The Struggle Is Real...
About this episode
Navigating the complexities of car repairs and ownership in today's economy takes center stage as Dave and his co-hosts discuss the challenges faced by customers and repair shops alike. They share personal anecdotes about the struggles of making costly repair decisions versus purchasing new vehicles, emphasizing the importance of understanding the long-term value of repairs. The episode also touches on the ongoing issue of parts shortages and recalls, particularly the Takata airbag situation, highlighting the interconnectedness of the automotive industry. Listeners gain insights into the realities of car ownership and the tough choices that come with it.
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Honda Civic
"...wo thousand and one to two thousand and two Honda Civics, as well as the Cervs, Odyssey's and pilots off r..."
Honda Odyssey
"it affects Akroas from two thousand and two to two thousand and threes, which is problem yep is a Honda. You got the Hondas from two thousand and one to two thousand and two Honda Chords, the two thousand and one to two thousand and two Honda Civics, as well as the Cervs, Odyssey's and pilots off ranging from two thousand and two to two thousand and three. And then of course you got Chrysler and Dodges vehicles are alwaysting. Nobody I want"
Dodge Charger
"...go against the Madenum, you had to go against the Charger. Also, see it went against the Challenger and the..."
Dodge Challenger
"...gainst the Charger. Also, see it went against the Challenger and the fifteen hundred. But you're not there don..."
Toyota Car
"...ow, they're making parts for Toyota, this type of Toyota car, and they're making this for this Chevy and they'..."
Volkswagen Up Volkswagen
"But if y'all don't know, we go look up what I'm talking about. But Volkswagen Bug was huge, especially like on the West Coast, even like me growing up, Volkswagen Bug was the cool car, Like every kid wanted to Volkswagen Buck. Like, you don't really see him in the East Coast now we yeah, you don't like, but on the West Coast, everybody was lowering him down, making California style bugs out of them. It"
Toyota Corolla
"...moving up to Akrola. He was going he was buying a Corolla. Not that he was buying anything even more, right..."
Mustang Fox Body
"...ands on one. Like I said, it kind of looks like a fox body, but like the cheap version of a Yeah, I guess th..."
Ford Escorts
"... away from me. But whatever, But I like that car. Ford Escorts. If you guys remember you go back some time, they..."
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