The Porsche 911 GT3 is one of the most gorgeous and powerful car from Porsche. It was introduced in 1999 as a high performance version of the first water-cooled version of the Porsche 911.

The 2010 GT3 sees a couple of significant upgrades over the previous GT3, but significantly does not get the direct injection technology found on nearly every other new Porsche model. The powerplant in the 911 GT3 does displace 3.8 liters, up .2 liters over the former GT3, and produces 435 bhp, a jump of 20 horses over the outgoing model.

The newly designed front air vents, ahead of the front hood, channel cooling air to the radiator and, in combination with the front lip spoiler, provide even more front end downforce. As is typical in motorsport, all of the cooling air inlets are protected by new air inlet grilles with a dark grey powder-coated finish.

Now included for the first time is the Porsche Stability Management, which can be completely disabled in the hands of a professional driver but will probably save many a driver with the chips for a 2009 911 GT3 without necessarily carrying the skills to take a rear-engined supercar to its limits.

Stability and traction control systems can also be disabled seperately, giving a discerning driver the ability to only employ the nannies he or she needs for a specific situation.

The low-slung front end, featuring a slew of minor changes to the lip spoiler and lower dams, will lift upon driver command by a full inch for use on bad roads or over bumps.

The lights on the new 911 GT3 have also been completely redesigned, with Bi-Xenon™ headlights fitted as standard. Indicators and LED daytime running lights are harmoniously integrated into the separate front light units over the outer air intakes.

At the rear, distinctive LED lights are drawn right into the fascia and taper outwards. Unmistakable – just like the new fixed bi-plane wing.

2010 Porsche 911 GT3 Specifications
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Drivetrain
Layout    Rear Engine, RWD
Transmission    6 Speed Conventional Manual
Differential    Active Limited Slip

Engine
Type:    Rear-Mounted Flat “Boxer” 6
Displacement    3.8 liters
Horsepower    435 bhp
Induction    Naturally Aspirated
Exterior
Body Type    2 Door, 2 Seat Sport Coupe
Performance
Acceleration 0-60 mph s:    4.0 seconds
0-100 mph    8.2 seconds
Top Speed    194 mph
Base Price: 2010 Porsche 911 GT3: $112,200

The very first thing that you must understand before venturing off car shopping, is that you must take some time to do your homework and educate yourself. And unlike not too many years ago, before so much information was readily available on the internet, today this task is really easy to do.

In this day and age a car is no longer a luxury, but a necessity with our fast paced life and growing families. You will likely have to purchase a new car more than once in your life, for you or for your beloved one so you might as well learn to do it in a way that will make buying the cars less painful.

#1 Budget: Before you do anything either research your current budget or create a new one. This is the basis of success or failure over the next 3-5 years based on the term of your new vehicle loan agreement. Know where you are and what you will be able to pay in the worst case scenario.

#2 Need: Consider the vehicle that you most need to complete your obligations to your family and yourself. Do this for the life of the loan that you will be repaying on the vehicle. Thousands of people purchase the WRONG
VEHICLE every day, and then trade early to fit their need and LOSE a LOT of MONEY. Think it through.

#3 Research:

* Determine your need
* Select vehicles that make sense for you
* Narrow the choices to three
* Compare: Fuel mileage; Safety attributes; Real cost to own in dollars
during the warranty period and after the warranty expires; Vehicle value at
the end of the loan in real dollars; Price to value-what are you getting in
vehicle value based on the dollars spent; compare standard equipment;
compare factory warranty.

#4 Credit information: Gather up your credit information from all 3 bureaus, know where you
stand, know what rates are available to you.

#5 Interest rates: Research current interest rates for the type of vehicle you are buying and
the term you will finance for.

#6 Financing: Arrange financing with a credit union, your bank, or even online with a
reputable lender, compare term and rates.

#7 Dealer reputation: Research the dealer reputation for sales and service. Use the BBB, friends,
and online information. Even if not a great reputation you may still do business there, just let them know up front what you expect, NO NONSENSE IN THE DEAL, GOOD SERVICE.

#8 USED or NEW: Consider USED vs. NEW. You may be able to accomplish your objective by
buying used and save thousands of dollars. However, consider all aspects of the deal and compare both the new and used to determine the total dollars upfront, and the end cost.

#9 Leasing: Consider a lease. Leasing is good business, but not for everyone. Do lease research and then compare a lease deal with a purchase, you might save hundreds, possibly thousands of dollars.

#10 ADD-ON Stuffs: After the deal, beware of the  “ADD-ON” stuff. Car care kits! Extended warranties. Options and option upgrades. Accessories; tires/wheels/moonroofs; music systems, and on and on and on. In thirty minutes with  a greedy F&I person (some are) you could spend several thousand dollars on stuff, pay too much interest, and increase your amount to repay by thousands of dollars. Know what you want and walk away if being “sold” beyond that.

In addition:
#11 If you are trading a vehicle do all the research on the VALUE so you know where you stand in true dollars based on the dealer’s dollar value. Trade dollars vary, but having a baseline allows you to be in the ballpark and gives you a reasonable snapshot of where you should be.

#12 Shop more than one dealer and compare the deals. Be sure and compare equipment, model, trade value, and price. Buy local if possible, there are mutual benefits for you, the dealer, and the community.

#13 Research the factory incentives across the board with the manufacturers, there may be a healthy amount from one to far better your deal.

Sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and vans may be large and may look powerful. However, some studies have shown that these vehicles that show off and boast of their muscles and great stance are much more likely to rollover than smaller cars. In fact, in the United Kingdom, there have been more than 900 people killed each year along with 12,000 pedestrians and cyclists. The number of those who are injured count to much more.

Now, there has been a new innovation for these mentioned vehicles that would surely save more lives and reduce the number of people and passengers injured. This new technology comes in the form of plastic fronts that are energy absorbing. Concept Mouldings, a leading automotive parts supplier which is based in the United Kingdom, has been the brains behind such an innovation.

One of Europe’s leading vehicle design, development, and certification centers, MIRA, tested the creation done by Concept Mouldings. And according to the results, the new energy absorbing plastic fronts really did reduce the risk of head injuries by over 99 per cent during worst case scenarios. This is very important for head injuries are often inflicted on those who crash or bump their heads in the fronts of the vehicles. In fact, children are the main recipients of such serious injuries which could also lead to their deaths. As per injuries to the abdomen, pelvis, and the upper leg, the energy absorbing plastic fronts also did reduce them greatly.

Ian Finney is the managing director of Concept Mouldings and he further explains that, indeed, such plastic fronts have been one of the most exciting innovations in their line of work. In fact, he also adds, ‘Our products can be fitted as an aftermarket product by owners of vehicles. We can start saving lives and serious injuries now rather than waiting for a long term legislative process.’

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Author: Joe Ratzkin

While talking about a real car, should talk about the BMW M3. Refinement is a word that best describes the 2008 BMW M3. Turn on the ignition and the engine is quiet, almost too quiet. Sure it delivers a lot more power than the previous version but it comes in a package that makes for a great daily driver. Push this car hard through a turn and you’ll feel safe knowing where the wheels are going. The car is a beast but unlike your average sports car, it’s a beast with manners. And should you get yourself in trouble, you can mash on the brakes and those massive rotors will get you out of it.

Instead of just raw power, the people at BMW decided to add precision, feedback and response. Approximately 80 percent of the parts in the new M3 are new. Highlights include a carbon fiber roof (a first for a production car), a suspension largely constructed of aluminum, and an aluminum hood/plastic front fenders.

The engine is a V-8 that weighs 33 pounds less than the previous generation’s straight six. It’s also a much higher revving engine. The experience is somewhat similar to the VTEC Honda sports coupe but with a lot more oomph.

The power-plant is constructed from aluminum silicon. In using this method, heavy steel liners can be discarded. The crankshaft weighs in at a feathery 44 pounds. Peak power comes once you hit the 8,000+ RPM range. The designers claim that a high revving engine makes for better control of the rear wheels.

Like its bigger sibling, the M3 can be tuned by the driver. The throttle sensitivity, shock rates, and stability control can be modified from the dashboard.

During a casual test, I found the normal mode to provide the best lap times. Control was neutral and easy to manage even during tight situations. The steering felt a bit disconnected at times. That’s due to a bit of electronic over engineering on the engineers part and the thick design of the steering wheel. There was also a tendency for a bit of understeer when the car was pushed to its limits on during private track time.

During extended testing, the brakes had a tendency to fade even when competition grade pads were installed. The manual transmission felt precise but the shift throws were a bit longer than I’d like.

In everyday use, the new M3 offers practicality. The M3 has great everyday road manners and the trunk space is plenty adequate. An energy recovery system is used to help power the electrics. The power comes from the energy released during braking.

This machine has evolved into something that’s approaching the performance of a 911 class car. It might look mild mannered but it delivers world class results. If you want a car that truly challenges your race driving skills, this is not the car for you. This is the kind of car that gives controlled feedback to the driver and even makes less skilled drivers look good.

But if I had to split hairs, this car doesn’t have the overall refinement of a true 911. The performance numbers are great but the overall driver feedback can feel a bit dead at times. People used to driving a Honda Accord will love this. More experienced drivers will expect a more tactile experience.

The Lamborghini Gallardo, built by the Italian car making company Lamborghini, is a dream car for the young generation. Gallardo is the most produced model till today from Lamborghini, which was designed as a competitor to the Ferrari 360, and now competes with its replacement, the Ferrari F430.

The 2009 model from Gallardo is called LP560-4, where “560” part of the name represents its horsepower, and the “4” designation indicates all-wheel-drive.
The engine not only gains power and displacement, it also features a new “Iniezione Diretta Stratificata” direct injection system. Despite its clearly increased output, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions have been reduced by a staggering 18 percent.
The automated e-gear transmission has been completely redesigned for the LP560. Gear change time reduced by 40 percent, and the driver may choose between five different driving and changing programs. The most performance-oriented “CORSA” setting not only affects shift speed — it also directs the engine for maximum acceleration. The ‘Thrust Mode’ ensures maximum acceleration from neutral while the angle of the throttle valve and the clutch are optimized.
The Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4 at a glance:

Base Price:                                 $198,000
Drivetrain:                                 4-Wheel Drive
Curb Weight (lbs)                    3307
City (MPG)                                  12
City (MPG)                                  14
Hwy (MPG)                                 20
Horsepower                               553 @ 8000
Torque (lb-ft)                            398 @ 6500
Wheelbase (in.)                        100.8
Length (in.)                                171.1
Width (in.)                                  74.8
Height (in.)                                 45.9

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