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ElizabethFL
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Any car enthusiasts in here?
« on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 2:26pm » |
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Post your mechanical pride and joy! 
Here is mine. 2002 Dodge Stratus R/T coupe. My baby, have done quite a bit on the suspension and some on the motor:
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #1 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 3:41pm » |
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Nice! I'm afraid practicality keeps me from purchasing both the Viper and Corvette I desire. Until such time as I can rationalize such a car, I make do with a mundane Dodge truck......
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #2 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 3:48pm » |
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I drive a shit box, I pay one forth what you pay in insurance and have no payments, but I always get there.....LOL
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #3 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 3:59pm » |
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Now this is a car, 1977 original Porsche 930 Turbo.
I got this car about six years ago and completely restored it, the car was beautiful inside and out.
The sad news is at 190K miles on it the engine started to smoke and after having several mechanics look at it, it was decided that it needed to be rebuilt. Anyone want to take a guess on what it costs to rebuild an old turbo Porsche?
From 15k too 18k, they say it can cost as little as 10k but these old turbo’s have a bad habit of braking parts when you pull them apart so the estimate has a large swing.
As much as I loved that car and the fact that it was my dream car since the 7th grade, I had to let it go, I could just not justify spending that much money on it and I am far from financially flush enough to take that kind of hit on my car. The good news is I was able to sell the car for 19.5k even needing a rebuild, you guys in the UK may see it running around, the guy who baught it said he was sending it back home in England.
Dam I miss that car, it was my therapy, no matter how bad I felt, a quick spin and I would feel much better.
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ElizabethFL
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #4 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 4:51pm » |
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Nice rides 
Trust me, I know about spending money on a car, it becomes an addiction. I am already in the 2k range in modifications and little "extras". I think for now I am done with the big stuff, just going to keep her nice and maintained for the next year or so. I definitely have my eyes on a 04 GTO, preferrably the LS1 - better gas mileage, better on insurance and you can pick one up for around 20k with low miles.
Nice Porche! Maintaining/installing forced induction can definitely become expensive. A few fellow Eclipse owners have turboed their cars, and they get up into the $10k range when all is said and done. To me it is not worth it to spend that much $$ on a car that in the end will only do 14's in the 1/4 mile on a dragstrip.
I'd rather start with something forced induction out of the box and add extras, etc.
BTW - if anyone was confused about the Eclipse comment, my Stratus R/T is the exact same engine/transmission/interior, etc. as a 3rd generation Eclipse, only real difference is cosmetics and mine is on the Galant platform (15.5 inches longer).
My modifications are :
Eibach Pro Kit Springs
KYB GR-2 shocks/struts
Suspension Techniques rear sway bar
Deyeme Racing poly motor mounts
AEM Cold Air intake
ADR Sokudo 17" wheels wrapped in Federal SS595 245/25/17 tires
R1 Concepts drilled/slotted rotors
The rest is just exterior/interior stuff, to give some character.
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #5 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 4:58pm » |
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I'm not much of a photographer so I can't post a pic of my silver 2005 Nissan 350z. It has 6 speed manual transmission, 287 HP, and is fast as hell! I haven't done many mods at all, other than HID headlights and replaced the stereo (put in a head unit, 6 1/2 component speakers in the front, 6 1/2 sp in the back, 10 in sub in a custom box mounted under the strut bar in the trunk, and an amp behind the driver's seat). It's really fun to drive.
With the new baby in the house, I'm hoping I can keep it. It's a two seater, and does not have an on-off switch for the passenger side airbag, so I can't put the car seat there. So far I haven't had to, but if/when the time comes I may have to part with it 
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #6 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 5:17pm » |
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on Jul 2nd, 2006, 4:58pm, marlinsfan wrote:I'm not much of a photographer so I can't post a pic of my silver 2005 Nissan 350z. It has 6 speed manual transmission, 287 HP, and is fast as hell! I haven't done many mods at all, other than HID headlights and replaced the stereo (put in a head unit, 6 1/2 component speakers in the front, 6 1/2 sp in the back, 10 in sub in a custom box mounted under the strut bar in the trunk, and an amp behind the driver's seat). It's really fun to drive.
With the new baby in the house, I'm hoping I can keep it. It's a two seater, and does not have an on-off switch for the passenger side airbag, so I can't put the car seat there. So far I haven't had to, but if/when the time comes I may have to part with it |
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Very nice ride! I looked into one for my next car. Just like the GTO I am thinking about getting, you can get a 04-05 350z for around 20k with fairly low miles.....BUT.....my insurance would skyrocket if I got one.
The GTO, on the other hand, would make my premiums decrease! Go figure....... 
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #7 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 7:49pm » |
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These are ours. The '67 has a 460 that we put into it Vroooommmmm
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #9 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 10:41pm » |
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Very sweet '67 Kayarr!!! Very sweet!
I have an '02 Civic 4 dr!! Is that any good?
me>>> 
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #10 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 10:46pm » |
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As far as I'm concerned anything that gets ya there is good!!!!
Cute little thing, huh? It has been fun. We even did the headliner (several hours but not as much cussing as the internet instructions mentioned...lol.)
You a Ford guy at heart. Cathi04 is all about Chevrolet.....and she should stop by the house so we can do a car comparison
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #11 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 11:43pm » |
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I've got a 2002 monte carlo, bought it last year with 10k on it. for some reason people want to race me all the time. there's a couple of guys around here who get all butt hurt if i pass they're vetts. not racing they're just going slower than me until i pass then they have to catch up and blow by.
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #12 on: Jul 2nd, 2006, 11:51pm » |
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I had a mid life crisis after both kids left for college and bought a mini van. My oldest daughter said, and I quote, "I hope you enjoy driving your invisible kids around town, loser.".................sigh, they can cut soooo deep!
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #13 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 12:01am » |
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Don't laugh !
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« Reply #14 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 5:28am » |
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #15 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 5:36am » |
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on Jul 3rd, 2006, 5:28am, Jonny wrote:
Yum. Did you know that they are officially going to be producing that in 2008? Absolutely beautiful......but I am waiting to see what happens with this as well:
Hopefully the words "It's a Go" will ring true for the new Camaro, too.
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #16 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 7:17am » |
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I have always loved the Bentley, but I'll never ever have the chance to own one. I'm like Jonny--I own a tuna can on wheels, but I always get to my destination with my seat belt on.
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« Reply #17 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 8:52am » |
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I own a 97' Pontiac Bonneville SSEI. It's enough power for me  . Hubby is still looking to purchase a 98' Trans-Am to replace the 84' he sold a month ago. It'll be nice to own, as it has the T-Tops like our old one, and A/C (which I LOVE).
His youngest brother bought the old one, so we still see it around.
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« Reply #18 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 10:38am » |
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #19 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 11:17am » |
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1998 Dodge RAM (work horse)
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« Reply #20 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 11:58am » |
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BMW before I-drive..........nice!
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« Reply #21 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 12:34pm » |
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I have a hot rod with no motor.
Six months ago I put some parts in the dishwasher for a good cleaning. They're still in there. Wife hasn't even noticed yet.
The only reason we have a kitchen is because it came with the house.
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« Reply #22 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 1:17pm » |
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Sweet beamer All nice cars and trucks.
I was going to get an Acura TL but ended up getting a silver Honda Pilot. I am getting way too practical these days. But at my height, I really needed something roomy for once in my life. I am glad I did though, I love it.
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« Reply #23 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 1:31pm » |
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Sweeet!
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Re: Any car enthusiasts in here?
« Reply #24 on: Jul 3rd, 2006, 1:44pm » |
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My car is the pink 67 Mercury. The Mustang is my brothers.
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