General Car Talk Discussion Thread
#4001
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all good
this is discussion, what this is for
this is discussion, what this is for
#4003
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I'll see if I can find them
Edit: pictures in link
http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/wha...like-614174038
I'd buy one. Makes me wish I held out on buying a new car, but it's not the car I need right now
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#4004
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Thanks srika.
That Mercedes is
at the $30M though
That Mercedes is
at the $30M though
#4005
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CM, Focus not doing so hot?
I'm not a huge fan of the hatchback's shape. That swoopy rear looks like it chops a ton of trunk space, which is much of the appeal of the hatchback's shape. Maybe it'd look better in 3-door?
I'm not a huge fan of the hatchback's shape. That swoopy rear looks like it chops a ton of trunk space, which is much of the appeal of the hatchback's shape. Maybe it'd look better in 3-door?
#4006
Fahrvergnügen'd
The good thing about hatches is that if you need more space, you can drop the seats. My Focus is definitely smaller inside than my Jetta wagon was, but it's still far more practical than a sedan. I don't know that 3 doors vs 5 would make much difference. In the Golf/GTI it doesn't seem to.
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Not from a practicality standpoint, but I think the shape lends itself to a 3-door more than a 5-door.
Still would love to have a go in one, and if the 6 is any indication, the interior will be much-improved.
Still would love to have a go in one, and if the 6 is any indication, the interior will be much-improved.
#4008
Suzuka Master
Yea its just a render
Still though it shows that this car has major potential. I think it looks really good even the regular 3.
Looks like life is gonna get harder between deciding between the GTI and FRS lol, although I'm basically GTI at this point.
I can't wait to buy my first car!!! gonna be so exciting! Got about a year left assuming I'm able to wait for the GTI.
First things first, I need to get job come December
Still though it shows that this car has major potential. I think it looks really good even the regular 3.
Looks like life is gonna get harder between deciding between the GTI and FRS lol, although I'm basically GTI at this point.
I can't wait to buy my first car!!! gonna be so exciting! Got about a year left assuming I'm able to wait for the GTI.
First things first, I need to get job come December
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#4009
Suzuka Master
Here are some interior shots of the 2014 Mazda 3.
THey do look much improved I think.
This color of seats is ugly...
Okk so I just saw the back side of this car for the first time... and I'm not a huge fan of it lol
THey do look much improved I think.
This color of seats is ugly...
Okk so I just saw the back side of this car for the first time... and I'm not a huge fan of it lol
#4010
Suzuka Master
cant believe he did this
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#4012
We sold our red one with 706 miles for $384K & have a brand new one for $390K with under 100 delivery miles. If there is any LFA that could command such a price outside of the Nurburgring, it would either be the only Two-Tone pained example, or the infamous Fresh Green model.
The cars just aren't old enough to start appreciating in value yet.
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Whats up with RDX owners?
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Not all motorcyclists are bad
#4014
2024 Honda Civic Type R
Anyone interested in a 2008 Toyota Prius Touring (Navi, premium sound, HIDs, etc) with 43k miles? It's in good condition, and averages 49MPG. Looks like my mom decided on a new car so my dad is going to sell it. Asking KBB price for it.
#4015
Suzuka Master
I hear civicdrivr loves prius's, you should def PM him
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Phil, did you put a thread up in the classifieds? Not sure many of us are in the Prius' target market. What did your mother decide on?
Scored some springs for the Jetta at a show yesterday. If I can find a good set of shocks, bushings, and associated hardware, it might be lowered soon!
Phil, did you put a thread up in the classifieds? Not sure many of us are in the Prius' target market. What did your mother decide on?
Scored some springs for the Jetta at a show yesterday. If I can find a good set of shocks, bushings, and associated hardware, it might be lowered soon!
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Dat Aventador Roadster.
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http://autofluence.com/autos/foreign...llegal-in-usa/
Foreign Cars That Are Illegal in USA
18 Jul 2013
by Caitlin Duffy
1987 BMW M6 (auto-word.com)
For those who simply can’t get their car fix in the American auto market, foreign markets offer a variety of vehicles unlike Uncle Sam’s favorites. However, if you continue to live in the US but have an extreme affinity for importing cars, there are some forbidden fruits you may never be able to taste.
