Guest Coverage: Goodwood Festival Of Speed Part 1

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Jul 24, 2013

Every year at England’s Goodwood Estate there are two awesome automotive events; The Goodwood Revival and The Goodwood Festival of Speed. If I were located on that side of the pond I would surely attend both no questions asked but sadly I’m on this side of the pond and currently it’s not in the cards to attend either event any time soon.

However long time reader and England native Matt Blackhurst had the opportunity to attend this years Festival of speed and was nice enough to send through some coverage so enjoy today’s post from his perspective.

Hi All, My name’s Matt Blackhurst and I’m an amateur Photographer & blogger from England. This weekend I was lucky enough to spend the weekend at the prestigious Goodwood Festival of Speed, where over 100 car manufactures come to showcase their newest & greatest cars and concepts, their historic cars & their most unique cars.

When we got there, the car park alone offered some beautiful sights, and I managed to see a few cars I’d never seen in the flesh before!

goodwood_13 — There was this Beautiful Lancia Stratos in bright yellow

goodwood_12 — A lovely blue ISF, with 2 a Ferrari 550 Maranello & 450 Italia there [Very common here!]

goodwood_11 — Mustangs are very rare over here in England due to emissions, so seeing a Saleen was a very rare sight indeed!

goodwood_17 — A super-rare F355 Challenge, covered in dust but a gorgeous looking car!

goodwood_16 — An equally dusty SLR looking like it wanted to eat the Porsches around it!

goodwood_15 — A glance at a few of the cars in the car park, with this gorgeous MP4-12C in Volcanic Orange.

When we finally got in to the festival, we were faced with a huge temporary building, the Moving Motor Show. Car manufactures had the chance to showcase their newest cars on the hillclimb, and gave us a chance to look around and inside some brand new cars.

goodwood_9 — There was the fully electric SLS on show at the AMG stand

goodwood_6 — Infiniti don’t really sell cars to the UK, so to see this was amazing. Anyone know what it’s called?

goodwood_5 — A Seat Ibiza Trophy, very cool car and pretty cheap too, and they’d styled it perfectly.

goodwood_4 — TRD had their own stand, with a 2000GT and GT86 Convertible on show…

goodwood_3 — …as well as a lot of GT86’s with different kits on.

goodwood_8 — A race prepped GT-86 which had an insane cage and was lapping about 8 seconds quicker than a standard one, both with standard engines!

goodwood_2 — Cars like the Twin Turbo Chrome R8 drew a big crowd, and apparently was making near 750HP

The 911 is 50 this year, so to celebrate Porsche had… a few 911s to show the evolution

goodwood_1 — BlackRock Drivers Club with a few Lamborguinis outside. From L>R Aventador, Reventon, Murcielago, Diablo, Countash & A Muria.

goodwood_14 — To close off the first day, 3 911’s suspended upside down around 150FT in the air care of artist Gerry Judah

Theme Tuesdays: Midwest Camp N Drag 2013 Favourites

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Jul 23, 2013

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It’s been a little while since I’ve lived vicariously through the lens of someone else for a Theme Tuesday but once Camp N Drag photos started showing up in my news feed over the weekend this week’s fate was set.

It took a bit but after some searching I managed to find a great variety of photos from Lisa Bryant, 4130 Photography, Upstate DVD and CM Photography.

camp_n_drag_12_lisa_bryant — I think if I saw this on the highway I’d actually crash trying to get a photo

camp_n_drag_11_lisa_bryant — Bronco II’s look so damn small dumped to the ground

cnd_22 — Look at how much wheel this Ranger is tucking!

