OFF TOPIC nice cars?

[vsmith]

I've always had a soft spot for the Bugatti type 35



[:p]

[Anonymous]

Not a dam thing wrong with a Ford Tom. I'll tell ya a little fact. 95.8% of ALL Ford trucks built since 1986 are still on the road running. 98.8% of all Ford Diesel trucks built since 1986 are still running. Pretty impressive if you ask me. That's why there's a Power Stroke in my driveway.

QUOTE: Originally posted by tjsmrinfo

i got a 91 ford f 150 xlt lariat. yeah yeah go on and bash it, but its a) paid for, b) gets me from point a to point and back again, and c) it can haul stuff.

my dream car would be a 68 shelby gt 500.


tom

[GAPPLEG]

I bought a Dodge Magnum when they first came out, had it a year and a half now[:D] Nice car , Thanks to Daimler it has the suspension from a mercedes 300 under basically, make for a nice ride. I'm 58 so I can have this toy if I want it !

[emdgp92]

I'm restoring a 1969 MGB GT. So far, I've had the engine rebuilt, the rust removed, and the entire car repainted. Next job includes redoing the interior, and putting it back together. It was originally my uncle's car from new..Dad bought it in '79, and I took it over in 2004.

Here is more info: http://www.geocities.com/su_carbs/mg/

As of now, I can't seem to find an HO scale model of this car :(

[claycts]

Thank you Jon, I no longer waste money on cars, just trains!!

[tjsmrinfo]

i got a 91 ford f 150 xlt lariat. yeah yeah go on and bash it, but its a) paid for, b) gets me from point a to point and back again, and c) it can haul stuff.

my dream car would be a 68 shelby gt 500.


tom

[jondrd]

QUOTE: Originally posted by claycts

QUOTE: Originally posted by jondrd

OK, I'm waiting. Who's going to check in with photos of their Ferrarri, Lamborghini, McLaren F1, Saleen or Bugatti? [:D]


Jon

www.seecarr.org has all of the above. They are from my collection and shows.
Enjoy!

claycts,
[:)] Nice. Really, really NICE. [bow][bow][bow][bow][bow][bow][bow][bow][bow]

Jon

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by jondrd

QUOTE: Originally posted by GEARHEAD426


my dream car: 1970 dodge challenger R/T with the 426 hemi.
GEARHEAD426
[8]

Gearhead,
[8D]Daimler-Chrysler has a retro spin on the Dodge Challenger for the show circuit. One of the current issue mags is speculating that D-C may actually bring it to production. Alledged D-C thinking is that with the runaway success of latest Mustang maybe the market will support another "pony" car. Hmm, per Mr. Berra: "Deja Vu all over again." [:D]

Jon

do you know where i can find a pic of it? I MUST SEE IT!
NICE RIDES EVERYONE!
GEARHEAD426

[claycts]

QUOTE: Originally posted by jondrd

OK, I'm waiting. Who's going to check in with photos of their Ferrarri, Lamborghini, McLaren F1, Saleen or Bugatti? [:D]


Jon

www.seecarr.org has all of the above. They are from my collection and shows.
Enjoy!

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by railroadyoshi

My dream car is a SmartCar, hlaf the size of a regular car, fuel econonmy like you wouldn't believe. It was on 60 Minutes maybe a year ago.

They're pretty common over here in cities - also popular to tow behind an RV. Fuel economy isn't that great though - you can buy a turbo-diesel car with more space inside (Smart is strictly a 2-seater with limited luggage, though there are four door versions available) and a more usable engine. Diesel gives you buckets of torque and is very relaxed to drive - no screaming revs needed to get it moving unlike some of the smaller petrol-engined vehicles. You can have a comfortable mid-sized car with ample power that returns 55mpg, no matter how you drive it!

[jondrd]

QUOTE: Originally posted by 8500HPGASTURBINE

jondrd,



I was also looking into a new Mustang GT Convertable for my wife. I drove one for the day and can say that is really supprised me. It wouldn't get out of it's own way. 300HP, give me a break. It did sound good, but other then that I couldn't wait to return it. It is by far the biggest piece of junk Ford has made. My wifes Cadillac STS would outrun it. Common Ford, step up to the plate[V]

Turbine,
They(Ford) maybe getting into the batter's box. Hmm, marketing guys say we need something between the Mustang GT and the Ford GT. People are so price sensitive. [swg]
Again, one of the current mags (R&T?) has a Shelby Mustang on the cover. Guess Carrol's name has more market recognition than Rousch or Saleen.

