tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-73039241316515135342024-02-18T22:25:58.857-08:00Cars Water Boomskaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.comBlogger140125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-24681538263620864082013-10-10T11:40:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.060-07:002013 Audi S6 <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0_f4UIT1VGVJEcWV0Xu61IPSfxQ9o7RpoKBsfdZ0FywAdL1h459u3-ze24CQDrACaZed-yzB5JNq0H8wbYBDXRxedsFCQn88i4jRjJ1PsPhE4GFN8px-BtwYUf3A_JOkdPJwUSGJ2vjs/s1600/2013-audi-s6-40t-sedan-photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0_f4UIT1VGVJEcWV0Xu61IPSfxQ9o7RpoKBsfdZ0FywAdL1h459u3-ze24CQDrACaZed-yzB5JNq0H8wbYBDXRxedsFCQn88i4jRjJ1PsPhE4GFN8px-BtwYUf3A_JOkdPJwUSGJ2vjs/s320/2013-audi-s6-40t-sedan-photo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Audi S6 is the high performance variant of the Audi A6, an executive car produced by German automaker Audi. It went on sale in 1994, shortly after the "A6" designation was introduced, replacing the "100" nameplate. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKo7-Qf1EfTUniJp9tLbeOcRhDyTlrDZgLgSLxcUGz9i6qUXZ8UF2vOPeXF51BMoP84UW5UPsrb8D-nkHeevw1tvqU0_Nnk8vrtol7iU_b1xdSkiiOEV8tZjThw52KYmJ2pCnEpqcWwLk/s1600/2013_Audi_S6_--_2012_DC.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKo7-Qf1EfTUniJp9tLbeOcRhDyTlrDZgLgSLxcUGz9i6qUXZ8UF2vOPeXF51BMoP84UW5UPsrb8D-nkHeevw1tvqU0_Nnk8vrtol7iU_b1xdSkiiOEV8tZjThw52KYmJ2pCnEpqcWwLk/s320/2013_Audi_S6_--_2012_DC.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />The original S6 (Ur-S6) was largely the same car as the outgoing, original Audi S4 (C4) (Ur-S4), with the only visible differences being new body-cladding and badging. In certain markets where the even-higher performance RS6 which is also based on the A6 is not sold, the S6 is the most powerful A6 trim there. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMFMT6yOp3he7QusNpYzpBoMgqXo8GzydcpQKLwEAJ4jo3UJPEuJ-8_XBGRuGczUlsc7aCLdWSUp57bGH5lPqzQ4UOz5vvo2sgu_0PTfuPrLFQahufjSh-VTv1lHWY8ddpwpHwBHAh4c/s1600/2013-Audi-S6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMFMT6yOp3he7QusNpYzpBoMgqXo8GzydcpQKLwEAJ4jo3UJPEuJ-8_XBGRuGczUlsc7aCLdWSUp57bGH5lPqzQ4UOz5vvo2sgu_0PTfuPrLFQahufjSh-VTv1lHWY8ddpwpHwBHAh4c/s1600/2013-Audi-S6.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2XRQPrLAsSEUaap54RAXukBw76OuAI1pappljoP2h5RQBmrvCMgLfTLDD32hhbkiVG5BHhzP6i3cX8N3TILc7KnMIwjT44SB-pRBENtvxDaI6sMCBlVfnZivO4HjPhgNwLBlZe6wPM_A/s1600/2013_audi_s6_us.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2XRQPrLAsSEUaap54RAXukBw76OuAI1pappljoP2h5RQBmrvCMgLfTLDD32hhbkiVG5BHhzP6i3cX8N3TILc7KnMIwjT44SB-pRBENtvxDaI6sMCBlVfnZivO4HjPhgNwLBlZe6wPM_A/s320/2013_audi_s6_us.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The S6, like all Audi "S" models, is fitted as standard with Audi's trademark quattro four-wheel drive (4WD) system, the S6 using the Torsen-based permanent 4WD. <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnoiSUaWTrKUUsIJPcV0n9vOUPDEuepsyhnpYZf17eJDlYQmrq2W37boD08SIjhsZ_iT7ZdjsSqXBhG5LycUipJrwKDMUs7eJeLic_tiutyzKOH1zDWMCG5SCNZ2Hrwm373umpxgNyqRE/s1600/2013_audi_s6_us_8_1024x768.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnoiSUaWTrKUUsIJPcV0n9vOUPDEuepsyhnpYZf17eJDlYQmrq2W37boD08SIjhsZ_iT7ZdjsSqXBhG5LycUipJrwKDMUs7eJeLic_tiutyzKOH1zDWMCG5SCNZ2Hrwm373umpxgNyqRE/s320/2013_audi_s6_us_8_1024x768.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Audi’s lineup of V-8–powered S models is growing, and each S has its own place. Of the four models with the new twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8, the 420-hp S7 is the beauty, and the 520-hp S8 is the big daddy with lots of extra baubles. The Europhile’s choice, the S6 Avant, won’t be offered here, which leaves the four-door S6 as the serious performance sedan. Under the skin, it is virtually identical to the S7. But thanks to the lack of a hatch and its slightly more compact dimensions, the S6 weighs about 100 fewer pounds, and it has a slightly narrower track. The chassis components are identical, however, and so are the engine and the transmission. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA4q88GS-uTfbESRoQ2r0B7MW7ulozlL9IkEq1kVuhQbaBIqQibeDYu-5veQpK6THZnmr_lkOYuDeksjrqEEEgZv8OjEAMIckU7FExp5urwHfGU96H7AYv9jf7iFGtk1KlqdyrCnFP7Pc/s1600/audi-s6-2013.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiA4q88GS-uTfbESRoQ2r0B7MW7ulozlL9IkEq1kVuhQbaBIqQibeDYu-5veQpK6THZnmr_lkOYuDeksjrqEEEgZv8OjEAMIckU7FExp5urwHfGU96H7AYv9jf7iFGtk1KlqdyrCnFP7Pc/s320/audi-s6-2013.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Which is a good thing. As in the S7, the force-fed V-8 produces 420 hp at 6400 rpm, and maximum torque—an impressive 406 lb-ft—is available from 1400 all the way to 5200 rpm. The power is put through a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission and a rear-biased all-wheel-drive system. <br /><br />The 2013 S6 walks in some big footprints. Its immediate predecessor was more powerful, packing a 435-hp naturally aspirated 5.2-liter V-10. And that powertrain was capable of sending a chill down your spine simply from its F1-like exhaust note. The new V-8 emits a menacing growl but doesn’t quite match up to the raging V-10. On the plus side, the new engine is not only a bit more torquey but also more efficient—by a whopping 25 percent, according to Audi. It’s also much quicker.<br /><br />more on: <b><span style="color: blue;"><span class="url" id="yui_3_10_0_1_1381430034482_475">caranddriver.com</span></span></b><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6GxNQfcvUycOGaFUg30Jr31ULepOlGIUSn3aN81CpYjzAYqtlQgVDdvhH1dM8LCgVM9ggJAoB79D9Cn-448Lg23iWujEap3r9yNV-Tq6hM74ttQCbxzO_whkgyIPHzXZNBqODTy4-yeM/s1600/th.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6GxNQfcvUycOGaFUg30Jr31ULepOlGIUSn3aN81CpYjzAYqtlQgVDdvhH1dM8LCgVM9ggJAoB79D9Cn-448Lg23iWujEap3r9yNV-Tq6hM74ttQCbxzO_whkgyIPHzXZNBqODTy4-yeM/s1600/th.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><div class="gsc-blogResult gsc-result" style="text-align: center;"><div class="gs-blogResult gs-result"><div class="gs-title"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/11/2013-audi-a6.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 2013 <b>Audi</b> A6</a></span></i></div><div class="gs-relativePublishedDate"><i><span style="color: yellow;">Nov 02, 2012</span></i></div><div class="gs-snippet"><i><span style="color: yellow;">Audi redesigned A6 for the 2012 model year. For 2013, the lineup will expand to include a 4-cylinder model with all-wheel drive (previous 4-cylinder A6s were front-drive only). The high-performance S6 also returns, and we <b>...</b></span></i></div><div class="gs-visibleUrl"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-visibleUrl" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/</a></span></i></div></div></div><div class="gsc-blogResult gsc-result" style="text-align: center;"><div class="gs-blogResult gs-result"><div class="gs-title"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/02/2013-audi-a8.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 2013 <b>Audi</b> A8</a></span></i></div><div class="gs-relativePublishedDate"><i><span style="color: yellow;">Feb 04, 2013</span></i></div><div class="gs-snippet"><i><span style="color: yellow;">For 2013, the 4.2-liter V8 engine featured in the Audi A8 has been replaced by a supercharged V6 that delivers better performance. Beyond that, a smaller yet more powerful turboV8 is also available. Later, a diesel V6 will <b>...</b></span></i></div><div class="gs-visibleUrl"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-visibleUrl" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/</a></span></i></div></div></div><div class="gs-title" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/04/audi-quattro-a1-and-a2.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Audi</b> Quattro - A1 and A2</a></span></i></div><div class="gs-relativePublishedDate" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: yellow;">Apr 29, 2012</span></i></div><div class="gs-snippet" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: yellow;">The original Audi Quattro competition car debuted in 1980, first as a development car, and then on a formal basis in the 1980 Janner Rally in Austria. Largely based on the bodyshell of the road-going Quattro models (in <b>...</b></span></i></div><div class="gs-visibleUrl" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: yellow;"><a class="gs-visibleUrl" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/</a></span></i></div><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-47653051189930271552013-09-16T11:48:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.068-07:00 R Type Continental<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHZyRFMQ03s5cSaya8K_wGScJ1bRbZjvBXy5ISe-URb4wQmutRg8JzMvWiB5i3I0Yg_0D2fH6eFaWg8dYaW5PIEgH-B6qOFnhzCT9WoyLwTrfuC4ciMkUQkQBBTP6TlXuf80-aNKKPcsg/s1600/Bentley+R-Type+H.J.+Mulliner+Continental.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHZyRFMQ03s5cSaya8K_wGScJ1bRbZjvBXy5ISe-URb4wQmutRg8JzMvWiB5i3I0Yg_0D2fH6eFaWg8dYaW5PIEgH-B6qOFnhzCT9WoyLwTrfuC4ciMkUQkQBBTP6TlXuf80-aNKKPcsg/s320/Bentley+R-Type+H.J.+Mulliner+Continental.jpg" height="156" width="320" /></a></div>In 1952, Bentley, then owned by Rolls-Royce, needed to replace its Mark VI model. The R Type was the car to do it. That gave birth to the R Type Continental, pictured here, which had a top speed of nearly 120 mph, making it the fastest four-seater in the world.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV5BmYNhkcvNwEYcXOhXqzJECU92i3h7JljF3lwBHvNGfqaCLdVrHWEFnvfVlPxchH4ibTQv5BkZ3OuzKctTFJ8sVZ7tc7u1OCZ7VYT2VFF-mlvdlhN9QPYKTZMQlMY74_jRfp252SCeU/s1600/1954_Bentley_R-Type_Continental_coup%C3%A9_011_4568.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiV5BmYNhkcvNwEYcXOhXqzJECU92i3h7JljF3lwBHvNGfqaCLdVrHWEFnvfVlPxchH4ibTQv5BkZ3OuzKctTFJ8sVZ7tc7u1OCZ7VYT2VFF-mlvdlhN9QPYKTZMQlMY74_jRfp252SCeU/s320/1954_Bentley_R-Type_Continental_coup%C3%A9_011_4568.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div> Read more: <span style="color: blue;">businessinsider.com </span><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/06/the-lamborghini-aventador.html">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/06/the-lamborghini-aventador.html</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>The R Type</b></i></div><i><br /></i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipp3nkVsPNEhVXpSUCu7yOkJh9jJy_kBv4w2xrbfn8_QyLuQ5HJdi0Y9UupEnkja9paMgACt4QUM2WZTX8ORJFXOaMhUDjSsyMrwou_byyLknnFZC6Fd5EVMkuo2uVzGosHdZkCrXNn7A/s1600/1952-bentley-r-type-continental-coupe-mulliner_33981956.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipp3nkVsPNEhVXpSUCu7yOkJh9jJy_kBv4w2xrbfn8_QyLuQ5HJdi0Y9UupEnkja9paMgACt4QUM2WZTX8ORJFXOaMhUDjSsyMrwou_byyLknnFZC6Fd5EVMkuo2uVzGosHdZkCrXNn7A/s320/1952-bentley-r-type-continental-coupe-mulliner_33981956.jpg" height="256" width="320" /></a></div><i>The R Type is the second series of post-war Bentley automobiles, replacing the Mark VI. Essentially a larger-boot version of the Mk VI, the R type is regarded by some as a stop-gap before the introduction of the S series cars in 1955. As with its predecessor, a standard body was available as well as coachbuilt versions by firms including H. J. Mulliner & Co., Park Ward, Harold Radford, Freestone and Webb and others. </i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl_nj2oxY7RqezEvOv99VRTEUoow_JgZeJsGnb8Eo0GSVSSsBsINXRwyBWWK6TM5aV4Rfemyv6L0parerBWNfXtO-a0TRFAohyphenhyphenHgDJ1HD7s5IvoBDJ7JWAa93qBaXLoWSpWWx4FNm-AgU/s1600/1954_Bentley_R-Type_Continental_Franay_Fastback.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl_nj2oxY7RqezEvOv99VRTEUoow_JgZeJsGnb8Eo0GSVSSsBsINXRwyBWWK6TM5aV4Rfemyv6L0parerBWNfXtO-a0TRFAohyphenhyphenHgDJ1HD7s5IvoBDJ7JWAa93qBaXLoWSpWWx4FNm-AgU/s320/1954_Bentley_R-Type_Continental_Franay_Fastback.JPG" height="183" width="320" /></a></div><i><br /></i><i>Other than the radiator grilles and the carburation there was little difference between the standard Bentley R Type and the Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn. The R Type was the more popular marque, with some 2,500 units manufactured during its run to the Silver Dawn's 760. </i><br /><i><br /></i><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWdLeSgqP9a7RbByaWzU8oZRih9RiHURpbqlPfQxzU1LRsSWbbM97dJo5CWEfQGfz5j21LeeM1cNlkBdLjd0hHLcChemv4CB7NZuUbV87RNjDMbeWy4vLBt4SbIuhhdwEqSmQ94D5jfw/s1600/bentley.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSWdLeSgqP9a7RbByaWzU8oZRih9RiHURpbqlPfQxzU1LRsSWbbM97dJo5CWEfQGfz5j21LeeM1cNlkBdLjd0hHLcChemv4CB7NZuUbV87RNjDMbeWy4vLBt4SbIuhhdwEqSmQ94D5jfw/s320/bentley.jpg" height="182" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b>R-Type Continental </b></i></div><i><br /></i><i>Despite its name, the two-door Continental was produced principally for the domestic home market, the majority of cars produced (207, plus BC26A, AKA Olga, the prototype) being right-hand drive, with a 43 left-hand drive examples produced for use abroad. The chassis was produced at the Rolls Royce Crewe factory and shared many components with the standard R type. </i><br /><br /><i>Other than the R-Type standard steel saloon, R-Type Continentals were delivered as rolling chassis to the coachbuilder of choice. Coachwork for most of these cars was completed by H. J. Mulliner & Co. who mainly built them in fastback coupe form. Other coachwork came from Park Ward (London) who built six, later including a drophead coupe version. Franay (Paris) built five, Graber (Wichtrach, Switzerland) built three, one of them later altered by Köng (Basle, Switzerland), and Pininfarina made one. James Young (London) built in 1954 a Sports Saloon for the owner of the company, James Barclay. </i><br /><i><br /></i><i>The early R Type Continental has essentially the same engine as the standard R Type, but with modified carburation, induction and exhaust manifolds along with higher gear ratios.[3] After July 1954 the car was fitted with an engine, having now a larger bore of 94.62 mm (3.7 in) with a total displacement of 4.9 L (4887 cc/298 in³). The compression ratio was raised to 7.25:1. </i><br /><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><i><br /></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-7466603760218329622013-09-16T11:34:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.075-07:001986-1992 Mazda RX-7<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF2bmbwopKfOs6V_Mj5vmV9vt6GRm-D4qjDa5DL3Qnww39LYP7yw6ZTC_MkkliixYvPODlVyWmVtYPwEM44qHOyH7TkvsnhD_aBXjKzWrdUkdz0Tar2XDiVfJazF3OuGh4lnKwyP6LrZk/s1600/fc1my.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjF2bmbwopKfOs6V_Mj5vmV9vt6GRm-D4qjDa5DL3Qnww39LYP7yw6ZTC_MkkliixYvPODlVyWmVtYPwEM44qHOyH7TkvsnhD_aBXjKzWrdUkdz0Tar2XDiVfJazF3OuGh4lnKwyP6LrZk/s320/fc1my.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />In between Mazda's unexpected and brilliant first-generation "FB" RX-7 (1978–1985) and its legendary and brilliant third-generation "FD" RX-7 (1993–1995) there was the nice, capable but not brilliant "FC" RX-7 (1986–1992). But not being brilliant shouldn't keep a car from being appreciated as, in the context of its time, being one of the best. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik3l_kuAySy35ttTehKahum9uVzXuBTC6ZccAsPj08bl4NjTayVuBtGvBTh01yi3MWCC04ENt2w152NrmfWIapNOSDUGG7Tv5AIWeaMJ1yryG7pBmq22GjpHz7CDzHNVsTnG7IFnnUDFc/s1600/mazda_rx-7_27.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEik3l_kuAySy35ttTehKahum9uVzXuBTC6ZccAsPj08bl4NjTayVuBtGvBTh01yi3MWCC04ENt2w152NrmfWIapNOSDUGG7Tv5AIWeaMJ1yryG7pBmq22GjpHz7CDzHNVsTnG7IFnnUDFc/s320/mazda_rx-7_27.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjdJQWwbEyjAseZj9z82LIeY6cTJrhf36sRJM3hqqJgRVg5yWGGZYT4JvPWDMWG3h-JEdjjpr6HinLf8l_ab9x6tPClZBWNLIOuHHl4h6u3MonYCn33a-FljRPBXpiMXcBl9CogA6i2I/s1600/Mazda-RX7FC-002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjdJQWwbEyjAseZj9z82LIeY6cTJrhf36sRJM3hqqJgRVg5yWGGZYT4JvPWDMWG3h-JEdjjpr6HinLf8l_ab9x6tPClZBWNLIOuHHl4h6u3MonYCn33a-FljRPBXpiMXcBl9CogA6i2I/s320/Mazda-RX7FC-002.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The second RX-7 brought with it several significant developments, including an independent rear suspension, rack and pinion steering and a new turbocharged model. Even a convertible was offered starting with the 1988 models. Normally aspirated models started the model run with 146-hp available from the company's "13B" rotary engines, which grew to 160 hp in 1989 models. The Turbo models started with 182 hp and grew to 200 with the introduction of the Turbo II model for 1989. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnHa5486mKEA-_b0Z8v2C7ScqhJjzz8HBIk5c1LTlIKxAD1LYGIMBaWiDyCN_T2rLULMRelILmAm3hVE47-7tJPOF1qWPoBXBdTX-vTRleisEIUFC7QYodsKZOwWSQT5yF_-_PVcWNm8c/s1600/mazda_rx-7_29.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnHa5486mKEA-_b0Z8v2C7ScqhJjzz8HBIk5c1LTlIKxAD1LYGIMBaWiDyCN_T2rLULMRelILmAm3hVE47-7tJPOF1qWPoBXBdTX-vTRleisEIUFC7QYodsKZOwWSQT5yF_-_PVcWNm8c/s320/mazda_rx-7_29.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Unlike the first-generation RX-7, which could seem primitive and raw, the second one was always smooth, composed and thoroughly modern. It was also better built than the first RX-7 and far more practical in daily use than the more narrowly focused third-generation car. But it seems sweet-naturedness can take a car only so far. <br /><br />Read more: <span style="color: blue;">PopularMechanics.com </span><br /><br /><br /><br /><i><br /></i><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The Mazda RX-7 is a sports car produced by the Japanese automaker Mazda from 1978 to 2002. The original RX-7 featured a 1146 cc twin-rotor Wankel rotary engine and a front-midship, rear-wheel drive layout. </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The RX-7 replaced the RX-3 (both were sold in Japan as the Savanna) and later replaced all other Mazda rotary-engine cars except the Cosmo. The original RX-7 was a sports car with pop-up headlamps. The compact and lightweight Wankel engine (rotary engine) is situated slightly behind the front axle, a configuration marketed by Mazda as "front mid-engine". </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>It was offered as a two-seat coupé, with optional "occasional" rear seats in Japan, Australia, the United States, and other parts of the world. These rear seats were initially marketed as a dealer-installed option for the North American markets. 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The softer, more artfully crafted lines of the time made the Thunderbird comparable to cars like the Corvette and Bel Air. <br /><br />One of our readers, Tom, wanted us to feature his stunning 1963 Thunderbird Sports Roadster with the special M Code option. And she’s a beaut– here’s the full story: <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOWbNbDU_1JVFlTEkDOb4L64hn5QsVzscO0zkFbYK45u8ySsXxstEY1Xi_rCIciNfABRjQk2RD9ntopoJrfnP_rJ67ZrVkjfnRdpngJxgd0UEjgXeHGabLJv2CJVddg-UOu6eUqL75bAs/s1600/1963_Ford_Thunderbird_Convertible.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOWbNbDU_1JVFlTEkDOb4L64hn5QsVzscO0zkFbYK45u8ySsXxstEY1Xi_rCIciNfABRjQk2RD9ntopoJrfnP_rJ67ZrVkjfnRdpngJxgd0UEjgXeHGabLJv2CJVddg-UOu6eUqL75bAs/s1600/1963_Ford_Thunderbird_Convertible.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="gs-title" style="text-align: center;"><i> </i></div><div class="gs-title" style="text-align: center;"><i><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/01/ford-thunderbird.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Ford Thunderbird</b></a></i></div><div class="gs-snippet" style="text-align: center;"><i> </i></div><div class="gs-snippet" style="text-align: center;"><i>Thunderbird ("T-Bird"), is an automobile manufactured by the Ford Motor Company in the United States over eleven model generations from 1955 through 2005. When introduced, it created the market niche eventually known <b>...</b></i></div><div class="gs-visibleUrl" style="text-align: center;"><i><a class="gs-visibleUrl" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/</a></i></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />1. How did you acquire your ride? <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZrq7KQ8sWaGZk6xpNMnQFWm6RctJsCWIrAXItVCKpmVLUt3xuwIlJCfMs7MJ5IcKqQeuZ0KvA7mhZ3YtLzPq49z2_p0yXCSA1HlwNlWpXZ04otToC3ys0NLi3MJ6z47Qdzig76gGj86Y/s1600/Ford_Thunderbird.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZrq7KQ8sWaGZk6xpNMnQFWm6RctJsCWIrAXItVCKpmVLUt3xuwIlJCfMs7MJ5IcKqQeuZ0KvA7mhZ3YtLzPq49z2_p0yXCSA1HlwNlWpXZ04otToC3ys0NLi3MJ6z47Qdzig76gGj86Y/s1600/Ford_Thunderbird.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>I acquired my ride by scouring the internet, month after month. Finally, I found the “holy grail” of all 1963 T-birds, the “M” Code Sports Roadster, located in Southern California, and made an appointment to view it. The “M” Code model came with 3 deuces and an aluminum intake manifold; an extra forty horsepower; a chrome engine “dress-up kit;” and a grab bar for the passenger. <br /><br />When I arrived and saw it sitting, magnificently, in the seller’s driveway, I could barley believe my eyes. The seller had mentioned that a gentleman was flying in from Oklahoma, as we spoke, to take a look as well. It could have been an amazing sales tactic, but I believed the seller was telling the truth, and I couldn’t get my check book out fast enough. <br /><br />2. What drew you in when you bought it? <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfxepC4FL5BQ15gZWZUVQ8UF1xw72-n2psFJ3-YIRFTc0GcPCeqQfxVm6e1iXTQMSLzgePBOF-AazvLISzGXfaPXGqBbvCyRG3pzfuSrgR3HGfzKMVNz4p0u_B38WAxHGUNC1Y0wYC2Kg/s1600/64+rear+Wire.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfxepC4FL5BQ15gZWZUVQ8UF1xw72-n2psFJ3-YIRFTc0GcPCeqQfxVm6e1iXTQMSLzgePBOF-AazvLISzGXfaPXGqBbvCyRG3pzfuSrgR3HGfzKMVNz4p0u_B38WAxHGUNC1Y0wYC2Kg/s1600/64+rear+Wire.JPG" height="231" width="320" /></a></div>My father had passed away late in 1962, and his dream car was the “Bullet Bird” Thunderbird from 1961 and 1963, however, he didn’t have the funds to purchase one due to his illness and raising his family. My father’s quote back then, which still rings in my ears when he looked at a picture of the Bullet Bird was, “I want one of these so badly, that I can taste it!” Somehow, I inherited his appreciation of the incredible lines and style of this amazing automobile and vicariously, I believe, he’s enjoying it now through me. <br /><br />There were only 37 “M” Code Sports Roadsters made in 1963, and a mere 10 of those came equipped with A/C, with which, luckily, mine came equipped. My car was treated to a complete mechanical restoration, from radiator to tailpipes, over-seen by Ron Bates, the President of the “Thunderbird Sports Roadster Society,” whereby he contracted the late great master FE rebuilder, Gaines Markley, owner of the Bonneville Salt Flats, Class “C” gasoline powered engine record to rebuild my car’s engine. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4JyPItm0Rha-U1eVzZ7T5iHxyPCOCxSGLxK2zv2aQElALEBsveA8rFZmcHxN50WNokKdUK1OyzWIZSvurXwSPaLfRCVBxpKHaB2RXpulTV71Ug_JD01he0YKtx-9EN84OUq6BaUejJ3I/s1600/Ford_Thunderbird_Convertible.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4JyPItm0Rha-U1eVzZ7T5iHxyPCOCxSGLxK2zv2aQElALEBsveA8rFZmcHxN50WNokKdUK1OyzWIZSvurXwSPaLfRCVBxpKHaB2RXpulTV71Ug_JD01he0YKtx-9EN84OUq6BaUejJ3I/s1600/Ford_Thunderbird_Convertible.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />3. Does it have a name? <br /><br />My personal name for the car is “Ruby,” with an acknowledgment to the famous vintage song lyrics, “Ruby, you’re like a dream.” <br /><br />4. What do you feel like when you drive it? <br /><br />Driving it makes me, literally, feel like some type of celebrity. Although I realize that all the “thumb’s-up,” and the photo requests are for the car, I get the attention by osmosis. It’s a true “rock star,” anywhere I take it. <br /><br />5. What would you change about your car, if anything? <br /><br />There, literally, is nothing that I would change about “Ruby.” <br /><br />6. What have you done to make it a bolder ride? <br /><br />The only thing that I’ve done to make it a “bolder ride,” is that I’ve added a, rare, vintage Rotunda Tachometer, which were available as an option from the Ford Dealers at the time. <br /><br />7. Dream accessory for it and why? <br /><br />My dream accessory for Ruby would be power door locks, which were available only in 1963 for this model. <br /><br /><i><b><span style="color: blue;"><br /></span></b></i><i><b><span style="color: blue;">autos.yahoo.com</span></b></i><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-12371374117116708082013-09-09T12:33:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.089-07:00 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg14FtXsu9n7og6UIGM9poDle60HhWQutkG_UwpYKJdLndL4U6KwXIMrmj5dDB_xlzm7XV4g5Ef4WcITzwJTiYtyS_WcXdONeGANrcVv2kkPfrPyjgCv_ySlbOn4VEthZbUNIH_hEiqYNk/s1600/2012-chrysler-300-srt8-review.