BoobPhysics101
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I hate to say it, but: OWNED! Dave, you got owned. Hard. Alpha didn't bullshit around with that one.
And you know what, 25 To Life was SHIT INDEED.
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I hate to say it, but: OWNED! Dave, you got owned. Hard. Alpha didn't bullshit around with that one.
And you know what, 25 To Life was SHIT INDEED.
This is the reason I would buy a Mazda 3 now because I loved the original but hated the fuel economy.
Too bad Skyactiv is only a short term solution to Mazda's answer to improving fuel efficiency.
Viperbah
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Post up past cars you have owned and miss
My 1991 stealth, this was taken the day I bought the firehawk (which I also miss)
It was not an R/T(twin turbo) but it was still pretty quick for it's day. I owned it all through college(undergrad) and never had any issues. Got in some decent races with it too. I should have never sold it, I let it go for 3k
My 1991 stealth, this was taken the day I bought the firehawk (which I also miss)
It was not an R/T(twin turbo) but it was still pretty quick for it's day. I owned it all through college(undergrad) and never had any issues. Got in some decent races with it too. I should have never sold it, I let it go for 3k
My old hilux, scrapped because some idiot drove through the side of it with a fork lift!!!!
that forced my hand to purchase this newer one:
http://i.imgur.com/OfTqz.jpg[/IMG[/QUOTE]
What was the point of getting another Hulux?
33-Hit-Combo
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Angry Grimace
Two cannibals are eating a clown. One turns to the other and says "does something taste funny to you?"
Or "European luxury sleds I can't afford but will talk about like I can"
David Incorporated Esq.
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I'm not sure how a bitter journalist who perceives any pre-release hype as a negative throwing a temper-tantrum is really owning me, but okay.
It's not exactly news that there won't be negative reviews in pre-release information, I think we've all read Chris Harris' Ferrari rant, but there's been a huge amount of negative hyperbole about the car that is, I think, completely uncalled for. Remember, people were saying the FR-S would be overpriced at anything over $20k, or only $700 more than the Scion tC and $2,000 cheaper than a Miata.
The vitriol that has been expressed towards the FR-S/BRZ has been astonishing. I admit I may have sidled towards being too positive about the car, but I think that has been mostly because I've been one of the people countering the negativity; if you constantly counter people who go off the deep-end ragging on something you're going to seem far too positive.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
That's former bitter journalist to you, Mister!
I don't write anymore. I learned a long time ago to never make your passion your job. Eventually, you will begin to hate it. When I stopped writing about games, I began to appreciate them a little bit more again. I'm not much of a gamer today, but I can't pass up the AAA stuff like Uncharted, Metal Gear, Gran Turismo, Final Fantasy, and even lighthearted nostalgia like 3D Dot Heroes and Sonic Generations.
I was going to really dive into the automotive world of journalism, but stopped myself from fear of hating cars. So I decided to keep cars my one true passion and hobby by talking about them with other people on forums and by hosting weekly car meets in my area. Though, I will admit I do have the urge to write about them still and I have open doors to do so...just not sure how to balance that beam.
Regardless, my job now is pretty decent...I co-own and operate a huge mobile ad network...I hate the work sometimes (mostly due to its stress), but it's better than being someone's pillow bitch. We'll see what the future holds for me. Maybe one of these days I'll replace someone on Top Gear.
I don't write anymore. I learned a long time ago to never make your passion your job. Eventually, you will begin to hate it. When I stopped writing about games, I began to appreciate them a little bit more again. I'm not much of a gamer today, but I can't pass up the AAA stuff like Uncharted, Metal Gear, Gran Turismo, Final Fantasy, and even lighthearted nostalgia like 3D Dot Heroes and Sonic Generations.
I was going to really dive into the automotive world of journalism, but stopped myself from fear of hating cars. So I decided to keep cars my one true passion and hobby by talking about them with other people on forums and by hosting weekly car meets in my area. Though, I will admit I do have the urge to write about them still and I have open doors to do so...just not sure how to balance that beam.
Regardless, my job now is pretty decent...I co-own and operate a huge mobile ad network...I hate the work sometimes (mostly due to its stress), but it's better than being someone's pillow bitch. We'll see what the future holds for me. Maybe one of these days I'll replace someone on Top Gear.
