GTPlanet Automaker Simulator: CYOCC 2 (Idiot GM kills game)

[BKGlover]

Just noticed that only one person has remembered one detail about the game, and he ran the first one. Everyone is forgetting that AAAAAALL this new stuff won't be on sale until Q3.

 

[GranTurismo916]

Just noticed that only one person has remembered one detail about the game, and he ran the first one. Everyone is forgetting that AAAAAALL this new stuff won't be on sale until Q3.

Yeah, but we're just setting up our factory usage.

 

[Legro]

Just noticed that only one person has remembered one detail about the game, and he ran the first one. Everyone is forgetting that AAAAAALL this new stuff won't be on sale until Q3.

As long as the Factory upgrade and new dealership chains won't work before Q3 it's not a problem.

 

[BKGlover]

Yeah, but we're just setting up our factory usage.

That's fine, makes things easier for me. But...

As long as the Factory upgrade and new dealership chains won't work before Q3 it's not a problem.

This is also the case.

I'd also like to make it known that I cannot choose the correct wording around Legro. Nothing about him, I simply choose the completely wrong things to say, and he can attest to that.

ATTEMPT #2: AAAAAAALL this new stuff won't be active until Q3.

It's a good thing I work on the factory floor and not in the offices.

 

[Tunerguy21]

21 Motorsports is afraid to announce that we have come across several problems during development of our new models, and we are unable to meet the proposed reveal at Geneva. As a result, we will not be attendind Geneva as planned. We are doing our best to fix these issues before the next event. We HAVE however made significant advancements on the ever-evolving R200 and R300 projects, and they will be put to production models for next quarter. If you currently have an R200 or R300, take them to your local dealer and you can have these upgrades added to your car. We have also upgraded our manufacturing facilities in preparation for the new models, so we are now able to produce much more than last quarter.

21 Motorsports Q2 Report
Brand name: 21 Motorsports
Logo: TBD
Headquarters Location: Providence, RI
CEO: Tunerguy21 (me)
Company Focus: Affordable sports cars to high-end hypercars
Factory Locations:
-Providence, RI (Medium)
-Tokyo, Japan (Medium)
Nations Served:
-USA
-Japan
-UK
-Portugal
-Germany
Number of Car Models: 2
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Car Model Specification Form
Model Name: R200
Trim Levels
-Base: 28cr
-Sport: 30cr
-Sport Turbo: 32cr
-R: 36cr
-R w/ Track Pack option: 40cr
Body Style(s)
-2-door Coupe
Engine(s)
-2.0 Liter I-4 N/A
-2.0 Liter I-4 Turbo
Drivetrain(s)
-FR
Transmission(s)
-6MT
Production Factory
-Providence, RI
-Tokyo, Japan
Description (optional)
21 Motorsports' current entry-level sports car. Both 2.0 liter N/A and turbocharged engines are available (depending on trim level). The R200 base model comes only with the N/A, and is a high-compression, high-revving engine great for someone looking at a daily driver with some decent trackabliity. The R200 sport comes standard with the same N/A 2.0 liter engine as the base model R200-albeit with slightly more power-but the 2.0 liter turbo variant is now available as an option. The compression and redline are reduced to accommodate the added boost, but is just as durable as the N/A. The R200 Sport also has the optional oil cooler from the base model as standard. The R200 R is the most powerful and most track-ready variant available. It only comes with the 2.0 liter turbo engine. With dual oil coolers as standard and increased boost pressure, the R200 R is capable of some serious lap times not typically expected of a car of this size. With the R-only optional Track Pack, boost is supplied by a larger, more-efficient turbocharger and intercooler, and has a full titanium turbo-back exhaust with high-flow catalytic converter. The dual oil coolers are also more efficient than the normal R. Fully-adjustable coilover suspension is available as an option on Sport models, and comes as standard on the R and R Track Pack models.

