Nothing cooler.
That is cool and rocking, I hope to use it someday.jpg)
Two Terraplane nosed rods... is that a trend?Saturday, March 14, 2009
... the cool
Nothing cooler. That is cool and rocking, I hope to use it someday Two Terraplane nosed rods... is that a trend?
... and the funny
it says "Wanted Rockabilly - pinup girlfriend future wife ... take a card"
Warning: if you value your life as much as I value this motorcycle, don't f**k with it
Looks a little like a cartoon...
Kiosk in Munich
The above photo was on ebay! Look at the lower right corner
Hello Jack!
Friday, March 13, 2009
Jerry doesn't get it, neither does anonymous
jerry said...
jesse your a piece of s**t "anonymous" is a friend of mine, he spent his time his money the customize the car the way he wants it, not for you but for him. next time your thinking about insulting someones car don't!
Ok. Jerry... "your" should be spelled "you're" and try "to" instead of "the"
If you are correct and he only customized his car for himself, he wouldn't care what anyone else said, but his feeling are hurt, ergo (that means therefore)... he customized his car to impress strangers.
You won't name your friend either? What is he... afraid to be associated with his car?
Jerry... and all other Stangpede members... I didn't insult the anonymous car or its owner in the first post, I did once his feelings were hurt that I compared the design of the SN95 to that of the 1990's Tempos, Taurus, and T-birds. To get his feelings hurt by that, is to have lower than normal testosterone levels for a car guy. But he'll grow out of that when puberty arrives. Or when he wrenches on something oily, rusty, and needing repairs.
I have repeatedly complimented Stangpede for showing up in greater numbers than any other club to many events and car shows, and have posted many photos of Stangpede Mustangs that I find cool (http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2009/02/mustangs-show-up-in-greater-numbers-to.html)
I pointedly gave my opinion that the SN95 design is a cookie cutter design, similar to the Taurus, Tempo, and Thunderbird.
The opinion is not a fact, just my view. It isn't a insult to have an opinion about car designs, to insult something is to make fun of them. Like I did to an anonymous person who may be ashamed of his car, since others find it cookie cutter.. and said "Mustangs sometimes compensate for low testosterone levels. I'm not saying you should be careful that your dress doesn't get caught in the door... but are high heels rough on Mustang carpet?"
But I haven't insulted the car. I have only given the production figures to demonstrate the vast number of identical Mustangs, and then pointed out how many Fords look so similar to non-Mustang owners, that Mustangs be mistaken for Tempos, t-birds, and Taurus.
I happen to admire the Mustang, the S197 in particular, and the photos I took of the Stangpede Mustangs newer than 2004 are posted http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2009/02/mustangs-show-up-in-greater-numbers-to.html and complimented clearly. Even for Jerry who doesn't spell "you're" correctly.
Have a coke and a smile, chill out, and stop giving a damn what people think of your car "anonymous"... enjoy your car, if no one else does-it shouldn't ruin your day. If you need me to appreciate the stripes, hood scoop, and head lights... that's sad. You enjoy them, you paid for them and if you only did that to impress others... sad. If you are happier, cool. Either way, stop looking for other peoples admiration, it won't last.
jesse your a piece of s**t "anonymous" is a friend of mine, he spent his time his money the customize the car the way he wants it, not for you but for him. next time your thinking about insulting someones car don't!
Ok. Jerry... "your" should be spelled "you're" and try "to" instead of "the"
If you are correct and he only customized his car for himself, he wouldn't care what anyone else said, but his feeling are hurt, ergo (that means therefore)... he customized his car to impress strangers.
You won't name your friend either? What is he... afraid to be associated with his car?
Jerry... and all other Stangpede members... I didn't insult the anonymous car or its owner in the first post, I did once his feelings were hurt that I compared the design of the SN95 to that of the 1990's Tempos, Taurus, and T-birds. To get his feelings hurt by that, is to have lower than normal testosterone levels for a car guy. But he'll grow out of that when puberty arrives. Or when he wrenches on something oily, rusty, and needing repairs.
