Simviation Forum - Toyota introduces the Camry to NASCAR

Feb 15^th, 2006 at 8:59pm

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Well for the first time in the history of NASCAR, a foreign manufacturer is being used to race.

Any thoughts? Or am I the only redneck NASCAR fan on SimV. Tongue

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Reply #1 - Feb 15^th, 2006 at 9:38pm

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Any thoughts? Or am I the only redneck NASCAR fan on SimV. Tongue

maybe. My thoughts on NASCAR: would be fun to compete in, but not too fun to watch (imho).

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Reply #2 - Feb 16^th, 2006 at 5:16pm

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I been following NASCAR since 1971 when the cars were driven off the showroom floor and then modified.

As for Toyota coming into NASCAR, I think it sucks!! Angry

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Reply #3 - Feb 16^th, 2006 at 5:28pm

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As for Toyota coming into NASCAR, I think it sucks

Why? afraid of some competition?

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Reply #4 - Feb 16^th, 2006 at 5:56pm

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Well Craig it's a bit different than F1. If Ford or Chevy came into F1, they would like it I bet. However with NASCAR it's usually a bunch of Americans who like to see American cars being raced.

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Reply #5 - Feb 16^th, 2006 at 6:22pm

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Which is why it has very little following in other countries. Some people fail to realise how helpful an international fan base is. It brings in that extra money to improve the sport.
As for ford and Chevy in F1. Ford through cosworth are already in F1 and for a time were one of the more sucessful teams in F1. Chevy I am not 100% but I think they may have tried out. I'm all for opening up any sport like this to those who can compete. Keeps things interesting. And if you think about it, it will make the American manufacturers improve their products.

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Reply #6 - Feb 16^th, 2006 at 6:29pm

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Why? afraid of some competition?

Granted the Camrys sold in the States are built in States but, the company is still foreign owned. Stock car racing is suppose to be an American sport and us Rednecks don't want to see a foreign car running.
Thats what happen to USAC Indy cars and look where there at now-No More! The IRL is a joke an F-1 has it's problems. Don't get me wrong NASCAR has it's own problems but, they are handling a little better then the rest.
Back to the dirt tracks soon!! Grass roots racing Grin

Toyota won't be a factor for a couple years.

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Reply #7 - Feb 17^th, 2006 at 4:03pm

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*technically* The Toyota Camy is an "American" car because it is made in "America"

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Reply #8 - Feb 17^th, 2006 at 4:05pm

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Which is why it has very little following in other countries. Some people fail to realise how helpful an international fan base is. It brings in that extra money to improve the sport.
As for ford and Chevy in F1. Ford through cosworth are already in F1 and for a time were one of the more sucessful teams in F1. Chevy I am not 100% but I think they may have tried out. I'm all for opening up any sport like this to those who can compete. Keeps things interesting. And if you think about it, it will make the American manufacturers improve their products.

Uh, I think Nascar is making plenty of $$$ with Americans.

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Reply #9 - Feb 17^th, 2006 at 4:16pm

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Uh, I think Nascar is making plenty of $$$ with Americans.

Of course, more than any other motorsport in the US. But the extra money is always a plus to help developements.
You just then have to be careful not to end up in a situation simmilar to F1 with certain teams getting more than others.

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Reply #10 - Feb 18^th, 2006 at 6:05pm

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Of course, more than any other motorsport in the US. But the extra money is always a plus to help developements.
You just then have to be careful not to end up in a situation simmilar to F1 with certain teams getting more than others.

NASCAR knows this. That is why the bounty is shared quite evenly- just like how the cars are designed identically.

BTW: NASCAR is not just the motorsport with the biggest $$$, it is the most profitable American "sport". Biggest # of spectators, most expensive tickets-> you do the math

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Reply #11 - Feb 18^th, 2006 at 8:44pm

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I beg to differ with the price of tickets. The amout of people is right though.

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Reply #12 - Feb 18^th, 2006 at 9:37pm

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I beg to differ with the price of tickets. The amout of people is right though.

Name any american sport that has regular season tickets for over $300?

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Reply #13 - Feb 18^th, 2006 at 9:40pm

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Oh and I forgot to mention-> I really like Camrys. Plenty of room, power, comfort for an import. The ride is nice, and the handling is great.

Although, I wonder if thats because its the only other "car" I drive besides my Mustang?

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Reply #14 - Feb 19^th, 2006 at 6:53am

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Oh and I forgot to mention-> I really like Camrys. Plenty of room, power, comfort for an import

You'll find those are always better in imports. except the power side of things. Ride and comfort in most american cars just cant compete with european and japanese cars.

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