Initial Cost of Development
-2128cr
Nations sold
-USA
-Japan
-UK
-Portugal
-Germany
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Car Model Specification Form
Model Name: R300
Trim Levels
-Base: 45cr
-Sport: 47cr
-Sport Turbo: 50cr
-R: 53cr
-R w/ Track Pack option: 56cr
Body Style(s)
-2-door Coupe
Engine(s)
-3.0 Liter I-6 N/A
-3.0 Liter I-6 Twin-Sequential Turbo
Drivetrain(s)
-FR
Transmission(s)
-6MT
Production Factory
-Providence, RI
-Tokyo, Japan
Description (optional)
The 21 Motorsports R300 is our quintessential street/track car so far. The base model comes with a high-revving, high-compression 3.0 liter naturally-aspirated I-6 in a lightweight body. This is most popular for the car enthusiast to enjoy on the commute to-and-from work as much as the track. The Sport model has increased power from the N/A I-6 via slightly larger cams, slight head work, and a more free-flowing stainless steel exhaust system. However, the big power comes from the addition of the optional Twin-Sequential Turbocharged 3.0 liter I-6 engine. Like the R200, full-adjustable coilover suspension and an oil cooler are options. The R model has this engine as standard, as well as the coilover suspension package and new dual oil coolers. For those who want the ultimate in streetable track weapons, the R300 R Track Pack has more efficient and higher-boosting turbos, a larger intercooler, and state-of-the-art dual oil coolers. The Track Pack also has more aggressive 280 degree cams, full head work (while still remaining streetable), and forged internals. Serious weight savings have been done in the form of carbon fiber used wherever possible, with standard carbon bucket seats with 4-point harnesses.

Initial Cost of Development
-3203cr
Nations Sold
-USA
-Japan
-UK
-Portugal
-Germany
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Expenditure List
Medium Factory (10,000 cars built/quarter) Cost: 6,000cr (x2)
Dealership Chain: 600cr (x4)
Headquarters Cost: 750cr
Design & Development Cost:
R200 Engines
-R200 I4 engine (+30%): 260cr
-R200 Sport I4 engine (+45%): 290cr
-R200 Sport Turbo I4T engine (+30%): 650cr
-R200 R I4T engine (+45%): 725cr
R300 Engines
-R300 I6 engine (+30%): 390cr
-R300 Sport I6 engine (+45%): 435cr
-R300 Sport Turbo I6TT engine (+30%): 1170cr
-R300 R I6TT engine (+45%): 1305cr
Turbocharger Systems
-Single Turbo (R200): 300cr
-Sequential Twin Turbo (R300): 600cr
Manual Transmission
-6-MT (R200; +45%): 218cr
-6-MT (R300; +45%): 218cr
FR Drivetrain
-R200: 250cr
-R300: 250cr
Coupe Body Style
-R200 (+30%): 260cr
-R300 (+30%): 260cr
Maintenance Costs: TBD
Production Costs: TBD
Loan (paid in full): TBD
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TOTAL QUARTERLY EXPENSES: 21831cr
TOTAL DEBT: 0cr
TOTAL BALANCE: 107340cr
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[BKGlover]

We are in Q3.

I'm going to bed. Headache just occurred.

 

[Legro]

Legro development costs are recounted.

 

[Dagger311]

(This is my first time RPing. Ever. Bear with me).

Today, we've gone to the headquarters of a local up-and-coming car company called Austell Automotives, to discuss their luxury model of the Evasion.

There, we met the founder and CEO, Zachary King. Read the interview below.

Q: "How does it feel, being a small company with so much competition from big-name brands like Ford, Chevrolet, Honda, and Toyota?
A: "It can be worrisome at times, but I'm relying on my car to stand out from the rest, offering better performance and reliability."

Q: "I see. How do you intend to do this?"
A: "I'm not really going to say much, for fear of other car companies taking my idea, but I assure you, the next car that rolls out of Austell Automotives will be very unique."

Q: "Alright then. When are you expecting your next car to come out?"
A: "Well, profits affect that greatly. Before I launch a new car, I want to launch my final 'Evasion' trim level."

