Dream Drive

[GameKinG]

What is your dream car? Please post it, and even post a picture if you want. But try to make it only 1, we need to be curtious to those with 56k (hahahahahaha). Anyway...


Mine is a 2002 Lexus SC 430 Hard-top convertible

http://www.lexus.com/images/showroom/model/sc/morephotos/ph_sc430_2.jpg

Except mine would be Silver. With a tan interior.

[UncleNoName]

My dream car? Definately the Cadillac Escalade EXT.

http://www.cadillac.com/cadillacjsp/models/ext/images/EXTLandHeroRight_img.jpg

Not having one just brings a tear to my eyes...:baby:

(Unfortunately you gotta pay a s---load of insurance on them, not that I could afford to buy one anyway...)

Edit - Ignore the rims in the picture, I wouldn't drive one without at least 20-inch rims...

[gekko]

http://store5.yimg.com/I/supra_1683_7896034

Should've been a TT Supra, but whatever. With 3 TV screens, and one bitchin engine compartment, this car is pimp.

[Jin]

This may not be the best car out there, but I've been wanting it...

http://www.cars.com/galleries/toyota/celica/02celica1.jpg

[Joeiss]

Its a tie.

http://www.cccvette.com/oldcars/69b429a.jpg

http://www.cccvette.com/pics01/69prr440.jpg

http://www.cccvette.com/oldcars/70b302a.jpg

[PureEvil]

http://rwkkwr.hypermart.net/viper.jpg

[DeathsHand]

something that's not an overpriced hunk-a-junk that's filled with distractions and turns into a overpriced crumpled up death trap when you get into an accident......

... :unsure:

Ok how about this one...

Any car that's good for nice long peaceful drives alone out in the country...

[GameKinG]

I wanted a viper for the longest time (before I saw the lexus). Thats a really cool car. Also cars from italy like lamborghini Murciélago are really cool also. Its just too bad the new 2002 comes in at about $273,000. Not to mention all the work it needs. And you have to get it the shop for fixing every three months or something, thats going to cost me. Well, Its not like I have to dream Im poor.

[jeepnut]

Here is mine. That's a Jeep Cherokee by the way. Lifted 8 inches and with several aftermarket off road accessories. :D

http://www.skyjacker.com/products/liftkits/images/v407.jpg

[GameMaster]

My friends, I give you, the Ford Thunderbird.

http://www.fordvehicles.com/images/cars/views/TBR02CVT_gallery_exterior_3.jpg

I'm saving for this car. According to my calculations, I should be able to buy one when...

*punches some numbers in*

... I'm 83... :(

:D ;)

Ok, the deal is, I have to pay for half of it. Maybe when I'm 40 ;)

[TheGrimReaper]

When you're fourty, there will be wayyyy better cars out there.

Darn the system!

[Revival]

Toyota MR2 Spyder

http://shooterad.netfirms.com/mr2.jpg

[Perfect Stu]

http://www.lynchhummer.com/%20Accessoriesinstalled/H287gecal1.jpg

All I have to say is, OH HELL YEAH

[Revival]

Heh, I see a NOS sticker on gekko's car :D:D

[Happydude]

PureEvil...how about we start saving up together...whats the price on one of those now...$75,000?




and gekko...that's the car they used in The Fast and the Furious!!!!

[Revival]

Originally posted by happydude666
and gekko...that's the car they used in The Fast and the Furious!!!!
Was that car in TFATF?

[Happydude]

thats what i said!!!

look at the side sticker, look at that meter infront of the windsheild, it has like this little camera thingy, TFATF had that exact car, and the design and layout.

[jeepnut]

I'd like to see you try to get a Hummer for $75,000 brand new now. Try at least $85,000. If you want some options, go with over $100,000.

I'll go with my Jeep. Much cheaper. Both are based on the same heritage. And, my Jeep with the right upgrades is going to be more capable off road than the Hummer and come in at at least $70,000 cheaper. :D

EDIT: Oops, I got the two p names of PureEvil and Perfect Stu mixed up. Sorry. Point still stands though.

