Top 10 turkeys of the L.A. Auto Show
The L.A. Auto Show runs through Thanksgiving weekend, which seems appropriate, because there is a lot of turkey on the show’s menu. From Honda’s hydrogen-powered hypercar -- a guess that’s tofurkey, of a sort -- to a huge, steroid infused, poultry-yellow Rolls-Royce that is lacking only a wattle, the show’s collection of large, flightless birds is certainly worth a, um, gander.
I know, I know. You’re stuffed. You’ve loosened your belt, maybe even undone your trousers … ahhh. But perhaps there’s room for one … more … tiny …morsel?
>>Click here for the complete list: Top 10 turkeys of the L.A. Auto Show. After-dinner chit-chat can commence in the comments section.
-- Dan Neil
Photo: Honda's tofurkey, er, FC Sport concept. Credit: Gabriel Bouys / AFP / Getty Images
Once again, Dan hits the mark on all courses of this Thanksgiving smorgasbord - from the Honda FC "iPod plug in" to the "antacid yellow" Rolls. Classic criticism, worthy of yet another Pulitzer. OK, just like Thanksgiving - it's not good to be greedy, one Pulitzer will suffice. It's just nice that Dan continues to live up to the one he's already got. Happy Thanksgiving!
Posted by: Hard Rock | November 26, 2008 at 04:07 PM
I am probably the only one out there who likes the California Ferrari. I'm probably the only one who likes Tom Arnold in a thong too.
Posted by: marco | November 26, 2008 at 10:46 PM
The Hondarrari should've A. stayed a Maserati, a long-time taste-optional marque, and B. in these times should be under $100K. It should be seen to be a remarkable value, and a showpiece for Ferrari's electronics.
And I kind of expect Transformers cars from our Japanese friends. But maybe I'm also the only one who things Nissan's SUV's look like overgrown B210 Datsuns - honeycomb wheelcovers and the ob would be done!
As for the Roller, I think of my Grandpa's 1932 20/25 with Hooper coachwork, black with dark green sides and interior, and cry.
Posted by: Timber | November 27, 2008 at 08:36 AM
Hey! There's nothing wrong with the Honda concept Car. It's great-looking and sexy, because it reminds me of a lady wearing a thong. Nice grills, huh?
Posted by: Joe | November 27, 2008 at 08:54 AM
Remember: Tofurkey is faux turkey! Does this mean the new Honda is a shonda, yiddish for an embarrassment?
Steve KIndel
Posted by: steve kindel | November 27, 2008 at 09:10 AM
I'll have to see the Lexus and Infiniti convertibles to judge, but at least a drop top offers the type of "performance" one can use.
It's pleasant to be in one, and to be seen in a droptop, too.
Better money spent on that than on bigger motors, wheels, and 4wd systems that are utterly superfluous on crawling freeways and in mall parking lots.
Posted by: George in Miami | November 27, 2008 at 09:39 AM
You are worthy for Pizza-dude Prize.
Posted by: YellowRoyce | November 27, 2008 at 09:54 AM
You left out that ridiculous Saturn model with the two Segways that pop out of the back bumper. Talk about a waste! Those Segways are heavy, leading to poorer mileage, and god forbid someone rear-ends you. Not only is there a weaker back bumper, but you've also ruined two expensive Segways!
http://scoopjones.us/autoshow/autoshow-Pages/Image391.html
Posted by: Evan Jones | November 27, 2008 at 09:08 PM
Dan, Dan, Dan, when are you going to get with the program? The California has already been anointed as the greatest thing since a Hearty Man TV dinner. As for the others, even stupid people need cars. If the economy hadn't tanked, those convertible bastardizations would sell thousands of units.
As for the Yellow Roller, somewhere in the Middle East, a sheik is warming up his checkbook.
Posted by: ZiggednotZagged | November 28, 2008 at 05:25 AM
This auto show would go over great in Mexico or China. Thats where the american money is.
Posted by: budswisr | November 28, 2008 at 05:48 AM