"Classic" Ride Draft Thread - DRAFT COMPLETED!
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Gonna venture into Euro territory for a pick or two... first up:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 Sports Coupe.
Its nice to know that should I encounter GGG while roaming the wastelands I can equip my coupe with a bulletproof shield, tire spikes, ramming devices and even machine guns and a rocket launcher as the need fits. Unlike her monstrosity however, this vehicle is all class.
1964 Aston Martin DB5 Sports Coupe.
Its nice to know that should I encounter GGG while roaming the wastelands I can equip my coupe with a bulletproof shield, tire spikes, ramming devices and even machine guns and a rocket launcher as the need fits. Unlike her monstrosity however, this vehicle is all class.
Gonna venture into Euro territory for a pick or two... first up:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 Sports Coupe.
Its nice to know that should I encounter GGG while roaming the wastelands I can equip my coupe with a bulletproof shield, tire spikes, ramming devices and even machine guns and a rocket launcher as the need fits. Unlike her monstrosity however, this vehicle is all class.
1964 Aston Martin DB5 Sports Coupe.
Its nice to know that should I encounter GGG while roaming the wastelands I can equip my coupe with a bulletproof shield, tire spikes, ramming devices and even machine guns and a rocket launcher as the need fits. Unlike her monstrosity however, this vehicle is all class.
Round 2 last pick: One of the original concept cars ever made..
Preston Tucker (1903-1956) developed a car so far ahead of its time that the large car manufacturers were forced to bribe Congress to shut him down. Much like Shackleton, Tucker was forced to switch course halfway to his goal. He was going to offer a safe, fast, high-quality and inexpensive car to the world. Unfortunately, when the other manufacturers sicced Congress on him, he was forced to change his objective to proving it could be done by finishing the first 50 cars that he had already promised. He did this on the run from the law; that's right, guerrilla style car assembly. He ultimately ended up in court having to prove that the 50 cars, parked outside the courtroom window, existed. Unfortunately, the judge would not allow the jury to look out the window. Tucker would go on to win the battle but he'd already lost the war. However, the 1948 Tucker Torpedo will always remain one of the coolest cars ever built. Tucker's "car of tomorrow" was so well constructed that 47 of his 50 cars still remain operational to this day, more than a half century later.
1948 Tucker Serial #30
Preston Tucker's personal car, like all his cars, had features that were considered advanced for the time, like seat belts, a central headlight that turned with a front wheels, and a rear mounted flat-six engine. Tucker produced a proto-type in 1947 and 50 production cars one year later, but his inability to supply dealers with vehicles as scheduled caused his indictment on 31 counts of fraud. Although Tucker was acquitted, a lack of public confidence prevented him from resuming production.
and apparently he's some distant relative by marriage...
Preston Tucker (1903-1956) developed a car so far ahead of its time that the large car manufacturers were forced to bribe Congress to shut him down. Much like Shackleton, Tucker was forced to switch course halfway to his goal. He was going to offer a safe, fast, high-quality and inexpensive car to the world. Unfortunately, when the other manufacturers sicced Congress on him, he was forced to change his objective to proving it could be done by finishing the first 50 cars that he had already promised. He did this on the run from the law; that's right, guerrilla style car assembly. He ultimately ended up in court having to prove that the 50 cars, parked outside the courtroom window, existed. Unfortunately, the judge would not allow the jury to look out the window. Tucker would go on to win the battle but he'd already lost the war. However, the 1948 Tucker Torpedo will always remain one of the coolest cars ever built. Tucker's "car of tomorrow" was so well constructed that 47 of his 50 cars still remain operational to this day, more than a half century later.
1948 Tucker Serial #30
Preston Tucker's personal car, like all his cars, had features that were considered advanced for the time, like seat belts, a central headlight that turned with a front wheels, and a rear mounted flat-six engine. Tucker produced a proto-type in 1947 and 50 production cars one year later, but his inability to supply dealers with vehicles as scheduled caused his indictment on 31 counts of fraud. Although Tucker was acquitted, a lack of public confidence prevented him from resuming production.
and apparently he's some distant relative by marriage...
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You know...given that this draft started with less than the maximum 16 (well that's been the generally used max until this point), is there any reason to make a sincerely interested person wait for a potential double time out before being added? They could be tacked onto the end of the snake pretty easily. In fact we're so early they could be tacked on and even take a back pick or two.
Ultimately I'm choosing between my next three picks based on the fact that I can use my own photo... 
Ford GT40 MkII
For the most part I'm not a Ford person, but the GT40 represents one of America's shining achievements in automotive history - the 1966 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In the early 1960s, Henry Ford II was in negotiations to purchase Ferrari and had invested millions until Enzo Ferrari backed out at the last minute. Ford decided he had to build a Ferrari killer and ultimately brought in British engineers from Lola to team up on this project. The MkII is my choice as it swapped the 289 cubic inch Mustang engine for a 427 ci Galaxie's. While the MkIV would feature a number of safety enhancements in an entirely new light weight body and chassis and an all American design, it was the MkII spec that won the 12 hours of Sebring and swept the podium at LeMans in 1966 making it one of those instances where history and raw power combine to make it the most desirable selection of the lot.
