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Gay people shouldn't be in the world. That's just funny. You sort of imagine it being preceeded by "Aint no." What a 'tard.
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Its a UPS truck with an Armada growing out of it.
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Seriously, how hard is it to do that? Its a good vehicle and definitely unique in the European market.
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Hyundai: The Power to Embezzle You.
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Chevrolet HHR Under Consideration for Europe Link to Original Article @ Edmunds.com ZURICH, Switzerland — General Motors' European operation has announced it will show the Chevrolet HHR (Heritage High Roof) next month at the Geneva auto show in a bid to gauge European interest in the retro-styled hatchback/wagon. On sale in the United States since 2005, the HHR was initially ruled out for European sale due to the reorganization of the Chevrolet brand following GM's takeover of Korean carmaker Daewoo, which now supplies the majority of Chevrolet models in Europe. However, high-ranking GM officials say there is now a very good likelihood of it being placed on sale in selected European markets. "We've already weighed the financial aspects of bringing the HHR to Europe. Now we want to see how the car-buying public reacts to the car," a source told Inside Line. One drawback to the plan could be the HHR's lack of a diesel engine. Currently sold with a choice of two four-cylinder gasoline engines, a 146-horsepower 2.2-liter and a 174-hp 2.4-liter, its appeal would be limited in a market driven by sales of compact diesel-powered hatchbacks. Another obstacle is the lack of a right-hand-drive version for the U.K. market. What this means to you: Iconic American looks and a badge to match could persuade Europeans to get interested in the HHR.
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The simple fact is Chrysler has minivans and GM doesn't. Even if they're not world-beaters, they exist and people buy them. That's reason enough to keep. Saturn is in a better position than Chrysler right now, speaking of which. Saturn has an entire line of appealing products while Chrysler has two trim levels of one car that are presentable.
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I never use those car washes. Ever.
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Non-issue. Its irrelevent now that GM has a better car on a newer platform. Again, we're talking about mergers and getting rid of overlap and what's best for the highest bidder (i.e. GM). Charger is a fleet princess anyway. Dude...doesn't matter. Again, hypothetically, GM has its own models of mediocre Chrysler products. The only worthwhile thing for GM out of this deal would be, I feel, the vehicles I mentioned. What good does the hemi do GM? None. What good does an older Mercedes-sourced RWD platform do GM when its in the beginning stages of ramping up its own? None. What good do two sedans whose volume six-cylinder models end up in fleets and a wagon that no one buys do for GM when they're trying to curtail rental sales? None. This isn't even mentioning the overstocked pickups and midsize cars and SUVs Chrysler can't give away.Is doesn't matter if OMG TEH LUZERNE IZ TEH SUK!!!! The statement I made was "Those are the only things really worth a damn [to GM]," and regardless of what 'hit the streets' when, those are still the only things worth a damn to GM.
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2007 Grand Prix GT Supercharged 3800III Astroroof Leather power heated seats Head-up display Chrome wheels 6,000 miles $17000They exist that way now. Enough incentive?
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Why would you want a Charger over a G8? A 300 over a new (or in some cases, current) Lucerne? The Magnum just doesn't sell that well. They don't matter in terms of an aquisition because GM has/will shortly have product that exceeds those vehicles on a GM platform. Even if they were equal (and they're not), dump the older ones. All the vehicles I listed fill gaps in GM's lineup (SXT Calibers = Vibe GT; minivans) or are just too good to let go (Core Jeep brand). The Sprinter is an excellent companion to GM's cargo/15-passenger vans. So, no, the LX cars do not matter one bit in this far-fetched, hypothetical, and will-never-happen possibility.
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IMO, it isn't that they have three engines, its that the midlevel engine blows and the top engine should be the midlevel engine.
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And the Sexiest Car at the Auto Show Award goes to...
Flybrian replied to Northstar's topic in Chicago Auto Show (CAS)
Unlike the S-Class, the pronounced wheel arches work here. Most Mercedes bore me, however - even the MacLaren - simply because they're all in silver, silver, silver, silver. If I need another silver Mercedes, I'm going to gouge my eyes out with an auger. A different color makes this car hot. Chrome wheels makes it even hotter. -
Yeah, keep up the good design work, Toyota.
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They both have a common ancestor and a common heritage in reality. In any case, you could just about dump the entire D-C-J lineup except the Sprinter, Wrangler, Grand Cherokee, Liberty, Patriot, Caliber, and minivans. Those are the only things really worth a damn.
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Victory Edition Corvette celebrates Le Mans success Limited edition of 250 Corvette Coupes will arrive in Europe at the beginning of March To celebrate the success of Corvette in sports car racing – and in particular the prestigious Le Mans 24-Hour event, a limited series of just 250 'Victory Edition' Corvette Coupes is being produced. Since Corvette Racing made its debut in 1999, the team has won over 50 races, including five class wins at the 24 Hours of Le Mans between 2001 and 2006. The Victory Edition Corvette is based on the Corvette C6 Coupe which shares strong links with the Corvette C6.R race car and the high performance version Corvette Z06. The Victory Edition offers the LS2 6.0L V-8 engine producing 297kW (404 hp) and 546 Nm of torque, matched to a rear-mounted transaxle that helps improve vehicle weight distribution. A six-speed manual gearbox is standard, with the option of an electronically controlled 6-speed Paddle Shift transmission with automatic modes. The Victory Edition Corvette is available in two colours reflecting the Corvette racing heritage; Black or Velocity Yellow Tintcoat, distinguished by Competition Grey aluminium wheels, 18-inch front and 19-inch rear. A body-colour wide rear spoiler is a further distinguishing feature. The interior features two-tone leather seats with Corvette flag emblems and contrasting stitching. Cars with the black exterior feature an ebony and red theme while ebony and titanium grey colours mark the interior of Velocity Yellow cars. Both interiors are further enhanced by Competition Grey door sill plates, a carbon-look interior trim package and a unique, numbered 'Victory Edition' badge. The Victory Edition Corvette features a DVD Navigation System with touch screen and voice guidance, along with a Luxury Package. This includes heated seats, a memory package with presets for two drivers for the 6-way power driver's seat, exterior mirrors and powered telescopic steering wheel. A head-up display including G-force meter, auto-dimming inside rear view mirror and a premium Bose® 7-speaker sound system. Every Corvette Victory Edition will get a numbered car identification interior badge. And, as part of their ownership experience, buyers are invited to participate in a 1 day free Corvette Drivers Training event with professional instructors at selected race tracks across Europe. The Corvette Victory Edition will be available in Europe at the beginning of March 2007.
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Saw a white Avenger today. Guess what? Its a rental.
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An aquisitions of Chrysler would give GM the formidable Dodge Attitude. That alone is worth considering.
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Choppin' Competition #35 - Super Buick
Flybrian replied to Flybrian's topic in Choppin' Competitions
Alrighty, guys...a little over 24 hours left to turn in your Super Buicks. Remember, Enclave, LaCrosse, and Lucerne are all open for modification here! -
And by 'Camino' I mean 'car-based pickup...'
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Gord, Is this the 'door trim' issue that caused the poor results? Thanks for your insight! I assume you may work at Oshawa?
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Yes. Black-tie is a quick fix to get tactilly-better componants in existing cars now.
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280lb-ft of torque through a 4-speed HydraMatic is a supercharged Bonneville makes you forget about its 3800lbs. Nevermind the mid-20s for fuel economy. I think the 6.0l will surprise many in overall performance.