Should we just make a new thread for 2012?
Angry Grimace
Two cannibals are eating a clown. One turns to the other and says "does something taste funny to you?"
Your super smug reply to that longform reply didn't help allay the impression that you got owned
Giant Robot
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beautiful. Love shark noses.
Post up past cars you have owned and miss
My 1991 stealth, this was taken the day I bought the firehawk (which I also miss)
It was not an R/T(twin turbo) but it was still pretty quick for it's day. I owned it all through college(undergrad) and never had any issues. Got in some decent races with it too. I should have never sold it, I let it go for 3k
I could never part with my WS6, well.......... except for a Corvette maybe. Nice Firehawk man, why did you get rid of it?
Viperbah
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I could never part with my WS6, well.......... except for a Corvette maybe. Nice Firehawk man, why did you get rid of it?
Nice WS6! arctic white is an awesome color.
Thanks, I bought a c6 z06.....I could have held on the the firehawk, but ended up getting a great offer for it so I let go.
I would like to own another ls1 one day, im thinking about picking up a ls1 GTO for a daily if I can find one at a decent price.
As do I, I guess that goes without saying. My dream is still to own one of these.
Absolutely beautiful car. I know I'm a total BMW fanboy, but something about their designs just seems to stand up to the test of time like no other make.
Was gonna pick up a Q5 originally, but decided to go with a BMW X1 instead. Put the down payment the other day and will be receiving the car in Feb! Alpine White/Black interior with the new 2.0T, should be fun!
I looked at the specs, and apparently its actually shorter than an E90? Kinda hard to believe.
I looked at the specs, and apparently its actually shorter than an E90? Kinda hard to believe.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
You're getting rid of the A4?
VW Bora 2.0 Highline.
Yeah I should have realigned the front license plate, but otherwise it was such a nice car. A '99 model equipped with pretty much everything a late 90's car could offer.
A4 is in US. X1 for China
Once I get enough money saved up (should be soon), I'm gonna get rid of the A4 for an used M5/IS-F or C63 for US. Any other suggestions for around 50k?
My friend is already sending these babies in 20x9" from his factory in Taiwan to me for the X1. $500 for 4 20" wheels FTW!
Mattlikewhoa
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A4 is in US. X1 for China
Once I get enough money saved up (should be soon), I'm gonna get rid of the A4 for an used M5/IS-F or C63 for US. Any other suggestions for around 50k?
I have a friend who owns a IS-F and I love that car. It can function as a grocery getter, take your kids to school, then track it on the weekend!
Seriously though, It doesn't take much to make it quick...
Oh and now there's a few Japanese companies who are making 6 speed boxes for the IS models. There's been a few features in recent Japanese car magazines I've read.
AlanzTalon
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Post up past cars you have owned and miss
My 1991 stealth, this was taken the day I bought the firehawk (which I also miss)
It was not an R/T(twin turbo) but it was still pretty quick for it's day. I owned it all through college(undergrad) and never had any issues. Got in some decent races with it too. I should have never sold it, I let it go for 3k
I don't have a pic i took, but my 2003 Subie Baja. Everyone hated this fucker. everyone. but goddamn it was so ugly but so useful i loved it. towing my painting trailer after college and ripping up streets during snowstorms. Only wish it had the Turbo. Traded it in under pressure from my wife for a Mazda6s 5-door, and eventually went back to a Subaru Legacy 2.5gt
but miss that truck/car thing.
David Incorporated Esq.
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I don't have a pic i took, but my 2003 Subie Baja. Everyone hated this fucker. everyone. but goddamn it was so ugly but so useful i loved it. towing my painting trailer after college and ripping up streets during snowstorms. Only wish it had the Turbo. Traded it in under pressure from my wife for a Mazda6s 5-door, and eventually went back to a Subaru Legacy 2.5gt
but miss that truck/car thing.
The Baja is what the Aztek would have been if, deep down under that ugly shell, it ended up being a good car in spite of itself. It's one of those cars I don't think I'd ever own but would miss if they all disappeared.
Seriously, anyone who doesn't cheer up when they see a Baja isn't really a gearhead.
best surfer/tropics car ever made.
