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This featured Car is Carrera GT

Carrera is a slot car.

This featured Car is Carrera

Carrera dominated the German markets in the 1960s and 1970s, due to using an additional third wire, and effective marketing, also at the nearby Nuremberg International Toy Fair.

This featured Car is Carrera

In the 1970, Carrera offered 1:24, 1:32 and 1:60 scales for slot cars, and the slot-free "Servo" systems which allowed cars to switch lanes, guided by the guard rails on the outside. Due to the many systems offered, and fewer customers (Generation), Neuhierl had to sell his company in 1985, and took his own life. The new owners sold rather cheap products.

This featured Car is ABT

Johann Abt (born December 1935), who continued a horseshoeing tradition of his family with motor cars, was a motorcycling and hillclimbing racer for Abarth factory team until 1970. He later entered cars with his own team, winning the "Trophée de l’Avenir“ and other series.

This featured Car is Koenigsegg CCR

The Koenigsegg CCR is a mid-engined sports car manufactured by Koenigsegg. It briefly held the world speed record for a production car and is currently the fourth fastest production car in the world, behind the Bugatti Veyron, SSC Ultimate Aero and the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport.

Friday 29 March 2013

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible

The latest version of the "New Generation" Corvette Stingray was unveiled at the Geneva Auto Show. The new 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible. While the convertible is in most respects identical to the coupe, it does have some innovative features relating to the top itself.
For starters, you will never get wet if it starts to rain. The 3 ply fabric roof closes and opens at speeds approaching 30 mph! The rear window is glass and it also has padding that absorbs sound for quiet rides with the heat or air conditioning on.

Specifications

General Info
Vehicle Type: Convertible Coupe Base Price: NA
Fuel Tank Capacity: NA Miles Per Gallon: 25 combined city/hwy
Dimensions
Length: 177 in. (449.5 cm) Wheelbase: 106.7 in. (271 cm)
Height: 48.6 in. (123.5 cm) Width: 73.9 in. (187.7 cm)
Performance
Engine: 6.2 Liter LT-1 V8 Compression Ratio: 11.5: 1
Horsepower: 450 HP Max RPM: NA
Torque: 450 lb-ft Transmission: 7-Speed Manual
0-60 mph: 3.9 seconds Maximum Speed: NA

Engine & Performance

This vehicle comes with a brand new 6.2 liter V8 engine. Not even a nut or bolt remains from the previous 6.2L engine. It produces 450 horespower and will accelerate from 0-60 mph in under 4 seconds.
In this time of outrageous gas prices, Chevy has an answer for that too.
The new Chevrolet Stingray Convertible features a cylinder deactivation system that shuts down those not needed at the time. Coupled with the 7 speed manual trans or 6 speed auto/manual set up you should expect to get 26 miles per gallon on the highway.
The ride is smooth with independent long and short armed double wishbone suspension controlling each wheel.

Exterior

Obviously with the convertible you miss the sleek and sporty new roof line. This model is reminiscent of the C6 edition which may disappoint some. Any regrets about the top or front view will clearly disappear when you see this sports car's rear.
The spruced up taillights and 4 exhaust outlets stand out. As a matter of fact, the open roof accentuates the back and emphasizes even more changes to the rear fascia. The Stingray has a wheelbase of 106.7 inches and measures 177 inches total from the front to the back.

Interior

You will feel as if you are in the cockpit of a Lear Jet, save a few extra instruments. Both driver and passenger have a wrap around dash in front of them. Both occupants will also enjoy the dual climate control system.
Of course there is a multi speaker sound system and electro-luminescent gauges for the captain, I mean driver.
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