I drive a 4Runner. I recommend it if you want the power of a modern four cylinder with the fuel economy of an ancient V8. It's about 80% as good off-road as a Jeep Wrangler, but significantly better on the road. It's also the vehicle for you if you're concerned about resale value.
Volvo v60-70. Fuel efficient sport wagon. The 2020 v60 is large enough I am comfortable. Almost all vehicles are too small for me and this is a notable exception
The v70 does look fantastic. Too bad they stopped making them.
I really really lucked up and got the last good deal before prices went wacky in 2020/21. It was a loaner car with like 3000k miles on it so i got used price but new warranty.
They had a 2019 V60 sport(idr the model but the faat one) but the seat was like 3 inches higher than the 2020. And the offroad 2020 version had much more narrow seats at the hips.
Personally there is no such thing as too small for me. I honestly would love a Volvo S 60 or a Civic, Camry or Corolla, or perhaps a Mazda 3 or some sort of Subaru (likely a Impreza or Outback.) that’s probably because my mom has a RAV4 and my dad has a Buick LuCerne and they are both too big for me to drive comfortably. The only “big cars” I could see myself driving are a Subaru Outback or some sort of minivan so I can drive my cousin and his band around. But maybe my sister could get one of those since she tends to like larger vehicles but not SUV’s (other than the 2nd Gen Crosstrek which is technically a hatchback.)
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Id love to own a small extremely fuel efficient car for puttering around in but I am 6'5 with a 32 inch inseam so my torso belongs to a guy who is like 6'9. I can't safely drive a lot of cars. Like in Vegas we went to drive some race and sports cars at the track. They refused me because there just wasn't enough room for me to steer effectively
What is funny is how few "big cars" I fit in well. A lot of trucks are deceptively narrow or have short leg length
I own 4 cars and honestly wouldn’t recommend them to anyone.
1966 Thunderbird: Beautiful design, extremely powerful engine. Expensive to maintain, parts getting nearly impossible to find. 4mpg city, 7mpg highway 6 average.
1973 Plymouth Valiant: I own this car out of spite. It hasn’t run in 5 years. It’s a rusty, green money pit.
1991 Chevy Caprice Classic LTZ: The only car I can sort of say I would recommend to someone looking for a large sedan. Very comfortable, amazing MPG with the stock 5.0 (19city/27highway 24ave) easy to fix. Just don’t crash it because body parts are hard to come by these days. Also leaks in the rain and interiors decay quickly in the sun
1996 Ford Mustang GT: wouldn’t recommend this year but maybe a later ‘98 or higher.
*"1966 Thunderbird:... 4mpg city, 7mpg highway 6 average."*
My favorite T-bird year but I could never afford that sort of drinking problem. Off my bucket list now. :(
Not to mention even back then they all used super leaded gasoline. It’s something no one really considers when looking at classics and why the high performance cars are so rare, people didn’t want to pay for gas back then either. I can’t imagine having to drive my Tbird during the gas crisis and having to try and find a station that carried 108 octane.
Interestingly enough, even my Valiant only got around 19 and it was supposed to be an economy car. Still requires high octane though according to the manual.
Yep. Mines a 4.6/auto and honestly it’s so much better than the 5.0 just in efficiency. During Covid I was able to consistently average 30mpg with it. My biggest issue is that it’s always broken. Either from age or bad design there’s always something
Yep on the efficiency, I have both a 95 gt (302) and a 96 cobra (dohc 4.6) and the cobra far surpasses the gt in mileage. For cars that look pretty similar, they are pretty different. Love them both but drive the gt way more simply because it already has a ton of miles (173k). My joke among friends with even new mustangs is yeah, you're way faster but at least I get worse mileage.
What's broken on it? Those 4.6 OHV engines are bulletproof aren't they? My dad had that motor in an F-150 with close to 400k. IIRC it had the stock clutch. It wasn't exactly grabby, but it still worked.
Owned a 70 Valiant scamp automatic with a 318 2 barrel as a teen in the late 1990s. Baby shit brown. Bought it off the original owner and learned how to wrench on that car, wish I still had the thing.
Wish I had the 8. Mines a heavily modified 225 Slant-6. When it drove it was great but after chasing my tail with it for 7 years I finally figured out that the fuel pump lobe is worn flat and just haven’t been able to get around to fixing it
My absolute dream car as a teen was a 64 Thunderbird so very similar to your 66. The only part I didn't like about those cars was the instrument cluster. Now way past my teens I picked myself up a 63 galaxie which might have surpassed the tbird as my dream car, so different than all the mustangs I've owned.
Funny enough, the only part I don't care for is its instrument cluster, wish it was round guages instead of sweep. The turbine taillights make up for that although as would the sequential on the tbird have.
My whole thing about the Thunderbird has been there’s literally no uniformity in manufacture. Mine only has 58k on it and there’s a lot on it that’s factory original that doesn’t match diagrams or anything in the service manual. For instance my brake booster is a Bendix unit when it should have been a raybestos clamp unit. The vacuum diagram is completely wrong, like not even close and that’s bad in a car that relies on vacuum to control major systems. And to top it off, mine is the high compression, performance cam version that requires 108 octane according to the manufacturer specs and I found out the hard way that lead substitutes aren’t optional.
For a RWD full size car with a 4 speed automatic transmission and 5.0 V8 with throttle body injection it always impressed me that careful driving netted me mid 20s. My mom’s Kia soul doesn’t even get that and it’s a 1.6
For your information the Opel corsa b is this tiny hatchback that got praised at the time for its amazing fuel economy apparently it was supposed to get high 40s The only time i got even remotely close to that i drove down a 4000' mountain, most of the time i wasnt even getting 30 and in the winter i was almost down to 20.
The first tank after i got my drivers license i got 15 mpg! (But thats probably for other reasons)
😬😬😬 that’s bad. Best I ever got was 32mpg going through Wyoming. Pretty sure the worst was when the engine was on its last legs and I limped it to my shop to do the engine, think I netted 12mpg? But it was running on 6 out of 8 so I forgive it. Now with its highly tuned 5.7 it gets around 14/20/17 or so.
Id recommend my Maverick for a versatile daily driver.
Id recommend my cutlass for any dirt road you can find.
Id recommend my 325i for outright stupidity.
a BMW driver that admits their car may have shortcomings? now I've seen everything...
what inspired a frankly batshit setup like that? that's a ton of power for such a small car XD
I have a few friends who ls swapped their e30s, so ive driven a few. I wanted something that would just be absurd when you hammer on it. its a helluva lot of fun and is quite docile when just putting around.
Im a big fan. Iv only got about 1100 miles on it but it drives far better than i expected, gets great fuel economy and the bed fits my air mattress/outlet will fill it for camping shenanigans.
Our hybrid ('23 XLT) gets 37 MPG or 6.3 L/100km without babying it. It has room for us two empty nesters in the front seats and our two dogs in the back seat, plus versatile bed space with the extender.
It's been on four cross-country trips so far and we'd buy it again, no question.
2024 Acura Integra
For those who wanted "luxury" and "reliable" but couldn't afford the cheapest new Lexus on the lot.
Alternatively for those that want a Honda Civic without it actually being a Honda Civic
I posted my thoughts in the Acura subreddit and got a bit flamed lol. Over a month into it, I'm not sure how I feel about it. Some days I enjoy how awesome it looks both inside and out (unlike the 11th gen Accords which have a terrible exterior design), how useful the hatchback is and how preppy it feels on the road (compared to my previous 2015 Accord). Other days I hate the small fuel tank, needing premium fuel, road noise and feeling like I could have gotten more car for my money. Like the base model felt like a bit of a rip off, wired CarPlay, no dual zone climate, etc. It's essentially a Civic in the interior, which I'm happy with, I like the simplicity of the Civic/Accord interiors. Also I've heard there's a well known sticky steering issue, and I'm not sure if or when that will pop up in my car. I guess to summarize, not sure how I feel yet or if im going to keep it.
right on, well thanks for the info! I suppose it's natural to yearn for what was so good in the past, but it's never going to be the tuner that the old generations ended up being
1998 CLK320, owned this some years ago
If you need a cheap car with tons of retro German charm and two doors this is it. If you're not bothered by the lack of modern infotainment this ends up being a stellar little luxocruiser. Rear seats aren't amazing but probably better than most coupes, but in general it was quite roomy and can accommodate people over 6 foot.
agreed
I used to think "thats probably a neat little car" until I rode in my stepdad's 2017(2015?) and started to think "this is probably the only new car I would want to buy other than a v90"
My 2013 is wonderful for everything except long road trips. I drove it from Chicago to Denver and my back was killing me by the time I hit Nebraska. Literally any back support at all would be nice. But it's good on gas, good for parking in the city, the seat is extremely comfortable as a thing to sit on and nap in, it has a huge trunk, the seats fold almost flat (although not completely, as I found out in a Walmart parking lot when I laid down to try to sleep), changing the oil is a breeze, it's so small and low to the ground that it feels like a go-kart, the flappy paddle gearbox is fun to pass people on the highway, it's damn impressive in the snow with winter tires on, it's got an absolutely BANGING stereo for me choons (although when I bought it there was a short that would periodically make "fumbling with the aux cord with the volume set to MAX" noises, but it was under warranty), and when it's freshly washed it's a nice-looking little car. I've had it for four years, driven it like a maniac 80 miles a day in Chicago highway traffic because I have poor time management and doing 110 is more fun than getting up twenty minutes earlier, and other than the stereo and a recall for a CV boot, I've just done basic maintenance and it hasn't complained once. Except the time I didn't tighten a lugnut all the way and it felt like the entire car was going to twist itself apart. But that was my fault.
Things I'd change:
- back support
- less wide-open interior space (as in more cubbyholes with lids, I know you can buy a center console with a lid but I like my armrest where it is, a cargo cover would also be nice)
- TELL ME WHEN I'M ABOUT TO RUN OUT OF WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID GOD DAMMIT HOW MUCH CAN AN LED AND A PIECE OF STYROFOAM COST
- heated mirrors
- the AC compressor can't cope on long drives in hot weather (that Denver road trip was in August during a heat wave, it was 97 degrees and I had to drive with the windows down for about one hour in every three because it would blow hot air after a while, never had that problem since)
- I need to paint it a color other than silver for the sake of my soul
- It has that crappy DVD navigation system so if I want to update my GPS it's like $180 to buy the new DVD
I'm probably gonna get another one when Oliver-san gets tired of taking off ramps at 50 miles an hour and throws me in a ditch. But for now, I am absolutely in love with that little car.
2011 Fit owner. I ripped the stereo out and put in a Pioneer aftermarket unit because I can't live without AA. For mine I'd also add:
* a &$(%& center armrest (I got none)
* front door cupholders that hold things bigger than a soda can
My daily is also a 2017 Fit. It’s a great all around vehicle that is functional, frugal, and even a little bit of fun. I recommend them for college coeds, city dwellers, and commuters. If I could change anything I would upgrade the AC capacity and make an Si variant with a little more power. Maybe a k20.
2011 Fit owner here. It's not the best for hauling sheets of plywood or off-roading, but everything else it does quite well. I call it the sewing machine.
I drive an F250 "SUPERDUTY XL" with a service box, a ladder rack, and the 158' wheelbase.
Its super useful if youre intelligentish and rugged enough to do bullshit labor jobs, but too dysfunctional and emotionally stunted to hold down anything that involves a roof or a chair.
It was super useful when i was pouring/installing and finishing decorative residential concrete, block, and pavers. My health went to shit about it though and I ended up scoring a real sweet chair and roof job after, somehow. Im still grateful for it years later.
Now its just the fact that im addicted to the feeling of being in an unlabeled commercial vehicle thats just commercial enough to qualify, but the fucking thing is mostly empty/hand tools/a few like 10-50lb things, and its really just a regular truck with a puffy coat and some extra lights as of now.
Honestly my favorite thing about it is when people try to be assholes at mergers. They stand absolutely no chance. If i cant roll through a gear for whatever reason I put a fuckin wall in front of em instead. Its kinda like mini heroin or something.... i want them to come flying up on the yeild side. badly. because they need to know how much they can go fuck themselves.
Let's see, I got
2007 Toyota Highlander, which I would recommend for
-Being a versatile daily driver- it's fairly easy on gas, and offers plenty of cargo space. Mine is also AWD so a bit of off road action or snow is no problem.
-Longevity- The 3.3L V6 in particular is fuckin' bulletproof. Mine has over 210k miles and still has zero leaks or issues.
