What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
01-26-2003, 10:39 PM
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What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
What is your opinion on "road respect" of the new Maxima's? Do you think Acura and BMW owners look at the new Maxima's like, " That is a nice car as well" , or " That is just a normal car"? I think with the new HID's coming standard, new styling, speed, and options, that the Maxima is starting to get more road respect. But that is my opinion. I drive it on the road and think it is up there with the TL, and 3-series BMW. What do you think?
01-27-2003, 07:41 AM
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Originally posted by simpleMax
I think that some people buy Acuras and BMWs for the snob appeal, and no, to them a Maxima is just a Nissan.
"Too bad you couldn't afford a real car."
I think that some people buy Acuras and BMWs for the snob appeal, and no, to them a Maxima is just a Nissan.
"Too bad you couldn't afford a real car."
01-27-2003, 07:45 AM
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I got a bunch of "what the hell looks" when I took my Max to the 1/4 mile track a couple of weekends ago. 
Pretty funny, I guess no one really assumed all that much when the see this grocery getter at the track, until I handed almost all the imports there-their butts, (in relation to times).
As for on the road, well I really don't care. I like my car for what it is, and what it can do. I don't need to use my car as an extension of my manhood on the road
Pretty funny, I guess no one really assumed all that much when the see this grocery getter at the track, until I handed almost all the imports there-their butts, (in relation to times).
As for on the road, well I really don't care. I like my car for what it is, and what it can do. I don't need to use my car as an extension of my manhood on the road
01-27-2003, 08:04 AM
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The Maxima will always be considered the "poor man's 5-series" and I don't have a problem with that It gives you most of the features and performance of a 5-series, only FWD, and it's obviously missing the BMW badge but who cares?
I could care less what BMW or Acura owners think of me in my Nissan. I'll be happy to show them my tail lights at any time
It gives you most of the features and performance of a 5-series, only FWD, and it's obviously missing the BMW badge but who cares?I could care less what BMW or Acura owners think of me in my Nissan. I'll be happy to show them my tail lights at any time
01-27-2003, 08:17 AM
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Originally posted by Sam03
As for on the road, well I really don't care. I like my car for what it is, and what it can do. I don't need to use my car as an extension of my manhood on the road
As for on the road, well I really don't care. I like my car for what it is, and what it can do. I don't need to use my car as an extension of my manhood on the road
I looked at a 1998 M3 and a 2001 330ci, drove them all, the M3 was obviously the best driver, followed by the 330ci, but the Maxima wasn't far behind teh 330ci, and there was so much more space, plus it's a brand new car with a warranty to go along with it.
I didn't need the BMW to help my ego. Otherwise I would have got one.
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01-27-2003, 08:23 AM
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Actually a whole lot depends on where you live. Here in Houston 3-series cars are a dime a dozen. 5's are borderline commonplace.
What's funny is often I get more looks in my 7 year old truck than in my car and the truck even gets looks from 3 series owners about half the time.
Funny how demographics drive taste.
Drive what you like...who gives a rat's butt what other think? I will care about their opinion when they start paying for the car.
What's funny is often I get more looks in my 7 year old truck than in my car and the truck even gets looks from 3 series owners about half the time.
Funny how demographics drive taste.
Drive what you like...who gives a rat's butt what other think? I will care about their opinion when they start paying for the car.
01-27-2003, 10:53 AM
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Do the 3 series come with the heated steering wheel? That's one thing that I think is really unique about the Max and not many other cars (including luxury) have.
Funny, some guy was racing me the other day in what I thought was an M3. We took it up to 100 and he was gaining on me. I was ready for him to pass me on the right but he was taking too long. I slowed down so he didn't crash into the car in the right lane and let him pass.
I noticed that it wasn't an M3 but a 325 or something. Oh, I should also mention that I was in my 1993 Mazda MX-6 beater car with 127,000 miles on the ODO. If it was my 2k3 Max this guy would not have had a chance!
