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Besides, as I recall you seem to have all the pertinent Aztek info anyhow. :-0
Frank: Thanks...Atlanta has checked in, zero Azteks spotted on the road (at least under their own power).
I give you this one though.
1 on-the-road sighting in the Great State of Maryland. BTW, I used to live in Landover and Ft.Meade in 2nd grade and junior high. I did some crazy things there to be sure :-)
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Drew/aling
Townhall Community Leader/Vans Conference
WINE....! I have followed this post because of the funny quotes here; However it seems only you and some lizard guy likes the Aztek. So maybe, just maybe, that might give you a clue of the popularity of the "Pumba the Talking Pig" ( thanks Edmunds) Aztek. SO my uneducated guess is that if 99% of the people in the USA do not like the Aztek that could spell doom for resale!!
I do think it was "Intellechoice" that stated it would be worth 50% of it's value in two years!!
No car is an investment, but to lose that amount of value would be pure stupidity to purchase a car that loses 50% of it's value in just two years.
By the way my mother used to say " if you cannot stand the heat get out of kitchen"..........
"Would you prefer cheese or crackers with that
WINE....! I have followed this post because of the
funny quotes here; However it seems only you and
some lizard guy likes the Aztek. So maybe, just
maybe, that might give you a clue of the popularity of the "Pumba the Talking Pig" ( thanks Edmunds)
Aztek. SO my uneducated guess is that if 99% of the people in the USA do not like the Aztek that could spell doom for resale!!"
It's quite clear that he started a new paragraph after this exerpt, having nothing to do w/you. All he expressed was that you and Triplizard seem to be in the minority as ones that like the Aztek especially when compared to the sales numbers.
Honestly, sometimes I think you either read to fast or see something that others don't!
C'mon man... if you're going to drive an Aztek, you need to develop a thicker skin. In the last 10 or 20 posts, we've only been commenting on availability and sightings, the C&D road test and compared it to the Forester. How is that NOT talking about the Aztek????
If you've got something to add, jump right in. :-)
btw-A black one appeared at one of my 2 "local" Pontiac dealers yesterday. Still haven't seen one on the road.
When I see the Aztek parked in the manager's driveway, it looks like one of the 1980's Civics from the rear, with that funky hatchback. I see no redeeming value to this vehicle, especially for $27K. I like Pontiac, but they've struck out big time with this White Elephant.
Stephen
Drew/aling
Townhall Community Leader/Vans Conference
AWD wheels on it and it was not all wheel drive. I looked for the 4 wheel disc brakes but I found none. I wonder why there would be a FWD Aztek with AWD wheels?!
Also, I just read a minivan review and the Venture (sibling of the Montana) came in dead last. Among the very long list of dislikes were buzzes and rattles over every bump in the road. However, they did like the motor.
I'm new and this message board seems pretty cut throat, so please don't hurt me. I just wanted to hear some other info besides the look of the car (I like it!!!)I've done some research, but I wanted to find out if you've heard from anyone that owns one if they like how it performs? I own a volvo now (very high maintenance) so I'm looking for something that is not going to break down a lot and is safe. I know about the side and front impact airbags, but I can't find crash test ratings. If anyone knows anything, please let me know
So, I think I can safely claim that Toledo is one of the "Main Hives" ,and that the Aztek is pretty much officially a CHICKMOBILE!!
Oh, I saw a RESTORED 74 AMC Matador going down the street friday afternoon. That car, to me is still more "amusing" than the Aztek. Ugliness, it's a toss up, but those insane fenderwells on the Matador give it my all time "Dorkmobile" prize...
Local dealer still has original shipment of 6 Azteks (3 red, 1 white, 1 black, 1 blue) None of them have moved from their original parking spots, other than the demo model.
Went so far as to inquire about one of the red ones, then came to my senses and stopped. Not so bothered by the looks. Just do not think it would be the wisest purchase given its uncertain crash rating, uncertain reliability, and probable dismal resale. Maybe in a couple of model years...
1. Aztek
2. Set of golf clubs and a trip to Ireland for a week of Golf...
Contestant stated "Wow ..Ireland here I come"..!!
With inventory aging
the looks are frightful
and the re-sale value has to be scary
Imagine a big toucan flying beak-first into the trunk of a mahogany tree...maybe the baboons who run Pontiac actually designed the big beak as a safety feature.
After driving it for four days:
* A decent ride
* comfortable seats front and back
* Dash was a little big
* Lots of storage room
* Handled well in Miami rain storms
* tight turns
* Nice stereo and features...
So we went to a dealer to get a book and see loaded versions. Extras are nice, some practical, fun car, sound handling, something I would have like to be able to afford when I was younger. Still young enough to get one now.
Barry
To quote a post from another forum: "Park it in the driveway, turn on the headlights, and you have an Aztek-O-Lantern"
Sorry....couldn't resist.
-Frank P.
Drew/aling
Townhall Community Leader/Vans Conference
P.S. I enjoyed your story about your past vanity plates. I saw my first Aztek on the road last weekend; it had the licence plates (INKADST) - Inkas' dust?
Inca's, Aztec's - pre-Columbian central and south american indian civilizations....
Front Porch Philosopher
SUV, Pickups, & Aftermarket and Accessories Host
I bet you'll see a lot of Azteks with custom license plates...they're both marks of people who don't know the value of a buck.
