Boring Cars that are Fun to Drive

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  • čas přidán 8. 06. 2024
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  • @paulnota3672
    @paulnota3672 Před rokem +6785

    I love the fact that you follow up a guy saying that he sold his Nissan for a Honda with a commercial for Nissan 😂

    • @Laced_out
      @Laced_out Před rokem +250

      Business is business 🤣🤣

    • @Warrison_
      @Warrison_ Před rokem +46

      Seems legit

    • @kibbles615
      @kibbles615 Před rokem +194

      I tried to fast forward through the Nissan ad, then you tube thought that I should watch their ad for the same car😅

    • @Laced_out
      @Laced_out Před rokem +35

      @@kibbles615 did wtf 🤬 the same shitt happened to me

    • @maxr1401
      @maxr1401 Před rokem +29

      I've been getting the same Nissan add about every 90sec watching this channel for the past few weeks. Never changes🤬

  • @Sheo0130
    @Sheo0130 Před rokem +1448

    "There are no boring cars, just boring drivers" definitely needs to be a donut shirt

    • @loganmilks3481
      @loganmilks3481 Před rokem +5

      It’s genuinely difficult for me to have fun in an automatic transmission car, yet I have plenty of fun in my Chevy HHR 5 speed daily.

    • @loganmilks3481
      @loganmilks3481 Před rokem +10

      @@zanderx7 I have. I still wasn’t able to manually rev match, I wasn’t able to heel toe downshift, I wasn’t able to manually shift it myself. I just asked a computer to do it for me. I’ll take a third pedal any day of the week at the cost of “FaSTeR LaP TiMEs” to have actual fun with the car.

    • @brickson98m
      @brickson98m Před rokem +1

      @@loganmilks3481 to me, auto is plenty of fun, but especially so if it’s a DSG/DCT with paddles. But if I want to bang gears I have my bike for that.

    • @brickson98m
      @brickson98m Před rokem +1

      Definitely needs to be a shirt

    • @loganmilks3481
      @loganmilks3481 Před rokem +2

      @@brickson98m I physically can’t understand that lol paddle shifters are so unengaging. If I’m not able to control every bit of my shifting then I don’t want to drive period. That’s genuinely what makes the difference in a boring car vs a fun car to me.

  • @dil6969
    @dil6969 Před rokem +164

    I maintain that the Honda Fit is the spiritual successor to old school Civics. It's 90s economy car small while being endlessly practical and surprisingly playful in the corners. The torsion bar suspension in the back is nothing compared to the multi-link found on Civics, but like the Fiesta ST, that doesn't make it any less fun. It's a damn shame they discontinued it in the US.

  • @nameismetatoo4591
    @nameismetatoo4591 Před rokem +150

    I'm glad you guys have finally shown the Fit some love! Not only did you include it on the list, but you made it the very first one. I've got a 5 MT GE8 (2nd gen) Sport model with 212k miles on it, and I don't plan on replacing it any time soon. The quick steering ratio and stiff frame give it the handling characteristics of a roadster.

    • @TheBrianCloud
      @TheBrianCloud Před rokem +1

      Ge8 for life!!!

    • @Clumzy-go2uf
      @Clumzy-go2uf Před 10 měsíci +3

      my mum drives a 1st jen, its bulletproof

    • @jean-philipperacine9865
      @jean-philipperacine9865 Před 9 měsíci +1

      this summer i found one with 67 000 km on it for 4k. its a secong gen automatic with no rust at all .. dammn i love this car ..it as no power but when you alone or 2 in the car its pretty good for a 1.5l and this car stick to the ground you can take corner so fast it feels like a fwd go-kart .. slow in acceleration but you can never brake and just take the corner it will stick to the ground .. greath touge car , great daily car , great sleeper if you put money in it .... i would love to put a k20 in it in the near future

  • @Scruffy_Hobo
    @Scruffy_Hobo Před rokem +714

    I don't know who edited this, but I can tell they had a blast. 10/10 Editor. We love you

    • @jjcoola998
      @jjcoola998 Před rokem +14

      Yeah they crushed it

    • @OutsideDuhBox
      @OutsideDuhBox Před rokem +5

      What I was gonna say!

    • @douglasboyle6544
      @douglasboyle6544 Před rokem +12

      Everything at Donut has just been getting better in quality, the camera work, the editing, it all deserves praise lately! They're really coming together.

    • @ibraheemmonks8866
      @ibraheemmonks8866 Před rokem +9

      The editors for donut media are goats. Every video has fun playful editing that isn’t in your face or over the top but is still so entertaining.

    • @carcrashjayson
      @carcrashjayson Před rokem

      14:56 The fake silence was pretty good. You can tell they just show Justin listening to Nolan again waiting for his line with no audio (he turns his head twice the exact same way). The joke was entirely made in the editing.

  • @eliasmachalek4856
    @eliasmachalek4856 Před rokem +987

    It's not power you need for fun, it's lightness and nice suspension and I'm gonna die living on this hill

    • @btherealbb
      @btherealbb Před rokem +28

      I stand with you!!!

    • @centuryhelix8727
      @centuryhelix8727 Před rokem +68

      You’re right but this channel is all about MO’ POWA BABY

    • @eliasmachalek4856
      @eliasmachalek4856 Před rokem +14

      @@centuryhelix8727 MOAH POWAH BABY!

    • @Full_Deflection
      @Full_Deflection Před rokem +47

      This has been the Lotus business model for a long time.

    • @BigWheel.
      @BigWheel. Před rokem +20

      You're right. Horsepower is nice though but it's only really useful for competition. If you're just trying to enjoy yourself a solid platform is usually all that I've ever needed.

