Ah yes, your question from earlier. My apologies.
The answer to that is: It depends. An SSR-style body is, uh, “kosher” and realistic because it still conforms to modern aero and crash stuff; A Stutz, too, was just a 70s car that dared to incorporate some earlier styling cues. But suffice to say you will lose quite a few points in realism if you, for example, try and submit a 2008 car that looks exactly like a 1950s Ford Anglia.
Currently I am making a car for CSR156, and I had the terrible idea of making it for both that and CW5.
So how terrible of an idea is that?
You’re not the only one with this idea… though it should be pointed out that the budget for CSR156 is just over half of what a 1987 car can cost for this comp.
Chevy Cavalier Z24 and Cadillac Cimmaron
do it I dare you
The fact that the cimarron by virtue of being the more expensive one, must the cool one is terrifying
I have a entry to mid spec trim, and a top spec trim ready. Now, to pawn this off onto a more competent person to design it visually, because I suck.
For sale in the area: A well maintained Hyperion S
For only 13,210 it can be yours today.
About the car:
This was Phénix top trim of the Hyperion and the first year of the 2nd gen, with a brand new redesigned chassis. It is a simple but powerful machine, with DW front and STA rear suspension, a 4 speed automatic, many aero components, a high quality sporty interior with premium amenities, a brand new variable hydraulic steering and top of the line safety. All high quality components, all the time.
The S line also comes with a sunroof, wheel vents, fog lights, an offset hood scoop and this baby was even modified with 17in alloy rims with a copper finish.
This whole package is powered by a high perf, all aluminum twin-cam 2.6L V6 rated at 250hp. With near perfect balance and performance tires, this car handles likes a dream, cornering at 1.10g. It also offers quite a good acceleration for its size and a top speed of 170mph. At 91 RON, it won’t scream exotic at your wallet.
Most probably inspired by this, which existed in very low amounts, but they were real for sure. The shooting brake however I’m 99% sure is a photoshop or a meticulous custom job
Bad news… The Dacia Sandero is seriously un cool.
Oh no! Anyway-
1994 Primus Merit C350
When looking for a sports coupé that offers unproblematic handling and excellent comfort as well as a timeless styling, the used car buyers often ask for the 1st gen Primus Merit. Peppy colors, rich trim levels and six-cylinder engines were often found since this was a popular car among both young yuppies and people suffering from a mid-life-crisis.
This early 1994 one painted in daring “Sea Green” was sold to a dentist in his 50s, now traded in since it´s hard for somebody above age 75 to get in and out. The one-owner garage car is in outstanding condition, with only 116.000 miles on the clock and a flawless service history. And THIS! ONE! IS! A! MANUAL! You won´t find that often in the USA, especially as grandpa´s pampered ride.
Yes, it has no DOHC inline engine, only an SOHC V6, but it is bearable to service, and while the giant screen of the Onboard Information Center looks totally weird today, it was the absolute height of fashion in the mid 90s. Of course, everything still works, only minor scratches on the bumpers and a slightly worn stering wheel. Buying old European premium imports is a risk, but this well-kept one is one of the better deals you can get.
e d i t:
maybe my detail obsession is going to far now…
Its actually 235 hp but typos happen, especially when advertizing used cars…
1986 Swanson 237 SF
Classic rad 80s Swanson from before they went soft!
3.7 Boxer engine goes HARD,320 hp , low 13s 1/4 mile!
Turbo Look, otherwise stock including cassette player! Mint condition! No accidents!
Runs on regular gas, over 22MPG!
Full service record! Just two owners and 69.000 miles!
Asking Price $12.000!!!
Only selling because my HOA s**** a**!
Cash only, no down payment!
Don’t wait! Don’t delay! Don’t f*** with me!
We put a grill in your grill so you can…nah, I just left the facelift grill on. Not supposed to be there lol
Somehwere in a parallel universe, the French are fond of sports cars and Citroen is Swanson.
Glad I’m not the only one with plans to model the window sticker. :)
…I don’t think I’ll get my entry ready for this challenge. Probably for the best, if the absurd service costs didn’t get it binned, any feeble attempts at designing it I could come up with probably would be the final nail in the coffin. Oh well.
parallel universe
Oh yes, that’s why the mirror image isn’t properly mirrored, obviously /s
the French are fond of sports cars
I think they are
and Citroen is Swanson
“…and engineered by (Anglo-) Saxons”
@xsneakyxsimx
Just go for it, CW can be unpredictable
I’m kind of in a similar boat; I’ve got a half-finished entry, but I’m unsure at this point whether it’ll get to be fully-finished in time. I’mma do my best to make it happen though, as I think it’s got interesting strengths and weaknesses.
I just threw fixtures at that and saw what stuck. The engineering was pretty much done, I just procrastinated with the visuals cause it’s not quite my forte.
