CHOOSE YOUR "CLAN"

"d00mZ" (d00mz) 12/16/2013 at 00:26 • Filed to: Choose your fighter, MORTAL KOMBAT, Carporn, Automaker, Opponaut, DORIFTO

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Every opponaut has their favorite automaker. If you had to choose which to be affiliated with, which one to battle them all?

Pick one and tell me why. If it's not on the list, that's OK!! The pic is just a gist of it. Don't mind it if it's not there.
Me? Nissan/Datsun because I grew up with a couple of em in mine to my extended family's garages. Plus the z31 was the first car I've worked on with my Pops :)
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Satoshi "Zipang" Katsura > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:28

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I call Triumph.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:28

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Mazda. They have many good ideas and they make some great cars. And i love my miata!

twinturbobmw > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:33

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BMW! (Like you didn't know that already) Engineering every car, whether a sports coupe or a luxury sedan, to have great driving characteristics is just one reason BMW is my favorite.

Ravey Mayvey Slurpee Surprise > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:36

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I'll claim this corner.

Boxer_4 > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:36

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Fuji Heavy Industries (Subaru) because Boxer, AWD, Rabbit, and aircraft.

Luke's Dad Sold His 2000TL To Get a Sienna > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:38

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Lexus, because they're reliable and comfy. I know they're not cool because they're numb to drive and stuff, but I like large executive cars like the LS and LX.

KillerRaccoon - Group J's Sébastien Loeb > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:38

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Porsche. They're sporty, fun, and the new ones are practical and comfy.

Z_Stig > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:39

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Porsche.

PetarVN, GLI Guy, now with stupid power > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:42

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I call the VAG's name provider, VW! Grew up with my uncle having nothing but DIESEL POWER from zee Germans. I'd rock something from VW any day, all day, every day!
also, here's a few pics and a song!

I'm a VW Fanboy. I love well done VW's, and I'm proud of it!
EDIT: forgot the song!

...And since now one will understand this... here's one in English!

joemcm > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:43

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I've never driven one, and probably won't for a while, but I have a Porsche thing. Between the timeless design, humble roots and stubborn nature of the 911, it's definitely one of my dream cars.

Oh, and I almost forgot, they have a bit of racing history as well...

Great question by the way!

Coty > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:44

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Not the modern stuff so much (more because of owner personality than the quality of the vehicle) but the older stuff, esp. the aircooleds? Right. Fucking. Here. Baby.

Birddog > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:49

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I haven't owned enough cars yet to claim allegiance to one brand.

I'll take neutral on cars.

Trucks and Tractors?
It better be Red.

GhostZ > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:50

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Kwaishinsha Motor Car Works FTW.

JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder! > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:51

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Volvo

Beautiful hardtop convertible

Hot hatches in crazy colors

An awesome modern wagon

Classic and aweosme hatch

And a rad icon

Plus safety!

EL_ULY > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:51

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I'm not a car enthusiast so I can't make a choice. They all have good things and bad. My dream is to build a Frankenstein machine with a combination of auto maker's philosophy.

Tough and solid as an 80's Volvo

Sporty chassis like a BMW, Porsche, Lotus

Fit, finish, and quality of a Lexus

Dependable power house of an LS engine

Technology of a Ford or Audi

all in a package as complete and classy as a Mercedes-Benz.

The perfect vehicle does not exist imo, it never will. Only way is to build it my dagum self. But since i'm getting married in a couple months, its going to have to wait about 20 ish years lol. Come on 2034 :]

.... or a Miata :]

MtrRider Just Wants Doritos > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:52

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Because they make crazy shit but are still affordable. 200 mph, 662 hp Mustang that's not insanely out of reach? Here ya go. F150 you can jump and do insane off road shit with? Yes, please. Focus ST for insane FWD fun? Yes, and if you like driving in the fetal position you can have a Fiesta ST too. Bar-setting family sedan styling? Yes.

Not to mention their motto.

Justin Young > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:55

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BMW, I choose you!

ATTACK!

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 00:55

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I work for Ford and Chrysler now, and Ford is my runner up, but I'll always be a Honda guy at heart. I'm getting bored with driving nothing but FWD cars, so my next car will hopefully be an S2000. Also like my user name says Volvo is close to my heart as well. There is a lot of family history in the brand. The first car I've ever driven was one of my brother's many many 740s. I've never had the privilege of owning one myself.

