Old car forum posts (merged)

Ross Balfour · Jul 17, 2008

Fronts: cool!!!

Back: ewwwww!!

Ross Balfour · Jul 17, 2008

Kevin Ascher said:
Has something from the R8 for me ....

Yeah the silver bit on the side!!:thumb:

Ross Balfour · Jul 17, 2008

Looks the same to me, apart from they let an 18year old pimp it up

Ross Balfour · Jul 17, 2008

William Yunck said:
This one is for Yves, and yeah I would take it over the Ford for sure. Just have to wait for 2009. :becky:

:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb:

My new favourite hatchback!!

William Yunck · Jul 22, 2008

2010 Cadillac CTS Coupe

The CT Coupe, of course, ascertains the sedan's 3.6L V-6 engines, including the 304-horsepower (227 kW) Direct Injection power plant. The Coupe Concept also is designed for a new 2.9L turbo-diesel being developed for international markets. This new engine, tailored for use in the CTS, will deliver an estimated 250 horsepower (184 kW) and 406 lb.-ft. of torque (550 Nm).

A six-speed manual transmission backs the engine, sending torque to an independently sprung rear axle. The CT Coupe's sport-tuned suspension gives it a slightly lower ride height than a production CTS – a look enhanced by the car's rakish shape and large, 20-inch front and 21-inch rear wheels. (from Autoblog)

I think it looks rather nice don't you?

Bram Hengeveld · Jul 22, 2008

With this kind of CTS sedan they broke the Nordschleife record the other day cracking the 8 minutes. Old sedan record was at 8.05 with the E92 M3 BMW.

This car rocks if you see the front but i still dont like the rear. Very affordable car with the high rates of the Euro for us Europeans.

Bram Hengeveld · Jul 22, 2008

Seat Leon "Copa Edition"

285Bhp with 360Nm and a topspeed of 254km/h this by far the quickest production Leon on the market. :thumb:

Maurice Hurkmans · Jul 22, 2008

Nice set of wheels, but far too expensive for me

William Yunck · Jul 22, 2008

That looks really nice, and those performance numbers are great. What would this cost in Euro?
I like it - and the black wheels...

Maurice Hurkmans · Jul 22, 2008

William Yunck said:
That looks really nice, and those performance numbers are great. What would this cost in Euro?
I like it - and the black wheels...

Prices are not published yet, but i would guess around € 40.000 (Price of the Cupra is around € 35.000)

That's € 40.000 too much for me :amen:

William Yunck · Jul 23, 2008

Maurice Hurkmans said:
Prices are not published yet, but i would guess around € 40.000 (Price of the Cupra is around € 35.000)

That's € 40.000 too much for me :amen:

Thats 63,000 USD at the moment - I could buy an Audi S4 for that - ouch.

Michael Herrmann · Jul 23, 2008

that rearend is a smaller version of the WTTCX car lol

Bram Hengeveld · Jul 24, 2008

Michael Herrmann said:
that rearend is a smaller version of the WTTCX car lol

When i saw this car the first time i thought exactly the same. It is just an awesome version of already a good looking car. Only way too expensive for me here in Holland

Maik Peters · Jul 25, 2008

Just talked to my boss and asked him if it was possible to lease it..
He said.. Yes, but you first have to make money

whaha...

William Yunck · Jul 25, 2008

Bram Hengeveld said:
When i saw this car the first time i thought exactly the same. It is just an awesome version of already a good looking car. Only way too expensive for me here in Holland

Why don't we start a little business, you can buy good cars here in the US with the Euro, and I will ship them to you - you'll save thousands, I will charge just a small percent on the shipping and before long we will all be rolling in M3s. :becky:

Mehmet Arikan · Jul 27, 2008

looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool

:thumb:

William Yunck · Jul 28, 2008

2009 Infinty g37 convertible

You can expect the G37 convertible to have a folding hard top and four seat belts, much like its Bavarian competition. Power will come from the G37 coupe's 330-hp, 3.7-liter V-6, and we wouldn't be surprised if the Infiniti FX's new seven-speed automatic made its G-debut here. (A seven-speed would one-up the paltry six-speed in the BMW 3-series and also possibly boost performance.) Like all hardtop convertibles, the G will gain weight and lose cargo capacity when it ditches its fixed roof. But it also will be the most attractive Japanese convertible on the market and a relative bargain compared with any of its competition. (automobilmag)

Bradley Wint · Jul 29, 2008

Ferrari California

So what do you think about the new Ferrari California?

The first official photographs have been published of the Ferrari California, the latest addition to the new generation of Ferraris launched in 2004 with the 612 Scaglietti and added to more recently with the 430 Scuderia.

The Ferrari California joins the Prancing Horse's 8-cylinder family which has always been defined by power and performance. It also flanks the flagship 612 Scaglietti in the prestige sporty Grand Tourer segment.

The new Ferrari California will satisfy even the most demanding of owners in term of its superb vehicle dynamics and driving pleasure. The new model will be available exclusively as a convertible with a folding hard top. Both chassis and bodywork are aluminium, in line with the rest of the current range. The California will be powered by a new V8 engine mounted for the first time in the marque's history in the mid-front position.

In line with Ferrari tradition, the new model also features several innovations. Apart from its folding hard top, these include the original 2+ concept which guarantees exceptional versatility of use in the rear of the car. The California's 4,300 cc V8 engine features direct fuel injection and a "flat" crankshaft. It generates 460 CV at 7,500 rpm with a torque curve that enhances vehicle dynamics and provides maximum driving pleasure which is typical for Ferrari.

As per the traditional Ferrari transaxle layout, the engine, which allows the Ferrari California to sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 4.0 seconds, will be coupled to a 7-speed dual clutch transmission that boosts the car's performance while enhancing the driving pleasure, improves ride comfort and reduces fuel consumption and emissions (c.310 g/km CO2). The comfort is further enhanced by a new multilink rear suspension system. The Ferrari California is also equipped with the exclusive F1-Trac traction control system which made its debut on the 599 GTB Fiorano and has been further honed to suit the typical driving conditions expected for this new GT. Brembo brakes featuring carbon-ceramic material disks as standard guarantee superbly efficient braking.

In addition to sporting the marque's classic styling cues, the cabin has also been beautifully trimmed using quality materials by Ferrari's own skilled artisans. New accessories and equipment, such as the seats, steering wheel, instrument panel and infotainment system, together with optimised aerodynamics ensure that this is a highly ergonomic and enjoyable car to drive regardless of whether the top is up or down.

The Ferrari California is aimed at owners who desire a car which embodies everything the Prancing Horse represents in terms of sporty design and innovation, but also seek a car with greater versatility than ever. The car will be officially unveiled to the public at the Paris International Car Show. However, over the coming weeks, new photographs and further details about it will also be published.