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg14FtXsu9n7og6UIGM9poDle60HhWQutkG_UwpYKJdLndL4U6KwXIMrmj5dDB_xlzm7XV4g5Ef4WcITzwJTiYtyS_WcXdONeGANrcVv2kkPfrPyjgCv_ySlbOn4VEthZbUNIH_hEiqYNk/s320/2012-chrysler-300-srt8-review.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />To the average driver, the term "horsepower" has, for all intents and purposes, no meaning whatsoever. Not surprising, really, as there isn't any single established explanation, at least not a good one, as to how today's piston-powered engines became so intertwined with the output of a horse. Think, for a moment: Can you really quantify how much power 200 horses produce? Regardless, and though not all engines have been measured with the same methods of certification, enthusiasts of the four-wheeled kind have well over a century of automobiles and their attendant horsepower ratings with which to occupy themselves. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzi7c-xPlmRzYGS4yaXMARazMh2PSQWyhuMStWxe2LJ5nKWRoZ7kFjjOrxxYqdpnJMuDEaE6NhlFUf8Yp-Z6SZmkHmZfOOdnQa5JvaWq50W8ouU-ux_wYZVGvPJFJWX3jeskbcvLz6eVk/s1600/2012-chrysler-300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzi7c-xPlmRzYGS4yaXMARazMh2PSQWyhuMStWxe2LJ5nKWRoZ7kFjjOrxxYqdpnJMuDEaE6NhlFUf8Yp-Z6SZmkHmZfOOdnQa5JvaWq50W8ouU-ux_wYZVGvPJFJWX3jeskbcvLz6eVk/s1600/2012-chrysler-300.jpg" /></a></div>The Ford Model T, way back in 1908, offered up 20 horsepower. The original air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle was rated at 50 horses or less, depending on the year and displacement. Fast-forward to 1955, when Chevrolet's newly introduced small-block V8 made an impressive 162 hp, and then to the release in 1964 of the Pontiac GTO and its 348-horsepower Tri-Power engine. We'll shimmy right past the lamentable 1970s and '80s (in 1975, it was possible to buy a Chevrolet Corvette with as few as 165 horses) because, more recently, there's been a very welcome power resurgence. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzxsDAPVrc6xkH0XXy1rFlSb0zd1vKYZ5cMKV5BpJAhQBqC3EhmvXYojJRE5DhuKlAOLIAyMVk3JpQYlK5996oMEig0jYa_zoKk98zZUlW2ftiwAHyz2rMOG4fmyy_bS5NmjguPSPRE5c/s1600/lchrysler-300-srt8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="159" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzxsDAPVrc6xkH0XXy1rFlSb0zd1vKYZ5cMKV5BpJAhQBqC3EhmvXYojJRE5DhuKlAOLIAyMVk3JpQYlK5996oMEig0jYa_zoKk98zZUlW2ftiwAHyz2rMOG4fmyy_bS5NmjguPSPRE5c/s320/lchrysler-300-srt8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Our Editor-in-Chief's beloved 1991 Ford Taurus SHO is fitted with a Yamaha 3.0-liter V6 that was factory rated at 220 horsepower, and a few short years later, the 1994 Chevrolet Impala SS offered up a 260-horsepower V8. We bring up the SHO and Impala because they are four-door sedans, meaning horsepower need not be dismissed by the average man who must pile in his spouse and 2.5 children. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhuXVhISN474rv4jJnL0eYu0QMCHPhuMP5Zxj17PirgiVoLVx5GzA3E9fidMslKFL9EVfKk7Ut88qDIrDvgJfR0PqQr4gKAS74cxaI0qmzhyIKoFkhRGjFmJSOceraDOeUwGaoGvntYg/s1600/srt8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhuXVhISN474rv4jJnL0eYu0QMCHPhuMP5Zxj17PirgiVoLVx5GzA3E9fidMslKFL9EVfKk7Ut88qDIrDvgJfR0PqQr4gKAS74cxaI0qmzhyIKoFkhRGjFmJSOceraDOeUwGaoGvntYg/s1600/srt8.jpg" /></a></div>And now we have the 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8. Lurking behind its blacked-out grille is a 6.4-liter Hemi V8 engine that ripples the pavement with 470 horsepower and 470 pound-feet of torque. To put that figure into perspective, its more ponies than such high-horse heavy hitters as the latest Chevrolet Camaro SS and Ford Mustang GT. In fact, it's 40 horsepower more than the 2012 Corvette. Giddyup. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcSfKWIGU-kD2Cij_lXuIVwvWA3Jlg5wMPrpYa8ZmCg76KAGDVfTD58uxIsRwJa65dhMLYeVn0f3Vn_6kOc0OBm0N5QwwnEoHEjRHSdkMp-15Y-d1AE8bjdbAg74y7-qEO7sOjA5lZkTs/s1600/2012-chrysler-300-srt8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="139" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcSfKWIGU-kD2Cij_lXuIVwvWA3Jlg5wMPrpYa8ZmCg76KAGDVfTD58uxIsRwJa65dhMLYeVn0f3Vn_6kOc0OBm0N5QwwnEoHEjRHSdkMp-15Y-d1AE8bjdbAg74y7-qEO7sOjA5lZkTs/s320/2012-chrysler-300-srt8.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Certainly, there's more to the 2012 Chrysler 300 SRT8 than its honker of a V8. But let's not kid ourselves – if the SRT8 is on your shopping list, it's 6.4-liter V8 is what put it there. <br /><br />We're fans of Chrysler's redone LX sedans, which marry bold styling cues with large interior spaces, a refined chassis with a refined ride and satisfying rear-wheel-drive dynamics. As you're likely aware, Chrysler, now under the control of Italian parent company Fiat, has upped its game tremendously when it comes to interior quality and fit and finish. The latest 300 is a sterling example of the success of the model-line overhaul, as it is a vast improvement over its predecessor. The 300 SRT8 takes those good bones and raises the ante with a comprehensive list of updates to the engine, chassis, interior and exterior. <br /><br />It wouldn't be a proper hi-po sedan without a more aggressive aesthetic, and we're pleased to report that the body kit fitted to the 300 SRT8 is quite handsome and understated. There are lowered sills, a small lip spoiler at the rear and a suitably aggressive fascia with a blacked-out grille. Inside, passengers are comforted with well-bolstered and grippy leather and Alcantara seats, while a slightly flat-bottomed steering wheel features sturdy metal paddle shifters. Metal pedals with rubber inserts look trick and match the steering wheel's paddles and spokes. Genuine carbon fiber trim and soft-touch plastics dress up the dash, which is punctuated in the center by a large 8.4-inch LCD touchscreen. <br /><br />Chrysler's latest Uconnect touchscreen interface is easy to use and logically laid out. As we've come to expect these days, it offers up a plethora of audio options – AM/FM, Sirius, CD/DVD and inputs for auxiliary devices plus a USB and SD card slot – as well as Garmin-sourced navigation. Voice control is available, as is Bluetooth connectivity. The best part? All of it just works as you expect it to, without any of the frustration of competing systems. <br /><br />We'd be remiss if we didn't also mention the display screen that details a digital readout of your best performance stats: 0-60, quarter-mile elapsed time and speed, braking distances and lateral Gs. It's great fun to play with... just be sure to keep your eyes on the road ahead and not the screen. <br /><br /><br />Chassis updates are abundant. The suspension is lowered half an inch and the wheel wells are filled out nicely with 20-inch forged alloy wheels and the buyer's choice of all-season Goodyear Eagle RS-A or three-season Goodyear F1 Supercar tires. <br /><br />At 4,365 pounds, the 300 SRT8 is no lightweight, meaning the new Adaptive Damping Suspension system has its work cut out for it. Thankfully, ADS' ability to quickly adjust the suspenders to work with both the driver's inputs and the way the car reacts to the road surface is impressive. 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Many people say the A class is a supermini but it is small family car due to the fourfor is the supermini. The first generation (W168) was introduced in 1997, the second generation model (W169) appeared in late 2004, and the all-new generation model W176 launched in late 2012. Originally launched only as a five-door hatchback in 1997, the second generation W169 introduced a three-door hatchback to sit six inches below the five-door. In the markets that the A-Class is or has been sold in, it has represented the entry level model of Mercedes-Benz. Having grown by 68 cm since the original model, the 2012 A-class is now longer than the first-generation B-class.<br /><br /><h2><span class="mw-headline" id="First_generation_.28W168:_1997.E2.80.932004.29">First generation (W168: 1997–2004)</span></h2><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZMSt9_hOtU_Nr8NxnzVd5zMcxHsLzpXfVBs8aeaDOgNgfd0HlPr6SlvpUnUHOgXNRbh9VXGs1nKXYZMGY-5JccDWIm-4x5b9HkgnBkJZqV7zC9ElIs0Bzm-SDxHjfQBgxl3dZk5cmHUY/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZMSt9_hOtU_Nr8NxnzVd5zMcxHsLzpXfVBs8aeaDOgNgfd0HlPr6SlvpUnUHOgXNRbh9VXGs1nKXYZMGY-5JccDWIm-4x5b9HkgnBkJZqV7zC9ElIs0Bzm-SDxHjfQBgxl3dZk5cmHUY/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in the autumn of 1997, the W168 A-Class was quite unusual for Mercedes-Benz featuring a front wheel drive layout and unusual tall yet short body. One innovation of the W168 was a frontal-impact absorption system called the "Sandwich" (see patents DE4326 9 and DE4400132 in the name of Mercedes-Benz). In the event of a violent frontal impact, the engine and transmission would slide underneath the floor below the pedals rather than entering the passenger compartment. The W168 became infamous in 1997 after flipping over during the traditional "elk test" performed by the Swedish automobile publication Teknikens Värld.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYEALBbXLlWvHi-WSZsDsFCYy_MkwCY1MuLlbctykSrBO6rToLPhjwuRtODKq-KzDxAKMOcyTXSd_e0HAea755HG5Z3tNm_HXI5NpXpN0p4V48lJY8JrgcFWtg8B5VT9L47ZazMqQlXoE/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-1998-5LR.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYEALBbXLlWvHi-WSZsDsFCYy_MkwCY1MuLlbctykSrBO6rToLPhjwuRtODKq-KzDxAKMOcyTXSd_e0HAea755HG5Z3tNm_HXI5NpXpN0p4V48lJY8JrgcFWtg8B5VT9L47ZazMqQlXoE/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-1998-5LR.jpg" height="219" width="320" /></a></div>According to the report, the W168 overturned when manoeuvring to avoid the "elk". Mercedes initially denied the problem, but then took the surprising step of recalling all units sold to date (2,600) and suspending sales for three months until the problem was solved by adding electronic stability control and modifying the suspension. The company spent DM 2.5 billion in developing the car, with a further DM 300 million to fix it. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjclVHEPxF8Dwh4om8JwNS6VYppoC_Bzca8b7t-FdGo2tYja5P8SIImfuYDQB_USaVpb0rXpBMzOmbQEnkgIGkQpZjkuIKmsqyTw9pfWglhSSQKbsvoCi2OIkjJk5rI-zdRWDf15p4qROY/s1600/2005-carlsson-a-class-based-on-mercedes-benz-a-200-cdi-front-angle-view-588x441.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnlKRZzGOWDdbpiT0qAQD-egAoGU6cxIbJdLF8PoB1YYnb6xEoiIt7KUPEjdGYuEMvuGpkGUzm-CQRw9O3ztfVuonAvEYDd1NFavs-3MpPq5OFyiFPqFHhljhDLYVbNvt3gNw5AdtLW8/s1600/mercedes-benz-a-class-2002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBnlKRZzGOWDdbpiT0qAQD-egAoGU6cxIbJdLF8PoB1YYnb6xEoiIt7KUPEjdGYuEMvuGpkGUzm-CQRw9O3ztfVuonAvEYDd1NFavs-3MpPq5OFyiFPqFHhljhDLYVbNvt3gNw5AdtLW8/s1600/mercedes-benz-a-class-2002.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />Between 1997 and 2004, 1.1 million first generation A-Class models had been sold.[4] The A-Class was facelifted in 2001, with minor alterations to the front and rear bumper design and the addition of a new 170 mm (6.7 in) longer wheelbase version. It was launched at the Geneva Motor Show. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGZeYXD77xizz1Bx4tKPxky5MiOezNy-65iqDjDOXVyam90ntfolXUQBNg03S3kUS4i_ucTKHlk8Jl4xEc7dLea1a6Lbj5s6Pmnlcy1VPDOWk2FzpqpbBrgAv5kAo4JPH7APMkOLPRaPo/s1600/mercedes-benz-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGZeYXD77xizz1Bx4tKPxky5MiOezNy-65iqDjDOXVyam90ntfolXUQBNg03S3kUS4i_ucTKHlk8Jl4xEc7dLea1a6Lbj5s6Pmnlcy1VPDOWk2FzpqpbBrgAv5kAo4JPH7APMkOLPRaPo/s1600/mercedes-benz-a.jpg" height="239" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><table cellpadding="0" class="wikitable"><tbody><tr style="background: #efefef; text-align: center;"><th width="103">Model</th><th width="123">Year</th><th width="123">Motor</th><th width="143">Rated Power</th><th width="123">Speed</th></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A160 CDI</td><td>1998–2000</td><td>1.7L diesel (1689cc)</td><td>44 kW (60 PS; 59 hp)</td><td>158 km/h (98 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A160 CDI</td><td>2000–2004</td><td>1.7L diesel (1689cc)</td><td>55 kW (75 PS; 74 hp)</td><td>163 km/h (101 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A170 CDI</td><td>1998–2000</td><td>1.7L diesel (1689cc)</td><td>66 kW (90 PS; 89 hp)</td><td>175 km/h (109 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A170 CDI</td><td>2000–2004</td><td>1.7L diesel (1689cc)</td><td>70 kW (95 PS; 94 hp)</td><td>182 km/h (113 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A140</td><td>1998–2004</td><td>1.4L petrol (1397cc)</td><td>60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp)</td><td>170 km/h (106 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A140 Auto</td><td>2000–2004</td><td>1.6L petrol</td><td>60 kW (82 PS; 80 hp)</td><td>166 km/h (103 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A160</td><td>1998–2004</td><td>1.6L petrol (1598cc)</td><td>75 kW (102 PS; 101 hp)</td><td>182 km/h (113 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A190</td><td>1999–2004</td><td>1.9L petrol (1898cc)</td><td>92 kW (125 PS; 123 hp)</td><td>198 km/h (123 mph)</td></tr><tr style="background: #fff; text-align: left;"><td>A210 Evolution</td><td>2002–2004</td><td>2.1L petrol (2084cc)</td><td>103 kW (140 PS; 138 hp)</td><td>203 km/h (126 mph)</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><h2><span class="mw-headline" id="Second_generation_.28W169:_2004.E2.80.932012.29">Second generation (W169: 2004–2012)</span></h2><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsx8s6_ylrET-nxhwFzWxCU1awzWAzTtB_bUVi-bNSsrDUzZgK-4a_qGW8uhA2PXyIVJJ9ks4y8P1FU_lENiNeEcj3rUScJ2us05DVzMUKsiEyfAWMg0_cdRIwl9wsterqyd0BYBZWqw/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A200_Avantgarde_3door.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXsx8s6_ylrET-nxhwFzWxCU1awzWAzTtB_bUVi-bNSsrDUzZgK-4a_qGW8uhA2PXyIVJJ9ks4y8P1FU_lENiNeEcj3rUScJ2us05DVzMUKsiEyfAWMg0_cdRIwl9wsterqyd0BYBZWqw/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A200_Avantgarde_3door.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />The W169 is constructed with high-strength steel alloys with bonded joints. It has a large number of airbags including optional rear side airbags (for side-impacts in the backseats), optional side-curtain airbags, and standard head and thorax-protection side airbags. The front airbags are adaptive with two-stage gas generators operating according to the severity of accident. The force exerted by the seat belt system during a collision adapts dynamically depending upon the collision characteristics. The 'active' head restraints (standard for driver and front passenger) give enhanced protection from neck injury, especially during rear collisions. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjclVHEPxF8Dwh4om8JwNS6VYppoC_Bzca8b7t-FdGo2tYja5P8SIImfuYDQB_USaVpb0rXpBMzOmbQEnkgIGkQpZjkuIKmsqyTw9pfWglhSSQKbsvoCi2OIkjJk5rI-zdRWDf15p4qROY/s1600/2005-carlsson-a-class-based-on-mercedes-benz-a-200-cdi-front-angle-view-588x441.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjclVHEPxF8Dwh4om8JwNS6VYppoC_Bzca8b7t-FdGo2tYja5P8SIImfuYDQB_USaVpb0rXpBMzOmbQEnkgIGkQpZjkuIKmsqyTw9pfWglhSSQKbsvoCi2OIkjJk5rI-zdRWDf15p4qROY/s1600/2005-carlsson-a-class-based-on-mercedes-benz-a-200-cdi-front-angle-view-588x441.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCMTfhqfQEq5z7kPXe_DKbKgNZMy0bCdftP8ZBFuBNLUhIud-r0futh4Cq__45hQdzlS_D1m9fY8ni-D0bkAslCPztbBM4Sufm_X2e96F7g-TO5psoOxxfIy5s_DlpedNVAMuIHVW9ySc/s1600/update-2009-mercedes-benz-a-class.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div>The angle of the A-pillar is flatter than the windshield angle. The cargo capacity of the W169 was increased by 15 percent compared with the W168. Seven types of motors are available, and all are four-cylinders: four petrol (gasoline) (A 150, A 170, A 200, A 200 Turbo) and three diesel (A 160 CDI, A 180 CDI, A 200 CDI) partnered with either five- or six-speed manual gearbox. A continuously variable transmission system called "Autotronic Constantly Variable Transmission" (CVT) is an optional feature. <br /><br />The petrol A 200 Turbo provides 193 hp (144 kW) and 280 N·m (207 lb·ft) of torque (rotational force); the diesel A200 CDI has 140 hp (104 kW) and 300 N·m (221 lb·ft). The most powerful model can take the car from a standstill to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 8.0 seconds, and has a top speed of 218 km/h (135 mph). The newly developed direct-injection CDI diesel units use a common-rail direct injection system that improves fuel consumption and reduces exhaust emissions and noise levels. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh7IYiHSsQmsyDd7k1Dlu4wgruDHbIVFK57QoEqP5Vpx-FbiT2eCNElGLtdjpRwNXtoFUso75ohW8F8Dr9qsuOPseFZjK40ZZdP2sjMvQgS5WSVGwsZGRMD-7s_PiXN96DQgECL-MtETw/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A200_Avantgarde.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh7IYiHSsQmsyDd7k1Dlu4wgruDHbIVFK57QoEqP5Vpx-FbiT2eCNElGLtdjpRwNXtoFUso75ohW8F8Dr9qsuOPseFZjK40ZZdP2sjMvQgS5WSVGwsZGRMD-7s_PiXN96DQgECL-MtETw/s1600/Mercedes-Benz-A200_Avantgarde.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div>All the engines meet the tight EU4 emissions limits. A particulate filter system is available as an option for the diesel units which reduces the particulate emissions by about 99% without the need for additives. The A-Class is a front wheel drive car and features traction control (ASR) as standard, as well as electronic stability control and anti-lock brakes (ABS). <br /><br />Handling is improved by precision tracking and anti-roll support, and by a Parabolic Rear Axle. A "Selective Damping System", in which the shock absorber forces respond differently according to conditions, is standard. For example, under normal conditions it operates at soft absorption; while cornering at speed it changes to full damping force. <br /><br />The W169 optionally comes with light-alloy wheels, with a run-flat feature, Tirefit tire sealant and a tire-pressure-loss warning device. <br /><br />A four-day, seven-country tour which officially introduced the car culminated in an event in Milan, in the Castello Sforzesco, where all the touring units were received by a myriad of European personalities from music, fashion, sport and movies. Armani presented a fashion show and Christina Aguilera did a live performance of her song "Hello", composed exclusively for the occasion. The W169 advertising campaign included television spots with Christina Aguilera, Giorgio Armani and Boris Becker. <br /><br />Sales of the W169 were targeted at 50,000 units in 2004. Dr. Joachim Schmidt, Executive Vice President Sales and Marketing, Mercedes Car Group, said that target had been reached even before vehicles arrived in dealer showrooms.Template:Ref required Japan models went on sale in 2005-02-04. Early models include 5-door right right drive versions of A 170, A 170 Elegance, A 200 Elegance.[9] 5-door right right drive version of A 200 TURBO Elegance was added in 2005-11-10<br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-large;"> Mercedes A170</span></div><br /><br /><i>There has always been a great deal of potential in the A-Class. It’s flexible, spacious and very well built – and it looks different to mainstream family models, too. The highlight of this latest round of changes to the range is the stop-start system, which brings about some useful fuel savings. But performance isn’t particularly impressive and the baby Mercedes is still wooden to drive, with an uncomfortable ride and only average handling. Plus, even in basic Classic trim, it’s quite an expensive choice, at nearly £16,000. </i><br /><br />autoexpress.co.uk <br /><br /><br />Don’t worry, your eyes aren’t deceiving you. This really is Mercedes’ new A-Class. With subtly tweaked headlamps, bumpers and a restyled front grille, it doesn’t look a lot different to the model it replaces – but there are revisions underneath the skin that are much more significant. <br /><br />These include the new fuel-saving stop-start system, called Blue Efficiency, which is available on the petrol A170 we drive. There’s also a fresh cabin and more safety kit. Do the changes finally put the A-Class on terms with the BMW 1-Series? <br /><br />Well, the stop-start kit alone allows Mercedes to match its rival. Fitted to the four-cylinder petrol 1.7-litre, it operates smoothly, switching off the en-gine when you shift into neutral below 5mph while braking. As soon as the clutch is pressed or the middle pedal released, the engine frees up again. <br /><br />This helps reduce fuel consumption from 42.8mpg to 46.3mpg, although CO2 output is unchanged at 157g/km. An ‘eco’ light on the dash tells you the system is active – it’s possible to turn off the stop-start function – plus there is a shift alert signalling the optimum point at which to change gear. <br /><br />The engine is mated to a five-speed manual transmission, and offers reasonable performance in town. But on motorways, it becomes a little noisy. <br /><br />As for the rest of the car, it’s business as usual. The suspension remains unchanged, the ride rather stiff, the steering is still imprecise and the seating position awkward, with not enough thigh support. <br /><br />All-round visibility is great, though, and access to the high-mounted seats is easy. The dashboard is clean and functional, too. Other than revised fabrics, the interior is carried over, and it remains a quality affair. <br /><br />Top-spec cars now have the option of a new ‘infotainment’ system, with hard disc sat-nav, Bluetooth and iPod connectivity. <br /><br />Safety equipment is improved, too. The brake lights flash if you have to do an emergency stop to warn following vehicles, while a new hill-hold system prevents the car rolling back when pulling away on slopes. What’s more, thanks to its twin-height boot, simple folding rear seats and big load area, the A-Class is as practical as ever. <br /><br />Do these changes go far enough? Well, the 1-Series is still a better car, but the entry Mercedes is now more frugal – and thus more appealing. <br /><br /><div class="field-group-format group_key_specs field-group-div group-key-specs speed-fast effect-none"><h3></h3><div class="field field-name-field-key-specs field-type-text-long field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">* Price: £15,680<br />* Engine: 1.7-litre 4cyl petrol<br />* Power: 116bhp<br />* Transmission: Five-speed manual, front-wheel drive<br />* 0-62mph: 10.9 seconds<br />* Top speed: 117mph <br />* Economy: 46.3mpg<br />* CO2: 157g/km<br />* Standard equipment: Electric windows, hill-hold assist, stop-start system, twin-height boot </div></div></div></div><br /><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/mercedes-benz-190e.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 190E</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-r107.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz R107</a><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-r107.html" target="_blank"><br /></a><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-350450380500560sl.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 350/450/380/500/560SL</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/05/mercedes-benz-w123.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> Benz W123</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/06/mercedes-benz-300-sl.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 300 SL</a><br /><br /> <a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/09/mercedes-124.