There’s no question about the fact that the United States car market is missing some key European players. Whether due to lack of market interest, inability to comply with American safety regulations and emissions standards, or the simple inability to fund the import process, thousands of cars are produced every year that will never get the chance to burn rubber on Highway 52 or down US-1.
For fans and collectors with adequate time and money, there are ways around this. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that if a car is not being imported by a business entity, that is, if a private citizen plans the import, there are certain stipulations that must be met. These vehicles can be imported for show and display, provided they meet the following requirements:
Of course, there are plenty of cars that do not meet those requirements. But the NHTSA has done applicants a favor and crafted a list of cars that are definitely not approved for import. However, there is a clause stating that cars over 25 years old are exempt from show and display regulations, meaning many of these could be pulled off the list rather soon.
As of May 28, 2013, these are THE BANNED ONES:
1995 Audi RS2 Avant
Manufactured between March 1994 and July 1995, the Audi RS2 Avant is the first car on the NHTSA’s list of cars deemed ineligible for import, even under Show and Display Regulations. The 6-speed manual was a collaboration between Audi and Porsche, and has been argued to be the car that successfully established Audi as a producer of practical high-performance cars. The 2.2L 5-cylinder 20v turbo engine can push these wagons from 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and top out at a max speed of around 162 mph. Unfortunately for fans in the US of A, the only way to own one of these is to establish residency in another country. Or defect to Canada.
1990 BMW M3 Sport Evolution III
With only 600 ever made, the third M3 Sport Evolution featured a 2.5 L engine designed to compete against Audi’s v8. With the creation of the M3 line, BMW designed a new 4-cylinder engine to replace 6 cylinder being used in the E30, which was too long to fit inside a car designed for every-day use. The stock engine created an easy 200 bhp, with the competition spec engine putting out 300 bhp at 8,000 rpm. Though listed as one of the NHTSA’s banned cars under Show and Display regulations, this should be exempt from the restrictions after 2015.
1993 Jaguar XJ220-S
The Jaguar XJ220-S only had 6 examples that were produced, but that was enough for the NHTSA to ban them from the United States. The S model was designed to be a street-legal version of the XJ220-C racer. The hidden headlights of the XJ220 were removed in the S model, as well as the base model’s leather trimming. The car’s engine was tuned to produce a neckbreaking 690 hp.
1993 Lamborghini Strosek Diablo
Designer Vittorio Strosek took the famous Lamborghini Diablo and modified its body, thinking it was too subtle. Modifications included the replacement of the front and rear bumper with much rounder versions, replaced headlights and turn signals, side mirrors that were places high up on the doors, and much more.
(comp.co.uk)
1996-2001 Lotus Elise S1 and the 2000 340R
Despite an output of only 118 bhp, the Lotus Elise S1 was able to accelerate from 0 to 60 in 5.8 seconds due to its 1,600 lb weight. Capable of speeds up to 150 mph, the Elise was named after Elisa, the granddaughter of the company chairman at the time of release, Romano Aritoli. The 340R was released as a limited edition model of the Elise, with only 340 ever produced. The name 340R originally referred to the power-weight ratio of the prototype, which churned out 177 bhp at a weight of 1,100 lbs. It later came to refer to the number produced when the final production found the car at a weight of 1,550 lbs.
lemans62.org.uk
2002 Morgan Le Mans ’62 Prototype
In 2002, Morgan created 80 limited edition anniversary models of the 1962 Le Mans, as well as one prototype. Each came with its number engraved on both the steering wheel and on a plaque in the console, with the prototype detailed as car “00.” Once the line was launched, all 80 vehicles were allocated to owners within 72 hours. The cars are as accurate as possible to the original model, including the installation of only one door handle, on the driver’s side.
flipacars.com
1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R V-spec
Rival to the Toyota Supra and Mazda RX-7, the Nissan R34 GT-R V-spec boasted some of the most advanced technology that a 1999 car could. It was one of the first to introduce a display screen on the dashboard that listed various statistics about the engine and car during operation, including a reading of the amount of G-forces the car was experiencing. The driver’s seat had a computer jack hidden under its seat skirt to enable uploading information from the car’s system to a laptop for analysis. A quick search around the internet instantly shows the Skyline to be the most hotly requested model of the NHSTA’s banned list. Other banned Skylines are the 1995 GTS-T, R32 GT-R’s built between 1989 and 1994, the 1995 R33 GT-R, 1995 and 1996 R33 GT-R V-spec’s, the 1994 R34, the 1999 R34 GT-T and the 2001 R34 25GT-T.
