Cars you should be in love with, but aren't
03-14-2008, 02:26 PM
#41
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Originally Posted by mystikk
Any Lamborghinis .. Most Ferraris .. Enzo especially .. I mean, I'll turn my head and be like "Wow, it's a freaking Enzo/Lambo!" if I see them, but as far as wanting one. 
Might risk sounding ignorant here, but it seems once you buy one Porsche, you've bought them all .. Besides engine power, I can't even tell a 944 from a 911. Only exception is the CGT, which I think is a beautiful piece of machinery.
Might risk sounding ignorant here, but it seems once you buy one Porsche, you've bought them all .. Besides engine power, I can't even tell a 944 from a 911. Only exception is the CGT, which I think is a beautiful piece of machinery.
03-14-2008, 02:29 PM
#42
I now drive an accord....
Originally Posted by mystikk
It is, admittedly. I dunno, it's the same rounded rooftop, same boxer engine layout, same bug-eye headlights, different variations of wings and wheels is all .. I can't say much for their interiors though.
Ummm you can't compare a 944 to a 911
I do still like the 944, but its no 911
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03-14-2008, 03:08 PM
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Supercars.
Yea, theyre nice to look at. But spending that kind of green (outright cost, plus the cost to maintain it, plus horrible depreciation) seems sort of ...wasteful.
At least to me it does. I like looking at them, but Id never want to own one.
The 5 series are fugly. And so is the M6 front bumper. In fact, if it werent for BMW's awesomeness and interior Id probably hate their whole lineup right now.
Yea, theyre nice to look at. But spending that kind of green (outright cost, plus the cost to maintain it, plus horrible depreciation) seems sort of ...wasteful.
At least to me it does. I like looking at them, but Id never want to own one.
The 5 series are fugly. And so is the M6 front bumper. In fact, if it werent for BMW's awesomeness and interior Id probably hate their whole lineup right now.
03-14-2008, 03:19 PM
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Based on looks alone:
Porsche 911 - They've looked the same since the late 70s and I'm sick of the design. The if it ain't broke argument ended after decade #3
BMW 1 Series - I can't figure out how anyone would pony up nearly $40K for this ugly vehicle
Bugatti Veyron - Yeah its over a million dollars but it really is ugly
Mercedes McLaren - It's a giant clown shoe for christ's sake
BMW 6 Series - That face. That face.
Porsche 911 - They've looked the same since the late 70s and I'm sick of the design. The if it ain't broke argument ended after decade #3
BMW 1 Series - I can't figure out how anyone would pony up nearly $40K for this ugly vehicle
Bugatti Veyron - Yeah its over a million dollars but it really is ugly
Mercedes McLaren - It's a giant clown shoe for christ's sake
BMW 6 Series - That face. That face.
03-14-2008, 03:22 PM
#45
I now drive an accord....
Originally Posted by BadBadNeil
Based on looks alone:
Porsche 911 - They've looked the same since the late 70s and I'm sick of the design. The if it ain't broke argument ended after decade #3
BMW 1 Series - I can't figure out how anyone would pony up nearly $40K for this ugly vehicle
Bugatti Veyron - Yeah its over a million dollars but it really is ugly
Mercedes McLaren - It's a giant clown shoe for christ's sake
BMW 6 Series - That face. That face.
Porsche 911 - They've looked the same since the late 70s and I'm sick of the design. The if it ain't broke argument ended after decade #3
BMW 1 Series - I can't figure out how anyone would pony up nearly $40K for this ugly vehicle
Bugatti Veyron - Yeah its over a million dollars but it really is ugly
Mercedes McLaren - It's a giant clown shoe for christ's sake
BMW 6 Series - That face. That face.
The timeless design is what I love about the 911. It was hot when it came out and
its still hot today with only slight variations.
I forgot to mention it earlier but yes the Veyron is at the top of my list. That car is soo badass I should want to sell my first born for it. However I think its uglier than a cavalier
03-14-2008, 03:57 PM
#46
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Originally Posted by SakiGT
Supercars.
Yea, theyre nice to look at. But spending that kind of green (outright cost, plus the cost to maintain it, plus horrible depreciation) seems sort of ...wasteful.
At least to me it does. I like looking at them, but Id never want to own one.
Yea, theyre nice to look at. But spending that kind of green (outright cost, plus the cost to maintain it, plus horrible depreciation) seems sort of ...wasteful.
At least to me it does. I like looking at them, but Id never want to own one.
Seeing them featured on the covers of C&D and R&T turns me off from buying the mags. Even if I could afford them, IMHO the Z06/ZR1 (and upcoming GT-R for 2+2 fans) seems to cover most supercar bases without costing as much as the average home.
03-14-2008, 04:15 PM
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+2 to the supercars. A friend has a Diablo and after 10K miles he had to replace the clutch at a cost of $10K. Not to mention the cost of putting gas in it. Same guy had a couple of Ferraris and won't buy another because in the year he owned his 360 it spent more time in the shop than his garage.
