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Would You Rather Have A FD RX-7 or S2000?
Today's installment of Would You Rather is a real doozy. In this corner we have perhaps the greatest roadster ever made. In the other corner we have arguable the greatest sports car ever to come out of Japan. Yes, folks, its a legendary show-down between the Honda S2000 and Mazda FD RX-7. The S2000 was the "mans Miata" and made it cool to driver convertibles again and having bullet proof reliability and a great 6 speed manual didn't hurt either. But it was pre-dated by the iconic RX-7 and specifically the legendary FD or third generation. Its turbo charged rotary engine "only" puts out 255 HP but thats all you need in a small, light and nimble sports car that weighs less than 2900 pounds. This is a fight to the end, but who will prevail?
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New York City Food Tour Part 3: Lunchtime In Little Italy, DUMBO And Famous Dogs At Coney Island!
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Our final day in NYC brought us to the doorsteps of Little Italy for a lunch at Rubirosa. The pizza was as big as a sofa and the pastas were pretty darn good as well. We needed to walk off the carb overload so crossed over the iconic Brooklyn Bridge to DUMBO to take the kiddos on the carousel and of course sneak in some extra snacks on the way. We finally made the trek to the world famous Coney...
My BMW 1M Has Had Honda Reliability (Not Quite Toyota)!
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My 2011 BMW 1M ownership has been a mostly issue-free tenure. Yes the transmission did need to be replaced about a year ago, but given its a 13 year old BMW with 44k miles, it could definitely be worse. Heck, my brand new E92 M3 had engine failure about 30 days after I took delivery so this is a breeze compared to that. For the longest time I told myself I would never buy a used BMW or BMW out ...
New York City Food Tour Part 2: "AYCE" Steak Frites And Mind Altering Wagyu Tomahawk Steak
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We set off on the 2nd day of our NYC food journey to Le Relais de Venise, which has become a "viral" steak frites spot in NYC due to its free refill of steak and fries and its famously fixed menu. They do not accept reservations but thankfully the line was short when we arrived. After an aggressively enjoyable experience, we ventured off for more exploring and snacking including a visit to Litt...
Would You Rather Have A Mark IV Supra Or WRX STI?
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Today's Would You Rather is a show-down of 2 JDM legends: the Toyota Supra Turbo and Subaru WRX STI. One is the hero car of Fast & The Furious and the other is an icon of rally cars. We discuss and break down how these 2 cars complete in the following categories: fun factor, reliability and "other." Fun factor includes looks, performance and aesthetics, while reliability includes usability and ...
New York City Food Tour Part 1: Soup Dumplings In Chinatown and Oysters at Chelsea Market!
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New York City is one of my all-time favorite cities to visit. So much in fact that I am seriously considering getting a place in the city so we can use it during our annual trips. Just have to sell 2 kidneys first. I've been to NYC almost a dozen times now and it never gets old, or stale or boring. There's so much to see, do and EAT in this incredibly vibrant and diverse city. Its the closest t...
My Acura NSX Will Always Be The G.O.A.T. In My Garage
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I've owned my 2003 Acura NSX for about 10 years now and I still get excited every time I walk up to the door and stare into that classic "cockpit." This car is everything you want and need car/sports car/super car. Its reliable, looks fantastic, easy to drive and capable of being a daily driver or weekend car. You would be hard pressed to find another car that checks ALL of those boxes. Yes the...
Bora Bora Travel Vlog Part 3: The Hardest Part Is Saying Goodbye
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On our final day of our Bora Bora trip, we take a private sailboat tour of the lagoon around Mount Otemanu and get an up close encounter with manta rays and blacktip sharks. Afterwards we relax in the Lagoonarium which is basically a giant aquarium put into a mini lagoon set around a beautiful beach at the resort. We indulge in another massage session at the Spa then have a wonderful meal at th...
The Ferrari is FINALLY Back....But Not Really
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The Ferrari 360 Modena is known as the entry level Ferrari but that overlooks so many of its other traits that make it a fantastic supercar bargain and an endless source of flat-out fun. The looks are timeless and will still be sexy and draw 2nd and 3rd looks 20 years from now. The go-cart driving feel of the 360 Modena can only be comparable to the 1st generation NSX and its void of any of the...
Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House Is The Rolls Royce Of Hot Pot!
