GTP Member's cars directory. What do you drive?
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- ozstig / GTP_kayman
4.2 (253ci) is a carby V8, the lower v8 option for the kingswood and the early smaller commordores (VB VH etc). From VK (1984-86) onwards you only had the 5.0 litre V8 to choose from as the dropped the 4.2.
There are two 3.8's Both V6's, first with the VN commodore (1988-1991) came the buick 3.8 in the early commodores which was fuel injected and then the ecotec 3.8 V6. which was introduced with the VS commodore (1995-1997)
As you can see the engines are ages apart, but one thing the 4.2 gives you is a good engine note, which for a cruiser is all you really need.
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- QLD, Down Under
- GTP_Paulie
- Paulie LDP
Speaking of the 4.2, Motor Magazine made mention of it in their latest issue as the first Aussie V8, and they said it made 194kw in the Holden Hurricane concept car, I never knew that. They dropped to a measly 140kw by the time they reached production, what a shame.
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Speaking of the 4.2, Motor Magazine made mention of it in their latest issue as the first Aussie V8, and they said it made 194kw in the Holden Hurricane concept car, I never knew that. They dropped to a measly 140kw by the time they reached production, what a shame.
And even less by the time the wagon was made...sigh
Edit: While I remember, did you have issues getting your seats back in spauldj3800? It was quite difficult to get the bolts to actually screw in in my brother's VN when we did it, we really had to push hard down and across on the seat to get them to allign.
Yeah, it was a bit interesting to say the least! Much swearing was involved, mainly cause it was a stinking hot day and I didnt have the right tools.
Thats what I'm thinking...haha
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I drive 2033 KIA spectra II and I wouldn't like to see it in GT5, no way - it handles like bathtub on snow and it's performance is as exciting as a monday dinner in geriatric institution... Putting that in a GT game would be a tremendous waste of man hours - although it would probably handle better than in reality. 
But I would like to see one of my previous cars in game: Fiat Uno, that was one nippy little car and really fun to drive. Only 1.0 litre machine, but with heavy foot on gas pedal it went like flatulence after bean soup. Thirsty too, easily guzzled nine litres of gas per 100 driven kilometres.
But I would like to see one of my previous cars in game: Fiat Uno, that was one nippy little car and really fun to drive. Only 1.0 litre machine, but with heavy foot on gas pedal it went like flatulence after bean soup. Thirsty too, easily guzzled nine litres of gas per 100 driven kilometres.
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- GTP_ReDMan1911
I have a '96 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme sedan with 3.1L V6 and auto transmission. Then I bought a '02 Nissan Maxima SE with a 3.5L V6 and a 6 speed manual transmission, and after that a '07 Suzuki GSX-R600. I own and drive all 3 of them regularily, except for winter, the motorcycle doesn't do well on snow and ice, and neither do the Maximas tires.
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- You're crazy if you think
- I can afford either of these.
1991 F150 XLT Lariat
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- astrosdude91
Is this thread really necessary anymore? It seems like this thread and "Post A Pic Of Your Real Car" are the same.
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- GTP_BlacqueJack
Mazda B-3000, but I do not want to see it in Gran Turismo!
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- SMH1989
I drive a SAAB 9-5 Aero SportCombi from 2000, but on the driveway its stand three other cars too, Ford Mondeo RS Zetec '96, Renault Kango Euroline '03, Nissan Qashqai Tekna '07. But the last one shall be exchanged for a Volvo V50 D4
And to answer your question, yes I would love to se all of them but on GT5 haha
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- 2.2L Camry
- NissanSkylineN1
- Xbox??? Who is this Xbox??