cnd_18 — Different wheel choice for a mini, I don’t mind it

cnd_20 — Not sure what this is (old Mazda maybe?) but it’s plenty low

cnd_23 — Seen a few photos of this Dakota here and there before, looks pretty damn rad

camp_n_drag_1 — Don’t often see people bagging Sy’s…

camp_n_drag_2 — I blame Gary and Kristina equally for my new found love of Rangers

camp_n_drag_3 — This is a great shot of a great looking truck

camp_n_drag_13 — The Lake Waveland property lends itself to great photos

camp_n_drag_6 — I don’t often like 59 El Caminos but when I do they are slammed

camp_n_drag_7 — Love the wheel choice on this with the factory trim work

camp_n_drag_8_c10 — Evidently this is going under a C10, if anyone has a build thread I would love to see it

camp_n_drag_15 — The truck in the foreground is sick and the one in the background looks mighty familiar…

camp_n_drag_9 — …that’s because it’s Chris Grantham’s project Dool-Eh that was first posted in the 2013 Vanfest Guest Coverage

camp_n_drag_14 — I can’t imagine a single way this truck could be any better

camp_n_drag_5 — Putting the drag in camp and crag

camp_n_drag_18 — I guess this about sums things up

If I ever get over my general loathing for camping maybe I will put CND on the calendar for next year.

Photo Credit: Lisa Bryant, 4130 Photography and CM Photography

French Connection

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Jul 22, 2013

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Visiting Montreal for Eurokracy 2013 opened up several opportunities to share a meal, drink, or both, with people I had previously only had the pleasure of interacting with on-line and today’s feature comes by way of one of those chance encounters.

Gabe, and Kevin, –who I met over dinner after Eurokracy– are part of the production team at French Canadian VDO; a Quebec based media outlet that has been making an impact on the minitrucking world for the past few years.

After our initial meeting Gabe and I realized that our brands were not all that different and a collaboration was in order so we began to think of who and what. Eventually we realized that there was no better place to start than with this beautiful TL owned by Quebec resident Alex.

Being on the larger side of the Acura catalogue Alex knew that the most fitting style of wheel for this car would be composed of equal parts dish and face so with that vision in mind so he snatched up a set of 18×10 Work Eurolines.

Wrapped in 225/35/18 Yokohama S-drive tires these +2, +16, wheels leave just enough space for the suspension to articulate without peeling paint off the carefully rolled fenders.

Though their roads are abysmal many hailing from Quebec are proud to roll static and Alex is among their ranks. He drives it like he parks it thanks to 12k and 10k Eibach springs paired with Function and Form Type 2.5 coilovers.

While these stiff rates do little to combat the terrible crowning Montreal roads are notorious for they do keep his tires free from contact with his fenders.

Body wise Alex kept things low key by applying a few touches from the higher trimmed Type-S (side markers and rear bumper) before adding an a-spec front lip, and a-spec side skirts. Rounding out the exterior mods is a colour matched front grill and back glass spoiler.

Under the hood an Injen cold air intake allows the car to breath a little better while a Type-S muffler and 3rd cat, resonator, and pre-muffler delete, help the 3.2L v6 to sound a little less restrained.

A head turner anywhere it goes Alex’s TL continues the trend set by Phil, and followed up by Moneesh, of clean well executed cars hailing from Quebec appearing here on Stance Is Everything.

Check out the exclusive video feature below of Alex’s car provided by FCVDO.

Photo Credit: French Canadian VDO

WTF Friday: 10 Crazy 60s and 70s Show Rods

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Jul 19, 2013

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Today’s WTF Friday was originally going to be a Theme Tuesday but after some consideration I thought it might be a little too “far out” for some.

Despite the fact that many of them are some of the most ridiculous looking things on four wheels I’ve always loved show rods from the sixties and seventies. No matter how over the top they still manage to stay (somewhat) grounded in era correct modifications by way of wheel selection, motor, loud pipes/headers, and of course raked stance.

