Do you drive a Sports car ?

[honeybear]

Hi,

Fans of cars as well? Do you drive a sportive American car ?

Post here. Pictures welcome ;)

[haqking]

Hi,

Fans of cars as well? Do you drive a sportive American car ?

Post here. Pictures welcome ;)

being done here http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?p=11417052 if you want to post in it

[honeybear]

being done here http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?p=11417052 if you want to post in it
In the link you gave, it is what car do you drive.


well, it is not so much the same. In this thread, it is more dedicated to :

- Pictures of a sportive car
- Tuning accepted, ...
- Great engines,
- Vintage sportive cars as well...
...

Lot of horse power ;)

[LowSky]

Do you mean Sports Cars? English translations can be tricky.

[CharlesA]

Fixed the title..

No, I don't drive a sports car for two reasons:

A) I cannot afford it.
B) I don't want to pay out my nose for insurance (and gas).

[honeybear]

Do you mean Sports Cars? English translations can be tricky.

thank you Lowsky

[KiwiNZ]

I think a better title would be American muscle cars. I have always found American "sports" cars to be powerful but not sporty.

[3Miro]

I used to have one, after a few tickets and couple of broken engines, I moved to something more practical.

[honeybear]

I used to have one, after a few tickets and couple of broken engines, I moved to something more practical.

which one you had?

[3Miro]

which one you had?

Dodge Daytona. I think it was 1991. This was 7 years ago of course.

[hansdown]

Mopar (Crystler), was top dog, in the 70's.

Love them.

I had a '77 ford granada. Don't laugh.

I smoked firebirds, with that 302 motor.

Now, I drive an economical Toyota.

It won't die.

I've tried.

[PapaGary]

I drive a real sports car. (Only driven on weekends by elderly gentleman.)

[hansdown]

I drive a real sports car. (Only driven on weekends by elderly gentleman.)

For safety purposes, that's not you behind the wheel, is it?

[PapaGary]

For safety purposes, that's not you behind the wheel, is it?
:confused: It most certainly is.

[hansdown]

:confused: It most certainly is.

Umm..., good, I was just worried, that some hopped-up kid, might try, to emulate the test course, on a real road. ;)

Did notice, some suspention inadequacies.

[PapaGary]

Umm..., good, I was just worried, that some hopped-up kid, might try, to emulate the test course, on a real road. ;)
Notice my edit.;)


Did notice, some suspention inadequacies.
Hey, what ever it takes. It has Koni Sport shocks with Ground Control coil overs and even though I went into that corner a little hot it still stuck like glue. I think that was my fastest run of the day.

[hansdown]

Notice my edit.;)


Hey, what ever it takes. It has Koni Sport shocks with Ground Control coil overs and even though I went into that corner a little hot it still stuck like glue. I think that was my fastest run of the day.

I apologize,PapaGary.

Your driving skill,is better,than mine.

I'm used to heavier cars.

[matthekc]

Does a 2000 Prelude count it super reliable and gets over 20 miles to the gallon I consider it a sporty economy car however...

0- 60 in 7.6 seconds with the 5-speed manual gearbox.
The speedo goes to 150 and I had buried it years ago.

http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/1997-to-2001-honda-prelude-1.htm

[hansdown]

Does a 2000 Prelude count it super reliable and gets over 20 miles to the gallon I consider it a sporty economy car however...

0- 60 in 7.6 seconds with the 5-speed manual gearbox.
The speedo goes to 150 and I had buried it years ago.

http://consumerguideauto.howstuffworks.com/1997-to-2001-honda-prelude-1.htm

Preludes rock.

It's amazing, how much HP, comes from a smaller engine.

[mips]

:confused: It most certainly is.

I see one knocked over cone :tongue:

[hansdown]

I see one knocked over cone :tongue:

Two, actually.

They're from a previous run.

[mattxhand]

I had a Mazdaspeed Protege :) Possibly one of the most amusing cars ever made (when it isn't falling apart or broken down)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4133/5090385458_e79c946685.jpg

[Roasted]

I have a 2001 Hyundai Elantra. She's gorgeous. Packing an exhilarating 4 cylinder engine, 5 speed transmission, and stock 15" wheels. She comes fully equipped with an aftermarket mirror and non-repaired dents across the driver side thanks to being hit broadside by two deer at the same time. Don't ask, I don't know either.

http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/2006/p1020491scaleddown.png

She has, however, had an attempted repair job since this photo was taken by yours truly who took a grinder to the rust area and bare'd it, then after some quick Googling for bondo tips slapped some bondo on, sanded it, painted it with some light tan base and called it a day.

