What, exactly, did I lose?


Every point you've tried to make...because...

That's a purely subjective rating.

As are ALL ratings. No one can even agree on crash tests. A car either
works for you or it doesn't.

Another lie!

Read the owner's forums. Lots of people reporting 22-25 MPG after break
in. Locally I get just under 20 around town. That's pretty good.

Admit it Bob, people either like or hate it's looks.

Of course. That's another reason to like it. At least it's different.
When everyone likes the looks it's called BLAND. That's why so many
Acuras and Camrys sell. In person most people seem to love it. But my
opinion is that I like the front end and don't like the tail.

I don't get my identity from the vehicle I drive. It's
simply transportation and a tool. I am my own man, I don't need props.


That's what you say, but the rather dull perception here is that have
no identity, though I know who you are of course. To say you get no
identity from "props" is a lie on every level. You CHOOSE what's in
your life, from cars to bikes and even food and that's part of who you
are. Unless you're about to claim that you make no choices on your own.
Based on your reliance on reviews, that may be the case.

Top pick by who?

By me, I drove one for two weeks and I really liked it. Quick, solid
and agile with a very sweet interior. I prefer the ride on the B9 by a
small margin. Some of these cars lose out because the cabins are too
small for my height. That killed the Murano and MDX for example.

Suzanne's money and your choice.

My father and I bought her the B9 for her graduation. Even in heavy
snow she must show up for work. Since the Outback was unstoppable in
the snow the B9 was a logical step up. At the same time she wanted
something smaller than a full size SUV...not a truck. The B9 feels like
a car because that's really what it is.
And so...as I said....you lost. And since the B9, 35s5 and everything
that goes on here is presented by me for a reason you well know...the
hoops are also mine!
And that's why you lost. As in the "other" thread, you may have the
last words awarded to any foe so mortally wounded. I'm outa da thread,
so enjoy that last gasp!

Hoooh ahhhhh!

RB
35s5
NY