I think Panhards are hilarious in both name and appearance. I had never really noticed this sad little puppy of a car before. It looks like something from the Disney movie "Cars."

Doc, I can't tell you that I think a Citroen is beautiful. And I certainly cannot express my opinion on the finer points of their design in the way you have requested. But I can tell you why I like them.

When I was growing up, my family was MoPar. Everything in my yard was either a Plymouth, a Dodge or for sale. With my dad making ends meet by fixing and selling used cars out of our yard, lots of Forward Look iron drove in and out of our driveway back then, and they are all enduring memories.

But those strange little cars at the end of my street - that pair of Citroens - captivated me, with their sleek futuristic look and those quirky roof mounted tail lights. To my childhood eyes, they literally looked like something from the future or from space.

Now I hear from some that they were good driving cars as well. You know, my dad used to tell me they were good cars. Heh... Just not as good as a Plymouth I guess...

Fear not. Forward Look is definitely my favorite look. But please forgive me if I point out the Citroens when I see them. For me, they are part of a very cherished set of childhood memories.

Panhard... *snicker*