Hey, she turns on when I flip the key, stops when I hit the left pedal, goes when I hit the right pedal, and isn't too hungry of a date at the gas pumps. Minimal repair jobs needed, cheap replacement parts, 165k and smiling. We'll hit 300k easy. :D

On topic:
Someday I'll have that '63 Vette...

[PapaGary]

I see one knocked over cone :tongue:



Two, actually.

They're from a previous run.

Those are "Pointer Cones" to indicate direction. Any knocked down cones are reset before each run.

[DougieFresh4U]

I am getting my Mustang GT ready for winter storage.
Went to a classic car museum a couple of weeks ago where thy had 160 'old' cars on display. Had a great time and these old cars were awesome.

[PuddingKnife]

I've got my eyes on a Subaru Impreza WRX. I'd love a WRX Sti, but I'm pretty sure the bump in my insurance would be too much for my lady to tolerate :P

[Swagman]

I drive (fly) a Cylon Raider

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/2536/civlights1.jpg

[honeybear]

I am getting my Mustang GT ready for winter storage.
Went to a classic car museum a couple of weeks ago where thy had 160 'old' cars on display. Had a great time and these old cars were awesome.

thanks for the pics of the museum. More, anytime welcome :)

Nice car: http://ubuntuforums.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=207487&d=1321625734

Which year is your Mustang GT ?

[forrestcupp]

If I drive my kid to sporting events, is my minivan considered a sports car? :)

[Old_Grey_Wolf]

You could call it a Sports Car. Pontiac Grand Prix, 3.8 liter V6, 200 HP. It's 12 years old and still runs great.

[grimslider75]

No, I think they are useless, however, I can't help but wish that I had one for a day :P

[alan2796]

Not quite american muscle but:

A slightly tuned VW Golf R32.

3.2 V6 4WD (Supercharged). Top Speed 174mph :D

[fdrake]

yes I do I drive a Lamborghini everynight (in my dreams)

[SuperFreak]

Devinci Apex ,only one I drive

not exactly a sports car though

[anna2112]

I dont drive sports car because I dont know how to drive...hehehe
but i want to learn.. but i prefer to be more simplier, not a sports car.
I also love vintage cars...

[bluexrider]

I dont drive sports car because I dont know how to drive...hehehe
but i want to learn.. but i prefer to be more simplier, not a sports car.
I also love vintage cars...
I have a nice car you can drive.....hehehe

[cptrohn]

When I was a kid I had a 1978 Trans Am... We got it with a blown motor at auction pretty cheap... Swapped out the 400 for a 454, 4 speed...

Good lord that car would flat out fly...


I don't think I could afford the gas to drive it around the block now.. lol

[Junosix]

Think this counts - Peugeot 205 GTI with an Mi16 (1.9 16V engine from the 405) conversion. Heck of a fun car to drive!

[honeybear]

Think this counts - Peugeot 205 GTI with an Mi16 (1.9 16V engine from the 405) conversion. Heck of a fun car to drive!

They say that this car is amazing to drive . I have never had the chance to have one. They designed with car with an important weight reduction compared to the reference 205 one. I guess that's why it is such a good response. It is light and the engine is sufficient.

An excellent ratio. Do you have picture of this nice car? That was also my favorite. Enjoy driving it;)

[BrokenKingpin]

I had an 88 Mazda 323 GT Turbo, which was surprisingly fast, for something that looked like it did (old school 4-door box). I upgraded the Turbo and exhaust (and a few other tings); had it running in the 14s at the drag strip. I loved that car, but eventually it died. I initially purchased the car for 300 bucks (CAD).

[VinDSL]

My ride is a '98 CiViC HX shell with a full '99 B16A2 Si swap.

Shaved, dropped, 160 HP, S4C tranny (4.40:1 final drive) 2315 LB curb weight...

http://honda-tech.com/picture.php?albumid=7290&pictureid=6613

http://honda-tech.com/picture.php?albumid=7290&pictureid=6609

[honeybear]

My ride is a '98 CiViC HX shell with a full '99 B16A2 Si swap.

