GTP Cool Wall Nomination Archive: Currently Closed

[daan]

Might as well...

Peugeot 406 Coupe V6 (any year)

Engine - 2946cc V6, dohc, 4v/cyl.
Power - 194 hp (1999 > had 210bhp)
Torque - 197 lbft
Transmission - 5spd Manual
Top speed - 141 mph*
0-60 mph - 7.4 sec*
0-100 mph - 19.3 sec*

* Autocar Magazine

 

[Danny]

* Wishful thinking and tailwinds

Fixed that for you.

 

[Northstar]

Ultima GTR

Probably one of the best kit cars of all time.
534HP (With LS7)
538Ft-Lbs of torque
2,182 lbs
0-60mph: 2.6 seconds
0-100mph: 5.3 seconds
30-70mph: 1.8 seconds
0-100-0mph: 9.4 seconds
100-0mph: 3.6 seconds
standing 1/4 mile: 9.9 seconds @ 143mph
top speed: 231mph
Skidpad: 1.176g

Ultima website

 

[NISM0_SKYLINE]

1985 Lancia Delta S4

One of the best and craziest rally car ever.

Engine - 1759 cc four cylinder engine with a supercharger and turbocharger
550 Hp
1,962 lb
0 - 60 in 2.3 (on gravel claimed)
Top Speed - around 140

 

[SVX]

Deleted.

 

[waggles]

2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe.

 

[exigeracer]

Let's try something here. We've got a ton of nominations (and Sub-Zero winners) of iconic cars of already-existing fame. We know that these things are worth a lot of money, we know their achievements and we know that they deserve a place at the top of the pile. The only time we see any difference in general opinion is when the car sits at an extreme of the automotive enthusiast diaspora, like the 57 Chevy. It's the icon of a specific genre of cars. If you like that genre, it'll be the coolest car.

Let's try something that holds relatively low history and reputation, something that isn't the pinnacle of a certain market or class, but rather a newcomer taking a bold image and applying something new to it. I'm talking about Rizk Auto.

It's a small outfit in Phoenix, Arizona, that took the shape of an Aston Martin DBR2, but build around a carbon-fibre monocoque chassis, advanced assembly processes and luxury tailored finishes all around. Are they missing the point of the throwback? Is the loud pop, outdated materials and the half-century decay part of classic sportscar ownership?

Let's find out what you think.

 

[Joey D]

From here on out please include basic specs or at least a link to basic specs when nominating a car. Failure to do so will have your nomination skipped over.

Also please stop posting on my GTP Wall and sending me PM's with your nominations. Unless you nominate a car in this thread, it will not go in the polling queue.

 

[Worst_Driver]

I would like to nominate the 1994-1996 Impala SS (Seventh Generation)

Specs:
5.7 Liter LS1 V8
260 HP and 330 lb.-ft of torque
15.4 Seconds Quarter Mile
0 To 60 Mph (96 kmh) in 7.2 Seconds
Weight : 4221 lb (1915 KG)
Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic.
Rear Wheel Drive (The last one unfortunately )

Why I nominated this impala ?
It is IMO the last real impala produced before GM switched to FWD. It's one kickass fullsize sedan and someday I will own one, well I'll try to.

 

[LSX]

These were limited to 1000 units in 2001.

2001 10th Anniversary Pontiac Firehawk.

346CI/5.7L/5665cc LS1
16v all aluminum pushrod V8
Horsepower - 345 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque - 350 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Tremec T-56 6 speed transmission.
Curb weight - 3570 lbs
0-60 5.1 seconds.
1/4 mile 13.5 @ 106 mph (Fastest ever 12.9 STOCK!)
Skid pad .90g (with optional 1LE road race package $1,489)
Price - $37,658 - $40,000 (The higher price being with 1LE/Auburn differential/whatever extra SLP goodies.)

It's a lot of money considering all the 4th gen LS1 cars were mostly the same thing. However if you have a thing for limited production cars, this is one of the ones to have. Ever feel like pulling a Burt Reynolds? Hang the back end out and dive in a generally unsafe manor? This is the car for you. It's like the "Bandit" Trans-Am, just less gaudy, MUCH better performance and all around good looks. I've never even seen but one that was for sale, there were only 1000 to be made in this livery for 2001.

