[catherineanh]

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

my ears!!!!!!

flying in overnight, won't be able to make it

would you make it if it was sunday?
i apologize for your ears!

[Pseudo Nim]

Originally Posted by catherinelam

would you make it if it was sunday?
i apologize for your ears!

lol. font was so huge i just imagined it as a really loud announcement

this weekend is generally bad for me - wife has a fashion show in the evening of saturday and then i have to run around sunday, sigh. you guys go ahead, i'll join the next one!

[kenneth]

Ring times are not too representative, because the Ring is biased towards high HP cars where those cars can attain very high speed in the straights.

For the tracks that we know, there will likely be less than 10 seconds difference a lap, but the pleasure of an exige vs a high hp car (e.g. vette) cannot be compared IMO!

[Tonybest]

too far. But I will still do the trek. Now go learn how to create a MEET in the BMW Meets section... Or don't since last I remember, Tim Hortons don't take reservations.

[Pseudo Nim]

Originally Posted by kenneth

Ring times are not too representative, because the Ring is biased towards high HP cars where those cars can attain very high speed in the straights.

For the tracks that we know, there will likely be less than 10 seconds difference a lap, but the pleasure of an exige vs a high hp car (e.g. vette) cannot be compared IMO!

I.e. nuclear launcher wins or scalpel wins? I confuse!

[Tonybest]

Having driven the GT-R on a track... Meeh. not for me.

[catherineanh]

Originally Posted by Tonybest

too far. But I will still do the trek. Now go learn how to create a MEET in the BMW Meets section... Or don't since last I remember, Tim Hortons don't take reservations.

http://www.e90post.com/forums/calend...day=2013-05-04

There

[Tonybest]

Originally Posted by catherinelam

http://www.e90post.com/forums/calend...day=2013-05-04

There

Quick learner.

[catherineanh]

Originally Posted by Tonybest

Quick learner.

There's a starbucks in front if you are not satisfy with timmies

[kenneth]

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

I.e. nuclear launcher wins or scalpel wins? I confuse!

Scalpel duh!

GT_R is also among the nuclear launcher.

Originally Posted by catherinelam

http://www.e90post.com/forums/calend...day=2013-05-04

There

Have fun and take pics for those who can't make it!

Originally Posted by Tonybest

Quick learner.

The young ones will shame us when it comes to technology.....Oh and stop faking the grumpiness

[Pseudo Nim]

GT-R is definitely a nuclear launcher, haha.

I was looking at Exiges recently, which is why I ask. To be honest, I was looking at Esprits, but the collectibility factor artifically inflates the price - although at 291 hp/ton it blows my 335 out of the water (and the Exige, too). But oh, the sound of that V8...

Maybe when I get sick of the R...

[kenneth]

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

GT-R is definitely a nuclear launcher, haha.

I was looking at Exiges recently, which is why I ask. To be honest, I was looking at Esprits, but the collectibility factor artifically inflates the price - although at 291 hp/ton it blows my 335 out of the water (and the Exige, too). But oh, the sound of that V8...

Maybe when I get sick of the R...

I've been there, but sadly, the exige/elise is not for me. Just imagine if you damage anything (say a fender or bumper), it will cost you a fortune to repair, including an eternity to get the parts to fix it. Not a practical track solution...... unless you buy 2 of them, one as a spare....

[Pseudo Nim]

Originally Posted by kenneth

I've been there, but sadly, the exige/elise is not for me. Just imagine if you damage anything (say a fender or bumper), it will cost you a fortune to repair, including an eternity to get the parts to fix it. Not a practical track solution...... unless you buy 2 of them, one as a spare....

They are available in Canada, though, aren't they? Or are all the Exiges on the road US imports? That would blow hard.

[kenneth]

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

They are available in Canada, though, aren't they? Or are all the Exiges on the road US imports? That would blow hard.

They are available in Canada, Weissach (Vancouver) and John Scotti (montreal) imports them from the UK, you will surely pay over 70k for exiges and over 60k for elises. Referring to supercharged models, regular non-blowed versions are cheaper. You cannot import US models into Canada, at least by yourself. and possibly even through specialty dealers.

If you go on CBA site, these cars are not on the list of cars importable from the USA.

