Initially, the Saab 9-2X models were sold out in North America only. But, the relationship between GM and Subaru came to a halt in 2005. As a result of this the production of Saab 9-2 X model was ended. The last model was a 2006 Saab 9-2 X car. But, now once again the Saab 9-2X is being revived this year.
The 2005 Saab 9-2 X model was offered either with a 2.5 L, 4-cylinder engine or a 2.5 L, flat 4-cylinder turbo charged engine. This car was deigned and offered with both DOHC turbocharged 2.0 L engine and SOHC 2.5 L naturally aspirated engine. The 2.0 L engine could generate up to 227 hp at 6000 revolutions per minute. The torque associated with vehicle was about 294 Nm at 4000 revolutions per minute. The 2.5 engine could generate 165 hp of power at 5600 revolutions per minute. The torque associated with 2005 Saab 9-2 X was about 225 Nm 4000 pm.
This car was equipped with either 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmission system. This vehicle was also offered with an all wheel drive system. The 2006 Saab 9-2 X was offered with a price range of US $ 23,710 - 27,670. The 2006 Saab 9-2 x model was offered with a 2.5 L, flat 4-cylinder DOHC or SOHC engine.
The 2006 turbocharged DOHC engine could generate power up to 230 hp at 6000 revolutions per minute, whereas the 2.5 L SOHC engine could generate 173 hp of power at 6000 revolutions per minute. The engine torque associated with the DOHC engine was about 319 NM at 3600 rpm, whereas in SOHC engine, the torque was about 225 Nm at 4400 revolutions per minute.
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Used Saab - A Great Choice For Elderly Drivers
I'm the proud owner of a used Saab 9-3, a 2000 model that I've owned and loved for the past three years. I'm retired and a keen golfer and gardener, so my motivation for buying the Saab was the enormous boot space and also the low loading position which makes life easier for me at my age.
I spend quite a bit of time in the car because my wife and I like to visit our grandchildren regularly which requires a lengthy motorway trip. When I test drove the Saab 9-3 I was immediately impressed by the comfortable seats and the interior space. It's good for both of us to be able to spread out and relax on a long journey and this car guarantees we don't arrive at our destination crumpled and stiff. The interior bits and pieces are clear and easy to use, unlike some of the more modern cars I looked at. At my age I feel a bit old to be learning new tricks and the Saab 9-3's friendly layout suits me very well.
As we get older it's become more important than ever for my wife and I to feel safe as well and comfortable, so the Saab 9-3's safety rating really impressed us. We're well protected with lots of airbags just in case the worst should happen on one of our adventures. It's also a comfort for us to know our grandchildren are safe, too.
I spend quite a bit of time in the car because my wife and I like to visit our grandchildren regularly which requires a lengthy motorway trip. When I test drove the Saab 9-3 I was immediately impressed by the comfortable seats and the interior space. It's good for both of us to be able to spread out and relax on a long journey and this car guarantees we don't arrive at our destination crumpled and stiff. The interior bits and pieces are clear and easy to use, unlike some of the more modern cars I looked at. At my age I feel a bit old to be learning new tricks and the Saab 9-3's friendly layout suits me very well.
As we get older it's become more important than ever for my wife and I to feel safe as well and comfortable, so the Saab 9-3's safety rating really impressed us. We're well protected with lots of airbags just in case the worst should happen on one of our adventures. It's also a comfort for us to know our grandchildren are safe, too.
360 Modena
At the turn of the century, the quiet little town of Modena was going about its business in the southern Po Valley in Italy. It was like any other town, with busy shops and hard working parents, and the streets were filled with children, who once in a while marveled at the machines that would occasionally rumble by on stiff rubber wheels. Three of those boys would go on to create legendary automotive companies that would bear their names - Maserati, Lamborghini and a young man named Enzo Ferrari. Today Modena is home of factories for automotive legends like Bugatti, De Tomaso, Lamborghini and, of course, Ferrari, thus earning it the reputation as the capital of engines.
Now, nearly one hundred years later, the little town has another distinction by virtue of its name - the 360 Modena, the first production car from Ferrari to be made entirely of aluminum. The line of small, two-seat sports cars went into production in 1999, and is modeled after its predecessor, the legendary F355, and serves as a replacement for the classic small-body Testerossa models, long the flagship of the brand. The 360 Modena is longer, taller, and with a wider wheel base than its ancestors, yet is slimmer in width, lending it less radical yet more muscular and aerodynamic lines.