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> 124</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/08/mercedes-benz-sls-amg.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> Benz SLS AMG</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/2011-sls-amg.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 2011 SLS AMG</a> <br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/maybach.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: Maybach</a> <br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-42013493469205483022013-08-24T13:46:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.105-07:001953 Corvette<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNF0Tyh49QeV_gRjb_gtpShymt0QFTxuJlpLLSEpjBTR6i8J10kECoM918Zo34Zx35DT0m15qOr7oR9WMgTlxgdpKqW5ATD6yJTMlL_axhFRJQJj_39-BU04XhoPKwKevvVAtBVG2rlos/s1600/1-1953-corvette-classic-vintage-sports-car-automotive-art-john-samsen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="206" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNF0Tyh49QeV_gRjb_gtpShymt0QFTxuJlpLLSEpjBTR6i8J10kECoM918Zo34Zx35DT0m15qOr7oR9WMgTlxgdpKqW5ATD6yJTMlL_axhFRJQJj_39-BU04XhoPKwKevvVAtBVG2rlos/s320/1-1953-corvette-classic-vintage-sports-car-automotive-art-john-samsen.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNF0Tyh49QeV_gRjb_gtpShymt0QFTxuJlpLLSEpjBTR6i8J10kECoM918Zo34Zx35DT0m15qOr7oR9WMgTlxgdpKqW5ATD6yJTMlL_axhFRJQJj_39-BU04XhoPKwKevvVAtBVG2rlos/s1600/1-1953-corvette-classic-vintage-sports-car-automotive-art-john-samsen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></b></div><b> <a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-chevrolet-corvette-c1.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: The Chevrolet Corvette (C1)</a></b><br /><br /><b><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/10/top-muscle-cars-1968-l88-corvette.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: Top Muscle Cars: 1968 L88 Corvette</a> </b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBPmCeXAYccESrDZvtSKKqrr2ywXx60RRjzeqnyhd4n5tGyhnahe9dWp62TJhUHT52FAmO-zXd4baOXBo3rfKAml5ZEfOWu9eUx4nViTkrkFTSleUZXR23QTXcOeDZNwu_UoGNXlJ96rk/s1600/1953-+corvette.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBPmCeXAYccESrDZvtSKKqrr2ywXx60RRjzeqnyhd4n5tGyhnahe9dWp62TJhUHT52FAmO-zXd4baOXBo3rfKAml5ZEfOWu9eUx4nViTkrkFTSleUZXR23QTXcOeDZNwu_UoGNXlJ96rk/s320/1953-+corvette.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The greatness of the original Corvette lies in that it was the very first of its species. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw5oacRZNxxVAVHK9YAQxiKduUUf1BH-SKUGRqmwNgDu4dtNF4YgtX9uEq6gI2It03PvuZauk0G8hoQQmJFUoBJWSKvIxpuQ8YzSNRlb4DpxwJZopJCKFK_T98So3WzLjV1E0Ld79w4d4/s1600/1953-corvette.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw5oacRZNxxVAVHK9YAQxiKduUUf1BH-SKUGRqmwNgDu4dtNF4YgtX9uEq6gI2It03PvuZauk0G8hoQQmJFUoBJWSKvIxpuQ8YzSNRlb4DpxwJZopJCKFK_T98So3WzLjV1E0Ld79w4d4/s320/1953-corvette.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3O-BNSBO-TQt73UBlysTQz_STznVDaaQtb_wyOA4NUYJQrhUFOv7QG5RE3rZyhCZQzAZ9jxE9au_ekX5gmY5sPMaAG1drmo_zIJ4-INeEoE1SdNxlXbMkbsrSodxSXZoY6-ek8jAC_GU/s1600/1954ChevroletCorvetteRoadster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3O-BNSBO-TQt73UBlysTQz_STznVDaaQtb_wyOA4NUYJQrhUFOv7QG5RE3rZyhCZQzAZ9jxE9au_ekX5gmY5sPMaAG1drmo_zIJ4-INeEoE1SdNxlXbMkbsrSodxSXZoY6-ek8jAC_GU/s320/1954ChevroletCorvetteRoadster.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZYlllaNHQZfwjSn5sv3Lh5eVAghyphenhyphenvXQ5BjjuYDcSCt-OpqKCujMByC4ebGuvqyYdXUveuPFP44ngxsCRJZmzoeYhSrLTXh5O0jNzjnV61FWfNINr8qTlb1avJq5WNlel5u1BZPg7f_I/s1600/1953+Corvette+Ad-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br />When the first Corvette debuted at the GM Motorama in New York City on January 17, 1953, it was an instant sensation. It wasn't because the mechanical bits were exotic — the engine under the hood was a slightly tweaked, 150-hp version of the Chevy "Stovebolt" inline-6 that had been around since 1941, the transmission was a two-speed automatic and the suspension was lifted straight from the Chevy sedans — but the fiberglass body was gorgeous.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMmbkp_rTu4btYmievOr7WOFEPlGeeYqPGABpwJ2_qvbMRQHMwfgOBcrjpBTNwRukINoB7_T3PwOzB9tdTWz_T2eQ7UgeaJJ3-XgAwOXDoFc1KKKGr0Ak4lWeQ7KzfrD_4B6sErs1CAw/s1600/2986.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="237" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiMmbkp_rTu4btYmievOr7WOFEPlGeeYqPGABpwJ2_qvbMRQHMwfgOBcrjpBTNwRukINoB7_T3PwOzB9tdTWz_T2eQ7UgeaJJ3-XgAwOXDoFc1KKKGr0Ak4lWeQ7KzfrD_4B6sErs1CAw/s320/2986.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5RaC-FkKX4On9gOUCNMU9QSmcOe-N4wUcxdnDSReQhU3uQWDh7oH8XcTjkdNuO5IBm1OFtUiKVehc2eoaUY_HNufIi0BeWECvD_KszjMCPgW_qPj45ctEudypXyXJx3cGnoIiSYb4dtI/s1600/1953-Chevrolet-Corvette.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5RaC-FkKX4On9gOUCNMU9QSmcOe-N4wUcxdnDSReQhU3uQWDh7oH8XcTjkdNuO5IBm1OFtUiKVehc2eoaUY_HNufIi0BeWECvD_KszjMCPgW_qPj45ctEudypXyXJx3cGnoIiSYb4dtI/s320/1953-Chevrolet-Corvette.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>It was a two-seater that exuded confidence without looking European or fragile. It was a robust American at a time when the most popular sports cars of the day were spindly contraptions like the MG-TF. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqMDyd24UH39BiZZ0NJpXa5jOXIqJzHKXAPCa_rAeBmhRm56SvSYFupoH4Ptb0okUmlu4aw8pjLTQwX94lw9LqoI3wHFMLwUDP8oiffqLcPdGiaqD3bWWyI7NQeGiA3-tEy0GS5L0Nob4/s1600/7752841.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="186" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqMDyd24UH39BiZZ0NJpXa5jOXIqJzHKXAPCa_rAeBmhRm56SvSYFupoH4Ptb0okUmlu4aw8pjLTQwX94lw9LqoI3wHFMLwUDP8oiffqLcPdGiaqD3bWWyI7NQeGiA3-tEy0GS5L0Nob4/s320/7752841.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Based on crowd reaction, Chevrolet immediately ordered the Corvette into production. And 300 examples of the new 1953 Corvette were hurriedly built — all painted Polo White. <br /><br />A great start. Or at least good enough. <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiIo1X3jTOQCwKeFPvlyzoG3ML3SIAu9HZh6dcDqMCBjAdHx-QMWaUm4jCIWglM99MUxFH3xDZFdCpXJZuu1Idin-hglyNy_IXNPJjHPRdyCkVajQ_hAp4-tdTfpDL8RflYLwMxwwb8M0/s1600/Evolution-Chevrolet-Corvette-Stingray-1953.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="232" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiIo1X3jTOQCwKeFPvlyzoG3ML3SIAu9HZh6dcDqMCBjAdHx-QMWaUm4jCIWglM99MUxFH3xDZFdCpXJZuu1Idin-hglyNy_IXNPJjHPRdyCkVajQ_hAp4-tdTfpDL8RflYLwMxwwb8M0/s320/Evolution-Chevrolet-Corvette-Stingray-1953.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZYlllaNHQZfwjSn5sv3Lh5eVAghyphenhyphenvXQ5BjjuYDcSCt-OpqKCujMByC4ebGuvqyYdXUveuPFP44ngxsCRJZmzoeYhSrLTXh5O0jNzjnV61FWfNINr8qTlb1avJq5WNlel5u1BZPg7f_I/s1600/1953+Corvette+Ad-01.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQZYlllaNHQZfwjSn5sv3Lh5eVAghyphenhyphenvXQ5BjjuYDcSCt-OpqKCujMByC4ebGuvqyYdXUveuPFP44ngxsCRJZmzoeYhSrLTXh5O0jNzjnV61FWfNINr8qTlb1avJq5WNlel5u1BZPg7f_I/s320/1953+Corvette+Ad-01.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-392848030570803282013-08-22T12:44:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.113-07:001977 Oldsmobile 98 Regency<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6vRay6UAH4NHuMMLsHfrb9eoj-AKKL_miEyagASw_HL01JXYtmXq-Dpt-ptrAmjO8MBN1z5ZWqS_g378NNu7-mrGOrMYUJ7_lBrdFBmTsAeYhrNJxqadhJnBsO_DGbll1UJ2zgf6DMrE/s1600/RegencyBroughamCover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6vRay6UAH4NHuMMLsHfrb9eoj-AKKL_miEyagASw_HL01JXYtmXq-Dpt-ptrAmjO8MBN1z5ZWqS_g378NNu7-mrGOrMYUJ7_lBrdFBmTsAeYhrNJxqadhJnBsO_DGbll1UJ2zgf6DMrE/s1600/RegencyBroughamCover.jpg" height="118" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUnJG5NPEJI1sc6YGEufRZaT3jLhK7chqncMSsxy_xINd5QfOjnOdR2e9mPzClr30fg6rWFSL1lRAAiaUz5pUGVj2S17YpOUldf5gqg8DJTMW0q55N40_FYDrSSJfsxXllPDtfqJbtPg/s1600/05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUnJG5NPEJI1sc6YGEufRZaT3jLhK7chqncMSsxy_xINd5QfOjnOdR2e9mPzClr30fg6rWFSL1lRAAiaUz5pUGVj2S17YpOUldf5gqg8DJTMW0q55N40_FYDrSSJfsxXllPDtfqJbtPg/s1600/05.jpg" height="228" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <br />The Oldsmobile 98 (originally Series 90; a.k.a. Ninety-Eight) was a full-size automobile and the flagship model of the Oldsmobile division of General Motors. The name first appeared in 1941 and was used again after American consumer automobile production resumed post-World War II. It was, as it would remain, the top-of-the-line model, with lesser Oldsmobiles having lower numbers such as the A-body 66 and 68, and the B-body 76 and 78.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSAzvswq65SWYfq5vl5aHRGeU7-UaCT6LPUimqn6U3MI9ImSuqYx-5LvN8jOvRwJ4N6-d1TxEoBZhbEj-Zw27rzhYdTItwEx5UNJcwl4l6Tri6xfTNUi8EaMJ8E-ihf30BHWv-DOwBzn8/s1600/Oldsmobile_98.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSAzvswq65SWYfq5vl5aHRGeU7-UaCT6LPUimqn6U3MI9ImSuqYx-5LvN8jOvRwJ4N6-d1TxEoBZhbEj-Zw27rzhYdTItwEx5UNJcwl4l6Tri6xfTNUi8EaMJ8E-ihf30BHWv-DOwBzn8/s1600/Oldsmobile_98.jpg" height="228" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUHb18Nhoms5QjYLEv15BYx8-6BYSi3o-awUk0VpQDaBxJO0rMp9X-xK7P0zq9WLTYB_nj8Hzz_bVVSuN2KhHMjybKU1IrK7wjWM_8QbBCcGNqTFQ308oz0-OtMSAEYMqA9Dt_0gvAGPc/s1600/1977-Oldsmobile-98.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUHb18Nhoms5QjYLEv15BYx8-6BYSi3o-awUk0VpQDaBxJO0rMp9X-xK7P0zq9WLTYB_nj8Hzz_bVVSuN2KhHMjybKU1IrK7wjWM_8QbBCcGNqTFQ308oz0-OtMSAEYMqA9Dt_0gvAGPc/s1600/1977-Oldsmobile-98.jpg" height="216" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3moVqK9HTVh81oToy38pHCOWR-iU3N-5OJ2k_PHD9AVtnfh6HmPta30048ZMx__GYoaMbQhCCf4XqE83VRq6Dr9ha9EKId9bYBOx5VEAW5Ss0BeQ1TaKgg0cT7bJDxsVrigAHGnK3NCM/s1600/07.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3moVqK9HTVh81oToy38pHCOWR-iU3N-5OJ2k_PHD9AVtnfh6HmPta30048ZMx__GYoaMbQhCCf4XqE83VRq6Dr9ha9EKId9bYBOx5VEAW5Ss0BeQ1TaKgg0cT7bJDxsVrigAHGnK3NCM/s1600/07.jpg" height="228" width="320" /></a></div>The Series 60 was retired in 1949, the same year the Oldsmobile 78 was replaced by the 88. The Oldsmobile 76 was retired after 1950. This left the two remaining number-names to carry on into the 1990s as the bread and butter of the full-size Oldsmobile lineup until the Oldsmobile Regency replaced the 98 in 1997.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiswYeIDjHBKC-HPkEzcv_dgFuXHFEsyOKkjov-QGAZJD8AwJz2HYbnp3ZlPUKMYIDEl2P92lRof3RsPbmn5FHA_XE6FmI7V_qwP8mDA3hNSYVPw-b6-oXFdgo9ZJTJ0uZREm1uC53vJgM/s1600/Oldsmobile_98_Regency_Coupe_1979.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiswYeIDjHBKC-HPkEzcv_dgFuXHFEsyOKkjov-QGAZJD8AwJz2HYbnp3ZlPUKMYIDEl2P92lRof3RsPbmn5FHA_XE6FmI7V_qwP8mDA3hNSYVPw-b6-oXFdgo9ZJTJ0uZREm1uC53vJgM/s1600/Oldsmobile_98_Regency_Coupe_1979.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfGhchrXyJ2wSw-dgDF59m7eLZo8fNbULlUJyugmCxFlvRGlc4Z_eGJDS1chB0z9kKBsHkz31CUm7Fhls8-Wv5hLymvI-4AtKy6RVwBg6MV6ikf0yoezzZ7UeIkGoZ9wZ66h-uNpwXXIE/s1600/Oldsmobile_Regency.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfGhchrXyJ2wSw-dgDF59m7eLZo8fNbULlUJyugmCxFlvRGlc4Z_eGJDS1chB0z9kKBsHkz31CUm7Fhls8-Wv5hLymvI-4AtKy6RVwBg6MV6ikf0yoezzZ7UeIkGoZ9wZ66h-uNpwXXIE/s1600/Oldsmobile_Regency.jpg" height="228" width="320" /></a></div>Occasionally additional nomenclature was used with the name, such as L/S and Holiday, and the 98 Regency badge would become increasingly common in the later years of the model. The 98 shared its General Motors C-body platform with Buick and Cadillac. As it was the top-line Oldsmobile, the series had the most technologically advanced items available, such as the Hydramatic automatic transmission, the Autronic Eye, an automatic headlight dimmer, and Twilight Sentinel (a feature that automatically turned the headlights on and off via a timer, as controlled by the driver), and the highest-grade interior and exterior trim.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPeJk2FCO2UtbAiwFyqcUb0DLt8YHUW_OL0n8MiX-srBkdbnc6n_UBQvrflxtUKHlEmhKaD06KWJKwCs63CTrvvZFOnBqmDxGDUwPuOrhtjCIk9ePZGkcwaiDsTYlSh7wS6clu3gvlXCo/s1600/Oldsmobile_98_Regency.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPeJk2FCO2UtbAiwFyqcUb0DLt8YHUW_OL0n8MiX-srBkdbnc6n_UBQvrflxtUKHlEmhKaD06KWJKwCs63CTrvvZFOnBqmDxGDUwPuOrhtjCIk9ePZGkcwaiDsTYlSh7wS6clu3gvlXCo/s1600/Oldsmobile_98_Regency.jpg" height="228" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><i><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></i><i><span style="color: yellow;">Model years 1977–1984 Assembly Lansing, Michigan, United States Linden, New Jersey, United States Body style 2-door coupe 4-door sedan Layout FR layout Platform GM C platform Engine 252 in³ (4.1 L) Buick V6 307 in³ (5.0 L) Oldsmobile V8 350 in³ (5.7 L) Oldsmobile V8 350 in³ (5.7 L) Oldsmobile diesel V8 403 in³ (6.6 L) Oldsmobile V8 Transmission 3-speed TH350 automatic 3-speed TH400 automatic 4-speed THM 200-4R automatic Wheelbase 119.0 in (3,023 mm) Length 221.4 in (5,624 mm) Width 76.3 in (1,938 mm) Height 55.3 in (1,405 mm) Related Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Cadillac De Ville Buick Electra Designer(s) Bill Mitchell </span></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">Search Results Oldsmobile 98 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">1977 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight Regency Commercials ... </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | eBay </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">1977 Oldsmobile 98 - Ville, KY owned by BZDuzIt Page:1 at ... </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">Oldsmobile Ninety Eight - Used Cars for Sale </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile ninety eight regency </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile regency 98 werner </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile 98 regency elite </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile regency 98 kaufen </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">1980 oldsmobile 98 regency </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">1994 oldsmobile 98 regency </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile 98 regency brougham </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;">oldsmobile 98 regency parts </span></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-81930808527827618552013-08-20T09:44:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.120-07:00Plymouth Sport Fury<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcGBUTrnxCKIlJiR8PaLCauroMRbRd6xKdKTtfb53YUEfYfYWEamiRZQwOb5NmdihfTDtL1RsFL0PWx1meUSDpzYHCT5rU__pn9VVHEAeKxjKMrPJD5UsbsPVvqE6H6DXyYOAMqSy5tGA/s1600/1959_plymouth_sports_fury_lg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="191" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcGBUTrnxCKIlJiR8PaLCauroMRbRd6xKdKTtfb53YUEfYfYWEamiRZQwOb5NmdihfTDtL1RsFL0PWx1meUSDpzYHCT5rU__pn9VVHEAeKxjKMrPJD5UsbsPVvqE6H6DXyYOAMqSy5tGA/s320/1959_plymouth_sports_fury_lg.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Plymouth Fury is model of automobile which was produced by the Plymouth division of the Chrysler Corporation from 1956 to 1989.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGzTMTw7AjR0tgL-6cRfdCFbQb2YB8u6TI4xkZUIjrVBAXRkuCqrUKelTLaGABhh4L_PLfrx3JzZcO1Ds11YbZ6MqY0xNvuwPuyoSm3BbynJlUSLaXqbmAxvPRNTNjo541Kq200oJ_-Ys/s1600/plymouth-fury-iii-02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP0vdySLmvZAIMzDkkHq-oMMA9ijr0EZcZ9rtWG4YfBdXukqzXhPxetasPSMUkuKbSKY-ZjiegVCxPoaQ0UhDFBikZc4CAqVFcGCdpiDa8BfvR2OUWulP5nqYz34GMK_IeYNxzIRebEUw/s1600/MB_190E_Evo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP0vdySLmvZAIMzDkkHq-oMMA9ijr0EZcZ9rtWG4YfBdXukqzXhPxetasPSMUkuKbSKY-ZjiegVCxPoaQ0UhDFBikZc4CAqVFcGCdpiDa8BfvR2OUWulP5nqYz34GMK_IeYNxzIRebEUw/s1600/MB_190E_Evo.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <br />The Mercedes-Benz 190 (W201) introduced in 1982 rapidly made a name for itself as the “Baby-Benz”. But who would have thought that it would also acquire a reputation as a compact sports car over the years and after several engine and equipment refinements? This development finally culminated in the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II which made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1990.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicPGu3SGXUokKhDFj8zeeUCL8XAFInf1455vu1H2kVaIT0_KXFxlHFrIvAxR2QbIz7n_o7cyrtW_AqYtee-i3hlsCCmnlsrkaMG-QHxuvfrecdCVlzpddSyh_FC3qIhBDe-bsA-x9Il_o/s1600/2.5-16_Evolution_II.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicPGu3SGXUokKhDFj8zeeUCL8XAFInf1455vu1H2kVaIT0_KXFxlHFrIvAxR2QbIz7n_o7cyrtW_AqYtee-i3hlsCCmnlsrkaMG-QHxuvfrecdCVlzpddSyh_FC3qIhBDe-bsA-x9Il_o/s320/2.5-16_Evolution_II.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />A first sports version came onto the market in 1983: in the ECE version, the engine of the 190 E 2.3-16 developed 185 hp (136 kW) and accelerated the car from standstill to 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds; the top speed was 230 km/h. The 190 E 2.5-16 which followed in 1988 with an advanced 195 hp (143 kW) sixteen-valve engine boasted similar performance.<br /><br />These were the sort of top-class performance figures which warranted the car’s use in motor sport. As early as 1985, the 190 E 2.3-16 was entered by private teams first in the French production car championships and from 1987 also in the German Touring Car Championships (DTM). In 1988, Daimler-Benz became active by officially supporting teams competing in the DTM. One year later, a homologation version with type approval for road use, the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution I, made its debut. Engine output had remained the same but the running gear had been modified for the sort of racetrack work for which the EVO I had been designed, forming as it did the basis for a Group A DTM touring car. Of this model, 502 units were built to obtain homologation – a precondition for participation in motor sport. This model was highly successful in numerous races. Demands, however, were rising and so, the only logical step was to develop an even more powerful EVO.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE6k_TdTdrfnvpqlBvkekTih3LHAy1nDKC6WXpThcKL9nSnFQ3rYw3ykMVPd_wYd_HY8yfY3P7X6tlCh4Z1iNmrJeJVpWMNfmfeu_84dQigfz6xyst0ZR9_ePOOHVwZhwgVvkZ1leH-m0/s1600/Mercedes+190E+W201+2.5-16+Evolution+II+(1990).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjE6k_TdTdrfnvpqlBvkekTih3LHAy1nDKC6WXpThcKL9nSnFQ3rYw3ykMVPd_wYd_HY8yfY3P7X6tlCh4Z1iNmrJeJVpWMNfmfeu_84dQigfz6xyst0ZR9_ePOOHVwZhwgVvkZ1leH-m0/s1600/Mercedes+190E+W201+2.5-16+Evolution+II+(1990).jpg" /></a></div><br />This new car – the 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II – celebrated its world premiere at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1990. The 2.5 liter engine of the EVO II, as the car was known for short, developed an output of 235 hp (173 kW) and a torque of 245 Newton meters between 5000/min and 6000/min. The car, weighing some 1300 kilograms, accelerated from standstill to 100 km/h in just 7.1 seconds and reached a top speed of 250 km/h. The sports suspension afforded highly precise handling, being adjustable to three different heights by means of an inconspicuous switch to the left of the steering wheel. Sports seats gave the driver and front passenger firm support while rear passengers were provided with two contoured individual seats.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicu22X6Myj6fnTtOJakJNNHn2hk_GzLQHJnIP8Q3ulbLXA20Rex-nxlBR7v-aq7stuupXx6gGoVcGHcW6qaor0oMJgOtFigQ3vT1JYZZ83JSHJtQVtfzBc5n_3G4rXqeb_YkAwE96djs0/s1600/mercedes-benz-190-2.0-02.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicu22X6Myj6fnTtOJakJNNHn2hk_GzLQHJnIP8Q3ulbLXA20Rex-nxlBR7v-aq7stuupXx6gGoVcGHcW6qaor0oMJgOtFigQ3vT1JYZZ83JSHJtQVtfzBc5n_3G4rXqeb_YkAwE96djs0/s320/mercedes-benz-190-2.0-02.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />The EVO II stood out for its bodywork modifications designed to reduce drag still further and to raise downforce at the front and rear axles. Particularly distinctive and eye-catching features were the large rear airfoil and the wheelarch flares.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ej7F41q-Xul4oCjF1iEYlgxVmyvbwUe7xKH77I7HBKjUs-TxcScYFzlFicNW-92mwEmqjGeLwoauRSrNOUzvPsBbZWkZLhy4OkrrwGcvt0_mjYzjwHKkHCZHFCpXaRuNqET3dNcNcmw/s1600/Mercedes_190E_Evolution.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4ej7F41q-Xul4oCjF1iEYlgxVmyvbwUe7xKH77I7HBKjUs-TxcScYFzlFicNW-92mwEmqjGeLwoauRSrNOUzvPsBbZWkZLhy4OkrrwGcvt0_mjYzjwHKkHCZHFCpXaRuNqET3dNcNcmw/s320/Mercedes_190E_Evolution.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>And so the EVO II caused quite a stir, quite literally. Within three months, a small series of 502 units was produced to obtain homologation for motor sport. The car’s price was self-assured, in keeping with its performance. The EVO II was to be had at a price of DM 115,260 (equivalent to € 58,932) – with air conditioning at DM 119,717 (€ 61,210). Buyers were ensured exclusiveness in return: every EVO II had a plate with its consecutive number next to the shift lever.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuV1wTFsCJ5WWMdZ8kxpoZXj9ZnhuHFR70bWf2o05xuTXTewHD5mO9QF1PAmgyZoBxfm6XJNRqv7iyFFsjf3zjD25ck5a99S2uWdf-_v069p3mUBckPzH2jp9ItXypK6fMC-uqS3ho5ls/s320/mercedes-190-e.jpg" width="320" /></div>The car may have been ever so well developed and designed – for the motor sport teams, it was no more than the basis for additional modifications. And there was plenty of scope for the latter: engine output was boosted to well over 300 hp and the car’s weight was reduced to less than 1,000 kilograms, resulting in a top speed in the range of 300 km/h. It is therefore not surprising that the EVO II was a highly successful competitor on the racetrack – as borne out by the DTM driver’s title clinched by Klaus Ludwig in 1992.<br /><br /><b><span style="color: blue;">ultimatecarpage.com</span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><b><i>Der alte Donnerbolzen rennt 250 km/h </i></b><br /><br /><i>Mein Mercedes 190 E holte aus zwei Liter Hubraum 118 PS. Ein großartiges Auto – günstig, gutmütig, genügsam – mit recht flachem Spannungsbogen. Ob als Besitzer oder Beifahrer – beinahe jeder hatte schon mal mit dem bequemen Baby-Benz zu tun. Und wird bestätigen: Aufregung kommt an Bord nur selten auf. </i><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzN6x7C8dg4ySpa0bMTrYoN6k2o4fJfMyPXAiHndoggzAlmo0qRtkZtgu58CLo4l9cJ0SrvYxNxAsX1JxopzmXhPbITCo6_AoAqHQ3JREFEjDqOJbK7Oah6ZPFuKzsHstofllU-lTqBbw/s1600/190E_25-16_Evo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzN6x7C8dg4ySpa0bMTrYoN6k2o4fJfMyPXAiHndoggzAlmo0qRtkZtgu58CLo4l9cJ0SrvYxNxAsX1JxopzmXhPbITCo6_AoAqHQ3JREFEjDqOJbK7Oah6ZPFuKzsHstofllU-lTqBbw/s320/190E_25-16_Evo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><i>Die meisten wissen nicht, daß es fernab aller Großserien-Gemütlichkeit einen 190er mit Thrill gab. 1990 bauten die Schwaben zu Homologationszwecken 502 ganz spezielle Exemplare auf. Deren komplizierte Bezeichnung 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II läßt erahnen, daß Mercedes-Benz damit mehr zu bieten hatte als einen 190er mit etwas mehr Power. </i><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"></div><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/mercedes-benz-190e.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 190E</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-r107.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz R107</a><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-r107.html" target="_blank"><br /></a><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-350450380500560sl.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 350/450/380/500/560SL</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/05/mercedes-benz-w123.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> Benz W123</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/06/mercedes-benz-300-sl.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b>-Benz 300 SL</a><br /><br /> <a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/09/mercedes-124.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> 124</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/08/mercedes-benz-sls-amg.