Is "Buy American" a factor in your purchase decision? - Page 4

FenwickHockey65 · 01-24-2009, 01:35 PM

I won't spit on your import, but don't try to justify your purchase by saying that it was built in America, so it's an American car. I'll just laugh in your face and drive off in my real American car.

69 Hugger · 01-24-2009, 02:08 PM

Yes, I've owned nothing but GM, I'd buy a Ford before I went foreign. Strike that I would never buy a foreign car, not that they don't look or run good enough it's just trying to keep my money in the US or much as I can.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-24-2009, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by DeathChill

The spitting part is really the only problem with the attitude.

Ah.

ChevyNut · 01-24-2009, 03:44 PM

yes

wjones14 · 01-24-2009, 06:32 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffny09

if the camaro was made by nissan sorry im buying a nissan

You don't have to worry about that. Japan has never really understood how to make a proper muscle or pony car.

*DGthe3* · 01-25-2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by 69 Hugger

Yes, I've owned nothing but GM, I'd buy a Ford before I went foreign. Strike that I would never buy a foreign car, not that they don't look or run good enough it's just trying to keep my money in the US or much as I can.

+1
I'd rather push a Chevy than drive a Ford (although that situation never really comes up). But I'd still drive the Ford before I'd take the wheel of a foreign car.

kdbolt70 · 01-25-2009, 12:24 PM

My dad has worked at GM for 35 years. Aside from him disowning me, I feel no motivation to shop foreign cars. I honestly think GM has a vehicle in just about every category that beats the competition. Aside from Aston Martin (as mentioned above), I have no desire to own an import.

Now, how do I feel about imports. I generally respect them when they have something to respect. However, I cannot stand it when toyota and nissan fans say things like "American cars just suck. They always will and always have. GM's engines are awful". Aside from snickering to myself, I can't even engage these people in a civil discussion.

A couple weeks ago a friend of mine slid off the highway in his toyota Camry, and got blasted by an escalade. He was ok, and got a check for something like $10k towards a new car. A couple days later he called me all excited about getting a used Scion TC. I wanted to remain happy for him, but I couldn't help grind my teeth. He was telling me how fast it is, and how its a manual, and I kind of wanted to slap him. Perhaps it is a childish attitude, but he knows my father works for GM and I buy nothing but American. I'm glad he is happy with is purchase, but I am thoroughly looking forward to getting next to him at a stoplight in the 'maro.

*KILLER74Z28* · 01-25-2009, 12:40 PM

Is "Buy American" a factor in your purchase decision?

I try to “Buy American” when ever possible regardless of what I am purchasing…

*The_Blur* · 01-25-2009, 02:25 PM

I buy American when possible. There's nothing particularly wrong with imports. I've driven them. I just don't feel that I should encourage foreign investment when superior products are produced domestically.

People who claim that domestic cars "suck" really irk me. How do they suck? They drive as far, as fast, and as long.

It always makes more sense to support your country when you have a choice of similar styles at the same price when it comes to anything. For most people who buy cars, they like aspects of a lot of cars. They only get attached after the purchase. When some components really draw people, it makes sense to commit to a brand or product, but most people would be just as happy in a Toyota as they would be in a Dodge. It amazes me that people close themselves off to the options that serve their countrymen the best. I have nothing against the Japanese, but I don't buy their cars or anyone else's because I'd rather keep Americans employed.

I guess most people don't really think about the implications of their decisions.

TheCaptain · 01-25-2009, 02:33 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Blur

I buy American when possible. ...

I guess most people don't really think about the implications of their decisions.

I don't think i've EVER heard anything true'er!

ArcAngel · 01-25-2009, 02:35 PM

hey blur well said my friend!!!

diddiyo · 01-25-2009, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by SSNIGHTMARE

AND YES I WILL CONTINUE TO TYPE IN CAPS WHEN UN-AMERICAN COMMENTS ARE MADE

ALRIGHT AND I WILL JUST CONTINUE TO BUY WHATEVER I LIKE

GatorBlue371 · 01-25-2009, 05:50 PM

I really dont care. I'll buy the best car FOR ME.

If an American Car company has built the best car than you can bet thats the one ill be buying

DeathChill · 01-25-2009, 06:22 PM

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Originally Posted by GatorBlue371

I really dont care. I'll buy the best car FOR ME.

