10 Aug 09 It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane! It’s the Ferrari 599!
As if the Ferrari 599 was not enough of a dream car all by itself, right? The big news right now is the almost defiant speed of the car with the HGTE Package. Then the little go mobile is known to go around the Fiorano circuit in — get this — one minute and twenty six and a half seconds. That is right. That’s 1m26.4s.
The Ferrari 599 by itself received a bit of criticism. Reviewers complained that it leaned a little too much when taking curves and corners on the speed limit, causing it to register at a slower time. Now, the engineers of the Ferrari do not like to hear such complains — but they do not cry about it, oh no. They fix the problem.
And boy howdy, have they ever fixed it this time, with the addition of the Handling Grand Turismo Package, a must have if you really want your purring baby to fly.
Tags: Ferrari 599, HGTE Package
07 Aug 09 Automotive Stimulus Plan: It’s For The Cash for Clunkers Rejects
The cash for clunkers program is something that is so great and is truly making an impact not only on the economy but also on the overall feel of the environment – however, what about the people that have clunkers, want to trade them in but are rejected? What about those people? Well – to be honest, as good as the C4C program is, only about 10 – 15% of people and clunkers actually qualify, so all of the rest of the people can do … what?
Well, if you are the victim of not qualifying for the cash for clunkers program, this is another program that you might qualify for – that is the Automotive Stimulus Program. This is basically where the dealership will give you a credit ranging anywhere from $500.00 all the way to $4,500.00 depending on the value of your trade-in and how much more fuel efficient your new car is.
The great thing about this particular program is that you honestly can qualify for it – anyone can who is looking to buy a new car and trade in their old car.
Tags: Auto News, cash 4 clunkers, cash for clunkers, cash for clunkers program, gas guzzlers, goverment programs
01 Aug 09 The All-New Jaguar XJ Display — Illegal?
There is so much to love about the brand new Jaguar XJ, to be honest, I did not know just how much there was to love but right now – I do. The console is one of the reasons why the Jaguar XJ is going to be my newest dream car and while it might be illegal in the US right now, I think that they will get away with it anyway – it’s Jaguar, come on now. Now, you are probably wondering just what is so special about this particular console right?
Well, the Jaguar XJ actually has devised a way to have a dual view system inside of it. That way, the passenger in the car can watch a movie while the driver can see the GPS. Currently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration currently prohibits any display of entertainment in the center console; I think that the Jaguar XJ will get away with it anyway.
As far as I am concerned? I think that the Jaguar XJ is going to be one of those cars … inside, that looks as fabulous on the outside. Check it out though for yourself and see just how much this particular car is a dream car!
Tags: display, inside the Jaguar XJ, jaguar, Jaguar XJ, new cars, new Jaguar XJ
22 Jul 09 Pontiac Solstice — It’s My Dream Car!
If there is one car that I have been dreaming about for decades – it has got to be the Pontiac Solstice. This car is not only one of the sexiest cars that Pontiac has come up with, but it is also one of the fastest. While I know that they are doing away with the Pontiac brand for good – I truly hope that people hold onto the Pontiac Solstice and sell them eventually … when they are worth a lot of money.
Now, onto the specs of this beautiful car; the Pontiac Solstice is actually equipped with a pretty standard 2.4-liter, 173 HP engine that can achieve about 19 miles to the gallon in the city and 25 on the highway. This car is a 5-speed manual with overdrive and the price ranges anywhere from $24,000 all the way up to about $31,000.
The Pontiac Solstice is the way to go – in my mind at least. The body is chic and sleek and it just looks beautiful from bumper to bumper!
Tags: cars, Dream Cars, new cars, Pontiac, Pontiac Solstice
16 Jul 09 2010 Ford Mustang: It’s A Toned Pony!
If there is one car out there that truly is a dream car, it has got to be the 2010 Ford Mustang. This particular car is by far one of the best looking cars in the world and it has been the premier dream car for years and years. However – what makes this particular car so attractive and a dream car? For one, I think it has got to be the status – when you tell people that you own a Mustang, they look at your differently.
Another reason why the Mustang has got to be one of the best cars on the market is because of the beauty of it. The Ford Mustang is something that is so beautiful looking and a lot of cars are actually modeled after the Mustang and that is pretty cool isn’t it?
So if you are looking for a dream car – the Ford Mustang has got to be the car that you are looking for!
