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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 10:40 AM
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What video are you talking about?
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 10:43 AM
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Post #6 has the videos.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 10:52 AM
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don't much care for top gear ...but he did nail the cheapness right on the head,
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 01:05 PM
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don't much care for top gear ...but he did nail the cheapness right on the head,
Top Gear does talks very little about "bang for the buck" when it comes to sports cars.

Farrari, Corvette, Porsche, its all about which one is better in what aspect.

For those of us who live in the real world and have to live within a budget, the Corvette delivers big fun at an affordable price.

Hit the powerball lottery? I'm going right past Corvette, 911, Aston Martin to 458 Italia.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 01:08 PM
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Originally Posted by LTC Z06
Clarkson hates the 911 also.
He does consistently hate that one.

Best motoring show on the planet.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 01:47 PM
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Originally Posted by jimb100
Top Gear does talks very little about "bang for the buck" when it comes to sports cars.

Farrari, Corvette, Porsche, its all about which one is better in what aspect.

For those of us who live in the real world and have to live within a budget, the Corvette delivers big fun at an affordable price.

Hit the powerball lottery? I'm going right past Corvette, 911, Aston Martin to 458 Italia.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 01:50 PM
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If you don't like BBC Top Gear because Clarkson, Hammond or May have a different opinion about a particular car than you do, then just don't watch it. However, the show has been on in many countrys for many years and has won critical aclaim. It is, most likely, the best automotive show in history. The show is so good that Jay Leno, when asked to host the US version of Top Gear, (which is, like The Car Show, unwatchable), he turned down the offer because he said that nothing could compare to the BBC version, for Clarkson, Hammond & May are brilliant at what they do. So, if you are a true car person, put away any hurt feelings and watch and enjoy the show for what it has to offer. Or not.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 02:08 PM
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but he did nail the cheapness right on the head
I did agree with that statement as well. For 50K plus the Vette interior needs to look like a 50K car IMO.
I for one didn't agree with any of the other crap they had to say, but I'm biased and own a Vette. I love when they trash all of the other cars, expect my Vette!
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Originally Posted by ultraman
Post #6 has the videos.
I know, i posted the videos, but i dont recall seeing a NSX in those videos...
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 02:51 PM
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Originally Posted by NeoZ06
I know, i posted the videos, but i dont recall seeing a NSX in those videos...
Look the first video, it's there.

Anyhow, Jeremy Clarkson is meant to entertain the British audience, who hate American cars. It really is that simple. He says he hates them so everyone at home gets a laugh.

When the ZR1 came out, it was his car of the year. On top of that, he bought one. He must like it an awful lot.

Yes, the Corvette is cheaply made. It just is. But you get what you pay for.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 03:01 PM
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Let's not forget that JC owns a real piece of American history and racing heritage; a Ford GT. Doesn't get much more American than that so he can't hate American cars "that" much.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by RonnieC6Z
If you don't like BBC Top Gear because Clarkson, Hammond or May have a different opinion about a particular car than you do, then just don't watch it. However, the show has been on in many countrys for many years and has won critical aclaim. It is, most likely, the best automotive show in history. The show is so good that Jay Leno, when asked to host the US version of Top Gear, (which is, like The Car Show, unwatchable), he turned down the offer because he said that nothing could compare to the BBC version, for Clarkson, Hammond & May are brilliant at what they do. So, if you are a true car person, put away any hurt feelings and watch and enjoy the show for what it has to offer. Or not.
Well stated

Sad the American versions of Top Gear are so lame.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 03:11 PM
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Originally Posted by LEAVINU
Let's not forget that JC owns a real piece of American history and racing heritage; a Ford GT. Doesn't get much more American than that so he can't hate American cars "that" much.
he sold it
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I have to agree with the comments on the interior. My current company vehicle is an 09 HHR. Oddly enough, there are many of the same parts(steering wheel, buttons, etc.) in my 07 Coupe. I was a bit surprised myself that a $20k car has the same interior parts as a $50k car. I guess that's GM saving a buck.
Corvette is still the best bang(HP) for the buck on the planet. Those "english twits" can go pound sand.
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Old Nov 1, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by jimb100
Hit the powerball lottery? I'm going right past Corvette, 911, Aston Martin to 458 Italia.
That along with a large paved "driveway" going through and around a 100 acre plot of land in a place that stays warm all year long.

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