Funny, some guy was racing me the other day in what I thought was an M3. We took it up to 100 and he was gaining on me. I was ready for him to pass me on the right but he was taking too long. I slowed down so he didn't crash into the car in the right lane and let him pass.
I noticed that it wasn't an M3 but a 325 or something. Oh, I should also mention that I was in my 1993 Mazda MX-6 beater car with 127,000 miles on the ODO. If it was my 2k3 Max this guy would not have had a chance!
01-27-2003, 12:22 PM
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...I do think that Max's are getting more respect, at least around me (metro Dallas / Fort Worth, TX) because I work for an architecture firm in a nice area of Fort Worth (by the new Modern Museum for those that know the area) and the company downstairs from us in the building we are in has half the covered reserved parking, we have the other half.
On their side it is BMW M5, M3, 540, X5, right in a row I am not kidding. 5 Bimmers in a row in the first five parking spots. Right across are our cars... Mine being the Black 2002 SE... Within 4-5 weeks of my new car showing up in the covered lot last year, one of the other company's employees had a 2002 SE in sunlit sand parked next to the Bimmers across the way...
I think for a lot of people it is just a matter of seeing one up close to appreciate its looks, then driving one seals the deal.
I have caught some of the civic/integra racer wing guys stealing glances over at mine, especially at night when their neon is glowing and they see me next to 'em with the xenons and piaas glowing up front, and the clear corner hyperwhites on the sides... Respect is growing when people witness what they are capable of. So many people who don't know the specs of the car just instinctively lump them in with accord / camry / galant type cars...
...How many of you have said they have gone to the track and gotten laughed at when they see you pull in, and then you run in the 14's and everybody suddenly stops laughing??? So many people have had the same experience, word is getting around.
PEACE.
On their side it is BMW M5, M3, 540, X5, right in a row I am not kidding. 5 Bimmers in a row in the first five parking spots. Right across are our cars... Mine being the Black 2002 SE... Within 4-5 weeks of my new car showing up in the covered lot last year, one of the other company's employees had a 2002 SE in sunlit sand parked next to the Bimmers across the way...
I think for a lot of people it is just a matter of seeing one up close to appreciate its looks, then driving one seals the deal.
I have caught some of the civic/integra racer wing guys stealing glances over at mine, especially at night when their neon is glowing and they see me next to 'em with the xenons and piaas glowing up front, and the clear corner hyperwhites on the sides... Respect is growing when people witness what they are capable of. So many people who don't know the specs of the car just instinctively lump them in with accord / camry / galant type cars...
...How many of you have said they have gone to the track and gotten laughed at when they see you pull in, and then you run in the 14's and everybody suddenly stops laughing??? So many people have had the same experience, word is getting around.
PEACE.
01-27-2003, 12:40 PM
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Actually it's the opposite here where I live. Multiple people have said that the next thing higher than a Maxima is a 5 series BMW, or Lexus GS, for what you get in the car. People around here believe the Maxima is a step above the Accord and Camry. I would agree that the Maxima is right up there with the TL which I don't believe is in the same category as the 3 series or other RWD sports sedans. The reason people say that the Maxima is not on the level of the TL is because the I30/35 exist, but we all know that the Maxima and I30/35 are practically the same car.
01-27-2003, 01:05 PM
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Originally posted by perrymaxima
Actually it's the opposite here where I live. Multiple people have said that the next thing higher than a Maxima is a 5 series BMW, or Lexus GS, for what you get in the car. People around here believe the Maxima is a step above the Accord and Camry. I would agree that the Maxima is right up there with the TL which I don't believe is in the same category as the 3 series or other RWD sports sedans. The reason people say that the Maxima is not on the level of the TL is because the I30/35 exist, but we all know that the Maxima and I30/35 are practically the same car.
