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11-12-2004, 06:41 AM
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Originally posted by Blazin Civic
Heh I would rather get a hyundai then be caught dead in a boxster
Heh I would rather get a hyundai then be caught dead in a boxster
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11-12-2004, 06:47 AM
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Originally posted by 02barebones996
COZ' YOU'VE PROBABLY NEVER DRIVEN A BOXTSER BEFORE! BWAHAHAHAH
COZ' YOU'VE PROBABLY NEVER DRIVEN A BOXTSER BEFORE! BWAHAHAHAH
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11-12-2004, 06:50 AM
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Originally posted by Blazin Civic
Actually I have. Drove a S. Great driving and handling car. Just not my cup of tea looks wise.
Actually I have. Drove a S. Great driving and handling car. Just not my cup of tea looks wise.
#49
11-12-2004, 06:50 AM
Originally posted by Blazin Civic
Lol, hey I don't got my TT yet. When I finish up school though
. Either way the boxster is a good car but I would feel mighty gay in a boxster. Just looks like such a chick car or as my uncle calls it...a poor mans porsche (not my words boxster guys!). Atleast in a hyundai everyone just thinks i'm poor instead of gay haha. The high life will come oneday but for now it is just sticking to kicking cocky boxster owners asses in turbo civics.
Lol, hey I don't got my TT yet. When I finish up school though
. Either way the boxster is a good car but I would feel mighty gay in a boxster. Just looks like such a chick car or as my uncle calls it...a poor mans porsche (not my words boxster guys!). Atleast in a hyundai everyone just thinks i'm poor instead of gay haha. The high life will come oneday but for now it is just sticking to kicking cocky boxster owners asses in turbo civics.
Maybe once in a while when it´s running. As for the Boxster being a gay car, it´s an extremely fun and well handling little roadster, light years ahead of any mighty Civic you may produce. Oh, and one more thing. If you really care what other people think of you based on your car, either being gay or poor, you need to check on your self-esteem. 
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11-12-2004, 07:02 AM
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You know this isn't a stock car right? In a straight line it really has nothing on a 2,200 pound 300whp car. Of course the boxster handles way better it is a FAR better chasis design then a civic. Civics only good for a straight line unless you spend way more than it is worth on suspension. Either way I don't look down on any porsches really except the boxster and that is only in terms of looks. Reason i'm here is to learn more about the cars before I eventually get one. My brother and uncle both had turbos in the mid 90s and that is what got me into the cars. I still kinda want one of those body styles.
#52
11-12-2004, 07:06 AM
Originally posted by Blazin Civic
You know this isn't a stock car right? In a straight line it really has nothing on a 2,200 pound 300whp car. Of course the boxster handles way better it is a FAR better chasis design then a civic. Civics only good for a straight line unless you spend way more than it is worth on suspension. Either way I don't look down on any porsches really except the boxster and that is only in terms of looks. Reason i'm here is to learn more about the cars before I eventually get one. My brother and uncle both had turbos in the mid 90s and that is what got me into the cars. I still kinda want one of those body styles.
You know this isn't a stock car right? In a straight line it really has nothing on a 2,200 pound 300whp car. Of course the boxster handles way better it is a FAR better chasis design then a civic. Civics only good for a straight line unless you spend way more than it is worth on suspension. Either way I don't look down on any porsches really except the boxster and that is only in terms of looks. Reason i'm here is to learn more about the cars before I eventually get one. My brother and uncle both had turbos in the mid 90s and that is what got me into the cars. I still kinda want one of those body styles.
#53
11-12-2004, 07:11 AM
Originally posted by Soon2be993tt
I looked up Cayenne crash testing and couldn't find data, but the Accord was in at the top of the list.
I looked up Cayenne crash testing and couldn't find data, but the Accord was in at the top of the list.
while ur researching, please let us know how many more times likely u r to DIE if involved in an suv accident while not being in the suv. the facts and statistics merely reinforce what ur common sense "should".
