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6 Cars to Avoid: Nightmares of the Automotive World

6 Cars to Avoid: Nightmares of the Automotive World
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Today on Ideal, we delve into the dark side of the automotive world, uncovering six cars that should come with a warning label. First up, the Mazda RX8, a car that looks the part but fails to deliver on the road. Its rotary engine is a ticking time bomb, prone to flooding and Apex seal issues that spell disaster for unsuspecting owners. Next, we have the Audi TT, a sleek German machine that once had a deadly secret - a tendency to snap oversteer and send drivers careening off the road. Combine that with pricey maintenance and electrical gremlins, and you've got a recipe for disaster.

Moving on to the Pontiac Solstice, a wannabe sports car that falls short in every department. From its lackluster performance to a cheap interior filled with rattles and defects, this car is a disaster waiting to happen. Then there's the Mercedes SL600, a luxury grand tourer that will drain your bank account faster than you can say "V12 engine." With a laundry list of issues, from leaky fuel injectors to biodegradable wiring harnesses, this beauty is best admired from afar. And let's not forget the Pontiac Fiero, a mid-engine marvel turned fiery death trap, plagued by engine fires, sluggish performance, and shoddy construction.

Last but certainly not least, we have the BMW E60 M5, a beast of a sedan with a dark side. While its V10 engine roars like a lion, it's the rod bearing failures and SMG transmission woes that will leave you stranded and broke. Add in a host of electrical problems and you've got a recipe for automotive disaster. So, heed our warning, dear viewers, and steer clear of these six cars unless you're a glutton for punishment. Remember, in the world of cars, not everything that glitters is gold.

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Audi TT mk1 1.8t is considered reliable and not as expensive to maintain as other European cars

Some users defend the RX-8, mentioning engine swaps and cool aesthetics

Interest in buying a low mileage manual GXP Solstice or Sky, and building a kit car from a Fiero

Fiero V6 is mentioned as reliable with good looks

Negative experience with a Mazda car shaking and choking

Interest in EV swapping a Fiero for Cyberpunk vibes

Discussion about the reliability and performance of Solstice GXP compared to other cars

Mention of high cost of parts for a V12 Mercedes

Caution against dropping a MX-5 Miata top down while in motion

Comment on the need to pay for maintenance on German cars

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