Spasoje > JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder! 12/16/2013 at 01:00

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I was gonna say Volvo - because it's a...

(•_•)

( •_•)>-

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...safe choice.

Anon > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:01

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Maserati...because come one! It's Maserati!

Orange Exige > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:03

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Lotus!

Great automaker and though I had once doubted them all too recently (stupid Dany Bahar), the fact that they still decided to make the 2300 lb, 350hp V6 Exige makes me very happy (but I blame the fact that I'll never drive one on the lameness of my country when it comes to cool cars). Heck I've even come to respect the Evora now (except for the newer ones with the automatics -_-). A Lotus sedan though? Unacceptable.

While I'd love to have most any Lotus, my future will not be complete without an Exige. And then a Seven (replica). Anything else would be a bonus.

If only EssExTee could be so grossly incandescent > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:04

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That one.

cardboardarmor > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:06

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Ford.

I drive a VW right now, but you never forget your first car and I promised myself that one day I'd get a Mustang once again.

D > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:06

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Wu-Tang

Dwhite - Powered by Caffeine, Daft Punk, and Corgis > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:08

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Because Wat. EDIT: Supposed to be Crosley.

But seriously it would be either be Pontiac or Oldsmobile. But neither of them are on this list. Which I'm not sure why.

tromoly > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:12

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You missed one.

Yes.

All Motor Is Best Motor > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:14

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d00mZ > Dwhite - Powered by Caffeine, Daft Punk, and Corgis 12/16/2013 at 01:17

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Yeah I edited the post to clarify.
NO WORRIES!! If it's not there that's fine. It's just a pic to tell you what exactly do you like in general. No need to pick from it :)

Mathias Rios > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:17

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Mercedes-Benz.

JustWaitingForAMate > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:23

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You're missing one.

Because Australian.

Because Hoon.

kn0wn0thing > Satoshi "Zipang" Katsura 12/16/2013 at 01:24

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I think you mean Triumph, but i'm with you all the way.

Brian Silvestro > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:26

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Aston Martin.

Some of the most beautiful cars ever created, and they come with V12's and manual transmissions. This is the only answer in my opinion. Everything else is compromised.

d00mZ > Brian Silvestro 12/16/2013 at 01:29

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I have to agree... if someone asked me about luxury sports. Aston Martins are so sick. If I had the money, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. VANTAGE FTW

E30Joe drives a Subaru > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:31

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LOL @ "Practicality" and "Safety" and "Drivability" and "Not owning only racecars"

TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:40

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I prefer GM, but I would rather be associated with a brand that hasn't been in the US since the 2.8 Cologne v6 was a thing, TVR. Because fuck normality. they are/were the anti beige. Too lazy to find a pic, but look up "Reflex Spice Sagaris". That and the Cerbrera Speed 12 were some of the most batshit crazy cars ever made. And even though I will probably never own one, I love them. Strictly because they are insane. And, as such a twin turbo LS7 powered Sagaris, at 8-900hp is my dream car, it would provably kill me, but at least I would die with a smile on my face.

Dr.d > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:41

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One of the most groundbreaking companies in terms of technology and style. Plus, if I wanted to, I could drive up a ski jump!

Brian Silvestro > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:46

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Vantages.....Vantages everywhere

The Real Dacia Sandero > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 01:57

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Well...

Birddog > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 02:15

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Wow.
People call me narrow minded.
You're downright focused!
The Cologne 2.8 made it's debut in 1974.

TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! > Birddog 12/16/2013 at 02:23

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And the last TVR officially sold was a 1987 280i.

TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! > Birddog 12/16/2013 at 02:29

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Also...

wanna buy some crack?

Birddog > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 02:32

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Naw.. I'm good with Whiskey and Weed.

TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! > Birddog 12/16/2013 at 02:36

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And Black Sabbath and Slayer?

/Godddamn Electric
If you haven't heard it, it's a pantera song that references those things.

GhostZ > MtrRider Just Wants Doritos 12/16/2013 at 02:55

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Never forget

TheStraightSixKid > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 02:57

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Ferrari....

NoahthePorscheGuy > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 03:08

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Ferrari

Svend > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 03:21

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Skoda

Volkswagen owners. VW/Audi build quality, Bentley comfort ar below Ford prices. Innovative ideas like the sedan/saloon - hatchback tailgate, umbrella conveniently stowed in the rear left hand door. Comfort and space in a whole new level in it's class.