Now, nearly one hundred years later, the little town has another distinction by virtue of its name - the 360 Modena, the first production car from Ferrari to be made entirely of aluminum. The line of small, two-seat sports cars went into production in 1999, and is modeled after its predecessor, the legendary F355, and serves as a replacement for the classic small-body Testerossa models, long the flagship of the brand. The 360 Modena is longer, taller, and with a wider wheel base than its ancestors, yet is slimmer in width, lending it less radical yet more muscular and aerodynamic lines.
Experience Gifts for Men - Five Top Driving Experiences
If you're looking for something a little different for your man for Father's Day, Christmas or a birthday, something that will last in the memory and is guaranteed to put a smile on your partners face, look no further than a drive in a supercar, or for the ultimate driving experience, a drive in a real ex Formula 1 car. Diving experiences come in a variety of guises and here we'll take a look at five of the top supercar experiences available today.
Ferrari 360
Probably the favourite for most is the Ferrari Driving Experience, although there is a choice of different Ferrari's available, by far the most popular is the Ferrari 360 Modena. Built between 1999 and 2005, the F360 was a replacement for the F355. Produced with an new all-aluminium space-frame chassis, the F360 is widely regarded as one of the best Ferrari's to drive. Powered by a 3.6 litre V8 that gives it a top speed of 183 mph it's little wonder why this Ferrari tops most peoples wish list.
Ferrari 360
Probably the favourite for most is the Ferrari Driving Experience, although there is a choice of different Ferrari's available, by far the most popular is the Ferrari 360 Modena. Built between 1999 and 2005, the F360 was a replacement for the F355. Produced with an new all-aluminium space-frame chassis, the F360 is widely regarded as one of the best Ferrari's to drive. Powered by a 3.6 litre V8 that gives it a top speed of 183 mph it's little wonder why this Ferrari tops most peoples wish list.
Ferrari Models Reviewed
Ferrari was founded in 1929 by Enzo Ferrari and first produced cars in 1947. Today, the parent company for Ferrari is Fiat. The Ferraris engines are famous for their engine displacement technology. The V6 and the V8 are built in total displacement, while the V12 used a displacement of one cylinder. Some of the latest Ferrari models include the Ferrari 550, the 575 M Maranello, 599 GTB Fiorano, the 612 Scaglietti, the F355, the Ferrari 360, the F430, the Enzo Ferrari and the Ferrari FXX.
The 599 GTB Fiorano was started to be produced in 2007, and it is a Gran Turismo two seat berlinetta with a FR layout. The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is a follower of the Ferrari 456 and it is a 2+2 coupe Gran Turismo. It was first launched in 2004 and is still being manufactured. Another car also launched in 2004 is the Ferrari F430. It is a sports car and it is available as a two seat Berlinetta and as a two seat Spider. The F430 has a MR layout and can be purchased with a 6 manual or semi automatic speed.
The Enzo Ferrari is a super car/ ultra car manufactured between 2002 and 2004 and was launched in the memory of the founder of the Ferrari company. The Enzo was manufactured in only 400 copies so it was a highly expensive item. It had a Berlinetta body style and a MR layout. The follower model of the Enzo Ferrari was the FXX, which is also a super car. The FXX was released in 2005, and is said to be an improved Enzo Ferrari with the same MR layout and Berlinetta body style. The FXX keeps many of the Enzo's features but has also new cool features that are singular to the FXX. The car is highly expensive and it may be driven on special tracks only. The last FXX, the 30th was given to Michael Schumacher. A similar super car is the Maserati MC12 Corsa.
The 599 GTB Fiorano was started to be produced in 2007, and it is a Gran Turismo two seat berlinetta with a FR layout. The Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is a follower of the Ferrari 456 and it is a 2+2 coupe Gran Turismo. It was first launched in 2004 and is still being manufactured. Another car also launched in 2004 is the Ferrari F430. It is a sports car and it is available as a two seat Berlinetta and as a two seat Spider. The F430 has a MR layout and can be purchased with a 6 manual or semi automatic speed.
The Enzo Ferrari is a super car/ ultra car manufactured between 2002 and 2004 and was launched in the memory of the founder of the Ferrari company. The Enzo was manufactured in only 400 copies so it was a highly expensive item. It had a Berlinetta body style and a MR layout. The follower model of the Enzo Ferrari was the FXX, which is also a super car. The FXX was released in 2005, and is said to be an improved Enzo Ferrari with the same MR layout and Berlinetta body style. The FXX keeps many of the Enzo's features but has also new cool features that are singular to the FXX. The car is highly expensive and it may be driven on special tracks only. The last FXX, the 30th was given to Michael Schumacher. A similar super car is the Maserati MC12 Corsa.