But, he does like to drive his cars not store them in a museum like a lot of collectors.
But, he does like to drive his cars not store them in a museum like a lot of collectors.
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03-14-2008, 04:24 PM
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I happen to freaking love Porsches and especially Lotuses 
Even though I know they're marked up a buttload from the factory already, I still want one, probably used though, and the older ones, like the 944 (pretty cheap nowadays), 993, 996 are beautiful and easily distinguishable to me.
It just makes you wonder, are that many people a bunch of rich snobs or are they really not able to resist the Porsche driving experience? I've yet to drive one, though I considered a 944 before.
I forgot about the GTR and STi.... the new GTR is amazing but I would never drive something that looks like that, R34, R33 or R32 in GTR spec with manual tranny for me. And the STi just looks like a WRX on steroids, which looks like an Impreza on steroids, which looks like a Camry on steroids.
IS-F too... beeep beeep beeeeeeeep
Even though I know they're marked up a buttload from the factory already, I still want one, probably used though, and the older ones, like the 944 (pretty cheap nowadays), 993, 996 are beautiful and easily distinguishable to me.
It just makes you wonder, are that many people a bunch of rich snobs or are they really not able to resist the Porsche driving experience? I've yet to drive one, though I considered a 944 before.
I forgot about the GTR and STi.... the new GTR is amazing but I would never drive something that looks like that, R34, R33 or R32 in GTR spec with manual tranny for me. And the STi just looks like a WRX on steroids, which looks like an Impreza on steroids, which looks like a Camry on steroids.
IS-F too... beeep beeep beeeeeeeep
03-14-2008, 04:26 PM
#49
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GTR
LMAO
Originally Posted by TheMirror
I love the Murcielago, but the Gallardo just looks like a wood-chip to me.
03-14-2008, 04:32 PM
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GTR- It can be japan's answer to the corvette but who the heck was asking that question anyways?
m3- Its too bad its turned into a fat car with a v8. I'd take one if given to me, but I'd much rather see them use the less-is-more strategy that the original e30 or even the 2002ti had.
Upcoming NSX- I'm so fed up with the hype and delays that anything less than a Honda Tie Fighter is going to disappoint me.
m3- Its too bad its turned into a fat car with a v8. I'd take one if given to me, but I'd much rather see them use the less-is-more strategy that the original e30 or even the 2002ti had.
Upcoming NSX- I'm so fed up with the hype and delays that anything less than a Honda Tie Fighter is going to disappoint me.
03-14-2008, 05:36 PM
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GN-X : bulldog
03-14-2008, 05:39 PM
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^^ hells yes. does anyone remember the full-size 80's Buick station wagon they dumped a GN-X motor into? It did 60 in 5.2 sec. 
Maybe I'll try finding the original article... it was a project by ASC/McLaren IIRC.
ps. in case you don''t know, the GN-X was a joint GM venture with ASC/McLaren.
Maybe I'll try finding the original article... it was a project by ASC/McLaren IIRC.ps. in case you don''t know, the GN-X was a joint GM venture with ASC/McLaren.
03-14-2008, 05:52 PM
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I cannot stand Gallardo. I think in order to buy that car I would need to be doped up with estrogen pills for several months I think it's the sorriest excuse for a "super car" ever, especially a Lamborghini. You wouldn't hear anyone complain about a Miura not having "Lambo" doors, but that car is a fucking legend! The Gallardo is an ugly POS Audi.
I think it's the sorriest excuse for a "super car" ever, especially a Lamborghini. You wouldn't hear anyone complain about a Miura not having "Lambo" doors, but that car is a fucking legend! The Gallardo is an ugly POS Audi.
03-14-2008, 06:13 PM
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Originally Posted by srika
^^ hells yes. does anyone remember the full-size 80's Buick station wagon they dumped a GN-X motor into? It did 60 in 5.2 sec. Maybe I'll try finding the original article... it was a project by ASC/McLaren IIRC.
ps. in case you don''t know, the GN-X was a joint GM venture with ASC/McLaren.
Maybe I'll try finding the original article... it was a project by ASC/McLaren IIRC.ps. in case you don''t know, the GN-X was a joint GM venture with ASC/McLaren.
03-14-2008, 06:27 PM
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sure those had the engine too. but this was a full-size Buick station wagon. it was a one-off project car.
03-14-2008, 06:38 PM
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Originally Posted by I Go To Costco
I happen to freaking love Porsches and especially Lotuses
I never get tired of looking at porsches. I love the "hips" Just want to run my hands over them mmmmmm.
And Lotuses (Loti?) make the hair on my neck stand up.
No Lambo's for me either. Amazing performance, but not enough CURVES.
03-14-2008, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by asujosh1
Maserati, any of them, ugh.
Rolls, Maybach, any of the chauffer driven cars you can keep.
I can't think of any others I should like.
Rolls, Maybach, any of the chauffer driven cars you can keep.
I can't think of any others I should like.
The Maseratis, from the '80s Bi-turbo to the present, leave me completely uninterested.
