People, he doesn't like the looks. Arguing with him isn't productive. Also, Clarkie, he said he doesn't like the Eagle either. Why, I have no idea, but he doesn't.
You do have some other options that shouldn't require any special RP.
The Virage, Charon, and Marauder are probably the easiest non-BHG ships to justify outside of the Eagle (which I used to use, but BHG| doesn't allow it). The Zoners sell the Virage and Marauder, the latter's infocard even says that anyone who can afford it can buy it. The Charon is a civilian ship built by the IMG and sold to the general public.
The Crow and Raven's Talon are also options, but they tend to have pirate connotations. They are civilian or equivalent, however. Keep in mind that everyone and their dog has a Raven's Talon.