Ferrari Has Become Unanimous With Speed - Prestige And Elegance
Ferrari is an Italian sports car manufacturer based in Maranello and Modena, Italy. Ferrari cars have been made since 1970, with its speed and elegance epitomised and embodies the ethos of it's founder Enzo Ferrari. click for guide
Ferrari prepared and successfully raced various drivers in Alfa Romeo cars until 1938, when he was officially hired by Alfa as head of their racing department.
A Ferrari is suposed to be black,red,or yellow. The original Ferrari color was yellow and not Red as many people think.
Ferrari also has an internally managed merchandising line that distributes everything from eyewear, pens, perfume, clothing, high tech bicycles to laptop computers bearing the Ferrari brand.
Ferrari has become unanimous with speed, prestige and elegance. Ferrari's cars are among the most desirable of vehicles to own and drive, and are one of the ultimate status symbols of wealth in the world.
A Ferrari is very affordable if you don't mind buying a used vehicle. A Ferrari is definitely a who and not a what!
Ferrari cars, are one of the most wanted vehicles on the planet, usually due to both the companies and vehicles reputations, they are also regarded as a sybmol of success.
Ferrari F40 is one of the fastest and most expensive ferrari cars. Ferraris are an idea of life as much as a car, and they've kept their romance intact, right up into this age of computer-generated everything.
Ferrari prepared and successfully raced various drivers in Alfa Romeo cars until 1938, when he was officially hired by Alfa as head of their racing department.
A Ferrari is suposed to be black,red,or yellow. The original Ferrari color was yellow and not Red as many people think.
Ferrari also has an internally managed merchandising line that distributes everything from eyewear, pens, perfume, clothing, high tech bicycles to laptop computers bearing the Ferrari brand.
Ferrari has become unanimous with speed, prestige and elegance. Ferrari's cars are among the most desirable of vehicles to own and drive, and are one of the ultimate status symbols of wealth in the world.
A Ferrari is very affordable if you don't mind buying a used vehicle. A Ferrari is definitely a who and not a what!
Ferrari cars, are one of the most wanted vehicles on the planet, usually due to both the companies and vehicles reputations, they are also regarded as a sybmol of success.
Ferrari F40 is one of the fastest and most expensive ferrari cars. Ferraris are an idea of life as much as a car, and they've kept their romance intact, right up into this age of computer-generated everything.
Used Ferrari - Sumptuous Supercars
The mention of the name Ferrari springs to mind visions of supercars, sky high prices and thus the exclusive playground of the unthinkably wealthy. Well, such an image would be half-right. Ferraris are expensive, but buying yourself a used Ferrari might be a way to get you behind the wheel of the car you've always wanted, at a price you can't refuse.
The 612 Scaglietti began life with a price tag of £213,000 upwards. Pretty extortionate, but you'd expect to pay top dollar for the best grand tourer out there right? If a 612 is what you're after but you haven't got £200,000 to drop, try looking around for a 2 year old model with about 10,000 miles on the clock; a price tag of £110,000 might seem a little more reasonable. Yes the car is used so be wary of the usual pitfalls, but that £110,000 will still get you that 5.7 litre V12, that space-age styling and ultimately, that badge.
The more sporty 599GTB also began life around the £200,000 mark. The 599 was hugely popular, drawing most of its technology and engineering directly from the infamous Ferrari Enzo. Used prices reflect this: an 2 year old model with 17,000 on the clock will still set you back a good £150,000. For the best in sports car engineering, however, some may see this as a bargain.
The third model in Ferrari's current lineup is the more 'everyday' Ferrari California. Exquisite styling meets practicality, with Ferrari's cutting edge engineering underpinning it all. Brand new in 2008, a California cost around £170,000. Now, if you're lucky, you might find an '09 model with 3,000 miles on the clock for around £150,000. However, these models are few and far between on the used car market, and given the current economic climate, it's likely to stay that way for a while.
