Guest Posted January 20, 2015 Posted January 20, 2015 I'd be surprised if you haven't given a toss over this one Mellohttp://www.topgear.com/uk/car-news/alfa-romeo-4c-coupe-with-a-ferrari-v8-2014-11-18 Looks like a Lotus Elise :mellow:
betty boop Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 looks like the morgan trike will indeed make it here, but unfortunately it has needed extensive mods to meet ADRs and bit like alfas 4C what was a muted $50k price has spiralled off to $90k plus on roads…. http://www.drive.com.au/motor-news/morgan-3-wheeler-confirmed-for-oz-20150120-12u8kf.html might have been better to leave its classification under ADRs as a motorcycle 1
The Fez Posted January 21, 2015 Posted January 21, 2015 All this talk about exotic supercars and hypercars is a bit OTT!! All you hoons need to slow down and take it easy...Ahhh! now this is better -- much more my speed... 1250cc - 28kw - top "speed" around 90kmh. And a true lemon -- lovely! 3
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 the hyundia veloster gets an update, http://www.caradvice.com.au/331015/2015-hyundai-veloster-sporting-upgrades-and-styling-tweaks-for-updated-model/ interior styling update, a beats stereo and engine equalizer (so can make various engine sounds through the stereo) and also finally a dual clutch transmission for the turbo model boosting fuel economy and performance. all probably a good thing though not sure on the engine equaliser or the zanny interior ! 1
nofixedaddress Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Does Hyundai sell these to hang them outside the car so everyone can hear the engine equaliser? NFA 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 also looks like honda have finally come to their senses and developed a dual clutch transmission... http://www.caradvice.com.au/260371/honda-eight-speed-dual-clutch-transmission-unveiled/ as mentioned in the article ... "Although Honda insists that CVT will be its core transmission going forward, introduction of the eight-speed DCT is a sign that the Japanese car maker understands the need for more exciting transmissions going forward." yeah hopefully they get that not everyone driving a car wants to feel like they're driving a singer sewing machine with their CVT transmissions that seems to be the rage with japanese car makers. 1
Tony M Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 All this talk about exotic supercars and hypercars is a bit OTT!! All you hoons need to slow down and take it easy...Ahhh! now this is better -- much more my speed... 1250cc - 28kw - top "speed" around 90kmh. And a true lemon -- lovely! triumph-mayflower.jpg I actually owned one of them in the late 60's when I was working down at Mount Gambier during uni holidays. I still remember the ad verbatim "1951 Triumph Mayflower, rough condition, still goes, unregistered, any reasonable offer" When I first saw it, it was under a thick layer of dust at the back of a shed. It looked straight and it was about the only car I'd seen that I thought I might be able to afford. The vendor envisaged $20 as being a reasonable offer, but accepted $10. When I went round to pick it up after arranging rego etc, it was on the back lawn getting a wash and polish. It had been freshly serviced and filled with petrol! Well, with a heavy body, tiny side valve engine and 3 speed column gear change, it was no ball of fire. OTOH, everything worked, down to the Yale lock on the bonnet (in case someone would want to steal anything under there? ) And it ran just fine apart from a nasty knocking in the big end bearings at idle when hot. It was transport, freedom and I felt like I was king of the road. A lot of people thought it was some sort of mini Rolls Royce and that was fine by me. I had a lot of great times in that car and the "leisurely" performance only made driving it more challenging in a fun way. I remember being with a convoy of friends driving to Carpenter's Rocks for a day at the beach and the other cars were keeping to about 50mph so I wouldn't be left behind. So, on a very long straight, I pulled out and flattened it. Must have taken something like a half an hour to pass the other 3 or 4 cars, but they were too surprised to speed up and foil the manoeuvre. So, I led the the rest of the way flat chat at about 60 mph. I ended up selling to a mate and "trading up" to a 1961 Morris Major that was on its last legs with 4 bald tyres and brakes and a fuel pump that only worked intermittently- had many adventures in that thing too. One was when about 8 of us headed across the border to the Nelson Pub because it was open Sundays being in Victoria. One of the bald tyres blew out (no spare, of course) and one of the girls offered to hitchhike back to town and get her dad to come out and rescue us. Sounded good to me until someone quietly mentioned her dad was the local police sergeant. And then there was the time that I sold it to a bloke with strong bikie connections. When the fuel pump stopped working (it just needed a sharp tap to start up again) he and his mates demanded his money back. I couldn't wait to oblige, but I'd given the cash to my boss for safe keeping ( I was working at the local caravan park) and the sadistic b^^tard wouldn't give it back to me, urging me instead to "stand up to them" Sorry for raving on, but there's nothing like a pic of a Mayflower to get me reminiscing about the times when cars were really fun. I just wish I took more pics in those days. 5
