An unexpected find....

We celebrated our National Heroes Day yesterday, so we had a long weekend. We found the time to relax and go to the mall yesterday to watch a movie. We had an hour to spend before the movie starts so I decided to browse around the nearest toy store. After looking around the shelves of Tomica, HotWheels and Matchbox, I was quite disappointed. There was nothing new or interesting to buy. As i walked towards the exit, I passed by the unbranded/generic/cheap toys aisle and was so surprised by these....



Toyota Land Cruisers? YES!!! They were Toyota Land Cruiser FJ40s but they have extended body. It's my first time to see this extended body and casting. I found 2 color variations but the sales guy said that there were 3. Anyway, I payed for them and headed to the cinemas.

Toyota Land Cruiser by Mini Metals 1/64










The movie wasn't that good but the nachos with everything on top was great! Oh, maybe I was just too excited to get home and open my unexpected find? =)

Btw, I can't seem to find anything about this extended FJ40, if you have info about this please share. Thanks!

2010-Mercedes Benz E 500 Estate

Mercedes Benz E 500 Estate Pictures

Technical Specifications Mercedes Benz E 500 Estate :

Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: E 500 Estate
Engine: 5.5 litre V8
Aspiration: Natural
Maximum Power: 285 kW (388 hp)
Maximum Torque: -
Transmission: Seven-speed automatic
Drivetrain: All-wheel drive

Preview :
2010-Mercedes Benz E 500 Estate luxurious family car. The E-Class Estate is seen as the progenitor of the premium lifestyle estate segment more than 30 years ago. Since the launch of the first Estate in 1977, more than one million customers have discovered their enthusiasm for this most practical way of driving a Mercedes luxury car. This success story is set to be continued by the fifth generation of the E-Class Estate – following up on the successful launch of the Saloon. Only introduced in Europein spring 2009, the E‑Class Saloon had already achieved world-wide market leadership in its segment by May 2009. Some 40,000 new E-Class models have now been delivered to customers.The all-new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate follows the launch of its sedan sibling earlier this year. Sharing the same platform, the wagon variant adds more utility and cargo capacity with its flat-folding rear seats, cargo area under the rear floor, and third-row rear-facing seats that fold away when not in use. Like the sedan, the Estate will be powered by a range of six- and eight-cylinder powerplants and offer standard rear-wheel drive with 4Matic

Trim Levels and Colour Codes/Names for 2010 Honda's

Here are all the Trim Levels and the available Colour Codes for each;

2010 Honda FIT DX/DX-A
Storm Silver Metallic NH-642M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Blue Sensation Pearl B-548P
Milano Red R-81

2010 Honda FIT LX (all of the above plus....)
Taffeta White NH-578
Tidewater Blue Metallic B-549M

2010 Honda FIT Sport (all of the above plus....)
Orange Revolution Metallic YR-579M

2010 Honda Civic Coupe DX/DX-A (2dr)
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH731P
Pollished Metal Metallic NH-737M
Dyno Blue Pearl B-561P

2010 Honda Civic Coupe DX-G/LX/EX-L (2dr) (all of the above plus....)
Rallye Red R-513

2010 Honda Civic Coupe Si (2dr)
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Meallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH731P
Dyno Blue Pearl B-561P
Redline Orange Pearl YR-577P

2010 Honda Civic DX/DX-A Sedan (4dr)
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Meal Metallic NH-737M
Neutron Blue Metallic B-561P

2010 Honda Civic DX-G/Sport/EX-L Sedan (4dr) (all of the above plus....)
Urban Titanium Metallic YR-578M

2010 Honda Civic Si Sedan (4dr)
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Dyno Blue Pearl B-561P
Redline Orange Pearl YR-577P

2010 Honda Insight LX
Alabaster Silver Meallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Metal Metallic NH-737M
Clear Sky Blue Metallic BG-53M
Tango Red Pearl R-525P
Taffeta White NH-578 (LX only)

2010 Honda Insight EX (all of the above except Taffeta White plus....)
Spectrum White Pearl NH-756P

2010 Honda Accord Coupe EX/EX-L/EX-L Navi 4cyl (2dr)
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Meal Metallic NH-737M
Belize Blue Pearl B-551P

