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Chi67

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33. Yep

Thu Nov 27, 2025, 09:51 AM

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SUVs suck. They are the worst automotive trend ever- deadly, bad for the environment and could they be any uglier? Then, the same people who drive these monstrosities have the nerve to bitch about gas prices. No one will ever catch me driving one of those awful things. Here’s a clue- if prices for gas and new SUVs bother you- get a sedan! You can get a very nice roomy sedan for less than a low end SUV.

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Even a Broken Clock... OC375 Wednesday #2

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