One of my neighbors has a new GT-R. I haven't driven it but it's pretty loud and IMO not very attractive.
One of my golf buddies just got a new Mercedes AMG GT S. That thing is sweet looking.
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
I just want to say that watching the Subaru commercials with the dogs will calm anyone down.
I keep waiting for Subaru to come out with:
"Subaru, it's not just for lesbians anymore".
quote:Originally posted by Stefania Wine:quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
I just want to say that watching the Subaru commercials with the dogs will calm anyone down.
I keep waiting for Subaru to come out with:
"Subaru, it's not just for lesbians anymore".
quote:Originally posted by GlennK:
One of my neighbors has a new GT-R. I haven't driven it but it's pretty loud and IMO not very attractive.
One of my golf buddies just got a new Mercedes AMG GT S. That thing is sweet looking.
Only 503 HP 479 torque
For $130k not bad
With nice options, wheels, sound Lane tracking. blind spot, adaptive cruise Can get this up to $145K real quick..
I like that tag line Paul! Sounds like a scene from a bizarro Mad Men episode.
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
I like that tag line Paul! Sounds like a scene from a bizarro Mad Men episode.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4y81gbOJi1w
quote:Originally posted by g-man:
i'm surprised there's no love for one of the true beauties of engineering
http://nsx.acura.com/
Sat in one at Honda Classic
Overpriced
Poor design
Quality was not there
I would pass
quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
At tesla as we speak picking up the 90D model S. Very excited.
Sweet! I'm sure you'll love it!
quote:Originally posted by Rob_Sutherland:
I said I would never recommend buying one to one of my friends, a group of people you have made patently clear you are not part of.
Understatement of the year!
Therefore Board-o buy whatever floats your boat.
Wonderful! I have your permission! Doing the happy dance here!
I have little doubt you will enjoy the experience to a far lesser degree than the one you have had with your Cadillac
Wrong yet again, but you get an "A" in consistency.
but the amount of concern I have over that fact couldn’t fill a thimble.
I give a Rob_Sutherland about your concern.
quote:Originally posted by Board-O:quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
At tesla as we speak picking up the 90D model S. Very excited.
Sweet! I'm sure you'll love it!
The autopilot is simply amazing. Changing lanes, turning corners, etc., all without having to steer. The alcantara headliner is also a lot nicer than on the previous model s we had. Already love it.
quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:quote:Originally posted by Board-O:quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
At tesla as we speak picking up the 90D model S. Very excited.
Sweet! I'm sure you'll love it!
The autopilot is simply amazing. Changing lanes, turning corners, etc., all without having to steer. The alcantara headliner is also a lot nicer than on the previous model s we had. Already love it.
Can you program this car to pick me up at SFO and take me to Tahoe? 
quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Can you program this car to pick me up at SFO and take me to Tahoe?
I'm thinking that is about the limit for miles without a charge. Good thought!
quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:
i'm surprised there's no love for one of the true beauties of engineering
http://nsx.acura.com/
Sat in one at Honda Classic
Overpriced
Poor design
Quality was not there
I would pass
oh that's a shame =(
i havent seen teh new ones yet =(
quote:Originally posted by wine+art:quote:Originally posted by DoubleD:
Can you program this car to pick me up at SFO and take me to Tahoe?
I'm thinking that is about the limit for miles without a charge. Good thought!
Pretty much exactly! Although to get up the mountain, you will need to charge beforehand. Luckily, they did put a supercharger about a mile from our tahoe cabin. On the way down, you can easily get 300 miles on one charge.
quote:
A sleeper flick to be sure!
Love "Crazy People"
quote:Originally posted by g-man:quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:
i'm surprised there's no love for one of the true beauties of engineering
http://nsx.acura.com/
Sat in one at Honda Classic
Overpriced
Poor design
Quality was not there
I would pass
oh that's a shame =(
i havent seen teh new ones yet =(
Look here
Board-o I just want to apologize as I’ve obviously hurt your feelings. This all started by you mentioning that you were looking at a GT-R to replace your CTS-V with and I recommended a used Bentley Continental. While you derided my suggestion I will admit that my response to that was flippant and evidently served to discomfit you to a degree. I stand by my feelings on the car and the veracity of my reasons to not buy one but I am sorry that I hurt your feelings or caused any abashment.
You posted nothing of relevance other than your opinions in an attempt to rain on my parade. I think everybody could pretty much see through you.
And if you believe you hurt my feelings, you're delusional or stupid. In order to hurt my feelings, I'd have to care about your opinion.
And if you believe you hurt my feelings, you're delusional or stupid. In order to hurt my feelings, I'd have to care about your opinion.
Also in the interest of full disclosure my daily driver is a 2003 BMW that is currently in the process of shedding its headliner in the interior. My other three cars do not currently run at the moment. My dispensing of automotive advice is akin to Mick Jagger administering a class on abstinence.
quote:Originally posted by thirsty man:
I have an s85 and it is by far the best car I have ever owned. Range is incredible- but winter cuts into it. Highly recommend. If you have any real world questions, let me know and I'd be happy to answer them- here or privately.
quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
Pretty much exactly! Although to get up the mountain, you will need to charge beforehand. Luckily, they did put a supercharger about a mile from our Tahoe cabin. On the way down, you can easily get 300 miles on one charge.
