Support Our Troops Magnets / Decals?

DJ 83 · 03-09-2008, 12:37 AM

What are your thoughts?

I have a few friends that are in the military and have always supported them. I had a magnet on my Dodge Neon, until it got stolen which didn't take long. But what do you think of having one on an E90? Not the type of car that suits it? On a pick-up or SUV I think it's on the right turf, but a 3 Series?

If anything this time I'd go with the inside window decal instead of the magnet to avoid it being stolen. I just hope I don't get keyed instead!

-D.J.

BB · 03-09-2008, 12:38 AM

Doesn't matter what type of car you have, put it on there.

BMWMC · 03-09-2008, 12:43 AM

Put it on there! Support them!! Just make sure it doesnt affect your paint in anyway!

Pimp Star · 03-09-2008, 01:45 AM

I support our troops; not our Government. Massive respect to anyone who risks his/her life for freedom and equality. I'd say keep your opinions to yourself, and, magnets/stickers do not belong on any car; espeically a Bimmer.

Saturn · 03-09-2008, 01:55 AM

I wonder where the magnets themselves are manufactured, and where and how much of the proceeds from the sale of these magnets actually go to 'support the troops.' Further, in the context of money from the proceeds of magnets/stickers, what does 'supporting the troops' actually mean? Whose pocket is being filled?

DJ 83 · 03-10-2008, 12:55 PM

I still remember the situation we had here a few years back in Ottawa on July 1st (Canada Day) when those paper Canadian flags were handed out to anyone that was downtown and wanted one, but it read "Made in China" near the bottom! What a let down that was for many. You would think that Canada, with it's number one natural resource being WOOD, that maybe they can make their own paper flags here! But you know, they just had to save on labor costs.

As for the magnet I had on my Neon before, it was the American style yellow one and read "Made in USA". It was a relief knowing that it was made in North America. Actually, I wouldn't buy it if it wasn't.

I too wonder if some of the proceeds from the Canadian ribbons here actually go to the armed forces, or perhaps war veterans?

-D.J.

STE92VE · 03-10-2008, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Pimp Star

I'd say keep your opinions to yourself, and, magnets/stickers do not belong on any car; espeically a Bimmer.

Guess your advice is for everyone, except you.......

Couch · 03-10-2008, 01:08 PM

Nothing goes on my car. I still can't bring myself to put up my alumni sticker...lol.

nub340 · 03-10-2008, 01:09 PM

I think this pretty much sums it up for me:

While I DO "support" or troops, I also drive a sports car with > 300hp. I wouldn't even consider rocking a yellow ribbon on such a vehicle, it is fucking retarded. If you REALLY want to support our troops, stop using OIL.

voltron1011 · 03-10-2008, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by nub340

I think this pretty much sums it up for me:

OIL.

phantom330 · 03-10-2008, 01:25 PM

I don't really see what good putting a magnet on your car does. If you want to support the troops there are other ways in my opinion. But if you want a magnet on your car go for it!

Gig103 · 03-10-2008, 01:35 PM

"Support Chinese magnet factories that are exploiting your patriotism"

Firefly6 · 03-10-2008, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by BMWMC

Put it on there! Support them!! Just make sure it doesnt affect your paint in anyway!

nub340 · 03-10-2008, 02:02 PM

BTW, my cousin and one of my good friends are in Iraq. I still wouldn't put a yellow ribbon on my car. Instead, when they're back on leave, I take them out and/or throw a huge BBQ and invite all our friends. That's the kind of shit that lifts their spirits and keep them motivated over there. To know they've got good things to go back to. Not a fucking sticker/magnet.

View Poll Results: Support Our Troops Ribbons - Yes or No?
I support our troops, I don't mind the ribbon magnets on my car.	5	9.62%
I don't support our troops so I will never slap on a yellow ribbon on my trunk.	4	7.69%
I support our troops, but I don't support tackiness - no propaganda on my vehicle.	22	42.31%
I keep my political opinions to myself, my car is not a billboard, keep it clean I say!	21	40.38%
Voters: 52. You may not vote on this poll