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Mercedes</b> Benz SLS AMG</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/2011-sls-amg.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 2011 SLS AMG</a> <br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/maybach.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: Maybach</a> <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><b>Specifications - Mercedes 190E W201 2.5-16 Evolution II</b></div><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span><br /><table border="0" cellpadding="3" cellspacing="3" style="width: 100%px;"><tbody><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Manufacturer</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">Mercedes-Benz</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Model</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">190E, W201</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Years of production</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">1990 - Limited edition, only 502 cars</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Engine type</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">R4, 16v</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Displacement</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">2463 cc</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Power</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">235 hp /7200 rpm</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Torque</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">245 Nm /5000-6000 rpm</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Top speed</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">143 mph (230 kph)</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>0-60 mph</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">7,7 s</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Gear type</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">5 speed manual</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Lenght</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">4430</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Width</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">1706</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Height</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">1361</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Trunk space</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">70 liter</span></td></tr><tr><td align="right" bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;"><b>Kerb weight</b></span></td><td bgcolor="333333" width="50%"><span style="color: yellow;">1300 kg</span></td></tr></tbody></table>kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-23002567121992385822013-08-18T13:37:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.134-07:00The Alfa Romeo Alfetta<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiooXz_B1l7jLqE_9TnYlOYlbKDQPv5yqGn4jdzA1_8awhys1McmpH7e7au6BGAWw5IdxQvvx5G9JhLXGv3oGXfitb8PlMFUP-V6PVHG75bfh-G6MmKP9xRCt2JiYW-03jtJLc4EYUnQi8/s1600/alfa-romeo_alfetta_1977.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiooXz_B1l7jLqE_9TnYlOYlbKDQPv5yqGn4jdzA1_8awhys1McmpH7e7au6BGAWw5IdxQvvx5G9JhLXGv3oGXfitb8PlMFUP-V6PVHG75bfh-G6MmKP9xRCt2JiYW-03jtJLc4EYUnQi8/s320/alfa-romeo_alfetta_1977.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Alfa Romeo Alfetta (Type 116) is an executive saloon car and fastback coupé produced by the Italian manufacturer Alfa Romeo from 1972 to 1987. It was popular due to its combination of a modest weight with powerful engines, selling over 400,000 units until the end of its production run.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUOLQeqNLXlKkFHa7lgbyNtWmpsfFGo_1pOK-ODyRXqb84EsONvdVwHltUi4rfbMzp2aP7w4usE7qeJ2PTxqPWjoNZw7Ilrw8g7g5a04spyfTHQvmMeGSQ2MMHlf5aa8etyaxzki45MhI/s1600/1976-Alfa-Romeo-Alfetta-GTV-red-fa-lr.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUOLQeqNLXlKkFHa7lgbyNtWmpsfFGo_1pOK-ODyRXqb84EsONvdVwHltUi4rfbMzp2aP7w4usE7qeJ2PTxqPWjoNZw7Ilrw8g7g5a04spyfTHQvmMeGSQ2MMHlf5aa8etyaxzki45MhI/s320/1976-Alfa-Romeo-Alfetta-GTV-red-fa-lr.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Sedan had a body designed by Centro Stile Alfa Romeo, and the Alfetta GTV coupé (not to be confused with the more recent 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV, or the classic Giulia GTV), was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro. The Alfetta introduced a new drivetrain layout to the marque. Clutch and transmission were housed at the rear of the car, together with the differential for a more balanced weight distribution, as used on the Alfetta 158/159 Grand Prix cars. The Gold Cloverleaf (Quadrifoglio Oro) model was actually sold as the Alfetta 159i in some markets. The suspension relied on double wishbones and torsion bars at the front and a de Dion beam at the rear. The Alfetta was renewed in 1979 with a revised frontend, new wheel rims and new lights, as well as a diesel version. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVCpBaBPbr6H7JBtJT_7Sjq5Sh09uJCBV-nmpRjYR0aHdc2ACczviA2iwAEorIzeBqNPnbN_1Ziq_YpmnLyW0rU1xXlaQNgeKWBuXqdtIsZiCVJRYw49HWxNT_Mf7WmoBSoq5aZyNdE4/s1600/76-Alfa_Alfetta_GT_DV_07-HHC_01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="224" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimVCpBaBPbr6H7JBtJT_7Sjq5Sh09uJCBV-nmpRjYR0aHdc2ACczviA2iwAEorIzeBqNPnbN_1Ziq_YpmnLyW0rU1xXlaQNgeKWBuXqdtIsZiCVJRYw49HWxNT_Mf7WmoBSoq5aZyNdE4/s320/76-Alfa_Alfetta_GT_DV_07-HHC_01.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />It was available with two four-cylinder DOHC engines with two valves per cylinder and a turbodiesel engine supplied by VM Motori. The 1.6 and 1.8 L base models had two double-barrel carburettors, while the 2.0 DOHC received fuel injection in 1979. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh88xhYb3bxrM-4OtBUBA_o0-hOXLdE0BmYCkaiCWhCqqEE62NcuYsOiJ8ib2JN37l1RtbCiibJ09laZ-127NpTE8TwrAdHeRYQ3dj38R4OCZm4ez7bfopPDmCYXIF7XWbJcbwVVZCZu8A/s1600/Alfa_Romeo-Alfetta_GTV_2.0_1976.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh88xhYb3bxrM-4OtBUBA_o0-hOXLdE0BmYCkaiCWhCqqEE62NcuYsOiJ8ib2JN37l1RtbCiibJ09laZ-127NpTE8TwrAdHeRYQ3dj38R4OCZm4ez7bfopPDmCYXIF7XWbJcbwVVZCZu8A/s320/Alfa_Romeo-Alfetta_GTV_2.0_1976.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The diesel, Alfa Romeo's first passenger car thus equipped, was initially of 2.0 litres, but was increased to 2.4 L in 1982. The diesel added 100 kg (220 lb) over the front axle, but for some reason it did not originally receive power steering as standard.[4] Nonetheless, respecting Alfa Romeo's sporting heritage, it received a tachometer - very unusual in diesels of this era.[4] The diesels were mostly sold in Italy and in France, as well as a few other continental European markets where the tax structure suited this model. <br /><br />The four-door Alfetta was sold in the USA from 1975 through 1977 under the name Alfetta Sedan. From 1978 to 1979 a mildly restyled version was sold under the name Sport Sedan. The four-cylinder coupé was available from 1975 to 1977 under the moniker Alfetta GT, renamed the Sprint Veloce for the final two years of production in 1978 and 1979. Finally, the V-6 version was marketed from 1981 to 1986 as the GTV-6. <br /><br />The Alfa Romeo Alfetta became well known throughout the world since it was Italian Prime Minister Aldo Moro's official escort car, when, in 1978, he was first kidnapped, then killed, by the Italian Terrorist left-wing organization The Red Brigades. A fictionalised account of these events was produced as a critically well regarded Italian film, The Advocate, which also heavily featured Alfettas of all types, from Carabinieri 'Short Nose-Round Light' through to the Prime Minister's own 'Long Nose-Square Light' 2000 Super Saloon. <br /><br />A special semi experimental version of CEM (Controllo Elettronico del Motore) was developed in 1981 in collaboration with the University of Genoa, it was made 10 examples derived from the "2.0", this engine could use two- or four-cylinder as needed in order to reduce fuel consumption. The cars were assigned to taxi drivers in Milan, to verify operation and performance in real-use situations. After the first trial, in 1983, was produced a small series (991 examples), which were entrusted to a select clients. Despite this second experimental phase, the project had no further developments.<br /><br /><br /><b><span style="color: blue;">wikipedia.org</span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/05/alfa-giulia-gta-best-alfa-ever.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Alfa</b> Giulia GTA - Best <b>Alfa</b> Ever</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/alfa-romeo-giulietta.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Alfa Romeo</b> Giulietta</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/alfa-romeo-spider.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Alfa Romeo</b> Spider</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/08/the-alfa-romeo-montreal.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: The <b>Alfa Romeo</b> Montreal</a><br /><br /><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/03/alfa-romeo-spider-veloce-2000.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Alfa Romeo</b> Spider Veloce 2000</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-74936854766273697822013-08-04T03:35:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.226-07:00Ford begins the countdown to the Mustang's 50th anniversary<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Turns 50 on April 17, 2014 </span></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigEkkW-L3y3Tm-VGszNWPEAX6HvNEMYzLUdtDVnbvPA-VSraCmejzLJgHEHJ1JrIVeC9qHmjtCb67a-LGP_NpDT4VNnmRNO4IKj3Vn_mRS4ydMq3EIi9MbZeobGsTIKq6tAw4ZaMiZLJI/s1600/2015-ford-mustang-01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyLTD_oC_KN8g0i8W8Hi_Om-EvOlb_DrufHp24Jf02n0_3mWL2ioOcUGIL9-jTouj5ZVEuX_UpjDyR_M5tZMWCNvqZj7dp_FcLR6lviAkw35m6lzjZTD8QTX9tSXlHsW4PFElofJveU0E/s1600/ford-mustang-gt-wallpaper-t9ibkns3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyLTD_oC_KN8g0i8W8Hi_Om-EvOlb_DrufHp24Jf02n0_3mWL2ioOcUGIL9-jTouj5ZVEuX_UpjDyR_M5tZMWCNvqZj7dp_FcLR6lviAkw35m6lzjZTD8QTX9tSXlHsW4PFElofJveU0E/s320/ford-mustang-gt-wallpaper-t9ibkns3.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />Ford is gearing up for the Mustang's 50th anniversary by launching a "Mustang Countdown" video series. Designed to reveal stories about the car and the people who love it, the series will explore the Mustang 1 concept, the Flat Rock Assembly Plant and the car's racing pedigree - among other things.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5X1siTR8tEryXqt0t_TZ4Notn_tKv5VBW3KPIkMn3n2lWj74R6VpYTbvbZoVwYsG14LydyFbZqtweWQ_9dMgsNoUhqoYTi7DCpEZ7LA8JnWMKesVo-NH4pAxioILvAP6mbDiOJQvrmfY/s1600/Ford-Mustang-Modification.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5X1siTR8tEryXqt0t_TZ4Notn_tKv5VBW3KPIkMn3n2lWj74R6VpYTbvbZoVwYsG14LydyFbZqtweWQ_9dMgsNoUhqoYTi7DCpEZ7LA8JnWMKesVo-NH4pAxioILvAP6mbDiOJQvrmfY/s320/Ford-Mustang-Modification.jpg" height="200" width="320" /></a></div>As Ford marketing manager Steve Ling explained “Fans around the world share a passion for Mustang that embodies the freedom of the open road and the spirit of performance driving. The ‘Mustang Countdown’ series is another way in which Ford is honoring that heritage with numerous celebrations over the next year." Since the model was introduced in 1964, Ford has sold over 9.2 million Mustangs.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioxb1PomBNIcs90jdHLQZWzkybquLWDAUyXeF_tH6IOFzik_4JoBQcbxtd-O9NwA_HLoiuOtodndZWHbjKbUWMMM2Bgr_fpIXuL8YFHXWjJ24el4sDngrEImVu4HX1QokYEiM35Db2sLk/s1600/Ford-Mustang-Wallpaper.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioxb1PomBNIcs90jdHLQZWzkybquLWDAUyXeF_tH6IOFzik_4JoBQcbxtd-O9NwA_HLoiuOtodndZWHbjKbUWMMM2Bgr_fpIXuL8YFHXWjJ24el4sDngrEImVu4HX1QokYEiM35Db2sLk/s320/Ford-Mustang-Wallpaper.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />It has also appeared in more than 3,000 films and TV shows including Bullitt, Drive and Gone in 60 Seconds. <br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6XOA-pOe69R1q9wxXVVm0jAORz_IzO1mDoW8sZ7g_Iq0J1evYJ3H_fI57WTZwC4VSZRyX0N_iCflgbBc3_rRZCTIUWbj9uEtCvmDkblLpuMgzHsROyz1dv9LOw2WIGy5dZxGWgms3qYc/s1600/Ford-Mustang.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6XOA-pOe69R1q9wxXVVm0jAORz_IzO1mDoW8sZ7g_Iq0J1evYJ3H_fI57WTZwC4VSZRyX0N_iCflgbBc3_rRZCTIUWbj9uEtCvmDkblLpuMgzHsROyz1dv9LOw2WIGy5dZxGWgms3qYc/s320/Ford-Mustang.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/1969-ford-mustang-boss-429.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 1969 <b>Ford</b> Mustang 'Boss 429'</a></span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/ford-mustang.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Ford</b> Mustang</a> </span><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/chevrolet-camaro-vs-ford-mustang.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: Chevrolet Camaro vs <b>Ford</b> Mustang</a> </span><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-29580418416234797392013-07-31T14:11:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.321-07:001959 Cadillac Series 62<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7S6cyYLr7sBFbI7Q39kPems6UNtl-ZyjitiSW1vzV_AfBO85XYBcZYPvKfOfsL8Sx7LJCkUaWTmi7pYwTKf_Kc8XvNetSumLnh1DJVeX7GUURUT7-45GSp4WsZDT82ukydjxxWZ4ycE/s1600/1959-Cadillac-4d-HT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp7S6cyYLr7sBFbI7Q39kPems6UNtl-ZyjitiSW1vzV_AfBO85XYBcZYPvKfOfsL8Sx7LJCkUaWTmi7pYwTKf_Kc8XvNetSumLnh1DJVeX7GUURUT7-45GSp4WsZDT82ukydjxxWZ4ycE/s1600/1959-Cadillac-4d-HT.jpg" height="199" width="320" /></a></div>The Series 62 was a series of cars produced by Cadillac, designed to replace the Series 65 in 1940. It remained in production through 1964, having been renamed Series 6200, when it was replaced by the Cadillac Calais name.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_EyRqKC2o5FkDHxhyphenhyphenUrPBv9W9ehFUuYaGccllptFG0gMmogsvH7FACmaFYOrZ5oDQ0vybwynrCVIqg6nIuVFEpSvy1Mr7OpKeHWfUI0Ny67sf0YyFAvKPA1EYCQnHOc4WdmO7yE3JU08/s1600/1959-Cadillac-conv-int.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_EyRqKC2o5FkDHxhyphenhyphenUrPBv9W9ehFUuYaGccllptFG0gMmogsvH7FACmaFYOrZ5oDQ0vybwynrCVIqg6nIuVFEpSvy1Mr7OpKeHWfUI0Ny67sf0YyFAvKPA1EYCQnHOc4WdmO7yE3JU08/s1600/1959-Cadillac-conv-int.jpg" height="194" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGhzTAO9yrHyyM_WGKzBlK4CygQeOpt0L8kxUl6uYfgdlelrTu9OdHQ1xaAA0SX-W08Ne7L-P42PlnL_uyKnJGPuRxc5hYbAXWIHxh9YalrxQU4Zai_dNb7UQtofmF_IyoQQGT59GWcGs/s1600/1959-cadillac-series-62-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiISDuBOiYRvQ1V6O3MnF_Z8RhRR_W2K-y_K22kzNRvrCvOxF30wSq7Gv9veQ5wXo8_r4uUI7fU5BM-kNDgCu_xMDxfU29pUKxDz1Px71MiRJqoJQhB3mCCiBez-0ArhCYV5X8sgM05Up0/s1600/412_swimsuit_model_leslie_1960_cadillac.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiISDuBOiYRvQ1V6O3MnF_Z8RhRR_W2K-y_K22kzNRvrCvOxF30wSq7Gv9veQ5wXo8_r4uUI7fU5BM-kNDgCu_xMDxfU29pUKxDz1Px71MiRJqoJQhB3mCCiBez-0ArhCYV5X8sgM05Up0/s1600/412_swimsuit_model_leslie_1960_cadillac.JPG" /></a></span></b></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/oldsmobile-super-88.html" target="_blank"> http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/oldsmobile-super-88.html</a></span></b></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRZz7nY8c3UIkxFmDuhyTGfAb8JnFPw4i9xIV6DkRiQNsd-Zecw-972M_equ44PnbjmCL6LT3D0wu-cf-LmNZUYmJhVYA0CiaBl3QHzIctIk2UZwHIap-sg8d2FqguCyBW9TtcK98RhOA/s1600/Cadillac+girls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRZz7nY8c3UIkxFmDuhyTGfAb8JnFPw4i9xIV6DkRiQNsd-Zecw-972M_equ44PnbjmCL6LT3D0wu-cf-LmNZUYmJhVYA0CiaBl3QHzIctIk2UZwHIap-sg8d2FqguCyBW9TtcK98RhOA/s1600/Cadillac+girls.jpg" height="146" width="320" /></a></div><br />The 1959 Cadillac is remembered for its huge sharp tailfins with dual bullet tail lights, two distinctive rooflines and roof pillar configurations, new jewel-like grille patterns and matching deck lid beauty panels. In 1959 the Series 62 became the Series 6200. De Villes and 2-door Eldorados were moved from the Series 62 to their own series, the Series 6300 and Series 6400 respectively, though they all, including the 4-door Eldorado Brougham (which was moved from the Series 70 to Series 6900), shared the same 130 in (3,302 mm) wheelbase.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWo2qxx2EDqAbMPiZq7qrYKyB3UMEysgZsj_awkAAFd_uKnPPIAyLZOvLLpFZvFI76w6LlZDvEiSRsiFOiFw3roAQbd6bC5UkwQrVeMG_BTbSl_LfIoHH5BDZTtzRDZiUb-VKFn3CYYE0/s1600/cadillac.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWo2qxx2EDqAbMPiZq7qrYKyB3UMEysgZsj_awkAAFd_uKnPPIAyLZOvLLpFZvFI76w6LlZDvEiSRsiFOiFw3roAQbd6bC5UkwQrVeMG_BTbSl_LfIoHH5BDZTtzRDZiUb-VKFn3CYYE0/s1600/cadillac.jpg" height="192" width="320" /></a></div><br />Engine output was an even 325 hp (242 kW) from the 390 cu in (6.4 L) engine. The Series 6200 was identifiable by its straight body rub moldings, running from front wheel opening to back bumpers, with crest medallions below the spear. A one-deck jeweled rear grille insert was seen. Standard equipment included power brakes, power steering, automatic transmission, back-up lamps, windshield wipers, two-speed wipers, wheel discs, outside rearview mirror, vanity mirror and oil filter. The convertible model had power windows and a two-way power seat. Plain fender skirts covered the rear wheels and 4-doors were available in either four-window or six-window hardtop configurations. With the De Villes and 2-door Eldorados in their own series sales plunged to only 70,736, the lowest since the 1950 model year. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWtmo3kceD8GxW8IOt5zWkgiHILy0AWHf8BjKsRb1zuTpS_S1VFh-MBb-e-tz5tnAw7YtVN2ncvSswzm5k7TAcOf_WWxdCEOPSqW1_8jLHArk8dg9RD4dSOxBpdOPRXVbDf8f3I5c4cuo/s1600/cadillac+pin+up.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWtmo3kceD8GxW8IOt5zWkgiHILy0AWHf8BjKsRb1zuTpS_S1VFh-MBb-e-tz5tnAw7YtVN2ncvSswzm5k7TAcOf_WWxdCEOPSqW1_8jLHArk8dg9RD4dSOxBpdOPRXVbDf8f3I5c4cuo/s1600/cadillac+pin+up.jpg" height="206" width="320" /></a></div>The 1960 Series 6200 had smoother, more restrained styling. General changes included a full-width grille, the elimination of pointed front bumper guards, increased restraint in the application of chrome trim, lower tailfins with oval shaped nacelles and front fender mounted directional indicator lamps. Series 6200 were distinguished by plain fender skirts, thin three-quarter length bodyside spears and Cadillac crests and lettering on short horizontal front fender bars mounted just behind the headlights. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEhtRsYcfBOwBWDcFtd89wgeV3Czq7VssdxX9iCY8r-auS5AogL_Pdw0l1RmS5wIllmixP-fZxCO8uJuG59P2CKTZFOq4lEcpPUo-7cP1v29-5KJyvo84e6z__aHu4f4WhQI4Qd1aMU8/s1600/Cadillac+Series+62+Convertible+1959.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMEhtRsYcfBOwBWDcFtd89wgeV3Czq7VssdxX9iCY8r-auS5AogL_Pdw0l1RmS5wIllmixP-fZxCO8uJuG59P2CKTZFOq4lEcpPUo-7cP1v29-5KJyvo84e6z__aHu4f4WhQI4Qd1aMU8/s1600/Cadillac+Series+62+Convertible+1959.jpg" height="168" width="320" /></a></div>Four-window and six-window hardtop sedans were offered again. The former featured a one-piece wraparound backlight and flat-top roof, while the latter had a sloping rear window and roofline. Standard equipment included power brakes, power steering, automatic transmission, dual back-up lamps, windshield wipers, two-speed wipers, wheel discs, outside rearview mirror, vanity mirror and oil filter. The convertible model had power windows and a two-way power seat.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm07zH1r3SzWIRxgQRFsi5pILZfxrO2DqmgW3__GKnH37U4jc8QyqsG2I8_C_El-b1tlL84iXzCqu7kH-gX3gTXy_HOI5h_yQzxG3rUQuJNihXlZT3Jm5K3jcDIt4u6q4QjlAvudUSdS4/s1600/Cadillac_Series_62_Convertible_1959.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgm07zH1r3SzWIRxgQRFsi5pILZfxrO2DqmgW3__GKnH37U4jc8QyqsG2I8_C_El-b1tlL84iXzCqu7kH-gX3gTXy_HOI5h_yQzxG3rUQuJNihXlZT3Jm5K3jcDIt4u6q4QjlAvudUSdS4/s1600/Cadillac_Series_62_Convertible_1959.jpg" height="176" width="320" /></a></div>Technical highlights were finned rear drums and an X-frame construction. Interiors were done in Fawn, Blue or Gray Cortina Cord or Turquoise, Green, Persian Sand, or Black Caspian cloth with Florentine vinyl bolsters. Convertibles were upholstered in Florentine leather single or two-tone combinations or monochromatic Cardiff leather combinations.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq63FJuIXEBSUAhyphenhyphenQi1CcytAIzAInhmi8COGmJqBcxUN3oZO9-seucLan2t7ALeVLHl8WWjZT1zEiodkgmMBPOLmbQXumBTSMKleG7o4eyRAu4JKz_goqgLYYy_oYD9IzAl8i-DExcvj4/s1600/Cadillac_Series_62_Coupe_DeVille.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiq63FJuIXEBSUAhyphenhyphenQi1CcytAIzAInhmi8COGmJqBcxUN3oZO9-seucLan2t7ALeVLHl8WWjZT1zEiodkgmMBPOLmbQXumBTSMKleG7o4eyRAu4JKz_goqgLYYy_oYD9IzAl8i-DExcvj4/s1600/Cadillac_Series_62_Coupe_DeVille.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: xx-small;"><span style="line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></span><br /><br /><table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="1"><tbody><tr><td style="padding: 0.75pt; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXBZ4CB1H_lCXGguLuhv7-7cuhy0Mju2937MECQgq5zOH3KmgYzW9m1aJpD0SowkTt59C2jYpTlDlo_RZvyHz2tF_-ep3RWonN5OfGj_h06gOEl3TwdF1n7_C5zxVZJ6dJECWP9JTfXUI/s320/1955+Chevy+Bel+Air+tuning+turbo+sport+hotrod.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>The Chevrolet Bel Air was a full-size automobile that was produced by the Chevrolet division of General Motors for the 1950–1975 model years. Hardtops in the Chevrolet Deluxe Styleline model range were designated with the Bel Air name from 1950 to 1952, but it was not a distinct series of its own until the 1953 model year. Bel Air production continued in Canada for its home market only through the 1981 model year.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggCQZm5aeczp6zEZpt7SQn_aryW7ILiaDgm_Gd_TJOb5qw26Gmjf7ZRE6jrD-QmKuzlJtptQ_ismTQl1Lf0MI9WCM4g4oECVEDuTXZE2plepD5fYwLLvKsRp8HuRVGkWLE_GCC918YxH8/s1600/1955+Chevrolet+Bel+Air+2dr+Hardtop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggCQZm5aeczp6zEZpt7SQn_aryW7ILiaDgm_Gd_TJOb5qw26Gmjf7ZRE6jrD-QmKuzlJtptQ_ismTQl1Lf0MI9WCM4g4oECVEDuTXZE2plepD5fYwLLvKsRp8HuRVGkWLE_GCC918YxH8/s320/1955+Chevrolet+Bel+Air+2dr+Hardtop.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiZf6SDb8g2xg97F4mUyStbQVaaDjG9FOlEq_wq3MQ3dObx1KNqwKb2XPsaXzjvlfAYxpf902wQaHrTyFYl8IZRR0rx2eg7wx4ScfGLlMhSf0c0jFUZ-e0ly76LCYfmzVpnnoE_iNUQWk/s1600/0408cr_01z+1955_chevrolet_bel_air_convertible.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiZf6SDb8g2xg97F4mUyStbQVaaDjG9FOlEq_wq3MQ3dObx1KNqwKb2XPsaXzjvlfAYxpf902wQaHrTyFYl8IZRR0rx2eg7wx4ScfGLlMhSf0c0jFUZ-e0ly76LCYfmzVpnnoE_iNUQWk/s1600/0408cr_01z+1955_chevrolet_bel_air_convertible.jpg" /></a></div><br /><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/oldsmobile-super-88.html" target="_blank">Oldsmobile Super 88</a></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"> </h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXDno7qtJ1XoI_MCxsa_iVApPhvGN_ZcNEpTR5LV6DEA66pMqfC0yTvs-2_1goB8HyN2y2vN767tm-WiqxBrVN94l127hVndorNbXSTyyrvukFPAXbDZaDt6aAoqFZ6hCRDEgRl-jwazE/s1600/1955+Chevy+Bel+Air+PP.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXDno7qtJ1XoI_MCxsa_iVApPhvGN_ZcNEpTR5LV6DEA66pMqfC0yTvs-2_1goB8HyN2y2vN767tm-WiqxBrVN94l127hVndorNbXSTyyrvukFPAXbDZaDt6aAoqFZ6hCRDEgRl-jwazE/s1600/1955+Chevy+Bel+Air+PP.JPG" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXBZ4CB1H_lCXGguLuhv7-7cuhy0Mju2937MECQgq5zOH3KmgYzW9m1aJpD0SowkTt59C2jYpTlDlo_RZvyHz2tF_-ep3RWonN5OfGj_h06gOEl3TwdF1n7_C5zxVZJ6dJECWP9JTfXUI/s1600/1955+Chevy+Bel+Air+tuning+turbo+sport+hotrod.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /> For 1955, Chevrolet's full-size model received all new styling and power. It was called the "Hot One" in GM's advertising campaign. Chevrolet's styling was crisp, clean and incorporated a Ferrari-inspired grille. Bel Airs came with features found on cars in the lower models ranges plus interior carpet, chrome headliner bands on hardtops, chrome spears on front fenders, stainless steel window moldings,[1] and full wheel covers. Models were further distinguished by the Bel Air name script in gold lettering later in the year.