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Get a new 2006 loaded V6 Hyundai Sonata and remove the emblems.
If you're really interested, the guy up the street from me wants to unload his 2002 X-type. It needs a new engine -$12k - and its not under warranty. He says the car gave him problems from the day he bought it. Nice image though.
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Why exactly is status so important to you to begin with? If there is no reason other than worrying what people will think of you based on what you drive that is pathetic. If there is a business reason thats a little more understandable, but I still don't see why a brand new Hyundai wouldn't have a good enough image.
People who buy cars because they think other people will think they are cool or have money are way too insecure.
2001 Volvo S40-Perrin MBC@ 11psi, EST intake, 35% tint, still slow
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Originally posted by CeeBee94Z:
People who buy cars because they think other people will think they are cool or have money are way too plastic & superficial.
Fixed.
Must be that jumbly-wumbly thing happening again.
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Originally posted by Zoom Zoom Diva:
Originally posted by Jeb Hoge:
Pffft...whatever...just get a loaded Mazda 6s 5-door in red, tint the glass, and keep it clean.
Am I missing something here?
Not at all. I assume that he's looking for a clean, nice, good-looking car with some sort of "image", and frankly I think a 6s done up like I posted should fit all of his needs without going through the hassle of looking for a good-condition used whatever. And the Mazda doesn't have the Hyundai stigma.
"Think of it, if you like, as a librarian with a G-string under the tweed." Clarkson on the Mondeo.
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I don't know what he does for a living, but in some jobs like real estate the image of success is very important. While all of you might put down people who rely on what type of car you drive to judge who you are, the fact remains that for a large chunk of the general population that's exactly what happens.
I stick by my BMW recommendation. If it's a CPO the cost of ownership will be very minimal, at least until the warranty runs out.
Scott
Troll! '99 BMW 328i
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Originally posted by Jeb Hoge:
Not at all. I assume that he's looking for a clean, nice, good-looking car with some sort of "image", and frankly I think a 6s done up like I posted should fit all of his needs without going through the hassle of looking for a good-condition used whatever. And the Mazda doesn't have the Hyundai stigma.
I just wondered, as you had coincidentally described Diva very well (I have 35% tint).
Originally posted by Pigeon:
I don't know what he does for a living, but in some jobs like real estate the image of success is very important. While all of you might put down people who rely on what type of car you drive to judge who you are, the fact remains that for a large chunk of the general population that's exactly what happens.
Many people are also turned off when their salesperson turns up in a fancy car. Even if completely unwarranted, they think they're paying too much in overhead/commission so the agent can afford that pricey car.
Brad "Diva": 2004 Mazda 6s 5-door, Volcanic Red
Rex: 1988 Mazda RX-7 Vert, Harbor Blue.
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Originally posted by Jeb Hoge:
And the Mazda doesn't have the Hyundai warrenty.
much better now
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Originally posted by JB1:
Originally posted by Jeb Hoge:
And the Mazda doesn't have the Hyundai warrenty.
much better now
True dat.
"Think of it, if you like, as a librarian with a G-string under the tweed." Clarkson on the Mondeo.
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 That car looks sick! G-35 def. Thats what I suggested back on page 3. Its nice looking and great power and reliablity what more can you ask for.
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SVT FLYWHEEL 4 SALE!!! PM me
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