Chevrolet Z71
January 27, 2012 | 
Author The word “Z71″ may be the RPO code granted to some special off-road package offered by General Motors to buyers. This option was used the very first time on the GMT400 trucks which were manufactured between 1987 and 1998. Later, the same package was adopted on the Chevrolet Blazers and also the two-door Chevrolet Tahoe.
The Chevrolet Z71 package included a four wheel drive system, an automatically locking rear differential, color-coded bumpers, on and off-road tires, fog lamps, five spoke aluminum alloy wheels and “Z71″ badges. Being an optional feature was available the two wheel drive system.
The Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 was manufactured for that fist time in 1999 and was available in both on and off-road driving and terrain versions. This Tahoe Z71 is dependent on the redesigned Silverado pickup platform. The 2000 Z71 was designed with a four speed automatic transmission with overdrive and its original price was of $38,894. With regards to its size, this Chevrolet Z71 is 199.6 inches long, 76.8 inches wide and 72.4 inches high while the weight of the Tahoe is about 5,300 lbs. Getting the SUV look, this car uses a digital power-assist system which helps the motive force handle the car and a transmission electronic control.
Underneath the hood, the 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 hosts a 5.7 liters V8 engine which could produce 255 horsepower at 4,600 rpm. In addition to this, the engine features a 4.0 inch bore along with a 3.5 inch stroke. The 2000 Tahoe Z71 uses a multi-point fuel injection system and its gas tank has a 30 gallons capacity. The fuel consumption for that 2000 car is of 12 miles per gallon when you drive within the city as well as only 16 miles per gallons on the highway.
The interior from the 2000 Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 feels safe and spacious. The fabric accustomed to cover the inside from the 2000 Tahoe is leather. The conventional interior includes power locks, front and back power windows, a rear window wiper, an online trunk release and power steering. To improve comfort the Chevrolet Z71 comes with height-adjustable seat belts for the front and the rear seats, an illuminated entry system and power height-adjustable seating for the driver and the passengers. Additional features that improve the interior of the 2000 Z71 are the lockable glove box, the front seat cup holders and the standard cruise control. The entertainment space is well accentuated through the AM/FM radio that is designed with a CD player and eight speakers.
The 2000 Chevrolet Z71 protects the security measures too, providing a standard package that includes front airbags for the driver and also the passenger. To assist the motive force handle the vehicle, this car comes with four disc brakes with ventilated discs, an antilock braking system and an anti-theft protection system. Furthermore, the Tahoe Z71 uses additionally a full-size chubby tummy. Within the frontal impact crash tests this Chevrolet Z71 received four star ratings.
The Chevrolet Tahoe Z71 is much more powerful, more spacious and much more efficient than other SUVs. It’s an ideal car for any group of five and is simpler to handle on the city’s roads or from the roads. The vehicle can be obtained with a basic warranty of Three years or 36,000 miles. Nowadays, you can retail one of these simple cars for any price ranging between $11,105 and $15,453 and if you really want to buy it a cost close to $12,000 is going to be enough to cover all the extra features you might like.
The Aston Martin Vanquish S
Aston Martin has a history of producing and releasing spectacular sports cars. A defining difference of the Aston Martin line, compared to other manufacturers, is the non-imposing, driver-friendly design of their high-end models. The cars are sleek and stylish, without looking like something out of a science fiction movie. The simplistic elegance mixed with pure power is a perfect marriage of ingenuity that has helped Aston Martin become one of the world’s foremost makers of powerful sports cars. The best model of the AM line, the Vanquish S, is in a class all its own.
Vanquish is the fastest production model ever designed and released by Aston Martin. It’s packed full of not only the charm and charisma the world has come to respect from the brand, but also a powerhouse engine that’s built for one thing: Speed. The Vanquish S made its debut in September of 2004 at the Paris Motor Show. Show-goers were amazed by AM’s addition to the show with their powerful model. Although it’s not breaking any land speed records, the Vanquish still has a top speed of 200 mph, and is powered by a 520 horsepower 6.0-liter V12.
The Vanquish captures attention because of its complete package. Obviously, other sports cars on the road have engines capable of producing far more power, but you get a lot more than you see or hear with the Vanquish S. For starters, the suspension is highly evolved in terms of competitive engineering. It’s subtle and can handle the steering changes at maximum speed. The car is able to remain steady around a course due to the unique suspension.
