The F-body, or also known as the F platform, was GM’s rear-wheel drive pony car platform from 1867 until 2002 and it was essentially used for two vehicles, the Chevrolet Camaro and the Pontiac Firebird. With such a large span of production there were four generations: First generation – 1967-1969 Second generation – 1970-1981 Third…
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5 unusual car noises you should be worried about
Over time, as you drive your new or new to you vehicle, you will get to know all its quirks and noises. Those noises you hear can become an invaluable tool in telling you something is going or about to go wrong with your car. Most people rely on lights on their dashboard to tell…
Found one, a 1976 Ferrari 308 GTB Coupe is for sale in Canada
A friend sent me this one in today, knowing that the 1976 Ferrari 308 GTB Coupe is one of my favorite Ferraris of all time. They 308 was introduced at the 1975 Paris Motor Show and allowed Pininfarina to step in as a designer. What a job he did, with the modernized for the time…
Why you shouldn’t drive on empty
Look, I’m definitely someone who suffers from range anxiety, I fear running out of fuel while on the road, but there is a lot of you out there who drive me crazy by pushing the needle to the last drop of fuel before you fill up. I get it, filling up can be annoying and…
So you’re thinking of buying a bike
There is something beautiful to be said about owning a motorcycle. The simplicity of them, the freedom, its unmatched. With that said, it can be overwhelming and costly. Many people that have asked me about bike ownership are surprised to learn the cost associated with ownership. I will warn you, it’s not as simple as…
What is the Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta?
Berlinetta? What? Does this guy mean the z28? IROC? No, you read that right, the Berlinetta. I had recently posted a Deal Find for one of these I stumbled upon in Canada and have since been receiving feedback on what the heck a Berlinetta is. For the third generation of the Chevrolet Camaro, GM offered…
Why are used car prices crazy right now?
You might be asking yourself, is it just me or has literally every used car gone up in value? You aren’t crazy, used car prices have soared since the pandemic. While many believed used car prices would be driven down by COVID-19, the opposite has actually happened for a few reasons. The first and most…
Deal Find: 1983 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta in Canada
Somebody buy this friggin’ thing before I do. I was alerted to this vehicle by a friend who knows I have had a long obsession with 3rd generation Camaros. This example is located in Wilmont, Ontario, Canada and is 1983 vintage listed for $3,500 Canadian dollars. It happens to be the Berlinetta edition, which if…
Find a local mechanic and support them
Whenever I hear someone bitching about their vehicle breaking down and how the dealer is quoting them an expensive repair, I cringe. Look there is nothing wrong with taking your vehicle to be serviced at your local dealer, but don’t expect it to be economical. With that said, also don’t expect a personal touch, such…
Why a Ford Econoline Van might be the best used overland vehicle
Yeah that’s right, the Ford Econoline van… as an overland vehicle. Just hold for a minute while I explain. While the Econoline has done a fantastic job being the vehicle of choice for various trades people such as plumbers, delivery drivers, mobile mechanics, and moving/van rental companes, it has also serviced some “speciality” fields as…