Research tells me that flying is not riskier to catch COVID than going to the mall. But, I need to go to Los Angeles and the Central Coast and there’s no reason to push my luck. The compromise I’ve found a way to justify to myself is to fly there and drive back. In essence,…
Category: Front Engine
I hate myself for liking this as much as I do – An ode to the Toyota Highlander
There might not be a more perfect vehicle than the Toyota Highlander. I can’t believe I’m saying this, but on almost every measure, the Highlander excels.
Compares Favorably to a Tiffany’s Ring – 2005 Mini Cooper S Convertible 6-Speed for $8,000 near Fort Meyers, FL
I’m nearing both a milestone birthday and a milestone anniversary with my S.O. As much as she would like having jewelry, I think she’d enjoy having the top down in this Mini Cooper Convertible more.
It’s the middle of summer. Time to buy a cheap ski car. Subaru Outback 3.6 Wagon for $5,800 near Ashville, Tennessee
2011 Subaru Outback 3.6L for $5800 near Ashville, Tennessee I’m a fan of buying countercyclically. Right now everyone’s looking for a sexy sports car or convertible to enjoy the hot August weather. Nobody is thinking about pouring their family into a safe and reliable AWD wagon for a ski trip. That makes now the perfect…
Throw Reason Out the Door – 2005 Saab 9-3 convertible for $4995 Near Pittsburg
This generation SAABs were the first major update under GM ownership only 5 years before the company’s fire sale to Spyker. This example is bound to have problems endlessly. But who cares it’s irresistible – a lime green Swedish convertible.
Saabotage – 1991 Saab 900 Turbo Convertible for $3600 near Cleveland
Who needs a convertible in Cleveland? Nobody that’s who. This SAAB 900 Turbo Convertible needs to be brought back to its natural habitat, someplace cold and near an ocean.
The Uncoolest of Them All, Or Is It? –
The fabulous Ford Fusion is a far better car than you might think. If you get beyond caring what other people think, because they’ll think you’re either driving a rental or do government work, you’ll find a reliable, safe, comfortable, and surprisingly engaging cool car for cheap