If you go on John Scotti site they have a track only Exige Cup selling for over 100k, you will need to trailer the car though. Go get it cos I want a ride in it

[montreal red]

Originally Posted by Tonybest

Wow. sadly no BMWs. Your Porsche has been befriending some other major cars right there.

you should have come along to represent BMW...owner of the black zr1 had an M roadster before. i can imagine the response you'd give me if i told you to show up at julep... lol... at least we have one of the best julep meets i've seen in a long long time. not all julep meets are full of ricers.

Originally Posted by vanosracing

The GT-R looks like a whale when parked next to your car.

Originally Posted by Tonybest

It is a whale!

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

ok I have to step in its defense: it's a whale that laps 10s faster on the 'ring!

yes the GTR is definitely a whale... but that one makes about 500 WHP... so i think this whale can eat my little frog alive.

[montreal red]

Originally Posted by kenneth

I've been there, but sadly, the exige/elise is not for me. Just imagine if you damage anything (say a fender or bumper), it will cost you a fortune to repair, including an eternity to get the parts to fix it. Not a practical track solution...... unless you buy 2 of them, one as a spare....

Originally Posted by Pseudo Nim

They are available in Canada, though, aren't they? Or are all the Exiges on the road US imports? That would blow hard.

exige/elise is a very cool car but super super impractical... cant even take a small tool kit. the 'trunk' is a huge joke... and if your wife has a large hand bag, she probably wont even be able to fit it in the cabin .... i think if you own one of those, you need to invest in a trailer and truck to take your tools and clothes to the track day.

also i've taken rides in exiges before.. probably the most difficult car to get in and out of.

[kenneth]

Originally Posted by montreal red

you should have come along to represent BMW...owner of the black zr1 had an M roadster before. i can imagine the response you'd give me if i told you to show up at julep... lol... at least we have one of the best julep meets i've seen in a long long time. not all julep meets are full of ricers.

Lol, guilty by association

Originally Posted by montreal red

yes the GTR is definitely a whale... but that one makes about 500 WHP... so i think this whale can eat my little frog alive.

Ok, I didn't need to hear this, too much info.....

[kenneth]

Originally Posted by montreal red

exige/elise is a very cool car but super super impractical... cant even take a small tool kit. the 'trunk' is a huge joke... and if your wife has a large hand bag, she probably wont even be able to fit it in the cabin .... i think if you own one of those, you need to invest in a trailer and truck to take your tools and clothes to the track day.

also i've taken rides in exiges before.. probably the most difficult car to get in and out of.

Now, just picture how difficult it would be to get out of a crumpled one

[M3 Montreal]

Originally Posted by catherinelam

Hello everyone!
I am calling a meet this saturday at 10:30 AM.
Location:
Tim Hortons
3838 Boulevard de la Cte-Vertu, St-Laurent, QC H4R 1P8
(514) 334-5222

For those of you who wish to have breakfast, there is a Chez Cora in front of the tim hortons

Please reply to this thread if you are in attendance. Everyone is invited! Bring your friends. The more the merrier!
So far, our guestlist includes
montreal red
ms372
catherinelam


HOPE TO SEE YOU ALL THERE!!!!!

I'm in.

Maybe come alone since the Gf doesn't like car talk much...

I'm getting my S4 rims put in tomorrow powdercoated satin. Now the car is all black including the rear lights that I did last year.

[M3 Montreal]

Originally Posted by Tonybest

Having driven the GT-R on a track... Meeh. not for me.

I wonder if its the GTR or just the fact that AWD is just not as exciting.

With the M3 I really have to have a good confident day and feel the tires are nice and warm before talking M dynamic off on the track whereas all nannies off right away with the S4.

AWD to RWD is a world of difference.

[catherineanh]

Originally Posted by M3 Montreal

I'm in.

Maybe come alone since the Gf doesn't like car talk much...

I'm getting my S4 rims put in tomorrow powdercoated satin. Now the car is all black including the rear lights that I did last year.

Great see you Saturday !

[jgalaxy]

Originally Posted by M3 Montreal

I wonder if its the GTR or just the fact that AWD is just not as exciting.

With the M3 I really have to have a good confident day and feel the tires are nice and warm before talking M dynamic off on the track whereas all nannies off right away with the S4.

AWD to RWD is a world of difference.

You bet. A big difference coming from AWD going to RWD without traction/stability control. I payed to learn that. With AWD you can mess up your turn in or braking and get back on the throttle and steer yourself back on track with little issues. No such grace RWD even with stability management. But boy, once you have your car zeroed in, it's a rush.