I know the rules say sedan or fastback hatch only but is this body marked as a four door coupe reasonable?
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I’m assuming that if the body variant is either a 4-door sedan or coupe, or is a 5-door liftback sedan (not a hatchback), then it’s fair game. After all, I think 4-door coupes should be treated as sedans for practicality purposes.
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awesome that worked .. thankyou thought I was going crazy
Yes, that would be just fine. I don’t know how many sedan bodies are labeled as coupes but I’ll mention it is explicitly allowed.
It is really helpful as the body i will use is a 4 door sedan but the game label it as a coupe
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The 1994 Comanche Finch
The Finch is Comanche’s practical family sports car. It weighs 1360kg and has a 1.8L turbocharged inline 4 engine producing 186hp and 282nm of torque. It can reach a top speed of 230km/h and can go from 0 to 100 in 7.5 seconds, but still only drinks 8.8L of gasoline every 100km on average. It has a 5 speed Advanced automatic transmission and is rear wheel drive. It only costs $28,850 (adjusted price) to pick one up from a dealership.
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1994 Whitfall Almont TLI
When the Mark IV Marden [Saloon] and Mark I Almont [Liftback] was unveiled at the 1992 Turin Auto Show, People were surprised by the new direction Whitfall had taken, as their Line-Up for the prior 20 years had been as dull as dishwater for the most part with all the beauty of a Crocodile eating a Crushed-up Coke can.
Whitfall decided to give their styling department a budget of more than £2.84, The result is a far more Unique design, Combined with some chrome and a much more softened outline, resulted in a pair of cars swarmed by the press upon their debut.
Underneath it also held a trick or two, With an engine perhaps deserving of being a class or two higher in terms of raw performance, with a 0-60 Of 6.5 Seconds, the chassis was made more comfortable then prior models, along with adding a couple goodies such as a CD Player.
It was planned under the Marden nameplate, but materialized instead as the Almont for unknown reasons.
By day, a family cruiser. By night, A Menace on the roads, which may put a sports car or two behind it.
All for under $25,000.
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POSEIDON THRESHER SPOTTED IN FINAL TESTING – A NEW ERA FOR THE TRIDENT BRAND
In a move that has stunned long-time industry watchers, Poseidon Automotive appears ready to enter a segment the marque has never touched in its 44-year history. Spotted undergoing late-stage evaluation in regional NSW, this mysterious green sedan is believed to be the near-production prototype of the long-rumoured Poseidon Thresher—the company’s first ever front-wheel-drive platform.
And if our sources are correct, the Thresher name isn’t just a model—it’s the foundation of an entirely new FWD/LWB architecture that will underpin a wave of family sedans, fastbacks, wagons, and even light commercial variants deep into the next decade.
A Radical Shift for a Traditionally Rear-Driven Brand
Since Poseidon’s founding in 1950—with the humble Turtle compact and Manta Power Units as its only division—the company has built its reputation on longitudinal engines, rear-drive balance, and characterful performance models supported by Trident Power Units (TPU) and the ever-dominant Shark Motorsport programs.
But insiders tell us the 1990s are forcing a strategic rethink. Efficiency mandates, changing buyer tastes, and growing global competition have created a perfect storm. The Thresher represents Poseidon’s answer.
The Car Itself – Compact Yet Grown Up
From our trackside view, the prototype shows:
- Fluid, aerodynamic surfacing clearly influenced by Poseidon’s aero breakthroughs
- A sloping fastback profile, suggesting a focus on airflow and cabin space.
- The distinctive Poseidon badge up front, but with no evidence of GTS or CS Shark Fin vents—confirming this is an everyday family machine, not a performance derivative.
- A subtle badge on the front quarter panel, hinting at early branding trials for the platform.
The Powertrain Question – Manta or Trident?
Given its FWD layout, the Thresher is expected to launch exclusively with Manta Power Units (MPU), optimised for efficiency, torque, and everyday drivability.
However, don’t discount the potential for a later TPU-enhanced Diver variant—
Sources at Manta Power Units suggest a new generation of compact 5-cylinder engines is nearly ready for production, built specifically around transverse applications.
A Threat to the Japanese & European Establishment?
If the Thresher drives anything like Poseidon’s early test engineers suggest—sharp steering, low cabin noise, high comfort, and trademark build quality—it could be the company’s most significant product since the original 1955 Dolphin.
More importantly, it signals Poseidon’s serious intent to compete in the booming global small-to-mid family car market.
Shark Motorsport’s Involvement? Minimal… For Now
While Shark Motorsport and Trident Power Units continue to focus on the Tigershark and Mako programmes, Poseidon insiders stress that Thresher development is strictly a road-car, comfort-first initiative.
That said, history has shown that anything wearing a Poseidon badge may someday find its way onto a track…
1994 Marks the Beginning of Poseidon’s FWD Era
If the Thresher enters production as expected later this year or early ’95, it will mark:
- Poseidon’s first FWD model
- The brand’s first new platform in over a decade
- A shift toward larger-scale global competitiveness
- Another major milestone in Poseidon’s rich and expanding legacy
One thing is certain: the tides are shifting at Poseidon. And if this early prototype is any indication, the rest of the industry should brace for impact.
More details as we get them—stay tuned for our full technical breakdown once we catch the Thresher again on the road.
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ABOUT
The North J30GT is not only the dream of Japanese businessmen, but above all a very good car. Equipped with a 3.0-litre inline engine with twin turbochargers, which generates 330 hp at 6,000 rpm and 494 Nm of torque at 2,700 rpm, it delivers excellent acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds.
The interior of the North J30GT is exceptionally well equipped, with extensive wood trim giving it an elegant character. The car also features a high-quality CD player, dual-zone air conditioning, and a sunroof.
