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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
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Since im a getbigger. I drive an F-18.
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2002 Porsche 911
Muffler delete & a few interior upgrades.
Trading for 19" HRE 3 piece wheels next week or so.
I'll be selling it soon.
Next car will be 911 as well. Everyday driving is so much fun in this car.
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Currently drive a 98 Firebird.
I have owned the following -
68 Chevelle SS - 500" big block I built myself, street car that ran low 10's
70 Chevelle Malibu
67 Pontiac Lemans
68 Pontiac Firebird
All cars I built the engines myself.
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I modify everything I own.
1994 Corvette: Ported heads/cam/headers/4.10 gears
2001 SVT Ford Lightning: Ported supercharger/4lb lower pulley/headers/cai
2001 Corvette Vert: Lingenfelter twin turbo
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I have a 2001 Mustang GT that i just built a forged 4.6l engine that can handle 600+ HP. I plan on putting a HP twin turbo kit on it in a few weeks. Should put around 550 HP to the wheels. Really looking forward to it.
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2004 Mustang Cobra SVT
Stage 4 Stiegemeier Port job on factory blower, upgraded injectors, 2lbs pulley, JLP intake with a SLP Loudmouth catback exhaust. 8)
Sorry fellas, no 22's or any of that bullshit right over here... ;D
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I have a base model 2007 Honda Accord.
I'm such a badass!
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2004 Mustang Cobra SVT
Stage 4 Stiegemeier Port job on factory blower, upgraded injectors, 2lbs pulley, JLP intake with a SLP Loudmouth catback exhaust. 8)
Sorry fellas, no 22's or any of that bullshit right over here... ;D
Nice, always wanted a Terminator.
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04 530 bmw,,,
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I have a base model 2007 Honda Accord.
I'm such a badass!
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One of the most reliable mid-sized, reasonably priced sedans on the market. Swap the timing belt, water pump at 100k miles(along with routine maintenance), and that thing will last 200K miles with no problems. I'm a Honda Fan too. 8)
Nice, always wanted a Terminator.
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Thanks man! I've always admired Termi's for the longest. So the moment I saw this one at a steal of a price, I bought a plane ticket and took delivery before the dealer's autotrader ad could hit 6hrs old online lol...
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Here's my ride...not me shooting.
I'm driving
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My 50th is coming up in August. Right now we have a 2012 Volkswagon CC (wifes) I'm driving my 2004 Dodge Durango (that I love) but want a sports car, preferably a Porsche. Need to satisfy the mid-life crisis..haha.
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My 50th is coming up in August. Right now we have a 2012 Volkswagon CC (wifes) I'm driving my 2004 Dodge Durango (that I love) but want a sports car, preferably a Porsche. Need to satisfy the mid-life crisis..haha.
I'm selling mine soon!
What better present than a 911??
Ha!
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I'm selling mine soon!
What better present than a 911??
Ha!
What year is yours? It's a Carrera...yes?
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2002 Porsche 911 Carrera
It's the first year of the 3.6 Liter engine with 318 HP
Has mainteance records since day one!
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2003 Mercury Marauder - Trilogy Supercharged, 4.10 gears, 3000 stall single disc P.I Industries converter, Dynotech driveshaft
2012 Mustang GT 5.0 - stock
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Just bought a new Lexus ES350 today
my last car was a Nissan Maxima and I drove that thing for 14 years for 223k miles
decided it was about time for an upgrade
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I have a base model 2007 Honda Accord.
I'm such a badass!
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Bet its the only true story on here, All the "porsche" owners will be jelly as fuck.
BTW Ive got a 93 Nissan Primera. Drivers side windows doesnt work, power stearing is on its way out rear demister doesnt work and she has 191000kms on the clock. Ive owned her for 12 years and If she lasts Ill drive her for another 12 years. Gets me from A-B. Lets be honest how many chicks fuck you because of your car.
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Here's my ride...not me shooting.
I'm driving
This has to be one of the most random, yet entertaining things I've seen in a while. :D
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This has to be one of the most random, yet entertaining things I've seen in a while. :D
HAHAH ;D
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2003 Mercury Marauder - Trilogy Supercharged, 4.10 gears, 3000 stall single disc P.I Industries converter, Dynotech driveshaft
2012 Mustang GT 5.0 - stock
i always wanted to get one of these Marauders. we had a 64 Mercury Marauder when i was a kid. fast car. my dad used to scare the shit out of me in it, lol
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Bet its the only true story on here, All the "porsche" owners will be jelly as fuck.
I'm guessing the guys on here in states with a low cost of living can afford one or two nice rides. You can have a 4000 sq ft home in TX and a Bentley Coupe on a policeman's salary in Cali, so some of the stories are true.
Anyway, I sold my Accord, and currently drive a Sentra ::) until I decide what I want to purchase.
(http://image.internetautoguide.com/f/auto-news/2009-mercedes-c300-review-by-motor-trend/18385179/2009-mercedes-c300-front-view-grill-badge.jpg)
#1 on my list.
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audi a8 '08.
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Bet its the only true story on here, All the "porsche" owners will be jelly as fuck.
BTW Ive got a 93 Nissan Primera. Drivers side windows doesnt work, power stearing is on its way out rear demister doesnt work and she has 191000kms on the clock. Ive owned her for 12 years and If she lasts Ill drive her for another 12 years. Gets me from A-B. Lets be honest how many chicks fuck you because of your car.
Ha! I'll take that as aimed at me.
If I were to make up a story about owning a Porsche 911, it wouldn't be a 2002 model.
But just because you don't have the means to own a nice car doesn't mean others are that stupid as well.
Oh, BTW ...until you drive a 911 or other vehicle of same caliber you will not know how many chicks you can fuck ;)
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i always wanted to get one of these Marauders. we had a 64 Mercury Marauder when i was a kid. fast car. my dad used to scare the shit out of me in it, lol
I was driving on the highway the other day in my 911 and a Z06 C6 pulled up next to me. We were doing 75-80mph or so until he downshifted and his wheels started spinning. I nearly shitmyself because I've never seen anyting like it.
The guy took off like a god damn rocket and left me in his dust.
Now I want one!
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Ha! I'll take that as aimed at me.
If I were to make up a story about owning a Porsche 911, it wouldn't be a 2002 model.
But just because you don't have the means to own a nice car doesn't mean others are that stupid as well.
Oh, BTW ...until you drive a 911 or other vehicle of same caliber you will not know how many chicks you can fuck ;)
So you use your "2002" Porsche to pick up chicks?? From where I used to live (Santa Barbara) chicks wouldn't look at u twice lol
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So you use your "2002" Porsche to pick up chicks?? From where I used to live (Santa Barbara) chicks wouldn't look at u twice lol
In Florida, NYC & California 911s are all over the place.
Here in Chicago (snow belt) it's somewhat rare to see a 911.
It's hilarious to see all the jealous retards on here. If I posted that I drove a 2002 Honda Civic piece of crap the responses would be a bit different. I just replied to the original topic FFS
Re read my post...there's nothing in there saying that I pick up chicks with my car. Even though it's very easy if I wanted to. You have no idea how much attention during typical daily driving you get until you drive a car that's a bit unusual in your area. Just get into a "box chevy caprice" from the 80s for like $2,000 and put some 26" rims on it. For $5,000 you'll get people staring all day.
In high school my buddy drove a Lincoln LS, very nice car to see an 18 year old in. In the year he owned it, the car was in one way or another responsible for atleast 10 chicks he fucked/got blowjobs from.
Like I said, until you drive ANY sort of nice car ...women will notice it.
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black convertable 95 formula L-T 1 5.7 liter, im restoring a 84 vette these last few months,put brand new interior, painted it, and now im just going to do major tune-up and im cool. ive found out from experiance that if i do to much shit on the motor its more trouble than its worth. plus i dont race around and drive them more for show.
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
Beautiful ride!
Nice.
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I was driving on the highway the other day in my 911 and a Z06 C6 pulled up next to me. We were doing 75-80mph or so until he downshifted and his wheels started spinning. I nearly shitmyself because I've never seen anyting like it.
The guy took off like a god damn rocket and left me in his dust.
Now I want one!
the corvette is a C6. 405 horsepower. i've never driven the ZO6, couldn't imagine the power. my viper has 455 horsepower, and it is pretty crazy. last year's viper had 605 hp, that's almost a 30% increase over mine. :o
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
thats a beauty.
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
nice. i had a 69 chevelle beaumont with the split grill. wish i didn't sell that one
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I'm guessing the guys on here in states with a low cost of living can afford one or two nice rides. You can have a 4000 sq ft home in TX and a Bentley Coupe on a policeman's salary in Cali, so some of the stories are true.
Anyway, I sold my Accord, and currently drive a Sentra ::) until I decide what I want to purchase.
(http://image.internetautoguide.com/f/auto-news/2009-mercedes-c300-review-by-motor-trend/18385179/2009-mercedes-c300-front-view-grill-badge.jpg)
#1 on my list.
Maybe I need to come and police in the US, sounds better than here.
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My beetle took a shit :'(
(http://www.rwbauto.com/images/large/VW-BEETLE_P1404722.JPG)
Now I'm driving this monster :o
(http://c485524.r24.cf2.rackcdn.com/9582985_0fa2d4c3-7262-4c10-87c1-f4a9bb4a0176.jpg)
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My beetle took a shit :'(
(http://www.rwbauto.com/images/large/VW-BEETLE_P1404722.JPG)
Now I'm driving this monster :o
(http://c485524.r24.cf2.rackcdn.com/9582985_0fa2d4c3-7262-4c10-87c1-f4a9bb4a0176.jpg)
Both are gayer than a homosexual creampie gangbang
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I ended up in jail for speeding with it one night ;D
Son of a bitch, I didn't know you could go to jail for speeding? ???
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Son of a bitch, I didn't know you could go to jail for speeding? ???
depends how much over speed limit
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=430609.0;attach=475669;image)
That's a sick ride!
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Son of a bitch, I didn't know you could go to jail for speeding? ???
depends how much over speed limit
I didn't know that either and got a rude awakening when they slapped the cuffs on me. I was going 68 in a 25 (no alcohol)... they call it reckless driving
Spent 4 hours in a jail cell, day in court, paid a $200 fine, and had to take a drivers improvement course.... luckily I didn't get any points on my license!
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I didn't know that either and got a rude awakening when they slapped the cuffs on me. I was going 68 in a 25 (no alcohol)... they call it reckless driving
Spent 4 hours in a jail cell, day in court, paid a $200 fine, and had to take a drivers improvement course.... luckily I didn't get any points on my license!
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My beetle took a shit :'(
(http://www.rwbauto.com/images/large/VW-BEETLE_P1404722.JPG)
Now I'm driving this monster :o
(http://c485524.r24.cf2.rackcdn.com/9582985_0fa2d4c3-7262-4c10-87c1-f4a9bb4a0176.jpg)
This post must be a joke. If it isn't, then you are a Certified Bitch.
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This post must be a joke. If it isn't, then you are a Certified Bitch.
A.H deemed it the perfect family car.
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My beetle took a shit :'(
(http://www.rwbauto.com/images/large/VW-BEETLE_P1404722.JPG)
Now I'm driving this monster :o
(http://c485524.r24.cf2.rackcdn.com/9582985_0fa2d4c3-7262-4c10-87c1-f4a9bb4a0176.jpg)
Gay as fuck! Both cars scream I am a bottom bitch
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I have a 2001 Mustang GT that i just built a forged 4.6l engine that can handle 600+ HP. I plan on putting a HP twin turbo kit on it in a few weeks. Should put around 550 HP to the wheels. Really looking forward to it.
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Oh yeah. Twin turbos are major! Good thing you built the bottom end.!! 8) Thats gonna be fun to play with if you can get the traction and gearing right.
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I didn't know that either and got a rude awakening when they slapped the cuffs on me. I was going 68 in a 25 (no alcohol)... they call it reckless driving
Spent 4 hours in a jail cell, day in court, paid a $200 fine, and had to take a drivers improvement course.... luckily I didn't get any points on my license!
Damn, sorry to hear that!
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black convertable 95 formula L-T 1 5.7 liter,
My GF has a 95 triple white TA Vert. 160k+ miles and still running strong. Those were nice cars, still gets alot of attention.
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
you SHOULD NOT have let that go :'( I always wanted a 68/69 Chevelle
This is one of the three Mustangs I had , the best 1993 LX Supercharged ton of work done to it. made 342RWHP on pump gas in 90+ degrees , the supercharger was a 9lbs but for some odd reason it was only making 4lbs of boost.
Should have let that one go either :'(
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1988 Camaro T-tops Switched out v6 for 5.7 ltr V8.
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1988 Camaro T-tops Switched out v6 for 5.7 ltr V8.
I like the chromed Iroc wheels
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you SHOULD NOT have let that go :'( I always wanted a 68/69 Chevelle
I had a 69 SS396 Chevelle in High School. Wasn't in the best shape, but sure was a cool car.
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1965 Daimler Ferret- British Military
1968 Steyr Puch Pinzgauer- Swiss Military
1958 BMW Isetta
2012 Mercedes 300-No Pic
2011 Scion XB-No Pic
2007 Dodge 3500 Dually
2008 Keystone Fusion 5th Wheel
2008 Polaris RZR
1958 BMW R60/2
1956 BMW R50/2 with Russian Ural Sidecar
1968 Austin Mini
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/IMG_0217.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/P7130199.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/PICT0703.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/P7010003.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/Mini1.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/TanBike3.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/EuroMoto-Oct20062.jpg)
(http://i215.photobucket.com/albums/cc286/matthewc66/P9020027.jpg)
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The Cars.
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I probably drive one of the most boring cars in this thread.
I also crashed it a few weeks ago but it's fixed now.
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I probably drive one of the most boring cars in this thread.
I also crashed it a few weeks ago but it's fixed now.
that aint America huh
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Ireland.
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My old 68', almost 500ci BB (8 liters for all you metric types.)
Sweet ride!
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I drive an X6 5l twin turbo. Dont like new cars much and dont like any other BMWs
My project is a 69 C10 Chev, every single panel and part hand fabricated, Lexus engine with twin turbo, twin superchargers and NOS. 3 years in the making and less than a month till ready to drive. I am mechanically spastic so have done no mods myself. My builder is a genius, so it works out good.
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(http://www.fietsenwinkel.nl/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/s/bsp-metropolis-26-inch-oranje-59-cm-heren_1.jpg)
Medium pimpin'.
Don't need a car. Every year or so I let myself be convinced I do, then I buy one, find out I hardly use it, and sell it again after 2 months.
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1996 HKS twin turbocharged MKIV Supra, 6-speed hardtop, 56k original miles.
Dyno'd 650hp on conservative boost for street driving, and just over 900hp
at full boost (45psi)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8011/7548455972_6eef054038_z.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7128/7548071462_f871a5cd23.jpg)
(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6168/6183340975_ff700c9bee_n.jpg)
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Here's my ride...not me shooting.
