I don't think that's true. To state what is probably obvious, the SUV thing is a status-symbol fad. I think its already passing, actually. I also think that the International monstrosity is too late for the market and will be a huge flop.

My SO has a theory about the new status symbol for the 'burbs in America. I think she's on to something: rare (and pretentious) pure-breed dogs.

Yep.

Jim