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G. David Felt

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  1. G. David Felt
    I totally agree as for the first time in my life, I might actually buy non-american and it is their own fault for shitting packaging of features and cost.
  2. G. David Felt
    Do not forget my friend the gift that keeps on giving, College debt. My kids are out but still paying it off. LOL
  3. G. David Felt
    I think you should get this my friend!
  4. G. David Felt
    The founder of RBW Classic Cars fell in love at the age of 17 to his first car, the MG Roadster released in 1962. This car styled by Pininfarina went on to sell 520,000 and became so popular that 9 out of 10 of the MG's built were exported out of the country becoming a true British Classic. The second car that became an obsession for our founder was the Jaguar XKSS. RBW Classic Cars started the business of restoration of these two lovely cars and for many years the business grew and to this day still does custom restoration work on original MG and XKSS cars. Yet the wind is blowing and the founder is reading the tea leaves. With Tea in his palm, RBW Classic Electric Cars was created. RBW Classic Electric Cars has chosen to lovingly re-craft your choice of a RBW Roadster or RBW XKSS from all new metal in building brand new recreation classics. Available in left and right hand drive available with custom color schemes and trim specification that you choose after your test drive. Upon your test drive and having fallen in love, a 40% down payment is required and the rest upon delivery anywhere in the world. RBW Classic Electric Cars Website
  5. G. David Felt
    The U.S. government in 1975 created CAFE and since that time the push was to make new auto's more fuel efficient. The auto industry has always balked at it but has also always delivered. With that we have seen some interesting trends happen. In 1987 the average auto weighed 3,221 lbs and had 118 horsepower were as in 2008 the weight had increased by 25% and the horsepower had doubled. 2009 is the most current year for full records and that shows that new auto's achieved 22.4 MPG. With a strong economy we are also seeing people leave their efficient cars and move to trucks / suv's so this could really change again. To quote the story of other interesting facts: V8 engines were in 62 percent of all light duty vehicles in 1975, 17 percent in 2008 and 12 percent in 2009. Truck production fell to 40 percent of the 2009 fleet which is down from 47 percent in 2008, the lowest level since 1995. Overall fuel efficiency is up 16 percent since 2004. According to the EPA the "real world" fuel economy ratings are nearly 20 percent lower on average than the ratings used for compliance with the CAFE standards. With the trend towards larger trucks and SUVs one would think the CAFE would drop for OEMs. Yet with the stricter CAFE guidelines we should still see the average fleet hit mid 30's this year. CarsDirect story
  6. G. David Felt
    Seems Jag is finally delivering to those that pre-purchased the iPace. Family is according to the news story a total jag family and this is their first EV to replace an ICE auto. https://www.greencarreports.com/news/1119381_jaguar-delivers-first-i-pace-electric-crossover-in-north-america To quote the story: It is, however, replacing a gasoline vehicle. His family of six is, no exaggeration, a Jaguar family, with the household’s roster of former vehicles including two XKRs, an XJ, two F-Types, and an F-Pace; they also currently have an F-Type R. The family has been through a series of three-row SUVs, but with a daughter off to college, the five-passenger I-Pace will be enough—and the family hopes to use it to visit relatives for the holidays. From what we’ve experienced so far, legroom is ample for adults in the back seat, and there’s a standard of fit and finish in a luxurious cabin that outdoes any Tesla—and yes, that includes the Model 3. Yea, I think Tesla is going to be hurting by the end of next year as more and more EV options come out. Exciting times we live in!
  7. G. David Felt
    My understanding is a 2 row CUV. I honestly think GM is going to have to discount them heavy to move as what is in the full story and what Will has posted here shows it to be uncompetitive.
  8. G. David Felt
    This blows as I like the looks of the Blazer, but GM seems to think they can play in the luxo price tier and not really offer any value in their Chevy line. Someone seems to have lost track of what bracket Chevy plays in especially in relation to Buick, GMC and Cadillac not to mention the competition.
  9. G. David Felt
    So true and spot on in regards to rear seat and leg room. Yup you have also nailed it for cafe, as to why all I own is SUV's.
  10. G. David Felt
    Agree, they need to have a Monochromatic option or at least a Black Chrome option for those that do not like the Baby Boomer Bling look. I thought a Bratwurst was a Bratwurst regardless of size! ?
  11. G. David Felt
    The grill is a bit much, but overall I like this way better than the MB or Audio options. Interior is very nice. I have to say I love the sky roof for all 3 rows. that is awesome. Now two german SUVs that I like, the EQC and this.