Epic Tales of Penis
Banned
Let's talk rims guys. I'd like to get a set of pretty good ones for my car this spring. I'm thinking something darker, not black but maybe charcoal with a bit of alloy on them but predominately darker. How about some brands and styles that you can recommend. My car is a Tasmanian Metallic Green which at times with different light can look sort of grey.
Here's a pic I posted in this topic a few weeks back to help give you an idea:
Thanks for any recommendations along with price points where you can.
Here's a pic I posted in this topic a few weeks back to help give you an idea:
Thanks for any recommendations along with price points where you can.
Let's talk rims guys. I'd like to get a set of pretty good ones for my car this spring. I'm thinking something darker, not black but maybe charcoal with a bit of alloy on them but predominately darker. How about some brands and styles that you can recommend. My car is a Tasmanian Metallic Green which at times with different light can look sort of grey.
Here's a pic I posted in this topic a few weeks back to help give you an idea:
Thanks for any recommendations along with price points where you can.
Anthracite Alpina style spokes would look boss.
Epic Tales of Penis
Banned
It's google time!
EDIT: you have any pics of them? I'm getting scattered results.
Let's talk rims guys. I'd like to get a set of pretty good ones for my car this spring. I'm thinking something darker, not black but maybe charcoal with a bit of alloy on them but predominately darker. How about some brands and styles that you can recommend. My car is a Tasmanian Metallic Green which at times with different light can look sort of grey.
Here's a pic I posted in this topic a few weeks back to help give you an idea:
Thanks for any recommendations along with price points where you can.
These are what I bought for my e92 M3 in anthracite (pic below is not mine). They are very light and not super expensive. I bought 18x9.5 and 18x.10.5s for about 1300 shipped.
Anthracite
http://www.m3post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=401416
33-Hit-Combo
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Oblig. TE37 suggestion?
Minus the red and perhaps a slight variation, I like the TE37 design to have fatter 'spokes'.
Minus the red and perhaps a slight variation, I like the TE37 design to have fatter 'spokes'.
That's the general look. Lots of spokes fanning out very slightly.
Epic Tales of Penis
Banned
Wow guys. Those look awesome.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Hey guys...normally I don't like talking about the future, since I feel like it never ends up going well. But at the same time, I hate being superstitious so...I figured I'd just spill it. Next Monday, God willing, I'll be trading in my current A6 4.2 for this:
2012 A6. :O
And I say this with all honesty, but this is simply the most incredible car in its segment by a country mile, from looks, to interior, to performance, to ride quality and handling. Now, I went out and dealt with BMW, Audi, and Infiniti dealers. After driving the new Merc E350, I was absolutely appalled at just how bad the car is, which is why I didn't bother cross shopping it. Anyway, I was going to go for a 535i xDrive under the assumption that despite being an inferior car in many, many aspects its residual is a great deal better than the new Audi, so it should've leased much better. But it didn't. Its lease was coming to be more expensive than the A6. I test drove an M37...hated it. Rough riding and it looks ghastly in its plain form (the car should only offered with the 20s...but they make the car even rougher). Plus the VQ37, while a great motor for a 3200lb sports car, isn't suitable for a 4000lb luxury car. Its lease was easily the cheapest, but you get what you paid for. Moving on.
The A6, which I actually test drove first, has hands down the best interior of the bunch. Nothing comes close. Then there's its ride quality - absolutely supple. The salesman took me on a real shoddy road, and I clenched my hands around the wheel preparing for a bumpy road...only to be left confused. The car soaked it all in. How!? My buddy's dad has a 2010 Lexus LS460L which rides rougher than the A6...and the A6 I drove had the 19" sport wheels and tires. It was one of the most perplexing driving experiences of my life. And what made it even more so was that the car handles like it's a sports car, and yet makes no sacrifices in its ride quality. Completely unrivaled craftsmanship on Audi's part - there is simply no equal.
And then there was that glorious supercharged motor. Unlike the BMW's jumpy and very peaky 3.0L I6 turbo motor, the supercharged 3.0L V6 in the Audi delivers power with a powerful yet extremely smooth burst of energy, it's rather intoxicating. Full torque comes in very early, and once you either click the shift lever into sport mode or slide it over to use the paddles, you will see just how this thing pushes you into the back of your seat at a meager 2500RPM in 3rd or 4th gear. It's something that truly needs to be experienced to be understood.
