Friday, August 25, 2006

Transformers Rumors: Jazz to "transform" from a Porsche to a Pontiac Solstice ?

The boyz over at TFW2005 have obtained information that Autobot character, Jazz, will wear a Pontiac Solstice uniform in the upcoming Transformer film. Additionally, the report say's that his snazzy outfit will include the following:
  • Grey Body
  • Visor over eyes
  • Claw like fingers
  • Design is similar to Optimus Prime and Bumblebee in that it has exposed gears, similar feet
  • Pontiac Solstice
  • Front end of the car becomes his chest

I don't know if TWF2005's information is true -although they seem like a reliable source up till now, but to be honest, I'd prefer to see the original Jazz as I remembered him when I was a kid, a Martini Porsche 935 turbo racing car. via: twf2005

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Funny Video: Woman vs London Taxi Cab

I know that a alot of woman aren't very fond of cars and can't look at the time to completely exit them -especially if there's shopping to be done, but this "gal" went overdrive. What did she do ? Well, let me put it this way: she remembered all of her belongings except one very, very personal... via: TheFashionBeat


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Crash Video: Mini takes a maxi-beating

During the Mini Challenge support race for the 24 hours of Nurburgring in June, race-driver Tommy Winkelhock got an anti-athletic shove by one of the competing Mini's (the black one) which resulted to a frightening, but nevertheless spectacular series of rollovers. Astonishingly as it may seem, he walked out of his Mini with minor physical injuries but major bruises to his ego... via: Autoblog.com


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2007 Hyundai Veracruz SUV Picture Update


Oh, boy, those "annoying" camera-phones did it again: they caught the 2007 Hyundai Veracruz with its pant's down... showing off its interior beauties. Too be honest though, I can't say that I’m aroused by the looks of it. Looks too simple, too Korean for me, but hey, who'd expect something different anyway.


In case you've missed it, here's the official Hyundai press release on the 2007 Veracruz plus a few exterior pictures:

The ninth vehicle to join Hyundai's 2007 model year lineup, the midsize Veracruz will be larger than Honda Pilot, have more cargo volume than the full-size Mercedes-Benz GL and offer sleek styling, a car-like ride and premium features.

Veracruz will also feature as standard equipment the Hyundai HideawayTM third-row seat, a simple-to-use 50/50 split fold-into-the-floor seat, offering flexibility for up to seven passengers.

Equipped with a standard 3.8-liter V6 engine and six-speed automatic transmission, Veracruz will offer an unprecedented combination of styling, safety, comfort and convenience including available all-wheel drive, standard Electronic Stability Control (ESC), standard side-airbags, as well as side-curtain airbags for all three rows of passengers. Veracruz will compete primarily with upper midsize crossovers including Honda Pilot, Nissan Murano, Subaru B9 Tribeca and Lexus RX350.

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2007 Mitsubishi Pajero / Monterey / Shogun

Following a teaser that was released a few days ago (Click here: 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero), some new pictures -scanned from a Japanese magazine, have submerged to the net revealing the 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (in some countries its called Monterey or Shogun). According to sources, the upgraded Pajero will make its worldwide debut at the Paris Motor Show in September and among others, it will also feature a new 3.8 litre V6 petrol engine. As its predecessor, it will be available in three or five door versions. via Jalopnik & nihoncarandbike

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Video: 2008 BMW M3 E92 caught on tape -Plus Spec & Price Info



Bimmer lovers over at M3Post got a hold of a spy video of the upcoming E92 M3. The long awaited top spec 3 Series was caught on tape during tests in the desert. Too bad though that the video was uploaded in 16:9 and not in 4:3 format, bad get a load of that new 4.0 V8 engine that produces 419 Hp and 420 Nm of torque, rumble !

Now, you may ask how do we know the exact specs of the engine? Well, the boys over M3post have done their best to please our bimmer-hungry appetite as they have got their hands on a leaked paper that features the US base price, extras and specs of the 2008 BMW M3. Check them out after you look at the video. via: M3post


Major Standard Equipment

  • 4.0L V8 307kW 420Nm (bi-VANOS 3rd gen.) engine
  • Adaptive Xenon Headlights
  • Carbon Fiber Roof
  • SMG III 7-Speed transmission with DRIVELOGIC
  • 18" M Double Spoke Alloy Wheel
  • 18x8F/18x9R with P235/45ZR18 Front, P265/40ZR18 Rear Performance tires

Invoice: $49,117
Base Price USA Port of Entry: $53,975
Vehicle Options List

  • Metallic paint $475
  • Napa leather $1,450
  • Carbon fiber trim $300
  • Aluminum trim NC
  • Comfort Access $500
  • M Multifunction Seats with Active Width Adjustment $1,900
  • Front Heated Seats $500 / ZCW
  • Power Rear Sunshade $350
  • Head-Up Display $1,000
  • Navigation System w/I-Drive $2,100
  • Power Rear Sunshade $350
  • Rear Park Distance Control $350
  • 19" M Double Spoke alloy wheel $1,750
  • 19x8.5F/19x9.5R with P235/40ZR19 Front, P265/35ZR19 Rear Performance tires
  • Logic 7 sound system $1,200
  • SIRIUS Satellite Radio $595
  • High Definition Radio $500
  • Premium Package (ZPP) $3,100
  • Cold Weather Package (ZCW) $750
  • 6-speed manual transmission NC
  • Rear Spoiler Deletion NC

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