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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.
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.
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.
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.
Mercedes Benz 450/380SL | Riding in my Dad’s classic convertibles served as the impetus for my appreciation of all things automotive.
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.
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.
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.
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.