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      09-14-2023, 10:10 PM   #2
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Drives: BMW i8; Toy 4runner TRD pro
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: Waco TX

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Great question.

Thankful I have a 2019 i8, that when stretched can go 40 miles on battery. With gas savings and environmental benefits -- averaging 59mpg. All the while having truly exciting near-supercar performance. And relaxed comfortable long distance cruising. On an upper-middle class budget.

Reminds me of why I fell in love with BMW long ago: a 2002tii that I bought for $2400 and lightened to 1890 lbs. Bilsteins, limited slip, Recaros, ... Sold it with 225k miles, in great condition.

My uncle had an Isetta. Phenomenal minimalist transportation.

Wish I had all three in my garage. They would all be competitive in the current global market. Timeless engineering marvels.

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