Love those lines

"Highlander-Datsuns are Forever" (jamesbowland) 06/06/2019 at 11:03 • Filed to: None

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I don’t care who you are Mazda did good with the styling of the 3.

Ash78, voting early and often > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/06/2019 at 11:12

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First gen? Yep, an all-time design classic IMO. One of the rare cases where a compact sedan looks great. The 5-door is outstanding, but I’m a little biased.

Every generation after that? Meh.

Full of the sound of the Gran Fury, signifying nothing. > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/06/2019 at 11:23

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The 3 has always been a unique car, styling-wise. Every generation has been a nice contrast to the boring, utilitarian sedans and hatches that everyone else puts out. Yeah, I may be a little biased, but I prefer a manufacturer that does things a little different than the norm.

And every time I see a current 6 I let out a little ‘ooh’ before I even realize what car it is. That thing is so drop-dead gorgeous I might even go against my normal disdain for sedans to have one.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > Full of the sound of the Gran Fury, signifying nothing. 06/06/2019 at 11:43

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The large trunk and fold down seats go a long way to alleviate how much shit can I carry anxiety.

Milky > Ash78, voting early and often 06/06/2019 at 11:47

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You’re allowed to be wrong.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/06/2019 at 11:47

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Loved my ‘05 3s hatch! 

Full of the sound of the Gran Fury, signifying nothing. > Highlander-Datsuns are Forever 06/06/2019 at 11:47

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That anxiety is probably why I'll keep my 5 even if I buy another car or three. It's always good to have at least one practical vehicle in the household.

Ash78, voting early and often > Milky 06/06/2019 at 12:00

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Yep, that’s pretty nice.

Full disclosure: I’ve never seen one. Is this the brand spanking new model?

Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo > Ash78, voting early and often 06/06/2019 at 12:23

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Agreed, the proportions and practicality on this 3's hatchback is perfect. In subsequent iterations, the back windows slowly disappeared and the hatch sloped even further for increased uselessness.

Milky > Ash78, voting early and often 06/06/2019 at 13:13

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Its new but I’ve been seeing them around town and liking it.  

MiniGTI - now with XJ6 > Ash78, voting early and often 06/06/2019 at 16:06

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Yep, first gen was great and everything they did to it after, starting with with first facelift was downhill. I knew it would be even before I saw them.