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Mikiya Wagyu Shabu House recently opened in Houston to rave reviews so of course I needed to venture in being the AYCE and shabu shabu addict that I am. The thing I found instantly intriguing about Mikiya was the "meat cellar" of wagyu steaks that greets every customer walking in. Reminded me of a similar set-up at the world famous Gallaghers Steakhouse in NYC. Mikiya has an impressive array an...
Would You Rather Have A C6 or C8 ZR1??
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In today's installment of Would You Rather, we opine on the struggle to choose between a C6 or C8 generation ZR1. The ZR1 is of course the apex of Corvette performance and technology and the 2025 C8 ZR1 recently dropped and exploded enthusiasts' heads everywhere with its mindboggling performance numbers: 1064 horsepower and 828 torque. These are hyper-car type numbers from a car which although ...
Bora Bora Travel Vlog Part 2: Fresh Coconuts And A Dormant Volcano!
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Dormant volcanos. Fresh coconuts. Mind-blowingly sweet mangoes. Crystal blue and green lagoon. Day 2 of our trip to Bora Bora brought us on a tour of the main island and some incredible scenic views of Mount Otemanu and the awe inspiring Lagoon. Postcards and photos cannot do Bora Bora justice and you really have to visit it in person to truly understand just how beautiful this place is. Our fr...
Is Maserati About To Be Axed??!!
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Per recent reports, Stellantis, which owns Maserati, Alfa Romeo and a slew of other automotive brands is seriously considering dropping "unprofitable" brands from its portfolio. Sadly, the once proud and venerable Maserati falls into that category. The Trident company has changed ownership hands several times over the past decades and has seen more downturn and turbulence than its Italian breth...
Bora Bora Travel Vlog Part 1: St. Regis Bora Bora Or Bust!!
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I've traveled all over the world and been to some of the most beautiful, historical and interesting destinations including London, Hong Kong, Paris, Dubai, Saigon, Sydney, Bagan, Dublin, Beijing, Madrid, Lisbon, Bangkok, Aruba, and on and on. I've been blessed to experience so many wonderful people, cultures and cuisines which I believe is the BEST part of traveling. Going outside of your comfo...
Overlooked And Under-Appreciated: The Dodge Viper Will Always Be in Corvette's Shadow
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I've owned a 2004 Dodge Viper SRT and now a 2013 SRT Viper. The first experience was not that great, due mainly to the crappy shifter and clutch. My 2013 SRT Viper ownership has been a revelation compared to my first go-round. The shifter is great, the interior is light years better than any previous generation and the car still maintains that outlandish, over-the-top, supercar looks that only ...
Denver Food Tour Part 7: One Dish Short of Perfection At Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
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Denver Food Tour Part 7: One Dish Short of Perfection At Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
Does The Ambiance Match The Food At Pho Ben Bellaire?
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Does The Ambiance Match The Food At Pho Ben Bellaire?
5 Things I Aggressively Tolerate About My Subaru WRX STI Hawkeye!
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5 Things I Aggressively Tolerate About My Subaru WRX STI Hawkeye!
Denver Food Tour Part 6: Bison Ribs Heaven At Tocabe!
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Denver Food Tour Part 6: Bison Ribs Heaven At Tocabe!
Nara Sushi Was A Nightmare!
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Nara Sushi Was A Nightmare!
Bye Bye Cadillac Escalade, Hello Jeep Grand Wagoneer L!!
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Bye Bye Cadillac Escalade, Hello Jeep Grand Wagoneer L!!
Denver Food Tour Part 5: Big Let Down At Safta
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Denver Food Tour Part 5: Big Let Down At Safta
Great Italian Food Without The Fuss: Review Of Bari Ristorante
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Great Italian Food Without The Fuss: Review Of Bari Ristorante
Is Buying A 17 Year Old Subaru A Good Idea?
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Is Buying A 17 Year Old Subaru A Good Idea?
Denver Food Tour Part 4: The Perfect Snack At Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
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Denver Food Tour Part 4: The Perfect Snack At Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
Did the 300ZX Make It Through The Hurricane??!!
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Did the 300ZX Make It Through The Hurricane??!!
Great Potential But One Major Flaw At Torii Japanese Inspired
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Great Potential But One Major Flaw At Torii Japanese Inspired
Why Is This Aston Martin Vantage So Darn Boring?!
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Why Is This Aston Martin Vantage So Darn Boring?!
Denver Food Tour Part 3: One Of The Best Meals Of My Life At Woody's Wings & Things
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Denver Food Tour Part 3: One Of The Best Meals Of My Life At Woody's Wings & Things
Ownership Update On My Jaguar F-Type SVR
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Ownership Update On My Jaguar F-Type SVR

