SEMA Debut: Toyota Corolla/Matrix
Since my broken leg pretty much made SEMA out of the question, I've been at home ignoring the show in protest. I suppose that's why I didn't get the news that the all new Corolla and Matrix made their American debut at the show in Vegas. Interesting choice for a car debut...especially two cars that didn't stray to far from the previous generations. Both are powered by the Camry I4, a 2.4L engine that pumps out 158hp/162 lb-ft of torque. The non-XRS Corolla models have a smaller I4, mind you. Not exactly mind blowing, but what do you expect from compact cars? Other than that, looks like the rumors of the Blade making it's way to North America as the Matrix came true. Also, in what can be the quickest debut of a new model in the aftermarket, Toyota unveiled a supercharged version of the Corolla and a rally version of the Matrix. Exciting. OK time for some PR pics! Hooray... :-/
Nissan GT-R Is Finally Here =)
I guess it's time to get off my lazy ass and do something with this site ah? LOL. So let's see what to post...
So, since the GT-R made it's grand debut at the Tokyo Motor Show figure should throw some stuff up about the car. Now first of all, I'm kind of whatever about it's design, but I'm sure I can overlook it when considering it's specs. Deep down inside this kid still wants a R34.
The new GT-R is a 4wD monster that has the VR38 twin-turbo V6 engine that'll pump out an impressive 473hp and 434 lb.-ft. of torque. For now, it will be coupled with the GR6 six-speed twin clutch transmission that can be either operated automatically or with the steering-column mounted paddle shifters in Manual Mode or Race Mode.
My brother-in-law asked me,"...well when it comes time to get an upgrade, what will you replace the S2 with?" Well with Honda just flubbing the next NSX and not sure what they want out of their halo car, I might finally have to jump the Honda ship to get me one of these bad boys. Heck they fall within the same price range. Will definitely want to stop by the Nissan dealership when this one comes in...just to look. I sware.
Specs after the jump!