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10-19-2005, 09:30 PM
altiain

POS is car shopping!

Moderator moment I split the following off another post. POS

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

I was at a Mazda dealer tonight in Hurst, TX and they had several NC to chose from! ;)

So what did they have to say about the Mazdaspeed6? :mrgreen:
10-19-2005, 09:32 PM
POS Racing

Quote:

Originally Posted by altiain

So what did they have to say about the Mazdaspeed6? :mrgreen:

First week of November until the first ones show up! :(
10-19-2005, 09:45 PM
Treibenschnell

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

First week of November until the first ones show up! :(

So you'll be there the first week of November?
10-19-2005, 09:54 PM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

So you'll be there the first week of November?

Yea but I wanted it to test drive one today! :drive:
10-19-2005, 10:12 PM
Treibenschnell

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

Yea but I wanted it to test drive one today! :drive:

I can't say I blame you... after driving the regular 6 I'm looking forward to the MSM6.
10-20-2005, 07:46 AM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

I can't say I blame you... after driving the regular 6 I'm looking forward to the MSM6.

I'm thinking I may go with a regular loaded out 6, I like it better than the Accord & Passat. I wanted to see the Mazdaspeed6 to see if it was worth the extra bling.
10-20-2005, 07:47 AM
Miatamoto

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

I'm thinking I may go with a regular loaded out 6, I like it better than the Accord & Passat. I wanted to see the Mazdaspeed6 to see if it was worth the extra bling.

How much more does it cost?
10-20-2005, 07:53 AM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by Miatamoto

How much more does it cost?

About $3K more equipped the way I want, but this will be a company car so I'm thinking I'd rather have the standard 6 with an automatic. (yea I know :cat: )

My leasing guy is also anti Mazda since they don't command the residuals of some of the other players in the market. We will see how it plays out.....
10-20-2005, 08:58 AM
Treibenschnell

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

I'm thinking I may go with a regular loaded out 6, I like it better than the Accord & Passat. I wanted to see the Mazdaspeed6 to see if it was worth the extra bling.

The only thing I didn't like about the 6 was the size. It's significantly smaller than the B5 Passat I have... and now with the B6 Passat being out and much larger than mine the only thing that I like about the MSM is that great HP rating!
10-20-2005, 09:13 AM
MadMerv

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

So you'll be there the first week of November?

Don't hold your breath on the Speed6. Remember the one I ordered a year ago????? I do hope they've made some changes. I was disappointed with all the fake holes in the car, just like the 06 Miata. At least half the visible grill and lower ducts are blocked. Besides, with gas like it is, I'm glad not to require premium fuel in my regular old 6.
10-20-2005, 09:18 AM
Treibenschnell

And I still don't like the backseat of the 6... there's just no room.
10-20-2005, 09:39 AM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

And I still don't like the backseat of the 6... there's just no room.

Quit being such a cheap bastard and get a room! ::Rimshot:
10-20-2005, 10:00 AM
srivendel

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

About $3K more equipped the way I want, but this will be a company car so I'm thinking I'd rather have the standard 6 with an automatic. (yea I know :cat: )

My leasing guy is also anti Mazda since they don't command the residuals of some of the other players in the market. We will see how it plays out.....

The Ford Fusion and Mercury Milan are getting great reviews. Since they share a platform with the 6, why not check them out? The interiors are nicer, and the platform slightly more up-to-date.

http://www.autoweek.com/files/specia...dFusion_04.jpg
Fusion

http://vnexpress.net/Vietnam/Oto-Xe-...nterior_1B.jpg
6

I think the Milan is especially attractive: :cat:
http://www.media.ford.com/products/0...ogy_10_360.jpg

S.
10-20-2005, 10:05 AM
POS Racing

Looked at the Fusion this weekend, no NAV available. NAV is on my must have list! Drove around the Lincoln dealer and didn't see any Milans.....
10-20-2005, 10:12 AM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by srivendel

http://vnexpress.net/Vietnam/Oto-Xe-...nterior_1B.jpg
6
S.