I'm driving
ahahahahaha....wait wut?! :o ;D
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3rd gen f body, awesome cars, they had verything a car needs, the cars after those are for homos who lve to have a million useless electrical gadgets.
great car,man.
i use to have a 88 trans am -GTA-tune port injection with honey comb gold rims. i really liked that car
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I probably drive one of the most boring cars in this thread.
I also crashed it a few weeks ago but it's fixed now.
i used to have a vectra as a company car boring as fuck but comfortable and reliable
the new insignias are much better
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(http://www.fietsenwinkel.nl/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/s/bsp-metropolis-26-inch-oranje-59-cm-heren_1.jpg)
Medium pimpin'.
Don't need a car. Every year or so I let myself be convinced I do, then I buy one, find out I hardly use it, and sell it again after 2 months.
I love bikes. But my wife says i look like a damn gorrilla on them...... and now im embarrased :-[
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i used to have a vectra as a company car boring as fuck but comfortable and reliable
the new insignias are much better
Yea its a nice big car and plenty of room for me.
Insignia's look nice but I am unsure about the back of them, remind me of the Proton Gen-3's.
Mine is a 2.2 SRi so its quite economical also
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i like my vette but it takes me forever to get in and out of it :(
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1996 HKS twin turbocharged MKIV Supra, 6-speed hardtop, 56k original miles.
Dyno'd 650hp on conservative boost for street driving, and just over 900hp
at full boost (45psi)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8011/7548455972_6eef054038_z.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7128/7548071462_f871a5cd23.jpg)
(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6168/6183340975_ff700c9bee_n.jpg)
Has the car actually ever gone down the track?
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Has the car actually ever gone down the track?
Reminds me of the old joke what's the difference between a 600WHP Supra and a 900WHP? nothing they both run 12.2 in the 1/4 mile ;D
Lots of Supra's are dyno queens but some are dead serious but they are few and far in between , I always liked them though even before that crappy movie
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3rd gen f body, awesome cars, they had verything a car needs, the cars after those are for homos who lve to have a million useless electrical gadgets.
great car,man.
My dream car at age 10 was a 3rd gen camaro. I came across a beautifully restored one on craigslist recently, 383 with aftermarket high flow TPI, Vortech V2 supercharger, T-56 6 speed, Ford 9" rear, and perfect body and interior. The owner said it made around 600hp. I was so tempted to buy it, he was only asking 11k and it was truly flawless. I just couldn't justify owning another sports car though.
Has the car actually ever gone down the track?
It'll run a 9.99 on 18" drag radials with my shitty driving. It doesn't hook up for shit with the 19's that are in the picture.
If I was really into drag racing and put 15" slicks and had some help from Boost Logic or any other Supra based drag racing shop, it could put down some really fast times.
Reminds me of the old joke what's the difference between a 600WHP Supra and a 900WHP? nothing they both run 12.2 in the 1/4 mile ;D
Lots of Supra's are dyno queens but some are dead serious but they are few and far in between , I always liked them though even before that crappy movie
haha, I see you are familiar with Supras. The guys that take it really serious have learned to put the power to the ground, Supras hold some records for fastest IRS cars in the quarter mile.
I am not a big drag guy, hence the smaller twins instead of the massive single most guys have. I boost early and the car is very driveable.
I am more into road racing and highway pulls.
Not many cars can hang with a modded Supra from a 65mph roll.
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My dream car at age 10 was a 3rd gen camaro. I came across a beautifully restored one on craigslist recently, 383 with aftermarket high flow TPI, Vortech V2 supercharger, T-56 6 speed, Ford 9" rear, and perfect body and interior. The owner said it made around 600hp. I was so tempted to buy it, he was only asking 11k and it was truly flawless. I just couldn't justify owning another sports car though.
It'll run a 9.99 on 18" drag radials with my shitty driving. It doesn't hook up for shit with the 19's that are in the picture.
If I was really into drag racing and put 15" slicks and had some help from Boost Logic or any other Supra based drag racing shop, it could put down some really fast times.
haha, I see you are familiar with Supras. The guys that take it really serious have learned to put the power to the ground, Supras hold some records for fastest IRS cars in the quarter mile.
I am not a big drag guy, hence the smaller twins instead of the massive single most guys have. I boost early and the car is very driveable.
I am more into road racing and highway pulls.
Not many cars can hang with a modded Supra from a 65mph roll.
Yeah, thats where I was going. I've seen Supra's making between 600-1200hp and non of them go faster than mid 11's, besides serious drag cars. Props if the car actually went 9.99
Im into drag, circle track and road racing.
To me, highway rolls are just a dick measuring contest, youre taking the driver out of the equation and just measuring horsepower.
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A lot of small penises ITT.
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I like the CLS though maybe preferred it before the mods etc
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I drive a Posche 917 supplied to me by der Führer:
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/07/2006FOS_1970Porsche917KGulf.jpg)
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I drive an X6 5l twin turbo. Dont like new cars much and dont like any other BMWs
My project is a 69 C10 Chev, every single panel and part hand fabricated, Lexus engine with twin turbo, twin superchargers and NOS. 3 years in the making and less than a month till ready to drive. I am mechanically spastic so have done no mods myself. My builder is a genius, so it works out good.
The X6 is a fun vehicle, but it has a shockingly small interior given the external dimensions. It appears to have been made for people under 5’8”. :(
The back seat is only good for your cat or a bag of groceries.
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There is no better value in the 40,000 class than Infiniti, G37S 8)
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The X6 is a fun vehicle, but it has a shockingly small interior given the external dimensions. It appears to have been made for people under 5’8”. :(
The back seat is only good for your cat or a bag of groceries.
You got a point, I mostly only use the front seats or sometimes the little kids in the back. My wife drives a Q7 which is really practical for the big family car.
X6 drives like sports car on the open road.
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i use to have a 88 trans am -GTA-tune port injection with honey comb gold rims. i really liked that car
I had an 89...loved it. but i put 18 inch ronals on it, the 5 stars were painted white like the car with a chrome lip. it looked badass.
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The X6 is a fun vehicle, but it has a shockingly small interior given the external dimensions. It appears to have been made for people under 5’8”. :(
The back seat is only good for your cat or a bag of groceries.
terrible blind spot ,,rear window is useless,,nice lines and x version like all bmw's awesome.
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The back seat is only good for your cat or a bag of groceries.
Not enough room for a good ol' rimjob? :'(
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It's a car, you fucks. ::)
Men drive trucks.
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It's a car, you fucks. ::)
Men drive trucks.
Only to haul their race cars.
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I currently have an '06 H2 Hummer, '05 Dodge Ram Hemi Quad Cab, and a basically stock '77 Yellow Corvette with manual tranny. Rather than purchasing a new vehicle, I plan on swapping a Duramax into the H2. Still not quite sure what I want to do with the Vette, however...I have a ton of options.
Past cars have included:
'01 Trans Am....Forged Heads/Cam, 4000 Stall, 150 Wet Shot + 150 Dry Shot...dynoed at 683 RWHP 714 RWTQ...ran a best of 10.31 up at old Moroso track on a hot, shitty August day. I think I'd hit high 9's if track conditions were better and it were cooler out.
'85 Trans Am....High compression 383 stroker putting out close to 500 RWHP on a 3-speed Auto...car was a fuckin' blast to drive.
'79 Lincoln Town Car Continental.....the picture below was basically what it was....I had plans for swapping a 5.9 Cummins into it but there was just too much rust that would be too costly to properly fix. I sold it...was a damn boat, though.
(http://www.holyrollerz.org/carpics/richslinkin_1979_lincoln_continental_111810_232015.jpg)
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Full 25.2 chassis, all carbon body, 855 cubic inches, 4 stages of nitrous, 3 speed lenco, 5.80s at over 240mph in the 1/4. I am lucky enough to work on cars like these and be part of pit crews, and every now and then drive them, but I would never want to own one. LOL
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I currently have an '06 H2 Hummer, '05 Dodge Ram Hemi Quad Cab, and a basically stock '77 Yellow Corvette with manual tranny. Rather than purchasing a new vehicle, I plan on swapping a Duramax into the H2. Still not quite sure what I want to do with the Vette, however...I have a ton of options.
Past cars have included:
'01 Trans Am....Forged Heads/Cam, 4000 Stall, 150 Wet Shot + 150 Dry Shot...dynoed at 683 RWHP 714 RWTQ...ran a best of 10.31 up at old Moroso track on a hot, shitty August day. I think I'd hit high 9's if track conditions were better and it were cooler out.
'85 Trans Am....High compression 383 stroker putting out close to 500 RWHP on a 3-speed Auto...car was a fuckin' blast to drive.
'79 Lincoln Town Car Continental.....the picture below was basically what it was....I had plans for swapping a
5.9 Cummins into it but there was just too much rust that would be too costly to properly fix. I sold it...was a damn boat, though.
(http://www.holyrollerz.org/carpics/richslinkin_1979_lincoln_continental_111810_232015.jpg)
My parents have 87 Lincoln Town Car with the 5.0, single exhaust, they had a 78 T-Bird, Diamond Jubliee Edition, with the 351 in it. I believe I could have done something with that, with my dad's help at the time, but he is cheap. They junked it.
My dream car when I was a teenager was a 1988 Fiero GT and the late 80s early 90s Acura Legend Coupe, specifically the mid 90s one with 230 hp, and the Acura Vigor.
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Just wanted to share this picture, i think its pretty cool
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Full 25.2 chassis, all carbon body, 855 cubic inches, 4 stages of nitrous, 3 speed lenco, 5.80s at over 240mph in the 1/4. I am lucky enough to work on cars like these and be part of pit crews, and every now and then drive them, but I would never want to own one. LOL
Beautiful shade of blue, highlights the exaggerated curves of the Camaro.
I was just watching some Horsepower Freaks and Active Autowerke vids...
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another pretty looking car
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PARKER do you ever go to the drag races?
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PARKER do you ever go to the drag races?
No, never been, to be honest I'm not into drag racing, but appreciate the engineering and time that goes into it---I love the car shows. The closest one near me is MIR ( Buds Creek?) which is about 3 hours away. I couldn't justify that. Although, when I was a teenager, the guy across the street had a trans am that he took down there.
I am going to make it a point to go to one.
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Thats cool I have been to that track a few dozen times. You should if nothing else go to 1 nhra race and 1 adrl race! Goodtimes!
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Thats cool I have been to that track a few dozen times. You should if nothing else go to 1 nhra race and 1 adrl race! Goodtimes!
That I will do.
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1996 HKS twin turbocharged MKIV Supra, 6-speed hardtop, 56k original miles.
Dyno'd 650hp on conservative boost for street driving, and just over 900hp
at full boost (45psi)
(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8011/7548455972_6eef054038_z.jpg)
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7128/7548071462_f871a5cd23.jpg)
(http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6168/6183340975_ff700c9bee_n.jpg)
Who needs traction ;D
Modded a r32 gtr to just over 700hp - 10 second street car , was heaps of fun - ended up dropping nearly 100k into though
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7second grocery getter
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yea man, anything that can be street driven is a blast
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7second grocery getter
Do you know Mike Murillo?
A good friend of mine worked at his shop for years, he used to take his turbo cars to lunch all the time.
I go to the drags in Houston every year.
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i have spoke to him at the track many times in the staging lanes, just small talk about clutch stuff or track conditions but i wouldnt say i know him, his turbo stuff runs great though. we were testing at a track near dallas when he was testing the car that had the turbos in the trunk
i love going to houston, the air is usually very good there, easy to make alot of power.
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i have spoke to him at the track many times in the staging lanes, just small talk about clutch stuff or track conditions but i wouldnt say i know him, his turbo stuff runs great though. we were testing at a track near dallas when he was testing the car that had the turbos in the trunk
i love going to houston, the air is usually very good there, easy to make alot of power.
We have it pretty good down here near sea level. Seen a lot of guys from up north come down here and run their best times. As long as the track is prepped well the racing down here is always top notch.
Mike has some cool ideas and his shop is amazing, i haven't been out to it in a few years though.
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Buying a new car in a few weeks and trying to decide between the 13 Ford Escape or the 12 CR V. The new Escapes look great, better than the Honda Interior and Exterior, but leaning towards the CR V based on reliability.
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Pro Nitrous wins this thread hands down. Great stuff!!!
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Ya there is alot of difference racing at sea level, we have to change the complete nitrous tune up, and sometimes even take some first gear away, and then that changes the clutch set up, but you are right many do run their best. Have you ever been down by pensacola, a few years ago we raced there and the corrected altitude was 485 feet below sea level. everyone was burning their shit up. We had to replace a few pistons between rounds.
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Ya there is alot of difference racing at sea level, we have to change the complete nitrous tune up, and sometimes even take some first gear away, and then that changes the clutch set up, but you are right many do run their best. Have you ever been down by pensacola, a few years ago we raced there and the corrected altitude was 485 feet below sea level. everyone was burning their shit up. We had to replace a few pistons between rounds.
Mineshaft air. What team do you work for? Im assuming from your screename that you guys run a Nitrous Pro Mod in the ADRL?
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1988 Camaro T-tops Switched out v6 for 5.7 ltr V8.
badass car!
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Alfa Romeo Mito (no homo).
(http://www.carpages.co.uk/alfa_romeo/alfa-romeo-images/alfa-romeo-mito-18-11-10.jpg)
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I have a 2003 350z
I want a Dodge Challenger srt8
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I have worked for a number of teams both adrl and nhra. Right now I work for a nitrous company whos nitrous systems are on many adrl pro mods, 10.5 and many outlaw cars, 275 radial cars, grudge cars and more. I often go racing with our customers to help them get their cars lined out. Then if they want me to keep going we work out a deal. But as of this time I am not with 1 specific team
I plan on going back on the road with a team when i figure out if I want to go nhra racing or back to adrl
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Currently own a Corrola, Versa, and Accord. I loves me some economic vehicles.
In about two years I'll do some sports car shopping. Thinking something like an Lotus Exige or less sporty, but love the look, an Evora. If they brought the GTE Evoras state side I'd seriously consider one.
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some more cool ones
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few more
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sweet nova
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I hate how this thread rebounded and is now thriving. I'm having a hard enough time getting prepped to sell my Cobra. :-\
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This is my truck a few months ago when I bought it, best vehicle I ever owned...
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sharpe looking truck dude
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sharpe looking truck dude
^^
Thanks bro! Traded my well-worn 2007 Chrysler Sebring in for it, that car was so damn reliable but was so low on the road everyone sees you, and not cool when you're driving with a new girl. In this truck, you do whatever, whenever! :D
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Currently have a Toyota Mark II Tourer V (JZX100]. If you've ever played Gran Tourismo this car was on it. For the import guys it has the 1JZGTE engine in it.
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A pretty standard and basic sv650 a few years old costing 2k will do 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.