Other cars that are ineligible for import, as outlined by the NHTSA’s May 28, 2013 list, for show and display are listed here, alphabetized by make:
1995 Aprila Moto 6.5
1993 Bancroft Roadster
2005 Beijing Automotive Industrial Holding Rodedawg
1989 BMW Cabriolet
1987 BMW M6
1998-2009 Chevrolet Jimny
1985 Citroen 2CV Dolly
2005 Crosslander 244X
2000 Daimler-Chrysler Smart Car
2000 Fiat 126 P
2008 Fiat 500 Abarth
1980-1983 Hesketh V1000
1991-1996 Honda Beat
1997-2000 Honda Civic Type-R
1989 Honda CRX Exclusive
1988 Jaguar XJ12 Saloon
2000-2001 Land Rover Defender 130
1992 Mazda Cosmo
2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Tommi Makinen Edition RD- RHD
1990-1991 Nissan Figaro
1991 Nissan Pulsar
1991 Pegaso Z-103
1989 Porsche 959 S
1990 Porsche 962 RLR
1992 Porsche 964 RS
1990 Porsche Carrera 4 Lightweight
1983 Robin Hood S7
1995, 1998-2000 Rover Mini Cooper
1990 Rover Mini Cooper RSP / LE
2012 Skoda Fabia Greenline II
2002 Smart Crossblade
1987 Toyota Carina
1991 Toyota Sera
1994 Toyota Supra
1981 Trabant 601-S
1989 Trabant P601
1981 Triumph Bonneville M/C
1996-2006 TVR Sagaris, T350, Tuscan, Cerbera
2000 Volkswagen Beetle (Old Style)
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (Ultima Edition)
2004 Volkswagen Beetle (Ultima Edition)
1990 Volkswagen Corrado Magnum Sport Kombi
1986 Volkswagen Type 2 Vanagon Double Cab Pickup Truck
1985 Zastava Fica
18 Jul 2013
by Caitlin Duffy
1987 BMW M6 (auto-word.com)
For those who simply can’t get their car fix in the American auto market, foreign markets offer a variety of vehicles unlike Uncle Sam’s favorites. However, if you continue to live in the US but have an extreme affinity for importing cars, there are some forbidden fruits you may never be able to taste.
There’s no question about the fact that the United States car market is missing some key European players. Whether due to lack of market interest, inability to comply with American safety regulations and emissions standards, or the simple inability to fund the import process, thousands of cars are produced every year that will never get the chance to burn rubber on Highway 52 or down US-1.
For fans and collectors with adequate time and money, there are ways around this. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) states that if a car is not being imported by a business entity, that is, if a private citizen plans the import, there are certain stipulations that must be met. These vehicles can be imported for show and display, provided they meet the following requirements:
- No other vehicle of the same make, model, and model year was manufactured and/or certified for sale in the United States.
- No other vehicle of the same make, model, and model year has been determined eligible for importation under 49 CFR Part 593, which pertains to importation of vehicles by business entities.
- The vehicle is not currently in production.
- Less than 500 of the vehicles were produced, unless it is proven to the NHTSA that the vehicle is of extreme technological and/or historical importance
- The vehicle was not created as a kit car, replica, or special construction vehicle.
Of course, there are plenty of cars that do not meet those requirements. But the NHTSA has done applicants a favor and crafted a list of cars that are definitely not approved for import. However, there is a clause stating that cars over 25 years old are exempt from show and display regulations, meaning many of these could be pulled off the list rather soon.
As of May 28, 2013, these are THE BANNED ONES:
1995 Audi RS2 Avant
Manufactured between March 1994 and July 1995, the Audi RS2 Avant is the first car on the NHTSA’s list of cars deemed ineligible for import, even under Show and Display Regulations. The 6-speed manual was a collaboration between Audi and Porsche, and has been argued to be the car that successfully established Audi as a producer of practical high-performance cars. The 2.2L 5-cylinder 20v turbo engine can push these wagons from 0 to 60 in 4.8 seconds and top out at a max speed of around 162 mph. Unfortunately for fans in the US of A, the only way to own one of these is to establish residency in another country. Or defect to Canada.
