Quiet One 15 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Some of the most beautiful (the ones that I could find pics, at least) I found that I am anything but original in my tastes, as most of the pics I found were in posts about, you guessed it: the most beautiful cars. Hispano Suiza (When I was a kid I had on eof those books about vintage cars. I loved the Hispano Suiza models above any other) Chrysler Atlantic. A beauty. Bond. What else? When I wasn't drooling over Bond's car (I was too young to enjoy the Bond girls) I was always intrigued by this car (we watched many French movies). It seemed so different. Later I learnt just how revolutionary it was. Oh, it's a Citroen DS, by the way. History never made enough justice to this car. Damn Brits and their damn beautiful Jaguars! Fangio, of course. Many would have chosen the Mercedes, or the Ferraris. I'll go for the Masseratti 250F. The reason? Nurburgring, 1957. Ask DOF about the most thrilling race of all times. more to follow... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quiet One 15 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Another Italian-Argentinian tribute. Pagani Zonda. My all time favorite. Pick your version. Porsche 911 Best super car of all times. Sheer beauty and power. King of Le Mans. Her Majesty the Porsche 917 EVerybody loves this one. Me too. Bugatti Veyron Renault couldn't be left out could they? I lovoe them all Of course, you have one in my Avatar. I know they don't look all fancy and such. I love this Laguna. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grabthaw the Hammerslayer 4 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Ah Andres I have spotted a common theme. All of your favourite cars have large wheels compared to the size of the body and rounded appearance. I think I have found the ideal vehicle for you, based upon this (indeed, you may even own or use one of these already....) http://www.nyssatractor.com/images/main/tractors.jpg The clue is in the link...... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quiet One 15 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Ah Andres I have spotted a common theme. All of your favourite cars have large wheels compared to the size of the body and rounded appearance.I think I have found the ideal vehicle for you, based upon this (indeed, you may even own or use one of these already....) http://www.nyssatractor.com/images/main/tractors.jpg The clue is in the link...... And it's a John Deere! Wait... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grabthaw the Hammerslayer 4 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 And it's a John Deere! Wait... Actually, its a tractor, not a "John" and don't call me dear!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Medilloni 6 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 And it's a John Deere! Wait... It's the only way you'll ever pull a bird Andres Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Quiet One 15 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Bah, no respect for the elderly these days! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monza gorilla 1 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Rover P5B Coupe. Gorgeousness and woody goodness. Jaguar 420G. A cartoon made metal. 1969 Marcos GT. Plywood and plastic in perfect harmony. Well, I like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oli 1 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 I love those old Citroens from the Tintin books: The original Mustang is also a classic: Worst looking car for me would be this: After 2004 the Mustang was ruined. I wish they'd just let it die in peace. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dribbler 6 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Glad you like the P5, Russ. Have often thought it might be quite nice to drop in an Overfinch 5.0 with a five speed box and fit the SD1 Vitesse axle and brakes. How cool would that be? You could act like a gentleman and a hooligan! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Burro 0 Report post Posted November 17, 2008 Yeah, I don't mind racing the Innova if only others were bold enough to come out with theirs! GM is a funny company, I really don't know how they remained the world number one! Is it because most of the people who brought their cars were dumb back then? Or is it because most of the people are becoming clever! Oh well Eric, You know I wish I had the money to even buy me a suit to visit a Mercedes showroom! GM was number one buy selling rental cars and other "commercial" vehicles, as well as trucks. Most of their sales were lame Malibus no one wanted that they unloaded to Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, etc. Another tidbit about GM: there's a Pontiac-Buick-GMC dealer right by here, pass it on the way to work every day. I keep track, because I have no life, of their sales by just doing rough estimations. Sales since January 1, 2008...I can count two. They sold a G8 and a Vibe. That's it. Sales are so good, in fact, a 2002 Pontiac Aztec (ugliest car EVER MADE), is in the lot. And it's not used. It has been there for 6 years. Not sure how, but it's hidden off the back with the gas-guzzlers and it still says new on it. And, the best part of it all is that they have a little display in the front corner of the lot showing off their best vehicles...a used Nissan Maxima and a Nissan Versa are there, taking priority over the new GM cars. Ouch. (I really have it in for GM...) Yeah, I tried to get into the Ferrari dealership near here but they wouldn't let me, so I had to look from the Wal-Mart parking lot next door. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Burro 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 I love those old Citroens from the Tintin books: The original Mustang is also a classic: Worst looking car for me would be this: After 2004 the Mustang was ruined. I wish they'd just let it die in peace. How right you are, Oliver (sort of). The Citroens and old Stangs rock, and that is a very gaudy rendition of the Stang there. I do like the current regular non boyracer one. BUT. The Stang is ruined. 2010 Stang revealed I don't like it. Why did Ford have to get all American on us and stick cheap plastic cladding all over the grille and front. Blech. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
