[ARM] Automation RestoMod Chapter 31: TreadKillers Open

[Mikonp7]

ARM 31 - TreadKillers Open

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WTF is ARM

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WELCOME!
To the first ~TreadKillers Open~

In this competition, tuning shops all over the globe come together to battle each other to show, who is the best builder and deserving of the TreadKillers Trophy!

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The Score

We will provide every shop with a car and you can do whatever you think fits your provided base best.
Want to go full Hotrod or Lowrider? Get the saw.
Race it on or off the tarmac? Roll in the tubing.
Go full Underground Racer? We got neon by the tanker.

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What we are looking for:

Love to Detail:
We want to see your shop pour out their love and care for these build.
Show of those buggy-spring. Make 200kg of fiberglass bumpers. Put that V8 into the back.
We want to see you go 110% into your concept

Spirt of the base car:

While we always encourage people to cut apart the car as much as possible, we are not looking for a kitcar. Your build should be true to the original car, not just a firewall with fiberglass.

Performance:

No rolling chassis! You build it, you drive it here.
Even if we won’t battle these cars 1 on 1 in a race, their performance should at least match the shell

Cost:
You can spend whatever kind of money you have on these… maybe just don’t go Calvinator.

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The car

Honhonhon

Everyone will be given a french goober, aka a 1951 Renwoo Merci!

What you do with it, is truly up to you

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Rules

• Clone both the imported model and engine family before you start modding. Nowadays this can all be done with one button of the Car Designer tab in Automation - the one circled red in the photo below.

• Set all dates (model year, trim year, engine family/variant year) to 2020. It is highly recommended to exit the game and reopen it after cloning it and before updating the dates.
• Keep the Techpool at the default +5
• You must post an ad with at least 1 picture of your car on this thread.

CAR REQUIREMENTS

• … at least some kind of resemblance to the original car would be good

ADVANCED TRIM SETTINGS

• yes

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Inspirations

No ideas? Take a look in here

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Submissions

Start:
15.10.2024 - 12:00pm GMT+1

Close:
5.11.2024 - 12:00pm GMT+1

• Naming convention: car Model and engine Family shall be “ARM31 - (your forum name and anything else you want)”. Trim and variant unrestricted.
• Submitting: DM me your .car and post an advert publically

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Car

ARM31-[USERNAME]_-_Renwoo_Merci_OpenTop_CLONE_ME.car (61.8 KB)

[moroza]

Oh lawd have Merci…

[abg7]

@Mikonp7

Even if we won’t battle these cars 1 on 1 in a race, their performance should at least match the shell

Given the adaptability of the base car, the exact amount of performance required depends on what you want your build to be about - a relaxed beach cruiser won’t need a lot of power, just enough to avoid being left behind in traffic, but a drift/drag/circuit build will need way, way more than that.

[Edsel]

@Mikonp7

their performance should at least match the shell

So, do you still want it to be a performance-focused car then? Or are non-performance builds ok, like a limo or something?

[Mikonp7]

Yep. All valid. I Just dont want 30hp Time Attack builds or 1000hp Luxury builds or something

[Knugcab]

With the budget more or less unlimited, will you do anything to counteract unrealistic quality spam?

[Mikonp7]

You will get a very, very, very mean look and you will be publicly shamed

[Djadania]

MY NAME IS TRUE MILITARY PATRIOT AND THIS IS MY CAR

RENWOO MERCI MEEP IS MY BEST FRIEND WHEN IT COMES TO RUNNING OVER THOSE DAMN ENEMIES!
THE TANK TRACKS REALLY CREATE FOR SOME GOOD OL’ MELEE FIGHTING! LIKE A HORSE!

I SWAPPED IN THE ENGINE FROM THE JEEP WRANGLER AND IT FITS EVEN IF IT BURNS MY LEGS TO HIT TOP SPEEDS EVEN THE ENEMY CANT IMAGINE!!! (Moving)

THE OPEN ROOF IS VERY USEFUL FOR SHOOTING PIGEONS AND OTHER RENWOO MERCIS.