  12. G. David Felt
    While I am very tall and muscular, as we well know, the bulk of America is getting bigger in girth and as such, I tend to think about everyone when it comes to a car, CUV, SUV, Truck that can hold people comfortably. I believe that all levels of auto's can be built to hold people comfy and not just be a driver focused auto. The only way change comes about is by pounding the drum for change.
  13. G. David Felt
    Guess I have still failed as in the past Cadillac always sold tweener cars that were just a bit bigger than the Germans. Then they moved to building cars that compete with the Germans and they have gotten nailed over pretty much the same crap the Germans have in their auto's and on top of this with identical rear car seats we have people complain about Cadillac but it is OK with the Germans. So my point is use the US safety version but extend it to be equal in length to what is sold over in China and have a bit bigger auto. Take away the stupid talking points. FYI, I have been in the CT6, very nice car, but the rear I cannot fit in without the front seat pulled up and I slouch. Still not big enough for my body. Yes I am the exception to many here.
  14. G. David Felt
    They do not already make them here, you cannot get the L edition of the cadillacs here and if you could there is nothing the German or Asian brands have that would compete with an ATS that has additional 16 inches of rear leg room.
  15. G. David Felt
    https://www.autoblog.com/2018/10/16/mercedes-amg-one-delayed-formula-1-engine-emissions/ Seems Daimlers Hypercar is delayed again due to idle issues in getting it to pass emissions.
  16. G. David Felt
    Missing the Point, easy to build by just having longer auto's. Selling the ATS and CTS L edition from China here in the US as regular auto's would give them room no other luxury automaker has and would make the back room seat debate a moot point. Very simple to do by adding 6 inches of leg room, tall people can slouch then and fit into the coupe roof line on everything that is out there now.
  17. G. David Felt
    I would take this EV from Jag! I think Jaguar could sell a bunch of these EVs. The Electric concept C-X75 needs to go into production.
  18. G. David Felt
    Me in a little car! Not sure what is worse, big guy in little car or sadly what I see around here all the time. Big short guy on a little bike.
  19. G. David Felt
    @Drew Dowdell @Cubical-aka-Moltar @A Horse With No Name @ykX So this year, was 50, colonoscopy, total cardio and while I easily passed everything, I have put on weight, 310lbs. 40" waist. So September 1st I went into body builder mode. ?️‍♂️ Low fat, veggie, dairy and protein focused diet. Dropped 15lbs so far, gained an inch in the chest, lost one in the waist. making good weight gains in lifting. Gonna see how close I can get back to my college days of body building, but I admit, it will be hard as I do not see myself giving up wine and chocolate when I watch a movie over the weekend. Will keep ya guys updated, but no I doubt unless Cadillac brings back the Brougham that I will ever be back in a car as I like my comfort and need to always make sure I have room for myself in the seat behind myself. That way, I make sure everyone riding with me is comfortable. After all, Happy wife, Happy Kids, Happy Friends, Happy Life! Convinced the wife to give Skiing a try this year, so she is also in the gym with me working hard to get into better shape for Ski season! ⛷️ Now ya know how I measure rear seat room. Set the front seat for my comfort, get out, get in behind the front seat I just set and see how I fit.
  20. G. David Felt
    They were Roomy! :D
  21. G. David Felt
    Is someone trying to compensate for something? ? ?
  22. G. David Felt
    Those are the BOMB! If you ever get out to Seattle, John Howeys has a Tempura fried chocolate wrapped bacon with Jalapeno. It is awesome, comes with hot Maple Syrup! @A Horse With No Name Don't knock it till you try it. Very yummy, especially dipped in Maple Syrup. I would love a large Cadillac Brougham that has an adjustable suspension so when I want to, I can put it in V mode!
  23. G. David Felt
    Do not forget about the Broette-Dozer or Sista-Dozer! ?
  24. G. David Felt
    So then every model has a distinct look and category for male, female and LGBTQA? ?
  25. G. David Felt
    Sorry Cubical, I have to down vote this. Even when I was 12 I was already 6' tall and my sisters were almost as tall as I even being older. Many people do not want a minivan or full size van to carry adults. Adult carrying is VERY IMPORTANT and I think many are to focused just on themselves the driver when you also need to think about others you carry. This is not a corner case but a much more common use case. I see it daily coworkers cramming into tiny cars, corpool in cars or SUVs and everyone is cramped it looks like. More common than many realize.
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