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Re: Here I go again... [roadburner] by woodyww
Nov 12, 2008 (2:41 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Nov 09, 2008 2:21 pm)

used BMWs. I have a great local dealer, a great indie shop, and I've been driving and wrenching on them for over 25 years.
 
So the Mazdaspeed3 keeps breaking, you need to drive 400 miles R/T for repairs, but you could unload it for a nice used bmw where you'd have both a great local dealer and a great indie shop. That's a tough one..... But seriously, this trade for the 330i PP sounds like one of your best ideas so far (to me).
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Re: bmws [stickguy] by gouldn
Nov 12, 2008 (5:55 pm)
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Replying to: stickguy (Nov 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

I've put 1000 miles on my CPO 07 X3 so far in two and half weeks. I'm getting 22.5 mpg consistently in a 80% highway commute. Not terrible; a touch lower than I got in my Forester. So far I like it ... the handling is sharp, and the seats comfortable. I also drove a 05 3 series wagon, but it was in rough condition, so I went for the X3.
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Radio by corvette
Nov 14, 2008 (4:48 pm)
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I ran an errand after lunch today and realized that the radio in the Audi didn't turn itself off when I took out the key and opened the door. Tried turning the car on/off a few times, but the radio stayed on... I finally resorted to manually turning the radio off (press and hold the power button). Once I got home, I disconnected the car battery for about ten minutes, then reconnected it, and everything was fine. (Hey, that's easier than making an appointment and taking it in to the dealer...)
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Re: Radio [corvette] by boomchek
Nov 14, 2008 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: corvette (Nov 14, 2008 4:48 pm)

I think it stays on for a few seconds after you get out of the car, doesn't it?
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Re: Radio [boomchek] by corvette
Nov 14, 2008 (6:27 pm)
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Replying to: boomchek (Nov 14, 2008 5:28 pm)

I had to go out in the garage just now and check... No, on the Audi, it turns off immediately once you remove the ignition key. On the Pontiac, it turns off when you open the driver's door.
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Re: Radio [corvette] by boomchek
Nov 14, 2008 (9:14 pm)
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Replying to: corvette (Nov 14, 2008 6:27 pm)

Same as my Jeep, it shuts off when the door is opened or 30 seconds after the key is taken out if the door hasn't been opened.
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Update by mark156
Nov 18, 2008 (7:53 pm)
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Hey Guys and Akangl,
 
The new Bentley is awesome! The power is amazing and with AWD, you don't miss a beat! I haven't floored it yet as it only has 300 miles on it, but it will scoot along right quick!
 
Even though I drive fairly conservatively, I can see the gas gauge move! LOL! I just put in the first tank of fuel, glad to see the prices become normal!
 
I didn't realize how big 20 inch wheels are until it's time to clean them. At the end of each day, I wipe down the whole car and clean the wheels. It's amazing how much brake dust gets on the wheels but that happens with all the cars.
 
If you see a white Bentley convertible driving in the desert with the driver with a big smile on his face, it's me!
 
M156
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Re: Update [mark156] by boomchek
Nov 18, 2008 (7:59 pm)
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Replying to: mark156 (Nov 18, 2008 7:53 pm)

Nice to hear you're enjoying your new toy Mark!!
 
Do you get much attention from others or are these cars common in your area?
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Re: Update [mark156] by guss
Nov 19, 2008 (4:17 am)
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Replying to: mark156 (Nov 18, 2008 7:53 pm)

20" wheels, that's alot of rubber. My first Toyota had 12" tires, I think riding lawn mowers now have that size.
 
congratulations, you earned it, enjoy it !
 
I guess wit a new yacht, a new dinghy and now the cruiser you should be done shopping for awhile.
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Re: Update [boomchek] by mark156
Nov 19, 2008 (7:05 am)
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Replying to: boomchek (Nov 18, 2008 7:59 pm)

Do you get much attention from others or are these cars common in your area?
 
I live in a resort community in Southern California so you see quite a few fancy cars. In my 20 home gated enclave, my next door neighbor has a Bentley Continental Flying Spur (Sapphire blue) and the neighbor down the street has a Continental GT hard top (electric blue).... so, I'm not the only one.
 
When I'm driving the Honda CR-V, I'm totally invisible , which is nice sometimes.
 
When I drive the '64 Rolls, I get a lot of thumbs up and waves
 
I was driving the Bentley the other day and went into a shopping center and a homeless guy stopped me and said that I looked like a movie star and he needed some gas money to get to a location. I don't like to give money to pan-handlers as I feel it feeds a drug habit, etc. I donate to organizations. Anyway, I told him that I don't carry cash.
 
I was driving with the top down and a two early-30-year-olds joggers waved at me driving by . So, the car does have it's plusses.
 
M156

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