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I moved to Aussie-land about three years ago, and left my 5.7litre Hemi Dodge Ram back in Houston, Texas. I didn't think I'd have a ride that I wanted to keep for the rest of my life so soon. Along came my 2003 VW Bora 4Motion, and I am very happy with it. Sure it's a car that costs a bit more to keep up, but to be honest, I typically opt to spend more for quality parts than the OEM replacement that the dealership or garage wants to put in.
I haven't done much to it other than keep it clean and sort out all the niggly bits, but that should change pretty soon. First things first, I've got Brembo slotted rotors on the way over along with some Akebono ceramic pads. I don't hit the track, so I just want something reliable, long lasting, dustless and strong in the stop.
I've got the Konig 17" wheels on there that look like they were separated from the car at birth. Don't know what's next, but the upgrades will most likely be few and far between since I want to do a lot of research and do as much of the work myself that's possible without spending thousands on required tools.
I tend to take every chance I can to step on the gas and blow past someone who thinks VW's are puntsy little eco cars. The best is when some hoon in a '95 Holden SS wants to have a go. Have only lost once to a modded turbo Range Rover, but it doesn't worry me, because the dude only had to but stuff, get it installed and put his foot on the floor.
Spending money and mashing your foot doesn't mean you can drive, it just means you have to spend more money to beat me or anyone else who can really drive. I love my car, and you just can't beat running through 6 gears with FWD. Look out roundabouts.
I'm also a motorcycle enthusiast. It's been a couple years, but I'm nearly done getting things in order to ship over my 2004 Arlen Ness Signature Series Victory Vegas. It's carrying a 92ci 1507cc V-twin that's scary. See you kids on the road.
I haven't done much to it other than keep it clean and sort out all the niggly bits, but that should change pretty soon. First things first, I've got Brembo slotted rotors on the way over along with some Akebono ceramic pads. I don't hit the track, so I just want something reliable, long lasting, dustless and strong in the stop.
I've got the Konig 17" wheels on there that look like they were separated from the car at birth. Don't know what's next, but the upgrades will most likely be few and far between since I want to do a lot of research and do as much of the work myself that's possible without spending thousands on required tools.
I tend to take every chance I can to step on the gas and blow past someone who thinks VW's are puntsy little eco cars. The best is when some hoon in a '95 Holden SS wants to have a go. Have only lost once to a modded turbo Range Rover, but it doesn't worry me, because the dude only had to but stuff, get it installed and put his foot on the floor.
Spending money and mashing your foot doesn't mean you can drive, it just means you have to spend more money to beat me or anyone else who can really drive. I love my car, and you just can't beat running through 6 gears with FWD. Look out roundabouts.
I'm also a motorcycle enthusiast. It's been a couple years, but I'm nearly done getting things in order to ship over my 2004 Arlen Ness Signature Series Victory Vegas. It's carrying a 92ci 1507cc V-twin that's scary. See you kids on the road.
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