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  • @iamthewalrusable
    @iamthewalrusable 22 години тому

    As an S2000 owner i might be biased. The handling ability is amazing, one of the best gearboxes ive ever used. Not as cool looking as the RX7 but put them together on a track and the RX7 will be eating dust.

  • @bige7186
    @bige7186 День тому

    I’m taking S2000 all day every day 😊

  • @maxelnoyl3597
    @maxelnoyl3597 День тому

    Honda is my favorite JDM manufacturer by far but I have to go with the FD. S2000s are very common. Only thing that’s better about the s2k is the reliability.

    • @bige7186
      @bige7186 День тому

      Im taking the s2000 looks better with the long nose short rear end top down 9,000 rpm on stock , reliable as heck, and the interior is just fighter jet like but thats just my opinion 👍

    • @maxelnoyl3597
      @maxelnoyl3597 14 годин тому

      Fds turn heads And are rare along with being worth substantially more unless it’s a CR.

    • @bige7186
      @bige7186 13 годин тому

      @@maxelnoyl3597 I disagree whenever I see an s2000 I get paralyzed from the neck down, such a beauty honestly, fds look like overgrown Miata’s in my honest opinion especially with those fugly pop up head lights of them but that’s just my opinion of course.

    • @maxelnoyl3597
      @maxelnoyl3597 12 годин тому

      lol An s2000 is a way better Miata with fixed headlights.

    • @maxelnoyl3597
      @maxelnoyl3597 12 годин тому

      Targa>coupe>Convertible

  • @psgp298
    @psgp298 2 дні тому

    it is THE coolest modern BMW bar none, but they do break. you've gotta maintain them aggressively especially if you aren't driving it.

  • @user-te3wi4ym5i
    @user-te3wi4ym5i 3 дні тому

    me and spino playz are the daughters/sons of the bosses! ^ ^

  • @SangHTX
    @SangHTX 6 днів тому

    👍

  • @botdingo
    @botdingo 6 днів тому

    Honda like Reliability! Drives 7000 miles in 5 years 🤔 IMO, you have to drive the car at LEAST as much as a typical 10k mile per year lease to say you even use it.

  • @charleshamilton9274
    @charleshamilton9274 8 днів тому

    Love the shot of the kid picking his nose. That’s when I headed for the exit. Yikes.

  • @sammmohibuddin534
    @sammmohibuddin534 8 днів тому

    1M one of the most underrated cars imo

    • @psgp298
      @psgp298 2 дні тому

      it's not "underrated" it's a total classic!!

  • @Soh90
    @Soh90 8 днів тому

    Sorry but as a regular Joe, I can’t take someone seriously who drove a car 1,500 miles a year and then claim that the car is reliable lol. But yes, the notion that you shouldn’t buy a BMW out of warranty is kinda silly. But shhh don’t tell people. Leave more depreciated gems on the market for me to choose from lol.

  • @gsquat
    @gsquat 12 днів тому

    Anyone who says STI is uninformed or just a hater. The correct answer is Supra.

  • @GR_Papi
    @GR_Papi 12 днів тому

    I got a wrx sti I want a Supra, but I’m still keeping my wrx sti

  • @MrOmniversity
    @MrOmniversity 12 днів тому

    You can keep the STi and give me the Supra.