WHAT

I EAT THE WEAK FOR BREAKFAST

HAHA YOU CANT SEE ME EAT SHIT

BUY NOW

ARM31_-Djadania-_Renwoo_Merci_Meep.car|attachment (175.0 KB)

[Mikonp7]

Ah yes. Submissions open

[Fayeding_Spray]

Renwoo Merci DeuxDossettes Racer

Presented by --UNDRLVD_CSTMS--

DeuxDossettes (Two pods) is taking the Merci and doing something you shouldn’t. There is no heritage, there is no god. There is only taking things and doing incredibly stupid things to them.

Engine? It’s in the rear now. What is it? 1.6L Single Turbo V6. Power? Enough.

Car’s made of carbon now, hope you like that. Wheelbase is longer, clearly. But the ass is like, really long. I mentioned I like hot wheels right? Should be obvious what car I based this thing on.

I didn’t know how the roof went so I had to suck it up and do an interior. I hate them, so this is the best you’re gonna get. What I do like is roll cages though, so that has some effort done to it.

Enjoy.

[PhirmEggplant]

We took the Merci and showed it a little love. We put a F1 inspired 3.3L V10 and sequential 6speed in the middle, then we lightly reshaped the body to keep it close to stock before mounting some F1 styled aero work to the front and rear while keeping the original top in functional condition.

ARM31-PhirmEggPlant_-_Renwoo_Merci_OpenTop_F1.car (65.0 KB)

[Nolan_Cables]

-Renwoo Merci ClosedTop Track Car-

This Merci was built for track days, giving you all the fun of a small light car while modernizing the driving experience for better and easier control.

This Merci is powered by a Turbocharged 1.5L Inline 4 making just over 210hp. This may not seem like much, but due to the Merci’s already lightweight construction, this car goes over 170mph(273kph) with a 0-60 In just under 4.5 seconds.

Stats

[ArizonaCaseo]

Renwoo Merci OpenTop “L’Inspecteur”

Have you ever thought about mating a french sh- ahem tin can with a purebred racing car? No? Well then we have problems…

The rear subframe and bodywork has been replaced with the ones used in the Montiago Prototype Challenge, and the puny original engine has also been replaced with a 4.8L V8 from the same series. Up front, it has a Formula One style front wing and nosecone, where it derives its name due to it looking like a stereotypical French detective

Despite all the modifications, it still only clocks in at 53K AMU, making it a great value proposition for those wishing to drive a furious italian stallion while still only having the money for a bucket of baguettes

[Knugcab]

LMJ DESIGN PRESENTS: THE WOOSTER

Renwoo Merci? Sure, but not too much is left of it, honestly speaking.

The heavily modified body is remade out of carbon fiber, and put on an all new space frame. There is now double wishbone suspension all around, as well as ventilated disc brakes and a rack and pinion steering. The engine is now from a Triumph Speed Triple 1200 RS, of course with a six speed transmission. Combined with spoilers and semi slick tyres on 16 inch magnesium wheels, this means that a cornering performance of 1.18 Gs is possible, while it stops in 32.1 metres from 100 km/h. It accelerates from 0-100 in 4.3 seconds and tops out at 210 km/h - this car is after all about being exciting to drive, not about beating land speed records.

Yes, we admit that it is not about relaxed long distance driving either. Forget electric windows - because there are no windows. Forget air conditioning - because what would it even be good for. Forget carpeting, sound insulation and anything else that adds weight. Forget the radio, you have a roaring triple to listen to. After all - we had one goal, to make this the most fun you will ever be able to have in a…ehm “Renwoo”.

THE WOOSTER. A REIMAGINATION OF THE RENWOO MERCI YOU NEVER WOULD HAVE THOUGHT OF.

BY LMJ DESIGN.

[PhirmEggplant]

We need to see a race between this and my (3.3L V10) F1 Merci build haha

[Knugcab]

Indeed a lot of racing inspired builds this time…

[Ch_Flash]

Lightning Garage Renwoo Merci

A 312hp Miller V8 makes this thing more or less a deathtrap…

Gallery

[HelloHi]

Sunset Garage Merci Speedster

when baguettes fly.