If an American Car company has built the best car than you can bet thats the one ill be buying

This really is the appropriate attitude; blind loyalty encourages quality to slip because they have no reason to compete.

The best car for me is the car I'll buy!

01-24-2009, 01:35 PM	#43
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01-24-2009, 03:44 PM	#46
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01-25-2009, 12:24 PM	#49
kdbolt70 Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Haslett, Mi Posts: 1,287 View My Garage	My dad has worked at GM for 35 years. Aside from him disowning me, I feel no motivation to shop foreign cars. I honestly think GM has a vehicle in just about every category that beats the competition. Aside from Aston Martin (as mentioned above), I have no desire to own an import. Now, how do I feel about imports. I generally respect them when they have something to respect. However, I cannot stand it when toyota and nissan fans say things like "American cars just suck. They always will and always have. GM's engines are awful". Aside from snickering to myself, I can't even engage these people in a civil discussion. A couple weeks ago a friend of mine slid off the highway in his toyota Camry, and got blasted by an escalade. He was ok, and got a check for something like $10k towards a new car. A couple days later he called me all excited about getting a used Scion TC. I wanted to remain happy for him, but I couldn't help grind my teeth. He was telling me how fast it is, and how its a manual, and I kind of wanted to slap him. Perhaps it is a childish attitude, but he knows my father works for GM and I buy nothing but American. I'm glad he is happy with is purchase, but I am thoroughly looking forward to getting next to him at a stoplight in the 'maro. __________________ 2SS/RS Victory Red M6 w/ Black Rallys #3305 Muffler Delete, Lloyd "SS" Floormats, K&N Aircharger, Skip Shift Eliminator, Blacked Bowties

01-25-2009, 12:40 PM	#50
KILLER74Z28 MOD SQUAD Drives: 2G1FT1EW9A9100666 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: West Michigan Posts: 5,782 View My Garage	Is "Buy American" a factor in your purchase decision? I try to “Buy American” when ever possible regardless of what I am purchasing… __________________ Who cares about the Blue Oval crowd and their little Ponys? We're getting our Camaro back-and it'll be Supercharged!-MDAII Team LS3

01-25-2009, 02:25 PM	#51
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,769	I buy American when possible. There's nothing particularly wrong with imports. I've driven them. I just don't feel that I should encourage foreign investment when superior products are produced domestically. People who claim that domestic cars "suck" really irk me. How do they suck? They drive as far, as fast, and as long. It always makes more sense to support your country when you have a choice of similar styles at the same price when it comes to anything. For most people who buy cars, they like aspects of a lot of cars. They only get attached after the purchase. When some components really draw people, it makes sense to commit to a brand or product, but most people would be just as happy in a Toyota as they would be in a Dodge. It amazes me that people close themselves off to the options that serve their countrymen the best. I have nothing against the Japanese, but I don't buy their cars or anyone else's because I'd rather keep Americans employed. I guess most people don't really think about the implications of their decisions. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

01-24-2009, 02:08 PM	#44
69 Hugger Drives: 69 Convertible Camaro Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Sumit Point, WV Posts: 943 View My Garage	Yes, I've owned nothing but GM, I'd buy a Ford before I went foreign. Strike that I would never buy a foreign car, not that they don't look or run good enough it's just trying to keep my money in the US or much as I can.

01-25-2009, 02:35 PM	#53
ArcAngel Drives: 07 Black Cobalt SS/SC Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Manalapan-NJ Posts: 2,872	hey blur well said my friend!!! __________________ Through HIM you believe in GOD, who raised HIM from the dead and Glorified him..

01-25-2009, 05:50 PM	#55
GatorBlue371 Drives: vrooooom vrooooom Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,375	I really dont care. I'll buy the best car FOR ME. If an American Car company has built the best car than you can bet thats the one ill be buying __________________ "With a light touch on the brakes, run the revs up a bit. Slip off the brake and bury the throttle. There's a light chirp as tires scratch for bite. Then comes a sub-5.0-second sled ride to 60 mph. A tick over 13.0 sec. and you're through the quarter-mile. It's a rush, of course, but not overly dramatic. Try the same thing with this pair's predecessors of 1970 or so and you'll find yourself in a bit of a wrestling match. Ain't progress wonderful? Maybe yes, and maybe sometimes it's fun to wrestle."