  • @REXae86
    @REXae86 12 днів тому

    STI more practical

  • @omarjbaez2706
    @omarjbaez2706 12 днів тому

    They are both Japanese sports cars, but the Sti is a more complete performance car. The supra is more a gt car with a powerful engine. But I they were the same price, I would take the supra for the reliability, even though the Sti is prettier and with better driving dynamics.

  • @ERICRAWLO
    @ERICRAWLO 13 днів тому

    Awesome 💯

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx 13 днів тому

      @@ERICRAWLO appreciate the view and comment. 🙏🏻

  • @GabrielOchoa-g4x
    @GabrielOchoa-g4x 14 днів тому

    wrx

  • @xan_carman4216
    @xan_carman4216 15 днів тому

    1989 ford festiva

  • @fe1liott.civicsi
    @fe1liott.civicsi 15 днів тому

    Obviously the Supra

  • @maxelnoyl3597
    @maxelnoyl3597 15 днів тому

    Supra and it’s not even close.

    • @REXae86
      @REXae86 12 днів тому

      Wrx STI

    • @maxelnoyl3597
      @maxelnoyl3597 День тому

      Toyota is so much better than Subaru and it’s not even close. A mark IV is a collector car and an STI is a dime a dozen lol. Only thing better about the STI is it’s a daily driver grocery getter with great performance.

  • @esqu1re
    @esqu1re 20 днів тому

    As the car is now a classic, it's becoming more of a "if you know you know" type of car.

    • @kings17court
      @kings17court 15 днів тому

      Trust me, I've always said that when it comes to the NSX, "Those that know, know, and those that don't, don't." Trying to explain it to the uninformed is usually a waste of time. It's always been true, but especially today.

  • @ce7190
    @ce7190 20 днів тому

    Owners Quirks: The lane change indicator is far from the steering wheel, need to move your hand. The display is blocked by the steering wheel, need to move your head. Heel-toe downshifts are inconsistent, takes some practice. Do I care? Absolutely not.

  • @AdamSchecter
    @AdamSchecter 20 днів тому

    Love the videos but the best Chinatown in New York City is the one in Flushing, Queens. It is not as taken over by corporate stores and feels like what it is really like to be in China.

  • @sammmohibuddin534
    @sammmohibuddin534 20 днів тому

    As a Toronto resident, the NYC food scene is definitely on my bucket list

  • @sammmohibuddin534
    @sammmohibuddin534 21 день тому

    Just found your channel and man what a gem! You should do an updated garage tour!!

  • @sektrophic1
    @sektrophic1 22 дні тому

    We Need a car collection Update Brian , really fun watching your videos

  • @oscarp9336
    @oscarp9336 26 днів тому

    Dude... you know what I dont tolerate?? People who buy cars they dont know shit about. I see you ruining that beautiful car with your ignorance.

  • @bulletthead1
    @bulletthead1 27 днів тому

    I would go with a C6 myself based on I've always loved the looks of that generation. I believe I would have a better time rowing gears although having a thousand horsepower like the c8 will is probably its own fun challenge. By the way although not a six-speed the C7ZR did come in a manual as well.

  • @vezonf3nrak
    @vezonf3nrak 27 днів тому

    Yeah, I don’t know about the exhaust setup that’s in it right now. The stock exhaust sounds so good. Obviously it’s hard to tell from the video, but it does sound a bit too present while just cruising on the highway like that.

  • @jimmynguyen2720
    @jimmynguyen2720 Місяць тому

    I agree with you for the pieces being too small for the price you’re paying. Which made me kinda disappointed with the sushi piece cuts. Then I found out the head chef came from uchi and it all made sense.

  • @stephenwang7351
    @stephenwang7351 Місяць тому

    Beautiful place

  • @chrismarrero7072
    @chrismarrero7072 Місяць тому

    New sub here cool series bud

  • @SangHTX
    @SangHTX Місяць тому

    👍 I need to try eating here soon. How do you compare it to Shabu En, Shabu Zone, or Shabu Square?

  • @dairyashford
    @dairyashford Місяць тому

    What happened to the rest of the video?? Do you think the highest package was worth the money can you have a pretty similar experience with the cheaper packages?

