ccap41
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You don't have to have screaming exhaust on an LS. You can make them virtually silent when cruising at 2000rpm or below. Retrofitting EV's just sounds sketchy. An EV that's a do-it-yiourself kit just doesn't give me confidence like an ICE does. Modern and OE, completely different story. I'm for those. I just don't like the idea of rigging up a system to a different car.
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And I think we've come full circle on why there aren't mini trucks. A small CUV can already do what the tiny truck could do. A 1.5T Escape can tow 2000lbs. A 2.0T Escape can tow 3500lbs. Most of the competition is in the same range. I think the Cherokee stands out with a 4000lb capability. Unless you're using it for dirt or mulch or something a CUV has about as much open hatch space with the seats down as you would in a truck that small.
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There's this FANTASTIC engine line called the Chevy LS and they're extremely reliable and modern. I'll take a classic Ford or Mopar with a Chevy LS swap over an EV all day. Keeping a gasoline engine up front doesn't sacrifice any of the interior room of the Lincoln. Those batteries to go 300 miles minimum have to go somewhere. That Lincvolt is a hydrogen electric hybrid so they're using the under-hood space.
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Well, in 50+ years, that can be the solution. Until then, I don't want no stinkin EV in anything classic.
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Very much so! I think that's why small trucks went away in the first place. They were just too close to half tons while being so much smaller it was just a no-brainer to get the bigger truck for not much more money. Looking at Silverado and Colorado pricing, Outside of base 2WD and work truck trims, they're roughly 8k apart when both are 4WD, extended cab(double cab but not crew cab for the Silverado), and the lowest trim that isn't "work truck" and that you'll see on lots. Both in LT trim with no added options. I'd think for something substantially smaller than a Colorado or Tacoma you'd need another 5k difference for a mini truck again. At least in my opinion. I agree. Something smaller would need to be a real truck still otherwise they'd fall into the same spot as the Baja.
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Classic cars and EVs just don't match up well, imo. I don't care how neat of a powertrain an EV might be they're just not suited for an older car.
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I feel like it is impossible for any SUV to drive like a REAL FERRARI. Different body panels on the Wrangler pickup..? I think they'd be best lined up to do that for that reason. They already have a mid size in their portfolio(on its way) so to butcher up a little van shouldn't be too difficult. I don't really think there is space for even 2 tiny trucks though. If anybody comes out with one, I can't see enough market left for a second one.
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I took a "snip" from here: http://www.goodcarbadcar.net/2018/01/small-car-sales-in-america-december-2017-and-2017-year-end/
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Who would have thought that those two have the two lowest compact car sales of the segment.. Yea..maybe everybody should follow THAT lead. Okay, the Golf is behind them and I really wouldn't count anything below them in the class.
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Damn, my Focus looks like a powerhouse in that segment.. LOL
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)You guys are comparing Escalade to G Wagen. The real competitor is the GLS. Which sells plenty, 32,000 units. The G is it’s own thing. Changing to look closer to something they already have makes zero sense. What features does a Wrangler have that a G Wagen doesn’t? 4 cylinder engine? Removable top? I find it ironic that one brand can keep their vehicle looking the same for 40 years but another can’t, all because one is a “flagship” and one isn’t.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)Is there any $120,000 starting msrp vehicle selling 20,000 units a year? But this is 40 years old so 99% of that 502m is profit. Right? *sarcasm* Remember, they have the GLS also. And GLE, GLC, GLA(and the hideous coupes). Cadillac doesn’t have a vehicle to lineup to all of those so it’s kind of a ridiculous comparison. If anybody is leaving sales on the table it’s Cadillac by a landslide.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)The Escalade also doesn’t have anything unique about it like being the best handling or performing SUV whereas the G is known for being a beast off road like a Range Rover. There’s no reason to change what isn’t broken.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)Do you feel the same way about the Wrangler? Luckily, Mercedes has like 5 or so other SUVs to choose from. The G Wagen’s sales has been going up consistently the last 5 or so years. People who have the money for one love them even when they still had the sketchy interior and everything.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)There's this, but it isn't official.
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Probably the same reason base engines in half ton trucks aren't turbo 4's yet. they can easily make a 275hp/325tq engine to out perform the base n/a V6's.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)That's clearly not a G Wagen replacement though. It looks like a GLS-sized vehicle. The G Wagen is relatively small. You are correct, on both of those.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)You never had interest in a 100k Mercedes SUV. You're completely full of $h! once I read that. You dog that company so much.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)Why? What reason is there for it to change? Because it sells plenty at 120k starting price? AMG GT is their flagship vehicle. YES. If they built that exact thing people would complain they build something with 10 inch windows and horrible blind spots with tires that stick out too far. Oh, and that it looks like sh!t.
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)Nothing about that bubbly concept is attractive. It also looks 2 lanes wide. I think their 6X6 and G500(squared) in neon yellow did the trick.
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It's still a really different thing to be hollowed out. Probably helps with engine efficiency a decent amount having to spin less weight.
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Pretty good looking small car.
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i think they're just too small. I mean a Escape-sizes vehicle could do the same job and is likely similarly priced(because trucks are expensive).
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ccap41 replied to William Maley's topic in North American International Auto Show in Detroit (NAIAS)Those corner areas just look like trash to me.. Some pics they don't look as bad as others but my god it doesn't look very good.
