At a cross roads
04-01-2010, 01:26 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Porsche 911 Carrera S Convertible. Midnight Blue, 6 Speed.Retired - 2007 997 Carrera S, Midnight Blue, Grey leather, premium audioRetired - 2007 550i, Monaco Blue over Beige, Navigation, Logic 7, Cold Weather Pack, Comfort Access, Sport Package
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Actually I WOULD turn down an Aston Martin for an M6 or a Porsche 911 any day of the week. Both of the other cars kicked the Aston's arse in the Top Gear testing (in Wales as I recall). And yes, the fact that it's a Ford product does turn me off significantly - EEEEEWWWWWW FORD!!!!! 
I have no doubt that the M6 and the 911 are better performers, but neither has the style, sophistication , personality or presence of the Aston. Not close.
As for ownership of the brands, I never understand why it is even remotely relevent.
Would you be turned off a Ferrari because FIAT own them?
Would you be turned off a Lamborghini because Audi (and ultimately VW) own them?
Would you be turned off a Porsche because VW (soon) will own them?
it's all about the cars - pure and simple.
04-01-2010, 01:30 PM
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My Ride: 2008 Silverstone II E60 M5 2012 E70 AW X5 50i Sport w/ LCI Aero Kit and Rocker Panels
While I loved my M5, I'd go with the E63. Jag shouldn't even be in the same sentence as the other two...ick.
M5 is kinda 'dated' now. Poor fuel economy WILL get on your nerves at some point.
E63 is a torque monster. Gotta love that. Styling is subjective, but I like it and since it just came out, it's not 'dated'.
Big downside to the MB is you'll be like Calton...and no one wants that.
M5 is kinda 'dated' now. Poor fuel economy WILL get on your nerves at some point.
E63 is a torque monster. Gotta love that. Styling is subjective, but I like it and since it just came out, it's not 'dated'.
Big downside to the MB is you'll be like Calton...and no one wants that.
I can't wait until you have kids, Ed. That Turbo will look good on the used dealer lot in a year or two.
04-01-2010, 01:31 PM
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04-01-2010, 01:36 PM
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04-01-2010, 01:37 PM
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For obvious reasons (yes, and before you say it, Calton, one of them is this child is too cute to be mine
), this isn't my picture or my kid
04-01-2010, 01:47 PM
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I was going to say that this kid doesn't look too Asian, but she sure is cute. Hahahahaha! This is good to know for my next car purchase when I have to sell the wife on it being "kid friendly".