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07-27-2012, 05:50 PM
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Wow, I wonder how those numbers compare with how many Gallardos are produced.
Still haven't seen one of these in the wild yet
Still haven't seen one of these in the wild yet
07-27-2012, 07:58 PM
#1682
07-27-2012, 08:53 PM
#1683
Suzuka Master
changed my moms accord air filter today with a K&N filter
07-31-2012, 09:09 AM
#1684
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Ready to drop the body on the new frame.
07-31-2012, 09:27 AM
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07-31-2012, 05:01 PM
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Maker, that is unbelievably cool 
How much of your business are minor fender benders compared to major accidents?
and Marco, I meant I haven't seen Aventadors in the wild
How much of your business are minor fender benders compared to major accidents?and Marco, I meant I haven't seen Aventadors in the wild
07-31-2012, 05:27 PM
#1687
Suzuka Master
Aman, are you looking for another car?? Or just waiting for a while?
07-31-2012, 06:09 PM
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Still looking. I go to school in Windsor where there's a really sparse selection of cars for sale, so I only seriously look when I go home to Toronto every two weeks.
07-31-2012, 06:19 PM
#1689
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I wonder what this is about.... tomorrow....... 
08-01-2012, 03:56 PM
#1690
Suzuka Master
did anything happen??
08-01-2012, 03:59 PM
#1691
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oh. it's just an opportunity to win a test drive in the LF-A. meh. been there, done that. 
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08-01-2012, 04:02 PM
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oh snap, its a test drive at Laguna Seca... how sweet would that be!
http://lexusenthusiast.com/2012/08/0...helfa-contest/
http://lexusenthusiast.com/2012/08/0...helfa-contest/
Lexus USA Announces #UnleashtheLFA Contest
Posted by krew on August 1st, 2012
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Lexus USA has announced the #UnleashtheLFA contest, where one winner will drive the LFA at Laguna Seca in California — here’s a video with all the details:
Instruction will be provided at the event by the Skip Barber Racing School, and will include one-on-one time with professional race car driver Scott Pruett. Also worth noting — the contest is only open to U.S. residents.
Good luck to everyone that enters!
Enter the #UnleashtheLFA Contest
Posted by krew on August 1st, 2012
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Lexus USA has announced the #UnleashtheLFA contest, where one winner will drive the LFA at Laguna Seca in California — here’s a video with all the details:
Instruction will be provided at the event by the Skip Barber Racing School, and will include one-on-one time with professional race car driver Scott Pruett. Also worth noting — the contest is only open to U.S. residents.
Good luck to everyone that enters!
Enter the #UnleashtheLFA Contest
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08-01-2012, 05:02 PM
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Only open to US residents 
08-01-2012, 05:49 PM
#1694
Suzuka Master
I signed up 
08-01-2012, 06:58 PM
#1695
Damn, I may not be eligible for that. Have to check with the dealer.
08-01-2012, 08:12 PM
#1696
Suzuka Master
found an amazing road when i went to drop my bro off to play ball. There was this road that started in the forest and i just drove in there. And eventually it climbed into the hills with some nice twistys.
Its a short and narrow road. Only some spots 2 cars can fit easily others it would be tight so i had my windows down listening haha. I wasnt about to get into a head on collision. No one else on the road though so it was awesome
link to where the drive is
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Woodv...nia+91709&z=17
Its a short and narrow road. Only some spots 2 cars can fit easily others it would be tight so i had my windows down listening haha. I wasnt about to get into a head on collision. No one else on the road though so it was awesome
link to where the drive is
https://maps.google.com/maps?q=Woodv...nia+91709&z=17
08-01-2012, 08:17 PM
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^ Looks like a pretty cool road. You guys in SoCal are lucky, you have tons of great roads.
08-01-2012, 08:47 PM
#1698
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yea i havent been to the big ones though haha. I forget the name of the popular ones but there are quite a few long ones that a lot of people drive on. Good thing about this one is its a road that isnt used so i'm on it by myself. Just saw some dude walking haha.
08-02-2012, 01:33 PM
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I'd say its about even. We get a lot of work. We have 2 Geico offices and a USAA office on site. Also Enterprise in our building. I average around 145k in parts sales a month. Not bad for a shop with 10 technicians.
08-03-2012, 07:53 AM
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Recent job. 012 Optima. We did inner and outer quarter panels, suspension parts, a rim, door, rear bumper and various other little things.
08-03-2012, 09:54 AM
#1702
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^^Nice work on that Kia.
08-03-2012, 10:01 AM
#1703
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I love the color. It was the first time I got to sit in one. Very comfortable.
08-03-2012, 10:06 AM
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08-03-2012, 01:02 PM
#1705
Whats up with RDX owners?
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Nice work, Im surprised they didnt just total it.
08-03-2012, 02:21 PM
#1706
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We still had a little room before it was a total loss.
08-10-2012, 05:29 PM
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just for fun (kind of) I inquired about a Procharged C5 Z06 with 700+ hp. just for fun, I asked what kind of mileage he was getting. and he said 24-25 city 28-30 highway. I asked how is that possible and he said the Procharger makes more efficient use of the engine - does this make any sense?
08-10-2012, 05:35 PM
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His explanation doesnt make sense, but the highway numbers do. The Procharger is a centrifugal supercharger. Its not in boost when its cruising on the highway. The city numbers dont sound right though, unless youre lugging around at <2k rpms. Which shouldnt be a problem since Im sure it makes a healthy amount of torque too. But with 700whp+, Id be inclined to stretch its legs every now and then just for fun.
08-10-2012, 05:37 PM
#1709
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damn, that's pretty sweet!
08-10-2012, 05:40 PM
#1710
Whats up with RDX owners?
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I dont like the wheels, but 
08-10-2012, 05:42 PM
#1711
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they're the stock wheels with the rivets or whatever, in black finish..
those are 335's out back btw.
I can't believe the stock C5 Z06 gets better mileage than the regular C5.... 19/28... wtf
those are 335's out back btw.
I can't believe the stock C5 Z06 gets better mileage than the regular C5.... 19/28... wtf
08-10-2012, 05:43 PM
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holee carp....
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08-10-2012, 05:44 PM
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Yea I know. My friend had them on his Z28. I see them everywhere, like RPF1s.
08-10-2012, 05:47 PM
#1714
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The silver/gray wheels look good on the yellow Z06. And holee carp is right 
08-10-2012, 05:52 PM
#1715
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10.97 at 137.... 
08-10-2012, 05:53 PM
#1716
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I think I'd put some polished Fikse FM5's on there, old skool style.
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08-10-2012, 05:54 PM
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this guy is selling it for $25k..
08-10-2012, 06:25 PM
#1718
Whats up with RDX owners?
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08-10-2012, 06:30 PM
#1719
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08-10-2012, 07:07 PM
#1720
One on the right for me
The seal on the supra roof is leaking...fucking annoying. Fog was so damn heavy this morning I noticed the water on the inside when I was making sure the battery wasn't dead.