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padi56 · 21 January 2006, 10:16 PM

The Poll contains the most well known Super cars.
I have added two American cars to the list, although I have been told that the Americans don't have a clue how to make a Super Car.
Myself like the Aston Martin DB9,hard or rag top.

Gedanken · 21 January 2006, 10:37 PM

Nothing like the Big Mac in my book. Not was it the untouchable for a decade after its launch, the attention to detail when designing each and every part was gob-stopping.

Earl · 22 January 2006, 12:09 AM

I voted the Masserati my boss has a 2005 GrandSport V8 sure is sweet,

Rockrolex · 22 January 2006, 01:41 AM

This is mine - Aston Martin DB9 Convertible

JJ Irani · 22 January 2006, 04:10 AM

Trying to picture myself sitting in a red Ferrari, with the top down, the wind blowing through my hair (ooops!), a beautiful girl by my side and a solid gold YM with MOP dial on my wrist.....dream on, JJ, dream on!!

C.J. · 22 January 2006, 04:15 AM

I think my GMT would look great in a classic red Vette with black rag top!

SLRdude · 22 January 2006, 05:48 AM

I voted Lamborghini, as it is my favorite by a land slide.
Not so sure at the comment that Americans don't know how to build a supercar. ( I will leave alone the fact that Aston's Vanquish uses two Ford Duratech V6 engines joined at the crank)

Have you have seen a Saleen S7 ? Or an S7 Twin Turbo?

Price $555,000

Engine 7 liter V8
Weight 2950 lbs
Aspiration twin turbochargers
Torque 700 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
HP 750 hp @ 6300 rpm
HP/Weight 3.9 lbs per hp
HP/Liter 107.1 hp per liter
1/4 mile 10.7 seconds @ 136 mph
0-60 mph 2.8 seconds
Top Speed 245 mph

The ONLY supercar in the world with similar figures, in fact a tad better... would be the Bugatti 16-4 Veyron, which costs over 1.000.000 dollars.

So... how about ... Americans DO KNOW how to make a supercar. And they make it.

(not even going to mention the humble Corvette Z06, which for under USD 70k will outaccelerate AND outhandle the Ferrari F360, the Lamborghini Gallardo, the Aston Martin Vanquish, The Ferrari 550 Maranello, the Ferrari Superamerica, the Porsche 911 Turbo.... get my point?)

SLRdude · 22 January 2006, 05:52 AM

Oh... I totally forgot about the Ford GT!!!
If that's not a supercar... nothing else is!!
You know what it says on the door??
MADE IN THE USA!

ralphieralph · 22 January 2006, 06:03 AM

That s7 is badddd!!!!!cool pics chip!!!

Goodwatch · 22 January 2006, 06:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by padi56

The Poll contains the most well known Super cars.
I have added two American cars to the list, although I have been told that the Americans don't have a clue how to make a Super Car.
Myself like the Aston Martin DB9,hard or rag top.

Good thread Peter! Mine's not on the list. It's the Dutch Spyker C8 T. Twin turbo V8, 525 BHP, all aluminum body, completely handmade. My dream car!

Goodwatch · 22 January 2006, 06:33 AM

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Originally Posted by comatox

I voted Lamborghini, as it is my favorite by a land slide.
Not so sure at the comment that Americans don't know how to build a supercar. ( I will leave alone the fact that Aston's Vanquish uses two Ford Duratech V6 engines joined at the crank)

Have you have seen a Saleen S7 ? Or an S7 Twin Turbo?

0-60 mph 2.8 seconds

Sweet car, there was an item about it on Discovery.

The only thing I doubt about those cars are the 0-60 times.