  • @postalpancho
    @postalpancho Před rokem +31

    I'd like to add an even more slept on car I owned years ago when I was in college, the manual Scion tC. Hear me out, you are essentially getting the larger displacement Camry engine with a shorter base and lighter Corolla chassis. The care come stock with 21mm sway bars and has a very affordable TRD Lowering spring that you can add that will make the care actually rotate around corners. I remember taking my tC to autocross and flat out embarrassing porsches, Camaros, corvettes, S2000s, and 370z when I beat the majority of them and finished in 12th place out of 58 participants. People thought I had a turbo, or some crazy sticky tires but I was practically stock and just running some performance all seasons tires. Car was anemic in s strait line but around corners it felt like a classic JDM tuner car. Those cars where widely slept on. Affordable, easy to work on, cheap parts, looks halfway decent, and actually had roomy cabin for its size. At the time and even now it cost less than a honda fit and is still faster, only downside is the aftermarket isn't that good. The tC gets slept on because it is too sporty for casual buyers who just want a transportation appliance like a Civic, but isn't sproty enough to be wanted by enthusiasts, so it sits in the middle ground where it get ignored and forgotten. Highly recommend it as a first car for someone in highschool or college.

    • @goon_time
      @goon_time Před 6 měsíci +1

      As a one time haver of a first gen tC, I agree with you bud. Great car, I at least loved the way the first gens looked and as you said - it drove awesome and was the newest manual transmission I had the pleasure of owning prior to making a family. Good times, will always have a soft spot for manual tC’s.

  • @noahschmitz6328
    @noahschmitz6328 Před rokem +18

    I got my aunt's 2008 fit as my first car and I'm still driving it! it's even been through a couple of accidents and runs like a dream, and i love that you can fold the seats all the way down

  • @isaacc660
    @isaacc660 Před rokem +653

    Justin quickly became my favorite person on Donut. What a great addition to a great team

    • @Dubtoy94
      @Dubtoy94 Před rokem +7

      Yea me too! Man fits right in

    • @SavvyMon4
      @SavvyMon4 Před rokem +10

      Justin is like donut content now, generic and boring.

    • @ShipReK66
      @ShipReK66 Před rokem +4

      with the exception of Nolan, all of the other hosts seem to be emulating the Pumpfrey fellow.....& I struggle with that. ..alot. 😶

    • @802yotaguy5
      @802yotaguy5 Před rokem +2

      Is pumfree gone

    • @mindquad779
      @mindquad779 Před rokem

      ​@Ajax you're still here though HAH salty azz lil dood

  • @MrBoho7
    @MrBoho7 Před rokem +945

    Donut: used car prices are insane!
    Also Donut: let's ruins a few used cars and explode their value 😂

    • @CockatooDude
      @CockatooDude Před rokem +124

      The car CZcamsr death loop.

    • @happyprotogen8552
      @happyprotogen8552 Před rokem +48

      yeah its annoying :(

    • @RoyalQuest526
      @RoyalQuest526 Před rokem +62

      Yeah for reals. First thing they talk about is how old commuters have gotten over priced in the next few years, let’s make it even worse. All that for views.

    • @stockandslow
      @stockandslow Před rokem +34

      ​@@RoyalQuest526 Donut hasn't done a whole lot of "good" for a few years now, this is a common occurrence with them now

    • @Kjedesigns
      @Kjedesigns Před rokem +2

      Or you get ahead of the trend and have one before they do these videos then you get profit

  • @NicePillow321
    @NicePillow321 Před rokem +28

    I was an avid viewer when Justin first came aboard and now he is one of my favorites. Great fit with the rest of the guys.

  • @urfavbf999
    @urfavbf999 Před rokem +5

    I honestly went into this thinking that you guys needed to have my car on the list only to see it as #2!!! The Volvo S80 w/ the V8 is only 2007-2016, also you absolutely want the AWD model, it’s the flagship top of the line model. I have the 2007 specifically. SUCH a slept on car. Currently looking into turbo’ing it as well as other custom upgrades. Super fun & agile vehicle & it’s fast as hell too, it’ll surprise you I promise. ❤ so happy yall included it.

  • @ThatDudeinBlue
    @ThatDudeinBlue Před rokem +649

    My man Felipe has that i_o hoodie AND a Honda fit.
    A man of fine taste.

    • @HatakeMX5
      @HatakeMX5 Před rokem +39

      The S2000 he owns is actually i_o's old car too!

    • @tealchief
      @tealchief Před rokem +29

      RIP Garrett

    • @AudicyVEVO
      @AudicyVEVO Před rokem +3

      Very based indeed

    • @AudicyVEVO
      @AudicyVEVO Před rokem +11

      @@HatakeMX5 That's badass! May it live on forever in his memory and pump some banging techno out the speakers

    • @jay.fromthebay
      @jay.fromthebay Před rokem +11

      i_O was friends with the Donut crew... great dude and great vision, really miss him. I was just at Beyond this weekend and met a dude wearing an i_O shirt that apparently he had signed, such a cool dude and we definitely bonded over our shared love for the music.

  • @BlastMaster3000
    @BlastMaster3000 Před rokem +158

    I had a previa as my first car. Here in Australia it's called a Tarago. I had a lot of fun in that car. Changing the spark plugs can be done from under the right hand side seat. Once you remove the seat there is a cover under the seat that is removed to reveal the coilpacks and spark plugs. From memory, there is also an oil door in the centre floor under the carpet that is easier to access for obvious reasons.

    • @Dutchypeepers
      @Dutchypeepers Před rokem

      Hahahahh, Tarago’s used to be the touring musicians van of choice from the mid 90’s to the early late 2000’s -

    • @kevinkrueger9171
      @kevinkrueger9171 Před rokem

      Previa was my first as well. Went from that to a Honda Fit. Loved them both. I'd buy back my Previa in a heartbeat if I could.

    • @SykotikShadow
      @SykotikShadow Před rokem

      My 1st car I bought myself at 18 was a 94 AWD 3000gt twin turbo. Omg I loved that car so much. Now it would be great to have again but a headache to own since parts aren't cheap since they've been discontinued since the late 90s. Would love to see it come back to life again 2025 version.

    • @venivelovici
      @venivelovici Před rokem

      Yep, plugs/oil pan gasket/head gasket/ exhaust header all accessible under the passenger seat. Remove a few bolts, then the seat, then a stamped metal cover, and the top of the motor is right there for you. Plug and wire changes are easy. Distributor is accessible from pass side just by laying on your back. Another reason not to hoon this without some mods and a lift kit - a lot of vulnerable parts are 5-6” off the ground.

