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  1. cp-the-nerd
    I really just want something a bit more up to date for my Toronado (if I had the money). No need for 500+ horsepower. Swift and silent... a mild Turbo-6 would be fine. That Monte Carlo is way overkill on an astronomical budget. If I had a resto car like that, I'd get a modern port-injected 5.3L from a junkyard because they're inexpensive and can be found anywhere. Couple of mods and it would make 330-350 hp.
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    Yup...and looking at the 2.0T, it makes 275 horsepower, the same amount (but less than the 2.3 ecoboost from Ford) the LT1 Camaro made in 1993...and more torque... I was 20 years old in 1993 and I thought that was an un-Godly amount of power... Yeah...Ive said it before, the 335 horse 3.6 liter V6 Camaro would be good enough for me...but if I had a choice...like El K mentioned...a Silverado 5.3 liter (327 cubic inches for nostalgic purposes!!! ) 355 horse/383 lb-ft torque would be my dream...no need for more power than that...and V8... But my wet dream would be a 6.2 liter, screamin' chicken laden, black and gold...never mind... I've been saying for over a year that I wish GM would build a Camaro 327!! Man I'd be all over that. Perfectly usable power, V8 rumble, pretty good fuel economy, and yeah that sweet heritage nametag...
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    Camaro 1LT $26,695.00 Camaro 2LT $30,795.00 Camaro 1SS $37,295.00 Camaro 2SS $42,295.00 LGX 3.6L V6, DI, VVT $1,495.00 Dual Mode Exhaust System $895.00 Magnetic Ride Control $1,695.00 8 Speed Automatic Transmission w/ Remote Start & Paddle Shift $1,495.00 RS Pkg (LT models only) $1,950.00 The Camaro I'd buy would be a 2LT V6 RS for $34k.
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    I'm looking forward to the V6 performance tests, because it will continue to change the perception of non-V8 performance. I'm thinking 5.2 sec 0-60 and 13.8 1/4 mile for the manual, and 5.0/13.6 for the 8-speed auto. It might be sticker shock that the V8 starts at $37k, but consider the performance level. It'll basically be on par with a C6 coupe. The V6 makes 335 hp and will be faster than most people know what to do with, it does what V8s did 10 years ago.
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    Nope I guess I was halfway wrong. I knew the new 1.0 Focus got a 6spd and I guess I just assumed the 2.0 did as well. But, I was wrong. In that case it just reinforces my confusion. There must be some financial case for keeping the 5-speeds around. Oh well.
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    Wait, the refreshed Focus uses a 6-speed manual now? That's good to know.
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    DOWN-VOTES ARE BACK.
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    I don't know why Ford is such a holdout on 6-speed manuals in their mainstream compacts. They already have 6-speeds in the ST models, just gear that unit less aggressively.
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    Just say no to Scion. Toyota's compact cars are some of the most uninspired on the market. They're a huge part of the reason people don't car about driving. If the reward when you get behind the wheel of the two most popular cars in America (Camry and Corolla) is flaccid acceleration and terrible, numb steering, it's no wonder the car culture in the US is dwindling. If you're shopping for a fun sub-$20k hatchback, my top pics are as follows: Chevy Sonic Turbo Ford Fiesta 1.0EB Ford Focus 2.0L Mazda 3 2.0L Honda Fit
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    Not sure I follow. The Cadillac XTS--which will be 4 years old when the Continental is released--uses HALDEX torque vectoring AWD, a more advanced system than anything Ford currently produces, and has an available 410 hp turbo V6. It also has standard magnetic ride control and a hi-per strut front suspension. Mechanically, the Continental does not impress. It will sell on interior and exterior design and whether it can be better than the sum of its parts. Indeed it does have those options available, but not standard at that $47k price. (except hi per strut and mrc) To get the power level and awd that the continental is supposedly going to have, you'll be into the $60k range. I'll believe the hype when the production Continental is revealed along with pricing and powertrains.