theme_rod_horse_carriage — This is probably the most recent of all the builds posted today. It appeared online a few months ago and I’ve not found much info on it since

theme_rod_the_hustler — The Hustler, named such for obvious reasons

theme_rod_bathtub_buggy — This Bathtub buggy was built (by George Barris) for a Japanese fair in 1970. You can read more about it here

theme_rod_pizza_wagon — The Pizza Wagon actually appeared at the Grand National Roadster show this year, from I’ve read it was built by Dan Woods. Can’t find much info on the power plant(s)

theme_rod_elegant_farmer — and to think Jalopnik is making a big deal over a silly Honda Lawnmower when this was built years ago! (/sarcasm)

theme_rod_kopter — Not a hell of a lot of info on this but it looks like there’s a Dick Tracy Logo on it, movie creation? I’ve never actually seen Dick Tracy…

theme_rod_mummy_machine — One of several of today’s cars to make it into AMT model status. This is the “The Mummy Machine”

theme_rod_red_baron — The Red Baron was designed for Monogram Models by Tom Daniels in ’68 it was then built into this 1:1 with a Mercedes Aircraft engine. Nothing I’ve read suggests it actually moved under it’s own power however

theme_rod_boothill_express — The “Boot Hill Express” was built by the late Ray Fahrner in 1967 and is based on an actual horse drawn funeral coach. It was up for auction awhile back and The H.A.M.B. put some effort into locating it recently.

A version for the strip was made that apparently didn't handle very well... — A replica was made for the strip. Sounds like it only made a few passes as it handled terrible.

theme_rod_stage_fright — I posted the Stage Fright on the fan page awhile back and it was well liked for two fairly obvious reasons. It’s a 1849 stage coach that took seven years to complete

Are show rods a lost art of something that should be forever forgotten? Personally I’ll go with the former.

A great deal of these photos came from Cosmo Lutz on flickr who has a ton of cool vintage stuff on his account should you find yourself with a few spare minutes.

Site Updates

My wife and I have been working to bring some new product to the store so be on the look out for three new shirts (pre order) and one new sticker in the near future.

I recently got a few Ride Low Park Lower shirts made up as well that will be only available through contests so be sure to follow the fanpage and instagram for various contests to win some shirts.

Finally the store will also be restocked within the next week thanks to Rockstar Graphics.

Flashback Friday

Just got word that Luxury Abstract will have a booth at Importfest 2013. Not a whole lot of LA wheels have made their way to Canada so I am really looking forward to seeing what they have to offer in person.

With that in mind here is a throw back to an interview I did with founder Agim Jones in 2011.

Event Coverage: Euronited 2013

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Jul 18, 2013

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Situated down the street from my house attending Euronited for another year as pretty well a no-brainer, especially when I woke up Sunday morning and the sun was shining.

Blessed with great weather two years in a row Euronited 2013 had a respectable turnout of well built European cars.

Like last year Burrito Boyz was on hand to provide food and show goers could enjoy the sounds of a live DJ. If at any time you had your fill of the show, or needed a patio to retreat from the heat, ‘down town’ Port Credit was a stone’s throw away.

From a spectator point of view I had no complaints, but I did hear at least one competitor (very loudly) voice some concerns about judging. Not exactly sure what happened but I will say judging a show isn’t easy by any stretch, and this show is still comparatively young so I am sure they will get those issues sorted out.

Anyway enough talk onto the coverage.

Indoors

I actually started my coverage inside the arena so that when I left outside would feel cooler. It’s almost alarming how hot arenas are with the climate control off, however heat aside there were some nice cars parked in the arena.

euronited_2013_indoor_lineup — Quick line up shot of a few of the cars inside

euronited_2013__droptec — Droptec venturing into the Eurogame

euronited_2013_droptec_2 — Droptec is having a show this Sunday, more info at droptec.ca

euronited_2013_aimco_pizza — I wonder if this ’70 Fiat 500 actually goes out on delivery?

euronited_2013_vw_mark_1_motor — Spotless MK1

euronited_2013_vw_mk6_golf_bagged — Jahz loving life on air

euronited_2013_vw_fifteen_52_tarmacs — Mk5 Golf on Tarmacs in the corner of the arena

euronited_mina_1 — The hatch of Mina’s Previously featured golf with a Minion guarding things

euronited_2013_vw_mina_wheel — Mina’s fender to rim fitment

Outside

I took the tops of my feet sweating (in sandals) as a sign to head outside and check out the rest of the show where things were slightly less warm.

