Car opinions please! - Page 4

RedRoseSAI · #46 03-02-2006, 11:05 PM

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Originally posted by HotDamnImAPhiMu
Volvo is originally Swedish, but Ford bought Volvo in 1999. Fiat and VW both wanted it, but Ford got it.

Yeah, but they're still built and designed in Europe - Mr RedRose's was built Belgium.

AGDee · #47 03-02-2006, 11:36 PM

I thought about this thread today as I was driving to work. I have a '99 Cavalier which has 115,000 miles on it. To date, I still have two of the original tires, original spark plugs, original muffler, original .. almost everything, except the body. BUT, that wasn't the car's fault, it was the fault of the viaduct that jumped in front of me that day when there was black ice. My point though, is that I haven't done any major repairs to this car except to replace the rack (of rack and pinion steering) and that was due to awful potholes in this state, not the fault of the car. After going through about 3 feet of water once, I did have to replace the main seal, but it was under warranty still. I also had a problem with the drives side automatic window while it was under warranty. All the warranty work was done well though. I'm really really lucky that my car is so great. I've replaced expected things like filters and brakes, but those things are supposed to replaced (as are tires and spark plugs!).

This is the third GM car I've had that has been this great to me. There is something though that Detroiters know that I don't know if the rest of the country knows... NEVER buy a car made on a Monday or Friday. The date that the car was made is on a sticker on the inside of the door (like when the car door is open, the part you see then, where the latch is). If you're buying a car off the lot, find one built on T, W, or Th. Following this rule may be why I've always had great performance and endurance from my GMs.

texas*princess · #48 03-02-2006, 11:40 PM

I actually have a Cavalier.. and this is what I'm trying to get out of. It's a nice car, but lately it has been driving me bonkers. It's a '03 (I think? it was the last year they made them) and lately I'm beginning to feel it's kind of sketchy.

Plus I want something sporty

Its been a good car to me for the most part...

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Originally posted by AGDee
I thought about this thread today as I was driving to work. I have a '99 Cavalier which has 115,000 miles on it. To date, I still have two of the original tires, original spark plugs, original muffler, original .. almost everything, except the body. BUT, that wasn't the car's fault, it was the fault of the viaduct that jumped in front of me that day when there was black ice. My point though, is that I haven't done any major repairs to this car except to replace the rack (of rack and pinion steering) and that was due to awful potholes in this state, not the fault of the car. After going through about 3 feet of water once, I did have to replace the main seal, but it was under warranty still. I also had a problem with the drives side automatic window while it was under warranty. All the warranty work was done well though. I'm really really lucky that my car is so great. I've replaced expected things like filters and brakes, but those things are supposed to replaced (as are tires and spark plugs!).

This is the third GM car I've had that has been this great to me. There is something though that Detroiters know that I don't know if the rest of the country knows... NEVER buy a car made on a Monday or Friday. The date that the car was made is on a sticker on the inside of the door (like when the car door is open, the part you see then, where the latch is). If you're buying a car off the lot, find one built on T, W, or Th. Following this rule may be why I've always had great performance and endurance from my GMs.

georgewallace3 · #49 03-02-2006, 11:46 PM

Just got an '07 Tahoe LTZ (formerly Z71). Badass, can't go wrong with Chevy Tahoe.

Rudey · #50 03-03-2006, 01:12 AM

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Originally posted by RedRoseSAI
Yeah, but they're still built and designed in Europe - Mr RedRose's was built Belgium.

Maybe that's why they are plagued with quality control problems, expecially the S40. And the designs have only lately become any better. Previous to that, they looked like ugly boxes (sorry KR and phi mu).

-Rudey

Rudey · #51 03-03-2006, 01:15 AM

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Originally posted by HotDamnImAPhiMu
Well, Sven's extended family would be in Sweden, seeing as Volvo Corp only sold their Cars division (they make trucks, marine equipment, etc. too.)

Plus, I think Rudey's asian, so that just wouldn't fit.

What color is Sven?

I hope you're kidding. Please tell me you're kidding. Fricking Bobby is Asian.

-Rudey

Rudey · #52 03-03-2006, 01:21 AM

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Originally posted by Tom Earp
Is there a truely American or Non American car?

Hell My Honda comes from Ohio, Toyota comes from at least one plant in Tenn. Mazda one Model is built in Ford Plant in KC Metro, and on and on!

Actually some of the finest looking cars designs are by Mitchabishi(SIC) and Nissan.

Most cars look so much alike that they are not any damn different.

Some are going back to retro cars of The Good Old Days, Dodge Chargers and Mustangs for a couple.

My 6 year old Honda Accord does Me fine. Of course only have 40,000 miles on it!!!!

http://www.autabuy.com/Photos/32286_...0_Original.jpg

It's not mine, but close enough. And it's got less than 2,000 miles on it lol

-Rudey

BobbyTheDon · #53 03-03-2006, 01:23 AM

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Originally posted by Rudey
I hope you're kidding. Please tell me you're kidding. Fricking Bobby is Asian.

-Rudey

What are you talking about. I'm a white girl.

HotDamnImAPhiMu · #54 03-03-2006, 08:07 AM

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Originally posted by Rudey
Previous to that, they looked like ugly boxes

That's just ignorant. It's a classic, aerodynamic design.

Rudey, there's nothing wrong with being Asian. Are your parents pressuring you to marry a girl from Back Home?

RedRoseSAI · #55 03-03-2006, 10:38 AM

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Originally posted by Rudey
Maybe that's why they are plagued with quality control problems

His 2001 S60 has been just fine.

Rudey · #56 03-03-2006, 12:23 PM

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Originally posted by HotDamnImAPhiMu
That's just ignorant. It's a classic, aerodynamic design.

Rudey, there's nothing wrong with being Asian. Are your parents pressuring you to marry a girl from Back Home?

I hate you. You are the worst. Actually, no, you are mung.

-Rudey

HotDamnImAPhiMu · #57 03-03-2006, 12:38 PM

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Originally posted by Rudey
I hate you. You are the worst. Actually, no, you are mung.

-Rudey

You're mad because you're Samoan.

Tom Earp · #58 03-04-2006, 10:46 PM

OMG, dont tell Me Rudey is truel and realy a Samo and living in Chicago as a WASP!

Rudey, You never told Me or Us!

Wow, I have a new respect now!

texas*princess · #59 05-07-2006, 06:25 PM

I saw the cutest VW Beetle convertible today... anyone have any good or bad experiences with those?

RedRoseSAI · #60 05-07-2006, 06:37 PM

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Originally posted by texas*princess
I saw the cutest VW Beetle convertible today... anyone have any good or bad experiences with those?

One of my sisters from college has had a lot of problems with hers. Mostly electrical, I believe.