I don't have any fondness for Rolls, Maybach, Bentley (except the Continental coupe) or current S-class Mercedes either. I liked the prior S-class, though.
03-15-2008, 12:09 AM
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M3 FTL!!!!! I would take a 335i over it in a heartbeat. Who's idea was it to make the M3 fat? BMW makes the best I6 engine in the world (and now the best I6-turbo engine) so why would I want a torqueless V8 instead? Plus, the styling is horrible (both fascias looking odd and out of place) and the interior is still terrible. The E46 was unique in comparison with the standard 330Ci with its wider track and exagerated fender flares. The new M3 just looks like a 335i with a bad body kit.
Other cars I have never liked include the RX-8, Z4, 6-series, all Mercedes, and the new Accord (including the fat-ass coupe.......what a ugly car!!!!).....
Other cars I have never liked include the RX-8, Z4, 6-series, all Mercedes, and the new Accord (including the fat-ass coupe.......what a ugly car!!!!).....
03-15-2008, 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by hemhaw
I never get tired of looking at porsches. I love the "hips" Just want to run my hands over them mmmmmm.
And Lotuses (Loti?) make the hair on my neck stand up.
No Lambo's for me either. Amazing performance, but not enough CURVES.
03-15-2008, 09:52 PM
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Someday, an RS6 Avant+
The 6 series from BMW...All Hummer variants (unless they are painted CARC green / OD, meaning a real one), and ALL SUV's....... If you are pulling a boat, and hauling 5 people and stuff, Ok, get a Suburban. Other than that, get a god damn car.......I am tired of the Stupid Useless Vehicle generation.....Bahhh
Also, no "go fast pickup trucks" and any truck like vehicle that is 2wd.... Useless....
Also, no "go fast pickup trucks" and any truck like vehicle that is 2wd.... Useless....
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03-15-2008, 09:56 PM
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Someday, an RS6 Avant+
Originally Posted by Malayalee King
syclone or typhoon?
Yeah, they took the Chevy S-10 blazer and jammed that bad a$$ motor into it....Loved the idea, but I'm not a truck guy......The Grand National series was better.
And the GNX was ahead of its time........ Loved that, the Olds Cutlass 442 (similar body), and the Monte Carlo (and the rare aero coupe, with the curved rear glass).
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03-15-2008, 10:41 PM
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_____ like a rabbit
All M3s, GT-R, Supra, Evos, Enzo, Modena... theres a lot actually. I do, however, have a huge thing for the new STI, i love that car! especially in jdm trim...
03-15-2008, 10:43 PM
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Current gen. BMW M5...just still find it ugly as heck.
03-15-2008, 10:50 PM
#72
luvs redheads!
WTF is an r8..........hehe.... no likey.
lambos=angular ferrari=curves
All newer porches even for a car guy like me, make me look at the actual designation to figure out which one it is. They all have the same "shape".
lambos=angular ferrari=curves
All newer porches even for a car guy like me, make me look at the actual designation to figure out which one it is. They all have the same "shape".
03-16-2008, 09:29 PM
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I thought I was the only car enthusiast that could not tell one Porsche from another. Don't get me wrong, I think it is a pure design and I am glad that Porsche got away from all the other "mainstream" designs, such and the 944 and 928, but like mentioned earlier, seen one, seen em' all.Call me crazy but I think the Caymen is the sweetest looking Porsche right now.
...so cars I should be in love with, but am not?......
I'm having a really hard time loving the G37. The interior is gorgeous. The exterior.... well, It's not as agressive as the G35, but I wouldn't kick it out of the bed.
TL Type S I think I should love this car, but seeing 10 a day kind of kills it for me
Corvette Bang for the buck, cures midlife crisis, sporty, fast as all get out, good 'ole American muscle. We should all be proud of a car
Still doesn't do it for me.I could go on, but....
btw, the Enzo is a work of art IMO.
03-17-2008, 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by TommySalami
S5/A5.
Everyone seems to love that car, but it looks kind of bland to me and looks exactly the same as every other Audi. I don't like their interiors either.
Everyone seems to love that car, but it looks kind of bland to me and looks exactly the same as every other Audi. I don't like their interiors either.
03-17-2008, 07:28 PM
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1 series...ugly as sin
Hummer H2 & H3....pointless vehicles
Most Lexus'....ugly & bland....japanese caddy
Caddy XLR
ehhh, im sure there are more....just got back from Miami so i still have the images of Lamborghinis and Ferraris driving around
Hummer H2 & H3....pointless vehicles
Most Lexus'....ugly & bland....japanese caddy
Caddy XLR
ehhh, im sure there are more....just got back from Miami so i still have the images of Lamborghinis and Ferraris driving around
03-18-2008, 10:03 AM
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I don't like the Enzo, Maybachs, Rolls Roys or Bently (gross), or even the K______'s (whoever makes the CCX). I have to admit, the 6 series is a beautiful car in my eyes. Um.....Aston Martins I really like just because they have a real classy look to them. They captivate me. 
Originally Posted by mltk53
Acuras