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It may be what's on the inside that counts, but it's what's on the outside that attracts. So what kind of car do you drive? News 8 spoke with a San Diego dating coach about men and their cars.
Every guy can tell you every car they've ever driven, but they might not be able to tell you what that car said about them. If you're trying to jump start your love life, San Diego's "Date Doctor" Deanna Lorraine says when it comes to men and their cars, women are watching.
"A lot of women do it, and it definitely sends an impression," Lorraine said.
Paulie drives a BMW 330.
"It's fast, it's smooth and it attracts a lot of women," he said.
But the Date Doctor says too much bling might chase women away.
"It does seem like the type of guy who drives a sports car who maybe won't commit to you may be kind of a player," Lorraine said.
Eddie calls his tricked-out Chrysler a "chick magnet".
"All kinds - black, white, Mexican, Asian - they all love it. Everybody loves this car," Eddie said.
But what does a luxury sedan like Bernie's Lexus say about a man?
"That he's big paycheck, big ego and not afraid to show it," Lorraine said.
That brings us to gas guzzlers. The Date Doctor says watch out ladies. Big truck guys can be insecure.
"Maybe over-compensating for something that is lacking, because they have this huge, lifted truck," Lorraine said.
News 8's Jeff Zevely wanted to find out what the Date Doctor thought his Honda Accord said about him.
"I drive this car because I want something that starts every time and gets good gas mileage," Zevely said.
Deanna says Jeff is safe, a bit boring, but reliable.
"A lot of women would think you're like the commitment type of guy who is not going to trade them in for something younger and hotter, per se," she said.
Deanna Lorraine consults for LeaseTrader.com, and says if you want to start attracting a different type of woman, it may start with a new car or attitude.