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Agent001 submitted on 10/11/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 5:15:38 PM
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Even though a lot of experts were saying the Paris Motor Show would be a disappointment this year, I found it to be a pretty darn good show with some really cool models being shown. Lamborghini's Estoque was the show stealer but all in all there were a lot of nice products scattered around the show.But this article is focused on picking the most disappointing rides in Paris...2008 Paris Motor Show Photo GalleryEven though we were guests of BMW and this won't be politically correct, my vote goes to the the BMW X1.I've never been a fan of the design of the X3 so more of the same on the X1 just wasn't doing it for me.My problem is that it does not look masculine like the X5 and have a very menacing stance.I looks too friendly and happy, more Subaru-like than ultimate driving machine.That said, the X3 sells well in Europe so I guess if it's not broke, don't fix it.But that doesn't give me comfort and won't make me like it any more.Tell us what your choice is for the 'Most disappointing' vehicle at the show.Enjoy!2009 BMW 3-Series, Diesel, X5 Diesel Photos2008 Paris Auto Show2009 BMW 7-Series*BMW provided AutoSpies.com with transportation, food and lodging for the purposes of this exclusive review.
FWD Torque Steer. Absolute proof the Devil exists. — Agent001 (View Profile)
FWD Torque Steer. Absolute proof the Devil exists.
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lambo evoque— 1995e34 (View Profile)
lambo evoque
— 1995e34 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/11/2008 5:46:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -5
You mean Estoque001— Agent001 (View Profile)
You mean Estoque001
Posted on 10/11/2008 6:12:51 PM | | Votes: 2
yeah, that one too.i know many here liked it, i just thought it needed a slightly more grown-up design. but i guess anyone who would buy it isn't very grown up in the first place, so maybe i missed the point.i guess i'm autospies official "turd in the punch bowl"— 1995e34 (View Profile)
yeah, that one too.i know many here liked it, i just thought it needed a slightly more grown-up design. but i guess anyone who would buy it isn't very grown up in the first place, so maybe i missed the point.i guess i'm autospies official "turd in the punch bowl"
Posted on 10/11/2008 7:00:37 PM | | Votes: 4
X1 - I admit it's just me, but I don't get the point of a small SUV. Not (that much if at all) more space with a higher center of gravity. Might as well get a sedan/wagon. If I were to buy an SUV, it would be because I need more room.— Dustbuster (View Profile)
X1 - I admit it's just me, but I don't get the point of a small SUV. Not (that much if at all) more space with a higher center of gravity. Might as well get a sedan/wagon. If I were to buy an SUV, it would be because I need more room.
— Dustbuster (View Profile)
Posted on 10/11/2008 6:19:43 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
There wasn't much that I had high hopes for that let me down.The X1 will look good in black and silver. I do think that new Mini is horrendous though.— adamsaf723 (View Profile)
There wasn't much that I had high hopes for that let me down.The X1 will look good in black and silver. I do think that new Mini is horrendous though.
— adamsaf723 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/11/2008 6:44:22 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
The ugly one up there.— 528i (View Profile)
The ugly one up there.
— 528i (View Profile)
Posted on 10/11/2008 6:46:56 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4
i think the X1 will be attractive in black/dark blue, etc... pretty much any color but what they debuted it in.The estoque doesnt do it for me, if lexus had made that we would all think its horrendous, but because it has a raging bull on it, its gorgeous. give me a rapide any day over that.— JCH335i (View Profile)
i think the X1 will be attractive in black/dark blue, etc... pretty much any color but what they debuted it in.The estoque doesnt do it for me, if lexus had made that we would all think its horrendous, but because it has a raging bull on it, its gorgeous. give me a rapide any day over that.
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Posted on 10/11/2008 6:49:29 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
the x1 will look horrible in any colour from the front.the lambo was disappointing after all those teasers.— synx (View Profile)
the x1 will look horrible in any colour from the front.the lambo was disappointing after all those teasers.