1990 BMW M3 Sport Evolution III
With only 600 ever made, the third M3 Sport Evolution featured a 2.5 L engine designed to compete against Audi’s v8. With the creation of the M3 line, BMW designed a new 4-cylinder engine to replace 6 cylinder being used in the E30, which was too long to fit inside a car designed for every-day use. The stock engine created an easy 200 bhp, with the competition spec engine putting out 300 bhp at 8,000 rpm. Though listed as one of the NHTSA’s banned cars under Show and Display regulations, this should be exempt from the restrictions after 2015.
1993 Jaguar XJ220-S
The Jaguar XJ220-S only had 6 examples that were produced, but that was enough for the NHTSA to ban them from the United States. The S model was designed to be a street-legal version of the XJ220-C racer. The hidden headlights of the XJ220 were removed in the S model, as well as the base model’s leather trimming. The car’s engine was tuned to produce a neckbreaking 690 hp.
1993 Lamborghini Strosek Diablo
Designer Vittorio Strosek took the famous Lamborghini Diablo and modified its body, thinking it was too subtle. Modifications included the replacement of the front and rear bumper with much rounder versions, replaced headlights and turn signals, side mirrors that were places high up on the doors, and much more.
(comp.co.uk)
1996-2001 Lotus Elise S1 and the 2000 340R
Despite an output of only 118 bhp, the Lotus Elise S1 was able to accelerate from 0 to 60 in 5.8 seconds due to its 1,600 lb weight. Capable of speeds up to 150 mph, the Elise was named after Elisa, the granddaughter of the company chairman at the time of release, Romano Aritoli. The 340R was released as a limited edition model of the Elise, with only 340 ever produced. The name 340R originally referred to the power-weight ratio of the prototype, which churned out 177 bhp at a weight of 1,100 lbs. It later came to refer to the number produced when the final production found the car at a weight of 1,550 lbs.
lemans62.org.uk
2002 Morgan Le Mans ’62 Prototype
In 2002, Morgan created 80 limited edition anniversary models of the 1962 Le Mans, as well as one prototype. Each came with its number engraved on both the steering wheel and on a plaque in the console, with the prototype detailed as car “00.” Once the line was launched, all 80 vehicles were allocated to owners within 72 hours. The cars are as accurate as possible to the original model, including the installation of only one door handle, on the driver’s side.
flipacars.com
1999 Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R V-spec
Rival to the Toyota Supra and Mazda RX-7, the Nissan R34 GT-R V-spec boasted some of the most advanced technology that a 1999 car could. It was one of the first to introduce a display screen on the dashboard that listed various statistics about the engine and car during operation, including a reading of the amount of G-forces the car was experiencing. The driver’s seat had a computer jack hidden under its seat skirt to enable uploading information from the car’s system to a laptop for analysis. A quick search around the internet instantly shows the Skyline to be the most hotly requested model of the NHSTA’s banned list. Other banned Skylines are the 1995 GTS-T, R32 GT-R’s built between 1989 and 1994, the 1995 R33 GT-R, 1995 and 1996 R33 GT-R V-spec’s, the 1994 R34, the 1999 R34 GT-T and the 2001 R34 25GT-T.
