# Ugliest Car Ever!
**URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316
**Category:** In My Humble Opinion
**Created:** [July 20, 2005, 4:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316 "2005-07-20T16:50:38Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
**Page:** 5
### Author:  [@Mehitabel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mehitabel)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 3:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/81 "2005-07-23T03:15:28Z")
Wow. Now that’s the pickup truck Tony Soprano would drive. Four tinted windows in a pickup?
What did Christofuh drive that he chose over Adriana’s life again? I think that was a Hummer. Without a number.
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### Author:  [@mrunlucky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mrunlucky)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 6:49am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/82 "2005-07-23T06:49:24Z")
The Scion giant moving box car wouldn’t bother me quite so much if I hadn’t noticed at least a three year effort of sheer zealous desperation on the part of the company to market this car to “cool” people. I’ve seen two different news programs discussing the urgent appeal to make “cool” people believe this car is cool and want it. I’ve seen print ads and artist tie-ins as well as advertorials and lame event coverage in magazines in which the company has tried again and again and again to make “cool” people want to buy this car. And I have to say, the length the company has gone to to try and make “cool” people buy this car, shows exactly just how not cool this car is.
**tuckerfan** , that Sir Vival – were they trying to make a car that looked as much like a hammerhead shark as possible? Ow!
[Tatras](http://www.odeaandetechniek.nl/2003/categorieen/vervoer_infrastructuur/odes/Tatra/ode-tatra-foto.htm) are pretty strange since they don’t have a rear window.
[Three-wheelers](http://www.3wheelers.com/enter.html) in a general sense are prone to some very ugly designs, far too numerous to mention. You are forewarned.
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### Author:  [@Tuckerfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuckerfan)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 7:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/83 "2005-07-23T07:00:01Z")
> [@mrunlucky](#):
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> The Scion giant moving box car wouldn’t bother me quite so much if I hadn’t noticed at least a three year effort of sheer zealous desperation on the part of the company to market this car to “cool” people. I’ve seen two different news programs discussing the urgent appeal to make “cool” people believe this car is cool and want it. I’ve seen print ads and artist tie-ins as well as advertorials and lame event coverage in magazines in which the company has tried again and again and again to make “cool” people want to buy this car. And I have to say, the length the company has gone to to try and make “cool” people buy this car, shows exactly just how not cool this car is.
What’s hysterical, IMHO, is that if you read the fine print in the commercials for the Scions, you’ll see that most of the modifications they show will **void your warranty**! So, if you think that the car in the commercial looks cool and you want to make yours look like it, think again.
> [@](#):
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> **tuckerfan** , that Sir Vival – were they trying to make a car that looked as much like a hammerhead shark as possible? Ow!
It’s actually a couple of cars cobbled together in a misguided attempt to make a “safety car.” One of the victims was a Hudson.
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### Author:  [@Tuckerfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuckerfan)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 7:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/84 "2005-07-23T07:27:59Z")
Okay, folks, I’ve just found the [Mac Daddy](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/20050116tas2.html) of ugly car sites! Its an image heavy page, so you folks on dial up be warned! They start out [simple enough](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052591.jpg), with a few custom graphics, spoilers, and ground effects. Then, they get [a little more elaborate](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052561.jpg). (It gets worse, trust me.)
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### Author:  [@Bosda\_Di\_Chi\_of\_Tricor](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bosda_Di_Chi_of_Tricor)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 11:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/85 "2005-07-23T11:30:03Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
>
> Okay, folks, I’ve just found the [Mac Daddy](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/20050116tas2.html) of ugly car sites! Its an image heavy page, so you folks on dial up be warned! They start out [simple enough](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052591.jpg), with a few custom graphics, spoilers, and ground effects. Then, they get [a little more elaborate](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052561.jpg). (It gets worse, trust me.)
[THIS ONE](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/053131.jpg)…well…
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### Author:  [@Rick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 4:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/86 "2005-07-23T16:24:08Z")
The goggles, they do nothing!
What the hell is with those giant shovel spoilers?
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### Author:  [@Tuckerfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuckerfan)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 4:44pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/87 "2005-07-23T16:44:36Z")
Check out their [semis!](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/19880228ise.html) How’d you like to have [this](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/006451.jpg) in your rearview mirror? :eek:
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### Author:  [@Laughing\_Lagomorph](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Laughing_Lagomorph)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 5:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/88 "2005-07-23T17:09:39Z")
> [@zenith](#):
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> Unlike you, I like the Aztek but think the Ford with its uselessly-small cargo box is ridiculous. I generally like Ford trucks but the Sport Trac, the Super Crew(which with ITS uselessly-small box really isn’t so super.), and the SuperCrew’s Lincoln cousin are all really lousy designs.
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> The Aztek is roomy and a lot more economical than a Sport Trac.And you don’t need to buy a tonneau cover or shell to keep your goods out of the rain, either.
> …
You are certainly correct about the relative practicality of the two designs. I would never actually own a Sport Trac. I was speaking merely of aesthetics.
I actually had a chance to ride in a Buick Rendezvous which I believe is built on the same platform as the Aztek and found it to be quite a practical vehicle, at least at first glance. I would consider buying one for our next car but I believe they are discontinuing the model.
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### Author:  [@Mr.Blue\_Sky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Blue_Sky)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 5:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/89 "2005-07-23T17:20:45Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
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> Check out their [semis!](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/19880228ise.html) How’d you like to have [this](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/006451.jpg) in your rearview mirror? :eek:
What the high holy hell?
