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Automotive Discussion Thread | OT2 | Zero to pointless fighting faster than a GT86
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Hesemonni
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I've been contemplating on buying a 4 seated convertible for quite a while now. Never owned one and don't exactly plan on investing too much in it. It's just for summertime use and as sort of a hobby car. I kinda narrowed it down to either Audi A4, BMW 3-series or MB CLK. The usual suspects.
Now, the more and more I think of it the following car makes the most sense.
BMW 330 '02.
108 000 km
Manual transmission
M-sport Individiual
1 owner and serviced accordingly
The only thing I'm not too keen about are the rims, but I could live with them for the time being. E93s have a higher price tag and are basically out of my current budget. Would love the hardtop though.
Now, the more and more I think of it the following car makes the most sense.
BMW 330 '02.
108 000 km
Manual transmission
M-sport Individiual
1 owner and serviced accordingly
The only thing I'm not too keen about are the rims, but I could live with them for the time being. E93s have a higher price tag and are basically out of my current budget. Would love the hardtop though.
Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
Facinating how cleanly some mid engined super cars split in half. The front part from the last image almost looks like it was meant to come off like that if you took out some bolts.
SliChillax
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They are supposed to split in half. It lessens the energy of the impact. The carbon monocoque stays intact while the rest of the car splits up. There are usually like 7 magnesium bolts if I'm not mistaken holding the rear of the car to the monocoque.
That's what I implied when I first talked about the 911R but I got attacked and made fun of by being called a BMW fanboy.
Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
and the rear...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lamborghini-Aventador-LP700-/262335349314?rmvSB=true
carmageddon got the crash physics right all those years ago
nabe_shogun
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Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
Here's the front:
and the rear...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lamborghini-Aventador-LP700-/262335349314?rmvSB=true
It's barely even noticeable.
Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
Here's the front:
and the rear...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lamborghini-Aventador-LP700-/262335349314?rmvSB=true
I'm guessing these are actually pieces that form a giant robot.
lem0n
Member
Best car of those choices, easily. If you're gonna have a hobby car, might as well pick the one that's good to drive
Crazy. Can't wait to ask Porsche about this at the NYIAS...
DarkestHour
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I'm torn guys. I have an allocation for the Focus RS and with all the delays I am having second thoughts on shelling out $42k USD for a Focus. I already have an ST which was pushing 400whp+ at one point but I have returned it back to stock in preparation for the RS.
I am falling in love with the Mustang GT with Performance Pack and outside of AWD and four doors seems like the better car to get especially with how good it looks, flex fuel calibrations, and getting back in a throaty V8.
I have a family car already so four doors isn't a requirement but AWD would be nice for the winters here.
I can get in a fully loaded GT PP for $38K minus the Recaro seats.
What do you guys think?
I am falling in love with the Mustang GT with Performance Pack and outside of AWD and four doors seems like the better car to get especially with how good it looks, flex fuel calibrations, and getting back in a throaty V8.
I have a family car already so four doors isn't a requirement but AWD would be nice for the winters here.
I can get in a fully loaded GT PP for $38K minus the Recaro seats.
What do you guys think?
lem0n
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If you hadn't already done the high-powered Focus thing, I'd say stick with the RS. It will be a very special car, and undoubtedly very good. But, I believe that the GT will be more fun, more of the time. It will also sound nicer. More aftermarket. The RS is also shaping up to be very special which means I would personally have a hard time daily driving one. It's almost collector-status, in my eyes. The GT you wouldn't have to worry so much about.
There's a reason I didn't get the ND Miata last year, and it's because it was so similar to my NA. I didn't want to buy the same car twice. Get the Mustang out of your system, and enjoy a big throaty V8 for a while. You probably won't go back. The fact you had an ST that made 400+ HP means you yearned for more muscle. Well, here you go! Now's your chance.
Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
Here's the front:
and the rear...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lamborghini-Aventador-LP700-/262335349314?rmvSB=true
Autobots lost there.
Ford does at least 2 years of special edition cars. Honestly, I dont think they need to make the RS something as "exclusive" as it currently is, it has a place in the market to compete with the STI and the Golf R, and I really hope this is a limited run for first year of production only because they cant get their shit together (I keep reading about issues with emissions or overheating diffs as reasons for delays). I wouldn't sweat too much about giving up the allocation, if you really want a car like this later down the line get an STI hatch.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Found a good deal on an Aventador. Just some minor damage. Should buff right out.
Here's the front:
and the rear...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lamborghini-Aventador-LP700-/262335349314?rmvSB=true
This car was destroyed 3 years ago in Brooklyn. It was all over the news and blogs.
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=aventador+crash+brooklyn
Nah, that's not a GM product. Must be a Decepticon.
