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Stevie Wonder could take better pics.
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NY is strange with that. As long as its never been registered and its being sold by a dealer, its "new". IIRC it used to be that anything with over 100 miles on it was considered used.
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Can I rant about GAS QUALITY in here?
Socal definitely gets the worst gas in the states. so many people outside of california who have the same mods on my car gets better numbers more safely.
Socal definitely gets the worst gas in the states. so many people outside of california who have the same mods on my car gets better numbers more safely.
On the topic of fuel -
I wish the gov't would stop giving subsidies to farmers for ethanol in fuels It gives us less gas mileage. I really notice it when they switch to winter blend.
During the winter, I can get around 24mpg mixed. During the summer, even with the a/c running when its ~100*, I get 26-27mpg mixed.
I want ethanol free fuel damn it.
I wish the gov't would stop giving subsidies to farmers for ethanol in fuels
It gives us less gas mileage. I really notice it when they switch to winter blend.During the winter, I can get around 24mpg mixed. During the summer, even with the a/c running when its ~100*, I get 26-27mpg mixed.
I want ethanol free fuel damn it.
dude I want E85 in LA! I would so put it in my car to tune it. Couple gallons per tank would let me make some great power very safely with cars like mine.
too bad we can't really get them easily here in LA.
DI+VVT+TURBO+CORRRRRRN = PWR
too bad we can't really get them easily here in LA.
DI+VVT+TURBO+CORRRRRRN = PWR
E85 is good for power. IIRC the equivalent is ~105 octane. I drive a lot though, so its not worth it for me. My friend used to get E85 in his Suburban. It was about 50 cents less per gallon, but the gas mileage was so bad, it ended up being more expensive in the long run. If I had a dedicated weekend car, then yes, Id build the fuel system for E85 and run dual maps, one on pump and the other for E85.
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^^ I drive around 4k miles a year, atm... since January 2010
Chicago people - this is a pretty cool deal! you can also get a ride at 180 mph for 3 laps for $59.
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Chicago people - this is a pretty cool deal! you can also get a ride at 180 mph for 3 laps for $59.
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- Travel at top speeds in a real IndyCar race car with Mario Andretti Racing Experienceand save more than 50% on regular prices
- For $149, get behind the wheel and zoom around the track for 5 minutes at Chicagoland Motor Speedway, regularly $365
- Includes meeting with crew chief, racing equipment, graduate certificate and souvenir license
- Or for $59, take the passenger seat next to a professional racing instructor for 3 laps going up to 180 miles per hour, regularly $130
The Fine Print
Reservations are required and can be made starting Dec. 19, 2011. To make a reservation, redeem voucher onAndrettiRacing.com. This deal is valid April 28, May 11-12, June 8-9, 23, July 8, 27-28, and Aug. 5. Future dates are available; call or see website schedule. See voucher for online booking instructions. Also valid at other locations nationwide until Dec. 20, 2013. Must be 18 years or older with valid driver's license for the 3-hour experience. For the ride-along, parental consent is required for those under 18. Drivers and riders must be at least 5 feet tall and 100 lbs. and under 300 lbs. and under 6'7". Reservations are subject to availability, weather and track conditions. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Voucher must be used in 1 visit. Tax not included. No cash value or cash back.
The Deal
Experience the exhilaration of driving a real open-cockpit IndyCar race car at top speeds with Mario Andretti Racing Experience. Choose to sit in the driver's seat for a thrilling ride at Chicagoland Speedway, or ride along with a professional racing instructor, both more than half off the regular price.
Option 1: Put the pedal to the metal and get behind the wheel of a real IndyCar race car for a five-minute timed racing session on the speedway. This three-hour IndyCar Racing Experience would normally cost $365, but you pay $149 with this Local Deal. Included in this package is a driver's meeting with the crew chief, training, instruction, racing equipment, graduate certificate noting your top speed and a souvenir racing license.
Option 2: Ride shotgun on a real racetrack during an exciting three-lap ride with a professional driving instructor. For $59, sit in the passenger seat of a two-seat IndyCar race car that reaches speeds of up to 170 miles per hour during the Ride-Along Experience, which regularly costs $130.
Both deals are valid on May 18, 20, 24, 25 and 27, June 15 and 17, Aug. 24, 26, 30 and 31, and Sept. 2. Future dates will be added, so check the website schedule or call 877-722-3527.
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Just finished watching the Aryton Senna Documentary.
I couldnt find the theatrical version so i just watched the directors cut which is three hours long.
Amazing.
For a racing driver to touch a whole nation is purely amazing. I can't think of one person in today's world other than possibly a very strong political figure that could do the same. (NK doesn't count)
I couldnt find the theatrical version so i just watched the directors cut which is three hours long.
Amazing.
For a racing driver to touch a whole nation is purely amazing. I can't think of one person in today's world other than possibly a very strong political figure that could do the same. (NK doesn't count)
I must have been living under a rock, but when the hell did the Exige S get the supercharged V6 from the Evora???
345hp, 2380lbs (about 200lbs over the old Exige). The power is nice, the weight is not. And the rear is ugly. WTF is going on at Lotus lately??
345hp, 2380lbs (about 200lbs over the old Exige). The power is nice, the weight is not. And the rear is ugly. WTF is going on at Lotus lately??
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Are you seriously bitching about a street car that weighs 2380 lbs? and has 345 hp??? 
Those are quite good numbers, in the fat and bloated sea of modern vehicles of today. Maybe you are a purist type in terms of the Exige and that's what bugs you about it? The rear is a bit controversial I agree but I'd gladly drive this car! I think overall it's beautiful and functional.
Those are quite good numbers, in the fat and bloated sea of modern vehicles of today. Maybe you are a purist type in terms of the Exige and that's what bugs you about it? The rear is a bit controversial I agree but I'd gladly drive this car! I think overall it's beautiful and functional.
Are you seriously bitching about a street car that weighs 2380 lbs? and has 345 hp??? Those are quite good numbers, in the fat and bloated sea of modern vehicles of today. Maybe you are a purist type in terms of the Exige and that's what bugs you about it? The rear is a bit controversial I agree but I'd gladly drive this car! I think overall it's beautiful and functional.
Those are quite good numbers, in the fat and bloated sea of modern vehicles of today. Maybe you are a purist type in terms of the Exige and that's what bugs you about it? The rear is a bit controversial I agree but I'd gladly drive this car! I think overall it's beautiful and functional.And if you look at it another way:
That 345 crank horsepower comes from a 3.5l, DOHC, supercharged engine. The engine weighs 360lbs before the supercharger. At over 400lbs dry for just the engine alone (not including the transmission), the power to weigh figure for that engine is not impressive at all. There were better options for that car, especially when the f/r split is already 40/60.
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ok. well the way you describe it, it does sound excessively fat, in terms of the engine. would have been so nice for them to throw a boosted 4 in there, eh? 345 hp from a supercharged 3.5 V6 does sound pretty weak, in this day and age.