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Petrolhead Drives a Diesel BMW 335d
I've owned nothing but naturally aspirated petrol powered cars because to me, Diesels belong in trucks and vans. They're designed to be torquey and efficient, but certainly not fun. My my friend Jack reckons BMW made a diesel that is fun, the M57 found in his 335d Touring. Lets see if I'll be converted.
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Civic Type R vs Seat Leon Cupra - The Last FWD Hyper Hatches
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If you want a FWD hot hatch, the options seem to be becoming less and less. Today as the power level creeps up, the drivetrain tends to go AWD. Mercedes, Audi, Ford, VW, Toyota, Subaru and Mitsubishi's most recent high performance hatches all make north of 200kW and utilise an AWD drivetrain. However, Honda and Seat opted to stick with the simple and lightweight FWD drivetrain despite putting 2...
5 Likes vs 5 Dislikes of my E46 M3
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While I do love my E46 M3, it's not perfect and in this video I discuss some of the likes and dislikes of my car. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:13 Likes 3:35 Dislikes Thanks for Watching!
Audi TT RS Plus Review - AMAZING SOUND
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Check out the phenomenal sound of this Audi TT RS Plus, a wild 265kW 5 cylinder turbo TT! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:41 Exterior 0:54 Drivetrain 1:30 Interior 2:53 Driving Experience Thanks for Watching!
BMW M3 E46 vs E92 - I6 or V8?
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Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:17 Exterior 1:09 Drivetrain 3:12 Interior 4:18 E92 Driving Experience 6:47 E46 Driving Experience Thanks for Watching!
BMW M3 E46 0-100km/h SMG vs Manual
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Have you ever wondered just how much faster the SMG is than a normal person? Well today we're here to find out! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Thanks for Watching!
Manual Converting my SMG BMW M3 E46
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Today I get my E46 M3 back from HellBM, and it has a fully functioning 6 speed manual transmission. Was it worth it and how does it drive? Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Thanks for Watching!
Will my E46 M3 Make it to Auckland with a Broken SMG?
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Today me and Jack embark on a perilous journey 700km north to HellBM in Auckland to get my car manual converted. Will my E46 M3 with a broken SMG make it? Or will we be left on the side of the road? HellBM: hellbm.com/ Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:37 The Journey Begins 1:59 SMG Driving Exper...
I Bought The Cheapest BMW M3 in NZ
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While I absolutely love my BMW 130i, when an opportunity came up to buy by far and away the cheapest BMW M3 E46, I couldn't refuse. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro and Montage 0:38 Background 3:11 Picking the Car Up 4:20 Diagnosing the SMG Issues 6:10 Final Drive Thanks for Watching!
130i Gets New Wheels, LED Angel Eyes, and Spoiler!
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In this episode my 130i receives its final interior and exterior enhancements. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Thanks for Watching!
Full Bolt-On Lexus ISF - I Never Should Have Sold Mine!
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While at Hampton Downs Motorsport Park, I got the pleasure of jumping back behind the wheel of a car that was once very familiar to me. The Lexus ISF, only this one has a whole host of modifications, some of which I wanted to do to mine. And oh boy do I regret selling my ISF now! Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Thank...
Accord Euro R vs BMW 130i - Which KiwiCarLife Car is Better?
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In the final comparison with the 130i I discuss whether I made the right choice in switching to BMW, or whether I should have stuck with my Accords. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:48 Exterior 1:14 Drivetrain 2:16 Interior 3:17 Roll Race 3:27 Accord Driving Experience 5:41 130i Driving Experien...
Ford Mondeo XR5 vs BMW 130i - 5 or 6 Cylinders?
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Every now and then manufacturers deviate from the norm and put an unusually large engine in a small car. But who did it better? Ford or BMW? Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:03 Drivetrain 1:42 Interior 3:01 Mondeo Driving Experience 4:47 130i Driving Experience Thanks for Watching!
Ford Focus RS - Is it as Good as Everyone Says?
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I've driven almost every modern hot hatch under the sun. But many hail the Focus RS as one of the greatest hot hatches ever made. Is that the case? Time to find out. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:35 Exterior 1:08 Drivetrain 1:56 Interior 3:29 0-100km/h Time 3:41 Driving Experience Thanks for ...
Driving Every Race Track in NZ - 130i at Hampton Downs
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Today I complete the set of race tracks in New Zealand by taking on my friends at Hampton Downs in my BMW 130i. Follow me on Instagram and TikTok @kiwicarlife.yt kiwicarlife.yt www.tiktok.com/@kiwicarlife.yt Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:26 Looking Back 2:23 Hampton Downs 6:52 Wrap Up Thanks for Watching!
BMW 130i vs 123d - Petrol vs Diesel
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BMW 130i vs 123d - Petrol vs Diesel
INSANE Turbo Honda Accord Euro R Review
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INSANE Turbo Honda Accord Euro R Review
BMW 130i vs VW Golf GTI - FWD or RWD?
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BMW 130i vs VW Golf GTI - FWD or RWD?
Volvo S60R Manual - Swedish Sports Sedan
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Volvo S60R Manual - Swedish Sports Sedan
BMW 130i Hatch vs 135i Coupe - N/A vs Turbo
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BMW 130i Hatch vs 135i Coupe - N/A vs Turbo
Audi TT vs BMW Z4 - Long Distance Driving Comparison
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Audi TT vs BMW Z4 - Long Distance Driving Comparison
1990 Toyota Corolla FX-GT - Is The 4A-GE Any Good?
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1990 Toyota Corolla FX-GT - Is The 4A-GE Any Good?
Will my BMW 130i Survive a 5000km Road Trip?
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Will my BMW 130i Survive a 5000km Road Trip?
The Car You Never Knew I Owned - E34 BMW 530i Manual
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The Car You Never Knew I Owned - E34 BMW 530i Manual
Smart Forfour Brabus - Colt Ralliart with European Flair
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Smart Forfour Brabus - Colt Ralliart with European Flair
Buying my Girlfriend her DREAM CAR For Valentines Day
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Buying my Girlfriend her DREAM CAR For Valentines Day
1986 BMW 325i E30 - M3's Long Lost Cousin
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1986 BMW 325i E30 - M3's Long Lost Cousin
VF SV6 vs ZB RS-V Commodore - Holden's Swan Song
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VF SV6 vs ZB RS-V Commodore - Holden's Swan Song
Ssangyong Chairman CM600L - Korean Dictator's Express
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Ssangyong Chairman CM600L - Korean Dictator's Express
Smart Roadster Brabus Review - What Is This??
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Smart Roadster Brabus Review - What Is This??

