Those mad Englishmen, wondered what if Picasso had customized a Citreon 2cv

Via http://news.caradisiac.com/Citroen-Picasso-la-veritable-777 and http://www.autoblog.com/page/2/ and http://www.super2cv.com/

For terrific photography, look through Autoblog

For a couple other photos of this twin boom, 1951 Bissiluro, world record speed holder at one time of the 2000cc class : http://zelastchancegaragedu78.blogspot.com/2009/09/twin-boom.html
http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2007-goodwood-festival-of-speed-other-stuff/289984/

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For terrific photography, look through the Jalopy Journal

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=190945

'57 Zagato Maserati

Sexy looking car... Love to see one in person, photo's are only maginally effective at transferring the visual of how it looks as you stand before something this curvy.

Via www.supercars.net

The best customized reconfiguration of a Chrysler instrument gauge

http://www.autoblog.com/photos/2007-goodwood-festival-of-speed-other-stuff/289976/

GE Imagination at work

GE is going to attempt to put out a new product in the next 5 years for cars, it's a new coating that will shed water in a new way, and as the water slides off, it's supposed to scrub off dust and dirt.

"Research into so-called "hydrophobicity"—or the properties of water repellence—has been focusing for the most part on the surface structure of the lotus, an Asian plant that retains a pristine appearance despite thriving in muddy waterways.

Among other things, the texture of the plant's surface, which consists of microscopic "hills and valleys," creates a thin layer of air that prevents full contact with water or dirt. As a result, water rolls off its leaves, taking the dirt with it. "

GE says its coating would be expected to last about 10 years.

Via http://www.autoblog.com/2007/06/29/water-hating-coating-could-mean-easier-car-washes-more/

Wonder what this is.

At the end of a dead end... dumped there?

Another military truck just hanging around on city streets, Pinzguer

Some interesting 4 doors

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Neglected fastback Mustang, and some nice cared for ones.

Rust free, dusty from about a year of sitting around, and grnadma tires. Hmmm.

I noticed that this has a deep sump, SS badges, and spiderwebs between the tires and the

pavement. Must be fun when they do fire it up.

Lalique Hood ornaments

http://www.finesse-fine-art.com/Lalique/lallist.htm

Via http://www.classiccar.com/garage/blog/

Why the advertised MPG is so BS, and real world MPG is much less.

http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/how_tested.shtml

Doesn't give the accurate details of how they are tested by the EPA, AAA gave these details of the old test method, that has been in use since the 70's. The last time the test methods were revised was 1985.

This test presumes the speed limit is 55 (not for 10 years of more), that air conditioning won't be used, that the vehicle will take 18 seconds to get up to 60 mph.

Automakers under a new law will not be forced to display the more accurate (and worse) MPG estimate until the 2008 models.

AAA says that the smaller "city" mpg is closest to the true real world average mpg that your vehicle gets regardless of all other factors.

Starting in model year 2008, estimates will reflect the effects of:
Faster Speeds & Acceleration
Air Conditioner Use
Colder Outside Temperatures
http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/ratings2008.shtml

Once the new methods are in place, the EPA expects mpg estimates to drop for city driving by 10–20 percent from the original estimate for cars and trucks and by 5–15 percent for highway driving.

Hybrid vehicles will also be affected because the nature of their technology makes their fuel economy more sensitive to factors such as cold weather and AC use. Hybrid city mpg estimates are predicted to drop 20–30 percent while highway mpg estimates may fall about the same percent as that for conventional cars.

http://www.naftc.wvu.edu/NAFTC%20eNews/January%2006/epatest.html

Rare Porshe engines stolen, recovered, then auctioned to raise funds for a charity

Vasek Polak was a Porsche race car driver, Porsche collector and Porsche, BMW, and SAAB dealer. He died in a wreck on the autobahn in 1997, leaving his estate to his charity foundation that is a cancer research.

