1st Annual CarSPIN Car Awards

[SVT666]

It's already on the road.

But it's still a 2008 model

The Koenigsegg CCX is sports, not GT, IMO.

It has a roof, therefore it's a GT

I think the GT category is irrelevant anyway.? We already have Sports Coupe, which is the same thing.

GT class includes supercars and exotics

[Raza]

I believe all Koenigseggs have a removeable roof panel.  I don't know if that design carried over to the CCX.

[Raza]

What's wrong with the DB9? Sure it may not have the porportions of past cars but there's not many cars currently for sale that look as good as it does.

If the best looking car made today not only looks nigh identical to two other cars, shares a very similar silhouette to another car, and doesn't look as good as the car it replaces, it's a very sad time for aesthetics in the market. 

[the Teuton]

If the best looking car made today not only looks nigh identical to two other cars, shares a very similar silhouette to another car, and doesn't look as good as the car it replaces, it's a very sad time for aesthetics in the market. 

You have to ask yourself, what ever happened to DB8?

[Raza]

You have to ask yourself, what ever happened to DB8?

The DB9 ate it.  Can't you tell?

[the Teuton]

The DB9 ate it.  Can't you tell?

I thought nine ate seven...  :P

[Danish]

I thought nine ate seven...  :P

*groan*

[nickdrinkwater]

But it's still a 2008 model
It has a roof, therefore it's a GT
GT class includes supercars and exotics

So what's the criteria for this award?  Just because a car has come out recently doesn't mean it can't be included.

Roof or no roof, if the CCX is not a sports car, then nothing is!  A GT is something designed for long distance drives in luxury and comfort.  Not straight out motorsport.

[ChrisV]

So what's the criteria for this award?  Just because a car has come out recently doesn't mean it can't be included.

Roof or no roof, if the CCX is not a sports car, then nothing is!  A GT is something designed for long distance drives in luxury and comfort.  Not straight out motorsport.

Tell that to Ferrari and the 250 GTO.

[etypeJohn]

Tell that to Ferrari and the 250 GTO.

Chris:? Are you are referencing the fact that Ferreri appended GTO to the 250 name?? If so that doesn't carry much weight.? I don't think anyone would date call a Ford Torino GT either a true GT or a sports car.? A Pontiac GTO from the 60's fit neither category for that matter.? The same is true of any number of cars that had GT appended to their model designation.?

The Ferrari was only so designated becuse it was purpose built to compete in the GT class and had to be homologated, that is 100 cars built to conform to then current FIA rules.? so GTO stands for? "Gran Turismo Omologata", Italian for "Grand Touring Homologated."? That doesn't mean it is a grand touring in the street sense of the word.? On the street GT means swift, comfortable, opulent, quiet; quite simply a GRAND touring car.

The Ferrari Daytona is much more of a GT in the non-FIA sense of the term "GT".

[SVT666]

Between people saying there are too many categories and the people who can't agree on friggin' definitions (like who really gives a rat's ass), I have grouped some together and we are down to 20 categories.  Check out the first post in the thread for the update.

[Vinsanity]

5. Entry Luxury BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Cadillac CTS, Acura TSX, Acura TL Infiniti G35, Audi A4
6. Luxury BMW 5 Series, Mercedes E-Class, Cadillac STS Infiniti M45
7. Ultra Luxury BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8 Lexus LS460
18. Sexiest Exterior Design Ferrari F430, Aston Martin DB9, Pontiac Solstice, Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Saturn Sky, Ford GT, Audi A5
19. 2007 Best Car BMW 335i, Chevrolet Corvette, Porsche 911 GT3, Audi A5

the new G35 is a 2007 model (we can retire the C-class and CTS until next year)
the Audi A5 is a 2008 model
I would also like to point out that the RDX is more of a compact and the MDX is more of a midsize, but I don't want to start splitting hairs for the categories

[SVT666]

the new G35 is a 2007 model (we can retire the CTS until next year)
the Audi A5 is a 2008 model
I would also like to point out that the RDX is more of a compact and the MDX is more of a midsize, but I don't want to start splitting hairs for the categories

You are correct my friend.  Change is made.

[SVT666]

LS600h is a 2008 model so it's out as well.

[Vinsanity]

meh...I'd be more likely to vote for the 460 than the 600h anyways

[JYODER240]

If the best looking car made today not only looks nigh identical to two other cars, shares a very similar silhouette to another car, and doesn't look as good as the car it replaces, it's a very sad time for aesthetics in the market.?

I never said it's the best looking car on the market today I said there's not many cars for sale that look better. If you consider this ugly, then you're in need of help.

[SVT666]

I'm giggling like a little school girl.  I must have this car.

[nickdrinkwater]

This model year thing is a stupid rule.  If you can go and buy the car new, it should be included in the awards.  Who gives a fuck what model year it is.

[omicron]

Hmph. I want to vote for Commodores and Falcons and new Foci and Renaultsports and Territories and JDM Honda Odysseys and R32 Golfs and Accords that aren't shit.