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @Francis-ot7pm
    @Francis-ot7pm Годину тому

    Audi does wagons the best and visually stunning. Nobody does it better. RS6 and RS 4 Avant....just Diabolical..... Mercedes and Benz.....not so even though this ís brilliant for a diesel.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife Годину тому

      I’d like to say that bmw also makes great wagons

  • @NzScruff
    @NzScruff 2 години тому

    Wagons are the best car, the stance, the practicality and the performance is awesome

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 2 години тому

      Yess it’s a great combo

  • @fred3527
    @fred3527 5 годин тому

    The motor in the 535d was so far ahead of the one in the 3 Series. Didn't sound or smell like a diesel and would rev to 6000rpm. If you didn't know you would think it was a petrol in line 6. BMW improved the turbo lag slightly over the one in the 3 Series but it drove me crazy coming from a 3l naturally aspirated BMW engine. The traction control was so basic and would cut the power very abruptly. Petrol power is still king for me in a performance car.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 4 години тому

      As far as I’m aware the E90 335d and E60 535d use the same M57D30TU2 TOP engine. This definitely only goes to 5000rpm. Are you referring to the newer N57? In the F10 535d that’s got 230kW and 630Nm so yeah a bit more than this 335d. But this definitely has the most powerful M57

    • @fred3527
      @fred3527 3 години тому

      In South Africa before about 2012, only the x30d versions were available in 3&5 Series. The F10 5 Series was the 1st BMW in South Africa to get the x35d. Mine was 210kw, 600Nm but shortly thereafter they bumped it up to 230kw and 630Nm. Still wished I bought the 535i rather, but those also had their fair share of turbo lag. Before that I had the F10 520d, that took turbo lag to a whole another level. It was like an on-off switch, like a 2 stroke motor cross bike from the 80s. Once you were above about 2000rpm they where great, but in the cut and thrust of traffic they really drove me demented. It was like having a faulty controller on an XBox.

