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Old Jan 19, 2002 | 04:39 PM
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Which one would you choose: SLR or Carrera GT

I personally would pick the Carrera GT. The sound of the V10 just turns me into an excited little boy. Too bad it costs half a million dollars.

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Old Jan 19, 2002 | 09:54 PM
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The Carrera GT is one of my dream cars, but I would have to go with the SLR. I like everyting about that car.
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Old Jan 20, 2002 | 05:48 AM
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SLR. Its got the sleeker shape.
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Old Jan 21, 2002 | 02:07 PM
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SLR! Just looks too good to eat!
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Old Jan 25, 2002 | 07:59 PM
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Old Feb 7, 2002 | 04:43 AM
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One SLR for me, please!
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Old Feb 7, 2002 | 04:53 PM
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The SLR, for many reasons. The main: IT A BENZ.
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