You need to spend 60+k to buy a car that can do that
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I'm planning to get my hands on this - Rossiyan piece of motherfukin' badassery, hope they make civilian versions
(http://i49.tinypic.com/2w7n9rm.jpg)
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A pretty standard and basic sv650 a few years old costing 2k will do 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.
You need to spend 60+k to buy a car that can do that
No you don't, at least not in the U.S.
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the cars i work on go 0-60 in .8 of a second, my old street car i had years ago would go 0-60 in 1.8, and i might have had 10k in it
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No you don't, at least not in the U.S.
I think he is talking about a stock car, from the factory, with a warranty, interior, airbags, and doesn't look like it's been hacked up, with stock engine, and would last 100k-200k miles.
And would pass all emissions (gas, carbon, noise, etc).
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One of the most reliable mid-sized, reasonably priced sedans on the market. Swap the timing belt, water pump at 100k miles(along with routine maintenance), and that thing will last 200K miles with no problems. I'm a Honda Fan too. 8)
Thanks man! I've always admired Termi's for the longest. So the moment I saw this one at a steal of a price, I bought a plane ticket and took delivery before the dealer's autotrader ad could hit 6hrs old online lol...Can't beat Honda!
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my 1999 nissan skyline R34 gtt (single turbo). tiptronic with onboard steering shifts too. 420BHP with a a larger after market direct air induction kit. rest of the engine untouched. love this thing more than my wife (thats what she says ;D )
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[/youtube] ;D
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another street driven car
6 second quarter mile times
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When I still messed with street cars I had a car that was primered 3 diff colors, and even had diff wheels in the front than in the back, the interior was kinda crappy ( on purpose) and only 2 gauges. I used love when bikes wanted to run for money. ;D it was my only car, so it was a daily driver, I had a set of mickey thompson et street tires on it . And I was so broke back then I used to buy peoples broken stuff and take it to the machine shop I worked at and fix it , then put it on my car .
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the green one it pretty cool
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turbo car
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david wolfes record setting radial car. 6.50s at over 220mph in the 1/4
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novas
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novas
Always been more of a fan of early A (66-67) and F (67-68) bodies myself.
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yea same here, 65-67 if done right look bad ass
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more novas
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http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-57502395/new-mpg-rules-gas-savings-but-car-prices-to-rise/?tag=nl.e713
New MPG rules: Gas savings, but car prices to rise
Tough new government fuel-efficiency standards mean consumers will pay more for their cars but realize big savings on gas.
The new rules, issued yesterday by the Department of Transportation and the Environmental Protection Agency require automakers' average fuel economy to nearly double to 54.5 MPG by the 2025 model year. In the complicated math of Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE), however, the actual MPG number shoppers will see on the window sticker will be considerably less.
The government estimates that the average car will cost about $2,000 more by 2025 because of expensive new technology, but that big gas savings will more than offset that price hike. Consumers Union, the organization that publishes Consumer Reports, praised the new mileage requirements. "These standards mean that consumers will be able to save thousands of dollars on gasoline over the life of their vehicle," said Shannon Baker-Branstetter, policy counsel for the organization.
The standards also will produce major reductions in oil use and greenhouse gases, said the American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy. The advocacy group estimates that U.S. oil consumption in 2030 will be 3.1 million barrels a day lower because of the cumulative tightening in fuel economy rules between 2012 and 2025.
However, skeptics question whether higher purchase prices for cars will scare off car buyers. "CAFE risks requiring automakers to build vehicles and adopt technologies that consumers may not want to buy," said Jeremy Anwyl, vice chairman of auto auto research site Edmunds.com. Some Republican lawmakers criticize the rules as too costly for consumers and say they will repeal them if Republican nominee Mitt Romney becomes president.
The pricing problem already is evident with electric cars that cost around $40,000 before tax credits. For instance, the Nissan Leaf sold only about 3,150 cars in the first half of this year. The Chevrolet Volt (pictured above), which has a backup gasoline engine as well as battery power, did somewhat better.
But to meet the standards automakers will have to convince consumers to buy hybrid and electric vehicles. To that end, the new rules contain some specific encouragement:
•Incentives for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles as well as for fuel-cell vehicles, which are not yet commercially available
•Incentives for hybrid and other mileage-boosting technologies on large pickups
•Credits for other technologies that can achieve reductions in greenhouse
gases.
In addition, automakers will continue to rely on improvements in conventional gasoline engines. Already in response to the first phase of the mileage standards, many manufacturers offer cars rated at 40 MPG in highway driving, a level of fuel efficiency that was unheard of even a few years ago.
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cool cars
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GS?
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Now that is a Nova done right.
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=430609.0;attach=482935;image)
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Probably not very fast, but awesome.
(http://pontiacoaklandclub.files.wordpress.com/2010/11/cam.jpg)
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(http://www.amcarguide.com/wp-content/gallery/chevell-c1/1967-chevrolet-chevelle-drag.jpg)
(http://image.superchevy.com/f/16454150/sucs_0732_17_z+1967_chevelle_drag_car+driver_side_view.jpg)
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^^^^^^ nice looking chevelle, sits just right!!
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^ Chevy's A bodies always had that "right look".
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chevelles
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https://www.facebook.com/VelocityTV
I'm pissed off tonight. Overhaulin's new episodes start tonight on the Velocity channel. I thought I had this channel- I was sure I watched something on it earlier in the year. When I look at where Dish says it should be there is nothing! Arrrgh!
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I have this car, the same color with rim, spoiler and other stereotyical Asian stuff in it too. But dont need it in the city, I have it at my peeps house in a garage. :-[ :-[
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a 2007 porsche cheyyene turbo big pimpin
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I heard gas is 4.99 in my parts hahahah holy shit that's rediculous ...
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the 66/67 Chevelle/GTO body is a favorite of mine.
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http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=69319
Audi's First Electric Supercar To Feature In IRON MAN 3
Parting ways for a custom Acura NSX in Marvel's The Avengers big assembly, an Iron Man 3 set photo has revealed playboy Tony Stark will be reunited with the Audi R8; the 1st all-electric one in fact!
DCMarvelFreshman- 10/26/2012
Despite reports that Marvel's playboy billionaire Tony Stark will get a sleek new 2014 Bugatti Veyron for his third solo cinematic outing, a photo recently surfaced via GTSpirit, picturing Robert Downey Jr. on the Iron Man 3 set alongside his beloved Audi R8. However, this is no ordinary Audi. Judging by the graphic imprinted on its windshield, this is Audi's first Electric supercar, the R8 E-Tron. The supercar's inclusion in the Shane Black-directed movie is a actually a surprise because it was reported just days ago that Audi was cancelling plans to develop the all-electric R8 E-Tron for mass production. So, in a way, the Audi R8 E-Tron is being featured in Iron Man 3 exclusively.
Anyhow, this news doesn't exactly debunk reports that Stark will be seen behind the wheels of 2014 Bugatti Veyron. However, given that Tony parted ways with Audi for a customized Acura briefly in Marvel's The Avengers, it's great to know the two are being reunited. What do you think?
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http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=69319
Audi's First Electric Supercar To Feature In IRON MAN 3
Parting ways for a custom Acura NSX in Marvel's The Avengers big assembly, an Iron Man 3 set photo has revealed playboy Tony Stark will be reunited with the Audi R8; the 1st all-electric one in fact!
DCMarvelFreshman- 10/26/2012
Despite reports that Marvel's playboy billionaire Tony Stark will get a sleek new 2014 Bugatti Veyron for his third solo cinematic outing, a photo recently surfaced via GTSpirit, picturing Robert Downey Jr. on the Iron Man 3 set alongside his beloved Audi R8. However, this is no ordinary Audi. Judging by the graphic imprinted on its windshield, this is Audi's first Electric supercar, the R8 E-Tron. The supercar's inclusion in the Shane Black-directed movie is a actually a surprise because it was reported just days ago that Audi was cancelling plans to develop the all-electric R8 E-Tron for mass production. So, in a way, the Audi R8 E-Tron is being featured in Iron Man 3 exclusively.
Anyhow, this news doesn't exactly debunk reports that Stark will be seen behind the wheels of 2014 Bugatti Veyron. However, given that Tony parted ways with Audi for a customized Acura briefly in Marvel's The Avengers, it's great to know the two are being reunited. What do you think?
Wow... people get way to wrapped up in these kind of things. Great to see them reunited? WTF? Its a movie.
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Since im a getbigger. I drive an F-18.
Love how mom's keeping her eye on you from the behavior boat.
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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
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;D
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I have never done any engine modifications or anything electrical. But I have done some very basic body customization.
I used to have a red Mercedes Benz C230 Sports Coupe which I put on this BIG ASS 'Fast and the Furious' type Spoiler... Shit was a bit tacky and very random looking but I thought it was cool! Car was flashy and I ended up in jail for speeding with it one night ;D
Similar to this but the spoiler was the same body color as the rest of the car (and I didn't have an AMG):
(http://www.automotorblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Mercedes-C63-AMG-Coupe-Black-Series-2.jpg)
you shoulda been deported sand guy
Also had a grand cherokee which I pimped out with some accessories rhino bumpers, running boards, light gaurds, racing pedals, and a chrome exhaust tip! I wanted to put some off-road lights on the top on and on the grill, but I ended up selling it before getting around to it!
(http://ahmedelattar.com/images/jeep2forsite.jpg)
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Golf GTI
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What's the hottest car out there now between 30k-40k
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What's the hottest car out there now between 30k-40k
Ford Mustang GT Premium
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i just got a smoking deal on an ambulance. not sure what i will do with it, maybe just park it out back by my tank. i'll try to post pics later.
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2012 Jeep Sport Wrangler :)
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I'm guessing the guys on here in states with a low cost of living can afford one or two nice rides. You can have a 4000 sq ft home in TX and a Bentley Coupe on a policeman's salary in Cali, so some of the stories are true.
Anyway, I sold my Accord, and currently drive a Sentra ::) until I decide what I want to purchase.
(http://image.internetautoguide.com/f/auto-news/2009-mercedes-c300-review-by-motor-trend/18385179/2009-mercedes-c300-front-view-grill-badge.jpg)
#1 on my list.
Update
My contractor is talking free upgrade to a ....
(http://images.thetruthaboutcars.com/2011/08/Camry-SE-4-front-quarter.jpg)
Camry SE.
What do I care, since it cost me nothing? MB is on hold for the moment.
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Same car I have driven since high school. Car payments are a joke. Much rather have a much larger down payment on a home than a $400 a month or higher car payment.
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My daily ride goes 550km/h at 25 000ft, hehehe...
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My rides are boring and just practical. I bought a new Camry for myself with a 6 speed standard and a brand new Altima for the wife. For the $44k in cash I spend on those cars I could have had one nice sports car. The top priority for me is making sure my car is reliable; comfortable and gets decent gas mileage. The Camry and Altima fits that description. The seats in the 2012 Altima are amazing. Nobody gives a fuck about the seats but if they are not comfortable the car stinks for me.
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I don't need a car, so I don't have one. The few times that I do need one, I can rent one and have my employer pay for everything. Not spending good money on a brightly-painted lump of cheap steel and plastic.
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Since im a getbigger. I drive an F-18.
lol
f18 are for fags
I roll in my super-star-destroyer
(http://www.theforce.net/swtc/Pix/laserdisk/sw5/gathering19.jpg)
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1988 Camaro T-tops Switched out v6 for 5.7 ltr V8.
(http://www.getbig.com/boards/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=430609.0;attach=475803;image)
dude some guy its trying to steal your camaro
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I don't need a car, so I don't have one. The few times that I do need one, I can rent one and have my employer pay for everything. Not spending good money on a brightly-painted lump of cheap steel and plastic.
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I'm so glad to finally not have a car. Such a pain in the ass and waste of money.
I understand that some people (especially in America) need one, so I'm not knocking that.
Just glad that I don't need one.
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I'm so glad to finally not have a car. Such a pain in the ass and waste of money.
I understand that some people (especially in America) need one, so I'm not knocking that.
Just glad that I don't need one.
certified bitch
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certified bitch
I don't need to buy power to feel powerful. Any fucktard can (and does) buy horsepower.
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certified bitch
You're tough!
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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
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I have a 2012 Nissan XTerra offroad. 2nd Nissan and I'm very happy with the vehicle and service. Also a 2012 Ford Edge. I like the Edge as well, but I spend most time in the Nissan.
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garebear doesn't own a car, but he rents a van with blacked out windows and offers a free school bus service to the under 10's
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garebear doesn't own a car, but he rents a van with blacked out windows and offers a free school bus service to the under 10's
all part of your avitar quotation?
why are so many of your posts obsessed with homosex? there are other kinds of sex
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all part of your avitar quotation?
why are so many of your posts obsessed with homosex? there are other kinds of sex
Why have I only ever read this post that you have made?
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Why have I only ever read this post that you have made?
I dont know what you read here but I have seen some of what you write here
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I drive a 5-year old Civic. Great on mileage, very reliable.
Not easy on the eyes compared to the rides you studs roll thru the hood in. But then I don't care. I'm packing enough in my pants and in my bank account that I don't need to front with a flashy car to impress people in general.
Also, a tip to fellow management consultants: don't show up to your client site in a fancy car. Downplay how much money you make. No client likes to feel like they're paying their consultant too much money...or at least enough money to ride around in a Ferrari. Employees at any company can take this to heart. Trust me...your CEO doesn't like looking down in his parking lot and seeing your expensive car. It may have some type of effect on your salary increase come review time. How could he not think "I'm paying Jones a bit too much I think...look at that brand new Audi".
There's a flipside though too...don't pull up to your client site in a jalopy. You at least need to give the indication that other clients find you smart enough to have hired you before them, and paid you enough money to allow you to buy a decent car.
Compromise...the long lost art.
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big black durango.
looking for a used diesel H1.
give me $20k and i'll take a '92 NSX-T
give me $50k and i'll take Ferrari F355 (red, please.. with Tubi exhaust)
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2001 Ford Taurus and a 94 Ford F150. Transmission is slipping on the Taurus so I'll be getting another Taurus soon
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http://www.nytimes.com/2013/01/22/us/barrett-jackson-auction-is-heaven-for-car-collectors.html?nl=todaysheadlines&emc=edit_th_20130122&_r=0
Arizona Sale of Rare Cars Draws Rich and Envious
By FERNANDA SANTOS
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — The way Steve Davis sees it, arranging collectible cars for display at auction is like writing the script for a good action movie: “You’ve got to have a beginning that gets you excited, a middle that grips you and an end that delivers.”
Barrett-Jackson, which bills itself as “the world’s greatest collector car auction,” had several tents mounted on the same expanse of green grass where horses and players convened for a polo match some months ago, as well as a main pavilion where the rarest and most valuable of all the vehicles could be found. Mr. Davis, the company’s president, arranged each of them, looking to offer “an experience” for the more than 310,000 visitors who came by over the course of six days, but ultimately to entice buyers.
He positioned a 2005 Chevy Silverado by the main pavilion’s entrance, which was right by the building where 5,000 people whose combined lines of credit hit nearly $1 billion signed up to bid on roughly 1,400 vehicles — not including the potential buyers who needed no credit check to place their bids.
Some of the cars were extraordinarily expensive, others were there to suit the middle market, but all of them were objects of someone’s desire, from the custom-built quarter-scale replica of a John Deere tractor, sold for $7,500, to television’s original 1966 Batmobile, sold for $4.62 million. (Except for the vehicles that were sold for charity, all prices include the buyer’s commission.)
Cars were not the only attraction, though. There was a mall at which vendors were selling diamond earrings, private jets and handmade cowboy boots; racing simulators to entertain children and adults; and a lounge where women could get their hair and makeup done while sipping wine, away from the dizzying chant of the auctioneer.
“Spending money is the sport here,” Mr. Davis said.
And there were many enticements. The elaborately customized Silverado pickup was literally a work of art, its body adorned with scenes of combat, patriotic monuments and firefighters emerging from the smoldering remains of the World Trade Center towers. It had a polished stainless-steel frame, a hand-molded fiberglass interior, airbrushed leather seats and a formidable stereo system. Its owners, Dale and Connie Ison of Hillsboro, Ohio, said it took five years, 50,000 hours and $658,000 to get it the way it is. It sold for $209,000.
The Isons said the truck was, more than anything, a repository of memories. Mr. Ison, 61, recalled meeting the son of the sailor famously pictured kissing a woman in Times Square on the day in August 1945 when the war against Japan ended, an image reproduced on the Silverado, which has been to county fairs, Veterans Day parades and even the Pentagon’s courtyard, but got to be “too much for a man my age.”
Six slots in — next to the 1946 four-door Cadillac sedan that featured a rear-mounted shotgun, cowhide seats and bull horns on the hood (sale price: $77,000) — Norma and Vernon Wamsley said goodbye to the 1954 Kaiser Darrin convertible that had been theirs since 1989, when they bought it “in pieces, nuts and bolts in pails,” as Mrs. Wamsley put it.
She snapped a picture of her husband, who seemed more anxious about how much the car would fetch at the auction than about giving it up for good.
Barrett-Jackson featured the largest number of no-reserve cars ever auctioned, or cars that are sold to the highest bidder, regardless of what the bid might be. It is a risky proposition for the seller, as well as an enticement for potential buyers, given the possibility of bringing home a car for a lot less than what it is worth.
“We’re hoping to get good funds,” said Mr. Wamsley, whose Kaiser Darrin sold for $106,700.
Barrett-Jackson began as a charity fund-raising car show in the 1960s and evolved into the big event that it is today — exclusivity cloaked in a carnival atmosphere. While high rollers in skyboxes dined on scallops and sea bass, others had plenty of food choices on the pavement outside, including hot dogs and funnel cake.
“I’ve been coming here for 10 years and it always blows me away,” said Jeff Otto, 52, who had never placed a bid and had no plans to bid on any car. He had flown in from Denver, bringing his son, Christopher, who is 14, and his father-in-law, Jim Stewart, who is 72.
This year, gross car sales reached nearly $109 million, a 17 percent increase over last year and a tie for the record set in 2007, before the economy collapsed and car collectors kept their most prized possessions in the garage, knowing it was not a good time to sell.
On Saturday, a 1955 Mercedes-Benz 300SL, which Clark Gable had bought for $7,295, sold for $2.03 million. The Batmobile — customized in 15 days, on a $15,000 budget, out of a 1955 Lincoln Futura — also sold that night, as did 21 vehicles whose proceeds went for charity. One of them was a 2009 Ford F150 Super Crew pickup truck owned by President George W. Bush (sale price: $300,000). Another was the first 2014 Corvette Stingray to hit the retail market (sale price: $1.1 million).
Craig Jackson, chairman and chief executive of the Barrett-Jackson Auction Company, said the event, which ended on Sunday, is “a scene, it’s an attraction.” But the cars, he went on, are “first and foremost a huge investment.”
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I drive a 5-year old Civic. Great on mileage, very reliable.
Not easy on the eyes compared to the rides you studs roll thru the hood in. But then I don't care. I'm packing enough in my pants and in my bank account that I don't need to front with a flashy car to impress people in general.
Also, a tip to fellow management consultants: don't show up to your client site in a fancy car. Downplay how much money you make. No client likes to feel like they're paying their consultant too much money...or at least enough money to ride around in a Ferrari. Employees at any company can take this to heart. Trust me...your CEO doesn't like looking down in his parking lot and seeing your expensive car. It may have some type of effect on your salary increase come review time. How could he not think "I'm paying Jones a bit too much I think...look at that brand new Audi".
There's a flipside though too...don't pull up to your client site in a jalopy. You at least need to give the indication that other clients find you smart enough to have hired you before them, and paid you enough money to allow you to buy a decent car.
Compromise...the long lost art.
Do I even need to say it? Outed.
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i just bought a piss pot BMW to drop my fuel costs. saves me $300 per month
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http://jalopnik.com/the-mercedes-g63-6x6-will-dominate-every-other-suv-at-t-450717849
The Mercedes G63 6x6 Will Dominate Every Other SUV At The Mall
Mercedes G63 6x6 Dubai Geneva Motor Show
Four-wheel drive. Everyone seems to have it these days and, frankly, it's getting a bit boring. Mercedes realizes that too. But unlike everyone else, they're here to make a difference. That's where the brand new G63 6x6 comes in.
The G63 6x6 is six-wheel drive. That means it will be able to scale Mount Everest in total comfort, drive a group of four from China to Latvia with nary a worry, as well as terrify small indigenous tribes that have never seen a moving vehicle, let alone one that looks like it's out to murder you.
However, you'll likely see it in its natural habitat, scaling the parking garage at the local galleria during a sale at Neiman Marcus.
The G63 6x6 is powered by the G63's twin turbo V8. That equals 536 horsepower and 560 pound feet of torque. The torque split betwixt all six wheels is a nice 30:40:30. That adds up to 0 to 60 in under six seconds and a top speed of 100 MPH. That might sound slow, but it has 37 inch tires and weighs, weight (!) for it, 8,322 pounds.
There are also five locking differentials, I guess so you can drive over everyone else waiting to valet park for the opera.
It sounds like an absolutely manic offroader. It can ford depths of 39.3 inches, which should be enough to drive through the deepest puddles you'll find on a rainy day in Los Angeles. You can also inflate and deflate the tires from the inside, which means you won't scuff your shoes filling up the tires at the local Valero.
The cargo bed is finished in polished bamboo, which sounds rather lovely. It'll also be a great way to transport your new Prada merchandise.
To be serious for a moment, this thing looks incredible. It has off-road capabilities that you only dream of these days and can probably tackle anything you throw at it. It looks like it'll be perfectly at home on sand dunes and mountains. In fact, it looks like it would actively try and destroy you if you drove on a paved road. I love this thing.
Mercedes will build about 20 to 30 of the trucks each year at a price of somewhere around $450,000. If you want one, you better get in line behind members of the Dubai royal family as well as Paris Hilton. Probably.
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haha, i was driving yesterday and was behind a van. the sticker on the back said' 'THAT AWKWARD MOMENT WHEN YOU GET IN THE VAN AND THERE'S NO CANDY'. no bullshit. i took a pic but it didn't turn out very good.
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(http://www.motorera.com/corvette/1980/1981/81black1.jpg)
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dude some guy its trying to steal your camaro
hahahahah!!!
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2004 Mustang Cobra SVT
Stage 4 Stiegemeier Port job on factory blower, upgraded injectors, 2lbs pulley, JLP intake with a SLP Loudmouth catback exhaust. 8)
Sorry fellas, no 22's or any of that bullshit right over here... ;D
Nice!
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Not my exact car, but very close to it.
1993 RX7 R1 - mine was fairly well modified, front mount Greddy intercooler, Pettit Racing Cold Air Intake, HKS T4OZ single turbo at 18lbs of boost, 3" downpipe, free flow cats, Racingbeat 4" cat back, 1600cc fuel rail, lightweight flywheel and Exedy stage 2 clutch, short shift kit, and various other gadgets, along with Aragostas coil over suspension system.
Funnest car I've ever driven and would smoke Porsche Turbos, Ferrari's whatever. Only had problems with heavily modified Supras in a straight line, once that second turbo kicked in they would start to walk away a bit. One day I'll build another when I have the gumption to do so.
(http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/4/561/2889/38901444018_large.jpg)
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^^ Love it. Truly one of the most beautiful cars to ever come out of Japan. Reliability... not so much ;)
Had an RX-8. Currently driving this:
(http://uncrate.com/p/2007/08/porsche-cayman-s-design.jpg)
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chevy cobalt SS - ladies love its sporty looks. engine sounds like it was made by amg.
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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
- Discuss
aren't you the cat who modified his shifter so that you could use it to anally pleasure yourself on you morning commute?
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Not my exact car, but very close to it.
1993 RX7 R1 - mine was fairly well modified, front mount Greddy intercooler, Pettit Racing Cold Air Intake, HKS T4OZ single turbo at 18lbs of boost, 3" downpipe, free flow cats, Racingbeat 4" cat back, 1600cc fuel rail, lightweight flywheel and Exedy stage 2 clutch, short shift kit, and various other gadgets, along with Aragostas coil over suspension system.
Funnest car I've ever driven and would smoke Porsche Turbos, Ferrari's whatever. Only had problems with heavily modified Supras in a straight line, once that second turbo kicked in they would start to walk away a bit. One day I'll build another when I have the gumption to do so.
(http://carphotos.cardomain.com/ride_images/4/561/2889/38901444018_large.jpg)
Damn, damn damn...what do you think about people now modding RX2s and RX3s?
(http://www.animateit.net/data/media/july2012/clap-animated-animation-clap-000340-large.gif)
(http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/hand-gestures/hand-clapping-smiley-emoticon.gif)
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(http://ts1.mm.bing.net/th?id=H.4558009218630260&pid=1.7)
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(http://www.lendomais.com.br/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/carro-smart-fortwo-1.jpg)
to compensate for my big dick ;D
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Damn, damn damn...what do you think about people now modding RX2s and RX3s?
I had a buddy of who had a 9 second RX2. They are very popular down in Puerto Rico. Thing was retarded fast, scary to drive in fact. I'm not much of a straight line power kind of guy, I like driving through twisties and handling is more important than brute force power to me. That's what I loved about my FD, fast as hell and could turn on a dime, like riding on rails. I have yet to drive a car like it, at least one that got my heart racing just walking up to it keys in hand.
I was thinking of building a 3 rotor 20b if I did another build, but they are getting very hard to get a hold of now.
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2006 F150 crew cab
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2006 F150 crew cab
funny, my cobalt is a 2006 too. It might not be an SS either, but I wish it was.
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I have a saffron 1998 Volvo v70r which I have had For a few years, always wanted one of these cars, I've had it remapped to about 300hp, truly great car.
Also a 1970 Pontiac firebird formula 400, which I've had for 13yrs, various mods, cam, headers, intake, carb etc...
(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/ukfirebird/MyV70r-1.jpg)
(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/ukfirebird/mycaratwheelsday2006-1.jpg)
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I ride your mom :)
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Yep had a lot of years (models) but always kept this one
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http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=75383
IRON MAN 3 Image Shows Off Tony Stark’s New Audi
After parting ways for The Avengers last year, the hotly-anticipated Iron Man 3 movie will not only temporarily reunite Robert Downey Jr’s Tony Stark with his Malibu mansion, but also his original trademark vehicle: the Audi. As seen in the newest trailer, Stark will get behind the wheel of a 2012 Audi e-tron, the German automaker’s first electric car, but not just for product placement. Variety reports that “Marvel was looking for a car partner that could provide a hybrid or electric-powered convertible for the movie since the drop top plays a significant role in the script.”How major that role is, is unknown, but the latest Iron Man 3 still showcases the marketing deal.
(http://img29.imageshack.us/img29/8973/8536793800f91d878376h.jpg)
Along with everything else at Tony Stark’s seaside Malibu mansion, The Mandarin’s attack will see Stark’s new electric-powered Audi tumbling into the Pacific ocean, as framed in the latest trailer. Therefore, its supposed significant role should play out early on in the film. However, there was a description for a tie-in Hasbro Battle Vehicle that suggested “Tony Stark’s stylish ride launches your Iron Assembler figure out of the front, mimicking a scene from the movie.”
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thinking about investing in a kia spectra or hyundai electra or toyata torabora.
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uberman has a 99 huyndai in excellent condition...that he cant afford to own. lol
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Anyone got a FR-S/BRZ or a Abarth 500? I'm currently driving an appliance with wheels (Versa) and the boringness of the thing is driving me mad.
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2012 F150 lariat screw black with beige leather interior detagged with side rails and a leer low profile bed cover with weathertech mats.....
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Toyota Sienna, pretty nice ride, room for all the kids. :)
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2002 Porsche 911
Muffler delete & a few interior upgrades.
Trading for 19" HRE 3 piece wheels next week or so.
I'll be selling it soon.
Next car will be 911 as well. Everyday driving is so much fun in this car.
Didn't go for newer 911
Got a 2007 C6 Vette 2 weeks ago.
Kooks LTs, Kooks catless x pipe & Corsa extreme exhaust
Bitch is loooud. The power & torque vs 911 doesn't compare.
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I had a buddy of who had a 9 second RX2.
A 9 second anything is retttttarded fast.
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6 Jeep Wranglers in my life, thinking to get one of Filipino made replica Willi.
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this. a nissan skyline GTT (single turbo) R34. pretty much stock apart from an after market air intake system and NISMO approved plugs. just got it resprayed last week and put on a carbon fiber wrap on the hood. putting on new shoes tomorrow and rechipping the ECU for better low end torque. best ride I have ever owned, period.
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just sold my eclipse about 3 weeks ago. still looking for a new ride.
saw a used Audi s4 a few weekends ago. it was dark metallic blue, 18'' black rims, leather seats, GPS/DVD player...everything cosmetically looked really nice, but the owner didnt really take care of it. As we test drove it, sounded like the wheels where going to fall off, E-brake had a problem... the list of problems kept growing and growing. guess thats why it was so cheap.
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2008 porsche cayman S, 2010 F-150 lariat crewcab
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Charity drive
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I ride my bicycle to the gym (and the grocery store).
When bitches ask me how come I didn't drive my car, I tell them it's for fitness reasons.
All good.
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http://coed.com/2013/06/03/10-cars-every-man-should-drive-before-he-dies/
10 Cars Every Man Should Drive Before He Dies
Ever since the dawn of time, prehistoric man has wanted to go faster than the puny legs God gave him. Mostly because he was tired of having to give up one or more of those legs to a hungry sabertooth tiger, but the speed instinct was there nonetheless.
So they took a flat rock, rounded it out and invented the wheel. Little did that caveman who came up with such a simple yet brilliant design know he would set into motion the wheels of change that would bring mankind to new heights and faster speeds. Since then, car companies have designed automotive works of art that defy descriptions and must be driven to truly be understood and loved. These are the rides every man should experience before he shuffles off this mortal coil, including the one that takes them to the cemetery.
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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
- Discuss
Subaru WRX. I can't stop modding it. I love Cobb.
Wife drives a new Durango.
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I have a saffron 1998 Volvo v70r which I have had For a few years, always wanted one of these cars, I've had it remapped to about 300hp, truly great car.
Also a 1970 Pontiac firebird formula 400, which I've had for 13yrs, various mods, cam, headers, intake, carb etc...
(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/ukfirebird/MyV70r-1.jpg)
(http://i65.photobucket.com/albums/h212/ukfirebird/mycaratwheelsday2006-1.jpg)
both very nice rides.
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Anyone got a FR-S/BRZ or a Abarth 500? I'm currently driving an appliance with wheels (Versa) and the boringness of the thing is driving me mad.
fun car but i'd rather get an s2000 its faster, cheaper, handles just as good if not better and its a modern classic
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I drive a girls car:
(http://images.automotive.com/stock/300/HONDA/CR-V/2006/5OD.JPG)
But I like the damn thing...
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Got a Volkswagen Caddy Maxi: not so cool, but a very good and reliable car.
And a Peugeot Partner as a second car.
Used to have a 7 persons Mercedes Vito. Was my favourite, chairs were amazing...
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2002 C32 AMG, and a "2009 C63 AMG" 8) 8)
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2002 C32 AMG, and a "2009 C63 AMG" 8) 8)
Pics ...
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I don't own a car, but I do hope on one of these every morning to get to work:
(http://inhabitat.com/nyc/wp-content/blogs.dir/2/files/2011/03/nyc-taxi.jpg)
These babies come with a TV in the back seat that allows for game show, talk show and local news viewing.
What's best is that you can even pay with credit card at the end of the ride.
"1"
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(http://www.motorera.com/corvette/1980/1981/81black1.jpg)
A very sweet "Whip" 8)
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(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/79/Happy_feet_2.svg/555px-Happy_feet_2.svg.png)
(http://dangerousintersection.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/02/bicycle.jpg)
(http://www.landedyesterday.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/CartmansBusPass.jpg)
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I drive a girls car:
(http://images.automotive.com/stock/300/HONDA/CR-V/2006/5OD.JPG)
But I like the damn thing...
Same.
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Same.
Haha....shit!
Same.
Did the sports car thing for years. Now it's "point A to point B' with good fuel economy.
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True that. I spend a lot of "$$$" on petro.
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Gran torino.
WoooSSHHHHHHHH
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Daily driver
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/REDFront.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/REDFront.jpg.html)
Car Shows
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/65rearangle.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/65rearangle.jpg.html)
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2007 BMW 328i. In silver. Nabbed it from my mate when he bought a new Beemer. I've been toying with getting a Z4 but we don't have enough sunny days in London to justify it.
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CADDY CTS4
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As THE BEEF has stated here many times before, a Range Rover(2009) & a Porsche ( was a Boxter ) and now 2013 Cayman.
THE BEEF
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Daily driver
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/REDFront.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/REDFront.jpg.html)
Car Shows
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/65rearangle.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/65rearangle.jpg.html)
Very nice poncho
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http://japandailypress.com/honda-reveals-worlds-fastest-lawn-mower-capable-of-130-mph-1932576/
Honda reveals world’s fastest lawn mower, capable of 130 MPH
Mowing your lawn used to be one of the most boring tasks in the world. We say “used to be” because Honda’s U.K. unit has built what could bring heap-loads of awesome into lawn mowing – the Mean Mower, which they dubbed as the “world’s fastest” lawn mower. Honda, one of Japan’s leading automakers, claims that this speedy mower can reach speeds of 130 miles per hour (209 km/h), a speed that certainly puts substance behind that claim.
The title for “world’s fastest mower” – if there is one – was first claimed by Bobby Cleveland of the U.S. firm Gold Eagle in September 2010, riding in a custom-made Snapper model reaching a speed of 96.5 mph. Honda says that the Mean Mower registered speeds of over 100 mph during testing in the track, already breaking the speed posted by Cleveland and Gold Eagle. Honda added that their inspiration for the concept was to build a machine that looks like a mower and cuts like a mower, but would be as comfortable in the race track as it is in the lawns of city suburbs.
The design itself was taken from one of Honda’s more conventional models, the HF2620. But that is where the conventional ended and the fun started. Honda then added a custom-made chassis and swapped the standard lawn mower engine with a 1000 cc motorcycle engine used in Honda’s VTR Firestorm, adding around 50% more power to the lowly mower. The cutter deck is made of fiberglass, cutting down the machine’s weight to 308 pounds (140 kg). Other additions were a fuel tank, a high-capacity oil cooler, and a secondary water cooling radiator.
Honda released a YouTube video on Wednesday showing that its new concept mower does exactly what it claims. The video features Scottish racing driver Gordon “Flash” Shedden in the seat, driving around a lawn doing crazy turns with the Mean Mower. The video is cool and all that, but the actual cutting speed is still a very lazy 15mph, but even that is twice the speed of Honda’s conventional mowers. Honda says that the new mower can go from 0 to 60 mph in about four seconds, but also making a darned awful noise at 130 decibels. At these noise levels, users may actually need protective gear for their ears to avoid permanent hearing loss. There is no news as of now whether this new concept lawn mower will be made available to the public.
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I rock a minivan! Dad mode complete!
:(
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http://laughingsquid.com/man-builds-accurate-replicas-of-famous-cars-from-films/
Man Builds Accurate Replicas of Famous Cars From Films
(http://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/AKA_Junk_39.jpg)
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2012 Acura MDX
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2012 F150 Lariat SCREW....with Leer low profile cover black
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this is interesting i have an acura too ;D
my euro bro. 8)
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And wife has this for the fam.... 2008 Sequoia Platinum with less than 50k miles
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I miss this ;)
(http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a158/pjcd1/pontiac_aztek_breaking_bad_zpsf2ca8e05.jpg) (http://s11.photobucket.com/user/pjcd1/media/pontiac_aztek_breaking_bad_zpsf2ca8e05.jpg.html)
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And I crashed our Pilot 2008 so will buy a replacement next year....probably another Pilot good SUV but looking at a TESLA
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Hello mr DEA agent... i'm in the black H2 on 22x35's with the 6" lift, black windows, and vanity plate that says "joose" ::)
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2009 C6 corvette / jet stream blue
;D
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9 of the lamest cars ever
http://guyism.com/tech/gadgets/lamest-cars-ever.html?thrillist
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I have a 02 viper gts I built myself (http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zps15d16c65.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zps15d16c65.jpg.html)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zpsface60e2.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zpsface60e2.jpg.html)
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I have a 02 viper gts I built myself (http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zps15d16c65.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zps15d16c65.jpg.html)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zpsface60e2.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zpsface60e2.jpg.html)
Who's the gay chauffer twink in the neon green? :-X
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(http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x263/timeamajorova/VetteSlammeda_zpsdfb38cb5.jpg) (http://s183.photobucket.com/user/timeamajorova/media/VetteSlammeda_zpsdfb38cb5.jpg.html)
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(http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2012/09/01/article-2196619-14C3F441000005DC-572_634x398.jpg)
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I have a 02 viper gts I built myself (http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zps15d16c65.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zps15d16c65.jpg.html)
Tell your car detailer he shouldn't lean on your property.
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Frankly I don't exactly know what car I bought last week. Small, cheap, brownish.
*edit*
Found it through my online insurance data. It's this beast:
(http://pic1.autoscout24.net/images-big/600/814/0232814600001.jpg?c2993cd8b40613c3e289bbb2bbe98b48)
Yes, this color. Fun-size pimpin'. ;D
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I have a 02 viper gts I built myself (http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zps15d16c65.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zps15d16c65.jpg.html)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zpsface60e2.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zpsface60e2.jpg.html)
The fat bitch in the back near the children's play structure needs to work her tris harder.
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I have a 02 viper gts I built myself (http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zps15d16c65.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zps15d16c65.jpg.html)
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll271/75_yellow/image_zpsface60e2.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/75_yellow/media/image_zpsface60e2.jpg.html)
you built that yourself?? fuk I had to buy mine.
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Audi A6
3.0 V6
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Mah donk, nugga
(http://www.examiner.com/images/blog/EXID4824/images/logo(232).JPG)
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Daily driver
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/REDFront.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/REDFront.jpg.html)
Car Shows
(http://i1205.photobucket.com/albums/bb424/Kazan69/GTO/65rearangle.jpg) (http://s1205.photobucket.com/user/Kazan69/media/GTO/65rearangle.jpg.html)
Nice Goat!
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This one is tough enough for me:
(https://www.babboe.nl/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/256x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/a/babboe_electrisch_metaccu_1.jpg)
I admit: I would be a disaster driving a car. Female, blond... Need I say more?
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This one is tough enough for me:
(https://www.babboe.nl/media/catalog/product/cache/1/small_image/256x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/b/a/babboe_electrisch_metaccu_1.jpg)
I admit: I would be a disaster driving a car. Female, blond... Need I say more?
Hi Vince! Still working on the curling machine?
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Hi Vince! Still working on the curling machine?
Don't know about our geriatric friend, but Bertha is actually a real designer. ;D
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i have a 08 dodge charger its lowered,22's and blacked out..................... ..........v6 :'(
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Just got this one a couple weeks ago.
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you built that yourself?? fuk I had to buy mine.
Thanks it had a throw rod and blown tranny so I rebuilt the engine up the comp to 10.75:1 run a big 600" cam with 234 duration ported head and intake. 1 3/4 primary headers to a full 3" exhaust, spec stage 3 clutch and aluminum fly wheel, 373 gears. Made 560 to the rears and runs 6.9 @ 101 in the 1/8th with me driving so good for mid tens
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:)
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'99 Suburban '02 Merc S500
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'99 Suburban '02 Merc S500
Compensating for something, weakcock?
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Compensating for something, weakcock?
I see what you did there...
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(http://blog.skyfleetcarleasing.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/CClassCoupe.jpg)
Maybe a repost.
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Have drove shitty vans for years.
Last car i owned was a s2 rs turbo. Reshelled and restored from ground up. A bean tean with a hairdryer motor compared tosome of your cars ha.
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Have drove shitty vans for years.
Last car i owned was a s2 rs turbo. Reshelled and restored from ground up. A bean tean with a hairdryer motor compared tosome of your cars ha.
Nice motor bg, I used to sit down southend seafront on a friday night in my teens watching about 500 XR3I/XR2/Cosworths etc going buy wishing I was 17 already lol! Problem is when you turn 17 you can still only afford a moped hahaha
(http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w522/BigCyp/Legends_zps06071866.jpg)
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04 Dodge RAM 1500 (black)
07 Jeep Grand Cherokee (black)
As you betas can see I'm doin pretty good......alpha life!
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Nice motor bg, I used to sit down southend seafront on a friday night in my teens watching about 500 XR3I/XR2/Cosworths etc going buy
Where was that? 101 Chav lane, Chaverston, East Chavsex, UK?
Problem is when you turn 17 you can still only afford a moped hahaha
Clearly the 1%. I could only afford a bicycle then... :(
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Nice motor bg, I used to sit down southend seafront on a friday night in my teens watching about 500 XR3I/XR2/Cosworths etc going buy wishing I was 17 already lol! Problem is when you turn 17 you can still only afford a moped hahaha
(http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w522/BigCyp/Legends_zps06071866.jpg)
WSAJF
(would steal a jacket from)
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VW Golf
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WSAJF
(would steal a jacket from)
Hahahaha this is why I love getbig 8)
Even my colleagues at work have probably forgotten what I told them yesterday lol
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Nice motor bg, I used to sit down southend seafront on a friday night in my teens watching about 500 XR3I/XR2/Cosworths etc going buy wishing I was 17 already lol! Problem is when you turn 17 you can still only afford a moped hahaha
(http://i1328.photobucket.com/albums/w522/BigCyp/Legends_zps06071866.jpg)
cheers mate, nowadays i would much rather prefer a nice audi like yours.
Was fanatical for xr3is and rs turbos, went though 5 xr3is and 3 rs turbos.
The blue one was a black 1.3 shell built with bits from 2 previous rsts.
This was start of restoration painting underside on parents drive.
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wicked cool car, BigCyp 8)
A6?
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I am from 3rd world country, and cant afford good car :( dream - Brabus.
So right now got 2: honda crv2013, nissan juke nismo.
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I am from 3rd world country, and cant afford good car :( dream - Brabus.
So right now got 2: honda crv2013, nissan juke nismo.
which country are you from?
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gotta few now
LS430
Q45t
G35 Journey
Tahoe
my ex has my Denali, since she has the kids most the time... at least she pays for gas.
Durgango R/T with blown motor
Mustang GT with a motor that's about to blow
no more sports cars (too hard to get into... and shift with ass-cheeks full of oil), or German lux sedans ($120 freakin oil changes, Christ).
i'll probably get rid of all of them and move to an LS460L and a QX56... probably keep the G35J since it's what my girl drives.
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my car: big pimping, bitch. ::) :-\
(http://www.auto35.ru/personal/galery/791_toyota_avensis_1998.jpg)
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my car: big pimping, bitch. ::) :-\
(http://www.auto35.ru/personal/galery/791_toyota_avensis_1998.jpg)
how many ugandan sailors have you blown in there?
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how many ugandan sailors have you blown in there?
a lot. Most of them told me they had already been in your car.
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http://laughingsquid.com/driver-drifts-a-bmw-up-the-ramp-of-a-parking-garage/
Driver Drifts a BMW Up the Ramp of a Parking Garage
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Nissan Altima. 44 mpg, nice when you drive 75 miles each way to work
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One week old, 2013 Ford F150 FX2 supercab w/turbo eco boost. Chose it over the 2013 C-class.
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One week old, 2013 Ford F150 FX2 supercab w/turbo eco boost. Chose it over the 2013 C-class.
WTF are you going to do with a truck in Southern Cal? I got a bullshit car but at least my contractor pays for it. You just jacked off money on a vehicle you would need if you were in Alaska. A fool and his 50k have been departed.
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WTF are you going to do with a truck in Southern Cal? I got a bullshit car but at least my contractor pays for it. You just jacked off money on a vehicle you would need if you were in Alaska. A fool and his 50k have been departed.
1. I liked it better than the Benz and a truck fits more my personality. I've always either driven a truck or an SUV. The benz would have been my first car in years. Ride's almost as smooth and just as nice inside and the leg room in back is unbeatable.
2. When we do speed camps, combine training, go on a trip etc I can haul my equipment in the bed and not shove it in a trunk.
Trucks are far more practical than a car.
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1. I liked it better than the Benz and a truck fits more my personality. I've always either driven a truck or an SUV. The benz would have been my first car in years. Ride's almost as smooth and just as nice inside and the leg room in back is unbeatable.
2. When we do speed camps, combine training, go on a trip etc I can haul my equipment in the bed and not shove it in a trunk.
Trucks are far more practical than a car.
No, it not! How much gas do you burn weekly in SC traffic? That thing probably goes through a 1/2 tank just sitting idol in traffic.
You could have got the c300 and a Lexus RX with a trailer for less.
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No, it not! How much gas do you burn weekly in SC traffic? That thing probably goes through a 1/2 tank just sitting idol in traffic.
You could have got the c300 and a Lexus RX with a trailer for less.
You are one dumb knee grow.
Tow a trailer with a Benz or a kneegrow SUV like the Lexus?
How can you argue a truck ain't more practical?
Btw it's idle not idol
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No, it not! How much gas do you burn weekly in SC traffic? That thing probably goes through a 1/2 tank just sitting idol in traffic.
You could have got the c300 and a Lexus RX with a trailer for less.
My house is 3.5 miles from my gym. The only time I need to go on a freeway is if we go to ourh
Home in palm springs or once a week on a weekend to my sons baseball games. Maybe a few little side trips.
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outed yourself
....as a man?
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1. I liked it better than the Benz and a truck fits more my personality. I've always either driven a truck or an SUV. The benz would have been my first car in years. Ride's almost as smooth and just as nice inside and the leg room in back is unbeatable.
2. When we do speed camps, combine training, go on a trip etc I can haul my equipment in the bed and not shove it in a trunk.
Trucks are far more practical than a car.
this is why i'll always have an suv. haulin around kettlebells for in home training of ooooold rich ladies. no way that shit's going in my trunk.
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Has chaos posted a pic of his chop yet?
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You are one dumb knee grow.
Tow a trailer with a Benz or a kneegrow SUV like the Lexus?
How can you argue a truck ain't more practical?
Btw it's idle not idol
This has nothing to do with you, jackass. it's all about pulling coach's balls (no homo). Thanks for your worthless interjection.
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This has nothing to do with you, jackass. it's all about pulling coach's balls (no homo). Thanks for your worthless interjection.
Pulling my balls doesn't affect me. They're numb, I've been married four times. One could arguably say I have no balls:
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This has nothing to do with you, jackass. it's all about pulling coach's balls (no homo). Thanks for your worthless interjection.
It's called busting balls!!!
Pulling balls is what tbombZ does
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Has chaos posted a pic of his chop yet?
Yeah,posted a couple a while ago...don't remember where.
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http://www.supercompressor.com/rides/1970-plymouth-road-runner-superbird?utm_content=sixpack&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Philadelphia&utm_campaign=10.18.13%20PHILLY%3A%20Why%20I%20hate%20a%20food%20you%20probably%20love%3A%20mustard
Originally designed to lure Nascar legend Richard Petty away from team Ford, this Plymouth Road Runner Superbird is the "perfect storm" of muscle cars: powerful, insane looking, and really, really rare.
The Superbird was powered by the most epic sounding engine ever: the 440 Super Commando Six Barrel V8, which easily pushed the four-speed transmission beyond 200 mph.
Oh and that four-on-the-floor transmission? It was bolted to this shift lever, made by Hurst to resemble what must have been a medieval torture device. Brutally awesome.
The car was aerodynamically tuned for the race track, which meant that all of the crazy styling was completely useless untill you hit 60 mph. Nobody has ever cared about this detail.
In the 70s this was about the only view of the Superbird you could hope to have as it blew past your jalopy going Mach one.
(http://assets3.thrillist.com/v1/image/1117833/size/tl-horizontal_main)
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just got a loaded Lexus ES 350....love it
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Oh Yeah!!
;D
(http://www.hdwpapers.com/thumbs/volvo_v70_r_2002_wallpaper-t2.jpg)
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http://laughingsquid.com/the-filmography-of-cars-an-illustrated-chart-featuring-71-iconic-vehicles-from-tv-shows-films/
The Filmography of Cars, An Illustrated Chart Featuring 71 Iconic Vehicles From TV Shows & Films
(http://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/filmography-of-cars_copy.jpg)
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http://laughingsquid.com/star-cars-illustrated-versions-of-famous-vehicles-from-tv-movies/
Star Cars, Illustrated Versions of Famous Vehicles From TV & Movies
(http://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/car.jpg)
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....as a man?
I disagree a man needs a truck to haul shit from time to time. Even if it's not your full time vechicle you need a truck
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http://laughingsquid.com/the-filmography-of-cars-an-illustrated-chart-featuring-71-iconic-vehicles-from-tv-shows-films/
The Filmography of Cars, An Illustrated Chart Featuring 71 Iconic Vehicles From TV Shows & Films
(http://laughingsquid.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/filmography-of-cars_copy.jpg)
I've owned two of them... Starsky and Hutch Gran Torino and the Smokey and the Bandit Trans Am
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87 bmw 740 il
14 bmw x3
07 bug convertible
89 gmc p/u
all white like me Lol
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Infinity G35, Durango, Suzuki Bandit 1200 and Hayabusa are my commuters 8)
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my new baby, got one 4 weeks ago
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hopefully by this time next week i'll be the proud new owner of a '92 NSX with Tein coilovers, Grouppe M intake and a Tubi Syle exhaust.... all for $22k!
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No car at the moment. :-\
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Oh Yeah!!
;D
(http://www.hdwpapers.com/thumbs/volvo_v70_r_2002_wallpaper-t2.jpg)
I WORK FOR VOLVO NICE....
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my new baby, got one 4 weeks ago
Jeeps are doing a great job with their line right now.
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I WORK FOR VOLVO NICE....
Cheers,
She's don't almost 120k and runs pretty well. Only issue is her starting in the winter. Otherwise it's a great car ;D
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Homemade Supercar: Man Creates Replica McLaren
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Just bought a 2003 Cobra in Sonic Blue.
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Homemade Supercar: Man Creates Replica McLaren
what engine is inside tho?
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what engine is inside tho?
2000 Hyundai Accent
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Homemade Supercar: Man Creates Replica McLaren
"Supercar"... What a joke.
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Jeeps are doing a great job with their line right now.
yes, 2014 GC is awesome, great buy for around 60 grand (here in oz). Much better than what I expected.
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http://www.supercompressor.com/rides/driving-in-the-snow-track-n-go-supercompressor-com?utm_content=sixpack&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=Nation&utm_campaign=1.20.14%20NATION%3A%20These%20are%20the%2017%20best%20Tiki%20bars%20in%20America
Driving in the snow can be incredibly fun... right up until you get stuck and realize you've gotta walk 15 miles in the snow (up hill, and both ways at that) to get help. Solving that problem and enabling you to play in more powder than Tony Montana, the guys behind Track 'N Go have managed to turn your ordinary truck into a snow-eating tank with these tracks that essentially clip onto your tires.
The company originally made their mark by making a similar conversion kit for bikes, so they know a thing or two about playing in the snow.
So long as you've got a 4x4, you can put 'em on just about anything. Simply use a nifty little ramp that comes with the purchase to drive onto them, and they snap into place. Unlike other track systems, these are driven by the tires, so you just drive along normally and pay no attention to the fact that you're driving around in several feet of snow.
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i dont drive cars anymore ,bc of concerns about global warming and polluting the air.
i switched to this
(http://iissvoicesblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/eurofighter-typhoon-over-dubai-photo-bae-systems-20121.jpg)
thats me going home after a business-holyday trip to dubai,india
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i dont drive cars anymore ,bc of concerns about global warming and polluting the air.
i switched to this
(http://iissvoicesblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/eurofighter-typhoon-over-dubai-photo-bae-systems-20121.jpg)
thats me going home after a business-holyday trip to dubai,india
Now that's the perfect ride! :) :D
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2014 Q50S 8)
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Now that's the perfect ride! :) :D
its rather tight and mpg is not so good, but living in dubai help with that, cheap fuel.
i ordered custom spinning wheels to spic it up a bit 8)
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its rather tight and mpg is not so good, but living in dubai help with that, cheap fuel.
i ordered custom spinning wheels to spic it up a bit 8)
Gal you have to pimp it out or you'll just be ordinary! ;)
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i dont drive cars anymore ,bc of concerns about global warming and polluting the air.
i switched to this
(http://iissvoicesblog.files.wordpress.com/2012/12/eurofighter-typhoon-over-dubai-photo-bae-systems-20121.jpg)
thats me going home after a business-holyday trip to dubai,india
^^
Isn't this your ride, Bro- I photographed it in your backyard... :D
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Isn't this your ride, Bro- I photographed it in your backyard... :D
thats ny daily driver bro.
the newer one i only drive at weekends
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Rolls Royce.
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(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/148382_10151663961314972_1947985439_n.jpg)
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http://laughingsquid.com/hennessey-venom-gt-reaches-world-record-270-mph-at-kennedy-space-center/
Hennessey Venom GT Reaches World Record 270 MPH at the Kennedy Space Center
On February 14, a Hennessey Venom GT reached a top speed of 270.49 MPH on a runway at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, making the 1,244-horsepower supercar the fastest 2-seat sports car in the world. The record attempt was performed on a 3.2-mile space shuttle runway. The car’s pilot, race car driver and test engineer Brian Smith, accelerated for 2.4 miles, using the remainder of the runway to decelerate from 270 MPH to zero.
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Considering a 4x4 flatbed or tipper with hiab in the 8-15 ton GVM range. Used or auction sales for sure after being quoted $140k new for an 8 ton, no crane or hydraulics of any kind.
Advices welcomed.
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I've always wanted an American V8 muscle car so I picked this up 2 and a half months ago
(https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-BjCo44OuCZQ/Us4wUrAgOUI/AAAAAAAAIIM/-Ls8jMsC3lg/s1701-d/IMG_20140108_211444.jpg)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-qJJtiGc3EqI/UrZHZffYUGI/AAAAAAAAFwk/sBWFp1LC08M/w640-h480-no/13+-+1)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-f3Ga-RzE0Ww/U0Gd_lKEvzI/AAAAAAAAIzM/qlz_dybX2pM/w640-h480-no/068b95bf384ac2d363437a5f80303314x.jpg)
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-w8Y3wKX2A78/U0GeAFnsppI/AAAAAAAAIzU/ycyqOQf6w_g/w640-h480-no/3dfeeb1ce466693d46c6c40e5a508043x.jpg)
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2009 c6 corvette..
I want to buy a Mercedes sl55 or 63 Amg for my next car..
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I just traded my daily driver bmw 335xi (which I detested, hated every single thing about it) for a six cyl. Camaro. I drive 100+ km (60 miles) per day, so I needed something with 30 miles per gallon.
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I just traded my daily driver bmw 335xi (which I detested, hated every single thing about it) for a six cyl. Camaro. I drive 100+ km (60 miles) per day, so I needed something with 30 miles per gallon.
Great car. I've got the V6 Mustang and it too delivers 30+ mpg. I like the Camaro's exterior better (especially the convertible) than the 'Stang's and vice versa on the interior. Since I sit inside, I chose the Mustang. Both are childhood favorites along with the Challenger.
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Great car. I've got the V6 Mustang and it too delivers 30+ mpg. I like the Camaro's exterior better (especially the convertible) than the 'Stang's and vice versa on the interior. Since I sit inside, I chose the Mustang. Both are childhood favorites along with the Challenger.
ya, obviously there are nicer cars out there, but this is saving me $300 / mth in fuel over any other vehicle I have. it's the nice six cyl., has the heated leather seats. and since today is our first day above freezing, that's good.
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I just traded my daily driver bmw 335xi (which I detested, hated every single thing about it) for a six cyl. Camaro. I drive 100+ km (60 miles) per day, so I needed something with 30 miles per gallon.
Times must be tough. Drink and party your money away?
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i got a 84 corvette, its old but i love it, plus i cant afford a new one anyway right now :( the whole roof comes off which is cool, i really take good care of it, waxing it n keeping it tuned up ect. one thing about vettes is they always look cool 8)
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Times must be tough. Drink and party your money away?
a lot of it. the rest I just wasted ;D ;D
I still have other vehicles, but I wanted something good on fuel to mile out.
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2014 Q50S 8)
RB + Inf
8)
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(http://i8.photobucket.com/albums/a11/Rainwarning/MyCar_zps47582579.png) (http://s8.photobucket.com/user/Rainwarning/media/MyCar_zps47582579.png.html)
That's my current car. Living the dream I am.
Want to get myself established here first before getting something a bit more fitting of my magnificent stature :P
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(http://img.netcarshow.com/Renault-Kangoo_2006_1600x1200_wallpaper_03.jpg)
Serious.
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(http://img.netcarshow.com/Renault-Kangoo_2006_1600x1200_wallpaper_03.jpg)
Serious.
Haha. I was given one of those on day 1 of my first job out of university. I was installing IT systems for Vodafone in their shops, UK wide. I hastily bought a hat and sunglasses.
Nice little drive though
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Land Rover Defender. She's a beast, can be a bit temperamental in colder weather but for what I use her for there is no substitute.
Also use a 2004 Toyota Corolla for normal everyday things like driving into town for shopping. Again nothing fancy but one of the most reliable cars Ive ever used, never gives any trouble and will run forever. Before this one I had the previous generation model (1995) and got 350,000 miles out of her!
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I have a black Merc C class kompressor.
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I have a black Merc C class kompressor.
My dad used to have a Merc C class saloon that I drove a few times and it just didn't have that special feel that I thought a Merc would/should have. My brother drives a BMW 5 series and you can definitely feel the difference in quality compared to a lesser make.
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I'm thinking of getting a dodge journey or something similar as I am getting another big dog.
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Have a 2013 F150, stepping it up in 2016 to this...
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i got a 84 corvette, its old but i love it, plus i cant afford a new one anyway right now :( the whole roof comes off which is cool, i really take good care of it, waxing it n keeping it tuned up ect. one thing about vettes is they always look cool 8)
Sweet!
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Have a 2013 F150, stepping it up in 2016 to this...
I wouldn't mind it if I could afford a new Dodge Ram pickup in white. But alas, I cannot. Had an 03 F150 and liked it very much but my wife needed a car so I traded it in on a Passat for her.
Wish I still had my Toyota pickup. It was a '95 (?) or whatever was the last year before the Tacoma came out.
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An old ass civic
Debating between a x3 35i or a 3 series wagon right now, the x3 drives sloppier but the wagon is stupid overpriced for a 4 banger and we don't get the euro v6 option over here. But the 2015 x3 has no msport package out until may.
Murcia, fuck yeah.
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(http://hotdoggerblog.com/wp-content/themes/hotdogger/downloads_images/OscarMayer_Wienermobile.jpg)
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Have a 2013 F150, stepping it up in 2016 to this...
that thing is awesome!!
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Mine looks better from the inside...
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/vroom1_zps66b2185e.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/vroom2_zps528c49e9.jpg)
Second one in 2 months - first one, the gearbox went after 9 days. German engineering, eh?
They replaced the whole car though.
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Mine looks better from the inside...
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/vroom1_zps66b2185e.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/vroom2_zps528c49e9.jpg)
Second one in 2 months - first one, the gearbox went after 9 days. German engineering, eh?
They replaced the whole car though.
Steering wheel on the right side of peace :-X
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Thailand - we drive on the left...
Well - I drive on the left - every other fucker just seems to drive wherever the fuck they want - but left is what it would say in their highway code, were they to have one.
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Thailand - we drive on the left...
Well - I drive on the left - every other fucker just seems to drive wherever the fuck they want - but left is what it would say in their highway code, were they to have one.
Why would you even bother with a nice car like that in Thailand? Don't they still have bikes with tents on them?
It's like driving an Aston Martin in Rwanda.
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e63 amg
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is that your personal vehicle? ^^^
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Why would you even bother with a nice car like that in Thailand? Don't they still have bikes with tents on them?
It's like driving an Aston Martin in Rwanda.
I was driving SUVs here for 16 years here - mostly because of the kids, wakeboards, bikes etc - this time I just decided I wanted something a bit more fun to drive. They have some decent roads here, although Bangkok does get gridlocked.
The biggest upsides - you don't get pulled over by the cops in it and when you drive into a full car park, the security guards will guide you to a "pride of place" area where you can leave your car. Not sure why - but I suspect they like to have nice cars lined up at the front. So basically - you'll be driving behind 4 Toyotas all looking for spaces, then you hear a whistle, the guard waves you over, moves some traffic cones and gives you that place to leave the car. Bung him 20 Baht (75c) and you'll be waved in every time you go there.
Poor countries like Thailand aren't void of money - it's just not very evenly distributed. Go to Starbucks @ Tops on Thong Lor any Sunday morning and you will see about 10 $1million+ cars there - all owned by guys that look like they should still be in diapers. A lot of them are illegally imported because of huge car taxes (even my 320i cost $80k), so these guys are probably the sons of politicians, senior police, senior armed forces etc. - lots of money and total exemption from the law.
Bottom line - even a cheaper BMW like mine is fun to drive. I rented a new Honda Accord whilst waiting for the BMW and it was like steering a fish. Nice, smooth ride but no guts and no personality.
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Have a 2013 F150, stepping it up in 2016 to this...
Coach, be ready for 'Short Men in Big Wroom Wroom's' jokes
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I was driving SUVs here for 16 years here - mostly because of the kids, wakeboards, bikes etc - this time I just decided I wanted something a bit more fun to drive. They have some decent roads here, although Bangkok does get gridlocked.
The biggest upsides - you don't get pulled over by the cops in it and when you drive into a full car park, the security guards will guide you to a "pride of place" area where you can leave your car. Not sure why - but I suspect they like to have nice cars lined up at the front. So basically - you'll be driving behind 4 Toyotas all looking for spaces, then you hear a whistle, the guard waves you over, moves some traffic cones and gives you that place to leave the car. Bung him 20 Baht (75c) and you'll be waved in every time you go there.
Poor countries like Thailand aren't void of money - it's just not very evenly distributed. Go to Starbucks @ Tops on Thong Lor any Sunday morning and you will see about 10 $1million+ cars there - all owned by guys that look like they should still be in diapers. A lot of them are illegally imported because of huge car taxes (even my 320i cost $80k), so these guys are probably the sons of politicians, senior police, senior armed forces etc. - lots of money and total exemption from the law.
Bottom line - even a cheaper BMW like mine is fun to drive. I rented a new Honda Accord whilst waiting for the BMW and it was like steering a fish. Nice, smooth ride but no guts and no personality.
I've been in my ex boss' GT3 and A8. Been in a Ferrari 458 Italia (only passenger) and BMW X6 custom built. Obviously nice cars and all that. Drives .. well I don't really know. It drives better than my Honda for sure. But for me it's 110% NOT worth dropping any money on a car that expensive. Even if I had it (which I don't), I'd never see the value in spending 100s of 1000s to essentially connect A & B.
However, different strokes and all that.
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I've been in my ex boss' GT3 and A8. Been in a Ferrari 458 Italia (only passenger) and BMW X6 custom built. Obviously nice cars and all that. Drives .. well I don't really know. It drives better than my Honda for sure. But for me it's 110% NOT worth dropping any money on a car that expensive. Even if I had it (which I don't), I'd never see the value in spending 100s of 1000s to essentially connect A & B.
However, different strokes and all that.
Well - I couldn't afford a Ferrari, so I can't comment. I don't expect to be able to either!
As an English guy, I think it's a fucking outrage the cost of cars here. A couple of weeks ago I was in Singapore and over lunch, the woman I was having lunch with explained that they had just paid S$115,000 for a one or two year old 7 seater Citroen. In US dollars, that's $91K,for a Citroen! Cars are REALLY, REALLY expensive in Singapore plus they have some odd regulations intended to keep as many people off the road by making it expensive.
The bottom line is her husband is in sales, needs a car and that's how much they are there. So you either get one or not.
So I don't think it's about splashing out on a really expensive car as much as living in a place where cars just cost a load more. The flip side is that food, electricity, fuel, property is all VERY cheap where I live. In Singapore everything is expensive. In Thailand, cost of living wise, it does start to balance out.
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You should try Ireland, UK cars are a steal compared to over here. Plus with the price of fuel we pay here in Europe we are getting screwed big time. Americans don't realise how good they have it, I drove across the US and Canada before and couldn't believe how cheap fuel was and meanwhile all over their news at the time was stories about how gas prices had hit an all time high over there.
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M6 of peace
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My next whip.
(http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NDgwWDY0MA==/z/11MAAOxyUgtTML-v/$_57.JPG)
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M6 of peace
Contractor Car of Peace. :-X
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/52/Nissan_Sentra_SL.jpg/800px-Nissan_Sentra_SL.jpg)
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I work 10 hours a week...from home. lol
You're the kind of guy that hates cars he couldn't even afford to insure.
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KITT is up for auction:
http://www.julienslive.com/view-auctions/catalog/id/120/lot/51531/?url=%252Fview-auctions%252Fcatalog%252Fid%252F120%252F%253Fpage%253D5%2526items%253D100
Americans have had a long-running love affair with the automobile, and in 1982, David Hasselhoff drove into our hearts as Michael Knight in an artificially intelligent, indestructible supercar fashioned out of a 1982 Pontiac Trans Am named KITT (Knight Industries Two Thousand). Fans created this KITT car and gifted it to Hasselhoff. This is not your standard 1986 Firebird. Inside and out she is fashioned after the beloved icon, including KITT’s distinct exterior lighting and scissor doors. Her custom interior features w-style yoke steering wheel and an elaborate digital dash and console. She is rear wheel drive and powered by a 5.0 liter V-8 engine with automatic transmission. She is programmed to speak with over 4,000 sound bites from the classic television show Knight Rider . The car was made by Jennifer Catano.
Please note this item is on display at the Museum of Style Icons in Ireland until April 27, 2014. The winning bidder is responsible for all costs associated with moving and shipping this item.
PROVENANCE From the Collection of David Hasselhoff
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Homemade Supercar: Man Creates Replica McLaren
lol, spending 8 years???? to build a fake car?
what the fuck
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You should try Ireland, UK cars are a steal compared to over here. Plus with the price of fuel we pay here in Europe we are getting screwed big time. Americans don't realise how good they have it, I drove across the US and Canada before and couldn't believe how cheap fuel was and meanwhile all over their news at the time was stories about how gas prices had hit an all time high over there.
Then look at prices here in NZ dude. We get bent over and rammed hard. Don't even get the benefit of being greased up first.
In the UK I've had a Z4 before I was 25. I've had all the 'name' cars before settling on a 3 series Beemer and a new Clio as a run-around. Cheap as chips back home.
Over here they take the piss. Cars with 150-200k on the clock often goes for close to 5 grand GBP and a decent runner would set you back double that. I'm looking at buying a Ford SUV and I'm going to be stumping up 25k GBP for it. That's 3 years old with 60 on the clock.
Fucking piss take here.
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is that your personal vehicle? ^^^
8)Yes sir . I also have a CADDY CTS 4 ! Black Cherry . I like the style of the CTS more .
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Acura integra gsr
Bmw e90 325I
Yamaha r6
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lol, spending 8 years???? to build a fake car?
what the fuck
No worse than spending 10 years to build a fake body.
At least his car doesn't shrink when he stops putting oil in it.
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No worse than spending 10 years to build a fake body.
At least his car doesn't shrink when he stops putting oil in it.
ahahahahahaaha
10/10
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cars? cars? take your stupid car and give it to ric flairs wife the ultimate warrior is no more. pay your respects you little unleaded punks.
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http://guyism.com/weird-news/pov-video-cement-truck-slamming-car.html
You must watch this POV video of a cement truck slamming into a car head-on
This POV video of a cement truck flying through an intersection straight at a car head-on while tipping over at high speed is like something straight out of a nightmare.
Thanks to Texas A&M professor Dr. Guan Zhu, who somehow survived this incident with only minor injuries we now what this would look like. (This is why we all need video cameras in our cars. Like Russia. For the many WTF videos it would produce. Okay, maybe not a good argument.)
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http://guyism.com/weird-news/pov-video-cement-truck-slamming-car.html
You must watch this POV video of a cement truck slamming into a car head-on
This POV video of a cement truck flying through an intersection straight at a car head-on while tipping over at high speed is like something straight out of a nightmare.
Thanks to Texas A&M professor Dr. Guan Zhu, who somehow survived this incident with only minor injuries we now what this would look like. (This is why we all need video cameras in our cars. Like Russia. For the many WTF videos it would produce. Okay, maybe not a good argument.)
ban cement trucks!!!
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All the ladies love a Nash Rambler, lol
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http://laughingsquid.com/rally-car-driver-makes-an-uphill-turn-on-two-wheels-during-a-race-in-galicia-spain/
This video captures a particularly sharp turn taken up on two wheels in a Suzuki Swift piloted by driver Oscar Barrosa during the 47th Rallye Ourense race which occurred June 13th and 14th in Galicia, Spain. There’s also video of the heart-skipping turn shot from the other side.
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For when I have the family!
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For when it's just the two of us! ;)
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Silver Mustang convertible. Bought it with some of my Netflix stock money.
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BMW E46 M3...
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BMW E46 M3...
8)..I KNOW WE HAD FULL DISCUSSION ON THIS BUT STILL...
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8)..I KNOW WE HAD FULL DISCUSSION ON THIS BUT STILL...
;)BMW maniacs here... ;)
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:D
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Toyota Sienna Mini-Van 8)
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Well - I managed to kill 2 x BMW 320i Sports in the past 3 months. BMW to recompense me have offered me a full refund on the 320i and a hefty discount off this....
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(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/19-06-201403-11-41_zps44a71675.jpg)
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The 528i M Sport. Bit of an old mans car but whatever...
They come round with the paperwork tomorrow, cars in stock with the colors I want, so I hope to have it within a week. In the meantime I'm driving a loaner...
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Well - I managed to kill 2 x BMW 320i Sports in the past 3 months. BMW to recompense me have offered me a full refund on the 320i and a hefty discount off this....
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/19-06-201403-11-08_zps207c52e2.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/19-06-201403-11-41_zps44a71675.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/19-06-201403-10-47_zps53ec1b28.jpg)
The 528i M Sport. Bit of an old mans car but whatever...
They come round with the paperwork tomorrow, cars in stock with the colors I want, so I hope to have it within a week. In the meantime I'm driving a loaner...
THATS a good thing about bmw they hate bad product on road,and buy backs is there way out of it...that is a slick looking'old mans car'lol...
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2004 Honda Civic 1.4S, paintwork is ruined from nail scratches of women trying to hold on and get a piece of the driver. That and lending the car to my gf a few times.
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2004 Honda Civic 1.4S, paintwork is ruined from nail scratches of women trying to hold on and get a piece of the driver. That and lending the car to my gf a few times.
lol..
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lol..
(http://i.imgur.com/7QdbP.jpg)
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2004 Dodge RAM 1500
04 Dodge RAM 1500 (black)
07 Jeep Grand Cherokee (black)
As you betas can see I'm doin pretty good......alpha life!
Had the Dodge 6 years before the older thread, still have it today and will continue to drive it until it can't be drove no mo.
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I hope to upgrade to 16" wheels soon!!
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2010 Nissan Titan LE Black chrome
(http://images.gtcarlot.com/pictures/30634740.jpg)
96 Impala SS Black (thinking about getting rid of it and getting a used cls 550 amg mercedes benz black for wife. she has a nice honda accord but wants a freaking Porsche cayenne ....smh....damn that. LOL)
(http://www.t-boneranch.com/images/WebImp1.jpg)
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This one of em. I got a few. That's my oldest. Drove it 3 times 15 years.lol
Is that you, wolf?
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Is that you, wolf?
Yep lol
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(http://carpaper.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2014-cadillac-ats-white-image.jpg)
ATS in two weeks via my sugar daddy. 8)
Note: sugar daddy equals contractor for those whores on here who think i'm a fag. >:(
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Ah, nice ride.
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I do like cars. Over the years I put a couple that I like together.
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(http://carpaper.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2014-cadillac-ats-white-image.jpg)
ATS in two weeks via my sugar daddy. 8)
Note: sugar daddy equals contractor for those whores on here who think i'm a fag. >:(
Dayum...that's a tight ass whip playa. Much props. Want one, but it just aint happening at this time.
My lil bro has a CTS V sedan/blk. I got in that ish...punched it.....OMG. So proud of him. That car gets respect anywhere on earth.
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(http://carpaper.net/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/2014-cadillac-ats-white-image.jpg)
ATS in two weeks via my sugar daddy. 8)
Note: sugar daddy equals contractor for those whores on here who think i'm a fag. >:(
Before I bought my charger rt this January, I was on the verge of buying this... but then I just couldn't resist the V8 in the charger.... chose power over sophistication lol
But congrats
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Before I bought my charger rt this January, I was on the verge of buying this... but then I just couldn't resist the V8 in the charger.... chose power over sophistication lol
But congrats
I was thinking about the CTS v wagon last year, only wagon that's specked like the euro avant rs, but couldn't do it... brick-like American cars have the most clunky design language. Chunky and aggressive and hard edged is great, but the way it's executed is not so good.
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Picked her up today - 528i M Sport
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3613_zpsa4dffdee.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3628_zps351a2cc7.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3623_zps17d2d053.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3625_zps98b445e0.jpg)
Now the boring "run-in" period...
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Picked her up today - 528i M Sport
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3613_zpsa4dffdee.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3628_zps351a2cc7.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3623_zps17d2d053.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3625_zps98b445e0.jpg)
Now the boring "run-in" period...
NICE...
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Picked her up today - 528i M Sport
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3613_zpsa4dffdee.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3628_zps351a2cc7.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3623_zps17d2d053.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3625_zps98b445e0.jpg)
Now the boring "run-in" period...