Q: "We've heard it was going to be a luxury model. Can you tell us anything about it?"
A: "Expect the V6 from the sports model to make a return, as well as some luxurious goodies like leather seats, as well as a semi-automatic transmission option."

Q: "How do you think your luxury sedan will fare against competitors like Audi, BMW, and Mercedes?"
A: "Hopefully well! Things like that are very hard to predict."

Q: "When do you expect to launch this luxury trim?"
A: "Expect it later this year. Probably in the middle of the third quarter."

Q: "Thank you for taking time out of your schedule for an interview. Would you mind if we come back sometime?"
A: "No problem at all. Anytime."

 

[Driving Park]

(This is my first time RPing. Ever. Bear with me).

Be careful, you might get sucked in!

 

[Dagger311]

Be careful, you might get sucked in!

It was alright. I need practice in the art of not being me, though.

 

[titleguy1]

(This is my first time RPing. Ever. Bear with me).

Don't worry, me too.

Car & Driver special feature: Interview with up-and-coming car manufacturer, Rennen Automotive, and their CEO, who wishes to remain unnamed.

Q: So, how's it feel like to be in the car business?
A: It's really intense. There's a lot of competition, but unlike others, I don't try to sell the car, or falsely advertise. It has to sell itself.

Q: You are limited to making sports cars, correct?
A: Actually, no. We have just released our Sakura and Commander models, and we are planning to make a City car in the future; think of a Volkswagen Beetle, or Fiat 500.

Q: Profits. How much do they matter to you?
A: Haha, profits are always important. But honestly, customer satisfaction is our main priority.

Q: Rotary engines have quite the rep for unreliability. Have you tried to counter this?
A: Before we officially release all of our engines, we make sure that each can go through 100,000 miles and beyond of wear.

Q: What is your main focus when building cars?
A: We always focus on a fun-to-drive factor. If it's not fun, it's not good. Durability and quality are up there with it, followed by everyday power.

Q: Any new models in development?
A: Oh, of course. Our new city car, as I mentioned before, a luxury GT car with a 3-rotor rotary, and an affordable sports car that balances economy and fun.

Q: How are you conquering the Rotary?
A: Well, we improved the Apex seals as that is the most problematic part of the engine. We re-made it with carbon fiber, and it has proven to last for twice as long as a conventional rotary.

Q: Well, thank you so much for accepting our interview.
A: No problem at all, come back anytime.

Next month's issue of Car & Driver will include the big comparison test with the
2015 Rennen Arachnid R
2015 Porsche 911 Turbo S
2015 21 Motorsports R300 R
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
2015 Aquila Motors Ace
2015 Knight Industries K1500
2015 Nissan GT-R Nismo

Edit: 21 MS, Aquila, please don't kill me.

 

[Driving Park]

It was alright. I need practice in the art of not being me, though.

Every character always has a part of its creator in it, whether you try or not. It's easy for me because my company's CEO is just me: Japanese edition.

 

[Legro]

(This is my first time RPing. Ever. Bear with me).

Nothing wrong with that. I'm new too.

 

[Dagger311]

Nothing wrong with that. I'm new too.

I was thinking my writing may sound forced, or maybe too formal. Never tried to be anyone else before .

 

[BKGlover]

Levels of contempt are rapidly rising. Does anyone have ANY QUESTIONS about how this game works in ANY ASPECT?

ANYONE??????

 

[WhiterunGuard]

yes...what am i doing here again??

Spoiler: Click Me!

No Just Kidding I Don't Have Any Questions

 

[Jahgee]

Levels of contempt are rapidly rising. Does anyone have ANY QUESTIONS about how this game works in ANY ASPECT?

ANYONE??????

Can users share dealerships?

 

[Driving Park]

Levels of contempt are rapidly rising. Does anyone have ANY QUESTIONS about how this game works in ANY ASPECT?

ANYONE??????

Resultant of whom?

 

[BKGlover]

Can users share dealerships?

Yes, but a deal must be reached and approved in public space, AKA here. Acceptable deals inquire that the host will be compensated for their service.

Resultant of whom?

A few people, and a few aspects. No names.

Thread OP has been updated. I'll continue working.

 

[Dagger311]

A few people, and a few aspects. No names.

Thread OP has been updated. I'll continue working.

So, no news reports in the tabloid/interview format that seems to be popular? Even if it has no benefit to the player(s) making them?

 

[BKGlover]

So, no news reports in the tabloid/interview format that seems to be popular? Even if it has no benefit to the player(s) making them?

Something like fabricating reports of corruption, or that because part of California fell into the ocean the US isn't buying anything. What is here is fine because it's flavor for the companies. You've seen supermarket tabloids, haven't you? how often do they feature a "SHOCKING" story that only serves to make heavily biased points. Car & Driver isn't at that point....yet... and that is more inline with what happens here.

Or will once I get a chance to write some reviews.

 

[Legro]

Levels of contempt are rapidly rising. Does anyone have ANY QUESTIONS about how this game works in ANY ASPECT?

ANYONE??????

I have. Are my updated R&D costs right?

 

[BKGlover]

I have. Are my updated R&D costs right?

Let me check...

(tapping like mad)

...Everything looks good to me. Thank you.

 

[Legro]

Legro Motors changes B-7 to A-6.

 

[GranTurismo916]

Levels of contempt are rapidly rising. Does anyone have ANY QUESTIONS about how this game works in ANY ASPECT?

ANYONE??????

Am I doing something wrong?

 

[BKGlover]

No, I think Aryeesport is pretty squared away for now.

 

[DurWinning]

The 616 Sport is now on sale in the U.S and Germany. Information on the 616 Sport can now be found on page 23.

 

[titleguy1]

R&D:

RR2TT (60%) - 720 Cr.
RR13TT (60%) - 240 Cr.
R13SC (60%) - 360 Cr.
RR20SC (60%) - 360 Cr.
Berlina 6-speed Manual (60%) - 92 Cr.
Arachnid 4WD system (60%) - 392 Cr.
Arachnid Semi-Automatic 6-Speed (60%) - 272 Cr.
Arachnid Body (60%): 120 Cr.
Berlina Body (60%): 120 Cr.

Price: 2,676 Cr.
109,607 - 2,676 = 106,931
Remaining funds: 106,931 Cr.​

 

[chef211]

Brand name: Starboard Motors
Logo(optional):
Headquarters Location: Miami, Florida
CEO: chef211
Company Focus(ex. Supercars, SUV's, etc., optional): Luxury Sedans, SUVS and Hatchbacks with some niche supercars
Factory Locations: Ketchikan,Alaska, Barcelona, Spain, Seattle, Washington
Nations Served: USA, Europe, Asia
Number of Car Models: (be sure to fill the form out for new car models) 2

Model Name: Starboard Zuiderdam
Trim Levels: Aruba, Curacao, Livorno, Valetta
Body Style(s):4-door luxury full-size Sedan
Engine(s): 3.8 L 380 hp V6- Z19, 5.7 L 430 hp V8- R19
Drivetrain(s): FR
Transmission(s): 8-speed Automatic
Production Factory: Barcelona, Spain
Description (optional, but helpful): Starboard’s full-size sedan, the Zuiderdam has luxury in it’s name and heritage. The Zuiderdam Aruba and Curacao have the base 3.8L 380 hp Z19 V6, while the two upper level trims, Zuiderdam Livorno and Valletta use the V8.
Cost of Development: 850 cr
Nations sold: USA, Europe