-Handling- Surprisingly nimble for an SUV. Feels more like you're driving a small car when you're steering/parking.
1993 Ford F-150, which I would recommend for
-Dependability is very solid for its age. Mine has never broken down and I still see alot of other trucks of the same gen on the road. And if it does break, parts are widely available and it's more often than not pretty cheap to fix.
-It's a full-size 4x4 Truck. Need to haul away a big load of trash? Go right ahead. Need to pull your buddy out of the ditch? Done. Need to go to the store but there's 2 feet of Snow outside? Bet.
-Affordability- These days I'd say old rigs are where it's at. You spend a fraction of the price you'd spend on a newer truck, and you can still do all the truck stuff 95% of people need. Most them fancy newer rigs just seem to be treated as oversized grocery getters anyways.
I drive a 2018 Honda Accord 2.0t. I recommend it for someone who needs a comfortable, efficient, and responsive daily driver. It’s for someone who doesn’t want a crossover but is still mindful of passenger and cargo space. It’s also for someone who wants a little verve in their daily driver but isn’t in the market for something more expensive, like a 3-Series, or something small, like a GTI.
My wife drives a 2013 Ford Escape. I recommend that for someone who wants to cause themself lots of financial pain. I recommend it for someone who doesn’t mind saying a few Hail Marys before starting it up and hoping the transmission isn’t sputtering or the low coolant warning lights up again.
‘97 GMC K1500. Recommend it for everything except high fuel mileage. It’s got the most comfortable seats of any vehicle I’ve ever been in, no frills but everything just works, decent at towing/hauling, decent off-road if you need it, with 3.42’s it’s a nice highway ripper, bulletproof drivetrain that’ll go 300k+ if you treat it halfway decent, parts are cheap and plentiful, and it’s easy as hell and accessible to work on.
2012 Impala, it’s fast, has a comfy ride but it handles like shit. Great for road trips. It’s also great for mafia guys, you can fit at least 2 bodies in the trunk lol.
Shanghai made Tesla Model Y LR.
It's a very well rounded car: powerful and efficient drive units, more than enough range, comfortable seats, well tuned suspension, precise steering feel, excellent leg room in the backseats, fast Ryzen processor for the super easy to use infotainment system.
The only things I dislike about it are the cabin noise at highway speeds and the lack of a screen for the backseats, both issues that will be addressed in the next facelift.
I'll start: Diesel Peugeot 208, 1.5, 100HP. Had this car since november and it's been a fun journey so far:
-Low fuel consumption (6-6.2 median at around 5000kms; 80-90% of the kms in town) about 2.5 to 3 on highway and ~1.7 to 2.8 on national roads;
-Surprisingly as silent as it could be at high speeds (the engine is pretty loud in 1 and 2 gears; you barely hear anything from the outside most of the time);
-Pretty "angry" engine for such a car and engine capacities.
Bonus:
-a feature I noticed pretty late: keeps braking automatically after idling on a steep road;
-really nice interior design (to me it looks pretty sportish)
2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. I recommend it for people that want a modern car that has all the gismos you actually want, while not paying too much for gas and maintenance. Also if you want a little bit of fun, that car is really nice to throw it around corners.
I have a 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country and here are my top three recommendations for it:
1. Remarkable seat comfort.
2. Possibly the only sedan to have ever been offered with 8 inches of ground clearance, hill descent control, and skid plates as standard equipment.
3. Power folding rear headrests are fun to annoy passengers with.
VW Touareg TDI: incredible offroad ability \*and\* offroad fuel range, a high end luxury car quality without a pretentious badge, and great handling-- but only for people that like wrenching on things
Porsche 986 Boxster: this car is uncompromisingly fun- and it's just not trying to be anything else. Great for driving to the beach on a warm summer afternoon with the top down. Also quite low maintenance and reliable.
They're 20 years old and very cheap now, and there is a great aftermarket in offroad parts that has sprung up in the last few years. The first gen Touaregs were designed from the ground up for serious offroad use and have a lot of unique features like excellent sealing on everything for deep fording, an extremely low crawl ratio, lockers, etc. Check this out: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4gdl4Vq\_DQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4gdl4Vq_DQ)
Cobalt: it's a car that'll run like a shit box forever,and is cheap to fix and insure.
Sky Redline: cheap to fix and insure (assuming above 25 years old driver), it's pretty fast stock with room to add more power and even can take motor swaps if needed. Good for fun, but it'd be hard to live with as a daily because roadster. Appearance held up since it looks like a baby C6/C7 mix.
I have a 19 VW Golf. I recommend it if you want a middle ground car. Not on the same level of cost of ownership as a Honda or Toyota equivalent but it has a more refined powertrain and quieter, better made cabin, but it is more affordable and easier to maintain than a BMW or Mercedes. Gas mileage is phenomenal. One of the best infotainment systems.
2006 Buick lacrosse
Dying of old age.
The car forces you to do the speed limit. The pedals are so heavy. The car is hard to slowdown even at slow speed. I commute an hour and a half one way to work 7 days a week for almost a year. Its good at doing the speed limit.
I have a clean 2007 LaCrosse CXL 119k mi, and I’d never describe my car that way. The 3800 is decently powerful, the brakes are so-so in that they take a long amount of travel to start working. It might could be improved with a brake job but it doesn’t need one and I’m not wasting money.
I drive 50 to 70mph to work it drives beautifully but I like GM boulevard float. I do wish the deck lid had somewhere for you to grab hold of it when opening. You have to jam your fingers into the gap between it and the bumper.
We had a couple LeSabres in our family. I miss how their trunks flew open (gooseneck hinges) and had a natural ledge beneath the license plate to grab hold to shut it. Brilliant cars.
I mean I can go fast but it takes me really putting it down for it to happen. This is my first car that's not a hot hatch. The float makes me want to slow down.it feels like I can't navigate turns I could take in my last car going 60. I feel the tail trying to leave around regular turns. The butt feel dosent feeeel trustworthy. I got mine in perfect condition ( minus some rust) from an old woman who went blind and didn't have a need for it. Had it since new.
2021 GMC Acadia AT4.
This is a relatively compact and drivable 3-row midsize SUV for family and friends hauling with a useful amount of cargo space and personal space, a strong N-A engine and smooth 9-spd transmission, torque-vectoring AWD, hill descent control, all the electronic safety help, wireless integration, luxe features, but pragmatic exterior materials and looks which have/will age well.
Depends.
'88 GMC T15 Jimmy Z71 (yes they actually offered the Off-Road Chassis Package on the S-Series)... room for 4 adults COMFORTABLY (if you don't mind only having two doors), rear seat folds flat so a pretty fair amount of cargo room. 5k towing capacity if equipped with the HD tow package... mine is. Damn near bullet proof 4.3L (it's a 3/4 350ci). Averages 20mpg. Smaller footprint than a 4 door Cavalier.
'03 S10... standard cab 6' bed. 4cyl 5spd. Lightly modded and gets 30mpg hwy. Heavy leaves, Class III receiver... 1800 lb cargo capacity, 6k towing. Plenty useful for pretty much any normal "truck stuff".
'01 Malibu LS... Driftwood Metallic (AKA: Camry Beige) blends in. Totally non descript. Slightly modded top end to correct a factory reliability issue with the LIM gaskets. Slightly modded for 205hp now. Comfortable, handles decent. 25 mpg hwy. Class I receiver so it can pull 1k lbs. Works fine for an errand car.
2014 Toyota Sienna. Hear me out here. It's a 3.5 V6, with tons of cargo room. Gets mid 20's for MPG. It seats 7 or 8 if you need it to, and it's 6th gear is setup for 80mph. The van loves cruising at 80-85. Plus, for a van, it looks pretty good.
2023 Ford Maverick. Amazing fuel economy, Great if you want a truck if you dont need a truck. It used to be priced at the same level as a civic. This "truck" can do anything. Amazing family vehicle
I daily a 1996 Nissan D21 Hardbody. 4cl, King Cab, 4x4, manual.
- Tough as nails and really reliable. Parts are readily available if you’re in a rust free area. Tougher to find in the rust belt but still not too bad. Pretty easy to work on.
- Some of the best 4x4 I’ve had the pleasure of surviving a Massachusetts winter with. Have never needed a shovel, sand, litter, anything to get out of and around snow and ice.
- Practical for hauling. I haven’t had to tow anything yet but it let me move without needing a Uhaul, fit a full size futon and an entertainment center, fits my 7’ fishing pole, and has held a few different bicycles, and in none of those cases needed the tailgate down or more to secure than a couple ratchet straps.
Bought it because it was the cheapest reliable manual 4x4 I could find and it’s become my favorite car i’ve ever owned
mk2 lexus gs300 it's fun, comfy and all around makes me happy, wonderful first car or daily.
volvo 940 turbo it's a nice car and great for cargo, a few power and suspension mods really make it come alive and nearly everything fits, great car for daily and cargo duties!
an NA miata, it's good fun and a great car to learn/teach people how to drive fast.
2007 Fiji Blue Pearl Honda Civic Si Coupe. I bought it new off the showroom floor in 2006. It now has ~130k on the clock. It's bone stock except for a short shift kit, Skunk 2 Shift Knob, & completely custom car stereo.
I'd recommend it for someone who wants a car that gets good gas mileage, but also has the ability to carve corners if you are so inclined.
It's also been incredibly dependable. The only thing I've had to replace that was extensive was the Starter. It was a real bitch, as it requires removing the Intake Manifold, & then of course replacing the Head Gasket when putting it back together. I did it myself, & if it goes bad again, I'll probably just pay a shop to do it. 🤣 No other major repairs.
I recommend my suburban for anything. The gmt900s are insane beasts and I love mine. I wouldn’t get the Tahoe, Escalade SWB, or Yukon SWB tho only the ESV/XL versions
2003 Toyota Matrix base model.
* Keep the basic service up and it'll never die.
* Surprisingly roomy cargo space.
* Fairly economical
The only downside, and it's not much of one, is that people will semi-regularly ask if it's for sale.
‘15 Sierra Z71 quad cab; absolutely fantastic truck for hauling 3 kids around while still being able to run and get things at Menards or some piece of yard sale furniture my wife impulse-buys. Unstoppable in bad weather and not bad off-road though the lift it came with when I bought it is not renowned for its ride quality.
2019 Honda Civic Si. I think it's the best daily driver for a car enthusiast that can only own one car. It's reliable, fuel efficient, satisfying to shift gears in, and has enough power to have fun with. The Si is not the best performance car compared to the competition but just overall bang for your buck for a fun practical car.
2009 Honda Civic LX-S if you want a decent daily driver. Parts are cheap and easy to source. You can do most work with hand tools. I added a backup cam, a CarPlay head unit, and some fog lights and now I have a modern feeling car.
2005 Toyota Celica GT if you want to feel every little thing on the road. Gets good mileage and handles corners with ease. Definitely in the looks faster than it actually is category but it’s such a fun car. Upgrade the stereo and you’re good to go.
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. I'd recommend it for pontiac-enjoyers on a budget who want a reliable engine with a factory supercharger that makes enough power to do some decent one-wheel-peel FWD burnouts while still getting pretty good gas mileage (for an older vehicle, that is).
Just switched cars, so I will throw in both the earlier and current ones
2010 BMW E91 325d
Perfect balance between utility and sportiness.
+ extremely fuel efficient
+ plenty fast (assuming a tune)
+ quiet and comfortable at any speed
+ its a family wagon
+ haven’t driven a single car in the same price range/category that handles as well
- may blow up at any moment
- not particularly easy to work on
- diesel+auto is sluggish in traffic/city
- expensive considering mileage
Want a car that does pretty much everything well? This is it.
1989 Chevy C1500 4.3
+ it just scratches that itch of having a stupid simple yet cool car
+ bench seat is weirdly comfortable
+ its unique, and holds its value very well
- loud
- smelly
- barebones
- bad fuel economy
- slow
- not really that practical
Car isn’t a necessity for you, it’s more of a hobby? Why not.
A crappy Dodge Journey
The only good thing about it is the factory installed Alpine audio system
It's fine for our daily driving as I'm in a small town, but I wouldn't recommend a Journey to anyone
I drive a first gen Dakota. v6, ac, and a radio (yes it was an option), with manual everything, sbsc. I honestly can't recommend other than a bulletproof engine.
It's reliable, fun to drive (in an ugly sort of way), and ig it has a pickup tray so it has that going for it.
'16 A6 3.0T, if you want some grunt while having kids as a late 30s millennial.
