BMW 3.0 CSL
foto of the day: Fulvia Competizione
Lancia Fulvia Zagato Competizione. WANT WANT WANT.
McLaren MP4-12C: how to build an unimaginative, ugly, and boring supercar.
The McLaren MP4 can do blahblahblahblahblah in blah.blah seconds. It can reach a top speed of blahblahblahblahblah. It has technology everywhere, including a blahblahblahblahblahblah….it is the successor to the legendary blahblahblahblahblah.
Don’t even care. It’s so bland and painfully boring from every angle. It looks like a rejected 90s build-your-own-supercar-kit-car. Yeah you copied a Ferrari from the front, you copied the outline of an R8, and you tried add some Lamborghini-ness……BLAH BLAH BLAH. blech.
Hey McLaren! YOU SUKZ AT DESIGN! try again sometime…..
BMW E30 M3 Evo…..with 59 km? and another with 92 km!? NEW!
An amazing story, of a guy who found an E30 M3 Evo sitting brand new……….not even just a regular E30 M3, but an EVO! amazing.
as he puts it:
“The car has not been started or driven for 20years, so will need recommissioning, its booked into a BMW main dealer next week for all fluids,filters and belts a to be changed before its started for the first time in 20 years. Its never been cleaned and has never seen rain and very little day light!!! its just been sat there and forgotten about!!! hence the original 20 year old dust, i quite like it like that it just show’s provenance that the car really was forgotten about!!! When its been cleaned and serviced i’ll post more pics”
WAIT A MINUTE!!! There’s more.
he found ANOTHER identical M3 Evo sitting right next to it with 92 KM and bought the 2nd one as well!! Unbelievable.
at which point, he posted:
“Well ive got some more news for you all!!!!! Sorry just showing off now. Have another look at the photo’s you will see that the cars are sat on different surfaces!!!!!!!!!!!!! There’s not one there were two identical cars both parked next to each other for 20yrs. Ones done 59 kilometers the other has done 92 kilometers”
so he bought both……..AND the RS200 Cosworth!
http://www.rsownersclub.co.uk/rsocbb/showthread.php?t=263734
Saab Aero X…production?
It’s an exciting time for SAAB in IEDEI’s opinion. They get a fresh start, under a native Swedish company, with alot of press in the last 6-12 months and only one way to go: UP.
The CEO of SAAB-SPYKER has been hinting that the Saab Aero X Concept (2006) could get built, even saying “it deserves to be built”. Motor Authority are reporting there may be an increasing chance it does get based, possibly on the existing Spyker Aileron platform. As a concept, it was definitely a stunning example of SAAB design….and what better way to relaunch the company than to make a statement.
GO ON THEN! Build it!
http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1043446_saab-spyker-to-build-aileron-based-aero-x-supercar
foto(s) of the day: 2000
One of the most beautiful Coupes ever….the Lancia 2000 HF
foto of the day: panamera
IEDEI loves the Porsche Panamera. “WHY??” you say? well after seeing it in person, taking a seat inside it, and just admiring the boldness of the design and features, it was hard to NOT like it.
The Cayenne was always a failure in design and execution, although it has proven to be quite popular to the SUV driver who always wanted a Porsche.
The Panamera is a different beast altogether. It’s graceful, intimidating, and actually composed of quite a fascinating design. Want proof? Check out the Techart Porsche Panamera revealed at the Frankurt Auto Show last year.
foto of the day. gtam.
Alfa Romeo GTAM
sounds of madness: Aston Martin One-77
Turn the volume up! SINISTER.
foto of the day: Fulvia in the bushes…
Well this is a depressing photo in many ways; one of my ultimate dream cars— the Lancia Fulvia left for dead…..
photo by John Soqquadro
hello, Porsche 918 Spyder.
This looks very R8-ish, with more curves and Porsche-ness. I’m not sure what to really think of it. I’m not a fan of hybrids, although I understand they will be enhancing market share in the imminent future. If they made this car with a petrol engine, i’d be far more likely to plop it down as my wallpaper. Still pretty cool though, and somewhat of a diversion for Porsche designing.
Make sure you watch the 2 minute promo video at the bottom of the post:
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foto of the day. Lambo snow.
Not sure where this photo originates from, but it was taken this week in IEDEI’s hometown of NYC! Fantastic. Lamborghini Murcielago.
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Alfa Romeo Giulietta; official pics
the worst part of this story is that it seems the car is NOT coming to the USA. oh Fiat you are causing us great pain y’know….meanwhile, check out a few official pics. GORGEOUS. not entirely convinced by the interior, but i’m sure the materials and finish are superb as Alfa Romeo interiors generally are.
Several different versions have been developed: two Quadrifoglio Verde (Cloverleaf) models fitted with a 235 horsepower 1.75-liter turbocharged gasoline engine, two Distinctive models fitted with a 170 horsepower 2.0-liter JTDM turbodiesel engine and a Base model fitted with a 170 horsepower 1.4-liter MultiAir turbocharged gasoline mill.
All the engines are teamed with a six-speed manual as standard while the MultiAir and JTDM engines are available with an optional dual clutch automatic transmission.
Info and pics from: http://www.motorauthority.com/blog/1023724_alfa-romeo-giulietta-official-details
foto of the day. 507 & Z8.
Two of my favourite and MOST beautiful BMWs, together. Striking, really….
BMW 507 & BMW Z8
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MTM Audi S3 for sale in Michigan!
Auto Europe in Birmingham, Michigan (a few miles from where i grew up!) has a 2009 Audi S3 MTM for sale at the moment with less than 5,000 miles. I have inquired about the car and it comes with a full factory warranty (or remainder of), and is priced at $49,000.
After IEDEI brought you an exclusive article about Horschaus/MTM bringing european RS models into the US, it seems that this one is a US-spec Audi A3 2.0T Quattro which has been officially been converted from Germany to S3-spec. MTM offers such an S3 conversion, which upgrades everything from suspension to wheels (MTM Bimoto wheels! sweet) to exhaust and even down to the S3 trim (door sills, badges, etc.).
What you end up with is a 270+ hp equivelant to a euro spec Audi S3. Not bad at all! $49k isn’t a bad price either, considering that IF the S3 did ever make it to the US officially, it would likely start in the mid-$40k range anyway.
The only issues i find with this car is (A) DSG instead of a manual, and (B) those absurd decals on the car (which i’m sure can be removed). Otherwise, quite a car….and I have minimal experience with DSG, so maybe I can learn to love it as others have.
Check out the photos below, and if you’re interested go to the Auto Europe website linked at the bottom of the post for lots more photos and some specs:
from Auto Europe’s website:
The vehicle was bought via the Audi European Delivery Program and picked up from the factory in Ingolstadt and sent to the nearby MTM facility. The conversion work was completed and the vehicle was shipped to America. This particular vehicle has been featured in several magazines and is a very rare vehicle.
Audi Original S3 Bumpers and Side Skirts
Audi Original S3 345 x 30 mm Brakes
MTM 19 x 8.5 Bimoto Wheels with Pirellli P-Zero 235/35/ZR19 91Y
MTM 25mm Lower Springs
MTM Exhaust (Turbo-back, 70 mm stainless steel)
·MTM Chip Tuning (272 HP)
S- Line Trim
DSG Transmission
Panoramic Sunroof
AUTO EUROPE WEBSITE: http://auto-europe-sales.ebizautos.com/webdetail.aspx?iid=4574335
BUY: Lancia Fulvia T-shirt.
Slick are selling this kickass Lancia Fulvia shirt. Go buy it.
http://www.slickattire.com/lancia_shirt.htm
hello: Audi RS5.
Looks fantastic, as expected. Engine specs haven’t been released yet, although i’m hoping forced induction. 450hp at least, could it be a 3.0 Twin Turbo or 4.2L V8? Possible. Either way….it looks epic.
foto of the day. 2000GT
in my opinion, the most beautiful japanese car ever made; the Toyota 2000GT
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