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### Author:  [@Biggirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biggirl)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 8:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/90 "2005-07-23T20:42:16Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
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> Check out their [semis!](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/19880228ise.html) How’d you like to have [this](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/006451.jpg) in your rearview mirror? :eek:
OMG GOD! A WHOLE LAS VEGAS CASINO IS CHASING ME!!!
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### Author:  [@Rick](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rick)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 8:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/91 "2005-07-23T20:56:38Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
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> Check out their [semis!](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/19880228ise.html) How’d you like to have [this](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/006451.jpg) in your rearview mirror? :eek:
I kept looking for the pic where they transform.
They are robots in disguise right?
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### Author:  [@Tenar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tenar)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 9:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/92 "2005-07-23T21:02:47Z")
Pachinko Power!
Re: the Pacer, I always liked them. Not because they were good cars, but because they reminded me of my hamster.
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### Author:  [@Sunspace](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sunspace)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 9:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/93 "2005-07-23T21:21:14Z")
> [@rwhbyu](#):
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> I completely agree with the sentiments about the Aztek and PT Cruiser. To round out my top three I will throw out the smartcar. Haven’t seen any in the states, but having spent some time in Germany I saw MANY.
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> [Link](http://www.smartcar.com/)
Hey! I like the Smart car. It’s cute, efficient, and it gets way more attention than a Ferrari when cruising in Yorkville. 😃
And, **Laughing Lagomorph** and **zenith** , I agree with you about the relative aesthetics of the Aztek and SportTrak. Of impractical short-box “pickups”, the SportTrak is actually quite good looking. But I still wouldn’t buy it. My rule is, it isn’t a real truck unless you can lay a 4x8 sheet of plywood flat in the back, ideally with the tailgate closed.
(I suppose this makes the CXT a real truck? I have images of the Mother Of All Fifth-Wheel Trailers on the back of that thing. Do you need a trucker’s license with air-brake endorsement to drive it? )
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### Author:  [@Tuckerfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuckerfan)
#### Post date: [July 23, 2005, 9:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/94 "2005-07-23T21:26:25Z")
> [@Sunspace](#):
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> (I suppose this makes the CXT a real truck? I have images of the Mother Of All Fifth-Wheel Trailers on the back of that thing. Do you need a trucker’s license with air-brake endorsement to drive it? )
I dunno about it being a real truck, but you do need a CDL with the airbrake endorsement to drive 'em.
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### Author:  [@Biggirl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Biggirl)
#### Post date: [July 24, 2005, 3:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/95 "2005-07-24T03:26:55Z")
Sorry but modding the Scion does not make it any better. [See.](http://www.hondaacuraautoparts.com/honda-acura-auto-parts-catalog/images/04-05%20Scion%20XB%20Vertical%20Door%20Conversion%20Kit.gif)
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### Author:  [@Mr.Blue\_Sky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Blue_Sky)
#### Post date: [July 24, 2005, 3:32am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/96 "2005-07-24T03:32:30Z")
> [@Biggirl](#):
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> Sorry but modding the Scion does not make it any better. [See.](http://www.hondaacuraautoparts.com/honda-acura-auto-parts-catalog/images/04-05%20Scion%20XB%20Vertical%20Door%20Conversion%20Kit.gif)
…if Jay Leno were a car…
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### Author:  [@zenith](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/zenith)
#### Post date: [July 24, 2005, 2:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/97 "2005-07-24T14:47:05Z")
> [@Sunspace](#):
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> (I suppose this makes the CXT a real truck? I have images of the Mother Of All Fifth-Wheel Trailers on the back of that thing. Do you need a trucker’s license with air-brake endorsement to drive it? )
In terms of towing ability and GVW rating, it’s a real truck-- the basic chassis underpins medium-duty delivery trucks and many towtrucks–but a real PRACTICAL truck for most folks? How does an average-height person load or unload the box without a forklift or access to loading docks at both points A and B?
Yes, I know the box is on a hoist like a dumptruck’s, but what if you need to unload just a little at a time? Or you’re carrying furniture; not rock,sand, or gravel?
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### Author:  [@Tuckerfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tuckerfan)
#### Post date: [July 31, 2005, 9:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/98 "2005-07-31T09:34:38Z")
[Can you feel the funk?](http://www.joneznet.com/funk/super-funky.htm) I think I’m going to be sick.
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### Author:  [@Mr.Blue\_Sky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mr.Blue_Sky)
#### Post date: [July 31, 2005, 1:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/99 "2005-07-31T13:21:22Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
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> [Can you feel the funk?](http://www.joneznet.com/funk/super-funky.htm) I think I’m going to be sick.
If there’s an automotive hell, that guy is first in line.
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### Author:  [@Diceman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diceman)
#### Post date: [July 31, 2005, 3:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ugliest-car-ever/313316/100 "2005-07-31T15:24:00Z")
> [@Tuckerfan](#):
>
> Okay, folks, I’ve just found the [Mac Daddy](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/20050116tas2.html) of ugly car sites! Its an image heavy page, so you folks on dial up be warned! They start out [simple enough](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052591.jpg), with a few custom graphics, spoilers, and ground effects. Then, they get [a little more elaborate](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052561.jpg). (It gets worse, trust me.)
What possesses someone to [do this to their car?](http://tanetane92.web.infoseek.co.jp/052691.jpg) Seriously. What thought process leads someone to conclude that attaching a huge flat panel to the front of their car, like some sort of half-assed cowcatcher, is a good idea?
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