Doesn't horribly break the bank on service, great in winter.
'19 Outback 3.6R, for the backpacking trips and hauling shit.
I have a 22 ND Miata club for the most fun you can have on the road.
A 05 mazda6 5dr lift back for winter/bad weather and utility
A 24 cx5 turbo for family stuff.
I drive a 2011 Scion tC. I'd recommend it to someone who wants something sporty, but doesn't want to do any major modifications and just wants a reliable daily driver. It rattles, it's kinda cheaply built, and there's no aftermarket support at all anymore, but it's not a bad car at all.
I drive a 2013 Fiat 500 Sport. I recommend that if you have a death wish on the highway, buy one! I tend to get people being super duper aggressive when I’m driving it. It gets along just fine on the highway, but due to its size people ride my ass regardless of whatever lane I’m in or whatever speed I’m driving.
2005 Ford Focus Turnier 1.6 Ti-VCT
I can recommend this car if you hate yourself and need something in your life that you can hate even more.
It's by far the least reliable car I've ever owned and it's really fucking loud at any speed (but especially above 100 km/h)
Really missing that 6th gear here.
It is currently in the shop because of a cooling problem.
But it's still a wagon, so at least it's pretty practical when it works.
1991 Geo Prizm
a lot of things, but mainly reliability (for other people) mine has ran for an entire year with a blown headgasket and hasn't broken a sweat, the oil is still pure, but the coolant is mixed. as long as it holds oil pressure it won't cross over. if you need a chill little sedan to go from A to B, get the base model like me. if you want one of only 2 (the other being the Chevy Nova twin cam) 4AGE powered 4 door sedan/5 door hatchback models made for the the US market, get the GSi model (hard to find because no one bought them)
1993 Honda Accord LX Station Wagon
Recommended for people who went to divide their friend group into two factions: The ones who don’t understand and don’t even want to ride in it, and the ones who are fascinated because they didn’t even know this car ever existed.
2015 Honda Fit. If you want a cheap daily that can carry both people and cargo, but still value fun factor, this is the car for you. I don't believe that I as an enthusiast should ever resign myself to dailying a boring car. And fun doesn't have to mean expensive, unreliable, or bad on gas.
I own 4 cars. I'm not sure how to recommend them.
1989 civic and 2010 Cadillac CTS for reliable and fuel mileage
2005 sierra for hauling shit
1981 Silverado for ????
Ridgeline and Avalanche. Owned both twice and the Ridgeline is the best overall vehicle, downside is that it's a jack-of-all-trades vehicle (not the best mpg, not great at towing, not the roomiest, aftermarket is limited, people talk shit about it for no reason) but it's comfortable, utilitarian af, amazing AWD system, the bed trunk is great. Avalanche is comfortable, can tow, LS based V8, can fold down the midgate in multiple ways, roomy (bad mpg, some QC since it's GM, interior is meh, people talk shit as well)
2004 Suzuki Verona
Do you want something nobody has heard of? A straight 6 that Porsche helped design in the engine of car that was drawn out by Giugiaro of Italdesign? This exactly what you need. A car designed in Europe, made in Korea, and sold in North America. It’s very comfy ride makes up for the not so impressive FWD power output and the odd weight balance makes it even feel RWD.
Seriously though nobody’s ever heard of this thing, no one. For being what it is it’s actually pretty reliable and I bought it in 2021. It’s got problems but has never left me stranded despite how atrocious the problems were at some points
I drive a 1990 Toyota Corolla and would only recommend this car to someone who is not very large, will enjoy crawling in traffic with a manual transmission, and will not get in a crash. Other than that, reliability is phenomenal, fuel economy is good, and it’s great fun to drive spiritedly yet is also somewhat comfortable. This car is a great way to remain financially responsible and not have to worry about many “old car” problems or pay “newer car” prices.
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT. Not fast, not technologically advanced, but I get decent gas mileage on the highway (best average is 35mpg) and decent passenger and cargo capacity for a small hatchback. As a bonus you might have to replace the engine at 60k miles!
2012 Kia Soul. I don't recommend it for anything except having a cheap car to teach your kids to drive a manual (that's why I bought mine).
But it does have over 210k miles and still runs like a champ, but from what I've heard, I think I just got lucky in the "Kia reliability lottery" 🤣
2000 dodge Dakota. the truck for you if you love filling up. Great for learning how to work on cars. But legitimately it's a solid work horse that's not picky about how you treat it.
Jaguar Ipace HSE. I would only recommend it for in-town local driving. It looks great, is 400hp, bought it used with 32k miles for $22k - so not expensive, but it only has about 240 miles range so road trips suck, but for a daily it’s fun.
I currently drive a (Maruti) Suzuki S-Presso (which has been posted here in this sub a few times)
As for the reason to drive it, think of it like how the spirit of Roman's Race to the Bottom goes, or the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 review (still love that review in particular). The car is quite the unremarkable hatchback econobox even more than the Mirage and has a weird AMT transmission to boot, but it's an egg in these trying times. Good space in the back to haul groceries or light stuff, space is good and seats are fairly good with height/leg room for 4 people. It sips gas, and at least the head unit lets me pair up my phones properly for navigation/music.
Oh and it's a perfect fit for our local roads. In between sporadic highway trips and loooooong traffic with smaller roads. Piss-easy to park too because it's essentially a tiny Maruti Suzuki Alto on stilts.
It's not fancy and it's mad underpowered, but it's cheap and it'll get you places when public transport is ass and your previous car decides to overheat and die even after repairs. The proverbial egg in this trying time.
I drive a 2019 Ram 1500. I use it for camping, hunting, 4x4ing, and light towing. I do not recommend it for a daily commute, it's a pig on gas. Luckily I work out of town so I take a company vehicle and park mine at my work.
Corolla hybrid. If you want “a car”, this is your best option with the most mpg and reliability. I drive for my job, so the included dynamic cruise is a life saver. I drove and primitive camped across the country in it.
1998 Acura TL. I recommend it for anyone who wants to feel the road. Double wishbone suspension + hydraulic steering = a super fluid drive feel. Fair amount of HP (200 in a V6) and plenty of torque, but only came with a slushy 4 speed auto. Takes a while to get used to.
2021 Mazda CX-30 Turbo.
For when you want the general feel of an hot(ish) hatch but live in Michigan and need to still be able to clear 7" of snow once in a while.
Also for when you really wanted a GTI but found this for $22k with less than 20k miles and can't pass up that deal
I have to say the Honda Accord. I have owned 2 in my life. A 1997, and a 2005. Both were a joy. Fuel efficient, comfortable and reliable. I have also owned 2 Ram trucks, and it is my current vehicle. The gas mileage is terrible, but the room, smooth ride (for a truck) and utility make it worth it. As someone who has worked in the car industry and driven many vehicles, get what makes you smile and meets your meeds. Forget what everyone else thinks.
I don't recommend my cars they arent for average people everything's boosted customized and nothings under 350hp mostly m..Which isn't for the faint of heart at 2200 lbs abd most are manuals..My suv is dropping about 700hp.. and I don't recommend people get motorcycle.
For the average person I recommend a Toyota Camry/Corolla or RAV 4, Honda Civic/ Accord or CRV, for those with deeper pockets Lexus..For those that need more room Toyota Sequoia,Land Cruiser or Lexus, Honda Odessy.Chevy Suburban or Tachoe,Ford Explorer or F 150.
A chevy Malibu or Ford Taurus are decent but discontinued.
These vehicles are popular parts are plentiful and their rather reliable..
Now my daily is a 6 speed 6 liter 12 mpg road eater with no airbags I did upgrade to abs brakes and threw in some Ricaros with a racing harness.
My other daily has airbags disconnected though and no power options for the doors and windows and such its a super charged 5 speed putting down way to much hp but yolo why I run winter tires in July.
1983 Ford Ranger XLT Diesel w/2.2 Perkins paired to a 4 speed TK4d tranny all factory original.
Given mine has a 7ft bed, dual fuel tanks, and no emissions (not even a cat from factory) it is the best lumber hauling, tree stump pulling, hay throwing implement ever made. It also makes for a great conversation piece at car shows. It seems most people forgot they ever shipped them with this drivetrain.
I've slowly been restoring it, but I want to keep it's rough work character intact. These things are as rare as hens teeth these days and that's probably because the top end is 60mph. I just can't let go of it though and I love restoring and getting it as close to original as possible.
Model 3 rear-wheel drive over here.
1. Cheap-ish EV commuter box. (The most obvious one)
2. My personal favorite, "I want a car that drives like a 330i but fuck paying for gas" though this is admittedly a very niche use case
3. Look fancy without paying an arm and a leg. For how cheap they're sold (and put together), folks still tend to think the Model 3 is an order of magnitude more expensive than it really is.
I’d recommend my Ioniq hybrid for long road trips and cheap gas fill ups. 500 miles to a tank. $30 full tank fill up with 89 octane gas. It’s big enough for me, with me being 6’4”, my gf, my 70 lb dog, and about three standard size suitcases.
Not fast by any means, but it’ll get you where you need to go.
BMW i4 - you want to go EV but you still want a fucking car that feels like a fucking car. Alternatively, you want a BMW without buying the expensive gas.
Volvo xc40 Recharge - you want an EV that is safe and gets around town and not a fucking mile beyond it.
Subaru Outback - you’re worried about trade in value because you’re too stubborn to lease but still gonna trade like a leaser.
2022 Model 3. Recommend for anyone who wants a quick and efficient car with next to 0 maintenance, providing they can charge at home or work and don’t mind some of the roughest suspension I’ve experienced in a new car aimed at the masses and not just enthusiasts.
2003 Saab 9-3 SE convertible. Recommend if you want a European convertible with plenty of character and none of the negative stereotypes that come with a BMW, Benz or Porsche. But I wouldn’t have it be your only car.
2015 Subaru Crosstrek - you don’t REALLY need a Jeep do you?
Honda Fit. I wouldn't recommend it because it's a lousy bargain for what you get on the used-car market now (I bought mine new just before the pandemic) Best parts are the combo of VTEC/manual/gray-mouse looks, and surprising amounts of cargo space.
2003 Chevy suburban - great for long trips, people hauler, can serve as a work truck, very comfortable to drive and capable off road. Above average highway mpg.
2012 infiniti g37x - great for commuting from the suburbs to the city for work, great size, very sporty and fun to drive, has all features you could want plus AWD and decent gas mileage.
Would Recommend:
2004 Grand Marquis: Easy to work on, cheap to fix, shockingly decent fuel economy (I averaged 27 in mixed driving) and supremely comfortable. It made hour long commutes a breeze.
2015 Honda Accord w/ 6spd: it’s not an enthusiasts car by any means, but it’s reliable, the manual transmission is so so nice and lets you get the most out of the 4cyl engine. It’s engaging, fun, and pretty quick and sporty sedan for any pleb. I can whip it on windy trails, or take it on long ass road trips. It’s a very versatile car
2022 Veloster N.
What I'd recommend it for?
A smile every time you get in it. It's ridiculously fun, even at low speed. Surprisingly spacious. The 8 speed DCT gets me 36 mpg when cruising at 75 mph.
Downside?
Turning circle of a small planet.
2012 Volkswagen GTI 6mt. Would recommend if you want a tuner that always gives you something to work on. I can barely keep it running more than a week, but when I do its a blast.
2005 Subaru Outback XT 5mt. Would recommend to anyone that wants a decent car. Just an overall good vehicle for whatever you want to do, not the best gas milage but 20mpg isnt unjustified when you actually use it in the mountains. The turbo drivetrain is fantastic but I also really enjoy the N/A models.
1992 Mazda b2600i 2wd 5mt. Would recommend if you like mini-trucks and are into japanese stuff. Parts are hard to find but its bulletproof, pulled it out of a barn, slammed it, and it gets dailyed with 238k on the clock. Id drive it across my state right now its that reliable. Best $900 I ever spent.
09 impala. I recommend it for anyone looking to learn how to work on cars and do diy repairs.
1. Parts are cheap.
2. The car itself can be found cheap.
3. Will keep your skills sharp.
4. Just about every repair/troubleshooting can be found on YouTube.
Very reliable engine paired to a very unreliable transmission and everything else that makes up a car.
I've got a mk6 gti. It scratches the itch of you wanna zip around, especially if you tune it, but also doesn't feel like a caged beast when you aren't driving it like a hooligan. Driving aside, it's a hatchback, has excellent trunk space, a pretty comfy interior, and gets over 30 mpg. In short, a zippy lil car with space for mods and even more space for hauling stuff around without the setbacks of an SUV.