[9] For 1955 Chevrolets gained a V8 engine option.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFBPMnYuJWxJNcHEizFFjrtkAKaHWyHUjvl_sBUqt0QlbWLZZCegTt7IwpXp5p9YKbWtusa0qWDpffb_QACIK5WRiUpmQIzjnz7lKkSKxqGahqeeUSfwOxcUHd01sflxTcmzkfsreKsOU/s1600/Chevy+Bel+Air.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFBPMnYuJWxJNcHEizFFjrtkAKaHWyHUjvl_sBUqt0QlbWLZZCegTt7IwpXp5p9YKbWtusa0qWDpffb_QACIK5WRiUpmQIzjnz7lKkSKxqGahqeeUSfwOxcUHd01sflxTcmzkfsreKsOU/s320/Chevy+Bel+Air.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiCaXT_XOjkxYDhhbT5qnUiiOEp9gZVRC_Ew7ueZW0ORv7oPCFVvxe_UpvVP2jeAVOk0kmiT6Z09OSPwGmI63MTAoqCxYGCsTduE9vjC092T7y-eS1_iaBh3QB2fPScA5zVp2Fy1L1h9M/s1600/1956-1957+Chevy+Bel+Air+pinup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="207" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiCaXT_XOjkxYDhhbT5qnUiiOEp9gZVRC_Ew7ueZW0ORv7oPCFVvxe_UpvVP2jeAVOk0kmiT6Z09OSPwGmI63MTAoqCxYGCsTduE9vjC092T7y-eS1_iaBh3QB2fPScA5zVp2Fy1L1h9M/s320/1956-1957+Chevy+Bel+Air+pinup.jpg" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi18NuHCPO7pw-OJhBoPC2LbHjhc7UdAxsDQ4FxIPdroqdvXbDDbu3h39f59t8-qKdgGDFuA0A2qff2nirQPHu5NNbf4E4zkQnzVh3vZkIy5h0VL1R-ia2sliPkzlBogdhrULFv_oygnUw/s1600/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-Cnvt-Red.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXeGPX_cFxzzcV6FaEscczyb8RAu4VZoI-VLuv1AFSxMGUtzj22zu5hyphenhyphen9BUcBsXUZKn-oqXS9nssS8QbCfeGxqWq_E87xx8Lto50zBvOb2th6kKCaXYa-nv04BomVLg8pgA0fr3BXagg/s1600/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiex2ZRnm1DxcEpfk5ZGl2a0ho7VViDTgh4YTeMNo19K0kqokgxRoiadoYruXzceL8CHRjfCeS4H0SzqEq7xxYEnXcImRXBHYp4DsrtD8TcV44GMXGt36Uq0qQR7vVdOub3kA8pXBvfDvs/s1600/chevy_small.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div>The new 265 cu in (4,340 cc) V8 featured a modern, overhead valve high compression, long stroke design that was so good that it remained in production in various forms, for many decades. The base V8 had a two-barrel carburetor and was rated at 162 hp (121 kW), and the "Power Pack" option featured a four-barrel carburetor and other upgrades yielding 180 bhp (130 kW). Later in the year, a "Super Power Pack" option added high-compression and a further 15 bhp (11 kW). "Idiot" lights replaced gauges for the generator and oil pressure.[10] Motor Trend magazine gave the Bel Air top marks for handling.[10] Popular Mechanics reported acceleration for a V8 Bel Air with Powerglide as being 0-60 mph in 12.9 seconds, plus a comfortable ride, and good visibility. On the other hand, the horn ring blocked some of the speedometer, regular gasoline made the engine knock, and the first V8 engine off the line burned too much oil.[11] Front legroom was 43.1".[1] Brakes were 11" drums.[12] A new option for V8-equipped 1955 models was air conditioning, with outlets on each side of the dashboard; a heavy-duty generator was included on cars equipped with this option. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzfYSTayf2plI0mHErZ8aqbHLe95XISDFDcg8qRAFgxsKGtMHTFwQ_zb-yyRkUi2u2wH7mGnhMrriSWTBQe5Njqihn0TCbCk-xBpN8EwLx9SEjaxdEpcCg0dW1gDs-hdL9e-yFZipTa_w/s1600/girls1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzfYSTayf2plI0mHErZ8aqbHLe95XISDFDcg8qRAFgxsKGtMHTFwQ_zb-yyRkUi2u2wH7mGnhMrriSWTBQe5Njqihn0TCbCk-xBpN8EwLx9SEjaxdEpcCg0dW1gDs-hdL9e-yFZipTa_w/s1600/girls1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air.jpg" /></a></div>The 1956 Bel Air received a face-lift with a more conventional full-width grille, pleasing those customers who didn't favor the Ferrari-inspired '55 front end. Distinctive two-tone bodyside treatments and graceful front and rear wheel openings completed the "speedline" restyling. Single housings incorporated the taillight, stoplight, and backup light, and the left one held the gas filler - an idea popularized on Cadillacs. Among the seven Bel Air models was a new Sport Sedan, a pillarless four-door hardtop that looked handsome with all the windows rolled down and allowed easy entry into the back seat. Production exceeded 103,000, compared to 128,000 two-door hardtops. Shapely two-door Nomad wagons topped the price chart at $2,608, but now carried the same interior and rear-wheel sheetmetal as other Bel Airs, lacking the original's unique trim. Only 7,886 were built. The least costly Bel Air, at $2,025, was the two-door sedan. Seatbelts, shoulder harnesses, and a padded dashboard were available,[10] and full-size cars could even get the hot Corvette 225-horsepower engine. In 1956 sales material there was an optional rain-sensing automatic top,[13] which was first seen on the first on the 1951 LaSabre concept car. However, it is believed that it was never installed on a car.[14] Popular Mechanics reported only 7.4% of owners in their survey ordered seat belts.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi18NuHCPO7pw-OJhBoPC2LbHjhc7UdAxsDQ4FxIPdroqdvXbDDbu3h39f59t8-qKdgGDFuA0A2qff2nirQPHu5NNbf4E4zkQnzVh3vZkIy5h0VL1R-ia2sliPkzlBogdhrULFv_oygnUw/s1600/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-Cnvt-Red.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi18NuHCPO7pw-OJhBoPC2LbHjhc7UdAxsDQ4FxIPdroqdvXbDDbu3h39f59t8-qKdgGDFuA0A2qff2nirQPHu5NNbf4E4zkQnzVh3vZkIy5h0VL1R-ia2sliPkzlBogdhrULFv_oygnUw/s320/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-Cnvt-Red.jpg" width="320" /></a> </div><br />In 1957 engine displacement grew to 283 cu in (4,640 cc) with the "Super Turbo Fire V8" option producing 283 hp (211 kW) with the help of continuous (closed loop) mechanical fuel injection. These so-called "fuelie" cars are quite rare, since most Bel Airs were fitted with carburetion. The 1957 Bel Air is among the most recognizable American cars of all time; well-maintained examples, especially Sport Coupes and Convertibles are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. They are roomy, fuel-efficient, with tastefully restrained, period use tail fins and chrome. A second automatic transmission, Turboglide, was optional. While the original two-speed Powerglide continued unchanged, Turboglide provided a continuously variable gear ratio which made "shifting" imperceptible. The shift quadrant on Turboglide cars followed a "P R N D Lr" pattern.[15][16] <br /><br />From 1955 to 1957, production of the two-door Nomad station wagon was assigned to the Bel Air series, although its body and trim were unique to that model. Prior to becoming a regular production model, the Nomad first appeared as a Corvette-based concept vehicle in 1954. Chevrolet has since unveiled two concept cars bearing the Nomad name, most recently in 1999. The 1955–1957 Chevrolets are commonly referred to as TriFives. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXeGPX_cFxzzcV6FaEscczyb8RAu4VZoI-VLuv1AFSxMGUtzj22zu5hyphenhyphen9BUcBsXUZKn-oqXS9nssS8QbCfeGxqWq_E87xx8Lto50zBvOb2th6kKCaXYa-nv04BomVLg8pgA0fr3BXagg/s1600/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="192" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXeGPX_cFxzzcV6FaEscczyb8RAu4VZoI-VLuv1AFSxMGUtzj22zu5hyphenhyphen9BUcBsXUZKn-oqXS9nssS8QbCfeGxqWq_E87xx8Lto50zBvOb2th6kKCaXYa-nv04BomVLg8pgA0fr3BXagg/s320/1955-Chevrolet-Bel-Air-3.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The 1955-1957s were made in right-hand drive and shipped from Oshawa, Canada, for local assembly in Australia (CKD), New Zealand (SKD) and South Africa. All three model years had a reversed version of the '55 LHD dashboard and did not get the LHD models' 1957 redesign.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />La Chevrolet Bel Air est une voiture du constructeur automobile américain General Motors sous la marque Chevrolet. Elle fut produite de 1953 à 1975 à travers cinq générations différentes. Le nom vient de Bel Air, un quartier huppé de la ville de Los Angeles1. Elle était déjà produite en 1949 en version berline et coupé. Un concept car de la marque, reprenant le nom, a été présenté lors du Salon international de l'automobile d'Amérique du Nord de 2002 mais fut sans suite commerciale. <br /><br /><br /><br />Der Chevrolet Bel Air war ein PKW der oberen Mittelklasse, der in den Modelljahren 1953 bis 1975 von Chevrolet in den USA zunächst als Luxusversion des Modells Two-Ten und damit Spitzenmodell gebaut wurde. Mit Einführung des Impala als eigenständige Modellreihe 1959 stellte er die mittlere Ausstattungsvariante dar. Ab 1973, nach dem Wegfall des Biscayne, war er Chevrolets günstigstes Angebot in seiner Klasse. <br /><br /><br />シボレー・ベル・エアー(Chevrolet Bel Air)は、GMグループのシボレー部門で1953年から1975年まで生産され、カナダに生産拠点を移して1981年まで生産が続けられた。1950年から1952年に、ベル・エアーの名を冠してシボレーの上質で高級なモデルとしてデザインされたが、生産には至らなかった。 <br /><br /><br />شورولت بل ایر (Chevrolet Bel Air) خودرویی است که در سالهای ۱۹۴۹ تا ۱۹۷۵تولید شدهاست. این خودرو در کلاس خودرو سایز بزرگ قرار گرفته، طراحی آن خودروهای موتور جلو-محور عقب <br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-22539844690572842092013-07-09T13:40:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.512-07:00Mercedes-Benz 350/450/380/500/560SL<br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6llcVkyyJXVPH_0iikNZI_iMNq6OLSz4kyO1vne2wi1sEItMNOMq_TbyICAxWV07dnc4MYe5sUouEblxb9L30Gn9dM8Wwqw6qDeHdE7men0hBosbsCj44rBsi-uOKroVZxS7ySRC8JUA/s1600/1971-1989-Mercedes-Benz-R-107-SL-Class-560-SL-US-Version.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6llcVkyyJXVPH_0iikNZI_iMNq6OLSz4kyO1vne2wi1sEItMNOMq_TbyICAxWV07dnc4MYe5sUouEblxb9L30Gn9dM8Wwqw6qDeHdE7men0hBosbsCj44rBsi-uOKroVZxS7ySRC8JUA/s320/1971-1989-Mercedes-Benz-R-107-SL-Class-560-SL-US-Version.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br />Strictly speaking, the R107 Mercedes SL isn’t a sports car but a two-seat GT. You may or may not consider that A Good Thing, but it’s precisely what Daimler-Benz intended.<br /><br />D-B began contemplating a successor to the "pagoda-roof" W113 SL in the mid-60s. The firm was in an expansionist mood, seeking increased profits (though not necessarily more sales) especially in the lucrative U.S. market. Management realized that bigger, plusher, costlier cars were the way to go. Kicking off another design cycle for the entire Mercedes line, the replacement SL, internally coded R107, was the first model to embody this new philosophy, from which D-B has reaped vast rewards ever since.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrumKcaLpkgiIYkKAZ0GAyjV0ZH5keFeAg-W54KEZTkRIRx9YkRcRBD-ZbJfcGarmkrWumOxMOifQOerVgrKQvcQnDcPnhCFQkpeoWYocecPHAdSZwjDJX8g6ZuBFJ-wvDG7j-CUQRqNM/s1600/mercedes-benz-280-sl-06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrumKcaLpkgiIYkKAZ0GAyjV0ZH5keFeAg-W54KEZTkRIRx9YkRcRBD-ZbJfcGarmkrWumOxMOifQOerVgrKQvcQnDcPnhCFQkpeoWYocecPHAdSZwjDJX8g6ZuBFJ-wvDG7j-CUQRqNM/s320/mercedes-benz-280-sl-06.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Bigger and plusher the R107 certainly was, and very much designed with America in mind. Compared with the 230/250/280SL, it was longer overall (by 3.3 inches) and in wheelbase to provide a little more space behind the cockpit and room ahead for air conditioning, standard for the States.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapuRxcbJsEzOrOz_Qjo8wBYyfkWr4TFKC-EyqdrrvU9EwmZ47uHYV_K_gywgwXI8aCIshZgFrgLgITmvBw4fblHBD2jCf9Qyonurs7MnpDfvkfSJhrNK0KxV0hGUy34kw2mSxiBAEgSA/s1600/Mercedes-benz-450slc_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapuRxcbJsEzOrOz_Qjo8wBYyfkWr4TFKC-EyqdrrvU9EwmZ47uHYV_K_gywgwXI8aCIshZgFrgLgITmvBw4fblHBD2jCf9Qyonurs7MnpDfvkfSJhrNK0KxV0hGUy34kw2mSxiBAEgSA/s320/Mercedes-benz-450slc_.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />It was also wider to accommodate Washington’s required door guard beams as well as bigger tires -- almost a necessity, as a switch from aluminum to steel body panels added some 300-400 pounds to curb weight. The extra beef undoubtedly contributed to passive safety, though several other features did more: a fuel tank tucked out of harm’s way over the rear axle, safety door handles and steering wheel, new-design seatbelts.<br />The R107 certainly looked heavier, with none of the previous SL’s lithe simplicity. A lift-off pagoda-style hardtop was retained (and even mimicked by a slight trunklid concavity) and there were functional features like ribbed taillamp lenses and A-pillar troughs that shed rain and muck to help the driver see and be seen. Overall, though, the styling was not readily accepted. One U.S. magazine initially described it as "Americanized" and "Anti-agile."<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7uSjKdCDMGMgmGEI5zBXjrkqZOLQxXcuHaWhHPztDsMLTTVvcyOa83VPo0QQITvukjRfRCjfvSyg80bIFonRsEUouvNaiQFnZbNB5PWe1woG18yCa5Rx1hmt8eim04PjXsJm5L1vpqw/s1600/Mercedes-Benz_R107_front_20080828.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="169" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjw7uSjKdCDMGMgmGEI5zBXjrkqZOLQxXcuHaWhHPztDsMLTTVvcyOa83VPo0QQITvukjRfRCjfvSyg80bIFonRsEUouvNaiQFnZbNB5PWe1woG18yCa5Rx1hmt8eim04PjXsJm5L1vpqw/s320/Mercedes-Benz_R107_front_20080828.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />And this weightier Mercedes-Benz SL <i>was</i> less agile than its predecessors, though more civilized. Yet its chassis was quite capable, evolved from that of the late-60s "New Generation" compact sedans, with D-B’s typical rear swing axles (altered to function like semi-trailing arms) and excellent recirculating-ball power steering. To counteract the greater heft and enhance refinement, D-B specified its smooth 3.5-liter V-8 as standard for Europe.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JQauufwLDc2IzrBbeUHUjy9oTIU513u0P6Pu2ADhCC40rhdqazTAUm1-M9ioOYiBI8oWYbxmCCA5O8JBTUwVvv1R_WqEfUyKN0ngrdQBmu1Gis0rcvU1P3LD58lMRbg8mLlAF3X6uss/s1600/Mercedes_Benz-SLC_R107_AMG_Rennwag.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3JQauufwLDc2IzrBbeUHUjy9oTIU513u0P6Pu2ADhCC40rhdqazTAUm1-M9ioOYiBI8oWYbxmCCA5O8JBTUwVvv1R_WqEfUyKN0ngrdQBmu1Gis0rcvU1P3LD58lMRbg8mLlAF3X6uss/s320/Mercedes_Benz-SLC_R107_AMG_Rennwag.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>American SLs got a 4.5-liter enlargement that emission controls rendered no more powerful. A clumsy four-headlamp treatment, instead of single flush-mount lights, also marred the U.S. version, as did protruding 5-mph "impact" bumpers, federally mandated from 1972-73.<br /><br /><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/07/mercedes-benz-r107.html">Mercedes-Benz R107 </a></h3><br /><br />Though far removed from the original "Sports Light" concept, the R107 sold like no previous Mercedes-Benz SL, and has remained popular for a remarkable 16 years without major alteration. Not that Daimler-Benz has ever advocated change for its own sake but, with sales consistently strong, there’s been no need to monkey with this assured, polished, and solid sports tourer -- timeless in its open-air appeal and always decently quick, sometimes exhilarating.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0vEtF22WbDVdyqGVLvjvkpWgonjT-CfvxDDNWRBIdB4dTrqCmkGdHmsCMpdW5GRa68xyUysnDWzyPb3GCg5xSZ2umcFY3B52_BJyxZU6BDXlivuc9zFIJMIkDMxJPsJGmUcqXA-OptzU/s1600/mercedes-benz-sl-klasse-r107-1971%E2%80%9389.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0vEtF22WbDVdyqGVLvjvkpWgonjT-CfvxDDNWRBIdB4dTrqCmkGdHmsCMpdW5GRa68xyUysnDWzyPb3GCg5xSZ2umcFY3B52_BJyxZU6BDXlivuc9zFIJMIkDMxJPsJGmUcqXA-OptzU/s320/mercedes-benz-sl-klasse-r107-1971%E2%80%9389.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>Which brings us to the changes that <i>have</i> been made, mostly in engines. Let’s start with Europe, where a 2.8-liter twincam six-cylinder version was added in 1974 as an Energy Crisis special. This ran through 1985, when D-B substituted its new 3.0-liter sohc six (from the W124 sedans) for a new 300SL (though it was nothing like the hallowed Gullwing).<br /><br />A hot 500SL appeared for 1980 -- just in time for "Energy Crisis II," though inflation had lifted all Mercedes into such rarefied price territory by then that sales were hardly affected by a mere fuel shortage.<br />Meanwhile, America got a smaller version of this all-aluminum 5.0-liter V-8 for a 1981-model 380SL, whose tame acceleration led to a "black market" demand for European 500s that frankly embarrassed Mercedes-Benz of North America. This plus an eventual oil glut persuaded D-B to develop a 5.6-liter replacement as a U.S. exclusive for ’86. Like the 500, it boasted improved anti-dive/anti-squat control, Bosch anti-lock brakes, and front chin spoiler (but no rear spoiler), plus driver’s airbag, limited-slip differential, and upgraded trim and equipment. In Europe, a 420SL replaced the 3.8-liter as the mid-range offering.<br /><br />Today, the R107 is the senior citizen of the Mercedes line, and engines alone, no matter how good, aren’t enough against younger, higher-tech, more aerodynamic competitors. D-B is ready with a new R129SL, for 1989-90, and the R107 will be retired at last. <i><b><span style="color: blue;">auto.howstuffworks.com</span></b></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/mercedes-benz-190e.html" target="_blank"> http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/09/mercedes-benz-190e.html</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-71116551814045061992013-07-04T07:10:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.610-07:00Mercedes-Benz R107 <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHZaSEEm_yQa6ELWKkbQRsSs1dAwy4Nk4DGVnavPkj8Dwa3nRS8gSlifilS-TLoC-oq_Q9cf3w0FDuDdKNM7EcKQv1qUUlGeydDZNCqOu7PqvLLUJLT3rQCZvDzIjcW_2Godqo3o32Rk/s1600/Mercedes-Benz_560_SL_red.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGHZaSEEm_yQa6ELWKkbQRsSs1dAwy4Nk4DGVnavPkj8Dwa3nRS8gSlifilS-TLoC-oq_Q9cf3w0FDuDdKNM7EcKQv1qUUlGeydDZNCqOu7PqvLLUJLT3rQCZvDzIjcW_2Godqo3o32Rk/s320/Mercedes-Benz_560_SL_red.jpg" height="197" width="320" /></a></div>The Mercedes-Benz R107 and C107 automobiles were produced from 1971 through 1989 and were described by many as one of the best looking cars Mercedes-Benz produced to date,[2] being the second longest single series ever produced by the automaker, after the G-Class. They were sold under the SL (R107) and SLC (C107) model names.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlGEZDATa3p7e_Z7u7cJhSe3w9Av7Bnts9WTRQ92sGguOxPIn4d1QLBGHhc4lhn_6BNIBXD-Qrids0OUicc5pulO-ZwcjKyXzcoJKySiImVdA284w0J3D8jxUDPiRd8Leb1IHIHvVBzNQ/s1024/mercedes-benz_560sl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlGEZDATa3p7e_Z7u7cJhSe3w9Av7Bnts9WTRQ92sGguOxPIn4d1QLBGHhc4lhn_6BNIBXD-Qrids0OUicc5pulO-ZwcjKyXzcoJKySiImVdA284w0J3D8jxUDPiRd8Leb1IHIHvVBzNQ/s320/mercedes-benz_560sl.jpg" height="181" width="320" /></a></div><br /> The R107 replaced the W113 SL-Class in 1972 and was replaced by the R129 SL-Class in 1989. The SLC replaced the W111 Coupé in 1971 and was replaced by the C126 S-class coupe in 1981. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDWamPp6e9MgccDnZpkxP1dzNCA9Hbb2dMtX9Y-EsC8_c8yMLnsT6gKVNjpAaYi4Y3kSXRqYlBSJGuow0hiCjGQ5CoBd3UcZzSZ9OCC6A9wW5QCe3-zgQBXFqoNcjgSGxSugT1BgK4G9U/s1600/Mercedes-Benz_R107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDWamPp6e9MgccDnZpkxP1dzNCA9Hbb2dMtX9Y-EsC8_c8yMLnsT6gKVNjpAaYi4Y3kSXRqYlBSJGuow0hiCjGQ5CoBd3UcZzSZ9OCC6A9wW5QCe3-zgQBXFqoNcjgSGxSugT1BgK4G9U/s320/Mercedes-Benz_R107.jpg" height="169" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz6Cac6Jn4UF-bYbrKUd9jYp16dGGDKdh2JwWNliBALHw0iONYaZhCHKH_h50tkoBc_1t45DsPVgsMNdi1EaPBDl3J-H6SG4p87jQ9i4Wd9O7VqjkatHfrr_NtZ714PMZqQRUTYle9Mbo/s1600/Mercedes-Benz_R107_rear_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhz6Cac6Jn4UF-bYbrKUd9jYp16dGGDKdh2JwWNliBALHw0iONYaZhCHKH_h50tkoBc_1t45DsPVgsMNdi1EaPBDl3J-H6SG4p87jQ9i4Wd9O7VqjkatHfrr_NtZ714PMZqQRUTYle9Mbo/s320/Mercedes-Benz_R107_rear_.jpg" height="171" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPLQ0j4EhPWPC-Tw_8pJ_3FGRsplErey6yjHgW-WDgBaxVN3sIyqQTPOF21tMP_KU048Sd3EBN8epgKTAJOGcLIg-zbkD0b89xQIskq-Wm1CB1fE1j0poFiLaC2z_h2WNjGe5rZj7_9Vs/s1024/mercedes-benz_sl-klasse+toplegendarycars.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPLQ0j4EhPWPC-Tw_8pJ_3FGRsplErey6yjHgW-WDgBaxVN3sIyqQTPOF21tMP_KU048Sd3EBN8epgKTAJOGcLIg-zbkD0b89xQIskq-Wm1CB1fE1j0poFiLaC2z_h2WNjGe5rZj7_9Vs/s320/mercedes-benz_sl-klasse+toplegendarycars.jpg" height="181" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLyldD8beCjjAH_yGmLuKBnDn7GEv4XseKY2RIyUyJJ77ZMZIgHVdZSoIBF-MeX1LSLIS04g-7BMl7IuvELWbxItLFoNkdnAiu5N-FAwy78EyjjOLcJ-BtzkzrDqvBNBD8W1vWhyyU0Ig/s1024/MERCEDESBENZSL-R107.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLyldD8beCjjAH_yGmLuKBnDn7GEv4XseKY2RIyUyJJ77ZMZIgHVdZSoIBF-MeX1LSLIS04g-7BMl7IuvELWbxItLFoNkdnAiu5N-FAwy78EyjjOLcJ-BtzkzrDqvBNBD8W1vWhyyU0Ig/s320/MERCEDESBENZSL-R107.jpg" height="230" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div id="brs" style="clear: both; margin-bottom: 17px; overflow: hidden; text-align: center;"><div class="med"><i><b>Searches related to <i>Mercedes Benz r107</i></b></i></div><div class="med"></div><div class="brs_col"><i><b>mercedes benz r107 for sale</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 280sl</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 history</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 forum</b></i></div><div class="brs_col"><i><b>mercedes benz r107 parts for sale</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 restoration</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 parts</b></i><br /><i><b>mercedes benz r107 review</b></i></div></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><b><i><span style="font-size: large;">datsun 240z; datsun, alfa romeo spider, 240z, alfa romeo, mercedes 190, barracoda car, </span></i></b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: yellow;"><b><i><span style="font-size: large;">plymouth fury sport 1967, 1970 plymouth barracuda,spider alfa romeo </span></i></b></span></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-53153344437439417272013-06-30T00:56:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.705-07:00Ford Escape<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNPgwchSSJiWaqcXe79BZw9UH06s5cEK7gQcRz1KbJnxZtJvdlgH_4qYizdfOMlHuTKcbui5XijY1Of0utIALqjlZzQ7EjSfetzp57mvYYhoSnuX6_ZBNhh1b5M4-RXfA-Rtdin_9nlTs/s1494/2013-Ford-Escape-SEL.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNPgwchSSJiWaqcXe79BZw9UH06s5cEK7gQcRz1KbJnxZtJvdlgH_4qYizdfOMlHuTKcbui5XijY1Of0utIALqjlZzQ7EjSfetzp57mvYYhoSnuX6_ZBNhh1b5M4-RXfA-Rtdin_9nlTs/s1494/2013-Ford-Escape-SEL.jpg" height="160" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The Ford Escape is a compact crossover sold by Ford Motor Company introduced in 2000, as a 2001 model year, and priced below the Ford Explorer. Although it is technically a crossover vehicle, it is marketed by Ford as part of its traditional SUV lineup (Escape, Explorer, Expedition) rather than its separate crossover lineup (Edge, Flex).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Tl8tnpll_D4Im7Li06UZs78GzPvcKzrbDG0AfaiRyrN5JylJOVsu7SpGJ4llHq5T-20wA5MIp4ohp8GDz10HhFKTzyvQYP3kw0U3OSIoiecvHJD4JOjHvFLZ_TJuvHR0OD6Rc7__9pQ/s1600/Ford_Escape.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4Tl8tnpll_D4Im7Li06UZs78GzPvcKzrbDG0AfaiRyrN5JylJOVsu7SpGJ4llHq5T-20wA5MIp4ohp8GDz10HhFKTzyvQYP3kw0U3OSIoiecvHJD4JOjHvFLZ_TJuvHR0OD6Rc7__9pQ/s1600/Ford_Escape.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Escape was sold in Europe as the Ford Maverick. It was jointly developed with Mazda, in which Ford owned a controlling interest, and was released simultaneously with the Mazda Tribute. In the United States, Ford's Mercury division released a luxury version called the Mariner starting with the 2005 model year, but ended production in October 2010 as Ford ended the Mercury brand.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDhb1Fq3GwS2ZkltClKSDHjwDZKfBm37ONzPh4C3HSB200ZTpvOpv5JkYvLZXHXinZe-qB02HUsVMiNcYG142bly5_CyLPnotk94rI6kcVcJyOVw7zLnwHMEMt47CzuvY3p30woTStRG4/s280/Ford_Escape_SE.