Inability to enjoy new cars..

[1988montecarloss]

Have you driven a muscle car? They suck to drive.

even in a straight line where they are supposed to be legendary, are pretty damn slow in comparison with a chipped 335i, or even a 80's supra with a boost controller.

bone stock most of the old "muscle cars" were pretty slow turds, ill give you that. but who leaves one stock other than the old grampies that keep them in a climate controlled garage?


i know mine wasnt stock

[Rob&co]

After driving a handful of new/newer cars, I have a hard time finding the desire to purchase anything newer than 2005.

I guess it's just my personal preference.

just noticed that both of your cars are 98's lol!

[MommysLittleMonster]

After driving a handful of new/newer cars, I have a hard time finding the desire to purchase anything newer than 2005.

I guess it's just my personal preference.

[Rob&co]

NEW CAR PROBS..... FOR ALL STANCERS BEWARE!

Some require full coverage (if purchased on credit)

Full Coverage = wallet rape

Car Payments.

Higher registration fees

Cost of "non warranty items"

Warranty VOIDS (all the shit we do would void!)

I can go for days but







New cars suck. Sure I might not be able to afford one now.... But I have plenty friends with e90's e92's e46m the new 135 I also drove.... My other buddy has a e55 all great cars but would I put my self in a hole just to feel good about my self! NOPE! And Shea is right it seems that newer cars drive them selfs.... I actually like the slight wheel vibration on 80+ mph in my 27 year old car! And I like the fact that I see my engine when I open up my hood. I like changing my own oil w no reset bs involved in the cars comp. Like dealer crap! I also like that I can change my own oil for under 40 Bucks and takes about 20 min only..... Try removing plastic bs for 20mins just to get to your filter! LOL



And cheaper parts are a plus... Used/refurbished parts are even a bigger plus! I just like the feel of older cars.....






Now my car has a fresh rebuild and actually moves.....With that being said I have a pretty functional older car that I do truly love.... I don't know I just love pulling out a Dipstick to check my oil less shit to fail in the long run!







Lets see that plastic car of yours make it to 300K!

[jdel]

My only gripe with new cars is price. It seems like everything is inflated for what you get.

[Anonymoose]

This. I've owned a few and still own a 70 Cougar with a built 351c. It takes way too much money in suspension to make them handle well. I'm not saying it isn't worth it... In a straight line though mine is fun, but it isn't a stock car. Either way I have a blast driving it.



I totally agree with that. Especially when every old man in town stops you to tell you about when he had one growing up.

I've owned so many different kinds of cars that I feel like I can say this... You all are arguing about hamburgers and hot dogs here. People are going to feel different ways about driving different cars. Some more closed minded than others, but it comes down to opinion and personal preferences. The argument that old cars are better just because they are old and have character though? Come on now... I can see that maybe when comparing a classic Ferrari to a new Kia, but not every new car should be written off as a loss just because you've driven one or two and you didn't feel "connected". The joy I get from driving my old ass Mercedes is cool and all, but then I hop in my FRS it's one of the best handling cars I've ever driven. It's an absolute blast to drive and 10x more fun than any 240 or old muscle car I've ever owned. But hey, that's my opinion. I'll forever love the style of old classics over most new cars, but no reason to bash on new cars because they are more advanced than what you drive. That's like saying I **** super models because my girlfriend has hair in her back fat rolls...

Up side is "find a fold and..."

[aLaFleur]

Have you driven a muscle car? They suck to drive.

even in a straight line where they are supposed to be legendary, are pretty damn slow in comparison with a chipped 335i, or even a 80's supra with a boost controller.

This. I've owned a few and still own a 70 Cougar with a built 351c. It takes way too much money in suspension to make them handle well. I'm not saying it isn't worth it... In a straight line though mine is fun, but it isn't a stock car. Either way I have a blast driving it.

You're crazy if you don't think muscle cars are fun to drive. Yeah they suck if you're trying to go fast and take turns, but they are fun as fuck to drive around town! Plus you just feel cool.

I totally agree with that. Especially when every old man in town stops you to tell you about when he had one growing up.

I've owned so many different kinds of cars that I feel like I can say this... You all are arguing about hamburgers and hot dogs here. People are going to feel different ways about driving different cars. Some more closed minded than others, but it comes down to opinion and personal preferences. The argument that old cars are better just because they are old and have character though? Come on now... I can see that maybe when comparing a classic Ferrari to a new Kia, but not every new car should be written off as a loss just because you've driven one or two and you didn't feel "connected". The joy I get from driving my old ass Mercedes is cool and all, but then I hop in my FRS it's one of the best handling cars I've ever driven. It's an absolute blast to drive and 10x more fun than any 240 or old muscle car I've ever owned. But hey, that's my opinion. I'll forever love the style of old classics over most new cars, but no reason to bash on new cars because they are more advanced than what you drive. That's like saying I **** super models because my girlfriend has hair in her back fat rolls...

[ShwnPtrck]

I would have said that five years ago or more, but after the new Beetle came out and the Dart, they both drive smooth. And the new beetle looks nice and the dart, is just a bit different...between that, theres very few cars id say id own

[Anonymoose]

I really like the GT86/FRS/BRZ and am not usually a fan of new cars. Will be keen on an Nissan S16 but I'm afraid they'll do something similar to the 86 route like a few of the other manufacturers..

86


Jag


There's a couple more but I forget who

[Ollie]

60s and 70s muscle cars suck to drive. Driven several making upwards of 700+ and yeah it was fun to mash the go pedal. But you cant see shit out the front or rear to well and turning them pssh forget it.

You're crazy if you don't think muscle cars are fun to drive. Yeah they suck if you're trying to go fast and take turns, but they are fun as fuck to drive around town! Plus you just feel cool.

[Kielan]

oppose to a big plastic rub-rail sitting right near the heart of the engine.

The M62TU has plastic timing chain guides..

As did the M62 in general.

[mrg7243]

Have you driven a muscle car? They suck to drive.

even in a straight line where they are supposed to be legendary, are pretty damn slow in comparison with a chipped 335i, or even a 80's supra with a boost controller.

60s and 70s muscle cars suck to drive. Driven several making upwards of 700+ and yeah it was fun to mash the go pedal. But you cant see shit out the front or rear to well and turning them pssh forget it. The only way I really want an old school muscle car would be do re chassis it. IRS rear, tubular front, ect. If not then it would be a highway cruiser

I wish my GN had the suspension setup from the GNX, car doesnt handle terrible but needs some work. I personally feel for 80's cars the GN takes the spot for speed. with about 1000$-$1500 I will be in the low 11's.

[FunkyWagon]

little plastic caps

oppose to a big plastic rub-rail sitting right near the heart of the engine.

[devon.818]

BMW has been doing this for a long time..

like since the 80's lmao.
there's little plastic caps on every e30's cylinder head.

[Rebounder]

ignorance and ego abound! I can like both. depends on the car.