If you could combine the best traits of several cars to create your own, what would they be?
Eg: Miata size and weight, Honda S2000 engine and transmission, Lotus Elise handling, and Porsche Cayman styling.
RWD '96 Skylark, with an LS6 and 6 speed manual, and GM's magnetic shocks.
For me, the perfect car is simply an LS3 powered CTS sedan or wagon or an Infiniti G56 (5.6L V8), but I think this combination would be very interesting as well:
- Chassis and suspension from the Infiniti G37 sedan
- Ford 5.0L V8 and 6 speed manual transmission
- Kia Optima styling
- Cadillac CTS-V interior
Somehow combine the Miata with the looks of the Mustang (convertible with a fastback roof? WTF!) with Mustang engine sounds.
I have no idea how to make it work, but I'd be a happy dude.
Quote from: HotRodPilot on December 31, 2011, 06:16:48 PM
Somehow combine the Miata with the looks of the Mustang (convertible with a fastback roof? WTF!) with Mustang engine sounds.
I have no idea how to make it work, but I'd be a happy dude.
There are tons Mustang powered Miatas out there, but they still look like Miatas. Too bad too, because I have always thought that V8 Miatas would have been perfect as a new Shelby Cobra. Unfortunately it would be saddled with the Miata's body.
FD RX-7 body with interior made by Aston Martin with Recaro seats. The 6 speed out of an 09 or up RX-8. Keep the same twin turbo motor but bump it up to about 300 hp.
I think there are a lot of "perfect" cars, e.g. 944S2, S2000, older 535i, etc. I wouldn't combine traits.
Quote from: Rupert on January 01, 2012, 01:29:08 AM
I think there are a lot of "perfect" cars, e.g. 944S2, S2000, older 535i, etc. I wouldn't combine traits.
You're boring.
I can own the perfect car. ;)
Quote from: Rupert on January 01, 2012, 02:00:40 AM
I can own the perfect car. ;)
Nobody makes my perfect car. My perfect cars are just an engine option away (CTS, Infiniti G) or 10" and 800 lbs (Charger) from being perfect. :(
I value style, interior space, comfort and fuel economy. So my choices are...
Oldschool: Mercedes S123 T-Modell 230TE
(http://www.autoevolution.com/images/gallery/medium/MERCEDESBENZE-KlasseT-Modell-S123--medium-1972_3.jpg)
Newschool: Citroen C5 Tourer 165 HDi
(http://www.lincah.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/2011-Citroen-C5-Side-View.jpg)
Wimmer, you missed the point of the thread. You must combine the traits are multiple cars to create one perfect car.
1969 El Camino body with a Corvette ZR1 chassis, Ferrari V12 engine, and the interior out of an Aston. Preferably weighing a bit under 3000 lbs.
Pontiac G8 with Porsche Panamera Turbo drivetrain and CTS-V interior.
Quote from: Rupert on January 01, 2012, 01:29:08 AM
I think there are a lot of "perfect" cars, e.g. 944S2, S2000, older 535i, etc. I wouldn't combine traits.
+1
There are plenty of great cars out there.
911 turbo
M3 sedan (or 335i)
C6 coupe or z06
And probably a dozen others I wouldn't change anything about.
GTO 6.0 engine (with an oversized Eaton supercharger) and seats- BMW M3 suspension in a convertible Challenger.
Quote from: SVT666 on January 01, 2012, 08:45:28 AM
Wimmer, you missed the point of the thread. You must combine the traits are multiple cars to create one perfect car.
Ah, got it.
Citroen C5 Tourer body + oh, let's throw in a Mercedes 2.1-l 4-cylinder turbodiesel in the form of a '220 CDI = perfect car. :ohyeah:
Renesis powered Miata.
Body of a useful compact hatchback
Performance of a roadster
Reliable as the sunrise
Let's throw a new 5.0 into my car, as well as a 6-speed manual. Fix all of the dents, get new body-color bumpers, glass moonroof from a 960, Lexicon 17-speaker sound system from the Genesis/Equus, charcoal interior from another 940, and all of the brakes upgraded and repaired. Also, lots of sound deadening material. This will be one quiet car that also hauls ass and sounds good.
A RWD GTI with an S54 under the hood.
Here's one: Lighter, nimbler Challenger.
Formula 1 car with a minivan body.
