Illinois’ Dream Car Brand Falls Short of Luxury Expectations

Illinois residents know how to live within their means, and this survey proves it.

Living in Illinois, I wouldn't want a luxurious car only because it'd be ruined during the winter months with all the snow and salt.  I guess I'd store it away for winter, but that doesn't sound like fun!

My dad's a mechanic and loves working on cars.  He always told me Honda or Toyota are my best bet if I want very little problems.  He was right... I've had my Honda for six years and all I ever need to do is get oil changes and add windshield wiper fluid.

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Apparently, the rest of Illinois is in the same boat when it comes to their cars.  We take a more realistic, practical approach to dream cars.  According to a survey at tintingchicago, the top dream car in Illinois isn't as exciting as you'd think.

When you hear "dream car", you probably think Jaguar, Maserati, Porshe... you know what I'm getting at.

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Illinoisans?  We couldn't care less about those car brands.  Nope.

Illinois' dream car brand is Ford.

"While Ford and Toyota make all different types of vehicles, their trucks, like the Ford F-150 and Toyota Tundra, are popular for those who live in areas where farming, ranching, and other occupations that require high horsepower are the norm." [tintingchicago]

 

If you take a look at the top 10 "Dream Cars" list, they were mainly luxury vehicles.  To some, Ford is luxury!  One person's trash is another's treasure, right?

"Both Ford and Toyota are considered to be a status symbol in enough areas to make the list. This shows that not all areas view driving a luxury car as the highest statement of status on the road." [tintingchicago]