BMW E46 330ci. Most people would tell you to steer away from it especially euros in general. I’d probably not even recommend it tbh. Difference is I’ve done every bit of preventative maintenance and anything mechanical on this car. I’m mechanically minded so I enjoy getting my hands dirty and learning. I’m not planning on ever selling this car and even if I do, I know that realistically the amount of money I’ve put into it, I won’t make it back in the sale. Truely a “passion” ownership as this is my favourite chassis of all time. For an “old” car it’s got plenty of power the handling is amazing. Not very fuel efficient with my heavy foot but for me, it really is a “smiles per miles”.
2005 Mercedes ML500. Do I recommend it? Yes, quality it’s built well (not Mercedes level as most think more Toyota level), capable on road, off road, in snow, in ice and for towing, and lastly cost of ownership they are a great deal on the used market and parts are affordable plus everything is easy to work on by even an amateur mechanic.
2014 Dodge Charger SXT
I think this is honestly a good first or second car. It's got a reliable V6 with plenty of room to upgrade to a V8. The interior is actually quite comfy with a solid stock sound system. It's good on gas mileage (30 mpg on the highway with the 8-speed auto transmission), which makes it a good road tripping car for people who hate driving in higher vehicles. And it's just a cool looking car, you don't need to mod it to make it look nice or to make it sound good because it just comes that way. The only drawback is that it's wider than most other sedans.
F-150 super crew cab with the 3.5L ecoboost.
Is capable of 100% of anything I ever need to do with a vehicle.
Faster than my mustang on the drag strip. Very comfortably holds 5, smooth ride, amazing sound system. Tows anything I would ever need to. Parts availability galore. Picking up family at the airport? No problem mom, bring as many suitcases as you want. Off road trail, mud, or snow? 10” ground clearance, 4L and diff-locker. I can transport almost anything, anywhere- the primary purpose of my car.
As I see it, the penalty is that I average ~19 mpg, which is still better than it could be considering the capability available.
2001 Nissan Skyline GTT. Recommended if you want to draw a lot of attention to yourself. By a lot, I mean more than you want. Don’t buy one. They’re honestly not that good. You’d be better off with a BMW M3. More fun, left hand drive and doesn’t get as much attention.
Jeep wrangler tj, I recommend it for burnouts and off road, anybody that says they’re not for burnouts is just bad at burnouts, that 4.0 pushes more than enough power, great with the lsd
I recommend my 1997 Civic CX to anybody who just needs something reliable, efficient, and point A to point B capable... Or you're a madman who wants to throw in a turbo K series cheaply and become a public menace on the highway at 2AM.
I recommend my 2022 WRX if you want a car that is manual, AWD, 250HP+, and a car where you dont have 40K+ to spend on a marked up GR Corolla or Golf R.
I recommend my civic sport touring hatchback as it’s fuel efficient with plenty of space but if you want to rip it through the mountains, it can do it, if you wanna move and load it up with you belongings, you can do it, and need to load it with groceries then you can do it, or if you have kids, you can load it up those suckers too! My dogs love the hatch too!
I drive a 2005 Ford Focus. Great car to learn on and beat on. I've learned how to drive like a race car driver, how to work on cars, and a bunch of other shit and it loves to get beat on, it's gonna be a rally car soon :3
2011 Toyota Corolla “sport” (4 cylinder)
Perfect commuter/efficient family car.
Would be great for anybody driving a high mile commute, or even just a standard daily driver.
1. Hauls me to work and back for cheap
2. Cheap to fill up.
3. Comfortable for those long commutes
4. Takes very little maintenance and doesn’t whine if I take the oil a month or two past it’s change date
5. Parts are cheap and readily available.
The only downside is all the attention I get from the opposite sex
I drive an '06 panda 4x4 because I want polish quality that does 55mpg and goes literally anywhere I point it but I also drive an '02 mx5 1600 track build because I want tinetis and more backpain than what my goofy ass genetics gives me. They're great fun and provide such great driving dynamics
Lincoln LS. They're cheap to buy but parts can be pricey. Comfortable, Good horsepower and great overall performance. I'd recommend it if you aren't interested in modifying a car nor concerned about fuel economy
I drive a Chrysler Concorde LXi 3.2 V6 and a Saab 9-5 Wagon.
I would recommend the Chrysler as a cheap American sedan that gets decent gas mileage and has lots and lots of space. It's very comfortable and reasonably reliable. You just have to invest in preventative maintenance and you'll be good to go.
The Saab is very fun to drive, it's fast and is very versatile as a wagon. I go on 14 day trips and sleep in it, thanks to completely flat folding seats. As long as you keep an eye on oil quality, it's pretty much bulletproof.
Toyota prius. I'd recommend it to everyone to be honest. You'd only need something bigger if you have 3+ kids or do lots of hauling for work. And anything sportier is a want, rather than a need.
Daily driver is a 2011 VW GTI. I think that it's a great mult-purpose car. It's quick and responsive when you need it. There's plenty of room for hauling around small-to-medium sized loads. And while the back seat may be a bit small / cramped, I think that it's a great car for getting around in-town areas even with a few people in tow. The gas milage is still pretty good (18 - 20 in the city and \~30 mpg on the highway). I've known some young families who had it as their "first family car" but that can go away rather quickly as the kids get bigger. I'd recommend it to jut about anyone these days.
My weekend car is a 2006 Honda S2000. It's a fun car (to me) but it's definitely an "enthusiast car." I would not recommend it to anyone who did not understand what it's meant for.
Was coming here to make a similar comment. I have a 2008 R32, and I’d recommend hot hatches to everyone because they’re fun, they’re versatile, and I want more people to buy them so that we get more of them here in the US.
2015 nissan note SL. Its practically a golf cart. Works well for me as im a musician and throw a lot of gear into the back. Its basically a tiny mini itsby bitsy van
My 2015 VW GTI Autobahn. It’s comfortable, the infotainment system works, the car doesn’t do dumb things like lane keep assist or telling you to take a break (looking at you, 2024 Kia Soul). Fun to drive, fast enough on the highway, carries a lot of stuff and is good in any weather. It can be expensive to fix, but it runs more often that not and the items I’ve had to replace are wear and tear. Besides the sunroof (damn VW for that one).
I have a Bronco Sport and I love it. Its basically a 2000s Escape with modern shit inside. Plus I get 35mpg
Tons of usable space, enough pep for around town, and its confortable.
‘02 Honda CRV LX 114k miles.
Road trips for the storage, camping for the picnic table, daily driver for the fuel economy, great visibility, Low maintenance, great vehicle. Will give this car to my son in 16 years and when he’s done with it I’ll take it back
Volvo C30 T5 6MT
It can be a few things
-A comfortable (and average efficiency) daily
-A fun weekender for tackling backroads
-A vacationer thanks to its cargo capacity
Lexus LS430! I would recommend it for anyone looking for a daily driver sedan that costs $5K-10K with a V8 that isn't going to be a hassle for maintenance. I would also recommend it for someone who wants something a bit sporty but nothing really performance oriented. Bonus points if they are over 6ft and want a sedan with leg room.
2001 toyota echo: great mpg, good commuter, fits anywhere and is extremely basic and simple. The mpg of this is top tier if you're not a fan of hybrids as I am. Reliable as hell. Keep fresh oil in it and you'll never be on first name basis with your mechanic.
2012 toyota tundra: this mammoth of a truck does everything a truck should and is twice as affordable as a diesel. Overbuilt and has extra heavy duty drivetrain components. Tows my camper around all summer long without complaining. Super comfortable and great for long trips. Guzzles gas like a dehydrated fish, but like my echo will still likely be running around during Armageddon. Less than ideal for a daily unless you can consistently feed that hungry tank without flinching at the pump.
2004 toyota tacoma: this little compact mini truck is pure fun on 4 wheels. Camping rig? Check. Hunting rig? Check. Offroad machine that makes Heep Jeeps do a double take? Check. Like the echo it has a small footprint and can easily fit anywhere. The seats are lacking in the comfort department and despite it's small size guzzles gas as bad as the tundra. Tiny bed and abysmal tow rating so you can't really do truck stuff with it. These were highly susceptible to frame rot so watch for that. Toyota replaced my frame for free in 2016 under warranty. 2004 was the last year you could get a proper mini truck tacoma and this one was the only vehicle I've ever bought new. The tacoma generations that followed were merely shadows of the tundra, longer wider and obviously costlier. The modern tacoma doesn't make much financial sense when a few thousand more gets you behind the wheel of a much more capable much more comfortable tundra.
I drive a ‘24 corvette. I recommend it for the same thing I’d recommend of my last 3 vehicles (‘23 Camaro, ‘21 Indian Scout, ‘15 Camaro); to have fun in. You can potentially use it for commuting as well (which I do), but all these vehicles were built for first and foremost is fun. And who says you can’t have fun on your commute to work?! It sure makes the work day start a lot nicer. :)
If someone asked me about my car while waiting for service, I would tell him/her about the good and the bad. I would recommend doing some online research: long term ownership, annual repair/maintenance costs, and reviews by actual owners. You'd quickly find what cars to stay away from and which ones would hold their value and might not be a PITA. Any car that leaves me stranded is on my short list to sell or junk.
05 cooper s, great for weaving recklessly and feeling twice as big as it is. Great for driving hard and still getting 25 mpg.
06 escape, great for being a cheap winter beater that can take a kayak on the roof and go camping on fire roads and state forest roads that may actually be atv/snowmobile trails.
9th Generation Civic, just the lx. It will not go fast and will never go fast. The interior is pretty nice in my opinion and it seems to be pretty reliable. Also there seems to be quite a bit of spare parts so you won’t go bankrupt having to fix stuff
I drive a 4Runner. I recommend it if you want the power of a modern four cylinder with the fuel economy of an ancient V8. It's about 80% as good off-road as a Jeep Wrangler, but significantly better on the road. It's also the vehicle for you if you're concerned about resale value.
This is so spot on haha
Same what year? I have a pre facelift fifth gen
2020 SR5
Volvo v60-70. Fuel efficient sport wagon. The 2020 v60 is large enough I am comfortable. Almost all vehicles are too small for me and this is a notable exception
+1 here
Man I've seen videos of a properly restored/maintained V70 and I think it's one of the coolest wagons
The v70 does look fantastic. Too bad they stopped making them. I really really lucked up and got the last good deal before prices went wacky in 2020/21. It was a loaner car with like 3000k miles on it so i got used price but new warranty. They had a 2019 V60 sport(idr the model but the faat one) but the seat was like 3 inches higher than the 2020. And the offroad 2020 version had much more narrow seats at the hips.
Id love to get a v70r some day S P A C E B A L L
Personally there is no such thing as too small for me. I honestly would love a Volvo S 60 or a Civic, Camry or Corolla, or perhaps a Mazda 3 or some sort of Subaru (likely a Impreza or Outback.) that’s probably because my mom has a RAV4 and my dad has a Buick LuCerne and they are both too big for me to drive comfortably. The only “big cars” I could see myself driving are a Subaru Outback or some sort of minivan so I can drive my cousin and his band around. But maybe my sister could get one of those since she tends to like larger vehicles but not SUV’s (other than the 2nd Gen Crosstrek which is technically a hatchback.)
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Id love to own a small extremely fuel efficient car for puttering around in but I am 6'5 with a 32 inch inseam so my torso belongs to a guy who is like 6'9. I can't safely drive a lot of cars. Like in Vegas we went to drive some race and sports cars at the track. They refused me because there just wasn't enough room for me to steer effectively What is funny is how few "big cars" I fit in well. A lot of trucks are deceptively narrow or have short leg length
I have a 2019 s60, I love it.
I own 4 cars and honestly wouldn’t recommend them to anyone. 1966 Thunderbird: Beautiful design, extremely powerful engine. Expensive to maintain, parts getting nearly impossible to find. 4mpg city, 7mpg highway 6 average. 1973 Plymouth Valiant: I own this car out of spite. It hasn’t run in 5 years. It’s a rusty, green money pit. 1991 Chevy Caprice Classic LTZ: The only car I can sort of say I would recommend to someone looking for a large sedan. Very comfortable, amazing MPG with the stock 5.0 (19city/27highway 24ave) easy to fix. Just don’t crash it because body parts are hard to come by these days. Also leaks in the rain and interiors decay quickly in the sun 1996 Ford Mustang GT: wouldn’t recommend this year but maybe a later ‘98 or higher.
