Any car lovers here? Enthusiasts?

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The discussion revolves around participants sharing their interests in cars, particularly focusing on personal experiences with various vehicles, modifications, and preferences in driving styles. The scope includes personal anecdotes, technical insights into car modifications, and expressions of enthusiasm for different car models.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express a love for speed and performance, with one sharing a top speed of 140 mph and a preference for cornering over straight-line acceleration.
  • Another participant recounts a personal story about a favorite car, a 2003 BMW 525i, which was totaled in an accident but was appreciated for its safety and comfort at high speeds.
  • One participant mentions owning a 450hp AWD Talon and currently having a 1985 4Runner and a modified 1960 VW, indicating ongoing projects and modifications.
  • A participant discusses their experience with LTX and LSX engines, mentioning a 94/95 Z28 project and expressing a desire to move on to a new project vehicle, such as a C6 or Factory Five GTM.
  • There is a discussion about the familiarity with late model GM vehicles, with one participant identifying the color of their C5 Corvette as Arctic White.
  • Another participant expresses interest in F-body cars, specifically an 02 WS6, while noting the high prices associated with them.
  • One participant highlights the varying levels of enthusiasm among members, noting that while many appreciate cars, few actively engage in technical discussions or modifications.
  • Another participant shares details about their VW modification process, including chopping and sectioning the vehicle and using lead-free solder for bodywork.

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Participants share a common interest in cars and modifications, but there are varying levels of technical engagement and enthusiasm. No consensus is reached on specific models or preferences, and multiple viewpoints are presented regarding car ownership and modifications.

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Some discussions reference personal experiences and preferences that may not be universally applicable. The conversation reflects a range of technical knowledge and engagement levels among participants.

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I'm sure we're not all the physics lovers that are super-studious and have no interests in the outside world other than the future of science and human knowledge. In fact, based on these boards, almost none of us are "that kind" of physics lover.

Some of us, like me, like to go fast.. so, any other car enthusiasts?

This is my current pride and joy:
[PLAIN]http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/1589/oliverw.png

Of course, I'm a bit of a wuss, and my current top speed is 140 mph, which is right at the end of 3rd gear. :shy: I'm more of a turn lover than a straight-line accel lover (though that's fun too!)
 
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my favorite car was a 2003 525i BMW, sport model. When some idiot driver totaled it by blind siding us on a city street, the first words out of my mouth were "My beautiful car!" even though my son and I were both in that car and subject to serious injury. We both walked away however, and I learned gradually to be very glad that I was blind sided in my favorite, and also safest, car. Here is a similar one:

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_bRUMBehiReI/RqbNlivE4LI/AAAAAAAAAMM/eKM51W63yjQ/DSC00149.JPG

This was not a quick car, only 180 hp, but one geared to run at high speed. It was very easy to reach 90-100 mph without even trying on the highway. And it always felt safe even at those speeds, cornering well, and holding the road excellently. Comfortable too, and with 10 speaker sound system, leather seats, xenon lights, ...oh well, ... it's gone now, but we are still here.
 
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Nice car. I would love a new one but they are kind of overpriced.

Here are my two current rides. I used to have a 450hp awd talon. I wish I still had that.

1985 4runner
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1960 VW that I chopped to pieces. If you like VW's scroll past quickly!
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It's obviously a work in progress. Thanks to school and work I haven't even looked at it for over a year.:cry:
 
I've worked on many LTX and LSX engines. Right now, I've got a 94/95 Z28 in the garage that I built out of my 94 that I totalled in 2005.

I don't drive it or mess with it almost at all anymore, but I don't really have the time or the passion for that specific vehicle anymore. Really I'd like to get rid of it and start with something else. My next project will be a C6 or something custom like a Factory Five GTM or similar.

Your pic is so bad that I'm assuming it's white but can't tell if it's early Arctic White or later Speedway White. :-p

Edit- It depends what level of enthusiast as well. Many people around here appreciate cars, but there don't seem to be too many that are actively turning wrenches. I've only seen one person other than myself that talks about ECM tuning, and a select few that have shown projects or participate in any discussions. It usually happens over in Mech Engr forum.
 
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GTM is a beautiful vehicle, but well beyond my means ( both money and know-how )

my C5 is a 99, but I am not sure what white they used that year.
 
Arctic White, which doesn't really matter. I was just showing that I'm pretty familiar with late model GM Y-body (vettes since '84) and F-body (camaro and firebird) vehicles.
 
I hear you. I'm really into f-bodies too, id really like an 02 Ws6 but everyone wants an arm and a leg for one.
 
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Edit- It depends what level of enthusiast as well. Many people around here appreciate cars, but there don't seem to be too many that are actively turning wrenches. I've only seen one person other than myself that talks about ECM tuning, and a select few that have shown projects or participate in any discussions. It usually happens over in Mech Engr forum.

I chopped that VW in the pics by 8" and sectioned it by 4". It will be on bags at all four corners too. That was a tad bit of labor. I've also started using lead free solder on the body instead of bondo. That stuff is haaaard to work with. :approve:

The 4runner...well it has a couple of mods too.
 
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I'm sure we're not all the physics lovers that are super-studious and have no interests in the outside world other than the future of science and human knowledge. In fact, based on these boards, almost none of us are "that kind" of physics lover.

Some of us, like me, like to go fast.. so, any other car enthusiasts?

This is my current pride and joy:
[PLAIN]http://img683.imageshack.us/img683/1589/oliverw.png

Of course, I'm a bit of a wuss, and my current top speed is 140 mph, which is right at the end of 3rd gear. :shy: I'm more of a turn lover than a straight-line accel lover (though that's fun too!)

nice ride :approve:
 
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