What's your non-traditional dream car?
Posted by good_morning_magpie@reddit | Autos | View on Reddit | 14 comments
You know, the one that when you tell people they generally reply somethinig along the lines of "oh, yeah.... really? I mean I guess that's kind of cool..." I'm not talking about your typical '69 Camaro or '71 Mach 1 boyhood fantasy car here.
For example, mine is:
- 1975 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. AMC 401, 4 wheel drive, white paint with the would paneling (of course). I really believe this to be an American icon, being mass produced and relatively unchanged from 1962-1991, being a pioneer in both the SUV and station wagon markets, legendary Jeep capability, and I personally believe stunning traditional American workhorse looks. http://www.wagonmaster.com/images/toprowComplete.jpg
You get the idea. So what is that oddball car that makes you swoon, and why? I'm looking forward to hearing your stories and to learning about some cars I probably didn't even know existed!
DeviousBurger@reddit
After spending some time in Italy, I'd have to say the original Fiat 500. Such fun, quirky little cars. But something to make it stand out. Like a 'busa engine swap or something ridiculous like that.
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
I'm thinking of an LS swap on that.
DrWobstaCwaw@reddit
I want a Suburban/Yukon XL with an absurd amount of horsepower. Like as much as possible. I'd lowball at 700, but I'd love 1000.
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
I bet that it could gap your Niro.
bleepysum@reddit
The 1975 Jeep Wagoneer kept the 401 cubic inch V-8 engine that was introduced the year before, as well as the 360 cubic inch V-8 and the 258 cubic inch I-6. This power allowed the generation of the original SUV to travel over just about any terrain asked of it, rocky or smooth. And with three available transmissions to go along with the three engine options, a 3 speed manual, a 4 speed manual, or a speed automatic, you should be able to find a 1975 Jeep Wagoneer out there that fits your specific needs. While you can't order these from the factory anymore and pick the options that you want, you probably want to know what options were available. Power steering, power disk brakes, a tailgate power window, air conditioning and cruise control can all be found on some 1975 Jeep Wagoneers. While certainly not luxurious by today's standards, the 1975 Jeep Wagoneer was comparable to some sedans, and was still rugged enough to conquer the trails. This truly versatile SUV can still make a great vehicle today, if you're willing to put in the time and money to do whatever work a 30+ year old vehicle might need.
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
Jeep was fine back then.
Now they are making glorified shittier Fiats like the Renegade, the Compass or the Avenger.
aron2295@reddit
90s Impala SS
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
And you bought the Spark which is a crappy Korean-made econobox with no reliability.
ride_forever@reddit
Geo Tracker
deleted_by_reddit@reddit
I like Geo trackers and Suzui Samurais . Fun little cars
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
I very much prefer the Dacia/Renault Duster over that.
It looks like a Romanian version of a 4Runner.
SteveB0X@reddit
Tesla
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
Fast forward to 2025, and Elon Musk (which founded Tesla) did a Nazi salute.
Now, Teslas are hated by everyone.
Imaginary_Act_3956@reddit
2011 Renault Fluence Z.E.
It's a very rare electric version of the Renault Fluence (common car here in Turkey).......it's rarer than a Rolls-Royce and attracts more attention than said Rolls-Royce.
It may look like a regular Fluence at first, but the grille is different, the Renault badges are blue and the rear has triangular futuristic taillights.
The Fluence Z.E. was made from 2011 to 2013 in Turkey, then it was passed to Renault Samsung Motors and the Samsung SM3 Z.E. was made from 2013 to 2020 in South Korea.