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IIHS crash tests convertibles: 3-Series disappointThis is a discussion on IIHS crash tests convertibles: 3-Series disappoint within the 3 Series forums, part of the BMW category; Volvo is also really safe car in elk collisions which is a really good thing up here where we have ... |
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06-02-2007, 07:17 AM
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 | Re: IIHS crash tests convertibles: 3-Series disappoint Volvo is also really safe car in elk collisions which is a really good thing up here where we have way too many elks. Maybe it's one of the reasons Volvo sells quite well here in Finland. |
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The point is that we all praise the german cars, including me, and say that they are as safe as a volvo, but here we see that when it comes to convertibles both BMW and Audi (?) did poor in the tests, while Volvo just Succeded. It's a fact. Simple as that. 
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| Re: IIHS crash tests convertibles: 3-Series disappoint IIHS has a lot of clout in America. It's obvious that American consumers put safety on the top of their car buying lists... So in essence this could be potentially bad for BMW. Interesting to see what they may do about this. Bad publicity could be detrimental for a "safe" brand like BMW. Same goes for Volvo, or Mercedes-Benz and the like. I wouldn't discredit the Bimmer too much though... It's still a great looking car. At least with the top down. Convertibles aren't my forte though. Even in beautiful California weather. Coupes for me please! |
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06-11-2007, 02:44 PM
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|  New 3-Series crash rating and other convertibles I saw this article on TV about a week ago. The Saab and Volvo scored higher! The test were done by the IFHS as usual. Insurance institute scores BMW 3-Series convertible only 'MARGINAL' in side crash tests - AutoSpies Auto News
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