A true Gem: Pre-Jalopnik Doug's Website

"CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist)" (ccpbb) 02/05/2015 at 01:14 • Filed to: None

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Doug operated his own blog before Jalopnik columns. One of my favorite articles was on the Corolla XRS and how it relates to his Elise. And now a direct quote from Doug:

Very true (both about the photo and about the fact that wagons always win). The photo has been changed. I've always wanted a Matrix XRS. I just wish they had offered it with AWD, like they did the base model.

Hopefully you get a Matrix XRS. With the 6 Speed stick and the 2ZZ (164-180 hp). Hot hatch from japan that has HP. I'm getting hard at that thought already. I'm going to Craigslist now to longingly stare at them.

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Flavien Vidal > CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) 02/05/2015 at 01:27

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"no one wants a sporty Corolla"... I beg to differ... I might even buy one!

CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) > Flavien Vidal 02/05/2015 at 01:30

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Well, if I save enough for a Matrix XRS, it will cost roughly the same as a AE86/AE85. My parents would allow the XRS.....as its "newer". I still would like the AE86.

Flavien Vidal > CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) 02/05/2015 at 01:32

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An AE86 looks very innocent for "parents". Also tell them you want "an older Corolla" and I'm sure it would be alright.

And don't get an AE85 really... you want a 4AGE and a LSD.

Flavien Vidal > CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) 02/05/2015 at 01:35

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It doesn't get much more innocent looking than that really :)

CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) > Flavien Vidal 02/05/2015 at 02:01

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Hm. Your argument is very good.. Thanks!

Flavien Vidal > CCC (formerly CyclistCarCoexist) 02/05/2015 at 04:27

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I know :)

Asking for "an older car" with a famous name that doesn't seem too sporty is usually a good way to bargain a fun car with your parents.