Subdude Posted September 5, 2009 Author Share Posted September 5, 2009 ^Funny, I think it looks "normal." But in reality, this is what I drive: LOL! It's so you, Sev! Buick Compact Sedan Interesting. It seems that will be a 4-door sedan version of the Opel Astra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted September 5, 2009 Author Share Posted September 5, 2009 VW has designs to become a larger presence in the US (have some very lofty sales goals--the Toyota of Germany?). I sincerely hope that doesn't mean becoming bland and soulless like Toyota, though maybe if they can keep some interest and increase reliability, then it is a fair trade-off. I think Toyota realized that soulless and bland sells. Volkswagen has never had terribly flash designs, and that may be one thing that people like about them. Speaking of which, the new Scirocco. It looks like a Golf that was left in the microwave a few minutes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted September 5, 2009 Author Share Posted September 5, 2009 Wow. Thats is fugly. The rear looks like a Porsche Panammmara from that view. Also that is one huge grill. blah. It seems John Q Facebook agrees with you. Apparently trying to be "cool" and "with it" Honda introduced the Crosstour on a Facebook page, and the comments were on par with yours. Then Honda got caught removing a number of negative comments, including one defending the Crosstour by a Honda product planner. So they added some corporate PR-speak and changed the photos posted to a red car. Here is what they have to say: Hi, Facebook fans. We're listening, and we want to address a few things you've been talking about over the past few days.The photos: Arguably, the two studio photos we posted didn't give you enough detail, nor were they the best to showcase the vehicle. There are more photos on the way. Maybe it's like a bad yearbook photo or something, and we think the new photos will clear things up. It's not the European wagon: We've seen a lot of comments about the desire for a wagon, but this is neither a wagon nor designed for wagon buyers. We think the Euro wagon is a cool vehicle, too, and we appreciate the feedback... but a version of that wasn't our intention here. That's another segment worthy of our consideration, but the Accord Crosstour, built on the larger, Accord platform, is meant to give you the best of two worlds – the versatility of an SUV with the sportiness of a car. Many of you don't like the styling: It may not be for everyone. Our research suggests that the styling does test well among people shopping for a crossover. You want further details about the Accord Crosstour: We typically can't give you details so far out from when the vehicle goes on sale for a number of reasons, including competitive intelligence and pure availability. However... we hear your frustrations, and while specs on the vehicle aren't finalized, we're trying to get some stuff together that we hope will satiate some of your curiosity and give you more to think about. Honda associates participating in the wall comments: We didn't remove comments out of embarrassment. We removed comments that were posted contrary to American Honda's consumer-generated media policy for associates: We must first clearly state that we are Honda employees and that a posting is a personal - not Honda's - opinion. Eddie forgot to add that, so his comments were removed. So you see, it isn't that the car is ugly. Perish the thought! The problem was that the photographs didn't do justice to its true magnificence. Here is what they consider a more flattering shot (they're wrong on that): This is the Accord 'Tourer' that the rest of the world gets instead. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 I think Toyota realized that soulless and bland sells. Volkswagen has never had terribly flash designs, and that may be one thing that people like about them. Speaking of which, the new Scirocco. It looks like a Golf that was left in the microwave a few minutes. volvo C30 much? flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasepies Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 volvo C30 much? flipper The VW and volvo C30 look like my 10 year old designed Honda Civic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flipper Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 The VW and volvo C30 look like my 10 year old designed Honda Civic. You have a point. Atleast volvo put in some nostalgia though. P1800: flipper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 (edited) I think Toyota realized that soulless and bland sells. Volkswagen has never had terribly flash designs, and that may be one thing that people like about them. Speaking of which, the new Scirocco. It looks like a Golf that was left in the microwave a few minutes. Thats not the interior for the Scirocco, I like it though. It seems John Q Facebook agrees with you. Apparently trying to be "cool" and "with it" Honda introduced the Crosstour on a Facebook page, and the comments were on par with yours. Then Honda got caught removing a number of negative comments, including one defending the Crosstour by a Honda product planner. So they added some corporate PR-speak and changed the photos posted to a red car. Here is what they have to say: So you see, it isn't that the car is ugly. Perish the thought! The problem was that the photographs didn't do justice to its true magnificence. Here is what they consider a more flattering shot (they're wrong on that): This is the Accord 'Tourer' that the rest of the world gets instead. Hey, almost everyone agrees with me. Have you seen those post by people on facebook? Lol. The Tourer looks waay better than the Crosstour. Edited September 5, 2009 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 5, 2009 Share Posted September 5, 2009 Scirocco interior 2010 Golf - should be available sometime this month Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 6, 2009 Share Posted September 6, 2009 2011 Heavy Duty Dodge Ram Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 2011 Heavy Duty Dodge Ram Me wantee! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 2011 5 - Series Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
