GM shutting down Saturn
#42
May I ask why not? From what I understand, build quality of a new Malibu is on par with that of an Accord or Camry*. I won't say anything about the 3-series, as I'm not exactly sure why that comparison got brought up in the first place earlier in the thread- comparing things that are (at least are supposed to be) economy-type sedans with a more upscale sports sedan is kind of apples and oranges.
So, Malibu/Accord/Camry- build quality, options, features, whatever- all kind of on par with each other, at least in my eyes. I won't say that I've driven them, because I really have no desire to even look at these cars (I don't buy $20,000 economy cars, it defeats the whole purpose of "economy." I buy $2000 or less "economy" cars.) but comparing specs, features, etc., they look pretty equal.
So, what's your reasoning?
*Well, that's what the literature says. I take it with a healthy dose of salt, as I think Consumer Reports (known liars), JD Power, et. al. simply produce printed toilet paper and kindling, not anything worth reading. Alas, I don't really have anything else to go off of, and the rest of the world seems to blindly follow these magazines, so...
So, Malibu/Accord/Camry- build quality, options, features, whatever- all kind of on par with each other, at least in my eyes. I won't say that I've driven them, because I really have no desire to even look at these cars (I don't buy $20,000 economy cars, it defeats the whole purpose of "economy." I buy $2000 or less "economy" cars.) but comparing specs, features, etc., they look pretty equal.
So, what's your reasoning?
*Well, that's what the literature says. I take it with a healthy dose of salt, as I think Consumer Reports (known liars), JD Power, et. al. simply produce printed toilet paper and kindling, not anything worth reading. Alas, I don't really have anything else to go off of, and the rest of the world seems to blindly follow these magazines, so...
I geuse moslty what I hate is all the non driving ************* of the world and all the **** they love. You know who i am talking about the people that stop right at the end of an on or off ramp becouse no one moved over for them to merge etc. Its called space your **** and plan leave room etc good god people. Or the people who rush in to get in front of you when a breack in trafic occurs and you are like 5 cars back from the lead. And then when you pull in behind them they proceed to camp in the ******* right lane. If your motherfuckin *** wants to pass then ****** pass and get the **** out of the way of the people piling up behind you god dammit. The GM of today fosters that mind set as does the for of today to a lesser extent but it is still there. I had better end this post before you get me started in health care.
************* expect me to pay ****** 13% for health care when i refuse to pay 3% right now **** that ****. Just let me ****** die if its that important for the government to care for me i geus i had better start packing and move somewhere else.
#44
yeah sure great motors in shitty cars is a win. Everyone wants a SBC becouse it makes the hp until they have to work on some of the modern day cars with SBC's and then they discover why people commit genocide, and kill all the puppys and kittens in a tristate area. A SBC is great in something you dont have to work on at all cuase you pay others to do it, an old car, or any non GM car period.
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I only read the 1st page of this thread...and I was a bit jacked. **** all you ********* who say "GM shoulda went down a while ago." Listen PUNKS, before I was a Miataturbo.net member, I was a Thirdgen.org (Thirdgen Fbody "camaro and firebird" site member). I love Camaro's and actually I love the firebird more. I sold my Trans Am and my garage bay full of parts so I could buy a car that was lighter, more efficient, and also more agile. Don't you forget though...What car company has the LS series of engines that all you V-8 swappers want so badly? Oh yeah, GM. Out of the big three's latest muscle productions, what is the fastest? The Mustang? NO. The Challenger? NO. That's right, the CAMARO. I love my miata, but **** you jerk off's who give insults towards a company who builds performance in the country YOU live in. My fiance has a Saturn SL-2 4 door. I hate that car, but it's also the first car I have ever seen with a spin on transmission filter. I actually like the Saturn SKY, and the Pontiac Solstice. I think they compare in size and performance to the NC Miata. So if the Saturn goes out, I guess pontiac is next.
The big three all make similar stuff to compete. The mustang comes in 6 cylinder or bitched out 8 cyl version. As does the Challenger, and the camaro. They all make stuff I hate, like the cobalt SS, and the SRT4 line of Caliber's (formerly Neon's), and whatever wrong wheel drive other stuff their is.
All I can say is, just cause we drive cars that might beat a 4th gen LS-1 camaro easily in the quarter mile...remember, the reason for that is cause we have little assed matchbox cars that weigh 2/3 or less of our opponents. Don't forget what it takes to get us there, cause we all know our little **** boxes can hardy touch a high 15 second quarter mile in stock form.
Good thing I'm drinking....some jerked off piece of **** stole my $3 right outta my lunch box that I was gonna use to buy an Apple Danish and a milk at my 2nd lunch break tonight at work. Then I get home to this.
At least "Rock of Love" isn't on...I had to watch the VH-1 behind the music of Bret Michael's instead.