Jake Posted January 22, 2015 Author Posted January 22, 2015 I was a passenger in a new Renault van today with the automatically changing manual gearbox. Quite interesting, and something I haven't seen since older Citroens. 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 I actually owned one of them in the late 60's when I was working down at Mount Gambier during uni holidays. I still remember the ad verbatim "1951 Triumph Mayflower, rough condition, still goes, unregistered, any reasonable offer" When I first saw it, it was under a thick layer of dust at the back of a shed. It looked straight and it was about the only car I'd seen that I thought I might be able to afford. The vendor envisaged $20 as being a reasonable offer, but accepted $10. When I went round to pick it up after arranging rego etc, it was on the back lawn getting a wash and polish. It had been freshly serviced and filled with petrol! Well, with a heavy body, tiny side valve engine and 3 speed column gear change, it was no ball of fire. OTOH, everything worked, down to the Yale lock on the bonnet (in case someone would want to steal anything under there? ) And it ran just fine apart from a nasty knocking in the big end bearings at idle when hot. It was transport, freedom and I felt like I was king of the road. A lot of people thought it was some sort of mini Rolls Royce and that was fine by me. I had a lot of great times in that car and the "leisurely" performance only made driving it more challenging in a fun way. I remember being with a convoy of friends driving to Carpenter's Rocks for a day at the beach and the other cars were keeping to about 50mph so I wouldn't be left behind. So, on a very long straight, I pulled out and flattened it. Must have taken something like a half an hour to pass the other 3 or 4 cars, but they were too surprised to speed up and foil the manoeuvre. So, I led the the rest of the way flat chat at about 60 mph. I ended up selling to a mate and "trading up" to a 1961 Morris Major that was on its last legs with 4 bald tyres and brakes and a fuel pump that only worked intermittently- had many adventures in that thing too. One was when about 8 of us headed across the border to the Nelson Pub because it was open Sundays being in Victoria. One of the bald tyres blew out (no spare, of course) and one of the girls offered to hitchhike back to town and get her dad to come out and rescue us. Sounded good to me until someone quietly mentioned her dad was the local police sergeant. And then there was the time that I sold it to a bloke with strong bikie connections. When the fuel pump stopped working (it just needed a sharp tap to start up again) he and his mates demanded his money back. I couldn't wait to oblige, but I'd given the cash to my boss for safe keeping ( I was working at the local caravan park) and the sadistic b^^tard wouldn't give it back to me, urging me instead to "stand up to them" Sorry for raving on, but there's nothing like a pic of a Mayflower to get me reminiscing about the times when cars were really fun. I just wish I took more pics in those days. great stories Tony, laughed at the bit of your boss telling you to stand up to them hehe 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 I was a passenger in a new Renault van today with the automatically changing manual gearbox. Quite interesting, and something I haven't seen since older Citroens. which citroens you thinking of jake ? the c3 and c4 had robotised manual transmissions from about 2006? am thinking or are there some older citroens again ? 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Older, more like 70's. really ? which models ? never realised. 1
Jake Posted January 22, 2015 Author Posted January 22, 2015 A mate had one may years ago, it was 3 on the floor from memory, you had to manually move the stick, but there was no clutch pedal. You still had to ease off on the accelerator when you changed gear though, and it was really weird to drive for me used to a clutch! 1
Jake Posted January 22, 2015 Author Posted January 22, 2015 Could havebeen a little later. maybe early 80's latest. 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 A mate had one may years ago, it was 3 on the floor from memory, you had to manually move the stick, but there was no clutch pedal. You still had to ease off on the accelerator when you changed gear though, and it was really weird to drive for me used to a clutch! Could havebeen a little later. maybe early 80's latest. definitely sounds pretty interesting 1
Jake Posted January 22, 2015 Author Posted January 22, 2015 Citroen C-Matic. That was it! http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_citroen_cx_2400_pallas.htm 1
