That special car that first got you interested in cars
10-02-2007, 02:35 PM
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1969 Mustang Boss 429
10-02-2007, 04:22 PM
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Originally Posted by mattg
For me it was easy, my dad had a 68 Jaguar XKE roadster I6 british racing green. When he killed it by using it as a daily driver in New Jersey, it was replaced by a 68 MGB also british racing green. They both had influence on me. My dad's friend being a saleman at Porsche coming by in a different demo every month didn't hurt either.
10-02-2007, 05:17 PM
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Originally Posted by teranfon
Lately I've been shopping around for a late '50's/early '60's MGA. I can honestly say that this little car first made realize that cars were indeed something special and was the starting point for me all things automotive. My father's friend son was restoring a '59 coupe in his garage in the mid seventies, and I never forgot it's graceful lines and elegance.
I know there are a lot of enthusiasts on this board, and I'm curious to hear what you would choose as that one special car that got you interested in automobiles. What was it? Where did you see it? What effect did it have on you? Did you ever eventually obtain one? Just thought it might be an interesting topic.
Terry
I know there are a lot of enthusiasts on this board, and I'm curious to hear what you would choose as that one special car that got you interested in automobiles. What was it? Where did you see it? What effect did it have on you? Did you ever eventually obtain one? Just thought it might be an interesting topic.
Terry
For those old enough to remember. Check out this clip of the movie on youtube. Funny stuff.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To7MJB83kZI
10-02-2007, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by synthetic
This is what got me into cars:
Who can name this car?
Who can name this car?
screams Datsun, though.
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10-02-2007, 05:46 PM
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Originally Posted by SpicyMikey
The 1969 Dodge Charger R/T in the movie Dirty Mary Crazy Larry. Saw the movie when I was 13 in 1974. It was the first car that caught my eye, even more so then Susan George playing "Mary"
For those old enough to remember. Check out this clip of the movie on youtube. Funny stuff.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To7MJB83kZI
For those old enough to remember. Check out this clip of the movie on youtube. Funny stuff.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=To7MJB83kZI
Dukes of Hazzard was probably the first and greatest influence on me. I own all 8 seasons on DVD
10-02-2007, 05:52 PM
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Originally Posted by revitupwriteitoff
is that a Paykan? looks pretty modded - could be a late 60s or early 70s if so.
screams Datsun, though.
screams Datsun, though.
It's a modded 1975 Paykan Javanan. For those not familiar with the name Paykan (non-Iranians I guess!), the car was originally designed by the British carmaker Hillman and was called "Arrow". Paykan in Persian means arrow.
Here's the back:
10-02-2007, 06:00 PM
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1986 Midnight red mazda rx-7, MotorTrend import car of the year. Picked up a 7 y/o used one when i was a junior in college for 5K. Learned to drive stick on the hills of San Fran and fell in love with the rotary engine although gas mileage was a bitch.
10-02-2007, 06:14 PM
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they did a good job with that Paykan, too - nice & clean 
I bet it's a blast to drive
<--100% US white dude, though. I met my first Iranian about 2 months ago, though!
I bet it's a blast to drive<--100% US white dude, though. I met my first Iranian about 2 months ago, though!
10-02-2007, 06:32 PM
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My father's '66 Mustang & my Uncle's late '70's Scirocco
10-02-2007, 07:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Loseit
that's pretty cool! the ending is a bitch, though!
Dukes of Hazzard was probably the first and greatest influence on me. I own all 8 seasons on DVD
Dukes of Hazzard was probably the first and greatest influence on me. I own all 8 seasons on DVD
Believe it or not, I think that lime green was a stock color that year. You're right though, Dukes Of Hazzard had a 69 Charger R/T. Forgot about that. That show was after my time a bit. I was out of highschool by then.
Yep, 69 Charger. My favorite car of all times. And sadly, I never owned one to this day
10-02-2007, 07:59 PM
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Not so much a single car, but I remember my first Motor Trend, and I think thats what got me hooked. It was the 1995 Truck of the Year issue with the S-10 Blazer on the front. (its not the Blazer that got me hooked lol).
10-02-2007, 08:43 PM
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Originally Posted by SpicyMikey
Yea, that ending sucked. Ruined a great car Believe it or not, I think that lime green was a stock color that year.
You're right though, Dukes Of Hazzard had a 69 Charger R/T. Forgot about that. That show was after my time a bit. I was out of highschool by then.
Yep, 69 Charger. My favorite car of all times. And sadly, I never owned one to this day
Believe it or not, I think that lime green was a stock color that year. You're right though, Dukes Of Hazzard had a 69 Charger R/T. Forgot about that. That show was after my time a bit. I was out of highschool by then.
Yep, 69 Charger. My favorite car of all times. And sadly, I never owned one to this day
i am embarrassed at how much time I have spent on that site dreaming. I think you should consider it. You only live once!
10-02-2007, 08:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Loseit
Try this site : http://hlpag.com/
i am embarrassed at how much time I have spent on that site dreaming. I think you should consider it. You only live once!
i am embarrassed at how much time I have spent on that site dreaming. I think you should consider it. You only live once!
