well, after having a subscription to motor trend for several years; i've yet to be more then disapointed with any head-to-head tests they've had...
dont forget, taht they also had (a great car, but not really COY material) the new T-bird as car of the year as well... even knowing a major defect, and not printing anything about it
also, they for some reason had a beetle cab. vs. a T-bird in winter driving comparison :roll: :roll: