READ THE OP! GTP Cool Wall Nomination Thread [Always accepting more cars!]

[GranTurismo916]

but make the poll length 4 days.

No, because that will skew results.

 

[mustafur]

Alright, there's been a constant 60+ cars in the queue lately and I've been getting requests to step up the polling. So here's how we're going to do this:

> Like this post if I should poll 2 cars every other day (like I've been doing already).
> Send me a PM if I should poll 3 cars every other day.
> Quote this post and say "third option" if I should poll 2 cars every day.

This will go on until 6 AM EST tomorrow (1/22/15).

3rd option.

 

[Ken]

Alright, there's been a constant 60+ cars in the queue lately and I've been getting requests to step up the polling. So here's how we're going to do this:

> Like this post if I should poll 2 cars every other day (like I've been doing already).
> Send me a PM if I should poll 3 cars every other day.
> Quote this post and say "third option" if I should poll 2 cars every day.

This will go on until 6 AM EST tomorrow (1/22/15).

third option

 

[Legro]

Alright, there's been a constant 60+ cars in the queue lately and I've been getting requests to step up the polling. So here's how we're going to do this:

> Like this post if I should poll 2 cars every other day (like I've been doing already).
> Send me a PM if I should poll 3 cars every other day.
> Quote this post and say "third option" if I should poll 2 cars every day.

This will go on until 6 AM EST tomorrow (1/22/15).

Third option.

 

[Spacegoat]

Alright, there's been a constant 60+ cars in the queue lately and I've been getting requests to step up the polling. So here's how we're going to do this:

> Like this post if I should poll 2 cars every other day (like I've been doing already).
> Send me a PM if I should poll 3 cars every other day.
> Quote this post and say "third option" if I should poll 2 cars every day.

This will go on until 6 AM EST tomorrow (1/22/15).

Third option. 👍

 

[SVX]

I went against the grain and PM'd him. I thought I'd should show why I have done so: (quoted due to being what I sent to @GranTurismo916

I feel having them everyday will just clog up the forum with nothing but cool wall threads, leaving other threads getting buried in them. I also think having a rest day of polling threads is a good idea as it allows discussion in the threads happen for a bit, which I feel is the best part of the cool wall threads as I actually learn a lot about the cars in the process.

 

[SomePlayaDude]

It seems like a whole pile of work, but having the Cool Wall as a separate section on this forum would be nice.

 

[SomePlayaDude]

YO! SPD, WHY YOU DOUBLE POST?!

Calm down, buddy. Here's why!


"And with the wind ripping new configurations in your eyebrows and the engine in full honk, you're not going to give one whit about absent windows or door handles. Because this Viper is one of the most exciting rides since Ben Hur discovered the chariot."

1992-1995 Dodge Viper RT/10​

Sources: This and this.


Production Year: 1992-1995

Body Style: 2-door coupe.

Price: $55,630

Engine: 8 liter, OHV, SMPI V10

Power Output: 400 Horsepower

Torque: 465 lb ft

Top speed: 165 MPH (264 KM/H)

0-60: 4.6 seconds

Transmission: 6-speed overdrive manual

Length: 4448 mm (175.1 in)

Width: 1924 mm (75.7 in)

Height: 1117 mm (44 in)

Weight: 1488 kg

Tires: Michelin XGT-Z (P275/40ZR17 front, P335/35ZR17 rear)

Drivetrain: Front Engined, Rear Wheel Drive.

My Take On This: Did i ever tell you America needs a chance on just inching on Kelvin's Ice Box? And why not with one of the cars Carroll Shelby had a go with that's not a Mustang? Besides, something tells me your nostalgia goggles are on..

 

[GranTurismo916]

but having the Cool Wall as a separate section on this forum would be nice.

It really would.

So, anyway, the third option definitely won. There will be two cool wall posts every day until the queue gets down to around 40-45 ish.

 

[GranTurismo916]

Okay then.

1949–1951 Mercury Eight

Body Style: 2 door coupe, 2 door convertible, 2 door wagon, 4 door sedan
Engine: 4.2L V8, 110hp, 200 lbs/ft
Weight: 1600–1800kg
Transmission: 3 speed manual
Drivetrain: Front engine, rear wheel drive
Additional Information: The Merc is a very popular base for lead sleds.

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-1949-1951-mecury-eight.322961/

2004+ Covini C6W

Body Style: 2-door Coupe
Engine: 4.2L NA V8
Power Output: 434 HP
Torque: 350 ft.lbs
Weight: 1150 Kg
Transmission: 6 speed manual
Drivetrain: Mid Engine, Rear Wheel Drive
Additional Information: Inspired by the Tyrrell P34. The project was started in 1974, but abandoned in the 80s due to a lack of low profile tires. In 2003, the project was revived, and in 2004 the C6W prototype was shown. In 2005, a slightly revised version debuted at the Geneva Motor Show, going into a limited production of 6-8 per year. The V8 motor is built by Audi, and the car has a top speed of 186 MPH

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-2004-covini-c6w.322962/

 

[buickgnx88]

Well since my last suggestion is being polled, time for the next nomination!

1969-1972 Chevy K5 Blazer

Body Style: 2-Door Body-On-Frame SUV
Engine: 250ci (4.1L) I6, 292ci (4.8L) I6, 307ci (5.0L) V8, 350ci (5.7L) V8
Power Output: 250: 110hp, 292: 125hp, 307: 135hp, 350: 170hp
Torque: 250: 190 lb-ft, 292: 220 lb-ft, 307: 225 lb-ft, 350: 275 lb-ft
Weight: 1668kg for 6-cylinder, 1727kg for 8-cylinder
Transmission: 3-speed Manual, 4-speed Manual, 3-speed Automatic
Drivetrain: Front engine, RWD (1970-1972) or 4WD
Additional Information: Was designed to combine the off-road capabilities of a vehicle like the Ford Bronco, with the "luxuries" found in pickup trucks such as A/C and an automatic transmission.

 

[Sage Ages]

1979-1981 Chrysler New Yorker

Body Style: 4-door sedan
Engine: 5.2l V8 (120 hp, 245 lbs/ft), 5.9l V8 (150 hp, 255 lbs/ft)
Weight: 1778-1796kg
Transmission: 3 speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front engine, rear wheel drive

I'm not completely sure these specs are correct. If something needs to be corrected, please let me know.

 

[synchromesh]

1979-1981 Chrysler New Yorker

Body Style: 4-door sedan
Engine: 5.2l V8 (120 hp, 245 lbs/ft), 5.9l V8 (150 hp, 255 lbs/ft)
Weight: 1778-1796kg
Transmission: 3 speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front engine, rear wheel drive

I'm not completely sure these specs are correct. If something needs to be corrected, please let me know.

Slight language warning.

 

[Sage Ages]

It's not the same car.

 

[synchromesh]

It's not the same car.

Just reminded me of the video, thought you would enjoy it.

 

[GranTurismo916]

2005-2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

Body Style: 2-door, two-seater hardtop convertible
Engine: 5.4L V8
Power Output: 355-365hp, 390hp for Black Series
Torque: 380-385 lb-ft
Weight: Roughly 1540kg (1500kg for Black Series)
Transmission: 7-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain: FR
Additional Information: 0-60 in 4.3 seconds, was the first AMG model to receive the "Black Series" makeover.

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-2005-2011-mercedes-benz-slk55-amg.322991/

1969-1973 Isuzu Bellett GT-R

Body Style: 2 door coupe.
Engine: 1.6 litre naturally aspirated straight 4.
Power: 118hp.
Torque: 105lb/ft
Weight: 970kg
Transmission: 4 speed manual
Drivetrain: Front engined rear wheel drive
Additional information: Only around 1,400 GT-R's were produced.​

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-1969-1973-isuzu-bellett-gt-r.322992/

 

[GranTurismo916]

1955-1957 Chevrolet 210

Body Style: 4 door sedan, 2 door coupe, 2 door hardtop, 4 door hardtop, 2 door wagon, 4 door wagon
Engine: 3.9l inline 6, 123-140 hp 207 lbs/ft, 4.3l V8, 162-195 hp 257 lbs/ft , 4.6l V8, 185-283 hp 275-300 lbs/ft
Weight: 1500-1630kg
Transmission: 3 speed manual, 2 speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front engine, rear wheel drive
Additional Information: This was the mid range model between the 150 and the Bel Air.

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-1955-1957-chevrolet-210.323035/

Time to see if the Miura will finally get a mate!


An engineering tour de force of awe-inspiring power and ability, the 1987-88 Porsche 959 was the "everything car" enthusiasts dream about - the one that can do it all.

1986 - 1989 Porsche 959​

Source.