2010 Honda Accord Coupe EX-L V6/EX-L V6 Navi (2dr) (all of the above plus....)
San Marino Red R-94

2010 Honda Accord Sedan LX/EX/EX-L/EX-L Navi 4cyl
Taffeta White NH-578 (4cyl Only)
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Metal Metallic NH-737M
Mystic Green Meallic G-530M
Bold Beige Metallic YR-574M

2010 Honda Accord Sedan EX V6/EX-L V6/EX-L V6 Navi (all of the above except Taffeta White plus....)
White Diamond Pearl NH-603P
Bali Blue Pearl B-552P

2010 Honda Element LX/EX
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Royal Blue Pearl B-536P
Citrus Fire Metallic YR-579M (LX/EX Only)

2010 Honda Element SC (all of the above except Cirtus Fire Metallic plus....)
Midnight Red pearl B-538P

2010 Honda CRV LX 2WD/EX 2WD
Taffeta White NH 578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Opal Sage Metallic G-532M

2010 Honda CRV LX/EX/EX-L/EX-L Navi (all 4X4) (all of the above plus....)
Pollished Metal Metallic NH-737M
Glacier Blue Meallic B-538M
Tango Red Pearl R-525P
Urban Titanium Metallic YR-578M

2010 Honda Odyssey DX
Tafetta WHite NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Polished Metal Metallic NH-737M
Dark Cherry Pearl R-529P (DX/SE Only)
Mocha Meallic YR-573M

2010 Honda Odyssey SE (all of the above plus....)
Bali Blue Pearl B-522P

2010 Honda Odyssey EX-L /EX-L RES/Touring (all of the above except Dark Cherry Pearl plus....)
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P

2010 Honda Pilot LX 2WD/LX 4X4
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Meal Metallic NH-737M

2010 Honda Pilot EX (all of the above plus....)
Dark Cherry Pearl R-529P

2010 Honda Pilot EX-L/EX-L RES/Touring (all of the above plus....)
Bali Blue Pearl B-552P
Mocha Metallic YRj-573M

2010 Honda Ridgeline DX
Taffeta White NH-578
Alabaster Silver Metallic NH-700M
Crystal Black Pearl NH-731P
Polished Metal Metallic NH-737M

2010 Honda Ridgeline VP/EX-L/EX-L Navi (all of the above plus....)
Bali Blue Pearl B-552P
Dark Cherry Pearl R-529P
Mocha Metallic YR-573M

Source;
Honda Canada

2009 Vector Chrome

2009 Vector Chrome Auto Car Modification

2010 Honda Product Launch for Canada

Okay, so here we have the release dates for when the 2010 Honda's go on sale;

2010 Honda FIT - December 20, 2009 (expect zero changes)

2010 Honda Civic 2+4 Door - September 15, 2009

2010 Honda Civic Hybid - February 15, 2010

2010 Honda Insight - Already available

2010 Honda Accord 2+4 Door - September 15, 2009 (same car, minor changes)

2010 Honda CRV - September 21, 2009 (same car, really minor changes)

2010 Honda Element - October 15, 2009 (same SUV, add of Pet Friendly model?)

2010 Honda Odyssey - September 15, 2009 (same van, add of special edition cloth model)

2010 Honda Pilot - Already available

2010 Honda Ridgeline - August 31, 2010

2010 Accord Crosstour - Fall 2009 (expect this sometime in Sept.)

Source;
Honda Canada

BMW Vision Efficient Dynamics Concept

All I can say is....wow.

• High-performance concept study with BMW ActiveHybrid technology
visualising the dynamic performance typical of a BMW against the backdrop of future demands in sustained mobility. BMW Vision EfficientDynamics as a symbol for the future of Sheer Driving Pleasure in harmony with trendsetting efficiency.

• Development aim: The performance of a BMW M Car and a highly emotional character combined with the fuel economy and emission management of a modern small car in the premium class. As a result, this unique sports car offers the most consistent rendition of the BMW EfficientDynamics development strategy.

• Innovative approach in the context of BMW EfficientDynamics: The exceedingly good balance of CO2 emission management and driving pleasure results from a revolutionary vehicle concept developed all in one from the ground up, achieving a new level of efficiency combined with a unique driving experience. The overall result goes far beyond the sum total of the individual features and components in this concept car.

