a 230lb passenger would have been 1 - 1.5 car lengths imo. also having the optional wheels might have been .5 a car length.
GT v/s M3 w/ VFE supercharger
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a 230lb passenger would have been 1 - 1.5 car lengths imo. also having the optional wheels might have been .5 a car length.
I love how most people on the M3 forum just think the car is untouchable. I especially love the quotes "it's still a ford"
BlackICE
GT Owner
Untouchable - More like unreliable.
It's still a Ford - What's wrong with that? I think most people would prefer a Ford GT over any current BMW.
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The M3 is a great car but come on, it's no Ford GT. I don't care if they strap on a 13,000lbs solid state rocket... it's just an M3.
I know what you mean. If my car got beat by a Saleen S7, I would say "Awesome race, thanks for letting me have a go." If I won, I'd be ecstatic but still be able to accept that the S7 is a superior car.
Now I'm a ricer because I blew past him after the race was over. I didn't know it was over but his engine blew so it kinda was over. I'm not gona say anything about the motor tho. He should explain that if he wants to.
as they say: C'est la Vie!
SteveA
GT Owner/B.O.D
That race would have gotten a bunch uglier around 140 to 150+.
When people say "it's still a Ford" I always reply "yeah how bad is that, you just got smoked by a Ford". Followed by some :lol:lol:rofl:lol:lol.
BlackICE
GT Owner
By using a open public road, potential uglier for both parties! The limitations at 140+ have more to do the the balls, or stupidity, or both, of the person behind the wheel than the car abilities.
Have fun, but be safe.
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Just viewed the video. This forum does not support street racing, or violating the laws of man or nature. Goes without saying now that this thread is on the internet it is carved in stone.
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Just viewed the video. This forum does not support street racing, or violating the laws of man or nature. Goes without saying now that this thread is on the internet it is carved in stone.
Daniel
SteveA
GT Owner/B.O.D
Oh agreed, I was just stating a fact that the BMW would have gotten tired and run out of legs as the speed got higher. I would be interested in what the air/drag numbers are on a 3 series.
SteveA
GT Owner/B.O.D
I've just seen your Bony for president video....... very catchy.... but sorry buddy your just way to liberal for me.:wink
Bony for President... can we do something about these speed "limits." As a side note, any racing on what may appear to be a public street was done in Mexico. It is just a small jaunt for us boys in the Lone Star State.
You'd be supprised how well that M3 did at speed.
You'd be supprised how well that M3 did at speed.
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BlackICE
GT Owner
It seems that the cameras were not repoed with with cars.
That M3 was awesome. If it would make a good daily driver if it would last 50K+ miles before rebuilds. I would be temped to get one for the wife if CA legal. Then I could borrow it! How stable is the M3 at 170+?
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shelbyelite
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Mark, tell the guy that was driving that GT, Great runs! Car is looking good. Now, we need to see how it compares to a TT Tungsten GT. I hear there is gonna be one in Vegas around September 10th - 13th :wink
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Mexico is quickly becoming quite the in cruise for FGT's:banana:bs:banana
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Well since we are discussing the BMW, and many of you here know how I feel, and of course this is my personal opinion, I will go on the record and say that todays BMW is the worst value car to ever come out of Bavaria. $hit for quality, overated fit & finish, pigs for weight, snobby service, idoit drivers that think they own the road, stuck up sales guys (not so stuck up now with this economy) and an ego to go with. Boy I hope I did not pi$$ off anyone:wink If I did drinks are on me.
Here in CA, and the US for what its worth, Joe public have drunk more BMW cool-aid than my old dog drank out of the toilet bowl in her lifetime. The company came out with a slogan years ago and still used today - The ultimate Driving Machine - what a load of $hit. If I won a current BMW in a drawing somewhere, I swear to you I would sell it and buy anything else but a BMW. And yes I have driven my buddies M cars, 7 series and so on and so forth, :thumbsdow:thumbsdow I say. My wife likes the M6 so I have to like that one out of the bunch.
Don't get me wrong though, I used to love and still love some of the exclusive older BMWs - that's when they built a purpose car. These include the 2002 TII, 3.0cs, 3.0csi, 2800cs, M1 and of course my all time favorite; the Z8. And lets not forget the awesome bikes they make as well.
Okay now let the flaming begin.
Here in CA, and the US for what its worth, Joe public have drunk more BMW cool-aid than my old dog drank out of the toilet bowl in her lifetime. The company came out with a slogan years ago and still used today - The ultimate Driving Machine - what a load of $hit. If I won a current BMW in a drawing somewhere, I swear to you I would sell it and buy anything else but a BMW. And yes I have driven my buddies M cars, 7 series and so on and so forth, :thumbsdow:thumbsdow I say. My wife likes the M6 so I have to like that one out of the bunch.
Don't get me wrong though, I used to love and still love some of the exclusive older BMWs - that's when they built a purpose car. These include the 2002 TII, 3.0cs, 3.0csi, 2800cs, M1 and of course my all time favorite; the Z8. And lets not forget the awesome bikes they make as well.
Okay now let the flaming begin.
Hey guys, I've been following this thread for a while and thought I would drop in and say hello. I'm the owner of the M3 in the vid that beat the Ford GT and then blew up, ooops. It turns out that the shop that replaced my clutch miswired my auxiliary fuel pump, causing the engine to run lean and melted one of my pistons. Two months later I finally have my car back, with a new block and built motor - I'm looking forward to seeing how my car does vs the GT when it actually doesn't blow the motor. I'm sure we'll have some new vids soon. :thumbsup
Even tho my car's faster, I really love the Ford GT and it's definitely in a class by itself. If I needed help snatching tail I'd definitely consider going the more show than go route. :biggrin
Even tho my car's faster, I really love the Ford GT and it's definitely in a class by itself. If I needed help snatching tail I'd definitely consider going the more show than go route. :biggrin
Awwwww, no he dident :eek
Would you like a little crow with that humility? (you know I'm just funnin ya)
Then he caught me on the camera with this http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXEp1azEEUQ
Second race with the build motor... done. Video coming soon.
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Cobrar
GT Owner
B O N Y
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Sorry! Secretary of Sauvignon has been filled by Indy Gt who has now discovered Harlan 2002 which will be the new pour at Maison Blanche. We are. Seeking a Secretary of Brotlhels to insure that the bed tax is collected and quality standards are maintained at a high level. 
Cobrar
GT Owner
I think I can get my hands around the economics, please advise on the specifics of benefits package. :lol