The 612 Scaglietti began life with a price tag of £213,000 upwards. Pretty extortionate, but you'd expect to pay top dollar for the best grand tourer out there right? If a 612 is what you're after but you haven't got £200,000 to drop, try looking around for a 2 year old model with about 10,000 miles on the clock; a price tag of £110,000 might seem a little more reasonable. Yes the car is used so be wary of the usual pitfalls, but that £110,000 will still get you that 5.7 litre V12, that space-age styling and ultimately, that badge.
The more sporty 599GTB also began life around the £200,000 mark. The 599 was hugely popular, drawing most of its technology and engineering directly from the infamous Ferrari Enzo. Used prices reflect this: an 2 year old model with 17,000 on the clock will still set you back a good £150,000. For the best in sports car engineering, however, some may see this as a bargain.
The third model in Ferrari's current lineup is the more 'everyday' Ferrari California. Exquisite styling meets practicality, with Ferrari's cutting edge engineering underpinning it all. Brand new in 2008, a California cost around £170,000. Now, if you're lucky, you might find an '09 model with 3,000 miles on the clock for around £150,000. However, these models are few and far between on the used car market, and given the current economic climate, it's likely to stay that way for a while.
Everywhere You Look There Are Signs
Anytime you have a person who wants to learn how to drive they need to start out by getting a drivers education book from the Department of Motor Vehicles. This way they can read up on the instructions and laws of the state that they are currently living in. There are particular laws that apply to each state. Some may have a little twist but the signs are always the same. This is also the part of the book that is most frustrating to new drivers too. Most likely it is because they must put the signs to memory and each sign has its own meaning.
There are certain signs that if you ignore them, if caught then you will get a traffic ticket. If you get too many traffic tickets they affect your points at the Department of Motor Vehicles and they may suspend your drivers license. You run the risk of having your auto insurance rates increase for having many traffic tickets too. If you ignore the wrong signs then you leave yourself open for a traffic accident that you will be blamed for and considered guilty when the policeman arrives and writes up the traffic ticket. This will not only mean that your auto insurance is responsible for fixing the other persons car but you will have a deductible to pay before you can get your own car out of the body shop if the damages are bad enough for such repairs.
There are some signs that almost mean the same thing but are slightly different, for example a red yielding sign means you come to a stop and then when clear merge into the lane with the flowing traffic. A yellow yielding sign means you can merge into the flowing traffic with caution. When do you stop for a school bus? If you are on a divided highway then you do not have to stop. This is when there is a median in the middle that separates the two sides of the road. If there is no median or a raise sidewalk between the two lanes of oncoming traffic then when the school bus stops you must stop allowing the children to cross the road safely if they need to. Signs are important so put them to memory and use them as they should be used.
There are certain signs that if you ignore them, if caught then you will get a traffic ticket. If you get too many traffic tickets they affect your points at the Department of Motor Vehicles and they may suspend your drivers license. You run the risk of having your auto insurance rates increase for having many traffic tickets too. If you ignore the wrong signs then you leave yourself open for a traffic accident that you will be blamed for and considered guilty when the policeman arrives and writes up the traffic ticket. This will not only mean that your auto insurance is responsible for fixing the other persons car but you will have a deductible to pay before you can get your own car out of the body shop if the damages are bad enough for such repairs.
There are some signs that almost mean the same thing but are slightly different, for example a red yielding sign means you come to a stop and then when clear merge into the lane with the flowing traffic. A yellow yielding sign means you can merge into the flowing traffic with caution. When do you stop for a school bus? If you are on a divided highway then you do not have to stop. This is when there is a median in the middle that separates the two sides of the road. If there is no median or a raise sidewalk between the two lanes of oncoming traffic then when the school bus stops you must stop allowing the children to cross the road safely if they need to. Signs are important so put them to memory and use them as they should be used.
10 Great Collector Cars - Issue #2
This issue highlights ten exceptional collector cars which have crossed the auction block in recent weeks.
1968 AC Cobra 427 S/C MX1
After Shelby ceased producing Cobras, AC continued with the AC 428. The one being highlighted here is chassis MX1. It has an interesting history. According to a former owner, "To clarify some misconceptions, I am the original owner/builder. I purchased AC chassis MX1 in the summer of 1978 after hearing of its existence at the SAACII convention in Hershey, PA. It was a bare rolling chassis.
The aluminum body was purchased from Brian Angliss. The attaching superstructure was purchased from Mike McCluskey, a noted Cobra restorer. The components were assembled by an older Englishman in Sterling Heights Michigan. The side oiler 427 block was built by John Vermersch of Total Performance in Mt. Clemens, MI. I sold the vehicle in 1999 and that owner finished the build. The current owner is the third one. I can answer almost any question requarding MX1."
