Hey Mac...what about setting up a survey in here something like...

this

What kind of new X should Fiat produce?
a) Mid-size, with point A to point B speed
b) Small and compact with performance handling, (speed not important)
c) Small, nimble and fast
d) Just a great looking car but also good handling
e) Has to be great looking, fast and a curve straightener

What kind of price range are you looking for? (US Dollars)
a) $11,000 - $14,000
b) $15,000 - $18,000
c) $18,000 - $21,000
d) $22,000 - $25,000
e) $26,000 - $29,000

What improvements would you like to see over the former X1/9?
a) Larger wheel wells and wheels
b) Choice of power plants
c) Accessory packages
d) Other innovative features
e) All of the above

Where should Fiat market a new X?
a) All current Fiat markets only
b) All current Fiat markets plus North America

What material should the exterior consist of?
a) Light gauge steel
b) Fiber
c) Combination of both

A new X should be a
a) Convertible soft top
b) Hard top
c) Targa top
d) Sliding top

A new X should resemble
a) Nothing, it should be an entirely new design standing on its own
b) Parts of the old X
c) A retro version of the original X

A new X should be…
a) Front wheel drive front engine
b) All wheel drive front engine
c) Front engine rear wheel drive
d) Mid-engine rear wheel drive

I know these are generic but I think it is better at provoking positives about a new car rather than someone coming in an saying that in no way would they be interested. One thing I learned...never say never because it will come back to bite you.

So if something like this...(better questions maybe or improve on these as I typed them up quickly)...were made up I think things would be much more positive. I think it is natural for some people to say that something can't be done.

If you feel that even this would hurt I ask you to go ahead and delete this post.

Mark