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11-12-2004, 07:13 AM
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Originally posted by ben, lj
yeah, ur probably right - we'd probably be just as safe in a lower, lightweight accord when slammed into by an suv than we woud be in the cayenne. it never ceases to amaze me what kind of silly *** arguments some people will make just so they can argue.
yeah, ur probably right - we'd probably be just as safe in a lower, lightweight accord when slammed into by an suv than we woud be in the cayenne. it never ceases to amaze me what kind of silly *** arguments some people will make just so they can argue.
#55
11-12-2004, 07:18 AM
Originally posted by russbert
In the beginning (where have I heard that?) ... I used to get Boxster loaners but doesn't happen anymore. However, my dealership has always been extremely flexible in offering the "type" of car I need at the particular time.
Example: if I need to move someone or buy lots of stuff from Sam's I have gotten a Cayenne, van and even a Cadilliac once. If I want a car with great gas mileage I have received a Corolla S, Camry or similar vehicle. Bottom line: I have a great dealer (finding out this more & more) who works with me to meet my needs.
In the beginning (where have I heard that?) ... I used to get Boxster loaners but doesn't happen anymore. However, my dealership has always been extremely flexible in offering the "type" of car I need at the particular time.
Example: if I need to move someone or buy lots of stuff from Sam's I have gotten a Cayenne, van and even a Cadilliac once. If I want a car with great gas mileage I have received a Corolla S, Camry or similar vehicle. Bottom line: I have a great dealer (finding out this more & more) who works with me to meet my needs.
#56
11-12-2004, 07:20 AM
Originally posted by Blazin Civic
You also must realize the higher your center of gravity the more prone you are to a roll over. Especially if you are hit from the side or spin out at a high speed. Some SUVs are safer then others but they are all more likely to roll then an accord or any car with a lower center of gravity.
You also must realize the higher your center of gravity the more prone you are to a roll over. Especially if you are hit from the side or spin out at a high speed. Some SUVs are safer then others but they are all more likely to roll then an accord or any car with a lower center of gravity.
#57
11-12-2004, 07:22 AM
Originally posted by NoMercy
When I lived in Honolulu and bought my cars from BMW of Honolulu, I always got a nice loaner based on who's vehicle was in for service. For my wife it was either a 5series or a 3 series. For me it was always a Z3, Z4 even an M3. I had purchased an 01M3, 01X5, 01Z8 and an 02 M5 from them and they always took good care of me. Red carpet stuff.
When I moved to Denver the tables were turned. I was treated no better than a guy off the street who had never purchased a vehicle before. I was told that had I purchased a vehicle from them things would change ... needles to say I currently own no BMWs.
When I move back to Honolulu I'll get BMWs again.
When I lived in Honolulu and bought my cars from BMW of Honolulu, I always got a nice loaner based on who's vehicle was in for service. For my wife it was either a 5series or a 3 series. For me it was always a Z3, Z4 even an M3. I had purchased an 01M3, 01X5, 01Z8 and an 02 M5 from them and they always took good care of me. Red carpet stuff.
When I moved to Denver the tables were turned. I was treated no better than a guy off the street who had never purchased a vehicle before. I was told that had I purchased a vehicle from them things would change ... needles to say I currently own no BMWs.
When I move back to Honolulu I'll get BMWs again.
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11-12-2004, 07:22 AM
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Look what you're comparing. Oversteer at triple digit speeds to accidents. After you address that issue compared to basic safety on the road I will continue this with you.
#59
11-12-2004, 07:30 AM
The high life will come oneday but for now it is just sticking to kicking cocky boxster owners asses in turbo civics. [/B][/QUOTE]
I guess the proper comparison would be a turbo boxster vs. a turbo civic, wouldn't it? BTW, you need to listen to the new song by The Clarks entitled, "Hell on Wheels." There is a message in it just for you.
I guess the proper comparison would be a turbo boxster vs. a turbo civic, wouldn't it? BTW, you need to listen to the new song by The Clarks entitled, "Hell on Wheels." There is a message in it just for you.
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11-12-2004, 07:33 AM
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Originally posted by james
The high life will come oneday but for now it is just sticking to kicking cocky boxster owners asses in turbo civics.
The high life will come oneday but for now it is just sticking to kicking cocky boxster owners asses in turbo civics.
To a certain extent yes. On the other hand if you look at the fact a boxster cost a bit more then my entire project I would say no. Either way the two cars are apples and oranges.