1983 Bentley Corniche Convertible
Reportedly, only three Corniches were built in 1983. This Bentley Corniche Convertible looks fantastic in Tudor Red with a Buckskin Everflex top. Power is from a 6.75 liter V8. The interior is sumptuous tan leather with plush carpet.
1957 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Here's a classic Chevrolet 3100 pickup truck in Brewster Green, which was the recipient of a frame-off nut and bolt restoration. There are less than 1,300 miles on the restoration. With over $75k invested, the truck is flawless and consistently wins awards. This 3100 has the original 235.5 6-cylinder with a few minor modifications including an intake manifold by Offenhouser, Fenton headers, two single Rochester carburetors and Wayne valve cover and side. The transmission is a Saginaw 4-spd with 3.38:1 ring and pinion at the rear in the original housing. All gauges, electronics and other systems on the truck are fully-operational.
1968 AC Cobra 427 S/C MX1
After Shelby ceased producing Cobras, AC continued with the AC 428. The one being highlighted here is chassis MX1. It has an interesting history. According to a former owner, "To clarify some misconceptions, I am the original owner/builder. I purchased AC chassis MX1 in the summer of 1978 after hearing of its existence at the SAACII convention in Hershey, PA. It was a bare rolling chassis.
The aluminum body was purchased from Brian Angliss. The attaching superstructure was purchased from Mike McCluskey, a noted Cobra restorer. The components were assembled by an older Englishman in Sterling Heights Michigan. The side oiler 427 block was built by John Vermersch of Total Performance in Mt. Clemens, MI. I sold the vehicle in 1999 and that owner finished the build. The current owner is the third one. I can answer almost any question requarding MX1."
1983 Bentley Corniche Convertible
Reportedly, only three Corniches were built in 1983. This Bentley Corniche Convertible looks fantastic in Tudor Red with a Buckskin Everflex top. Power is from a 6.75 liter V8. The interior is sumptuous tan leather with plush carpet.
1957 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Here's a classic Chevrolet 3100 pickup truck in Brewster Green, which was the recipient of a frame-off nut and bolt restoration. There are less than 1,300 miles on the restoration. With over $75k invested, the truck is flawless and consistently wins awards. This 3100 has the original 235.5 6-cylinder with a few minor modifications including an intake manifold by Offenhouser, Fenton headers, two single Rochester carburetors and Wayne valve cover and side. The transmission is a Saginaw 4-spd with 3.38:1 ring and pinion at the rear in the original housing. All gauges, electronics and other systems on the truck are fully-operational.
Reasons Why Online Car Auctions Are Better For Cheap Cars
It's not easy to find a reliable working car at a great price. Most used car dealerships will offer their vehicles at prices that make them quite a profit and this typically results in you paying more than the car itself is actually worth. An option that you may wish to turn to, however, which is not widely considered is that of online car auctions. There are plenty of different websites which are built to help individuals find great working vehicles at lower prices than dealerships may provide.
Finding a car using online vehicle auctions will require you to be discretionary, however. Since you will not be getting the chance to inspect the car in person, you will need to pay attention to important details about the car. The vehicle's specific VIN number can allow you to look up a report on the car which will report its entire history. This can help you determine how many times the car has been dealt with and should give you a better idea about the current condition of the car. The sad part about people selling a car online is that you may have no idea if they are telling the full truth about the vehicle. You will want to have as many tools on your side as possible to assist with a great result from online car auctions.
Automobile auctions whether in person or online will possibly allow you to tour their inventory free of charge. Some other websites will require you to pay this fee upon each bid placed. If the website has a huge selection of cars this charge may be worthwhile. A dream car may be waiting in the wind.
Finding a car using online vehicle auctions will require you to be discretionary, however. Since you will not be getting the chance to inspect the car in person, you will need to pay attention to important details about the car. The vehicle's specific VIN number can allow you to look up a report on the car which will report its entire history. This can help you determine how many times the car has been dealt with and should give you a better idea about the current condition of the car. The sad part about people selling a car online is that you may have no idea if they are telling the full truth about the vehicle. You will want to have as many tools on your side as possible to assist with a great result from online car auctions.
Automobile auctions whether in person or online will possibly allow you to tour their inventory free of charge. Some other websites will require you to pay this fee upon each bid placed. If the website has a huge selection of cars this charge may be worthwhile. A dream car may be waiting in the wind.