Actually it's the opposite here where I live. Multiple people have said that the next thing higher than a Maxima is a 5 series BMW, or Lexus GS, for what you get in the car. People around here believe the Maxima is a step above the Accord and Camry. I would agree that the Maxima is right up there with the TL which I don't believe is in the same category as the 3 series or other RWD sports sedans. The reason people say that the Maxima is not on the level of the TL is because the I30/35 exist, but we all know that the Maxima and I30/35 are practically the same car.
01-27-2003, 01:25 PM
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I would never have considered the Maxima except that when I checked Consumers Reports the Volvo S40, which I wanted, was rated at the bottom for reliability. The Maxima has the highest predicted reliablity amoung "family cars".
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
01-27-2003, 02:32 PM
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Originally posted by Matthew
...I do think that Max's are getting more respect, at least around me (metro Dallas / Fort Worth, TX) because I work for an architecture firm in a nice area of Fort Worth (by the new Modern Museum for those that know the area) and the company downstairs from us in the building we are in has half the covered reserved parking, we have the other half.
On their side it is BMW M5, M3, 540, X5, right in a row I am not kidding. 5 Bimmers in a row in the first five parking spots. Right across are our cars... Mine being the Black 2002 SE... Within 4-5 weeks of my new car showing up in the covered lot last year, one of the other company's employees had a 2002 SE in sunlit sand parked next to the Bimmers across the way...
I think for a lot of people it is just a matter of seeing one up close to appreciate its looks, then driving one seals the deal.
I have caught some of the civic/integra racer wing guys stealing glances over at mine, especially at night when their neon is glowing and they see me next to 'em with the xenons and piaas glowing up front, and the clear corner hyperwhites on the sides... Respect is growing when people witness what they are capable of. So many people who don't know the specs of the car just instinctively lump them in with accord / camry / galant type cars...
...How many of you have said they have gone to the track and gotten laughed at when they see you pull in, and then you run in the 14's and everybody suddenly stops laughing??? So many people have had the same experience, word is getting around.
PEACE.
...I do think that Max's are getting more respect, at least around me (metro Dallas / Fort Worth, TX) because I work for an architecture firm in a nice area of Fort Worth (by the new Modern Museum for those that know the area) and the company downstairs from us in the building we are in has half the covered reserved parking, we have the other half.
On their side it is BMW M5, M3, 540, X5, right in a row I am not kidding. 5 Bimmers in a row in the first five parking spots. Right across are our cars... Mine being the Black 2002 SE... Within 4-5 weeks of my new car showing up in the covered lot last year, one of the other company's employees had a 2002 SE in sunlit sand parked next to the Bimmers across the way...
I think for a lot of people it is just a matter of seeing one up close to appreciate its looks, then driving one seals the deal.
I have caught some of the civic/integra racer wing guys stealing glances over at mine, especially at night when their neon is glowing and they see me next to 'em with the xenons and piaas glowing up front, and the clear corner hyperwhites on the sides... Respect is growing when people witness what they are capable of. So many people who don't know the specs of the car just instinctively lump them in with accord / camry / galant type cars...
...How many of you have said they have gone to the track and gotten laughed at when they see you pull in, and then you run in the 14's and everybody suddenly stops laughing??? So many people have had the same experience, word is getting around.
PEACE.
Just got 03 6spd week and half ago...Let the mods begin......
01-27-2003, 02:50 PM
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Originally posted by simpleMax
I think that some people buy Acuras and BMWs for the snob appeal, and no, to them a Maxima is just a Nissan.
"Too bad you couldn't afford a real car."
I think that some people buy Acuras and BMWs for the snob appeal, and no, to them a Maxima is just a Nissan.
"Too bad you couldn't afford a real car."
01-27-2003, 02:52 PM
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Originally posted by simpleMax
I would never have considered the Maxima except that when I checked Consumers Reports the Volvo S40, which I wanted, was rated at the bottom for reliability. The Maxima has the highest predicted reliablity amoung "family cars".