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDhb1Fq3GwS2ZkltClKSDHjwDZKfBm37ONzPh4C3HSB200ZTpvOpv5JkYvLZXHXinZe-qB02HUsVMiNcYG142bly5_CyLPnotk94rI6kcVcJyOVw7zLnwHMEMt47CzuvY3p30woTStRG4/s280/Ford_Escape_SE.JPG" /></a></div><br /><br /><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/ford-mustang.html">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/11/ford-mustang.html</a></span></span></h3>kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-48298310442854273932013-06-06T13:36:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.799-07:00The Lamborghini Aventador<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjilp5P5EuBYCFOtEZthXgS_a7iTwczhvVHzCaYi4uPYhoCFZ9utSf2bcwwuOxrlAIty8Omdl9STMVPoFUSiJAM03Wf1szQU4BL7YKiMtcRnQW4otpiJ3MBtspHoxADHE2mu1UxAAANrCw/s1600/Lamborghini-Aventador_jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjilp5P5EuBYCFOtEZthXgS_a7iTwczhvVHzCaYi4uPYhoCFZ9utSf2bcwwuOxrlAIty8Omdl9STMVPoFUSiJAM03Wf1szQU4BL7YKiMtcRnQW4otpiJ3MBtspHoxADHE2mu1UxAAANrCw/s1600/Lamborghini-Aventador_jpg.jpg" /></a></div><br />The Lamborghini Aventador LP 700–4 is a two-door, two-seater sports car publicly unveiled by Lamborghini at the Geneva Motor Show on 28 February 2011, five months after its initial unveiling in Sant'Agata Bolognese. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9A7NQxWTJjtiflOFMc6Jnn7NWFuHZnxmxG9Cgd9QYTBQZusBTh08ZxdJUO2PIx9Agedi2_-bbH_pgfh0HFOBYgDtbOENVltY37kqWTStCeF0b9ni3H-HHPAsNr39_1whRFFEGs9Q9PgQ/s1600/Lamborghini-AventadorRoadster.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9A7NQxWTJjtiflOFMc6Jnn7NWFuHZnxmxG9Cgd9QYTBQZusBTh08ZxdJUO2PIx9Agedi2_-bbH_pgfh0HFOBYgDtbOENVltY37kqWTStCeF0b9ni3H-HHPAsNr39_1whRFFEGs9Q9PgQ/s1600/Lamborghini-AventadorRoadster.jpg" height="208" width="320" /></a></div>Internally codenamed LB834, the Aventador was designed to replace the ten-year-old Murciélago as the new flagship model in the Lamborghini lineup starting in 2011. Soon after the Aventador unveiling, Lamborghini announced that it had already sold over 12 months of the production vehicles, with deliveries starting in the second half of 2011.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/09/1963-ford-thunderbird-convertible.html">http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/09/1963-ford-thunderbird-convertible.html</a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRbMwz0wYGet_Nyyx7HVWUDrmxWIRDINhehrWOsud02roGV6uworZbY7POc98MhyphenhyphenBLmaeMdrw0w0h2hwgi39RDwGL3yKLrMHZ_3AybzoBQ-d21BijoZDXi1Zz6IWa9mCPsL-Iw3688AYI/s1600/lamborghini_aventador-wide.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhRbMwz0wYGet_Nyyx7HVWUDrmxWIRDINhehrWOsud02roGV6uworZbY7POc98MhyphenhyphenBLmaeMdrw0w0h2hwgi39RDwGL3yKLrMHZ_3AybzoBQ-d21BijoZDXi1Zz6IWa9mCPsL-Iw3688AYI/s1600/lamborghini_aventador-wide.jpg" height="200" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The Aventador LP 700–4 uses Lamborghini's new 700 PS (510 kW; 690 bhp) 6.5 litre 60° V12 engine weighing 235 kg. Known internally as the L539,[3] the new engine is Lamborghini's fourth in-house engine and second V12. It is the first all-new V12 since the 3.5 litre powerplant found in the 350GT <br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVZXjNawUO-uYjJ0tzPTpuR_u9UJHTur7H2coVrFlxmZwsGvItKUSE6cUxRIXtYhku3LCyXajdiv5aZmhD9GMcmxjH09CvtCgo6mAGgdkLamVGvNo7tdILUuHsrTaSJ4old2LvBatNPxI/s1600/LamborghiniAventador.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVZXjNawUO-uYjJ0tzPTpuR_u9UJHTur7H2coVrFlxmZwsGvItKUSE6cUxRIXtYhku3LCyXajdiv5aZmhD9GMcmxjH09CvtCgo6mAGgdkLamVGvNo7tdILUuHsrTaSJ4old2LvBatNPxI/s1600/LamborghiniAventador.jpg" height="180" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><b><br /></b></i></div><table class="wikitable" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td><i><b>Displacement</b></i></td><td><i><b>6,498 cc (396.5 cu in)</b></i></td></tr><tr><td><i><b>Max. power</b></i></td><td><i><b>700 PS (510 kW; 690 bhp) @ 8,250 rpm</b></i></td></tr><tr><td><i><b>Power to weight</b></i></td><td><i><b>432 PS (318 kW; 426 bhp) per tonne</b></i></td></tr><tr><td><i><b>Max. torque</b></i></td><td><i><b>690 N·m (510 lb·ft) @ 5,500 rpm</b></i></td></tr><tr><td><i><b>CO<sub>2</sub> emissions</b></i></td><td><i><b>398 g/km</b></i></td></tr><tr><td><i><b>Combined fuel consumption</b></i></td><td><i><b>17.2 L/100 km (16.4 mpg<sub><small>-imp</small></sub>; 13.7 mpg<sub><small>-US</small></sub>)</b></i></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><br /><b><span style="color: blue;">wikipedia.org</span></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="color: yellow;">Feuer Frei, der Lamborghini Aventador</span></i><br /><i><span style="color: yellow;"> </span></i><br /><i><span style="color: yellow;">Feuer frei, im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes. Der Lamborghini Aventador ist ein Biest, dessen 700 PS starkes V12-Ungetüm gezähmt werden will. Ist die Traktionskontrolle erstmal ausgeschaltet, das Getriebe auf “Corsa” gestellt, reicht ein beherzter Tritt auf das Gaspedal und das Monster stürmt los. Seine 700 PS werden dabei auf alle vier Räder übertragen, die Gänge per sequenziellen Siebenganggetriebe brutal reingeprügelt und so vergehen nur 2,9 Sekunden, um die 100er-Marke zu knacken. Zu schnell um zu begreifen, was einem da gerade widerfahren ist und eh man sich versieht, zeigt das LCD-Display 350 km/h Topspeed an. Schon im Stand ist der Lamborghini Aventador sauschnell, besticht mit messerscharfen Ecken und Kanten und den Lambo-typischen Flügeltüren. Der V12 gibt dabei den Ton an und so zeigt der Lamborghini Aventador ganz klar, wer in der Mittelmotorliga der Boss ist. Neben den Leistungsdaten, haben auch die Dimensionen der verbauten Räder gewaltige Ausmaße. Die Vorderachse ist mit 19-Zöllern und 255er Reifen- und die Hinterachse, mit großen 20 Zöllern und 335er Reifen bestückt. Das sequenzielle Getriebe des Lamborghini Aventador hat sieben Gänge und drei verschiedene Einstellmöglichkeiten, Strada, Sport und Corsa, verändern so das Set-up von Getriebe und ESP. Dieser Lambo ist eine Fahrmaschine für echte Kerle, nicht umsonst heißt es bei den Machern des Supersportwagens: ”Ist er zu hart, bist du zu weich!” Aber keine Sorge, der Lamborghini Aventador lässt sich zähmen, allerdings auch teuer bezahlen. Mindestens 313.000 € werden für den wilden Stier fällig.<span style="color: blue;"> der-autoteile-blog.de</span></span></i></div>kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-69058174268063808112013-05-26T08:04:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.890-07:00The Mitsubishi Outlander<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgap7wknYQGtLrqPEkIu7DhHTkAcP4M2Efv1QkPylmOV0J7LVaEtYk_vlVvjeW8HhR0OEWlBms71k08utT4zo9CBeMuIYUK3JkJDN3eC05MYkogP6hCNJ112DS3GBgyQrPVR9J8QmHJFgA/s1600/2011-Mitsubishi-Outlander-Sport.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgap7wknYQGtLrqPEkIu7DhHTkAcP4M2Efv1QkPylmOV0J7LVaEtYk_vlVvjeW8HhR0OEWlBms71k08utT4zo9CBeMuIYUK3JkJDN3eC05MYkogP6hCNJ112DS3GBgyQrPVR9J8QmHJFgA/s1600/2011-Mitsubishi-Outlander-Sport.jpg" height="200" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4-bIdDXx8BhzTvm4VNREx1zRB9wB0gTpQd_b0ezBINNvu-YJ81clYJoLblCunnwwsSzcSH_UzmzJB7uN9aGowcRvRiDKt8zvVA91h7nxrw3C3LDFzsW1RTSgbrnxbJZgaE6bF-TED5uo/s1600/2012-Mitsubishi-Outlander-GT.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4-bIdDXx8BhzTvm4VNREx1zRB9wB0gTpQd_b0ezBINNvu-YJ81clYJoLblCunnwwsSzcSH_UzmzJB7uN9aGowcRvRiDKt8zvVA91h7nxrw3C3LDFzsW1RTSgbrnxbJZgaE6bF-TED5uo/s1600/2012-Mitsubishi-Outlander-GT.jpg" height="200" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br />The Mitsubishi Outlander is a crossover manufactured by Japanese automaker Mitsubishi Motors. It was originally known as the Mitsubishi Airtrek when it was introduced in Japan in 2001, and was based on the Mitsubishi ASX concept vehicle exhibited at the 2001 North American International Auto Show. It was sold at Mitsubishi Japan dealership chain called Car Plaza.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqFXBa0faA1ny_lccINd9UupFGyCs-gHIzVwK5cmRuD5XgwmNi90Eb1jcVwpWw7JLA5bvkDIffFbhkLt-vVyKT_KIDT_V6KCy6K3n7m1E5xhXyWIHmN92RaegrsAUpABBEy9Ah7zntdE/s1600/2013_mitsubishi_outlander_australia.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFqFXBa0faA1ny_lccINd9UupFGyCs-gHIzVwK5cmRuD5XgwmNi90Eb1jcVwpWw7JLA5bvkDIffFbhkLt-vVyKT_KIDT_V6KCy6K3n7m1E5xhXyWIHmN92RaegrsAUpABBEy9Ah7zntdE/s1600/2013_mitsubishi_outlander_australia.jpg" height="192" width="320" /></a></div><br /> The ASX (Active Sports Crossover) represented Mitsubishi's approach to the industry wide SUV trend for retaining the all-season and off-road abilities offered by a high ground clearance and four-wheel drive, while still offering car-like levels of emissions, economy and size.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLBAQKXq2oFB36xlmY0pTcec-GwNoXvwCBwAAlzbwj7BuOmi5Uqs7y9mY1weVX9OyJ9VTYDOtSLdUqsbwjDQim5yN7y8a8vWUpJGwQkitijzurE8iCSe9RCWDtMa1aXDOleO5DNoyCjQs/s1600/Mitsubishi+Outlander.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLBAQKXq2oFB36xlmY0pTcec-GwNoXvwCBwAAlzbwj7BuOmi5Uqs7y9mY1weVX9OyJ9VTYDOtSLdUqsbwjDQim5yN7y8a8vWUpJGwQkitijzurE8iCSe9RCWDtMa1aXDOleO5DNoyCjQs/s1600/Mitsubishi+Outlander.jpg" height="161" width="320" /></a></div>source: <span style="color: blue;"> http://en.wikipedia.org/</span>kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-80955055767064349292013-05-02T12:28:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:50.983-07:00The Citroën 2CV - Diana - Spaček<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh44iU9k241cw_sU3GQbe0Dyr9N4-ZPHjpP8YJbGP898lOAGuR-jOfYfduCmY8vnwbrEZ9fvaW_43gVDPkHzspD0rNkWo9u2sEedFMIF9gjo-0Dikei8jKasUIXXCFdX-fkiVWagtcrJuc/s1600/cv2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh44iU9k241cw_sU3GQbe0Dyr9N4-ZPHjpP8YJbGP898lOAGuR-jOfYfduCmY8vnwbrEZ9fvaW_43gVDPkHzspD0rNkWo9u2sEedFMIF9gjo-0Dikei8jKasUIXXCFdX-fkiVWagtcrJuc/s1600/cv2.jpeg" height="232" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Citroën 2CV (French: "deux chevaux" i.e. "deux chevaux-vapeur" (lit. 'steam horses'), "two tax horsepower") was an economy car produced by the French car manufacturer Citroën between 1948 and 1990.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsEE6ccZKDU88tkgUQZpOjKQ0Xci2E7jCZyOiZ2Ig9A_wGhwBhg5d4CilImceLx_EON0GUvhiEQeDpFTm52whfgl1BZbh_4ZgjGLGEw8aWGDRr7KSqIrChdJdDKoDqafb6wi3fzyv5jRw/s1600/crv2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsEE6ccZKDU88tkgUQZpOjKQ0Xci2E7jCZyOiZ2Ig9A_wGhwBhg5d4CilImceLx_EON0GUvhiEQeDpFTm52whfgl1BZbh_4ZgjGLGEw8aWGDRr7KSqIrChdJdDKoDqafb6wi3fzyv5jRw/s1600/crv2.jpeg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />ENGINES <br /><br />The engine was designed by Walter Becchia and Lucien Gerard,[3] with a nod to the classic "boxer" BMW motorcycle engine (it is reported that Becchia dismantled the engine of the BMW motorcycle of Flaminio Bertoni before designing the 2CV engine). It was an air-cooled, flat-twin, four-stroke, 375 cc engine with pushrod operated overhead valves and a hemispherical combustion chamber. The notoriously underpowered earliest model developed only 9 bhp DIN (6.5 kW). <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqqtyBdvYyViBcUtjqCXwt7Ml5gWxQpWculTIJSnzolc71rS7aQwEpq0PIc3jC-ejqXjHS_I0guhQYhOMsNX-o91I-oNFaRYK_5x1UYid6gsuo9ALaFXRwemiD6yQcoEHGshXz45aX7dg/s1600/citroen+croatia.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqqtyBdvYyViBcUtjqCXwt7Ml5gWxQpWculTIJSnzolc71rS7aQwEpq0PIc3jC-ejqXjHS_I0guhQYhOMsNX-o91I-oNFaRYK_5x1UYid6gsuo9ALaFXRwemiD6yQcoEHGshXz45aX7dg/s1600/citroen+croatia.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />A 425 cc engine was introduced in 1955, followed in 1968 by a 602 cc one giving 28 bhp (21 kW) at 7,000 rpm. With the 602 cc engine, the tax classification of the car changed so that it became in fact a 3CV, but the commercial name remained unchanged. A 435 cc engine was introduced at the same time in replacement of the 425 cc; the 435 cc engine car was christened 2CV 4 while the 602 cc took the name 2CV 6 (although a variant did take the name 3CV in Argentina). The 602 cc engine evolved to the M28 33 bhp (25 kW) in 1970; this was the most powerful engine fitted to the 2CV. A new 602 cc giving only 29 bhp (22 kW) at a slower 5,750 rpm was introduced in 1979. Despite being less powerful, this engine was more efficient, allowing lower fuel consumption and better top speed, at the price of decreased acceleration.<br /><br /><span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="color: black;"> source:</span> wikipedia.org</b></span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-68175402626809260942013-04-20T00:48:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:51.076-07:001941 Chrysler Newport<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-zWFYEB3QfPVC9BfqyBivUfcseiG6sLbb2IVR11kvtZFyAn5mQ4DXuicf6GS4XB3RCMjx626xpsiigBIWVOG5ihDAv28EQr8D07oehOOw5e-j1Dxzb1ddNc8CqO8FwywgMMCcwotwbYQ/s1600/1941ChryslerNewportIndy.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-zWFYEB3QfPVC9BfqyBivUfcseiG6sLbb2IVR11kvtZFyAn5mQ4DXuicf6GS4XB3RCMjx626xpsiigBIWVOG5ihDAv28EQr8D07oehOOw5e-j1Dxzb1ddNc8CqO8FwywgMMCcwotwbYQ/s1600/1941ChryslerNewportIndy.jpg" height="197" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Among the cars in Texas enthusiast Don Davis’s great collection, which will all be sold ‘without reserve’ by RM Auctions on April 27, 2013, there are plenty of big and beautiful American machines. Most are incredibly rare and all are spotless, but the red lettering down the sides of one particular car draws the eyes immediately. Perhaps it is appropriate that our eyes should follow Davis’s 1941 Chrysler Newport. It did, after all, serve as the pace car in the Indianapolis 500.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBWxzDIXKXLyIuE4sp7MDOflpaCV5LDooRXzrgy8bhwbQdOb-95z6LceoCT-KeNYZbn-UZgK1o2eTLpuMVLO9IKDSiqNr5OZw3ywmKcXDgI9gOp1DtViSVcWaIVacrtG4WnS3sY6Y6ZzM/s1600/Newport.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBWxzDIXKXLyIuE4sp7MDOflpaCV5LDooRXzrgy8bhwbQdOb-95z6LceoCT-KeNYZbn-UZgK1o2eTLpuMVLO9IKDSiqNr5OZw3ywmKcXDgI9gOp1DtViSVcWaIVacrtG4WnS3sY6Y6ZzM/s1600/Newport.jpg" height="252" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcp26d6iXv93chc3zoxPjDG0xX-O3kEC0FAs2VvOzUYx48ERBUm9HblO08UqjcLtpEalVmuShYqH9NjurnJahMBkzQHkEuWia50ehzfjNUo0SH2_aAZmAvj_dNjUpozNKBl8j1B1PLtSU/s1600/Chrysler_Newport.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcp26d6iXv93chc3zoxPjDG0xX-O3kEC0FAs2VvOzUYx48ERBUm9HblO08UqjcLtpEalVmuShYqH9NjurnJahMBkzQHkEuWia50ehzfjNUo0SH2_aAZmAvj_dNjUpozNKBl8j1B1PLtSU/s1600/Chrysler_Newport.jpg" height="240" width="320" /> </a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/01/1951-chrysler-new-yorker.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 1951 <b>Chrysler</b> New Yorker</a> </span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNwGo-mCh1AhXa6IAVjabnizMsKXNB03aM69Rj3v2PlLZXEbPbKJ27oFKhWIRyMjmbO3VYQ4uRXkf_spWzRIUR5bdewuar7Wp2GdwO90swTzA8CIDbiM57e3W5X7G5L7qer6t9FCTvCU/s1600/41chrysler_newport_2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixNwGo-mCh1AhXa6IAVjabnizMsKXNB03aM69Rj3v2PlLZXEbPbKJ27oFKhWIRyMjmbO3VYQ4uRXkf_spWzRIUR5bdewuar7Wp2GdwO90swTzA8CIDbiM57e3W5X7G5L7qer6t9FCTvCU/s1600/41chrysler_newport_2.jpg" height="250" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKpiJf1UeIlV3fkfZT7d_PzeTHPoHexL4237-ejuH95KBKhhuuJu4sOc_g8-WRaezpzDV-hWEhntyV8wVdYUFO8H7P-MbvIb2KLIc8QAho3GnvSeUbmNNZGqBFlcD9HEj2CwecTXxVsNE/s1600/1941_Chrysler_Newport_Indy_Pace_Car.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKpiJf1UeIlV3fkfZT7d_PzeTHPoHexL4237-ejuH95KBKhhuuJu4sOc_g8-WRaezpzDV-hWEhntyV8wVdYUFO8H7P-MbvIb2KLIc8QAho3GnvSeUbmNNZGqBFlcD9HEj2CwecTXxVsNE/s1600/1941_Chrysler_Newport_Indy_Pace_Car.jpg" height="189" width="320" /></a></div><br />With the dual blows of the Great Depression and the slightly less disastrous Airflow, Chrysler spent the late-1930s building conservatively designed and engineered automobiles. But designer Ralph Roberts of LeBaron recognized that as the nation and the company recovered, Chrysler would benefit from some the addition of some high style to its lineup.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/06/1953-chrysler-delegance.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: 1953 <b>Chrysler</b> D'Elegance</a> </span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1wPFSvVj7YmRAvIvO0kJfF0GzehT62UkZI6ad9i29X6NAwHgoTXUQoOWBttpNy8-XX_MieX38EVq3EGMz_i8f9RVrFfokZVdtPwOdC7oXXscPk8XZcCnpknlfvWIvoIhil8MjkeaaQkY/s1600/Newport1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1wPFSvVj7YmRAvIvO0kJfF0GzehT62UkZI6ad9i29X6NAwHgoTXUQoOWBttpNy8-XX_MieX38EVq3EGMz_i8f9RVrFfokZVdtPwOdC7oXXscPk8XZcCnpknlfvWIvoIhil8MjkeaaQkY/s1600/Newport1.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />What Roberts had in mind was a dual cowl phaeton, a body style that had disappeared from Chryslers after 1933. For the dual cowl’s revival, he combined the old-fashioned body style with exotic baroque curves inspired by aircraft design, including flowing envelope fenders, a fully disappearing fabric top, and headlights that disappeared behind flush-fitting retractable covers. Even the rear cowl was electronically raised and lowered, to ease passenger entry and exit. The result, dubbed the Newport, was so striking that it moved even Chrysler chief K.T. Keller, a known proponent of conservative design. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMyLcZIXfsIgwaBvn1lfsmqvyaIEqXxIY9ezDC0VFVdrkdPEUwcYPz3_0BNO5REyYlzWMKkYU0_4hK4bCLkx1y8x5rxGBu6z-UYoh41QOX1VzYaSCLcucx8-tVTJvym-4g-7qvSDS54f8/s1600/Newport4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMyLcZIXfsIgwaBvn1lfsmqvyaIEqXxIY9ezDC0VFVdrkdPEUwcYPz3_0BNO5REyYlzWMKkYU0_4hK4bCLkx1y8x5rxGBu6z-UYoh41QOX1VzYaSCLcucx8-tVTJvym-4g-7qvSDS54f8/s1600/Newport4.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi027Z55-V7JqM6HgeqywqX9BMQJrRFD8ZfUI1TmZ-LEzdlHLy5pj8FySMk5l9ab9NvQqQlyuLFcSb6NHz6uVJFoBoa4JPdpiXKSJj-Gjx9YjX7ydZ6qNSxjAeoLMVHpfian8ZrAhJ8Esw/s1600/Newport6.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi027Z55-V7JqM6HgeqywqX9BMQJrRFD8ZfUI1TmZ-LEzdlHLy5pj8FySMk5l9ab9NvQqQlyuLFcSb6NHz6uVJFoBoa4JPdpiXKSJj-Gjx9YjX7ydZ6qNSxjAeoLMVHpfian8ZrAhJ8Esw/s1600/Newport6.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div>Keller ordered LeBaron to produce six examples of the Newport for the 1941 auto shows, which, by the time of the order, meant that all six cars had to be turned out in 90 days. It is believed that only five were actually completed, and they caused a sensation as they toured auto shows and Chrysler dealerships in the months before World War II. Despite their “concept car” status, the Newports have enjoyed an enviable survival rate. All five remain today, including examples held in the permanent collections of the Walter P. Chrysler Museum and the National Automobile Museum. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1V07QZ_KyV2LaAlFJJXpp7xM_qT9BftzD_7X6L-NLUvAcOWukXKCsnKgD2a9-Anznc1C4EQMCTYprcr6w_vvJJzLbuZZ-zTFoZtcZTi2tshORLScmQ4ld7q5tMtk0lrZnO76m-qaVv4/s1600/Newport3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhT1V07QZ_KyV2LaAlFJJXpp7xM_qT9BftzD_7X6L-NLUvAcOWukXKCsnKgD2a9-Anznc1C4EQMCTYprcr6w_vvJJzLbuZZ-zTFoZtcZTi2tshORLScmQ4ld7q5tMtk0lrZnO76m-qaVv4/s1600/Newport3.jpg" height="239" width="320" /></a></div><br />The car shown here was the only Newport built with open headlights, giving it a unique front-end appearance. It is also, perhaps, the most famous example, having served as the Pacemaker of the 1941 Indianapolis 500, the last one held before World War II. Period footage of the race survives at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame, clearly showing this Newport, with its distinctive open headlights, leading the field around the Brickyard. Interestingly, the Newport was, up to that time, the only non-production automobile to have ever paced at Indianapolis. This did not happen again until the Dodge Viper prototype ran in 1989, and the Newport remains the last custom-bodied automobile to have paced Indianapolis. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2013/03/chrysler-300-1969.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Chrysler</b> 300 1969</a></span></span></div><br />It was common in this relaxed era for auto industry executives to commandeer unique prototypes for their personal use. In the case of the Pacemaker Newport, it passed into the hands of Walter P. Chrysler Jr., son of the company’s late founder and namesake, who had it repainted light green and used it while vacationing on Cape Cod. The car was eventually traded into a Chevrolet dealer in Provincetown, Massachusetts, probably by the second owner. It was stored by the next owner in his barn for 30 years, before being sold in July 1989 to A.J. “Tony” Pascucci and his son John, noted collectors who revealed it to the enthusiast community after decades of hiding. <br /><br />It then passed through the hands of prominent collectors Jim Kaufmann and Roger Willbanks. In Willbanks’ hands, the Newport, repainted Chrysler’s green and with the Pacemaker lettering reapplied, appeared at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in 2003. Appropriately, it was chosen that same weekend to pace the course, this time at the Monterey Historic races at the Laguna Seca Raceway. <br /><br />The Newport was next acquired by a Texas collector, whose shop restored it to its original appearance, including the correct bronze finish it had worn at Indy. The restoration took thousands of man hours to complete, with no area of the car untouched. Passed not long after into the hands of Mr. Don Davis, the Pacemaker has resided with him since, and it has been maintained in concours condition and stands today as well as it did in 1941. <br /><br />This 1941 Chrysler Newport is available at the upcoming RM Auctions Don Davis Collection sale, scheduled for April 27, 2013 in Fort Worth, Texas. It carries a pre-sale estimate of $900,000 to $1,200,000. <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2012/05/plymouth-barracuda.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: Plymouth Barracuda</a></span></span></div><br /><span style="color: yellow;"><br /></span><span style="color: yellow;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="es"><span class="hps">Entre los coches</span> <span class="hps">de</span> <span class="hps">gran colección</span> <span class="hps">de</span> <span class="hps">Tejas</span> <span class="hps">entusiasta de</span> <span class="hps">Don</span> <span class="hps">Davis</span>, que <span class="hps">todo</span> <span class="hps">ser vendido</span> <span class="hps atn">"</span>sin reservas" por <span class="hps">RM Auctions</span> <span class="hps">el 27 de abril</span> <span class="hps">de 2013,</span> <span class="hps">hay un montón de</span> <span class="hps">grandes y hermosas</span> <span class="hps">máquinas</span> <span class="hps">americanas.</span> <span class="hps">La mayoría son</span> <span class="hps">muy</span> <span class="hps">raros</span> <span class="hps">y todos son</span> <span class="hps">impecables,</span> <span class="hps">pero la</span> <span class="hps">letras rojas</span> <span class="hps">a los lados de</span> <span class="hps">un vehículo</span> <span class="hps">particular,</span> <span class="hps">dibuja</span> <span class="hps">de inmediato</span> <span class="hps">los</span> <span class="hps">ojos.</span> <span class="hps">Tal vez sea</span> <span class="hps">conveniente que</span> <span class="hps">nuestros</span> <span class="hps">ojos deben</span> <span class="hps">seguir la</span> <span class="hps">Davis</span> <span class="hps">1941</span> <span class="hps">Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">Newport.</span> <span class="hps">No tenía</span>, <span class="hps">después de todo,</span> <span class="hps">servir como el</span> <span class="hps">coche de seguridad</span> <span class="hps">en</span> <span class="hps">la</span> <span class="hps">Indianapolis</span> <span class="hps">500</span><span class="">.