[the Teuton]

Hmph. I want to vote for Commodores and Falcons and new Foci and Renaultsports and Territories and JDM Honda Odysseys and R32 Golfs and Accords that aren't shit.

It's called the TSX here.  Quit bitching.

[omicron]

It's called the TSX here. Quit bitching.

I'm sorry.

[SVT666]

This model year thing is a stupid rule.? If you can go and buy the car new, it should be included in the awards.? Who gives a fuck what model year it is.

I guess every magazine and publication that gives out awards is stupid then.  Next year we'll do one for 2008 models and I want to do it in January next year instead of the summer.

[SVT666]

Since there has been no additions made to the nominations for three days, I will begin the polls on Wednesday.  If you have any changes before then, please submit them.

[Raza]

Shit, shit.  Wait for me! 

I was really busy this weekend, but I'll try and throw some suggestions in today.

[etypeJohn]

NEWLY UPDATED:

1. Sub-Compact Honda Fit, Toyota Yaris, Smart, Nissan Versa, Mini Cooper
2. Compact Honda Civic, Mazda3, Hyundai Elantra, VW Rabbit, Subaru Impreza
3. Mid-size Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, Mazda6, Subaru Legacy, VW Passat
4. Full size Chrysler 300, Hyundai Azera, Toyota Avalon, Dodge Charger
5. Entry Luxury BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C-Class, Cadillac CTS, Acura TSX, Acura TL, Infinity G35, Audi A4
6. Luxury BMW 5 Series, Mercedes E-Class, Cadillac STS, Infinity M45
7. Ultra Luxury BMW 7 Series, Mercedes S-Class, Audi A8, Lexus LS460
8. Station Wagon under $35K Dodge Magnum, Mazda6, Audi A3, Subaru Legacy Limited, Subaru WRX
9. Station Wagon over $35K Mercedes E350, BMW 5 Series, Audi A4, Dodge Magnum SRT-8
10. Sports Coupe/Vert under $50K Chevrolet Corvette, Infinity G35, BMW 335i, Lotus Elise, Ford Mustang GT500, Honda S2000, Audi A5, Saturn Sky, Ford Mustang, Nissan 350Z, Mazda MX-5, Mazda RX-8
11. Sports Coupe/Vert over $50K Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Porsche 911, Porsche Boxster, Lotus Exige, Porsche Cayman
12. Pickup Honda Ridgeline, Toyota Tacoma, Nissan Frontier, Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra, Toyota Tundra, Nissan Titan
13. Compact SUV/Crossover Suzuki SX4, Hyundai Tuscon, Honda Element, Honda CR-V, Acura RDX
14. Mid-Size SUV/Crossover Acura MDX, Hyundai Veracruz, Mercedes-Benz ML500
15. Full-Size SUV/Crossover Buick Enclave, Ford Expedition, Cadillac Escalade
16. Minivan Honda Odyssey, Nissan Quest, Hyundai Entourage
17. Sports/GT Car (All prices) Ferrari F430, Porsche Boxster, Lotus Exige, Ferrari F430, Aston Martin DB9, Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Pagani Zonda F, Ford GT, Koenigsegg CCX, BMW 6 Series
18. Sexiest Exterior Design Ferrari F430, Aston Martin DB9, Pontiac Solstice, Aston Martin V8 Vantage, Saturn Sky, Ford GT
19. 2007 Best Car BMW 335i, Chevrolet Corvette, Porsche 911
20. Best Hybrid Toyota Prius, Honda Civic, Ford Escape, Lexus RX400h

Well, you've left out evry Jaguar and I think you should include the Focus. 

[SVT666]

Well, you've left out evry Jaguar and I think you should include the Focus.?

The Focus?  It doesn't even compare to the Mazda3, Civic, or Rabbit.  It's not even close. but I'll put it in if you want me to.  As for Jaguar, the XK is the only one that is as good or better then it's competition.  I haven't left it out on purpose, but no one else has suggested it either.  Tell me what Jags you want and in what categories, and I'll throw them in.

[Raza]

Is it now open to cars not sold in the US or Canada?  Because last I checked, the Zonda F hasn't touched American soil in an official capacity. 

[SVT666]

Is it now open to cars not sold in the US or Canada?? Because last I checked, the Zonda F hasn't touched American soil in an official capacity.?

OK.  I didn't know that.  What about the CCX then?

[Raza]

OK.? I didn't know that.? What about the CCX then?

Also not available in the North American market.  We mostly only get the mainstream supercars. 

[etypeJohn]

The Focus?? It doesn't even compare to the Mazda3, Civic, or Rabbit.? It's not even close. but I'll put it in if you want me to.? As for Jaguar, the XK is the only one that is as good or better then it's competition.? I haven't left it out on purpose, but no one else has suggested it either.? Tell me what Jags you want and in what categories, and I'll throw them in.

XJ8 in 7
XK8 in 11
S-type in 6
Escape in 13

Edit:

F150/250 should be in pickups.