[gekko]

Originally posted by Shooter
Toyota MR2 Spyder

http://shooterad.netfirms.com/mr2.jpg

Not big on the new MR2. Like the ones MKII models better. Sat in the new one, isn't that great. It also doesn't look very good. Of course, in last month's Import Tuner that was one sweet-ass MR2 Spyder with mods from VeilSide. But stock, I don't like what they did to it.

Was that car in TFATF?

Actually, it was only used in a couple scenes of the movie. They made a replica, but only the exterior was the same. The engine they are working on in the movie is not the engine in the car. The car also features screens in the dash, which I believe they left out. They also took out the seats because filming would be horrible with them.

Of course, the movie paid for that car really. Before that it was yellow, and didn't look nearly the same. Still a great car back then. Also, the car has never been raced, it's purely a show car, and you can tell. Here's a site on the car if you guys care so much: http://www.suprastore.com/fasandfurhol.html

And, my Jeep with the right upgrades is going to be more capable off road than the Hummer and come in at at least $70,000 cheaper.


Doubt that. Even with mods the Jeep will never match the hummer. Hell, even raising that car 8" is dangerous, it'll tip too easily. If you want to see the Hummer's real power, go to their website and they have videos of it. In one of them the car is tipped up in the air, with the back wheels all the way in the air, driving on only the front tires. It's sweet. the Hummer is made specifically for off-road, the Jeep is made for driving to Wal-Mart and back, it doesn't match the Hummer. I can go into more detail, but if you look at Hummer's capabilities it should be clear. And I'm hungry, and want food.

[jeepnut]

Originally posted by gekko


Doubt that. Even with mods the Jeep will never match the hummer. Hell, even raising that car 8" is dangerous, it'll tip too easily. If you want to see the Hummer's real power, go to their website and they have videos of it. In one of them the car is tipped up in the air, with the back wheels all the way in the air, driving on only the front tires. It's sweet. the Hummer is made specifically for off-road, the Jeep is made for driving to Wal-Mart and back, it doesn't match the Hummer. I can go into more detail, but if you look at Hummer's capabilities it should be clear. And I'm hungry, and want food.

You obviously don't read many off-road mags or know about the wonders of the aftermarket parts suppliers. By the way, Hummers suck at rock-climbing. Too heavy and too big to fit on tighter trails.

[gekko]

Originally posted by jeepnut


You obviously don't read many off-road mags or know about the wonders of the aftermarket parts suppliers. By the way, Hummers suck at rock-climbing. Too heavy and too big to fit on tighter trails.

Problem is when you give the Jeep 16" on ground clearance, it becomes too top heavy and tips easily. Sorry, but if I'm rock climbing, I wouldn't want my car to tip. Also, the driveline is still low, and will easily hit. Unless you found some way to move it up, but the one you pictured doesn't. Sure you can raise up the car 8", but really, your clearance is only to a little less than the center of the wheels. Let's not forget the body of the Hummer can take much more abuse than the body of a Jeep.

Heritage may be the same, but things have changed. The Hummer remains a vehicle meant for off-road driving, and taking a lot of abuse. The Jeep is a vehicle for the road, and it's meant to be lightweight, not durable. Hell, watch the 5mph crash tests some times, the Jeep hits a pole at 5mph and you got hundreds worth of damage, the Hummer gets hit full speed by an oncoming sports car, and it's license plate gets bent. Sure it may cost more, but your Jeep isn't going to be more capable than the Hummer, ever.

[Non-Dusk]

I'm actually not that into cars right now :|



*gets shot by shooter*

no pun intended :|

[BlueFire]

Originally posted by Non-Dusk
I'm actually not that into cars right now :|
Same here... :-o

[DeathsHand]

Originally posted by BLueFire
Same here... :-o

Same here again.....

I never saw the big deal... what's so amazingly cool about them? *shrugs*

[gekko]

Maybe the joy of driving, the speed, the looks. Maybe watching your money go out the window as you add parts, then remember they only bring down the resale value.

Heh, I guess it's no different than being excited about video games. I guess, if you like driving and like dreaming about cars you'll likely never own, you'll enjoy it. If you drive an automatic (aka don't experience the fun of driving) and you'd rather spend $300 on a Xbox instead of some Skunk2 Coil-overs, you probably won't see the fun in it.