  • @nismo2070
    @nismo2070 Před 11 měsíci +8

    I worked for Toyota in the 90s-2000s. They sent some of us to Toyota training and we just happened to have one of the Previa engineers as an instructor. He was pretty damn proud of the Previa.

  • @TedHolmwood
    @TedHolmwood Před rokem +10

    I got rid of my Fit for a Tacoma for work purposes. I really miss daily-ing a zippy little Fit in the city and being able to fit into any open parking spot, hence the name. Such a great car and has a surprising amount of cargo space.

    • @Movic__
      @Movic__ Před rokem

      HEY FAN, YOU JUST WON A GIFT 🎁 SEND A DIRECT MESSAGE

  • @Dystrackshun
    @Dystrackshun Před rokem +182

    Nice, another list of cars that are about to skyrocket in value. Thanks donuteffect

    • @dragoneater5150
      @dragoneater5150 Před rokem +18

      ON GOD PLEASE STOP BOOSTING THE PRICES IN CARS, i think they fail to see the effect they have on the price of cars ʕ͓̽ ͓̽•̳̳́ᴥ͓̽•̳̳̀ʔ͓̽

    • @kittyhawk-ud3id
      @kittyhawk-ud3id Před rokem +13

      Guess they got to make something for content. It is annoying, as the internet putting things on a pedestal has the effect of completely blowing out prices on any consumer good.

    • @marcogallo2811
      @marcogallo2811 Před rokem +1

      unfortunately that's just crappy humans for ya. Everyone constantly wants to screw over the next guy or squeeze every last dollar out of everything. Everyone thinks they're freaking Gordon Gekko when selling a used car instead of just getting their moneys worth and moving on.

    • @KielTee
      @KielTee Před rokem +3

      Yeah seriously…. Stop these vids

    • @AK-sx4zp
      @AK-sx4zp Před rokem +10

      @@dragoneater5150 by boosting the price of these cars, they remove attention from others and therefore let the price drop

  • @orcastrike7750
    @orcastrike7750 Před rokem +103

    God damn it I was saving for a Fit, but now the prices are going to skyrocket since every 16 year old who watches this channel is going to want one. Thanks a lot guys

    • @melomal2554
      @melomal2554 Před rokem +7

      I’m in the same boat as you,
      I really hope they overlook it till we get ours😂

    • @orcastrike7750
      @orcastrike7750 Před rokem

      @@melomal2554 I got a few listings saved that are under 6k, but I’ll have saved enough to buy around November. So fingers crossed prices don’t blow up too much before then

    • @pr0wnageify
      @pr0wnageify Před rokem +3

      buy a micra

    • @orcastrike7750
      @orcastrike7750 Před rokem

      @@pr0wnageify I’m in the US bro we didn’t get the Micra

    • @haloreachstats99
      @haloreachstats99 Před rokem

      I got mine under 4

  • @cameronmichael4670
    @cameronmichael4670 Před rokem +8

    I had a 2005 Volvo S80 with the 5 cylinder turbo (~210hp) as my first car, and it was a shockingly nice car to drive and was even decently fast for a car like that

  • @brickson98m
    @brickson98m Před rokem +25

    V6 Camry’s are no joke, tbh. And some of the newer ones have some pretty badass looking appearance packages. Especially that TRD option.
    A great car for if you want enough power to get out of your own way, but you still want a practical, spacious, lowkey commuter that’s very reliable and easy to maintain.

    • @siloedspace
      @siloedspace Před 6 měsíci

      late to the comment but i wholeheartedly agree, people always ask me why i love camry TRDs even if it's a "downgrade" from my current cars. They look really nice, they're powerful enough and very practical for the price.

  • @jorgeelalto
    @jorgeelalto Před rokem +154

    My two favourite pairs of presenters, two days in a row -- Zack and Jeremiah, and Nolan and Justin. Gotta love the current Donut roster

  • @jckrbbt
    @jckrbbt Před rokem +146

    you guys have some of the best hosts on the internet. PLEASE bring back some of your staple series. I like these weird one-off shows but I crave stuff like B2B, MoneyPit, and anything with Zach Jobe. Give Justin his own series, love that guy! Also, great audio inside the Nissan!

  • @Jaxdrill
    @Jaxdrill Před rokem +4

    Immediately starting with the Fit, def solidifies my choice of wanting one before realizing I need a bit more cargo space than the Fit gives and the HRV came out.

  • @osteophagus
    @osteophagus Před měsícem

    I got my Scion xD new in 2010 and it's just a dorky little thing but it's perfect for me and fun. Gets up and goes, super room inside, no front end makes it super easy to get around when I go downtown. It's only just now needing a fix, it's just been standard oil changes and the like these past 14 years. I will drive it until it can't go anymore and I will absolutely cry when I have to park him for the final time. He may not be one of the ~cool~ Scions but he's my ride or die.

  • @eTiMaGo
    @eTiMaGo Před rokem +164

    As a Yaris owner, I wholeheartedly agree with the choice of the Fit, small cheap cars that you can throw around anywhere are so much fun :D

    • @Flako92
      @Flako92 Před rokem +7

      And if you want a bit more out of the Yaris all you need to do is swap the high comp 1nzfxe from a Prius, dealing in your 1nzfe cams.

    • @HRM.H
      @HRM.H Před rokem +4

      We used to have a yaris racingcup here. Slow but close racing because everyone ran the exact same spec.

    • @eTiMaGo
      @eTiMaGo Před rokem +1

      @@HRM.H I'm in Thailand, they used to have one-make races too, good fun ☺️
      Awesome username by the way 😁

    • @eTiMaGo
      @eTiMaGo Před rokem

      @@Flako92 my old one actually had a 4AGE turbo swap ;) But new one is the 1.2L model, someday will make it a bit spicier!