Finally got Suntek clear bra put on most of my car and was able to take it out and have some fun this weekend. Good gosh this car is so fun to drive. Ford did an outstanding job in putting together a real race car to go up against Porsche, BMW. The high end rpms are just begging for me to put my foot into the pedal. The handling is a dream and so tight.
I would personally go for the Focus RS. I didn't really enjoy driving the Mustang GT. Felt too heavy and big. The RS is going to be much more exclusive as well. It will be easy to get more power out of it, and the handling will be better than the ST due to AWD.
Damn, that looks hot! I'm really itching to drive this car as it seems to be so far removed from every other Mustang that came before it.
If you don't mind me asking, were you able to score one at MSRP?
lem0n
Member
Finally got Suntek clear bra put on most of my car and was able to take it out and have some fun this weekend. Good gosh this car is so fun to drive. Ford did an outstanding job in putting together a real race car to go up against Porsche, BMW. The high end rpms are just begging for me to put my foot into the pedal. The handling is a dream and so tight.
I got a ride in a GT350 on a hotlap at Barrett Jackson this year. It's been about 2 months and I'm still shaking from that adrenaline. What a machine!
No I had to pay 7k over. I wanted this exact color and stripes to match this that I am getting restored
(which is my first car from High School)
nabe_shogun
Member
I would totally go for the focus. Sure, it is a lot for a focus, but it seems worth it for the fun factor, and for being unique.
Plus, they're not going to stop making the mustang any time soon, so you can easily get one at a later date.
That's a beauty man. I'm sure your enjoying it hahaFinally got Suntek clear bra put on most of my car and was able to take it out and have some fun this weekend. Good gosh this car is so fun to drive. Ford did an outstanding job in putting together a real race car to go up against Porsche, BMW. The high end rpms are just begging for me to put my foot into the pedal. The handling is a dream and so tight.
Also, how did you like the suntek bra/shield? Is it visible on red?
Spent some quality time with the BRZ today (and my sister
Went to watch the http://www.100aw.org rally, good times. Not for this guy though O_O
A good 300 miles on some quality roads and I think me and the clutch are starting to understand each other in this car.
Nice! Road trips in a new automobile are a great way to bond with the machine. I'm doing one myself next weekend and will have details soon.
Yeah, definitely the BMW is the most fun to drive and is probably tied in interior space for people with the A4. That would be my pick also.
Sounds like you might be able to relax a little bit and enjoy the Mustang more but then again you don't want to regret giving up the Focus. Why not wait til it arrives and drive both and see if the Mustang still speaks to you after you've given the Focus a good test drive?
Not unless you get very close. It also makes it more glossy. There is another brand Xpel, but it is a bit thicker. My installer did a great job on it. That is really the main difference. I did the front clip, full hood and fenders. Also did the complete doors.
Next I will be doing Cquartz over the entire car this weekend. That will give it a nice hard shell and I won't have to wax for a couple of years.
Oh that's sweet. I love old pickups.No I had to pay 7k over. I wanted this exact color and stripes to match this that I am getting restored
whatsinaname
Member
No I had to pay 7k over. I wanted this exact color and stripes to match this that I am getting restored
[ig]http://i.imgur.com/EgZupd3.jpg?1[/img]
[ig]http://i.imgur.com/QLLk7aq.jpg?1[/img]
Wow. That bed looks gorgeous.
genuinely interested what makes you think this. Any info/links?
SliChillax
Member
Turbocharged engines are easier to get more power out of.
Something weird happened a few months ago but I just thought I'd share and it's embarrassing for a BMW. The right exhaust tip just fell out and unfortunately don't know where so I was left with an ugly looking tip. I quickly replaced them both as a temporary solution and boys at the shop removed the left tip easily without any force. BMW doesn't even weld these tips the are just kept in with some kind of clamp whatever it's called. The new tips are just temporary but I think I like them more than the stock ones.
Finally got Suntek clear bra put on most of my car and was able to take it out and have some fun this weekend. Good gosh this car is so fun to drive. Ford did an outstanding job in putting together a real race car to go up against Porsche, BMW. The high end rpms are just begging for me to put my foot into the pedal. The handling is a dream and so tight.
No I had to pay 7k over. I wanted this exact color and stripes to match this that I am getting restored
That Shelby is awesome man, looks great in red/white stripes, enjoy it! Love the truck too, what's going in for motor/trans?
Does anyone have recommendations for fun to drive/slightly luxurious cars less than $25K pre-owned? My cousin is looking for something, but I don't know what to tell him as I don't have much experience in that price range.
He doesn't want an Evo, BRZ/FR-S, Miata, or 370Z.
Cool. Not bad, especially since the color scheme has some sentimental value for you. California dealers marked them up $25-35K.
Just from prior experience owning 2 Evos, I know that an exhaust and ECU flash on turbo cars usually gives a huge horsepower bump.
That sucks, but the new tips look way better IMO. They fill the space up nicely. Why are they temporary? You getting different tips, putting stock ones back on, or getting a new exhaust?
