Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2001 17:21:45 -0400 From: "Kenneth S." <nimrodnopsams.com> Subject: Re: 9-3 convertible quality......?
I heard a joke a while back about BMWs that may be relevant. What is the difference between a porcupine and a BMW? Answer: A porcupine has the pricks on the outside. Of course, that's highly prejudiced, and the BMW Drivers' Association has complained to the U.S. Civil Rights Commission about it. Bob wrote: > > On Thu, 14 Jun 2001 22:25:04 +0100, H. <musicboxnopsamrider.co.uk> > wrote: > > > In the UK BMW have something of > >a bad reputation - we seem to think they are driven by idiots who > >can't drive and have no respect for the rules of the road. Saabs are > >seen as odd, unusual, and safe. > > In the US they have a reputation of being driven by arrogant snobs > who think they own the road - and the parking spaces, the reservations > at the restaurant, etc. It's just great to see how many BMW drivers > are so important that they are allowed to park in Fire Lanes and > Handicapped spaces even though they are not firemen and are not > handicapped.While I don't like to stereotype, I haven't met a BMW > driver yet who didn't confirm the stereotype for me. > > >If all you care about is perfect handling and image, get a 3-series. > >If you want to be a bit different, have more fun in the long run, and > >pay less in the long run, buy the Saab! > > BMW = Boring Motor Works. On step from a Mercedes. Saab = different, > challenging (to drive correctly) and aggressive (nothing compares to a > turbo winding up). > > While I find the classic 900 an odd looking European throwback (no > flames from you classic guys :-) the NG900/9-3 convertible is a well > executed, flowing design. > > Bob