    • @avg895
      @avg895 Před rokem +1

      @@eTiMaGo how's the 1.2l compare to the old/current 1.5l that's in the vios/yaris too. I know in Malaysia we still use the 1.5l. surprisingly the yaris/vios has some decent aftermarket suspension parts, you can get roll centre adjusters from hardline lol

  • @alexandermikkelsen1684
    @alexandermikkelsen1684 Před rokem +305

    It’s how you drive the car that determines how fun it is :)

    • @highbrass7563
      @highbrass7563 Před rokem +10

      You are correct. I would entertain you driving my sunfire coupe! Slow cars fast is so much fun.

    • @alexandermikkelsen1684
      @alexandermikkelsen1684 Před rokem +2

      @@highbrass7563 exactly, i still wanna switch to a car with more power, mine only has 66hp, god i hate Denmark, cars are so expensive to own :/

    • @BigWheel.
      @BigWheel. Před rokem +1

      @@alexandermikkelsen1684 damn, my saturn had 100hp and only weighed like 2k lbs. What car do you drive that only had 66hp?

    • @alexandermikkelsen1684
      @alexandermikkelsen1684 Před rokem +3

      @@BigWheel. a 1,0L Kia Picanto, weighs about 1,1 ton😂

    • @highbrass7563
      @highbrass7563 Před rokem +2

      @@alexandermikkelsen1684 Oh wow eh. Denmark is an expensive country to drive in. I live in Canada and we pay more on insurance than any country in the world. Highest dealer markups and gasoline is criminally expensive

  • @HumphreyRCAdventure
    @HumphreyRCAdventure Před rokem +2

    My aunt has a newer generation CX5. She originally leased it from the dealership but immediately fell in love with it. And now I know why. It truly is a great car!

  • @dylanguerrero8053
    @dylanguerrero8053 Před 11 měsíci +2

    As someone who's knowledge of cars extends to only knowing how to change his oil. This channel is great for a casual like myself. And the hosts are always great.

  • @yungen_leem
    @yungen_leem Před rokem +148

    My mum had a Previa. You can spin the second row of seats around which was awesome and had these super thick carpets with a sunroof

    • @nairb2
      @nairb2 Před 11 měsíci +2

      That's rad! Sounds like an awesome van for road trips with the homies!

  • @Drinkyoghurt
    @Drinkyoghurt Před rokem +37

    Justin really grew into his role in Donut. Great addition!

  • @seancarmody3134
    @seancarmody3134 Před 8 měsíci +1

    YESSS! I did not expect you to mention the Accord but I'M SO GLAD you saved the BEST FOR LAST. I have a 2020 Accord Sport 2.0t 6-speed and I LOVE IT! For reference, I have also owned a 96 Integra GS-R and a 01 Prelude Type-SH and I STILL LOVE the Accord. I have had an 89 and 93 EX stick shift Accord's as well and THIS IS STILL my favorite car YET. Only mods i have on mine are V2 PRL intake and I straight piped and and it it SOO much fun to daily drive!

  • @tylervanwie6005
    @tylervanwie6005 Před rokem +1

    So true about the fit! My girl has one and I love driving it. Definitely lacks power on hills but it's fun driving all out going 50mph

  • @Istaysideway
    @Istaysideway Před rokem +106

    The fit is by far one of the most fun cars I have ever owned. The transmission is so smooth, and its like driving a giant gokart. Would buy again if I have the space ever.

    • @Iceman259
      @Iceman259 Před rokem +6

      I learned standard in a first gen Fit and it’s been downhill ever since

    • @GlassFoxGear
      @GlassFoxGear Před rokem +2

      My family has two and it's THE car to get if you live in a city and want a regular vehicle, the packaging in the first gen fit is incredible. Too bad about the water leaks though.

    • @DatBoyWavyy
      @DatBoyWavyy Před rokem +2

      I miss my fit but the water leak from the hatch is bad and also the rust was a pain. The motor lasts for a long time and sounds good

    • @KD6-3005
      @KD6-3005 Před rokem +1

      Not mine 💀 the previous owner didn't change the tranny fluid so it was janky af. But God I miss that car

    • @MiyanoShuumei
      @MiyanoShuumei Před rokem

      Finally a Honda jazz

  • @andybrinegar8861
    @andybrinegar8861 Před rokem +111

    Heck yeah! V6 Camry is the ultimate 'sleeper car' and definitely deserves more praise. Got mine for $4,000 with 190k miles, and still drives beautifully. That thing will easily last 300k miles!

    • @ian.williamson
      @ian.williamson Před rokem +5

      I got an 04 Avalon for $6k, same thing as the Camry but a lil extra luxury. Thing’s so dope, I love it

    • @brandondannys-menary3678
      @brandondannys-menary3678 Před rokem +4

      It’ll easily last ANOTHER 300k miles haha. Not just to 300k 😂 great cars though

    • @zevihome4809
      @zevihome4809 Před rokem +1

      what about a v6 accord coupe?

    • @trashbandit2449
      @trashbandit2449 Před rokem +3

      @@zevihome4809 v6 accord coupe way underrated. One of the quickest things you can get on 87 octane under 20k

    • @zevihome4809
      @zevihome4809 Před rokem

      @@trashbandit2449 the styling is also sleek

  • @DuhShazey
    @DuhShazey Před rokem +4

    Finally some respect for the V6 Camry, like you guys said it doesn't look cool but it fricking moves! I still own an 07 Camry V6 and man does it make peoples jaws drop when I race and I am the one ahead of them.

  • @sw.
    @sw. Před rokem +2

    I love my Mazda CX-3. All the CX cars have are fun drivers. The CX-3 really drives (and looks) like hatch more than a cross-over. 30 MPG, jumps through the gears in sport mode and it surprisingly zippy for a 150hp engine, Mazda styling and interiors are some of the best in the biz in my opinion. It's my favorite all-arounder I've ever owned.

  • @DarrellJones13
    @DarrellJones13 Před rokem +60

    Justin is so damn good. What a stellar addition to the all-star team.

  • @deletedlulla6129
    @deletedlulla6129 Před rokem +64

    As someone who owns a Volvo S80 (2004 S80 T6), yes, they're amazing!
    The first gen (98-06) wasn't available with the V8 but it was available with a 2.8/2.9/3.0 (depending on the year) twin turbo inline 6 which I'd argue is almost just as cool!