  • @thatguyben3128
    @thatguyben3128 6 годин тому

    _Im not a BMW follower but I’ve appreciated all the ones you’ve shown, great job 👏🏼_

    • @perpetualgrin5804
      @perpetualgrin5804 5 годин тому

      Me too, I prefer Japanese but its good to see other cars.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 4 години тому

      @@perpetualgrin5804 I understand, just taking what cars I can get. BMW does have a great product, I reckon you guys would like them. I was JDM or nothing for years but now I’ve seen the light

    • @perpetualgrin5804
      @perpetualgrin5804 4 години тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Hasn't anyone offered you a ' 380 ' to test ?

  • @iwanttobeamole
    @iwanttobeamole 6 годин тому

    "Why do people buy SUV's" This is a question I've never been able to answer, nor has anyone provided a good answer. They just serve no purpose. All the disadvantages of a farm truck and all the disadvantages of a road car, wrapped up into one disadvantaged disappointment.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 4 години тому

      Yep kinda have to agree!

  • @tyjo2593
    @tyjo2593 7 годин тому

    what is the rim size of ur new wheels? You have that perfect track fitment that I'm trying to go for.

  • @JacksonOfTheJerry
    @JacksonOfTheJerry 9 годин тому

    Mein weenie is slightly soldid hearing the motor rev on the wrong side of the road while driving on the wrong side of the car.

  • @JacksonOfTheJerry
    @JacksonOfTheJerry 9 годин тому

    Manual in general is rare. I think only VW is the last to offter manual.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 8 годин тому

      There’s still quite a few manuals around. Can buy a new civic type r with manual for instance

  • @llucaswalker
    @llucaswalker 10 годин тому

    Your channel reads my mind for the cars I’m wanting to buy I don’t know how

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 8 годин тому

      Hahahah this one is a good one!

  • @butterz3488
    @butterz3488 10 годин тому

    I love how a basic tune ona diesel turns them into still reliable- weapons.

  • @jordynjackson1664
    @jordynjackson1664 15 годин тому

    Nearly swapped my is350 for a super clean one and I wish I did now

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 14 годин тому

      Ooh yes one of these with a map would be a super fun daily

  • @KHGuitarFreak1988
    @KHGuitarFreak1988 21 годину тому

    Only a matter of time until you try an Alpina diesel XD

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Mmmm that would be interesting Alpina does some cool stuff

  • @konholio2
    @konholio2 22 години тому

    I was looking to buy either E60 E39 E46 or E9x with M57 and just for the highway speeds and comfort it should be a great car. In my mind when I start comparing the diesel to petrol, thats when it kinda makes no sense. I can drive cheaper on LPG and I have the M54 alternative, which is usually better in acceleration than the older M57s. M57 can be reflashed, but in the end it is heavier, DPF goes dirty if you dont do long drives. Fuel delivery systems and clutch are crazy expensive, if they need repairs. There is probably something addictive in low end power as you dont need to downshift. Not sure yet if I should buy a temporary diesel car or not.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Personally there’s no comparison between LPG and diesel, at least diesels have some performance but LPG cars make no power

    • @konholio2
      @konholio2 15 годин тому

      @@KiwiCarLife True but you could always switch AC off and switch to petrol :D

  • @watchesgadgetsandstuff
    @watchesgadgetsandstuff 22 години тому

    That engine is very potent, enough to pull E61 very confident. That E91 will pull nicely. Diesel can be fun. They become quite expensive to maintain when older, but that is to be expected...

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Yeah I guess that’s why I’ve generally preferred naturally aspirated petrol engines because they are fun fast and simple to maintain

  • @ShaneRobinson-dv7rq
    @ShaneRobinson-dv7rq 23 години тому

    Now all it needs is headers/FBO and the ECU tuned! 💯🔥🫡

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      That would be the icing on the cake

  • @chayyboi
    @chayyboi 23 години тому

    lonely track road

  • @walterwhite415
    @walterwhite415 23 години тому

    I know the 2005 Facelift version very well and I think this car is far from looking odd, but is one of the best looking cars out there! No matter if it´s the facelift version or not, the shape and the design are brilliant. The buttons and all mostly look pretty used today, but I also have a german car from the same year and it looks the same. Can´t argue with the huge turning radius, tho. But you forget about that, because the handling is just so good. Even at higher speeds the car feels super precise and stable. As long as everything is in good order ofc. I´ve seen quiet some 156 who are in no good shape. Some of that may come from build quality of that time, but a lot also comes from improper maintaining. So if you want to pick up one of those, make sure you get one thats in a good shape.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      I guess looks are subjective, compared with an E46, these look a lot more dated. The 159 however is a lovely looking car. Yes it handles ok, but it’s still a nose heavy fwd car. Honda does FWD better than this imo.

