We have similar rules, the places I think we differ are 1) Caltrans hasn’t approved the sock yet (dunno why not); and 2) we have an in-between status where you can proceed with AWD (assuming you have M/S rated tires) without chains. This is the most common status up there when it’s snowing (R2). They typically just…

That model isn’t $600 if you look around. I bought the much more burly “Sport” model for 550 from Amazon before last season.

I think having a set of the basic Spikes would be awesome for your area. Easy on/off and great traction for light snow and ice. A worthwhile investment to be sure.

Hey, all CA snow flakes are special!

Yeah, I used to do the East Bay > Kirkwood every Saturday in winter and always left in time for first tracks #worthit #4amwakeupcall

Uh, we do get wind like that up there. All the time during snowstorms.

People outside of CA always gets the lulz talking about how we are required to use chains or have 4wd here... likely have never driven over Echo Summit down to Tahoe or over 88 to Kirkwood in a snowstorm. Think winding and narrow with death as a possible outcome if you somehow slid off (to be fair, there are…

People outside of CA always gets the lulz talking about how we are required to use chains or have 4wd here... likely have never driven over Echo Summit down to Tahoe or over 88 to Kirkwood in a snowstorm. Think winding and narrow with death as a possible outcome if you somehow slid off (to be fair, there are…

I thought it was more than fair. Walked away with near to 24k for a 6 year old car I originally paid 30k out the door for. I have close friends who are actually going to profit on this deal AND have used the vehicle for many months. To me, and those I personally know (close to 2 dozen!) who are going thru the…

Here’s my SS’s card, for whatever it’s worth. And yes I need some f’ing moisturizer.

The settlement specialists don’t work for the dealer. I asked this question during my appointment on Friday. We used a random desk and the guy even had his own printer.

WooHoo! I was part of the 6%!

Progress!!! Now get that shit notarized and back to ‘em ASAP!

I won’t be relaxing until the deposit clears my account. Until then, skeptical is the best way to describe it. Not skeptical that they will pay - eventually they will pay - but skeptical of the process and timing of it all. Next Friday cannot come soon enough!

We financed via a local CU.

We went through this looking for a AWD replacement for my JSW. Just did not care for the lack of power in the 2.5, and didn’t really want the MPG (or price) penalty in the 3.6R. We ended up with an extremely low miles CPO X3 instead, which we are VERY happy with.

I know the statewide average is higher (AAA has it at $2.65), but regular at Costco or Sams around this part of NorCal is $2.08 as of this morning (less than the national average!). Non-club, non-ripoff stations can be easily found right at $2.20. I noticed he said So-Cal, which AAA has above the $2.65 mark, so…

When I used to fly with my father, the club route seemed like a great deal. Owning a plane is like owning a boat on steroids.

I have had similar experiences with Amazon support. They have always found a way to make right when I’ve had an issue.

Ethically, sure. Legally? I’d be curious to see that scenario play out.