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10-05-2007, 12:41 AM
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Beer Bully
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Barony of Fuquay-Varina, NC
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I want a diesel
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Passenger car, that is. They have a lot of public opinion to get around in the US, but I hope now that we're getting the low sulphur fuel we'll start to see some more selection. With BMW bringing the 1-series gasoline sedans next year I'm hoping they'll eventually bring the diesel versions. 55-60mpg! I don't care if diesel fuel costs marginally more than gasoline or if the car itself costs more. Seems like a better solution to me than hybrids.
http://www.bmw.co.uk/bmwuk/index/0,,1156___bs-MQ%3D%3D%40bb-S08%3D%40sit-bmwuk,00.html
(hope that link works)
Kind of weird looking, but would be incredibly practical for my commute & weekend trips, not to mention be a nice upgrade from the interior of my Subaru. And I'll always have the F-100 when I just need to carbonize some dinosaurs.
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10-05-2007, 12:45 AM
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Join Date: Oct 2006
Location: Silverdale, Washington
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I want a diesel truck. (I know, not nearly as efficient as a diesel car, but still better mileage than a gas powered one). Plus the sound of a diesel idling gets me as excited as a bubbling airlock.
If anybody wants to loan me $40,000 to make my dreams of manliness a reality, PM me.
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10-05-2007, 12:47 AM
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Beer Bully
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Barony of Fuquay-Varina, NC
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Originally Posted by McKBrew
If anybody wants to loan me $40,000 to make my dreams of manliness a reality, PM me.
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A buddy of mine was researching buying a truck and a 5th wheel the other day and I was shocked at how expensive those trucks are. I think he's just leaning towards a full on RV now (with a diesel pusher, of course)! |
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10-05-2007, 12:49 AM
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Steel Comma Ale & Lagery
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Menomonee Falls WI
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The '08 VW Jetta TDI is going to be coming out soon. If I was to buy a new car it would be a diesel. And being the do-it-yoursels type of people we are you could look into Bio-Diesel which is the cleanest thing you could run a car on right now. And it would cost you about 75 cents a gallon.
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Had some Bud Light analyzed once. They told me my dog had diabetes... And was pregnant
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10-05-2007, 12:50 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Chester, VA
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I've looked into getting an older Jetta or Mercedes diesel. The ultimate in fuel efficiency would be to convert to bio-diesel. How cool would it be to drive around to the smell of french fries?
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10-05-2007, 12:51 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Bee Cave, Texas
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I have a friend with a Ford Excursion with the Powerstroke Diesel in it. He reprogrammed the computer on board and now get 32 MPG in that behemoth when he does 55 miles per hour on the highway.
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10-05-2007, 12:52 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Bee Cave, Texas
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Originally Posted by Flyin' Lion
How cool would it be to drive around to the smell of french fries?
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I'd prefer Walleye, catfish or hushpuppies.  |
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10-05-2007, 01:16 AM
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Cowboys EAC
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Honolulu, HI
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I've got an '05 VW Passat TDI. Love it!!! It's got the power of a V6 and gets 30 in town and 40 on the hwy. I'm really surprised more manufacturers don't bring their diesels over here.
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10-05-2007, 01:36 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Chester, VA
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Who cares about enviro-friendly? I like the idea 'cause it's cheap.
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John Madden has officially been put on suicide watch with the annoucement of Favre's retirement.
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