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    Not sure I follow. The Cadillac XTS--which will be 4 years old when the Continental is released--uses HALDEX torque vectoring AWD, a more advanced system than anything Ford currently produces, and has an available 410 hp turbo V6. It also has standard magnetic ride control and a hi-per strut front suspension. Mechanically, the Continental does not impress. It will sell on interior and exterior design and whether it can be better than the sum of its parts.
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    Autosave is for pansies! I live life on the edge of disaster. I'll work on a redraw at work for 3 hours, get up and do something else for 20 minutes, then come back and realize it still says "UNTITLED DOCUMENT" at the top!
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    It's not exactly aftermarket, but he swapped the 2.7L V6 for the 250 hp 3.5L.
  14. cp-the-nerd
    I've been having issues with Chrome getting very laggy and processor intensive lately. I haven't noticed any performance issues, but my laptop is bad to the bone. I'm going to be super pissed if Edge doesn't conform to HTML standards when I'm doing web design.
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    I absolutely will not buy nor recommend a Chinese imported Buick. I'm very disappointed if GM actually does this.
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    You can pry Chrome from my cold, dead fingers.
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    I need to stay the f@#k off Facebook for a while. I got sucked into TWO separate political arguments today alone. Both times, the people arguing with me didn't know anything about the subject or present facts, but I can't help responding to incredibly wrong statements. I f@#king hate arguing with ignorant people who DON'T KNOW FACTS and have no intention of being open minded.
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    +1 Haha, dude you realize there's an actual +1 button on these forums..? YES! but I wanted to put emphasis and let you know IIIII did that. lol Yeah but you still didn't click the button! MY REPUTATION IS AT STAKE.
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    +1 Haha, dude you realize there's an actual +1 button on these forums..?
  20. cp-the-nerd
    I'm wondering the same thing. I wish they'd offer a "base-model" NSX with a simple RWD layout and manual transmission or DCT. That would appeal to purists. Hybrid sports cars don't do much for me, personally.
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    I will not support a Chinese imported Buick.
  22. cp-the-nerd
    Every year a sports car gets delayed is another nail in the coffin. When the NSX concept bowed in 2011, 500 horsepower pushed sports cars into supercar territory, and a sub-4 second 0-60 was a benchmark of top tier of performance. Now there's a monster Corvette that hits 60 mph in 3.0-3.2 seconds and top tier performance is in the sub-3 second range. I predict underwhelming results similar to the LFA that–for $400,000–couldn't match the performance or ride quality of cars less than half its price from day 1.
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    WTF are they doing over there at Acura?? This thing has been in the pipeline long enough to get a refresh by now. Is the car even going to be relevant when it comes out? I can't imagine there will be too many enthusiasts still frothing at the mouth for this car in another 6+ months.
  24. cp-the-nerd
    How can a lip spoiler be "hideous"? If I'm not mistaken that spoiler on the Regal is the standard GS spoiler that they've used since it came out.
  25. cp-the-nerd
    From the Z06 manual: New Vehicle Break-In Follow these recommended guidelines during the first 2414 km (1500 mi) of driving this vehicle. Parts have a break-in period and performance will be better in the long run. For the first 322 km (200 mi):. To break in new tires, drive at moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the first 322 km (200 mi). New brake linings also need a break- in period. Avoid making hard stops during the first 322 km (200 mi). This is recommended every time brake linings are replaced. For the first 800 km (500 mi): . Avoid full throttle starts and abrupt stops. . Do not exceed 4000 rpm. . Avoid driving at any one constant speed, fast or slow, including the use of cruise control. . Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle when the engine speed will exceed 4000 rpm. . Do not let the engine labor. Never lug the engine in high gear at low speeds. With a manual transmission, shift to the next lower gear. This rule applies at all times, not just during the break-in period. For the first 2414 km (1500 mi): . Do not participate in track events, sport driving schools, or similar activities during the first 2414 km (1500 mi). . Check engine oil with every refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be higher than normal during the first 2414 km (1500 mi). The only thing absent is completing an oil change at the 1500 mile mark.
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