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Originally Posted by ChrisK
I don't disagree. The flagship car is the top model the brand sells whatever it may be. There is one problem with Acura though. They want to compete in the Tier 1 luxury segment. Now, I personally don't really classify luxury like that. I lump Acura, Infiniti, BMW, Lexus, Audi and such all together as luxury, and cars like Bently and the like in the ultra luxury category. That said, Acura has come out recently and stated they want to move the brand into Tier 1 luxury. If you compare the flagships of Tier 1 luxury brands, the RL has to compete with a lot bigger and arguably better models. As it stands now, Acura's flagship competes with Lexus, BMW, Mercedes, and Infiniti's middle line, and at best with Infiniti's current top model the M35/45, but even Infiniti said they may bring back the Q.
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Ok, I am caught up. And Ivan, this is the point I have been trying to make all along. Even though they are not on the same level, they are competing in the market as such. To put this in perspective...Acura of today is like Spud Webb playing in a field with Iverson (Infiniti), Jordan of years past (BMW) and LeBron (Mercedes).
One other thing - its funny that you mentioned the Saturns and Olds of the world. I do not even think of them in a "luxury" category, but I do agree with the assessment of them having their "high line" vehicles.
This is a great convo....keep it going guys
Mr. Kam - good to see you again buddy.