2.8 seconds and slightly less is what an F1 car does. But these weigh 580 kg., have an 800-900 BHP engine and ultra fat tires that last 20 rounds. I don't believe that any road car can top that acceleration. But I'm not an expert.

mailman · 22 January 2006, 08:24 AM

The S7 is one beautiful car. When I initally saw the choices, I was wondering why there wasn't any mention of the Ford GT. I think it definetly belongs in the same class as the others.
My favorite would have to be the Ferrari. Can anyone say Enzo?

ralphieralph · 22 January 2006, 08:30 AM

How's this Paulie!!!!!!!

mailman · 22 January 2006, 08:59 AM

That's what I'm talkin bout

Goodwatch · 22 January 2006, 09:18 AM

See those Brembo carbon brakes? Dang, $30,000 just for the brakes

But people who own the car don't care of course.

mailman · 22 January 2006, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Goodwatch

See those Brembo carbon brakes? Dang, $30,000 just for the brakes

But people who own the car don't care of course.

Good eyes.

And you're right. The question is how many of the cars will actually have enough miles put on them to ever do a brake change? It's a shame when such beauty is left stored away in a room somewhere, never to be enjoyed.

baseballduck · 23 January 2006, 10:31 AM

Hmmmmmm. Even though there are a ton of super cars I like such as the Koenigsegg (spelling?) and the Pagani Zonda S, I'd have to say Ferrari. I am in love with the Enzo and the 360 Challenge Stradale. Not to mention the F430 modena and spider. Aw heck, I just love 'em all.

Tyler

23 January 2006, 11:28 PM

Ferrari hands down for designing and building dream cars for decades. I'd say they invented the supercar with the 250 GTO.

But a nod to the new Bugatti Veyron (wow!) and of course the McLaren is ubiquitous.

Wanna see what VW is doing with that showcar they've been hucking at autoshows, too.

Manatee · 24 January 2006, 01:13 AM

I'm a Ferrari guy since childhood. Not that I've ever owned one. In fact I've only driven one once -- and that was "only" a Dino. (That was before Dinos became highly regarded, as they are now.)

As a buyer, I'm a Corvette guy. The current C6 doesn't grab me, so I'm looking forward to the next generation, to see if that one will suck me back in to the dealership.

Seadweller · 25 January 2006, 08:46 AM

My favorite super car and super son.

Launch Mini · 25 January 2006, 09:01 AM

Your setting your son up for the real thing on his 16th B day you know.
If you do that, he is welcome to pick up my dtr.

Rockrolex · 29 January 2006, 08:47 AM

Thought you would like to see my next car.

At US$270K, it will be my next car in my next lifetime.

Goodwatch · 29 January 2006, 08:56 AM

This is my wet dream:

Even more $$$$

Uncle-AJ · 29 January 2006, 10:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Thought you would like to see my next car.
At US$270K, it will be my next car in my next lifetime.

You've got good taste Ed.

For me it will probably be a diesel but what I don't know yet. I take a long time to pick cars, my last one was picked in 1984.

JJ Irani · 29 January 2006, 02:12 PM

mailman · 29 January 2006, 09:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Thought you would like to see my next car.

At US$270K, it will be my next car in my next lifetime.

Sweet Aston Ed.

You'd look good driving around south Fla on A1A in that.

Rockrolex · 30 January 2006, 11:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

Sweet Aston Ed.

You'd look good driving around south Fla on A1A in that.

I couldn't agree with you more, Paul. Of course it will only be in my dreams.

mailman · 30 January 2006, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

I couldn't agree with you more, Paul. Of course it will only be in my dreams.

If I win the lotto I'll buy it and leave it down there at your place for you to drive at your leisure. How's that sound? Except for the month of March, that's when my mother & father are down that way and they can use it. Deal?

Rockrolex · 30 January 2006, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mailman

If I win the lotto I'll buy it and leave it down there at your place for you to drive at your leisure. How's that sound? Except for the month of March, that's when my mother & father are down that way and they can use it. Deal?

Is that a trick question?

Done deal.

mailman · 30 January 2006, 11:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rockrolex

Is that a trick question?

Done deal.

