NY Times Attacks SVX!!!

[dcarrb]

Originally Posted by Michael Blue

I would bet one in good running condition would run 90mph all day long without a complaint.

My car is much, much happier at highway speed+, and content to run there for hours.

(At 65MPH, she seems downright grumpy.)

dcb

[AppStateSVX]

agreed, more people need to realize the true nature of the SVX, A Grand Tourer, meant for sporty looks, good acceleration, and plenty of power when needed.

[SVXMAN2001]

TomsSvx,

Your last post seems contradictory to the majority of the work you've done on your svx. Maybe I am just playing devil's advocate but, you state that the svx is not a sports car but a luxury coupe....haven't you done considerable work in trying to make the svx a better "sports car" i.e. cams, suspension, 5/6 spd conversion, turbo/supercharger... I am just a little confused based on the majority of the statements you've made on the network. And it makes me think that after having invested all that time in upgrading certain aspects of the svx have you come to a realization that the svx was just not meant to be a full bore sports car?

[n00b on demand]

Originally Posted by Michael Blue

When pushed, the SVX doesn't even get into 4th gear until over 120mph.
I would bet one in good running condition would run 90mph all day long without a complaint.

Yeah i found that out the fun way ....on a track upstate of course when i was doing test runs last year

[AppStateSVX]

Originally Posted by SVXMAN2001

TomsSvx,

Your last post seems contradictory to the majority of the work you've done on your svx. Maybe I am just playing devil's advocate but, you state that the svx is not a sports car but a luxury coupe....haven't you done considerable work in trying to make the svx a better "sports car" i.e. cams, suspension, 5/6 spd conversion, turbo/supercharger... I am just a little confused based on the majority of the statements you've made on the network. And it makes me think that after having invested all that time in upgrading certain aspects of the svx have you come to a realization that the svx was just not meant to be a full bore sports car?

No, Tom has said all along that the SVX is not a Sports Car, Tom, like the rest of us though, is an enthusiast and wants to extract everything he can out of the SVX. Just because a car isn't classified as a "sports car" doesn't mean you can't enjoy it.

[Electrophil]

The tribeca on the other hand, is just the ugliest vehicle to come around since the wheel was discovered from Elephant dung. That SUV is definately an "acquired" taste.

What were they thinking?

[n00b on demand]

Originally Posted by Electrophil

The tribeca on the other hand, is just the ugliest vehicle to come around since the wheel was discovered from Elephant dung. That SUV is definately an "acquired" taste.

What were they thinking?

I don't agree. I think it looks great up close in person. The black tribecas and black STi's for 06 look awesome.

[Electrophil]

Originally Posted by POWER on demand

I don't agree. I think it looks great up close in person. The black tribecas and black STi's for 06 look awesome.

Then we can happily agree to disagree cause I think it's just flat out fugly.

[NikFu S.]

Originally Posted by Electrophil

Then we can happily agree to disagree cause I think it's just flat out fugly.

I think it's beautiful compared to every other SUV out there. Other than Infinity, nobody but Subaru makes a nice looking 7 seater, imo.

[It's Just Eric]

Okay...so the reporter guy doesnt know squat about the svx...but who does? (other than us?)
I dont care, let him present totally incorrect information about the svx, the opinion of some NYC writer dipass****face****headeatingfaceassface guy (wonder if theyll autoasterik that) doesnt matter to me.

On a lighter note...I dont like the tribeca much either.

yeah, its a luxury touring coupe..Like a cadillac elderodo with the northstar v8.Speaking of cadillacs and enthusiests enjoying their cars , making them do what they really werent supposed to Check this out.

[Mr. Bill]

Hey! He works for the NY Times - nuff said!!!



The NY Times, where facts are optional.

Originally Posted by Rd96SVX

HMM, The guy must have a beef with the SVX.

A few trannies probbaby...


I think EARL is our poster child of the enthusiast who has forgotten....

[Rotorflyr]

Originally Posted by Electrophil

The tribeca on the other hand, is just the ugliest vehicle to come around since the wheel was discovered from Elephant dung. That SUV is definately an "acquired" taste.
What were they thinking?

Personaly I like it, pictures don't do it justice for sure, and besides the Aztec was a much uglier vehicle then the Tribeca is.

[svxxx26]

Originally Posted by It's Just Eric

Okay...so the reporter guy doesnt know squat about the svx...but who does? (other than us?)
I dont care, let him present totally incorrect information about the svx, the opinion of some NYC writer dipass****face****headeatingfaceassface guy (wonder if theyll autoasterik that) doesnt matter to me.

On a lighter note...I dont like the tribeca much either.

yeah, its a luxury touring coupe..Like a cadillac elderodo with the northstar v8.Speaking of cadillacs and enthusiests enjoying their cars , making them do what they really werent supposed to Check this out.

Love the 8.2 litre Caddy....OMFG....that's pure car porn

[It's Just Eric]

Yeah. I have an 89 brougham.Prettymuch the same but no astro-roof, no comercial chassis, and a little more....daily driver old ladyified. The 500 is still a (nearly) direct swap that Id LOVE to do that to. I like how the guy added almost all "stock" accents like the emissions sticker and stuff. Only question would be....which car would be the weekend driver? SVX or Caddy?