Hey, too bad I can't buy it now. Here's one on Ebay for sale. Auction ends in 10 minutes. It's even LIME GREEN!!
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge...mZ270170088788
10-02-2007, 08:55 PM
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Originally Posted by Fossil_TL
skyline gtr
that's the first car I would've literally had sex with (gtr 34, to be exact)
just like this one...
I apologize for my enthusiasm. Not really. But yeah.
10-02-2007, 10:06 PM
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I think I may have answered this already but it was the 1986 Peugeot 205 GTi.
I love that car. I would love to have one.
Then my step-dad brought home a 1983 323i (in the UK) and that was a fantastic car.
The '84 533i he had is the reason I still lust after late 80s 5ers and 6ers today.
I love that car. I would love to have one.
Then my step-dad brought home a 1983 323i (in the UK) and that was a fantastic car.
The '84 533i he had is the reason I still lust after late 80s 5ers and 6ers today.
10-02-2007, 11:35 PM
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One word: CRX
10-03-2007, 12:06 AM
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Originally Posted by 04EuroAccordTsx
The DeLorean car from Back to the Future
+1 on that...
also..
Porsche 959
Ferrari F-40
Early 90's Acura NSX
My grandpa's 1924 Ford Model T (yeah kinda SLOW compared to the others)
I had a SWEET book called "Worlds Fastest Cars" and the Acura was always my favorite to look at. It also had the Oldsmobile Aerotech... fastest car in the world. man I need to find that book.
10-03-2007, 01:06 AM
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Air cooled VW's. It all started with my stepdads '72 Beetle that he rebuilt for my mom to drive when I was about 7 or 8 years old. Other than that, I was always around the garage with him, my dad, my uncle, my grandfather, etc.. I always wanted a part of the action. I haven't quit yet. Hell, I'm selling them now.
10-03-2007, 08:07 AM
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I was always into cars. Had Hot Wheels and Sizzlers, then went to building model cars and racing slot cars. I got hooked when I saw a Car & Driver mag (late 70's) with a 911 Turbo and a bike on the cover (they did a comparison). I've always wanted a 78 911 Turbo since then.
10-03-2007, 08:11 AM
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Originally Posted by parshooter
I was always into cars. Had Hot Wheels and Sizzlers, then went to building model cars and racing slot cars. I got hooked when I saw a Car & Driver mag (late 70's) with a 911 Turbo and a bike on the cover (they did a comparison). I've always wanted a 78 911 Turbo since then.
10-03-2007, 08:52 AM
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Everyone should buy their dream car or that special car. Life is too freakin short
P.S If you have the means,wife approves and keep stable.
P.S If you have the means,wife approves and keep stable.
10-03-2007, 12:02 PM
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1993 Mazda RX-7 FD3. My friend in college had one and we broke that thing down over and over again. I never got tired of working on that car even in the dead of winter in the middle of the school parking lot.
Converted to single turbo (among many many other engine mods), 3" turbo back exhaust, coilovers, tastefully done exterior. It sounded like a damn chainsaw at idle...this is when i truly became passionate about cars.
Oh yeah, and I will own one eventually
Converted to single turbo (among many many other engine mods), 3" turbo back exhaust, coilovers, tastefully done exterior. It sounded like a damn chainsaw at idle...this is when i truly became passionate about cars.
Oh yeah, and I will own one eventually
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10-03-2007, 02:42 PM
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1st Gen viper (I was like 6 or 7 at the time)
Ferrari F40 (dad gave me a snap together die cast model and i played with it forever after we built it.. still have it today)
And finally my mom's 95 z28 camaro.. black on black with t-tops. I was already into cars but the sound of the exhaust on this one pushed me over the edge
Good thread!
Ferrari F40 (dad gave me a snap together die cast model and i played with it forever after we built it.. still have it today)
And finally my mom's 95 z28 camaro.. black on black with t-tops. I was already into cars but the sound of the exhaust on this one pushed me over the edge
Good thread!
10-03-2007, 03:40 PM
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my dad had a 67 xke I6 and my mom had a 72 xke cab. v12. i used to sit in the garage and watch my dad work on them for hours. he could never get the carbs tuned perfectly though. riding in the 67 is still my most favorite memory from childhood.
then hurricane kate came through and a pine tree fell on his garage and crushed both of them.
my mom bought him and xke a 4 years ago for his birthday. that was the second time i have ever seen him cry in my entire life.
then hurricane kate came through and a pine tree fell on his garage and crushed both of them.
my mom bought him and xke a 4 years ago for his birthday. that was the second time i have ever seen him cry in my entire life.
10-03-2007, 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Sclass88
Mid 90's Mercedes S-Class. Don't know why, I just love them. And the old BMW 840's...
at the sight of a big body 90's S class!
10-03-2007, 07:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Sclass88
Mid 90's Mercedes S-Class. Don't know why, I just love them. And the old BMW 840's...
Then again, if I had the means, I'd have a near-concours M6 from '88 too
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