That's last years 6 interior they revised it slightly for '06 and added Navigation!
http://www.autocarmagazine.com//Car/...2114434947.jpg
10-20-2005, 12:01 PM
srivendel

[QUOTE=POS Racing]That's last years 6 interior they revised it slightly for '06 and added Navigation!QUOTE]

Slightly being the operative word. What's the big deal about nav?

S.
10-20-2005, 12:06 PM
Titus

[quote=srivendel]

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

That's last years 6 interior they revised it slightly for '06 and added Navigation!QUOTE]

Slightly being the operative word. What's the big deal about nav?

S.

His dad got it in the Pilot and he is hooked. I don't blame him... I can't imagine not having it now that we do, but we got an aftermarket unit that can move from car to car.
10-20-2005, 12:19 PM
srivendel

Are you prone to getting lost? :scratch: :cat:

S.
10-20-2005, 12:20 PM
POS Racing

Quote:

Originally Posted by srivendel

Quote:

Originally Posted by POS Racing

That's last years 6 interior they revised it slightly for '06 and added Navigation!

Slightly being the operative word. What's the big deal about nav?

S.

I like not getting lost and not being late to appointments! The Pilot as well as several Neverlost Hertz rental cars over the past few years helped prove to me power of navigation. I actually still call on customers so it would be nice if the car knew where they all where since I tend to forget! ::OldMan::
10-20-2005, 12:22 PM
altiain

I think the MS6 would be a cool car, but I don't know about a company or commuter car - might be a little high strung for that. As for autos, I like having an auto in my daily driver (never thought I'd say that), but it spends a lot of time pounding the superslab or sitting in gridlock.

Have you looked at the G35 or the new IS250?

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

My leasing guy is also anti Mazda since they don't command the residuals of some of the other players in the market. We will see how it plays out.....

Yet your leasing guy didn't have an issue with the Expedition? I thought large domestic SUVs had one of the worst depreciation curves of any vehicles on the market... :scratch:
10-20-2005, 12:25 PM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by altiain

Yet your leasing guy didn't have an issue with the Expedition? I thought large domestic SUVs had one of the worst depreciation curves of any vehicles on the market... :scratch:

With the $12,000 discount the were offering at the time the Expedition was the best bang for the buck! Plus now all I have to do is turn it back in no fuss no muss, & no being upside down! :D
10-20-2005, 12:31 PM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by altiain

I think the MS6 would be a cool car, but I don't know about a company or commuter car - might be a little high strung for that. As for autos, I like having an auto in my daily driver (never thought I'd say that), but it spends a lot of time pounding the superslab or sitting in gridlock.

Have you looked at the G35 or the new IS250?

Yea I'm thinking the Mazdaspeed6 may not be for me at this point in time.

The TL, G35 & new IS250 are not really what I'm wanting for a company car, I'd rather not look all Bling Bling to my customer base.... But then again... I am also trying to reduce overhead here at the world headquarters.
10-20-2005, 12:35 PM
Treibenschnell

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

Yea I'm thinking the Mazdaspeed6 may not be for me at this point in time.

That and trying to fit your clients in the car with you for a lunch might be a problem.
10-20-2005, 12:42 PM
Titus

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

That and trying to fit your clients in the car with you for a lunch might be a problem.

Watch it Bean... you don't want to walk into a trap. ::Fish::
10-20-2005, 12:45 PM
Treibenschnell

::BigWhack
10-20-2005, 01:02 PM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

That and trying to fit your clients in the car with you for a lunch might be a problem.

Shoot for free lunch I've seen them climb into the POSII! The back seat on the 6 was fine by me, you could fit two adults in the backseat, that's all I need. Basically the same size as the Accord, the Passat was bigger but it was so boring and so VW that we killed it from the short list last night.
10-20-2005, 01:13 PM
Dave04

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Originally Posted by POS Racing

Shoot for free lunch I've seen them climb into the POSII! The back seat on the 6 was fine by me, you could fit two adults in the backseat, that's all I need. Basically the same size as the Accord, the Passat was bigger but it was so boring and so VW that we killed it from the short list last night.

That's why I was looking at the 6 Sport Wagon...before I decided to just forget practical and bought the Miata.