In 2000, thieves stole 7 NOS and race prepped Porsche motors, four naturally-aspirated Porsche 917K race engines, a NOS 3.0L Porsche 908, one 2.2L Porsche 907 Hillclimb engine, and one 3.4L Porsche 911 race engine.

His engines were stolen from Torrence Ca, and were found in El Segundo 6 years later.

Via AAA, and http://www.pelicanparts.com/vasekauction/

One famous Ferrari, probably why you recognize the name Testa Rosa

Testa Rosa = italian for red head... due to the red valve covers on a Ferrari engine
Driven by Carroll Shelby to 1st place at the Brynfan Tyddyn, Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania open road race

http://www.ibeam-net.com/pvr/0652MD_Testa_Rossa_back.html

Vancouver's Concours d'Elegance

http://www.steamworks.com/concours/04/main_05.htm

Good gallery of hot rods

http://parkoffka.ru/item/2007/6/15/hot_rody_bol_shaya_krasivaya_podborka_75_foto

The Portugal barnfind, in a better slideshow that describes the cars

http://www.intuh.net/barnfinds/

Thanks Cynthia!

A six pack of Whoop Ass...

how about that?

Is there really any comparison?

Nah, not really. A trio of Holleys on an Edelbrock wins every time.

2007 9ff Porsche Turbo TRC 91

What is it? It has 910 hp and 910 Nm, takes only 3.10 seconds from 0 to 100km/h and offers a top speed of 392km/h made possible by the modified double-clutch gearbox that goes with it. In the form of a convertible, with unbelievable 780hp resulting in 381km/h, it holds the absolute world record since October 2006. A supercar polished up Right, it must be a Porsche. But not just an ordinary one, no, it is the new Porsche 911 Turbo TRC 91 created by Nardo God 9ff. The artists from Dortmund turned the already extremely sporty bolide into one of the fastest and most powerful street-legal sports cars around the globe. The supercar‘s 3.6 litre biturbo ‚boxer‘ engine was modified in great detail. Not only two special turbochargers increase the performance, but also the sport air filter, larger injectors, modified cylinder heads and a stainless steel exhaust system with special manifolds as well as high-performance catalysts, and, finally, an extensive increase in engine displacement resulting in 4.0 litres. All modifications are perfectly harmonised by means of the reprogrammed engine control unit.

Thanks to the modified racing front grill, the engine is provided with more air while the brake cooling has been improved by - discrete - additional air intakes. A boot lid made of carbon allows a maximum weight reduction to 1,300 kg. Optimum performance is brought to perfection through revised aerodynamics en-hancing the powerful Porsche‘s driving stability while creating an atmosphere of even more dynamic elegance. The monstrous inner workings, however, do not re-veal themselves that easily to a layperson. The experts at 9ff confined themselves to a slightly lower front apron and elegant 20-inch wheels with a larger braking system. New and shapely front spoilers, side skirts and redesigned rear wings add to the aerodynamic kit while the elegant and aerodynamically enhanced exterior mirrors are the crowning glory of the whole.

To sum it up, the 9ff Turbo TRC 91 was made for those among us who are real gentlemen - it is a decent horsepower werewolf.

From 9ff Press Release

2007 Ferrari Dino Concept Design by Ugur Sahin

(from Ugur Sahin) Presenting Ferrari Dino Concept Design Ferrari Dino Concept design is the modernized version of the successful Ferrari Dino produced by Ferrari.The goal was to create a car that feels stylish, modern, dynamic and organic while staying true to the original design language of the Ferrari Dino and Ferrari brand in general. The main characteristic of the Dino Concept design is the way it looks similar to the original Dino. With very round styling elements around the wheelbases and its cockpit, it looks retro and modern at the same time. With the right proportions combined, the car looks very dynamic and stylish. It stays true to its original with the design of the rear and the front being rounded and avoiding the hard edges as much as possible. Also the rear window opening is a striking feature originating from the original Ferrari Dino. The air intakes scoops however are very different compared to the original Dino, they look very organic and visually add a very organic feel to the car.