What is Your Favorite Car? 

"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo) 12/12/2018 at 12:22 • Filed to: None

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Does any one else HATE this question?

image because this is my favorite OEM wheel period. That is something I can pick a favorite of.

IDK about you but I get this question a lot from Non-enthusiasts and I can never answer it. for 3 reasons

1, It’s too vague. Cars some in all kinda of shapes, sizes, decades, countries of origin engines, drive-train layouts, price ranges, and intended purpose. I cant possible pick just one car and say its better than all the others. I personally feel it is impossible for me to have an end all be all “ Favorite car”.

Usually I’ll ask for a specific “genre” of car like “90 car economy car” or “50's American car”

2. My answer could change on a daily basis. I get excited about a car I find on CL or BaT, or one that i just learned about, and maybe that’s my “favorite” car of the day, but I might have a a different one tomorrow.

3 9/10 times the person asking the question doesn’t actually care what and wont understand how a 86 CRX Si, or 50 Dodge sedan, or a 2011 135i , could possibly be my favorite car.

bonus 4th reason is that non enthusiasts have under researched stupid answers like “the Lambo Choontash” or “that new McLaren” which were chosen purely because they flashy or expensive, which IMO is a stupid reason to like a car.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:44

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If you’re lucky, your favorite car is the one you’re driving right now.

Dasupersprint - base trim is enough > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:45

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Completely agree. Now, what’s your favorite song?

E90M3 > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:46

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I don’t hate that question, but the person who does usually hates it after I go down the BMW rabbit hole. 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 12/12/2018 at 12:47

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my car is a good compromise, but if money, and space weren’t an issue, i would not own it.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:49

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There’s always a compromise. Not everyone is lucky enough to have  the money or is in the right time and place to own their absolute favorite car.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Dasupersprint - base trim is enough 12/12/2018 at 12:50

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probably this one. Its one song i never get tired of, and can listen to in just about any situation . the original version is pretty great, but i prefer the acoustic . I also saw MCS preform this album acoustic live, it was a great show, and probably skews my view.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time 12/12/2018 at 12:51

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exactly. I think it’s my favorite of the cars I’ ve owned so far.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > E90M3 12/12/2018 at 12:52

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i used to be the same way, but it was a Honda rabbit hole. Now I’ve broadened my horizons which just makes this choice harder.

bob and john > Dasupersprint - base trim is enough 12/12/2018 at 12:55

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It would have to be Rise Against, paper wings.

loved it in elementary and high school, adoredd it in burnout 3.

15 years later, still the first song I load on any new phone or Ipod or whatever

Nibby > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:55

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what is your favorite thing?

Tripper > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:56

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I don’t hate it, but I don’t like it. Particularly when it’s being asked by someone who doesn’t even know what kind of car they drive (90% of people that ask this question.

My answer can be complex or simple, but if you get down to the “you have to pick one particular car this instant” My answer is “A Singer 911"

way2blu does a rev update > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:58

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The ice breaker activity for my school’s car club this year was “tell us your name, dream car, and current daily.”

“Hi guys, I’m WAY2BLU and my dream car is a stick shift  ‘91 Toyota MR2. My daily driver is a stick shift ‘91 Toyota MR2.”

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Tripper 12/12/2018 at 12:58

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oh that’ s a good one. if were counting custom jobs like this I’d gladly take a Electric Derelict 49 Ford . Jonathon Word can have my money.

punkgoose17 > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:59

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1967 Saab 96. I like the streamline design, you could get a 2 stroke with oil injector or the V4 that year. It has a flat floor, free wheel, and is FF. (T he most efficient designs put the engine next to the drive wheels.) It is still an affordable classic. It has back seats, so you can take more than 1 person in it.

My bird IS the word > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 12:59

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Give me a top five at least. although TBH I do have a favorite and it is going to be my first goal once acquiring a house.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > way2blu does a rev update 12/12/2018 at 13:00

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A chievement  U nlocked: Dream car acquired  

OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:01

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I’ve found my dream car to adjust with time. The ISF was a dream car I never thought I could have , but now I have one and I want a 911. CRAP.

