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Old 03-19-2014, 04:28 PM
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Yes, for sure.

Kinda want to spice up the Avant a little though. Not really sure what to do about it.
Lower it.
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Lower it.
No way. haha

Wife will hate it.
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Sorry, had to say it.

What kind of stuff are you thinking of doing?
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For the Avant?

No idea!
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He's donating it to me
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Old 03-19-2014, 09:07 PM
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So I got my car serviced today..
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Old 03-19-2014, 09:09 PM
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Old 03-20-2014, 02:21 PM
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heard back some more info from the wedding couple, they also own a Corvette shop and museum, and looks like I'll be doing some photos here too - among their collection:
1964 World's Fair Styling Corvette, and 4 other styling Corvettes
Chevrolet Engineering Vehicle #1 (CERV I)
2 L88's - just crossed the auction block over 3 million a piece
1053 Corvette that is worth several million
XP-819, the only rear engine Corvette ever built
several race cars
And many more....
Old 03-20-2014, 02:24 PM
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Damn. In for pics!
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this might be my big break, lol
Old 03-20-2014, 03:32 PM
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This was fun to watch.

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Old 03-21-2014, 12:44 AM
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friend's. yes, all of them.


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Old 03-21-2014, 01:33 AM
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Speaking of Ford GTs...1964 Ford GT40 Prototype goes on sale...

From here: http://www.motorauthority.com/news/1...-mecum-auction

If you've always wanted a Ford GT40, then keep your eyes on Mecum Auctions next month as a rare 1964 prototype model is set to cross the block.
The stunning vehicle is listed as GT/104, the forth ever prototype of the cardesigned to wipe the smile from Enzo Ferrari's face at Le Mans--a goal Ford succeeded at in four consecutive years, from 1966 to 1969. This particular car didn't succeed in its 1964 debut, but drivers such as Phil Hill, Bruce McLaren, Bob Bondurant, Ken Miles, Jo Schlesser, Richie Ginther, Richard Attwood all took the wheel during its two-year race history, and achieved the model's first podium finish.

Like all GT40s, GT/104 was developed by British race car builder Lola, and was the first prototype to use thinner-gauge steel in its chassis, reducing weight. It tested for just 50 miles before making that 1964 Le Mans debut, but still qualified in 8th position and led by the end of its first lap. Sadly, a fire in the fourth hour curtailed its progress, and after thirteen hours all Fords had retired. Following some impressive race performances, the car underwent restoration in 1965 by Kar Kraft, enjoyed a Detroit Auto Show appearance and in 2010, was restored once again to its original Shelby livery.

It isn't the first rare GT40 we've seen in recent years, nor even in recent months. Proving there's still such a thing as a genuine barn find, a Mk1 GT40 was recently discovered in a Southern California garage, literally found under a pile of junk. Against all odds, it contained most of its original components, including a MkII rear clamshell, making it one of only three Mk1 cars built this way. Back in 2011, another rare GT40 crossed the auction block, in the shape of a prototype roadster model from 1965.

A car with such history is sure to make a healthy amount at auction, but it isn't the only rare vehicle offered by Mecum. Other lots at the April 10-12 auctions include a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Styling Car with dual side exhausts, an unrestored low-mileage 1967 Corvette, a brace of 1930 Duesenbergs and a stunning 1938 Delage Aerosport Coupe. Those with shallower pockets can choose from the usual selection of 1960s to 1990s muscle, old Volkswagens and all manner of pickup trucks.





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Old 03-21-2014, 03:48 PM
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Any of you boys shop on Gilt.com? They have some cool artwork that I'm thinking of picking up for my study...this one of the Ferrari is seriously calling my name: http://www.gilt.com/sale/home/art-sh...990-framed-art

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Old 03-21-2014, 04:37 PM
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There's some really cool art in there! Never heard of the website til now, thanks,
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My wife shops some stuff from there. It's legit.
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Originally Posted by JS + BRZ
My wife shops some stuff from there. It's legit.
Yep...good for clothing and even baby things. I picked up stuff from there before as has my wife.
Old 03-21-2014, 06:22 PM
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Why not buy the art without the frame and them frame it locally?
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So I found out my manager's husband has an E30 M3. He's working on it currently since he apparently blew the motor lol. But man I wanna see it..

Another co-worker that sits in the cube right next to me, he's been karting/racing ever since he was a kid. He loves to build cars and then sell them off after. He actually told me he never understood the love behind the E30. He's driven it and said its not great. He also said he's biased against German cars. I still love that car though.