  • @victorwilks88
    @victorwilks88 День тому

    Try and review a vw 1.9 tdi

  • @victorwilks88
    @victorwilks88 День тому

    Jack is a baller 😮

  • @mixedboi
    @mixedboi День тому

    Can't stand bmw

    • @victorwilks88
      @victorwilks88 День тому

      Lol 😆

    • @hexagonosaurus5848
      @hexagonosaurus5848 21 годину тому

      Nice to hear.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      You driven any?

    • @mixedboi
      @mixedboi 11 годин тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Yes 118d E87, the chain monster N47, gear shifts crunchy and sticky. 525d e60 3.0d, bad vibrations because allegedly broken spring on clutch, broken engine mounts, but ironically, thousands of euros invested. BMW's are great when they are new. But when the plastics age, they are appalling. I won't sell my "shitty" 04 Accord, a real car in my opinion.

  • @jont.a83
    @jont.a83 День тому

    Watching this before my test tomorrow 😫

  • @GoffyTv
    @GoffyTv День тому

    Great video dude, totally agree with the massive shift to SUV's, these make so much more sense, lots of power to pull, i believe these are as quick if not quicker than a 335I by virtue of huge torque... such a great car. i would love to drive one myself.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Yeah I know it’s so annoying why can’t people buy these I would!

  • @Birmingham_racing
    @Birmingham_racing День тому

    This needs a drag race against your m3 see how much difference all that torque makes

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      This does 0-100 in 5.4s, my M3 is 4.8

  • @Birmingham_racing
    @Birmingham_racing День тому

    I love a diesel especially a 6 cylinder diesel

  • @Caleb__main
    @Caleb__main День тому

    Miss my 335d

  • @andythorne1211
    @andythorne1211 День тому

    Modern Euro diesels are flipping brilliant! Not a BMW mind, but my V6d R Line Touareg is as strong and powerful as on ox! It’s no E39 540i, but hey… Please come and drive the e39!? 😂 Please!!!???

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Oh yeah especially with the dsg that would be a proficient car for sure. Yeah I would be keen to come drive your car, hit me up on Insta

  • @Deco360fromRo
    @Deco360fromRo День тому

    Corrado vr6 it s one of the best vw

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      They’re good, but that 2.8 is pretty gutless compared with this

    • @Deco360fromRo
      @Deco360fromRo 15 годин тому

      @@KiwiCarLife put a 3.2 vr6 or 3.6 in a Corrado with some modification s , suspension , breaks etc and it s another car , this passat it s one of the best vw yea like

  • @jovanciric4264
    @jovanciric4264 День тому

    2 only diesels i love 535d and 335d

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Yes good strong vehicles

  • @jugostran
    @jugostran День тому

    I drive an E90 diesel pre-facelift, albeit with the cut down M47 2 litre four cylinder. Those engines are nice, but the turbo only kicks in around 2k rpm, below that there is nothing (which is sort of irritating for city driving). Other than that, the M47 and M57 are great reliable engines. Otherwise I'd say you're lucky to have never had the manual option on these (or at least I don't recall seeing any) because the manuals BMW used are terrible. Imprecise, sloppy, don't like going into first or second. They also have really long gearing, so you often have to shift into first to get going even if you're rolling. This ties into another problem, which is the clutch. They have an insanely long travel on the clutch pedal, and also feature a delay valve. This means that your bite point changes all the time. This makes manual BMWs of that era practically impossible to drive properly. Another thing I will touch on is the steering. The earlier E90s had hydraulic power assist. However, I don't get all the talk about feel in these. I don't feel much of anything when driving mine. It just feels heavy for no real reason. This makes low speed manoeuvres a bit of a faff. Anyway, thanks for the video. It was great as always. One of these days I'll try an M57 equipped BMW. Really curious as to how they pull. Cheers!

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Yeah frankly any for cylinder BMW is not going to be great. A bit different sure but my 130i had great steering and a lovely gearbox. Maybe the bushes and synchros were just worn on yours? Same with my M3. Felt great. I guess it just depends on the age and condition

  • @spadgm
    @spadgm День тому

    Nice review, that is a really nicely set up car and man it scoots along, you would need a radar detector for sure!

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 16 годин тому

      Haha yep it’s no slouch!

