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04/10/2005 04:40:51 PM · #51 |
Big difference between classy and classic. I wouldn't put a top sports car like a Ferrari in with "Classy" but they sure are a classic.
Classy I'd say Jaguar, Many of the older cars of the 30's and 40's do it for me, and I guess though they aren't my style, the Rolls / Bentley types. Some Mercedes models too.
To me, Lexus does nothing but immitate Mercedes. Cadillac lost it in the 60's and for decades now = "pimp".
Classic for me would be the best models of Ferrari ( head and shoulders above Lamborghini, which says "I'm a brand new Rap star"), old Jags, a few mercedes models, and of course the Shelby Cobra 427. |
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04/10/2005 04:46:32 PM · #52 |
Is this the X-type? My friend had one,but she didn't have luck with it!(I see lots of them every day,I live next to Jaguar racing in Milton Keynes UK)Originally posted by Sonda:
Gets my vote :p (Ofcourse not my own pic) |
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04/10/2005 04:50:10 PM · #53 |
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04/10/2005 04:53:03 PM · #54 |
Originally posted by vivien:
What do they mean by qualified?The only think is I can think of is a driving licence.Originally posted by RulerZigzag:
Originally posted by rex07734:
Classiest as far as prestige?
Ferrari. Heard that they screen their buyers or used to. Heard if you won the lottery and wanted to buy a new Ferrari they wouldn't let you. Although that is kinda being stuck up.
Other options: Bentley, Mercedes,Lexus. Am I forgetting any? |
I usually tend to offend people when I speak the truth, but it's not my fault !! lol...Ferrari gets my vote, they will give you a 100 page questionaire just to see if your qualified enough to own one. Also, their flagship car, the "Enzo" can only be purchased if you owned a Ferrari in the past and you have to be Italian. |
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What I meant by qualified is what Rex stated about the Lottery for example. They do a background check on you to see if you or any other relatives were financially stable or simply ( RICH ) for a long period of time. It s not good if you suddenly hit it big. You can't show them you lived in an $800 dollar a month apartment your whole life and all of sudden walk into a Ferrari Dealership with a suitcase full of cash and say "I want that one"
Message edited by author 2005-04-10 16:54:08. |
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04/10/2005 04:55:36 PM · #55 |
I just watched a show on Lottery winners, there was a guy from down south who bought one immediately. He was very down & out prior.
I'd be surprised if they turned down anybody's money. |
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04/10/2005 05:01:38 PM · #56 |
Duesenberg
Dave
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04/10/2005 05:27:09 PM · #57 |
Originally posted by kpriest:
I just watched a show on Lottery winners, there was a guy from down south who bought one immediately. He was very down & out prior.
I'd be surprised if they turned down anybody's money. |
I was talking about their flagships. The 550 Maranello and the ENZO. Im sure anyone can purchase a 360 Modena, the 460 or even a used model. |
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04/10/2005 05:31:43 PM · #58 |
I just want my first car back...A beautiful red 1990 Suzuki Swift.
I've since upgraded to a 1998...
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04/10/2005 05:46:39 PM · #59 |
I saw the 2006 Cobra last Sunday. They brought it out to my shop to make sure it would fit over the equipment. Very low clearance. It had a very large engine, with a blower, and cross-brace going from strut to strut. I think they'll have to move some sheet metal for that behemoth.
Originally posted by laurielblack:
1967(ish) GT500 Shelby Mustang...oh yeah.
The new ones out this year are pretty cool as well. ;o)
edit: NOT my pic, nor my car... :o( |
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04/10/2005 05:48:40 PM · #60 |
Originally posted by scrum8:
I saw the 2006 Cobra last Sunday. They brought it out to my shop to make sure it would fit over the equipment. Very low clearance. It had a very large engine, with a blower, and cross-brace going from strut to strut. I think they'll have to move some sheet metal for that behemoth. |
Nice to know they're doing their part for global warming. |
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04/10/2005 05:56:38 PM · #61 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by scrum8:
I saw the 2006 Cobra last Sunday. They brought it out to my shop to make sure it would fit over the equipment. Very low clearance. It had a very large engine, with a blower, and cross-brace going from strut to strut. I think they'll have to move some sheet metal for that behemoth. |
Nice to know they're doing their part for global warming. |
But once they finalize their plans to harness energy from testosterone creation they will be doing more than their share to contribute to ecological interests.