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:03

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nope i just lie and name a supercar so they can nod and be all understanding coz ofcourse its a pagani i love those tooo

beats trying to explain i really really want an 82 civic wagon

now why do you want to work here... i hate that question

they know damn well i gots bills to pay thats why... but im not allowed to say that... have to brownnose the company and call it a great opportunity or some shit instead

Tripper > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:03

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It usually comes up when there is a big lottery pot. People at work ask me, “what car would you buy if you won?” The only bad part is then I have to explain what a Singer 911 is and why it would cost in the neighborhood of one million dollars. Then I show them a pic and they’re like “oooooooh”

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > punkgoose17 12/12/2018 at 13:03

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e yes I’ll take a stock V4 Estate for DD use, and a rally prepped 2 stro ke please

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Tripper 12/12/2018 at 13:05

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ah the “if you one the lottery what car would you buy? ”

my answer is usually a big plot of land and a hand full of beaters. 

TysMagic > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:07

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This was an interview question when I was working at a hot rod shop. My answer has remained the same since I was about 8 years old, 1969 Corvette Stingray in dark forest green with a shaker hood and lake pipes.

But that’s mostly nostalgia from gran turismo 2 days and the longing for that car.  R ealistically if I sat and thought about it, I couldn’t give an accurate answer inclusive of all the vehicles in the world. I did own my number one obtainable dream car, the 500 Abarth, for several years and it’s really screwed up the list. Idk what should be in the number one spot now. 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 12/12/2018 at 13:08

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that question is especially stupid when its an entry level, or near minimum wage job. the answer in reality is “I don’t want to work here”. but the best res pons e is I see an opportunity for growth and a company I can stick with.”

InFierority Complex > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:09

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What’s your favorite movie?

Yeah, people expect one answer when it’s not really that simple. Hell, just explaining what Lancia is at this point can be a longer answer than most people were looking for.

Captain of the Enterprise > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:10

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I have favorites for different roles and purposes but they change frequently.

Best long term daily is probably a Camry

Most fun daily probably a GTI with the DCT

If I’m in the mood for a rally car the WRX

Off road/SUV is 4Runner

Fun car varies a lot but probably a WRX or a Mustang

Best midsize truck probably a Tacoma but the new Ranger looks sweet

Best truck probably an Ford F-250 diesel 

I lap consider price with these options and decisions so it’s a very complicated question really.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > InFierority Complex 12/12/2018 at 13:10

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Dude you nailed it. Scott Pilgrim vs the World is my favorite movie. I don’ t even skip a beat with that one.

Tapas > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:11

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I agree - I can list cars that I like a lot. But I can’t pick one.
I hate this question about a favorite something . Be it cars or movies or song or even wheels.

I like many things and my preferences change. Why can’t I like many things?

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Nibby 12/12/2018 at 13:11

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receiving a blow job? yup thats it. 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Tapas 12/12/2018 at 13:13

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I think car and color are the hardest ones. With color I need context, my favorite color for a 3 piece suit is not my favorite color for the exterior of a house.

djmt1 > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:13

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Personally I love getting asked since I can give random answers . My last three answers were:

MK2 Jaguar

Toyota Chaser

Alpina D3 Bi-Turbo Touring

Watching the frantic G oogling afterwards is always amusing.

farscythe - makin da cawfee! > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:14

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i think they only ask that question for entry level jobs... for better paid jobs you’re expected to brown nose in the letter/email attached to your cv :p

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > djmt1 12/12/2018 at 13:14

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i do usually try to come up with something that will result in a “huh?”

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars 12/12/2018 at 13:21

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yeah that will change. My “reasonable dream car” has been a supercharged, manual 94/5 Camry V6 coupe, a Hyundia Genesis 2.0t,   a heavily modded 91 Civic,   a Starion TSI, and a late 70s American coupe turned Bosozoku car. in that order. those are just the ones since I’ ve actually owned a car. the list before that is looooong.

Die-Trying > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:21

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it gets even better when you start telling them about the car, and then out of nowhere tell them about the driveline/engine swap combination from something more ridiculous......... just watching those eyes glaze over as you start in on specs .......

ranwhenparked > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:22

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Its the sort of question that’s only acceptable  if the person being asked is a C-list celebrity and the asker is a writer for an in-flight magazine.

Cash Rewards > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:25

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It s milk and eggs, bitch

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Die-Trying 12/12/2018 at 13:28

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I ’ve been there. for a while my favorite car was my 1991 Civic. to which most people responded “really? ”

then I’d start explaining how I want to swap in a B18c1 from an Integra, and make my own Carbon fiber body panels, and 15x10" wheels with big sticky tires, and the 5 inch 944 style box fender flares that would require, and it would have a full cage, lexan windows, and basically be a 1600lb go cart with 250 NA horse power.

now try explaining to the average joe that what you really want to do is build a Bosozoku car...

