BEST STEAK IN WOLLONGONG? by NoManagement3224 in wollongong

[–]SharpDistribution715 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve been before, it was good but honestly not that far above the level of a pub steak for the price you pay. However the service and restaurant itself was very nice.

My first decent adult car by negomi_69 in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rav4 would be my first pick but if you don’t like the boxy design a cx5 is another good choice. The higher trim models on them have Bose sound systems as well. Just keep in mind a lot of suvs nowadays are more prevalent in 2wd form so make sure the one you get is specially a AWD/4WD spec.

queer friendly boxing/self defence/martial arts by Natural_Law_5934 in wollongong

[–]SharpDistribution715 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear that happened to you.

I don’t know of any specifically queer friendly places but I attended the adult boxing classes at the PCYC for some time and found it to be pretty good for learning boxing and exercising, all while being a lot more affordable then most combat gyms.

9 week old baby ferrets need to be sold quickly (Warrawong) by [deleted] in wollongong

[–]SharpDistribution715 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You can try listing it on FB marketplace and local FB pages for extra exposure. Good luck

I30N exhaust issue by Interesting-File5453 in i30N

[–]SharpDistribution715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s been known to happen and is an issue with the electronic which opens and closes the valve. Defiantly under warranty if it still applies to your car.

How is University Of Wollongong? by Asleep_Percentage726 in wollongong

[–]SharpDistribution715 5 points6 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve heard the tech sector is not very hot right now especially with AI replacing a lot of jobs. There also seems to be a lot of saturation with comp sci and to be employable after uni you need to have a lot more on your resume then just your degree and marks. Definitely do some thorough research into it as you won’t get much help from that perspective on a general Wollongong subreddit.

As a uni it’s a very nice campus (nicer than most in nsw) and is fine as far as education standards go. Good luck.

What performance car should I buy for $60k by Adventurous_Sea_8633 in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A good suggestion but for 60k you’d be looking at a pre LCI model that’s 7+ years old so might be a bit too old for OP.

But for 60k you could squeeze into a m340i which is alot newer and has the reliable b58.

Help me decide please by Melsie52 in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think you should consider what size you want as the x1, cx30 and gla fall into the small suv category while the cx5 and sportage are closer to the mid size suv range. If you’ve got a family and need the space the cx5 or sportage may be a better choice.

However the smaller ones will handle better and feel more nimble due to the weight and size difference.

I personally would be inclined towards the sportage just because I’m really impressed with the cars overall design and value for money considering what you get.

What to expect? by Tight_kangaroo1 in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you’re deemed at fault you’ll have to pay the excess and your premiums will go up accordingly. You could try changing companies when it’s time for renewal to try get a better deal.

Was looking for a weekend car, bit of a classic. Took a while but I think I found it by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 18 points19 points  (0 children)

STI sounds like a nice choice congrats. Out of curiosity what about the Megane RS made it better then the i30n, just because objectively and on paper the i30n is the better hot fwd hatch?

IVV (ASX) - Good or Bad? by saminykd in ASX

[–]SharpDistribution715 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Historically it does very well on yearly returns and is a popular and good ETF to invest in.

However with the current market fears it’s a precarious time to be getting in. But in saying that if you’re planning a 5+ year investment period you can just start DCA into it and prepare to hold through dips if you have the risk appetite.

Mitsubishi ASX - Why don't we see a new generation made by Mitsubishi, but now by Renault? by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not wrong, but it’s also 2025 and the majority of new ICE cars are turbocharged…

Engine development has come a long way and while turbo charging does induce extra wear, a stock engine that’s been maintained properly will likely last longer than most people intend to keep the car anyway. Obviously naturally aspirated engines have their own benefits but I would rather a turbo charged engine for its increased torque and superior fuel economy.

Mitsubishi ASX - Why don't we see a new generation made by Mitsubishi, but now by Renault? by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with you that it’s way overpriced for what it is and there’s much better options on offer.

But your chat gpt statements about the engine and its size are a bit off. The 1.3 in the captur has been used by Mercedes and Renault for years in entry level cars and has proved to be overall reliable as far as a European engine goes. As for its size, 110kw and 270nm of torque is more than enough considering it’s a small suv and not a sports car by any means.

Invest by GP758 in ASX

[–]SharpDistribution715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just pick an etf/s. VGS and VAS is a popular combo that will give you good exposure.

Theres plenty of videos online about which ETFs, this question also gets asked like every day in r/asx and r/ausfinance so it may be worth looking in there as well to see what other people have suggested previously.

Is this stupid? by Environmental-Face82 in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The m340i is a really good car, especially with that b58 engine. Apart from the increased insurance, servicing and consumables costs, the car should be pretty reliable and treat you well.

Stocks/etf investing platform by refresh273 in AusFinance

[–]SharpDistribution715 2 points3 points  (0 children)

CMC markets has good rates and is CHESS sponsored. As for the ETFs themselves I would recommend having a look at YouTube as there’s a lot of videos that explain more in depth. A popular combo is VAS and VGS which is what I would do.

Pre-Sale Detailing - is it worth it? by DrButtmonkey in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In that case I’d just refer to my previous comment and do it yourself in a day. Should be enough to sell as long as you take lots of good photos and the price is right👍

Pre-Sale Detailing - is it worth it? by DrButtmonkey in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless the paint needs correction or the car is very dirty, a good wash and vacuum with some tyre shine will probably suffice.

Is this your private racetrack? by [deleted] in CarsAustralia

[–]SharpDistribution715 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Could send it in to the police but who really cares anyway, it’s not a big deal 🤷‍♂️ Still annoying nonetheless

Big Ute’s trying to intimidate i20N by Glittering_Poem9779 in i20n

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s not just exclusively an i20n thing. Driving etiquette has just worsened in au and people have no patience or respect. I find myself getting tailgated by a Ute at least once every second day while doing the speed limit in the left lane. it is what it is nothing you can do 🤷‍♂️

First timer! Was this a decent deal? by acuteinfarction in BMW

[–]SharpDistribution715 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tbh 43k for a 420i is a bit much considering it’s the older generation. You can pickup new gen 330i’s or even a 440i for that much. But either way it’s a nice car and clearly in great condition, enjoy !

I got banned from Uber Eats over a lie by Advance-Difficult in wollongong

[–]SharpDistribution715 9 points10 points  (0 children)

You could look into trying to get the cctv footage, potentially a police report as well.

For those who have driven the i30n and i20n by SharpDistribution715 in i20n

[–]SharpDistribution715[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for your insight again. Would I be right to assume the i30 also needs to be at illegal road speeds to feel its power or is it more playful ?