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Thoughts on tuning up a 2021 GLC 43? Any considerations I need to take into account for tune-ups, generally?

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Looking for Diesel technician job near Saddle Brook New Jersey area

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Any good autobody shop recommendations in north NJ? Got a dent/scratch on my fender and dealership is quoting crazy numbers. TIA!

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Yay or nay on the new cruisers?

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Recommendations for a high accuracy, portable tire pressure reader? I feel like the Slime ones at Target are off a few PSI when compared to the onboard computer. Trying to find a brand that’s like acc… more

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i have a 1&3 year old. children are crazy expensive. have still managed to save (with a lot of help from grandparents) about $90K each for college. we also have a significant savings account. I’… more

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What's the one car brand people hate the most. Asking for a friend.

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Anyone here explored side gig of buying and selling cars from Facebook marketplace etc? Got a dealer license or renting cars on Turo?

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For car detailing/shampooing, should I spend extra to get a vacuum that’s also a steamer? Or just a regular portable wet vac?

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Purchased a mercedes CPO last month and have driven the car about 700 miles since. The low pressure warning came on for the tires today. Front tires are at 36/33psi L/R, and rear are at 42/41psi L/R. … more

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Anyone here own a Rush SR? Thinking of selling my street/track car (supra) and going all in and doing spec racing with a rush.

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I went to the car wash yesterday and realized it had been at least 2 years since the last time I gave my car a wash 😂 What's the longest you've gone without washing yours?

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Painting garage soon and need inspiration. Debating on either white ceiling and gray toned walls, or black ceiling and gray walls. Open to pictures and color combos.

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Are EVs killing car culture?

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What’s your daily driver and weekend car? Trek FX4 to get to work, Lexus GX470 my off-road bus, black e93 m3 my weekender

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What car do you have your eye on at the moment? 👀 It could be one you're seriously considering or just one you've been into lately

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If anyone of you are in southern area I brought a dealer and negotiated a price 4200 below msrp for 27500 plus TTL for camry 2025. However, I’m not buying that because we went for sienna so I could re… more

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First impression of a woman who drives a Toyota C-HR? Please be kind 😅

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Is it better to lease and then buy off after 3 years vs buying outright? Someone told me it is but not quite sure why it would be better. Would appreciate if you can explain it to me

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Just a warning—and I should know better, as a lawyer. But the top stopped working on my new Mercedes cabriolet and I took it to the nearest dealership—it was a sensor. I got a courtesy car and drove i… more

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Picked up yesterday. Lot of fun to drive

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How do you know if buying a used or new car is the right move for you? I see a lot of conflicting advice online regarding this topic so I'm just trying to gain some clarity on how to make an informed decision. What are some factors you've taken into consideration when making this decision?

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I need to replace my old E350 and am leaning towards a Land Cruiser, mainly because I don’t like buying cars and the Land Cruiser should last at least a decade and a half and it’s high off the ground … more

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Do yall pay your car loan monthly or biweekly? Just heard something about paying biweekly saves you in interest bc the interest accrues daily on these loans (typically). I just pay a little extra over… more

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Any Acura Mdx owner here who has experienced this error code as I’ve been getting it for few days and not sure how much would it cost or how bad is it?

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Any 2 door Ford Bronco owners on here? If so, do you have any regrets? In the market for one but have never liked/owned an American car so I’m a bit hesitant on pulling the trigger

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What’s good project car to buy in the $15,000-20,000 range? I was thinking of getting either a BMW e46, e36 or e40 M3

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So I posted a while ago, that I got a Mercedes cabriolet. The CLE 300. While I’m posting again, is one of my friends got in and said Barf! I replied “not in here mister this is a Mercedes!” He was sur… more

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Has anyone taken HP Academy courses before? Do you think I could learn to properly tune my STI by taking one of their courses (they use Subarus a lot)

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How does the long term health of a GMC truck compare to Toyota Tacomas/Tundras? Have a 2017 Tacoma with an access cab, and want to upgrade to a bigger cab. There is a 2020 GMC canyon available near m… more

Thoughts on vanity plates? Do you have one or seen any that stood out? I've heard some say that only insufferable people get them, but I do find them funny when done right 😂

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With current interest/apr rates, are you considering a personal loan over opting for PCP / HP options?

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Anyone drive Uber part-time/ on the weekends just for love of the game/driving and to pay for parking, etc? Anyone drive Black, VIP, etc can share their avg earnings if you do just like 10hrs/ week?
I … more

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Why are V8 Audi R8s so (relatively) cheap?
I get that it's not the V10, but the difference in price is absurd. You still get supercar styling and 430 horsepower, I don't get it.

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Hi everyone! I am currently seeking a new role in the automotive industry! I recently relocated to TX! I have worked at Mercedes-Benz and BMW as a client advisor in sales and looking to do the same he… more

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Trying to decide between subcompact luxury vehicles or sticking to non-luxury.

Subcompact luxury vehicles I’m considering: Audi Q3 S-Line, Volvo XC40, BMW X1, Lexus NX/RX

Non-luxury: Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness (cu… more

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WWYD: Asked Mercedes service for a specific loaner car model when dropping my car for service but the guy said they don’t have that model in their fleet. When I came back to pick up my car, saw a loan… more

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Has anyone gone with a no name auto insurance company before? If so did you have any issues? I have heard the rates are much better but concerned about coverage in the event I need to file a claim

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Anyone with a Porsche have the chalk leather seats? How has it held up? Torn between chalk and black interior for my 718

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