• BMW Vision EfficientDynamics offers a realistic impression of the unique potential of BMW ActiveHybrid technology and the great innovative thrust of BMW EfficientDynamics.

Technology:
• Offering a full-hybrid concept, the BMW Vision EfficientDynamics concept car is powered by a three-cylinder turbodiesel and two electric motors. Overall system output is 262 kW/356 hp, maximum torque 800 Newton-metres/590 lb-ft. All-wheel drive featuring an electric motor on both the front and rear axle.

• Anticipated performance: Acceleration from a standstill to 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed 250 km/h (155 mph) (electronically limited) , fuel consumption in the EU test cycle 3.76 litres/100 km (equal to 75.1 mph imp), CO2 emissions 99 grams/kilometre.

• As a plug-in hybrid, BMW Vision EfficientDynamics is able to cover the entire fuel consumption drive cycle under electric power alone. Taking the sources of energy used for generating the electric power consumed into account (EU electricity mix), this reduces the CO2 emission rating to just 50 grams per kilometre.

• Electric power is generated without the slightest increase in fuel consumption through a particularly efficient concept of Brake Energy Regeneration. Energy is stored in 98 lithium polymer cells. The car is able to cover a distance of approximately 50 km/31 miles in the electric mode alone.

• Aerodynamics developed with know-how from Formula 1. CX drag coefficient optimised to just 0.22. Forward-looking energy management uses the maximum potential available in each case to minimise fuel consumption.

Design:
• Technology-oriented body design as a clear expression of consistent lightweight technology and aerodynamic quality. Design language typical of the brand, setting clear signals in terms of sporting performance and optimum efficiency.

• The 2+2-seater concept combines dynamic performance and supreme efficiency with an enhanced level of all-round function. BMW Vision EfficientDynamics symbolises BMW's commitment to offer an unprecedented driving experience for up to four occupants.

• BMW Vision EfficientDynamics comes with gullwing doors opening up to the side. Innovative, weight-optimised door kinematics makes entering the car at both front and rear convenient and very easy.

• The interior of this unique 2+2-seater intentionally demonstrates the very latest in modern technology. At the same time the use of natural materials underlines BMW's strategy of sustainability borne out through this concept car.

• The roof and door inserts made of polycarbonate glass automatically become darker as a function of incoming light.

Source;
http://jalopnik.com/5348573/bmws-new-tron+like-turbodiesel-hybrid-concept

REPORT: Penske to close all Canadian Saturn dealers

Well, now we know, Saturn is truly R.I.P. here in Canada.
Roger Penske's purchase of the Saturn nameplate and sales organization from General Motors is intended to make money, and the business case for keeping Canadian dealers is apparently poor. Half of Saturn Canada's 60 dealers had already decided to give up, while the remaining 30 stores were willing to try and keep going. Penske's decision to discontinue sales of the brand in Canada altogether will directly impact 2,000 people.

"Saturn has a passionate customer base and outstanding dealer network," Penske said upon the announcement of his purchase in June. "We want to build onto those strengths," he continued, and the Canadian operation must be more albatross than mint in the scheme of things. Tip of the chapeau to Luc and Pat.

Source;
http://www.autoblog.com/2009/08/31/report-penske-to-close-all-canadian-saturn-dealers/

Pink Autocar Modifications

Pink Autocar Extreme Modification Sedan: car racing stereo with glass noodles

Extreme Modification Of Self-Timer Auto Car

extreme modification of self-timer autocar front

Specs: big tires jagged, white paint

Double Car Auto Modifications

Double Car Auto Modifications

Black paint specification. FTP sponsor, sponsor responsibilities accident.

TOV: 2010 CR-V Owner's Manual Reveals Secrets Honda PR Won't Tell

The top pic is of the 2009 Honda CRV, the one below that is the 2010.

The CR-V is receiving its MMC (mid-cycle model change) this fall, but Honda has been holding off on releasing any details until around September 10th. That's okay, because TOV member and supersleuth "Gary757" came across a pdf copy of the 2010 CR-V owner's manual recently and took the time to make some comparisons to the 2009 model. The manual contains several line drawings of the vehicle which reveal the changes to the front and rear of the vehicle.