There’s also the style of the interior to consider. Aston Martin‘s Vanquish is considered one of the few “owner-worthy” high-end sports cars on the market. In comparing Vanquish to a model like the Bugatti Veyron or the Ferrari Enzo, the clever style of its roomy cab and lush interior makes it ready for a drive around town, whereas other models are suited for the track only.
Vanquish was developed after a GT concept car debuted in North America in 1998. Once Aston Martin got to work, the Vanquish production model was unveiled in 2000, and full production started in 2001. The Vanquish S, the current model, debuted in 2004 and boasted more power, more style, a better suspension, and better wheels than its predecessor. In the Aston Martin line, Vanquish S is the ultimate package.
The body of the Vanquish is carbon fiber, a popular choice among modern sports cars, and its frame is composed of extruded aluminum (for a light weight and superior strength) and other composite materials. The Vanquish can be purchased with or without a small backseat. So the car doesn’t necessarily have to be a one or two-seater. It comes from the factory with all-disc anti-lock breaks, and other very impressive safety features. The Vanquish S will set you back a quarter of a million dollars (US).
Tremec TKO Transmissions Part 1 – TKO-500 and TKO-600 Features and Background
Tremec is an OE transmission supplier that manufactures manual transmissions for Ford, General Motors, Chrysler, Aston Martin, TVR, and many different medium and heavy duty truck applications. Their TKO is a high strength 5-speed overdrive manual transmission that was originally designed to be retrofitted into Mustang Fox body cars to replace the weaker T5, but will also bolt up to the standard Ford four speed passenger car bellhousing. When Tremec realized that enthusiasts were adapting it for GM applications, they decided to make it a little easier for folks (and capitalize on a huge opportunity, too) by producing a GM version of the TKO.
The GM version will bolt directly up to almost any standard Chevrolet/Buick/Olds/Pontiac passenger car four-speed bellhousing. Though only Ford and GM versions of the TKO are available, Mopar enthusiasts can get all the custom parts they need to adapt a Ford version TKO to virtually any Mopar V8 engine. The TKO has never been OE equipment in any production car, although its great-grandpa, the Tremec TR-3550 was in a limited-production Ford Mustang Cobra in the mid 1990s. The TKO is purely an aftermarket transmission designed for high-performance cars.
There are three basic models available, the TKO-500 and two variations of the TKO-600. The wide-ratio TKO-500 is rated for a continuous 500 lb.-ft. of torque, and offers a deep 3.27:1 first gear ratio and a 0.68:1 overdrive ratio in fifth gear. The close-ratio TKO-600 is rated for a continuous 600 lb.-ft. of torque, and has a 2.87:1 first gear and either a 0.82:1 overdrive or a 0.64:1 overdrive ratio in fifth gear. The rated torque capacities are said to be quite conservative, as there are a significant number of cars in the field with engines that exceed the torque rating by a large margin, and failures are rare.
The TKO uses a three-rail internal shift mechanism, eliminating any external linkage and the problems that go with it. The short throw billet aluminum shifter can be removed, flipped 180 degrees, and then reinstalled to provide an additional shift position. Optional custom shifters are available in several different configurations to mimic the shift positions in various musclecars. The TKO utilizes cast iron shift forks, a one-piece counter shaft, and tapered roller bearings on the input, output, and counter shafts for added strength.
Every TKO transmission provides both mechanical and electronic speedometer outputs. The mechanical output is a Ford design, but you can get hybrid speedometer cables for GM or Mopar applications. They also feature a reverse light switch and a neutral safety switch that can be wired into your vehicle’s existing harness. The transmission has an internal reverse lockout feature that prevents you from accidentally going from fifth gear into reverse. You have to go into the center of the “Neutral” gate before it will allow you to shift into reverse.
The Tremec TKO is an excellent choice for the musclecar or street rod owner that enjoys rowing his own gears and wants to drive his car to distant car shows or other events. I have one in my 1967 Pontiac Firebird and have driven a number of other cars with TKO transmissions installed. The overdrive makes a huge difference on the highway, and there aren’t many other transmission choices out there with overdrive that will stand up to the kind of power that the TKO can take. None of the other overdrive transmissions available at this time offer as much versatility as the Tremec TKO.
