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A cousin of mine has two 7 series BMW's: a 1996 740i and a 1998 750i. Both had about 150k miles when he bought them, the 96 now has 225k and the 98 has about 175k. He hasn't had to fix many things on both of them so far (he's owned them for a few years), but when he has the maintanance costs...

That's what I was thinking. It's way too disproportional IMO.

you could also drop the pan and change the fluid and filter, then drive for a week or so then change fluid again. It might cost more, but chances are you'll get between 70-90% of the fluid changed, without the risk of damaging your transmission.

I just got some Kumho 795 touring tires put on my car. The noise level is very nice compared to the old tires, and being you dont drive at your cars limits, touring tires like these will be just fine. And for handling in the ice and snow, i can't comment first hand on this (got the tires...

I would also recommend the Ranger above the s10. I'm more of a GM person than Ford, but this is one category where Ford beats GM IMO. Get a v6 and you'll have plenty of power for pulling/hauling small loads. I realize that maybe this is different for me than you (i'm 17), but insurance...

watching it right now....very good show

probably be similar to most Ranger 4-cylinders as far as speed goes, and there are plenty of those on the road so that isn't too much of a problem apparently. I'd spend a bit more money and get a Ranger with the 4.0 v6 with that many miles on it though. The 4.0 is very durable and the truck...

My dad owns a 2004 Sportster Custom 1200. If you're looking for comfort, a sportster will be just fine for longer trips (may want to invest in a nice seat). My dad has a custom seat on his and my mom and him take day long rides without problems (they think it's as good as their old Goldwing)...

I love cow burgers, but one restaurant in my area does an excellent job with buffalo. I guess I don't really have a preference between the two, they're both really good.

Steak and Cheese on Italian herbs & cheese with pepper jack, lettuce, tomato, olives, jalepenos, and southwest chipotle sauce. Toasted.

I'm on dial-up right now (live about 3 miles from where service ends for DSL or cable). I know it sucks, but you gotta learn to live with it.

If you have an extra minute there's a really easy way to check out your engine seals and see if you have any blow-by (if you're doing other matenence anyways, it's nice to see what kind of shape the engine is in): 1. Pop the hood and unscrew your oil cap. 2. Turn your engine on. 3. Put a...

I notice this in my Oldsmobile. I have the 3.8 and the 4-speed auto and there are parts on the powerband where it's like "whoa, where did that come from!?!??!". My transmission is geared for economy/smooth & quiet cruising, and there are points where the power is pretty low and then all of a...

The SS might not quite be up to the Honda build quality or have as nice interior materials, but is a very nice car that might be worth a look. And don't mistake "poorer build quality" with unreliable. If it's taken care of, expect 150k miles out of the car easy without worrying about...

lol, funniest post I've seen in a while