BTW, I don't see Koolguy and his pals anywhere. Hope we haven't offended them......
I saw my firse Aztek on the road today.
Of course it had "manufacturer" license plates so it really doesn't count.
Well GM will have a lot of unsold Aztek's so why not ship them to that Island and there our "Top Gun" pilot's can use them for target practice..
I think The Island is near Porto Rico...??
Gonzo -- word on the street is that you're WAAY out of touch with the current pricing patterns at the Arizona Pontiac dealers.
Stopped by my local dealer -- they have sold every Aztek they've had delivered thus far. They just got a red GT which has a $500 over MSRP price adjustment sticker. The dealer who sold me mine says he fully well expects to get list price for it. He might be lying, but then again I have an Aztek, so he knows he's not selling it to me.
And for the record -- I've only seen 1 other Aztek on the street in Los Angeles. But then again, considering there's 5 million or so cars here, and only a few hundred Azteks, statistically I don't really expect to see another for awhile. I'll keep looking, though.
Just to provide you with a little fodder for the next few days of name calling: my roommates have named my Aztek "The Roach." I wasn't too sure about it at first, but maybe I'll go with it. What do you think?
Drew/aling
Townhall Community Leader/Vans Conference
He, jokingly, said "You buy this truck and I'll throw one in for free"
I told him "Don't threaten me with that or I'm leaving"
More seriously, He said it's the most difficult to sell vehicle he's ever seen.
"Some people love it and the other 99% hate it"
triplizard - I love your assessment (cretins). This place has become a Special Olympics where cretins are competing in trash talking.
gonzo7 - did that dealer pinch you cheeks and give you some candy?
in the park, like in the Aztek commercial.
It was magical.
triplizard- I'm not too surprised that Azteks are popular in the LA area given the region's demographics. However, it's already become apparent that this popularity doesn't hold true everywhere.
Gonzo7 has said that they are having a tough time giving them away in Phoenix and I know that Atlanta area dealers are also offering steep discounts on them (feel free to go to your library and checkout the dealer ads in last Saturday's paper for each city if you don't believe us).
Of course many other vehicles also have different levels of popularity according to geographic region. For example: Subaru's are very popular in the northeast and northwest for their AWD but are far less popular in places like Florida or southern CA.
Thus far, it just seems that there are few areas of the country where the Aztek is popular. Toledo and LA to be more specific. Anyone else know of a region where Azteks are selling near MSRP? Or for that matter...selling at all?
-Frank P.
When waiting for some of the paperwork to get photocopied at the dealership, I chatted a bit with another salesman. He said he'd sold four Azteks himself in September, which means from that dealership I can account for at the very least a half dozen sales, though I still haven't seen any on the roads around here yet.
...Paul
Why would anyone buy the Aztek if??
1. It is based on GM minivan platform, wich came in DEAD last in the offset crash test..
2. "Intellechoice" state that the Aztek should lose 50% of it's value in just two years..
3. Last but not least.."IT'S UGLY" and I am sure at least 90% of Americans (not Russians) will
agree that it is painfull on the eyes...
These are the REAL questions, not questioning people's mental health who make fun of the Aztek.
P.S. If you like the Aztek, get over it, you
I liked the room, the size of the vehicle, the forward vision, layout, the window tint, roof rack, and the extra audio outlets in rear seat for my young teenagers.
I was concerned that the Aztek is about 10-15%overpriced and should have been brought out with the 3800 engine (more horsepower to move a larger, less aerodynamic vehicle than my Impala, and 300 or so pounds heavier to boot). Fully loaded, it would be a little sluggish, just like the Impala, which moves great with 1 to 3 on board.
As for those who dislike this thing's looks, you must be the same folks who had a problem with the AMC Pacer and the Fiat Strada!!!
Build quality looked good, and I have made my peace that GM has taken care of Quality Control in its Mexico factory.
Maybe I'll buy one in a few years.
I'm not obsessed with the Aztek, of all things. I am fascinated by GM's continuing management and marketing mistakes (and that's putting it lightly). The Aztek, though, is maybe 5 times worse than any other miserable car they've built in decades. And so, yes, I'm interested in the topic and, of course, I'm obviously amused by it as well, and I have no intention of hiding my opinions just because some people have thin skins or are prepared to declare people they've never met insane.
Competition was Toyota Siena
1. Looked in statistics on Montana. Drivetrain engine very solid. Fundamental mechanics good.
Passed the first gate.
2. Engine power and handling. Test drove vehicle and it handled very well and was very responsive.
Ideally I would like to have the engine in the BMW x5 or ML300 mercedes.....but I'm not spending $60-80 K Canadian dollars. I'm spending $32K.
Dollar for dollar Aztec was awesome in test drive compared to mercedes.
3. Versatility......hands down winner . No other vehicle give this type of versatility...Camping package is awesome....For pure play...Nothing beats it.
4. Looks and styling......Sorry folks I'm not the WHITEBREAD HOMOGENIZED MIDDLE OF THE ROAD TYPE.
I like wicked spicy food, wild and crazy rock bands that rock and roll all nite and party every day, renegades and people who swim againest the tide.......You know all the things that make USA & Canada the best places to live in the world.
Different is good, different is fun!! AZTEC is different and I have got more......WOW what a cool car......then any comments.
anyone have any questions....I'll answer.