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Scotty · 05-01-2003, 06:03 AM

One of each please.

I all depends on what I need for a specific task, I just can't pick one.

We have a truck and a sedan, it is the best compromise for needed tasks.

-Scott

godfry n. glad · 05-01-2003, 06:55 AM

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Originally posted by Worldtraveler
Preferred mode of commuting is 2 wheels, gimme a motorcycle any day! They outperform just about every car on the raod, and STILL get better mileage!

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Hey, I understand. When it comes to fuel efficiency, a motorbike is difficult to beat. The problem is not the bike, but the other idiots on the road. And now, with all the cellphone-using drivers, it's even more dangerous.

My advice for motorcyclists: Make sure you wear a helmet and that your organ donor card is filled out and up to date.

godfry

mongrel · 05-01-2003, 07:51 AM

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Originally posted by godfry n. glad
Hey, I understand. When it comes to fuel efficiency, a motorbike is difficult to beat.

godfry

Heh, I've had a couple of bikes that use more fuel than most of the cars I've had. They were quite extreme, power(read- fun)-wise, though...

Aravnah Ornan · 05-01-2003, 08:19 AM

Sedan. I used to like convertibles, but leaving a convertible parked in D.C. is just asking for trouble.

mikester · 05-01-2003, 09:41 AM

small(ish) in size, good and powerful engine (gives it 'kick'), and a comfy driver's seat for me.

that's all i need.

at the moment, i own a small blue 1991 ford escort hatchback. its very small, very light, and very speedy. i love driving it because its manual, and you can feel the engine rev up. its so fun and spunky i hate driving anything else.

I ate Pascal's Wafer · 05-01-2003, 12:11 PM

Motorcycles here! They're fun, have superior visibility (I can see, just can't be seen

), great gas mileage, and can outperform most cars on the road.

Mmm...I loves my bike....

-Nick

Trecker · 05-01-2003, 02:57 PM

I primarily drive a rag top, 4WD '93 Geo Tracker. What I really like about it is the minimal nature of it, sort of like the old VW Bugs I drove back in the 70s. Just a basic, underpowered, no frills way of getting where I want to go.

What I really don't like about it is that it is a poor excuse for a 4WD. The wheel base is so short that its performance is limited in snow and a good puddle in a rain storm can send you off the highway.

Badfish · 05-01-2003, 11:11 PM

Definetly in love with this one! Maybe '71 is "The One", not much different than the '70 but has dual headlights. Schweeeet!

Anachronix · 05-02-2003, 08:23 AM

Australia is currently undergoing a rather large-scale war between the old-school V8 musclecar people, and the current crop of imported high-tech turbocharged Japanese sports cars.

Me, I like them both. There's not much that sounds as good as the rumble of a lumpy-cammed V8, but then again the scream of an external wastegate venting to atmosphere on a full-house Toyota Supra at 8000rpm is aural heaven as well.

That being said, the primal bark and snarl of an Audi 6.0 V12 slotted in the back of a Lamborghini is automotive nirvana.

abe smith · 05-02-2003, 08:49 AM

is the public transport system BUS, which is owned,maintained, driven, gassed, insured, registered & everything-else required, by the local Bus company; who charge me roughly THIRTY-SIX CENTS A DAY for my month's pass, to ride as often as I like to any place in the enormous local area. Not to mention that its floorshow is absolutely free of charge and I can watch/collect it undistracted by the responsibility of operating the vehicle.

View Poll Results: What type of motor vehicle do you prefer?
Coupe/Sports Car	34	31.19%
Convertible	8	7.34%
Sedan	22	20.18%
Hatchback	9	8.26%
Wagon	4	3.67%
SUV	9	8.26%
Truck	8	7.34%
Van	1	0.92%
Crossover Vehicle (cross between wagon & SUV)	1	0.92%
Motorcycle	13	11.93%
Voters: 109. You may not vote on this poll

05-02-2003, 08:49 AM	#40
abe smith Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: springfield, MA. USA Posts: 2,482	My favorite vehicle is the public transport system BUS, which is owned,maintained, driven, gassed, insured, registered & everything-else required, by the local Bus company; who charge me roughly THIRTY-SIX CENTS A DAY for my month's pass, to ride as often as I like to any place in the enormous local area. Not to mention that its floorshow is absolutely free of charge and I can watch/collect it undistracted by the responsibility of operating the vehicle.

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05-01-2003, 06:03 AM	#31
Scotty Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: OutBound Posts: 804	One of each please. I all depends on what I need for a specific task, I just can't pick one. We have a truck and a sedan, it is the best compromise for needed tasks. -Scott

05-01-2003, 08:19 AM	#34
Aravnah Ornan Veteran Member Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Alexandria, VA, Faith-Based States of Jesusland Posts: 1,794	Sedan. I used to like convertibles, but leaving a convertible parked in D.C. is just asking for trouble.

05-01-2003, 09:41 AM	#35
mikester Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Edinburgh, Scotland Posts: 813	small(ish) in size, good and powerful engine (gives it 'kick'), and a comfy driver's seat for me. that's all i need. at the moment, i own a small blue 1991 ford escort hatchback. its very small, very light, and very speedy. i love driving it because its manual, and you can feel the engine rev up. its so fun and spunky i hate driving anything else.

05-01-2003, 12:11 PM	#36
I ate Pascal's Wafer Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Florida Posts: 1,460	Motorcycles here! They're fun, have superior visibility (I can see, just can't be seen ), great gas mileage, and can outperform most cars on the road. Mmm...I loves my bike.... -Nick

05-01-2003, 02:57 PM	#37
Trecker Regular Member Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: New Hampshire Posts: 239	I primarily drive a rag top, 4WD '93 Geo Tracker. What I really like about it is the minimal nature of it, sort of like the old VW Bugs I drove back in the 70s. Just a basic, underpowered, no frills way of getting where I want to go. What I really don't like about it is that it is a poor excuse for a 4WD. The wheel base is so short that its performance is limited in snow and a good puddle in a rain storm can send you off the highway.

05-01-2003, 11:11 PM	#38
Badfish Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Death Valley, CA Posts: 1,738	Definetly in love with this one! Maybe '71 is "The One", not much different than the '70 but has dual headlights. Schweeeet!

05-02-2003, 08:23 AM	#39
Anachronix Regular Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Adelaide, Australia Posts: 112	Australia is currently undergoing a rather large-scale war between the old-school V8 musclecar people, and the current crop of imported high-tech turbocharged Japanese sports cars. Me, I like them both. There's not much that sounds as good as the rumble of a lumpy-cammed V8, but then again the scream of an external wastegate venting to atmosphere on a full-house Toyota Supra at 8000rpm is aural heaven as well. That being said, the primal bark and snarl of an Audi 6.0 V12 slotted in the back of a Lamborghini is automotive nirvana.

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