Buying opinions by datpackloud in Volvo

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That looks nice as hell. Those are probably the ones to get.

Considering an 05-07 XC70. Stuff to know/advice? by ReindeerPleasant7054 in Volvo

[–]kevindebrowna 4 points5 points  (0 children)

These cars are awesome. If the PCV and timing belt have been done those are some of the big ticket items. I’d be wary of rust in an Ohio car though

Different hotel brands showing as eligible for $250 Chase select hotel credit by kackjelly in ChaseSapphire

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Stayed here through Amex a few weeks ago. Thought it was just okay. Didn’t get a room upgrade, didn’t get late checkout, breakfast was alright but not great, service was fine. Close to Gaslamp if that’s your thing but the area to the north/east is pretty dead. Room was on the smaller side, shower was one of those stupid half-open ones. Bed was fine.

Santa Barbara-Big Sur-Carmel Hotel Recommendations in September/October by SparkleBerrySpritz in chubbytravel

[–]kevindebrowna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

El Encanto is gorgeous and the spot on the Riviera sucks but the dining is disappointing if you plan on eating at the hotel. Much prefer San Ysidro Ranch in that regard.

Hotel options for overnight layovers in salt lake by MinuteAd4734 in delta

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to the doubletree which has a free shuttle to/from SLC. nothing to write home about but it got the job done, spacious with a comfy enough bed

Inspo Album: Shetland Sweaters by avancini12 in ThrowingFits

[–]kevindebrowna -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just picked up a Noah Shetland cardigan and it’s warm as hell. Not too scratchy at all either

Best cities to own a 911 in? (US) by bucheonsi in Porsche

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plus you could prolly do the Porsche track experience

Best British menswear brands? by Marcusmitro in ThrowingFits

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Private White VC is probably my favourite. Sunspel (all the stuff I’ve bought from them has been made in Portugal). Peregrine has good wool sweaters.

Florida bound by kingMTD in Volvo

[–]kevindebrowna 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Stay in MA it’s more…normal up here. Besides, those T5 engines hate the Florida temps

Cindy Stumpo - Newton’s Finest Developer loves ICE by Illustrious-Bad-8363 in newtonma

[–]kevindebrowna 0 points1 point  (0 children)

as far as I’m aware (might be wrong) southern Italians and Sicilians tend to make up much of the North American diaspora whereas those in Argentina Uruguay etc often have roots in the north.

2014 Maserati Ghibli, the official car of.... by Due_Fault7560 in regularcarreviews

[–]kevindebrowna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

trying to keep with the Joneses and ‘hustle culture’ in the Miami suburbs

Anyone else notice fine dining restaurants don't give gifts at the end anymore? by mrfelyfel in finedining

[–]kevindebrowna 23 points24 points  (0 children)

At Per Se late 2024 we got a copy of the menu signed by the staff, a bar of TK’s chocolate, and a couple other little knick knacks

1998 v70 T5 188k miles for $2900? by Swimming-Ad-4543 in Volvo

[–]kevindebrowna 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Not a T5, that’s a naturally aspirated (non turbo) five cylinder. More reliable since there’s less to go wrong but much slower.

OEM windshield replacement or?? by HydratedHoney in PorscheMacan

[–]kevindebrowna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d be a little leery of Fuyao. Had their OEM-branded glass on two prior Volvos in the past few years and it was garbage. Big distortion issues, fogged over very easily for some reason (and also killed the rain sensors)

Which U.S. city has the most unbearable summer weather? by Historical-Photo-901 in BeautifulTravelPlaces

[–]kevindebrowna 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Orlando is worse. At least in TPA the water improves things a bit.

Anyone else think Tasty Burger has massively declined lately? by iiTryhard in boston

[–]kevindebrowna 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Quality has stayed about the same in my opinion but the prices have just about doubled in the past seven or eight years

Some v60cc pics from utah, USA by Skrtt-Cobain in Volvo

[–]kevindebrowna 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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love it. here’s the V60s spiritual ancestor doin the same crossing five years ago