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Anyone else like driving econobox cars? (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 year ago by mrnono99@lemmy.world to c/cars@lemmy.world

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I've always been cheap when it comes to cars, as long as it has the basic necessities (A/C and Radio) I've been happy. A few weeks ago I picked up a 2019 Versa (5 speed) with 49K miles on it from my credit union's repo lot for 10K; the credit union also offered .99% interest so overall I feel pretty good about the purchase. The simplicity and efficiency has me in straight econobox nirvana and was wondering if there are other weirdos out there like me who just love a good bare bones car that does one thing and one thing only, going from A to B.

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[–] irkli@lemmy.world 2 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

I drive a 63 year old econocar, a 1960 Rambler American. With some modern updates it gets 20 - 22 mpg, and is as clean as a mid-1980's car (custom feedback carburetor, sealed PCV, sealed gas tank and charcoal canister). It's the same length as a Toyota Yaris. All of the seats fold down > FLAT <. Best car I've ever owned. It's my long distance car too, just came back from 2000+ miles from LA to Santa Fe NM and back.

It's extremely slow, lol. A 1960's VW Beetle would win any drag race. Cruises 65 mph all day long. It's quiet and smooth. Automatic transmission.

The interior is ummm not quite stock. Bench seats! Dogs love them.

[–] miked@lemmy.world 1 points 1 year ago

That's a sweet ride.