What do you drive?

[GuilleAcoustic]

Mostly driving my feet, I only use my car when absolutly needed. I don't mind walking for an hour, even when it is cold.

My car is a 13 years old Renault Megane II 1.6 16V (110HP) Luxe Privilège:

(pic is for show only, not mine actually)

It only has 100.000 Km, driving less than 8000 Km a year and most of it is during summer vacations.

 

[IntoxicatedPuma]

Does Chengdu Metro Line 1 count as my daily driver? My last car was a 1998 Volvo S70 2.4T but I sold it in 2013 and have been carless sense.

 

[Soul_Est]

Mostly driving my feet, I only use my car when absolutly needed. I don't mind walking for an hour, even when it is cold.

My car is a 13 years old Renault Megane II 1.6 16V (110HP) Luxe Privilège:

(pic is for show only, not mine actually)

It only has 100.000 Km, driving less than 8000 Km a year and most of it is during summer vacations.

I need to get on your level with walking. I am looking for a car but that is due to heavy snow from living near the water.

Does Chengdu Metro Line 1 count as my daily driver? My last car was a 1998 Volvo S70 2.4T but I sold it in 2013 and have been carless sense.

I use public transit most days as well. Otherwise I either get a ride or take a taxi or Uber X.

 

[jeshikat]

Does Chengdu Metro Line 1 count as my daily driver?

If you're the one driving the train then we'll count it

 

[3lfk1ng]

My daily/ track car is a 2004 Volkswagen GTI 2.8L VR6 24v named Kate.
She's built to be 100% street-legal and passes California smog.
I've been modding it with blood, sweat, and tears since 2009.

Spoiler: Mods

(updated: 6/04/2015)
Engine:
- Installed Unitronic Stage 2 ECU flash.
- Installed Eurosport Race CAI w/ ITG foam filter.
- Installed 2.25" Magnaflow Exhaust system (Stainless cat-back).
- Installed VF Engineering Motor mount and replaced poly with solid aluminum bushings.
- Installed DeatschWerks DW65v Fuel Pump.
- Installed Setrab 19-row oil cooler w/ precision Mocal Thermostat.
- Installed Mishimoto high output Aluminum radiator.

Transmission:
- Installed Peloquin Limited Slip Differential w/ ARP hardware.
- Installed Clutchmasters FX850 race clutch.
- Installed HS Tuning metal Thrust Bearing w/ NLS shim to replace the slave cylinder.
- Installed USP Motorsports stainless steel shift-fork for gears 1 and 2.
- Installed USP Motorsports stainless clutch line.
- Installed Dieselgeek Sigma Short Shift kit.
- Installed VF Engineering Transmission mount and replaced poly with solid aluminum bushings from ForceFed Engineering.
- Installed 034 Motorsports billet aluminum Dogbone/Pendulum mount.

Suspension and Handling:
- Installed Bilstein PSS9 dampen adjustable coilovers.
- Installed Dieselgeek Panzer Plate.
- Installed Custom Splitter and Aero.
- Installed Innovative Engineering tubular Control arms with Heim rod ends and protective hats.
- Installed Ground Control Camber plates.
- Installed 28mm Stabila Corsa rear swaybar.
- Installed VF Engineering Front Swaybar endlinks.
- Installed Powerflex Poly steering rack bushing.
- Installed 034 Motorsports Aluminum Subframe bushings.
- Installed 42 Draft Designs lightweight aluminum spacers (15mm for the rear, 10mm for the front).

Braking:
- Installed Stop-Tech stainless brake lines.
- Installed Stop-Tech Trophy big brake kit (328mm).

Body:
- Installed Autopower Rollbar (Race). Heavily modified it into a half cage.
- Installed TRS SCCA Spec. Tow Strap.
- Eurosport Touring Cup Wing.

Interior:
- Installed custom fabricated mounting brackets for seats.
- Installed Recaro Pole Position seats.
- Installed HalGuard Fire extinguisher and mount.
- Installed Schrothe 6-Point racing harnesses.
- Installed NRG Quick release steering wheel adapter and hub.
- Installed 360mm Nardi Classic.
- Installed Stack ST3502 Oil pressure Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3510 Oil temperature Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3508 H20 Temperature Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3515 Fuel level Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST700SR Integrated Race Dash.