Check out this link for pic's of the rear;

http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=850115

BMW Chrome Modification

BMW Chrome modification

BMW specifications: a standard machine, chrome body of the car, usually but elegant design.

2009-Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss

There may be no better way to pay tribute to the end of the modern SLR - as well as its racing forbears - than with the new 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss.The exclusive SLR Stirling Moss rounds off the current SLR family and is limited to 75 units. It is priced at 750,000 euros. The new SLR Stirling Moss is characterised by the most sophisticated technology and a breathtaking design which reinterprets the SLR legend. With 478 kW/650 hp the SLR Stirling Moss accelerates its V8

Siku - Porsche 911 Cabrio

The Porsche 911 is a sports car made by Porsche AG of Germany. It's distinctive shape is known for it's rear type engine like the Porsche-designed Volkswagen Beetle it had been based on.

Since its introduction, it has undergone continuous development. The basic shape and design has remained unchanged throughout its evolution except for the engine's air cooled to water cooled system.

Porsche 911 Cabrio by Siku 1/60

TLV-47 Prince Skyway

The Prince Skyway was designed as a commercial delivery van. It was produced from April 1957 - September 1963. After the merger of Prince and Nissan in 1966, they dropped the name of the Skyway and soon the Skyline was born.

LV-47 Prince Skyway














more to follow...

TLV -53 Nissan Laurel

The Nissan Laurel was introduced by in 1968 as the new luxury model a slot above the 1968 Bluebird 510 & with the same sense of luxury found in the Nissan Cedric but with slightly reduced dimensions.

The first Laurel was developed by the Prince Motor Company, consisting of both 2-door and 4-door variants. It was released as a Nissan after Prince merged with Nissan. Laurels for years shared many components and architectures with the Skyline range.

Since 1968, eight generations of Laurel have been produced in Japan. Nissan listed the Laurel for sale in only selected Asian and European markets (it was also sold in Chile, as Datsun Laurel, in the late seventies), and then discontinued the export of this model in 1989.

*taken and summarized from wikipedia.

LV-53 Nissan Laurel C30

more to follow...

Another Official Honda CrossTour Teaser

Above is the latest, below are the two previous.

Source;

Honda

Costumes Loud Car

Costumes Loud Car Pink Insurance

Specifications:
Audio: matrix
Leather seats: Sparco
Nos enhancer speed power cars

Dodge Viper GTS-R Pink: Car Costom

Dodge Viper GTS-R Pink: Pink Car Costom Design Insurance

Car and Driver spots the Next Gen Toyota 4Runner

2010 Toyota 4Runner Spotted Undisguised - Car News

Among cattle, myriad fried-food concoctions (including fried Coke), and plenty of truck-driving Texans at this year’s Texas State Fair will be the latest Toyota 4Runner. The Japanese automaker says the 2010 model will be introduced there on September 24, the day before the gates open to the public, and has released a teaser photo showing the new rig crawling on one very inclined rock. We can do one better: a crafty reader snapped these 4Runners with a cell-phone camera, giving us a sneak peek.

The saying goes that everything’s bigger in Texas, and Toyota tells us the new 4Runner will indeed be roomier inside. This is likely thanks to new squared-off, slab-sided, blunt-nose looks. As seen in these shots, the interior is nicely updated with a look similar to the Land Cruiser’s cabin.

We’re expecting a more rugged 4Runner with new off-road features to make its debut at the fair.

As our last spied story explained, we already know—from leaked product info guides from yet another helpful reader—that the 2010 model will offer a choice of four- or six-cylinder power, instead of the six- and eight-pot configurations of the current truck. The four is a 161-hp 2.7-liter and the V-6 is the same 4.0-liter, although it’s been upgraded to put out 19 more hp, for a total of 258.

Options like a dynamic suspension system, crawl control, off-road ABS, and water-repellant seats should ready the 4Runner for off-road adventure. Luxury features will not all vanish, though, with keyless start, 20-inch wheels, nav with satellite traffic info, and Bluetooth and USB connectivity making the order sheet.

Source (via http://www.autospies.com/);

http://www.caranddriver.com/news/car/09q3/2010_toyota_4runner_spotted_undisguised-car_news