  • @saphirerose5031
    @saphirerose5031 День тому

    Diesel power is great

  • @vortex_sa2278
    @vortex_sa2278 День тому

    I dont think I can sacrifice high revving NA for a bit of midrange torque.. Might just be me. Accord is just ticks all the boxes for me. The only car I'd want to replace it with is maybe a e90x m3

    • @The_Noticer.
      @The_Noticer. День тому

      As a second / fun car? You're probably right. As a car that you drive on a daily basis, I wouldn't trade midrange torque for the world. Not having to constantly gearhunt for power is so much more relaxing. You put your foot down and the torque is there, for overtaking, merging, etc.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 15 годин тому

      Yeah ngl I’ve just bought my first turbo car to replace the M3 this week and having never had turbo torque it’s something pretty satisfying

    • @The_Noticer.
      @The_Noticer. 13 годин тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Yeah, especially on a petrol its not so bad. Because they can still have a bit of revs. And modern turbo's dont have much lag anymore. Atleast on my FC1 the torque is there from 1800-2000-ish onwards. NA wouldn''t be very potent below that RPM either. Throttle response though, cant beat NA.

    • @fred3527
      @fred3527 5 годин тому

      The 3l turbo motors in the likes of the BMW340i has almost imperceptible turbo lag. Amazing engineering feat and a very desirable motor.

  • @The_Noticer.
    @The_Noticer. День тому

    People buy SUV's because the market is rigged. They practically dont make wagons or sedans anymore, and thats because of global platforms. They needed the raised cars for packaging (battery packs especially), so they goaded everyone into thinking they wanted this. Honestly can't recall people asking for lifted hatchbacks (thats what they are, because of the sloped rears) before they were actually a thing. Pure market manipulation. Truely, there is no rational reason to buy a lifted hatch that has worse gas mileage and handling, but no extra practicality, but here we are. You have to scour the search results for a wagon or a sedan here in The Netherlands. When I was looking for my Civic, there were two, TWO, exec spec sedans in the Netherlands. Crazy. Also love the muscle memory arm going to the shifter when its an automatic, haha. As a man thats been driving stick for 18 years, i get it.

    • @GoffyTv
      @GoffyTv День тому

      dude , totally agree. Getting a good road car is so hard to find, we seem to be full of SUV's which arent as safe, dont handle, and heavier. And to be fair most will say 4wd is safer. I would say many of these cars would be lucky to run over some wet leaves on their driveway so there is no point!

    • @JuicyJLee
      @JuicyJLee 18 годин тому

      This is why is amazing a wagon or sedan man . Never owned a hatch in my life lol all sedans but my first wagon will be a old a corolla ke70 wagon with a 20v

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 15 годин тому

      I had it in tiptronic hence using the shifter. This one didn't have paddles. I'm not sure if it's market manipulation necessarily, I guess these days a lot of people like to be high up. Easier to get in and out of, better view of the road etc. I work in the auto industry and people like us are definitely the minority. I find safety features annoying and try to turn them off, but some people will not buy a car without them for example. I see the appeal of an SUV, but I feel a wagon can do everything the same but look and drive way better. That said most normal people just want a car to be comfortable, not necessarily good...

  • @Vikturus22
    @Vikturus22 День тому

    the car may have cost $150k new but its still a car with $150k car issues. Devils advocate lol

    • @Kaegama
      @Kaegama День тому

      bmw 6 cylinder diesels are actually decent in terms of reliability.

    • @Vikturus22
      @Vikturus22 День тому

      @@Kaegama That's good to hear. In all seriousness it actually sounds not bad for a diesel. I am not a huge fan of bmws as most the V8s are junk and only the 6 cylinder ones are good

    • @The_Noticer.
      @The_Noticer. День тому

      There were not $150K new. MSRP on the exec. msport version was 66.3K euro, so thats like $100K aussie. With even a Civic now costing 45K euro here, that line of reasoning would pretty much strand you with 90's and 00's cars forever.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      Bear in mind, cars are sold at quite different equivalent retail values around the world. To use your example, our FL1 Civic is $47,000NZD new, or only €26,800. Your normal 1.5T Civic here would be the equivalent of $78,000NZD, more than our $72,000NZD Type R! I've read a few articles on the 335d when it was new and it was around $110k NZD new without options. So given this one is fully loaded I'd say 150k is maybe a little steep but not inaccurate. And yes correct if you're buying a BMW it MUST have an I6. Any other engine is a recipe for disaster.

