Our newly All American Garage
07-29-2007, 10:08 PM
#1
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Join Date: 07-13-2007
Location: Texas
Posts: 6
Our newly All American Garage
A few weeks ago, we decided to replace my wifes VW New Beetle convertible with something a bit more practical. As some of you know, my wife is Japanese. So I was surprised when her first choice for a new car was a Chevy HHR. We also looked at a Nissan Versa but the AC on that car was weaker than the watered down beer at the local bar. If there is one thing GM has always done right in their cars it is Air Conditioning. It was nearly 100 when we were test driving but you could make Popsicles in that HHR.
So far the car has been fantastic. This one is a the 2007 Premier Edition which comes in Cappuccino Frost and black leather. The car has some nice features too, like remote starting. IMO the dashboard plastic is a little cheap but the over all assembly is top notch. The black color of the dash makes it look a lot better than the beige or gray colors.
The ride is pretty good but the steering is over assisted. Handling is ok. Seat comfort is outstanding but I thought the should space was a little tight if you are right next to the B pillar.
So here are the new occupants of our garage.
I snapped a few pictures of my 06 Mustang while I was at it.....
I should have used my polarizing lens for this one, but I like the composition.
So far the car has been fantastic. This one is a the 2007 Premier Edition which comes in Cappuccino Frost and black leather. The car has some nice features too, like remote starting. IMO the dashboard plastic is a little cheap but the over all assembly is top notch. The black color of the dash makes it look a lot better than the beige or gray colors.
The ride is pretty good but the steering is over assisted. Handling is ok. Seat comfort is outstanding but I thought the should space was a little tight if you are right next to the B pillar.
So here are the new occupants of our garage.
I snapped a few pictures of my 06 Mustang while I was at it.....
I should have used my polarizing lens for this one, but I like the composition.
Last edited by SindyDix; 07-31-2007 at 08:40 AM. Reason: reduced image sizes on some
07-29-2007, 10:14 PM
#3
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Join Date: 06-21-2006
Location: Chicago
Posts: 3,100
Welcome and I like the color, Its the 1st one that I have seen in that color, I would like to see some pics of the Inside of the vehicle with that Black Leather, I bet it looks sweet.
Sgt of What Civilian /Military, I did not see any DOD Stickers
Again Welcome
Rudy (Z-Man) aka LLB
Sgt of What Civilian /Military, I did not see any DOD Stickers
Again Welcome
Rudy (Z-Man) aka LLB
07-29-2007, 10:24 PM
#4
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Join Date: 07-13-2007
Location: Texas
Posts: 6
I've been out of the Army since '98. I was a 67N20 (Utility Helicopter Repairer) working as a UH1H crewchief. I was stationed at Camp Zama, Japan and Ft. Belvoir, VA. Talk about lucky assignments ehh 
Sgt Beavis was the nickname one of my pilots gave me because I did a great impression of Beavis and Butthead
Sgt Beavis was the nickname one of my pilots gave me because I did a great impression of Beavis and Butthead
07-29-2007, 10:25 PM
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Join Date: 05-01-2006
Location: New London, CT USA
Posts: 2,507
Great color and car. I'm sure it will treat you well. Two types of cars for different styles of driving. It makes sense
You may want to do one modification fairly quickly, install the rear anti-sway bar and the handling will improve a great deal. It only takes a half hour in the driveway or garage and makes a world of difference.
Great color and rims. These Chevy's keep getting better looking
Sgt! Nice rides 