Street Wheels and Tires:
- Bronze Volk TE37 5x100 - 17x8" ET38
- 225/45 Michelin Pilot Super Sport.

Track Wheels and Tires:
- Gunmetal Kosei K1 TS 5x100 - 17x8" ET35
- 235/40 Nitto NT01

Misc:
- Installed Euro Image Tuning rear wiper delete.
- Installed 15lb Braille racing battery.
- Installed power-steering radiator.

Weight savings:
- Removed the stock steering wheel.
- Removed the rear seats, rear seat belts, and rear oh shit handles.
- Removed the front seats and front seat belts.
- Removed the front doorcards.
- Removed the glove box.
- Removed the interior carpeting.
- Removed the entire stereo system.
- Removed the AC condenser and compressor.
- Removed the heater core.
- Removed the rear paneling.
- Removed the center console and arm-rest.
- Removed the spare tire.
- Removed the rear windshield wiper and motor.
- Removed the ceiling interior material.
- Removed the side curtain, pillar airbags, steering wheel airbag, and passenger airbag.
- Removed the sound deadening material.
- Removed the RC-car -esque antennae.
- Removed the standard 31lb battery.
- Removed the stock airbox.

Aesthetics:
- Painted the rear emblem matte Black.
- Painted the front grill and emblem matte black.
- Painted the Half cage School Bus Yellow.
- Painted the custom fabricated mounting brackets School Bus Yellow.
- Painted the inside of the car Aviator Grey.
- Painted the side mirror housings alongside the mounting points matte black.

Reliability:
- Stock water-pump replaced with aftermarket waterpump with metal impeller.
- Stock axles replaced with Driveshaft Shop Stage 2.9 500hp rated axles(Front).
- Stock power-steering line replaced with braided stainless.
- Stock 'Crackpipe' replaced with an Gruven Billet Crackpipe.
- Stock hood latch replaced with Aerocatch hood latches.

I think that is all I have done thus far. I will update it as I go.

 

[iFreilicht]

My daily/ track car is a 2004 Volkswagen GTI 2.8L VR6 24v named Kate.
She's built to be 100% street-legal and passes California smog.
I've been modding it with blood, sweat, and tears since 2009.

Spoiler: Mods

(updated: 6/04/2015)
Engine:
- Installed Unitronic Stage 2 ECU flash.
- Installed Eurosport Race CAI w/ ITG foam filter.
- Installed 2.25" Magnaflow Exhaust system (Stainless cat-back).
- Installed VF Engineering Motor mount and replaced poly with solid aluminum bushings.
- Installed DeatschWerks DW65v Fuel Pump.
- Installed Setrab 19-row oil cooler w/ precision Mocal Thermostat.
- Installed Mishimoto high output Aluminum radiator.

Transmission:
- Installed Peloquin Limited Slip Differential w/ ARP hardware.
- Installed Clutchmasters FX850 race clutch.
- Installed HS Tuning metal Thrust Bearing w/ NLS shim to replace the slave cylinder.
- Installed USP Motorsports stainless steel shift-fork for gears 1 and 2.
- Installed USP Motorsports stainless clutch line.
- Installed Dieselgeek Sigma Short Shift kit.
- Installed VF Engineering Transmission mount and replaced poly with solid aluminum bushings from ForceFed Engineering.
- Installed 034 Motorsports billet aluminum Dogbone/Pendulum mount.

Suspension and Handling:
- Installed Bilstein PSS9 dampen adjustable coilovers.
- Installed Dieselgeek Panzer Plate.
- Installed Custom Splitter and Aero.
- Installed Innovative Engineering tubular Control arms with Heim rod ends and protective hats.
- Installed Ground Control Camber plates.
- Installed 28mm Stabila Corsa rear swaybar.
- Installed VF Engineering Front Swaybar endlinks.
- Installed Powerflex Poly steering rack bushing.
- Installed 034 Motorsports Aluminum Subframe bushings.
- Installed 42 Draft Designs lightweight aluminum spacers (15mm for the rear, 10mm for the front).

