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LongBeachCoupe
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Ohh wait till I hit this thread later, i see all sorts of wackos here


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dasoupdude wrote:
AZhitman wrote: Snapped this at Barrett-Jackson a few weeks ago. Someday, I *will* own a 1977 Trans Am. And grow an epic mustache.

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Mmm. my neighbor just got not too long ago, go it from his brother that passed away.

He already has an epic moustache.
It probably started growing out when he first brought the car home :chuckle:

I <3 the Fire Chicken, preferably the 79'

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kouki munster
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AZhitman wrote:Bex and I were behind this - it was coming from the testing grounds (near our house). Definitely didn't sound like a stock GT, and... oh look... a ROLL CAGE.

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As soon as I whipped out the camera, homeboy was GONE. Like, GTFO gone.

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$5 bucks says that is a Boss 302 test mule.

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BusyBadger wrote:
AZhitman wrote:I have full glass coverage
Best part of my insurance! Saved me a fortune when I had to get the windshield on the 240 replaced...the HUD version.
Here's what's funny... Of all the cars we own, and all the miles we put on them, I've had maybe 4 windshields replaced in 25 years of driving.

Just had a new one put in the Cube last week - My glass guy said he's done a TON of them already (as well as xB windshields), since they're so upright. Guess they catch a lot of rocks. :)

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I wish glass coverage was automatic here. It adds crazy amounts to premiums, so I've never bothered with it.

I'd go through AT LEAST a windshield a year in my Maxima. I suspect it had something to do with the angle of the glass or something, because I've never replaced a single windshield on any of my 4 other cars.

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Dattebayo wrote:You can also buy the same cans in 12-packs at Costco for cheap too. :)
I thought Costco membership wasn't worth it, Dave :P

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I've never understood a body lift that high... what's the point? You still only have as much ground clearance as your lowest point, which would probably be the bottom of your rear diff.

...and +1 for firechicken. Judging by what I saw in Smokey and the Bandit, I bet the T/A off roads better than the monsta truck.

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REAL off-roaders don't need huge lifts or massive tires.

That thing is pure show.

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AZhitman wrote:REAL off-roaders don't need huge lifts or massive tires.

That thing is pure show.
:werd:

Lifts like that are BAD offroad. You'll get spilled in a hurry. Real offroaders do minor suspension lifts if that. Most just add tire height over OEM since factory truck tire sizes are pusstastic anyway.

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MinisterofDOOM wrote:I wish glass coverage was automatic here. It adds crazy amounts to premiums, so I've never bothered with it.

I'd go through AT LEAST a windshield a year in my Maxima. I suspect it had something to do with the angle of the glass or something, because I've never replaced a single windshield on any of my 4 other cars.
$5 per month for my truck. The windshield gets replaced about once a year so it's well worth it.

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Nothing beats the Lamborghini Camaro Z28

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EBAY details:
This incredible Rev Angel 300HP V-8 Exotic Replica Supercar was meticulously designed and handcrafted (light strong metal, not heavy fiberglass!) to resemble million dollar exotic supercars, without the costs, maintenance, repairs, insurance, etc.!!! It has a V-8 (300 HP- with the included intake plenum similar to the one pictured) LT-1 Chevy Engine with only 36,000 original miles which was replaced 95 miles ago!!! Also replaced recently (within the year) was the alternator, starter, and battery. It has a current safety inspection and emissions sticker and the title is free and clear.

This car will peal and smoke the tires from a stand still. It will virtually beat any tuner car, fiero replica, older corvette's or so called muscle cars. The rear wheel track has been widened by 4 inches with wheel spacers to accomodate the widebody styling. The interior is a sporty stock Camaro Z-28. Side windows have been tinted with removable 20% VIS. The dash is cracked (easily fixed by a $35 dash cover) and the driver side seat bolster is torn (but can easily be fixed by some seat covers). The lights and electrical work and the A/C blows, but it needs a recharge (the heater works great).

If you want Supercar looks (attention and compliments galore!!!) in a daily driver that you can have at a tiny fraction of the cost, this is the car for you! This is the time to do it, since financial situation warrants letting it go for very much less than desired! NO RESERVE!!! The winner will take this home!

Thank you for looking and God Bless You abundantly!

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xKnownShadowX wrote:Nothing beats the Lamborghini Camaro Z28
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The rear wheel track has been widened by 4 inches with wheel spacers to accomodate the widebody styling.
That can't be safe...

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Ugh. Waste of time and effort.

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dre1507
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IT'S ALIIIIVE!!! THE CAMBORGHINI LIVES!!!

Coming soon to a city near you.

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God help it if it comes anywhere near me.

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Jesda
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Cruise through a trailer park with it. Bang all the meth addicts you want.

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Yuk, this kinda fire might be more appropriate for killing it....

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Maybe he was going for that low radar cross-section look. But it needs more flat black.

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