The cars and bikes thread!

[Raza]

My Passat has about 650 litres of load space..... Pretty sure that can accommodate a baguette or two.

Sure…but are there any spaces that are as convenient as a cupholder for quick baguetting on the go?

[Samanator]

One for you, Michael...

Just nipped to local supermarket and this was in the car park...
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Spooky coincidence that it should appear as we're discussing the black wheels. It's only the second Emira I've seen beyond the dealership.

That is a really beautiful car. To me the wheels stand out just enough to accent the beautiful body and color. I would be at the dealer when you first posted it if I was 20 years younger.

I prefer something much larger these days with far more ride height, 4WD or AWD and can pull a 6500 lbs trailer more than 300 miles on a tank of fuel. Car wise I'm a big sedan person. I like my space and the ability to fit quite a bit in the trunk (boot). I've had quite a few sports cars over the years, and they are great for commuting or a short weekend run to the beach. I haven't done either of those for a few years now. If I'm going to drive down to Key West give me my truck (although I'm thinking of moving up to a larger one) or our Lexus LS to pile on the miles.

[happyscrappyheropup]

I hate to post my ugly golf cart after that gorgeous Lotus, but I removed the wheel covers and installed center caps and lug covers on the car that replaced our totaled Volvo.

Aero cover rear, removed up front.



And, with the caps/covers installed. I prefer the look, I'll pop the covers back on when we road trip.

[geoffbot]

When I learned that those horrible aero rims on tesla were removable I was immediately happy!

That's my stance, no pun intended.

[happyscrappyheropup]

When I learned that those horrible aero rims on tesla were removable I was immediately happy!

That's my stance, no pun intended.

Same. I wanted the smaller 19" wheels to get the most range, and it's not like it's an attractive vehicle, those wheel covers aren't doing it any favors. I think they're worse on the Model 3. The wheels behind them aren't bad looking, just need a $20 centercap/lug cap kit.

[gnuyork]

Watch people like cars I guess. Except for @skywatch

Nah kidding he likes them, but chooses not to waste his money on them. Wise man.

He contributes greatly with the car show near him, if I recall.

[Samanator]

Gold and green goes off Attachment 127852

When I see gold accents and wheels I expect a barfing chicken on the hood, or whatever is the German equivalent.

[geoffbot]

When I see gold accents and wheels I expect a barfing chicken on the hood, or whatever is the German equivalent.

I have absolutely no idea what that means!

[Raza]

I have absolutely no idea what that means!

1970s and 1980s Pontiac Firebird Trans Am often came with a bird decal on the hood when sold to the most ostentatious of Trans Am buyers. Usually in black and gold:


I believe this is the famous “Smokey and the Bandit” car:


Altogether grotesque.

[geoffbot]

Ah, danke sheun