5-Car Garage
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Joey D
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A green European spec Land Rover Defender with all the extra off-road goodies I could think of, tons of lights, big tires, winch, bullbar, etc. It would have to have both the canvas and hardtop roof attachments as well.
An orange Datsun 510 with some sort of small turbocharged four cylinder in it.
A Blue MINI Cooper JCW with white bonnet stripes and a Union Jack on the roof. I really like my car but something a bit fastest would always be nice.
A red Alfa Romeo Brera, I think it's a great looking car and I would assume a bit practical as well given that it's a hatch.
A Kryton Green Lotus Elise for the sheer fact that it's one of the most awesome cars in an equally awesome colour.
An orange Datsun 510 with some sort of small turbocharged four cylinder in it.
A Blue MINI Cooper JCW with white bonnet stripes and a Union Jack on the roof. I really like my car but something a bit fastest would always be nice.
A red Alfa Romeo Brera, I think it's a great looking car and I would assume a bit practical as well given that it's a hatch.
A Kryton Green Lotus Elise for the sheer fact that it's one of the most awesome cars in an equally awesome colour.
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1971 Cuda 440 Six Pack
R30 Skyline
08' Silverado
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C63 AMG
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These are my choices while still being (relatively) reasonable. And in these specific colours
1) Daily driver
2) Weekend cruiser
3) Family/multi purpose car. Especially important when theres like 3ft of snow during the Canadian winter
And two toys
These are by no means cheap cars but i think they are much more reasonable and "obtainable" (with the scud being a bit of an exception)than listing 5 super cars off the top of my head.
1) Daily driver
2) Weekend cruiser
3) Family/multi purpose car. Especially important when theres like 3ft of snow during the Canadian winter
And two toys
These are by no means cheap cars but i think they are much more reasonable and "obtainable" (with the scud being a bit of an exception)than listing 5 super cars off the top of my head.
Eric.
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1) Daily driver. My '08 Si sedan, possibly turbocharged for about 270hp.
2) Truck. Useful for the winter, cargo, and as a support vehicle. Ram 3500 dually, Cummins, chipped for 600hp - good for scaring the bejezus out of anyone.
3) Muscle car. Black w/white stripes 1970 Chevelle with a 572 and T-56 swap. Twin turbos if I can be so greedy. Plenty of tire on the back end as well.
4) Supercar. White LP640 Roadster.
5) Luxury. S65 AMG, black, unrestricted.
6 (the 5th-wheel trailer being pulled behind the Ram ) Track car. Dark gray Skyline GT-R R-32, ~800hp, full suspension, cage, slicks, and so forth. Barely legal to be on the road.
2) Truck. Useful for the winter, cargo, and as a support vehicle. Ram 3500 dually, Cummins, chipped for 600hp - good for scaring the bejezus out of anyone.
3) Muscle car. Black w/white stripes 1970 Chevelle with a 572 and T-56 swap. Twin turbos if I can be so greedy. Plenty of tire on the back end as well.
4) Supercar. White LP640 Roadster.
5) Luxury. S65 AMG, black, unrestricted.
6 (the 5th-wheel trailer being pulled behind the Ram
) Track car. Dark gray Skyline GT-R R-32, ~800hp, full suspension, cage, slicks, and so forth. Barely legal to be on the road.
Eric.
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There is a kit for our Si's that brings it to 250hp. It wouldn't be impossible to get another 20hp with some other modifications. I know there are several RSX's with 350hp, and they are pretty similar to the Civics. But for the sake of this thread, I don't really care.
McLaren
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There is a kit for our Si's that brings it to 250hp. It wouldn't be impossible to get another 20hp with some other modifications. I know there are several RSX's with 350hp, and they are pretty similar to the Civics. But for the sake of this thread, I don't really care.
I did not know that. Still doesn't seem like the drivetrain is really made for it, but that's me. I'd look more into it now that you've brought it up, but lately I've began to regret ever getting my Si. It just isn't driven as much, and I've already began working with the TL making the Si rather pointless, now.
BUT...back on topic.
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1) '69 Mustang Mach 1 428 Cobra Jet - everyday driver (I'd have to update the brakes, suspension, and electronics... and have the body made out of a lighter material if possible)
2) 430 Scuderia - track car / mountain driving
3) '02 NSX-R - everyday driver / track car
4) '09 F-150 - towing, load-carrying
5) Not sure between an Evo X, '96 Escort RS Cosworth, or Delta HF Integrale - for a more sensible everyday car that's still not out of place on a track.