goferrarigo 0 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 It's the only way you'll ever pull a bird Andres Bah, no respect for the elderly these days! Well Atleast he didn't say "It's the only way you'll ever pull a OLD bird" He gives hope... But i agree with Andres, choice. Except the Reno, that was the only bad choice. Now, put an Enzo there and the list is quite complete... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 GM was number one buy selling rental cars and other "commercial" vehicles, as well as trucks. Most of their sales were lame Malibus no one wanted that they unloaded to Enterprise, Hertz, Avis, etc.Another tidbit about GM: there's a Pontiac-Buick-GMC dealer right by here, pass it on the way to work every day. I keep track, because I have no life, of their sales by just doing rough estimations. Sales since January 1, 2008...I can count two. They sold a G8 and a Vibe. That's it. Sales are so good, in fact, a 2002 Pontiac Aztec (ugliest car EVER MADE), is in the lot. And it's not used. It has been there for 6 years. Not sure how, but it's hidden off the back with the gas-guzzlers and it still says new on it. And, the best part of it all is that they have a little display in the front corner of the lot showing off their best vehicles...a used Nissan Maxima and a Nissan Versa are there, taking priority over the new GM cars. Ouch. (I really have it in for GM...) Yeah, I tried to get into the Ferrari dealership near here but they wouldn't let me, so I had to look from the Wal-Mart parking lot next door. Yes Eric, I was all Marketing stuffs, anyways cleverly done, but the strength of the consumer spending was over estimated, a way too much I say. If they had learnt a lesson or two from Gulf war (oil crisis), they would have remained world number one for more time to come. They forgot the times when they had powered cars literally with agricultural stuffs, where as other manufacturers spent time, money and energy in developing effecient and clever engines, your Honda/Acura is a fine example. They spent energy in convincing the consumers that bigger the boot, the better for them, where as people who brought them only used them to keep their sneekers after they left the gym. Its no use talking about the past mistakes, its time to move on, I see light in American auto industry, TESLA! I know they are struggling, but Amercan Govt shouldn't just provide them with pennies, but lotsa facilities like Indian Govt provides for car manufacturers to start a manufacturing facilities. I hope Tesla starts racing to show what electric power is really capable of. I will miss the internal combustion engines but good things don't last. I hope to be visiting the Ferrari Meusium this december. Go to Germany if you want to see how good cars can be, go to Japan to see how clever cars can be, go to India if you want to see how bad cars can be , go to Britan to see what great cars they made (I am expecting a huge backlash for this) , go to France to see how wierd cars can be but there is only one place on this planet if you want to see how beautiful cars can be, Italy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 I guess some of you are making very good jobs!Seriously the most beautifull cars now: Alfa 8C, Aston Martin DB9, Maserati Gran Turismo, Lambo Gallardo, Alfa 159, Jaguar XJ Classic cars: jaguar Etype, Lancia Stratos, MB 280 SL Pagoda, BMW 507, Maserati Merak, Lambo Miura, Ferrari 512 BB, BMW 3000 csl, and many, many more Regarding the MB CLS is too "american" for my taste. And if you want to see ugly cars check out the Ranault Clio II http://es.motorfull.com/2006/09/19/renault-clio-berlina/ Nah! You should see it more often Argento! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Some of the most beautiful (the ones that I could find pics, at least) I found that I am anything but original in my tastes, as most of the pics I found were in posts about, you guessed it: the most beautiful cars.Hispano Suiza (When I was a kid I had on eof those books about vintage cars. I loved the Hispano Suiza models above any other) Chrysler Atlantic. A beauty. Bond. What else? When I wasn't drooling over Bond's car (I was too young to enjoy the Bond girls) I was always intrigued by this car (we watched many French movies). It seemed so different. Later I learnt just how revolutionary it was. Oh, it's a Citroen DS, by the way. History never made enough justice to this car. Damn Brits and their damn beautiful Jaguars! Fangio, of course. Many would have chosen the Mercedes, or the Ferraris. I'll go for the Masseratti 250F. The reason? Nurburgring, 1957. Ask DOF about the most thrilling race of all times. more to follow... Nice ones my friend, bring it on. I love that Maser! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 And it's a John Deere! Wait... Well Andres, with such a roadster (or is it called fieldster ) you could show a lady or two that you do have some hair, atleast on your chest! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 I love those old Citroens from the Tintin books: The original Mustang is also a classic: Worst looking car for me would be this: After 2004 the Mustang was ruined. I wish they'd just let it die in peace. 2004 stang came with optional bumber which could be used as dining table too? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
elgo 1 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Normal cars I see on the street and I like: Focus ST like Eric, Opel Astra GTC, All the beemers,classics or modern.I like serie 1 a lot,although many people consider it BMW's biggest failure: Citroen C4 coupe: seat leon (but not the last model) and many more I can't remember right now. I'm not much of a fan of supercars.I like classics.oh and Mr Bean's mini Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grabthaw the Hammerslayer 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Well Andres, with such a roadster (or is it called fieldster ) you could show a lady or two that you do have some hair, atleast on your chest! Andres thought that when someone said he had closely cropped hair that he had to get a tractor to go and grow some more Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Andres thought that when someone said he had closely cropped hair that he had to get a tractor to go and grow some more Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Normal cars I see on the street and I like:Focus ST like Eric, Opel Astra GTC, All the beemers,classics or modern.I like serie 1 a lot,although many people consider it BMW's biggest failure: Citroen C4 coupe: seat leon (but not the last model) and many more I can't remember right now. I'm not much of a fan of supercars.I like classics.oh and Mr Bean's mini Would like to come to Barca this decemeber! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freaky2 1 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 Normal cars I see on the street and I like:Focus ST like Eric, Opel Astra GTC, All the beemers,classics or modern.I like serie 1 a lot,although many people consider it BMW's biggest failure: Citroen C4 coupe: seat leon (but not the last model) and many more I can't remember right now. I'm not much of a fan of supercars.I like classics.oh and Mr Bean's mini The Opel Astra looks really good (or maybe it's because it's shiny... ). Are you gonna get a car now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jean Todt 4 Report post Posted November 18, 2008 This is a car I am dying to see, If I have enough money, I will buy one and wipe it every time it gets dusty. It is 1967 Alfa Romeo 332 Stradale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Argento Reloaded 1 Report post Posted November 19, 2008 today "normal" street cars: SEAT Leon is beatiful! Abbas did you ever see the Alfa Montreal? and the Toyota Alessandro Volta by Giugiaro? I Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
