Ultimate Third Gen
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Ultimate Third Gen
Okay.....not sure where to post this (and Moderators certainly put this where you wish) but with Firehawks, TTAs, and the mods - numerous 383 strokers, T56's out here, yada, yada, yada....
BUT, what would the ultimate thirdgen look like?
BUT, what would the ultimate thirdgen look like?
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
are you wanting someone to post a picture with there idea of their ultimate third gen? cuz thats a REALLY BROAD question.
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
The ultimate.......mine!!!
Or mine?
I was intentionally a little vague in the initial post so as not to limit creative thinking. It was just that I was thinking about some of the magazine articles about the third gens and some of their limitations. So, if someone was to build the ultimate third gen, would it have ABS brakes, independent rear suspension, DOHC. 5.7 litre, 6-speed or 5-speed.....what about the interior and of course with the exterior (still staying with the Firebird and Camaro platforms).
Of course if anyone has done some or all of these mods, pictures would be very interesting to see.
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By the way Scottmoyer, I forgot to add, that really is a beautiful car you have there!!
Or mine?
I was intentionally a little vague in the initial post so as not to limit creative thinking. It was just that I was thinking about some of the magazine articles about the third gens and some of their limitations. So, if someone was to build the ultimate third gen, would it have ABS brakes, independent rear suspension, DOHC. 5.7 litre, 6-speed or 5-speed.....what about the interior and of course with the exterior (still staying with the Firebird and Camaro platforms).
Of course if anyone has done some or all of these mods, pictures would be very interesting to see.
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By the way Scottmoyer, I forgot to add, that really is a beautiful car you have there!!
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
I'm not so sure I would have gone for the 4th gen interior. But the rest is dynamite. LS1 with LS1 brakes, chrome C5's. *drool*
And that paint.....
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
I agree, this is a very vauge question. To some people, originality is king. To others, a mild restomod is tops. And to another group of individuals, nothing is more ultimate than something that barely resembles a third gen and is all custom. And all answers are not wrong, it's just that someone will have a prob with it. I say post up and lets see some good looking cars!!!
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
well I would like to say mine is the ultimate thirgen but IMHO it would have to be Neil's build right now, that thing is a beast!!!
but I do agree with klause, everyone will have different opinions and ideas of what the "ultimate" thirdgen is...I'd just say ALL Thirdgens are awesome!
but I do agree with klause, everyone will have different opinions and ideas of what the "ultimate" thirdgen is...I'd just say ALL Thirdgens are awesome!
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
Heres my ultimate
Totally reliable 700+HP (610 wheel HP) V6 drive anywhere streetcar that gets 20+MPG highway (with no overdrive or lockup converter) and knocks out mid 10 second 1/4 mile on DOT tires at 3650lbs.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v2...current=10.flv
Totally reliable 700+HP (610 wheel HP) V6 drive anywhere streetcar that gets 20+MPG highway (with no overdrive or lockup converter) and knocks out mid 10 second 1/4 mile on DOT tires at 3650lbs.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v2...current=10.flv
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Heres my ultimate
Totally reliable 700+HP (610 wheel HP) V6 drive anywhere streetcar that gets 20+MPG highway (with no overdrive or lockup converter) and knocks out mid 10 second 1/4 mile on DOT tires at 3650lbs.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v2...current=10.flv
Totally reliable 700+HP (610 wheel HP) V6 drive anywhere streetcar that gets 20+MPG highway (with no overdrive or lockup converter) and knocks out mid 10 second 1/4 mile on DOT tires at 3650lbs.
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v2...current=10.flv
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeltxs9Ooa0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZD8cxo9bIw
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
I have one of my two ultimate Third Gens... a Convertible Formula 350.. Of course the other is the 91-92 Formula Firehawk, which I will probably not ever get...
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I was waiting for you Leonard. Based on history alone and the fact that it's not just the last available 3rd gen car, but the last 3rd gen made puts your car at the top of the list. I was being sarcastic about mine. Just a run of the mill 87 with l;ots of options. Wanna sell me your car yet?
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I was waiting for you Leonard. Based on history alone and the fact that it's not just the last available 3rd gen car, but the last 3rd gen made puts your car at the top of the list. I was being sarcastic about mine. Just a run of the mill 87 with l;ots of options. Wanna sell me your car yet?
Scott,
It probably won't be for sale until I am ready to retire......lets see, I'm 49 now and want to retire at 55. You have 6 years to save your money!! My car is not the ultimate 3rd gen, but it sure has been fun owning it.
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Scott & Leonard...
I think either of your cars are more than just run of the mill 3rd Gens...
Scott, Your car has T-tops AND a 350, that in my book makes it uncommon... Definately more Hard top 350 cars out there, In some ways that "Was" my ideal 3rd Gen until I learned of the convertible 350 cars
Leonard,
Being the LAST Camaro from Van Nuys, the LAST third Gen, The LAST of Lasts in many respects makes it a good canidate for a museum...
John
I think either of your cars are more than just run of the mill 3rd Gens...
Scott, Your car has T-tops AND a 350, that in my book makes it uncommon... Definately more Hard top 350 cars out there, In some ways that "Was" my ideal 3rd Gen until I learned of the convertible 350 cars
Leonard,
Being the LAST Camaro from Van Nuys, the LAST third Gen, The LAST of Lasts in many respects makes it a good canidate for a museum...
John
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A loaded 350 T-Tops IROC-Z is the ultimate Third Gen of course! (regular production anyway )
That last Third Gen definetly belongs in a museum or with a true collector in a climate controlled garage. That car will be worth alot more than probably all other Third Gens one day.
That last Third Gen definetly belongs in a museum or with a true collector in a climate controlled garage. That car will be worth alot more than probably all other Third Gens one day.
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outside of mine?.....Dale Earnhardts black 3rd gen.....I don`t care who owns what car and how low the miles are....his car is the ultimate one to own
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I still find it amazing how Sci-Fi has preceded Reality. Back in the 80's a TV in the car was UNHEARD OF, now its almost commonplace, some have backup assist screens, and of course a minivan I do not think hardly any minivans come standard without the DVD system...
John
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check out this clip, Jeremy clarkson in a BMW that drives it self, just like knight rider,
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr9PJa0VcR4
personally am still waiting for the turbo boost to become reality
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pr9PJa0VcR4
personally am still waiting for the turbo boost to become reality
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Re: Ultimate Third Gen
I have to say leonard your car is beautiful. Its a piece and it will be worth money no matter what. Any one remember what the last stingray went for? I'm talkin the like 67 body style? lol ALOT of money.
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