2) 430 Scuderia - track car / mountain driving
3) '02 NSX-R - everyday driver / track car
4) '09 F-150 - towing, load-carrying
5) Not sure between an Evo X, '96 Escort RS Cosworth, or Delta HF Integrale - for a more sensible everyday car that's still not out of place on a track.
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I've driven this. It's a wonderful toy, and fun to toss around on a mountain road, but it's about as good an off-roader as a Subaru Impreza. Which is to say, it isn't.
If you want a real off-roader, take a page from Joey's book and get a Land Rover.
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Since some people are assuming they'll need a 4x4 at some time or another, maybe I should have included my pick?
Suzuki Jimny... this is one "modern" ute that's actually capable off-road... solid axles, front and rear, a robust 4WD system with a high-low transfer case, available in turbodiesel (1 liter, FTW! runs on veggie oil and grit!) and with a few choice mods, as capable as a mountain goat.
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If I had maybe $300k or so right now to spend on 5 cars this is what I would probably get:
Yes, I am trying to be at least somewhat realistic
2009 Dodge Ram Quad Cab Sport (Hauler, tow vehicle):
(All black and de-chromed)
2008 BMW E92 M3 (Every day car):
(Though, without the funky body kit, but with those sexy BBS wheels and in white with a carbon fiber roof)
2008 Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR (Track car):
(Yellow with black wheels and naked carbon fiber aero parts)
2008 Audi R8 (Weekend or every day car):
(Black with carbon fiber blade)
1989-1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R (Project car):
(White and with various mods, including a nice set of 17" wheels of some sort)
Yes, I am trying to be at least somewhat realistic
2009 Dodge Ram Quad Cab Sport (Hauler, tow vehicle):
(All black and de-chromed)
2008 BMW E92 M3 (Every day car):
(Though, without the funky body kit, but with those sexy BBS wheels and in white with a carbon fiber roof)
2008 Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR (Track car):
(Yellow with black wheels and naked carbon fiber aero parts)
2008 Audi R8 (Weekend or every day car):
(Black with carbon fiber blade)
1989-1994 Nissan Skyline R32 GT-R (Project car):
(White and with various mods, including a nice set of 17" wheels of some sort)
McLaren
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Which of the 2 model X6s, have you driven? I've had the pleasure of seeing what a V8-equipped X5 will do, so I'm itching to see just what the X6's bigger model is made of.
Wasn't that what Clarkson used last season in Top Gear for his little hunt with Hammond?Since some people are assuming they'll need a 4x4 at some time or another, maybe I should have included my pick?
Suzuki Jimny... this is one "modern" ute that's actually capable off-road... solid axles, front and rear, a robust 4WD system with a high-low transfer case, available in turbodiesel (1 liter, FTW! runs on veggie oil and grit!) and with a few choice mods, as capable as a mountain goat.
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Mr. Practical coming through!
Work Runner: Honda Civic
People Mover: Honda Pilot
Driven twice a year when there isn't snow on the ground: Matte Black 430 Scuderia
Driven the other two nice days: '69 Yenko
Picking-up-that-new-fridge vehicle: '09 Silverado
Work Runner: Honda Civic
People Mover: Honda Pilot
Driven twice a year when there isn't snow on the ground: Matte Black 430 Scuderia
Driven the other two nice days: '69 Yenko
Picking-up-that-new-fridge vehicle: '09 Silverado
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Reventón;3214420
Nope, that was a Daihatsu Terios.
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Keef
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Woot! You guys are all going to give me funny looks...
I posted this in the imports thread. I've fallen in love with it. I'd turn it into a daily kind of car car, which means it'd be tuned out but livable on a long trip. Just like that one, too. Blue on white. Fat and heavy, but gorgeous.
My "normal" car would have to be usable all year-round. But of course it's gotta have sporty potential because I simply can't leave a car alone. A few choice suspension mods will turn my Forester into a fun, AWD, cruise-the-highway-or-trudge-through-a-foot-of-powder beast:
And just to make sure it's year-round capable, I'd own three sets of wheels for it. Sporty summer tires, some run of the mill all-seasons for spring and fall, and some hardcore snow tires that would go on specifically for snow or near-zero temps.
Thirdly, I need truck. Gotta have a truck.
With tons of BANK'S power mods. And you can see why I'd have the truck in that picture--gotta haul around the autocross car with cross-eyed tires! That's a smart man right there.
Fourth, I'd keep the Si I have now. But I'd convert it into an all-out autocross car, similar this, but more autocrossy and less tracky (minus the rear wing, not as low IMO, more track width, crazier alignment, etc.):
Imagine a coupe version. HELL YES.
