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On 15 Sep, 23:01, OzOne wrote:
On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:40:09 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On 14 Sep, 23:57, "Capt. Rob" wrote: Poor Donal doesn't own a better handling car, so he found one at 5 times the price... Good Lord! I knew that the Evo was cheap, but I didn't realise that it was that cheap. Is it true that the top speed is only 165 mph? If so, why do you think that it could compete, in terms of speed, with a DB9? Where can you do even 165MPH? We all know that it cannot compete in style, looks, fit or finish, but you were claiming that the Evo could outperform the AM. If its top speed is so low, then it couldn't possibly beat the DB. Yes indeed it can outperform the Aston. Sort of like the all round race boat compared to the downhill sled. We all have our dreams. Why are your's so unambitious? Unambitious is not wanting people to stare at your car when you park it? Oh c'mon Oz. People *will* stare at an Evo when you park it. It is so bloody ugly that they won't be able to stop staring. Any admiring glances that it gets will be from the lower socio-econimic groups (to put it politely). Most of the "stares" that it attracts will be from people who understand that the driver couldn't afford the car that he really wanted. It makes the same statement as the Subaru Imprezza(sp?). In Australia, I suspect that the poorer parts of the Aboriginal population would be impressed by the Evo. Most people won't stare at an Aston because they won't recognise it. regards Donal -- |
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On Sep 15, 5:40 pm, wrote:
On 14 Sep, 23:57, "Capt. Rob" wrote: Poor Donal doesn't own a better handling car, so he found one at 5 times the price... Good Lord! I knew that the Evo was cheap, but I didn't realise that it was that cheap. Is it true that the top speed is only 165 mph? If so, why do you think that it could compete, in terms of speed, with a DB9? We all know that it cannot compete in style, looks, fit or finish, but you were claiming that the Evo could outperform the AM. If its top speed is so low, then it couldn't possibly beat the DB. How can you even compare the DB9 to the Evo X? The Evo X has S-AWD and can be driven fast in snow, rain or off-road. The RWD DB9 can't. The Evo X has active yaw control making it one of the best balanced sports sedans ever. The DB9 can't match the Evo's handling numbers for grip or slaloms. The Evo X has an active center differential which enables it to further enhance it's stability. The Evo X stops faster with superior braking design and a more advanced ABS system. The Evo X has a superior sound and navigation system with it's own music server. The Evo X is a popular track and rally car with many wins already. The DB9 is not. The Evo X in MR trim has the most sophisticated transmission available on any car at any price. The DB9 tranny is dated. With the DB9 you get superior speed in a straight line, but far far far below most good sports cars. And a top speed few would ever be able to use. I'm not likely to drive any car faster than 140 MPH in NY. Great cars must have great handling. No amount of fit & finish is going to win the hearts of real drivers. RB |
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On Sep 15, 6:01 pm, OzOne wrote:
On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:40:09 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On 14 Sep, 23:57, "Capt. Rob" wrote: Poor Donal doesn't own a better handling car, so he found one at 5 times the price... Good Lord! I knew that the Evo was cheap, but I didn't realise that it was that cheap. Is it true that the top speed is only 165 mph? If so, why do you think that it could compete, in terms of speed, with a DB9? Where can you do even 165MPH? Maybe during his driving lessons? Yes indeed it can outperform the Aston. Sort of like the all round race boat compared to the downhill sled. Donal's not going to get it. Ever. Unambitious is not wanting people to stare at your car when you park it? Donal obviously believes a car's price is more important that it's abilities. My buddy has a modded AWD 911 that cost more than a DB9. He just bought an Evo X and will track the car and also use it for runs to the yard. He agrees that the Evo is in the same class of handling as the 911 turbo. The DB9 is a dinosaur by comparison. Come to think of it he also owns a original Elise...another car that's more rewarding to drive than a Db9. But how do you explain to a person like Donal about handling and balance? RB |
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On Sep 15, 7:00 pm, wrote:
On 15 Sep, 23:01, OzOne wrote: On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:40:09 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On 14 Sep, 23:57, "Capt. Rob" wrote: Poor Donal doesn't own a better handling car, so he found one at 5 times the price... Good Lord! I knew that the Evo was cheap, but I didn't realise that it was that cheap. Is it true that the top speed is only 165 mph? If so, why do you think that it could compete, in terms of speed, with a DB9? Where can you do even 165MPH? We all know that it cannot compete in style, looks, fit or finish, but you were claiming that the Evo could outperform the AM. If its top speed is so low, then it couldn't possibly beat the DB. Yes indeed it can outperform the Aston. Sort of like the all round race boat compared to the downhill sled. We all have our dreams. Why are your's so unambitious? Unambitious is not wanting people to stare at your car when you park it? Oh c'mon Oz. People *will* stare at an Evo when you park it. It is so bloody ugly that they won't be able to stop staring. Any admiring glances that it gets will be from the lower socio-econimic groups (to put it politely). Most of the "stares" that it attracts will be from people who understand that the driver couldn't afford the car that he really wanted. It makes the same statement as the Subaru