I have a 1,792-mile road trip next summer... What car should I take?

"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck) 07/05/2019 at 21:15 • Filed to: Why can't I afford things that cost money?

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The Paseo...

Or... a Z4 coupe, Land Cruiser, T100, XJ, 1990 NA Supra, 4Runner... Or my dad's Rialta?

Maxima Speed > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:18

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Whichever is most likely to break, for maximum oppo  content.

CB > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:19

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Whatever you think will bring you the most enjoyment.

Also, surprising suggestion: why not a BRZ?

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Maxima Speed 07/05/2019 at 21:20

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Sadly that would be the Rialta, so I'm just gonna assume you meant I should buy the Z4 excellent choice

Chariotoflove > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:20

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Plenty of time to find a nice Tercel wagon if the longbed isn’t up to it. 

smobgirl > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:20

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Whatever rents for $20/day at your closest rental agency. So...a Versa sedan.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > CB 07/05/2019 at 21:22

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“N... Joi ?” You’ll have to elaborate, I don’t speak French.

BRZ: no grudges of any kind, just doesn't tickle my arbitrary fancies.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Chariotoflove 07/05/2019 at 21:23

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Longbed would make it no problem.

Any Tercel I touch would not.

wafflesnfalafel > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:23

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two business class round trip tickets on a Delta 757...

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > smobgirl 07/05/2019 at 21:24

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I can  stomach an honest versa, but in sedan form? Now you’ve gone too far.

CB > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:25

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You know that fuzzy feeling your get when you go to the beach with your dog when you’re not working? Probably that.

I’m curious as to what sporty coupes we could get you in for cheaper than a Z4 and still be fun. I feel like a G37 also would do nothing for you.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > wafflesnfalafel 07/05/2019 at 21:26

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Have been having this discussion with my wife. It would still be significantly cheaper to drive my gas guzzler than fly. Except you lose more time. And time is money. But money is also money. Plus you fly down and then you pay for a rental car anyway. When you could just drive and *have* your car. The debate continues.

Chariotoflove > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:27

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It’s nice  to have options.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > CB 07/05/2019 at 21:28

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I think I only want the Z4 coupe because there's less than 1k available with a stick and I'm a masochist like that, as evidenced by my current and previous cars.

CB > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:29

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That’s fair.

GSKING19 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:29

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I just found 2011 XJ PORTFOLIO. With a 178,000 miles for 7500 bucks, that's a fantastic way to go that far.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Chariotoflove 07/05/2019 at 21:31

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My wife does not seem to agree

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:36

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1995 Mercedes 500SL.

Shift24 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:37

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Depends on where. Is it farm land USA or scenic, or back country?

Farm land, most comfortable.

Sc enic, probably z4 or supra

Back country, take any 4x4 besides the jeep

smobgirl > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:40

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I drove one from Denver to Amarillo and back. Never again.

f86sabre > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:40

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Supra

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > GSKING19 07/05/2019 at 21:41

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Interdasting, but sadly I was referring to the XJ Cherokee... should have specified.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 07/05/2019 at 21:42

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That’s me, except the me part

CB > smobgirl 07/05/2019 at 21:46

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My sister is looking at buying one. Without cruise control.

She says she doesn’t want it. I give her a month if she buys it before she starts complaining.

gin-san - shitpost specialist > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 21:47

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Assuming you’re driving on asphalt, I’d go Supra. There’s something I love about a Supra without all the preconceptions that the 4th gen entails.

I base this thought on the fact that I’ve driven none of the cars, but I’m emotionally drawn to the Supra... but the XJ is probably sweet for eating up those miles, too.

smobgirl > CB 07/05/2019 at 21:51

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I’d drive it off a cliff with myself inside it. It’s the second-worst vehicle I’ve ever been stuck driving long distances in (only because  the Aveo caused physical pain).

CB > smobgirl 07/05/2019 at 21:53

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Yeah, a shitty long distance vehicle would be awful out here (or anywhere, really). I’m hoping some other moron buys it before she’s ready to, or that she finds something better.

Wrong Wheel Drive (41%) > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:00

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Depends on the drive! Z4 coupe is probably he answer either way though. 

Chariotoflove > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:07

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Wives  tend to exercise their own option in that respect.

Full of the sound of the Gran Fury, signifying nothing. > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:20

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Mini- minivan

Is

Always

The

Answer

Captain of the Enterprise > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:31

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How about a Pontiac Vibe?

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Captain of the Enterprise 07/05/2019 at 22:39

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It’s really uncomfortable after hour 5.

Although it is significantly more fuel efficient.

Captain of the Enterprise > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:50

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My 05 Corolla was as well now that I think about it. Granted I’m 6’3” and never felt like the seat bottom went out enough to support my thighs.

Perhaps the nicest 4Runner you can find?

boredalways > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 22:59

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Pretty sure that's a Supra

Grindintosecond > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 23:45

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Not if you get some crazy shitty tickets for shitty seats on spirit/frontier/allegiant and Priceline the rental. You could have a real shitty time after all's said and done.

Maxima Speed > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/05/2019 at 23:54

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That Z4 is a stunning car.

MiniGTI - now with XJ6 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/06/2019 at 00:53

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I vaguely know a guy who owns ( or did st the time) a beautiful blue  one. I actually drove it briefly.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > MiniGTI - now with XJ6 07/06/2019 at 00:55

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That’s my favorite color for these. Please, PLEASE, do tell me: how did it drive?

MiniGTI - now with XJ6 > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/06/2019 at 01:18

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Great I’m sure, it was only for about 5 minutes about 6  years ago so I don’t really remember I’m afraid.

Fun fact, I was told as stock these have a thing that restricts how fast you can dump the clutch to avoid breaking things. The owner had it removed,

M.T. Blake > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/06/2019 at 01:34

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A plane.

Maybe it’s the over 26 hours I spent in the car last week that has me sour for any road trips...

pip bip - choose Corrour > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/06/2019 at 07:02

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Yugo?

NojustNo > Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo 07/08/2019 at 01:02

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99 Camry xle v6 auto.ill even replace the rear struts for you.

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