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Aston Martin- A Car With a Movie Screen History
Have you ever wondered where the car company name of Aston Martin originated? With headquarters situated in Warwickshire, England, the Aston Martin Lagonda Limited line of luxury cars gathered its name from a hill climber named Aston Clinton and one of the founding fathers of the company, Lionel Martin. The history of the Aston Martin is rather intriguing, seeing as it earned the esteemed respect of being the glamorous auto selection for the series of James Bond books and movies.
The first mention of the vehicle came in the seventh 007 novel, “Goldfinger” (1964), promptly followed by a showing on the silver screen in the movie of the same title. The Aston Martin was then regarded as the company car in “GoldenEye” (1995) and his private vehicle in “Tomorrow Never Dies” (1997). Additional Aston Martin models also made appearances in a variety of James Bond films, including the Volante and Vantage in “The Living Daylights” (1987), the Vanguish in “Die Another Day” (2002). The new DBS was even featured in the latest Bond flick, “Casino Royale” (2006).
The History of Aston Martins
The Aston Martin car company was founded in 1913 with the help of Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford. The two worked with one another to produce their first car under the company name, which incorporated the chassis of a 1908 Isotta-Fraschini and a four-cylinder Coventry-Simplex engine. Before the production of their first car took place, the company would have to overcome the obstacle of World War I, which had both owners serving their country under different branches of military. All of their machinery was lost in the war effort.
After the war, the company was re-founded in Kensington and rejuvenated with new car designs. In 1920, Bamford left the company and funding started to come from a different resource. By 1922, the company produced cars that fared quite well in the French Grand Prix, actually setting records in speed and endurance. Unfortunately, the company went bankrupt in 1924 and was bought by Lady Charnwood, only to see failure again in 1925. The factory closed in 1926, prompting Martin to walk away from the business.
That same year, the company was renamed Aston Martin Motors and received the backing of an assortment of wealthy investors. A known designer was brought in and racers, such as the 1929 Aston Martin International, the Le Mans, and the Ulster became quite successful. It wasn’t until 1936 that the company decided to produce cars that were suitable for the open road.
The Second War World slowed production, but in 1947, the company underwent yet another change in leadership. The cars now showcased the signature letters of “DB”, marking the initials of the managing director, David Brown. A number of DB series cars flourished, ranging from the DB2 in 1950 to the DB V8 of the 1970s. The V8 lasted until 1988 until the Virage line was introduced, followed by the Vantage in 1992. Several other models would trail, including the V12 Vantage (1999), the V12-engine Vanquish (2001), the convertible DB9 Volante (2004), and the 2006 V8 Vantage sports car.
Aston Martin Cars
Throughout the history of Aston Martin vehicles, there have been many different pre-war and post-war GT and supercars introduced to the public. Before the war, the company was responsible for models, such as the Aston Martin Standard Sports (1921-1925), Aston Martin International Le Mans (1932), and the Aston Martin 15/98 (1937-1939). After the war passed on, a host of “DB” series cars were created, including the Aston Martin 2-Litre Sports (also known as the DB1; 1948-1950), Aston Martin DB4 GT Zagato (1961-1963), Aston Martin DB7 (1993-2003), and the 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Supercars, such as the Aston Martin V8 Vantage hit the market from 1977 to 1989, which was named the First Supercar of Britain. It was valued for its ability to reach speeds of up to 170 mph. During the 90s, the Aston Martin Virage, Aston Martin Vantage, and Aston Martin V8 Coupe/V8 Volante were prime. With the Virage, the public embraced the possibilities of a sleeker, modern design and improved acceleration.
Currently, consumers may purchase Aston Martin cars, such as the V8 Vantage and the V8 Vantage Roadster, which is a light, yet pretty strong vehicle. The DB9 and the DB9 Volante are also on the market, which offers buyers the optional Sport Pack upgrade. The Vanguish S is available today as well, which can reach a top speed of 200 mph.
The Future of Aston Martin Cars
There have been numerous concept cars created throughout the years, including the 1980 Aston Martin Bulldog and 1993 Lagonda Vignale. A recent concept has emerged for the company, which comes in the form of the Aston Martin Rapide. It is likely that this model will become the latest in the line of cars, which will offer a longer, Grand Tourer-style that seats four. Perhaps, you may even see the limited edition line of the Aston Martin DBS that appeared in the Casino Royale film (only 300 of these exist).
