Hesemonni
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Oh just you wait when Trump starts pushing an import tax on everything. He'll even tax your current Audi retroactively.
Then you'll truly start missing the nice things you can't have
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Automotive Discussion Thread | OT2 | Zero to pointless fighting faster than a GT86
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Then you'll truly start missing the nice things you can't have
rokkerkory
Member
yes pretty reliable
That sounds like a lot of fun but I imagine wouldn't fit my requirement for a safe/lasting build. Perhaps the green?
A turbo that spools slower and makes power higher up in the RPM range is safer and longer lasting than a turbo that spools quickly down low.
jongkookie
Member
Highlight of today's Cars and Coffee:
Watching these two racecars getting put inside a trailer:
Will post the video soon.
Yes, I was getting antsy when they were raising the bed lolol.
Viper is on sale btw for a cool $365,000.
Watching these two racecars getting put inside a trailer:
Will post the video soon.
Yes, I was getting antsy when they were raising the bed lolol.
Viper is on sale btw for a cool $365,000.
91 Oct hurts. You're at the point of no return though unfortunately. You're looking at upgrading your intercooler, turbo (fp white, red, black), cams, arp headstuds, fuel pump, and a tune for all that. A shame you have to deal with that garbage gas. If you had E85, you'd be able to run a E30 blend and pick up some power alone from that.
Congrats on the car GHG.
TFGB
Member
Cheers @Agent AA1! Sorry for the late reply.
I use FinishKare 1000P to seal my wheels. It's quite well regarded and is one of the better value options on the market. I did try Gtechniq C5 Wheel Armour on my OZs on the Mini, and whereas many others seem to rave about it, I had the opposite experience as it seemed go attract the friggin' brake dust!!
The FK1000P also makes a great all over wax too!
GHG
Member
How much would one expect to spend on getting Xpel done on their car?
The quotes I'm getting out here are eyewateringly expensive. Like 5-6k USD. Doesn't help that only 2 places in the whole country do it... I think I need alternatives.
Most places do the 3M stuff but I hear that's shite?
I already have a stone chip, I need to get this sorted ASAP
The quotes I'm getting out here are eyewateringly expensive. Like 5-6k USD. Doesn't help that only 2 places in the whole country do it... I think I need alternatives.
Most places do the 3M stuff but I hear that's shite?
I already have a stone chip, I need to get this sorted ASAP
Fallout-NL
Member
How much would one expect to spend on getting Xpel done on their car?
The quotes I'm getting out here are eyewateringly expensive. Like 5-6k USD. Doesn't help that only 2 places in the whole country do it... I think I need alternatives.
Most places do the 3M stuff but I hear that's shite?
I already have a stone chip, I need to get this sorted ASAP
Or you could just raw dog that shit. It's just paint
Ive seriously considered ways to sneak in a RS6 Avant through Mexico lol. I believe some guy in Arizona has one registered in the states.
How much would one expect to spend on getting Xpel done on their car?
The quotes I'm getting out here are eyewateringly expensive. Like 5-6k USD. Doesn't help that only 2 places in the whole country do it... I think I need alternatives.
Most places do the 3M stuff but I hear that's shite?
I already have a stone chip, I need to get this sorted ASAP
I paid pretty much that for a full body custom Suntek + Gyeon Ceramic + Huper Optik tint on all windows (I do mean all haha). There are a lot more installers wanting your business here in SoCal however. I think all PPFs are reasonably similar, just differences in thickness and clarity.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
How much would one expect to spend on getting Xpel done on their car?
The quotes I'm getting out here are eyewateringly expensive. Like 5-6k USD. Doesn't help that only 2 places in the whole country do it... I think I need alternatives.
Most places do the 3M stuff but I hear that's shite?
I already have a stone chip, I need to get this sorted ASAP
Just the front end (bumper, 1/3 hood, mirrors, and partial fenders)? Should be around 2-2.5K.
I'll be honest, it's one of the reasons I never wrapped previous cars. A lot of shops wanted stupid amounts of money. But nowadays, almost anyone watching YouTube can do it. All you have to do is buy a pre-cut bra, which may not look perfect when sitting on the car, but it's fucking clear! Who's gonna notice? And, some actually do come with a little extra slack to wrap around the edges. YRMV.
You guys seen the new Range Rover Velar?
Looks really nice.
If it's as good as the reveal video suggests, I'd take it over a Macan or Cayenne as a daily family SUV.
https://youtu.be/IbL8ZjL5Z48
Looks really nice.
If it's as good as the reveal video suggests, I'd take it over a Macan or Cayenne as a daily family SUV.
https://youtu.be/IbL8ZjL5Z48
jongkookie
Member
Finally finished editing my Cars and Coffee pics. Here's my faves:
Full album here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/27432612@N04/sets/72157680939418226
Get the car registered in Mexico and have them drive it over to your location. The car has about a year before it has to go back to Mexico where it has to stay for a day or two in MX before it can cross the border again.
Well at least that's how it was done before, with the Pumpkin in office I'm not sure if this would still work.
Full album here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/27432612@N04/sets/72157680939418226
Get the car registered in Mexico and have them drive it over to your location. The car has about a year before it has to go back to Mexico where it has to stay for a day or two in MX before it can cross the border again.
