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Is the Corvette an Old Man's Car?

Agent001 submitted on 7/17/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:28:31 AM

After seeing the movie transformers and drueling over that gorgeous yellow Camaro, I kept saying to myself how nice it looks and that I thought it looks a thousand times better than the Corvette. The Camaro looks modern, fresh and youthful whereas the Corvette. Read More

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Motor Trend Fleet Update: 2007 Lexus LS 460

Ironman273 submitted on 7/13/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:31:06 PM

"Auto Parking will take some getting used to," says tech editor Reynolds. "The first time I tried it [parallel parking], it worked perfectly. Read More

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Did BMW make a mistake on the new M3 by not offering the traditional one or two exotic colors?

Agent001 submitted on 7/9/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:10:11 PM

One of the things missing on the new M3 in our opinion is the choice of a couple exotic colors on the orderable color palette for the car. In past generations there were colors like Daytona Violet, Dakar Yellow and Phoenix Yellow. Read More

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Toyota and Ford Report Strong Sales in China

06GS300 submitted on 7/5/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:48:28 PM

SHANGHAI - Toyota and Ford, two of the world’s three largest auto makers, reported strong first-half sales in China’s fast-growing market, where as relative newcomers they are competing to roll out new models to attract customers. Toyota Motor Corp. Read More

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Motor Trend Takes the Mercedes C63 AMG Out For A Spin

Agent009 submitted on 7/5/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 9:06:04 AM

With its M3, BMW has owned the C-segment hot-rod market, winning hearts, minds, and comparison tests for decades. Others have competed, few have been competitive. Read More

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Car and Driver calls new Porsche Turbo heavy and clumsy?

Agent001 submitted on 7/3/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:30:10 PM

In the latest issue of Car and Driver there is an article called 'Lightning Strikes Twice', where they test some of the world's fastest cars on the track. To my surprise, it seemed like they were not impressed with the new Porsche Turbo, saying it's not the best lap dancer. Read More

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Original Audi Coupe Quattros leave collectors cold

Agent001 submitted on 6/30/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:23:26 PM

How the mighty have fallen. In 25 years, most expensive cars depreciate, but few cars as significant as the original Audi Coupe Quattro (Ur-Quattro from the German for "original") have so utterly disappeared both in value and visibility from the marketplace. Read More

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Chris Bangle and his Design Team at BMW Group Are the Design Team of the Year 2007

Agent001 submitted on 6/30/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:00:51 PM

The design team of the year 2007 award this year went to Chris Bangle and his design team from BMW Group. This highest distinction of the renowned red dot design awards was thereby conferred to the design department of a German company. Read More

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Motor Trend says Infiniti G37 beats the BMW 335. Does their opinion REALLY matter?

Agent001 submitted on 6/27/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 12:06:30 PM

We've been getting a lot of comments about the recent article in Motor Trend that picked the Infiniti G37 Coupe over the BMW 335 Coupe. But the bigger question is- Does their opinion REALLY matter anymore and will their review have any effect on public perception and more importantly, sales? We say five years ago maybe, but not in today's world. Read More

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Report Card: Has Infiniti really improved their interiors?

Teknik submitted on 6/22/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 3:18:36 PM

With all this talk about the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class and how its interior stacks up against the competition, where does that leave Infiniti? Being the least expensive member of the Benz family in North America, the C-Class has often gotten criticism about its interior quality, fit, and finish. In years past, until recently, the entire Infiniti line has been criticized for its cheap feeling and looking interior. Read More

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001 renders the verdict on the 2008 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Agent001 submitted on 6/22/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:41:09 AM

All week we have been bringing you the ultimate insider look at the new Mercedes-Benz C-Class with our huge photo galleries. But what everyone has REALLY been waiting for, is to hear our driving impressions and our verdict of the new car that is SO important to the success of Mercedes-Benz. Read More

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Can't believe you all missed this! Hyundai bests Lexus in new Comparo!

Agent001 submitted on 6/16/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:12:04 PM

Say it isn't so! When I picked up the new issue of Motor Trend last week and I was paging through it, when I came across a comparo between the Lexus RX350 and Hyundai Veracruz SUV's (or are they crossovers now ;). When to my shock, Motor Trend pick the Veracruz as the winner! The Hyundai is nice but I have to believe one of their writers let thir emotions get away from them. Read More

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PHOTOS: The closest most of us will EVER get to the new Bentley Continental Convertible

Agent001 submitted on 6/14/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 7:04:37 PM

A couple weekend's ago I had the opportunity to get a new Bentley Continental Convertible to review. I know. Read More

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PHOTOS: Next Subaru Impreza/WRX- STUD or DUD?

Agent001 submitted on 6/11/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:10:01 AM

A lot of people have been waiting with eager anticipation for the next generation Subaru Impreza and WRX. Now that the car has broke cover and you've all had a look at the photos, what's your take on the new car? Is it a STUD or a DUD? . Read More

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Factory navigation systems DECREASE resale value on cars?

Agent001 submitted on 5/9/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 8:16:28 PM

Built-in navigation systems increase the depreciation of a car or truck, a startling fact that has some car companies rethinking their approach to the $2,000 factory-installed systems. "Navigation could be like cellphones built into cars in the '70s and '80s; those big, blocky phones that nobody has now. Read More

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BMW M5 Touring: Help! There’s A Maniac In The Family

Agent009 submitted on 5/8/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:40:32 AM

When cars come to me for testing I always try to go to the same stretch of road. It’s quiet, you can see for miles in every direction, and the sinuous turns ask searching questions of any car I aim along it. Read More

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Too fast for its own good: 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 has too much horsepower

omarrana submitted on 4/23/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 2:52:43 PM

At $22,835, the 263 horsepower the Mazdaspeed 3 may sound appealing, but the 2. 3 liter direct-injection turbocharged engine may be too much for the car to handle. Read More

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Trend brewing in Southern California reveals ominous signs for Big 3 auto manufacturers

Agent001 submitted on 4/22/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 5:24:53 PM

The Spies say ALL the key automotive trends begin in Southern California and this one CAN'T be good for the US manufacturers. . Read More

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JUST IN: Mercedes-Benz First Quarter Sales

S4cabriofoxone submitted on 4/10/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 10:20:23 PM

The Mercedes Car Group delivered 286,800 vehicles to customers around the world in the first quarter 2007, compared with 295,000 in the same month last year. In March 2007, sales of Mercedes-Benz, Maybach and smart brand vehicles totaled 127,000 units (same month last year: 138,400). Read More

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NEW YORK AUTO SHOW: Lexus LX570- STUD or DUD?

Agent001 submitted on 4/10/2007 Official AutoSpies Timestamp: 1:38:06 PM

The hottest new SUV at the 2007 New York Auto Show was definitely the new Lexus LX570. Not only was it a significant step forward compared to the old LX470, the new truck employs some pretty cool new technological features (Lexus Intuitive Park Assist, first-in-its-class Pre-Collision System with Adaptive Cruise Control, new blind corner monitor) not available on any other SUV. Read More

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