Would you buy this over a GT-R

Econ · 07-20-2011, 04:46 PM

yea, he could have picked up a used C5 Z06 for pretty cheap and at least would have had some power behind it.

a mercury cougar is pathetic.

docaam · 07-20-2011, 04:46 PM

bring this guy here on the forum to make some new bodykits for us

Zerafian · 07-20-2011, 05:49 PM

really..I would buy it hands down...this costum bugatti interior is awesome!

Isamu · 07-20-2011, 06:49 PM

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Originally Posted by docaam

bring this guy here on the forum to make some new bodykits for us

im with this guy

b1adesofcha0s · 07-20-2011, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Isamu

im with this guy

Your slacking Isamu, your game is no where near this guys. You need to step it up

Isamu · 07-21-2011, 01:13 AM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

Your slacking Isamu, your game is no where near this guys. You need to step it up

fuck if SOMEONE would hire me, I would do work... lol

I don't have the resources to do it on my own...

b1adesofcha0s · 07-21-2011, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Isamu

fuck if SOMEONE would hire me, I would do work... lol

I don't have the resources to do it on my own...

Excuses

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Isamu · 07-21-2011, 09:12 AM

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Excuses

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I seem to have contributed more to the community then someone I know
*cough*bladesofghey*cough*

b1adesofcha0s · 07-21-2011, 09:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Isamu

I seem to have contributed more to the community then someone I know
*cough*bladesofghey*cough*

Like what? I haven't seen anything yet.

4r3s · 07-21-2011, 10:19 AM

I forwarded this onto a co-worker of mine thats really into cars. heres his 2 cents:

Actually, this guy has been around for awhile – I’ve read about him elsewhere.

Yeah, it’s a facepalm. But it isn’t quite as crazy as some people think…

Stick with me, here:

First things first: Why the Cougar? (Keep in mind: That Cougar model is essentially a 2-door version of my Ford Contour, so I’m familiar with its details): As it turns out, the Cougar’s wheel base is almost *exactly* the same as the Veyron – which helps in creating realistic replica proportions. Take a closer look at the pics. Unlike many replica projects (I’m looking at you, Faux Fierarri projects), the overall shape and structure is really pretty well done.

Next: Drivetrain. No, it will never be a 1000+ HP Bugatti engine. The stock 170HP V6 was good for its day – but the Contour SVT got 200HP out of the same engine. Meanwhile, the Duratec 3.0 is a bolt-in replacement. The Noble M400 got 425HP out of this engine with two turbos – you could probably do better than that today. Does FWD bug you? Simple: Find a wrecked Jag X-Type (shares chassis with Contour!) and pull the AWD parts. Most things will bolt right in after you shorten the rear driveshaft. Bingo: Now you’ve got a 425+HP, AWD Veyron replica.

So: Yes, he wants stupid money for what is currently a fiberglass project.

Personally, I think it would be fun to create a Cougar sleeper: Stick with the stock body, but go nuts with the drivetrain options that are out there (another plus: Many European Ford Mondeo performance goodies will bolt on). It would certainly make for fun stoplight encounter surprises…

HKYStormFront · 07-21-2011, 03:35 PM

guy does have a point^^

Cmike2780 · 07-21-2011, 04:09 PM

Ok...but you can tune or swap engines and drivetrains all you want....This kid is selling it for $90,000 before any of that. Since it is essentially just a body kit, I really don't see a point to this car.

Personally I think the Veyron looks lake crap to begin with.

The only redeeming quality to the Veyron was it's power, speed and attention to detail...non of which is present with this replica. There is no logic to owning this car unless you build it for yourself. This is the car equivelant to a tranny posing as a chick.

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Over 156k hits, 43 offers on his Ebay page. I wonder if any of those offers are actually serious.

red6spd · 07-21-2011, 04:24 PM

Very talented to do this himself, but why anyone would pay 89K to buy it is beyond me. Oh and to answear your question, HELL NO would I buy this over a GTR.

Isamu · 07-21-2011, 05:28 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

Like what? I haven't seen anything yet.

ok... mr. send me a hood for free!

b1adesofcha0s · 07-21-2011, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Isamu

ok... mr. send me a hood for free!