Birddog > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 03:23

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I've not been there.
I'm more of a Boys from County Hell fan.
Celtic Punk>hair bands

Tentacle, Dutchman, drives French > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 03:42

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Do you need to ask??

orcim > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 05:05

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Oh god. What part of me are you talking to? Ok.. let's pick one aspect of myself:

Urban Assault Vehicle. Mini-van, penis lengthener, and all 'round terrain handler. Oh, is my family mini-van vehicle support showing? Shit. Sorry.

BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 05:23

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You must be thinking of DeLorean ;)

BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 05:38

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Alfa, hands-down.

Although saying that, Triumph is probably nearly equal in the rankings. The only thing holding them in second is that they don't exist any more, so I can't get excited about new cars coming out.

Kookanoodles > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 05:49

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Peugeot, because pretty things,

fun things,

classy things,

weird things,

old things,

and sucessful things.

Tom McParland > EL_ULY 12/16/2013 at 06:16

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You are not a car enthusiast?....coulda fooled me. :)

BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires > Kookanoodles 12/16/2013 at 06:39

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and things to conquer Africa :)

http://www.curbsideclassic.com/blog/ultimate-…
http://www.curbsideclassic.com/blog/road-trip…

Kookanoodles > Tentacle, Dutchman, drives French 12/16/2013 at 07:04

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Based on your username, I'm guessing you meant Citroën ? The Gods of Kinja do not seem to be willing to grant your puny attempt at using the image comment function any form of success.

thebigbossyboss > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 07:32

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The ford Mustang is a beautiful thing. Also no govt money over here.

i-do-strange-things > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 07:36

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Yup. And the supply of the 2.8's was used up-meaning they were going to have to change engines. To get things federalized, they "back doored" the use of the 2.8 because it was in the states already. They were going to try to use the 2.9 + try the trick again, but it didnt happen. The cost to get a motor approved was too expensive to pas on the price amongst the 150 or so cars a year sold. (I worked for the US importer as the National service director.)

Tentacle, Dutchman, drives French > Kookanoodles 12/16/2013 at 07:38

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You guessed right. Both about the car brand and the fact that Kinja Gods didn't quite work with me in linking my comment to the right image coordinates.

Desu-San-Desu > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 07:47

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Pre-text Kinja test...

UPDATE: FAILED.

Kookanoodles > Tentacle, Dutchman, drives French 12/16/2013 at 07:56

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Xsara VTS ?

Desu-San-Desu > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 08:07

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As must as I love my quattro, I'm still a die-hard Subaru fan. I love their function-over-form, engineering-first mentality. I love their dedication to the boxer engine, which I still think is the most superior non-rotary engine configuration. I love that even though it's been decades since they built a RWD car, they still hit it out of the park with the engineering of the BRZ. I love the way their company is structured and run. I love the charities they donate to. I love their dedication to a green manufacturing process. I love how intently they listen to their fans and customers. I love how they've never given up on the manual transmission. I love how quirky they've always been, never afraid to try something new, even if it's a little bit weird or out there.

Basically, I can't think of anything about Subaru that I don't like.

Tentacle, Dutchman, drives French > Kookanoodles 12/16/2013 at 09:08

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Almost. 2001 Citroën Xsara Coupé VTR, so the 1.6L 4-banger, not the 2.0L one.

revrseat70 > MtrRider Just Wants Doritos 12/16/2013 at 09:14

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Despite all my deliberation with myself, I think I have to agree with you. Half of my favorite models by ford never even made it to the states. But for such a massive powerhouse of an automaker, they make some of the most interesting cars when they're on their game. I find myself buying several Fords in every racing game: the hatchbacks, escorts, RS200, GT, various Mustangs. I also appreciate they were the one american automaker that didn't ask for bail out money. The first car I ever worked on was a '96 Mustang too. I Learned to drive stick in it, and had my first go at a drag strip with it. My dad and I built it up pretty well before selling it to some kid I was sure would wrap it around a pole some day. My runner up is probably Datsun/Nissan though. I can't shake my love of 510's,240's,Silvia's, and GTR's...

DeltawingGothamDeserves > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 09:23

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Its down between Lotus, Audi and Caterham. Damnit.

Lotus, because handling and true driving experience.

Audi because german quality an' shit. Always loved Audis.