And then there's the fact that some car shows have bikini and booty shaking contests :D

[GameKinG]

If you dont have a dream drive just tell us what kind of car you have...I guess thats something.

[Cyrax9]

OK, I can't find any pictures right now, but I have a three-way tie.

#1. A Yellow 2002 VW-Beetle with an automatic transmition. Really just for crusin' around the highway and to the Store, plus the Fact that I have an pobsession with the old beetle's as well, besides my dad's had VW's last longer than most cars, including a 17 Year old VW Jetta that my cousin now owns. I also like the VW Beetle's Saftey, and it's good for one or two people, not like an oversized Mini-Van.

#2. Dodge Viper Convertable RT/10 in Yellow, I love the Viper, and a yellow one would be the coolest car I could ride in. Small, slick, and fast, great fun, big Deathtrap though if you're hit.

#3. A Lamborgini Diablo in Yellow, Ok these things are just Frikin cool, I love the wa te door's open upwards, and the sound of an engin on one of them is amazing. The car looks like it could have come from the future, and I love things that go fast, of course I'd need some good airbags, and about 5 pounds taken off of my fot to make sure I don't rear-end someone.

[Revival]

Heh.. don't be like my brother and put $5,000 into a $300 dollar car.

[bobcat]

The bobcat in GTAIII looks pretty good...........don't you think? :unsure:

[Mushlafa]

Originally posted by GameKinG
If you dont have a dream drive just tell us what kind of car you have...I guess thats something.

Well since im not old enough to drive il just post a pic of my dads car

http://static.epinions.com/images/newworld/2048/162652-auto.gif

Lexus GS 400 .. 2000 model i guess its pretty cool

[The Germanator]

I'm not really interested in a dream car or anything, but I guess I'll say the car I drive now. I drive a 1990 red Chevy Lumina with like 67,000 miles on it, it runs fine and well, and has a CD player, so I'm good.

[jeepnut]

Originally posted by gekko


Problem is when you give the Jeep 16" on ground clearance, it becomes too top heavy and tips easily. Sorry, but if I'm rock climbing, I wouldn't want my car to tip. Also, the driveline is still low, and will easily hit. Unless you found some way to move it up, but the one you pictured doesn't. Sure you can raise up the car 8", but really, your clearance is only to a little less than the center of the wheels. Let's not forget the body of the Hummer can take much more abuse than the body of a Jeep.

Heritage may be the same, but things have changed. The Hummer remains a vehicle meant for off-road driving, and taking a lot of abuse. The Jeep is a vehicle for the road, and it's meant to be lightweight, not durable. Hell, watch the 5mph crash tests some times, the Jeep hits a pole at 5mph and you got hundreds worth of damage, the Hummer gets hit full speed by an oncoming sports car, and it's license plate gets bent. Sure it may cost more, but your Jeep isn't going to be more capable than the Hummer, ever.

Hate to tell you this, but a Hummer has 11 inches of ground clearance, not 16. And you can't lift it. A Jeep Wrangler is 8 inches, stock. You can lift that, swap axles, shave things for more clearence, make the wheelwells bigger to clear bigger tires, swap drivetrain components, whatever you need. There is no place a Hummer can go that a Jeep is some form can't also go for a lot less.

Sure it is more durable in a crash test. It's a military vehicle. A freaking tank on wheels for goodness sake. That doesn't mean that it can go everywhere a Jeep can. All that durability adds up to weight. In the world of rock crawling, weight and size matter. The Hummer is too heavy and too big. And that 6.5L diesel leaves the Hummer pitifully underpowered. The suspension is designed for a 3,750 pound payload. That means it doesn't flex well at all unless loaded. It's cramped inside, nothing is in good reach of any passenger, and the fit and finish is decent. Fairly worth my 100 grand.

Believe my gekko, I used to think the same thing about the Hummer. And I still believe it is an amazing vehicle and can do some cool stuff. It's great for what the Army uses it for, but in civilian form, it's just a status symbol.

[Xlinx]

All you pre-pubescent newbs who picked a Celica, mr2, or some other ****ty jap car can kiss my ass...

