Conventional wisdom has it that an expensive sports car represents an extension of virility.
However, much to the consternation of Porsche and Ferrari dealerships, and men of a certain age, the length and breadth of the land, a new survey suggests the opposite may be true.
Kerb appeal: Eco cars fared better
Almost half of men questioned in the motoring website poll felt that an expensive car made them appear sexier, but a similar proportion of women said it made men seem ‘arrogant, self-centred and dangerous’ on the road.’
Cars perceived as environmentally friendly fared much better in making the driver appealing, and relatively modest cars such as the Ford Mondeo were associated with a good work ethic.
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Bros
I wonder how long before women will say the same thing about lycramen on expensive flashy mountain and racing bikes in contrast to riders of modest but practical upright bicycles who are travelling in comfort to do the shopping or make their way to the office.
Amoeba
What about recumbent riders?
Much more comfortable and definitely more laid-back!
whobiggs
Are men really that stupid? Probably, I think it was Bette Midler that coined the phrase BCSD – big car small…..!
TV John
Yay! Plus 1 for recumbent riders. Unfortunately the design of mine means that I pretty much have to wear specialist clothing of some sort as I tend to get greasy marks down one leg, and that generally means lycra. If there was any practical alternative I’d take it.