people. Room for three large bags and some loose clothing...plus you have the tiny back seats for your camera gear to stay handy. Around 30-32 mpg on the highway...but being a turbo, it does require the high octane grade. Rides like a big Lincoln, handles like a sports car.....just a fun ride all around. If you can't fit it in here, maybe you don't need it! The rear seats also fold down for even more room.....could have a had a lot of fun back there in High School! Regards! .....I am enjoying this thread, very interesting stuff!

09-12-2015, 11:17 AM	#195
Rupert Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Texas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 25,123	So many great cars posted here!.....and if you love your ride, it makes for a happy experience. My Jeep turns 18 this fall, and is still like new. It has to be the best vehicle I have ever owned when it comes to service and dependability. Hardly ever any problems and I never get uneasy on a long trip worrying about it breaking down...it never has. It's been coat to coast and everywhere in between and is rock solid. Not the most comfortable for travel, the little TT is wonderful for long road trips, but the Jeep is not all that bad either. Good AC and with the hardtop it is not too noisy either. I keep it in perfect condition, well serviced and use only Mobil 1 Synthetic oil and lubricants. Waxed twice a year and kept under a carport, it has held up very well. I saw a little Fiat a page or two back I really liked. I prefer smaller cars like the Jeep, TT, Fiat and others that take less time to keep clean and are easier to maneuver in city traffic. Easier to park and make U-turns when necessary. I've owned a lot of cars, some very fast...back when I was young and a lot faster too! Now that I am old and slow, speed is not a priority. Haven't had a speeding ticket in over three decades. Regards!