It had enough room for me (6'2") in the back seat and I was reasonably comfortable. Unfortunately, they aren't making a Mazdaspeed 6 Wagon.
10-20-2005, 01:17 PM
srivendel

It sounds like you need one of these, POS. Plenty of comfort for everyone...

http://www.lincoln.com/towncar/img/main_ext_7.jpg
http://www.lincoln.com/towncar/img/main_int_2.jpg

Ya never know: you might like one! I drove a 1990 Town Car a for a summer a few years back and loved it. :afro:

S.
10-20-2005, 01:19 PM
sammm

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Originally Posted by srivendel

ItYa never know: you might like one! I drove a 1990 Town Car a for a summer a few years back and loved it. :afro:
S.

It would be comfy until the gas bill showed up. ::Censor::
10-20-2005, 01:34 PM
Dave04

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Originally Posted by sammm

It would be comfy until the gas bill showed up. ::Censor::

You'd be surprised... I got to drive one as a renter once and it got in the low 20's... much better than an SUV...
10-20-2005, 01:37 PM
MadMerv

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Originally Posted by Treibenschnell

That and trying to fit your clients in the car with you for a lunch might be a problem.

What is it with you and the back seat of the 6? We went to lunch today (four of us) and had no problem at all....... :confused:
10-20-2005, 05:01 PM
altiain

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Originally Posted by MadMerv

What is it with you and the back seat of the 6? We went to lunch today (four of us) and had no problem at all....... :confused:

You ever met 3Bean? He's not the, uhh... most petite guy on this board. :wink:

Luv ya Bean! ::Angel::
10-20-2005, 05:05 PM
altiain

Quote:

Originally Posted by POS Racing

The TL, G35 & new IS250 are not really what I'm wanting for a company car, I'd rather not look all Bling Bling to my customer base.... But then again... I am also trying to reduce overhead here at the world headquarters.

In that case I'm thinking it's time to start shopping domestic? Maybe get a Town Car like srivendel suggested, or check out the Buick Lacrosse, or maybe an Impala SS or Pontiac Grand Prix? All of 'em present that "Made in 'murrica, cheap, old-fashioned, good ol' boy" image you're working so hard to cultivate. :wink:

Besides, 300hp on a fwd sedan (Impala SS or Grand Prix) ought to be entertaining... ::Drive2::
10-20-2005, 05:08 PM
tailchaser

Buy a freakin' GTO. You can't get any less bling than that. But you'll need to shift your own gears or buy an oil refinery.
10-20-2005, 05:37 PM
Titus

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Originally Posted by altiain

All of 'em present that "Made in 'murrica, cheap, old-fashioned, good ol' boy" image you're working so hard to cultivate. :wink:

He could just make the Caddy his daily driver!

Pimp hat optional.
10-20-2005, 06:24 PM
Treibenschnell

Quote:

Originally Posted by altiain

You ever met 3Bean? He's not the, uhh... most petite guy on this board. :wink:

Luv ya Bean! ::Angel::

::Curls::
10-20-2005, 08:47 PM
altiain

What about a new Dodge Charger or a Chrysler 300C? Lots of bang for the buck (especially with a Hemi :twisted: ), plenty of room, and still better mileage than the Expedition.
10-20-2005, 09:00 PM
blackzx3_13

Mom has a Charger, she has the v-6 version. I believe it has 250hp, it also gets 24-26 mpg on most tanks for her as well.
10-20-2005, 09:15 PM
POS Racing

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Originally Posted by altiain

What about a new Dodge Charger or a Chrysler 300C? Lots of bang for the buck (especially with a Hemi :twisted: ), plenty of room, and still better mileage than the Expedition.

Ewwww I don't like those things at all.... I'm just not a fan of the New Chrysler.

The old ones were sweet!
http://www2.uol.com.br/bestcars/carr...hristine-4.jpg
10-21-2005, 01:28 PM
rx7gslse

can you get the MS6 in teh hatchback? That's *so* much more useful than the 4door for the same basic package...

I'm curious to check out the Fusion when it lands... TDI Jetta? :)

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