Shaved, dropped, 160 HP, S4C tranny (4.40:1 final drive) 2315 LB curb weight...

http://honda-tech.com/picture.php?albumid=7290&pictureid=6613

http://honda-tech.com/picture.php?albumid=7290&pictureid=6609

very cool one :)

[T.exe]

How 'bout an Indian Muscle Car?? :D
Pity.. i couldn't make it to have this babe as my graduation gift! :(

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dyifLTEG8pE/SeQr6CKnSYI/AAAAAAAAAEY/7YmBVC2ZXGM/s400/black+contessa+3.JPG

[mips]

Maybe we need a definition of 'sports car' as muscle cars are only good for going in a straight line and then you get the 'ricers' which rev high but don't go that fast either.

(Just for the record I own a 6th gen. Honda Civic with a Acura Integra 1834cc B1B4 motor which is straight from the factory and not a custom job, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_Civic_(sixth_generation)#South_Africa_180i_C ivic which kills 1600 VTEC but it's still no sports car)

[Swagman]

How 'bout an Indian Muscle Car?? :D
Pity.. i couldn't make it to have this babe as my graduation gift! :(

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_dyifLTEG8pE/SeQr6CKnSYI/AAAAAAAAAEY/7YmBVC2ZXGM/s400/black+contessa+3.JPG

Indian Muscle ?

Looks like a HX Kingswood to me

[honeybear]

Maybe we need a definition of 'sports car' as muscle cars are only good for going in a straight line and then you get the 'ricers' which rev high but don't go that fast either.

(Just for the record I own a 6th gen. Honda Civic with a Acura Integra 1834cc B1B4 motor which is straight from the factory and not a custom job, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honda_Civic_(sixth_generation)#South_Africa_180i_C ivic which kills 1600 VTEC but it's still no sports car)

the 1988 wasnt that bad at all to drive.

[mips]

Indian Muscle ?

Looks like a HX Kingswood to me

Hindustan Contessa based on Vauxhall Victor VX.

But with a old 1800cc motor I doubt it has much muscle :biggrin:

[Junosix]

They say that this car is amazing to drive . I have never had the chance to have one. They designed with car with an important weight reduction compared to the reference 205 one. I guess that's why it is such a good response. It is light and the engine is sufficient.

An excellent ratio. Do you have picture of this nice car? That was also my favorite. Enjoy driving it;)
It is an INCREDIBLE drive. People don't quite want to believe that an ancient Peugeot can be so rewarding but I've never driven anything like it.

Pics!

http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug1.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug2.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug3.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug4.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug5.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug6.jpg

[Swagman]

Hindustan Contessa based on Vauxhall Victor VX.

But with a old 1800cc motor I doubt it has much muscle :biggrin:

Interesting. Thanks.

I bet it went like a sack of sh*t with that powerplant though!!

[honeybear]

It is an INCREDIBLE drive. People don't quite want to believe that an ancient Peugeot can be so rewarding but I've never driven anything like it.

Pics!

http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug1.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug2.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug3.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug4.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug5.jpg
http://junosix.adsl24.co.uk/pug/pug6.jpg

I never understood with this 205 gti has so much power.

In Germany if I recall well, they had a 1.8L as standard, and other in France the regular 1.1-1.3L. It was a relatively light car, is it right?

[VinDSL]

Maybe we need a definition of 'sports car' as muscle cars are only good for going in a straight line and then you get the 'ricers' which rev high but don't go that fast either.
Well, I own both...

My "muscle car" is a '68 AMC Javelin - 390 (small block) with an Isky 505 cam, Borg-Warner T10P tranny, blah, blah, blah.

It'll easily do 70 MPH in 1st gear. Good for shaking up friends that have never been in a muscle car. LoL!

You can be cruising at 65, drop it into 2nd gear, and it accelerates like you're coming off a stoplight.

I've never had it over 160 MPH. 120-140 is the sweetspot. After that, you're covering too much ground, too fast, and it ceases being fun, you know?