— synx (View Profile)
Posted on 10/13/2008 3:58:01 AM | | Votes: 1
Agreed, it doesn't have that cool aggressive, masculine look that the X5 has. It's a huge bummer. but they are probably targeting it more towards rich little daddy's girls who's parents want something fuel efficient and safe, parents seem to associate SUV with safe for some reason. — LUXCAR32 (View Profile)
Agreed, it doesn't have that cool aggressive, masculine look that the X5 has. It's a huge bummer. but they are probably targeting it more towards rich little daddy's girls who's parents want something fuel efficient and safe, parents seem to associate SUV with safe for some reason.
— LUXCAR32 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 12:21:35 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
I still can't believe BMW showed that car in piss yellow. I don't think it looks much like the X3 at all, aside from the kidney grille, and it is an attractive, production-ready design. A bit feminine, yes, but that's where the market is right now. You think the XC60, EX35, LR2 and Q5 are very masculine and aggressive-looking cars? The only one that looks rugged is the GLK but it's not well-done at all.— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
I still can't believe BMW showed that car in piss yellow. I don't think it looks much like the X3 at all, aside from the kidney grille, and it is an attractive, production-ready design. A bit feminine, yes, but that's where the market is right now. You think the XC60, EX35, LR2 and Q5 are very masculine and aggressive-looking cars? The only one that looks rugged is the GLK but it's not well-done at all.
— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 1:06:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
Now BMW is aping Nissan, aprt from the front grille, the slope of the headlight looks either Nissan or volvo— mpls (View Profile)
Now BMW is aping Nissan, aprt from the front grille, the slope of the headlight looks either Nissan or volvo
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Posted on 10/12/2008 4:46:00 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1
X1 and Estoque.X1 is pointless, but then many others are, but it should have atleast looked good. it's very ugly especially rear.Estoque, as it's a lambo, much higher hopes, but the result what looked like an over done and confusing design, too many lines...etc. Much simpler and beautiful rapide for me.JUGNU— JUGNU (View Profile)
X1 and Estoque.X1 is pointless, but then many others are, but it should have atleast looked good. it's very ugly especially rear.Estoque, as it's a lambo, much higher hopes, but the result what looked like an over done and confusing design, too many lines...etc. Much simpler and beautiful rapide for me.JUGNU
— JUGNU (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 6:05:58 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3
I actually think the design is flowing and consistent. It could be a real success if it hits a lower price point and gets good gas mileage like many BMWs already have. It seems to provide a lot of storage area in the back. I don't think they were looking to aim this at the sports driver, and more at the family driver.Also, who's that pretty girl ?— g2ok (View Profile)
I actually think the design is flowing and consistent. It could be a real success if it hits a lower price point and gets good gas mileage like many BMWs already have. It seems to provide a lot of storage area in the back. I don't think they were looking to aim this at the sports driver, and more at the family driver.Also, who's that pretty girl ?
— g2ok (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 8:14:39 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
Okay I showed the pics of the X1 on the computer to my wife and she really liked it -- wants one for the next car. She liked the color also. She didn't like the one that has the tapered back end (x6 ?) since it limits storage (of what?). I think BMW has scored big here.So the worst car of the show would be that convertible Lexus coupe. I don't have a problem with the design, but it seems just like a high end Solara. I know it will be a high quality car, but it's already available. The Solara is a real nice car and a lot of attractive women drive it around town, so I have no real problems - just sayin'.— g2ok (View Profile)
Okay I showed the pics of the X1 on the computer to my wife and she really liked it -- wants one for the next car. She liked the color also. She didn't like the one that has the tapered back end (x6 ?) since it limits storage (of what?). I think BMW has scored big here.So the worst car of the show would be that convertible Lexus coupe. I don't have a problem with the design, but it seems just like a high end Solara. I know it will be a high quality car, but it's already available. The Solara is a real nice car and a lot of attractive women drive it around town, so I have no real problems - just sayin'.
Posted on 10/12/2008 8:29:46 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
That X1 not only wins in the ugly department, it also wins in the ugliest color department.— sector (View Profile)
That X1 not only wins in the ugly department, it also wins in the ugliest color department.
— sector (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 10:03:58 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3
No, that award goes to the Lexus IS250 conv... Somebody should have buried that aborted Volvo C70 aka Lexus IS250 conv.— QuantumMatrix (View Profile)
No, that award goes to the Lexus IS250 conv... Somebody should have buried that aborted Volvo C70 aka Lexus IS250 conv.
— QuantumMatrix (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 5:52:31 PM | | Votes: 1
001;Sorry to hear that the X1 threatens your masculinity..— AgentOrange (View Profile)
001;Sorry to hear that the X1 threatens your masculinity..
— AgentOrange (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 10:29:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
so what you're saying is that mini drivers are gay as well? i forgot, you're just stupid.— 1dott8 (View Profile)
so what you're saying is that mini drivers are gay as well? i forgot, you're just stupid.
— 1dott8 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/12/2008 3:27:12 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5
amazin - the word is plebeian not "plebian". how did you manage to bypass elementary school where they taught you how to use a dictionary and make it to wharton? oh i get it, all the intellectually challanged people (such as yourself) make money while the smart people are poor. NO! — 1dott8 (View Profile)
amazin - the word is plebeian not "plebian". how did you manage to bypass elementary school where they taught you how to use a dictionary and make it to wharton? oh i get it, all the intellectually challanged people (such as yourself) make money while the smart people are poor. NO!
Posted on 10/13/2008 9:15:08 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
X1 looks like a rebadged Hyundai design from a couple years back.— dodgedart (View Profile)
X1 looks like a rebadged Hyundai design from a couple years back.
— dodgedart (View Profile)
Posted on 10/13/2008 12:56:47 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
the one thing about these new bmws that makes me disappointed... they dont make me desire them. i dont want to own one of these even though i am a bmw fan.bmw needs more sports cars, especially ones with a hybrid option.— synx (View Profile)
the one thing about these new bmws that makes me disappointed... they dont make me desire them. i dont want to own one of these even though i am a bmw fan.bmw needs more sports cars, especially ones with a hybrid option.
Posted on 10/13/2008 4:02:25 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1
In order of disappointment: Toyota IQ, Nissan NUVU and the redesigned exterior of the FX. Interior is wonderful. Obviously, the Mini showed the way for small car design, and Alfa's mini is nice. Small cars don't need to be bugged eyed and dumpy. — inspirion7 (View Profile)
In order of disappointment: Toyota IQ, Nissan NUVU and the redesigned exterior of the FX. Interior is wonderful. Obviously, the Mini showed the way for small car design, and Alfa's mini is nice. Small cars don't need to be bugged eyed and dumpy.
— inspirion7 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/13/2008 5:36:43 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
they shouldnt even put a bmw sign there -_-— Germancar_fan01 (View Profile)
they shouldnt even put a bmw sign there -_-
— Germancar_fan01 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/13/2008 11:43:17 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
Every new model of VW....— hao420 (View Profile)
Every new model of VW....
— hao420 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/13/2008 5:05:10 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2
hao420 what is it you don't like about the new Golf or the Passat CC?— inspirion7 (View Profile)
hao420 what is it you don't like about the new Golf or the Passat CC?
Posted on 10/14/2008 1:07:47 PM | | Votes: 1
The X3 looks disappointing...the looks are self-explanatory. The color is dreadful...BMW to me defines class, luxury and performance. Just by looking at this X3 is just looking at a KIA.— Type707 (View Profile)
The X3 looks disappointing...the looks are self-explanatory. The color is dreadful...BMW to me defines class, luxury and performance. Just by looking at this X3 is just looking at a KIA.
— Type707 (View Profile)
Posted on 10/14/2008 1:29:59 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
Even though we were guests of BMW and this won't be politically correct, my vote goes to the the BMW X1.*BMW provided AutoSpies.com with transportation, food and lodging for the purposes of this exclusive review. They do all of this for you and this is how you thank them?Quite funny actually!— Wazz (View Profile)
Even though we were guests of BMW and this won't be politically correct, my vote goes to the the BMW X1.*BMW provided AutoSpies.com with transportation, food and lodging for the purposes of this exclusive review. They do all of this for you and this is how you thank them?Quite funny actually!
— Wazz (View Profile)
Posted on 10/15/2008 2:17:54 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0
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