Features.

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Custom aluminum speedster body
Turbocharged 2.8 flat plane crank V8
RWD, 355hp, 3.7s 0-60
Hand-assembled Nappa leather and walnut burl wood
Massaging, heated and cooled seats

More photos

[Rise_Comics]

Renwoo Merci 'Dune Runner'

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Featuring over 400 horsepower and tons of torque from a ‘Heavy Hank’ 3l inline four, a helical LSD and AWD system from later Renwoo models, and a brake and suspension setup to take on harsh terrain at speed, the Dune Runner is at home on rally stages, desert racing, and can hold its own on the stretches of regular roads in between.

Space might be at a premuim, and the rear seats might have been replaced by a fuel cell, and it’s less forgiving of mistakes, but this little devil can take on basically anything. Whether or not it wins is another matter entirely…

[Edsel]

THE ENTIRE PLANET IS A WEEKEND CRUISE AWAY.

The Renwoo Merci Go-Anywhere Mini R-Vi

Point it in a direction; it goes there. Stop somewhere; you're home.

Cars are neat. Simple, reliable machines that’ll gladly take you places at incredible speed and comfort. But the average car is just that: Transport. and not very versatile as such, since they’re only any good along limited, specially-prepped paths; there’s so much more world out there than what you find on the path.

That’s the goal of the Go-Anywhere Mini R-Vi (pronounced “RV,” rhyming with “Merci”), we’ve taken one of France’s most iconic, dependable vehicles and upgraded it into the ultimate offroad recreational vehicle.

Our most obvious change is the conversion to this sturdy van/wagon canopy; providing not only more living space indoors, but is sturdy enough for a substantial cargo area on top. You yourself could climb up there, set out our provided table and chair, and enjoy the view; we recommend you don’t do this for risk of falling, but we’ve no structural rigidity concerns.

The powertrain has received a major overhaul to enhance it’s offroad capabilities, while making it incredibly livable inside. A fresh, 1.8L VTEC V6 sends its instant torque through a 6-speed column shift, to a locking 4-wheel drive system. Though our R-Vi is no racer, it’s good for a healthy 9.3s 0-100, and would average over 30mpg if it were ever taken on asphalt. Inside, the driver’s seat has been fitted with a state-of-the-art HUD system, and a radio that supports a wide array of physical and digital audio formats.

Rest assured you’ll be comfortable on your getaway. Behind the lone driver’s seat, the rest of the cabin is taken up by a plush, prideful bed to lounge and sleep on, with various cabinets and shelves lining the edges to cover all your living needs.

The bed may be a bit short for some; but not to worry, we’ve included a folding bed extension to slot into the would-be “passenger seat,” to let your legs make the most use of this efficiently-organized space.

Indeed, you’ll find everything you’ll need to thrive in the wilds. Lights, microwave, mini fridge and mini-er freezer, shotgun, radio, additional storage space options, toilet paper, folding chair, folding table, bicycle, and…

A TV built-in to the ceiling, so you can watch content your favorite content while lying in bed! Comes with the ability to fold down, if you’d prefer to sit against the driver’s seat, and built-in HDMI/VGA/AV ports for external devices!

What’s the Mini R-Vi for, you ask? Whatever you damn well want it to be! You can, quite literally, take it wherever you want; it is just as competent on the highway as it is in the mud. And once you get there, you have you’re own remote home, to be tricked out and enjoyed however you see fit. The Go-Anywhere Mini R-Vi does not just everything a car can; but also everything it should and everything it could.

-Generic Tuning Company With A Very Long Name That Isn’t Just Long Because I Can’t Be Bothered To Create A Proper One Because Of Course Not Silly That Would Be Weird No This Is A Perfectly Mundane And Professional Name For A Company To Have I Think It’s Basque Or Something But Don’t Quote Me On That Because I’m Not A Professional Linguist.

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