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Old 12-31-2013 | 07:46 AM
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That S7 is scary.
Old 12-31-2013 | 11:37 AM
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ugh big petpeeve when people put newer model wheels on older models ...

Old 12-31-2013 | 11:44 AM
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There are some exceptions, but I feel the same way.
Old 12-31-2013 | 12:22 PM
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Old 12-31-2013 | 12:26 PM
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So damn gorgeous.
Old 12-31-2013 | 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumcha
No kidding. The stats are insane for this beast...it's converted to AWD. And the official numbers are:

2282 HP
1737 Torque


Ive always loved the S7, but that thing is a wet dream.
Old 12-31-2013 | 12:38 PM
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have you guys been following the news about the successor to the S7...
Old 12-31-2013 | 12:45 PM
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Old 12-31-2013 | 01:23 PM
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Originally Posted by srika
ugh big petpeeve when people put newer model wheels on older models ...
Never mind all that, look at the V12.
Old 12-31-2013 | 01:28 PM
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did see that also
Old 12-31-2013 | 01:35 PM
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Damn that engine is HUGE
Old 12-31-2013 | 01:53 PM
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Damn that engine is HUGE
That's what she said.
Old 01-02-2014 | 12:59 AM
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New S-Class:

Magic Body Control By using a stereo camera to scan the road surface, the S-Class can prep the suspension to almost completely eliminate body movements at speeds up to 81 mph.
Thats cool
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:21 AM
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Larry Chen (Speedhunters photographer) - year in review

http://www.driftfotos.com/2013/12/a-...nter/#more-697
Old 01-02-2014 | 08:03 AM
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New S-Class:



Thats cool
I think MBC is one of the only option my grandmother's '14 doesn't have.
Old 01-02-2014 | 10:24 AM
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MBC in action:


I wonder how well it'd perform on choppy roads.
Old 01-02-2014 | 10:40 AM
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I want to pick up a new gen S-Class for my mom. I test drove one and it was unreal; so was the price after taxes. She would HAVE to let me drive it when I'm in town.
Old 01-02-2014 | 10:42 AM
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Originally Posted by JS + MS3
Alright. Wife said I can get whatever I want to get.

My final choices:

2014 BRZ Limited
MSRP: $28,727
Quoted Price: $26,112 (1.9% APR)

2013 Mazda MX5 Club Edition
MSRP: $28,155
Quoted Price: $21,148

Used 2011 M3 Convertible 6MT
Mileage: 23,255
Quoted Price: $42,873

Wish me luck. I think it'll go down over the weekend. Scheduled to see all three tomorrow. I'll be perfectly happy with either of these.

Go for the M3... You won't be disappointed...
Old 01-02-2014 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by savage
Go for the M3... You won't be disappointed...
Lol, he went for the BRZ
Old 01-02-2014 | 10:48 AM
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Originally Posted by savage
Go for the M3... You won't be disappointed...
Too late!
Old 01-02-2014 | 12:37 PM
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Originally Posted by asianspec
Lol, he went for the BRZ
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Too late!
Oops...

As I was saying, the BRZ is also an excellent choice!
Old 01-02-2014 | 01:08 PM
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Oops...

As I was saying, the M3 is an excellent choice!
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Old 01-02-2014 | 01:11 PM
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Thanks!

M3 was a beast. It's certainly one of the best cars I've ever driven.
Old 01-02-2014 | 02:58 PM
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Bugatti makes a belt buckle. It costs $84,000.

http://uncrate.com/stuff/bugatti-x-r...n-belt-buckle/



BUGATTI X ROLAND ITEN BELT BUCKLE

Before you ask, no — the Bugatti x Roland Iten Belt Buckle ($84,000) won't help you travel at speeds in excess of 250 miles an hour. But it is made with the same spirit of craftsmanship that's helped Bugatti reign over the super car market for generations. This belt buckle uses a ratcheting mechanism inspired by watchmaking techniques to quickly pull your belt (the leather one that holds up your pants, not the one across your lap) tight without the need for holes. Featuring hand-crafted bridges, cogs, wheels, springs, and pinions, and elements made from titanium, stainless steel, rose gold, and sapphire crystals, and limited to just 44 pieces, it's enough to make gear heads and watch lovers green with envy.
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by JS + BRZ


Thanks!

M3 was a beast. It's certainly one of the best cars I've ever driven.
So, one more time...why did you pass on the M3? Not saying your choice is bad...

But, they are such different cars and the power in the M3...!
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:01 PM
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and they only lose $40k on the sale of each one.
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:02 PM
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To this day, one of the most memorable experiences I ever had behind the wheel was in 2002 in a white SMG M3 I got to test drive...and nearly bought (deposit and all)...before my best friend slapped me out of it.



Number 1 is still the NSX though.
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:12 PM
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Hory shet...We have here a 828-cubic-inch Ford motor that revs to 9,000RPM and produces nearly 2000 HP.



Old 01-02-2014 | 03:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Majofo
and they only lose $40k on the sale of each one.
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by ttribe
He's referring to how the Veyron carries a $1.5m+ price tag, yet VW loses over $6 million on each one sold.

http://jalopnik.com/volkswagen-loses...bug-1426504241

So using the same concept in reference to the belt, Maj is saying that VW is losing on the belt as well.
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Old 01-02-2014 | 03:34 PM
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
He's referring to how the Veyron carries a $1.5m+ price tag, yet VW loses over $6 million on each one sold.

http://jalopnik.com/volkswagen-loses...bug-1426504241

So using the same concept in reference to the belt, Maj is saying that VW is losing on the belt as well.
Thank you...the placement of his post just below the discussion about the M3 (combined with the fact that he didn't quote the Bugatti belt post) threw me off.
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:37 PM
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Thank you...the placement of his post just below the discussion about the M3 (combined with the fact that he didn't quote the Bugatti belt post) threw me off.
No worries Tim! I know getting old is a bitch

Old 01-02-2014 | 03:41 PM
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Originally Posted by CLtotheTL32
No worries Tim! I know getting old is a bitch



I just turned 42 on the 20th of December...you have no idea how accurate your statement is.
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Old 01-02-2014 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by ttribe


I just turned 42 on the 20th of December...you have no idea how accurate your statement is.
When you're too old and busted to drive your Bimmer next year when you turn 43, may I have it...?
Old 01-02-2014 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by ttribe
Originally Posted by ttribe
Thank you...the placement of his post just below the discussion about the M3 (combined with the fact that he didn't quote the Bugatti belt post) threw me off.
Your panties are already pretty tight, and the year just begun.
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Originally Posted by Yumcha
When you're too old and busted to drive your Bimmer next year when you turn 43, may I have it...?
He'll be back in a Hyundai before he's 43
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Old 01-02-2014 | 03:47 PM
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Just put an M5 badge on it.
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Old 01-02-2014 | 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumcha
When you're too old and busted to drive your Bimmer next year when you turn 43, may I have it...?
Only if you move out of Canada...I don't want my car subjected to your weather.

Originally Posted by Majofo
Your panties are already pretty tight, and the year just begun.


I waited 'till the 2nd.
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Just put an M5 badge on it.
Hyundai Genesis M5...?
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