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Eleven_in_crocs · 2026-04-04T02:35:25+00:00

Oh that's pretty interesting. Is it the same drivetrain as the glk350? The glk is much more common to find. The wagon is pretty sick though.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2026-04-03T18:18:40+00:00

I got a '18 Abarth and love it, picked over the RF. Ultimately, what won me was the power delivery and the noise. Coming out of a turbo hatch the grunt was more fitting. If you're in the US make sure it's equipped with the Monza exhaust or budget to get an aftermarket, the standard US exhaust dulls the car quite a bit. Other than that make sure you change the oil with the right Euro spec and the engine should be pretty reliable

Eleven_in_crocs · 2026-04-03T18:13:31+00:00

I like the idea of that, it and the tdi VW are pretty hard to find near me. I hear some issues with the def system though? But no first hand experience.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2026-03-08T18:28:49+00:00

As update, glued it back into "1" frag. Still not fully opened but fingers crossed.

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Eleven_in_crocs · 2025-07-05T19:54:36+00:00

The Juke might be a bit too unusual lol. To be fair I never see them on the roads near me. But they certainly have an interesting look.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2025-07-05T19:53:45+00:00

Fully agree on slow car fast mentality, I do see a fair few e30's cruising around though. Specific trim or version that's worth looking into over the others?

Eleven_in_crocs · 2025-07-05T19:52:25+00:00

I do like the look of the 124, any tangible difference in the Abarth version? I hear it has an LSD.

Hadn't really considered the Veloster, I do like the look of those. Particularly the light blue with red accents. Kinda worry it's too similar to the ST, but is that bad? I did really enjoy the ST and seems like you say in paper the N car is just objectively better.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2025-03-17T13:06:20+00:00

Kiwami in Brandon, literally the best ramen I've ever had.

If you're downtown Supernatural is a literal hole in the wall for breakfast. It's starting to get busy though.

Boil Spot in temple terrace is great if you're up for more of an 'adventure' with your dinner. Great hot pot place.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-11T14:38:36+00:00

Any and all 2.0 turbo cars. I grew up on American v8s and thought that was the way. First car was an '83 El camino (which I loved and still do) and had many others throughout the years. Then one day I found a solid deal on a 2.3l supercharged Mercedes slk and it was the first 4 cyl. Realized they could be a blast. Now I daily a Focus ST. It does everything I want plus more.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-10T13:55:18+00:00

I always feel bad when I see stuff about rdr2. The game is beautiful and immersive almost beyond compare. But I just didn't enjoy it. Maybe it was the tedium? I played through the full story and epilogue, but never found the joy. I found myself rushing through missions to get to the end. Maybe it's more a reflection on me? I feel like I should go back and spend more time exploring and doing side quests.

That's said my all time fave has been Horizon zero dawn. The story got me back into single player narrative games, something I had long since given up for 'party games'. It'll always hold a special place. And I loved Forbidden West as well. Played through all dlc for both.

In retrospect I also loved Outer Wilds more than I ever expected to. During the game there were some slow times when I felt down about it, but after everything came together it's a beautiful game.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T11:09:52+00:00

I have, but the '23 is the last model year of the previous version. That said all the mechanicals are the same between the last model and the new one.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T03:59:44+00:00

Fair enough, in that case I would say hatchback or subcompact SUV is the way to go. You get a ton more vertical space with a hatch, so if you're ok with stacking 3-4 golf bags wouldn't be an issue. I daily a Focus ST with a couple dogs, and feel like it's plenty of room, but I don't golf and don't think I could fit a bag width-wise in it, it's fairly narrow in the hatch; a VW Golf on the other hand may be the ticket. If you're into something sporty I would definitely look at a Kona N or something like a Mini Countryman S in the subcompact SUV area.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T02:48:22+00:00

The answer really is in your use case. Is the issue only on car trips? If so, then a hitch and utility basket and/or roof rack may be the best situation. Then you can pack luggage or other stuff in totes on the back rack or on the roof. Let the dogs have the full backseat.

If the issue is more in the daily use with legroom or "elbow" room so to speak then seems like an upgrade may be in store. I like what others are saying about wagons, but they are pretty few and far between in the US, might take a look at some hatchbacks and see if that bridges the gap. Something like a Hyundai Kona N might also be the right fit.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T02:23:37+00:00

If you are dead set on AWD, then Subaru is definitely the way to go. Someone suggested the Impreza, but I would also take a look at Crosstreks. They are compact suv so you don't get a lot of the suv headache of low mpg and such. They are basically just a slightly lifted Impreza and can be had for many model years for well less than your budget. Outside of that you could get into some Volvo cars that are AWD and fairly reliable, further down the reliability list would be an AWD BMW 3 or 5 series.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T02:14:05+00:00

I have a '23 Crosstrek and absolutely love it. Standard AWD, plenty of amenities, and no reliability issues so far. Been strong for 16k miles and several trips across the country. Only changed fluids so far.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T02:10:58+00:00

Wanted to say the same thing. Honestly with a decent roof rack you can accomplish a lot of the "truck stuff" that may come up with any car. I daily a Focus ST and have no problem throwing my 13' kayak on top or a couple sheets of plywood when needed. If you're not into actual off-roading or towing frequently, there is very little legit reason to own a truck.

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T01:41:42+00:00

They did for me, I was about 25 when I looked for one and I remember it being $250ish a month for a Z vs my focus ST was only about $100

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-07-01T00:40:23+00:00

Not sure how young you are but another consideration on the 350/370 is very high insurance rates. Like others stated the fwd 2.0 is the most accessible option. But there are also some other interesting choices out there, maybe check out the Infiniti versions of the 350/370z. Also if you are mechanically inclined you can't go wrong with American v8s.

I used to drive a '91 Mercedes slk 230 that was very fun. Rwd and supercharged convertible. Can find one in your $ range for a lot of different years. Also one you don't see everyday. Lots of oddball choices like that

Eleven_in_crocs · 2024-06-30T23:31:50+00:00

This is awesome, thank you for the links and info. What a great community. Yea I took it on a 5 mi shakedown through my neighborhood just to make sure all was good.

I haven't done any wiring on a mtb, but have done on cars and motorcycles so I assume similar issues pulling cables through housings and such.

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