euronited_mina_2 — Once judging was over Mina –like many– found his way outside

euronited_mk4_golf_jujhar — Jujhars impeccably clean Golf

euronited_2013_alpina — Spotted this Alpina lurking a little farther away than most of the other cars. I planned to walk over and take a closer look but automotive ADD struck once more.

euronited_2013_arnos — Arnos Auto Airlift Equipped Golf

euronited_2013_w_mark_3_front — Flawless.

euronited_2013_ermahgerd — Never seen this particular MK2 before, hopefully I see it again though for a closer look

euronited_2013_r32s — The wheels on this r32 are ridiculously bright

euronited_2013_mercedes_benz_vossen — This car was beautiful

euronited_2013_mk4_jetta — Justin is on new wheels since last years event

euronited_2013_audi_a4_1 — Shayan’s car which is currently (mostly) cooperating with him these days

euronited_2013_bmw_audi_tt_lou — @loopy_lu and his ‘Man Beetle’

euronited_2013_bmw_e46 — I believe this e46 took home a best fitment award

euronited_2013_bmw_z4 — This car didn’t stick around too long but I managed to catch it rolling on by

euronited_2013_e39 — Funny I got groceries with my bagged car right after this event

euronited_2013_importfest_booth_1 — Basit and Blair reppin’ Importfest,Vossen, and Taylor’d Customs

euronited_2013_importfest_booth_2 — Basit’s 6 looks great on air

euronited_2013_tdi_ryan — Ryan’s car looking clean as ever

euronited_2013_vw_beetle_side_2 — Luke’s Beetle gets more photogenic every time I see it…

euronited_2013_vw_beetle_rear — …the accessories are always so fitting…

euronited_2013_vw_beetle_side — …and the new beige finish on the wheels is perfect

euronited_2013_vw_beetle_front — Luke’s Beetle wasn’t the only one there, this one was also pretty damn nice

euronited_2013_vw_harlequin_1 — Harlequin 157 of 200

euronited_2013_vw_harlequin_2 — Bagged, VR6 swapped, and period correct wheels, doesn’t get much better

euronited_2013_bmw_e30_carm — Carm’s e30

euronited_2013_bmw_e30_fronts — JLines were an awesome choice

euronited_e30m3 — E30 m3 on a beautiful set of HRE wheels

euronited_jetta_hres — This Jetta was also rocking a set of nice HRE wheels

euronited_2013_winners — The best of show line-up

euronited_2013_winners_2 — One from the other side

Congrats to all of the winners, see you at Euronited 2014.

Theme Tuesdays: Trucks Being Awesome In Car Like Settings

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Jul 16, 2013

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Some people seem to think that trucks are only really good for hauling around couches, track cars, dirt bikes, debris, and people.

These same people often also believe that trucks should stay stock, never compete in anything on road, and should never be pretty as that “defeats the purpose of a truck”.

That’s boring, trucks are awesome and in the right hands are quite capable of doing a myriad of things outside of the general lugging stuff around and frolicking in the dirt.

Today’s Theme Tuesday is a salute to just a small sampling of the awesome trucks that exist on autocross tracks and drift courses around the world.

Start things off with a local hero pitching his truck sideways

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_1 — I have posted Chris Smith’s c-10 a few times now and I will most likely continue to do so

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_4 — It would appear I need to research what the “No Limit” on the door of this truck and the one above it are in reference to

Butch recently let me know that sadly this truck is no more, shame. (Going on 4th or 5th post of this exact image).

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_2 — A post on the forum I picked this up it said this truck was “quicker than you’d expect”

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_10 — Oddly enough I’ve only ever seen pictures of this truck on an autocross course

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_15 — I need to go to a Good Guys event..