So needless to say I've been spending a ton of time talking with dealers (seriously, you should see my call log) and I wholeheartedly believe the A6 is far and away the best car money can buy in its class. Like I said, I would've taken the BMW, but it was coming to more than the Audi. I had the pleasure of having a RWD 535i in my possession for a few days earlier in the year (loaner car) and I found many faults with it. Faults that weren't crippling per se, but they were there. There was too much body roll for a Bimmer, the electric steering was absolutely terrible, the ride quality, while nice, suffered needlessly thanks to the run-flats, and motor's power delivery bothered me. Plus the transmission often found itself confused, and it pissed me off. There were other things, but those were the worst...they basically dumbed the 5-series down as much as possible. For a segment leader, that's a shame.
2012 A6. :O
And I say this with all honesty, but this is simply the most incredible car in its segment by a country mile, from looks, to interior, to performance, to ride quality and handling. Now, I went out and dealt with BMW, Audi, and Infiniti dealers. After driving the new Merc E350, I was absolutely appalled at just how bad the car is, which is why I didn't bother cross shopping it. Anyway, I was going to go for a 535i xDrive under the assumption that despite being an inferior car in many, many aspects its residual is a great deal better than the new Audi, so it should've leased much better. But it didn't. Its lease was coming to be more expensive than the A6. I test drove an M37...hated it. Rough riding and it looks ghastly in its plain form (the car should only offered with the 20s...but they make the car even rougher). Plus the VQ37, while a great motor for a 3200lb sports car, isn't suitable for a 4000lb luxury car. Its lease was easily the cheapest, but you get what you paid for. Moving on.
The A6, which I actually test drove first, has hands down the best interior of the bunch. Nothing comes close. Then there's its ride quality - absolutely supple. The salesman took me on a real shoddy road, and I clenched my hands around the wheel preparing for a bumpy road...only to be left confused. The car soaked it all in. How!? My buddy's dad has a 2010 Lexus LS460L which rides rougher than the A6...and the A6 I drove had the 19" sport wheels and tires. It was one of the most perplexing driving experiences of my life. And what made it even more so was that the car handles like it's a sports car, and yet makes no sacrifices in its ride quality. Completely unrivaled craftsmanship on Audi's part - there is simply no equal.
And then there was that glorious supercharged motor. Unlike the BMW's jumpy and very peaky 3.0L I6 turbo motor, the supercharged 3.0L V6 in the Audi delivers power with a powerful yet extremely smooth burst of energy, it's rather intoxicating. Full torque comes in very early, and once you either click the shift lever into sport mode or slide it over to use the paddles, you will see just how this thing pushes you into the back of your seat at a meager 2500RPM in 3rd or 4th gear. It's something that truly needs to be experienced to be understood.
So needless to say I've been spending a ton of time talking with dealers (seriously, you should see my call log) and I wholeheartedly believe the A6 is far and away the best car money can buy in its class. Like I said, I would've taken the BMW, but it was coming to more than the Audi. I had the pleasure of having a RWD 535i in my possession for a few days earlier in the year (loaner car) and I found many faults with it. Faults that weren't crippling per se, but they were there. There was too much body roll for a Bimmer, the electric steering was absolutely terrible, the ride quality, while nice, suffered needlessly thanks to the run-flats, and motor's power delivery bothered me. Plus the transmission often found itself confused, and it pissed me off. There were other things, but those were the worst...they basically dumbed the 5-series down as much as possible. For a segment leader, that's a shame.
Nice choice! But WTF man why no ass shots? I think it has one of the most beautiful rears of any luxury sedan.
DAT ASS! I love that little bit of A7 styling.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Nice choice! But WTF man why no ass shots? I think it has one of the most beautiful rears of any luxury sedan.
DAT ASS! I love that little bit of A7 styling.
Indeed, indeed.
I just didn't want to overload people's monitors with images.
I am extremely excited about the car, though. I am praying everything goes through as expected. I'll post up pictures if I get the car.