Oh wait
(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_suiHYNm_lag/TLRFexhHI8I/AAAAAAAACYg/7n4TiYLABK0/s1600/espace-f1-prototype-1995-zox.jpg)
Except I'd want a totally stock looking minivan body for the sleeper effect. And with all the seats too so I can actually carry people and stuff. And probably the AWD 3.8 turbo drivetrain from the GT-R for more reliability and usability.
Quote from: Rockraven on January 01, 2012, 12:24:44 PM
Renesis powered Miata.
Oh, I've looked into that one. If it wouldn't cost so fucking much I'd do it. That and a few of the things are over my head on how to make it work.
RX-8 with a luxury brand quality interior and a normally aspirated 3 rotor engine.
Actually, Factory Five is about to produce my perfect car, the 818. An 1800 lb roadster and targa with mid mounted WRX powertrain. The kit is coming out later this year for $9900.
(http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=6628&d=1323207566)
(http://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=6630&d=1323207734)
Quote from: r0tor on January 01, 2012, 05:38:08 PM
RX-8 with a luxury brand quality interior and a normally aspirated 3 rotor engine.
I think that would've worked out well. The RX-8 is more of a GT car anyway so that motor would've been a good fit. Oh well.
Quote from: Onslaught on January 01, 2012, 06:16:15 PM
I think that would've worked out well. The RX-8 is more of a GT car anyway so that motor would've been a good fit. Oh well.
Yea that would have been interesting. I don't think gas mileage would have been much worse either.
For me... E36 body, E46 ///M3 interior, high compression (12:1) high RPM (8000 RPM) VQ35DE. ~3000lbs, ~350HP, usable seats, agreeable packaging
handling and traction of an awd miata, family space of a minivan, power and fuel economy of a Corvette.
Height of a supercar for highway handling, adjustable to the clearance and sturdiness of a jeep for off-road forays.
Metallic orange.
As an all around car, it is very difficult to do better than an E90 M3.
The V8 Miata thing is interesting. My idea of perfection would involve an older Miata with a Ford 5.0 drivetrain from the 94 Cobra.
Quote from: shp4man on January 14, 2012, 04:55:55 PM
The V8 Miata thing is interesting. My idea of perfection would involve an older Miata with a Ford 5.0 drivetrain from the 94 Cobra.
That's the old way of doing it. The new kits use GM LS engines.
My car with a fixed roof and an LS7 would be perfect.
Quote from: thecarnut on January 14, 2012, 07:35:13 PM
My car with a fixed roof and an LS7 would be perfect.
So basically a smaller Z06.
As far as non sporting cars, I think I could really love a 1.3 JTD Fiat Grande Punto.
(http://images.drive.com.au/drive_images/Editorial/2006/08/14/11what1M_m.jpg)
Before you jump down my throat, it's known for being pretty good to drive, it looks good, and most of all, the economy is great while producing good everyday performance. It's the perfect size for me (not too big, not too small) and I love the way it looks.
The tiny 1.3L diesel makes a very good 90HP (that's respectable for a petrol car, in a diesel 90HP is great) and hits hard with 150 ft/lbs of torque. Mated to a six-speed manual geared (I've read) for freeway economy, I would REALLY like driving this car.
:huh:
I don't think that's an unusual choice.
Quote from: hotrodalex on January 14, 2012, 08:13:58 PM
So basically a smaller Z06.
Pretty much.
Though my car with an LS7 swapped in and a hard top is close enough. If I'm ever rich enough...
I don't know about you guys but I'd be fearful of an MX-5 with that much power. Perhaps an NC would be ok but I've seen how much metal or lack of the NA and NB have in them.
Quote from: Onslaught on January 15, 2012, 06:54:21 AM
I don't know about you guys but I'd be fearful of an MX-5 with that much power. Perhaps an NC would be ok but I've seen how much metal or lack of the NA and NB have in them.
Nonsense. Spec Miata has taught us that Miatas are puntable, indestructible cars.
Quote from: 280Z Turbo on January 15, 2012, 06:57:02 AM
Nonsense. Spec Miata has taught us that Miatas are puntable, indestructible cars.
http://www.bethania-garage.com/testimonials.htm
http://danotech.com/miata/rolled.html
Not on there tops. Unless you've got a roll bar. And if you're a real man over 6"4' then a roll bar is a problem. If you're a small child then it's ok.