Re: [MLUG - DISCUSSION] computer and car prices (was Re: [MLUG])

[Jonathan King <EMAIL:PROTECTED>]

On Tue, 5 Mar 2002, Kmicic wrote:

> Brent Deterding wrote:
> >
> > Actually if you look at the evolution of SUVs you'll see a lower
> > clearance and wider doors. WHY people didn't just get the
> > minivan in the first place is beyond me.

Well, minivans were *never* cool, and, it must be said, the two vehicle
types really came on the market at about the same time (remember the old
Bronco II?)  SUVs didn't go "family style" until the Explorer, but that's
another issue.

[snip]

> which brings the subject - why are american autos so damn impractical?
>
> truck - no way to access bed from the cab.

And that's a bad thing?  Isnt' that kinda the point? You can pile it as
high as you like?

> car - 2 extra seats that never get used (families buy vans, right?)

Not our family. :-)

> sports car - no trunk space

Again, what's the problem with this?

I do sorta get your point, but the most practical car of all time is
something like a 4-door hatchback, and those are just sooo unhip.

jking

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