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Old 09-27-2008, 05:19 PM   #15 (permalink)
BlackDeuceCoupe
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BDC's Honda CiViC HX/Si - '98 Honda CiViC HX/Si (HX Shell/Si Swap)
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My ride does 0-60 mph in 6.5-6.7 sec - and gets 40+ mpg.

That's perfectly acceptable for a DD, IMHO!

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Originally Posted by MetroMPG View Post
What in our society has changed so much over the years that we now apparently demand that plain jane family sedans and "economy" cars be able to accelerate at rates that would out run sports cars from the 80's and 90's?
Americans love a winner, and hate a loser!

My take is... when ppl own a fast car, it makes them *feel* like a winner...

Personally, that's why I L-O-V-E owning an ECO car that kicks booty!

Really takes the wind out of their imaginary sails...
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