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Posted by d!abolic on Jan-14-2004 22:58:

I wonder if i'll still be alive on Saturday

I'm starting to wonder if i'll still be alive when Ultra Spin 4 kicks off. SEVEN witnessed collisions today. TWO near-hits yesterday. TWO the day before. And ANOTHER ONE today! I need one of those "HE'S GOT A BASEBALL BAT IN THE TRUNK" bumper stickers!


Posted by rabbitjoker on Jan-14-2004 23:03:

I almost died driving to work today - so my car is staying at the underground lot and I'm TTC'ing it home.

When you car is sliding left or right while you drive forward - that is bad thing.


Posted by drgoodvibe on Jan-14-2004 23:06:

quote:
Originally posted by rabbitjoker
I almost died driving to work today - so my car is staying at the underground lot and I'm TTC'ing it home.

When you car is sliding left or right while you drive forward - that is bad thing.


same happend to me as I was driving up Markham Rd. getting back ontu the 401.. for a second I felt like I was a rally driver


Posted by rabbitjoker on Jan-14-2004 23:08:

Jester

quote:
Originally posted by drgoodvibe
same happend to me as I was driving up Markham Rd. getting back ontu the 401.. for a second I felt like I was a rally driver


Weather like this I wish I had a WRX STi or a Evo7. Or hell, even the rally version of my focus SVT.

Weeeeee! That would be fun!


Posted by drgoodvibe on Jan-14-2004 23:10:

quote:
Originally posted by rabbitjoker
Weather like this I wish I had a WRX STi or a Evo7. Or hell, even the rally version of my focus SVT.

Weeeeee! That would be fun!



WRX STi is my dream machine.. I drool over that thing. Sadly I found out that the WRX is the most costliest vehicle to insure in North America.


Posted by Skipper on Jan-14-2004 23:17:

my BF is out there driving right now


Posted by rabbitjoker on Jan-14-2004 23:21:

quote:
Originally posted by drgoodvibe
WRX STi is my dream machine.. I drool over that thing. Sadly I found out that the WRX is the most costliest vehicle to insure in North America.


My bro was looking at getting one and the dealership said they could STi-ify a WRX for about $5k - but even still the insurance was nuts.


Posted by Fir3start3r on Jan-14-2004 23:35:

I'm not looking forward to drive home to Barrie from Toronto tonight..

Or even tomorrow morning for that matter


Posted by Vivid Boy on Jan-15-2004 01:02:

as long as u dont drive like an idiot and now ho to control ur car..u should be ok


Posted by Tordan on Jan-15-2004 03:56:

The trip that usually takes me 20 minutes to get home from work took me a hour today. But I loved every minute of it. Its such a rush when you feel the car slide and having to steer going up an icy slope is so much fun!


Posted by monishb on Jan-15-2004 03:58:

i agree with vivid boy.

Take the TTC, thats what i do all year long its still a heck lot cheaper.


Posted by DigDeep on Jan-15-2004 04:12:

I drive from Dundas (Hamilton) to Mississauga everyday....today i counted 10 cars in the ditch on my way home, and honestly i couldnt see 5 feet in front of me driving home on the 403 tonight!!! FUCK!!


Posted by SKELETOR on Jan-15-2004 05:40:

im not even touching my car...

RWD with no winter tires = asking to get into a crash

im just borrowing my parents car around these days. hopefully ill be able to drive my car on sat though.

its supposed to be sunny.


Posted by Endo on Jan-15-2004 07:08:

quote:
Originally posted by rabbitjoker
My bro was looking at getting one and the dealership said they could STi-ify a WRX for about $5k - but even still the insurance was nuts.


And still get it to pump out 75 more hp? Sounds scam-like to me


Posted by Rocco on Jan-15-2004 12:16:

but seriously i've seen a moron tail slide driving a beamer on my home. Anyone who drives anything that resembles a sports car, u should be able to handle it in any condition.

ok so ur making a right turn and u start drifting what do u do? freak out, turn the other wAy quickly and accelerate even faster so u drift the other way!!!! Specially if u have a RWD ride.


Posted by loconet on Jan-15-2004 13:02:

quote:
Originally posted by Tordan
The trip that usually takes me 20 minutes to get home from work took me a hour today. But I loved every minute of it. Its such a rush when you feel the car slide and having to steer going up an icy slope is so much fun!


You my friend, should get your insurance fees jacked up!


Posted by DigiNut on Jan-15-2004 13:17:

quote:
Originally posted by maxtuh
i agree with vivid boy.

Take the TTC, thats what i do all year long its still a heck lot cheaper.

LOL, and stand outside in -30� weather waiting 40 minutes for a late bus, then stand on a crowded bus with 600 people waiting hopelessly for a seat? Even better in the +30� summer weather where you can bake in the heat and be surrounded by sweaty unbathed bodies when the vehicle finally arrives. And endless fun when you've got 4 or 5 errands to run and heavy stuff to carry around.

No thanks, I'll risk my life and car battery any day over the TTC.