Andrew Fox - The Affiliate Millionaire
Now you may or may not have heard of Andrew Fox but at the age of 28, this Affiliate Millionaire is living the lifestyle that most of us can only dream of. Having built up a successful affiliate marketing business from scratch over the past 10 years, he is now a highly respected name in the Affiliate Marketing world.
Andrew's revenues from affiliate sales alone have hit well over the million dollar mark in the past 3 years and this has been generated from having mastered the power of email marketing. Andrew has developed a great knack for building huge subscriber lists from working on the psychological triggers that help him gain the trust of those who follow him. By building this relationship, his subscribers continue to buy any affiliate product he recommends and I truly believe this is the key to becoming an Affiliate Millionaire.
This hasn't been an easy road to success. At the beginning Andrew Fox was putting in 16 hour days but gradually his business started to flourish. His main focus was to become an affiliate millionaire and drive his dream car, a Ferrari F355. He can now say he has owned several Ferrari's but my point is that he has worked hard to get this. However, affiliate marketing has made it much easier to achieve his dream and all from the pleasure of his own home.
Andrew's revenues from affiliate sales alone have hit well over the million dollar mark in the past 3 years and this has been generated from having mastered the power of email marketing. Andrew has developed a great knack for building huge subscriber lists from working on the psychological triggers that help him gain the trust of those who follow him. By building this relationship, his subscribers continue to buy any affiliate product he recommends and I truly believe this is the key to becoming an Affiliate Millionaire.
This hasn't been an easy road to success. At the beginning Andrew Fox was putting in 16 hour days but gradually his business started to flourish. His main focus was to become an affiliate millionaire and drive his dream car, a Ferrari F355. He can now say he has owned several Ferrari's but my point is that he has worked hard to get this. However, affiliate marketing has made it much easier to achieve his dream and all from the pleasure of his own home.
Drive a Ferrari 360 Modena With a Ferrari Driving Experience Gift
With a price tag well out of the reach of most, the dream of driving a Ferrari is exactly that, a dream. There are however, ways to make that dream come true. If you really want to drive a Ferrari without having to take out a second mortgage you could always take a look at a Ferrari driving experience. Driving experience gifts give you or your loved one the opportunity to get behind the wheel of the awesome Ferrari 360 Modena, on a real racetrack, with a qualified instructor by your side.
The Car
Built as a replacement to the awesome Ferrari F355 - regarded as one of the most beautiful and usable Ferrari's ever made - the Ferrari 360 Modena certainly had a lot to live up to, it couldn't just be good, it needed to be fantastic and in most opinions, it's exactly that, fantastic. With an all new, all aluminium chassis, the drive in the Ferrari 360 Modena was appreciably stiffer than the 355 and with the weight savings made, a good bit quicker. Power comes from Ferrari's most powerful normally aspirated V8, 3586 cc's produce 400 brake horsepower. Drive the 360 to its limit and it will accelerate from 0 - 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds, keep your foot firmly planted to the floor and you will top out at a staggering 183 miles per hour. But it's not just the speed, when you drive a Ferrari, it's the noise as well, drive the V8 above 4000 revs and the engine note changes from a growling crackle to a full blown wail, a noise that makes the hairs stand up on the back of your neck.
The Car
Built as a replacement to the awesome Ferrari F355 - regarded as one of the most beautiful and usable Ferrari's ever made - the Ferrari 360 Modena certainly had a lot to live up to, it couldn't just be good, it needed to be fantastic and in most opinions, it's exactly that, fantastic. With an all new, all aluminium chassis, the drive in the Ferrari 360 Modena was appreciably stiffer than the 355 and with the weight savings made, a good bit quicker. Power comes from Ferrari's most powerful normally aspirated V8, 3586 cc's produce 400 brake horsepower. Drive the 360 to its limit and it will accelerate from 0 - 60 miles per hour in just 4.5 seconds, keep your foot firmly planted to the floor and you will top out at a staggering 183 miles per hour. But it's not just the speed, when you drive a Ferrari, it's the noise as well, drive the V8 above 4000 revs and the engine note changes from a growling crackle to a full blown wail, a noise that makes the hairs stand up on the back of your neck.
