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Jan 22, 2014 | 04:33 PM

#6481

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Originally Posted by Yumcha

Acquaintance of mine at a Nissan dealership said that there was no real reason for the price hike except that there was a nice demand and so, they could get away with it.

So, in regards to those darned Germans........

true, those german cars are always collecting dust on the lots..

Jan 22, 2014 | 04:37 PM

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I think it's time we reminded Germany and Japan who wears the pants..

Jan 22, 2014 | 04:38 PM

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Jan 22, 2014 | 04:43 PM

#6484

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So, an Acura, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz drive into a bar....................

Jan 22, 2014 | 04:43 PM

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I think it's time we reminded Germany and Japan who wears the pants..

When it comes to prices, I sure the heck aren't.

Jan 22, 2014 | 04:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Crazy Bimmer

true, those german cars are always collecting dust on the lots..

agreed

http://motoresanu.blogspot.it/2013/1...e-corrida.html
http://motoresanu.blogspot.pt/2013/1...orrida_11.html

srika, watching Chris Harris F40 vs F50 video again

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:10 PM

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Cool comparison.

The WRX doesn't look too bad in the video. Curious how it would look in a hatch version.

What do you guys think about this?

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Jan 22, 2014 | 05:24 PM

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The wheels are inset too far and there's too much wheel gap. It looks like a tarted up Corolla. I think the WRX is an aesthetic disaster.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:30 PM

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No WRX buyer should ever have the stock wheels for more than a month, so that's all good.

After having a high powered FWD, I would choose the WRX if I had a choice.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:35 PM

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The front end of the WRX/STi has grown on me a lot. The rear is still a massive disappointment.

oh what could have been...

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:37 PM

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Was this posted yet?

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Jan 22, 2014 | 05:40 PM

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Damn. I didn't know Focus ST run 1/4 mile in like 14.7 @ 96.5. Thought it would be faster. The slow ass BRZ does it in like 14.8 @ 95.5.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:41 PM

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Quote:

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Was this posted yet?

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I love, love, love the 6 Series gran coupe.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:43 PM

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Me too. If I was in the market, I would get the M6 Gran Coupe over the M5

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:45 PM

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The XFR-S is too gaudy. The wing does it no favors. The E63... I want to love it, but it reminds me of a pufferfish.

M6 GC is still probably my favorite sedan to date based on looks alone

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:47 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32

Me too. If I was in the market, I would get the M6 Gran Coupe over the M5

Quote:

Originally Posted by Costco

M6 GC is still probably my favorite sedan to date based on looks alone

Agree on the M6GC. I also think M6GC>M5. That being said, M6GC is ~$20k more expensive too.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:51 PM

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great video.

so sad the # of people who will never experience / use those cars in that manner.

Jan 22, 2014 | 05:59 PM

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Quote:

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Dat ass

neither are looking at the car

Jan 22, 2014 | 07:27 PM

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Did you guys see this on BMW 4 Series Convertible?

WTF?

Jan 22, 2014 | 07:44 PM

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wow. is that for real?

reminds me of something domestics used to do. in the 80's.

Jan 22, 2014 | 07:49 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32

Me too. If I was in the market, I would get the M6 Gran Coupe over the M5

Starting price $115,000
Loaded tops out at nearly 140,000

Yeah right

Jan 22, 2014 | 07:50 PM

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wow. is that for real?

reminds me of something domestics used to do. in the 80's.

Does it have rich Corinthian leather?

Jan 22, 2014 | 08:54 PM

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^^^^ yeah!!! that!!!!

tried to find a high-res image of this, google image search no workey too well..

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Jan 22, 2014 | 08:58 PM

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Did you guys see this on BMW 4 Series Convertible?

WTF?

Yes. It's lame.

Jan 22, 2014 | 09:03 PM

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Greatest dad...ever...

Jan 22, 2014 | 09:09 PM

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Quote:

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^^^^ yeah!!! that!!!!

tried to find a high-res image of this, google image search no workey too well..

You looking for the Fish and AJ's Van? Its pretty bad ass.

Ill post a pic..

Jan 22, 2014 | 09:10 PM

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Oh never mind, its a Nissan 'van'

Jan 22, 2014 | 09:14 PM

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This thing is so cool. Motor under the drivers seat, turbo.

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Jan 22, 2014 | 09:45 PM

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Jan 22, 2014 | 09:50 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by 00TL-P3.2

With only 502 made of each Evo I & Evo II, they'll be quite pricey. Who knows how many are still on the road. I'd love to have either.

There is 1 currently for sale in Germany.

That's around 75,000 miles I believe.

Asking price? 84,500 Euros.

Jan 22, 2014 | 11:00 PM

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Jan 22, 2014 | 11:57 PM

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At those prices, might as well make a kit car.

Jan 23, 2014 | 02:15 AM

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At those prices, might as well make a kit car.

You could use that argument against near anything over $50-60,000, though. The kit world has enough out there now-a-days to rival almost anything.

Jan 23, 2014 | 02:17 AM

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some random garage type pix

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Jan 23, 2014 | 05:00 AM

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Yep. Tou are correct. Once a car is 25 years old, the Nhtsa requirements are dropped. So My friend (car dealer in Japan) told me a lot of guys are asking for R32's, and they run about $10-18K at auction (quite used, not excellent condition), and the US sell price is abot $30k. Nice profit if you can swing it.

In Canada it's 15 years old. R32s and other RHD novelties are a common sight. Buying an R32 from here would probably make more sense than going to Japan.

We'll start to enjoy the R34s that have been popping around.

Jan 23, 2014 | 08:29 AM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by JS + BRZ

I love, love, love the 6 Series gran coupe.

Quote:

Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32

Me too. If I was in the market, I would get the M6 Gran Coupe over the M5

Quote:

Originally Posted by Costco

The XFR-S is too gaudy. The wing does it no favors. The E63... I want to love it, but it reminds me of a pufferfish.
M6 GC is still probably my favorite sedan to date based on looks alone

AMG Power for me!

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There is 1 currently for sale in Germany.
That's around 75,000 miles I believe.
Asking price? 84,500 Euros.

So much want.

Jan 23, 2014 | 08:56 AM

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"New" 2015 Navigator. Makes the Escalade look good.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/...-2015/4785849/

Jan 23, 2014 | 09:04 AM

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Saw the new Mazda3 hatch today. Simply stunning. Best looking hatch on the market by a mile. Puts the Mk7 Golf to shame on looks. Reminds me of a Japanese Alfa Romeo.

If they don't screw up the Mazdaspeed3, it will be the best looking sporty car under $40K.

Jan 23, 2014 | 09:51 AM

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You could use that argument against near anything over $50-60,000, though. The kit world has enough out there now-a-days to rival almost anything.

hmm I wonder how much it would cost to buy a 190 2.3-16 and modify it to look like an Evolution...

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"New" 2015 Navigator. Makes the Escalade look good.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/...-2015/4785849/

looks like something from the 90's. and not in a good way.

although, that's a difficult shape to cut - I am not sure how I would prefer a 2015 model to look...

Jan 23, 2014 | 10:17 AM

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hmm I wonder how much it would cost to buy a 190 2.3-16 and modify it to look like an Evolution...

looks like something from the 90's. and not in a good way.

although, that's a difficult shape to cut - I am not sure how I would prefer a 2015 model to look...

At least you can largely tell that the Tahoe/Yukon/Slade/whatever triplets are redesigned for 2015. The Navigator is merely a nip and tuck. Ford wonders why Lincoln isn't taken seriously...