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Replying to: albook (Feb 20, 2008 3:07 pm) That's what I'm assuming too. Our show here isn't until late April this year (it's a decent sized show but not major by any stretch of the imagination) so I'm crossing my fingers that they put one on the floor for all to see since JOB1 is scheduled for April 7th. I'm also hoping to see the new Volvo XC60 in a color other than the one Volvo is showing in it's newly released production pictures. I like it but it looks a little odd shaped in that color to me.
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Replying to: baggs32 (Feb 20, 2008 5:46 pm) You never know; the Hyundai Genesis was sitting right on the floor in Chicago. I was suprised. Although, I do think if you want an experience like that, you might have to go to a major autoshow, not just your local city's. I really think if you want to get a general idea, sit in a TX. I can't imagine what ford could have done to really differentiate the two, although if they want anything resembling success, it better be something amazing. |
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| I am really curious on why the Acadia is not listed on the safety rating on IIHS web site. Knowing that the vehicle has been out since 2007, I am not understanding why they wouldn't have it listed. Although i noticed the GMC Yukons were not either. I saw Acadias good ratings on Safercar.gov so that is reassuring but am a little concerned about why not on the other site. | |
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Replying to: baggs32 (Feb 20, 2008 2:14 pm) Yeah, and could you actually open the doors and get in one hoser0eh? I quite liked the Flex. It looked interesting and different. My wife did not like it though. Couldn't look inside or open doors. Same with the Volvo. It looked fabulous. However, it might not be as practical inside as the Flex, due to it's curvy shape.
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Replying to: hoser0eh (Feb 20, 2008 9:24 pm)
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Not trying to sway or argue with anyone here, just thought I'd post my opinion. Have driven both the Acadia and the Enclave recently and liked them both. Very comfortable, smooth ride, lots of bells and whistles. Wife and I took a test drive in the MDX yesterday and I was really surprised at the difference in handling and power. The SHAWD is a lot more than just hype. Vehicle remains flat in quick turns and accellerates quickly. Steering wheel is well weighted and gives great road feel. As you can tell I really liked it. By comparison the Acadia/Enclave steering seems over-boosted, there is more wallow in turns, and generally are not nearly as involving to drive. They are NOT bad cars, just different. I fully recognize that many here could care less about handling, etc. Just think that given the similarities in price point, at least for the high end Lambda platforms, prospective buyers owe it to themseleves to at least drive the MDX.
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Replying to: jimmy2x (Feb 21, 2008 10:04 am)
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Replying to: zman3 (Feb 21, 2008 10:30 am)  .
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Replying to: jimmy2x (Feb 21, 2008 10:04 am) Now if only Acura could correct the rest of it's line up. They just redid the TSX (which looks okay) but I'd rather have an Accord than that ugly RL.
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Replying to: zman3 (Feb 21, 2008 10:30 am) GM has dropped the price by $4K on Acadias/Outlooks, so if you're a Canadian looking at these twins, good timing. I think you can pick up base models for about $31K before delivery and tax. Only about $1500 more than across the border...but that difference is mitigated by various factors that pretty much makes it a scratch. Though even after this $4K price break by GM I still would opt for the VC (unless I needed the extra foot in length for three or more grown kids - then that extra space may be invaluable - and I know some Posters here can be included in that group). The base VC in Canada would be about $3K more than a base Lambda out the door and for the $3K you get AWD, leather, sunroof, power driver seat, steering wheel audio, etc. and the longer warranty. I also went to the Canadian Auto Show this weekend. I think it might have been good...I think anyway... Made the mistake of going without my wife and spent most of the time chasing my five year old son. Can't say I saw much of the cars.  So if you saw some poor dude carrying granola bars and juice boxes running around after a 46 inch tall tasmanian devil - that'd be me.
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