The big three all make similar stuff to compete. The mustang comes in 6 cylinder or bitched out 8 cyl version. As does the Challenger, and the camaro. They all make stuff I hate, like the cobalt SS, and the SRT4 line of Caliber's (formerly Neon's), and whatever wrong wheel drive other stuff their is.
All I can say is, just cause we drive cars that might beat a 4th gen LS-1 camaro easily in the quarter mile...remember, the reason for that is cause we have little assed matchbox cars that weigh 2/3 or less of our opponents. Don't forget what it takes to get us there, cause we all know our little **** boxes can hardy touch a high 15 second quarter mile in stock form.
Good thing I'm drinking....some jerked off piece of **** stole my $3 right outta my lunch box that I was gonna use to buy an Apple Danish and a milk at my 2nd lunch break tonight at work. Then I get home to this.
At least "Rock of Love" isn't on...I had to watch the VH-1 behind the music of Bret Michael's instead.
#48
I'm not saying an LSx isn't a nice engine. I'm saying that when you are driving down the road in a $35,000 370HP sports car and it starts raining you should not have to worry about water dripping on your head. Why can't GM build a Corvette that doesn't leak. Why do you have to carry a screwdriver around with you because the screws in your dash like to back out and fall on the floor. Who designed that ****?
FWIW, I'll be calling a guy today about buying Geo Metro #4 <G>...
FWIW, I'll be calling a guy today about buying Geo Metro #4 <G>...
#49
Originally Posted by magnamx-5
I geuse moslty what I hate is all the non driving ************* of the world and all the **** they love.
Originally Posted by magnamx-5
The GM of today fosters that mind set as does the for of today to a lesser extent but it is still there.
#51
my previous occupation was saturn dealership technician. in my experience, their cars were generally pretty dependable and very simple to work on. while not a powerhouse by any means, the drivetrains were damn near bulletproof. UNLIKE many other GM brands, they kept the cars basic.....and it worked. so i am pro-saturn...though i have never owned one.
i feel that one of GMs biggest problems was the lack of brand identity. i mean seriously, what is the difference between a chevy and gmc pick-up? why would one buy a G5 over a Cobalt?
i think they need to separate the brands based mainly on price (like toyota/lexus). saturn should stay as an economical line, chevy as the mid-priced choice, and cadillac as the luxury brand.
i feel that one of GMs biggest problems was the lack of brand identity. i mean seriously, what is the difference between a chevy and gmc pick-up? why would one buy a G5 over a Cobalt?
i think they need to separate the brands based mainly on price (like toyota/lexus). saturn should stay as an economical line, chevy as the mid-priced choice, and cadillac as the luxury brand.
#53
There is one common theme among everyone praising saturn. It's the first and second generation cars being praised. The cars made when Saturn was being Saturn. You don't find that dedication and adoration from the owners of the post 2000 cars. The Vue, L series, Ion and Outlook were miserable failures. The only good car they've had recently was the Astra which was a rebadged Opel built in Belgium.
As was stated early in this thread, if saturn had stayed true to the original concept they'd still be thriving. Unfotunately the brand became just another GM subsidiary and was different in name only.
Hopefully someone will come out of the woodwork and revive the early concept and philosophy of Saturn. Affordable, reliable, durable and economical US made cars.
As was stated early in this thread, if saturn had stayed true to the original concept they'd still be thriving. Unfotunately the brand became just another GM subsidiary and was different in name only.
Hopefully someone will come out of the woodwork and revive the early concept and philosophy of Saturn. Affordable, reliable, durable and economical US made cars.
#54
my previous occupation was saturn dealership technician. in my experience, their cars were generally pretty dependable and very simple to work on. while not a powerhouse by any means, the drivetrains were damn near bulletproof. UNLIKE many other GM brands, they kept the cars basic.....and it worked. so i am pro-saturn...though i have never owned one.
i feel that one of GMs biggest problems was the lack of brand identity. i mean seriously, what is the difference between a chevy and gmc pick-up? why would one buy a G5 over a Cobalt?
i think they need to separate the brands based mainly on price (like toyota/lexus). saturn should stay as an economical line, chevy as the mid-priced choice, and cadillac as the luxury brand.
i feel that one of GMs biggest problems was the lack of brand identity. i mean seriously, what is the difference between a chevy and gmc pick-up? why would one buy a G5 over a Cobalt?
i think they need to separate the brands based mainly on price (like toyota/lexus). saturn should stay as an economical line, chevy as the mid-priced choice, and cadillac as the luxury brand.
#56
When we bought our Tacoma pickup we didn't pick it over a GM because all the GMs looked the same. We picked it because consumer reports said the Toyota was great and the GM trucks were **** (based on customer polling). I wanted a truck that didn't break down the first month I had it. When looking at trucks there were only two that really stood out in the ratings and both were Japanese. All the American trucks had crappy ratings.
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