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Shark.
Posts: 3158 - Karma: 270
Finally picked up the new whip and just curious as to what NS considers as their "must-haves" in a car.

Lets hear it!
Aug 25 2012 2:53PM
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Aidan-G
Posts: 9415 - Karma: 10,861
I need an auxiliary jack and decent sound. other than that if the car runs I don't care
Aug 25 2012 2:54PM
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RICK_ROSS
Posts: 6983 - Karma: 3,343
toothpicks. fer reals
Aug 25 2012 2:55PM
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midget.
Posts: 839 - Karma: 101
get a custom dildo as a seat it makes my car so much more comfortable
Aug 25 2012 2:56PM
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Posts: 424 - Karma: 7
Yankee Candle air fresheners

Aux cable

A small set of tools
Aug 25 2012 2:59PM
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easiestEC
Posts: 2471 - Karma: 489
jumper cables, tow rope, emergency tool kit, and those sort of things.


I also have a ashtray that fits in the cupholder, extremely convenient when you want to choke a butt and its raining while your driving.
Aug 25 2012 3:39PM
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josephcarter
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There's plenty of essential things you want to put in your car. But the most important thing that I should not forget is the tool box, so wherever I go if something goes wrong I can fix it. Also don't forget to bring food in case of emergency and there 's no store to drop by. Find out more at: Instant Payday Loan
Jan 19 2013 12:56AM
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DANETRON
Posts: 6671 - Karma: 137
Handcuffs milk and cookies duct tape baseball bat .357 mag condoms beer/vodka
Jan 19 2013 12:59AM
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Lt-Aldo-Raine
Posts: 2309 - Karma: 120
I have bought a deck in my last 3 vehicles so i can use an aux cord.

Tow rope, straps, cables, first aid, tool box, hat, gloves, spare change, sunglasses, flashlight, and i keep a 5 gallon tank of gas in the bed
Jan 19 2013 1:03AM
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JAHpow
Posts: 7282 - Karma: 17,179
Emergency kit - jumper cables, flashlight, tools, first aid kit. Shovel for winter. Always keep warm clothing, boots in case you get stranded in winter. Ski rack.
Jan 19 2013 1:08AM
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rigzz
Posts: 1768 - Karma: 147
Most of the time, I change the wipers right away and use single blade wiper. Aux cord, emergency kit, and when winter comes, Weathertech floor mats. because the rock the shit out the stock winter one. They are perfect! A good flashlight is also a good thing to keep with brand new battery! A foldable shovel if its winter. and that's pretty much it, I like to keep my car clean, so I try to keep it organize.
Jan 19 2013 1:09AM
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LoathesRaisins
Posts: 3612 - Karma: 4,735
Cars are boring.
Jan 19 2013 2:18AM
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ryano
Posts: 4465 - Karma: 1,535
a lot of these were mentioned. but i'll say it anyways.

jumper cables
car jack - not those gay ones, i keep a legit one
tire iron
spare tire
napkins/tissues in the glove compartment
lighter
window scraper
swimsuit
sunglasses
garage door opener if you have a garage
small tool box
if you have an aux in, a cable for that
phone charger
lighter/matches
flashlight
if its winter, extra jacket/gloves/hat
actual musical cd's, if your phone/mp3 is dead
spare change
a few pens
car fluids - oil, coolant, windshield washer, etc
tire pressure gauge
paper maps (cant beat old school)
a hide a key


i think thats everything thats in my car..
Jan 19 2013 2:30AM
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SwagtasticWalrus
Posts: 1268 - Karma: 184
Is that all?
Jan 19 2013 11:45AM
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Ben_Mo-Fat
Posts: 328 - Karma: 793
cool red flames going down the side of your car, really really loud, speed racer leather jacket, helmet (for safety), the interior seat should have awesome flames on them as well. Bumper stickers are key for a car to run smoothly as well, so make sure that you have plenty of those, the more ignorant, prejudice, funny they are the better.
Jan 19 2013 12:04PM
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MFM
Posts: 842 - Karma: 77
fire extinguisher
Jan 19 2013 12:11PM
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Laurent.
Posts: 10056 - Karma: 25,313
I always keep a fully equipped ex-member of the SAS in my boot.