  • @DrChunder
    @DrChunder Před 4 měsíci

    once drove a base model, 200,000 mile Honda Fit from Vancouver to Montreal and it was the most fun I've ever had in my life. Opening it up on long stretches of freeway was so enjoyable, sometimes I'd slow down to a stop just to take off and row through the gears. Driving is what's fun, the car just lets you do it. Best $1000 I ever spent.

  • @jetcitykitty
    @jetcitykitty Před rokem +1

    When Nolan makes Justin laugh, my heart warms up!

  • @nabeel191
    @nabeel191 Před rokem +88

    We need more videos like this. Bravo to this channel for making this video and reminding us enthusiasts that we don't need a usual run of the mill enthusiast car to have fun 😄 the mazda3 wasn't mentioned in this video but I love mine and it's a hoot to drive. Screw anyone that says it's too slow :)

    • @jordanbrazinski8260
      @jordanbrazinski8260 Před rokem +8

      Slow car fast is more fun than fast car slow

    • @ballistinarwhal7530
      @ballistinarwhal7530 Před rokem +2

      I have a 2013 mazda 3 sedan, one of the most fun front wheel drive cars under 200 hp for sure. I will never sell it.

    • @mattb4640
      @mattb4640 Před rokem +3

      ​@@jordanbrazinski8260 you havent lived until you've done 100mph in a 2005 toyota sienna

  • @quattroCrazy
    @quattroCrazy Před rokem +22

    I had a dealer loaner Fit years ago and I absolutely loved that thing - even though I’m a 6’2” man and my wife said I looked like Donkey Kong in Mario Kart when I drove it. I would still rock one.

    • @VersanGetryx
      @VersanGetryx Před rokem +1

      That's a hilarious image :D Glad to hear you could fit in it! I have a BMW M Coupe and everyone at 6'2 or above asks how to modify the seats so they can actually fit...

  • @donaldwilson2620
    @donaldwilson2620 Před rokem +13

    Another honorable mention, a Honda Accord coupe with a V6 and 6 speed manual combination, especially the 2008-up models with the larger 3.5L V6. The ones equipped with the manual also don't have cylinder deactivation unlike the automatic versions which make the manual version a little more reliable.

  • @PostTraumaticChessDisorder

    Ford Bronco: GOAT mode
    Also Ford Bronco: gets stuck in the first stretch of mud

  • @thecamaroguy35
    @thecamaroguy35 Před rokem +43

    Hi donut I love your series of ''I drove every gen of xx car" and personally loved the gtr video. Since Camaro is going away can you please make one of the video from this series.
    I'll be grateful if you make one. It's my dream car and watching it go away is really heartbreaking

    • @K7cuber
      @K7cuber Před rokem +5

      yes we would love to see it. please donut make one video on this topic.

    • @jacobr6712
      @jacobr6712 Před rokem +1

      Gotta do challengers too

    • @thecamaroguy35
      @thecamaroguy35 Před rokem

      @@jacobr6712 yeah I'd love to see that too

    • @Red-jo2yu
      @Red-jo2yu Před rokem +1

      @@thecamaroguy35 muscle cars in general! Seeing an evolution of all of them would be sick

  • @roscoes-wetsuit1
    @roscoes-wetsuit1 Před rokem +58

    11:38 Honorable mention to the CX-30, it's basically a lifted hatchback and you can get a 2.5 Turbo in it making 250 HP. I've seen some sick builds of these

    • @j.t.553
      @j.t.553 Před rokem +3

      Definitely thought they were going to choose that over the CX-5

    • @makaylaserniotti1474
      @makaylaserniotti1474 Před rokem +1

      The CX-30 is one of my favorite cars I’ve ever detailed and driven. Absolutely underrated 😊

  • @mikejonesss
    @mikejonesss Před 10 měsíci +1

    Ive had a '10 fit 5mt for about a year now, its been a blast weaving thru chicago traffic & if you lower the back seats you have enough space for about 8 bodies

  • @roosternugget69420
    @roosternugget69420 Před rokem +2

    The most fun car i ever had was a base model 5-spd 2008 hyundai accent hatch back. it was slow, but it took jumps and gravel really well.

  • @TougeTourGuide
    @TougeTourGuide Před rokem +89

    I love seeing you guys finally talk about your Previa! As an owner of one, they are actually pretty easy to work on for the most part. Spark plugs can be easily changed once the passenger seat is out and the access panel is removed. You might could do it without taking that out, but it's 10000x easier with that service panel removed.

    • @melchorvincentagot1002
      @melchorvincentagot1002 Před rokem +1

      Speaking of Toyota vans, I'm from the Philippines and almost my whole family on my father's side and I went to Camiguin (great island but I'm not into travelling, plus you've never heard of it). We all had to ride in someone's silver diesel HiAce with a manual that would have looked a lot better if it didn't have tasteless cosmetic mods and it was just stock. I was thoroughly impressed of how good of a highway missile it was. It climbed the steep uphill roads of the island without any problem because it had so much torque and handled turns pretty well too.

  • @spicytuna62
    @spicytuna62 Před rokem +28

    I'm six feet tall, and I have two brothers who are taller than me. They are both broke, but they need a car, and I keep telling them _both_ to buy a Honda Fit. I sat in one at a car show in 2018, and my mind was forever changed on the car. They're so much roomier inside than you might think at first glance, especially for tall people sitting in the backseat. One could say it really grew on me. Stinks they discontinued it. Everything Honda makes just keeps getting bigger and more upscale. I remember when you bought a stick Honda because it was one of the cheapest cars in the world and it would outlive your grandchildren.

    • @wraithcadmus
      @wraithcadmus Před rokem +1

      We had two cars growing up, a K11 Nissan Micra and a post-facelift Citroen Xsara, guess which one my 6'3" stepdad with a bad back preferred?

    • @tallguygreg
      @tallguygreg Před rokem +2

      Bro, I'm 6'6" and I considered a Honda Fit back in college. I fit pretty darn well. But now I drive a Sequoia (also one of the cars they mention here). There are few cars better foe tall people than the Sequoia.

