What you are about to see is perhaps the most beautiful automobile ever created. It has the presence of an Italian supermodel and the power of a well seasoned prize fighter. This is the 1969 Lamborghini Miura S, and with its mid-mounted V12, scrape-the-ground stance and symphonic exhaust note, it may just be the world’s most perfect automobile.
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The thing about trends is that you never know just how long they’re going to last. Case-in-point; heavily patina’d cars with modern conveniences and drive-trains. For most of us, the idea of driving around in a rusted hulk is downright repulsive. But what if they were done up, and done up right. This was the vision that Jonathan Ward, founder of ICON Derelicts, had when he embarked on an automotive adventure that he hoped a few discerning enthusiasts would follow.
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So here you go. Here’s a nice little way for you to waste at least 30-minutes at your job today. The game is called Monster Truck Nitro. You play it online and the goal is simple. Just drive your monster truck over as much stuff as you can in the allotted time. The physics are great and the game is fun, but just be careful because if your boss catches you we’re not taking the blame! Click the link below and check it out!
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Sometimes little things can offer up big results when you use them correctly. For instance, combine a few pint-sized toy cars, an itsy-bitsy custom camera, a little road kill and a few creative minds, and what you’re left with is one of the coolest stop motion videos I’ve seen in a LONG time. Check it out after the jump.
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I’ll be honest, one of the last places on this Earth that I’d want to go is the Arctic Circle. You see I hate the cold, like REALLY hate the cold. I know I’d be missing out on the picturesque beauty and tranquility, but at days end I’d find a way to deal with it. Murph (the guy in this video) is different. So different in fact that he went to the Arctic Circle on his trusty BMW R 1150 GS motorcycle. Even though he may (or may not) have a screw lose, I’ve got to give the guy credit, as this is one thing I’d never attempt.
Like I said, I hate the cold.
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The Amelia Island Concours is quickly becoming the Pebble Beach of the East Coast. Once a year some of the most stunning vehicles in the world gather for one simple task – to celebrate mechanized transportation. The goal this year was to celebrate 50 years of the Ford GT40, 50 years of Lamborghini, 50 years of the Porsche 911, 50 years of the Corvette Stingray, and Ducati motorcycle as a whole. The video is almost 16-minutes in length, but if you have the time, I fully encourage you to watch it in its entirety.
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It’s been said that the greatest things in life come in the smallest packages, and the Fiat 500 is the perfect example. It’s got zero cargo space, is slower than the fastest snail, and is about as reliable as well – a Fiat. However what this little bugger loses in performance, it more than makes up for in personality. You see this is a car that makes you smile. It makes the sun come out on a cloudy day while at the same time, bringing joy to all those who see it. The Fiat 500 is not just a car per say, but moreover, it’s a little bit of joy that rolls slowly on four wheels.
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It’s unfortunate, but the majority of us live out our automotive lives through other people who are a lot cooler than we are. Case in point, the driver of this wickedly bad-ass Porsche 997 GT3 RS. This is a vehicle that those of us with little means dream about when we’re staring at the ceiling at night. It makes all the right moves, all the right sounds and ignites the soul to a level that few cars can match. Click through and check it out after the jump.
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PRO’s: Outstanding performance, extreme all-weather versatility, spacious enough for a family of 5.
CON’s: Peculiar styling, high price tag.
FINAL THOUGHT: An amazing SUV/crossover that may well be one of the fastest and most versatile vehicles that BMW has ever produced.
If you’re not sure whether the 2013 BMW X6 M is a car, truck or crossover, don’t feel bad because you’re not alone. You see this things got an identity crises, a bad one, and because of that consumers have been perplex by the X6 since its debut in 2008. I just spent a week with BMW’s X6 M and I can tell you this, I still have no idea what the hell it is, but I fell in love with it, and hot damn if it isn’t a riot of a performance vehicle.
Right off the bat you’ll notice the X6 M is different. It looks like nothing else on the road, runs a massive wheel and tire combo (front 275/40/20 rear 315/35/20), has enough grunt to flat-out embarrass most performance cars and is equipped with huge 15.6-inch front brake rotors that would stop a 747 that’s coming in for a landing. It’s also got more technology than the space shuttle, does an equally good job of defying gravity, yet, is just as home at a track day as it is hauling groceries home from the market.
When I took possession of the X6 M the first thing I did was look at the monroney (window sticker). The price, as optioned, was a whopping $100,895.00. That’s a big number, but one that, after romping on this thing, is really not that crazy. Think about it like this.
Here’s a vehicle that packs a 4.4-liter Twin-Turbo V-8 under the hood that makes 550 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque. It runs to 60 mph in 4.3 seconds, is electronically limited to 155 mph and has a personality that’s part Vegas stripper and part housewife.
