Last night, heading east on the Queensway, I checked my side mirror and saw the old-Studebaker-style schnozz of the new Subaru Tri-something (Tribecka, Trifecta, whatever). Much to my dismay, as it passed me I realized that its ungainly snout was actually its loveliest side. Sadly, this thing also has a bulge around its beltline like a fat guiy's spare tire. And the taillights form a part of this protuberance, drawing attention to one of the most unattractive styling features of recent years. Now, styling has never Subaru's forte, but they're outdone themselves here. Photos do not do it justice. It is borderline Aztek ugly.
Moments later, I spied a gunmetal-gray roadster on the on-ramp from the 416. Sleeker than a Z-Beemer, more muscular looking than an S2000, it was an all-new shape to me. It merged and I got up close enough for a positive ID. It was a Pontiac Solstice. Photos don't do it justice either, but I mean it in a good way this time. Frankly, the thing is stunningly attractive. Hard to believe it's an entry-level roadster. If it drives anything like it looks, I want one.
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