VIDEO: Hoofy and Boo's take on the Chrysler-Fiat tie up
Hoofy and Boo: Click above to watch the video after the jump
You may or may not have heard of Hoofy and Boo. They're animated characters from the site Minyanville. Hoofy is the big, confident anchorman that just so happens to be a CGI bull. Boo is a bit more cynical about the world at large, and it appears he's not very fond of Chrysler or Fiat for that matter.
The two took on the issue of the Chrysler-Fiat tie-up, with Hoofy behind the desk and Boo on-location in the most blight-filled location in Detroit. While Hoofy was all about the alliance and Chrysler's restructuring, Boo seems to want to dance on the grave of both companies. He points out the poor quality records of both companies, and gets in some zingers about some of the failed vehicles of both companies past. And yes, you do hear gun shots and police sirens in the background.
The caption for the video is "two turkeys combine in an ill-conceived effort to make an eagle." Too bad Chrysler ditched Eagle over 10 years ago. Hit the jump to view the two minute video for yourself.
[Source: Minyanville]
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Rick C. 5:33PM (5/19/2009)
Failed attempt at....anything.
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Tricky dicky 5:34PM (5/19/2009)
comical. like a school bus fire.
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Marcello 6:06PM (5/19/2009)
LMAO!!!
wally 5:37PM (5/19/2009)
Big waste of time Minyanville!!!!!!!!!!
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adam1drift 5:39PM (5/19/2009)
too bad its so ture....
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jinushaun 5:51PM (5/19/2009)
I agree that Fiat has no business buying up anyone. It was in shambles only a few years ago. Between Opel and Chrysler, Fiat will be in over their head. But any buyer is better than nothing for Chrysler.
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Shiftright 6:35PM (5/19/2009)
True, Fiat was in shambles just a few years ago, but it just goes to show how quickly the fortunes of large corporations can change. They are curently the only European manufacturer to actually be turning a profit, increasing market share in the process. They have accomplished this with savvy business maneuvering by Marchionne, clever restructuring and well designed,fuel efficient, fun to drive stylish small cars. Remember also that Fiat paid nothing for Chrysler, and the proposed Opel deal may just involve Fiat taking over GM Europe's liabilities.
Frank 7:53AM (5/20/2009)
"True, Fiat was in shambles just a few years ago, but it just goes to show how quickly the fortunes of large corporations can change."
True Dat. I remember lots of people saying in the news back in '89-91 (no internet then) that Chrysler was done, stick a fork in her. Next thing you know there building great vehicles, exploiting untouched markets, and making money hand over fist. Ford has done this in th past. So has Nissan. Now I hear how FIAT has done it. The only automaker I know that has not fundamentally changed and turned itself around is GM. Yes they have had some profitable yers and good cars, but I've never seen a fundamental turnaround in their culture or business. Maybe it's because they were too big. I hope that after C11 they will be small enough to break their own mold.
Erik 6:07PM (5/19/2009)
Wow. What a waste of time. Guess there's a reason no one's heard of "Hoofy and Boo"
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Flea 6:12PM (5/19/2009)
just what we needed...a CGI bear stereotyping detroit and Italian manufacturers, completely ignoring the projected 1 billion $ income for Fiat's 2009 from their own sales alone.
I actually watched another video of these guys after that where they say wikipedia is pointless compared to google because google makes more money. I don't think I'm going to need more "illumination" on what company is good or bad from these guys anymore.
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stratojet 6:28PM (5/19/2009)
Small minds, small people. No respect for the lives of thousands and thousands of workers.
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audifan 6:48PM (5/19/2009)
Really autoblog?? You entertain us with this utter garbage, you post weeks old internet news as "new" and continue to interject your own personal opinions in your stories.
I REALLY hope none of you get paid to keep this site running....
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danotoriousb 8:30PM (5/19/2009)
LOL. This is a blog, not really a news source. Matter of fact its even called Auto Blog. Now check this out, blogs typically have something called an opinion in them. Its crazy I know!
Anyway, I just thought Id let you know youre an idiot.
ederer62 6:54PM (5/19/2009)
After M&B's rape and pillage, it's a wonder that anyone would dare to pick up Chrysler. Lets hope they can turn it around. Funny cartoon.
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UtahAlumnus 12:44PM (5/20/2009)
I had low expectations... they were not met.
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13enS 7:02PM (5/19/2009)
It's much funnier when you look at this as an example of journalism today....
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Rogue_G 7:07PM (5/19/2009)
Great, CGI furry journalism. A+ reporting there, guys..
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BigWill 7:34PM (5/19/2009)
A lot funnier than I expected after reading the comments here. Boo only said what a lot of people have said about the tie up. I guess the pics of the rusted out Fiats and Chryslers hit a nerve somewhere.
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danotoriousb 8:28PM (5/19/2009)
lol at all the Americans sad about Chrysler. Get over it, they made worthless cars anyway
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Glenn 1:12AM (5/20/2009)
waste of time.
never heard of them .. hope to never see them again.
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