Nah, no trick. As long as I get to use it once in awhile too. Done deal. Good. Have your people call mine. I mean me. Screw it, no people. Just a good old fashioned hand shake.

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Porsche	4	18.18%
Lamborghini	3	13.64%
Maserati	1	4.55%
Aston Martin	3	13.64%
McLaren F1	1	4.55%
Corvette	2	9.09%
Dodge Viper	0	0%
Lotus	0	0%
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21 January 2006, 10:16 PM	#1
padi56 "TRF" Life Patron Join Date: Jun 2005 Real Name: Peter Location: Llanfairpwllgwyng Watch: ing you. Posts: 53,064	So what's your favourite Super Car. The Poll contains the most well known Super cars. I have added two American cars to the list, although I have been told that the Americans don't have a clue how to make a Super Car. Myself like the Aston Martin DB9,hard or rag top. __________________ ICom Pro3 All posts are my own opinion and my opinion only. "The clock of life is wound but once, and no man has the power to tell just when the hands will stop. Now is the only time you actually own the time, Place no faith in time, for the clock may soon be still for ever." Good Judgement comes from experience,experience comes from Bad Judgement,.Buy quality, cry once; buy cheap, cry again and again. www.mc0yad.club Second in command CEO and left handed watch winder

21 January 2006, 10:37 PM	#2
Gedanken "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Sir Location: Melbourne Watch: F-series SD Posts: 8,589	Nothing like the Big Mac in my book. Not was it the untouchable for a decade after its launch, the attention to detail when designing each and every part was gob-stopping. __________________ You buy a Casio to make sure you're on time; you wear a Rolex because you don't have to be on time.

22 January 2006, 01:41 AM	#4
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,969	This is mine - Aston Martin DB9 Convertible __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

22 January 2006, 04:10 AM	#5
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	Trying to picture myself sitting in a red Ferrari, with the top down, the wind blowing through my hair (ooops!), a beautiful girl by my side and a solid gold YM with MOP dial on my wrist.....dream on, JJ, dream on!! __________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

22 January 2006, 12:09 AM	#3
Earl "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: Who Me? Location: Northern Virginia Watch: out Posts: 4,616	I voted the Masserati my boss has a 2005 GrandSport V8 sure is sweet,

22 January 2006, 04:15 AM	#6
C.J. "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: * Posts: 10,196	I think my GMT would look great in a classic red Vette with black rag top!

22 January 2006, 05:48 AM	#7
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	I voted Lamborghini, as it is my favorite by a land slide. Not so sure at the comment that Americans don't know how to build a supercar. ( I will leave alone the fact that Aston's Vanquish uses two Ford Duratech V6 engines joined at the crank) Have you have seen a Saleen S7 ? Or an S7 Twin Turbo? Price $555,000 Engine 7 liter V8 Weight 2950 lbs Aspiration twin turbochargers Torque 700 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm HP 750 hp @ 6300 rpm HP/Weight 3.9 lbs per hp HP/Liter 107.1 hp per liter 1/4 mile 10.7 seconds @ 136 mph 0-60 mph 2.8 seconds Top Speed 245 mph The ONLY supercar in the world with similar figures, in fact a tad better... would be the Bugatti 16-4 Veyron, which costs over 1.000.000 dollars. So... how about ... Americans DO KNOW how to make a supercar. And they make it. (not even going to mention the humble Corvette Z06, which for under USD 70k will outaccelerate AND outhandle the Ferrari F360, the Lamborghini Gallardo, the Aston Martin Vanquish, The Ferrari 550 Maranello, the Ferrari Superamerica, the Porsche 911 Turbo.... get my point?) __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87

22 January 2006, 05:52 AM	#8
SLRdude "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Chip Location: Dallas TX Posts: 6,194	Oh... I totally forgot about the Ford GT!!! If that's not a supercar... nothing else is!! You know what it says on the door?? MADE IN THE USA! __________________ Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try. Yoda, Jedi Master CHIP Member # 87 Last edited by SLRdude; 22 January 2006 at 05:52 AM..

22 January 2006, 06:03 AM	#9
ralphieralph "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: Ahh..."LEROY" Location: connecticut Watch: SUBMARINER Posts: 681	That s7 is badddd!!!!!cool pics chip!!!

22 January 2006, 08:24 AM	#12
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	The S7 is one beautiful car. When I initally saw the choices, I was wondering why there wasn't any mention of the Ford GT. I think it definetly belongs in the same class as the others. My favorite would have to be the Ferrari. Can anyone say Enzo? __________________ JJ

22 January 2006, 08:30 AM	#13
ralphieralph "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Real Name: Ahh..."LEROY" Location: connecticut Watch: SUBMARINER Posts: 681	How's this Paulie!!!!!!!

22 January 2006, 08:59 AM	#14
mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	That's what I'm talkin bout __________________ JJ

22 January 2006, 09:18 AM	#15
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	See those Brembo carbon brakes? Dang, $30,000 just for the brakes But people who own the car don't care of course. __________________ Member# 127

23 January 2006, 10:31 AM	#17
baseballduck "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Real Name: Tyler Location: Pinehurst NC Watch: Explorer 214270 Posts: 1,018	Hmmmmmm. Even though there are a ton of super cars I like such as the Koenigsegg (spelling?) and the Pagani Zonda S, I'd have to say Ferrari. I am in love with the Enzo and the 360 Challenge Stradale. Not to mention the F430 modena and spider. Aw heck, I just love 'em all. Tyler __________________ Sedit qui timuit ne non succederet. Member #84

23 January 2006, 11:28 PM	#18
Atomic Guest Posts: n/a	Ferrari hands down for designing and building dream cars for decades. I'd say they invented the supercar with the 250 GTO. But a nod to the new Bugatti Veyron (wow!) and of course the McLaren is ubiquitous. Wanna see what VW is doing with that showcar they've been hucking at autoshows, too.

24 January 2006, 01:13 AM	#19
Manatee Banned Join Date: May 2005 Location: Washington DC Are Posts: 677	I'm a Ferrari guy since childhood. Not that I've ever owned one. In fact I've only driven one once -- and that was "only" a Dino. (That was before Dinos became highly regarded, as they are now.) As a buyer, I'm a Corvette guy. The current C6 doesn't grab me, so I'm looking forward to the next generation, to see if that one will suck me back in to the dealership.

25 January 2006, 08:46 AM	#20
Seadweller "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 750	My favorite super car and super son. __________________ The Exclusive 4000ft Club.

25 January 2006, 09:01 AM	#21
Launch Mini "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Real Name: John Location: Canada, eh Watch: can I? Posts: 6,240	Your setting your son up for the real thing on his 16th B day you know. If you do that, he is welcome to pick up my dtr. __________________ Something witty to go here. Member # 293

29 January 2006, 08:47 AM	#22
Rockrolex TRF Moderator & 2024 SubLV41 Patron Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: God Location: Washington, D.C. Watch: What do you think? Posts: 37,969	Thought you would like to see my next car. At US$270K, it will be my next car in my next lifetime. __________________ Despite the high cost of living, it's still very popular. *Tosser Cabinet Member* Official Member: 'Perpetual 30' Vegas International GTG 2016 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2017 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2018 Official Member "WIS-CON" Las Vegas International GTG 2019

29 January 2006, 08:56 AM	#23
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	This is my wet dream: Even more $$$$ __________________ Member# 127

29 January 2006, 02:12 PM	#25
JJ Irani Fondly Remembered Join Date: May 2005 Real Name: JJ Location: Auckland, NZ Watch: ALL SOLD!! Posts: 74,319	__________________ Words fail me in expressing my utmost thanks to ALL of you for this wonderful support during my hour of need!! I firmly believe that my time on planet earth is NOT yet up!! I shall fight this to the very end.......and WIN!!

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