Anyway, that would be my definition of a muscle car: If it takes off at any speed - any gear - like you're taking off a stoplight, e.g. torque up the ying-yang, and RPMs to boot

My B16A2 is a totally different experience... There is NO TORQUE. Everything depends on the RPM.

You gotta come off the line HARD in a 6Gen CiViC!!!

There are various jokes about this:


Drive it like it's stolen!

H-O-N-D-A = Hold On Not Done Accelerating

Et cetera, et cetera.


Here's what it's like:

Coming off a stoplight WFO with a B16A2 is like being shot from a catapult - no wheel spin - no smoke - it just hooks up and you're gone (this is usually where you win the race - after that, the other guy is playing catch-up).

You're on the limiter (8200 RPM) almost immediately, and BOOM you slam it into 2nd.

In 2nd gear you're banging up against the limiter almost as fast as 1st gear, except now you're doing around 70 and accelerating like a mofo. Boom, slam it into 3rd.

3rd gear is interesting! Now, you have time to light a cig, drink a Coke, and see how far behind the other guy is. LoL! 3rd tops out around 110.

4th & 5th are a snooze. Basically, you're just building speed SLOWLY. All the excitement was over, after you left 2nd gear, really.

I'll stop now, before this turns into a diatribe... :)

[T.exe]

Interesting. Thanks.

I bet it went like a sack of sh*t with that powerplant though!!


It's very very rare and the ones existing here are the ones owned by enthusiasts and collectors.. and yes nowadays all are pumped with 3.2+L of 'pure un-adulterated muscle-power'.... :D

[Junosix]

I never understood with this 205 gti has so much power.

In Germany if I recall well, they had a 1.8L as standard, and other in France the regular 1.1-1.3L. It was a relatively light car, is it right?
The GTIs were 1.6 (115bhp) and 1.9 (130bhp). They only weigh about 880kg and have a very "blippy" throttle response. Top speed isn't very good when compared to modern cars (or even performance cars of the day) but it's all about the absolutely MENTAL handling around corners. Keep the revs up during that and the average speed you'll be doing means you'll beat a hell of a lot of other cars out there.

A popular conversion to do was to take the Citroen BX 16v / Peugeot 405 Mi16 engine (1.9 16v) and stick it in (engine mounts are the same). That's what I've done in mine and rather than it kind of peaking at about 4000rpm, it'll just keep on pulling. Couple that with the fact that the 205 is made out of metal that's barely thicker than the tin foil you'd get a takeaway meal in and you get a hell of a lightweight car with comparatively a lot of power. Brilliantly designed chassis and suspension setup gives it a very direct feel - you really feel everything going on under the wheels.

Interesting thing about German 205s is there was one called the Rallye, which I think in Germany was a 1.9 GTI engine but in an even more stripped down and lighter car than the standard GTI. The rest of the world had the Rallye but only with a 1.3 litre engine.

[BBQdave]

My first car was a fantastic Ford Fairmont (1980). This beast sported a 140 cu in OHC I4 with a four speed manual transmission! A blue beauty with four doors that I souped up with a Van Halen sticker and Radio Shack under dash cassette player, plus 7-band equalizer and Jensen speakers!

What a Happening Ride :D And it ran for a decade :confused:

[dagoth_pie]

No points for guessing what my car is. I ride a sports bike though.

[VinDSL]

No points for guessing what my car is. I ride a sports bike though.
I got one of those, too.

1985 Suzuki GS1150ESF (Tahitian blue) :D

Great sport bike! Fairly rare.

Most of those 1150 engines ended up in drag bikes...

[DougieFresh4U]

thanks for the pics of the museum. More, anytime welcome

Nice car: http://ubuntuforums.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=207487&d=1321625734

Which year is your Mustang GT ?
Here ya go, more pic's
My Mustang GT is a 1994 5.0, have had it since new :D
I'm very fond of the TRANS AMS, have had a few of same year.

[mips]

My ride is a '98 CiViC HX shell with a full '99 B16A2 Si swap.


Check this out http://civictype-r.co.za/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=177

Also watch some of his track videos in that thread where he kills bigger 'sports' cars ;)

[DougieFresh4U]

And let's not forget my summer hobby

[VinDSL]

Check this out http://civictype-r.co.za/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=177

Also watch some of his track videos in that thread where he kills bigger 'sports' cars ;)
On the pics... Nice snakes! I love good looking exhaust systems.