Jon

[jondrd]

OK, I'm waiting. Who's going to check in with photos of their Ferrarri, Lamborghini, McLaren F1, Saleen or Bugatti? [:D]


Jon

[jondrd]

QUOTE: Originally posted by GEARHEAD426


my dream car: 1970 dodge challenger R/T with the 426 hemi.
GEARHEAD426
[8]

Gearhead,
[8D]Daimler-Chrysler has a retro spin on the Dodge Challenger for the show circuit. One of the current issue mags is speculating that D-C may actually bring it to production. Alledged D-C thinking is that with the runaway success of latest Mustang maybe the market will support another "pony" car. Hmm, per Mr. Berra: "Deja Vu all over again." [:D]

Jon

[jondrd]

QUOTE: Originally posted by 8500HPGASTURBINE

I bought this car new in 2002. It only has 623 miles on it. It is the only muscle car I ever had.

Yeah, but what do you drive when you want an adrenalin rush? [swg]

Jon

[tpatrick]

I have a '99 Mustang GT Convertible, triple black with a 5 speed manual. And for light hauling (mostly kids and bikes) I keep a Taurus wagon. Surprisingly I really enjoy the wagon and it's a great winter car. Thinking about ebaying the Mustang pretty soon and then buying a new 05/06.

[jondrd]

QUOTE: Originally posted by ramoutandabout

used to own a 71 dodge challenger r/t 340 4bbl hemi orange auto dman that was a nice car one of those why the hell did i sell that !!!

Re selling it: [#ditto] My '67 Shelby Mustang. [sigh] [D)]

Jon

[railroadyoshi]

My dream car is a SmartCar, hlaf the size of a regular car, fuel econonmy like you wouldn't believe. It was on 60 Minutes maybe a year ago.

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by warhammerdriver

QUOTE: Originally posted by phatpony

I have an 03 Mustang GT in Zinc Yellow. Lowered 1.5", 4.10 gears, Steeda Tri-Ax shifter, aluminum drive shaft, Accufab 75mm upper intake and throttle body, K&N filter, SLP Loud Mouth exhaust (it is very loud), Cobra wheels, and a Diablo Predator to tune it.

Glenn

And the factory warranty is looong gone. [:D]

Actually, not necessarily. They would have to prove that the modifications made would have caused the failure (Magnuson-Moss act). That doesn't mean I wouldn't get hassled, as we know how service departments CAN be. But I have never had a problem, and the standard warranty ends this year anyway. [;)]

Glenn

[CP5415]

QUOTE: Originally posted by areibel

QUOTE: Originally posted by CP5415


The coolest car I've owned, besides the Cruiser, was my 1977 Dodge Aspen R/T
318 with a factory 4 sp man transmission.

Oh Yeah, Had one of those too!
It was my driver while going to college, what a fun car! Added a small 4 barrel and could chirp the tires in 2nd... Worst thing was the aluminum 4 spds. they used- I trashed three in 2 years. Finally put in a cast iron 833 and had more fun!

I ended up puting a 340 cam in mine, adding a Thermoquad 4BBL, a 4BBL intake off s 73 340, & dropping the cat with a Walker Y pipe that went right to the muffler.
The only thing I needed to do was drop the 2.72 gears for something along the lines of say 3.55 & I might have gotten chirps in 2nd.
Unfortunately, rot got the better of the car before I could fix it.

Also, BTW, I have a 1/87 1966 Dodge Charger from Classic Metal Works for my layout
Gordon

[Anonymous]

LOL, funny you should ask. The shop was built the week after the picture was taken.

QUOTE: Originally posted by FRITSCHSR

On30shay,
Nice truck, but what happrn to garage? I see cement, air compressor & jack stands, but no walls or roof.
I have F250 Super Duty with the 7.3 PowerStroke, aluminum toolbox & wheels, stainless running boards, bug shield and side window visors. I get about 18mpg here in western pa.