</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: yellow;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="es"><span class=""><span class="" id="result_box" lang="de"><span class="hps">Unter den Autos</span> <span class="hps">in</span> <span class="hps">große Sammlung</span> <span class="hps">Texas</span> <span class="hps">Enthusiasten</span> <span class="hps">Don</span> <span class="hps atn">Davis '</span><span class="">, die alle</span> <span class="hps">verkauft werden,</span> <span class="hps">"ohne</span> <span class="hps">Reserve"</span> <span class="hps">werden</span> <span class="hps">von</span> <span class="hps">RM Auctions</span> <span class="hps">am 27. April</span> <span class="hps">2013,</span> <span class="hps">gibt es viele</span> <span class="hps">große und schöne</span> <span class="hps">amerikanischen Maschinen</span>. <span class="hps">Die meisten sind</span> <span class="hps">unglaublich selten</span> <span class="hps">und alle sind</span> <span class="hps">makellos,</span> <span class="hps">aber der rote</span> <span class="hps">Schriftzug</span> <span class="hps">an den Seiten</span> <span class="hps">von</span> <span class="hps">einem bestimmten</span> <span class="hps">Auto</span> <span class="hps">zieht die</span> <span class="hps">Augen sofort</span>. <span class="hps">Vielleicht ist es</span> <span class="hps">angemessen, dass</span> <span class="hps">unsere Augen</span> <span class="hps">sollte</span> <span class="hps">Davis</span> <span class="hps">1941</span> <span class="hps">Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">Newport</span> <span class="hps">folgen</span>. <span class="hps">Es dauerte</span> <span class="hps">immerhin</span> <span class="hps">als</span> <span class="hps">Pace Car</span> <span class="hps">in</span> <span class="hps">der</span> <span class="hps">Indianapolis 500</span> <span class="hps">zu dienen.</span></span></span></span></span><br /><br /><span class="" id="result_box" lang="es"><span class=""><span style="color: yellow;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="de"><span class="hps"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="zh-CN"><span class="">汽车在</span><span class="">德州</span><span class="">爱好者</span><span class="">唐</span><span class="">戴维斯</span>的伟大的收集,所有出售的<span class="atn">“</span>毫无保留<span class="atn">”</span>的RM拍卖2013年4月27,也有很多<span class="">又大又漂亮</span>的美国机。大多数是令人难以置信的罕见的,都是一尘不染的,但一个特定的<span class="">汽车</span>两侧的红色刻字下来立即吸引眼睛。也许是适当的,我们的眼睛应该遵循<span class="">1941</span><span class="">年</span>戴维斯的克莱斯勒新港。它没有,毕竟,作为在印第安纳波利斯500汽车的步伐<span class="">。</span></span> </span></span></span> </span></span><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-63198606354929543322013-04-12T22:57:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:51.174-07:00BMW E34 - BMW 520i <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpyepY3qnopqRaAQnbDWdTbNYNM4b2qsNm5MP1cPvQBM3Sb8xezbAscZ6K0WI596JlIharohoW0nXw1UER3gcidIPJaWixzikIRvZer1osbR4tgbavZJ1RmcPlZw3RYLXhsspGhndPG9U/s1600/E34.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpyepY3qnopqRaAQnbDWdTbNYNM4b2qsNm5MP1cPvQBM3Sb8xezbAscZ6K0WI596JlIharohoW0nXw1UER3gcidIPJaWixzikIRvZer1osbR4tgbavZJ1RmcPlZw3RYLXhsspGhndPG9U/s320/E34.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div> <br />The BMW 5 Series is an executive car manufactured by German automaker BMW since 1972. The car, now in its sixth generation, is sold in sedan and touring body styles. It is BMW's second best-selling model after the 3-Series but represents about 50% of the company's profits.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTORJMpazXYUcK6FHADOEa7f7ktwE8ZU7Dz6Ossb-Y3fMfoagYo2PQMiZvwH4HKojrQFlKPgOeHDDW4_l8RjEvT00SOwcwN840ncptDaCB2rXLniwDWFnOoj1dF7MfzMlRvpXIWUf5YqY/s1600/bmw-5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTORJMpazXYUcK6FHADOEa7f7ktwE8ZU7Dz6Ossb-Y3fMfoagYo2PQMiZvwH4HKojrQFlKPgOeHDDW4_l8RjEvT00SOwcwN840ncptDaCB2rXLniwDWFnOoj1dF7MfzMlRvpXIWUf5YqY/s320/bmw-5.jpg" height="202" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf_uDiFloydUTmsC1w0yqaqaej9bdyV9N9Ghb6NOMYwcYq_6-l1XCkCDKFLcfjHwMsCqel93oGa4vdcGOIv1e_gSB8pi_69R_-k1EW-DhXVSjgYdn5aI8otQ4LvCuOoUU5wDvFZotoQ-w/s1600/E34-Front.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf_uDiFloydUTmsC1w0yqaqaej9bdyV9N9Ghb6NOMYwcYq_6-l1XCkCDKFLcfjHwMsCqel93oGa4vdcGOIv1e_gSB8pi_69R_-k1EW-DhXVSjgYdn5aI8otQ4LvCuOoUU5wDvFZotoQ-w/s320/E34-Front.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><br />On January 29, 2008, the 5 millionth 5 Series was manufactured, a 530d Saloon in Carbon Black Metallic.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd6O_i7H4GCamxNmXS3Ehb411fGr5UG-dd2T3AdGBYaTj-2JdBeE2C5mKNHrJJ93EE5AT-49X4I_LNDhbOy2nH_hvLW1iR0Y37JfH1GjbzBjgNHlnIK_7Rw09LBNvI5wHQBeTppAAeVdY/s1600/BMW_E34_Drift_by_roobi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd6O_i7H4GCamxNmXS3Ehb411fGr5UG-dd2T3AdGBYaTj-2JdBeE2C5mKNHrJJ93EE5AT-49X4I_LNDhbOy2nH_hvLW1iR0Y37JfH1GjbzBjgNHlnIK_7Rw09LBNvI5wHQBeTppAAeVdY/s320/BMW_E34_Drift_by_roobi.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>BMW 5 Series (E34) (1988 - 1995) Description & History</b><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLKR_3_XRmsTjJvEGvwXJ4S12cjxLb7DrtzAZocGSyyMgdp30WkmWTSdTX2Pdy9PAEzYhYSFDEjy0mk8EyblBrvlThdt_Wc054MtAyvda6NSgWVolwlMzzkiDOlq5y3cYG3_pOpKDMedw/s1600/bmw-m5-e34-.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLKR_3_XRmsTjJvEGvwXJ4S12cjxLb7DrtzAZocGSyyMgdp30WkmWTSdTX2Pdy9PAEzYhYSFDEjy0mk8EyblBrvlThdt_Wc054MtAyvda6NSgWVolwlMzzkiDOlq5y3cYG3_pOpKDMedw/s320/bmw-m5-e34-.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div>The third generation BMW 5 Series was introduced in 1988, based on an entirely new E34 automobile platform. Initially available in a saloon body style only (later, BMW would launch a first generation E34-based Touring model), the new 5 Series saloon benefited from a much stiffer bodywork aimed to improve driver's safety in case of a collision and a longer chassis.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH2xL5FyCMdF7Z8B84v-KzZjJtVfxhPZuspmd1t3KShYrnLAuppLYFbeIPQRrKm1B-7O8cocpmqHKk_X42qcnjnVUyBsvAhn2zl1D7Q7kffrmyideL9D-UzAb1qtCxi04fNK4cvZnWJ3s/s1000/bmw-525i-e34.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH2xL5FyCMdF7Z8B84v-KzZjJtVfxhPZuspmd1t3KShYrnLAuppLYFbeIPQRrKm1B-7O8cocpmqHKk_X42qcnjnVUyBsvAhn2zl1D7Q7kffrmyideL9D-UzAb1qtCxi04fNK4cvZnWJ3s/s1000/bmw-525i-e34.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDySCpL480jKkD0zDKT5G52hS0QK4TZlOu1U1Yb6poyLRryc3e9BYjsDCdsKrnSLQ4hFkdv37EBiXY8Kezc1KSeJYhAWyo1chlCQfgpaqH5KO0BHn5QIV-YDShyphenhyphenjvouQsUWhU-xcQmMVM/s1280/e34-eurospec-m5-1993.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDySCpL480jKkD0zDKT5G52hS0QK4TZlOu1U1Yb6poyLRryc3e9BYjsDCdsKrnSLQ4hFkdv37EBiXY8Kezc1KSeJYhAWyo1chlCQfgpaqH5KO0BHn5QIV-YDShyphenhyphenjvouQsUWhU-xcQmMVM/s1280/e34-eurospec-m5-1993.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYGk4-SSNG8VrIDBpzAEcObh-RYRyfdVES5TPRmt4vrsAbgxEVD0T4N2yEfQK2z0Ko9d9Vq0Gy38gbZuoPGDNuewvPNLC8Y9Wl76SKpz_vC7UU8X5619c-tHPq8xo30303Orpa2NlgqeI/s600/e34.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYGk4-SSNG8VrIDBpzAEcObh-RYRyfdVES5TPRmt4vrsAbgxEVD0T4N2yEfQK2z0Ko9d9Vq0Gy38gbZuoPGDNuewvPNLC8Y9Wl76SKpz_vC7UU8X5619c-tHPq8xo30303Orpa2NlgqeI/s600/e34.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br />Also, this model featured a more aerodynamic look, while equipped with newly-developed airbags, revised suspension, ABS system and dynamic stability control. In 1993, BMW slightly restyled its model's exterior design, giving its mirrors a more aerodynamic shape and fitting it with a new set of wheels.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR3jYNOetzhM1I5xOxLlk12wJliKoPbXKMDTB1bZKTzBKSS7hF6bK48DymYrlZmNQS6YKWXsrME7qXrGAKlEqLvtgmQ3fQWScCeylaflndrvoUCREXYMz-CzAdmjxkz6RJaFaUtd070OQ/s1600/425622_BMW_1680x1050_(www.GdeFon.ru).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR3jYNOetzhM1I5xOxLlk12wJliKoPbXKMDTB1bZKTzBKSS7hF6bK48DymYrlZmNQS6YKWXsrME7qXrGAKlEqLvtgmQ3fQWScCeylaflndrvoUCREXYMz-CzAdmjxkz6RJaFaUtd070OQ/s320/425622_BMW_1680x1050_(www.GdeFon.ru).jpg" height="200" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbYL3DHBYzC9nVRy0f0GPGG9gU3FWiLjDwNeea-s8mdqig55hZfC9o-lMMWG8x858p7k9AWQhFLhgXzsRWeMmNmqtWkqzba5YpDoQvafVxmxlnxSB9k16r3S6Rqxk7awA-T2Yv_zQ6wcQ/s1600/bmw-m5-e34-03-498x332.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><br /><br /><h2>BMW 5 Series (E34) 520i (1988 - 1995) dimensions, ground clearance, fuel, acceleration</h2><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicjEXijfIrOi90mpCBbKDB_FIR9rnTHf5i2XeMmz-62-j6T5Qr6EsK5iviusxuStF_Qv7ETG4EoeAwjwBHNIlGrgnuGX3I4J3cmSLJ2uHowF9Uajn0mQKioqSEYxU5-7szPPwnhqiTNho/s1600/night+scene+bmw+m5+e34.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicjEXijfIrOi90mpCBbKDB_FIR9rnTHf5i2XeMmz-62-j6T5Qr6EsK5iviusxuStF_Qv7ETG4EoeAwjwBHNIlGrgnuGX3I4J3cmSLJ2uHowF9Uajn0mQKioqSEYxU5-7szPPwnhqiTNho/s320/night+scene+bmw+m5+e34.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><h3>general</h3><dl title="general"><dt>Cylinders</dt><dd>L6 </dd><dt>Displacement</dt><dd>1991 cm3</dd><dt>Power</dt><dd>95 KW @ 6000 RPM<br />129 HP @ 6000 RPM<br />127 BHP @ 6000 RPM</dd><dt>Torque</dt><dd>120 lb-ft @ 4250 RPM<br />162 Nm @ 4250 RPM</dd><dt>Fuel System</dt><dd>Multipoint Injection </dd><dt>Fuel</dt><dd>Petrol </dd><dt>CO2 Emissions</dt><dd>240 g/km</dd></dl><h3>performance</h3><dl title="performance"><dt>Top Speed</dt><dd>126.1 mph <b>OR</b> 203 km/h</dd><dt>Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph)</dt><dd>11.8 s<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAwRQaWZc6ehrblmVqybExHm9oOZ1HVZXpXLDlaq6kf1iroW0lTxzjmJpJez-T0PETzxXQb_xZQ2emksS1-2c6EUc-SxHss3Wxap0oNf_ISoTThoITWzsrXXs_dLOCZy-KduFrDKqxins/s1109/r5-+m5+bmw.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAwRQaWZc6ehrblmVqybExHm9oOZ1HVZXpXLDlaq6kf1iroW0lTxzjmJpJez-T0PETzxXQb_xZQ2emksS1-2c6EUc-SxHss3Wxap0oNf_ISoTThoITWzsrXXs_dLOCZy-KduFrDKqxins/s1109/r5-+m5+bmw.jpg" height="221" width="320" /></a></div></dd></dl><h3>fuel consumption</h3><dl title="fuel consumption"><dt>City</dt><dd>17.3 mpg US <b>OR</b> 13.6 L/100Km</dd><dt>Highway</dt><dd>31.4 mpg US <b>OR</b> 7.5 L/100Km</dd><dt>Combined</dt><dd>23.3 mpg US <b>OR</b> 10.1 L/100Km</dd></dl><h3>transmission</h3><dl title="transmission"><dt>Drive Type</dt><dd>Rear Wheel Drive </dd><dt>Gearbox</dt><dd>Manual, 5 Speed </dd></dl><h3>brakes</h3><dl title="brakes"><dt>Front</dt><dd>Discs </dd><dt>Rear</dt><dd>Discs </dd></dl><h3>tires</h3><dl title="tires"><dt>Tire Size</dt><dd>195/65 HR15 </dd></dl><h3>dimensions</h3><dl title="dimensions"><dt>Length</dt><dd>185.8 in <b>OR</b> 4719 mm</dd><dt>Width</dt><dd>68.9 in <b>OR</b> 1750 mm</dd><dt>Height</dt><dd>55.5 in <b>OR</b> 1410 mm</dd><dt>Front/rear Track</dt><dd>57.9/59.1 in <b>OR</b> 1,471/1,501 mm</dd><dt>Wheelbase</dt><dd>108.7 in <b>OR</b> 2761 mm</dd><dt>Ground Clearance</dt><dd>5.9 in <b>OR</b> 150 mm</dd><dt>Cargo Volume</dt><dd>16.2 cuFT <b>OR</b> 459 L</dd><dt>Cd</dt><dd>- </dd></dl><h3>weight</h3><dl title="weight"><dt>Unladen Weight</dt><dd>3086.5 lbs <b>OR</b> 1400 kg</dd><dt>Gross Weight Limit</dt><dd>4210.8 lbs <b>OR</b> 1910 kg</dd></dl><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi33DzauG-bY1Cm_zAHVAjgT-yG-d3USk_fY1WjAkrYYVoGVOMpGOL4gbNGYQNeYlUtbOQmXhbSzMxK4Vv3FSVj_c_ZivfJNyNIqVrMWG7fKbchANsyi9fC1upIgTfM2nCimdI6leYea8Y/s1600/bmw-m5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi33DzauG-bY1Cm_zAHVAjgT-yG-d3USk_fY1WjAkrYYVoGVOMpGOL4gbNGYQNeYlUtbOQmXhbSzMxK4Vv3FSVj_c_ZivfJNyNIqVrMWG7fKbchANsyi9fC1upIgTfM2nCimdI6leYea8Y/s320/bmw-m5.jpg" height="213" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><h2><span class="mw-headline" id="E34_.281988.E2.80.931996.29">E34 (1988–1996)</span></h2><br /><br />The third generation 5 Series earned awards for safety and reliability. The BMW E34 was one of BMW's most successful cars, with several different models. These included:<br /><br />Models: Non-US<br />1990–1994 BMW 518i - 1.8 L M40B18 I4 113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp)<br />1995–1996 BMW 518i - 1.8 L M43B18 I4 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp)<br />1995–1996 BMW 518g (CNG) Touring - 1.8 L M43B18 I4<br />1988–1990 BMW 520i - 2.0 L M20B20 I6 122 PS (90 kW; 120 hp)<br />1988–1990 BMW 520i ECE - 2.0 L M20B20 I6 129 PS (95 kW; 127 hp)<br />higher compression than non<br />ECE 1991–1996 BMW 520i - 2.0 L M50B20 I6 150 PS (110 kW; 148 hp)<br />1988–1991 BMW 524td - 2.4 L M21 I6 diesel<br />1993–1995 BMW 525td - 2.5 L M51D25 UL I6 115 PS (85 kW; 113 hp) diesel<br />1991–1995 BMW 525tds - 2.5 L M51D25 OL I6 143 PS (105 kW; 141 hp) diesel<br />1988–1990 BMW 525i - 2.5 L M20B25 I6 170 PS (125 kW; 168 hp)<br />1991–1996 BMW 525i - 2.5 L M50B25 I6 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp)<br />1992–1995 BMW 525iX - 2.5 L M50B25 I6 192 PS (141 kW; 189 hp)<br />1988–1990 BMW 530i - 3.0 L M30B30 I6 188 PS (138 kW; 185 hp)<br />1993–1995 BMW 530i - 3.0 L M60B30 V8 218 PS (160 kW; 215 hp)<br />1988–1992 BMW 535i - 3.4 L M30B35 I6 211 PS (155 kW; 208 hp)<br />1993–1995 BMW 540i - 4.0 L M60B40 V8 286 PS (210 kW; 282 hp)<br />1989–1992 BMW M5 - 3.5 L S38B36 I6, 315 PS (232 kW; 311 hp)<br />1992–1995 BMW M5 - 3.8 L S38B38 I6, 340 PS (250 kW; 335 hp)<br /><br /> US<br />1989–1990 BMW 525i - 2.5 L M20B25 I6, 168 hp (125 kW; 170 PS)<br />1989–1993 BMW 535i - 3.4 L M30B35 I6, 208 hp (155 kW; 211 PS)<br />1991–1993 BMW M5 - 3.5 L S38B36 I6, 310 hp (231 kW; 314 PS)<br />1991–1995 BMW 525i - 2.5 L M50B25 I6, 189 hp (141 kW; 192 PS)<br />1994–1995 BMW 530i - 3.0 L M60B30 V8, 215 hp (160 kW; 218 PS)<br />1994–1995 BMW 540i - 4.0 L M60B40 V8, 282 hp (210 kW; 286 PS) <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-32846641788175775732013-04-01T12:18:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:51.269-07:00The Oldsmobile 98 1971<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCx6iWok6RcI_asKZRitXWzXs0QiRu9-zLK_K4qjt4ZTeYeN-bTsO_FoHxm5YgojfDPHdoZZPLl_cuCmSxZqGJ6hkE_0s5I5KBve-9PP6A5nPhLD2ohly6H7jrNFeiYTcVBRrLMjR5X6A/s1600/Oldsmobile-98.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCx6iWok6RcI_asKZRitXWzXs0QiRu9-zLK_K4qjt4ZTeYeN-bTsO_FoHxm5YgojfDPHdoZZPLl_cuCmSxZqGJ6hkE_0s5I5KBve-9PP6A5nPhLD2ohly6H7jrNFeiYTcVBRrLMjR5X6A/s1600/Oldsmobile-98.jpeg" height="212" width="320" /></a></div>The Oldsmobile 98 (originally Series 90; a.k.a. Ninety-Eight) was a full-size automobile and the flagship model of the Oldsmobile division of General Motors. The name first appeared in 1941 and was used again after American consumer automobile production resumed post-World War II.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir3Y1AmB6Z3IB5QXW0NTPVUZo8-jUuIjaZSmSLGr5_fs68A85yyg6h_19cjy_TM02jnHE7U-Ku0QeM7NtGwsC8uu1SE8mUKE4L6dHQiy-ti-Ly3-bPiLyUqsvt2oKBaUx6p7rrl1kvdWQ/s1600/1971+Oldsmobile+98+Mid+Missouri+Oldsmobile+show.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir3Y1AmB6Z3IB5QXW0NTPVUZo8-jUuIjaZSmSLGr5_fs68A85yyg6h_19cjy_TM02jnHE7U-Ku0QeM7NtGwsC8uu1SE8mUKE4L6dHQiy-ti-Ly3-bPiLyUqsvt2oKBaUx6p7rrl1kvdWQ/s1600/1971+Oldsmobile+98+Mid+Missouri+Oldsmobile+show.jpg" height="216" width="320" /></a></div><br />It was, as it would remain, the top-of-the-line model, with lesser Oldsmobiles having lower numbers such as the A-body 66 and 68, and the B-body 76 and 78. The Series 60 was retired in 1949, the same year the Oldsmobile 78 was replaced by the 88. The Oldsmobile 76 was retired after 1950.<br /><br />This left the two remaining number-names to carry on into the 1990s as the bread and butter of the full-size Oldsmobile lineup until the Oldsmobile Regency replaced the 98 in 1997. Occasionally additional nomenclature was used with the name, such as L/S and Holiday, and the 98 Regency badge would become increasingly common in the later years of the model.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsqKo7lwWTBwlCmfcXogqD70kDOkDoOIcabZzRED2SUz7CaqnW8Xw9bE4guLdEVG659hjmlB6_unDk8j75aIPKcN96Gy_jumBfEQBchGHrbcEyG8tIxYmjYRcF3S8A6Vu3UX24FhSlUU8/s1600/1972+Oldsmobile+98+Regency.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsqKo7lwWTBwlCmfcXogqD70kDOkDoOIcabZzRED2SUz7CaqnW8Xw9bE4guLdEVG659hjmlB6_unDk8j75aIPKcN96Gy_jumBfEQBchGHrbcEyG8tIxYmjYRcF3S8A6Vu3UX24FhSlUU8/s1600/1972+Oldsmobile+98+Regency.jpg" height="229" width="320" /></a></div>The 98 shared its General Motors C-body platform with Buick and Cadillac. As it was the top-line Oldsmobile, the series had the most technologically advanced items available, such as the Hydramatic automatic transmission, the Autronic Eye, an automatic headlight dimmer, and Twilight Sentinel (a feature that automatically turned the headlights on and off via a timer, as controlled by the driver), and the highest-grade interior and exterior trim.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj1UL7c9lr-bUltkkAaqlzfEtYxPDK8ywSwSVsJI7bvARLqgY2x-_KYbeY8jmbz0kKuFYG0ClPqeem4kmWHB9DSMSjC9Hg1NPNcmQhztikUSO9tXjrRvChM7Kmy-eKY2o0pZkjf8yH26E/s1600/71-76_Oldsmobile_Ninety-Eight.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj1UL7c9lr-bUltkkAaqlzfEtYxPDK8ywSwSVsJI7bvARLqgY2x-_KYbeY8jmbz0kKuFYG0ClPqeem4kmWHB9DSMSjC9Hg1NPNcmQhztikUSO9tXjrRvChM7Kmy-eKY2o0pZkjf8yH26E/s1600/71-76_Oldsmobile_Ninety-Eight.jpg" height="136" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>The Oldsmobile 98 eighth generation (1971–1976)</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXgLgQgnah-wZ8f_J1_NIrvLlmhyN40LE4Y8yi08mYhSGpuA6HAsVejdJ3-v886AM6YTif-r3rZzGDgqD3UJ29sGOCXk2e4obxO482HqPiSUGmFyqE-1mv-pJWpMmZPKtsNcOc_kYASIQ/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+1972.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXgLgQgnah-wZ8f_J1_NIrvLlmhyN40LE4Y8yi08mYhSGpuA6HAsVejdJ3-v886AM6YTif-r3rZzGDgqD3UJ29sGOCXk2e4obxO482HqPiSUGmFyqE-1mv-pJWpMmZPKtsNcOc_kYASIQ/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+1972.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAYfSM4VR7G4uxZq7Nah3Y3SxoybMgc4A3t1c4KlQLLcj_ZyBw2eY340G6XO3dQLdw_5Y8lLD_C87OPsNmMR9OHeoyVd_5TOYnM_N9mfCLgiiT9Jnv1968pCyBhkMbI8s-erbcPoLNemM/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+ambolance.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAYfSM4VR7G4uxZq7Nah3Y3SxoybMgc4A3t1c4KlQLLcj_ZyBw2eY340G6XO3dQLdw_5Y8lLD_C87OPsNmMR9OHeoyVd_5TOYnM_N9mfCLgiiT9Jnv1968pCyBhkMbI8s-erbcPoLNemM/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+ambolance.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /></div><br />Oldsmobile built its biggest full-size car in 1971 although wheelbase was unchanged from 1970. The 98s were the roomiest Oldsmobiles ever built thanks to the new GM full-size bodies which, at 64.3" front shoulder room and 63.4" rear shoulder room, set a record for interior width that would not be matched by any car until the full-size GM rear-wheel drive models of the early to mid-1990s.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxXOYyzPSfO749bv250CxNAROPc6XKz3_LrfeI8VIX7kahDXtcriJxY-OYjRf21HrPyjY5LZCRMu8nzRV2T2cl3dIPobSbJZOsJz1v7CPQxWGPz1BqEqgcYV1MD7UToGiv_gOlJlPnNvE/s1600/Oldsmobile+98.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxXOYyzPSfO749bv250CxNAROPc6XKz3_LrfeI8VIX7kahDXtcriJxY-OYjRf21HrPyjY5LZCRMu8nzRV2T2cl3dIPobSbJZOsJz1v7CPQxWGPz1BqEqgcYV1MD7UToGiv_gOlJlPnNvE/s1600/Oldsmobile+98.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div>The 1971 through 1976 Ninety-Eight was very similar to the <a href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/oldsmobile-super-88.html" target="_blank">Oldsmobile 88</a> (which by now was called the "Delta 88") except the Ninety-Eight had a longer passenger compartment owing to its 3" longer wheelbase, and had rear Cadillac-esque tailfins to better differentiate between the two full-size models. The standard 455 cubic-inch Rocket V8 was rated at 320 hp (239 kW) and designed to run on lower octane regular lead, low-lead or unleaded gasoline for the first time this year thanks to a General Motors-mandate that all engines be designed to run on such fuels in preparation for the catalytic converter equipped cars of 1975 and later years that absolutely required unleaded gasoline.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKEC3c0l6ST5MuX-qU3RVGOhLCnFbo1rPaU5DLlnhYpoeD6JfLIw9R7GRCVF2RKB7jWYombzrc6YrbTvCW9EIPyOe1_3seXhfA4GBFtfTGKo8-_VX8zJORe4V07Ko9GRQsdZXgtHclb-s/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+slassic+limo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKEC3c0l6ST5MuX-qU3RVGOhLCnFbo1rPaU5DLlnhYpoeD6JfLIw9R7GRCVF2RKB7jWYombzrc6YrbTvCW9EIPyOe1_3seXhfA4GBFtfTGKo8-_VX8zJORe4V07Ko9GRQsdZXgtHclb-s/s1600/Oldsmobile+98+slassic+limo.jpg" height="240" width="320" /></a></div>Despite this, a few 1975 and 1976 Ninety Eights were released from this catalytic converter requirement in Canada and were given certification along with exemption from requiring unleaded gasoline. V8's were progressively detuned as production wore on in line with tighter emission standards. Trunk mounted louvers for the flow through ventilation system were only found on 1971 models (as in many other GM models of 1971). The louvers were moved to the door jambs for 1972-1976 models. <br /><br />From 1971 to 1976, Oldsmobile's full-sized Custom Cruiser station wagon shared the 127.0-inch (3,230 mm) wheelbase and 455 cubic-inch V8 with the Oldsmobile 98, and shared its interior and exterior styling, in particular the 98's distinctive front fascia and rear quarter panels complete with fender skirts. These were the first Oldsmobile station wagons ever to be built on Oldsmobile's largest chassis. The Custom Cruiser wagons, as did other GM full-sized wagons during these years, used a unique rear suspension with multi-leaf springs instead of the coil springs used on other full-sized Oldsmobiles, and other full-sized GM cars.<br /><br />The Custom Cruiser wagons also featured a new 'Clamshell' tailgate design where the rear power-operated glass slid up into the roof as the tailgate (manually or with power assist), slid into a recess under the cargo floor. The power tailgate, the first in station wagon history, ultimately supplanted the manual tailgate, which required marked effort to lift from storage. It was operated by switches on the instrument panel or a key switch on the rear quarter panel. The Clamshell system, heavy and complex, made it easier to load and unload the extremely long wagons in tight spaces. But it remained un-adopted by any other manufacturer, and would be eliminated when GM reduced the length of their wagons by about a foot in 1977, and the overriding concern became increased fuel economy. <br /><br />At 5,161 lb (2,341 kg) shipping weight (5,186 lb (2,352 kg) with woodgrain), or about 5,400 lb (2,400 kg) curb weight, the three-seat 1974 Custom Cruiser wagons are easily the heaviest Oldsmobiles ever built. <br /><br />The number of body styles was reduced to four for 1971. The convertible was gone as were the 4-door sedan body styles. A new body style was the Luxury Coupe. For the first time ever all Oldsmobile 98s were now hardtops, and for the first time since 1964 not all hardtops were called Holidays (in fact the Prestige Brochure fails to use the term at all). Standard equipment included: armrests, front and rear, power brakes with front discs, electric clock, carpeting, inside hood release, lamp package, power seat, power steering and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. Standard tire size was J78-15. Interiors were vinyl, cloth and leather. Ninety-Eights were built in both Linden and Lansing. <br /><br />Four body styles were offered in the 98 series for 1972. Standard equipment included: Deluxe armrests, dual ashtrays, power brakes with front discs, electric clock, carpeting, interior hood release, remote control outside mirror, molding package, interior light package, windshield radio antenna, power seat, power steering, spare tire cover and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. A midyear version of the 4-door hardtop named the Regency was produced to commemorate Oldsmobile's 75th year as an automaker. For the first time in 17 years the 98 set a new sales record of 121,568. <br /><br />In 1973 a five body style 98 series was at the top end of the Oldsmobile line. The 75th anniversary Regency 4-door hardtop continued, following its successful mid-1972 introduction. Standard equipment included: Deluxe armrests, dual ashtrays, power brakes with front discs, cigarette lighter, carpeting, inside hood release, dome light, molding package, windshield radio antenna, foam sheet cushions, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, Turbo-Hydramatic transmission and wheel opening covers. Standard tire size was L78-15. Upholstery was vinyl or cloth. The Oldsmobile 98 set another record of 138,462 sold. <br /><br />The 1974 Ninety-Eight was now Oldsmobile's longest running series dating back to 1941, and was still popular. Five models were offered with the Regency Coupe taking the place of the Luxury Coupe. Standard equipment included: power brakes with front discs, cigarette lighter, electric clock, interior hood release, lamp package, molding package, remote control outside mirror, windshield radio antenna, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, spare tire cover, power windows, power seat and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. Standard tire size was J78-15. Upholstery was vinyl, cloth or leather. <br /><br />From 1974 to 1975 the 98 reached a record length of 232.4 in (5903 mm), when federally mandated 5 mph (8.0 km/h) bumpers were added both front and rear increasing the overall length of the cars by several inches, while 1976 model year saw minimal length reduction to 232.2 in (5898 mm). It is also worth to note that 1974 Oldsmobile 98 4-door hardtop was longest car with that body style sold that year, since longer Lincoln Continental, Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham and Fleetwood 75 were basically sedans (and 1974 Lincoln Continental came only with one hardtop body style: the 2-door). The 1974-76 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (as well as all full-size Oldsmobiles, Buicks and Cadillacs) also were among the first US production cars to offer an air bag option ("Air Cushion Restraint System") beginning in 1974. Very few cars were so equipped. The high cost ($700) plus public uncertainty about the yet-to-be proven safety systems that are now universal in today's automobiles saw quite handily to that. <br /><br />The number of 98 body styles was reduced in 1975. Four were available consisting of coupes or 4-door hardtops in Luxury or Regency trim. Two door models were no longer hardtops. Standard equipment included: power brakes with front discs, cigarette lighter, electric clock, electronic ignition, hood release, bumper impact strips, lamp package, 455 CID engine, molding package, remote-controlled outside mirror, power seat, power windows, power steering, Deluxe steering wheel, chrome wheel discs and Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. Standard tire size was J78-15. Upholstery was vinyl, cloth or leather. <br /><br />In 1976 the Luxury and Regency editions of the full-size 98s were offered, in 2-door coupes or 4-door hardtops. 