He's also trying to convince me to get into karting and/or buy some cheap car (miata, S14) and work on it instead of buying a new car (told him I want a BRZ or GTI haha)
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You should! I'm shopping for an NA Miata right now.
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Old 03-21-2014, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by charliemike
Why not buy the art without the frame and them frame it locally?
Well, the artist's name is Oliver Gal.

Here's his website: http://www.olivergal.com/art-collect...rints-vol-II#2

All his stuff is sold framed.
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You should! I'm shopping for an NA Miata right now.
I"m using the excuse that i'm in an apartment and no room for tools unless i wanna have them in my living room, which i dont.
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Originally Posted by speedemon90
He also said he's biased against German cars. I still love that car though.
I love the E30 as well, though it's an exception because it has few electrical systems that can go bad. Several of my mechanic friends vow to never buy a German car. Audi is among the worst... they are a PITA to service.

Germans are cutting edge when it comes to tech. But the actual quality just isn't there. A lot of the shit they do just doesn't make sense. Plastic cooling system components? WHY?

My friend told me a thermostat replacement for a Porsche (I forget which model) is $2,000. That's because those geniuses put the tstat behind the water pump. Might as well replace it while you're in there. Expected lifespan of that pump is 50k miles, btw. His shop also charges a higher labor rate for German cars, and even more for Porsches.

I've learned so many things about German vehicles from people who have owned them and technicians that work on them. I will probably never own a German vehicle, despite how much I enjoy driving them. Lease only. I refuse to spend thousands just to get a car working the way it should.
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Seriously, look at this bullshit

Timing belt and water pump replacement on an A6. Fuck you, Audi.

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng39.shtml
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Originally Posted by Costco
I love the E30 as well, though it's an exception because it has few electrical systems that can go bad. Several of my mechanic friends vow to never buy a German car. Audi is among the worst... they are a PITA to service.

Germans are cutting edge when it comes to tech. But the actual quality just isn't there. A lot of the shit they do just doesn't make sense. Plastic cooling system components? WHY?

My friend told me a thermostat replacement for a Porsche (I forget which model) is $2,000. That's because those geniuses put the tstat behind the water pump. Might as well replace it while you're in there. Expected lifespan of that pump is 50k miles, btw. His shop also charges a higher labor rate for German cars, and even more for Porsches.

I've learned so many things about German vehicles from people who have owned them and technicians that work on them. I will probably never own a German vehicle, despite how much I enjoy driving them. Lease only. I refuse to spend thousands just to get a car working the way it should.
+1

I would NEVER own a German vehicle. I'd ONLY lease one.
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Seriously, look at this bullshit

Timing belt and water pump replacement on an A6. Fuck you, Audi.

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng39.shtml
Shit. That's an ambitious weekend project. Fuck that
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Originally Posted by subinf
Shit. That's an ambitious weekend project. Fuck that
Audi did some really weird shit with those era models.
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Seriously, look at this bullshit

Timing belt and water pump replacement on an A6. Fuck you, Audi.

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/eng39.shtml
There's one more thing to replace when you do the Audi V6 TB replacement. A plastic intake pipe for the air control valve and brake booster that's hidden in the "V". It's getting brittle over time and causes vacuum leaks, bitch to get to.
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My Jetta was incredibly simple to work on, though it's certainly not indicative of the higher-end German vehicles in general.

I was browsing through threads on Audizine when I was thinking of getting a B5 or B6 A4. Half of them had pics of their cars with the top end or front end removed, talking about their work as easy as people here talk about changing interior bulbs.

If I had a fully equipped garage, more time, and a seperate savings account for replacement parts then maybe.
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A lot of that is people who cannot stop tweaking their nodded cars until they break and then fix them again. I am not necessarily afraid of German cars though some are clearly better engineered than others.
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wheel swaps. first pic: 360. second pic: 430 Scuderia




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Meh. Stock wheels ftw.
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Saw the movie Need for Speed yesterday. I enjoyed it. I thought the cars and driving scenes were entertaining. I don't mind that the story wasn't bulletproof. But overall it was pretty good. I do like the fact that they didn't use any CGI; it really made a difference. Of course I loved both Mustangs. Makes me really itch for a Coyote 5.0 and some V8 muscle.

I do wish they included some more in depth shots of the drivers' point of view. The scene of the Mustang on Road Atlanta was awesome and how it really felt like you were behind the wheel during a few turns. And the scene of the cars racing through the woods and the sound of them approaching was great. I really loved the sound but I wish they emphasized that more throughout the movie.

Oh and I saw it in 3D. Went to the AMC theater at 11:30am and it was only $10 per person.

The best part was driving home in the ST afterward. Thank goodness it was barely above freezing - I put ESC in sport mode and had a bit of fun.
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^^^ yeah prefer the stock wheels.



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