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People are quick to point out chick cars, so what's a "manly" car?

Keep in mind that I would only drive a car with a stick shift. No automatics or auto-stick garbage. I do prefer a small car as well since I live in the city, and enjoy good mileage.

Update:

OK, I drove HMMWV's for the Army, they got reasonable mileage, but they are NOT small, and they do not have a standard transmission. They got reasonable mileage with the diesel engines before they got loaded up with armor though.

Update 2:

Well some people don't seem to be reading everything that I wrote. I wouldn't want a car that does not have a stick shift, which knocks most of those muscle cars out of the running, I'm not going for racing, simply driving.

Update 3:

So Just Me, I can see that you like the V-8's and they ave their purpose, but if you want a car to just drive around that is available to purchase these days, again the classic muscle cars are out, and they don't come with standard transmissions. I never said anything against automatics (auto sticks I did) except that I wouldn't want one.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    It is kind of funny the different circles people move in.

    While I admit that a car that has a "Bud Vase" listed as a factory option is a bit on the fem side, there just are not very many cars that offer it.

    In my circle we laugh at and poke fun at those that try to improve their macho image by the car they drive.

    Like the guy who has the black turbo Porsche (that still drives like an old lady), or those in the yellow Mustangs. Even better are the drivers of the new "Chargers". Personally I can't wait to see the type of wimps that buy the new Camero.

    Me I drive what I want and have fun.

    Just buy what you want and forget what others may think, the driver makes the car, not the other way around.

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Corvettes, Camaro's Firebirds,Gto's for that matter any older real muscle cars. Anything with a four banger in it is a chick car. And having a stick in it does not mean it's not a chick car. Nor does having an automatic make it a chick car. A Buick Grand National or T-Type only come with an auto trans and will take down a lot of cars with a stick with no problem. Hum Vees are just for people with an ego problems They don't impress anyone with any taste.

  • milici
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    this is a vehicle. no matter if this is a chick or guy vehicle relies upon on your theory - no longer something to do with the vehicle. automobiles of that length are by technique of far the most customary throughout all of Europe, as they are extra helpful in congested cities and narrow roads than more beneficial heavier automobiles. for sure, you may want to make confident a vehicle suits you. If it does no longer have power guidance, are you able to turn the wheel definitely? Does the seat bypass far adequate forwards or again to get tender? Is it large adequate to carry the passengers and belongings you assume? are you able to have adequate money the servicing and gas prices? Do you want it? Does it carry out properly adequate? If a majority of those are certain, then.... this is a chick vehicle in case you're a chick this is a guy vehicle in case you're a guy

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Mitsubishi Lancer Evo (DEFINITELY studly)

    Subaru WRX-STI

    Nissan Maxima

    I must point out that - even though you specified "small car", a tuck is always a sure way to beat the whole "chick" wrap. Nissan and Toyote make some nice smaller, economic trucks.

    Wanna truly "man up?" Get a truck!

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  • C7S
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago

    Mazda Protege

    Mazda 3

    Mazda Mazdaspeed 3 and Protege.

    Honda Civic Si

    Nissan Sentra SE-R

    Mitsubishi Lancer

    Subaru Impreza

    VW Rabbit/Golf.

  • 1 decade ago

    If you like it, and you are a man, therefore it can be manly - just don't get a pink one, lol.

    On the other hand, something like a Subaru WRX, Mitsubishi Lancer, Toyota MR2, Mazda rx7...that's what they're known as in Australia, anyway.

    You could always get a little car and beef it up a bit - ie, put a bodykit on it and give it an awesomely loud exhaust.

    Source(s): I love cars.
  • Jake
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago

    I would have to agree with Just Me... Good answers. Vette, Viper, Camaro, Firebird, GTO, and DEFINATELY older muscle cars....especially the 69 Camaro.

  • 1 decade ago

    Mustang GT500KR

    http://jalopnik.com/cars/knight-rider/exclusive-fi...

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    or a regular one for the street, a 2008 Mustang GT with the 6 speed and 300 hp. It has awesome looks and will smoke the rear tires all the way down the block!

    RWD is for men and FWD is for chicks

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    a hummer, nice and small, easy on the mileage :P lol! yeah right

  • 1 decade ago

    cobalt SS-Turbo

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