1998 Ferrari F355 GTS and Berlinetta - Collector Car Market Report
Several of these magnificent Ferraris have crossed the ebay auction block in the last couple weeks, most ending unsold. Supply is plentiful and if you still have a job and around $60k to spend on one of the best all-around Ferraris ever made, this is a good time to buy. Good to excellent examples range in price from $50-70K, the GTS generally going for about $5k more.
For capital preservation purposes, I'd recommend a red on black GTS with a 6 speed manual (black leather because it ages well, hides stains, is easy to re-dye and just plain looks great). That said, you should choose what you like as these won't be appreciating in value for several more years. FWIW, my favorite Ferrari color combo depends on the model, but for the F355 I like red on black. And being a performance purist, I prefer the Berlinetta to the GTS.
As always with a Ferrari, either buy one that has had the major service done recently, or factor that into the price. Problems to look for include a rattling bypass valve, cracked manifolds, inoperable electronic suspension, broken heater valve, engine fires (yikes), catalytic converters, a sticky throttle pedal, and worn valve guides leading to oil burning.
For capital preservation purposes, I'd recommend a red on black GTS with a 6 speed manual (black leather because it ages well, hides stains, is easy to re-dye and just plain looks great). That said, you should choose what you like as these won't be appreciating in value for several more years. FWIW, my favorite Ferrari color combo depends on the model, but for the F355 I like red on black. And being a performance purist, I prefer the Berlinetta to the GTS.
As always with a Ferrari, either buy one that has had the major service done recently, or factor that into the price. Problems to look for include a rattling bypass valve, cracked manifolds, inoperable electronic suspension, broken heater valve, engine fires (yikes), catalytic converters, a sticky throttle pedal, and worn valve guides leading to oil burning.
Sunday, January 22, 2012
How to Choose a Fabulous Wedding Car With Style and Comfort on Your Wedding Day
Everyone wants to look back upon their wedding day with fond memories. It is one of the most monumental days of their life, and one that you would want to live in style. The day itself takes time and a lot of organisation, one aspect of the day which is often over looked is the wedding transport.
The range of chauffeur driven vehicles available to choose from is huge, and they can be divided into the following different categories; the sport cars, the modern cars, the classic cars, the limousines and vintage cars. There are prestigious brands like Aston Martin, Bentley, Ferrari, Jaguar, Rolls Royce and there are convertible models for the summer days too. The more classic cars for a wedding are the large and lavish limousines like the Rolls Royce and the Daimler Limousines. If the wedding has a retro theme you could hire a vintage or classic wedding car, alternatively if the wedding has a modern feel, why not opt for a sports car like the Aston Martin.
When considering the wedding car hire, do not be overwhelmed by the range of wedding cars available, consider your personal needs, and if you need assistance the car hire company will be willing and happy to provide advice. The most important thing when deciding on transportation for the wedding day is that you are excited by your choice.
Each wedding car category makes a statement. For instance, classic wedding cars are very stylish and have a character of their own. Vintage cars have that old world opulence and slower pace grandeur. Choose from one of the Rolls Royce or Bentley models, these are usually associated with wealth and success. For a powerful message, there is the choice of the Aston Martin model and for an elegant and sleek car, select from the Mercedes and Jaguar models.
The range of chauffeur driven vehicles available to choose from is huge, and they can be divided into the following different categories; the sport cars, the modern cars, the classic cars, the limousines and vintage cars. There are prestigious brands like Aston Martin, Bentley, Ferrari, Jaguar, Rolls Royce and there are convertible models for the summer days too. The more classic cars for a wedding are the large and lavish limousines like the Rolls Royce and the Daimler Limousines. If the wedding has a retro theme you could hire a vintage or classic wedding car, alternatively if the wedding has a modern feel, why not opt for a sports car like the Aston Martin.
When considering the wedding car hire, do not be overwhelmed by the range of wedding cars available, consider your personal needs, and if you need assistance the car hire company will be willing and happy to provide advice. The most important thing when deciding on transportation for the wedding day is that you are excited by your choice.
Each wedding car category makes a statement. For instance, classic wedding cars are very stylish and have a character of their own. Vintage cars have that old world opulence and slower pace grandeur. Choose from one of the Rolls Royce or Bentley models, these are usually associated with wealth and success. For a powerful message, there is the choice of the Aston Martin model and for an elegant and sleek car, select from the Mercedes and Jaguar models.
