Got some answers from Ram at Detroit auto show on the TRX. Is the TRX worth $16k more than RHO?

[Mikey Swift]

I've heard this kind of talk before...so what color are you ordering?

He'll order whichever color arrives with the absolute most problems.

 

[Schumacher]

I feel like I am alone in thinking the HP wars are silly and pointless. I don't only think this is an issue with trucks, but cars and sports cars. They keep getting heavier and add more hp. They are so fast that it is pointless on roads. Gordon Murray is one of the few people that gets it. Great packaging, weight, engineering, and emotion.

 

[RHOfan]

I feel like I am alone in thinking the HP wars are silly and pointless. I don't only think this is an issue with trucks, but cars and sports cars. They keep getting heavier and add more hp. They are so fast that it is pointless on roads. Gordon Murray is one of the few people that gets it. Great packaging, weight, engineering, and emotion.

Yeah, sorta like the new ZR1 & ZR1X.

ZR1 with over 1000hp & 800tq thru 2 rear contact patches? 99.9% of the public has no idea that you can’t effectively or safely put that much power down on the street. Thankfully, mostly purchased by older gents who will never drive it hard.

ZR1X with 1200hp & 0-60 in under 2 seconds. Non-drag racers have no idea how violent that feels on your body. It’s not “fun” for most people to experience.

But balanced, sensible, attainable performance isn’t as fun to market & doesn’t give a manufacturer a “halo” vehicle. So, it’s a rare vehicle in this day and age.

 

[lasstss]

Yeah, sorta like the new ZR1 & ZR1X.

ZR1 with over 1000hp & 800tq thru 2 rear contact patches? 99.9% of the public has no idea that you can’t effectively or safely put that much power down on the street. Thankfully, mostly purchased by older gents who will never drive it hard.

ZR1X with 1200hp & 0-60 in under 2 seconds. Non-drag racers have no idea how violent that feels on your body. It’s not “fun” for most people to experience.

But balanced, sensible, attainable performance isn’t as fun to market & doesn’t give a manufacturer a “halo” vehicle. So, it’s a rare vehicle in this day and age.

If it doesn't have 4wd its just a tire fryer. Now the trackhawk, thats serious.. Personally, and its just me, I think the new vette is an Origami experiment gone wrong. the prior year to the body change was beautiful.
My kid works for Tesla, took me for a ride in a model S plaid. Now that's some scary sh... Dont want to ride in one ever again. My RHO is plenty for me.

 

[Ctech-Review]

If it doesn't have 4wd its just a tire fryer. Now the trackhawk, thats serious.. Personally, and its just me, I think the new vette is an Origami experiment gone wrong. the prior year to the body change was beautiful.
My kid works for Tesla, took me for a ride in a model S plaid. Now that's some scary sh... Dont want to ride in one ever again. My RHO is plenty for me.

Thats how I feel, RHO is great for all around use. I have been eyeing an RS7 and Ct5v Blackwing...want to get back into a V8 fun vehicle.

 

[RHOfan]

Thats how I feel, RHO is great for all around use. I have been eyeing an RS7 and Ct5v Blackwing...want to get back into a V8 fun vehicle.

RS Audi’s are certainly amazing. Lots of engineering magic to make those front heavy beasts handle. Sorta like the 911. It shouldn’t work, but those German engineers make it work with lots of trick complexity.

Get the Blackwing, if you are considering either, unless you NEED AWD.

 

[RamFan]

Blackwing for sure!!!

Supersedan Showdown: Audi RS7 vs. BMW M5 vs. Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

Can the old-school Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing stand up against the modern Audi RS7 Performance and the plug-in hybrid BMW M5?

www.caranddriver.com

Chris

 

[Ctech-Review]

Blackwing for sure!!!

Supersedan Showdown: Audi RS7 vs. BMW M5 vs. Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

Can the old-school Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing stand up against the modern Audi RS7 Performance and the plug-in hybrid BMW M5?

www.caranddriver.com

Chris

I love the CT5V blackwing bad to the bone, especially would like a manual trans version

 

[Ctech-Review]

Attaboy Barry!! Strong work bro.
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I see you got a Braptor, how you like it? We love ours, its been great so far.

 

[Mikey Swift]

I see you got a Braptor, how you like it? We love ours, its been great so far.

It's awesome! Love the looks and the Recaros are amazing!! 2 downsides, it's noisy at highway speed, front seats aren't ventilated and my back is instantly hot...other than that, love it.

 

[Ctech-Review]

It's awesome! Love the looks and the Recaros are amazing!! 2 downsides, it's noisy at highway speed, front seats aren't ventilated and my back is instantly hot...other than that, love it.

I agree same thoughts I have had...they need ventilated seats for sure, ours has viynl floor which has been great off road

 

[Mikey Swift]

I agree same thoughts I have had...they need ventilated seats for sure, ours has viynl floor which has been great off road

I mean I understand why they can't, the interior is waterproof...can't have perforations in the seat, would let water get into the fans and electronics.

 

[Ctech-Review]

I mean I understand why they can't, the interior is waterproof...can't have perforations in the seat, would let water get into the fans and electronics.

They could find a way if they wanted. The mustang convertible has ventilated seats, a 2025 Polaris Pro R has ventilated seats.