Whatever floats your boat, Fran...by the way, the big Lexus 400-series is not the Camry's brother...you're thinking of the smaller front-drive Lexus.

I too was a "motor head", but during the "malaise" years (mainly the 70's), the American motor industry was "out-motored" by the Japanese, mainly by quality and, of course, economy. I had my share of Camaros, Mustangs, and even had a Hemi 'Cuda...lots of fun as long as it was in a straight line.

Today, having a 400 hp vehicle is mainly bragging rights, as there really is no place to drive these vehicles at or near their full potential except a race track...public roads are either too well watched, or full of potholes.

My last American car was a vintage, original condition, 1949 Cadillac, back when they really were the "standard of the world" and it was a real hoot to drive, but for sheer practicality and, still a lot of fun, I really enjoy driving my front-wheel drive (great in winter) 2002 Honda Accord Special edition...great handling (front and rear sway bars), lots of power (VTEC engine) and it even holds all my gear.

I sold the Caddy a few years ago...sometimes I miss it...but, not enough to get another.

Ian

PS...I suppose we've drifted far enough off topic...hee hee!