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Date: Fri, 15 Jun 2001 10:52:29 +0100
From: H. <musicboxnopsamrider.co.uk>
Subject: Re: 9-3 convertible quality......?


Bob, thanks for the US-biased reply - isnt it interesting how BMW drivers across the world are tainted with the same stereotype? I was trying to be polite in my post, but you have put your finger right on it! Well spoken. H. On Thu, 14 Jun 2001 22:11:03 -0400, Bob <uctraingnopsamanet.com> 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

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