I have repeatedly complimented Stangpede for showing up in greater numbers than any other club to many events and car shows, and have posted many photos of Stangpede Mustangs that I find cool (http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2009/02/mustangs-show-up-in-greater-numbers-to.html)
I pointedly gave my opinion that the SN95 design is a cookie cutter design, similar to the Taurus, Tempo, and Thunderbird.
The opinion is not a fact, just my view. It isn't a insult to have an opinion about car designs, to insult something is to make fun of them. Like I did to an anonymous person who may be ashamed of his car, since others find it cookie cutter.. and said "Mustangs sometimes compensate for low testosterone levels. I'm not saying you should be careful that your dress doesn't get caught in the door... but are high heels rough on Mustang carpet?"
But I haven't insulted the car. I have only given the production figures to demonstrate the vast number of identical Mustangs, and then pointed out how many Fords look so similar to non-Mustang owners, that Mustangs be mistaken for Tempos, t-birds, and Taurus.
I happen to admire the Mustang, the S197 in particular, and the photos I took of the Stangpede Mustangs newer than 2004 are posted http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2009/02/mustangs-show-up-in-greater-numbers-to.html and complimented clearly. Even for Jerry who doesn't spell "you're" correctly.
Have a coke and a smile, chill out, and stop giving a damn what people think of your car "anonymous"... enjoy your car, if no one else does-it shouldn't ruin your day. If you need me to appreciate the stripes, hood scoop, and head lights... that's sad. You enjoy them, you paid for them and if you only did that to impress others... sad. If you are happier, cool. Either way, stop looking for other peoples admiration, it won't last.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Micheal Ulman, artist extra ordinary
Compelling Art from Found Objects
For those of us who enjoy seeing the progression of a build you are in luck. Michael was kind enough to allow Motorfoot to publish some images by photographer Justin Craig Roth showing the stages of fabrication.
Let me clarify for the "anonymous" Stangpede Mustang owning commentor
I took these two shots to demonstrate the different look from the last design, to the new retro design. I like the bottom photos/ design far more. It gives a distinct look instead of the cookie cutter look applied to the Ford Tempo, Taurus, Thunderbird... etc etc
The comment:
Wow my car gets some recognition on the net and it turns out to be an insult....Im the owner of the Silver Mustang GT with black stripes and hardly think my car is cookie cutter seeing as I have put thousands into customizing and it doesnt look like a stock stang at all. Ouch! :( Anonymous
Response to comment:
anonymous? really? forgot your name?
Weak.
Beef up your game anonymous. You really got your feelings hurt?
So, it's true. Mustangs sometimes compensate for low testosterone levels. I'm not saying you should be careful that your dress doesn't get caught in the door... but are high heels rough on Mustang carpet?
On to your mustang... with about 140 thousand Mustangs a year made from 94-2004 (the SN-95 design) that look about the same, that comes to about a million and a half Mustangs that most people can't tell apart. http://www.yellowmustangregistry.com/Production04.html
But that wasn't what I wrote in the original post http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/2008/11/breakfast-at-balboa-or-cars-and-coffee.html about Mustangs in general, not singling yours out in particular.
I compared the last design of the SN-95 Mustang to all the rest of Fords 1990's designs. They have common design traits that make the Tempo, the Mustang, the Thunderbird, and the Taurus all look similar. That has to be 4 models, and millions of cars... that are similar. Hence, the design is cookie cutter. Especially compared to the "retro" 2005-09 S197 model. Which has the looks I prefer, it's less jellybean, and isn't mistaken for the other Fords... ever. And that is why the SN-95 is a cookie cutter.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Car insurance from a different viewpoint
"Car insurance companies will offer somewhat lower rates to their customers simply by driving a car that will cost less to fix if it gets in an accident." http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/car-insurance-rates-and-damage-susceptibility/
Makes sense! I never thought of it that way, since so much of my insurance is based on age, and location... I wonder how much of my 65 a month is based on what the car stats are for repairs?