  • @dairyashford
    @dairyashford Місяць тому

    Going to have to wait for a raise....88 bucks is pretty insane.

  • @psyfhe
    @psyfhe Місяць тому

    He just hates the STI and WRX models just get a base Impreza at that point

  • @nitghtimezest6668
    @nitghtimezest6668 Місяць тому

    this guy is clueless. sell the car to someone who wants/ knows the car. smack your lips one more time maybe youll get more views.

  • @michaelbowerman8727
    @michaelbowerman8727 Місяць тому

    Please tell me this is satire

  • @sandcrai823
    @sandcrai823 Місяць тому

    I have a 2004 Sti and just have to say about this vid, oh my...Asian guy says "riced out". Not cool. The front scoop and rear spoiler is functional. They initially sold the car with no radio. People buy the car to drive and mod. Hope he doesn't vape.

  • @grandartsdesign
    @grandartsdesign Місяць тому

    Traded m5 for my 2017 QF don't miss the m5 at all. This is the best car I have ever driven ❤

  • @damiwk
    @damiwk Місяць тому

    Clicked of the video the second this goober didn't know whether it is Turbo charged or Super charged. Crazy. You own one of the most sought after models and completely do not understand it.

  • @grandartsdesign
    @grandartsdesign Місяць тому

    My QF is a unicorn in the NW. I've only seen 3 including mine. Some people know it but not very many and the other ones always ask what is that.

  • @grandartsdesign
    @grandartsdesign Місяць тому

    I subscribe to anywho loves the QF😂

  • @bigbodykarate6403
    @bigbodykarate6403 Місяць тому

    you didnt even get the engine correct bro wtf.... The u.s STi came with a Ej257 and its closer to 300 hp lol straight up disrespecting the car . cant stand when Non car guys make videos ...... oh hey its a car and it does THINGS and Stuufff and iduno ... who tf are you bro lol

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      @@bigbodykarate6403 Appreciate the view and comment. 🙏🏻

  • @carterholt4806
    @carterholt4806 Місяць тому

    aggressively tolerate? lol what does that even mean

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      @@carterholt4806 the world may never know my friend 😬

    • @spoiler9112
      @spoiler9112 Місяць тому

      ​@@lifeofbriantxYou are absolutely correct.

  • @robertmason5540
    @robertmason5540 Місяць тому

    Hood scoop is not for esthetics… if you understood the engine, and the purpose of the car, you’d get it. Do you even know what WRX stands for?

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      @@robertmason5540 true my friend but I still find it aesthetically pleasing. Appreciate the view and comment. 🙏🏻

  • @DailyPassenger
    @DailyPassenger Місяць тому

    I didn´t know that Bora bora is so beautiful. Thanks for this amazing video. The quality is incredible. Regards from Bangalorel! Like and support to your channel from mine

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      @@DailyPassenger thank you for the kind words! 🙏🏻❤️

  • @z0mbicidaI
    @z0mbicidaI Місяць тому

    2007 WRX STI 243 HP, single turbo EJ20...Supercharged maybe...smh

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      These engines just all start running together 😬. Appreciate the view and comment. 🙏🏻

    • @MrJay-kb8xj
      @MrJay-kb8xj Місяць тому

      Yea, I was out after that.

    • @bigbodykarate6403
      @bigbodykarate6403 Місяць тому

      @@lifeofbriantx learn about your car before you make a video dork . you got everything wrong you didnt even get the engine correct wtf is wrong with you ..... if someone asked you about the shoes on your feet and you cant even tell someone your own shoe size they would think your stupid , this is the same thing , you dont even know which engine is in your car and you got the numbers WAAAAYYYY off for even the incorrect engine numbers you pulled wtf man

    • @damiwk
      @damiwk Місяць тому

      immediate thumbs down and click out. What an idiot.

  • @davidbernstein7903
    @davidbernstein7903 Місяць тому

    Liquid Yellow

  • @dn8226
    @dn8226 Місяць тому

    bro you dont like the best parts

    • @lifeofbriantx
      @lifeofbriantx Місяць тому

      Appreciate the view and comment. 🙏🏻