'98 Toyota Sienna LE (Green)
'02 Hyundai Accent GS (Gold colored)
'10 Ford Mustang GT (grey with silver stripes)
'02 Hyundai Accent GS (Gold colored)
'10 Ford Mustang GT (grey with silver stripes)
SuperShouden
(Banned)
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- SuperShouden
I don't have it quite yet, (just need to get a job to afford insurance on it, but it'll probably be my parents' old '94 Pontiac Sunbird LX. Still runs. I've been thinking about keeping it and modding it if I ever get enough money. Maybe turn it into a roadster, with black paint..maybe round the edges a bit, put some rear wheel skirts on it, change the rims and maybe replace the I4 with a V8. that's if I can afford it. I think it could be a great car, then. Otherwise...it's a Sunbird.
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- Down in the Ozarks, USA
- DVNT_ST8
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- SRV2NV
First post on GTP, long time lurker though!
Here is my car, 2006 Seat Ibiza Cupra 20VT, featured in GT4It's had a bit of work done under the bonnet/hood so it's fairly quick in my opinion
*images*
Looks good man. Message Neocrox, he had one, until he did some custom pole body modification.
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- Bogotá
- GTP_Suitan (w/ an i), SultanRS4
This is my baby. It's not a Ferrari but it's definitely not a Yugo either. I love it. '97 B14 EX Saloon. At the altitude in my city, the car has around 88hp. 110 at sea level.
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- GTP_Kent
Well...
I've been a Toyota owner for years. I've owned 3 different Corollas ('01,'06,'09) and one Camry ('98). I've stood by the company for a long time.
In light of the recalls and general lack of feeling (even though it was still a good car without any problems) I've decided to let go of my loyalties and now I'm the proud owner of a 2010 Impreza 2.5i (premium).
So there you have it... What am I driving? 2010 Impreza 2.5i.
Btw, its the 5 door hatchback model and despite moving away from Toyota I'm still happy (more or less) with the products they provided me... Even the 2009 didn't show signs of wear and my actions to repair the parts recalled were more preemptive than anything else.
Of course... I'm also wel aware of the Toyota-Subaru ties so I know I didn't ditch Toyota completely.
But hey, at least I know the subby will not have a resale value of 50% what it should be simply because of recalls.
I've been a Toyota owner for years. I've owned 3 different Corollas ('01,'06,'09) and one Camry ('98). I've stood by the company for a long time.
In light of the recalls and general lack of feeling (even though it was still a good car without any problems) I've decided to let go of my loyalties and now I'm the proud owner of a 2010 Impreza 2.5i (premium).
So there you have it... What am I driving? 2010 Impreza 2.5i.
Btw, its the 5 door hatchback model and despite moving away from Toyota I'm still happy (more or less) with the products they provided me... Even the 2009 didn't show signs of wear and my actions to repair the parts recalled were more preemptive than anything else.
Of course... I'm also wel aware of the Toyota-Subaru ties so I know I didn't ditch Toyota completely.
But hey, at least I know the subby will not have a resale value of 50% what it should be simply because of recalls.
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Looks good man. Message Neocrox, he had one, until he did some custom pole body modification.
Neocrox had a Leon, not an Ibiza
But yeah, he wrapped it around a lamp post...
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- Ardius_
I've just driven back my 1st car from the showroom (decided to try and get a 2nd hand car from a showroom to get some guarantee on it). Tested a few cars, was looking for a small car with some decent grunt (1.0-1.3) for motorway driving as I'm now commuting to Liverpool everyday.
I couldn't fit properly in the Clio (6" 2 isn't a common height it seems), I was a bit shocked with the Yaris' mid-set display and I wasn't too keen on the Pugs.
So I settled on the first car I tested - a Suzuki Swift 1.3 GL.
Red, 2007, 10,000 miles, 1 owner, £6,000. 3 services and MOT'd for 6 months.
I couldn't fit properly in the Clio (6" 2 isn't a common height it seems
), I was a bit shocked with the Yaris' mid-set display and I wasn't too keen on the Pugs. So I settled on the first car I tested - a Suzuki Swift 1.3 GL
.Red, 2007, 10,000 miles, 1 owner, £6,000. 3 services and MOT'd for 6 months.