    • @backwoodstherapy
      @backwoodstherapy Před rokem +5

      Car companies are going more luxurious because that's what makes them money, unfortunately.

    • @crushbent
      @crushbent Před rokem

      only thing i heard about the fit and taller people is the gas pedal is a bit steep and their ankle hurts after a while 😂

    • @spicytuna62
      @spicytuna62 Před rokem +1

      @@tallguygreg My parents have a 2012 Platinum. I think it's up to 140,000 miles and I've told them if they ever consider selling it that I want to be on the short list. I don't have any kids, but my brother does so I think he might have a higher spot on that list. That said, my kids will probably be in college by the time they decide to sell it anyway lol

  • @Izod._1
    @Izod._1 Před rokem

    my dad has a 08 fit sport with a manual transmission, hasnt gas an issue, and it’s abt $20-25 for a full tank. very economic but since it’s so light, even putting somebody in the backseat it scrapes once it hits any small bump in the road. clutch feels great and smooth on them so it takes a little bit more practice to get it from jerking back and forth or even stalling out. this is the same car I learned to drive manual in. def buy one.

  • @crazyphrog6289
    @crazyphrog6289 Před rokem +1

    The Previa reminds me of the Toyota Estima I had in New Zealand. It was front engine, supercharged, real wheel drive. And it was awesome on the corners in the wet. Until I blew the motor up because apparently the back of the engine doesn't get much oil. But I've seen some videos of people who drift them and I think that is what you should do with the Previa

  • @clamboni9
    @clamboni9 Před rokem +41

    My aunt had an s80. Didn't really look the part, but that car was pretty fun to drive. Stuck to the road wayyyyy better than you would have thought.

  • @shiftinglanesgarage
    @shiftinglanesgarage Před rokem +62

    That's us at 4:47. We drove our buddy Joey's Volvo S80 V8 over on our main channel a few years ago. Can confirm these things sound amazing with an exhaust. Fun fact, it's the same engine they used in the Aussie Supercar series and also put in the Noble M600.

    • @j.t.553
      @j.t.553 Před rokem +5

      Are these pretty reliable vehicles? I want to get another big body V8 I've had a Grand Marquis a Mercury Marauder a rear wheel drive RT Magnum and my latest was and all-wheel drive RT Magnum. Wouldn't mind another all-wheel drive V8 car

    • @tuckerniles4934
      @tuckerniles4934 Před rokem +5

      I’m just mad they talked about it we wanted to gatekeepe it

    • @JongLohngson
      @JongLohngson Před rokem +1

      ​@J. T. The earliest models were known for balance shaft failure but they fixed it around 2011 I think

    • @JongLohngson
      @JongLohngson Před rokem +3

      It's worth pointing out that most s80s had a straight 6, including all of the examples shown in this video. The v8 model is very rare and usually runs well over 10k

    • @yaboirico5221
      @yaboirico5221 Před rokem

      @@j.t.553 gutted interior on an LS400 with a welded diff could be a blast and probably kinda reliable lol

  • @josephleatherwood1929

    I recently bought a v6 xse Camry and I love it

  • @glenn6583
    @glenn6583 Před rokem

    Thanks guys, really enjoyed your presentation!

  • @helenak.5482
    @helenak.5482 Před rokem +10

    I learned to drive on a manual honda fit and it was the best experience ever. definitely one of the most underrated cars

    • @Ascorbicon
      @Ascorbicon Před rokem

      Was it easy to learn?

    • @hayl3y1
      @hayl3y1 Před rokem

      @@Ascorbicon I also learned in a Honda Jazz/Fit and i can't say wether or not it was easy because I was learning ya know, I don't know if it would have been harder in some other car, but regardless in Australia there are many L or P plate drivers with one and I've spoken to heaps of people that say it was the first car so they do we manual also so it must not be too bad😅

  • @jkelley012
    @jkelley012 Před rokem +76

    My dad used to have a Honda Jazz (what the Fit's called over here) and it was surprisingly zippy to drive and spacious inside - loved it!
    I've also been in a recent rental Camry that was alarmingly quick and very fun to burn people off at lights with :)

    • @AndresLicari
      @AndresLicari Před rokem +4

      My parents still own a 2010 Honda Fit, the car I used through my teen years. kissed my girl for the first time in that car. Had a lot of fun with it.
      The only down side I could find is that the suspenssion is quite stiff and should have better milage for being such a light car. But apart from that it's an overall fun car I love it

  • @dtplaysmc8841
    @dtplaysmc8841 Před rokem +2

    Side note for the 3.0L Camry: They sound badass straight-piped. Its very reminiscent of a 2jz on the rev limiter (although much quieter). I daily an 04 and it has never failed to impress me

    • @coler7875
      @coler7875 Před rokem +1

      I had a 97 with a massive exhaust leak before the cat, it sounded insane. Almost like an NA 2JZ or VR6. Most people thought the engine was swapped when they heard it.

  • @braxtontollett5260
    @braxtontollett5260 Před rokem

    The editing on the videos lately has been great and hilarious

  • @bzs187
    @bzs187 Před rokem +66

    Like they say; it's fun to drive a slow car fast, not a fast car slow. Speed is relative, like when I'm going 50 km/h(31 m/h) with our tractor I feel like I'm flying down the road.

    • @luxtempestas
      @luxtempestas Před rokem +2

      I feel the same with my two stroke scooters with 49cc and 99cc, the feeling is that they are as fast as a 1000cc sports bike - and prolly more dangerous! 😁

    • @lovingtennessee7726
      @lovingtennessee7726 Před rokem

      Going over 15 mph on a tractor always felt sketchy as hell with the old case and Farmall we had. Always nice to get the speed wobbles going downhill with a bailer or a hay wagon

    • @bzs187
      @bzs187 Před rokem

      @@lovingtennessee7726 It's sketchy with modern tractors too. High center of gravity is not fun with high speeds. The only expectation is the JCB Fastrac, maybe, but I never driven any.

