In what has been tagged as the most expensive car ever to come out of, the Lexus LFA Supercar took the Tokyo Motor Show by storm and dwarfing other car manufacturers on hand. The Lexus LFA is a limited edition supercar that will retail for a whopping $375,000. It features a lightweight carbon-fiber reinforced polymer body as well as suspensions made of lightweight-aluminum alloy. It also has carbon-ceramic breaks which all comprise its even allocated weight distribution of 48:52.

Other highlights of the Lexus LFA include a 4.8 liter V-10 engine paired with a 6-speed transmission which be sufficient for its boasted top speed of 202 MPH. Production for the limited edition Lexus LFA supercar will start December 10, 2010. Orders are now being taken at the Lexus LFA website.

(Source) New York Times

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Here is something interesting that is perhaps aimed for VIPs and the people who love to live dangerously. International Armoring Corporation has announced that they have designed a bulletproof version of the 2010 BMW 750i that should be appealing to the ones holding government or are in need of heightened security.

With these new armored BMWs, potential attacks against powerful handguns and high-powered rifles can bolster the security measures needed by personalities such as celebrities or politicians. IAC has been known to produce lightweight armor (ARMORMAX) which should address issues concerning suspensions and car performance as far as the BMW 750i is concerned.

Aside from the standard armor for the vehicle body, people who avail of this bulletproof package will also include fuel tank, battery and ECM protection as well as run-flat tire bands. Standard Base Armoring packages are priced at US$52,500.00 for the B4 level of protection and US$82,350.00 for the B6 level.

(Source) Press

Tags: Armor, BMW, bmw 750i, bmws, car performance, celebrities, flat tire, fuel tank, handguns, high powered rifles, international armoring corporation, personalities, politicians, suspensions, tank battery, vips

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Most new cars being unveiled in the market today are bragging one feature after another. Some are claiming all-power features, suspensions and engines. The 2009 Mazda RX-8 R3 for its part is banking on a unique engine concept where the usual engine pistons run spirally rather than the traditional up and down pump.

Instead of pistons that go up and down, a rotary engine has — in the case of the RX-8, anyway — three triangular rotors that spin around inside a cylinder. In a regular engine, when the spark plug ignites gas and fuel, it sends the piston down. In a rotary, it sends the rotors spinning.

And that is not all. Check out this features that come with the 2009 Mazda RX-8 R3 sports package:

• Firmer suspension
• Rear spoiler
• Body side cladding
• New front bumper
• 19-inch aluminum wheels with high-performance tires
• Bose audio system
• Bluetooth cell-phone connectivity
• Recaro-brand front bucket seats
• Keyless ignition

Now how is that for a good deal!

(Source) Orlando Sentinel

Tags: front bumper, high performance tires, keyless ignition, Mazda, mazda rx 8, rear spoiler, rotary engine, rotors, spark plug, suspensions

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These days, not all people have the cash to buy a new car for their private transportation needs. Rather than buy a brand new vehicle, one can always turn to the classified ads and check out cars being offered for sale at manageable prices.

Here are some tips when checking out a potential second hand car for purchase:

1. Check the chassis. Have it lifted and check for oil leaks or chassis cracks. If possible have it the chassis washed so you can see possible areas for repair, if any.
2. Have a mechanic check the engine. Evaluate the running condition of the engine. Get a reliable mechanic to assess the engine so you can be aware if overhauls or some mechanical parts replacements may be needed.
3. Tap on the car body. If you hear a sound that seems to be padded, chances are this car has been repainted due to accidents. See how many areas are like that to see how many times the car may have been retouched.
4. Check the interiors. See if anything inside like the car seats, door sidings or the dashboard may need repairs.
5. Test Drive the car. This is the best part in making a decision. Drive the car without any noise on bumpy terrains. Observe for weird sounds like clunking and how the car overall stability. From here you can see if the car has good suspensions which may be expensive if you need to have them repaired.

There is nothing wrong with buying a second hand car. Just be aware of defects and do an extensive check on it to see if it is indeed worth the money you will be shelling out.

Tags: buying a second hand car, buying a used car, car body, car buyers, car seats, chassis, Dashboard, mechanic, oil leaks, private transportation, second hand cars, suspensions, test drive

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