"In setting insurance premiums, insurance companies mainly rely on factors that are not directly related to the vehicle itself (except for its value). They mainly consider driver characteristics (such as age, gender, marital status, and driving record), the geographic area in which the vehicle is driven, how many miles are traveled, and how the vehicle is used."
http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/car-insurance-rates-and-damage-susceptibility-alt/
Ok, those two excerpts seem to conflict a little...
"However, some companies adjust their premiums for personal injury protection and medical payment coverage if the insured vehicle has features that are likely to improve its crashworthiness, or ability to protect occupants from injury or death, such as air bags. " http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/car-insurance-rates-and-damage-susceptibility-alt/
Ah HA! I was right
For the stats on vehicles, so you can base a car purchase on what your insurance company is likely to charge relative to other purchases...
The luxury "large", and "very large" have the highest "Relative Average Loss Payment Per Insured Vehicle Year" usually twice to three times the ordinary cars
Lotus Elize : 435
Maserati Quattroporte 4dr : 429
BMW M5 4dr : 317
Nissan 350Z : 217
Dodge Caravan : 68
Saturn Outlook 4dr : 33
Jeep Wrangler 4dr : 33
GMC Acadia 4dr 4WD : 30
So boring cars are less paid out than exciting cars... logically.
Thanks to Scott at http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/
Makes sense! I never thought of it that way, since so much of my insurance is based on age, and location... I wonder how much of my 65 a month is based on what the car stats are for repairs?
"In setting insurance premiums, insurance companies mainly rely on factors that are not directly related to the vehicle itself (except for its value). They mainly consider driver characteristics (such as age, gender, marital status, and driving record), the geographic area in which the vehicle is driven, how many miles are traveled, and how the vehicle is used."
http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/car-insurance-rates-and-damage-susceptibility-alt/
Ok, those two excerpts seem to conflict a little...
"However, some companies adjust their premiums for personal injury protection and medical payment coverage if the insured vehicle has features that are likely to improve its crashworthiness, or ability to protect occupants from injury or death, such as air bags. " http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/car-insurance-rates-and-damage-susceptibility-alt/
Ah HA! I was right
For the stats on vehicles, so you can base a car purchase on what your insurance company is likely to charge relative to other purchases...
The luxury "large", and "very large" have the highest "Relative Average Loss Payment Per Insured Vehicle Year" usually twice to three times the ordinary cars
Lotus Elize : 435
Maserati Quattroporte 4dr : 429
BMW M5 4dr : 317
Nissan 350Z : 217
Dodge Caravan : 68
Saturn Outlook 4dr : 33
Jeep Wrangler 4dr : 33
GMC Acadia 4dr 4WD : 30
So boring cars are less paid out than exciting cars... logically.
Thanks to Scott at http://www.cheapcarinsurance.net/
Fast & Furious.. . . .. New model. Original parts
For the above preview, at 3 times the size (awesome sound) click the link, and then click on "Watch Trailer" (right most option, bottom middle of screen)
For a really good post about all of the movie, a lot about the cars, and so on... http://justacargal.blogspot.com/2009/03/fast-furious-4-cars-and-trailer.html
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
1938 Phantom Corsair
Custom chassis from the AJ. Bayer Company that used a donor Cord 812 drive train, body by Bohman & Schwartz. Design by Rust Heinz
The prototype cost upwards of $24,000 USD to build.
Promotion included a full page ad issued in Esquire magazine, a display named it ‘The Car of Tomorrow’ at the World’s Fair and it played the role of ‘The Flying Wombat’ in David O. Selznick’s film The Young in Heart (1938). Furthermore it was featured in a Popular Science film series in 1938. Despite all the attention, no orders came in for the eccentric design, reducing the Phantom Corsair to a very expensive one-of.
Heinz used the car until his death at the age of 25 .
The car was sold at auction and purchased by Bill Harrah.
Since then, the Phantom Corsair has remained in the National Automobile Museum, formerly known as The Harrah Collection, in Reno, Nevada.
Heinz used the car until his death at the age of 25 .
The car was sold at auction and purchased by Bill Harrah.Since then, the Phantom Corsair has remained in the National Automobile Museum, formerly known as The Harrah Collection, in Reno, Nevada.
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