On the vid... Looks like it hooks up really well - minimal tire spin.

Good job!

[TeamRocket1233c]

Want to. Specifically a '73 Ford Mustang Mach I.

Other rides that I would like to drive, although they're not sporty cars, are either a '94 Ford Bronco 4x4 or a '98 Ford F-250 Power Stroke diesel 4x4.

Ultimately, as far as sporty cars go, it would be either the Lambo Gallardo, Ford GT, Chevy 'Vette Z06, Porsche 911 GT3RS, or Mercedes SLS AMG, or Dodge Viper SRT10 but there's no chance in hell the average person could afford them, except for maybe the 'Vette or the Viper.

[HermanAB]

Dodge Durango 5.7 litre V8 Hemi. Hardly a sports car, but it sure outruns most sports cars, either in a straight line, or off-road...

[TeamRocket1233c]

Dodge Durango 5.7 litre V8 Hemi. Hardly a sports car, but it sure outruns most sports cars, either in a straight line, or off-road...

Diesels are generally better for the jobsite or the trail. Gasoline engines are generally better for the strip, the track, or for everyday driving.

[mips]

Diesels are generally better for the jobsite or the trail. Gasoline engines are generally better for the strip, the track, or for everyday driving.

You from the US?

Nothing wrong with with diesels for everyday driving, they are actually very nice for everyday driving as they generate power at lower RPMs, requiring less gear changes, uses way less fuel so you get MUCH better mileage on a tank. You should check out some of the 'new' diesel technology out there.

Oh, and Audi has won the 12hr Sebring & 24hr Le Mans races a few times in a diesel car so they can be raced, I think this was more of a publicity thing but I could be wrong.

My next vehicle will be a diesel I reckon.

[TeamRocket1233c]

The main area where diesels really shine is hauling stuff or towing stuff, or going off-road though. Why do you think the only engine option in a modern semi is a diesel engine?

[mips]

The main area where diesels really shine is hauling stuff or towing stuff, or going off-road though. Why do you think the only engine option in a modern semi is a diesel engine?

No one is disputing that but at the same time they are great for cars as well.

[bootlegapparel]

Sure do, love it.

Mazda RX-7 Series 8, innocent blue.
http://www.allcarwiki.com/wiki/File:99rx7.jpg

Really fun car to drive.:P

[Swagman]

My Civic is an FK3 turbo diesel

I love the grunt without thrash

http://img220.imageshack.us/img220/2536/civlights1.jpg

[mips]

My Civic is an FK3 turbo diesel

I love the grunt without thrash


It's only good for construction sites and towing loads ;)

[Docaltmed]

Top speed: 55 mph
Cruising speed: 18 mph
Gas mileage: 23 miles per burrito

This is my daily ride, year-round. I commute to work, run errands. I even have a cargo trailer for hauling stuff.

The thing is a blast. It's like riding a human-powered go-kart.

http://www.docaltmed.com/aljimages/office-trike-resized.jpg

[Paqman]

The main area where diesels really shine is hauling stuff or towing stuff, or going off-road though. Why do you think the only engine option in a modern semi is a diesel engine?

Diesels are used for "working" vehicles because they're simply more efficient. Fleet owners pay attention to fuel costs.

Petrol engines only became widely used in cars because they traditionally gave a smoother ride due to their different method of burning the fuel. That's no longer the case with modern diesels, and there's been quite a shift towards diesels for cars of all sizes outside the US.

[Greenborn]

One must classify "sports car". There are sporty cars and there are sports cars. In my definition, a sports car has 2 doors, 2 seats, is light weight and of course fast and maneuverable. Particularly maneuverable while fast. In example- BBC Top Gear power laps list. These IMO are sports cars!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/topgear/show/powerlaps.shtml

[CharlesA]

~snip~

That is an awesome mode of transit. :D

[djsroknrol]

When I'm not on the computer, I'm driving my dream car. It's a 1984 Corvette. I hope that qualifies as a sports car...lol Here's a picture of it by the London Bridges' English Village with the bridge in the background....

[Paqman]

Here's a picture of it by the London Bridges' English Village with the bridge in the background....

Lol @ the "English Village" with palm trees :p