We all have one car that we’re kind of ashamed to like. It’s a guilty pleasure, and even people who are able to drive loads of new and fancy cars can have some puzzling favorites. Here, your AutoGuide.com editors let you in on their guilty pleasure vehicles. What car are you ashamed to like? Tell us in the comments below!
Mike Schlee, Road Test Editor: Nissan Juke NISMO RS and Buick Regal GS
“The Oldsmobile Alero is the most underrated car of recent time. Oh wait … this has to be about current vehicles? Fine.
For me, it’s a bit of a tossup. The first is a small crossover with bizarre styling and not much space for anything. But when the Nissan Juke receives the NISMO RS treatment, it’s a hilarious blast to drive. Even if it is regulated to front-wheel drive, a six-speed manual receiving 215 hp from a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine is a riot. Plus, the Juke’s controversial styling is turned up about 34 notches when transformed to NISMO RS.
My other guilty pleasure is a Buick. Yup, a Buick. I guess that’s not much of a surprise from a guy who bought an Oldsmobile … new … for his first car. But the Regal GS just ticks off all the right boxes for me. Nearly 300 lb-ft of torque, all-wheel drive and a well-balanced chassis that blends performance and comfort appeals to this mid-30s new dad. Now when’s the early bird special begin?”
Jodi Lai, Managing Editor: Nissan Juke NISMO RS
Sami Haj-Assaad, Features Editor: Ford Flex
Craig Cole, Associate Editor: Ford Transit Connect
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Is this the coolest car around? Hardly. The TC is frumpy, somewhat noisy inside and not all that fast, but it’s ideal for hauling stuff or even camping trips. In a lot of ways, it’s a lot like a pickup truck with an enclosed bed and that’s enough to make it cool, right?”
Stephen Elmer, News Editor: GMC Sierra 3500