Caterham because (please refer to lotus)

EL_ULY > Tom McParland 12/16/2013 at 09:51

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lol yup, I like cars and all, but I loath ALL cars as well. I've worked from a little gas station service center in south Texas to high end dealerships turning wrenches for a little over 10 years. Cars cannot have a soul and all this other blah blah enthusiast buzz words. Also, a quality vehicle has never existed ever imo. Bullet proof engines are out there, but they all go to shit way to early nowadays especially. I've said it plenty of times round these parts, whether it's a Nissan Versa or 430 Scudaria, they are all just bolts, nuts, parts, fluids and just another paycheck in my eyes.

willkinton247 > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 10:53

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VW. I have always like these guys.

Goshen, formerly Darkcode > TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! 12/16/2013 at 10:55

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Nope, the last TVR ever sold was a Sagaris or a Tuscan with some sort of LS7 conversion, to the best of my memory. Your claims are only correct if you're talking only about the US market.

Goshen, formerly Darkcode > Satoshi "Zipang" Katsura 12/16/2013 at 10:57

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The only successful British motorcycle maker. Take notes, Norton.

Goshen, formerly Darkcode > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 10:58

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Because, like, I'm like a weird foreigner who, like, finds these things, like, exotic, apart from the Daewoos and Oldsmobiles with bowties on, like.

Goshen, formerly Darkcode > BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires 12/16/2013 at 10:59

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Technically a distant part of Triumph still exists, although their products may or may not interest you.

Goshen, formerly Darkcode > NoahthePorscheGuy 12/16/2013 at 11:00

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Judging by your screenname I wouldn't know.

TheLOUDMUSIC- Put it in H! > Goshen, formerly Darkcode 12/16/2013 at 11:17

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You know what I mean. That doesn't count.

Stef Schrader > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 13:00

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Porschetards gonna Porschetard.

<3,

Porschetard.

HoosierHorses > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 13:01

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BMW. You don't garner swings from vitriol to bliss in opinion by being average.

NoahthePorscheGuy > Goshen, formerly Darkcode 12/16/2013 at 13:20

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Jokes.

Anon4872 > Dr.d 12/16/2013 at 14:14

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I knew I wouldn't be the first to throw my hat in this corner...

Dr.d > Anon4872 12/16/2013 at 15:08

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I was surprised nobody had before me

BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires > Goshen, formerly Darkcode 12/16/2013 at 15:24

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Very true. If I were to pick up a motorbike, it'd probably be either an old military Triumph or a Street Triple.

I wonder if Triumph cars will ever make a comeback. I doubt it unfortunately, they've been dead too long, but it'd be really cool.

A3R0 > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 15:59

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Saab. I don't know why, I just do.

Runner up:
BMW. I just like most of the cars they make.

Vandelay Industries > d00mZ 12/16/2013 at 22:00

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like your question...great idea where'd you get it from :) http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/if-you-had-unl…

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d00mZ > Vandelay Industries 12/16/2013 at 23:23

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DUUUDEE.. I feel like an ass.. So sorry. I guess I didn't search that well. I shall delete it on your command MAN :(

JohnPlayerSpecial > Mathias Rios 12/17/2013 at 00:06

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I'm disappointed I had to scroll this far.

Mathias Rios > JohnPlayerSpecial 12/17/2013 at 00:20

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Me too :(

Vandelay Industries > d00mZ 12/17/2013 at 00:41

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No no no hahah not worth deleting...they're sort of 2 different questions...maybe reference mine and distinguish the difference?

Mine was sort of "death do us part" yours is i think "who am I going to war with"...?

JesusBuiltMyHotRod > d00mZ 12/17/2013 at 20:28

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This is a hard one. I grew up GM. My car guy adolescence was spent in Mazdas and BMWs, my car guy adulthood has included huge chunks of Jeep. I aspire to 911s, 458s, Reventons, among others. I guess I'll go with my first love: Oldsmobile.

Daycme TTT > d00mZ 12/18/2013 at 19:30

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If i was forced to pick id be rolling with Toyota. Racing history runs through my father's side. I rally so a lot of the cars i've owned have been modified into monsters or are AWD rally pure breeds. First rally was in a '83 Toyota MR2. First win was in a '04 Toyota Celica. I now have a 2014 VW Beetle hill climber and a 2008 Fiesta ST (the American 4 door that's been rallied once and is my daily driver). I wish i could jump back into a Toyota though. The pictures are similar to the Celica i use to rally but this isn't the actual car sadly.