If you don’t think perception plays any part in this issue, take a look at kbb.com and check out the resale value on equall equiped Pontiac Vibe and Toyota Matrix. They were built in the same plant and yet the Toyota demands a higher resale value. How can the same car be worth less because of a badge? Public perception. People not willing to consider the possibility GM is trying to make a change in their reputation. Take it back a few years…
Geo Prizm = cheap car
Toyota Corrolla = economy car
again, same car
Don’t drive a rental car and wonder why is doesn’t handle like a sports car. Don’t drive a family car, and wonder why it won’t win at Le Mans.
Why are the seats designed for fat asses, thats what Americans are. If you are 300lbs, side bolsters are a pain in the back. Believe it or not, SOME (not all) of the things that annoy you are intentional, to suit the masses not individuals.