These Cars Make It Most Obvious That You Bought A Base Model - Jalopnik

A new Jalopnik roundup argues that certain cars make it especially obvious when buyers opt for the base trim. The discussion spotlights two examples. One is the Toyota Corolla Cross L, dubbed “the Mennonite Special” by a reader, a label meant to highlight how plainly spec’d the lower model can feel. The other is the BMW X2, increasingly spotted in Los Angeles with permanent registration stickers—suggesting more fleet or base-spec sales. Visible telltales like unpainted black plastic wheel-arch trim and its bold, “Waluigi”/“Joker” face are cited as design cues that broadcast the cheaper option. The post invites readers to compare community answers.