Common misunderstandings
Common misunderstandings
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johnelliott

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293 posts

288 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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There are many, of course, I would like to draw the committee's attention to this one-

American stretch limousines
Americans seem to think that it is length that makes a car luxurious. If they stopped to think about it, they might realise that it is height that is required. How can it be luxurious to have to crouch down and shuffle on bended knees to reach your seat? Trouble is, those stupid 'stretch limos' are starting to appear over here, and the misunderstanding is being imported as well as the ridiculous cars.

Would anybody like to contribute any other examples of popular misunderstandings ( I don't think that the idea that 'it is Parliament that runs the country' counts because most people realise that the country is run from No 10)?

John

alan_driver

1,281 posts

285 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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Slightly O/T



Trouble is, those stupid 'stretch limos' are starting to appear over here

John


I want to own my own business in the future, and was seriously thinking of a limo service, is this not a good idea? Looked into it for a business project, quite a bit of demand, and the cars dont actually cost that much. (a google search will prove it)

As for misunderstandings, can a female please clarify Luv, and love. Think i get it but just in case.

>> Edited by alan_driver on Tuesday 28th January 17:23

>> Edited by alan_driver on Tuesday 28th January 17:24

jon h

863 posts

312 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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Many people seem to believe that a humble Vauxhall Nova can be converted into a high performance vehicle by blanking out the top third of the windscreen with sticky backed plastic. This is, in fact, not the case.

alan_driver

1,281 posts

285 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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John - lol
Likewise you will NOT go faster with a Max power sticker, or a FUK sticker (fast united kingdom - provided by 'fast' car)

bruce fielding

2,244 posts

310 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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The Bavarian Motor Werk company has successfully completed an agreement with the British Road Standards Agency to exempt all drivers of their vehicles from displaying any courtesy or good manners whatsoever when on British Highways.

NDT

1,767 posts

291 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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The use of fog lights, on a motor vehicle so equipped, at a time when atmospheric conditions do not suggest their use, does not cause onlookers to admire the vehicle and its owner.

Thank you.

NDT

1,767 posts

291 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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Wheels of a far larger diameter than those designed by the vehicle manufacturer, clad in tyres of far greater width and lower profile than the original equipment, do not necessarily improve ride or handling of the vehicle to which they are fitted.

Mr E

22,981 posts

287 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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And spending more than the car is worth on the aforementioned wheels does not, in fact, increase the desireability of said automobile.

plotloss

67,280 posts

298 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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The misuse of the word weight worries me. Not sure why but it has for some time.

Matt.

Mrs Fish

30,018 posts

286 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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alan_driver said:

As for misunderstandings, can a female please clarify Luv, and love. Think i get it but just in case.




How do you want it clarifying, apart from the spelling that is? I'm a bit

ErnestM

11,621 posts

295 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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There are many, of course, I would like to draw the committee's attention to this one-

American stretch limousines
Americans seem to think that it is length that makes a car luxurious. If they stopped to think about it, they might realise that it is height that is required...

John


Ssshhhhhhh. You said that too loud. Look what's starting to appear:


www.atlanticlimo-ga.com/00_16pack_Navgsilv.htm

Not only can you stand up in it, but could probably play a good round of golf without ever leaving the car

ErnestM

PS:That is not a photoshop. The same company even has a Hummer based limo

plotloss

67,280 posts

298 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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I went to the Gold Club for a stag night in that very car, or one very very similar.

Is this the crowd opposite Publix on Peachtree?

Matt.

johnelliott

Original Poster:

293 posts

288 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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alan_driver said:
I want to own my own business in the future, and was seriously thinking of a limo service, is this not a good idea? Looked into it for a business project, quite a bit of demand, and the cars dont actually cost that much. (a google search will prove it)





I think that the only problem with running a limo business is that your competitors might not welcome a new player in the area. If people feel that there is a risk to their livelihood they can get a bit nasty about it.

John

ErnestM

11,621 posts

295 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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plotloss said: I went to the Gold Club for a stag night in that very car, or one very very similar.

Is this the crowd opposite Publix on Peachtree?

Matt.

I believe so, Matt. Gold Club , I'll let you explain that one to the poor unfortunate PHers that have never been there. FWIW, we have a similar (and in a lot of respects better) club here in Central Florida called Rachels...

ErnestM

rich 36

13,739 posts

294 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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Plotloss,WEIGHT?

plotloss

67,280 posts

298 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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rich 36 said: Plotloss,WEIGHT?




Matt.

williamp

20,287 posts

301 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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I saw a stretched Off-roader on saturday night in Tunbridge Wells.

Oh how I laughed when it could'nt turn round the corner in one go...

Psychobert

6,318 posts

284 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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jon h said: Many people seem to believe that a humble Vauxhall Nova can be converted into a high performance vehicle by blanking out the top third of the windscreen with sticky backed plastic. This is, in fact, not the case.


Saw one of those in Leeds today that has got to be about the ultimate.. Large lump in the bonnet, grills to let air in, spoilers all round and 4 tail pipes.

Actually, could have been a Corsa. Wasn't really interested truth be known, but the 12 year olds around it seemed to like it..

Misconception - the public transport system is arrranged such that when getting off a train, there will be a bus or tram along in about 2 minutes to get yo to your destination. Obviously watched how the Swiss do it, (then ignored everything..)

joust

14,622 posts

287 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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Gay people don't have sex

Bodo

12,558 posts

294 months

Tuesday 28th January 2003
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democracy is reliable