What Do You Drive?

Just curious, what type of vehicle you all drive? Some of us here HAVE to be car enthusiasts to some point.

For now, I drive a bagged '99 Chevy S10. For those that don’t know what ‘bagged’ mean, its a vehicle with adjustable air suspension. Its almost like hydraulics, but airbags are used (like the ones semi trucks have). After I sell that, a Toyota Supra or a Subaru WRX STi will be up next.


I’m a gear head a Topic I can relate to.1988 Dodge D100 slightly modified 512 ci pushing 800 HP high speed parts chaser, 2004 Ford F150 Supercrew FX4 work truck.

2005 Chevy Venture (minivan) ya its a sweet ride!

Restoring a 91 GMC Jimmy (full size one) the roof is removable.

Love it! Great car! But too much on the road right now. And I would love to have the Toyota Supra, that is one sweet ride.

1990 Blue Ford Taurus…

But, I dont know whether my next car should be a Nissan or Jeep. The New Z’s look pretty damn pimp. But I appreciate ability over looks anyday, so Im thinking about a Jeep Sahara or Unlimited.

I love to do 90 down the GSP (hence the desire for a fast car) but Id also travel America by backroads or no-roads so I’d love a durable adventure vehicle (hence a jeep).

Any ideas or advise?


I got a 98 eclipse TURBO! GOT BOOST?

Of the dozen or so bikes we have, these are the ones I ride.
1940 Indian Sport Scout
1965 Harley Panhead
1941 Indian 741 (military bike)
1971 Moto Guzzi Ambassador
1969 Moto Guzzi Ambassador
1968 Harley Shovelhead

I also own a 1941 3/4 ton Chevy PU.
Obviously I like the old stuff.

Sweet rides, guys :slight_smile:

About the Jeep question, why not get a Jeep with a supercharger in it? I know money doesn’t grow on trees, but if you like the Jeep and want something fast, thats the only thing I could think of.

BMW M3 1998 Sedan (yes, it has four doors)

Car can feel every nuance in the road, simply sublime. Great handling, plenty of power (240 HP), and I like the looks although looks are subjective.

Take it easy…

Right now it’s an '01 Eclipse Spyder GT. Had to borrow a Jeep for the winter, though (Oh, the fun!).

I’m looking to sell it though in favor of either an '02 Benz C 230 Komp or a new RX-8.

I’ve found some good deals on the Benz, so that’s the only reason there is a choice. :wink:

I go through cars like no other. . .

Had a beat up Accord. Went from that to a Grand Cherokee with 20’s and everything else (had to be different). Followed that up with a Jetta and then came the crown jewel - a '69 Fleetwood ‘Limo’ with blue velvet interior. She was cherry, but haunted (long story and I’m not kidding).

2003 Suburban. I have become addicted to XM Radio.

Piece of advice: If you get drunk and try to show off your stereo system to your equally drunk brother-in-law, On-Star cannot eject a stuck CD from the CD-player.

I also have a 1996 GMC pick-up.

Mini cooper, but looking to change since write off in accident.

yes, it may be yellow and gay, but it is a mini, and they are cool.

As petrol prices soar in the uk, choices are limited. I would like a Subaru WRX, and then toy with the boost.

Obviously, I don’t have all the racing crap all over it when I’m driving on the street.

2003 350Z Touring 6-speed
~300hp, 280ft-lb torque, with mods

http://images.t-nation.com/forum_images/./1/.1111352441971.Ninja_Ride.JPG

Ride me.

2004 Kawasaki Ninja ZX-6RR
(race-prepared version of street bike)
Top speed roughly 165mph
0-60 in 3.1 secs
1/4 mile in a little over 10 secs

2005 Mazda RX-8 GT. Best driver “feel” I’ve had in car. Ever. And I’ve driven many, including cars 5x more expensive. Fell immediately in love when I test-drove it, couldn’t leave the dealer without it.

It’s also the first car my wife likes as much as I do.

The only thing I miss is factory XM Radio. Had a 2004 Acura TL before, hated the car (I think Sport Sedans are the worst idea to come out of Germany since pork sausages – I thought the Japanese touch would improve the concept, but it’s actually even worse), loved the XM.

Second car is a 2004 RAV4, great for trips to Tahoe or to IKEA… :slight_smile:

If I had no conscience, I’d get a Mercedes SLK55, however the added cost (both $$$ and environmental impact) does not remotely justify the added benefit. I just felt dirty driving it. Really.

'05 Maxima and a restored '79 Lil Red Express Truck.

[quote]hspder wrote:
2005 Mazda RX-8 GT. Best driver “feel” I’ve had in car. Ever.[/quote]

I’d say the same thing about my 350Z. Especially now that I’ve tuned the suspension (taken out what little understeer and lean remained).

The difference is, my 350Z has torque. :slight_smile: Sorry, had to go there… I love the RX-8, but I think Mazda way underpowered a more deserving car. Hopefully they’ll come to their senses and come out with a turbo or three-rotor model to give it a boost.

Well, the problem is, you’re using a crappy car as your standard. The Acura TL is a fine family car with a little spunk. It’s far from a real sport sedan. In fact, the Nissan Maxima is a far better sports sedan, and it’s still front-wheel drive.

If you really want a sports sedan to drive that will change your mind, go test drive an Infinity G35. It will illustrate the stark contrast between a pretender like the Acura TL and a contender.

And of course, that’s without even going expensive, like the BMW 5-series, and the Mercedes’ that makes you feel dirty (possibly with good reason!)

[quote]michaelv wrote:
Obviously, I don’t have all the racing crap all over it when I’m driving on the street.

2003 350Z Touring 6-speed
~300hp, 280ft-lb torque, with mods[/quote]

Thats my baby you got there. Thanks for the pic, so those who diddnt know what I was talking about have proof of the sexiness of the Z.

Id pimp mine out too. And it’d be dark blue. But yea, you got what I want.

http://images.t-nation.com/forum_images/./1/.1111359205727.mybaby3.jpg

[quote]getbig wrote:
Love it! Great car! But too much on the road right now. And I would love to have the Toyota Supra, that is one sweet ride.[/quote]

Sweet ride. What kind of wheels? Im looking at a set of Maya DTM’s for mine.

Get a real car boys! 1995 Mitsubishi Magna.

Oh yeah, feel the powah!

Heh heh - It was a great price, in great condition and it’s fine for what I need if maybe a little big. I’ll get something really nice when I have my physio clinic. That’s only 5years or so away!