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This goes back to the age old comparison we've seen in many threads - if you don't demand 3 pedals, your choices expand exponentially. The Z06 was phenomenal. I was especially surprised by the ride quality - it was very comfy for daily driving. I didn't think ow-end torque (or the lack...

This is a great thread with some great pics. Check out the sign in front of the Comfort, TX High School. It basically says that you'll be shot on sight if you try to make Comfort the next Uvalde.

The OnStar connectivity fee is insane because all of us already pay for unlimited 4G/5G connectivity for our phones. When will the auto industry finally realize people want the car to use the phone's connectivity instead of the other way around ? Trying to add a ridiculously contrived revenue...

I love my MT 5. But nobody else has experienced the hood ripple above 130-140 ? I've seen it in two different 5 BWs. Hood starts rippling like a sail. I couldn't believe the paint was able to cope with all that movement, but it seemed fine. But I can still count on one hand how many times I've...

Congratulations !! Astons are very cool. Getting the last one with 3 pedals should be fantastic. I truly hope she's as reliable as advertised.

Welcome from a fellow Austinite !!

Sorry you had a bad experience here. Thankfully all my vehicles stay in my garage, so nothing to note so far. What race did you recently attend at COTA ? Or was it a driving class ? I've only taken "parade" laps during motorcycle races, but it was pretty cool.

I like the new Supra. Its basically a Z4, but with an available clutch and very interesting and unique bodywork. I can't say its beautiful, but I love it and it truly makes a statement. I thought you'd go for something cheap and replaceable if its truly a track toy, like a Miata or a GR86/BRZ...

That's beautiful !! I don't envy you when cleaning those laced rims............. :)

Thanks for the complement. I'm sure Bimmerfan is away of this, but BMW basically makes a Street Glide now: https://www.bmwmotorcycles.com/en/models/heritage/r18-transcontinental.html

Its difficult. I live in Williamson County, but I'm still in the outer fringes of the City of Austin. It is truly sickening to see the trainwreck that is local government. And even though Bandera County is right in the heart of motorcycle country, they hate us. The only 2 tickets I've gotten...

I have the best of both worlds. The wife and I ride on my Harley Road King. Harley baggers are so popular because they're great for what they are. Its has adequate power (if you're not trying to pass someone who's going over 80) and they are comfy and surprisingly agile. All Harleys have very...

We continue to show we're all very much alike. I get what I want all year, so the family has resolved that a few shirts are perfect for me.

I am truly happy you guys have health coverage from your prior employers - it is a huge deal. I did not expect ACA to go away since he didn't get rid of it last time.............Not sure how I can hang on til I'm 65........... When I compared my actual SS payments at age 62 vs 67, I calculated...

Thanks. COBRA is OK - the cost to continue my existing employer provided coverage is around $1,800/mo I believe. Its decent coverage, $3K deductible and just under $7K out-of-pocket max. But its only 18 months and I'll still need several years on my own before Medicare. A friend of mine will...

Y'all may not want to put too much detail in the public forum, but if you have advice, please DM me. After this thread made me seriously consider accelerating living the Good Life full time, I did a cursory investigation into health insurance. When my wife retired 3 1/2 years ago, my distinct...

The day GM announced the C8 would not have a manual transmission option, a little piece of me died. I have wanted a 'Vette since I was a little kid, but I vowed after my first car I'd never own another vehicle without 3 pedals. Of course that rule did not apply to my wife's vehicles :) But I...

Man, this thread hits home. :) I also plan to retire in about 2 years. The 5BW purchase was definitely part of the plan. I realized that 2 specialized cars weren't nearly as good as one great car that I could enjoy every time I went anywhere. So I went the other direction. When I bought the...

I had the good fortune to borrow a C8 Z06 this weekend. The map below shows the route I took, illustrating how great it is to live in Central Texas !! Google 3 Twisted Sisters if you haven't heard of it. I would not trade my CT5 BW with 3 pedals for the 'Vette, but for those fortunate enough to...

If you still have to assist the kiddos into/out of their seats, I think the 2-door should wait a while. You'll be switching back to 4 doors after just a few trips. :)