i could never justify 350 bucks for an oil change - unless the car is so poorly designed that you have to do a lot of work to get to the filter.... otherwise they're just jipping you hardcore. why not do it yourself? it takes 15 minutes.
From NSX into Gallardo: Impressions
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i could never justify 350 bucks for an oil change - unless the car is so poorly designed that you have to do a lot of work to get to the filter.... otherwise they're just jipping you hardcore. why not do it yourself? it takes 15 minutes.
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What is this?
What if you make 1000 dollars every 15 minutes?:wink: :biggrin:
Makes me a little bit sick............
Why not slide around in a beater?
Almost any car can do that?
Why not slide around in a beater?
Almost any car can do that?
I think it's great. There's no salt or anything that could do damage to the car, just frozen water. It would be great fun.
I've heard great things about the SE. I've heard that even with the 8-piston's, the 04-05 is still underbraked. I'll have to get my 05 out on the track this year and find out for myself.
The NSX fits like a glove; absolutely perfect. The Lambo feels like you're strapped to something that could hurt you. I'm considering an 05 NSX for a daily car as well, but might get the AMV8 instead. Gotta love the market right now; so many great cars to choose from!!!
I've been planning to but there's no snow here yet. I decided to get a drift car to learn properly; probably a fox body stang.
I used to do them in the Countach, but this one is so new, I want a dealer record of it's maintenance just in case something goes wrong. If the factory knows the car's been properly serviced and I blow the drivetrain (even after warranty), I've got a much better chance they'll replace it as a courtesy.
I agree with Nsxtasy and the others that still see the NSX for what it is...an awesome exotic machine that is RELIABLE and a DAILY DRIVER. I purchased my machine from Stevo...Lowdwn...and he lowered it, put a body kit on it and put an incrediable exhaust system on it! Heads turn when I drive it...even the poor 2006 Corvette owners who wonder why their car does not attract as much attention...the answer...a unique and rare car - that many would love to have...but cannot find...lol...I have seen 3 Lambos in Calgary...and all three were left on the side of the road...just like FIATS...or Fix It Again Tony's...lol...they are awesome looking cars...but reliability is king in my eyes.
I am out...God's speed
Dam
I am out...God's speed
Dam
I considered a Z06 but decided against as my exotic car buddies said, "Seeing a vette at every light you pull up to, you'll hate yourself." I agree: exclusivity is how you know you've done something special with your life. I love the vette's styling, but would only get one if they kept the volume to 2000 a year. And Drastically Improved the Interior!!!!!
But the G is reliable. We'll see if it turns out as good as the NSX was, but the Countach was MORE reliable than the NSX, believe it or not. It was in the shop less than my Toyota. I was just as surprised as anyone.
This is sick, but I've spent over $30,000 in the last 9 months on the G, modding and pretty-fying the car; more than I sold the NSX for. And I've got all sorts of mods planned for this year. Yes, you've got to be nuts to do this, but I'll say it again: Best Sex I Ever Had!
Say what? I can understand someone "wishing they had a more unique car", but "hate yourself"? Should I hate myself when Im driving my wife's kid hauler Sienna and I look around and see one to the left, right, ahead of and behind me? Should I wish that I bought the crappy van that no one else would? Would that make me "know that Ive done something special with my life"?
It's the same with my Tundra. It's nothing special; I see them everywhere. Special=Unique. Call it extreme or laughable, but I understood what they were saying.
Thinking in terms of proper contextual significance, we've all got daily beaters; but that's not where we place our automotive esteem.
No but you should kick yourself in the ass for getting the vinyl woody stickers on the sides with the plastic yellowing trim around it.
Those are the things that make me know that Ive done something special with my life!
Thanks for taking the time to post your impressions love the gallardo. Only other car i really want to own!
I was going to post the same pics, luckily i scrolled down!:biggrin:
I was going to post the same pics, luckily i scrolled down!:biggrin:
You're welcome, and thanks as well to those posting positive commentary. Glad to share the passion!!!!
Has it been reliable so far? Any maintenance issues? How many miles have you put on it so far?
I never payed much attention to Gallardos before but after reading this comparison and looking at the pics...I'm impressed.
then you should have a lift and something better to do with your time than post anything on any internet forum. :tongue:
and, besides, if i had a nice car like that (well, the nsx is nice too...) i'd like to spend some time underneath it (and i do)
very good point :redface:
