Monday, June 15, 2015

Toyota FT-1 Concept





The Toyota FT-1 Concept originally debuted at the 2014 Detroit Auto Show, previewing a potential reborn Supra. The example displayed here is the second iteration of the concept, known as the Toyota FT-1 Graphite; the first iteration came in a shade of red. Under the hood of the FT-1 is a hybridized inline-four; otherwise, not too many important details were given. This car was designed by the crew at the CALTY Design Center in southern California. I think the Toyota FT-1 a very impressive concept and should hit production sooner than later.

Friday, June 12, 2015

Bentley Flying Spur (2014-)














When the current-gen Flying Spur debuted for the 2014 model year, Bentley decided to drop the "Continental" name from it, even though it remains a Continental GT with an extra set of doors. The Bentley Flying Spur has the same engine options as the base Continental GT and Continental GT V8. However, the Flying Spur isn't quite as fast or as performance-oriented as the Continental GT. I think the Flying Spur is a wonderful car, but I don't find it as appealing as a Rolls-Royce Ghost or Phantom. All the examples above are W12 models.

Wednesday, June 10, 2015

1967-1972 Chevy C10 Pickup











There aren't usually a lot of trucks on this website, but I have decided to spice things up a bit. There have been multiple versions of this truck, carrying names such as C10, K10, Silverado, Cheyenne, Custom Deluxe, and Fleetside. Engine options consist of mainly small- and large-displacement V8s. Most of the examples above have unoriginal, modified powerplants. I believe the 1967-1972 Chevy Pickup was only offered as a single cab. Expect overall fuel economy to be less than 10 mpg. In general, regular-cab pickups aren't as popular as they were back in the day because they aren't as practical and, in some cases, stylish as extended- and crew-cab pickups. Also, I personally would rather be driving an extended-cab or crew cab pickup. Lastly, the Chevy/GMC pickup from 1967-1972 is the best truck from that era, according to me.

Sunday, May 17, 2015

Bentley Continental GT/C (2012-)











Right above is the second-gen Bentley Continental GT/C, which is my favorite model in Bentley's current lineup and one of the best Flying B's ever produced. Engine options range from a 4.0-liter turbocharged V8 with around 500 horsepower and 487 foot-pounds of torque to a 6.0-liter naturally-aspirated W12 with 567-616 horsepower and 516-590 foot-pounds of torque. It can reach 60 mph in the four-second range, onto a top speed 188 mph (V8 models), 198 mph (base W12), and 205 mph (Speed). Power is sent to all four wheels via an eight-speed automatic. V8 models are distinguished from the W12 models physically by a red Flying B badge. The interior is like that of a typical Bentley: high-quality, refined, classy, and comfy.This is an amazing car; however, I'd probably consider a Rolls-Royce Wraith before a Continental GT.

Sunday, April 5, 2015

Lexus RC F










The Lexus RC F is currently the fastest and most powerful mainstream Lexus you can buy, until the GS F hits showrooms. Unlike its chief competitor, the BMW M4, the RC F is powered by a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter V8 with 467 horses and 389 foot-pounds of torque. Its sole gearbox option is an eight-speed automatic, and its curb weight adds up to 4045 pounds. Based on multiple reviews, the RC F doesn't perform as well on the track as it does on the street. This doesn't mean that it's a terrible car. In reality, the Lexus RC F is a great daily driver that is reliable and good-looking.