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07-12-2008, 12:07 PM | #1 | |
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Lexus cancels next-gen SC, Toyota cancels next Avalon
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07-12-2008, 12:35 PM | #2 |
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wow thats umm big.
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07-12-2008, 01:01 PM | #3 |
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Can't wait to see kids trekking to the prom in a Camry limo!
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07-12-2008, 04:00 PM | #4 |
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They still make those?
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07-12-2008, 04:38 PM | #5 | |
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So the Avalon which is based on the (old) Camry may be replaced with a "long wheelbase" version of the new Camry... how is this news? |
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07-12-2008, 05:32 PM | #6 |
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What are they going to call it, Camry XL?
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07-12-2008, 07:15 PM | #7 |
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like mercedes...... lol |
07-13-2008, 10:11 AM | #8 |
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The problem with the SC430 is that the car simply wasn't competitive with other offerings in the luxury convertible segment for the past several years, especialy not for the price. The car desperately needed an update, not to get axed. Sucks to see it go though.
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07-13-2008, 11:37 AM | #9 |
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The SC was one of the most hideous cars on the road. Glad to see it go... and I think Lexus might just be making more room in it's lineup for that eventual supercar that should be coming out in the next couple of years.
No surprise with the Avalon news... a long wheelbase Camry makes perfect sense. I would be willing to bet that unlike most automakers, Toyota will make this long wheelbase Camry have unique sheetmetal and a unique interior... so basically it would still be a unique model, just cheaper to build since it would share most mechanical components with the next-gen Camry. |
07-13-2008, 12:43 PM | #10 |
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Dear Toyota,
Bring the Crown Majesta to the States to replace the Avalon instead of a hideously long Camry. Thank you, Tragedy. |
07-13-2008, 01:08 PM | #11 |
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great move for toyota. now bring back the SUPRA TWIN TURBO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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07-13-2008, 01:45 PM | #12 |
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The SC430 wasn't sporty in any way, obviously, they can't compete with the 911 and 6 series
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07-14-2008, 08:31 AM | #13 |
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Hmmm, does this mean my '92 SC400 will become more valuable? Kidding obviously...
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07-14-2008, 08:42 AM | #14 |
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Tryin to compete with a niche market... Attempting to bust into Mercedes territory with a Toyota isn't the best tactic.
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07-14-2008, 10:26 AM | #15 |
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People forget the SC sold awesome in the beginning, my local dealer had a 6 month wait. But no significant changes lead to slow sales.
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07-14-2008, 06:25 PM | #16 |
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07-14-2008, 07:09 PM | #17 | |
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The V6 camry probably cannibalizes sales of the Avalon considering the price difference and the fact that there isn't a ton more luxury in the Avalon compared to the V6 camry. The Avalon was also saddled w/ a 5AT the first year the Camry had the 6AT. I've had the 5AT, 2GR Avalon as a pool car, and I must say, it really did impress me for a massive FWD boat. Tons of power, returned 29mpg in interstate driving (not taking it easy, either), and it was very, very comfortable. Compared to the Buicks that I've driven as rentals, there is no reason to even consider those devil cars. I'm wondering how they'll handle this long wheelbase Camry as far as styling and options. 4cyl available? Hybrid? Different sheetmetal? ~~Quentin |
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07-15-2008, 12:08 AM | #18 |
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LF-A is coming. I can't wait. I also can't wait for the 400 HP Supra hybrid.
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07-16-2008, 02:40 PM | #19 |
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07-16-2008, 02:42 PM | #20 |
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the SC430... hideous since day one. glad to see it going away.
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