BoobPhysics101
Banned
Hey guys...normally I don't like talking about the future, since I feel like it never ends up going well. But at the same time, I hate being superstitious so...I figured I'd just spill it. Next Monday, God willing, I'll be trading in my current A6 4.2 for this:
2012 A6. :O
And I say this with all honesty, but this is simply the most incredible car in its segment by a country mile, from looks, to interior, to performance, to ride quality and handling. Now, I went out and dealt with BMW, Audi, and Infiniti dealers. After driving the new Merc E350, I was absolutely appalled at just how bad the car is, which is why I didn't bother cross shopping it. Anyway, I was going to go for a 535i xDrive under the assumption that despite being an inferior car in many, many aspects its residual is a great deal better than the new Audi, so it should've leased much better. But it didn't. Its lease was coming to be more expensive than the A6. I test drove an M37...hated it. Rough riding and it looks ghastly in its plain form (the car should only offered with the 20s...but they make the car even rougher). Plus the VQ37, while a great motor for a 3200lb sports car, isn't suitable for a 4000lb luxury car. Its lease was easily the cheapest, but you get what you paid for. Moving on.
The A6, which I actually test drove first, has hands down the best interior of the bunch. Nothing comes close. Then there's its ride quality - absolutely supple. The salesman took me on a real shoddy road, and I clenched my hands around the wheel preparing for a bumpy road...only to be left confused. The car soaked it all in. How!? My buddy's dad has a 2010 Lexus LS460L which rides rougher than the A6...and the A6 I drove had the 19" sport wheels and tires. It was one of the most perplexing driving experiences of my life. And what made it even more so was that the car handles like it's a sports car, and yet makes no sacrifices in its ride quality. Completely unrivaled craftsmanship on Audi's part - there is simply no equal.
And then there was that glorious supercharged motor. Unlike the BMW's jumpy and very peaky 3.0L I6 turbo motor, the supercharged 3.0L V6 in the Audi delivers power with a powerful yet extremely smooth burst of energy, it's rather intoxicating. Full torque comes in very early, and once you either click the shift lever into sport mode or slide it over to use the paddles, you will see just how this thing pushes you into the back of your seat at a meager 2500RPM in 3rd or 4th gear. It's something that truly needs to be experienced to be understood.
So needless to say I've been spending a ton of time talking with dealers (seriously, you should see my call log) and I wholeheartedly believe the A6 is far and away the best car money can buy in its class. Like I said, I would've taken the BMW, but it was coming to more than the Audi. I had the pleasure of having a RWD 535i in my possession for a few days earlier in the year (loaner car) and I found many faults with it. Faults that weren't crippling per se, but they were there. There was too much body roll for a Bimmer, the electric steering was absolutely terrible, the ride quality, while nice, suffered needlessly thanks to the run-flats, and motor's power delivery bothered me. Plus the transmission often found itself confused, and it pissed me off. There were other things, but those were the worst...they basically dumbed the 5-series down as much as possible. For a segment leader, that's a shame.
Very nice, Snake-man.
Epic Tales of Penis
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That Audi interior in the A6 looks damn sexy. What are the power numbers for the car and weight?
Do all Audis ride well now? Didn't they have a reputation of always having an oddly firm ride, and that being the main reason they would lose in comparisons with BMW and sometimes even Mercedes? I actually remember reviews saying the RS4 is somehow the most comfortable car they had made when it came out ahah.
Very jealous anyway, seems like an awesome car. Not sure why the A7 would sell when the A6 looks so good. Guess it's fat profits for Audi either way.
Very jealous anyway, seems like an awesome car. Not sure why the A7 would sell when the A6 looks so good. Guess it's fat profits for Audi either way.
What? If anything BMW always has the rougher sportier ride of all the big 3 German auto makers. Or maybe that comparison only applies to the 3 series/A4/C class tier?
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
310HP, 325TQ - 3950-4000lbs. Though, I firmly believe that to be an underrated figure, just like the S4.
Yes, they all do now. My current A6 is a bit firm, and so was my girlfriend's old 2006 A4. But the new cars are absurdly smooth.
TE37 look extremely nice on BMWs(well non-time attack versions). Think that fitment was just discontinued though.
They also look pretty nice on most Advans:
get te37sl if you can find them. Cheaper and lighter than the normal version.
Haven't seem them on a BMW yet, but trying to sell my wheels to pick up a set of these: Like them a lot.
Mattlikewhoa
Member
Volk still takes custom rim offsets and sizes. So he should still be good to go with them. How do I know? Because I'm dealing with a distributor to see if I can get a special colour/size...
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