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
I would never have considered the Maxima except that when I checked Consumers Reports the Volvo S40, which I wanted, was rated at the bottom for reliability. The Maxima has the highest predicted reliablity amoung "family cars".
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
01-27-2003, 02:54 PM
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Originally posted by MaximusMorpheus
Where do you live in Ft. Worth?, I live close by.....Nice to know that there are other Max's in the area....
Just got 03 6spd week and half ago...Let the mods begin......
Where do you live in Ft. Worth?, I live close by.....Nice to know that there are other Max's in the area....
Just got 03 6spd week and half ago...Let the mods begin......
01-27-2003, 03:32 PM
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Originally posted by simpleMax
I would never have considered the Maxima except that when I checked Consumers Reports the Volvo S40, which I wanted, was rated at the bottom for reliability. The Maxima has the highest predicted reliablity amoung "family cars".
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
I would never have considered the Maxima except that when I checked Consumers Reports the Volvo S40, which I wanted, was rated at the bottom for reliability. The Maxima has the highest predicted reliablity amoung "family cars".
So, I started looking, and liked what I saw. It fit what I was looking for in a car.
But remember, if you are buying a car to impress other people, you might fail. You are destined to buy a car that impresses you and what you percieve to be cool/expensive/fast.
Get the car you want and will feel good in.
Heck, I have a mortgage, kids in braces, clothes to buy, food to put on the table, aging parents to visit. I'm doing what's right for my family. If you think I'm trying to impress anyone by the car I drive....
There are always people who are better looking than you, have more money than you, drive a "better" car. Don't worry about it.
01-27-2003, 10:39 PM
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Originally posted by C430
Man, did you hit the nail on the head! I've been a "car guy" since I was 3, and always gravitated towards the cars that impress ME, not anyone else. The Max does this better than anything else on the road.
Man, did you hit the nail on the head! I've been a "car guy" since I was 3, and always gravitated towards the cars that impress ME, not anyone else. The Max does this better than anything else on the road.
01-27-2003, 10:48 PM
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Originally posted by perrymaxima
Actually it's the opposite here where I live. Multiple people have said that the next thing higher than a Maxima is a 5 series BMW, or Lexus GS, for what you get in the car. People around here believe the Maxima is a step above the Accord and Camry. I would agree that the Maxima is right up there with the TL which I don't believe is in the same category as the 3 series or other RWD sports sedans. The reason people say that the Maxima is not on the level of the TL is because the I30/35 exist, but we all know that the Maxima and I30/35 are practically the same car.
Actually it's the opposite here where I live. Multiple people have said that the next thing higher than a Maxima is a 5 series BMW, or Lexus GS, for what you get in the car. People around here believe the Maxima is a step above the Accord and Camry. I would agree that the Maxima is right up there with the TL which I don't believe is in the same category as the 3 series or other RWD sports sedans. The reason people say that the Maxima is not on the level of the TL is because the I30/35 exist, but we all know that the Maxima and I30/35 are practically the same car.
01-28-2003, 10:14 AM
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Originally posted by MONTE 01&97 SE
Yep I agree with you and here the same thing in my Neck of DFW the Plano area. People always compare my 03 to a TL they donot even mention the Accord or Camry. I think alot of people pretty much know the Max is a car with its own identity and can compare and compete with several levels of cars!
Yep I agree with you and here the same thing in my Neck of DFW the Plano area. People always compare my 03 to a TL they donot even mention the Accord or Camry. I think alot of people pretty much know the Max is a car with its own identity and can compare and compete with several levels of cars!
01-28-2003, 10:26 AM
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I think DFW Area Maxima's in general are getting a lot of respect, because from what I know there are 3-4 Boosted Maxima's, either Turbo or Supercharged....I plan to join those elite sometime soon....This year the Maxima will undoubtly show the US what this car is capable of doing on and off the track.....