    • @PURENT
      @PURENT Před rokem

      Exception to the rule: Convertibles
      Whether you have a Mustang GT vert or an MX-5 vert, when that top is down it's always fun. Unless it starts raining of course.

  • @maverrik277
    @maverrik277 Před rokem +4

    Camry finally getting the rep it deserves! 4 cyl AWD is quite fun too

    • @Movic__
      @Movic__ Před rokem

      TEXT THE ABOVE USERNAME TO CLAIM YOUR GIFT 🎁!!!!

  • @Shadman9256
    @Shadman9256 Před rokem +1

    Another good car is the 2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Sedan. Most were outfitted with awd and had a 3.5 v6, 3.7 v6 or a 3.5 tt v6. Really fun to own and use and best of all they’re around 5-7 for one. Got mine with a clean title and no accidents for 5k

  • @RevsPastRedline
    @RevsPastRedline Před rokem +2

    If I remember, Previa had some scary front crash results. The Volvo S40 with T5 is like a classy Mazdaspeed 3 sedan. Loved test driving that one but it is small.

  • @BYLRPhil
    @BYLRPhil Před rokem +11

    Thank you for mentioning the Sequoia! I lifted my 03 and put 33”s on there we take my family of 6 out on the trails all the time. It goes everywhere!

    • @TokinWhiteKid
      @TokinWhiteKid Před rokem +1

      I'm glad to see Toyota went back to the solid rear axle on these for 2023. Independent rear suspension on them was a mistake.

    • @TheOperatorBravo
      @TheOperatorBravo Před rokem +3

      Gen 1 sequoias are beasts, I love mine and the crazy thing is most of them only have 1-2 previous owners who typically have every last mechanic note abt it

    • @witwicky735
      @witwicky735 Před rokem

      I remember an auto-writer tracked one to see what would happen. Was it Baruth? Anyway, it did quite well

    • @BYLRPhil
      @BYLRPhil Před rokem

      @@TheOperatorBravo I’m like, the 6th owner of mine. It’s kind of clapped out but it’s still a tank and I don’t care if it gets bashed on the trail

  • @ImperialVersian
    @ImperialVersian Před rokem +15

    This has definitely been one of your videos I have enjoyed the most. Great editing and content! You guys rock!

  • @ElsinoreRacer
    @ElsinoreRacer Před rokem

    When the Fit was just about to 1st come to the USA, I still had an old Autocross/Solo-2 car I had returned to stock, an 89 Civic Si hatch. Loved that car, but I needed new and was sad I couldn't just buy it again. Out of curiosity, I got a spec sheet for the Fit and it was astonishing how closely it numbers matched the Si. Chassis dimensions, weights, nearly everything. So I drove one: you sat higher in the Fit, just as quick but less rev-happy, a bit more body roll, better brakes. If the Fit came out in 1990 promoted as a hot hatch, it would be legend. Same car in 2005 (?) promoted as a MPG buggy gets no props. It's all in your mind. Great car. Who cares who knows as long as you do.

  • @Jenuin
    @Jenuin Před rokem +1

    13:12 Star Trek vibes 😅 hahaha it looks like a shuttle hahaha 😂

  • @FlinkFilms
    @FlinkFilms Před rokem +47

    The Mazda5 is also a surprisingly fun car. Definitely a bit of a bare bones tin can, but the manual trans and basically mazda3 suspension makes it pretty fun to drive. And the fact that it has sliding doors is also a quirky bonus

    • @Blortoblorto
      @Blortoblorto Před rokem +1

      I want one with a stick as a work/camping van so bad.

    • @PatalJunior
      @PatalJunior Před rokem

      Mazdaspeed3 was an awesome car, shame they don't make them anymore.

    • @j.t.553
      @j.t.553 Před rokem

      I own one right now about to go outside and slap some new wheels and tires on it lol it's my ladies car and she insists that it's a minivan I consider it more of a tall wagon 😂

    • @stapy7303
      @stapy7303 Před rokem

      I owned one, they all ended up in junkyards for a reason

    • @jeraldjoyce2995
      @jeraldjoyce2995 Před rokem

      @@Blortoblorto I missed a Mazda3 5 speed manual near me. It was only 2k too.

  • @risu7587
    @risu7587 Před rokem +9

    Honda Jazz / Fit is super popular to mod on Asia especially South East Asia since the car is pretty much still looking good for Teenagers here and didn't look boring at all. There are lots of Aftermarket parts for the car and you shouldn't be really confused to how to get one.

    • @shahrulnizam4713
      @shahrulnizam4713 Před rokem

      the South East Asia market Honda City is also a fun car to mod and drive, despite being longer, heavier and little bit understeer compared to the nimble Jazz/Fit

    • @congthanhtruong89
      @congthanhtruong89 Před rokem

      @@shahrulnizam4713 honda city mod sound interesting, can you provide more information. i have ones and doesn't do much outside the headlight upgrade(the stock ones is terrible dim, so unsafe to drive in the dark).

  • @1mizfits
    @1mizfits Před rokem

    Finally some Camry love! I don’t have the V6 version but I love my ‘16 le it’s a small thing but love shifting to sport

  • @ygypt
    @ygypt Před rokem +1

    Manual trans Honda Fit is an absolute blast. Also on the topic of minivans, the Chrysler Pacifica is an absolute sleeper, that thing is FAST

  • @dawgchain
    @dawgchain Před rokem +16

    "People keep buying the cars I want, making them more expensive. So, here is a bunch of less cools cars you should buy and LEAVE MY CARS ALONE!"
    Lmao. Good list.

  • @blinco1539
    @blinco1539 Před rokem +5

    I love how you guys sing a 311 song every time that number comes up. Never change boys

  • @rchaven-whooptang5211

    I personally love my GE8 Manual Sport, the engine is the same as Formula F motor option under the hood (without the restrictor plate). Makes a great high rpm hill climbing engine in the mountains, and when you get that i-vtec engaging is an amazingly smooth feeling. Gotta love lightweight and nimble cars.