Show me evidence that one has actually been made

I have contributed my 1/4 mile time, which is used for bench racing comparisons around the world

07-20-2011, 04:46 PM	#16 (permalink)
Econ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 2,546 Drives: Fiat? Rep Power: 19	yea, he could have picked up a used C5 Z06 for pretty cheap and at least would have had some power behind it. a mercury cougar is pathetic. __________________ 2014 Triumph Thruxton 900 2013 Fiat 500 Abarth 2009 Nissan 370z

07-20-2011, 04:46 PM	#17 (permalink)
docaam A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Dubai Posts: 2,532 Drives: Z34/240z/Hakosuka Rep Power: 29	bring this guy here on the forum to make some new bodykits for us __________________ Old 370Z SOLD but not forgotten 370Z 40th, G37s, S30 RBZ, Hakosuka Skyline

07-20-2011, 05:49 PM	#18 (permalink)
Zerafian A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Chattanooga, TN Posts: 1,344 Drives: 13' MB 370z Rep Power: 30950	really..I would buy it hands down...this costum bugatti interior is awesome! __________________ LC500 exhaust set uphttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bI7DiA43ZYw&t Last edited by Zerafian; 07-20-2011 at 05:51 PM.

07-21-2011, 03:35 PM	#26 (permalink)
HKYStormFront A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 14,954 Drives: 06 Frontier SE 6spd Rep Power: 52	guy does have a point^^ __________________ Patrick // 06 Frontier 6spd Nismosis // Mods: Uprev Tuned @ Z1 Motorsports: 257whp & 292 ft lbs 09 Pontiac G8 GXP // M6 // Sunroof // Tint... For now

07-21-2011, 04:09 PM	#27 (permalink)
Cmike2780 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Long Island Posts: 5,059 Drives: slowwww Rep Power: 29	Ok...but you can tune or swap engines and drivetrains all you want....This kid is selling it for $90,000 before any of that. Since it is essentially just a body kit, I really don't see a point to this car. Personally I think the Veyron looks lake crap to begin with. The only redeeming quality to the Veyron was it's power, speed and attention to detail...non of which is present with this replica. There is no logic to owning this car unless you build it for yourself. This is the car equivelant to a tranny posing as a chick. ------------------------------------------ Over 156k hits, 43 offers on his Ebay page. I wonder if any of those offers are actually serious. __________________ [09][MB][6-Spd MT][Touring][Stillen Gen III][K&N][Borla CBE][Evo-R] [ArchitTEK Photography] Last edited by Cmike2780; 07-21-2011 at 04:19 PM.

07-21-2011, 10:19 AM	#25 (permalink)
4r3s A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: MD Posts: 2,077 Drives: Touring 370z Rep Power: 25	I forwarded this onto a co-worker of mine thats really into cars. heres his 2 cents: Actually, this guy has been around for awhile – I’ve read about him elsewhere. Yeah, it’s a facepalm. But it isn’t quite as crazy as some people think… Stick with me, here: First things first: Why the Cougar? (Keep in mind: That Cougar model is essentially a 2-door version of my Ford Contour, so I’m familiar with its details): As it turns out, the Cougar’s wheel base is almost exactly the same as the Veyron – which helps in creating realistic replica proportions. Take a closer look at the pics. Unlike many replica projects (I’m looking at you, Faux Fierarri projects), the overall shape and structure is really pretty well done. Next: Drivetrain. No, it will never be a 1000+ HP Bugatti engine. The stock 170HP V6 was good for its day – but the Contour SVT got 200HP out of the same engine. Meanwhile, the Duratec 3.0 is a bolt-in replacement. The Noble M400 got 425HP out of this engine with two turbos – you could probably do better than that today. Does FWD bug you? Simple: Find a wrecked Jag X-Type (shares chassis with Contour!) and pull the AWD parts. Most things will bolt right in after you shorten the rear driveshaft. Bingo: Now you’ve got a 425+HP, AWD Veyron replica. So: Yes, he wants stupid money for what is currently a fiberglass project. Personally, I think it would be fun to create a Cougar sleeper: Stick with the stock body, but go nuts with the drivetrain options that are out there (another plus: Many European Ford Mondeo performance goodies will bolt on). It would certainly make for fun stoplight encounter surprises…

07-21-2011, 04:24 PM	#28 (permalink)
red6spd A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,277 Drives: 2010 Z Coupe M6 SPT Rep Power: 21	Very talented to do this himself, but why anyone would pay 89K to buy it is beyond me. Oh and to answear your question, HELL NO would I buy this over a GTR. __________________ 2010 Base+Sport 6spd: Stillen G3, FI Non-Resonated CBE, FI Non-Resonated Test Pipes, UpRev Tuned, Custom 24R Oil Cooler, JDM Rear Fog-OEM Harness. ???Whp ???WTQ (Will find out come spring time)