It's obvious no one here is smart enough to appreciate the thrill of a fine rotary engine. If you're going to go Japanese, Mazda is the only way to go. Rx7, Rx8, it doesn't matter as long as you have rotary goodness. Imagine virtually no red line and a power to liter ratio that outdoes all but the most highly tuned formula one cars... I’ve seen 3 rotor rx7 engines with just after market turbo kits, intercooler, and exhaust put out an insane 900+hp with no other mods. Not only is the power on the Mazdas amazing, but the handling is about as tight as you can get without going to the 100k+ range. Rx7 stock from the factory pulls a 1 on the skid pad. Until recently Ferrari’s struggled to do that.

For those of you who picked a nice muscle car, I applaud you. And I can also appreciate a nice off road vehicle. But for God's sake, quit fantasizing about those ****ty little 4 cylinder pieces of ****e.

[Revival]

Me? A newbie?

Been around a hell of a lot longer than you have... I was here since GT opened.

*points to post count*

Yeah... :unsure:

[gekko]

Originally posted by Xlinx
All you pre-pubescent newbs who picked a Celica, mr2, or some other ****ty jap car can kiss my ass...

It's obvious no one here is smart enough to appreciate the thrill of a fine rotary engine. If you're going to go Japanese, Mazda is the only way to go. Rx7, Rx8, it doesn't matter as long as you have rotary goodness. Imagine virtually no red line and a power to liter ratio that outdoes all but the most highly tuned formula one cars... I’ve seen 3 rotor rx7 engines with just after market turbo kits, intercooler, and exhaust put out an insane 900+hp with no other mods. Not only is the power on the Mazdas amazing, but the handling is about as tight as you can get without going to the 100k+ range. Rx7 stock from the factory pulls a 1 on the skid pad. Until recently Ferrari’s struggled to do that.

For those of you who picked a nice muscle car, I applaud you. And I can also appreciate a nice off road vehicle. But for God's sake, quit fantasizing about those ****ty little 4 cylinder pieces of ****e.

Rotary engine? ROFL. Why even bother buying a car that requires that much maintenance? There's a good reason why no one uses rotary engines anymore. Virtually no redline :rolleyes: Also, it is impossible for a RX-7 engine, with just a turbo kit, intercooler, and exhaust, to put out 900+ HP. You're not fooling anyone.

The RX-7 is a great car, but it is costly, and requires a ton of maintenance, so it's not a good daily driver. It's also funny how those 4-cylinder cars pump out over 400HP, and still make great daily drivers and get good gas mileage. Try that with your muscle cars.

You might want to take the time to learn to drive, and learn more about cars before you try to convince us the RX-7 is God's gift to the world. And the RX-8? Eww...

[Drunk Hobbit]

I ride the subway. :sneaky:

[Xlinx]

First of all.... I've been in a Rx7 that runs 7.5 in the quarter, and that was by no means a professional drag car (although they were running slicks). 900 hp is entirely possible... add the third rotor and some quality aftermarket parts (notice I did say the 3rd rotor). I'm sure there are professional drag versions of the rx7 that have more than that...

The Rx8 is stock 2 rotor 250 hp no turbo. While the car itself isnt as impressive as the Rx7, the engine is a marvel of mechanical engineering. A stock Rx7 turbo came with 300 but with an inexpensive chip the hp could be boosted to 400+. That’s a grand total of about 35 dollars in mods to have an Rx7 outperform a 4 cylinder pos with thousands of dollars of mods. Also with a good aftermarket intercooler (admittedly a necessity), the rotary engine is completely reliable. The only part that lowered the reliability was the heat generated by the turbos. The rotary itself is probably the most reliable engine on earth since it, idealistically, has 4 moving parts.

Also I wasn’t talking about newbie-ness being a factor of making stupid posts (in which you have infinitely more experience then me), but more a knowledge of general automotive mechanical operations (in which doubt any of you hold an edge over me).

Good day.

[gekko]

3 Rotor RX-7? Sorry, must've missed that. I was thinking 2, which is a different of what, 350HP? 600 to 900 is possible with the right boost from the turbo. Still, you're comparing an $80,000 vehicle with cars that are around $20,000. It's not really in the same league as any 4-cylinder engine. I could make 2 10-second Civics for that price. Got any dyno charts proving your ECU claim? Adjusting the fuel curve with stock parts for 100HP gain? I won't believe it unless you can prove it.

