Monday, February 21, 2011

The Robert Lee Museum collection has been stuck in legal limbo so long, little remains, finally, the last 27 cars have been traded to the local govt

This Tucker is going to get fixed up, maybe superficially restored. All about the Tucker here: http://www.streetcustoms.com.br/revistas-carros/noticias/tucker-1035-de-roberto-lee-sera-restaurado.html

At one point in its history, it was placed on the chassis of a 1947 Cadillac Series 62, complete with the Cadillac’s drivetrain, firewall and dashboard. Some alterations to the body were also made, and it has suffered from random acts of vandalism over the last couple of decades. The city of Caçapava plans at least a cosmetic restoration of the Tucker prior to installing it in a municipal museum

Robert Lee was killed in 1975, the museum closed in 1993. The cars have been pilfered, vandalised, and neglected for 18 rainy years. See more about the abandoned museum: http://justacarguy.blogspot.com/search/label/Robert%20Lee

The way the local government was finally able to make a breakthrough in the war between the inheritors, was to trade the rotten brats deal where they could develop all of the properties in the inheritance if they gave up the remains of the car collection. All the self centered dorks wanted was money, now they can make money off housing developements where hte museum once was.

learned about it from http://blog.hemmings.com/index.php/2011/02/15/long-neglected-tucker-exhumed-headed-for-restoration

Rental car fuel charges as of last week, before gas prices jumped

National...........$5.01 a gallon
Avis..................$7.99
Hertz................$8.29

This is what you will be charged if they have to top off the tank, if you opt not to prepay them, and don't fill the car before returning it.

SV12 R Biturbo 800 by Brabus


Brabus has unveiled the fastest and most powerful sedan in the world - the SV12 R Biturbo 800.

Essentially a revised SV12 R, the Biturbo features a 5.5-liter V12 engine which has been bored to 6.3-liters. Besides the extra displacement, engineers added a new crankshaft, larger pistons, high-performance camshafts and optimized cylinder heads. Furthermore, the company installed a carbon fiber air intake, new turbochargers, four intercoolers, a sport exhaust, and a recalibrated ECU.

Thanks to all these changes, the V12 produces a staggering 800 PS (788 bhp / 588 kW) and 1,420 Nm (1,047 lb-ft) of torque. Sadly, the latter figure is electronically limited to 1,100 Nm (811 lb-ft) for "technical reasons." Despite this, the über sedan accelerates from 0-100 km/h (62 mph) in 3.9 seconds and 0-200 km/h (124 mph) in 10.3 seconds. If that isn't fast enough, keep your foot planted and the Biturbo will eventually top out at an electronically limited 350 km/h (217 mph).

To ensure the car remains stable at speed, Brabus equipped it with an aerodynamic body kit, high-performance tires (from Pirelli or YOKOHAMA), a revised suspension module (which lowers the ride height by 15mm), beefier brakes, and a limited-slip differential.

Audi R8 by Eisenmann


Performance exhaust specialist Eisenmann has unveiled their new tuning program for the Audi R8.

Dubbed the Spark Eight, the car features an aerodynamic carbon fiber body kit with a revised grille (€7800), a front splitter (€1800), a rear spoiler (€4800), and a rear diffuser (€3800). If those accessories haven't drained your bank account, you can add 19-inch alloy wheels for €7300.

Out back, customers can order a center-mounted single exhaust (€4600), a four tailpipe exhaust (€3800) or an R8 V10-inspired dual exhaust (€1000).

While the standard car isn't a slouch in the handling department, Eisenmann also offers new shock absorbers and performance springs (€3850).

500C Abarth by Romeo Ferraris


Romeo Ferraris has tuned this 500C Abarth to commemorate its own 52nd anniversary.

The Abarth 500C Anniversario features a performance upgrade that dials power up to 203 PS (149 kW / 200 bhp) from the series' 140 PS (103 kW / 138 bhp). The power boosts comes courtesy of an ECU-remap, a new turbine, a sport air filter and a sport exhaust.

Also added are performance (Brembo) brakes, a suspension kit and a mechanical limited-slip differential.

But what stands out here is the two-tone chrome finish to the outside of the 500C Abarth in a silver and red scheme.

On the inside too is red chrome trim complimented by a black leather finish with diamond stitching.

The whole package rides on 8 x 17-inch rims by Romeo Ferraris.

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Different kinds of services provided by auto Transport Company

Transporting cars requires special skill as well as equipment and insurance. You have to rely on auto transport services, if you want to ship your car to another city or state or country. By using their service, you may feel that your car is in safe hands and don’t have to worry. If you’re not bothered much about your vehicle you can select any auto transport company. However, since this is a valuable possession, you would prefer a valuable agency.

One question that may arise on your mind is how to find the best car shipping company for your car. You can search them on the net or check out in phone directories. You can visit company sites to get information about services and policies of each carrier. If you are still confused you can consult your friends who have experience with carriers, forwarders or brokers.

There are various car shipping companies that provide different kinds of services. You can choose a service based on your needs, budget and time preference.

If you’re planning to use cheap service for your car then go in for open carrier. In open carrier your car will be carried along with other vehicles. In addition, one disadvantage is your vehicle will be exposed to outer elements like sun, heat, snow etc which may damage your vehicle. On the other hand, if you choose enclosed carriers it may be a bit expensive compared to open carrier. One advantage is your car will be protected from outer elements.

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If you’re on a tight budget, choose terminal to terminal service as it is considered the best option. This service is cheap because vehicles are shipped in high volumes. You have to just drop off your car to their terminal and from there they will pick up your vehicle. They will drop your vehicle to the terminal near to your desire destination which will remain until you don’t pick it up yourself.

As you are given a choice, you can pick a vehicle transport service that can meet your requirements. It would be better if you pick up an auto carrier that provides insurance facility because if any damage happens to your vehicle while in transit you can claim from them.