  • @Kxc_________________________73

    TOOO EXPENSIVEEE Donuts 2023

  • @bigjimbo1371
    @bigjimbo1371 Před rokem +5

    I'm glad you guys finally made a video involving the Honda Fit. Bought my fit about a year ago and I absolutely love it.
    I sold my Toyota gt86 to get mine.

  • @lukiekeyz
    @lukiekeyz Před 7 měsíci

    The Mugen Body Kit for the Honda Fits take them to a whole new level too. LOVE them

  • @RRH377
    @RRH377 Před rokem +1

    I’ve been loving Justin more and more on this channel 🎉

    • @Movic__
      @Movic__ Před rokem

      TEXT THE ABOVE USERNAME TO CLAIM YOUR GIFT 🎁.

  • @bjarkelarsen183
    @bjarkelarsen183 Před rokem +5

    I love that you included the s80 v8. It's my dream car

  • @martinworboyes7529
    @martinworboyes7529 Před rokem +3

    no boring cars! always brightens my day to see you guys with a new video out

  • @zinochalabi2235
    @zinochalabi2235 Před rokem +4

    My respect for Felipe after finding out he has an s2000 📈

  • @shippingdepartment7114
    @shippingdepartment7114 Před 4 měsíci +1

    The Honda Fit is a mini-minivan. So cute.

  • @tylerworthington9090
    @tylerworthington9090 Před rokem +18

    I think all accords/tsx’s are great bargain buys most of the time. The fact that most come with a k series is a plus. And the best part is a TSX wagon. My favorite daily as of right now.

    • @lo0nyt0onz
      @lo0nyt0onz Před rokem

      The tsx comes with the k24, and the possibilities are limitless

    • @n64ever58
      @n64ever58 Před rokem +1

      Just sucks they didn’t make the wagon with a manual

    • @tylerworthington9090
      @tylerworthington9090 Před rokem

      @@n64ever58 yeah but the overdrive is actually nice as a daily. Honestly tempted to buy a high mile special edition and swap the trannys.

  • @atheist4life229
    @atheist4life229 Před rokem +4

    I went from a Mazda3 to a 2016.5 CX-5 GT and it basically drives like my Mazda3 did except it has a higher ride height, which in my state, is very, very appreciated. Around town it's super easy to live with too.

  • @carrioncrow8191
    @carrioncrow8191 Před rokem

    I love these little hidden gems. Surprised to see the Previa

  • @taranofford7754
    @taranofford7754 Před rokem

    2011 mazda 3s is very fun. Short gears, 6 speed, hatchback practicality, sounds good with a hole cut in the bottom of the airbox, absolutely eats corners.

  • @72xafalcon
    @72xafalcon Před rokem +3

    In the previa, tarago in other markets, you don't need to drop the engine to change the spark plugs, there is an access panel under the carpet (which you need to cut) on the right hand side

  • @ghostdriver_9677
    @ghostdriver_9677 Před rokem +5

    Honestly I own a jazz dynamic, in america the fit sport, it maybe only has 130hp, but so fun to drive around, throw around corners, and also the perfect daily as said in the video

  • @JamesDBuzzard
    @JamesDBuzzard Před 11 měsíci

    Thanks for posting this video Doughnut. Now all of these cars are out of my price range 😅🤣🤣

  • @silentfox8
    @silentfox8 Před rokem +2

    the previa also came manual trans as well as its rwd, its probably the most slept on in this list

    • @crankybear1236
      @crankybear1236 Před 10 měsíci +1

      I think there was even a supercharged version.

  • @Moon___man
    @Moon___man Před rokem +10

    Honda fits are sick. Got to drive one quite a bit, but I will say going through the mountainous stretches of I-8 in socal was one of the most terrifying experiences lol. Pretty sure I was downshifting to 2nd gear at certain points, felt like one of those semitrucks going 15mph up those giant grades lmao

  • @davealaddin9952
    @davealaddin9952 Před rokem +9

    4th gen 4Runner is also a great option over the Sequoia if you want a smaller size. Comes with a V8 full time 4WD for some models!

  • @tylercarrier
    @tylercarrier Před 11 měsíci

    Love the previa van

  • @123Ir0nman
    @123Ir0nman Před rokem

    Happy to see the camry up there! Such a slept on sleeper sedan!

  • @farrin_chef638
    @farrin_chef638 Před rokem +6

    I had my fingers cross to see the accord and y'all as usual did not disappoint. Big up @Donut respect from Jamaica 🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

    • @Movic__
      @Movic__ Před rokem

      TEXT THE ABOVE USERNAME TO CLAIM YOUR GIFT 🎁!!!

  • @isitafox
    @isitafox Před rokem +21

    Absolutely LOVED our old Honda Fit (Jazz in the UK). Bodykit, full stainless inc manifold and decat (with a ridiculously ricey sounding backbox from the USA), was my pride and joy. Plus it handled like a go-kart and was low powered enough to let you absolutely send it everywhere and barely used any fuel. Just wish I'd got the semi auto with the paddle gear change 😍

    • @gillm12
      @gillm12 Před 11 měsíci +1

      The auto with the paddles is so boring in the fit. My 5 speed feels so much faster than the auto.

    • @Billy.Butcher
      @Billy.Butcher Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@gillm12It doesn't feel faster. It IS faster

  • @liamcummings7271
    @liamcummings7271 Před rokem

    absolutely love my v6 avalon, the camrys bigger brother. does not turn at all its an absolute boat but because the 2gr is the same engine as in a lotus exige theirs actually a little bit of aftrmarket support for it. with intake, exhaust, and nd stage 2 cams its making 320ish and its such a sleeper, faster than most things in a straight line anything that isnt a v8 charger/mustang or around that performance level. and then you get on the highway and set your cruise control and it eats all the bumps and its a fantastic ride. i couldn't ask for a better daily driver

  • @Brian-rc2qi
    @Brian-rc2qi Před rokem

    My dad had an '04 Sequoia and I loved it growing up. Definitely gonna pick one up one I get the chance

  • @prinz7886
    @prinz7886 Před rokem +8

    Finally the fit is getting recognition
    SEA is full of em
    Wish there was more manuals sold tho 😩