So, what are you waiting for? Experience it for yourself and take home the North J30GT for just $26,999* !
*Car price is rounded up
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1994 Longbridge L60 3.0
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Powered by a 2.5L Inline 6 Turbo engine the Sunligth is the new and refined family car.
The Viscous AWD handles all the 200+ HP that the powerful engine gives via a 6 speed manual gearbox, the Sunligth was designed for comfort and a family daily driver
For $23.000, the Sunligth is not simply a normal sedan. It is a new member of the family, created to be their loyal companion for all the road trips to come
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MOTOR MAGAZINE – SCOOP PREVIEW (1994)
POSEIDON THRESHER – A FRONT-DRIVE REVOLUTION BEGINS
In a move that has shocked long-time followers of the Poseidon brand, our photographers have caught what appears to be the near-production Thresher, the company’s first-ever front-wheel-drive sedan, undergoing shakedown testing on the outskirts of Wollongong.
For a marque that has built its identity on rear-drive balance, muscular character, and the harmonious symphony between MPU everyday engines, TPU performance enhancements, and Shark Motorsport chassis craft, the decision to explore a transverse-FWD layout marks the dawn of a new engineering philosophy.
And yet—one glance at the Thresher’s stance, the clean surfacing, and the unmistakable Poseidon proportions—this isn’t a company abandoning its roots. It’s a company expanding them.
A FAMILY CAR WITH A REAL BITE
The 1994 Thresher sits on Poseidon’s newly developed FWD/LWB Thresher platform, designed for sedans, fastbacks, wagons, and future light-commercial derivatives.
What makes this platform particularly fascinating is its integration of MPU’s brand-new induction technology:
MPU’s WHIRLPOOL MANIFOLD™
A fully mechanical variable geometry intake designed to improve torque flow in the low-mid band while retaining high-RPM breathing efficiency.
This is the first production engine to utilise the system, and according to MPU engineers, it fundamentally changes how compact family engines behave under throttle.
INSIDE POSEIDON – COMMENTS FROM THE DIVISIONS
Adam Hughes – CEO & Founder (1950– )
“Thresher is about evolution without losing heritage. Our customers want efficiency, space and refinement—but they also want a Poseidon. We’ve worked hard to ensure Thresher feels alive beneath the wheel, just like every car we’ve ever built.”
Manta Power Units (MPU) – Everyday Engine Division
Iva Biggin – Director, MPU (since 1970)
“Whirlpool Manifold is the key. It lets our new four-cylinder maintain drivability around town while giving that surge of Poseidon character on open road stretches. This is the most advanced road-car manifold we’ve built to date.”
Trident Power Units (TPU) – Performance Engine Division
Mic Krack – Director, TPU (since 1971)
“Even though Thresher is not a performance platform, TPU has heavily assisted in calibration. Variable-geometry tech can misbehave without proper oversight. Our goal was refinement and responsiveness—no flat spots, no hesitation.”
Shark Motorsport – Chassis & Advanced Composites
Buster Himen – Head of Chassis Development (since 1975)
Seymour Buttz – Director, Composites & Plastics (since 1975)
Buster:
“Front-drive was new territory for us—but we approached it the Poseidon way: balance first, compliance second. Thresher will surprise people. It pivots through corners better than anyone expects.”
Seymour:
“We utilised some of our Tigershark-era composite learnings, just applied more subtly. Door structures, some under-tray aerodynamics, and noise-reduction panels all borrow Motorsport-grade polymer chemistry.”
A NEW ERA, STILL POSEIDON AT ITS CORE
While details remain tightly shielded, one thing is clear:
Thresher is not just a new model—it’s Poseidon stepping boldly into the modern era without losing the engineering soul forged since 1950.
Expect more leaks soon.
If this prototype is already this complete… a full reveal may be closer than Poseidon wants anyone to know.
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Dalluha Coach & Motor Works presents the…
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Kaufmann Ataraxia 2.9S
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The Paluh Sacramento is a large family car with a premium flair... or, at least, that's what the Javelin Motor Company wanted it to be. With a near-total redesign in 1992 ('91 for Washingtons), Javelin modernized the mechanicals of its larger cars, bringing improvements like four-wheel disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, all-new engines, and much more. The hope was to draw in younger buyers, but even the clean and contemporary styling wasn't enough to shake off some of the rather... uncool connotations of the big Sacramento.
What it needed was an image booster, and something was in the works...
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'94 Paluh Intimidator
Early Model ('93-'94), 2nd-gen Javelin Cougar Platform, 1993-1998
Marauder? I hardly know 'er!
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Introduced as a late addition to the '93 model year, the Paluh Intimidator (no relation to Dale Earnhardt) is more than just a Sacramento with aero bits. While the standard Sacramento had Javelin’s new “modular” PowerSystem 4.6l OHC V8, the Intimidator could be optioned with the 4.6l OutTech from the Washington Atlanta STC - technically the “same motor”, but all-aluminum and with twice the valves and camshafts. (Most Intimidators, though, were sold with the standard motor, the old and torquey Lorain 5.8l pushrod V8, now entering its final year.)
The Intimidator did its best to cut down on weight, even utilizing aluminum stampings for the hood and trunk skins. Seeing as Paluh was a premium brand, Intimidators still needed to be “civilized,” hence the inclusion of traction control and ABS as standard. It also retained the self-leveling air suspension seen on higher Sacramento trims, albeit tuned stiffer and with beefier sway bars.
Altogether, the Intimidator is a very competent sports sedan… assuming your idea of a “sports sedan” is a body-on-frame yacht, that is.
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