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Old 04-13-23, 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Kanpai
I'll never understand the logic of folks taking pictures of an odometer, while driving a several thousand pound metal box, for strangers.
I apologize, a bit overexcited perhaps a pic of my vanity mirror is more appropriate.
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Old 04-14-23, 04:04 AM
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Originally Posted by DLPTony
That’s actually the first time I’ve seen an odometer post while driving.
Reddit is notorious for them.
Old 04-14-23, 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Murmi
I apologize, a bit overexcited perhaps a pic of my vanity mirror is more appropriate.
I think the part that's important here is that you were moving​​ at a significant rate of speed while taking the photo.
I posted one of these recently when I hit the break-in miles, and I was also in Drive. However, you'll notice I was at 0 MPH. I was at a stop sign and made sure no one was behind me waiting. As much as I'd like to think I'm a pro driver, if I take my eyes off the road for more than a second or two I usually end up veering to one side. I'm definitely not going to do so for some photo that didn't need to be taken. Just saying.


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Old 04-14-23, 08:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Murmi
I apologize, a bit overexcited perhaps a pic of my vanity mirror is more appropriate.
I just noticed your seatbelt indicator was on too. Guess everything checks out now about the logic 😂

Originally Posted by arentz07
I think the part that's important here is that you were moving​​ at a significant rate of speed while taking the photo.
I posted one of these recently when I hit the break-in miles, and I was also in Drive. However, you'll notice I was at 0 MPH. I was at a stop sign and made sure no one was behind me waiting. As much as I'd like to think I'm a pro driver, if I take my eyes off the road for more than a second or two I usually end up veering to one side. I'm definitely not going to do so for some photo that didn't need to be taken. Just saying.
Preach, man. I rode a motorcycle for years and it really drives home the point that people are crap drivers. I sold it before the pandemic, where I notice even more distracted/reckless driving habits. If I kept the bike, I'd probably be dead or close to it at this point. People probably think we're weenies for having this ideology, but I like to think my car isn't at risk because some doodoo head wants to take a picture of a speedo while barreling down the highway.

Also, get dash cams people.

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Old 04-14-23, 09:28 AM
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Dash cams aren't necessary in this car. Bc most likely you will be the one doing the speeding and crashing into stuff. Why would you want to film that? LOL.
Old 04-14-23, 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by macmaster
Dash cams aren't necessary in this car. Bc most likely you will be the one doing the speeding and crashing into stuff. Why would you want to film that? LOL.
You underestimate the power of Atlanta metro drivers.
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Old 04-14-23, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by macmaster
Dash cams aren't necessary in this car. Bc most likely you will be the one doing the speeding and crashing into stuff. Why would you want to film that? LOL.
I don't know what you're talking about, I always go the speed limit
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Old 04-14-23, 11:46 AM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
Arentz...sorry in advance to ask here but seeing all the nice pics of the IS 500, have any of you placed a PPF protection on your rear diffuser?
My car is completely wrapped in xpel. They had to bulk wrap the diffuser
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Old 04-14-23, 01:19 PM
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^^ thanks for the info, the place I called wasnt very comfortable doing this part. I will keep looking around
Old 04-14-23, 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by wthrman2
^^ thanks for the info, the place I called wasnt very comfortable doing this part. I will keep looking around
find a place that does expensive super cars. Expensive cars are usually bulk wrapped
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Old 04-14-23, 03:31 PM
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No more driving pics I promise 🤞🏽
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Old 04-14-23, 04:22 PM
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No pics here, but just got to 1,030 miles and got the first oil change done at the dealer. The transmission is definitely getting snappier and smoother as I rack up miles. The V8 just gets better with every push of the Start Button and my wallet is starting to hate all of you and your mods

More Miles = More Smiles
Old 04-14-23, 04:28 PM
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Originally Posted by macmaster
Dash cams aren't necessary in this car. Bc most likely you will be the one doing the speeding and crashing into stuff. Why would you want to film that? LOL.
All three of my accidents that required insurance intervention were me being rear ended when I was already at a full stop (I think white Camrys are so common they are invisible), either at a light or in stopped traffic. People in California are terrible drivers and I have paranoia about driving in any car without a dash cam. One of the accidents was a hit and run so I was saved by my dash cam, they hit me and then sped off, and I had proof of it. Unfortunately at the time I had a shoddy dashcam and it didn't capture the lic plate. Now I have a good one that can so they won't get away.
Old 04-14-23, 06:04 PM
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Originally Posted by macmaster
Dash cams aren't necessary in this car. Bc most likely you will be the one doing the speeding and crashing into stuff. Why would you want to film that? LOL.
Then you just claim the camera wasn't working.
Old 04-15-23, 03:41 PM
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Finally no more eating winter tires!!
After about 2k miles, front are 11.5/32nds and rears are 10.5/32nds! I even drove in Eco mode all winter and tried to not accelerate quickly. They'll go quickly!!
Don't know if you have something similar @AmbyBomb ?

But, gave her a well deserved bath!


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