Flybrian

Agreed on the basis of how many utterly lousy Daewoos I've seen. In reference to cars like the Camry (and Accord), they are the types of cars people wash when they get it for free with an 8gal fillup. The less passion a car inspires, the less appreciative an owner is. I've seen Cutlass Cieras in better condition than '02+ Camries.

Super Vette Spied! Again! Chevy’s 650-hp Corvette SS caught heading in for EPA testing AutoWeek | Published 11/06/06, 9:03 am et Link to full article and pics @ Autoweek Not even a month has passed since we first reported on Chevrolet’s plans for a super Corvette, a halo model well in excess of the already superb Z06. Judging by these spy shots, it appears assurances we were given earlier this year that the car was on the development fast track (“To Hell and Back,” May were right on target. These photos were taken by George Kachadoorian just outside of Ann Arbor last week. He suspects the car was headed in for EPA testing. While the hood scoop indicates this is something other than an ordinary Z06, the real prize is under the hood where our spies previously heard the whine of what is most likely a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 pushing as much as 650 hp. The engine, which will be hand-built at a rate of 1500-2000 per year at the General Motors Performance Center outside Detroit, features an integrated intake manifold intercooler similar to the one GM developed for the Cadillac STS V-Series. So far, names for the production supercharged Corvette include everything from Z07 to Blue Devil to Corvette SS to Sting Ray. No matter what they call it, look for production of the 2009 model to start in early 2008. And set aside at least $100,000 if you want to one in your driveway.

I agree with your sentiments about the Chromtech wheels, though they do look good for a chintzy car.

Kia Motors America Announces October Sales IRVINE, Calif., November 1, 2006 – Kia Motors America (KMA) continues on pace toward another annual sales record with year-to-date unit sales of 242,095, up 2.2-percent. While October sales totaled 20,097 units, down 2.6-percent from the same period last year, the all-new Sedona had its best month of the year with 6,241 units sold. “Our next-generation products and phenomenal vehicle safety ratings, such as the Optima’s five-star NHTSA rating, continue to grab consumers’ attention,” said Len Hunt, executive vice president and COO of KMA. “By building upon and staying true to our core promises of value, safety and warranty, Kia is charging straight ahead toward another successful sales year in the U.S.” Kia Motors America – the sales, marketing and distribution arm of Kia Motors Corp. in Seoul, South Korea – offers a complete line of vehicles through more than 630 dealers throughout the United States. For more information visit www.kiamedia.com.

20.10.2006 Opel is backing up new Astra sedan Link to Full Article & Commentary @ Autoblog Istanbul. Opel is back into the compact sedan market. And it backed up its new entry, the Astra Sedan, at its world premiere at the Istanbul motor show yesterday with two company firsts: General Motors has never before premiered a new car in Turkey. And it never before drove it on stage in reverse. Friedhelm Engler, chief designer compact cars at General Motors Design Europe, said climbing out of the back seat of the Astra: "We are back in the market of compact sedans with the new Astra. And its back is what it's all about. It gives ample space for the luggage of a family of five and shows the versatility of the Astra architecture." Standing back to back to the new car, Engler also explained: "Using the longer wheelbase Astra Caravan as base, the new Astra Sedan also has lots of legroom in the back, as I just experienced." The Astra sedan will be produced in Gliwice, Poland, an ideal location to serve the Central and Eastern European markets for which the car has been primarily developed. The new model features a range of two gasoline and two diesel engines with output between 90 and 140 hp, and will go on sale in autumn 2007. Notchback sedans are highly sought after in these strong, thriving markets. 67 percent of Turkish customers who purchase a compact class car, for example, choose a notchback model. In Russia, this figure is 65 percent and in Poland and South-East Europe the total is around 15 percent. The new four-door sedan matches the special needs of Central and Eastern European customers while retaining the characteristics of the current successful Astra range. The new model's designers adopted the long wheelbase from the station wagon (2703 mm) for generous space in the rear and a large luggage compartment (500 liters). Click the Autoblog link above for more...revealing photos

At Target. $19.99

I'm going to get one. Seriously. For the uninitiated...

Its even worse because the Matrix is marketed as a completely seperate vehicle unrealted to the Corolla.

Press Days: Nov 29-30, 2006 Public Days: Dec 1-10, 2006

What's with the low-key anihomosity in here?