As for reliability, I've heard the Wankel rotary engines break down more often, and require much more maintenance, which to car freaks isn't bad, but isn't practical for a lot of people.

[GameKinG]

I hate celicas! Everybody has one around here and they arent even that good.

[sdtPikachu]

Dream drive:

A car
Good friends
Good music
Good weather
Good surroundings
All the time in the world

[Shadow_Link]

For the love of God, why would ANYONE in their right mind go for a Celica or MR-2? I would understand anyone picking a Supra TT. And don't get me started on the RX7 :eek:

Here's what you people should be looking at!

The BMW M3: http://www.bmw.co.uk/BMW/CMA/uploads/intro_mov_M3_00.jpg http://www.bmw.co.uk/BMW/CMA/uploads/intro_mov_M3_04.jpg http://www.bmw.co.uk/BMW/CMA/uploads/intro_mov_M3_02.jpg

The thing is capable of 341 bhp, it's electronically limited to 155 mph, 0-62 mph in 5.2 secs. And it's a 3.2 litre ;) Pretty impressive as it doesn't need a turbo or super charger.

BMW M5:
http://www.bmw.co.uk/BMW/CMA/uploads/intro_mov_M5_02.jpg http://www.bmw.co.uk/BMW/CMA/uploads/intro_mov_M5_01.jpg

Now this beast is one of my favourities. On the outside, it may look like one medium to big sized saloon, ala 5 series. Look closer, and you will notice the 4 exhaust pipes and the M badge. Drive it, and you will be amazed! Besides the fact it has 400 bhp, it too is electronically limited to 155 mph.

Note the fact that these are german cars, and will NEVER break down ;).

There are more cars I will post about, just a bit later.

[gekko]

Originally posted by Shadow_Link
Now this beast is one of my favourities. On the outside, it may look like one medium to big sized saloon, ala 5 series. Look closer, and you will notice the 4 exhaust pipes and the M badge. Drive it, and you will be amazed! Besides the fact it has 400 bhp, it too is electronically limited to 155 mph.

It's a great luxury car, but far from my dream car.

But you do realize it's only dual exaust, don't you?

[Shadow_Link]

Gekko, both the cars have 4 exhausts ;) Just look closer. Anyways, I would know, I have driven them :D.

You're right, it is a GREAT LUXURY CAR, and and even better sports car at that, it absolutey rockets! It's the fastest saloon on the road :D.

But wait, I have other 'dream cars' :D. Just later...

[jeepnut]

Originally posted by Shadow_Link
It's the fastest saloon on the road :D.


Saloon? You drinking and driving in these things?

[gekko]

Originally posted by Shadow_Link
Gekko, both the cars have 4 exhausts ;) Just look closer. Anyways, I would know, I have driven them :D.

Umm... it has dual exhaust. Having a dual-tipped exhaust doesn't count as dual exhaust. It has 2 exhaust pipes. going to 2 mufflers, both with dual-tips. It's still only dual exuast, which is nothing to brag about.

[The Germanator]

Hey, I have a question for all you car dudes out here. How much would it cost to get a full blown paint-job on a car (an old one). Like I'd like to turn a dark red car into an orange car. How much would that run me?

[gekko]

Depends on what all you need done to your car. It also varies by the kind of paint you get. Try finding some websites on it, like Maaco's site. They should be able to explain clearly the kind of price you're looking at.

[MasterMind]

Well for paint jobs, I always say you get what you pay for. Don't go to Maaco unless you're planning to pay more than those specials like $300 because they are ****tty paint jobs. Also it depends on how much bodywork you need to get done on your car. If you are looking for quality work, expect to pay $1000 +.

I'm thinking about repainting my car also, one of these days when money just magically appears in my account.

Oh yeah, I'd pick a Toyota Supra TT over a RX7 anyday. The Supra probably has the best engine to work on, no adding extra rotors like the RX to achieve massive bhp numbers.

For me, I'd still get an MKII MR2 Turbo. Something that I could actually afford, and be happy about owning it. I was very close to getting this car but I decided not too because of school.