Questions for you both:
As I was interested in the X as an SUV, I'm now tempted more for the S as it's more proven and I think those gull-wing doors will be a issue here in the winters.
Also, I've being driving 4X4 pickups for the past 25 years and my wife has had Volvo XC70's for the same time....
(Had a Hybrid GMC for a few years... Not yet worth it, IMO)
Would the air suspension be a good option as I have about 4km of gravel road to get to our cottage? And let's not forget our famous potholes here....
What are your thoughts about overall winter handling ?
Do you guys get or have any "Range Anxiety"?
The console is cool, is the display a distraction? Do you get used to it?
Any thought or comments would be appreciated, If I'm going to change, I really like the thought of zero emissions.
Thanks
quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:
i'm surprised there's no love for one of the true beauties of engineering
http://nsx.acura.com/
Sat in one at Honda Classic
Overpriced
Poor design
Quality was not there
I would pass
oh that's a shame =(
i havent seen teh new ones yet =(
Look here
but how did you get the overpriced/poor design/lacking quality?
i meant i havne't seen one live in person yet!
quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
At tesla as we speak picking up the 90D model S. Very excited.
BTW, Congratulations !!
quote:Originally posted by g-man:quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:quote:Originally posted by FL Wino:quote:Originally posted by g-man:
i'm surprised there's no love for one of the true beauties of engineering
http://nsx.acura.com/
Sat in one at Honda Classic
Overpriced
Poor design
Quality was not there
I would pass
oh that's a shame =(
i havent seen teh new ones yet =(
Look here
but how did you get the overpriced/poor design/lacking quality?
i meant i havne't seen one live in person yet!
I sat in it.
Started engine
Did a walk about
quote:Originally posted by Vinaigre:quote:Originally posted by thirsty man:
I have an s85 and it is by far the best car I have ever owned. Range is incredible- but winter cuts into it. Highly recommend. If you have any real world questions, let me know and I'd be happy to answer them- here or privately.quote:Originally posted by TPEwinedrinker:
Pretty much exactly! Although to get up the mountain, you will need to charge beforehand. Luckily, they did put a supercharger about a mile from our Tahoe cabin. On the way down, you can easily get 300 miles on one charge.
Questions for you both:
As I was interested in the X as an SUV, I'm now tempted more for the S as it's more proven and I think those gull-wing doors will be a issue here in the winters.
Also, I've being driving 4X4 pickups for the past 25 years and my wife has had Volvo XC70's for the same time....
(Had a Hybrid GMC for a few years... Not yet worth it, IMO)
Would the air suspension be a good option as I have about 4km of gravel road to get to our cottage? And let's not forget our famous potholes here....
What are your thoughts about overall winter handling ?
Do you guys get or have any "Range Anxiety"?
The console is cool, is the display a distraction? Do you get used to it?
Any thought or comments would be appreciated, If I'm going to change, I really like the thought of zero emissions.
Thanks
Hi Vinaigre-
with that much gravel, the air suspension might be a good idea. it was one of the options i declined on both model S cars we have had, and i have never felt like i was missing anything, but i have only taken it on a gravel road of that length just once. as for overall winter handling, it has better grip and stability than our lexus LX470, and we have never had an issue with sliding in snow. it simply sticks to the road in all conditions, and when we come upon chain control, they wave us right through. as for range anxiety, there are so many superchargers in the bay area that it is truly one of the things i worry about least. i have taken it down to 0 miles once... in fact, i drove another 3 miles after it said 0, and while i wouldn't recommend it, it was nice to know i still had some extra juice in reserve. any other questions, just let me know.
Anyone put down a deposit on the new Tesla Model 3? The first mass market Tesla. They began accepting reservations today, but shipping may not start until 2019.
Placing my order tomorrow on the 3 once I see the release.
Seriously considering it. Im on solar in my house and it would be yet another pay off on that decision. Even if they go belly up in the next few years, Ive wasted more money on stupider things
order placed. beautiful car.
I'm in too.
They don't call me Debbie Downer for nothing:
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:
They don't call me Debbie Downer for nothing:
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
At least you're consistent.
quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:
They don't call me Debbie Downer for nothing:
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
Tesla as an investment looks riskier than buying the car. Lots of hype in that price
quote:Originally posted by Red guy in a blue state:quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:
They don't call me Debbie Downer for nothing:
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
At least you're consistent.
I'm as constant as the north star.
Wow! A master of the obvious also. Truly impressive
Not sure what the downer part was there Old Man. I don't think there was anything in that article that was new news to any Tesla fan.quote:Originally posted by The Old Man:
They don't call me Debbie Downer for nothing:
Tesla hype watch: You know the Model 3 doesn't exist yet, right?
Pics of the model 3 look pretty cool. I wonder what % of the orders are from the Bay area and LA/OC/SD. I would bet nearly half. It's pretty crazy the amount of Tesla's on the road around here.
quote:Originally posted by GlennK:I wonder what % of the orders are from the Bay area and LA/OC/SD. I would bet nearly half. It's pretty crazy the amount of Tesla's on the road around here.
For around three years we've seen them become a small, but very noticeable, minority. I just assumed it was like that all over the US.