Picture: Zuiderdam Curacao shown in Rotterdam Blue

· Zuiderdam and Zaandam are the names of ships in Holland America Line’s Fleet

Model Name: Starboard Zaandam
Trim Levels: Vancouver, Ushuaia, Juneau, Glacier Bay, Cabo San Lucas
Body Style(s): 4-door Luxury Compact Sports Sedan
Engine(s): 1.6 L 150 hp I4- Z13, 2.4 L 200 hp I4- Z132, 3.6 L 250 hp V6- detuned Z19 badged as Z136
Drivetrain(s): FF
Transmission(s): 6-speed Automatic,8 speed automatic
Production Factory: Ketchikan, Alaska
Description (optional, but helpful): Starboard’s entry level mid-size sedan, the Zaandam is elegant and luxurious yet has sporty characteristics at the same time. The Zaandam is available in 5 trim levels, the Vancouver, Ushuaia, Juneau, Glacier Bay and the top of the line Cabo San Lucas. The Zaandam Vancouver and Ushuaia have the base 1.6 L 150 hp Z13 I4, the mid level trim, the Zaandam Juneau has the upgraded Z132 2.4L I4 while the two upper level trims, Zaandam Glacier Bay and Cabo San Lucas use the detuned V6.
Cost of Development: 750 cr
Nations sold: USA, Europe

Picture- Zaandam Glacier Bay in Canaletto

Credits Left: 400 cr

 

[titleguy1]

Car and Driver's Big-Test Results are IN:

2015 Nissan GT-R Nismo
Highs:
Track-friendly dynamics, gobs of grip, member of the 600-hp club.

Lows:
Big surcharge, rigid ride, a more aggro GT-R is coming.

Verdict:
Fast and Furious, but at a price.

2015 Porsche 911 Turbo S
Highs:
Faster than falling off a building.

Lows:
Powerball odds are terrible.

Verdict:
A rocket in disguise, reflected on it's price tag.

2015 Rennen Arachnid R
Highs:
Beautiful handling, silky engine, pretty interior and exterior, sounds AMAZING.

Lows:
Harsh ride, you have to wait for a manual, how does such a small engine get such bad fuel economy?!

Verdict:
The best rotary car ever made, if you ignore the economy.

2016 Chevrolet Corvette
Unfortunately, we were not able to retrieve one during the testing. We waited too early. Sorry for the inconvenience.

2015 Knight Industries K1500
Highs:
Feels like the 911 Turbo S to drive, Silky Transmission, nice exterior, also sounds amazing.

Lows:
Feels like the Toyota Corolla if you're not driving fast, rotaries and fuel economy don't mix.

Verdict:
So close to the Arachnid, but needs polishing. The economy is better, however.

2015 Aquila Motors Ace
Highs:
Sounds like an Aston, feels like an Aston, goes faster than an Aston, drives better than an Aston, Looks like a Jag.

Lows:
Costs more than an Aston, has classic Brit electrics.

Verdict:
You need a lot of money to buy it. And even more to fix it.

2015 21 Motorsports R300 R
Highs:
Best steering in-test, and maybe ever, smoothest 6-cylinder ever, 6-speed manual by Honda's Civic Si (that is a compliment).

Lows:
Slowest car in-test in all aspects, tires don't grip enough, not enough options.

Verdict:
The handling alone is to die for. But it's also quite slow.

Placement:

6: Nissan GT-R Nismo - Uber-fast, but that's about all.
3 (tie): 21 Motorsports R300 R - While one of the best handling cars ever, it can't compare to others as a hypercar.
3 (tie): Porsche 911 Turbo S - It's very fast indeed. It's options list is also larger than the Empire State Building.
3 (tie): Aquila Motors Ace - One of the most beautiful cars ever, with the Jag E-Type. But it breaks down so often.
2: Knight Industries K1500 - It's very fun indeed, and it's well-rounded. but it feels... flabby.
Winner: Rennen Arachnid R - It only won by 1 point. Is it really worth it? Yes.

Disclaimer: While the ranking are as they are, every editor rated it differently. Nobody agreed completely with this list. However, we decided on this using elimination, but even then it was difficult. 1st and 3rd were only separated by 4 points, which is as close as close gets. So, nobody here is the true loser. All cars are the winner here.

Nissan GT-R: 217 Points
R300, 911, Ace: 230 Points
Knight K1500: 232 Points
Rennen Arachnid: 233 Points