Always back in a sports car?

Couch · 04-30-2008, 03:55 PM

Your friend is gay, and so is his so called rule.

I always back in at work, but just pull in anywhere else most of the time.

I prefer to back in though. It started with my truck. It was always easier to pull out of spots if I was backed in. And I can always get it right the first time.

ZJP · 04-30-2008, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstClass

It's not a "pure" sports car if the engine is in front of the driver, there, I said it.

So I guess the RX7, Supra, Corvette, etc. aren't "pure" sports cars? Please.....

There are so many variables that can be factored into the term "sports car" that it can mean several different things. Ideally, its usually a 2dr coupe with 2 seats and a rwd platform. So if it makes you happy, no, the 335i isn't a true "sports car".

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Originally Posted by asdflkijd

sports car = evo/sti/lotus

The Evo/Sti is definitely by no means a sports car in any category. It's more or less a sporty sedan, and this is coming from someone who owns an sti.

oct1285 · 04-30-2008, 05:14 PM

i usually back into a spot because i'm paranoid some shit is going to go down and i need to make a quick escape.

FirstClass · 04-30-2008, 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Tranzporter

So I guess the RX7, Supra, Corvette, etc. aren't "pure" sports cars? Please.....

Not pure sorts cars, no.

jwed335i · 04-30-2008, 10:59 PM

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Originally Posted by FirstClass

Not pure sorts cars, no.

I agree. Not sorts cars, but sports cars.

Year's_End · 04-30-2008, 11:23 PM

A 3er is not a straight up sports car in any way. It's a sports luxury sedan. Nothing more.

It needs to drop a good 400lbs and 2 seats.

Das M · 04-30-2008, 11:29 PM

but guys, do you back in or not? come on...lol

Year's_End · 04-30-2008, 11:33 PM

No way, that's retarded.^

lol

TurboFan · 05-01-2008, 12:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Krueger///M3

Most 'sports cars' like the Lotus Elise are easily beat out by so-called GTs like the 599 or the GTR, so sports car doesn't necessarily denote speed, does it?

As I understand it, the cars that originally defined the concept of sports cars didn't have much power at all. Think MG, Alfa, etc. Light, good handling (for the era), but power wasn't their thing. I think GT is a better description for your average bimmer, vette, etc. Porsche may be close with the boxster (under powered POS) to a sports car, but the 911 and the "S" class porsches seem to be more in line with BMW alternatives. Maybe it's time to re-define sports car.

nissan · 05-01-2008, 03:44 PM

I always back in just b/c it's a bit safer that way. When you're entering a spot, it's easier to see what's around you and can back in while being alert of your surroundings. If you're pulling out in reverse, you lose some of that ability to know what's going on around you even w/checking mirrors etc. Plus, I got into the habit of it after working 2 yrs at a company which required everyone to back into spots in their lot.

ElCapitan · 05-01-2008, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by TurboFan

I dont think BMW really makes a true sports car. Lots of sport sedans, in fact many would argue they originated the market. But a TRUE sports car? No way. When I think sports car I think light, nimble and fast, in that order. A 3'er is hardly light or nimble. There aren't many true sports cars around these days - most are too heavy. IMHO anyway.

And just becuase your e92 isn't technically a sedan, it's no sports car either. It's a sedan with 2 doors.

The M Coupe could fall into the sport car category.

montreal_bimmer · 05-01-2008, 10:46 PM

is a miata a sports car???

is an M3 a sports car??? once again

ElCapitan · 05-02-2008, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by montreal_bimmer

is a miata a sports car???

is an M3 a sports car??? once again

Miata is a roadster.

M3 is a GT.

montreal_bimmer · 05-02-2008, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by ElCapitan

Miata is a roadster.

does that mean the S2000 is a roadster too??

ElCapitan · 05-02-2008, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by montreal_bimmer

does that mean the S2000 is a roadster too??

Yes.

E(@M# · 05-02-2008, 03:55 PM

possibly one of the stupidest things ive ever heard....sure do it on occasion.. but in most parking lots.... id avoid backing in since the engine is in the front

ElCapitan · 05-05-2008, 07:31 AM

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Originally Posted by E(@M#

possibly one of the stupidest things ive ever heard....sure do it on occasion.. but in most parking lots.... id avoid backing in since the engine is in the front

If you ever had a defensive driving course, they teach you that it is always safer to back in a parking spot, sports car or not.

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nissan Lieutenant 54 Rep 523 Posts Drives: 2015 M6 GC CP Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: DFW iTrader: (4)	I always back in just b/c it's a bit safer that way. When you're entering a spot, it's easier to see what's around you and can back in while being alert of your surroundings. If you're pulling out in reverse, you lose some of that ability to know what's going on around you even w/checking mirrors etc. Plus, I got into the habit of it after working 2 yrs at a company which required everyone to back into spots in their lot.
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E(@M# Second Lieutenant 6 Rep 207 Posts Drives: 94' corolla Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	possibly one of the stupidest things ive ever heard....sure do it on occasion.. but in most parking lots.... id avoid backing in since the engine is in the front
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