Braking:
- Installed Stop-Tech stainless brake lines.
- Installed Stop-Tech Trophy big brake kit (328mm).

Body:
- Installed Autopower Rollbar (Race). Heavily modified it into a half cage.
- Installed TRS SCCA Spec. Tow Strap.
- Eurosport Touring Cup Wing.

Interior:
- Installed custom fabricated mounting brackets for seats.
- Installed Recaro Pole Position seats.
- Installed HalGuard Fire extinguisher and mount.
- Installed Schrothe 6-Point racing harnesses.
- Installed NRG Quick release steering wheel adapter and hub.
- Installed 360mm Nardi Classic.
- Installed Stack ST3502 Oil pressure Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3510 Oil temperature Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3508 H20 Temperature Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST3515 Fuel level Gauge.
- Installed Stack ST700SR Integrated Race Dash.

Street Wheels and Tires:
- Bronze Volk TE37 5x100 - 17x8" ET38
- 235/45 Hankook RS-3.

Track Wheels and Tires:
- Gunmetal Kosei K1 TS 5x100 - 17x8" ET35
- 235/40 Nitto NT01

Misc:
- Installed Euro Image Tuning rear wiper delete.
- Installed 15lb Braille racing battery.
- Installed power-steering radiator.

Weight savings:
- Removed the stock steering wheel.
- Removed the rear seats, rear seat belts, and rear oh shit handles.
- Removed the front seats and front seat belts.
- Removed the front doorcards.
- Removed the glove box.
- Removed the interior carpeting.
- Removed the entire stereo system.
- Removed the AC condenser and compressor.
- Removed the heater core.
- Removed the rear paneling.
- Removed the center console and arm-rest.
- Removed the spare tire.
- Removed the rear windshield wiper and motor.
- Removed the ceiling interior material.
- Removed the side curtain, pillar airbags, steering wheel airbag, and passenger airbag.
- Removed the sound deadening material.
- Removed the RC-car -esque antennae.
- Removed the standard 31lb battery.
- Removed the stock airbox.

Aesthetics:
- Painted the rear emblem matte Black.
- Painted the front grill and emblem matte black.
- Painted the Half cage School Bus Yellow.
- Painted the custom fabricated mounting brackets School Bus Yellow.
- Painted the inside of the car Aviator Grey.
- Painted the side mirror housings alongside the mounting points matte black.

Reliability:
- Stock water-pump replaced with aftermarket waterpump with metal impeller.
- Stock axles replaced with Driveshaft Shop Stage 2.9 500hp rated axles(Front).
- Stock power-steering line replaced with braided stainless.
- Stock 'Crackpipe' replaced with an Gruven Billet Crackpipe.
- Stock hood latch replaced with Aerocatch hood latches.

I think that is all I have done thus far. I will update it as I go.

Damn, you're not messing around. Love the license plate

I don't think I could ever mod a car that bad. Not that I wouldn't want to, but if you just crash once, there's so much more lost than just money.

 

[PlayfulPhoenix]

Here's my primary means of locomotion:

That would be a 2015 Nike Dual Fusion, the TR 6 model. It's my daily driver so definitely showing some signs of wear, but the handling (especially at high speeds and in wet conditions) is excellent. I wanted it in black, but the salesman persuaded me to go with a Slate Grey that looks pretty decent.

One complaint - the dual-density soft-core sole suspension system does not soften a ride across bumpy terrain; I actually injured my foot some months ago due to this. I also find the material selection to be a bit stuffy on the interior. But at just six bills (Hamiltons, natch) the value's pretty unbeatable.

 

[Phuncz]

Argh you people and your metropolitan lifestyle ! Even though I love driving cars, I would love to scrap that cost from my life if I could. But my job requires me to be in one of our dozen sites in a radius of about 50km

Nice VW Golf there @3lfk1ng !

 

[EdZ]

CG125, pretty much Generic Bike. Hilariously reliable (I suspect the only thing that would prevent it starting would be to remove the engine), but it can only just barely keep up with modern traffic. Will be replaced once I can get a garage sorted, probably with a shiny new VFR800.

