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Old 08-20-06, 06:46   #1 (permalink)
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coupe or sedan, what do you prefer?

what do you prefer a two OR four door vehicle and why?
 
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Old 08-20-06, 06:58   #2 (permalink)
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Hrm, good question. My current cars are both sedans; next will be a coupe. Generally I prefer the styling of coupes - but like the practicallity of a 4 door (which usually means a bigger trunk too). I guess the bottom line is for me it depends on the car.
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Old 08-20-06, 07:03   #3 (permalink)
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personally I like the new breed of 4 door coupe, ie MB CLS

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It probably depends if you have kids... I just graduated from HS, so no kids, and I definitely prefer a coupe. I've had a '93 Civic SI (totaled by a dump truck), and now a '94 eclipse- both coupes. I just like two doors more.
 
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personally I like the new breed of 4 door coupe, ie MB CLS

agreed (damn, that's hot ^ ), i've been eyeing the new 4door SI that will be coming out shortly!

 
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I really like the 2-door form factor but my current situation (2 kids on the way) pretty much dictates a 4-door is in the future. However, I too have noticed that several sedans are becoming more and more sporty in looks and performance. Heck, even Toyota/Lexus are following the trend (I have nothing against their cars - in fact I really like them...they just don't have a consistent history of building cars with aggressive lines).
 
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Old 08-20-06, 07:40   #8 (permalink)
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well....I like 2 door, but I think those days are over....since I have 4 kids
 
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I prefer a sedan for the practicality of it. In addition the very large doors on most coupes make you think twice about pulling into some parking spots.
 
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personally I like the new breed of 4 door coupe, ie MB CLS


Hottest sedan on the road, hands down.


I generally prefer the look of coupes, but since the new G35 Sedan was adopting many traits from the coupe, I opted for the sedan. Thus far, it's GREAT having the rear room.
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Sure, I'd prefer a hot performance coupe any day, but in reality, a sedan is more practical. And, nowadays, even my G35 sedan is losing its practicality, as I have a growing need for a SUV. I had a coupe as a teen and into my twenties and loved it, but things change and as much as I can love a coupe, there just isn't room for one in the stable.

My ideal setup would be a SUV for me (hauling, trips, etc) and a sports coupe for the wife, probably a 350Z. We are working towards this, but have other goals to pursue first.


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I have had them all and I like the 4 doors better. Back seat access is easy and you don't have to mess with the front seats to get back there.
 
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