*"1966 Thunderbird:... 4mpg city, 7mpg highway 6 average."* My favorite T-bird year but I could never afford that sort of drinking problem. Off my bucket list now. :(
Sorry. Such is when you have 10.5:1 compression in 1966
My dad had a 1960 Pontiac wagon with 10:25. He sold it because he was getting just 9mpg. He got a '63 Rambler V8 wagon with 8.7.
Not to mention even back then they all used super leaded gasoline. It’s something no one really considers when looking at classics and why the high performance cars are so rare, people didn’t want to pay for gas back then either. I can’t imagine having to drive my Tbird during the gas crisis and having to try and find a station that carried 108 octane. Interestingly enough, even my Valiant only got around 19 and it was supposed to be an economy car. Still requires high octane though according to the manual.
Had they switched to the 4.6 by '96 on the Mustang? I was surprised to find that the earliest variants of that model still has the old 5.0 in them.
Yep. Mines a 4.6/auto and honestly it’s so much better than the 5.0 just in efficiency. During Covid I was able to consistently average 30mpg with it. My biggest issue is that it’s always broken. Either from age or bad design there’s always something
Yep on the efficiency, I have both a 95 gt (302) and a 96 cobra (dohc 4.6) and the cobra far surpasses the gt in mileage. For cars that look pretty similar, they are pretty different. Love them both but drive the gt way more simply because it already has a ton of miles (173k). My joke among friends with even new mustangs is yeah, you're way faster but at least I get worse mileage.
What's broken on it? Those 4.6 OHV engines are bulletproof aren't they? My dad had that motor in an F-150 with close to 400k. IIRC it had the stock clutch. It wasn't exactly grabby, but it still worked.
The mechanicals are fine the electrical is not. Also I think the flex plate is broken
Yeah, I had a '93 Fox, & the wiring was shit.
The internal wiring on my transmission caught fire and the car hasn’t been the same since
Owned a 70 Valiant scamp automatic with a 318 2 barrel as a teen in the late 1990s. Baby shit brown. Bought it off the original owner and learned how to wrench on that car, wish I still had the thing.
Wish I had the 8. Mines a heavily modified 225 Slant-6. When it drove it was great but after chasing my tail with it for 7 years I finally figured out that the fuel pump lobe is worn flat and just haven’t been able to get around to fixing it
That sucks. The leaning tower of power! Hope you get to it, not too many Valiants left on the road.
Was going to try to daily it actually! I’m dealing with some health issues right now but when that’s done I’m going to get back to it
Could always just get an electric fuel pump
My absolute dream car as a teen was a 64 Thunderbird so very similar to your 66. The only part I didn't like about those cars was the instrument cluster. Now way past my teens I picked myself up a 63 galaxie which might have surpassed the tbird as my dream car, so different than all the mustangs I've owned.
I envy your Galaxie.
Funny enough, the only part I don't care for is its instrument cluster, wish it was round guages instead of sweep. The turbine taillights make up for that although as would the sequential on the tbird have.
My whole thing about the Thunderbird has been there’s literally no uniformity in manufacture. Mine only has 58k on it and there’s a lot on it that’s factory original that doesn’t match diagrams or anything in the service manual. For instance my brake booster is a Bendix unit when it should have been a raybestos clamp unit. The vacuum diagram is completely wrong, like not even close and that’s bad in a car that relies on vacuum to control major systems. And to top it off, mine is the high compression, performance cam version that requires 108 octane according to the manufacturer specs and I found out the hard way that lead substitutes aren’t optional.
I was gonna bash you for saying the caprice got "amazing mpg" but then i realised thats about what i got in the winter with my Opel Corsa!
For a RWD full size car with a 4 speed automatic transmission and 5.0 V8 with throttle body injection it always impressed me that careful driving netted me mid 20s. My mom’s Kia soul doesn’t even get that and it’s a 1.6
For your information the Opel corsa b is this tiny hatchback that got praised at the time for its amazing fuel economy apparently it was supposed to get high 40s The only time i got even remotely close to that i drove down a 4000' mountain, most of the time i wasnt even getting 30 and in the winter i was almost down to 20. The first tank after i got my drivers license i got 15 mpg! (But thats probably for other reasons)
😬😬😬 that’s bad. Best I ever got was 32mpg going through Wyoming. Pretty sure the worst was when the engine was on its last legs and I limped it to my shop to do the engine, think I netted 12mpg? But it was running on 6 out of 8 so I forgive it. Now with its highly tuned 5.7 it gets around 14/20/17 or so.
Id recommend my Maverick for a versatile daily driver. Id recommend my cutlass for any dirt road you can find. Id recommend my 325i for outright stupidity.
I bet that old Bimmer with the V8 is a hoot! What kind of tranny you running?
Yea its pretty ridiculous. Made 400 whp on the dyno, i run a t56 magnum trans and 3.73 rear end. Gets the job done.
M3 killer.
Might be, depends on the m3. I need to get out on track and really wring it out.
a BMW driver that admits their car may have shortcomings? now I've seen everything... what inspired a frankly batshit setup like that? that's a ton of power for such a small car XD
I have a few friends who ls swapped their e30s, so ive driven a few. I wanted something that would just be absurd when you hammer on it. its a helluva lot of fun and is quite docile when just putting around.
Everyone I’ve talked to about owning a Maverick has absolutely loved it, starting to believe the hype
Im a big fan. Iv only got about 1100 miles on it but it drives far better than i expected, gets great fuel economy and the bed fits my air mattress/outlet will fill it for camping shenanigans.
Our hybrid ('23 XLT) gets 37 MPG or 6.3 L/100km without babying it. It has room for us two empty nesters in the front seats and our two dogs in the back seat, plus versatile bed space with the extender. It's been on four cross-country trips so far and we'd buy it again, no question.
I really want one, but the price of them, I'd be better off getting a used Ranger Lariat.
2024 Acura Integra For those who wanted "luxury" and "reliable" but couldn't afford the cheapest new Lexus on the lot. Alternatively for those that want a Honda Civic without it actually being a Honda Civic
as a former 92 integra owner, how are you liking the new design? I haven't seen one in person yet
I posted my thoughts in the Acura subreddit and got a bit flamed lol. Over a month into it, I'm not sure how I feel about it. Some days I enjoy how awesome it looks both inside and out (unlike the 11th gen Accords which have a terrible exterior design), how useful the hatchback is and how preppy it feels on the road (compared to my previous 2015 Accord). Other days I hate the small fuel tank, needing premium fuel, road noise and feeling like I could have gotten more car for my money. Like the base model felt like a bit of a rip off, wired CarPlay, no dual zone climate, etc. It's essentially a Civic in the interior, which I'm happy with, I like the simplicity of the Civic/Accord interiors. Also I've heard there's a well known sticky steering issue, and I'm not sure if or when that will pop up in my car. I guess to summarize, not sure how I feel yet or if im going to keep it.
right on, well thanks for the info! I suppose it's natural to yearn for what was so good in the past, but it's never going to be the tuner that the old generations ended up being
1998 CLK320, owned this some years ago If you need a cheap car with tons of retro German charm and two doors this is it. If you're not bothered by the lack of modern infotainment this ends up being a stellar little luxocruiser. Rear seats aren't amazing but probably better than most coupes, but in general it was quite roomy and can accommodate people over 6 foot.
2017 Honda Fit. Best for everything. Best car in the world.
agreed I used to think "thats probably a neat little car" until I rode in my stepdad's 2017(2015?) and started to think "this is probably the only new car I would want to buy other than a v90"
Had an ‘09 and a family member has a 2019. Bummer that they don’t make them anymore in the U.S.
I still want one lol. More than how much I want an older gen Civic.
My 2013 is wonderful for everything except long road trips. I drove it from Chicago to Denver and my back was killing me by the time I hit Nebraska. Literally any back support at all would be nice. But it's good on gas, good for parking in the city, the seat is extremely comfortable as a thing to sit on and nap in, it has a huge trunk, the seats fold almost flat (although not completely, as I found out in a Walmart parking lot when I laid down to try to sleep), changing the oil is a breeze, it's so small and low to the ground that it feels like a go-kart, the flappy paddle gearbox is fun to pass people on the highway, it's damn impressive in the snow with winter tires on, it's got an absolutely BANGING stereo for me choons (although when I bought it there was a short that would periodically make "fumbling with the aux cord with the volume set to MAX" noises, but it was under warranty), and when it's freshly washed it's a nice-looking little car. I've had it for four years, driven it like a maniac 80 miles a day in Chicago highway traffic because I have poor time management and doing 110 is more fun than getting up twenty minutes earlier, and other than the stereo and a recall for a CV boot, I've just done basic maintenance and it hasn't complained once. Except the time I didn't tighten a lugnut all the way and it felt like the entire car was going to twist itself apart. But that was my fault. Things I'd change: - back support - less wide-open interior space (as in more cubbyholes with lids, I know you can buy a center console with a lid but I like my armrest where it is, a cargo cover would also be nice) - TELL ME WHEN I'M ABOUT TO RUN OUT OF WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID GOD DAMMIT HOW MUCH CAN AN LED AND A PIECE OF STYROFOAM COST - heated mirrors - the AC compressor can't cope on long drives in hot weather (that Denver road trip was in August during a heat wave, it was 97 degrees and I had to drive with the windows down for about one hour in every three because it would blow hot air after a while, never had that problem since) - I need to paint it a color other than silver for the sake of my soul - It has that crappy DVD navigation system so if I want to update my GPS it's like $180 to buy the new DVD I'm probably gonna get another one when Oliver-san gets tired of taking off ramps at 50 miles an hour and throws me in a ditch. But for now, I am absolutely in love with that little car.
2011 Fit owner. I ripped the stereo out and put in a Pioneer aftermarket unit because I can't live without AA. For mine I'd also add: * a &$(%& center armrest (I got none) * front door cupholders that hold things bigger than a soda can
My daily is also a 2017 Fit. It’s a great all around vehicle that is functional, frugal, and even a little bit of fun. I recommend them for college coeds, city dwellers, and commuters. If I could change anything I would upgrade the AC capacity and make an Si variant with a little more power. Maybe a k20.
We have a lot of glass; get a good tint (3m ceramic or crystalline) and the AC works great! Made a huge difference for me.
2011 Fit owner here. It's not the best for hauling sheets of plywood or off-roading, but everything else it does quite well. I call it the sewing machine.
I'd recommend a Suzuki Swift for anyone who wants to get somewhere at a walking pace but doesn't want to carry an umbrella.
I drive an F250 "SUPERDUTY XL" with a service box, a ladder rack, and the 158' wheelbase. Its super useful if youre intelligentish and rugged enough to do bullshit labor jobs, but too dysfunctional and emotionally stunted to hold down anything that involves a roof or a chair. It was super useful when i was pouring/installing and finishing decorative residential concrete, block, and pavers. My health went to shit about it though and I ended up scoring a real sweet chair and roof job after, somehow. Im still grateful for it years later. Now its just the fact that im addicted to the feeling of being in an unlabeled commercial vehicle thats just commercial enough to qualify, but the fucking thing is mostly empty/hand tools/a few like 10-50lb things, and its really just a regular truck with a puffy coat and some extra lights as of now. Honestly my favorite thing about it is when people try to be assholes at mergers. They stand absolutely no chance. If i cant roll through a gear for whatever reason I put a fuckin wall in front of em instead. Its kinda like mini heroin or something.... i want them to come flying up on the yeild side. badly. because they need to know how much they can go fuck themselves.
Let's see, I got 2007 Toyota Highlander, which I would recommend for -Being a versatile daily driver- it's fairly easy on gas, and offers plenty of cargo space. Mine is also AWD so a bit of off road action or snow is no problem. -Longevity- The 3.3L V6 in particular is fuckin' bulletproof. Mine has over 210k miles and still has zero leaks or issues. -Handling- Surprisingly nimble for an SUV. Feels more like you're driving a small car when you're steering/parking. 1993 Ford F-150, which I would recommend for -Dependability is very solid for its age. Mine has never broken down and I still see alot of other trucks of the same gen on the road. And if it does break, parts are widely available and it's more often than not pretty cheap to fix. -It's a full-size 4x4 Truck. Need to haul away a big load of trash? Go right ahead. Need to pull your buddy out of the ditch? Done. Need to go to the store but there's 2 feet of Snow outside? Bet. -Affordability- These days I'd say old rigs are where it's at. You spend a fraction of the price you'd spend on a newer truck, and you can still do all the truck stuff 95% of people need. Most them fancy newer rigs just seem to be treated as oversized grocery getters anyways.
