|
altelis
Jun 10, 2010, 4:07 AM
Post #26 of 38
(2305 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Nov 10, 2004
Posts: 2168
|
ground clearance is the same....forester's shorter wheel base gives it a small advantage as an offroad vehicle, but the outback's length means it stores more stuff...
|
|
|
|
|
majid_sabet
Jun 10, 2010, 4:21 AM
Post #27 of 38
(2301 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 13, 2002
Posts: 8390
|
Majid Modified 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 4 cyl Turbo Diesel 22-30 mpg
or
Majid Modified 1974 VW bus with 1980 4cyl Mazda Engine 22-30 mpg
I am selling VW for $35000 or Toyota for $30.000 let me know
(This post was edited by majid_sabet on Jun 10, 2010, 4:28 AM)
|
|
|
|
|
suprasoup
Jun 10, 2010, 4:54 AM
Post #28 of 38
(2278 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 7, 2005
Posts: 309
|
If you wanna get there fast... 1987 Supra Turbo 165mph 20-27mpg
If you wanna get there faster...2007 Yamaha R1 198mph 20-40mpg
For those who wanna get there a little slower...1981 Suzuki GS450 110mph 55-70mpg
And for those who just wanna get there and perhaps survive the inevitable zombie outbreak...1976 Fj40 Landcruiser
75mph 12-18mpg
I'd love to have a Troopie, but the 40 will have to do.
|
|
|
|
|
irregularpanda
Jun 10, 2010, 5:52 AM
Post #29 of 38
(2259 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 13, 2007
Posts: 1364
|
majid_sabet wrote: I am selling VW for $35000 or Toyota for $30.000 let me know
I know this is a classic typo, but I'll take dibs on your land cruiser for 30 dollars and 000 cents.
|
|
|
|
|
kobaz
Jun 10, 2010, 1:29 PM
Post #30 of 38
(2217 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Sep 19, 2004
Posts: 726
|
irregularpanda wrote: majid_sabet wrote: I am selling VW for $35000 or Toyota for $30.000 let me know I know this is a classic typo, but I'll take dibs on your land cruiser for 30 dollars and 000 cents.
Heh... that's funny but it's not a typo... it's how majid's part of the world (any many other countries) represents thousands.
|
|
|
|
|
ladyscarlett
Jun 10, 2010, 11:24 PM
Post #31 of 38
(2174 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 17, 2008
Posts: 376
|
Man! All you folks have some mad money given some of the cars you guys are throwing out there.
I think my car gives "Climbing Bum Cars" a bad name, but feel she's done her distance as a Bum Car.
Toyota 94 base model camry, 280,000+ mi, V4.
I mainly think it qualifies because
-it was inherited - thus I stay true to my "Bum" title
-the Land Boat has neccessary carrying capacity, 3 + gear, comfortably
-No air con or radio...this is a Bum Car afterall
-slides under the radar for People of Authority...something about the family sedan look. I have benefited from this on numerous occasions so far
I think my issue is that as a climbing 'Bum', would one really be able to have the vehicle of choice?
Or the one that breaks down at 5am on a remote dirt road in Tuolumne and starts only after much pleading, coaxing, and 'one last try'. And yet, she still manages to intimidate all the other cars into the turnouts on the ride out of Yosemite.
Yeah, my Bum car sucks, but that's the thing, she's a Bum Car, she holds my stuff, gets me where I need to go, and never looks like she has something you might want to steal.
But to the OP, they all have nice suggestions, but still seem quite plush for a true Bum Car...
Good luck
2p
ls
|
|
|
|
|
benbeard
Jun 11, 2010, 2:37 PM
Post #32 of 38
(2141 views)
Shortcut
Registered: May 25, 2010
Posts: 11
|
toyota tacoma w/ colorado plates. These represent about 80% of all the cars found parked in popular Utah climbing spots.
