Warning: this is a real opinion, and I know it's unpopular. This is NOT going to end in me talking about how much I 'loved it anyway' because that's bullshit. My particular IS300 provided a wealth of bad experiences up until its death. I don't remember a lot about being eight … [Read more...] about The Lexus IS300 Objectively Sucks: A Post-Mortem
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Making sense of the Ford Excursion used market
Too big to fail (the Ford Excursion story) The Ford Excursion is an interesting, unique, and absurdist automobile. Upon its introduction in 1999, for the 2000 model year, it was one of the largest, heaviest SUVs ever produced. It was based on the chassis of the F-250 and could … [Read more...] about Making sense of the Ford Excursion used market
Why the first generation CTS-V isn’t a future classic
Even highly credible sources can have stupid opinions. I was searching Haggertys' archives today for evidence to support the argument that a different GM sports car from the early 2000s wouldn't be a classic, and I came across this absurd statement about the first generation … [Read more...] about Why the first generation CTS-V isn’t a future classic
An Engine Swap Revolution is Coming
We've come a long way In 1990, buying a 10-year-old car or engine swap all but guaranteed that you would be purchasing some carbureted, Clean-Air-Act-choked, Malaise Monstrosity. If you wanted to perform an engine swap, nothing would make sense that was between 5-20 years old … [Read more...] about An Engine Swap Revolution is Coming
Six tips to get the best value out of your used car Craigslist purchase
I recently did a quick write-up with my opinions on why such great used cars can be purchased so cheap. It's a relatively new fad, and it's not going anywhere. But what if you want said cheap, great car, and you don't know where to start? … [Read more...] about Six tips to get the best value out of your used car Craigslist purchase