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04/10/2005 06:05:11 PM · #62 |
Originally posted by GeneralE:
Originally posted by scrum8:
I saw the 2006 Cobra last Sunday. They brought it out to my shop to make sure it would fit over the equipment. Very low clearance. It had a very large engine, with a blower, and cross-brace going from strut to strut. I think they'll have to move some sheet metal for that behemoth. |
Nice to know they're doing their part for global warming. |
New thread idea: "The theory of global warming" ;-) |
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04/10/2005 06:06:23 PM · #63 |
The V10 "Global Warminator"
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04/10/2005 08:14:46 PM · #64 |
Originally posted by RayEthier:
I guess we all have our own perspective on what "Classy" is.
When I think of classy vehicles, I think of pre-war vehicles such as the Rolls Royce, Bently, Alvis, or other vehicles such as the Cadillac LaSalle, or beautiful vehicles such as the Auburn, Cord or Duesenberg.
I am the proud owner of a 1948 Alvis TA-14 which I am hoping to completely restore. Although it would not fall into the "Classy" category, it is relatively rare and mine.
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Something like this Ray?
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04/10/2005 09:31:17 PM · #65 |
Originally posted by justinbrook:
Aston Martin. James Bond's favourite |
But it has to be the gullwing coupe...
2nd place in my book goes to the SS100 Jaguar (1930s) Mechanical brakes, no windscreen, gorgeous design.
Message edited by author 2005-04-10 21:32:34. |
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04/10/2005 09:36:44 PM · #66 |
or buy one used and skip all the hassle.
Originally posted by RulerZigzag:
Originally posted by rex07734:
Classiest as far as prestige?
Ferrari. Heard that they screen their buyers or used to. Heard if you won the lottery and wanted to buy a new Ferrari they wouldn't let you. Although that is kinda being stuck up.
Other options: Bentley, Mercedes,Lexus. Am I forgetting any? |
I usually tend to offend people when I speak the truth, but it's not my fault !! lol...Ferrari gets my vote, they will give you a 100 page questionaire just to see if your qualified enough to own one. Also, their flagship car, the "Enzo" can only be purchased if you owned a Ferrari in the past and you have to be Italian. |
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04/10/2005 09:49:37 PM · #67 |
Originally posted by Dim7:
Originally posted by RayEthier:
I guess we all have our own perspective on what "Classy" is.
When I think of classy vehicles, I think of pre-war vehicles such as the Rolls Royce, Bently, Alvis, or other vehicles such as the Cadillac LaSalle, or beautiful vehicles such as the Auburn, Cord or Duesenberg.
I am the proud owner of a 1948 Alvis TA-14 which I am hoping to completely restore. Although it would not fall into the "Classy" category, it is relatively rare and mine.
Ray |
Something like this Ray?
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Great photo Neil...
Actually, mine is a convertible and looks more like this photo I managed to download from the web. Mind you, mine looks nothing like that at present, but it time???
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04/10/2005 10:14:24 PM · #68 |
A few come to mind: Benz, Rolls Royce, Beemer, Saab, Caddy, Lexus, Bently. The newer Buicks look classy, but I dunno much about what's under the hood there. What's that new Chrysler that made Car of the Year in some magazine? It looks pretty nice, but again, I don't know a lot about the engine.
Ever driven a Saab? I dunno about the older ones, but my Dad used to have a '98 900s, and that thing drives so smooth. I used to look for exuses to drive it around town instead of my little hooptie (Toyota Tercel, '92). Now the Saab belongs to my little sister. She traded him for a Silverado. I woulda kept the Saab.
I don't think of them as 'classy,' per se, but as far as cool goes, I've got a thing for Mustangs.
-Annette
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04/11/2005 07:16:47 PM · #69 |
Without a doubt. JAGUAR XKE
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04/11/2005 08:58:12 PM · #70 |
Originally posted by RayEthier:
Originally posted by Dim7:
Originally posted by RayEthier:
I guess we all have our own perspective on what "Classy" is.
When I think of classy vehicles, I think of pre-war vehicles such as the Rolls Royce, Bently, Alvis, or other vehicles such as the Cadillac LaSalle, or beautiful vehicles such as the Auburn, Cord or Duesenberg.
I am the proud owner of a 1948 Alvis TA-14 which I am hoping to completely restore. Although it would not fall into the "Classy" category, it is relatively rare and mine.
Ray |
Something like this Ray?
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Great photo Neil...
Actually, mine is a convertible and looks more like this photo I managed to download from the web. Mind you, mine looks nothing like that at present, but it time???
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Woah! That definetly has class! |
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04/11/2005 09:04:12 PM · #71 |
Definitely Rolls
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