There he is, hiding behind the bag of kindling:

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Jan 19 2013 12:12PM
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Willgum
Posts: 3254 - Karma: 3,066
Napkins. Get fucking napkins and keep em in glove box, you will be so happy to have them in the future.

Small toolkit with pliars/ screwdriver

Scissors/ a knife




Jan 19 2013 12:30PM
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theabortionator
Posts: 51738 - Karma: 163,438
jumper cables and tools.


Other than that just think about things you need and can't be without/ forget.


Like for skiing you might want a pair of dry mittens and socks in your car at all times. Things like that depend on the person. You might want to keep some extra clothes in there, some snacks.

Sunglasses are a good idea. I keep a lot of shit in mine because I could get a phone call at any point in the summer and drive to gerogia, maine, illinois, or anywhere and be ready to go from where I am and camp for a week or 3.


That kind of shit might not be helpful to somebody else though.
Jan 19 2013 12:35PM
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Chief.
Posts: 276 - Karma: 399
i tinted the windows in my subaru and it made a world of difference it stays soooo much cooler in the summer and its steezy
Jan 19 2013 12:42PM
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Pancake_Fucker
Posts: 1843 - Karma: 1,921
I came here to post that napkins are the best thing to have within reach of the driver. When you go to McDonalds, or wherever, out the napkins you do use in the glove box or center console. Also, toe rope, tools, jumpers, a jug of oil, and a candle.
Jan 19 2013 12:46PM
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Willgum
Posts: 3254 - Karma: 3,066
I always underestimated the practicality of tinting. Keeps the car cooler, and you dont get blinded by the sun as easily. Plus more privacy, tints is actually a good starter
Jan 19 2013 12:49PM
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Chief.
Posts: 276 - Karma: 399
ya dude i went a shade lighter on the front two windows so i can still see my mirrors just fine and i got the strip across my windshield that helps a lot since i have shitty visors
Jan 19 2013 12:56PM
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alex=
Posts: 1738 - Karma: 2,835
Rape kits are essential in every vehicle
Jan 19 2013 1:02PM
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ryano
Posts: 4465 - Karma: 1,535
yea thats about it.

a car is basically just a big backpack.
Jan 19 2013 2:00PM
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Sno.
Posts: 12155 - Karma: 6,152
Keep a spare credit care in there that you never use. seriously-- don't tell me this is stupid, put it somewhere tucked away, and if someone steals it just cancel the card. But this can be really helpful if you're stuck in a jam somewhere and need money-- like if your car breaks down and you need to pay for a tow, or you're out of gas and you realize you left your debit card in your other pants, I dunno-- I've just been really thankful I've had mine quite a few times.
Jan 19 2013 2:06PM
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pomme-de-terre
Posts: 3915 - Karma: 703
i always throw a bracelet around my shift knob and get a sharpie magnum for each car.

the bracelet is for luck and the magnum is for vandalizing gas station bathrooms.
Jan 19 2013 5:36PM
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whoa-dere
Posts: 10596 - Karma: 7,105
just a cute bitch like this in the frontseat/backseat/trunk
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Jan 19 2013 7:25PM
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Skittle.
Posts: 2537 - Karma: 718
duct tape. for when shit like your exhaust comes apart and starts dragging on the ground, you can duct tape that shit up and get back home! Click for larger image
Jan 19 2013 7:39PM
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tgm
Posts: 278 - Karma: 325
well i'd say wheels are pretty essential to move
Jan 19 2013 7:52PM
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Chompo.
Posts: 4952 - Karma: 88
In addition to all the things posted in this thread already I always leave a cigar cutter in my car..
Jan 19 2013 7:54PM
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Laurent.
Posts: 10056 - Karma: 25,313
My Aston didn't came with wheels...

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Jan 19 2013 7:55PM
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Laurent.
Posts: 10056 - Karma: 25,313
Are you a mobster who regularly cuts off people's fingers?

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Jan 19 2013 7:57PM
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