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DaveGibson · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 7:33 pm Post subject: COTY 2010 Finalists

The seven finalists for the 2010 COTY have been announced. They are:

Citroën C3 Picasso
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Opel / Vauxhall Astra
Peugeot 3008
Skoda Yeti
Toyota iQ
Volkswagen Polo

Having no experience of any of them, other than what I've read, I think I'd have to go for the Astra, probably followed by the E-Class.

Matt · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 7:37 pm Post subject:

The 3008 would have been my choice, if they hadn't put the daft gaping mouth on it (which they've removed for the 5008, hurrah!). Its interior reminds me of the R8's and looks very inviting.

I imagine the IQ will win, despite it not being revolutionary.
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Frank Bullitt · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 9:39 pm Post subject:

A list with all the inspiration of an Eastenders plot-line. I really can't muster any enthusiasm for a single one - quite like the Polo and E-klasse but hardly 'CotY' stuff. Voting will be all over the place as there isn't an Italian option.

Saw one of those 3008's the other day - even in the current world of questionably designed Pug's it's a beacon of munterness - looked like one of those Pontiac Azteks but without the elegant undertones.

As for the winner, make it the C3 Picasso which everyone seems to frig themselves over - even with a soft-spot for any half-decent Citroen I can't see the appeal at all.
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DetmoldDick · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:09 pm Post subject:

It has to be the iQ for me.

The rest show no signs of inspiration whatsoever IMVHO
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woof woof · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:25 pm Post subject:

The list is boring, political and predictable. I'll take as much interest in it as I have in previous years, none.
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Stuntman · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:51 pm Post subject:

I'd vote Yeti. Best name, good car, comedy pricing.
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Bob Sacramento · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:53 pm Post subject:

I'd give it to Mercedes just for having the nerve to sub-contract out the styling on the E-Class to Hyundai and not giving them credit.
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Skyhook · Posted: Mon Nov 02, 2009 11:54 pm Post subject:

I like the C3 Picasso (as much as you can judge a car without actually driving one), certainly best looking of its breed (not saying much admittedly) and has a certain Tardis quality, but there's no way I'd nominate it for a CotY award.

Of that worthy but dull bunch I guess I'd have to say iQ for reasons given, or Astra for the way Vauxhall have raised their game - even if I'm not keen on it.

Astra would be a good sympathy vote winner too.
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Rodge · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 12:11 am Post subject:

Is it not COTY 2010?

No experience of any of them. If I was given one, I'd take the E Class though.

Obviously

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Big TC · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 12:20 am Post subject:

woof woof · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 12:38 am Post subject:

"Not often I agree with Alan"

Statistically you agree with me more than anyone else here.
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DaveGibson · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 1:53 am Post subject:

BeN · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 6:37 am Post subject:

I don't have a favourite among the list, but I guess the iQ will win it.
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Dr. Hfuhruhurr · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 9:07 am Post subject: Re: COTY 2010 Finalists

The jurors have 25 points, which they must split between five cars, with no more than 10 points per car, and no joint winners. In which case ...

Mercedes-Benz E-Class 10
Skoda Yeti 9
Volkswagen Polo 3
Toyota iQ 2
Citroën C3 Picasso 1

Mark · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 9:23 am Post subject: Re: COTY 2010 Finalists

BeN · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 9:55 am Post subject:

We should have our own COTY.

Oh wait a minute...
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Big TC · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 10:09 am Post subject:

Twelfth Monkey · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 10:16 am Post subject:

TimR · Posted: Tue Nov 03, 2009 1:08 pm Post subject:

There's absolutely nothing new in any of the cars in that list that I'm aware of.

Can I add the Alfa 8C Spyder* to the list and vote for it instead?

*I know there's nothing new in it but at least it's good looking and sounds nice