He doesn't want an Evo, BRZ/FR-S, Miata, or 370Z.
No I had to pay 7k over. I wanted this exact color and stripes to match this that I am getting restored
Cool. Not bad, especially since the color scheme has some sentimental value for you. California dealers marked them up $25-35K.
Just from prior experience owning 2 Evos, I know that an exhaust and ECU flash on turbo cars usually gives a huge horsepower bump.
That sucks, but the new tips look way better IMO. They fill the space up nicely. Why are they temporary? You getting different tips, putting stock ones back on, or getting a new exhaust?
SliChillax
Member
I like the way they look way better than stock and they cost me 140 euros including labour which was way cheaper than the stock tips I had. I say temporary because I wanted a new exhaust but I figured it's not worth it now that the M2 is out. I also plan on selling it by the end of the year to get an M2 around March - April 2017. By then I'll find a good deal on some slightly used ones with 5k - 10k km max instead of the crazy over msrp prices dealers will sell it this year.
bodyboarder
Member
That's some god tier marketing. buying a laFerrari or p1 you'd also easily get your money back twice over.
Id have to be stupidly rich to pay over sticker price.
Crate Pace Performance 383 Stroker new with 700R4 Transmission
Very nice, can't go wrong with the small block Chevy.
jongkookie
Member
I actually kinda doubt that... this is from Jalopnik's review:
Sauce here: http://jalopnik.com/the-2016-ford-focus-rs-is-god-in-hatchback-form-1754930368
The twinster system is the AWD system GKN makes it.
My point is that it is completely hardware dependent. How much reliable power is left in your typical economy turbo engine? Or even from something like the EJ in the STI still sold today? I'm not familiar with the new RS, other than the fact that the power figures you see everywhere are what it makes during a temporary overboost and that the center differential is only capable of transferring a maximum of 70% of the power to the rear, again for a limited frame of time, which is why I asked about it specifically. It is wrong to blindly assume there's tuning potential left in a car, especially in today's competitive, economy constricted market. The half-assed drivetrain and as of now seemingly mediocre 2.3L engine in the RS don't currently look like they're shaping up to be some fantastic recipients of modifications.
Huh, I was not aware of that. Evos can take well over 400WHP on stock drivetrain and engine, so figured it would be the same here. Oh well, it should still be a blast in stock form. Wouldn't pay a dime over sticker for it though.
It's already been claimed that the drivetrain cant handle much more power at all, I can try to find a link.
Well the diffs are capable of doing it apparently but would need a rear oil cooler.
jongkookie
Member
The link's already on my last post lol.
Anyway, it's actually interesting that Ford admitted it to be the case.
I personally don't see a problem with it coz I don't think this is gonna be a "budget" car in that sense of the word. You probably know what the hell you're getting into when you get a FoRS so stuff like this is probably expected.
Hell if I was gonna pick up an FoRS, I'd probably just keep it stock so I can daily drive it lol.
GTI? 1 series BMW? G37 coupe? Focus ST? New Mustang's can also be had with the V6 and a manual for under 25k used. My local Ford dealership has two of them with less than 15k miles for right at 20 grand. Used WRX can also be found right at 25k for a new model, although they are slightly rare on the used market.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
I've heard of this happening. Exhaust tips, tow hook covers, and center caps from the wheels all fall off. I think it's pretty hilarious.
SliChillax
Member
Oh yeah center caps fell off once. I was driving the car pretty hard on some nice mountain roads and when I stopped to take some pics of the view I heard something pop. Sounded like the pop from champagne bottles and then I realised my front center caps had fallen off. Maybe due to the heat?
djSyndrome
Member
IS350, last gen. Will run forever, has the requisite bells and whistles and goes fast enough.
Shortt Sirket
Member
I know its not quite on the same level as the other cars here but I picked up my new car after my 98 BMW M3 was totaled out by insurance.
I drove to Chicago to pick up this 06 Mazdaspeed 6. One owner and under 70k miles and was, by far, the cleanest one I could find anywhere around me. I have had it for a few weeks now and I have been impressed with how fun it is to drive. Has a great feel to it and with the winters here in Indiana, the AWD will be nice to have.
I drove to Chicago to pick up this 06 Mazdaspeed 6. One owner and under 70k miles and was, by far, the cleanest one I could find anywhere around me. I have had it for a few weeks now and I have been impressed with how fun it is to drive. Has a great feel to it and with the winters here in Indiana, the AWD will be nice to have.
If there's not an insane markup within a year or so from now, I think I might have to buy one of these.
Why must there be so many good cars?
Nice, I'm looking forward to the potential new Mazdaspeed 3 or 6.
djSyndrome
Member
BRZ facelift leaked.
Darth Pinche
Member
Looks like the BRZ is getting uglier. That wheel is bad.