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Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by DonnyMost, May 30, 2018.

  1. KingCheetah

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    They are just rebadged Hyundai so pretty solid quality now - the problems start if something breaks servicing them under warranty has long been a huge complaint.
     
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  2. IBTL

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    my wife has the nicer for family trips. im in a low priced commuter.

    i guess resale might be bad but im digging zipping in and out and love the audi tt

    https://www.carmax.com/car/19506634
     
  3. TWS1986

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    Look at you Mr. Fancy Audi. Reminds me of that Chappelle Show skit the Playa Haters Ball. "I hate on everybody man. Brother got a nice car, man why you got a nice car? I only got one car you got 3 cars" :D
     
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    We've got a 2016 Toyota rav4 xle and my wife has the base model of the 2012 Ford Explorer. I ran my previous 2001 Toyota 4runner into the ground. Great place durable SUV. Just end of like in 2016,2017. Didn't get another because they're just **** for gas mileage. Sadly my wife's Ford Explorer has been a money pit. Anyone got some makes for similar SUVs that don't suck?

    Wife really wants a nice, used Lexus RX350. But pricey. I say we get her a Rav4 and be done with it.
     
  5. IBTL

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    nah i dont have it...i drove a tt one time for the weekend and it was really fun..
    i was surprised to see the one i linked for 30k which is not a terrible price...it has under 20k miles and i assume some other issue? i thought the tt went more for like 60 so its got me thinking...its in range..i presume maintenance costs and insurance high..lots of fun though.

    the small bob and weave factor in traffic with this car in houston is way underrated..
    perhaps most fun ive ever had in a car in houston
     
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    my wife has mazda cx5 and has been really happy with it
     
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    Fun fact: Audi TT is built on the Volkswagen Beetle platform.
     
  8. IBTL

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    interesting. the one i drove was lots of fun.
    i decided for houston something like that quick in and out is ideal
     
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    I like them a lot - the link you posted is a really cool car.
     
  10. IBTL

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    the tt seems fun and possible for $30k.. cliche but 911 porsche would be top choice for bob weave but not really feasible.

    i am only medium tier unlike many of you ballers
     
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    they are ugly but i imagine a mini would be great for bob& weave
     
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    That looks like an incredible deal. Beautiful.

    My significant other's older brother has the last model of the air cooled 911's. I guess that's a 1997? I wish I could remember what year the 911 he replaced was. He searched all over for his. It's perfect. The guy can afford one. He's apt to be very unhappy today for one reason or another.
     
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    *Ballaz

    My friend had the small Audi SUV with the same 2.0 Turbo engine and that thing was surprisingly quick - I would think the TT feels legit fast around 5 seconds to 60 mph.
     
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    some guys are unassuming...i knew one of founders at continental airlines ...dude was uber rich and drove a subaru justy.

    ever since him i have been humbled and my explanation for the inexpensive panty dropper i drive now
     
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    If you do buy get the extended warranty -- do not buy without it.
     
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    yeah i think for a fun option my next choice will be something tight and quick like that.

    its pretty much that or the mini... i cant think of many more small quick like that? i admit im not a car guy..

    something like that will be almost like buying a video game...it depends on the location. in and out plus quick is good for those trips on freeway in houston
     
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    where are you located
     
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    It takes guts to buy a 5 or 6-year old Audi. :D
     
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    yeah the 911 is probably my ultimate.
    i see all these bugatti and they are cool dont get me wrong. of course it would be nice to have a lambo etc but 911 is classic...my personal ultimate...like any "girl" i suppose you get sick of it..

    i had a fun fancy fast car at one point and worked way in la porte. had to be there 730am. it was a race every day...that can be a thrill
     
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    Yeah. You just refreshed my memory! A Miata would be fun, but no backseat for the dog.
     
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