Posted by drgoodvibe on Jan-15-2004 14:44:

quote:
Originally posted by DigiNut
LOL, and stand outside in -30� weather waiting 40 minutes for a late bus, then stand on a crowded bus with 600 people waiting hopelessly for a seat? Even better in the +30� summer weather where you can bake in the heat and be surrounded by sweaty unbathed bodies when the vehicle finally arrives. And endless fun when you've got 4 or 5 errands to run and heavy stuff to carry around.

No thanks, I'll risk my life and car battery any day over the TTC.


the TTC's great when you just have to take the subway.. taking the bus or trolley bites!


Posted by Durafei on Jan-15-2004 15:37:

quote:
Originally posted by DigiNut
LOL, and stand outside in -30� weather waiting 40 minutes for a late bus, then stand on a crowded bus with 600 people waiting hopelessly for a seat? Even better in the +30� summer weather where you can bake in the heat and be surrounded by sweaty unbathed bodies when the vehicle finally arrives. And endless fun when you've got 4 or 5 errands to run and heavy stuff to carry around.


You sound like a 70 year old lady. No wonder soo many Canadians are overweight - everyone is too lazy to do anything beyond getting to a parked car.


BTW: TTC buses and subway are airconditioned.


Posted by failsafe on Jan-15-2004 15:47:

as for the WRX being the most expensive car in canada to insure. That's so far out to lunch I can't fathom it. What about a new ferarri F50? Hell even a BMW M5 would be way more.


Posted by DigiNut on Jan-15-2004 16:13:

quote:
Originally posted by Durafei
You sound like a 70 year old lady. No wonder soo many Canadians are overweight - everyone is too lazy to do anything beyond getting to a parked car.

Um... when was the last time you looked at me? Do I look overweight to you? No, I get off my ass and exercise. Standing in the same freezing spot for 40 minutes waiting for a bus is not physical activity.

As for the TTC, I've been there, done that, got the T-shirt. Am I spoiled? Maybe. Lazy? Give me a break. I think you're just bitter.


quote:
BTW: TTC buses and subway are airconditioned.

Subway yes, and I'll agree with Beh that taking the subway is just fine. Better than sitting around in stopped downtown traffic, for sure. 80% of the buses in Toronto, however, are still not air conditioned. Streetcars are iffy... they're nice inside, but at certain times of day, you can wait over an hour for one and it still won't show up.

Down with TTC. Up with risking bodily harm and severe property damage in cars during sub-freezing weather.


Posted by Durafei on Jan-15-2004 16:21:

quote:
Um... when was the last time you looked at me? Do I look overweight to you? No, I get off my ass and exercise. Standing in the same freezing spot for 40 minutes waiting for a bus is not physical activity.


Well, taking a TTC involves walking, which is a physical activity ( extremely important physical activity I should add). Besides, I wasn't even talking about you - I was talking about general Canadian population. But you did mention - "hopelessly waiting for a seat". Now don't tell me that not "sounding like a 70 year old lady".

As far as waiting for a bus for an hour: Ever heard of bus schedules? You can look them up online - and most of the time they are pretty accurate.

As far as 80% of buses not being air-conditioned.. I'm not sure about that. When was the last time you took a bus?


Posted by StereoPrincess on Jan-15-2004 16:33:

what i wanna know is...

why do toronto drivers lose all common sense when one snowflake falls. any other city that gets snow is fine. i mean, do all drivers turn into morons as soon as some snow falls.

ALL you have to do to drive is
1) Make sure you remove all snow from your windshields all around tha car. Not just a little space on the front that you can see out off. And make sure you have proper windshield wipers for the winter and that they work properly and have space to move. Visibility is usually the main cause for accidents.

2) Don't tailgate because in the winter you may not be able to stop on a dime. What is the big deal with staying a few feet back. It really freaks me out when I look back in my car and see another a few inches from me.

3) When driving, START breaking way before you think you would have to if it was summer. And slow down a touch. It really won't ki

4) If you ever get yourself into a skid situation, do not turn your wheel every which way, follow the skid because you will be much worse off if you keep going left and right and all over the place.


Posted by monishb on Jan-15-2004 16:51:

quote:
Originally posted by Durafei
Well, taking a TTC involves walking, which is a physical activity ( extremely important physical activity I should add). Besides, I wasn't even talking about you - I was talking about general Canadian population. But you did mention - "hopelessly waiting for a seat". Now don't tell me that not "sounding like a 70 year old lady".

As far as waiting for a bus for an hour: Ever heard of bus schedules? You can look them up online - and most of the time they are pretty accurate.

As far as 80% of buses not being air-conditioned.. I'm not sure about that. When was the last time you took a bus?


Yeah i agree with you, its just the initiative you take to make it happen, just plan it out correctly leave early, and taking the subway is hell lot easier and cheaper, subway runs till union station you can just literally walk there which takes about 7 mins or so.

Aaron face it your a old lady (j/k)


In regards to standing in line for a bus outside, i dont have to

I have the subway just below my apt



and yes the TTC buses and subway is heated and airconditoned according to the weather.

True a car is handy, but comes with a big price tag of - maintainence,gas,insurance ,breakdowns and lots of trance cds.


Posted by BubbleGirl on Jan-15-2004 19:48:

My ex has a WRX and he pays over $7 000 a year to ensure it. He's only 23 but still ! I could buy a used car for the same price !!!



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