A Firehawk is a more understated car when compared to the Ram-Air WS.6 Trans-Ams of the same model years. The Trans-Ams had massively flared nostrils on the hood, high rise rear wings and different front and rear fascia. The Firehawk was more refined looking, sporting just two nostrils on the functional ram air hood, redesigned front and rear fascia, and a IROC style spoiler. IMO the Firehawk is the greatest installment in the long line of F-Body cars, it just has the right parts in the right places. The LS1 under the hood was easily capable of MUCH more output, with a solid head, cam and intake package these cars will really stretch their legs. If there was ever a good anti-venom for the Mustang Cobra, a modded Firehawk was the sweetest.

 

[Danny]

I'm going to nominate the Volga V12. It's big, bad, and russian.

Powered by a 5.6L BMW V12
0-100km/h in 6.5
245/50 ZR17 tyres
380HP@5300RPM
260km/h top speed
Couldn't find kerbweight stats, but I'd hazard a guess at a lot.

 

[Joey D]

*cough* Dan the Man

From here on out please include basic specs or at least a link to basic specs when nominating a car. Failure to do so will have your nomination skipped over.

 

[Danny]

Fixed, apologies!

 

[TorqueHappenS08]

2010 hyundai genesis 3.8 v6 track.

This is what it's all about. A proper Rear wheel drive sports coupe. Fast, fun to drive,type of car to just through around, push it where you want it to go, it rewards you, This car start's off where the Japanese have gone.(silvia,240sx,supra,RX7 excettera) It brings back the good proper RWD sport drivers coupe formula fun, with a price to match it's predecessors.


3.8 manual

Base Price
$28,000
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel drive
Curb Weight (lbs)
3389
Horsepower
306 @ 6300
Torque (lb-ft)
266 @ 4700

 

[Quattro20v]

Specs, please.

 

[Thatman]

1978-2002 Mazda RX7

'79-'85 RX7
(12A)105 bhp@6krpm/105 lb-ft@4krpm/2300 lbs/0-60:10.0/top speed:122mph
(13b)135 bhp@6krpm/135 lb-ft@3krpm/2500 lbs/0-60:8.8/top speed:126mph
'86-91
(13b)146 bhp@6.5krpm/138 lb-ft@3.5krpm/2700 lbs/0-60:7.5/top speed:137mph
(13bT)200 bhp@7krpm/196 lb-ft@3.5krpm/2800 lbs/0-60:6.7/top speed:146mph
'92-'02
(13B-REW)255-276 bhp@6.5krpm/222 lb-ft@5 krp(ish)/0-60:4.7/top speed:165ish

Im curious as a whole what do people think of the Rx-7s? But whats not cool about them? 1.3 Ltr ROTARY engine. And all three had a 50/50 weight distribution. These cars were not about what they could do in a straight line but what they could accomplish in the corners. Plus the sound is pretty sweet.

 

[DEATHSARTHE]

1989 Ford Taurus SHO

Please, Please, Pleeeeease!!

The Ford Taurus SHO (Super High Output) is a mid size performance sedan trim level on the Ford Taurus that was originally produced by the Ford Motor Company from 1989 until 1999, and will return starting in the 2010 model year.

The SHO was originally created as a limited production model to use up engines that Ford ordered from Yamaha under contract for use in a two-seater competitor to the Pontiac Fiero that was canceled while still in development. Ford had intended to only produce the SHO for the 1989 model year, and initially advertised it as a limited production vehicle. However, the model proved to be very popular, selling over 15,000 units in its first year, leading Ford to order more engines and begin series production. The SHO would go on to be produced for ten years in three generations.

Production ended after the 1999 model year due to a decline in popularity, in which Ford decided to not produce a SHO version of the fourth generation Taurus; in 1999, just over 3,000 SHOs were sold, which was nearly a sixth of the SHO's sales numbers from ten years prior. Today, the SHO enjoys a cult following among performance car enthusiasts, due to its relation to the Taurus, which classifies it as a "Sleeper".

Wikipedia on the Ford Taurus SHO

 

[Jim Prower]

So that means we've hit all the good SHOs...

I dunno, perhaps combine first and second-gen? they were pretty similar...

 

[Small_Fryz]

BMW E30 M3

Such an awesome car..

 

[DEATHSARTHE]

So that means we've hit all the good SHOs...

I dunno, perhaps combine first and second-gen? they were pretty similar...

