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"Goggles Pizzano" (gogglespizzano) 08/25/2018 at 17:22 • Filed to: dumbestnameever

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Mitsubishi still makes vehicles for North America

They sold at least one

An aside: My Google Image Search showed none with the text on the hood.

BaconSandwich is tasty. > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 17:30

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I saw one of these the other day, so maybe they sold two?

My initial thoughts were:
1. Huh, they actually brought that thing to market?
2. Why did they need to re-use the Eclipse name?
3 . Someone actually bought one!

Steve in Manhattan > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 17:55

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Seen a few in the city - mostly older examples doing deliveries, but I know I’ve seen one of these during the last month. Their lineup is just depressing, but I always rooted for them just like I did Suzuki. Both companies seemed to want to just sell us straightforward cars without a lot of frippery. But I suppose that’s not on the menu anymore.

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 18:00

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It’s like a new Prius and E ndeavor had a one-nighter to end all one-nighters

Goggles Pizzano > Steve in Manhattan 08/25/2018 at 18:05

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I rooted for Suzuki, t hey went out on a high -note.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 18:15

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also I think Aztec-two   would be a more fitting name

Steve in Manhattan > BaconSandwich is tasty. 08/25/2018 at 18:18

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Dodge recycled the Aspen name (mistake) and now this. And Capri - applied to all manner of Fords.

Steve in Manhattan > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 18:30

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I’ve seen exactly 2 in the wild ... those are probably ridiculously reliable.

LOREM IPSUM > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 18:46

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Can’t get new car financing? Head on down to Mitsubishi, the Sprint of the automotive world 

Under_Score > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 20:05

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These things are loaded to the brim, though. Combine the long warranty and the massive discounts, and these things are a steal.

Goggles Pizzano > Under_Score 08/25/2018 at 20:11

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Holy shit, that warranty though...

aquila121 > LOREM IPSUM 08/25/2018 at 20:21

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Mr. Regular described Mitsubishi as ‘ the Chrysler of Japanese brands’ when he talked about Stef’s Lancer. Some instinct in me says that’s probably very appropriate—though hers looks damn near immaculate, so I bet she’s had a better experience than most, as far as reliability.

Chariotoflove > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 20:37

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If someone told me they wanted a decent new car on a tight budget, I’d tell them to at least visit the local Mitsu dealer.

Also, that dealer has a huge Mitsubishi flag flying that could probably cover a half acre laid flat. I like that statement. Might as well be a skull and crossbones. 

ranwhenparked > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 22:56

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Mitsubishi has been on a significant upswing for the past few years, 2017 was their best year since before the 2008 crash and they're running comfortably ahead of last year through July. They're signing up new dealers and opening (or, reopening) new regional offices around the US. They basically just sell boring, unremarkable crossovers now, which, fortunately for them, is exactly all American consumers want to buy these days. 

myfuncarisamotorcycle > aquila121 08/25/2018 at 23:06

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She’s probably also cared for it better than most owners of modern Mitsus.

myfuncarisamotorcycle > Chariotoflove 08/25/2018 at 23:12

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My “local” (it’s in the same state) Mitsu dealer definitely runs the loudest ads on the radio about getting ANYONE!!! approved. And I think I'd trust one more than an FCA product if reliability was a factor.

Chariotoflove > myfuncarisamotorcycle 08/25/2018 at 23:16

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Indeed. You get the feeling those guys know they have a decent product and  are not going down without a fight, dammit ! Gotta respect that.

myfuncarisamotorcycle > Chariotoflove 08/25/2018 at 23:53

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I think mine in particular is especially adamant because Suzuki was their other brand and they still have the sign up. Mitsubishi is their last hill to die on before they become the used car lot that they look like.

I’ve always lived in the Craigslist market, but I bet you could get a hell of a deal on a cheap new car there. The Korean duo have become mainstream and expensive enough that they might have a chance at the bottom of the market. 

Tristan > Goggles Pizzano 08/25/2018 at 23:56

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