01-28-2003, 10:47 AM
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I think most people in upstate NY don't even think twice about the Maxima. Most of them consider it Nissan's version of the Accord/Camry. People in Acuras and BMWs certainly don't think twice about the Max (yet BMW and Acura are a dime a dozen round here, Maximas are more rare). But I also think some people with smaller cars are impressed by it too. I've gotten a few "Damn, that's a nice car" comments. I think it really just matters what kind of income you have. Aston Martin drivers aren't impressed by 5-series BMWs. And likewise, Bugatti drivers aren't impressed with Aston Martins.
01-28-2003, 10:50 AM
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Originally posted by Kojiro_FtT
I think most people in upstate NY don't even think twice about the Maxima. Most of them consider it Nissan's version of the Accord/Camry. People in Acuras and BMWs certainly don't think twice about the Max (yet BMW and Acura are a dime a dozen round here, Maximas are more rare). But I also think some people with smaller cars are impressed by it too. I've gotten a few "Damn, that's a nice car" comments. I think it really just matters what kind of income you have. Aston Martin drivers aren't impressed by 5-series BMWs. And likewise, Bugatti drivers aren't impressed with Aston Martins.
I think most people in upstate NY don't even think twice about the Maxima. Most of them consider it Nissan's version of the Accord/Camry. People in Acuras and BMWs certainly don't think twice about the Max (yet BMW and Acura are a dime a dozen round here, Maximas are more rare). But I also think some people with smaller cars are impressed by it too. I've gotten a few "Damn, that's a nice car" comments. I think it really just matters what kind of income you have. Aston Martin drivers aren't impressed by 5-series BMWs. And likewise, Bugatti drivers aren't impressed with Aston Martins.
01-28-2003, 11:29 AM
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Originally posted by VQMAN
zactly!
I looked at a 1998 M3 and a 2001 330ci, drove them all, the M3 was obviously the best driver, followed by the 330ci, but the Maxima wasn't far behind teh 330ci, and there was so much more space, plus it's a brand new car with a warranty to go along with it.
I didn't need the BMW to help my ego. Otherwise I would have got one.
-vq
zactly!
I looked at a 1998 M3 and a 2001 330ci, drove them all, the M3 was obviously the best driver, followed by the 330ci, but the Maxima wasn't far behind teh 330ci, and there was so much more space, plus it's a brand new car with a warranty to go along with it.
I didn't need the BMW to help my ego. Otherwise I would have got one.
-vq
01-28-2003, 12:29 PM
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Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by floridabornmax
What is your opinion on "road respect" of the new Maxima's? Do you think Acura and BMW owners look at the new Maxima's like, " That is a nice car as well" , or " That is just a normal car"? I think with the new HID's coming standard, new styling, speed, and options, that the Maxima is starting to get more road respect. But that is my opinion. I drive it on the road and think it is up there with the TL, and 3-series BMW. What do you think?
What is your opinion on "road respect" of the new Maxima's? Do you think Acura and BMW owners look at the new Maxima's like, " That is a nice car as well" , or " That is just a normal car"? I think with the new HID's coming standard, new styling, speed, and options, that the Maxima is starting to get more road respect. But that is my opinion. I drive it on the road and think it is up there with the TL, and 3-series BMW. What do you think?
On the road, I haven't noticed anyone particularly admiring my car, possibly because the silver is a pretty subdued color; usually it's you flashy Super Black and Majestic Blue guys that attract attention.
But, those that have checked it out are usually the guys in modded cars who probably know what it can do performance-wise.
01-28-2003, 01:24 PM
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Re: Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by Maximax2
No, like said above, I think BMW and Acura drivers think "glad I bought an Acura or BMW", and don't have a lot of respect for other brands. Which doesn't necessarily make them pretentious (some are), because folks who spring the $$ for one of those are usually more into (and proud of) their cars. They chose their car because they thought it was superior to others; so did we.
