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Old 01-17-2020, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by FenneyGuy View Post
I own a 2017 Mustang GT with the performance package, 435 HP, 6-speed manual and 3.70 rear.. It's not a convertible but I honestly don't care. Mustang is a great value and it is built in Dearborn, MI. I will not buy any Asian car.
Really?

Just curious, but...why not?

How about vehicles from Germany, Japan or other countries/regions?

The reason American automobiles became so poorly made in the 70's-80's, was the misguided idea and false patriotism of 'Buy American'...which allowed US manufacturer's to produce a lot of junk.

And the real irony of your position, is that the leading manufacturer, and pulling away...is an "Asian" company.


J.D. Power-Automobile Quality (start here)

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Following are key findings of the 2019 study:

Gap between Korean brands and others continues to widen:

The three highest-ranking brands—Genesis, Kia and Hyundai—are all from Korean manufacturer Hyundai Motor Group, and the gap between these three brands and all others has widened considerably.

Remarkably, 16 of 18 models from Hyundai Motor Group rank in the top three in their respective segments:
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These vehicles tend to perform especially well in the areas of infotainment and other electronic components.