Tags: 2010 Cars, 2010 Ford Mustang, cars, Dream Cars, Ford, mustang, new cars
15 Jul 09 What are the most expensive cars to insure
This may shock a lot of people but you may be losing out on money if you don’t know about your car insurance. Hundreds of dollars can be wasted on car insurance, if you don’t know the right way to handle the same. There are a lot of factors that matter in car insurance costs, and slightly high premiums would mean thousands of dollars being spent in car insurance.
Basically the auto industry is trying to release more cars each day, which are faster than their previous lots and each of these cars has various levels of prestige attached to each. Any expensive car would have greater market value, and if you own one then you would need to make sure that you pay premiums, which cover the car from all angles like collision or personal belongings and other related factors.
How your car affects your premium?
Those who have expensive cars or very exotic cars often end up paying more premiums. Hence you should take the time out to see if going for another comparable deal would help you to save on car insurance. Remember that all insurance companies try to group together cars and basically there can be about 20 different kinds of car groupings.
Tags: Auto Insurance, Car Insurance
12 Jul 09 Volvo XC60 R-Design: It’s Sporty!
I know exactly what you are thinking. Why – why are you putting up a Volvo SUV on a dream car blog? Well, they have actually done a lot with the Volvo XC60 R-Design and to be honest, I think that it is a dream car. I think that this particular car is going to be hot, sporty and is going to look beautiful on the inside and out. I mean, how many cars have a matte silk metal finish in everything from the grille, mirror all the way down to the trim moldings. This car also has 18-inch ‘Cratus’ pattern alloys, which is pretty fucking cool all around.
The interior is going to feature: aluminum steering wheel inserts, door moldings, and a darker finish floating center stack that features “a circular pattern that expands outwards in a dynamic way” – a pattern that is replicated in the striping of the two-toned seating surfaces. The pedals gain aluminum surfaces with grippy rubber inserts, and there’s the requisite complement of R-Design badges as well.
To be honest, if you are expecting a car that looks cool, feels cool and is all around beautiful and sporty – the Volvo XC60 R-Design is going to be it!
Tags: 2010 Cars, cars, new cars, volvo, Volvo XC60 R-Design
08 Jul 09 Pagani Zonda Cinque: Roadster
The hottest new Zonda on the road – and on the race track – is this absolutely magnificent Pagani Zonda Cinque Roadster. Close to 700 horses, millions of torques and over 200 miles an hour at its top speed – a true dream car.
It looks a little less classy than the Zonda F roadster – but it’s also a little more aggressive. Is that a good thing? Well, I guess that depends on your personal taste, no?
How can you NOT love it, though?
Tags: Convertible, Exotic Cars, Pagani, Pagani Zonda
28 Jun 09 2010 Porsche: The Panamera is a 4-door Sedan
Owning a Porsche is almost like owning a really, really big home. It is one of those things that you want to flash around and something that you want everyone in the world to appreciate and know about. That is exactly what the all-new, 2010 Porsche is going to be all about, for it is going to have four doors instead of two doors!
This concept has been toyed around with for over 70 years and it is finally happening and they are calling it the Porsche Panamera, however, it will always be known as a Porsche with four doors in my book.
One cool thing about a Porsche is the quality of the car that you are getting. While owning a Porsche might just be a status thing, it is also the car itself, as the car itself is made of the highest quality and it can touch up to 170 miles per hour, which is awesome! So really … check out the Panamera, it is the newest car from Porsche!
Tags: 2010 Cars, new cars, Panamera, Porsche
27 Jun 09 F1 manufacturers are welcome to join Le Mans
Formula 1 supermen Max Mosley and Bernie Ecclestone’s popularity seems to be going down the tube as the present teams of manufacturers are publicly unhappy in the plans the two have made starting in 2010.
The tension is no secret that even Ferrari and several more manufacturers are thinking of quitting the F1 series. Of course, this is where the organizers of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the oldest sports car race in the world, come in prepared and determined to bring F1 manufacturers teams on board.
In an interview with Autosport, Remy Brouard, general manager to Automobile CLub de l’Ouest (ACO) that organize the famed Le Mans race, beamed that he is willing to get as many F1 teams as possible. “There is no ideal figure, the more the better. They are welcome here, said Brouard. “If they want to make proposals, we will listen.”
Tags: Racing