1970 Chevy Camaro
Nothing conjures up images of the good old days more than riding in one of the many “pony” cars produced in the middle of the 20th century. The 1970 Chevy Camaro holds a place in the heart of all Americans along with other classics like the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger. While the ’64 Stang started the class of muscle cars, the Camaro quickly became one of the most popular cars ever produced. While the vehicle is still in production, it’s predecessors were markedly different than what consumers can buy brand new today. The second generation was manufactured to resemble foreign cars like the Jaguar and Aston Martin.
The 1970 Chevrolet Camaro marks the start of the second generation that would be produced until 1981. Many enthusiast believe that these cars were the ultimate muscle car ever to be produced. This is because of the cars beautiful body, easy drivability, and quality engineering. It is important to note that starting in ’70 there would be no convertible body styles produced until a few decades later. Nonetheless it remains one of the most iconic American cars. They were manufactured with a low budget in mind as to make them more appealing and affordable to all demographics.
Also know as the “Super Hugger” they retained the superb refinement that made the previous generations handle great on the highway, and in city situations. The nickname results from engineering aimed at racing which allows the car to “grip and hold” the road in turns at high speeds. Both the chassis and suspension systems were refined as to provide even better ride comfort. Compared with similar models like the Mustang, even the most basic Camaro were built with luxury in mind and offered the best sound-proofing and other technological features of the day. These enhancements made everyday driving very pleasant.
A lot of the drive train features were similar to those of the previous model years. There were however a few more options available. Base models came with a 4.1 liter six cylinder capable of up to 155 horsepower. The model year also saw the addition of a 3.8 liter six cylinder with slightly less horsepower than the standard engine mentioned above. Two V8 engines were offered including a big block 6.5 liter capable of 396 horsepower, along with the 6.6 liter V8.
Trim package available were the base model, Rally Sport, Super Sport and a Z-28 Special Performance package. The standard transmission for all models was a 3 speed manual, with an optional Turbo Hydramatic 4 speed automatic transmission or the 4 speed manual to compliment the larger engines. The high performance LT-1 5.7 liter V8 engine was an optional engine which was rare and expensive. The LT-1 was manufactured independently from all the others and is comprised of only premium parts.
The 1970 Chevy Camaro’s body style was also entirely revamped with a new fastback roofline. Rear side quarter windows were not designed into the car either, giving it a very distinct appearance compared with other “pony” cars from that era. The doors were made wider to allow for easier access. Base models came with an entirely different grille and bumper combination than the higher end models. Gas consumption was also kept in mind for the base and other budget models to accommodate the fuel crisis of the time.
Buyers looking for a great muscle car that is easy to find parts for seriously need to consider a Camaro from this time period.
Cadillac XLR – New Supercar
Clearly influenced by the styling the Mercedes-Benz SLK, the new Cadillac XLR shares the squared off look of other recent Cadillacs. It doesn’t look bad at all, although the headlamps look as if they have been squeezed to fit alongside the wide grille. The performance puts it up in the supercar class.
Top speed is limited to 155 mph, and it can get to 60 mph in about 5.7 seconds – that’s slightly quicker than the Jaguar XK, thanks to the larger engine. Other competitors include the Mercedes-Benz SL and Porsche 911.
Looks can be deceiving. The car is wide and low, and looks big. In fact, it is quite compact, just 177.5 inches long and 72.2 inches wide. The car looks pretty good, particularly from the side. And you get a very practical SLK-lookalike opening roof. I guess most convertibles will be ‘metal’ convertibles soon, and the rag tops will disappear – maybe not on all supercars. To save weight, the roof of the XLR is aluminum and magnesium.
Good power output
Also, the XLR has quite a lot of power: 326 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 312 lb ft (423 Nm)at 4,400 rpm from GM’s Northstar 4.6 liter V-8, which could work a bit harder – 350-360 bhp, which would not be difficult to get from this engine, would make things more interesting.
As it is, it is enough to give the car quite a shove, and as the Northstar has an aluminum block and head with dohc and four valves per cylinder, it revs well. Variable valve timing improves the spread of power, too.
The engine is coupled to a rear mounted five-speed automatic transmission – 5 speeds put it at a disadvantage against the European supercars which mostly have six-speed automatics, but it is designed to give sporty shifts. Because the box is rear-mounted and the engine is fairly well back, front/rear weight distribution is 50/50.
