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Old 10-06-2012, 04:36 PM
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Old 10-06-2012, 05:06 PM
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Cant believe Im pissed at member for buying a Bentley
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Old 10-06-2012, 05:21 PM
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^haha

i dunno why, but over here i use the "thanks" button as a like button instead haha
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Old 10-06-2012, 05:26 PM
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Same.
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Old 10-06-2012, 05:30 PM
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And I dont even have a FB account
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dunno where else to put this, but...

this is funny, sucks for the dude though haha. I'd be pissed.
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Old 10-06-2012, 05:42 PM
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Almost as bad as this:



A watermain broke in winter. Fun stuff.
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damn....gladi never have to deal with that haha
Old 10-06-2012, 06:56 PM
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^

I wonder if there would be any damage on the paint if you just let it melt...

Finally got around to clearing up my headlights today, with headlight clearer *coughspeeddemoncough*
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yea i was just gonna post too the effects of the wd40 seems to have worn off a ltl, not as bad as before but not as good as it was. No money!!
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It's ten bucks!
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No winter in Miami
Old 10-06-2012, 09:58 PM
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Originally Posted by dreem1er
No winter in Miami
I miss going down there a lot
Old 10-07-2012, 01:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Aman
It's ten bucks!
look at my net worth and its currently hovering around -20k

10 bucks is a lot!
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Saw this on the way home tonight...well, not THIS car...but, 3.5 CSi. Mein Gott...

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Beautiful car.
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Porsche released a video of its 911 Carrera S lapping the Nürburgring last month, and with a time of 7:37.9, the quintessential sports coupe continues to impress. With Timo Kluck behind the wheel, this Carrera S posted better times around the 'Ring than the 997 911 Turbo and, according to PorscheBoost, it even knocked a full two seconds off the time the Carrera S recorded last year.

The run took place on August 28, but Porsche only published the video this week. After checking recorded lap times posted on Wikipedia, the 911's run was faster than independent tests of the Lexus LFA, Chevrolet Corvette ZR1, Nissan GT-R and Ferrari 458 Italia (which all posted times of 7:38). That's good company if you ask us.
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Nissan is claiming Porsche tuned the car on unicorn jizz to eek out some more power. They are adamant that the GT-R is still the king of the 'Ring. They plan on returning next month with the all new 2014 GT-R Nismo Super GT3 Spec-V.
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The GT-R is almost 800 pounds heavier than a 991
Old 10-07-2012, 04:51 PM
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The joke.























You.
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The joke.









Your Sky-on.
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Originally Posted by civicdrivr
Nissan is claiming Porsche tuned the car on unicorn jizz to eek out some more power. They are adamant that the GT-R is still the king of the 'Ring. They plan on returning next month with the all new 2014 GT-R Nismo Super GT3 Spec-V Superleggera Nurburgring edition.
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I hope James May reviews the new GT-R Spec-V Nurburgring Edition.
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Unicorn jizz, huh?
Old 10-07-2012, 11:40 PM
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
The joke.

Your Sky-on.


I was referring to the Nissan/Porsche "feud" from a few years ago. I think Porsche was saying Nissan cheated,

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Unicorn jizz, huh?
Its like jet fuel.
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decided to drive 65mph on the fwy today haha, to have better mpg. Currently I'm averaging 19.53 since this past april and thats mostly fwy.... so bad.
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Originally Posted by speedemon90
decided to drive 65mph on the fwy today haha, to have better mpg. Currently I'm averaging 19.53 since this past april and thats mostly fwy.... so bad.
New plugs, Air filter, fuel filter maybe?
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Would any of you buy a newer 2010+ VW based on their reliability history?

I've always itched for GTI.

I've grown tired of my MS3, so I'm considering a newer GTI or Golf TDI.
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Spotted this nice Diablo this morning. I've seen him around in the area.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rphilman1/8066987590/
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Maker, what's your budget?
I want to stay under 13k. My wife is pretty set on the another Trailblazer. You saw the pictures. It can defiantly take a hit. I liked it as well. Good size for her and plenty of room. I get a good hook up through work. I actually paid the same amount 3 years ago as the insurance is giving me back.
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Originally Posted by crazyasiantl
Would any of you buy a newer 2010+ VW based on their reliability history?

I've always itched for GTI.

I've grown tired of my MS3, so I'm considering a newer GTI or Golf TDI.
I hate GTI's. They are so played out around here.
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I have a 2009 VW Jetta wagon with 62000 miles. No problems other than I hate the 2.5L five cylinder. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a Mk6.
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I love GTIs, I don't think anybody in town has one. That's how its been with all my cars..nobody had a modded 2G, nobody has a MS3, and nobody has a newer GTI or golf.

I want the GTI for a somewhat fun car still, but I'm considering the Golf TDI just because I drive so much. Its mileage may have some benefit.
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I would say you would be at least 10mpg to the good on the diesel on the highway.

Sounds like $60 a month with the miles you do.

Keep in mind the Golf TDI is essentially a GTD which is sort of a diesel GTI. The Jetta isn't/wasn't.
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Originally Posted by charliemike
I would say you would be at least 10mpg to the good on the diesel on the highway.

Sounds like $60 a month with the miles you do.

Keep in mind the Golf TDI is essentially a GTD which is sort of a diesel GTI. The Jetta isn't/wasn't.
According to R&T, VW is considering bringing the actual GTD to the States.
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According to R&T, VW is considering bringing the actual GTD to the States.
I saw that. I think they should. With the 170hp engine
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Originally Posted by charliemike
New plugs, Air filter, fuel filter maybe?
done, done, and no.... My thinking is i drive in D4 in the city and sometimes thats driving 45-55 which could drop to fifth gear. Probably has something to do with it. My city mpg is really low.
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Would any of you buy a newer 2010+ VW based on their reliability history?

I've always itched for GTI.

I've grown tired of my MS3, so I'm considering a newer GTI or Golf TDI.
I think i would trust VW more now. Not saying that expect it to be honda. But it's for sure not the old VW and I wouldnt mind buying one.


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