20thStDad Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 So you see, it isn't that the car is ugly. Perish the thought! The problem was that the photographs didn't do justice to its true magnificence. Here is what they consider a more flattering shot (they're wrong on that): This is the Accord 'Tourer' that the rest of the world gets instead. The first picture looks like an old Ford Tempo. Why is Honda going backwards in terms of style? The bottom pic is better, but I can't say for sure until I can see the front. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Subdude Posted September 8, 2009 Author Share Posted September 8, 2009 2011 5 - Series I wouldn't say it was the best looking car of all time, but it's a darn sight better looking than the current version. It is nowhere near as awkward, and they seemed to have done some de-Banglization and toned down the "flame surfacing". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 I wouldn't say it was the best looking car of all time, but it's a darn sight better looking than the current version. It is nowhere near as awkward, and they seemed to have done some de-Banglization and toned down the "flame surfacing". I really like BMW's new designs. This new 5-series does looks better than ever, but it looks a little to much like the 7-series. New 2011 C30 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 (edited) 2011 Volvo S60 caught with little Camo! Edited September 8, 2009 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 That last volvo is not so bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 (edited) 2011 Volvo S60 caught with little Camo! That Volvo's front view screams "2009 Chevy Malibu". Edited September 8, 2009 by JLWM8609 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barracuda Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 (edited) That Volvo's front view screams "2009 Chevy Malibu".I can see that. It seems that the more cars evolve, the more they look the same. Edited September 8, 2009 by barracuda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 That Volvo's front view screams "2009 Chevy Malibu"....and the rear screams "2009 Honda Civic". It still looks good to me though, very interesting color. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 (edited) Here's something, its from Hyundai. I am so impressed, its the interior of the 2011 Elantra. There may be a 2-door version that will arrive in 2011 to replace the Tiburon. More here Edited September 8, 2009 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I can see that. It seems that the more cars evolve, the more they look the same.I see a design trend developing for this upcoming decade of cars. Blunt front ends with slanted headlights, no traditional protruding front bumper, large grille, 17 or 18 in stock rims, raked bodylines, more slab sided designs sweeping rear windshield, minimal trunklid, and of course LEDs galore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LTAWACS Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I think for the most part more aggressive looking cars will be more popular and attractive. I think most people like the aggressive look in a vehicle. That's probably why most of the new designs are quite bland and boring. Generic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 2010 Mercedes Benz SLS Amg http://www.autoblog.com/2009/09/08/2010-mercedes-benz-sls-amg-leaks-out/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLWM8609 Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 That SLS looks nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sevfiv Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Looks like they pulled the pliers a little too long on its nose, but it's really due to its tiny tiny bee-hind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Texasepies Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 SLS looks nice, Gull Wing doors, great front, but that rear? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 SLS looks nice, Gull Wing doors, great front, but that rear?I like the rear. The front is'nt doing anything for me and the interior does'nt say 'expensive'. Overall its ok, I would'nt get one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Urbannizer Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 (edited) 2010 4Runner revealed: 2011 Infiniti QX Caught: Edited September 10, 2009 by Urbannizer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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brijonmang Posted September 11, 2009 Share Posted September 11, 2009 The SLS' new grille looks like a throwback to older models. It doesn't really mesh well in my opinion. The profile of the car is kind of odd too...I know it's a v12 but I think it just looks TOO unbalanced front to back. I guess I'll stick with the SLR for now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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