The Vegas stripper part will obviously excite and entertain you, while the housewife portion will let one lead a proper upstanding life. For instance, there’s comfortable seating for 5 adults (the front seats are OUTSTANDING), plenty of room for luggage, it’s all-weather capable thanks to BMW’s all-wheel drive system and with every safety feature known to man, is probably the best place to be if something were to go wrong. Now granted fuel economy sucks at 12 city/17 hwy, but thanks to a large 22.4 gallon fuel tank, you’re still able to run around 300 miles between fill-ups.
Here’s some additional food for thought. Last year I ran a BMW X5 M in the One Lap of America. A vehicle that from a mechanical standpoint, is essentially identical. The race itself is a 3500 mile run around the United States that includes running on 8 racetracks in 7 days. It’s without a doubt the most grueling rally style event held in the U.S., and if you and your car make it, then be proud, very proud.
I drove that thing as hard as I would any performance car, and not only did it do well, but it exceeded my wildest expectations. I ran 152 mph down the back straight at Road America, was lifting two wheels off the ground at Hallet Raceway and hauling luggage for four adults over the 400-600 mile transit legs. In short, I was astonished at how good it was.
That experience also helped me justify the $100k price tag, the same one that’s on this X6 M. And while the majority of owners will never partake in an event like One Lap with their X6 M, the fact you can in a vehicle like this is mind-boggling.
I still can’t help but wonder though – why did BMW produce this thing when they already had such a great SUV with the X5 M? It just doesn’t make much sense to me. However, they do say that variety is the spice of life, and if that’s truly the case than rest assured that this 2013 BMW X6 M is hot enough to satisfy every one of your automotive needs.
This is one of those rare cars that has a reserved spot in my fantasy garage. It’s a 1970 Buick Skylark GS and to me, it’s the perfect example of a gentleman’s muscle car. From the bucket seats, to the beautiful center console with eight-track deck, air conditioning and fully-optioned factory dash, this is a car that I’d probably turn into a daily driver. The one you are viewing here is currently for sale on eBay Motors and looks to be in fantastic condition with 65,000 miles on the clock, AND the original build sheet. These cars are becoming harder and harder to find, so make sure to check out the eBay ad at the link below or click through for more pics.
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We all know about shows like Top Gear, Fifth Gear and hell, even Fast N Loud. But there’s another automotive program that actually trumps every single one of them. It’s called Best Motoring and it’s featured only in Japan. The show pits super-cars against each other in no-holds-barred track battles that are truly epic. What you are about to see has been out for awhile, however once you hit the play button I think you’ll forget about that. Think Ferrari F40 vs Porsche GT2 vs Lamborghini Diablo vs GT3 RS vs Ferrari 355 vs Nissan GT-R vs Ferrari F50. Crazy right! Check it out after the jump.
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The temperature here in Northern, CA is supposed to hit an unseasonably hot 95 degrees this afternoon. That means old cars will over heat, people will go to the beach, and air conditioners throughout the region will be set on full blast. This is not a bad thing mind you, however it does make me think back to those snow filled days of winter when I lived in New York. Well, actually, the weather doesn’t make me think of that as much as the video you’re about to see does.
Enjoy.
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It may sound a bit strange, but if you were to tell most people that you can have a relationship with your car, just as you do with say a dog or person, they probably laugh in your face. Automobile enthusiasts however see things differently, as our cars represent not only our freedom, but our memories. Take your first car for instance. You may not know where it is, or what’s become of it, but I can guarantee you’d like to see it again. One lucky father recently got this chance when his son actually hunted down, and bought back his old Mustang Mach 1. The car was far from perfect, but if you think that mattered to his Dad, well, you’d be dead wrong.
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What you are about to witness can only be described as internet gold. It’s a commercial made for a transmission repair facility in Los Angeles, and although it’s a bit on the creepy side, that doesn’t stop it from being completely outstanding. Was it done like this intentionally? Honestly, I have no idea. What I do know however is that this man just solidified himself as a full-on internet legend.
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The sheer amount of AWESOME that you’re about to witness by clicking on the link below cannot be transcribed into words. Therefore I encourage you to simply click, turn up your speakers and revel in all that is, the 1970′s.
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I’ve seen a lot of crazy things happen while on the road course, however what you’re about to witness trumps most of them. You see most drivers are at least aware of what type of transmission is in their car before they drive it at high speed. This guy though… this guys got no clue.
Scary stuff.
