The TCH is the best car I've owned, I'd give it a 9.5. Comfort, ample power, quiet, silky smooth acceleration, great stereo and great gas mileage. Got to love 700 miles per tank.

Number two would be my '75 Peugeot Diesel 504 sedan, I'd give it a 9. I have yet to drive another car that handled rough roads, snow and ice so well. Road and Track said: "We've never driven a car that was affected less by bumps, ditches, ridges or ruts even when being driven hard" You can totally ignore speed bumps. Very comfortable, great mileage (35 city, 36 highway) and fantastic brakes. Four wheel disc brakes, independent suspension, rack and pinion steering, 10 inches of ground clearance! It really could have used a bit more power.

The third best was my '83 Honda Accord LX. Highway trips often yielded 42 to 43 mpg. City was about 30. Very comfortable, fun to drive (55mph at redline in 2nd, 85mph in 3rd). I miss that car!