Interesting. The 1993 SHO is about 200lbs heavier than the 1989 model, I wonder if that's the curb weight with the Automatic Transmission or weight added through the interior/exterior changes Hmmm.

IMO, if the SHO is chosen - the 1st Gen should be polled because it was at that time that it had caught manufacturers completely off guard. Ford toys with a mid-engine, two seater concept... and before anyone could say "4 door bronco plz" there's a Taurus out running sportscars. lol

By 1993, I think the idea was way more recongnized. The 1st Gen was what really revitalized the "Sleeper" mystique. It was one of the last great decisions Ford ever made and it had a pretty cool story. The GN35 back story was interesting and the true power of the SHO engine before Ford nerfed it was impressive.

... and then 3.4L V8 lulz

good to see a SHO fan

 

[Joey D]

2010 hyundai genesis 3.8 v6/ 2.0 turbo. track or standard.

Pick one or the other, same goes with the engine choice.

1978-2002 Mazda RX7

Pick one generation and nominate it.

BMW E30 M3

Such an awesome car..

You probably should supply some number so we can see how awesome it is.

===

Please be specific when nominating your vehicle of choice.

 

[Thatman]

Pick one generation and nominate it.

===

Please be specific when nominating your vehicle of choice.

Okay, Well then its the FC for me.

Sorry Joey I though maybe we could nominate the "badge" not sure what I was thinkin.....

 

[kayman]

1964-1966 Ford Mustang

Identification
The car warranty number and other important identification information is stamped on the warranty plate, which is attached to the rear face of the left front door. The official serial number for registration purposes is stamped on the left fender apron in the engine compartment.

Approximate Refill Capacities
Fuel Tank Capacity 16 gallons
Engine Cooling System *Includes 1 quart for heater.
6-cyl.* 9.5 quarts
8-cyl.* 14.5 quarts
Engine Crankcase *Includes 1 quart required for filter replacement.
6-cyl.* 4.5 quarts
8-cyl.* 5.0 quarts
Transmission
3-speed-6-cyl. 2 1/2 pints
3-speed-8-cyl. 3 1/2 pints
4-speed-6-cyl. 4 1/2 pints
4-speed-8-cyl. 4 pints
Automatic
6-cyl. 7 1/2 quarts
8-cyl. 8 1/2 quarts
Rear Axle
6-cyl. 2 1/2 pints
8-cyl. 4 1/2 pints


General Dimensions
Wheelbase 108"
Tread-Front-6-cyl. 55.4"
Tread-Front-8-cyl. 56"
Tread-Rear 56"
Overall Length-Hardtop and Convertible 181.6"
Overall Width 68.2"

Overall Height
Hardtop 51.1"
2+2 Fastback 51.2"

Luggage Capacity (cu. ft.)
Hardtop 9.0
2+2 Fastback 5.5

Curb Weight (lbs.)
Hardtop 2556
2+2 Fastback 2606


Engines
170 CID Six 260 CID V-8 289 CID V-8
Taxable Horsepower 29.4 46.2 51.2
Brake Horsepower 101@4400 rpm 164@4400 rpm 220@4400 rpm
Torque (Foot-Pounds) 156@2400 rpm 258@2200 rpm 304@2800 rpm
Fuel Requirement 1Regular Regular Regular
Compression Ratio 8.7 to 1 8.7 to 1 9.2 to 1


Standard Gear Ratios-Transmissions and Axles
1st 2nd 3rd 4th Rear Axle

170 CID SIX
3-Speed 3.29 1.83 1.00 3.50
4-Speed 3.16 2.21 1.41 1.00 3.50
Cruise-O-Matic 2.46 1.46 1.00 3.50

260 CID V-S
3-Speed 2.79 1.70 1.00 3.00
Cruise-O-Matic 2.46 1.46 1.00 3.00

289 CID V-8
4-Speed 2.78 1.93 1.36 1.00 3.00
Cruise-O-Matic 2.46 1.46 1.00 3.00


Wheel Alignment Optimum Service Specifications
6-Cylinder 8-Cylinder
Caster Degrees (Curb Load) 1/2 degrees Positive 1/2 degrees Negative
Camber Degrees (Curb Load) 1/2 degrees Positive 1/2 degrees Negative
Toe-In (Inches) 9/32" 9/32"