Well at least that's how it was done before, with the Pumpkin in office I'm not sure if this would still work.
Azzurri
Member
Went to look at the Alfa Romeo Giulia QV and it's such a beautiful car inside and out, and looked to good in the dark blue.
Only thing is the finance and leasing options are crap. I think it's better to wait until the end of the year for better deals.
36month 10k miles a year with 5k down is like 1,200 a month. As nice as it is that's just way too much for that car.
Only thing is the finance and leasing options are crap. I think it's better to wait until the end of the year for better deals.
36month 10k miles a year with 5k down is like 1,200 a month. As nice as it is that's just way too much for that car.
Wow that is not great.
Azzurri
Member
Yea, thr APR was shitty too. Their best rate was at 36m 2.9% then 1% higher for each year. ending at 6% at 72m
Skel1ingt0n
I can't *believe* these lazy developers keep making file sizes so damn large. Btw, how does technology work?
If you have solid credit, I've found I can easily get down to like ~2% just through a credit union.
Fallout-NL
Member
Oh shit, busted Onkel!
While you are at it stop driving on the left lane only going 60 mph only
jkjkjk just teasing
I'm pretty horrible at responding too lol! Thank you though. I will probably buy Fk1000p for my rims. Need to polish the summer wheels before I mount them next week lol
nabe_shogun
Member
What if he took that picture with a camera not attached to a phone?
closer to 75 actually.
GHG
Member
Or you could just raw dog that shit. It's just paint
I know I know, but it's my first brand new car I want to take care of it the best I can. My wife said if I care this much about a new car it bodes well for when we have children :/
Nobody does Suntek here yet unfortunately. From reading around there doesn't seem to be much difference between the most popular brands but it's the quality of the instillation that's the most important thing. I saw a couple of other places that do PPF today and noped the fuck out. It's pretty clear why they are so much cheaper.
Yeh I've come to the conclusion that a full wrap is excessive so I will get the front done to protect from stone chips along with the doors to help protect from door dings in car parks. Should bring the cost down a bit.
For now I've gone with just the ceramic protection from a company called Protech Monte Carlo. Don't know if they have a branch in the states but they are also in Monaco and Singapore. Did a fantastic job on the car and it shines more now than when I first picked it up.
Will go back to them for tinting and PPF at a later date.
It looks absolutely insane for a US bound model. I love it, but I bet dealers will be scummy as fuck and overcharge, and it will be way too limited in numbers. Probably just like an RS or worse.
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
Wow. If things go well for me financially in the next 3-4 years, I will get one of these. 6MT.
New 2018 GT3 confirmed 4.0L flat six. 500hp and option for 6 speed manual.
Arriving in US dealers this fall. $140k base MSRP.
Basically a 911R for the masses.
Who's ordering one?
You mean besides you?
20 min video with Andreas on the GT3, sounds like quite the improvement
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHFSsdqLntw
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHFSsdqLntw
Fallout-NL
Member
Man, that car is a beauty.
SliChillax
Member
Feel bad for the poor souls that paid over 300k for the 911R
not so sure, 911R listed for $1.2m here in Australia. $800k profit
http://www.drive.com.au/motor-news/porsche-owner-looks-to-make-800000-in-a-month-20170226-gulwvb.html
SliChillax
Member
Whoever buys that over the updated GT3 is incredibly stupid, I don't care how much money you have.
Azzurri
Member
David Incorporated Esq.
Member
Wow, they finally made a visually striking car.
SliChillax
Member
Jesus christ it looks amazing! Can't wait to see it Friday
Visually striking and a beast...
150 lbs. lighter than the 675LT
40 HP more than the 675LT
130 lbs-ft more torque than the 657LT
And that's all with the added comforts that a track-spec lacks. Gonna be a very impressive car I think.
m_shortpants
Member
Info on Type R
35k MSRP
316BHP
http://www.topgear.com/car-news/geneva-motor-show/blimey-its-new-honda-civic-type-r
Thoughts? I kind of like it
35k MSRP
316BHP
http://www.topgear.com/car-news/geneva-motor-show/blimey-its-new-honda-civic-type-r
Thoughts? I kind of like it
You finally gonna pull the trigger on something?
TFGB
Member
I've already been playing around with the configurator on Mac's site.
I'm going to wait for the Spider and go for the performance package.
I'm going to wait for the Spider and go for the performance package.
Shortt Sirket
Member
New 2018 GT3 confirmed 4.0L flat six. 500hp and option for 6 speed manual.
Arriving in US dealers this fall. $140k base MSRP.
Basically a 911R for the masses.
Who's ordering one?
Oh wow! Nice job, Porsche stepping up and offering what the customers want. If i had the means I would be all over it.
I still find these very appealing. Especially in bright yellow!
Fallout-NL
Member
Yeah, that rear end looks awesome:
SliChillax
Member
Looks badass, too bad it'll be typical boring Audi to drive. I never understood why Audi doesn't offer leather wrapped interior like BMW, Alfa or Benz does. I'm talking about the upper and lower dashboard. Those plastics seem kinda cheap. Not even the RS6 or RS7 have leather dashboards, all plastic. It's soft and good plastic but still plastic.
Fallout-NL
Member
Best looking porsche ever returns
I like how they're just straight up 'fuck it, it's 2017, but we're still doin' this 964 thing'.