Indian Creek, best crag in colorado, right?
|
|
|
|
|
I_do
Jun 12, 2010, 10:20 AM
Post #33 of 38
(2118 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 2, 2008
Posts: 1232
|
grahamh wrote: I'll second the dodge sprinter. Diesel engine. 5' or 7' head room. 30 MPG. Lots of room. Looks like it belongs in Europe, or somewhere outside the USA, aka an intelligent design. I believe it is used by the USPS or Fed Ex. I'm not sure if they've been around long enough though to find a older cheap one.
That's because it's a mercedes dude.
|
|
|
|
|
pyrosis
Jun 13, 2010, 11:45 AM
Post #34 of 38
(2086 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Apr 1, 2004
Posts: 150
|
rhythm164 wrote: Outback is a good choice. I'm 6'2" and can comfortably sleep in mine with 2 bouldering pads and other gear inside, plus an Organic Full Pad fits perfectly as a mattress. Tough as bricks too, it'll go through pretty much anything.
Negative on all counts. I put ~90000 miles on my Outback and had it broken down on the side of the road no less than 10 times overheated, and for other problems. >$7000 maintenance in 90k miles = LEMON. Cooling system never did work right in the damn thing. Also very UNcomfortable to sleep in (too damn short, I'm 6'2") and never did quite have the clearance to get to certain areas.
I liked it well enough when it was working. Hated it when it broke which it did all too frequently.
These days I feel only LOVE
for my Toyota.
:)
(edit for spelling)
(This post was edited by pyrosis on Jun 13, 2010, 11:46 AM)
|
|
|
|
|
pyrosis
Jun 13, 2010, 11:52 AM
Post #35 of 38
(2081 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Apr 1, 2004
Posts: 150
|
darkgift06 wrote: Reliable, ... Subaru. indeed all reliable..
Again, I disagree.
I will never again buy a Subaru.
|
|
|
|
|
angry
Jun 13, 2010, 12:00 PM
Post #36 of 38
(2074 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Jul 22, 2003
Posts: 8405
|
pyrosis wrote: darkgift06 wrote: Reliable, ... Subaru. indeed all reliable.. Again, I disagree. I will never again buy a Subaru.
I agree but I have to "again" to my statement.
|
|
|
|
|
I_do
Jun 13, 2010, 12:15 PM
Post #37 of 38
(2066 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Mar 2, 2008
Posts: 1232
|
pyrosis wrote: rhythm164 wrote: Outback is a good choice. I'm 6'2" and can comfortably sleep in mine with 2 bouldering pads and other gear inside, plus an Organic Full Pad fits perfectly as a mattress. Tough as bricks too, it'll go through pretty much anything. Negative on all counts. I put ~90000 miles on my Outback and had it broken down on the side of the road no less than 10 times overheated, and for other problems. >$7000 maintenance in 90k miles = LEMON. Cooling system never did work right in the damn thing. Also very UNcomfortable to sleep in (too damn short, I'm 6'2") and never did quite have the clearance to get to certain areas. I liked it well enough when it was working. Hated it when it broke which it did all too frequently. These days I feel only LOVE for my Toyota. :) (edit for spelling)
Of course you having problems with your subaru doesn't mean they're not in this top 100 of most reliable cars starting with second place, just after the honda accord with the forrester and the impreza and legacy are also in the top 100.
http://www.gizmag.com/go/5657/
This was just the first link I could find, I'm sure there's better ones out there but claiming subaru's are not reliable is not substantiated by any facts, other then your anecdote.
|
|
|
|
|
Adk
Jun 13, 2010, 12:21 PM
Post #38 of 38
(2066 views)
Shortcut
Registered: Dec 2, 2006
Posts: 1085
|
Element.
I own one. Easy to clean. Goes just about anywhere. Traction control/Vehicle stability assist. 4WD
Seats fold flat and are comfy to sleep on or up and are removable. Fair on gas. 28+ highway
Not as much metal to rust (plastic fenders)
Greaet ventilation on hot days when not running the AC
Easy to fix.
ok, ok....it looks like a toaster!  You don't know that once you are inside though.
|
|
|
|
|
|