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- GTP_TheCracker
Is it left hand drive?Dont wanna create a new thread since this is only crossing my mind.
What is the coolest best or great daily car I can buy for less then 18k USD?
AWD, FWD, RWD, all setups are welcomed, but has to include price of the Automatic. Yes Automatic.. Unless its this rwd toyota that can be in Manual.
So what car? Fiesta? Nissan Versa? Give some ideas guys. The more features of the car better.
Can be sporty, economical, or both if possible. Also right away I wanna say no Toyota Yaris or Honda Fit and no GM cars.
What is the coolest best or great daily car I can buy for less then 18k USD?
AWD, FWD, RWD, all setups are welcomed, but has to include price of the Automatic. Yes Automatic.. Unless its this rwd toyota that can be in Manual.
So what car? Fiesta? Nissan Versa? Give some ideas guys. The more features of the car better.
Can be sporty, economical, or both if possible. Also right away I wanna say no Toyota Yaris or Honda Fit and no GM cars.
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Dont wanna create a new thread since this is only crossing my mind.
What is the coolest best or great daily car I can buy for less then 18k USD?
AWD, FWD, RWD, all setups are welcomed, but has to include price of the Automatic. Yes Automatic.. Unless its this rwd toyota that can be in Manual.
So what car? Fiesta? Nissan Versa? Give some ideas guys. The more features of the car better.
Can be sporty, economical, or both if possible. Also right away I wanna say no Toyota Yaris or Honda Fit and no GM cars.
If you simply must... the Honda Fit or the Mazda2. The Mazda2 is far from being loaded, and it's only a 4AT, but it's the most fun to drive in that price range. The Honda Fit has incredible space, a five-speed auto, a great engine and good handling. Only niggle is that five-speed has insanely long ratios for such a small engine.
If I go used I can buy a nice MB even for 15 grand! I want new because of the warranty and what not. I was looking at Fusion, nice car. But pricey
I am not buying one this year, within 12 months from now, just looking at different options, brand new with good warranty, cheap to maintain, also not too big because I might move out to Mexico within 2 years to stay and live there. Unless I go there and save up money on buying a car there. But lets see some options in USA for now.
So far
Ford Fiesta
Automated Price and 5 door version starts at 16.1K
+Best looking
+Best Transmission
+Nice looking interior
+Loaded for cheap
-Would have to buy nicer rims, or get an upgrade from Ford
I think thats about it, help me fill out good and bad about each car.
Honda fit Automated Starts at 16.4K
+Most Specious
+Honda Reliability
+Nice interior
-Very weired sitting position (yes I set in one)
-Ugliest out of the bunch
Thats all I know about it..
Mazda 2 starts at 14.7k'
+Cheapest
+Nice interior just like the other ones
+Should be zoom zoom on twists and turns
-20 year old technology in a transmission
All 3 cars have great fuel economy, so no need to talk about that.
I am not buying one this year, within 12 months from now, just looking at different options, brand new with good warranty, cheap to maintain, also not too big because I might move out to Mexico within 2 years to stay and live there. Unless I go there and save up money on buying a car there. But lets see some options in USA for now.
So far
Ford Fiesta
Automated Price and 5 door version starts at 16.1K
+Best looking
+Best Transmission
+Nice looking interior
+Loaded for cheap
-Would have to buy nicer rims, or get an upgrade from Ford
I think thats about it, help me fill out good and bad about each car.
Honda fit Automated Starts at 16.4K
+Most Specious
+Honda Reliability
+Nice interior
-Very weired sitting position (yes I set in one)
-Ugliest out of the bunch
Thats all I know about it..
Mazda 2 starts at 14.7k'
+Cheapest
+Nice interior just like the other ones
+Should be zoom zoom on twists and turns
-20 year old technology in a transmission
All 3 cars have great fuel economy, so no need to talk about that.
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