Imprezza(sp?). Wow, what a horrible place you must live in! I live in NY. Nobody is impressed with cars here. You can drive just about anything most people know that folks with real class don't buy Aston Martins. They drive what suits a need, rather than any call for attention. Since Donal also equates expensive cars with ambition, he's not likely to understand that either. The fact that an Elise or Evo X are far more rewarding to drive means nothing to him. To Donal the reward is his belief that a car like the Aston will somehow make his star shine brighter in the eyes of others. In fact only fellow low-lifes like himself will be "impressed" with an expensive car. The Evo X is a specialty car. Donal should read up on what that means. While the DB9 creates exclusivity with price, the Evo X does it with real world performance and a purpose built design goal. In this regard it exceeds the poor DB9 in every way and people who know driving and cars will always give a nod of approval to the Evo X. The cost or possible income of the owner is just not relevant, unless you have no class at all. So far the two Evo X owners I know are pretty well off. Both own cars in the DB9's price range, but they still wanted the technological marvel known as the Evo X. I seriously doubt they're as deeply insecure as Donal and feel like lesser men when driving the Evo around turns at speeds only a few cars in the world could match. And the poor DB9 is among those that fall short. RB |
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On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 16:35:08 -0700 (PDT), "Capt. Rob"
wrote: On Sep 15, 7:00 pm, wrote: On 15 Sep, 23:01, OzOne wrote: On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 14:40:09 -0700 (PDT), wrote: On 14 Sep, 23:57, "Capt. Rob" wrote: Poor Donal doesn't own a better handling car, so he found one at 5 times the price... Good Lord! I knew that the Evo was cheap, but I didn't realise that it was that cheap. Is it true that the top speed is only 165 mph? If so, why do you think that it could compete, in terms of speed, with a DB9? Where can you do even 165MPH? We all know that it cannot compete in style, looks, fit or finish, but you were claiming that the Evo could outperform the AM. If its top speed is so low, then it couldn't possibly beat the DB. Yes indeed it can outperform the Aston. Sort of like the all round race boat compared to the downhill sled. We all have our dreams. Why are your's so unambitious? Unambitious is not wanting people to stare at your car when you park it? Oh c'mon Oz. People *will* stare at an Evo when you park it. It is so bloody ugly that they won't be able to stop staring. Any admiring glances that it gets will be from the lower socio-econimic groups (to put it politely). Most of the "stares" that it attracts will be from people who understand that the driver couldn't afford the car that he really wanted. It makes the same statement as the Subaru Imprezza(sp?). Wow, what a horrible place you must live in! I live in NY. Nobody is impressed with cars here. You can drive just about anything most people know that folks with real class don't buy Aston Martins. They drive what suits a need, rather than any call for attention. Since Donal also equates expensive cars with ambition, he's not likely to understand that either. The fact that an Elise or Evo X are far more rewarding to drive means nothing to him. To Donal the reward is his belief that a car like the Aston will somehow make his star shine brighter in the eyes of others. In fact only fellow low-lifes like himself will be "impressed" with an expensive car. The Evo X is a specialty car. Donal should read up on what that means. While the DB9 creates exclusivity with price, the Evo X does it with real world performance and a purpose built design goal. In this regard it exceeds the poor DB9 in every way and people who know driving and cars will always give a nod of approval to the Evo X. The cost or possible income of the owner is just not relevant, unless you have no class at all. So far the two Evo X owners I know are pretty well off. Both own cars in the DB9's price range, but they still wanted the technological marvel known as the Evo X. I seriously doubt they're as deeply insecure as Donal and feel like lesser men when driving the Evo around turns at speeds only a few cars in the world could match. And the poor DB9 is among those that fall short. RB What ever became of your boat? You used to talk about it a lot more. |
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On Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:26:33 -0400, Marty wrote:
wrote: Most people won't stare at an Aston because they won't recognise it. Donal, you're wasting your breath, Bob can't understand the mystique of a DB9 anymore that he could understand why you'd want to drive a '52 Bentley Mk VI. Cheers Marty Of course he understands the "mystique"..as Donal says it's about going fast in a straight line, having people think you are 'someone' because you drive an 'Aston' and getting good parking spots at the casino. Like Bob, I like to actually enjoy driving not steering. I put the extra money into other toys and don't need the respect of those who admire my cars ability to turn a head....If I wanted that I'd paint it pink! OzOne of the three twins I welcome you to Crackerbox Palace. |
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On Sep 15, 10:26 pm, Marty wrote:
wrote: Most people won't stare at an Aston because they won't recognise it. Donal, you're wasting your breath, Bob can't understand the mystique of a DB9 anymore that he could understand why you'd want to drive a '52 Bentley Mk VI. Cheers Marty I can understand wanting to drive those cars, but you and Donal clearly have no idea why Ozzy and I want to OWN the Evo X. I owned a restored MG-TD and TF, so I appreciate cars of varied character. But the comparisons and comments from Donal and yourself are childish in the extreme. RB |
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