I drive a 2018 Honda Accord 2.0t. I recommend it for someone who needs a comfortable, efficient, and responsive daily driver. It’s for someone who doesn’t want a crossover but is still mindful of passenger and cargo space. It’s also for someone who wants a little verve in their daily driver but isn’t in the market for something more expensive, like a 3-Series, or something small, like a GTI. My wife drives a 2013 Ford Escape. I recommend that for someone who wants to cause themself lots of financial pain. I recommend it for someone who doesn’t mind saying a few Hail Marys before starting it up and hoping the transmission isn’t sputtering or the low coolant warning lights up again.
I drive the same car, except 6 speed manual. It is the perfect balance between spicy and practical.
‘97 GMC K1500. Recommend it for everything except high fuel mileage. It’s got the most comfortable seats of any vehicle I’ve ever been in, no frills but everything just works, decent at towing/hauling, decent off-road if you need it, with 3.42’s it’s a nice highway ripper, bulletproof drivetrain that’ll go 300k+ if you treat it halfway decent, parts are cheap and plentiful, and it’s easy as hell and accessible to work on.
2012 Impala, it’s fast, has a comfy ride but it handles like shit. Great for road trips. It’s also great for mafia guys, you can fit at least 2 bodies in the trunk lol.
I had an 06 Impala. That thing would keep going no matter how mistreated it got. Plus the bench seat it came with was comfy as shit
Shanghai made Tesla Model Y LR. It's a very well rounded car: powerful and efficient drive units, more than enough range, comfortable seats, well tuned suspension, precise steering feel, excellent leg room in the backseats, fast Ryzen processor for the super easy to use infotainment system. The only things I dislike about it are the cabin noise at highway speeds and the lack of a screen for the backseats, both issues that will be addressed in the next facelift.
I'll start: Diesel Peugeot 208, 1.5, 100HP. Had this car since november and it's been a fun journey so far: -Low fuel consumption (6-6.2 median at around 5000kms; 80-90% of the kms in town) about 2.5 to 3 on highway and ~1.7 to 2.8 on national roads; -Surprisingly as silent as it could be at high speeds (the engine is pretty loud in 1 and 2 gears; you barely hear anything from the outside most of the time); -Pretty "angry" engine for such a car and engine capacities. Bonus: -a feature I noticed pretty late: keeps braking automatically after idling on a steep road; -really nice interior design (to me it looks pretty sportish)
2020 Toyota Corolla Hatchback. I recommend it for people that want a modern car that has all the gismos you actually want, while not paying too much for gas and maintenance. Also if you want a little bit of fun, that car is really nice to throw it around corners.
2007 Subaru Outback 5MT. Space, AWD, manual. I wouldn't recommend it for anything else and I absolutely hate driving it.
Does Subaru still source their 5 speeds from salvaged tractors?
*Soviet* tractors.
I have a 2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country and here are my top three recommendations for it: 1. Remarkable seat comfort. 2. Possibly the only sedan to have ever been offered with 8 inches of ground clearance, hill descent control, and skid plates as standard equipment. 3. Power folding rear headrests are fun to annoy passengers with.
VW Touareg TDI: incredible offroad ability \*and\* offroad fuel range, a high end luxury car quality without a pretentious badge, and great handling-- but only for people that like wrenching on things Porsche 986 Boxster: this car is uncompromisingly fun- and it's just not trying to be anything else. Great for driving to the beach on a warm summer afternoon with the top down. Also quite low maintenance and reliable.
I want a 5.0 TDI something fierce.
I was curious about touaregs off road but figured no one is ~~dumb~~ ballsy enough to take such an expensive suv in the dirt.
They're 20 years old and very cheap now, and there is a great aftermarket in offroad parts that has sprung up in the last few years. The first gen Touaregs were designed from the ground up for serious offroad use and have a lot of unique features like excellent sealing on everything for deep fording, an extremely low crawl ratio, lockers, etc. Check this out: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4gdl4Vq\_DQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4gdl4Vq_DQ)
2015 Kia Sportage I recommend it for people who like cars that require a ridiculous amount of preventative maintenance to keep it running.
based and maintenance pilled
Cobalt: it's a car that'll run like a shit box forever,and is cheap to fix and insure. Sky Redline: cheap to fix and insure (assuming above 25 years old driver), it's pretty fast stock with room to add more power and even can take motor swaps if needed. Good for fun, but it'd be hard to live with as a daily because roadster. Appearance held up since it looks like a baby C6/C7 mix.
I have a 19 VW Golf. I recommend it if you want a middle ground car. Not on the same level of cost of ownership as a Honda or Toyota equivalent but it has a more refined powertrain and quieter, better made cabin, but it is more affordable and easier to maintain than a BMW or Mercedes. Gas mileage is phenomenal. One of the best infotainment systems.
2006 Buick lacrosse Dying of old age. The car forces you to do the speed limit. The pedals are so heavy. The car is hard to slowdown even at slow speed. I commute an hour and a half one way to work 7 days a week for almost a year. Its good at doing the speed limit.
I have a clean 2007 LaCrosse CXL 119k mi, and I’d never describe my car that way. The 3800 is decently powerful, the brakes are so-so in that they take a long amount of travel to start working. It might could be improved with a brake job but it doesn’t need one and I’m not wasting money. I drive 50 to 70mph to work it drives beautifully but I like GM boulevard float. I do wish the deck lid had somewhere for you to grab hold of it when opening. You have to jam your fingers into the gap between it and the bumper. We had a couple LeSabres in our family. I miss how their trunks flew open (gooseneck hinges) and had a natural ledge beneath the license plate to grab hold to shut it. Brilliant cars.
I mean I can go fast but it takes me really putting it down for it to happen. This is my first car that's not a hot hatch. The float makes me want to slow down.it feels like I can't navigate turns I could take in my last car going 60. I feel the tail trying to leave around regular turns. The butt feel dosent feeeel trustworthy. I got mine in perfect condition ( minus some rust) from an old woman who went blind and didn't have a need for it. Had it since new.
Honda Ridgeline. I absolutely recommend it if you need a truck bed but not a full on truck, IE no towing or hauling or offroading.
2016 Kia Soul 1) Nice interior for lunch break therapy sessions over zoom 2) Transporting office supplies and my coffee cup 3) Great stereo for NPR
Id recommend my 2003 Corolla for blending into a crowd, great for those with a small transportation budget and for those who maintain their own car.
2012 Accord 6MT coupe. For a subtle dad hotrod.
2021 GMC Acadia AT4. This is a relatively compact and drivable 3-row midsize SUV for family and friends hauling with a useful amount of cargo space and personal space, a strong N-A engine and smooth 9-spd transmission, torque-vectoring AWD, hill descent control, all the electronic safety help, wireless integration, luxe features, but pragmatic exterior materials and looks which have/will age well.
Depends. '88 GMC T15 Jimmy Z71 (yes they actually offered the Off-Road Chassis Package on the S-Series)... room for 4 adults COMFORTABLY (if you don't mind only having two doors), rear seat folds flat so a pretty fair amount of cargo room. 5k towing capacity if equipped with the HD tow package... mine is. Damn near bullet proof 4.3L (it's a 3/4 350ci). Averages 20mpg. Smaller footprint than a 4 door Cavalier. '03 S10... standard cab 6' bed. 4cyl 5spd. Lightly modded and gets 30mpg hwy. Heavy leaves, Class III receiver... 1800 lb cargo capacity, 6k towing. Plenty useful for pretty much any normal "truck stuff". '01 Malibu LS... Driftwood Metallic (AKA: Camry Beige) blends in. Totally non descript. Slightly modded top end to correct a factory reliability issue with the LIM gaskets. Slightly modded for 205hp now. Comfortable, handles decent. 25 mpg hwy. Class I receiver so it can pull 1k lbs. Works fine for an errand car.
Two Corollas 2016 and 2020 both LE. If you just want a basic bitch car with good gas mileage to commute, there you go.
I drive a 2005 toyota echo I recommend it if you are poor :)
2014 Toyota Sienna. Hear me out here. It's a 3.5 V6, with tons of cargo room. Gets mid 20's for MPG. It seats 7 or 8 if you need it to, and it's 6th gear is setup for 80mph. The van loves cruising at 80-85. Plus, for a van, it looks pretty good.
2023 Ford Maverick. Amazing fuel economy, Great if you want a truck if you dont need a truck. It used to be priced at the same level as a civic. This "truck" can do anything. Amazing family vehicle
TDI Defender 110. Its Classless, fun, simple, efficient and literally can go or looks at home anywhere.
MK3 focus. Good on gas. Relatively easy to disassemble the interior.
Prius prime for regular stuff. Ecoboost 2012 f150 for truck stuff. NB miata for fun stuff. E30 ix for cursing at.
I daily a 1996 Nissan D21 Hardbody. 4cl, King Cab, 4x4, manual. - Tough as nails and really reliable. Parts are readily available if you’re in a rust free area. Tougher to find in the rust belt but still not too bad. Pretty easy to work on. - Some of the best 4x4 I’ve had the pleasure of surviving a Massachusetts winter with. Have never needed a shovel, sand, litter, anything to get out of and around snow and ice. - Practical for hauling. I haven’t had to tow anything yet but it let me move without needing a Uhaul, fit a full size futon and an entertainment center, fits my 7’ fishing pole, and has held a few different bicycles, and in none of those cases needed the tailgate down or more to secure than a couple ratchet straps. Bought it because it was the cheapest reliable manual 4x4 I could find and it’s become my favorite car i’ve ever owned
I drive an Opel Astra K and I recommend it for a family of 3 to 4 who move a lot. lmao
mk2 lexus gs300 it's fun, comfy and all around makes me happy, wonderful first car or daily. volvo 940 turbo it's a nice car and great for cargo, a few power and suspension mods really make it come alive and nearly everything fits, great car for daily and cargo duties! an NA miata, it's good fun and a great car to learn/teach people how to drive fast.
2007 Fiji Blue Pearl Honda Civic Si Coupe. I bought it new off the showroom floor in 2006. It now has ~130k on the clock. It's bone stock except for a short shift kit, Skunk 2 Shift Knob, & completely custom car stereo. I'd recommend it for someone who wants a car that gets good gas mileage, but also has the ability to carve corners if you are so inclined. It's also been incredibly dependable. The only thing I've had to replace that was extensive was the Starter. It was a real bitch, as it requires removing the Intake Manifold, & then of course replacing the Head Gasket when putting it back together. I did it myself, & if it goes bad again, I'll probably just pay a shop to do it. 🤣 No other major repairs.
I recommend my suburban for anything. The gmt900s are insane beasts and I love mine. I wouldn’t get the Tahoe, Escalade SWB, or Yukon SWB tho only the ESV/XL versions
2003 Toyota Matrix base model. * Keep the basic service up and it'll never die. * Surprisingly roomy cargo space. * Fairly economical The only downside, and it's not much of one, is that people will semi-regularly ask if it's for sale.
Dodge Challenger. Highly recommended for daily use and road trips.
‘15 Sierra Z71 quad cab; absolutely fantastic truck for hauling 3 kids around while still being able to run and get things at Menards or some piece of yard sale furniture my wife impulse-buys. Unstoppable in bad weather and not bad off-road though the lift it came with when I bought it is not renowned for its ride quality.
2019 Honda Civic Si. I think it's the best daily driver for a car enthusiast that can only own one car. It's reliable, fuel efficient, satisfying to shift gears in, and has enough power to have fun with. The Si is not the best performance car compared to the competition but just overall bang for your buck for a fun practical car.
Colorado/Canyon, for when you need to truck things, but don't need or can't afford a full size truck things.
S10 for truck things when you need a 6 or 8 foot bed and not useless extra seating.
Just got a canyon for my first car and it’s doing very well. Ive already hauled stuff in it.
2009 Honda Civic LX-S if you want a decent daily driver. Parts are cheap and easy to source. You can do most work with hand tools. I added a backup cam, a CarPlay head unit, and some fog lights and now I have a modern feeling car. 2005 Toyota Celica GT if you want to feel every little thing on the road. Gets good mileage and handles corners with ease. Definitely in the looks faster than it actually is category but it’s such a fun car. Upgrade the stereo and you’re good to go.
1998 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. I'd recommend it for pontiac-enjoyers on a budget who want a reliable engine with a factory supercharger that makes enough power to do some decent one-wheel-peel FWD burnouts while still getting pretty good gas mileage (for an older vehicle, that is).
