Monday, December 27, 2010
Motor Trend International Auto Show: Part 1 – Exotics
Last weekend, as you may have seen on the twitter feed, I was able to go to the big auto show that was in town at the Tampa Convention Center! As an car lover, I felt this wold be an excellent opportunity to see what the recovering industry had up their sleeves. It was a great time!
Most known automakers were represented and had differing displays from the rather disappointing showing from Volkswagen to the gigantic 60,000 square feet of GM’s show. What I liked best about the show is that it’s basically like going to your local dealer- minus the test drive of course, but also minus the pressuring salesman! I could get in a car, look at the engine, look in the trunk, and ask questions if I wanted to without being bothered. If you’re in the market for a new car and have an auto show coming to town, I highly recommend this way of researching.
I’ll have to divide my coverage of the event into 3 posts, since it will be too big to make it into one. Being able to see exotics and other show cars is always an exciting factor. Sadly (and smartly), you aren’t allowed to sit and much less touch these cars. Upon entering the first floor, you were able to venture into a special section of the show, which had custom dragsters and collectibles.
There were a handful of custom hot rods, made using old school chassis. Look at the engine on this one. the belts were wider than my hand. I cant imagine the amount of HP this baby makes. I should have taken a picture of the tires. Over 12 inches wide, at the least. This one was by far the most impressive.
Up next was an old school Corvette convertible. I’m not exactly sure what year this one was, but I’ll guess and say its a body style from the 60′s. Clean car, and it seemed 100 percent OEM. Has to be worth 100K+.
Speaking of Corvettes, someone had a very sharp C5 and had decided t to give it a Blue Angels theme after the notorious air show planes! The custom lighting was most impressive, not to mention the intricate details that the owner had given the seats and mats.
DuPont Registry had a nice little kiosk set up as well. The yad about 5 different Lamborghinis. This one caught my eye. It’s either a Gallardo or Murcielago spyder. Love the color. If I were to get one of these, you bet it would have a loud color
ACDelco Drag Masters 2008
The annual import versus V8 ACDelco Drag Masters 2008 was as action-packed as the last two years, and again the win went to the V8s.
It’s generally accepted that sequels struggle to match the original movie and unfortunately it seems to that Drag Masters has followed that trend. Notwithstanding some very good ideas, Drag Masters Part III felt a little bit flat despite some very good racing, mainly due to an ineffective sound system that left everybody on the right-hand spectator bank completely in the dark about what was happening. The only speaker that could be heard was pointed behind the timing tower, so if you wanted to hear what was going on there was no way you were going to see it. That, coupled with some very long breaks for timing system malfunctions, meant boredom set in and many left early. However, enough negativity, there were some big positives. Originally conceived to attract a younger crowd to a more traditional meeting, the first Drag Masters promoted its V8 versus Import pairings before the event, while Drag Masters II paired competitors up on the day. Though missing out on an opportunity to build media hype, the racing was much closer, as was the score line. Drag Masters III used a combination of hyping the star attractions, boosted by way of handing out free posters at other key events and heavy radio advertising, and matching everybody else who turned up together to make up the other pairings. And it was probably the most exciting racing yet.
First up, Mark Bardsley let rip with an 11,000rpm burnout that ended abruptly when something fell off. Rod Harvey’s incredible new Celica sounded awful, but took an easy solo and started what initially looked like an Asian avalanche of wins. Carl Jensen’s Toyota dropped a 7.92 on the Kevin McGregor Camaro’s 8.18, and Wayne Grimmer fouled away an easy win to Tony Markovina’s screaming blue Mazda smoke machine. Thankfully, Gary Bogaart put an end to the V8 losing streak in his gorgeous new BF Falcon race car, but the massacre started up again right away. A good example of how great a job track staff had done in matching up the cars had to be Dave Levine’s big red Belvedere versus Adam Wiggs’s freshly debuted yellow Skyline: 9.42 Mopar to 9.46 Nissan — shame about the nap on the Xmas tree, Adam. Another close one was Robbie Ward’s RB30-powered 240Z beating Ron Olsen’s Mustang by seven hundredths, another tough loss, as was Aaron Jenkins’s street-driven HQ Monaro — 9.89 to Brad Johnson’s 9.88. At the end of the round 10 Jappa victories had been recorded against six V8 wins — not a good look for us dinosaur lovers.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
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Sunday, December 19, 2010
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The only front engine fuel dragster on the property was Norm Longfield’s ex-WW2 car. Last time out he ran a 6.12 and while a five didn’t appear on the scoreboards the team were on the right path. With ex-altered racer, Richard Botica calling the shots the car went out and ran back to back 6.09/211 and 6.07/227 times and came home with an intact engine. Prior to his first pass Longfield told me that he had high hopes for the race and finally he has proved to be a force in Nostalgia racing down under.
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Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Black Modification
Ford Mustang Car Appearance Modification Parts and Accessories
Appearance modification information and parts for the Ford Mustang.What are appearance modifications?
Appearance modifications change the overall "look" or appearance of a vehicle. Appearance modifications are "for show" only, and will not typically affect how a vehicle performs.
