[2banana]

You know what is a big part of it for me? I can not bring myself into buying an American car made by a union. I feel like I am supporting the enemy knowing that the union will use my money (wages and dues) to support every left wing socialist nut in the next election.

I wish unions would stick to union issues.

[ThirstyMan]

Interesting Point!
I bought Japanese for the quality -- ALONE -- but your pov has merit as well.

[GrandEagle]

You may have a point BUT, If we continue to avoid American automobiles, the very last industry left here in the States will be gone.
When our economy collapses union or non union - it won't really matter.
I've had some really bad "run-ins" with unions too, but I still support American Built, American owned, automobiles.

Cordially,
GE

[bert]

....I wish unions would stick to union issues....

Politics is a union issue. Politics allows what they cherish most.....more pay less work or get some one else to do the work for you. Politics is mother's milk to the great American (Union) Working Man who is always looking for how to get out of work while recieving the same or greater wage.

[1Old Pro]

I feel like I am supporting the enemy knowing that the union will use my money (wages and dues) to support every left wing socialist nut in the next election.

Good point. I like buying BMW's because the German auto unions are crippling the German economy, while building great cars, making Germany less influential in the world.

[ken21]

i agree.

but i made a mistake of buying the only new american auto of my lifetime. previously i had purchased japanese.

the japanese cars are superior.

my new chevrolet had several things that fell apart immediately afterwards, not to mention that i go screwed by the dealership. chevrolet handled my complaints in an unprofessional manner.

my next car will be japanese and any agreements between me and the dealer will be in writing.

i hope gm goes broke.