Many have said things that are more immersive sounds or almost soundscapes like rain on roof, but I have a clear favourite short and snappy sound and that is the sound of when a basketball goes clean through the hoop without touching the rim, the so called swish.

I replaced the starter motor in my 22 year old Chevy Malibu (twice, actually) and the newest one is so strong it makes a little whine every time it goes. It’s hard to describe but it’s especially satisfying in the winter when it’s -15°F and most vehicles are slow to start and this old girl fires up with zero hesitation.