Cars. What does the typical audiophile drive?

No question about it. I am Cup-O-Noodles incarnate.

However, I struggle with the decision to purchase a vehicle that helps the environment and our nation, and one that makes me believe I can still lay any 22 year old I wish.

Grant, perhaps there should have been a smiley face at the end of my post :^).

I remembered you for the Corvette and could not resist.

I loved that Corvette. Ultimately, I sold it because the roof seals heavily leaked water when it rained due to environmental heating and cooling cycles. Sold it to buy a BMW 330i.

Ironically, there are very nice deals currently on two or three year old Corvettes. Yet, I keep eyeing Honda Civics.

I had my eye on a Honda Pilot, the best equipped model. This was to replace my GMC Yukon which was a very good vehicle (NO problems at 5 years old), but the lease was expiring.

When I discovered the Honda was more than a new GMC (about $40,000.00 for the Touring model with Navigation). I bought a used BMW X5 with four years of total warranty and service contract.

This kind of service contract is with BMW, not an independent warranty company and covers EVERYTHING, even brake pads and hoses. The BMW was about $5K less than the Honda, so I went for it.

I know it's sacrilege, but honestly I would have been happy with another GMC, a Chevy Tahoe, a Honda Pilot Touring or the BMW. Guess I'm getting old :^).

We presently own two used BMWs. Our 2000 540i is honestly the best overall car we've ever owned in terms of performance, driving experience and comfort. No one appreciates the BMW four year free service, and six year (for a certified used) warranty more than us. We've probably had nearly $10k in repairs done on the 540i under warranty. My 2003 330i has had at least $5k in warranty repairs. It's year seven when the chickens come home to roost, and the hefty BMW repair bills begin to make a dent in the wallet. Until then, a BMW is a great vehicle.

My wife wanted an X3, and I said it was time we looked at alternatives.