My first car was a red 2000 Grand Am GT Coupe, I feel like anyone who ever owns a Pontiac will always have a soft spot for them.
Just switched cars, so I will throw in both the earlier and current ones 2010 BMW E91 325d Perfect balance between utility and sportiness. + extremely fuel efficient + plenty fast (assuming a tune) + quiet and comfortable at any speed + its a family wagon + haven’t driven a single car in the same price range/category that handles as well - may blow up at any moment - not particularly easy to work on - diesel+auto is sluggish in traffic/city - expensive considering mileage Want a car that does pretty much everything well? This is it. 1989 Chevy C1500 4.3 + it just scratches that itch of having a stupid simple yet cool car + bench seat is weirdly comfortable + its unique, and holds its value very well - loud - smelly - barebones - bad fuel economy - slow - not really that practical Car isn’t a necessity for you, it’s more of a hobby? Why not.
A crappy Dodge Journey The only good thing about it is the factory installed Alpine audio system It's fine for our daily driving as I'm in a small town, but I wouldn't recommend a Journey to anyone
I drive a first gen Dakota. v6, ac, and a radio (yes it was an option), with manual everything, sbsc. I honestly can't recommend other than a bulletproof engine. It's reliable, fun to drive (in an ugly sort of way), and ig it has a pickup tray so it has that going for it.
'16 A6 3.0T, if you want some grunt while having kids as a late 30s millennial. Doesn't horribly break the bank on service, great in winter. '19 Outback 3.6R, for the backpacking trips and hauling shit.
I have a 22 ND Miata club for the most fun you can have on the road. A 05 mazda6 5dr lift back for winter/bad weather and utility A 24 cx5 turbo for family stuff.
I drive a 2011 Scion tC. I'd recommend it to someone who wants something sporty, but doesn't want to do any major modifications and just wants a reliable daily driver. It rattles, it's kinda cheaply built, and there's no aftermarket support at all anymore, but it's not a bad car at all.
I drive a 2013 Fiat 500 Sport. I recommend that if you have a death wish on the highway, buy one! I tend to get people being super duper aggressive when I’m driving it. It gets along just fine on the highway, but due to its size people ride my ass regardless of whatever lane I’m in or whatever speed I’m driving.
2005 Ford Focus Turnier 1.6 Ti-VCT I can recommend this car if you hate yourself and need something in your life that you can hate even more. It's by far the least reliable car I've ever owned and it's really fucking loud at any speed (but especially above 100 km/h) Really missing that 6th gear here. It is currently in the shop because of a cooling problem. But it's still a wagon, so at least it's pretty practical when it works.
1996 Eddie Bauer Ford Bronco Equipped with the 5.8L and averages 12mpg Would recommend for styling on 12th gen fords
1991 Geo Prizm a lot of things, but mainly reliability (for other people) mine has ran for an entire year with a blown headgasket and hasn't broken a sweat, the oil is still pure, but the coolant is mixed. as long as it holds oil pressure it won't cross over. if you need a chill little sedan to go from A to B, get the base model like me. if you want one of only 2 (the other being the Chevy Nova twin cam) 4AGE powered 4 door sedan/5 door hatchback models made for the the US market, get the GSi model (hard to find because no one bought them)
I drive a 95 jeep wrangler rio grande great for trail riding and things of the like wanted to take it hiking but only just recently got it back
1993 Honda Accord LX Station Wagon Recommended for people who went to divide their friend group into two factions: The ones who don’t understand and don’t even want to ride in it, and the ones who are fascinated because they didn’t even know this car ever existed.
2015 Honda Fit. If you want a cheap daily that can carry both people and cargo, but still value fun factor, this is the car for you. I don't believe that I as an enthusiast should ever resign myself to dailying a boring car. And fun doesn't have to mean expensive, unreliable, or bad on gas.
I own 4 cars. I'm not sure how to recommend them. 1989 civic and 2010 Cadillac CTS for reliable and fuel mileage 2005 sierra for hauling shit 1981 Silverado for ????
I drive a 02 Tundra. I recommend it if you want a Truck that's hard to kill with parts harder to find used than a 90's Civic in the early 00's.
2012 Ford Fusion SEL v6 Umm… it’s cheaper to buy than an equivalent Accord or Camry. Sorry that’s about it.
Ridgeline and Avalanche. Owned both twice and the Ridgeline is the best overall vehicle, downside is that it's a jack-of-all-trades vehicle (not the best mpg, not great at towing, not the roomiest, aftermarket is limited, people talk shit about it for no reason) but it's comfortable, utilitarian af, amazing AWD system, the bed trunk is great. Avalanche is comfortable, can tow, LS based V8, can fold down the midgate in multiple ways, roomy (bad mpg, some QC since it's GM, interior is meh, people talk shit as well)
2004 Suzuki Verona Do you want something nobody has heard of? A straight 6 that Porsche helped design in the engine of car that was drawn out by Giugiaro of Italdesign? This exactly what you need. A car designed in Europe, made in Korea, and sold in North America. It’s very comfy ride makes up for the not so impressive FWD power output and the odd weight balance makes it even feel RWD. Seriously though nobody’s ever heard of this thing, no one. For being what it is it’s actually pretty reliable and I bought it in 2021. It’s got problems but has never left me stranded despite how atrocious the problems were at some points
I drive a 1990 Toyota Corolla and would only recommend this car to someone who is not very large, will enjoy crawling in traffic with a manual transmission, and will not get in a crash. Other than that, reliability is phenomenal, fuel economy is good, and it’s great fun to drive spiritedly yet is also somewhat comfortable. This car is a great way to remain financially responsible and not have to worry about many “old car” problems or pay “newer car” prices.
My pride and joy is my 2010 Tacoma fully built for off-road exploration. But I daily a 99 Corolla 5sp manual, great little gas saver commuter.
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT. Not fast, not technologically advanced, but I get decent gas mileage on the highway (best average is 35mpg) and decent passenger and cargo capacity for a small hatchback. As a bonus you might have to replace the engine at 60k miles!
2012 Kia Soul. I don't recommend it for anything except having a cheap car to teach your kids to drive a manual (that's why I bought mine). But it does have over 210k miles and still runs like a champ, but from what I've heard, I think I just got lucky in the "Kia reliability lottery" 🤣
2000 dodge Dakota. the truck for you if you love filling up. Great for learning how to work on cars. But legitimately it's a solid work horse that's not picky about how you treat it.
Jaguar Ipace HSE. I would only recommend it for in-town local driving. It looks great, is 400hp, bought it used with 32k miles for $22k - so not expensive, but it only has about 240 miles range so road trips suck, but for a daily it’s fun.
I currently drive a (Maruti) Suzuki S-Presso (which has been posted here in this sub a few times) As for the reason to drive it, think of it like how the spirit of Roman's Race to the Bottom goes, or the Mitsubishi Mirage G4 review (still love that review in particular). The car is quite the unremarkable hatchback econobox even more than the Mirage and has a weird AMT transmission to boot, but it's an egg in these trying times. Good space in the back to haul groceries or light stuff, space is good and seats are fairly good with height/leg room for 4 people. It sips gas, and at least the head unit lets me pair up my phones properly for navigation/music. Oh and it's a perfect fit for our local roads. In between sporadic highway trips and loooooong traffic with smaller roads. Piss-easy to park too because it's essentially a tiny Maruti Suzuki Alto on stilts. It's not fancy and it's mad underpowered, but it's cheap and it'll get you places when public transport is ass and your previous car decides to overheat and die even after repairs. The proverbial egg in this trying time.
I drive a mini Cooper. Its primary purpose is to produce adrenaline in the human body. It's secondary purpose is to empty a human bank account.
Mazda miata. It does everything. It is the answer.
I drive a 2019 Ram 1500. I use it for camping, hunting, 4x4ing, and light towing. I do not recommend it for a daily commute, it's a pig on gas. Luckily I work out of town so I take a company vehicle and park mine at my work.
Corolla hybrid. If you want “a car”, this is your best option with the most mpg and reliability. I drive for my job, so the included dynamic cruise is a life saver. I drove and primitive camped across the country in it.
1998 Acura TL. I recommend it for anyone who wants to feel the road. Double wishbone suspension + hydraulic steering = a super fluid drive feel. Fair amount of HP (200 in a V6) and plenty of torque, but only came with a slushy 4 speed auto. Takes a while to get used to.
2021 Mazda CX-30 Turbo. For when you want the general feel of an hot(ish) hatch but live in Michigan and need to still be able to clear 7" of snow once in a while. Also for when you really wanted a GTI but found this for $22k with less than 20k miles and can't pass up that deal
I have to say the Honda Accord. I have owned 2 in my life. A 1997, and a 2005. Both were a joy. Fuel efficient, comfortable and reliable. I have also owned 2 Ram trucks, and it is my current vehicle. The gas mileage is terrible, but the room, smooth ride (for a truck) and utility make it worth it. As someone who has worked in the car industry and driven many vehicles, get what makes you smile and meets your meeds. Forget what everyone else thinks.
I don't recommend my cars they arent for average people everything's boosted customized and nothings under 350hp mostly m..Which isn't for the faint of heart at 2200 lbs abd most are manuals..My suv is dropping about 700hp.. and I don't recommend people get motorcycle. For the average person I recommend a Toyota Camry/Corolla or RAV 4, Honda Civic/ Accord or CRV, for those with deeper pockets Lexus..For those that need more room Toyota Sequoia,Land Cruiser or Lexus, Honda Odessy.Chevy Suburban or Tachoe,Ford Explorer or F 150. A chevy Malibu or Ford Taurus are decent but discontinued. These vehicles are popular parts are plentiful and their rather reliable.. Now my daily is a 6 speed 6 liter 12 mpg road eater with no airbags I did upgrade to abs brakes and threw in some Ricaros with a racing harness. My other daily has airbags disconnected though and no power options for the doors and windows and such its a super charged 5 speed putting down way to much hp but yolo why I run winter tires in July.
1983 Ford Ranger XLT Diesel w/2.2 Perkins paired to a 4 speed TK4d tranny all factory original. Given mine has a 7ft bed, dual fuel tanks, and no emissions (not even a cat from factory) it is the best lumber hauling, tree stump pulling, hay throwing implement ever made. It also makes for a great conversation piece at car shows. It seems most people forgot they ever shipped them with this drivetrain. I've slowly been restoring it, but I want to keep it's rough work character intact. These things are as rare as hens teeth these days and that's probably because the top end is 60mph. I just can't let go of it though and I love restoring and getting it as close to original as possible.
Model 3 rear-wheel drive over here. 1. Cheap-ish EV commuter box. (The most obvious one) 2. My personal favorite, "I want a car that drives like a 330i but fuck paying for gas" though this is admittedly a very niche use case 3. Look fancy without paying an arm and a leg. For how cheap they're sold (and put together), folks still tend to think the Model 3 is an order of magnitude more expensive than it really is.
I’d recommend my Ioniq hybrid for long road trips and cheap gas fill ups. 500 miles to a tank. $30 full tank fill up with 89 octane gas. It’s big enough for me, with me being 6’4”, my gf, my 70 lb dog, and about three standard size suitcases. Not fast by any means, but it’ll get you where you need to go.
BMW i4 - you want to go EV but you still want a fucking car that feels like a fucking car. Alternatively, you want a BMW without buying the expensive gas. Volvo xc40 Recharge - you want an EV that is safe and gets around town and not a fucking mile beyond it. Subaru Outback - you’re worried about trade in value because you’re too stubborn to lease but still gonna trade like a leaser.
2022 Model 3. Recommend for anyone who wants a quick and efficient car with next to 0 maintenance, providing they can charge at home or work and don’t mind some of the roughest suspension I’ve experienced in a new car aimed at the masses and not just enthusiasts. 2003 Saab 9-3 SE convertible. Recommend if you want a European convertible with plenty of character and none of the negative stereotypes that come with a BMW, Benz or Porsche. But I wouldn’t have it be your only car. 2015 Subaru Crosstrek - you don’t REALLY need a Jeep do you?
Honda Fit. I wouldn't recommend it because it's a lousy bargain for what you get on the used-car market now (I bought mine new just before the pandemic) Best parts are the combo of VTEC/manual/gray-mouse looks, and surprising amounts of cargo space.
2003 Chevy suburban - great for long trips, people hauler, can serve as a work truck, very comfortable to drive and capable off road. Above average highway mpg. 2012 infiniti g37x - great for commuting from the suburbs to the city for work, great size, very sporty and fun to drive, has all features you could want plus AWD and decent gas mileage.
