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2010 Acura TL SH-AWD with Six-Speed Manual
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The film Roxanne, written by Steve Martin and released in 1987, is a modern version of the classic play Cyrano de Bergerac which was penned exactly 90 years prior. A random fact, the original version is actually responsible for the modern usage of the word “panache”. In the more modern version, double-edged-sword Martin portrays the main character…
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VAM Lerma reveals the Concord's Mexican Spirit
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[singlepic id=1807 w=512 h=299 float=center] VAM (Vehículos Automotores Mexicanos) was sort of a “Mexican Motors Corp” version of AMC. Originally Willys Mexicana, the south-of-the-border Jeep distributor, VAM went on to manufacture their own Ramblers and AMC models in Lerma, Mexico under license. Most VAM cars were nearly identical to their U.S. versions, with the exception of…
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Last Call- Florida DMV Apathy Edition
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There’s a reason more people retire to Florida each year, and it ain’t for the orange juice. Image source: [reddit.com]
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The Chrysler Turbine Car and the American Spirit
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We didn’t invent the automobile. Hell, we didn’t invent the turbine either. But in the glory days of American engineering, when we conquered the moon and blew up entire tropical atolls, one country had the tenacity to loan 50 pre-production Chrysler Turbine Cars to the general public – the first turbine cars allowed into private…
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Showdown: Land of the Rising Maple Leaf Edition
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It’s been a while since our last Showdown, where the bruiser Lincoln Capri crushed a Ginetta G4 under its ‘Merican heel. This week, we’re not crossing an ocean, just the 49th Parallel. Hearing the (old) news (for the first time via Autoblog) that those dirty Quebecois are looking to restrict importation of RHD imports reminded…
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Hooniverse Asks- What's The Most Patriotic American Car?
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Painting an American Flag on your car doesn’t make it patriotic, and neither does a Buy Union bumper sticker. Without getting into the discussion of whether a car from a Foreign make, built in this country, is an American or not, there is the question of which particular car is the most representative of our…
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And Now For A Little Surrealism, Two-Wheel Tuesdays Style
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[vimeo]http://vimeo.com/8496873[/vimeo] Yeah, we don’t know either. But really, who doesn’t love a puppet on a motorcycle?
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A Custom Tatra 603 Makes Our Eyes Water…. Is it Hooniversalustworthy or Not?
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We received this outrageous little morsel from DamnElantra (Thanks Man!) of a Custom Tatra 603, that was turned into a Coupe, with an 80’s monochromatic paint scheme applied, a rear tail spoiler, doing its best interpretation of a Czech Drug Lord’s vehicle of choice. What the hell is going on here? Read more after the…
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1965 Galaxie 500 in Mint Condition — or "Mint Condition"
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We spotted this lovely Galaxie 500 for sale recently, and it’s a perfect case of an unmotivated seller. From the description, to the price, to the simple fact that reality doesn’t quite seem to tie in with the seller’s description, one can safely assume you’re not going to get a great deal on this car.
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Motorcycles Not Dangerous Enough For You? Try This!
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This is billed as an alternative for those who want to be able to ride their dirt-bikes all year round. I, for one, see some potential problems.
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Doodlebug! Squash It, It's A Doodlebug!
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Well my fellow Hoons, while we were treated to the Harbinger of the Apocalypse earlier this week, I wanted to share with you something this olelongrooffan spotted at the Rods On The Hill 2010 last weekend. Now, I’m sure there are some of you out there who might believe you know what the vehicle in…
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Last Call- Slow Children Edition
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Now that’s a road sign to which I’d likely pay attention. Image source: [Timesonline.uk]
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Question of the Weekend: Independence Day, So Which Independent Car Brand Do You Wish Survived?
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The Independent Automaker is almost history, except for a very few cottage industry brands that seem to barely hold on year after year. Read more after the jump!
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Happy 4th of July
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Here is a post of random photos from around the web for you to stare at…
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Speaking of Peter Max: The Dale Earnhardt All Star 2000 Monte Carlo Racecar
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One of the oddest parings in NASCAR History was the May 2000 All Star Paint Scheme by the 1960’s artist Peter Max for one of the toughest drivers in NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt. I was made aware of this car by a good friend of Hooniverse, smokyburnout. Go here for the history of the car. Source:…
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Chevy Enthusiast via Hooniverse: Chevy Power at the Sears Pointless 24 Hours of LeMons.
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This is a story that ran in the September issue of Chevrolet Enthusiast that went live this weekend. So in keeping with Team Trailing Throttle and its bit for a second round of LeMons Glory, let’s take a look at the other Chevrolets that competed in the warm California Sun at Infineon Raceway for the…