 

[PNP]

The only motorized vehicle I own is a tan 2009 Toyota Corolla with a missing hubcap (stolen during my tenure in ghetto retail, not replaced because it helps the vehicle blend in the poor neighborhoods that I frequent). Might post pictures later but it looks just like every other 10th generation Corolla built on the E140/150 platform.

Yes, it's boring. The Nissan ZX70 I sometimes operate feels livelier. But to me, the short wheelbase and fuel economy are worth it.

Despite being built during a time when Toyota stopped caring about QA due to the fall of the Big Four, it's put up with my abuse reasonably well. Its age is starting to show though. Radiator hoses are soon to be EOSL and the factory water pump decided to pump water somewhere else (which took out the alternator too).

Time to start looking for an upgrade...

 

[EdZ]

probably with a shiny new VFR800

OK, so not new. Still shiny.

Exhaust needs to go back to OEM, what for not waking everybody up at silly-o-clock in the morning.

 

[zovc]

I currently drive a 2014 RAV4 that my dad has helped me tremendously with. At this point it's pretty much paid off, just a few more months.

I'm considering trading it for a hybrid--I'd like to get an electric vehicle, but I do lots of long-range driving for work and (South) Louisiana does not have a very well established grid for recharging. For a little while I was considering getting an electric motorcycle, but I enjoy too much the creature comforts of enclosed vehicles.

I need to do a lot more homework, but I'm also considering 'thrifting' an old van-style vehicle and tricking it out into a camper. Possibly to live the van dwelling lifestyle, but more likely to just use as a mobile vacation base. Of course, my idea of 'tricking it out' includes unlimited access to reliable network data and a computer system that's able to be reliably run off of solar.

 

[Runamok81]

Currently enjoying a Lexus GS 350.

This is an F-Sport model. So it comes from the factory with forged rims and big brake kit. Unique options on this one include heads up display, dynamic rear wheel steering, and - my favorite - the Mark Levinson audio package which has got to be one of the best 17 speaker audio systems I've ever experienced. Audio bliss.

Modification include a slim JL subwoofer self-install.

The install has a few personal touches. First is a hidden remote-level knob for fine-tuned adjustments

The other is universal wiring "quick disconnects" so the sub can be quickly pulled from trunk for more room.

Other things include custom AEM air intake, wider tires, and some custom courtesy light projectors. Everything was self-designed and installed.

Next mods will be smart phone mirroring system and possibly some caliper paint. It's not a track car, but it always makes me smile. Wonderful build quality. Owned it two years and it's been trouble free, low maintenance. It is smooth and powerful on the highways and - in a very un-lexus like way - it is nimble, fun, and balanced in the twisties.

 

[sergiiua]

Toyota GT86
Really SFF car

 

[Josh | NFC]

The real question:

What do y'all ride?

 

[Soul_Est]

The real question:

What do y'all ride?

Public transit.

 

[Phuncz]

The real question:

What do y'all ride?

A horsey ?

Currently enjoying a Lexus GS 350.

Very nice car, I don't see these that often in my part of the world (usualy IS-series) mostly due to the German premium car dominance.

Toyota GT86
Really SFF car

I'd like one of these as my next car, these are amazing to drive.

 

[Soul_Est]

Toyota GT86
Really SFF car

Test drove one and loved it. Can't afford it though.

 

[IntoxicatedPuma]

Chengdu Metro Line 1, or bus 4A. Although lately i have been driving a VW Sagitar 1.6L AT, not mine though.

 

[Runamok81]

Very nice car, I don't see these that often in my part of the world (usualy IS-series) mostly due to the German premium car dominance.

Yeah, the larger saloons fare better in the states.

[/OPINION] Yes, I too think the Germans have the edge in premium car category. But these new Lexus are making them sweat. It's not sexy to talk about, but the 250% higher maintenance cost of German badges make the Japanese badges the responsible choice. Of course, that kinda talk has no place in a car thread![/OPINION]

@sergiiua Love the 86! What a fun car!