New frame concept
Based on GM’s new platform for sporty cars shared with the Corvette, the XLR has a fairly light frame of hydro-formed steel tubes. Hydroforming changes the shape quite dramatically, putting in bends, changing the section to a rectangle and so on, making a lightweight frame. The passenger compartment is aluminum, and the body panels are composite plastics. This is a structure that can compete with many a supercar.
This is a fairly light structure, and despite the high level of equipment, the car weighs a healthy 3,643 lb (1,654 kg) which is just 130 lb more than the new lightweight Jaguar XK, and of course quite a bit more than the Corvette which has a lower spec but bigger engine.
Double wishbone suspension
Suspension is the familiar Corvette design of double wishbones front and rear with transverse leaf springs. The result is a simple, lightweight system that gives more roll stiffness – resistance to roll – than coil springs. Also, the spring rate is progressive, so it irons out big bumps in the road almost as easily as little ones. There is also a front anti-roll bar.
To save weight, the double wishbones front and rear are aluminum; of course, the composite leaf springs are light, too. Leaf springs of this type – just one leaf – are actually quite advanced technology as they don’t locate the wheels, and involve some clever manufacturing techniques.
The dampers are the new continuously variable electro-magnetic type, and the steering is speed sensitive, so you get more assistance at low speed.
As this is a Cadillac, it comes with a high specification. For Europe, navigation, and heated/cooled seats are standard as are adaptive speed control and a head-up display. The interior, with its wood, leather and aluminum trim is quite pleasant
On the road
Built in the same plant and to the same concept as the Corvette, the Cadillac XLR is best thought of a softened up Corvette intended for those who want a better ride.
Visibility is good thanks to slim pillars in the opening roof, and the almost flat hood. Like the Corvette both the instruments and driving position are good. There is also a head-up display which shows only the speed and which gear you’re in, and you don’t seem able to switch off. Pity. I did not find it useful.
The steering is not bad at all, and the XLR turns in well, as you’d expect with that weight distribution, but once you start pressing, you start to feel a little understeer coming in, which is not a bad thing for the market this is aimed at – more the luxury sports car that the hard charging supercar driver. But the car does not corner as fast as you could with more neutral steering.
The automatic is good. In D, the performance is not bad at all, and the kick-down is quite aggressive. There’s also a manual mode. Push the lever across to the left, and then nudge it forward for up, and back for down. This works extremely well, and actually is a manual. I mean, some of these actually shift up when you hit peak revs. Not this one; it just lets you stay there till you’re ready.
Overall, the Cadillac XLR is a good addition to the ranks of sporty two-seater luxury cars, but not up to the standard of the Jaguar XK nor the Aston Martin V8 Vantage. Others to consider include the more powerful and sportier Corvette and Viper SRT-10.
A Third Party Review Of Beyond Organic Insider From Someone Who Didn’t Join
In the home based business industry, there seems to be a new company launching every 30 days. And because I have many business contacts, I usually get called about them all. Recently, I was called about the newest company to hit the industry, Beyond Organic Insider. While I didn’t pull the trigger on it, I did decide to put together this review so that people looking to join would have a reference. I will disclose that I am not a distributor for Organic Insider Review so you can be sure that you’ll be getting an unbiased, uncensored review.
First things first, if you’re looking to join it’s important that you look into the actual company. Partnering with a solid and stable company is extremely important. In my opinion, it’s more important than the potential money you can make in the compensation plan. Why? Because if you can only make money for a short period of time because the company is not positioned to be around long-term, than you’ll have to start all over again at some point and that is not a sign of a good business opportunity. With that said, in this review I’ll go into the actual company, the product line, the compensation plan and whether or not it is a good business opportunity to get involved with.
So Who Is Beyond Organic Insider And What Do They Sell?
Beyond Organic Insider is a new network marketing company that markets nutrient-rich organic foods. The company is set to launch in November 2011, which is about 30 days away from this writing. Currently, they are allowing people to grab free positions in the company which they will have to activate at some point in the future. The company was founded by Jordan S. Rubin, who is also the founder for another company called Garden Of Life, and author several books including ‘The Makers Diet’ and ‘The Raw Truth’. Rubin has also been featured on different health based magazines including Healthy Living Magazine. The company’s product line currently includes raw cheese, a cultured dairy beverage called Amasai, 100% green fed beef, pure mountain spring water and probiotic chocolate. Overall, the company looks good and the products have a tremendous amount of science behind why they’re so good for you.
