China's Astonishing Cars

Being a dipsticker, whenever I go on vacation I like to keep an eye out for cars from the local areas. There's just so many interesting cars not made readily available in the states. This was no different on my recent trip to China. There were actually some interesting ones, but others were, well... astonishing. Think media piracy an issue?

It's a Merc S-Cla... wait. hang on


Ah, it's an X5...wait a minute..


Basics only. 4th wheel optional:


Hello Kitty's got nothing on the Panda:

I think it's a bit disconcerting that it's two blokes in the car...

True MPV:


And of course can't leave out the spyshots of top secret models in testing:

The long awaited BMW mini-van has finally surfaced!

Ok ok, joking aside, here are a few actually desirable cars:

Some new type Rover. Remember that this old British brand is now owned by a Chinese automaker. Does look rather nice, but there are no details available.

And a nice looking TT: