Bigger question is why does anyone own a German/English vehicle out of warranty?This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Bigger question is why does anyone own a German/English vehicle out of warranty?This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Ultracrepidarian
Because they can often barely afford it off warranty, it’s in “more than you can afford pal” territory for brand new.
From the German side - what American / Japanese sedans can you get that are any fun?This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
English side - there is absolutely no reason
It’s called a flexThis quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Originally posted by Thales of Miletus
If you think I have been trying to present myself as intellectually superior, then you truly are a dimwit.
Originally posted by Toma
fact.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
I can speak to that. I like the torture a bit.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
This is the only answer.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Ultracrepidarian
For the record, my vehicle also came from that region and I have little doubt it will end up in that region. No surprise there.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
You aren't wrong. For many, I think their vehicle purchase is primarily driven by brand and how that brand makes them look to others. Or, more specifically, how they THINK it makes them look... even though anybody who actually cares doesn't exactly tend to view an old European brand as baller like they think.
SO, latest update: LR tells me now that the NEW starter they installed arrived faulty, and there are no more available in Canada. It will take a month for another to arrive. This is an especially fun revelation, as we had a road trip booked in 2 weeks and I kinda needed an SUV for that.
Rover Life.
Jesus Christ! Put that fucking thing in a river and be gone with it.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Sell you a nice reliable Envoy
Do you still have your old starter? You could definitely get that rebuilt in a week. @BerserkerCatSplat recommended a good place but the name is slipping my mind.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
They have it. I suppose that'd be an option (thanks for the suggestion) though the last thing I want to add to the mix is a crappy rebuild and more problems. If it was winter this would be a real problem, but for now I'll just drive the Jaguar. I found a minivan to borrow for my trip, luckily.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
This is your smartest move yet in this thread. Last thing you wanna be doing is taking an unreliable vehicle on a road trip.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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Isn't it interesting that when you own an image vehicle, you have to borrow a sensible backup vehicle in case you need to drive somewhere?
(WTF am I talking about, my car doesn't even like to idle.)
This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show QuoteExactly the reason that Riander mentioned. if I want something that is enjoyable to drive realistically the only SUV fit the box was the Cayenne (personally) - I realize I might get a big bill sometime, have buffer set up for it and get a crazy amount of joy every time I get in and drive it. *knocks on wood* probably the most enjoyable purchase I have ever made. Still cheaper than a car payment on a Rav4.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Originally posted by arian_ma
your stomach is full of sulfuric acid
Sshhhhhhh. This thread could have gotten so much better.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
I think he should take the LR and just bump start it every day.
I forgot his other car is a Jaguar. Flex game is strong.
Originally posted by SEANBANERJEE
I have gone above and beyond what I should rightfully have to do to protect my good name
Not just any Jaguar, the XF R. The R is for Reliable.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
Amperage Tech is the place, Dave is the man. If the parts are available, they'll do a better rebuild than whatever sweatshop put the RockAuto unit together.This quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
don't be scared of rebuilt starters or alternators. A good rebuild is as reliable as new.
The mans been through enough lol I'm only assuming hes doing the road trip with his family so there's no need to make them suffer too because of his stupidityThis quote is hidden because you are ignoring this member. Show Quote
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