4-doors had an extra window (like an opera window) in the C-pillar. A landau roof option for the coupe gave it a huge-looking opera window. Like the Custom Cruiser, 98s had a dual section eggcrate-design grille, with new front end panel, front bumper, and wraparound horizontal parking lamps. Amber marker lenses aligned with the headlamps wrapped around the fender sides. Separate clear cornering lamps had horizontal ribs. Vertical tailamps were decorated with a small emblem in each lens. Tiny back-up lamps stood alongside the license plate, on a panel that also contained small red lenses next to the tailamps. 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It was always at the top of the Cutlass range. It began as a trim package, developed its own roofline, and eventually was mechanically divorced from the later, smaller Cutlasses.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cIstl2tQdLawb6pUAkAgzePkFXig4KU8i_aen-OZliSjIn4L5ndbaR9AlmCLJL-hCUrtsoHr1ausLOiYBksUL5RHYUmvMBdyY8wB2AsAK5IhoTzlbQG_zG7ZDhyphenhyphenn5cCHK7FpJ1QkH4c/s1600/1975+cutlass+s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="187" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6cIstl2tQdLawb6pUAkAgzePkFXig4KU8i_aen-OZliSjIn4L5ndbaR9AlmCLJL-hCUrtsoHr1ausLOiYBksUL5RHYUmvMBdyY8wB2AsAK5IhoTzlbQG_zG7ZDhyphenhyphenn5cCHK7FpJ1QkH4c/s320/1975+cutlass+s.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The Cutlass Supreme name lasted from 1966 until 1997. There was no direct replacement for the Cutlass Supreme itself, although the Intrigue introduced for 1998 was designed in size and price to replace all the Cutlass models.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaabKw0kK0I2IG3MYRWuLRqVORwxe4cHvaS13WuGZPaucqJoZgTruKMiM-2IrCo9PYNi0n-DgzicCV19f32UAUVwGjT76u7lyrxkIgKj07M12-3UAp337lMpqlNtmIau7Oib7hMJIeAdk/s1600/1973_oldsmobile_cutlass.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaabKw0kK0I2IG3MYRWuLRqVORwxe4cHvaS13WuGZPaucqJoZgTruKMiM-2IrCo9PYNi0n-DgzicCV19f32UAUVwGjT76u7lyrxkIgKj07M12-3UAp337lMpqlNtmIau7Oib7hMJIeAdk/s320/1973_oldsmobile_cutlass.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />In 1973, the Cutlass Supreme, like other GM mid-size cars, was redesigned. Hardtop models were replaced by new "Colonnade" styling with fixed center pillars. Concerns over proposed rollover standards caused many automakers to phase out their pillarless hardtops and convertibles throughout the 1970s, and the Cutlass was no exception. Cutlass Supreme coupes had a unique roofline with vertical opera windows not shared with other Cutlass coupes, as well as unique front end styling. For 1976, a new front fascia design with quad rectangular headlamps debuted. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWEgk7yzgEqVAk1M0qw_ejwlhInhblRCPzCmUnqs1GeAdUgYyZZKhyphenhyphenSNSyqfSHc1Plkt2gJ3t1q-N22xx3gNQ1Kg90VKinPXxBSGI0rmPhiA6s3iA4-z59CzVuvmBZtTuhxfckrOQ3DbY/s1600/1973_oldsmobile_cutlass_supreme-pic.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWEgk7yzgEqVAk1M0qw_ejwlhInhblRCPzCmUnqs1GeAdUgYyZZKhyphenhyphenSNSyqfSHc1Plkt2gJ3t1q-N22xx3gNQ1Kg90VKinPXxBSGI0rmPhiA6s3iA4-z59CzVuvmBZtTuhxfckrOQ3DbY/s320/1973_oldsmobile_cutlass_supreme-pic.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>This new Cutlass design was highly successful, becoming one of the best-sellers of the time. The Cutlass line as a whole was America's best-selling car in 1976, helping Oldsmobile to become the only marque outside of Ford and Chevrolet to break one-million units sold. By 1977, however, GM had downsized its full-size models, and the Cutlass Supreme was now nearly identical in size to the redesigned Delta 88. That situation would last only that one year, as GM planned to downsize the Olds Cutlass and other intermediates for 1978.<br /><br /><br /><br />In addition to the Colonnade hardtop coupe, the Cutlass Supreme was also offered in a four-door Colonnade sedan (with six-window styling and frameless door windows) as well as six-and-nine passenger station wagons - the wagons with the woodgrain exterior trim were marketed under the Vista Cruiser nameplate previously used on Oldsmobile's stretched-wheelbase station wagons with raised roof and skylights from 1964 to 1972. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1C9ksG9w_wSM9IM0SQFW45e_bRlAPuz8QN0Pis6vwkTNqFnINo-k3NLNujKSLryPDuuUdiHj8Zm87x3eEbf6GNx4HMoRdfLKGatdX1GwJEHq2d6D7kqAI_QWUFth4-qSJ8MkVYO60ztg/s1600/1975_OLDSMOBILE_W25.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="181" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1C9ksG9w_wSM9IM0SQFW45e_bRlAPuz8QN0Pis6vwkTNqFnINo-k3NLNujKSLryPDuuUdiHj8Zm87x3eEbf6GNx4HMoRdfLKGatdX1GwJEHq2d6D7kqAI_QWUFth4-qSJ8MkVYO60ztg/s320/1975_OLDSMOBILE_W25.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />The Supreme Colonnade sedan was available in 1973 as the Cutlass Salon, which was an option package that included radial tires, upgraded suspension and reclining bucket seats upholstered in corduroy or vinyl trim along with color-keyed wheelcovers - designed as sort of a European-style luxury/touring sedan similar to the Pontiac Grand Am of the same period. For 1974, the Salon package was also made available on the Supreme Colonnade coupe and in 1975, the Salon was upgraded to a separate series available in both sedan and coupe. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYEwsIMEpz-iENOYkRdBCpEx-FZpnR3X_ZUlgG1sNR7DFB5UVyzcxWIrCLpSFbMk0uvFLiw6VVS8x7Sl9S9OhCeoCpvpFNue5w0ushESBVasNyhRIzzJogDqPQgq2546J0cdgyba7LvAU/s1600/1973_oldsmobile.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYEwsIMEpz-iENOYkRdBCpEx-FZpnR3X_ZUlgG1sNR7DFB5UVyzcxWIrCLpSFbMk0uvFLiw6VVS8x7Sl9S9OhCeoCpvpFNue5w0ushESBVasNyhRIzzJogDqPQgq2546J0cdgyba7LvAU/s320/1973_oldsmobile.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>For 1973 and 1974, the 350 Rocket V8 with four-barrel carburetor and 180 horsepower (130 kW) was the standard Cutlass Supreme engine with a 250-horsepower 455 Rocket offered as an option. Both three- and four-speed manual transmissions were offered in 1973, but the greatest majority of Cutlasses (including Supremes) were built with the three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic automatic transmission which became standard equipment in 1974, along with variable-ratio power steering. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"></div>The 1973-74 energy crisis resulting from the Arab Oil Embargo led Oldsmobile to introduce two new smaller engines to the Cutlass line in 1975. The Chevrolet built 250 cubic-inch inline six and three-speed manual transmission were reinstated as standard equipment on the Supreme coupe and sedan with a new Olds-built 260 cubic-inch Rocket V8 (standard on Cutlass Salon and optional on all other Cutlasses except wagons) offered as an option. <br /><br />However, the majority of Cutlass Supremes in 1975, 1976 and 1977 were sold with the now-optional 350 Rocket V8 and Turbo Hydra-matic automatic (still standard on wagons). The 455 Rocket V8 was optional through 1976, and replaced by a smaller 403 Rocket V8 in 1977, the same year in which a Buick-built 231 cubic-inch V6 replaced the Chevy inline six as base power in most Cutlass models.<br /><br /><br /><br />For 1976, the Cutlass Supreme Brougham coupe was added to the line, featuring a more luxurious interior trim than the regular Supreme model with pillowed crushed velour upholstery and 60/40 bench seats similar to the larger Ninety-Eight Regency. It also received quad square headlights. For 1977, the Brougham was also available as a four-door Colonnade sedan. A five-speed manual transmission was available as an option with the 260 V8 in all models except Supreme Brougham and station wagons for 1976 and 1977. <br /><br /><span style="background-color: blue;"><i><span style="background-color: white;"><span></span><b><span style="color: blue;">- wikipedia.org -</span></b></span></i></span><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRvHDur48BLZ8x_FfT1Z72_03MEeJJDC4AROOS5_DbT8DLlPD8_Gc4DOjaDLsSb6e0N5rl391ubeCCUe8GEM1vMhik671qkskbrA2KsgBXm44sCmF4h6E8rXJ-pJfzMOHN-a1NxZ9LuH0/s1600/1974_oldsmobile.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRvHDur48BLZ8x_FfT1Z72_03MEeJJDC4AROOS5_DbT8DLlPD8_Gc4DOjaDLsSb6e0N5rl391ubeCCUe8GEM1vMhik671qkskbrA2KsgBXm44sCmF4h6E8rXJ-pJfzMOHN-a1NxZ9LuH0/s320/1974_oldsmobile.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>1975 Oldsmobile sword </b></i></span></div><br /><br />Though the Organization of Petroleum-Exporting Countries oil embargo was raised in March 1974, its effects rippled through the '75 model year, moving all models, together with the 1975 Oldsmobile sword. Fuel economy loomed massive in product selections regarding everything from powertrains to tires. on the far side that, though, the embargo's inflationary momentum hurt the overall economy, car sales enclosed. The standard power team for many Cutlass models became Chevrolet's 105-bhp, 250-cid inline six and a three-speed manual gear case. the bottom engine within the Salon was a replacement 260-cid V-8, basically a small-bore version of the 350 that Olds engineers whipped up in an exceedingly few months at the urging of acting division top dog Bill Buxton. <br /><br /><br />Fed by a two-barrel carb and mated to the Turbo Hydra-matic, the 110-bhp engine was accessible on alternative coupes and sedans. solely the wagons maintained the 350-cube V-8 and automatic as customary. This pairing, too, was nonmandatory on all the opposite models. Even then, the 350 and nonmandatory 455 V-8s were scaled back to one hundred seventy and a hundred ninety bhp, severally. the consequences showed. in an exceedingly Motor Trend check of a 350-powered '75 Supreme auto, sixty mph arrived in eleven.65 seconds; the 440 yards took a laggard eighteen seconds at seventy eight.67 mph. Oldsmobile's fixation on gasoline mileage wasn't restricted to engines. associate degree economy-minded a pair of.73:1 rear shaft was used across the board in Cutlasses. Steel-belted radial tires conjointly were standardized on the intermediates, partly owing to their reduced rolling resistance. <br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtD2z0HBsk64R9KssYCKB8FSo_6sfGaYcXp7zf6ZkMzCatBhK4zH6EIXnP0QWMt4GB4KPnqENax3zB8LvP1tGcwXG1ZI72JSqDfJ8aAdmPYaCnZmNkcJM3IZxDXRP4TaCk5uq_eshbzbQ/s1600/1974_oldsmobile_cutlass.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtD2z0HBsk64R9KssYCKB8FSo_6sfGaYcXp7zf6ZkMzCatBhK4zH6EIXnP0QWMt4GB4KPnqENax3zB8LvP1tGcwXG1ZI72JSqDfJ8aAdmPYaCnZmNkcJM3IZxDXRP4TaCk5uq_eshbzbQ/s320/1974_oldsmobile_cutlass.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Optional air conditioners came with associate degree "economy" mode that cut out the mechanical device underneath sure conditions to scale back drag on the engine. There was even associate degree accessible dash-mounted economy meter for those fascinated by knowing once their right foot was resting significant on the accelerator. The U. S. government's announce figures for sword engines were sixteen mpg within the town and twenty one mpg on the main road for the six, 15/19 for the 260 V-8, 15/20 for the 350 (14/19 within the wagon), and 13/19 for the 455. MT averaged seventeen.8 mpg in its check automobile. The car business was troubled to realize higher fuel economy whereas within the thick of meeting alteration federal laws on exhaust emissions. the most recent weapon in this battle was the convertor, that Oldsmobile place into all its 1975 models. As a division promulgation explained, "The convertor is associate degree emission management device additional to the exhaust to scale back organic compound and carbon monoxide gas pollutants within the exhaust gas stream. It contains one-eighth-inch-diameter beads coated with a platinum-paladium catalyst that accelerates the oxidizing process and reduces most of the unburned hydrocarbons and carbon monoxide gas to water vapour and dioxide gas." The system enclosed stainless-steel exhaust pipes expected to last fifty,000 miles. Unleaded fuel was needed. Engineering had been junction rectifier by former Oldsmobile chief engineer (and future g president) Robert Stempel, whom company president impotency Cole brought over to the company aspect to develop the device. <br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue;"><span style="background-color: orange;"><span style="font-size: large;"><a class="gs-title" href="http://toplegendarycars.blogspot.com/2011/12/oldsmobile-super-88.html" target="_blank">Legendary Cars: <b>Oldsmobile</b> Super 88</a></span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>From the styling position, 3 new grille styles were created for the Salon (now a full series), Supreme and wagons, and Cutlass/Cutlass S. On all, vertical turn-signal lamps were set at the outer edges of the grille sections. "Secondary lights weren't subject to constant restrictions as headlights," Casillo same, "so the designers had lots additional flexibility to be artistic." Taillights on the sword and S had a twin over-and-under theme; the Supreme and Salon had a vertical side-by-side theme. Supreme coupes adopted the swiveling bucket seats as associate degree choice, however with a twist. Reversible inserts let homeowners switch between vinyl and material upholstery, a gimmick that lasted only 1 year. A Hurst/Olds auto continued to be accessible, once more with a alternative of 350- or 455-cid V-8s. (As a proof of the days, the 350 edged aside the 455 in quality.) this point, though, the H/O was engineered on the sword Supreme body and featured customary "Hurst/Hatch" removable roof panels. The 2536 engineered clothed to be the last Hurst/Oldses till 1979. Assemblies of Oldsmobiles -- including a replacement automobile Starfire hatchback -- inched up in '75 by 9506 units to 628,902, enough to end third once more. However, sword orders shot duplicate to 319,531. The intermediate line currently accounted for quite 1/2 Oldsmobile's model-year output -- albeit solely by a fraction. <br /><br /><br />One clear truth regarding the Cutlass was the charm of its formal-roof coupes. In model year 1975, the two-door Salon and Supreme combined for fifty eight.8 % of sword production and thirty.2 % of all Oldsmobiles created. kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7303924131651513534.post-49196863700913332522013-03-24T13:10:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:01:51.465-07:00Chrysler 300 1969<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0WCM5MDxpU-4GzcxehvowzLh7R7huO0xF6yyaKHPNqs2Dg8Sq3rF5k0p54tSIvIT6XKlxaymW7rYYhR68xSxZ4PV9wPHGsOhnDIVsHjwscR10OA9EJ4SHoB2lV8f7opjFn7AGxjL8-6g/s1600/1969-1971-chrysler-300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0WCM5MDxpU-4GzcxehvowzLh7R7huO0xF6yyaKHPNqs2Dg8Sq3rF5k0p54tSIvIT6XKlxaymW7rYYhR68xSxZ4PV9wPHGsOhnDIVsHjwscR10OA9EJ4SHoB2lV8f7opjFn7AGxjL8-6g/s320/1969-1971-chrysler-300.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <br />The Chrysler 300 (Chrysler 300 Non-Letter Series) was a full-size automobile produced by Chrysler from 1962 until 1971. It was the replacement for the 1961 Chrysler Windsor, which itself filled the place in Chrysler's line previously occupied by the Saratoga just the year before that (1960).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixeTqkCMc2lAuCzzPgr_zbc4UdTim_6DjLHfpvfIzvdLNdxq8AFuFgkP7oKdVTbUbg1qONhHTX30WwAhOv0J-Nz9FinTd4M9vHxwRyQVfmf2LcPPXfjtjviBJ25K9pV9alBo4hBoVmAlA/s1600/1969_Chrysler_300_pic2.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixeTqkCMc2lAuCzzPgr_zbc4UdTim_6DjLHfpvfIzvdLNdxq8AFuFgkP7oKdVTbUbg1qONhHTX30WwAhOv0J-Nz9FinTd4M9vHxwRyQVfmf2LcPPXfjtjviBJ25K9pV9alBo4hBoVmAlA/s320/1969_Chrysler_300_pic2.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>It was slotted below the letter series, adding 4-door versions and ran along letter series until its discontinuation in 1966, becoming the sole 300 model until 1971, when production ended.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji9XljRtEz52F3RoL9tSOkf4NGqKCFvrtSV206vFTETeAiUUpr7n6APJxUa09HYLhd05RGwg7CpAjewdZcN9f6U6_eNmkNdMW0rpVSstx0B_D0pOLfE7VQIoSz5mXV9XLGvwIBI9Qx7dI/s1600/69hardtop5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEji9XljRtEz52F3RoL9tSOkf4NGqKCFvrtSV206vFTETeAiUUpr7n6APJxUa09HYLhd05RGwg7CpAjewdZcN9f6U6_eNmkNdMW0rpVSstx0B_D0pOLfE7VQIoSz5mXV9XLGvwIBI9Qx7dI/s320/69hardtop5.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />1969 was first year for "fuselage styling", there were two engine options; 440 and 440 TNT. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir-6cp7XF_PqP_TmteT_-kjMl_9E0F56uH2xRAm6dZZNwDFGs4CjEUPzloI2QpWYCJusQgTZJ2pJ8EtJfNAJ26vN_rQmuiKZWJK_jGcwjMmLje3gIImqm0pJniv4YEFzdgNLBj81X2iWE/s1600/chrysler-300+run.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir-6cp7XF_PqP_TmteT_-kjMl_9E0F56uH2xRAm6dZZNwDFGs4CjEUPzloI2QpWYCJusQgTZJ2pJ8EtJfNAJ26vN_rQmuiKZWJK_jGcwjMmLje3gIImqm0pJniv4YEFzdgNLBj81X2iWE/s320/chrysler-300+run.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHxA9OWSnzXnSzTFDeXEFzBZqq6i_Xg4F8FYtHthRxRT-5jvZZYQnO54v7eq4kMi-uGqNBSu07DR9hqZkrdSY0HdSyfxoYV0b8kXFGu7U8UyETk186K48nzAoTToDJ3hOeMhYn6R9ubVs/s1600/1969_chrysler_300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHxA9OWSnzXnSzTFDeXEFzBZqq6i_Xg4F8FYtHthRxRT-5jvZZYQnO54v7eq4kMi-uGqNBSu07DR9hqZkrdSY0HdSyfxoYV0b8kXFGu7U8UyETk186K48nzAoTToDJ3hOeMhYn6R9ubVs/s320/1969_chrysler_300.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>For 1970, taking a cue from Oldsmobile, a Hurst 300 was offered in Spinnaker White trimmed in Satin Tan with leather interior, powered by a 375 hp (280 kW) 440 cu in (7.2 l) TNT V8, as a limited edition of 485. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqWmIAXy6-4FpJur8tR-6J4FZaV9vBT3GIwBnvVqKB23DhiP1H1JRpcthsw7pqE5sVvA3cDd9Kxc5r7dYQu_dAyL58iQ9crb6Rj6tI_oATXpzFjNc6ZxKXmliUKzOfx2U23nFEh8V3ls/s1600/chrysler-300.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="201" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqWmIAXy6-4FpJur8tR-6J4FZaV9vBT3GIwBnvVqKB23DhiP1H1JRpcthsw7pqE5sVvA3cDd9Kxc5r7dYQu_dAyL58iQ9crb6Rj6tI_oATXpzFjNc6ZxKXmliUKzOfx2U23nFEh8V3ls/s320/chrysler-300.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>In 1971, the convertible was no longer offered, as Chrysler halted production of convertibles across the entire lineup in 1970. <br /><br /><br /><b>The 440</b><br /><br />The 440 was produced from 1966 until 1978, making it the last version of the Chrysler RB block. It had a cast iron block with iron heads and a bore of 4.32 inches (110 mm) for a overall displacement of 439.7 cu in (7,206 cc).<br /><br />From 1967 to 1971 the high performance version was rated at 375 brake horsepower (280 kW) (370 brake horsepower (276 kW) in 1971) at 4700 rpm with a single four barrel carburetor, and from 1969 to 1971, the highest output version had a 3-2 bbl. intake setup ("440 Six Pack" for Dodge, "440 6 Barrel" for Plymouth) producing 390 brake horsepower (291 kW) (385 brake horsepower (287 kW) in '71). In 1972, changes were made to the system of measuring power of vehicle engines from gross (engine only, without air cleaner, exhaust system, alternator, or other power-consuming components) to net (with alternator, air cleaner, mufflers, and other vehicle equipment installed).<br /><br />The new rating system produced lower, more realistic numbers for any given engine. At the same time, emissions regulations were demanding cleaner exhaust. Engines including the 440 were made with reduced compression, modified cam timing, and other tuning measures to comply with the newly-tightened emissions regulations. The 1972 440 produced 335 bhp (250 kW) (gross) at 4400 rpm; the new net rating was 225 hp (168 kW)—which very closely coincided with period German DIN ratings and TÜV measurements. <br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="fr"><span class="hps">La Chrysler</span> <span class="hps atn">300 (</span>Chrysler <span class="hps">300 Non</span>-Letter <span class="hps">Series)</span> <span class="hps">est</span> <span class="hps">une automobile</span> <span class="hps">de taille</span> <span class="hps">produite par</span> <span class="hps">Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">de 1962 à</span> <span class="hps">1971.</span> <span class="hps">Il</span> <span class="hps">a été le remplacement</span> <span class="hps">de la</span> <span class="hps">1961 Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">Windsor</span>, <span class="hps">qui lui-même</span> <span class="hps">rempli la</span> <span class="hps">place dans la ligne</span> <span class="hps">de Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">précédemment occupé par le</span> <span class="hps">Saratoga</span> <span class="hps">juste</span> <span class="hps">l'année d'avant</span> <span class="hps">(1960)</span>.</span></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="fr"> </span><span class="" id="result_box" lang="ru"><span class="atn">Chrysler 300 (</span><span class="">Chrysler 300</span> <span class="hps atn">Non-</span>Letter <span class="hps">Series)</span> <span class="hps">был</span> <span class="hps">полноразмерный</span> <span class="hps">автомобиль</span> <span class="hps">производства</span> <span class="hps">Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">с 1962</span> <span class="hps">до 1971 года.</span> <span class="hps">Это была</span> <span class="hps">замена</span> <span class="hps">1961 года</span> <span class="hps">Chrysler</span> <span class="hps">Windsor</span>, которая сама <span class="hps">заполнила</span> <span class="hps">место в очереди</span> <span class="hps">Крайслера</span> <span class="hps">ранее занимал</span> <span class="hps">Saratoga</span> <span class="hps">всего</span> <span class="hps">за год до этого</span> <span class="hps">(1960).</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="color: #666666;"><span class="" id="result_box" lang="fr"> </span><span class="" id="result_box" lang="zh-CN"><span class="">克莱斯勒</span><span class="">300(</span><span class="">非字母</span>克莱斯勒300系列)是一个全尺寸的由克莱斯勒生产的汽车,<span class="">从1962年直到</span>1971年。这是1961年克莱斯勒的温莎,这本身就充满了以前在克莱斯勒的产品线所占用<span class="">的</span><span class="">萨拉托加</span>的前一年<span class="">(1960年)</span><span class="">的替代品</span><span class="">。</span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />kaumanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04373173483162221602noreply@blogger.com0