How Do You Make Money With Beyond Organic Insider?
The actual compensation plan provides a few ways you for you to make money including retail profits, a 3-level Fast Start Bonus and residual income you can make on your team’s volume. If you’re seriously thinking about joining the business, then it’s a major benefit that you’ll have a way to make upfront income and a way to build beck-end income. While the compensation plan looks pretty fair, it’s always a good move to look into the official compensation plan documents so that you know exactly what you’re getting into.
Is Beyond Organic Insider A Good Business Opportunity?
In closing, this new network marketing company looks like a good company to join. While it’s not personally my cup of tea, it could potentially be a financial windfall for you to get in at the ground floor. The timing coupled with great products, a solid compensation plan and a good management team make for a good opportunity. With that said, you’ll need much more than that to succeed. Ultimately, your success will depend on your ability to sponsor distributors into your business and generating leads will help you do that. I suggest you use an online marketing system to help you leverage the internet to build your business. If you can combine online marketing, with good old fashioned effective offline marketing, you can very well be on your way to building a prosperous business for yourself.
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The Top 5 Sexiest Cars for 2011
Most men, and quite a few women now a days, love to drive a real head-turner that forces everybody to stop and admire their car. If you feel the same way, then you certainly should greatly appreciate our list of the top 5 sexiest cars for 2011.
#5 Sexiest Rated Car for 2011 – Chevy Corvette – The Corvette is Americas very own premium sports car. It might not possess the handling of some of the European models that are designed to be driven on roads built 500 years ago, but then again, the US was not even a country back then.
However, if you want to do a little drag racing with it, the Corvette will blow away most of the European models that come close to being in its price range. For a meager $48,950, you can drive one of the fastest and sexiest cars presently being manufactured in the US. It lines are outstanding, and both the front and back ends are spectacular creations.
#4 Sexiest Rated Car for 2011 – Maserati Granturismo- This little beauty is a 4 seat coupe that is produced by one of the most famous and respected car manufacturers in the world. When you compare its price to some of its competition, it does very well, selling for only $118,900.
It comes with a stunning red interior made of leather, and its body’s design is everything that you would expect a Maserati to look like. Its V8 produces a very respectable 405 horsepower. Men read this sentence very carefully, 100% of the women that were asked if they would date somebody who owned one of these cars answered “YES”.
#3 Sexiest Rated Car for 2011 – Tesla Model S – Who says that you cannot build a car that not only looks tremendous, but is also great for the planet and the environment. It was certainly not the people that designed and produce the Tesla Model S. It is a full-sized battery electric sedan that not only handles superbly, but it also goes from 0 to 60 in less than 6 seconds, which is not so shabby.
They range in price from $60,000 to $109,000 and it can travel up to 300 miles after only having its batteries charged up for 45 minutes. This is a very smart car, with incredible lines that forces everybody close to it to take a second and third look.
#2 Sexiest Rated Car for 2011 – Mercedes Benz SLS AMG – This one of a kind creation sells for approximately $200,000 and comes with 10 spoke forged wheels, a V-8 that produces 563 horsepower, carbon fiber trim, and an out of this world Bang & Olufsen stereo. Not only does it look marvelous, it performs superbly as well.
#1 Sexiest Rated Car for 2011 – Aston Martin DDS Volante – Nothing in the world is better than driving down the road in a convertible that is so astonishing that everybody just stops to watch you go by. If you want to own one of these gems it is going to cost you $284,000, and it comes with a V-12 engine that generates 510 horsepower that goes from 0 to 60 in a mere 4.3 seconds.
There you have it, the top 5 sexiest cars for 2011. So, please explain what are you waiting for, it is time to run to the nearest dealer and drive away with the car of your dreams.
Top 10 Most Expensive Cars
There are so many different cars around these days, and the general public only really knows about half of them. Everyone knows about the regular car companies. People know all about these car makers and they also know about the standards they can expect from these companies. There are also other car companies that most people know about, but only a half of the population would ever have the finances to own one of their cars. The general public only knows the name of these cars, and not much about what makes them a quality vehicle.