Other cars that are ineligible for import, as outlined by the NHTSA’s May 28, 2013 list, for show and display are listed here, alphabetized by make:
1995 Aprila Moto 6.5
1993 Bancroft Roadster
2005 Beijing Automotive Industrial Holding Rodedawg
1989 BMW Cabriolet
1987 BMW M6
1998-2009 Chevrolet Jimny
1985 Citroen 2CV Dolly
2005 Crosslander 244X
2000 Daimler-Chrysler Smart Car
2000 Fiat 126 P
2008 Fiat 500 Abarth
1980-1983 Hesketh V1000
1991-1996 Honda Beat
1997-2000 Honda Civic Type-R
1989 Honda CRX Exclusive
1988 Jaguar XJ12 Saloon
2000-2001 Land Rover Defender 130
1992 Mazda Cosmo
2000 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Tommi Makinen Edition RD- RHD
1990-1991 Nissan Figaro
1991 Nissan Pulsar
1991 Pegaso Z-103
1989 Porsche 959 S
1990 Porsche 962 RLR
1992 Porsche 964 RS
1990 Porsche Carrera 4 Lightweight
1983 Robin Hood S7
1995, 1998-2000 Rover Mini Cooper
1990 Rover Mini Cooper RSP / LE
2012 Skoda Fabia Greenline II
2002 Smart Crossblade
1987 Toyota Carina
1991 Toyota Sera
1994 Toyota Supra
1981 Trabant 601-S
1989 Trabant P601
1981 Triumph Bonneville M/C
1996-2006 TVR Sagaris, T350, Tuscan, Cerbera
2000 Volkswagen Beetle (Old Style)
2003 Volkswagen Beetle (Ultima Edition)
2004 Volkswagen Beetle (Ultima Edition)
1990 Volkswagen Corrado Magnum Sport Kombi
1986 Volkswagen Type 2 Vanagon Double Cab Pickup Truck
1985 Zastava Fica
#4027
Truly saddens me that we never had the Skyline stateside when Canada had them
You'd never know by how much vitriol I spew at the current GT-R but I'm one of the biggest Skyline fanboys out there. In every Gran Turismo/Forza game I usually bought the R32, R33, R34 GT-R as well as the variants.
A lot of nice vehicles on that list though.
You'd never know by how much vitriol I spew at the current GT-R but I'm one of the biggest Skyline fanboys out there. In every Gran Turismo/Forza game I usually bought the R32, R33, R34 GT-R as well as the variants.
A lot of nice vehicles on that list though.
#4028
Fahrvergnügen'd
From what I've read, we can thank Mercedes for this bullshit law. They were afraid of the grey market so they lobbied to have this law put in place (and continue to lobby for it even though it affects cars that are two or three generations old).
#4029
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Thread Starter
why is the '87 M6 on the list? as far as I remember, it was sold stateside but with lower hp (256 vs 286, I believe). did the US version become illegal later on?
#4030
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Thread Starter
wow didn't know it got such sh*tty mileage!!
1987 M6 2 DOOR COUPE
Engine: 6 cylinder, 3.5 Liter, 256 hp
MPG: 10 city / 19 highway
Weight: 3,420 lbs.
Seating: 4
HP: 256 @ 6500 rpm.
Torque: 243 @ 4500 rpm.
Length: 193.8 "
Original Price: $57,000
Engine: 6 cylinder, 3.5 Liter, 256 hp
MPG: 10 city / 19 highway
Weight: 3,420 lbs.
Seating: 4
HP: 256 @ 6500 rpm.
Torque: 243 @ 4500 rpm.
Length: 193.8 "
Original Price: $57,000
#4032
The article also contradicts itself by saying that cars with under 500 units can be imported under show & display. It then goes on to say the XJ220-S of which 6 are made (& was somehow banned for that alone?), is however banned from show & display. That would make sense if the XJ220 was for sale here & the XJ220-S wasn't, but that wasn't the case; TWR built 6 for whoever could afford them.
In fact, 2 of those 6 cars are in the US & reside in SoCal. 1 in the Marconi Museum, & this one that made it to auction in Arizona last year.
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RPhilMan1 (07-19-2013)
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^^ thanks for the info Rick..
Jerry Seinfeld's
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#4035
So, Jerry does have a spot in his giant, Porsche-filled heart for a Miura.
Wonder if it'll be on Comedians in Cars getting Coffee.
Wonder if it'll be on Comedians in Cars getting Coffee.
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Rick_TL-S (07-21-2013)
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Rick_TL-S (07-21-2013)
#4038
Awesome! And with a favorite comedian of mine.
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oh that was great! I'd heard about the Comedians doing Coffee thing but never seen the actual thing until now. And my gosh I found it to be 1000x funnier than Jay Leno's garage.
oh also noticed, the Miura was borrowed from a dealership. Must be nice!
oh also noticed, the Miura was borrowed from a dealership. Must be nice!
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looking forward to snapping some photos at this drift event next Sunday, first time going to one