On the road, I haven't noticed anyone particularly admiring my car, possibly because the silver is a pretty subdued color; usually it's you flashy Super Black and Majestic Blue guys that attract attention. But, those that have checked it out are usually the guys in modded cars who probably know what it can do performance-wise.
No, like said above, I think BMW and Acura drivers think "glad I bought an Acura or BMW", and don't have a lot of respect for other brands. Which doesn't necessarily make them pretentious (some are), because folks who spring the $$ for one of those are usually more into (and proud of) their cars. They chose their car because they thought it was superior to others; so did we.
On the road, I haven't noticed anyone particularly admiring my car, possibly because the silver is a pretty subdued color; usually it's you flashy Super Black and Majestic Blue guys that attract attention.
But, those that have checked it out are usually the guys in modded cars who probably know what it can do performance-wise.
Have you ever ripped out at a light with another car?
01-28-2003, 05:35 PM
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Originally posted by SteVTEC
I could care less what BMW or Acura owners think of me in my Nissan. I'll be happy to show them my tail lights at any time
I could care less what BMW or Acura owners think of me in my Nissan. I'll be happy to show them my tail lights at any time
however, when i do notice them checking my black beauty, at a stoplight usually, they're staring at the frocking rims!!! further proof no one really looks at max
01-30-2003, 06:14 AM
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Re: Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by Maximax2
No, like said above, I think BMW and Acura drivers think "glad I bought an Acura or BMW", and don't have a lot of respect for other brands.
No, like said above, I think BMW and Acura drivers think "glad I bought an Acura or BMW", and don't have a lot of respect for other brands.
Certainly, there are some cars that I just hate and can't stand driving next to/behind them. For instance, Neons, Civics, Saturns, Kias and such. I always did and will continue to recognize Maximas, and Nissans in general. Although, if the driver acts like a total moron, then it's a different story. I always respect other drivers if they respect me.
01-30-2003, 02:03 PM
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Re: Re: Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by AndyXXL
This is not true. I have a lot of respect for Ferrari and Porsche cars
Certainly, there are some cars that I just hate and can't stand driving next to/behind them. For instance, Neons, Civics, Saturns, Kias and such. I always did and will continue to recognize Maximas, and Nissans in general. Although, if the driver acts like a total moron, then it's a different story. I always respect other drivers if they respect me.
This is not true. I have a lot of respect for Ferrari and Porsche cars
Certainly, there are some cars that I just hate and can't stand driving next to/behind them. For instance, Neons, Civics, Saturns, Kias and such. I always did and will continue to recognize Maximas, and Nissans in general. Although, if the driver acts like a total moron, then it's a different story. I always respect other drivers if they respect me.
01-30-2003, 02:20 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by Maximax2
Man, you respect Maximas so much you donated? We need more Beemer owners like you
Man, you respect Maximas so much you donated? We need more Beemer owners like you
01-30-2003, 02:54 PM
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Re: Re: Re: Re: What do you think in terms of "road respect"?
Originally posted by Maximax2
Man, you respect Maximas so much you donated? We need more Beemer owners like you
Man, you respect Maximas so much you donated? We need more Beemer owners like you
01-30-2003, 02:57 PM
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Here is my $.02 added. I know for a fact every mechanic shop I ever pull in to for any reason .. the first compliment I get is..."that car is freaking fast". Barber shop guys always tell me 'I love maximas, there's just something about those cars". Like it has been said before they are in a league of their own. A lot of people dont understand maxima's and they often identify with just a fast family car. Remember, there arent a lot of people on the road who knows anything about the car they drive. They just know brand! Prime ex: my sister-in-law and her husband they bought an 1999 Acura RL a year ago because they said its a fast "luxury" car. Then I realize defending my maxima against them would be a waste of my time. I just brought them the specs and the relative costs. Last, the comment I get always from people is the maxima is a poor's man 540i.
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