CobraJoe > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:30

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It’s like the “What’s your favorite beer?” question.

My usual answer?

“I don’t konw, I haven’t drank them all yet.”

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Cash Rewards 12/12/2018 at 13:31

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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > CobraJoe 12/12/2018 at 13:31

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um... Left Hand Milk Stout?

in this case I’M the non-enthusiast  

SPAMBot - Horse Doctor > farscythe - makin da cawfee! 12/12/2018 at 13:33

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In sales roles, you are allowed (and encouraged) to say “to make money”. (Corporate America, anyway)

Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:33

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Buggaty Vayren

SPAMBot - Horse Doctor > OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars 12/12/2018 at 13:36

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I have many dream cars. I’ve had two and already so I’ll just have to keep moving down the list. I need more space/time/money for a lot of them, though.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever 12/12/2018 at 13:39

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THe bUgATi VerYOn Is tHe BeSt CAr EvER

bshappy > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:41

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Love MCS, particularly this album .

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > bshappy 12/12/2018 at 13:42

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Oh cool. I got to see Justin perform in St. Paul last month. it was great, but it made me miss MCS a bit. 

bshappy > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:44

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I didn’t know they broke up. They put out a new album not all that long ago. 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > bshappy 12/12/2018 at 13:44

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they wanted a brake from touring. Justin especially, then he got bored and started touring again. lol 

CobraJoe > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:47

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That’s a p retty good choice for a self admitted non-enthusiast.

But at least you know you like dark beers, and there’s a pretty wide selection of delicious dark beers out there, and they’re usually similar enough that you could grab one at random and probably like it. 

Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:47

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Pretty sure that’s a Lambo, dude.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever 12/12/2018 at 13:49

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that joke will never get old. Unlike the ugly de si gn of the Veryon

Tapas > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 13:57

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I agree, with one caveat - my favorite color for both a three piece suit and house is the same. Leopard print. lol

Die-Trying > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 14:01

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YES.......... like i said , i love to watch eyes glaze over......

it happens everytime someone makes the mistake of asking if i am working on anything interesting. and then i got em on the hook as i tell them about my 1927 ford model t, sbc v8, 4x4, manual trans, 1700lb, (dodge demon outrunning) project......

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Tapas 12/12/2018 at 14:01

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dark green for the suit.

a nic e soft yellow for the house. 

Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer > Chan - Mid-engine with cabin fever 12/12/2018 at 14:19

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Ew no

Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 14:19

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Also ew no

RallyWrench > CobraJoe 12/12/2018 at 14:59

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“The one in front of me” is my standard answer here. 

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 15:00

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Here is the thing about car people; they can appreciate just about any car. Favorite? For what reason?

Favorite car which...

- didn’t need a turbo and a manual but got one? Chevy HHR

- looks ordinary but isn’t? Golf R

- i s probably a hot mess but I’m glad someone owns ? Audi Allroad

- I could maybe own someday; maybe? BMW M2 Comp

- also any car with a ginormous wing

CobraJoe > RallyWrench 12/12/2018 at 15:06

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That’s good, I’ll have to remember that. 

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle 12/12/2018 at 15:08

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All valid reasons. I’d pick a Caliber SRT-4 over an HHR SS anyday 

RallyWrench > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/12/2018 at 15:18

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Hate this, I’m asked the question at least a couple of times a week. I can only answer by asking qualifying questions. For what purpose? Budget? Do I have to haul my family? Utility? Daily driver? Rallying?  Road trips? Pure driving pleasure? Hooning? Aesthetics? Comfort? Engineering? They’re all different answers. I mean, I really, really like my little beater Nissan truck to daily drive, it makes me happy. But people expect some bonkers expensive flashy car as an answer, so if they can’t define it better I just answer with the 1961 Ferrari 250GT SWB berlinetta and they leave me alone . 

pip bip - choose Corrour > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles 12/13/2018 at 02:30

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Lada Samara

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > RallyWrench 12/13/2018 at 07:19

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I have gone with a GTC4 Lusso a few times, because if I were a millionaire that is one stupid expensive car I would buy.

Of course they have no idea what that is and they look at me funny when I say “it’s a 4 seater, AWD, Ferrari hatchback