Juicy car, have fun
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modenr american cars are shit
60s muscle cars rule
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Picked her up today - 528i M Sport
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3613_zpsa4dffdee.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3628_zps351a2cc7.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3623_zps17d2d053.jpg)
(http://i39.photobucket.com/albums/e156/tb9pdvs/IMG_3625_zps98b445e0.jpg)
Now the boring "run-in" period...
The wheel is on the wrong side.
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Anybody into modifying or upgrading their car? Or better yet what kind of car do you currently drive, whether it's a lease or financed. I currently have a Nissan Murano '09 model.
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honda odyssey 2012 touring, i love it
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The wheel is on the wrong side.
They normally have one on each corner.
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The wheel is on the wrong side.
Yeah - number plate is in Thai too....
Might as well get them to fix both issues at the same time... ;D
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modenr american cars are shit
60s muscle cars rule
Dunno man - I was in a car park the other day and brand new a Shelby Mustang GT500 drove slowly by - that's a damn muscular looking vee-hickle.
Awesome from the back too.
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I like the Dodge look too
only Cadillac really get its wrong, and they get it so very very wrong (not including mercury, Lincoln and other AARP approved brands obviously)
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Silverado.
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Silverado.
Sounds ok are still lifting?
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Sounds ok are still lifting?
One of my favorite posters, can never really understand what you are saying. But I'm sure you don't give a damn.
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We traded in the Hummer & the Esco for 2 350z's. Which one is better.....the hardtop or convertible?
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Not my car (I have the Charger which I posted on page 14 of this thread), this is my parents'.
My dad picked up the Tesla a couple of months back and I finally got to drive it this weekend. All I gotta say is WOW!!! First of all, its really weird driving a car that's practically SILENT when its running, you really forget that its on when going around a neighborhood.
But Taking it on the highway and going 0-60 in 4 seconds is an incredible feeling!! Spent a nice few days with that bad boy!!
(https://tcvnwa.dm2302.livefilestore.com/y2mh3iTP8r3kSyuU9uBXhSvvMcu91_25NtNjsDvHIyYtWqYZkgQKY7uCiMVLcUfUh8oTaeA4RoZ54fb0tni_tCsmsL8m4gFNFB3omYLdiXXQqNgfcMk0tO7C1XOu2VpogTN/toy1.jpg?psid=1)
(https://vfcqyg.dm2302.livefilestore.com/y2mlX9mIxPhfqBHPFeQhalrurrZaiwleGFIiF-u81SdoO3LZbPkQkZ57DfGfZq6DKHJKu7Dx_Z0lPVqCs7CK-mHOEu_D5FAyn8Zb437gSgE8pbiuSEEXDCwwQGQFxXizg9p/WP_20140629_005.jpg?psid=1)
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(http://s14.postimg.org/nyciiidch/Joon_1.jpg)
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That thing rocks!!
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Picked her up today
Now the boring "run-in" period...
Never done a run in period on any of our cars.
We've had a number of Audis all thrashed from day 1.
Wife drives an RS5 and I drive a Q7.
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Lexus and Toyotas. And don't call me "seriously".
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very soon bentley like my friend phil
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Current car
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:D
(http://www.airportmarinahonda.com/usr/image/2009-honda-crv-1.jpg)
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Bmw 330d convertible & Jaguar XF S.
Would like Bmw M5.. ;)
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I'm selling my car.
Just took a deposit from the buyer yesterday.
1997 Skyline gts-t
2.5L Turbo
5 speed manual
several mods
fast
(http://oi62.tinypic.com/fnuxkh.jpg)
(http://oi59.tinypic.com/2q9xa3d.jpg)
(http://oi57.tinypic.com/51spd4.jpg)
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Is250 f sport with some stuff done
64 gto
95 mustang 5.0 (got it really cheep)
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I'm selling my car.
Just took a deposit from the buyer yesterday.
1997 Skyline gts-t
2.5L Turbo
5 speed manual
several mods
fast
(http://oi62.tinypic.com/fnuxkh.jpg)
I feel like I saw this car on Jalopnik recently
(http://oi59.tinypic.com/2q9xa3d.jpg)
(http://oi57.tinypic.com/51spd4.jpg)
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its seems like everybody and their mothers r driving new mustangs and chargers these days so its not that big a deal when u pull up to one at a light somewhere,now pulling next to a older VETTE is another story,everyone can appreciate that cause u dont see them around every 2 blocks. these days with the way car dealers r practiclly giving cars away so cheap i can go out and get a new mustang or charger but i rather drive my CORVETTE,its older but like i said its not something u see everyday so that alone makes me feel good. my buddy who gave me the car did a total overhaul on the motor as well as the paint job and interior.everythings pretty much new even though its 30yrs old,he kept everything original also cause theres no faster way to kill the beauty of a car like that than putting on different hoods,bumpers ect,it kills the whole car doing that
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its seems like everybody and their mothers r driving new mustangs and chargers these days so its not that big a deal when u pull up to one at a light somewhere,now pulling next to a older VETTE is another story,everyone can appreciate that cause u dont see them around every 2 blocks. these days with the way car dealers r practiclly giving cars away so cheap i can go out and get a new mustang or charger but i rather drive my CORVETTE,its older but like i said its not something u see everyday so that alone makes me feel good. my buddy who gave me the car did a total overhaul on the motor as well as the paint job and interior.everythings pretty much new even though its 30yrs old,he kept everything original also cause theres no faster way to kill the beauty of a car like that than putting on different hoods,bumpers ect,it kills the whole car doing that
What year of corvette? Details? Also any pics?
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What year of corvette? Details? Also any pics?
84 silver vette,LT-1 350 CROSSFIRE, my buddy who gave me the car did alot of work on the car,changed pretty much everything mechanical as well as the interior and exterior(paint job and detail)i got abunch of pics,ill post them up in a few,i got to turn on my scanner and scan them then put them up on getbig. to b honest its not that fast compared to the newer cars out today,they would crush me in the quarter mile and even the mile for that matter,lol. but its a cool ride to just cruise around in,the whole roof comes off,just 4 bolts hold the roof on, its got AC also.vettes always look nice if they r kept up and maintained nicely imo
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Nice. First or one of the first years of that body style. Corvettes are great for getting attention. Fun to drive too. I'm hoping to get one in the next couple years.
I have a Corvette thread on the general topics board if you want to share pics or anything corvette related with getbig. :)
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Nice. First or one of the first years of that body style. Corvettes are great for getting attention. Fun to drive too. I'm hoping to get one in the next couple years.
I have a Corvette thread on the general topics board if you want to share pics or anything corvette related with getbig. :)
yea man no doubt,cool.thanks also,im gonna check it out in a few and post there,i found a great corvette website on the net,its a great site and got everything and anything on vettes,old and new.i believe its CORVETTEFORUM.COM awesome site man
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350 km/h (218 mph) 918 chasing Koenigsegg Agera R on German Autobahn Porsche vs Koenigsegg
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(http://www.gadgetshowprizes.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/mr-bean-21.jpg)
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here's one for you high rollers on here 500 k on e-bay...
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here's one for you high rollers on here 500 k on e-bay...
Imagine look of horror on a 1st date picking up some hot girl for dinner and then to the bat cave for dessert.
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LaFerrari
McLaren P1
918 spyder
Daily - Bentley continental speed
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(http://i48.photobucket.com/albums/f209/modelboy69/maz_zpsecxfc3rg.jpg) (http://s48.photobucket.com/user/modelboy69/media/maz_zpsecxfc3rg.jpg.html)
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84 silver vette,LT-1 350 CROSSFIRE, my buddy who gave me the car did alot of work on the car,changed pretty much everything mechanical as well as the interior and exterior(paint job and detail)i got abunch of pics,ill post them up in a few,i got to turn on my scanner and scan them then put them up on getbig. to b honest its not that fast compared to the newer cars out today,they would crush me in the quarter mile and even the mile for that matter,lol. but its a cool ride to just cruise around in,the whole roof comes off,just 4 bolts hold the roof on, its got AC also.vettes always look nice if they r kept up and maintained nicely imo
LT1 vettes are huge pieces of shit. Hope that helps.
SHit motor.
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Netflix Could Land Clarkson, Hammond & May, Call New Show 'House Of Cars': Video
http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1098288_netflix-could-land-clarkson-hammond-may-call-new-show-house-of-cars-video?fbfanpage
Last week, we speculated Jeremy Clarkson would land at Netflix—and now we have new info suggesting that's exactly what's going to happen.
The Mirror is reporting that he and co conspirators Richard Hammond and James May—along with former Top Gear producer Andy Wilman—are close to a deal with the streaming service to host their next endeavor. The name is said to be House of Cars, a play on the company's smash hit House of Cards.
Obviously, landing the trio would be a huge win for Netflix.
And while there's no indication of what would be different about the new show, since Netflix isn't bound by broadcast standard, viewers might get to hear their frequent profanity in all its glorious detail, as opposed to the bleeps which punctuated their exchanges on the BBC.
Another potential upshot for fans if the deal goes through? If Netflix follows the formula it has with its other series—and there's no reason to expect it won't—the entire season will be available at once. Who wouldn't want to spend an entire weekend binge watching the three musketeers play with the planet's most desirable vehicles?
For now, Clarkson, Hammond, and May are busying themselves preparing to host their upcoming series of live dates, creatively titled Clarkson, Hammond and May Live!
With the BBC set to begin a new era of Top Gear with a fresh cast, and the knowledge that the old crew isn't quite done yet, it's a good time to be a fan of automotive enthusiast programming. Stay tuned for more info.
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here's one for you high rollers on here 500 k on e-bay...
They had a few of these (all used for the first and second movie) - I believe David Copperfield bought one.
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Currently I drive a 2005 corolla, but I am buying a Subaru Legacy B4 RSK with a manual transmission in the next few days. Deposit is already down on it. It's white and is absolutely MINT, love the Japanese imports you can't get the B4 RSK in the states and they're rare everywhere else. It's basically a legacy with the STI motor and tranny plus another turbo. I drove it and instantly loved it. Roomy and not cramped like the STI and VERY fast. Hits boost at 2500 rpm and pulls hard all the way to redline.
Not much of a tuner car but I'll dress it up and lower it, and throw a proper 3 inch catback exhaust and cold air intake on. That plus a tune and we'll be good for a little but over 300 horse power to all 4 wheels.
Oh, and did I mention is has only 65k kms on? thing is mint.
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Currently I drive a 2005 corolla, but I am buying a Subaru Legacy B4 RSK with a manual transmission in the next few days. Deposit is already down on it. It's white and is absolutely MINT, love the Japanese imports you can't get the B4 RSK in the states and they're rare everywhere else. It's basically a legacy with the STI motor and tranny plus another turbo. I drove it and instantly loved it. Roomy and not cramped like the STI and VERY fast. Hits boost at 2500 rpm and pulls hard all the way to redline.
Not much of a tuner car but I'll dress it up and lower it, and throw a proper 3 inch catback exhaust and cold air intake on. That plus a tune and we'll be good for a little but over 300 horse power to all 4 wheels.
Oh, and did I mention is has only 65k kms on? thing is mint.
Nice car!
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DeLorean, Reborn as an EV, to Debut at Pebble Beach This August
Not everyone is familiar with the DeLorean Motor Company name, but most people know the automaker's now legendary product: the DMC DeLorean. Although sold only for the 1981–1983 model years, the sports car's stainless steel body panels and gullwing doors made it—and continue to make it—a wholly unique and head-turning vehicle. No wonder director Robert Zemeckis chose the car to serve as the time machine in the Back to the Future movie franchise.
It was only a matter of time, then, until another entity brought the notorious vehicle back to life. DeLorean Motors Reimagined is doing just that. The company, whose largest shareholder is the DeLorean Motor Company that sells parts for and restores original DeLoreans, is set to reveal its new-age take on John Z. DeLorean's classic coupe at the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance in August.
The car DeLorean parks on the Concept Lawn at the concours will preview the company's low-volume production vehicle. Unlike the gasoline-powered DeLorean of yore, the new one will receive motivation from a battery-electric powertrain. Company officials are keeping mum on most of the car's key details at the moment, but chief executive officer Joost de Vries, who previously held positions at companies such as Volvo and Tesla, shared with Car and Driver that the reborn DeLorean is expected to offer at least 300 miles of driving range.
The company is fitting the car with a bespoke platform, too, though it intends to source the powertrain—such as electric motors and battery packs—it needs from external operations. As de Vries noted, "It makes no sense today for a company of our size to vertically integrate everything."
The finished product ought to crib styling cues from its forebear without recycling its looks. As chief marketing officer Troy Beetz said, the car the company plans to show off at Pebble Beach imagines what a modern DeLorean might look like "had it been around for the last 40 years."
Whether this results in a car that turns heads in the same way its predecessor did remains to be seen. Nevertheless, the company wants to create a vehicle that caters to people's emotions, with de Vries divulging that the forthcoming DeLorean sacrifices some aerodynamic efficiency in the name of style.
Despite its looks, the original DeLorean's performance was rather unimpressive. Don't expect that facet of the old car to carry over to the new one. Although de Vries was adamant about the DeLorean redux “not [being] a hypercar,” he did state that the company is engineering the vehicle to appeal to “people who want to drive.”
It's clear the folks spearheading this project possess the experience and passion to theoretically create a competitive high-end electric sports car. Still, it's neither easy nor inexpensive for a rather small organization to build and produce a new and profitable vehicle.
We certainly want to believe in the promise of a modern-day DeLorean, and we're excited to see what the company brings to Pebble in August. That said, we'll likely maintain a bit of healthy skepticism until we see the operation start delivering vehicles to customers.
https://www.caranddriver.com/news/a39194213/delorean-electric-vehicle-new/?utm_medium=social-media&utm_campaign=socialflowR%26T&utm_source=facebook&fbclid=IwAR274aGDTFBTFc3BkMuRSXoP0s-NDOVouompmusfONYlcGc_SWPTJemGID4
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My daily driver in 1987 was a 72 Pantera, I shit you not, great looking car, but constantly had problems...sold it and bought a 57 Chevy, which I have to this day.
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Looking for a BMW M5 Competition, wait time, a year!!! :'(
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2006 Ford Escape XLT
2011 Corvette Z06
2014 F150
All have their uses and are paid for in cash.
I will say the 2006 Escape is the best built vehicle i've owned in my life. 180k miles and has not had a single problem since i purchased it with 25k miles in 2009. It's a fucking tank.
My 2014 F150 is garbage, at a little over 100k miles i've already spent nearly $10k on repairs.
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Classics are always nice
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Daily Driver: 2008 Rav 4 All wheel drive. 139,000 miles and runs flawlessly.
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Id recommend this, just as long as you have a backup car and a mate with a flatbed truck.
Weighs nothing, misbehaves, scares the shit out of passengers, looks like a hairdressers car.
Perfect.
Wife's car, though...