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So the Genesis Coupe isn't the most practical sports car around, says James, but what really matters here is how the car drives. And it's in that department that this car really shines, he says.

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« Reply #220 on: July 23, 2009, 02:11:52 pm »
...he had trouble with the early release Program........................... Wink
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« Reply #221 on: July 24, 2009, 02:27:25 am »
Thanks Rob... I love that shot you used for the 'ad'... but, err... stick to the photog stuff and leave the copywriting / typesetting to the pros, eh? (and no, I don't mean me... I'm a TV guy now, no more print).   Wink 
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« Reply #222 on: July 24, 2009, 07:07:27 am »
..Oh so that's U.............love the hair -Do and  orthodontics............. Wink...............last time i got slapped inna chops woz......well U doan wanna know... Tongue

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« Reply #223 on: July 24, 2009, 10:58:51 am »
Awesome job, Bob.  Thumbs up Thumbs up

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« Reply #224 on: November 02, 2009, 10:28:30 pm »
(sigh)... Strike One.

Earlier today I had a refresher as to why I got rid of my previous BMW and Audi.  I discovered today that my driver's door wouldn't unlock.  After crawling through from the passenger side, I also found that it wouldn't even open.  Couldn't unlock it with the FOB, the key or the power door lock button.  Then I couldn't lock or unlock any other door.  Grrr...
After having to leave it unlocked in downtown Toronto all afternoon while attending meetings, I proceeded to drive to Budds in Oakville where I sat in the car inside the bay until a technician finally came and fiddled with it enough to let me escape. 

So, now it's at the dealership and I'm driving a base-model '08 Mazda6 rental with a transmission that periodically sounds like it's on the verge of catastrophic failure and steering (and wheel imbalance) that feels like the car has hit a few curbs in its 49,000 kms. 

Personally, I blame Lexus for this.  If they had just put a real transmission into the IS350 (and folding rear seats) I'd have a nice, reliable Japanese sport sedan now instead of the Bimmer.  Wink

Ah well...  such is life with a German car.  She'll be good as new tomorrow and I'll love her again.  But for now, I'm going to price out an IS350 online.    Grin  Undecided
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« Reply #225 on: November 02, 2009, 10:36:54 pm »
From German to Japanese, say it ain't so!
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« Reply #226 on: November 02, 2009, 11:00:50 pm »
Quote from: Giant Dwarf on November 02, 2009, 10:28:30 pm
(sigh)... Strike One.

Earlier today I had a refresher as to why I got rid of my previous BMW and Audi.  I discovered today that my driver's door wouldn't unlock.  After crawling through from the passenger side, I also found that it wouldn't even open.  Couldn't unlock it with the FOB, the key or the power door lock button.  Then I couldn't lock or unlock any other door.  Grrr...
After having to leave it unlocked in downtown Toronto all afternoon while attending meetings, I proceeded to drive to Budds in Oakville where I sat in the car inside the bay until a technician finally came and fiddled with it enough to let me escape. 

So, now it's at the dealership and I'm driving a base-model '08 Mazda6 rental with a transmission that periodically sounds like it's on the verge of catastrophic failure and steering (and wheel imbalance) that feels like the car has hit a few curbs in its 49,000 kms. 

Personally, I blame Lexus for this.  If they had just put a real transmission into the IS350 (and folding rear seats) I'd have a nice, reliable Japanese sport sedan now instead of the Bimmer.  Wink

Ah well...  such is life with a German car.  She'll be good as new tomorrow and I'll love her again.  But for now, I'm going to price out an IS350 online.    Grin  Undecided

Ugg.  Sorry about your misfortune.  I LOVE quite a few Euro cars...but one episode like this would almost be it for me!  Try and tough it out...hopefully this is an isolated incident.  Although since you've owned these cars in the past I would assume you were prepared for these little things like this?
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« Reply #227 on: November 02, 2009, 11:07:59 pm »
German cars are second to none when equipped SANS:

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Power sunroof
Automatic tranny
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« Reply #228 on: November 02, 2009, 11:11:59 pm »
Quote from: rrocket on November 02, 2009, 11:00:50 pm
Quote from: Giant Dwarf on November 02, 2009, 10:28:30 pm
(sigh)... Strike One.

