"Let's do that. As I stated, making high poly count models is easier than low poly count, especially if you're trying to get it to look decent. Have you ever used a 3D modeler?"
Last I checked this was about rendering the cars AND fitting them in the memory. That is not easier, and you fail for twisting things around so much.
A flashy-first game is awesome when it comes out. A great-first game is awesome forever.
Plus, just for the hell of it: Kelly Brook at the 2008 BAFTAs