What is your ride? - Page 6

Alex Mackinnon · #**101** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 4:07 AM**

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Originally Posted by worldwide

Yay, someone else who likes old euroboxes.

I can't help but think most of the Euro brands have lost their way a bit since the 80s. Volvo doesn't even sell a mid sized wagon any more. It seems everyone wants small SUV truck things.

I'm also kind of surprised nobody has an EV on here yet. I figured there would be more early adopters kicking about.

SpongeG · #**102** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 5:46 AM**

they are so expensive a nissan leaf is like $60,000

squeezied · #**103** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 8:49 AM**

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Originally Posted by Jebby

broken down:

and

A shot of both:

Wow you live in a nice neighbourhood. Oh and nice cars.

Spork · #**104** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 4:14 PM**

I'm thinking of putting up that 6 foot long Viper poster from when I was 9 back up in my room after that one...

GMasterAres · #**105** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 4:44 PM**

I haven't driven the new Viper though I do like the looks of them. Have they improved your rear view in them from the older models? I remember the older models were about as bad as a Lamborghini for looking behind you. You pretty much had to stick your head out the side window and look back to see behind.

Always made me nervous.

sacrifice333 · #**106** Posted **Nov 23, 2012, 5:29 PM**

Hey Guys, I've started a new side project, not about my ride, but solo parking shots in and around Vancouver. I call it Vancouver Autos. It started with an Instagram account, and has now added Twitter, Tumblr, and a weekly highlight on VancouverIsAwesome.com.

Here's this week's example:

Porsche 911 Targa with a 3.6L from a 993.

Mods, not meant to be spam, just info. Delete if you have you.

entheosfog · #**107** Posted **Nov 24, 2012, 9:14 AM**

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Originally Posted by sacrifice333

Hey Guys, I've started a new side project, not about my ride, but solo parking shots in and around Vancouver. I call it Vancouver Autos. It started with an Instagram account, and has now added Twitter, Tumblr, and a weekly highlight on VancouverIsAwesome.com.

Here's this week's example:

Porsche 911 Targa with a 3.6L from a 993.

Mods, not meant to be spam, just info. Delete if you have you.

Cool, I noticed that on vancouverisawesome. There sure are some interesting older vehicles still on the road here, given the relatively small amount of salt they put on the roads in the winter. I notice a lot more Japanese cars from the '80s in great condition (no rust) compared to Alberta, where I grew up.

sacrifice333 · #**108** Posted **Dec 4, 2012, 7:46 PM**

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Originally Posted by entheosfog

Cool, I noticed that on vancouverisawesome. There sure are some interesting older vehicles still on the road here, given the relatively small amount of salt they put on the roads in the winter. I notice a lot more Japanese cars from the '80s in great condition (no rust) compared to Alberta, where I grew up.

Definitely a good mixture here on the West Coast... older examples in decent shape, 90's imports thanks to the 15-yr RIV rules, expensive rides, etc.

Every Wednesday I post a single shot from sometime over the last week or so, most other days I post a pic on Instagram, Tumblr, & Twitter.

It's a fun little project.

Spork · #**109** Posted **Apr 9, 2013, 3:07 AM**

Just upgraded from my ART Mark 2.5 to a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport GS-L automatic. Good mileage, fun to drive, and surprisingly comfortable. First car that I've had access to in my life due to a slight (11 year) transit addiction.

DKaz · #**110** Posted **Apr 9, 2013, 3:51 AM**

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Originally Posted by Spork

Just upgraded from my ART Mark 2.5 to a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport GS-L automatic. Good mileage, fun to drive, and surprisingly comfortable. First car that I've had access to in my life due to a slight (11 year) transit addiction.

I know that car! Welcome fellow BCMazda3 member!

whatnext · #**111** Posted **Apr 9, 2013, 4:46 AM**

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Originally Posted by Spork

Just upgraded from my ART Mark 2.5 to a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport GS-L automatic. Good mileage, fun to drive, and surprisingly comfortable. First car that I've had access to in my life due to a slight (11 year) transit addiction.

Nice ride. Welcome to the Dark Side.

jlousa · #**112** Posted **Apr 9, 2013, 3:45 PM**

Any motorcyclists on the board? Is so let's see em. In the process of getting my first bike. Looking at a twin powered sports bike... will post pics once the sale goes thru.

Jebby · #**113** Posted **Apr 10, 2013, 12:05 AM**

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Originally Posted by Spork

Just upgraded from my ART Mark 2.5 to a 2012 Mazda 3 Sport GS-L automatic. Good mileage, fun to drive, and surprisingly comfortable. First car that I've had access to in my life due to a slight (11 year) transit addiction.

Oxymoron.

DKaz · #**114** Posted **Apr 10, 2013, 12:13 AM**

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Originally Posted by Jebby

Oxymoron.

Lol fun to drive in terms of handling and steering, the Skyactiv automatic transmission is not bad though. It uses a torque convertor up to 8km/h before it locks up until you go slower than 8km/h, and then an automated single clutch for gear changes that's fortunately waaaaaaay better than what's in the Smart Car.

I still prefer manual myself, I have his exact same car except manual and sedan, but the same engine, colour, and options.

Spork · #**115** Posted **Apr 11, 2013, 6:11 AM**

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Originally Posted by Jebby

Oxymoron.

Haha... well... thought I would minimize the risk of commute frustration on this one. If it were just a weekend/evening driver, I would definitely do manual. But yeah, DKaz hit the nail on the head- steering is great, and the transmission is pretty buttery smooth.

Klazu · #**116** Posted **Apr 18, 2013, 4:04 AM**

I have been driving the BMW X1 for 14 months now and still very happy with it. Small, but sophisticated little crossover SUV.

Spork · #**117** Posted **Apr 18, 2013, 4:24 AM**

Can anybody clue me in on the difference between a crossover and a hatchback? Lower to the ground and smaller wheels?

Klazu · #**118** Posted **Apr 18, 2013, 4:44 AM**

I have no idea, but Wikipedia has some details on that. BMW calls these cars Sports Activity Vehicle (SAV) instead of SUV, so it can be a bit confusing...

mezzanine · #**119** Posted **Apr 27, 2013, 2:38 AM**

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Originally Posted by entheosfog

Cool, I noticed that on vancouverisawesome. There sure are some interesting older vehicles still on the road here, given the relatively small amount of salt they put on the roads in the winter. I notice a lot more Japanese cars from the '80s in great condition (no rust) compared to Alberta, where I grew up.

Do you mean actual JDM vehicles?

http://www.japanoid.com/

My new whip is a 2012 Camry Hybrid. My first hybrid - driving "regularly" it's not hard to get the listed fuel economy (5.8 l/100km). Driving more for a hybrid (i stick with pulse and glide, and feathering the throttle in city driving to stay at ~50-60km/h in EV mode), it's not hard to get 4.8-5 l/100km. I'm even going below 4 for smaller drives with a warm engine.

Was looking at the golf wagon TDI, but worried about reliability and cost of ownership. So far, I'm pretty happy...

Pinion · #**120** Posted **Apr 27, 2013, 9:32 AM**

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Originally Posted by Spork

Can anybody clue me in on the difference between a crossover and a hatchback? Lower to the ground and smaller wheels?

Crossovers are station wagons with new branding.

I swear I saw a new Range Rover on the Stanley Park causeway that was barely bigger than my Mazda 2. This one I think

http://i.imgur.com/fLYb5P8.jpg (apparently only super high res shots of this car are allowed so linking it)
2014 Range Rover Evoque Sport