LA Blues

Some interesting cars at the 2006 LA Auto Show.

Ford Mustang Giugiaro Concept
The all-American muscle car has finally received attention from an Italian scalpel and the 500 bhp motor from the GT.

While scissor doors might seem more up Lamborghini's street than Blue Oval's lane, it does look mean. However, Ford execs denied any possibility of it making production. Then again, stranger things have happened...

Acura Advanced Sedan Concept
No, this Acura isn't the next star of an impending Back To The Future remake, but it doesn't really deserve any smirks for its, er, funny design either.

This is Acura's "" Honda's American luxury brand "" idea of what the future holds for the currently conservative humble sedan. With a brushed silhouette, clean, if odd, lines and the bold stance, the advanced sedan concept echoes the meeting of a sedan in a sporty greenhouse. Or something like that.

Volkswagen Tiguan
The 2008 Tiguan is poised to take on the likes of the Honda CR-V, the BMW X3 and the Freelander.

A hybrid name (Tiger+Iguana!), the crossover will be powered by either a turbocharged 2000cc inline four or a larger V6. A 2000cc new-gen TDi diesel will also be available.