Drew Dowdell

1 minute ago, dfelt said:

@oldshurst442 @A Horse With No Name @Drew Dowdell

So guys, how long before we see the first EV pony car?

Will it be a hit or not?

Will it be a plugin hybrid?

What do you think the Torque / HP numbers could be?

I thought Ford already mentioned they would be doing a hybrid mustang at some point

23 minutes ago, Cubical-aka-Moltar said:

Forgot about the third row in the MDX, I'm never sure which have them and which don't since I wouldn't use one.      The Ford Edge and Explorer seem so close, it's the 3rd row that differentiates the Explorer, for example. 

Explorer has more cargo space in the back too though, its definitely a bigger vehicle if you're going to be traveling in it a lot. 

22 minutes ago, A Horse With No Name said:

Agreed....although I would take the MDX over the explorer...not really down with the Ford, but that is just personal preference.

I'd go the other way... the MDX felt really cheap to me for what was supposed to be a luxury vehicle. The Ford Explorer in Platinum trim has a lot more power and a lot more kit for less money.... plus, they drive really well for an SUV. 

2 minutes ago, ykX said:

Jeep GC does not have third row so it can not be compared to MDX.  

Personally, I would go for CX-9 over MDX.

Quite true about the Jeep... But I don't think it can't be compared... Lots of people who don't need a 3rd row still buy the MDX.

Well now it will be official and software supported

Just now, Intrepidation said:

Money and maintenance costs no object, the 1986 Ferrari 308 GTS all day every day. To be able to realistically afford to live with? Cutlass.

Yeah, maintaining the Ferrari alone is enough to make me go for the Cutlass. At least I can get Cutlass parts as AutoZone.

Cutlass all the way... That's an easy one for me.

i never left and it's old.

Yes please

...Even just in This thread

He might still make a lot from PayPal.

I think other vehicles offer more value for the money, Jeep being one, the Mazda CX-9 is another.  But what the MDX is best at is square foot for the luxury dollar.... For some customers that might matter.

Na, it's time to leave the 3800 behind. I'll take a downsized 4.3 though

I dunno what the issue with the GM 8speed is beyond it not being a manual. I found it very capable in the ATS-V, CTS Vsports, and Corvette.

3 minutes ago, Frisky Dingo said:

I tried for ages to keep things spicy with fun threads here in the Lounge to no success.

 

As for trolling in posts, I can't speak for others, but I don't partake in that.

I like your posts and garages.

4 minutes ago, smk4565 said:

This could pay off for them.  In theory if the tooling is right from the start then all should be fine and allow them to ramp up production volume.  Tesla needs volume to get some money rolling in.

I knew he was a billionaire, but I didn't realize til last weekend that is worth 14.5 billion.

And that's net worth, no? (I haven't looked in a while) That means he has some leverage too.

I know Solar City is doing well at building a customer base

reliable and boring appliance... nothing more..... and perfectly acceptable if you're into that sort of thing

Yall couldn't handle it like adults.... so now I had to put it away.

Other forums could follow suit if the trolling doesn't stop. 

I doubt they will be producing autos there again anytime soon.... far too big a financial risk. Build them elsewhere on the continent and ship them.... if there is anyone left there who can afford to buy them. 

I guess he's lucky he's rich and this can be a pet project for him.... just keep dumping money into it until it works. 

It's not just politics.... there is trolling in every thread even about cars.   I'm either going to have to start coming down on people so hard for trolling that no one is going to want to post here, or shut down the forums section entirely, or most of you will need to put your big girl panties on.

2 minutes ago, oldshurst442 said:

Yes! yes we can!

I earned myself at least a week ban for this!

So yeah...Ill take a week off!

Ill read posts and just up vote where I see fit!

Don't stay away too long... if the clown car keeps it up there may not be a forum to post in when you get back.

I can see why they threw in the towel on their forums....

23 minutes ago, balthazar said:

Eldo may make up for it via optional equipment, no? And the 249 V8 does have iron heads.
For your consideration ~
1982 Seville Elegante, 4.1L V8, curb weight : 3814
1981 Seville, 5.7L diesel V8, curb weight : 4255

HEY!! We're muckin' up my thread with this O/T crap!

Back on topic! Wow! An '81 Diesel Seville is 300lbs heavier than your COE! 

4 minutes ago, A Horse With No Name said:

Corvette with an 8 speed auto would be fantastic IMHO.  Several local autocrossers autocrossed automatic corvettes and did quite well.

Would be an excellent road trip car with the 8 speed auto, i think.

Being a cheapskate, I would buy a manual GTI to avoid the $400 plus DSG transmission flush every 40,000 miles.

The Corvette with an 8-speed is an absolute cuddle puppy when being driven tamely for long distance.   It is really a Jekyl and Hyde car... it can be a comfort cruiser or a nearly track ready race car. 

On 4/18/2017 at 5:42 PM, Stew said:

Thanks William.  What is the difference in physical dimensions between the 3.0T and the 3.6? 

While I can't give you numbers. The exterior of both engines minus the turbocharging is identical. Take a 3.6, add the turbocharging kit, and it will be identical in exterior dimensions to the 3.0TT. 

5 minutes ago, A Horse With No Name said:

Not really sure I agree with this...I could see them getting really good chassis feel with a V6....it isn't all about weight....

Agreed.  The Regal GS gets the more advanced variable suspension, so they can dial that adjustment into the suspension.