The fifth spot would be reserved for that trailer. Every good American needs a well cared-for car trailer.
EDIT: Okay, no funny looks then. I didn't realize so many people picked off-the wall stuff!
I posted this in the imports thread. I've fallen in love with it. I'd turn it into a daily kind of car car, which means it'd be tuned out but livable on a long trip. Just like that one, too. Blue on white. Fat and heavy, but gorgeous.
My "normal" car would have to be usable all year-round. But of course it's gotta have sporty potential because I simply can't leave a car alone. A few choice suspension mods will turn my Forester into a fun, AWD, cruise-the-highway-or-trudge-through-a-foot-of-powder beast:
And just to make sure it's year-round capable, I'd own three sets of wheels for it. Sporty summer tires, some run of the mill all-seasons for spring and fall, and some hardcore snow tires that would go on specifically for snow or near-zero temps.
Thirdly, I need truck. Gotta have a truck.
With tons of BANK'S power mods. And you can see why I'd have the truck in that picture--gotta haul around the autocross car with cross-eyed tires! That's a smart man right there.
Fourth, I'd keep the Si I have now. But I'd convert it into an all-out autocross car, similar this, but more autocrossy and less tracky (minus the rear wing, not as low IMO, more track width, crazier alignment, etc.):
Imagine a coupe version. HELL YES.
The fifth spot would be reserved for that trailer. Every good American needs a well cared-for car trailer.
EDIT: Okay, no funny looks then. I didn't realize so many people picked off-the wall stuff!
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The Family Car: Rolls-Royce Phantom
The Drive-to-Work Car: Audi S8
Umm, the Aston Martin: Aston Martin DB9
The Grand Tourer: McLaren F1
The Weekend Toy for Track Days: Porsche 917
The Drive-to-Work Car: Audi S8
Umm, the Aston Martin: Aston Martin DB9
The Grand Tourer: McLaren F1
The Weekend Toy for Track Days: Porsche 917
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McLaren
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That's considering the fact every LP560 owner was wanting to trade in their cars without wanting the extra $100K+ the car is still worth.
The Drive-to-Work Car: Audi S8
Apparently, your S8 decided to become a Corvette convertible.
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3 liter twin turbo. 306 hp. Not Evo epic, but pretty bloody quick, anyway... could probably hit 100 km/h in under seven seconds.
It's categorically better than the X5. Active anti-roll bars make it slalom like a sportscar and the new X-Drive active differentials will, if you have enough grip, pivot the car on its belly button and squirt you out of turns. It's a very subtle effect on longer corners, but in hairpins, it's damn impressive. Think of the X6 as a Nissan GTR (hey, they're both twin-turbo sixes with ultra-sophisticated electronically controlled AWD) that's twice as tall, twice as heavy and half as quick. That's what it feels like. Incredibly responsive, incredibly stable and incredibly quick (for a truck).
I don't honestly know if the V8 X6 would be categorically better than the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. In fact, I don't know if either would be categorically better than your typical turbocharged hot hatch, which could run rings around either on the racetrack, despite the lesser acceleration. Whatever tuning trickery they have, they're still trucks. They'll still understeer like pigs if you go into a corner too hot (unlike the GT-R, neither truck has trick rubber) and the extra mass and inertia means they're not going to be as wieldy at high speeds. Oh, and the X6's brakes cook as easily as Velveeta in a microwave. There's also the sneaking suspicion that the X5 could go just as fast as either car if you gave it the same twin-turbo V8, trick differentials, anti-rollbars and steamroller tires as the X6 (which has ungodly supercar-sized 285mm tires in the rear)
Who cares, though? The X6 is just damn sexy. It's pointless, yes. It carries only four people. But since when did the ability to seat 5 make the Cayenne practical? And none of these cars are worth a damn off-road... not even the vaunted Cayenne, which, with its "sport-comfort" rubber can't dig its way out of a mosh pit. If I had to pick one car out of this bunch, it'd be the X6.
But I wouldn't be picking it because I need an off-roadable 4x4. I'd still go for a Jimny. Oh... or this:
Of course, if I had to use it for towing, I'd probably slot a Chevy smallblock into it...
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Reventón;3215052Apparently, your S8 decided to become a Corvette convertible.
Dammit! Now that I'm an imaginary billionaire, my cars are getting sex changes too!
I'm afraid the Nighthawk won't fit the garage though, that would be in my 5-Plane Hangar.