[FRITSCHSR]

On30shay,
Nice truck, but what happrn to garage? I see cement, air compressor & jack stands, but no walls or roof.
I have F250 Super Duty with the 7.3 PowerStroke, aluminum toolbox & wheels, stainless running boards, bug shield and side window visors. I get about 18mpg here in western pa.

[Anonymous]

I'm looking forward to owning just about any old,new,classic, or modern car from my dad's salvage yard. What should i get his nova, a 67 lime green malibu, or 62 olds?

[warhammerdriver]

QUOTE: Originally posted by phatpony

I have an 03 Mustang GT in Zinc Yellow. Lowered 1.5", 4.10 gears, Steeda Tri-Ax shifter, aluminum drive shaft, Accufab 75mm upper intake and throttle body, K&N filter, SLP Loud Mouth exhaust (it is very loud), Cobra wheels, and a Diablo Predator to tune it.

Glenn

And the factory warranty is looong gone. [:D]

[pcarrell]

QUOTE: Originally posted by GMTRacing

Can't resist responding:
My daily driver is a ZX3 Focus with bodykit wheels and home made coilovers with wilwood brakes, Quaife diff, lightweight flywheel, etc.
The toys are a '60 Lotus 7 S1 with Coventry Climax FWA, a '60 Lotus 18 Fjr with Cosworth Ford 105E, and a March 76B Formula Atlantic with Cosworth Ford BDD.
I've been looking for an HO Lotus 7 S1 or 18, as they would fit the era I'm modeling and since we work a block from the tracks , I could even sneak in the shop.
Fantasy car? If i hit the lottery, a Lotus 72 F1. [:D] J.R.

I've always had a soft spot for the Lotus make,......or is that Loti???[:p]

[Anonymous]

Here's mine. 2004 F250 Super Duty Power Stroke 4X4. It's plain here, but now has Confederate flame graphics on the sides, and back window. It has 4" Gale Banks Monster Exhaust, an Airiad intake and Diablo Sport's hand held tuner. It constantly averages over 21MPG.

[GMTRacing]

Can't resist responding:
My daily driver is a ZX3 Focus with bodykit wheels and home made coilovers with wilwood brakes, Quaife diff, lightweight flywheel, etc.
The toys are a '60 Lotus 7 S1 with Coventry Climax FWA, a '60 Lotus 18 Fjr with Cosworth Ford 105E, and a March 76B Formula Atlantic with Cosworth Ford BDD.
I've been looking for an HO Lotus 7 S1 or 18, as they would fit the era I'm modeling and since we work a block from the tracks , I could even sneak in the shop.
Fantasy car? If i hit the lottery, a Lotus 72 F1. [:D] J.R.

[Berk-fan284]

67 GTO 400 4 bl,4 spd 3.55:1 gearsand an appetite for gas and clutches, 95 Trans Am LT1- higher ratio roller rockers, stiffer valve springs, K&N FIPK, Flowmaster cat back exhaust, 96 Suzuki GSXR 750- it's still faster and more capable than I am, so there's no ru***o move up.

[DALCruiser]

I also enjoyed some nice cars in my life. My first set of wheels was a DragMaster chassis with a fuel injected/blown Hemi in the mid '60. Then in succession, '56 Olds Super 88 convertable w/'57 Police Special engine, '66 Mustang coup w/Hi-Perf 289, '69 Dodge Charger 383 W/ dual Holly 750 cfm's, '72 Mercury Capri w/V6 engine, '73 Dodge B200 Van W/383 - Customized, '83 Mazda B2000 Pick-up - customized, '85 Chrysler LeBaron LE Turbo, '89 Corvette Coup W/Lingenfelter 383 conversion, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited Edition and I had to cancel a order on another Corvette - 2001 Convertable (due to Tech Bubble burst and forced early retirement). I still have the Dodge Van, Corvette and the PT Cruiser (and the new C6 Z06 'Vette sure looks tempting[:D]).

Dave

[areibel]

QUOTE: Originally posted by CP5415


The coolest car I've owned, besides the Cruiser, was my 1977 Dodge Aspen R/T
318 with a factory 4 sp man transmission.

Oh Yeah, Had one of those too!
It was my driver while going to college, what a fun car! Added a small 4 barrel and could chirp the tires in 2nd... Worst thing was the aluminum 4 spds. they used- I trashed three in 2 years. Finally put in a cast iron 833 and had more fun!