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Old 09-29-17, 07:38 PM
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Not sure why you have to tell everyone. It either does or it doesn't. But having to tell us makes me suspect something. Kinda like when someone tells me "they could afford a much higher priced car but they chose not to". Well, you either can or you cannot. There is no value it telling someone you can.
I think the point is, Jill, that some people CAN afford certain vehicles but simply choose not to spend the money on them. I don't see anything wrong with that. If one is happy, on a Cadillac income, with a Chevy...why not? Those extra $$$$ saved on the auto-purchase will just stay in the bank for emergencies.
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I definitely tried to get a test drive of an LC 500 at the dealer while I was in for my last service, and it didn't happen. They were just like "Yeah... it's a nice car. Everyone wants to get in it." Instead of answering the question. Subtle enough for me.

I'm going to get that test drive eventually, I swear it...
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Not sure why you have to tell everyone. It either does or it doesn't. But having to tell us makes me suspect something. Kinda like when someone tells me "they could afford a much higher priced car but they chose not to". Well, you either can or you cannot. There is no value it telling someone you can.
I'm not sure what you are saying? having to tell you what? I never said i could afford either car but chose not to buy it. Not that its any of your business, but I cant afford either car (LC or Ferrari) at the moment. Which is precisely why I doubt the dealer would let me drive an LC.

in any case, think what you want. I dont have to justify myself to anybody, I'm a grown man.
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Old 10-03-17, 08:31 AM
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Good description. You could be a budding ad copy writer.
If the Glove fits then you must Admit, Hoovey, that was a really good description of your experience of the car on the road. You had me locked in, with you, from the headlights all the way to the after-burner lights & wide stance saying bye.


Phew! What a rush! I don't need to drive the LC now, I just lived it!
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
Not sure why you have to tell everyone. It either does or it doesn't. But having to tell us makes me suspect something. Kinda like when someone tells me "they could afford a much higher priced car but they chose not to". Well, you either can or you cannot. There is no value it telling someone you can.




Agreed. The LC looks spectacular.

"Jill"' please drop the personal "can you afford it commentary" in this thread and future threads/posts.
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Old 10-03-17, 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by arentz07
I definitely tried to get a test drive of an LC 500 at the dealer while I was in for my last service, and it didn't happen. They were just like "Yeah... it's a nice car. Everyone wants to get in it." Instead of answering the question. Subtle enough for me.

I'm going to get that test drive eventually, I swear it...
That is unfortunate. You should take your service dollars somewhere else.

I can totally justify not letting you drive a brand new in stock model. But a demo ride should be available.
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Old 10-04-17, 03:45 AM
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Someone in my condo has a red LC500. I heard it while at my car in the garage and then saw a glimpse of it as they drove by. Such an incredible sounding and looking car.
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Old 10-07-17, 10:13 AM
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
That is unfortunate. You should take your service dollars somewhere else.

I can totally justify not letting you drive a brand new in stock model. But a demo ride should be available.
Eh, Idk about taking my service elsewhere... This was uncharacteristic for them. Usually they're extremely accommodating no matter why I am there. Good idea on just asking for a ride though, I may give that a shot if I am there again.
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Originally Posted by LexsCTJill
That is unfortunate. You should take your service dollars somewhere else.

I can totally justify not letting you drive a brand new in stock model. But a demo ride should be available.
There are no dealers in this area that have LC demos. Supply is still short so not even the owner here has one.
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