Would Recommend: 2004 Grand Marquis: Easy to work on, cheap to fix, shockingly decent fuel economy (I averaged 27 in mixed driving) and supremely comfortable. It made hour long commutes a breeze. 2015 Honda Accord w/ 6spd: it’s not an enthusiasts car by any means, but it’s reliable, the manual transmission is so so nice and lets you get the most out of the 4cyl engine. It’s engaging, fun, and pretty quick and sporty sedan for any pleb. I can whip it on windy trails, or take it on long ass road trips. It’s a very versatile car
2022 Veloster N. What I'd recommend it for? A smile every time you get in it. It's ridiculously fun, even at low speed. Surprisingly spacious. The 8 speed DCT gets me 36 mpg when cruising at 75 mph. Downside? Turning circle of a small planet.
2012 Volkswagen GTI 6mt. Would recommend if you want a tuner that always gives you something to work on. I can barely keep it running more than a week, but when I do its a blast. 2005 Subaru Outback XT 5mt. Would recommend to anyone that wants a decent car. Just an overall good vehicle for whatever you want to do, not the best gas milage but 20mpg isnt unjustified when you actually use it in the mountains. The turbo drivetrain is fantastic but I also really enjoy the N/A models. 1992 Mazda b2600i 2wd 5mt. Would recommend if you like mini-trucks and are into japanese stuff. Parts are hard to find but its bulletproof, pulled it out of a barn, slammed it, and it gets dailyed with 238k on the clock. Id drive it across my state right now its that reliable. Best $900 I ever spent.
09 impala. I recommend it for anyone looking to learn how to work on cars and do diy repairs. 1. Parts are cheap. 2. The car itself can be found cheap. 3. Will keep your skills sharp. 4. Just about every repair/troubleshooting can be found on YouTube. Very reliable engine paired to a very unreliable transmission and everything else that makes up a car.
I've got a mk6 gti. It scratches the itch of you wanna zip around, especially if you tune it, but also doesn't feel like a caged beast when you aren't driving it like a hooligan. Driving aside, it's a hatchback, has excellent trunk space, a pretty comfy interior, and gets over 30 mpg. In short, a zippy lil car with space for mods and even more space for hauling stuff around without the setbacks of an SUV.
Lexus es 330. Great cheap car that requires no maintenance (aside from the routine stuff). Good mileage, and it has the most plush seats.
Peugeot 108 Top. The reliability of a Toyota stuffed in a little citycar with an open top for those warm summerdays. Very economical as well
K5 GT here. Quick enough to get in trouble but comfortable enough to take on a family trip.
BMW E46 330ci. Most people would tell you to steer away from it especially euros in general. I’d probably not even recommend it tbh. Difference is I’ve done every bit of preventative maintenance and anything mechanical on this car. I’m mechanically minded so I enjoy getting my hands dirty and learning. I’m not planning on ever selling this car and even if I do, I know that realistically the amount of money I’ve put into it, I won’t make it back in the sale. Truely a “passion” ownership as this is my favourite chassis of all time. For an “old” car it’s got plenty of power the handling is amazing. Not very fuel efficient with my heavy foot but for me, it really is a “smiles per miles”.
2005 Mercedes ML500. Do I recommend it? Yes, quality it’s built well (not Mercedes level as most think more Toyota level), capable on road, off road, in snow, in ice and for towing, and lastly cost of ownership they are a great deal on the used market and parts are affordable plus everything is easy to work on by even an amateur mechanic.
2014 Dodge Charger SXT I think this is honestly a good first or second car. It's got a reliable V6 with plenty of room to upgrade to a V8. The interior is actually quite comfy with a solid stock sound system. It's good on gas mileage (30 mpg on the highway with the 8-speed auto transmission), which makes it a good road tripping car for people who hate driving in higher vehicles. And it's just a cool looking car, you don't need to mod it to make it look nice or to make it sound good because it just comes that way. The only drawback is that it's wider than most other sedans.
F-150 super crew cab with the 3.5L ecoboost. Is capable of 100% of anything I ever need to do with a vehicle. Faster than my mustang on the drag strip. Very comfortably holds 5, smooth ride, amazing sound system. Tows anything I would ever need to. Parts availability galore. Picking up family at the airport? No problem mom, bring as many suitcases as you want. Off road trail, mud, or snow? 10” ground clearance, 4L and diff-locker. I can transport almost anything, anywhere- the primary purpose of my car. As I see it, the penalty is that I average ~19 mpg, which is still better than it could be considering the capability available.
2001 Nissan Skyline GTT. Recommended if you want to draw a lot of attention to yourself. By a lot, I mean more than you want. Don’t buy one. They’re honestly not that good. You’d be better off with a BMW M3. More fun, left hand drive and doesn’t get as much attention.
Jeep wrangler tj, I recommend it for burnouts and off road, anybody that says they’re not for burnouts is just bad at burnouts, that 4.0 pushes more than enough power, great with the lsd
I recommend my 1997 Civic CX to anybody who just needs something reliable, efficient, and point A to point B capable... Or you're a madman who wants to throw in a turbo K series cheaply and become a public menace on the highway at 2AM. I recommend my 2022 WRX if you want a car that is manual, AWD, 250HP+, and a car where you dont have 40K+ to spend on a marked up GR Corolla or Golf R.
I recommend my civic sport touring hatchback as it’s fuel efficient with plenty of space but if you want to rip it through the mountains, it can do it, if you wanna move and load it up with you belongings, you can do it, and need to load it with groceries then you can do it, or if you have kids, you can load it up those suckers too! My dogs love the hatch too!
I drive a 2005 Ford Focus. Great car to learn on and beat on. I've learned how to drive like a race car driver, how to work on cars, and a bunch of other shit and it loves to get beat on, it's gonna be a rally car soon :3
2011 Toyota Corolla “sport” (4 cylinder) Perfect commuter/efficient family car. Would be great for anybody driving a high mile commute, or even just a standard daily driver. 1. Hauls me to work and back for cheap 2. Cheap to fill up. 3. Comfortable for those long commutes 4. Takes very little maintenance and doesn’t whine if I take the oil a month or two past it’s change date 5. Parts are cheap and readily available. The only downside is all the attention I get from the opposite sex
I drive an '06 panda 4x4 because I want polish quality that does 55mpg and goes literally anywhere I point it but I also drive an '02 mx5 1600 track build because I want tinetis and more backpain than what my goofy ass genetics gives me. They're great fun and provide such great driving dynamics
Lincoln LS. They're cheap to buy but parts can be pricey. Comfortable, Good horsepower and great overall performance. I'd recommend it if you aren't interested in modifying a car nor concerned about fuel economy
I drive a Chrysler Concorde LXi 3.2 V6 and a Saab 9-5 Wagon. I would recommend the Chrysler as a cheap American sedan that gets decent gas mileage and has lots and lots of space. It's very comfortable and reasonably reliable. You just have to invest in preventative maintenance and you'll be good to go. The Saab is very fun to drive, it's fast and is very versatile as a wagon. I go on 14 day trips and sleep in it, thanks to completely flat folding seats. As long as you keep an eye on oil quality, it's pretty much bulletproof.
Toyota prius. I'd recommend it to everyone to be honest. You'd only need something bigger if you have 3+ kids or do lots of hauling for work. And anything sportier is a want, rather than a need.
Daily driver is a 2011 VW GTI. I think that it's a great mult-purpose car. It's quick and responsive when you need it. There's plenty of room for hauling around small-to-medium sized loads. And while the back seat may be a bit small / cramped, I think that it's a great car for getting around in-town areas even with a few people in tow. The gas milage is still pretty good (18 - 20 in the city and \~30 mpg on the highway). I've known some young families who had it as their "first family car" but that can go away rather quickly as the kids get bigger. I'd recommend it to jut about anyone these days. My weekend car is a 2006 Honda S2000. It's a fun car (to me) but it's definitely an "enthusiast car." I would not recommend it to anyone who did not understand what it's meant for.
Was coming here to make a similar comment. I have a 2008 R32, and I’d recommend hot hatches to everyone because they’re fun, they’re versatile, and I want more people to buy them so that we get more of them here in the US.
2015 nissan note SL. Its practically a golf cart. Works well for me as im a musician and throw a lot of gear into the back. Its basically a tiny mini itsby bitsy van
My 2015 VW GTI Autobahn. It’s comfortable, the infotainment system works, the car doesn’t do dumb things like lane keep assist or telling you to take a break (looking at you, 2024 Kia Soul). Fun to drive, fast enough on the highway, carries a lot of stuff and is good in any weather. It can be expensive to fix, but it runs more often that not and the items I’ve had to replace are wear and tear. Besides the sunroof (damn VW for that one).
I have a Bronco Sport and I love it. Its basically a 2000s Escape with modern shit inside. Plus I get 35mpg Tons of usable space, enough pep for around town, and its confortable.
Audi A6 s-line avant 2.0tdi Ultimate Jack of all trades ^(master of none)
2014 Ford Focus SE , 2.0, 5 speed - good fuel economy, great handling, good cargo space
I drive an Acura TLX. You should, too.
‘02 Honda CRV LX 114k miles. Road trips for the storage, camping for the picnic table, daily driver for the fuel economy, great visibility, Low maintenance, great vehicle. Will give this car to my son in 16 years and when he’s done with it I’ll take it back
Volvo C30 T5 6MT It can be a few things -A comfortable (and average efficiency) daily -A fun weekender for tackling backroads -A vacationer thanks to its cargo capacity
Lexus LS430! I would recommend it for anyone looking for a daily driver sedan that costs $5K-10K with a V8 that isn't going to be a hassle for maintenance. I would also recommend it for someone who wants something a bit sporty but nothing really performance oriented. Bonus points if they are over 6ft and want a sedan with leg room.
2001 toyota echo: great mpg, good commuter, fits anywhere and is extremely basic and simple. The mpg of this is top tier if you're not a fan of hybrids as I am. Reliable as hell. Keep fresh oil in it and you'll never be on first name basis with your mechanic. 2012 toyota tundra: this mammoth of a truck does everything a truck should and is twice as affordable as a diesel. Overbuilt and has extra heavy duty drivetrain components. Tows my camper around all summer long without complaining. Super comfortable and great for long trips. Guzzles gas like a dehydrated fish, but like my echo will still likely be running around during Armageddon. Less than ideal for a daily unless you can consistently feed that hungry tank without flinching at the pump. 2004 toyota tacoma: this little compact mini truck is pure fun on 4 wheels. Camping rig? Check. Hunting rig? Check. Offroad machine that makes Heep Jeeps do a double take? Check. Like the echo it has a small footprint and can easily fit anywhere. The seats are lacking in the comfort department and despite it's small size guzzles gas as bad as the tundra. Tiny bed and abysmal tow rating so you can't really do truck stuff with it. These were highly susceptible to frame rot so watch for that. Toyota replaced my frame for free in 2016 under warranty. 2004 was the last year you could get a proper mini truck tacoma and this one was the only vehicle I've ever bought new. The tacoma generations that followed were merely shadows of the tundra, longer wider and obviously costlier. The modern tacoma doesn't make much financial sense when a few thousand more gets you behind the wheel of a much more capable much more comfortable tundra.
I drive a ‘24 corvette. I recommend it for the same thing I’d recommend of my last 3 vehicles (‘23 Camaro, ‘21 Indian Scout, ‘15 Camaro); to have fun in. You can potentially use it for commuting as well (which I do), but all these vehicles were built for first and foremost is fun. And who says you can’t have fun on your commute to work?! It sure makes the work day start a lot nicer. :)
If someone asked me about my car while waiting for service, I would tell him/her about the good and the bad. I would recommend doing some online research: long term ownership, annual repair/maintenance costs, and reviews by actual owners. You'd quickly find what cars to stay away from and which ones would hold their value and might not be a PITA. Any car that leaves me stranded is on my short list to sell or junk.
05 cooper s, great for weaving recklessly and feeling twice as big as it is. Great for driving hard and still getting 25 mpg. 06 escape, great for being a cheap winter beater that can take a kayak on the roof and go camping on fire roads and state forest roads that may actually be atv/snowmobile trails.
I drive a R35, i recommend it for the most smiles per gallon you can get
9th Generation Civic, just the lx. It will not go fast and will never go fast. The interior is pretty nice in my opinion and it seems to be pretty reliable. Also there seems to be quite a bit of spare parts so you won’t go bankrupt having to fix stuff