After those two groups of cars, there is another group that most of the population would never be able to afford, and most people also do not know a lot about these cars. In fact, some people may not even know that some of these cars even exist. The cars I’m talking about are more than luxury cars, more than sports cars, and more money than four or five “regular” cars put together! Here are the top ten most expensive cars in the world:
Bugatti Veyron – With a price tag of $1,700,000, there aren’t too many people who you will see driving this vehicle around town. With “1001″ horsepower, this car has a 16.4 engine and it can get up to a speed of 400 kilometers per hour. This car was built by a subsidiary of Volkswagon in France, and it took years to perfect.
Ferrari Enzo – This sports car costs 1,000,000, and is also known as the Enzo Ferrari or the F60. It was built with Formula One Technology in 2003. This car and its brand name basically speaks for itself in the racing world.
Pagani Zonda C12 F – Weighing in at $741,000, this car is still too expensive for the average person to own, and probably the above average person as well! It sports a 7.3 V12 engine that has been passed down by its predecessors.
Koenigsegg CCX – This sports car will cost you $600,910 to buy, and it is worth every penny. The Competition Coupe X (CCX) commemorates the anniversary of the completion and first test drive of the first CC car in 1996. It has a 32 valve V-8 engine that was based on the Ford Modular engine design.
Porsche Carrera GT – This car has a price tag of $484,000. Labeled as a super car, this German made sports car has a 5.7 liter, V10 engine. It also boasts a 612 SAE horsepower.
Mercedes SLR McLaren – Weighing in at a price of $455,00, this car is still too expensive to drive around town. The “SLR” in its name stands for “Sportlich, Leicht, Rennsport”, which is German for “Sport; Light; Racing”. This car has a 5.5, V8 engine.
Maybach 62 – This car will cost a more affordable $385,250. This is also the first of the above listed vehicles that is not a sports car. The Maybach 62 is known as an ultra-luxurious car, and was designed with a hired driver in mind.
Rolls-Royce Phantom – This luxury car costs $320,00, and it is one of he most well known brand names of the luxury car business. The Phantom was made in 2003, and it was the first to be made under the BMW name.
Lamborghini Murcielago – This sports car costs $279,900 to buy, and is a lot more affordable than the above sports vehicles! This car will definitely turn heads and has a 6.5 liter engine.
Aston Martin Vanquish – This super car will cost you $255,000 to buy, and it was featured as the official James Bond car in one of his films. This sports car has a 5.5 liter V12 engine.
What makes these cars so expensive? A combination of things contributes to the price tags of these vehicles. One part is the years of work that went into designing and making them. Another part would be the brand name of each car. Add to that the power of the engines, and the style of the cars, and you have the reason for the expensive price tags.
Reasons Why the BMW 1 is the Perfect First Car For the Teen That Has it All
She is your everything, you try to give her everything she asks for, the clothes, the puppy, and the summer vacations but now that her sweet sixteen is quickly approaching you have to find the perfect car and not just any car will do.
Sure she wants a Porsche, she even mentioned an Audi, but you still want to keep her in style but not give her everything she wants. That is why the BMW 1 series is a great choice and a wonderful first car for the teen girl in your life.
The BMW 1 series at a glance is sporty and cute. No frills and no real bling, but it’s still 100% all BMW. This sporty little number gets up to 25 miles to the gallon so it’s perfect for all your little angel’s day trips to the mall or to the beach. The sporty style of this BMW will make her the envy of other teens her age no matter where she goes.
BMW has kept the price reasonable in this line. One of the less costlier versions of sports cars, the BMW 1 series makes giving the car as a gift to your teen even more affordable. Competitively priced within a median price range, you could even have your teen help make the payments on this car.
Just because this BMW comes cheap doesn’t mean it lacks style and substance. While there are two style options available, the coupe and the convertible, the coupe is a safe choice while still remaining sporty and stylish at the same time. The coupe can easily handle four passengers and still live up to high safety standards. The convertible is a bit flashier and offers a playful substance that many other cars in its price range definitely lack.
There is no need to worry if your teen will be disappointed or not with either the BMW 1 coupe or convertible, they are both the perfect choice. Affordable, trendy and safe, the BMW 1 will not only make your teen happy, it will make you happy as well. Remember if your teen isn’t happy, no one’s happy.