The Ford Mustang is not just characterized by power and performance - it's known for its hip and spanking styles and look as well. Thus, it's only fitting that lots of internal and external companies manufacture appearance enhancing parts and accessories every year to complement this one of a kind automobile. The following are just some of the most in demand appearance parts and accessories of the Ford Mustang.
05-06 Ford Mustang LX CHROME Wire Mesh Grille Featuring an outer frame made of solid and polished Aluminum Billet, this great Ford Mustang part is triple chrome plated to achieve a beautiful and shiny look that will last for years to come. It is one great accessorizing "bling" to the good old Mustang and comes with a superior 3-D design and fit to boot.
Ford Mustang LX Billet Grille Insert by T-Rex Built of 6063-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum, the Ford Mustang LX Billet Grille Insert by T-Rex is a superior part that guarantees strength through its double welded brackets and fittings. Each T-Rex grille is powder coated with a black color with a face polished with mirror or chrome finish, completing off that stylish and hip look. Made entirely in the USA, T-Rex grille inserts are pre-drilled for easy installation and do not require any cutting of your factory shell. Each package also comes with installation guides and all the necessary hardware.
1965-1966 Ford Mustang Rear Window Louvers by Astra Hammond Perfect for the older models of the Mustang, the Astra Hammond Rear Window Louvers are metal louvers that provide more sun protection without distorting the rear view. Supplied with the necessary hardware, this is an easy to install part that perfectly matches the modern transparent colored tints.
SFX Racing RACINGSUPERBADGE-X2 Emblems Setting a supercharged statement is now easy with this set of two, solid chrome Supercharged Emblems. It is completely chromed for a clean, custom look with no black plastic showing. It is easy to install as well with 3m double sided automotive tape included.
2005-2006 FORD MUSTANG / iPod interface /Gen2-Gen5 Nano Mustang owners can now chill with great music as they cruise their power Ford Mustangs with the first fully controlled and universally programmable iPod interface called the PXDP2. Among this iPod interface's capabilities include a factory stereo, steering wheel controls, and unlimited access to all the music stored on the iPod. In addition, it doesn't have confusing wires and is a great alternative to "plug-in" players. Owners can conveniently browse through the menus, song, artist, genre, and albums in the iPod and rewind, repeat, track back, and other controls. Digital sound quality is retained, and the interface automatically charges the internal battery of the iPod.
Ford Mustang GT Convertible leather seat covers Featuring over 60 leather colors, the Ford Mustang GT convertible leather seat covers are perfect in enhancing the look of the Ford Mustang's interior. Also available are bucket cushions, front backrests, front headrests, rear solid backrest, and rear solid bench cushion. These leather seat covers also provide more comfort to the passenger.
Monday, December 13, 2010
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Sunday, December 12, 2010
Mazda 3 2010
The Mazda3 is a compact car manufactured in Japan by the Mazda Motor Corporation. It was introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Mazda Familia. A more performance-oriented version of the Mazda3 is marketed as Mazdaspeed3 in North America and Mazda3 MPS in Europe.
Duo Mazda 3
A second generation Mazda3 for the 2010 model year was unveiled in late 2008, with the sedan premiering at the Los Angeles Auto Show and the hatchback at the Bologna Auto Show.
Great White Mazda 3
Mazda 3 is based on the Ford global C1 platform, shared with the latest European Ford Focus and Volvo S40. Based on the styling of the MX-Sportif concept car, the mazda 3 is available in two body styles, a four-door sedan, marketed as "coupé style" in Europe, and a five-door hatchback, branded the Sport version in Canada, Japan, and the United States.
Blue Mazda 3 Concept
When first introduced, United States-market Mazda3 models were available in only two trim levels, i and s, with the 2.0 L and 2.3 L engines, respectively. Since then Mazda has introduced additional models under the Touring and Grand Touring labels. British Mazda3's are offered in S, TS, TS2, Sport, and a top end 2.3ltr turbocharged Mazda3 MPS (Mazda Performance Series) models. Since April 2008, when there was a mainly cosmetic facelift of the Mazda3, there have been some changes to the trim designations for UK cars, with the models now being the entry level S, then Takara (which replaces TS & TS2), the Tamara Special Edition and the Sport and MPS as before.
Mazda 3 Concept
All 3 models use the inline-4 Mazda MZR engine, with various types, displacements and outputs including the MZ-CD turbodiesel, depending on model and market. Transmissions are a five-speed manual transmission and a four-speed automatic transmission; since the 2006 model year, a five-speed automatic is optional on models with the 2.3 L engine. This transmission has now been made standard on the 2.0 L engine in Japan (FWD models only), as part of a minor facelift in early 2008 which includes different front/rear bumper designs, new wheel designs and body colors, stiffened chassis, and better interior materials. The MPS / Mazdaspeed version is only available with a six-speed manual.
Mazda 3 Interior
Initial news reports indicated the 2009 model year would receive a minor face-lift with exterior design modifications that included chrome door handles, a new roof spoiler, expanded use of black moldings on the rear bumper, and new alloy-wheel options. This turned out to not occur in the US or Canadian market. The 2009 model year was only a few months long as production ceased in November 2008.
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