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Fifth Gear seems to be hating on the S

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Old 11-26-2008 | 08:29 AM
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I'm a little hurt that they think the styling of the 350z is better than the S. Looks like a slightly larger MX-5? Ouch. I can understand some people mistaking it for that, but if you really look at it, you can tell it's not.

Top Gear ftw!
Old 11-26-2008 | 08:33 AM
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This is why fifth gear is considered a poor copy of Top Gear.
Old 11-26-2008 | 10:42 AM
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yeah the review doesnt sound like their giving the S any chances, it truly is a great car but they try find the minor downfalls and turn it into a total dissapoitment. the review was basis and wasnt that informative
Old 11-26-2008 | 10:48 AM
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It's like they wrote the review without first driving the car, and second they are comparing things that we don't necessarily care about.

It is race inspired and as such does not require all the nice features of the BMW series. I was torn between a Z3/z4 or the S and I drove all three and still chose the S. It was more about what I wanted and not about showing others what I have.
Old 11-26-2008 | 11:37 AM
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Well, if you ask me, it does look like a Miata -- a lot. It also looks a bit like the Z4. IMO, the exterior looks better than both. You guys also need to remember that that the S2K is way expensive in Brittain. They expect more for the money.

As far as room in the boot goes, I'd say it is far larger than it appears. My wife and I have travelled for 10 days straight in it. Tight? Yes, but sufficient especially if you pull tool holder, wrap the tools, and put them in the spare.
Old 11-26-2008 | 12:24 PM
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Fifth Gear is useless.

For proof I cite their usages of nitrous oxide. In Fifth Gear they put nitrous on a diesel Golf. In Top Gear they put nitrous on a Jaguar and it killed the Stig (old/black).
Old 11-26-2008 | 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by VaragS,Nov 26 2008, 02:41 AM
you guys do not seem to understand that in most other countries the S2000 is almost double what we pay here in the states. with that said, yes, I would have to agree with most in that link. the s2000 is underpowered and does not give enough performance for it's price tag. What I'm trying to say is, if the S2000 was a 50k car, would you still feel the same?
Old 11-26-2008 | 12:37 PM
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[QUOTE=Enthralled,Nov 26 2008, 01:28 PM]
Old 11-26-2008 | 01:10 PM
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Who cares what they think?? Seriously, who gives a shit? Do you like your S? Yes, you do? That's all ye need know.
Old 11-26-2008 | 01:30 PM
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The review can't seem to get any more biased.


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