Irrational want

"Stapleface" (patrickgruden) 08/05/2016 at 06:33 • Filed to: None

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Mercedes Benz GLA. I just started to see (or at least notice) these in the last month or so. I think they look fantastic. Like a hot hatch with a slight lift. I’d be happy to see one of these in my driveway every day.

FSI - alcohol enthusiast with a car problem > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 06:46

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I hate crossovers but the GLA isn’t too bad, one of my teachers had one. If it handles anything like the A-Class it’s a winner.

AndyG_UK > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 07:02

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We want one to replace our DS4 next year, it ticks all the boxes for us and leaves me free to replace the Abarth with something else fun (Clio RS 200 edc with the cup pack is the current front runner). A GLA 250 (no dirty diesel for us!) AMG line in grey with the premium pack, though if the AMG 45's are within our price range by then I think I could convince my partner that we do need 371hp......

Nick Has an Exocet > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 07:25

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Like a hot hatch with a slight lift.

That’s because they ARE a hot hatch with a slight lift ;) It’s basically just a tweaked CLA.

Party-vi > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 07:38

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I think they look cheap. The QX30 looks better, but that’s not saying much.

Rustholes-Are-Weight-Reduction > Party-vi 08/05/2016 at 07:45

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I saw it in person the other day on the highway. I’m not a fan of city-SUVs, but this thing is gorgeous.

BvdV - The Dutch Engineer > Party-vi 08/05/2016 at 07:58

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I agree, and since they are basically the same car, I would definitely choose the QX30 over the GLA.

CalzoneGolem > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 07:59

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I’m here to tell you that this is entirely rational.

Funktheduck > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 08:28

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I want the AMG version

Stapleface > Funktheduck 08/05/2016 at 08:30

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I didn't even know there was an AMG version. I'd be happy with the "normal" version. Not saying wouldn't like an AMG version more, of course...

NotUnlessRoundIsFunny > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 08:59

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I get it...it has a pleasing hatchbackiness to it for sure.

BeaterGT > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 09:58

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I’m a GLK guy myself, but dunno if they are actually capable offroad or can get a hitch installed.

Chasaboo > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 10:33

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I agree, the GLA45 is begging me to buy it, but no way can I justify that kind of expense. The alternative, a Honda Fit.

Chasaboo > CalzoneGolem 08/05/2016 at 10:33

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You are an enabler.

CalzoneGolem > Chasaboo 08/05/2016 at 10:37

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Beats being an embalmer.

Funktheduck > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 10:55

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I think the FP did a review when it first came out

E92M3 > Stapleface 08/05/2016 at 11:09

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I like the GLA too. Perfect proportions.