uh hi I have problem
I feel like it shouldnt be forced that the base model has a V8, most of them had V6s at the lower end
You can make a six-cylinder car and submit it here, but V8s are still preferred.
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The price given is based on the Ford Mustang GT, which was a V8. However, about half of the inspiration cars posted are V6, and buyers will prefer V8 but not required by the rules.
I dont want to make a six cylinder, I just want to make sure I can make a six cylinder base model for the car, not the one im entering, more of a lore thing
Here at Helron, we never held back
Its the end of the 90s. The Lance is selling well in the US but some of us are longing for something…lighter. Something that has the same great power, without sacrificing weight or practicality.
Enter, the Paradise. The big engine pushes hard, the big boot carries much, and the big presence carries you.
(P.S. The car has drag inspired roots which is why the rear tires are a lot bigger than the front, its a quirk)
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1998 Mara Kavaler Mk2 4.6 AMM
Shortly after the release of Mara’s first all-new large car after the fall of the Closed Curtain - the Mk2 Kavaler - Mara’s newly acquired performance division AMM was tasked with developing a Kavaler high-performance version with a simple brief: extract 300 hp from the stock Blyz Progress V8 engine block, attain 300 kph (theoretical) top speed and keep things drivable and affordable.
While the top speed of production models was electronically limited to 250 kph to save the future owners from excessive tyre costs, the speed limiter delete was a no-cost offer, however, when the new owner brought the car to the AMM headquarters themselves.
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Last day for submissions! We have some really wonderful entries.
im new here and i dont exactly know how to submit should i dm the .car to op?
Ive made the Boogle Bavaleer, a major american manufacturer collaborated with a major japanese manufacturer/design house to make an answer to the dodge viper.
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There are instructions in the OP. Open the “Requirements” tab.
Sorry for being stupid but how do i send a pm on this website?
Usually you have to make a few posts, read a few threads, etc before it lets you PM. Anti-bot measure.
ah shit. guess im out then. damn shame
You just gained the ability to DM
Submissions are now closed. Results will be out later today or tomorrow.
Results
Ascot Carabinier
The most responsive entry of all, the Ascot Carabinier blurs the line between muscle and sport. It carries strong design and engineering notes from the C4 Corvette… a beloved car to be sure, but not necessarily muscular. To boot, it has the service costs of a premium vehicle despite its fairly average comfort and not stellar horsepower.
Helron Paradise LJ-R
Affordable and reliable to be sure. Unfortunately, this comes at the cost of throttle response, horsepower, and comfort; it’s among the bottom in all regards. Worse, this manages to be below ten miles per gallon; while some inefficiency is normal for a muscle car, that’s in the territory of heavy duty work truck, and puts buyers off. Thankfully it’s nice to look at, the unusual front bumper working despite the oddly small grille.
SVP Bearclaw GTS
Good practicality, reliability, and power are matched with a good power band. It’s not terribly comfortable though, and it has somewhat high service costs. The styling, though, is ultimately what takes it down, despite being an overall good entry. Something about the headlights strikes critics and consumers oddly.
FM Cuda 3500 GT
Stylish! With its turbocharged V8, the FM Cuda is certainly unique as the only 1998 turbo muscle car. Unfortunately the good ends there- the turbocharger greatly harms the engine’s reliability and frankly, it’s just not a comfortable car. It’s a shame, because it’s really very nice looking.
Mara Kavaler Mk2 4.6 AMM
The engineering on this car is, truly, second to none. In terms of value for money, it cannot be beaten, with comfort on par with strong entries, yet one of the lowest running costs available. Excellent throttle response, good practicality, and amazing reliability. If only it just looked a little better.
Draco
Talk about an all-motor entry. The Draco’s horsepower is above average while maintaining stellar throttle response and a really impressive power band. Unfortunately, it’s very expensive to own, with the second highest service costs of the entries, and it’s just not comfortable. The front end is nice to look at, but the odd egg-shape of the wide bottom and narrow top detracts from its visuals.
Note: this was 04mmar’s first entry. Congratulate them on a well-made first show!
Globus Phoenix Dominator Randy Miller Edition
Squashed catfish front end, immense service costs (the highest by over 400 dollars) and an unimpressive cargo area and ride quality don’t make for a good first impression. However, despite the name that goes on longer than the fuel tank, it is all made up for to some by the fact that this car has the highest horsepower available at this price… by almost 50. Good show.
AMC Eagle AMX
The strikingly dated front end puts off most buyers. It harks back… to not that long ago, and worse, to a vehicle most of us remember and dislike. A sluggish and unreliable engine- the worst in both categories, actually- really didn’t help. But it was a very practical vehicle, with a very large trunk and plenty of seating.
Note: If this was a 2000s challenge, you’d have had a shot. Ironically though this car is a little too ahead of its time, much like the original Eagle. Good work on the styling, though.
FMC Goshawk SP
This car is unfortunately a victim of being very average. It’s not the worst at anything, but it’s not the best either, and falls just below that average in a few key places like comfort and service cost. It has a very nice color scheme though, and the front end is nice to look at.
Arlington Foxhound GS
With its service costs being on the lower side, one may expect the Foxhound GS to have cut costs. But when you step on the throttle, the power is there, and there’s plenty of it. It’s not the most comfortable car present, but it falls in line well enough, and makes up for it with excellent practicality and runner up for engine reliability. And all that is before the styling.
From the beautiful paint to the balance and flow of the body, to the hood vents that never let you forget what you’re driving without being overstated, the Foxhound GS is beautiful without being overdone. A genuinely wonderful entry.
Winner: @Texaslav
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Oh shit I actually won something again
Good game, good show y’all
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Oh well, I knew I wouldn’t win because my car was - like my PTP1 one - full of compromises to stay within the budget. A smaller engine wouldn’t have been slower because of less wheelspin and the possibility to install a geared LSD, and the disastrous service cost are also caused by the fact that I was crazy enough to mount an engine with well over 7 liter displacement into the front of the car, which became overly filled then. But when a challenge wants me to bring power to the people, then I’ll do it with 454 thirsty horses.
Nevertheless, all I wanted was ROOOOAAAARRRR and with the ancient 4-speed auto and the kingsize leather seats the Phoenix Dominator makes at least a comfortable and impressing show cruiser, holding up the flag of classic American muscles.
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Good showing by all and congratulations to @Texaslav for the victory.
I was worried that mine would considered too much like a sports car rather than a muscle car for this, but I also was trying to do some design elements that was pushing me out of my comfort zone so I think it went okay. I think the higher service costs was partly due to the staggered tire set up.
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Ah yes, forgot about that. I also have staggered tires AND the car might be the only one to go more than 300 kph. That lets the tire costs raise to the moon.
I also had 302 kph top speed, but put in a limiter to 249 - exactly to save on tyre and service cost.