Earlier today I had a refresher as to why I got rid of my previous BMW and Audi.  I discovered today that my driver's door wouldn't unlock.  After crawling through from the passenger side, I also found that it wouldn't even open.  Couldn't unlock it with the FOB, the key or the power door lock button.  Then I couldn't lock or unlock any other door.  Grrr...
After having to leave it unlocked in downtown Toronto all afternoon while attending meetings, I proceeded to drive to Budds in Oakville where I sat in the car inside the bay until a technician finally came and fiddled with it enough to let me escape. 

So, now it's at the dealership and I'm driving a base-model '08 Mazda6 rental with a transmission that periodically sounds like it's on the verge of catastrophic failure and steering (and wheel imbalance) that feels like the car has hit a few curbs in its 49,000 kms. 

Personally, I blame Lexus for this.  If they had just put a real transmission into the IS350 (and folding rear seats) I'd have a nice, reliable Japanese sport sedan now instead of the Bimmer.  Wink

Ah well...  such is life with a German car.  She'll be good as new tomorrow and I'll love her again.  But for now, I'm going to price out an IS350 online.    Grin  Undecided

Ugg.  Sorry about your misfortune.  I LOVE quite a few Euro cars...but one episode like this would almost be it for me!  Try and tough it out...hopefully this is an isolated incident.  Although since you've owned these cars in the past I would assume you were prepared for these little things like this?

Well, my cousin's 2006 323i did the same thing. They replaced a some type of central electrical module, under warranty.
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« Reply #229 on: November 02, 2009, 11:22:23 pm »
Quote from: articsteve on November 02, 2009, 11:07:59 pm
German cars are second to none when equipped SANS:

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Power sunroof
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You forgot to add radio to your list...
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« Reply #230 on: November 02, 2009, 11:55:46 pm »
Achtung!

Alles non-technischen looken peepers! Das machinkontrol is nicht for gefingerpoken und mittengrabben. Oderwise is easy schnappen der springenverk, blowenfus, undpoppencorken mit spitzensparken. Der machine is diggen by experten only. Is nicht fur geverken by das dumpkopfen. Das rubber necken sightseenen keepen das cotton-picken hands in das pockets. So relaxen, und vatchen das blinkenlights.
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« Reply #231 on: November 03, 2009, 12:01:51 am »
^^Riiight.
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« Reply #232 on: November 03, 2009, 12:28:51 am »
Have faith, Jeff, it will pass. And then, you will still be driving a fine German sedan, not some .......... other thing.  Wink Wink
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« Reply #233 on: November 03, 2009, 01:12:19 am »
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And no heated seats! Ahh, German cars, the love, the hate!
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« Reply #234 on: November 03, 2009, 01:32:52 am »
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Power windows and locks
Power sunroof
Automatic tranny

And no heated seats! Ahh, German cars, the love, the hate!

Are you guys looking for an E30?
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« Reply #235 on: November 03, 2009, 06:52:05 am »
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Power windows and locks
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And no heated seats! Ahh, German cars, the love, the hate!
Which one does not have heated seats?
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« Reply #236 on: November 03, 2009, 11:53:34 am »
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Which one does not have heated seats?

My point exactly.
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« Reply #237 on: November 03, 2009, 01:02:31 pm »
Oh, of course you're right.  Tomorrow I'll be merrily driving along again.  Just thought I'd share the ongoing love-hate relationship with German cars and their electrics. 

Maybe I should've just gotten a new Mustang GT?   Wink
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« Reply #238 on: November 03, 2009, 01:38:03 pm »
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My point exactly.

What is your point?
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« Reply #239 on: November 03, 2009, 01:56:00 pm »
..they have mechanical radios NOW  und......wind up windows too...as well as mechanical sunroofs and a ski mitt hand warmer in the trou could be an alternative to boiled nuts!!!


    always wanted a BMW but U guys are damping my ENTHUSIASM.... Angry
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