The cars and bikes thread!

[Samanator]

I think they copyrighted the name Elenor to describe the design and look of the car. At least that is the way the article reads to me. You can do that since it is just like a brand name.

[geoffbot]

New can - much better

It's erm... Loud. Sorry neighbours. Titanium already blueing nicely. I wanted to heat cycle it so I ragged the tats off it

[93EXCivic]

This is ridiculous

Someone ('B is for Build') on YouTube was sued for building an Eleanor lookalike due to copyright...

Wtf. So now you're not allowed to make a car that looks like that.

https://youtu.be/raQ5OtZ4eNQ

I think it has to do with using the Eleanor lookalike to make money.

Either way it is way uglier then just leaving a Mustang alone.

[93EXCivic]

That's cool!

Although, I have to admit I've never seen the original Gone in 60 Seconds.

It is great in a 70s crappy movie way. I like it way more then the remake.

[geoffbot]

I am totally crushed. I just test drove my unicorn and it was utterly shite

BMW 435i it is then - 10k cheaper too.

[Raza]

What didn’t you like about it?

[geoffbot]

The notchy gear change, it was too quiet, not much faster than my 328i, wallowy, loads of steering play. And I couldn't see how lovely it was from inside. Might buy one and put it in my lounge.

[Samanator]

The notchy gear change, it was too quiet, not much faster than my 328i, wallowy, loads of steering play. And I couldn't see how lovely it was from inside. Might buy one and put it in my lounge.

The Tremac 6sp manual is actually a very good transmission. It's used in several very good GT and sports cars including all the versions of C7 Corvettes that had manual options. I've driven a 2019 Shelby GT350 Mustang and it was fantastic which only comes with the 6sp manual. I do not get the notchy comment verses most BMW manual I've driven which have never been that good. As far as the performance this may explain it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y25ordkIfgM

Based on the three Mustang GT in my neighborhood I also don't get the quiet comment either. Though put it next to a GT 350 or 500 and it will seem quiet. As far as the handling you need to check performance pack 2 box which includes magna Ride shocks and Brembo brakes. Performance Pack 1 will probably address your complaints at a lot less money.

Try and find an older one about the gearing. I do not know what options are available in the UK.

[geoffbot]

I can only go by my experience! Maybe this h gate had sand in it.

[Raza]

The notchy gear change, it was too quiet, not much faster than my 328i, wallowy, loads of steering play. And I couldn't see how lovely it was from inside. Might buy one and put it in my lounge.

Not much faster than your 328i? This runs an M4 close for 0-60 and 1/4 mile, mate.

As for feeling wallowy, that may be true. Which trim is it? These things really need the Performance Pack 2. Remember, they sell a Mustang for everyone, so base models are often more comfortable and need some options packages to get the most out of it.