03-09-2008, 12:37 AM	#1
DJ 83 Private 3 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ottawa, ON iTrader: (0)	Support Our Troops Magnets / Decals? What are your thoughts? I have a few friends that are in the military and have always supported them. I had a magnet on my Dodge Neon, until it got stolen which didn't take long. But what do you think of having one on an E90? Not the type of car that suits it? On a pick-up or SUV I think it's on the right turf, but a 3 Series? If anything this time I'd go with the inside window decal instead of the magnet to avoid it being stolen. I just hope I don't get keyed instead! -D.J.
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BB n00b 4 Rep 138 Posts Drives: 2008 335i Coupe Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Seattle, WA iTrader: (0)	Doesn't matter what type of car you have, put it on there. __________________ word.
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BMWMC Lieutenant 40 Rep 487 Posts Drives: '09 528i Sedan and X5 4.8i SAV Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: SC iTrader: (0)	Put it on there! Support them!! Just make sure it doesnt affect your paint in anyway! __________________ Mine --> '14 BMW 535i - Alpine White / Black Wife --> '14 BMW X5 3.5i - Space Gray / Mocha Personal--> '08 GMC Yukon XL Denali - Dark Slate Black / Gray Personal--> '09 Nissan Maxima 3.5SV - Winter Frost / Charcoal
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Saturn Private First Class 4 Rep 177 Posts Drives: E92 M3 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Toronto, Canada iTrader: (0)	I wonder where the magnets themselves are manufactured, and where and how much of the proceeds from the sale of these magnets actually go to 'support the troops.' Further, in the context of money from the proceeds of magnets/stickers, what does 'supporting the troops' actually mean? Whose pocket is being filled?
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03-10-2008, 12:55 PM	#6
DJ 83 Private 3 Rep 59 Posts Drives: 2011 335xi M Sport Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Ottawa, ON iTrader: (0)	I still remember the situation we had here a few years back in Ottawa on July 1st (Canada Day) when those paper Canadian flags were handed out to anyone that was downtown and wanted one, but it read "Made in China" near the bottom! What a let down that was for many. You would think that Canada, with it's number one natural resource being WOOD, that maybe they can make their own paper flags here! But you know, they just had to save on labor costs. As for the magnet I had on my Neon before, it was the American style yellow one and read "Made in USA". It was a relief knowing that it was made in North America. Actually, I wouldn't buy it if it wasn't. I too wonder if some of the proceeds from the Canadian ribbons here actually go to the armed forces, or perhaps war veterans? -D.J.
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Couch Colonel 146 Rep 2,900 Posts Drives: E92 335i Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston iTrader: (0) Garage List 2007 E92 335i [0.00]	Nothing goes on my car. I still can't bring myself to put up my alumni sticker...lol.
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nub340 First Lieutenant 34 Rep 324 Posts Drives: 2009 335i E92 M-Sport 6MT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: West L.A. 90066 iTrader: (0)	I think this pretty much sums it up for me: While I DO "support" or troops, I also drive a sports car with > 300hp. I wouldn't even consider rocking a yellow ribbon on such a vehicle, it is fucking retarded. If you REALLY want to support our troops, stop using OIL. __________________ R135 │ 2009 335i E92 6MT / LeMans Blue / Black Dakota / Gray Poplar └┼┼┤ │ Premium / M-Sport / Nav / HD / PDC .246 │ Heated Seats / iPod+USB / Smartphone Integration
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03-10-2008, 01:25 PM	#11
phantom330 Captain 18 Rep 892 Posts Drives: e93 335i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: OH iTrader: (0)	I don't really see what good putting a magnet on your car does. If you want to support the troops there are other ways in my opinion. But if you want a magnet on your car go for it!
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Gig103 Major 78 Rep 1,324 Posts Drives: 2014 Tesla P85D Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Gilbert, AZ iTrader: (1)	"Support Chinese magnet factories that are exploiting your patriotism" __________________ Was: 2008 335xi sedan 6MT Black Sapphire Metallic Is: 2014 Tesla P85D (Blue Metallic) Wife's: 2013 Infiniti G37 S sedan 6MT, Black
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nub340 First Lieutenant 34 Rep 324 Posts Drives: 2009 335i E92 M-Sport 6MT Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: West L.A. 90066 iTrader: (0)	BTW, my cousin and one of my good friends are in Iraq. I still wouldn't put a yellow ribbon on my car. Instead, when they're back on leave, I take them out and/or throw a huge BBQ and invite all our friends. That's the kind of shit that lifts their spirits and keep them motivated over there. To know they've got good things to go back to. Not a fucking sticker/magnet. __________________ R135 │ 2009 335i E92 6MT / LeMans Blue / Black Dakota / Gray Poplar └┼┼┤ │ Premium / M-Sport / Nav / HD / PDC .246 │ Heated Seats / iPod+USB / Smartphone Integration
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