Again, I said it looks stupid. I also thought the Bonneville we bought six years ago looked stupid when it first came out. Obviously, something changed my mind and my first impression. Can the Tundra? We'll sure see. Poopyhead. :AH-HA_wink:

Am I? Or did I merely say.... Good advice. I bet you wouldn't call me a psychic if I said it looked great, now would you?

For AutoBlog's educated speculation about powertrain details, click the link below... Link to Full Article @ AutoBlog PRESS RELEASE 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R to Debut at L.A. Auto Show NASHVILLE (Nov. 3. 2006) – Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced that it will introduce two exciting new performance vehicles at the Los Angeles Auto Show, November 29th, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. All-new for 2007, the Nissan Sentra will once again have SE-R high performance models; both SE-R and SE-R Spec V. As a pioneer model in the field of sport compact cars, the 2007 Nissan Sentra SE-R offers more power, performance and technology to this highly acclaimed model. The SE-R Spec V model will be powered by a specifically designed high-output version of Nissan's 2.5-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine. Additional information on the SE-R with be announced at the LA Auto Show on November 29th. Nissan will also showcase another uniquely styled, exhilarating performance-oriented vehicle, which marks Nissan's entry into a previously untapped customer segment. Details on the second world debut vehicle are being withheld until Nissan's press conference on November 29 at 10:00AM PST. In addition, Nissan will participate in the 2006 Hybrids and Green Cars/LA event that takes place during the media days portion of the Los Angeles Auto Show on Wednesday, November 29 and Thursday, November 30. This event will allow attendees an opportunity to drive many advanced technology vehicles from various manufacturers. Nissan will showcase three products at this ride and drive, including the 2007 Altima Hybrid, the X-Trail Fuel Cell Vehicle and the 2007 Armada Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV).

Smartass much? Try reading what I said before commenting. Oh wait, I forgot, you're psychic and you know my words inside and out without needing to read what is posted.

Fixed

L.A. Show Adds More Debuts Link to Original Article @ TCC The November debut of the Los Angeles auto show - its centennial - will showcase the debuts of 21 new vehicles, show organizers said in a release. The introductions span the spectrum of automakers; GM plans to introduce four new vehicles, including a hybrid SUV, while BMW will bring its new X5 and Hydrogen 7 and Aston Martin, its convertible V8 Vantage. Ford's new Escape and the new Buick Enclave are also on the show's intro list. The Los Angeles show also promises the premieres of seven concept vehicles as well as this year's Design Challenge, which taps environmental themes.

Top-20 selling vehicles in U.S. through October DETROIT, Nov 1 (Reuters) - The following are the 20 top-selling vehicles in the U.S. through October of 2006 as reported by the automakers. Following is a list of the top-20 selling vehicles, ranked by total units.

I saw it a few times at the Tampa Auto Show. It still looks pretty ghastly and the knock-off King Ranch interior they showed was hillarious.

I would only do it with full knowledge of the repair quality, unless the price is so ridiculously low it doesn't matter.

FOR RELEASE: 2006-11-03 Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned Program Named Industry's Best Intellichoice.com awards best Luxury rating to Cadillac Link to Press Release @ GM Media DETROIT, Mich., - Intellichoice.com, a leading consumer automotive data resource, has named Cadillac as having the best Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) program among all luxury brands for 2007. The eighth annual Intellichoice.com Best Certified Pre-Owned Award ranks luxury car brands on the quality and value of key CPO features such as warranties, certification processes, financing and roadside assistance. Cadillac's Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles (CPO) provides luxury car shoppers with the confidence of an exhaustive inspection, certification and warranty program. Cadillac certification includes an inspection of more than 100 quality points, a bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, six months of free OnStar "Directions and Connections" service and free roadside assistance. "Cadillac Certified Pre-Owned is an important extension of the growth of the Cadillac brand," said Jim Taylor, Cadillac general manager. "It enables new and different consumers to experience the quality of our revitalized products and customer care."

Bet the guy with the ES across the street feels like a douche.

Makes his ranting in Harold and Kumar even more ironic

I wouldn't mind a second smaller car, but one that doesn't look quite so stupid.

I had to rollback the forum to the last update (~8hours ago) because of the hacker.

Logically, they should lash out against the culture (i.e. their own) that creates that trend of wasteful single-user trucks instead of the trucks themselves.