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Originally Posted by RJ_
I always wonder if I notice it more when I'm in the BMW because it happens more or I'm just expecting it to. Regardless, doesn't really matter to me what they think.
I was on a two lane on-ramp with a new MB and we both got on the highway in a spirited fashion. I like toying with other car people, but as we started getting up to traffic I could tell it was more competitive than friendly. Not wanting to let me over and stuff like that.
He really seemed like he didn't want to let me pass, so when I eventually got next to him where I new the road widened up ahead, I looked over with a kind of "nice car" head nod. He says something to his ~15 year old son in the passenger seat, kid looks over at me and starts laughing. Not wanting to be left out, I laugh back at their smug little faces and zip away to my exit. Not wanting to be outdone, he continues running up into triple digits.  |
I get this from MBZ drivers all the time in the M6. The i8 tends to make everyone smile...the M6 does not. The aggressive stance of the M6, the visceral sound emanating from the pipes lets everyone know that fuquery is going on under the sedate skin.
I do admit to enjoying the driving experience in BMWs and that presents itself through very enthusiastic driving. Enthusiastic and safe. Will I pass someone given the opportunity, if safe? Absolutely. Will I go out of the way and be a tool bag even though the other driver may be one? Meh...depends. I tend to give back what I get. After the M6 was hit by a careless, skill-free driver and now with the i8 being hit by a texter, I tend to have zero patience with my fellow motorists.
Not the way I want to be but keeping myself and my vehicles safe is more important than someones feelings at this point. Fuq'em.