    • @The_Noticer.
      @The_Noticer. День тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Yeah our "BPM (Belasting van Personenauto's en Motorrijwielen) taxes are kind of insane I guess. Especially given the FL1 which is supposed to be an ecofriendly hybrid. They still tax the F out of it. FL5 is 80K euro here, or $130K aussie. Nobody buys them except for American soldiers stationed in the region. Because they can buy them tax-excempt. Then they drive them couple years and sell them for the price they bought it at. Which is still more than they cost elsewhere, new, lol. Suffice it to say, Honda is not doing great here. There is like one maindealer left in a large radius.

  • @Jhonjhonray
    @Jhonjhonray День тому

    Absolutely loved my 330d e91 great sleeper old man’s car 😊

  • @17t135i
    @17t135i День тому

    For a diesel that actually sounds pretty darn good 🎉

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      Yeah I was quite surprised aye!

  • @MartinJones123
    @MartinJones123 День тому

    Was the Seat sold new in NZ? We never got these in Australia unfortunately

  • @lokei69189
    @lokei69189 День тому

    1st

  • @mabangluku2526
    @mabangluku2526 День тому

    did you retain the electronic power steering EPS? thanks

  • @Alura27
    @Alura27 День тому

    Version-R 🤔..., What happened to the Recaro seats?...

  • @agboadeka7629
    @agboadeka7629 День тому

    😮 u sold ur ISF ? Whyyyyyy!!!!! U need 2 get another .....planned to do too upgrade from my IS 350

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      Too much money tied up in a car, I’m happy with just a 10 grand car

  • @MrArtrock
    @MrArtrock День тому

    Again another great video on those Hondas, I'm looking to buy a Tourer 2.4 automatic ca 2007 facelift when I find a decent one for the right money here in Sweden, so what do you with your knowledge deem a Honda vs a Mazda 6 2.3 wagon same year ca? know they rust a lot so Hondas probably more comfy robust and reliable?! :-)

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      Yeah I’d go for the Honda

    • @MrArtrock
      @MrArtrock День тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Cool and thanks for input ;-)

  • @vtecminileon
    @vtecminileon День тому

    no way in hell thats 300 at the flywheel

  • @sheesh3362
    @sheesh3362 День тому

    For free for manual only? my cl9 Is auto and the gearbox is messed up so it makes a weird sound

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife День тому

      You can do it on any accord the gearbox doesn’t matter

  • @svetoslavivanov6882
    @svetoslavivanov6882 2 дні тому

    Guys, all good...but think you forgot to mention most exciting and completely underrated, best in it's class Hot Hatch - 308 Peugeot GTI-sport devision. The ones who drove it, know how it feels😊

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 2 дні тому

      I’ve driven a 208 GTi and it was THE WORST hot hatch I’ve ever driven. It wasn’t even hot. Luke warm at best. I cannot see how the 308 is any better

  • @Toyota4Life
    @Toyota4Life 2 дні тому

    The Toyota felt like an upgrade over the Honda. Always is

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 2 дні тому

      Toyota or Lexus? Because there’s not a single equivalent model Toyota that feels like an upgrade over a Honda

  • @craigauty6756
    @craigauty6756 3 дні тому

    Seat, so good its boring.

  • @tunedom6488
    @tunedom6488 3 дні тому

    what is 100-200 of this car?

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 2 дні тому

      I don’t know because that’s highly illegal

    • @tunedom6488
      @tunedom6488 2 дні тому

      @@KiwiCarLife cmon mate time to start being bad boy.

  • @edmund2747
    @edmund2747 3 дні тому

    What was that road u drove the seat on? Want to try it out lol

  • @watchesgadgetsandstuff
    @watchesgadgetsandstuff 3 дні тому

    Hey man quick question - do you happen to remember, how much oil did your 2.4 Accord euro was going through between changes? I find mine consuming quite a bit... but she also is 21 years old and has 250k kilometers on the clock... so I was just curious.

    • @KiwiCarLife
      @KiwiCarLife 3 дні тому

      Not too much, maybe a litre every 5,000km

    • @watchesgadgetsandstuff
      @watchesgadgetsandstuff 2 дні тому

      @@KiwiCarLife Hmm that is not bad mine seems to do double that 😆 Still feels weird since I come from 8 years of driving diesel Benz`s and they never touch oil, i might need to stack up 🛢