The Porsche 959 was one of the 80’s ultimate supercars and may also be considered as the first car of the supercar species. 959 also stands for the superb technology platform in which the latest technical innovations from the famous Porsche development centre Weissach were included. It’s only rival at the time was another legend: the radical lightweight bi-turbocharged Ferrari F40.


Production Year: 1986 - 1989

Body Style: 2-door Coupe (uberwagen i.e the Beetle's class of car)

Price: $225,000

Engine: 2.85 liter, twin-turbo flat 6, boxer engine.

Power Output: 450 Horsepower

Torque: 370 lb ft

Top speed: 195 MPH (314 KM/H)

0-60: 3.7 seconds

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Length: 4,260 mm (168 in)

Width: 1,840 mm (72 in)

Height: 1,280 mm (50 in)

Weight: 1,450 kg

Tires: Bridgestone RE71 Denloc, especially made for the 959.

Drivetrain: Rear engined, 4 Wheel Drive.

My Take On This: There aren't enough Porsches on the list. Here you go! Have fun putting it next (or above) the F40!

https://www.gtplanet.net/forum/threads/gtp-cool-wall-1986-1989-porsche-959.323036/

 

[mustafur]

Best to check if any double postings after the Chev 210 debacle.

 

[Sage Ages]

Does this mean I get a refund?

 

[mustafur]

Does this mean I get a refund?

I doubt it, rule #2:

• Do not nominate any of the exact same vehicles that have already been polled.

 

[Sage Ages]

I didn't know it was nominated. I do dumb things like that.

 

[mustafur]

I didn't know it was nominated. I do dumb things like that.

To be fair, there are plenty of cars up and it was a submodel of 2, sucks that it took this long for it to be noticed though lol.

 

[Roger the Horse]

I personally think it should have been allowed. The original poll was effectively for the Bel Air, the fact that Chevrolet's other saloon cars of the time were lumped in seems a little unfair. Either way I think Custom should be allowed another nomination.

 

[GranTurismo916]

I personally think it should have been allowed. The original poll was effectively for the Bel Air, the fact that Chevrolet's other saloon cars of the time were lumped in seems a little unfair. Either way I think Custom should be allowed another nomination.

I'm definitely allowing another nomination. It's also the curator's job (or jobs, because I was only assistant at the time this nomination was made) to check whether nominations have been polled or not. I'll even post it today if @Custom878 posts a new nomination today.

 

[Sage Ages]

Thanks. I'll have it up in a bit.

 

[Yauma9]

1990-Present Nissan Tsuru (Sentra B13)

Body Style: 2/4-Door Sedan
Engine: 1.6L I4 DOHC GA16DNE
Power Output: 105 HP
Torque: 102 lb-ft
Weight: Dry weight 946-987kg
Transmission: 5-Speed manual
Drivetrain: Front engine, front wheel drive
Additional Information: The Mexican special, since it's favored by taxi drivers, and more often than not police officers, you can find parts for these everywhere, and it's really easy to fix. Also since it has no driver assists, this is possibly the most engaging car to drive nowadays.

 

[Liquid]

Two cars every day is grossly oversaturating. Lock nominations and just poll whatever is currently on the list in the standard two per week format until the current list has been exhausted. Then reopen nominations, have a bit of a break from polling while nominations pile up again, then relock the nomination thread and repoll the list two per week.

Wash, rinse, repeat.

Like any good television show, the cool wall needs to operate in a seasonal manner and not constantly around the clock. You're killing the novelty with flooding and neutering the interest and excitement with too many threads consecutively.

 

[GranTurismo916]

Two cars every day is grossly oversaturating. Lock nominations and just poll whatever is currently on the list in the standard two per week format until the current list has been exhausted. Then reopen nominations, have a bit of a break from polling while nominations pile up again, then relock the nomination thread and repoll the list two per week.

Wash, rinse, repeat.

Like any good television show, the cool wall needs to operate in a seasonal manner and not constantly around the clock. You're killing the novelty with flooding and neutering the interest and excitement with too many threads consecutively.

This is a good idea, but it's a lot of work on top of what I'm already doing. I could try it, but people are going to have to agree. The majority of cool wall followers seem to think that 2 a day is okay.

 

[Roger the Horse]

I think until we're past the Thanksgiving Special nominations we should keep up a rate of two a day, and then drop back to a slower rate afterwards.

 

[GranTurismo916]

I think until we're past the Thanksgiving Special nominations we should keep up a rate of two a day, and then drop back to a slower rate afterwards.

This is what I was thinking.