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_11 — More encouragement to make that happen

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_12 — A little body roll never hurt anyone

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_13 — This looks to be a quite awesome Jeep Comanche

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_14 — If ever a photo needs to be found and posted as big as possible it is this

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_5 — Semi Trucks can get in on the fun too

truck_non_truck_20 — Too much want for Sy/Ty’s

truck_non_truck_21 — I love to see unique things drifting and this is pretty damn unique

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_8 — Mazdawg getting sideways

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_9 — I feel as though I’ve also posted this truck several a time…

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_6_mike_swartz_dodge_d50 — More sideways turbo truck

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_7 — I know it’s not really a truck but I couldn’t resist posting this one

Every time I went to DMCC Mosport I hoped this truck would make it but he never did. Looks like I'll have to travel to Quebec to see it — Every time I went to DMCC Mosport I hoped this truck would make it but he never did. Looks like I’ll have to travel to Quebec to see it

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_18 — Nigel from engineered to slide has basically reached god status with this drift ute

truck_doing_non_truck_stuff_19 — That ride height.

Blue In The Face

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Jul 15, 2013

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While migrating rss feeds from the recently deceased Google Reader over to The Old Reader I skimmed through few blogs I had not checked up on in awhile and located in the Motoriginal coverage of the Verses Classic Car Showdown was this impressively low Subaru BR-Z.

While I could do without the blast pipe the car does look pretty good and the Weds Bazreias which (again in my opinion of ) are far superior to the 911 wheels the car wore previously.

Not bad at all really, but I am still more accustom to the FR-S bumper these days…

Photo Credit: Motoriginal

…And The Winner Is

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Jul 11, 2013

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The Car Crazy Canada’s Best Contest has wrapped up for another year and Meguiar’s Canada is proud to announce Joey Dube of Baylon Ontario as the 2013 winner.

Joey and his wife own the surprisingly stealthy bright yellow 1970 Ford Torino that managed to creep it’s way into the number one spot under the noses of everyone who participated in the round table discussion.

Looking factory stock at first glance, Joey’s Torino is a wolf in sheep’s clothing that was entered into the contest at Salon Auto-Sport in Quebec City.

Originally leaving the factory a 1970 351c 4bbl, the car has been sand blasted, repaired, and restored to rust free condition and now sports a healthy 473 under the hood.

Backing the motor is a manual Lentek AOD Street Terminator with a 3800 Converter mated to a spooled rear end and giving the car a little extra help is a Mr Bigshot nitrous kit.

Pre nitrous the car ran 11.5 in the quarter mile while still managing to look good enough to take home Outstanding Paint, and Best in Class trophies at shows like the Salon Auto-Sport.

While it managed to fly under the radar of many there isn’t much arguing that there is a lot more to this car than what you see at first glance. Congrats Joey!

Photo Credit:
Jermey Alan Glover

Eurokracy’s Finest 2013

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Jul 10, 2013

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The car that undoubtedly stole the show at Eurokracy 2013 was this teal, right hand drive, MK1 Rabbit.

Built by Quebec City based Unix Performance this no holds barred, no expense sparred, beauty was hidden behind a wall of slack jawed on lookers almost the entire show and personally I stopped by the car on three different occasions in a vain attempt to take in all of the details.

The body was laser straight, the trunk was a work of art, and the engine bay was absolutely spotless. Builds of this calibre are truly ones to admire.

Hats off to they guys at Unix Performance, truly an outstanding build.

Theme Tuesdays: 2JZ In Everything

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Jul 9, 2013

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Going to even out the LSX in everything Theme Tuesday with a Toyota 2jz Theme Tuesday. Versatility wise it could be argued that the 2jz is on par with Chevrolet’s legendary V8.

Originally finding a home in the Toyota Aristo the 2JZ GTE soon became Toyota’s power plant of choice for the Supra before eventually finding it’s way under the hood of all sorts of different enthusiast owned vehicles world wide.

Know for being able to put down tons of power it’s no surprise that those who don’t want to go (or stay) American turn to all variations of this powerful in-line six.