The reasons to make the trip to theDetroit auto show just keep piling up.

I would watch almost any of these shows.

I just about died when I saw this. Best friend thought I went insane.

This has been a story I have enjoyed following almost as much as the Range Rover, which I assume is about to break down again. A very good look into actually owning a supercar.

With all the not so good things happening in our world right now, this was a real positive boost. Thanks.

That is great to hear. So now I just need to test drive it and a TSX wagon and see how I like each. Thanks again for all the help!

That's what I thought. It seemed a bit far fetched, the person who told me is a former V Sedan, former 3.6 sedan, and current 3.6 Impala owner. He only ever has his cars serviced at the dealer, never does anything himself. So I was a bit suspicious.

Haha, great to hear both things! I heard that the 3.6 V6 requires a new synthetic blend only available at dealers and a standard change costs around $100. Can you verify or debunk?

Thanks for your friendliness and help! Have this classic wagon.

A classic wagon for your friendliness and assistance! Thanks!

Minne-snow-duh has been answering my questions too, I appreciate all the help! You guys are friendly and a great help, you make Oppo great!

You just made me very happy. I've been leaning towards something AWD and semi luxury if possible. Since I can't fit in a Forester my search turned began to include any 2WD with current consideration of Crosstour (ridiculously comfy), TSX wagon (not sure about fitting since it is based on the EDM Accord, but it is…

I see what you mean by showing it's age, the older ones did come out of the tail of the recession so I could see that as a contributing factor. Not to mention GM didn't always have an eye for quality inside or out.

Thanks for the info! I've been considering one as my next car and haven't found much in the way of actual accounts of everyday use like this. The prices on used 2011 models are very reasonable for the 3.6 engine. Is yours a RWD or AWD model?

Have you driven the regular non V CTS wagon with the 3.6 V6? How is that model? How do they compare outside of the obvious power differences?

"And now! We present another car that ze Americans shall never drive on their roads! Just like the Golf R Wagon!"

I do wish that Honda had put more money into the production and design of the Crosstour. Either more wagon or more crossover, whichever would have been better for looks. An Accord R would be an excellent addition to the lineup.

It does need a longer roof

That's good to know about the Venza. I know I fit well in the Crosstour, considered the Forester but I just don't feel very comfortable in it long term as far as space for me in the seat. I'll give the Venza a chance before crossing it off the list though.

After looking at some comparisons and reviews, I think I'll test drive a Venza soon to see how I like it.