Confess! Who here drives an SUV?

:) Smiley · August 11, 2003, 23:58

And what is your justification for it? Ego is OK as long as you explain.

Dis · August 11, 2003, 23:59

ugly

but I do drive a pickup truck

P.S. It is a 4 X 4, but I actually do take it off-road out of the city.

Al B. Sure! · August 12, 2003, 00:14

nothing's wrong with SUVs if you got a reason to drive them... they are very strong vehicles... now suburban soccer moms who drive them is just plain a waste of the SUVs potential... if these cars could talk, they'd be crying all the time

i do wonder about why so many people here in philly drive around in range rovers and hummers though...

Al B. Sure! · August 12, 2003, 00:18

and in the past two years, ATVs have become real popular for boys around my age... none of them have yet to explain why they own such vehicles when they live in the city... they spend all their time driving around, racing, and doing stunts on residential streets, often at night.

Asher · August 12, 2003, 00:18

I drive a 2003 Highlander Limited in the winter (parents' car, of course).

We got it because we like the ground clearance because of the snow, the four-wheel drive and vehicle skid control and anti-lock brakes for ice/snow driving, and it's a very reliable vehicle.

Verto · August 12, 2003, 00:19

I myself drive a Ford Escape, while members of my family own a Ford Expedition and Explorer. We actually use them to carry cargo, besides the 4 or 5 passengers, as well as towing.

People who drive around in Excursions for the "social status" are ignorant and wasteful. This is coming from a right wing nut conservative, too!

alva · August 12, 2003, 00:19

You guys urgently need the same gas prices as in europe..
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I ride a bike

Dis · August 12, 2003, 00:27

you should see how many excursions and hummers we have in my city

:) Smiley · August 12, 2003, 00:27

Are SUVs uniquely North American? They don't seem to be that common elsewhere, and when they do appear they are off-roading.

Don't panic, the Susie Q is not yet street legal.

alva · August 12, 2003, 00:29

Quote:

Are SUVs uniquely North American?

They pretty much are. Like I said, it's a gas..gas..gassss

Alexander's Horse · August 12, 2003, 00:30

I got 2 SUV

alva · August 12, 2003, 00:34

Yeah, but what size...I mean, my nephew has 4

Al B. Sure! · August 12, 2003, 00:39

well, AH... thats understandable... you need them to drive around to the other side of your mansion...

monolith94 · August 12, 2003, 00:48

I drive a bike. 21 speeds!

The Mad Monk · August 12, 2003, 01:21

Confess? You make it sound like a bad thing.

Dis · August 12, 2003, 01:24

SUV's support terrorism

CorpusScorpius · August 12, 2003, 01:47

I thought these products supported Terrorism

Petroleum Uses/Products

(Selected)

Propane, gasoline,
jet fuel, heating oil,
motor oil, kerosene,
road tar, ink,
stretch pants,
transparent tape,
purses, carpet sweepers,
shoes, electrical tape,
mascara, bubble gum, tires,
drinking cups,
guitar strings, ice chests,
insect repellant,
toilet seats, heart valves,
telephones, antiseptics,
planters, shower doors,
model cars, sweaters,
floor polish,
dishwashing liquid, housepaint,
ammonia,
life jackets, ice buckets,
denture adhesives, crayons,
brassieres, vacuum bottles,
deodorants, soap dishes,
tobacco products,
folding doors, sneakers,
sports car bodies,
electric blankets,
hair dryers, eyeglasses,
television cabinets,
fertilizers, frisbees,
parachutes, asphalt,
ping-pong paddles,
air conditioners,
slip covers,
refrigerator linings,
floor wax, dolls,
tennis balls, tennis rackets,
roller-skate wheels,
digital clocks,
car batteries, hair coloring, loudspeakers...

1/4 of petroleum resources are used in nonfuel substances.

US consumes 30% of total, more than 1,100 gallons/person/year.

From: Kaufman, D.G., and Franz, C.M. (1996). Biosphere 2000: Protecting our global environment. (2nd Edition). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company.small

Koyaanisqatsi · August 12, 2003, 01:49

I do (well, technically they call it something else, but it's an SUV). I do it because I use the cargo space, and because it's uncomfortable for me to ride/drive in smaller vehicles.

Alexander's Horse · August 12, 2003, 03:11

Quote:

Originally posted by alva
Yeah, but what size...I mean, my nephew has 4

We got a Mitsubishi Pajero 4wd and Mazda MPV people mover.

According to law here to carry 6 people you need an suv or van.

The Mad Monk · August 12, 2003, 03:38

Well, that's what you get for being the Australian Brady Bunch.

Saras · August 12, 2003, 03:38

After smashing my current car I considered a BMW X5, but then decided not to buy it - not a single insurance company would agree to sell theft insurance for this car. They are stolen on average 5 weeks from purchase. Russia has a lot of dirt roads, you see.

DRoseDARs · August 12, 2003, 04:43

'92 Ford Explorer, 17mpg

My first was a '91, again 17mpg

Once I'm comfortably living on my own with a big enough living wage, I absolutely plan to buy at least a hybrid, though pure electrics or hydrogen drives are prefered. I guesstimate 'bout 10 years away from making that purchase...

Justification: Mountain-esque town; we do get snow and ice on the roads; higher road clearance and visibility; 4-wheel drive. Additionally, many people around here have even larger vehicles, so the risk of me achieving, very bloodily, "oneness" with my auto are somewhat lessened in a SUV than in a deathbox car.

Az · August 12, 2003, 04:50

AFAIK they cost a lot. Why not buy a sports car instead?

DRoseDARs · August 12, 2003, 05:01

Quote:

Originally posted by Azazel
AFAIK they cost a lot. Why not buy a sports car instead?

And get 3mpg? No thank you.

Seriously, prices will likely drop further for such vehicles that are already on the market. 10 years from now if I'm working in the architectural field or thereabouts I'll be making pretty decent money, so I'm not too worried about cost. I just know I'm not likely willing to spending much over $30,000 for one unless I have enough savings to justify the expense.

Az · August 12, 2003, 05:48

Quote:

And get 3mpg? No thank you.

says the man in the SUV.

There are so many cars that are more fun, more comfy, safer, etc, why would ANYONE drive an SUV is beyond me.

The Mad Monk · August 12, 2003, 05:57

Room.

Roomy room.

Lots of roomy room.

RRRRROOOOOOM!!!

Az · August 12, 2003, 07:22

there is plenty of room in other cars as well. Of course, not enough to hold a reception...

The Mad Monk · August 12, 2003, 07:24

Then what good are they?

DanielXY · August 12, 2003, 07:27

Because of the I-have-a-bigger-car-than-you-symdrome. Of course that leaves the question why not everyone drives a bus or a truck

Az · August 12, 2003, 07:32

I honestly wouldn't care how LARGE is my car, as long as I could comfortably seat there, and it was a great ride.