The Fez Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 I actually owned one of them in the late 60's when I was working down at Mount Gambier during uni holidays. I still remember the ad verbatim "1951 Triumph Mayflower, rough condition, still goes, unregistered, any reasonable offer" When I first saw it, it was under a thick layer of dust at the back of a shed. It looked straight and it was about the only car I'd seen that I thought I might be able to afford. The vendor envisaged $20 as being a reasonable offer, but accepted $10. When I went round to pick it up after arranging rego etc, it was on the back lawn getting a wash and polish. It had been freshly serviced and filled with petrol! Well, with a heavy body, tiny side valve engine and 3 speed column gear change, it was no ball of fire. OTOH, everything worked, down to the Yale lock on the bonnet (in case someone would want to steal anything under there? ) And it ran just fine apart from a nasty knocking in the big end bearings at idle when hot. It was transport, freedom and I felt like I was king of the road. A lot of people thought it was some sort of mini Rolls Royce and that was fine by me. I had a lot of great times in that car and the "leisurely" performance only made driving it more challenging in a fun way. I remember being with a convoy of friends driving to Carpenter's Rocks for a day at the beach and the other cars were keeping to about 50mph so I wouldn't be left behind. So, on a very long straight, I pulled out and flattened it. Must have taken something like a half an hour to pass the other 3 or 4 cars, but they were too surprised to speed up and foil the manoeuvre. So, I led the the rest of the way flat chat at about 60 mph. I ended up selling to a mate and "trading up" to a 1961 Morris Major that was on its last legs with 4 bald tyres and brakes and a fuel pump that only worked intermittently- had many adventures in that thing too. One was when about 8 of us headed across the border to the Nelson Pub because it was open Sundays being in Victoria. One of the bald tyres blew out (no spare, of course) and one of the girls offered to hitchhike back to town and get her dad to come out and rescue us. Sounded good to me until someone quietly mentioned her dad was the local police sergeant. And then there was the time that I sold it to a bloke with strong bikie connections. When the fuel pump stopped working (it just needed a sharp tap to start up again) he and his mates demanded his money back. I couldn't wait to oblige, but I'd given the cash to my boss for safe keeping ( I was working at the local caravan park) and the sadistic b^^tard wouldn't give it back to me, urging me instead to "stand up to them" Sorry for raving on, but there's nothing like a pic of a Mayflower to get me reminiscing about the times when cars were really fun. I just wish I took more pics in those days. Great stuff Tony!! LOL...Tell me what happened to the Mayflower when you encountered an incline of any degree!!!??? 1
RankStranger Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 (edited) Quote: "the hyundia veloster gets an update, http://www.caradvice...-updated-model/ interior styling update, a beats stereo and engine equalizer (so can make various engine sounds through the stereo) and also finally a dual clutch transmission for the turbo model boosting fuel economy and performance. all probably a good thing though not sure on the engine equaliser or the zanny interior ! " The zaniest thing about that article is the writer's picture! Bloody gen Y! Edited January 22, 2015 by RankStranger 1
betty boop Posted January 22, 2015 Posted January 22, 2015 Quote: "the hyundia veloster gets an update, http://www.caradvice...-updated-model/ interior styling update, a beats stereo and engine equalizer (so can make various engine sounds through the stereo) and also finally a dual clutch transmission for the turbo model boosting fuel economy and performance. all probably a good thing though not sure on the engine equaliser or the zanny interior ! " The zaniest thing about that article is the writer's picture! Bloody gen Y! :lol: 1
betty boop Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 saved best for last ? EOL for Fords and holden big V8 numbers.. how they stack up... http://www.drive.com.au/new-car-comparison/ford-falcon-xr8-v-holden-commodore-ssv-redline-20150122-12vv27.html?rand=1421965337673 1
Tony M Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 Great stuff Tony!! LOL...Tell me what happened to the Mayflower when you encountered an incline of any degree!!!??? Mate, it was diabolical on the hill going up to The Blue Lake Caravan Park where I was working. A cross road at the bottom meant I often had to tackle it from a standing start instead of getting a run-up :mad: 1st gear was too low and second too high. So, I had to rev higher in first that the poor little motor liked and than try to do a slick 1st to 2nd change before all the hard earned momentum was lost and there wasn't enough torque in 2nd to sustain forward progress up the hill . Column changes of that vintage and the word "slick" just aren't compatible. But, the alternative was walking and I was warm, dry and comfortable sitting on lovely leather(?ette) seats listening to a radio that actually worked. The switches moved with precision and everything worked. It was incredibly solid feeling with zero rattles or squeaks. To me it felt like the epitome of luxury and that feeling has never quite been surpassed in any car since - probably never will be. Like most things in life, it's all a matter of perspective. 2
caddisgeek Posted January 23, 2015 Posted January 23, 2015 Great story Tony, serious hill that one in 'the Mount'
mello yello Posted February 5, 2015 Posted February 5, 2015 Random, and interesting http://www.stereo.net.au/forums/index.php?/topic/75725-the-song-game-mk-iii/?p=1280791 1
mello yello Posted February 5, 2015 Posted February 5, 2015 ive seen just about every picture of this car thats out there, but to see it in the flesh, ... this is NOT a car its a frikking BEAST !!!! taken with a smartphone, returning with an SLR when you see this car on the road, OMG!!! it really is beast !!! 2
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