Archive for November, 2007
Everyone can rattle off a couple of cars that have significant memories. Your first car…your dream car…the car your wife crashed. I’m sure you have some.
Here’s a list of the cars, and their memories, for which I’m thankful for.
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Datsun 200SX | My first ride; when I got in this car it made me feel like Jimmie Johnson hoisting his championship Nextel Cup. When getting out of it, I was just glad it got me to my destination in one piece.
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Ford Squire Station Wagon | I grew up watching the Brady Bunch pile into this land yacht every day. I’m thankful my parents didn’t own one of these.
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Lamborghini Countach | I believe this was a mandatory bedroom wall poster for any teenager in the 80’s. This was supposed to be my first car…then I found out the price. Hello Datsun.
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Mercedes Benz 450/380SL | Riding in my Dad’s classic convertibles served as the impetus for my appreciation of all things automotive.
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Mustang GT | This was the first car I bought. It was also my first car I had to sell once my son was born. Good thing I didn’t have to sell the Countach.
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Bugatti Veyron | Another super-car dream crusher. This was supposed to be my next car…until I found out they priced it upwards of one million bucks. For that money, I could have had 10 Lambos.
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Dodge Viper | The perfect Pre Mid-Life Crisis car. Used ‘96 -’98’s represent some of the best super-car values available today. Looks, performance and uniqueness…for less than half the price of competing cars in it’s class. Definitely time to park one of these in the driveway.
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Lexus ES300 | The car my wife crashed…
Be thankful for the memories your cars provide…savor those on the horizon.
Happy Thanksgiving.

The leaves have fallen, I can see my breath in the morning and my bald head is colder than an angry wife after a long night of poker with the guys.
That only means one thing in New York…the month and a half of Autumn is over and the snow is ready to come crashing in. Perfect time for a Top 9 list of the best vehicles to drive in the snow. (Top 10 lists are so yesterday)
A couple of things to keep in mind when shopping for a 4×4 winter sled. Make sure it comes with snow tires, has decent ground clearance for your driving habits, and appropriate tire width.
Used SUV’s may have low grade all-season treads that can under-perform in thicker ice and snow conditions. Do you make short commutes in minimal snow cover? If so, you may only need a smaller all-wheel drive/crossover vehicle rather than a taller, full-size SUV. Plus, those fat tires on the big boy SUV’s probably won’t grip as well as a standard set.
- Ford Edge | A 256hp crossover that’s safe & roomy.
- Toyota Highlander | One of the original crossovers - reliable, light-weight & handles great in the snow.
- Subaru Forester | Top rated AWD with great handling, safety & sensibility.
- Subaru Tribeca | Modern, stylish & high safety rating.
- Volkswagen Toureg | Classy, lots of fun & powerful - up to 310hp available.
- Lincoln MKX | Dress up your Ford Edge in it’s Sunday best and this is what you’ll get - pleasantly refined.
- Mercedes Benz M-Class | Smooth riding, very safe & strong in the snow.
- Volvo XC90 | This 7 passenger snow tank is perfect for a winter family trek; lots of room & power.
- Subaru Outback | Perfect for light duty winter driving - AWD, high quality and loaded with features.
My Favorite? The VW Snow Sled at the top. Germans make awesome sleds.