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Ferrari 360
Ferrari 360 is a two-seater sports car that was manufactured by Ferrari from the year 1999 till 2005. This mid-sized mid-engine car replaced the then Ferrari F355. An entirely new all-aluminum space frame chassis was built for the Ferrari 360 after it united with Alcoa (Aluminum Company of America). This gave a new look increasing the rigidity by 40% and decreasing the body weight by 28%.
The engine that was used in Ferrari 360 is the new V8 engine which was much more powerful than that used for the previous Ferrari F355. The added stiffness to Ferrari 360 improved the performance where the acceleration from 0 to 100 mph was improved from 4.6 to almost 4.4 seconds. The technology used in this engine was soon followed by the other cars that were released later. F430 used the similar V8 engine that was produced later replacing the Ferrari 360.
Based on the design of Ferrari 360, few other models were released that were the different versions of this car model. 360 Modena is one of the first models that were released at par with Ferrari 360. It is a luxury sports-coupe that consisted of a fixed-roof two door and came along with 6-speed manual transmission. Later, a convertible alternative if the Modena was released which was called the 360 Spider. Challenge Stradale is another road model of Ferrari 360 that was released inspired by the design and technology of the 360 Modena and Spider. These three car models mentioned here were the three road models that were released of Ferrari 360.Few of the factory race car models were also released based on technology used in Ferrari 360. 360 Challenge, 360 GT and 360 GT-C were three factory model cars of the 360.
The engine that was used in Ferrari 360 is the new V8 engine which was much more powerful than that used for the previous Ferrari F355. The added stiffness to Ferrari 360 improved the performance where the acceleration from 0 to 100 mph was improved from 4.6 to almost 4.4 seconds. The technology used in this engine was soon followed by the other cars that were released later. F430 used the similar V8 engine that was produced later replacing the Ferrari 360.
Based on the design of Ferrari 360, few other models were released that were the different versions of this car model. 360 Modena is one of the first models that were released at par with Ferrari 360. It is a luxury sports-coupe that consisted of a fixed-roof two door and came along with 6-speed manual transmission. Later, a convertible alternative if the Modena was released which was called the 360 Spider. Challenge Stradale is another road model of Ferrari 360 that was released inspired by the design and technology of the 360 Modena and Spider. These three car models mentioned here were the three road models that were released of Ferrari 360.Few of the factory race car models were also released based on technology used in Ferrari 360. 360 Challenge, 360 GT and 360 GT-C were three factory model cars of the 360.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Ferrari F355
The Italian performance car producer Ferrari created the Ferrari F355 between nineteen ninety four and nineteen ninety nine, a production lifespan of five years. The F355 was introduced as a successor of the V8 powered, 2 seater, Ferrari F348. The F355 was succeeded by the Ferrari 360 after its production run ended in nineteen ninety nine. The F360 made improvements to the body of the car, including a lighter yet stiffer chassis and a more smooth and rounded styling, compared to the more straight edges of the Ferrari F355. The F360 was later replaced by the F430, a car similar in aesthetics.
The Ferrari F355 is a 2 seat coupe which is powered by a mid V8 engine, an engine which was notable more powerful than that fitted to the Ferrari 348, with five valves per cylinder and an increase in capacity. The three point five litre engine produced three hundred and eighty break horse power, with a top speed of one hundred and eighty three miles per hour (two hundred and ninety five kilometres per hour).
Three body styles were made available over the lifespan of the Ferrari F355; the convertible spider, the Berlinetta coupe, and the targa GTS. The first initial body styles were the coupe and targa, with the spider introduced a year after the production of the car. The Berlinetta body style is the hard top version, which was very popular. The targa body style describes the semi convertible body, whereas the spider is the full convertible model. Over eleven thousand cars were produced in the F355's life time, proving popular as a Ferrari model.
The Ferrari F355 is a 2 seat coupe which is powered by a mid V8 engine, an engine which was notable more powerful than that fitted to the Ferrari 348, with five valves per cylinder and an increase in capacity. The three point five litre engine produced three hundred and eighty break horse power, with a top speed of one hundred and eighty three miles per hour (two hundred and ninety five kilometres per hour).
Three body styles were made available over the lifespan of the Ferrari F355; the convertible spider, the Berlinetta coupe, and the targa GTS. The first initial body styles were the coupe and targa, with the spider introduced a year after the production of the car. The Berlinetta body style is the hard top version, which was very popular. The targa body style describes the semi convertible body, whereas the spider is the full convertible model. Over eleven thousand cars were produced in the F355's life time, proving popular as a Ferrari model.
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