Ford GT40 MkII
For the most part I'm not a Ford person, but the GT40 represents one of America's shining achievements in automotive history - the 1966 1-2-3 finish at the 24 Hours of Le Mans. In the early 1960s, Henry Ford II was in negotiations to purchase Ferrari and had invested millions until Enzo Ferrari backed out at the last minute. Ford decided he had to build a Ferrari killer and ultimately brought in British engineers from Lola to team up on this project. The MkII is my choice as it swapped the 289 cubic inch Mustang engine for a 427 ci Galaxie's. While the MkIV would feature a number of safety enhancements in an entirely new light weight body and chassis and an all American design, it was the MkII spec that won the 12 hours of Sebring and swept the podium at LeMans in 1966 making it one of those instances where history and raw power combine to make it the most desirable selection of the lot.
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Okay, I think that makes it officially my turn again.
Taking the first concept car of the draft, and proving that the only suitable Corvette is an old Corvette (sorry, kingsfan916), my 3rd pick is:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette Mako Shark -- Again, yum. The Mako was produced from 1961-69, with a major body change in 1965. Though it never moved beyond "concept" status, later models clearly had an influence on the styling of the Corvette production cars and was responsible for the late 60s/early 70s body shape that was probably its most famous incarnation. Also, just in case it gets chilly in my city, the Mako looks pretty nice with the top on, as well.
Taking the first concept car of the draft, and proving that the only suitable Corvette is an old Corvette (sorry, kingsfan916), my 3rd pick is:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette Mako Shark -- Again, yum. The Mako was produced from 1961-69, with a major body change in 1965. Though it never moved beyond "concept" status, later models clearly had an influence on the styling of the Corvette production cars and was responsible for the late 60s/early 70s body shape that was probably its most famous incarnation. Also, just in case it gets chilly in my city, the Mako looks pretty nice with the top on, as well.
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Long before GGG came along and broke the draft, I had my own plans for a grungy post-apocalyptic ride:
The Last of the V8 Interceptors (Mad Max's ride)
After an unspecified apocalypse, what car could possibly be more appropriate to race around in than THE iconic post-apocalyptic ride? What it actually is is a heavily modified 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon Coupe -- a type of muscle car sold only in Australia (I don't think related to the stateside Falcon model). What it also is is every 12 yr old boy's fantasy of what a car should look like. Black, mean, and totally over the top. Accessories include some nifty nitro/turbo dial thingie that makes you go real real fast, a self destruct system which it would be a crying shame to ever use, and a scraggly old dog.
The Last of the V8 Interceptors (Mad Max's ride)
After an unspecified apocalypse, what car could possibly be more appropriate to race around in than THE iconic post-apocalyptic ride? What it actually is is a heavily modified 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon Coupe -- a type of muscle car sold only in Australia (I don't think related to the stateside Falcon model). What it also is is every 12 yr old boy's fantasy of what a car should look like. Black, mean, and totally over the top. Accessories include some nifty nitro/turbo dial thingie that makes you go real real fast, a self destruct system which it would be a crying shame to ever use, and a scraggly old dog.
Long before GGG came along and broke the draft, I had my own plans for a grungy post-apocalyptic ride:
The Last of the V8 Interceptors (Mad Max's ride)
After an unspecified apocalypse, what car could possibly be more appropriate to race around in than THE iconic post-apocalyptic ride? What it actually is is a heavily modified 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon Coupe -- a type of muscle car sold only in Australia (I don't think related to the stateside Falcon model). What it also is is every 12 yr old boy's fantasy of what a car should look like. Black, mean, and totally over the top. Accessories include some nifty nitro/turbo dial thingie that makes you go real real fast, a self destruct system which it would be a crying shame to ever use, and a scraggly old dog.
The Last of the V8 Interceptors (Mad Max's ride)
After an unspecified apocalypse, what car could possibly be more appropriate to race around in than THE iconic post-apocalyptic ride? What it actually is is a heavily modified 1973 XB GT Ford Falcon Coupe -- a type of muscle car sold only in Australia (I don't think related to the stateside Falcon model). What it also is is every 12 yr old boy's fantasy of what a car should look like. Black, mean, and totally over the top. Accessories include some nifty nitro/turbo dial thingie that makes you go real real fast, a self destruct system which it would be a crying shame to ever use, and a scraggly old dog.
I could drive right over you.
I'll resist spiralling completely out of control down the dark trail blazed by Gadget (for now) and snag another super car.
1997 McLaren F1
This beast, specifically designed to be the ultimate road car, reigned as the fastest street legal production car in the world for over 10 years (the longest any car has held the title) and is still the fastest car without a turbo or supercharged engine.
And here's an interesting claim made by the anonymous authors of wikipedia:
"While many car manufacturers often promote their cars in terms of raw engine power, in terms of overall performance (acceleration, braking, and agility) a car's power-to-weight ratio is a better method of quantifying performance than the peak output of the vehicle's powerplant. The F1 achieves 550 hp/ton (403 kW/tonne), or just 3.6 lb/hp."
Hmm, that's gotta be good right? Besides, Jay Leno is one of 64 people to own a street version of the F1 and he says it was the greatest car of the 20th century.
I'll go with Jay on this one.
1997 McLaren F1
This beast, specifically designed to be the ultimate road car, reigned as the fastest street legal production car in the world for over 10 years (the longest any car has held the title) and is still the fastest car without a turbo or supercharged engine.
And here's an interesting claim made by the anonymous authors of wikipedia:
"While many car manufacturers often promote their cars in terms of raw engine power, in terms of overall performance (acceleration, braking, and agility) a car's power-to-weight ratio is a better method of quantifying performance than the peak output of the vehicle's powerplant. The F1 achieves 550 hp/ton (403 kW/tonne), or just 3.6 lb/hp."
Hmm, that's gotta be good right? Besides, Jay Leno is one of 64 people to own a street version of the F1 and he says it was the greatest car of the 20th century.
I'll go with Jay on this one.