Fuses (12 volts)
Circuit Location Fuse Number
Radio Fuse Panel on Left Side Cowl SFE-7.5
Instrument Lights Fuse Panel on Left Side Cowl AGA-2
Turn Indicator and Back-up Lights Fuse Panel on Left Side Cowl SFE-14
Heater Fan Fuse Panel on Left Side Cowl SFE-14
Lights-Parking, Rear, and Rear License Fuse Panel on Left Side Cowl AGC-15
Lights-Dome, Courtesy and Console Fuse Panel SFE-7.5
Air Conditioner Cartridge in Power Feed Wire AGC-15
Spotlight Cartridge in Power Feed Wire SFE-7.5
Windshield Washer Pump SFE-7.5


Battery (12 volts)
Standard Battery
6-cyl. 40 Ampere-hours 54 plates
8-cyl. 55 Ampere-hours 54 plates
Taxi 55 Ampere-hours 66 plates


Circuit Breakers
Circuit Location Rating
Headlights In Lights Switch 12 amp.
Windshield Wiper Motor-Single Speed In Wiper Switch 5 amp.
Windshield Wiper Motor-2-Speed Same as Above 12 amp.
Convertible Top On Starter Relay 20 amp.
Cigar Lighter Attached to Lighter Socket Reset

Lights (12 volts)
Wattage or Candlepower Lamp Number
Headlights 50-40 watts 6012
Parking and Front Turn Indicator 32-4 cp 1157
Stop, Tail, and Rear Turn Indicator 32-4 cp 1157
Back-Up 21 cp 1142
Rear License Plate 4 cp 1155
Courtesy Light (Under Instrument Panel) 6 cp 631
Courtesy Light (Console) 3 cp 1816
Glove Box Light (Console) 1.5 cp 1445
Radio Dial 1.9 cp 1891
All instrument panel bulbs unles otherwige indicated 2 cp 1895
Spotlight 4.4" Diameter 30 watt 4405
Parking Brake Warning Light 1 cp 257


Tire Pressures
Hardtop and Convertible
Pounds per Sq. In. (Cold)* Front 24
Rear 24
*For considerable high-speed driving or heavy loads, add 4-6 pounds to recommended cold pressure.

 

[Eric Demory]

Mclaren F1

 

[Thatman]

1964-1966 Ford Mustang

Mclaren F1

c'mon now SPECS people!

 

[C-ZETA]

1998 Mitsubishi Legnum VR-4 Type V

Engine
Configuration — DOHC 24v V type 6 cylinder
Code — 6A13TT
Bore/stroke, capacity — 81.0 × 80.8 mm, 2498 cc
Compression ratio — 8.5:1
Fuelling — ECI-MULTI, premium unleaded fuel
Peak power — 206 kW (280 PS) @ 5500 rpm
Peak torque — 367 N·m (271 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm
Transmission — 5 speed semi-auto / 5 speed manual
Suspension — Multi-link (front & rear)
Dimensions
Length — 4680 mm
Width — 1760 mm
Height — 1420 mm
Wheelbase — 2635 mm
Curb weight — 1520 kg
Fuel tank — 60 L
Wheels/tyres — 225/50 R16 91V

 

[Leonidae]

1998 Mitsubishi Legnum VR-4 Type V

Engine
Configuration — DOHC 24v V type 6 cylinder
Code — 6A13TT
Bore/stroke, capacity — 81.0 × 80.8 mm, 2498 cc
Compression ratio — 8.5:1
Fuelling — ECI-MULTI, premium unleaded fuel
Peak power — 206 kW (280 PS) @ 5500 rpm
Peak torque — 367 N·m (271 ft·lbf) @ 4000 rpm
Transmission — 5 speed semi-auto / 5 speed manual
Suspension — Multi-link (front & rear)
Dimensions
Length — 4680 mm
Width — 1760 mm
Height — 1420 mm
Wheelbase — 2635 mm
Curb weight — 1520 kg
Fuel tank — 60 L
Wheels/tyres — 225/50 R16 91V

It's a Galant.

 

[Danny]

The Galant is known as the Legnum in Asia.

 

[Jim Prower]

The galant wagon^

 

[Nicko]

1996 Lotus Elise



Specs:
Wheelbase: 2300mm
Length: 3726mm
Width: 1701mm
Height: 1148mm
Displacement: 1.8L 1796cc
Power: 118bhp