That's great and all, but it doesn't work for me. In the winter in Buffalo that RWD Mustang isn't going to be able to get out of my driveway. Not to mention the safety...
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pud said:
Heres an example of what I mean...not saying you have to do this, buts its just to give you an idea of what Im talking about....Now like I said, doesnt have to be a mustang, or even a v8 domestic...there are lots of cars out there that offer potential like I speak of.
no you dont, theres no amount of reasoning you could possibly spew at me that would convince me that anyone NEEDS awd. Sure it would be awsome, yes it does make life much easier behind the wheel in snow...but you dont need it.
You guys haven't driven in Buffalo during storms.
Youre right, Ive never had the pleasure of driving as far south on the globe as that. Im in northern alberta, canada....where summer is the week between spring and fall, winter lasts 8 months. I bet they even plow the roads there in Buffalo, must be nice.
this thread has taken a turn for the worse. We're recieving driving lessons from a 16 y/o kid...very bad driving lessons at that.
We all (all= ppl older than you) know not a damn thing we say is going to change your mind, we arent dumb...we've all been there and know exactly what youre thinking. Now that we have the opportunity to look back on our days of being 16, we are able to give advice regarding our own experiences. Thats the beauty of life, age and wisdom.
At any rate, you NEED an suv. Everything youve said you NEED in a vehicle, is more suited to an SUV/truck. For an EXAMPLE:
Ford explorers come in shift on the fly 4wd (they have an electronically controlled awd t-case), they are stronger (safer) than a car because they are bigger and have a full frame. You sit higher up which is nice because you can see more around you thus more awareness. Also being they are taller, means that the COG is higher than that of a car...and a smart person does not try to carve corners in them at high speeds, also making the suv a safer choice.
Now dont start MPG bs'ing me...youre looking at a twin turbo car, youre going to hit the skinny pedal once, spool the turbo up till she sings and you'll be hooked.
Do yourself a favour, get a 3-5$k car and make a deal with your dad to put the difference in an investment for your later on in life needs....there will be many. That is a smart, responsible choice.
ps have fun in the car.