What’s the ultimate road trip car?
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You know that thread about the Praying Mantis ? He’s met his match at Lexus
I really really like the E65. Always liked the Bangle styling, pre and post-facelft. They make updates so you can run the 2010+ iDrive.
i often wonder if the rest of the car can be sorted by the aftermarket or if there are even any clean ones left. The E65 B7 is just perfect.
Three years ago took a road trip with my wife,daughter and son in law in the brand new 2018 Chevy Impala.
Big ,smooth, quiet and powerful(V6 no wimpy 4 banger)
Went from Denver to Vegas to L.A. to San Diego then back to L.A. and Vegas then Denver.
I spent the whole trip in the back seat and enjoyed every minute of the ride.
A great road car.
Big ,smooth, quiet and powerful(V6 no wimpy 4 banger)
Went from Denver to Vegas to L.A. to San Diego then back to L.A. and Vegas then Denver.
I spent the whole trip in the back seat and enjoyed every minute of the ride.
A great road car.
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Thought of that when I saw one today … drove a rental - Premium I think ? From Houston to New Orleans … nice road car for the money … had a V6 …
It was the same B7 that Car and Driver tested in 2007.
A class C motorhome. 200 miles a day, max. The stopping makes a road trip, not the driving.
BMW 5/7 series or Benz E/S Class, they are designed for this exactly in mind. Can drive my E39 all day and not feel exhausted one bit. Also drove a 2018 E200 wagon all over Europe, would sit on the Autobahn at 120-130 mph just wafting along like it may as well have been 70 mph.
If you have to go off the beaten path, then I would put a Land Cruiser high on the list.
If you have to go off the beaten path, then I would put a Land Cruiser high on the list.
Out of the vehicles I’ve owned I’d say my truck, but the 300 is very close. The seat in the van makes my butt go numb after awhile, but I’m a firm believer that you need to “break in” your seat to your body for peak comfort… plus after 60mph the van is gutless.
Money no object, I’ve always had a soft spot for Aston Martin.
Money no object, I’ve always had a soft spot for Aston Martin.
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1. I attribute the reduction of NVH to the enclosed rear wheel wells. On SUV's and wagons, you have the "exposed" cargo areas. Not so with the sedan and coupe setup.
2. Totally agree with your choice. The Impala V6 is always my go-to when it comes to longer road trips. Too bad they don't make them anymore
I'd honestly say whatever I own that gets me everywhere I need to go anytime I need it to regardless of distance with no issues. If I had to consider an all-time ultimate it'd likely be the Family Truckster from National Lampoon's Vacation... read about it and dream!
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The LS460 my FIL owned, which I mentioned before, really did shine on the interestate. I was surprised that it didn’t have much hole shot with the big v8 sitting up there, but it was in its element loafing along on the highway. Admittedly, though, the bmw 740 had a far more inviting interior for long stays, if you could handle busted cup holders and inoperative dot matrix displays on the dash.
ive got to drive out of state tomorrow and the f150 is probably getting the nod. While the GS350 is a smooth steer, and the taller OD gears relax well at 75, the 18” wheels and taught steering tend to detract (for me) from the experience - the drivetrain is so amazingly beautiful but the chassis really wants to play and keeps you a little busy at speed. I just about changed my mind and still could. One feature is locking it in 7 or 8 is great because it locks the TC and runs just like a stick, and I appreciate the control on a busier interstate. No cruise control in manual mode though.
moms 1989 accord MT 4 cyl was a shockingly great highway car. Well balanced chassis, nimble but planted. Quiet! Great stereo, and effortless at 75. They lost some of the sweetness of that vehicle somewhere in that DNA.
Im a little loathsome reading about I6 RWD volvos. My P2s were always enjoyed, but the power from the turbo at highway speeds would actually shift the compliant front suspension and change the handling at speed under boost, which I could feel and Did. Not. Like. RWD would have solved all of that!
ive got to drive out of state tomorrow and the f150 is probably getting the nod. While the GS350 is a smooth steer, and the taller OD gears relax well at 75, the 18” wheels and taught steering tend to detract (for me) from the experience - the drivetrain is so amazingly beautiful but the chassis really wants to play and keeps you a little busy at speed. I just about changed my mind and still could. One feature is locking it in 7 or 8 is great because it locks the TC and runs just like a stick, and I appreciate the control on a busier interstate. No cruise control in manual mode though.
moms 1989 accord MT 4 cyl was a shockingly great highway car. Well balanced chassis, nimble but planted. Quiet! Great stereo, and effortless at 75. They lost some of the sweetness of that vehicle somewhere in that DNA.
Im a little loathsome reading about I6 RWD volvos. My P2s were always enjoyed, but the power from the turbo at highway speeds would actually shift the compliant front suspension and change the handling at speed under boost, which I could feel and Did. Not. Like. RWD would have solved all of that!
Probably a small camper.
I’ll 4th or 5th the Lexus LS460. I had a 2007 long wheelbase model but only did a few couple hundred mile trips in it.
If I needed to bring the whole family, the wife’s Suburban is darn comfortable and has plenty of room. Gets decent MPG for what it is and has a nice elevated driving position for seeing over traffic.
I’ve been driving my MIL’s Bentayga while down in Florida and am shocked with how fast it is (0-60 in 3.6ish) and it makes an awesome highway vehicle.
If I needed to bring the whole family, the wife’s Suburban is darn comfortable and has plenty of room. Gets decent MPG for what it is and has a nice elevated driving position for seeing over traffic.
I’ve been driving my MIL’s Bentayga while down in Florida and am shocked with how fast it is (0-60 in 3.6ish) and it makes an awesome highway vehicle.
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I'll take the Ghost and drive myself
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