That could be, he certainly wouldn't be the first person to pay off police. But this whole thing just doesn't seem like a good way to make money...like at all. When it's all said and done it seems like it would be less work to learn to be an engineer and build something real.

Two things,

I love how at 8:21 you can actually hear his brain stroke out at the sight of the black lotus.

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Okay, I agree in principle that buying used cars is a better option. However here's the problem I have with financing.

I'm gonna catch hell for this, but I nominate the 2006-07 WRX. Sure the wagon is good (I own one) but the sedan just looks better.

This is an awesome idea for a new column! Keep them coming!

that's what i'm saying! it would make so much more sense this way!

this article makes me remember this comercial:

Doug, I have to ask a question though. IF you hadn't bought a Range Rover do you think such an expensive warranty would actually be worth it? I mean sure MaxCare is perfect for luxury cars where everything breaks, but what about something slightly less prone to britishness? Like a Land Cruiser or a Raptor?

So what your really saying is, "It's never been cheaper to go racing!"

COTD

With the addition of the body and additional interior amenities comes increased weight. What is the target weight distribution and is there a plan to upgrade the stock Atom suspension to compensate? Also what will be the final weight of the BEAST?

True, but it could potentially save other small businesses some money at the pump, that would allow those businesses to hire new workers. Lower gas prices = more money for tacos. Taco vendors make more money, they expand operations to let privately owned gas stations sell their delicious tacos for a cheaper price.…

True, but you're making the assumption that they'll make a complete hash of it instead of waiting to see how the numbers turn out.

Best snow tires ever?

This just seems like the next logical step in the free market. If the town can logistically support the prices at the station and stay in the black then why not? Will it hurt small businesses? Maybe, but only if those businesses don't compete with the prices. The state government already regulates the pump inspections…

10mm wrench.

This may be the only time a short bus can be disqualified because of the speed of it's occupants.