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The Lexus IS350 F-Sport has been completely redesigned for 2014. That means new body panels, a new interior, and a V6 engine that pumps out 305 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque. It’s a nice car, it really is, but with a V6 engine note that sounds like a hopped up sewing machine, it’s not really my cup of tea. Matt Farah and the crew from The Smoking Tire recently got hold of a pre-production IS350 F-Sport and put it threw is paces on one of California’s most challenging roads. Check out the video after the jump.
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Is it the guns, hookers, drugs or auto theft that makes the Grand Theft Auto series so enticing? GTA has been around since 1997, and over the last 16 years has developed into the most popular franchise in video game history. The newest version, simply titled Grand Theft Auto V is due out this September and features three main characters, Michael, Franklin and Trevor. GTA V is the most anticipated release on console gaming history for the simple fact that the series has been not only amazingly produced, but offers a level of gaming that has yet to be matched by any other game from any other developer. As mentioned, we’ve still got to wait until fall for “V” to come out, but until then feel free to check out the new cast after the jump.
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PRO’s: Beautifully styled, comfortable and sporty interior that’s loaded with tech. Strong V8 offers great performance.
CON’s: Vague steering, high price tag.
FINAL THOUGHT: A nicely appointed sports-sedan that offers plenty of performance and luxury with a image that’s a big departure from its German rivals.
When you think of a mid-sized performance sedan, the odds of a BMW 5-series popping into your head would probably be pretty good. However there is another vehicle out there that’s trying to encroach on the 5-series dominance. It’s imported from Japan and comes in the form of this – the 2013 Infiniti M56. On paper you’ll notice that all the correct bells and whistles are in place. It’s got a big V8, rear-wheel drive performance and thanks to the optional technology package, has just about every option you’d ever want. However, does all of this power and tech make for a good and sporty automobile? Click through to find out.
The M56 has remained virtually unchanged since its last redesign in 2011. One look will tell you that it’s decidedly Japanese. It’s lines are free flowing and possess a very organic feel, which is something that continues all the way through the cars interior. Under the hood lies a 5.6-liter V8 that produces 420 hp and 417 lb-ft of torque that’s put down through a smooth shifting 7-speed automatic transmission. This particular M56 was also fitted with the optional Sport Package. A $5,650.00 option that gets you things like 20-inch aluminum wheels, active 4-wheel steering, a sport-tuned suspension, better seats and a kick-ass 16-speaker BOSE audio system.
On the road the 2013 Infiniti M56 is almost as good as you’d expect from a $70,000 sports sedan. However it’s not great, which is really what I was hoping for. The suspension comes with two settings, STANDARD and SPORT. STANDARD does an “okay” job of soaking up road imperfections, however those 20-inch rims and low 40-series tires unfortunately still let a few bumps sneak through.
SPORT mode stiffens up everything from the steering to the suspension, however there was still a pretty noticeable disconnect and vagueness through the steering wheel. Throwing the car hard into bends meant putting your trust into the engineers as opposed to the car itself, something that is a bit hard to do when driving at the upper limits. Now don’t get me wrong, this thing does handle quite well, so take that comment with a grain of salt.
Acceleration from the 5.6-liter V8 is brisk and launches you to 60 mph in just a tick over 5-seconds. Very respectable considering the M56 weighs in at over 4,000 lbs. The brakes are equally impressive and bring the M56 down from speed with very little drama or nose dive.
Once inside you’ll see why the M56 has such a dedicated audience. Fit and finish is spot-on and all the materials used are of high quality. The center stack for instance looks as though it came directly from the bridge of the Starship Enterprise. Sitting dead-center is a nicely sized touch screen that can be activated manually through use of the control knob or via a simple touch. It’s not as intuitive as other systems out there, but it won’t take you a decade to figure out either.
The optional 10-speaker BOSE audio system sounds outstanding and will cut audio instantly in the event you receive a call via the hands-free Bluetooth system. Combine that with the fact that you can control all of the vehicles audio, navigation and communication options through the steering wheel and via voice activation, and the system becomes one that you’ll find yourself relying on constantly.
Other notable options like the heated and ventilated seats, heated steering wheel and paddle shifted transmission are also nice touches and things that you’ll become used to very quickly.
When it comes to comfort the M56 doesn’t disappoint. Driver and passenger are treated to wonderfully supportive seats, as are the passengers in the rear. Even the door panels are nicely sculpted and visually, help to truly enhance the overall feel of the M56.
And now for the answer to the question of: Is the 2013 Infiniti a true sports sedan, or simply a nicely appointed luxury sedan with sporty features?
Answer: The 2013 Infiniti M56 is a true sports sedan. It’s not as crisp or engaging as some other models out there, but all the right pieces of the puzzle are there and they do work well together. Therefore, if a new sports sedan is in your future, the 2013 Infiniti M56 is definitely a car you should check out.