mod cons

Ah, the infamous "mod cons"—short for "modern conveniences". These are the little luxuries that transform a dreary existence into something vaguely bearable. Think air conditioning, power windows, Bluetooth connectivity, and heated seats. Without them, you're practically living in the Stone Age—or a budget camper van. In Aussie cars, expect keyless entry, rearview cameras, and sometimes even adaptive cruise control as standard on newer models. If you’re scouring Tradingpost or CarShowroom, filter for vehicles boasting these mod cons to avoid a trip back to the dark ages.