The new rice burner...

[Silver_04]

Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:

[blackf0rk]

That cars pretty awesome. My father had one when they first came out - very nice driving car. The triptronic shifting was a nice thing to have if you didn't necessarily like manuals.

Very nice choice - very reliable :)

[BruteForce]

Momma always told me if you don't have nuttin' nice to say don't say nuttin' so I'm not sayin' nuttin'. Hope to see you in American steel again soon. :depress:

[duhtroll]

I ain't holding my breath, but a Marauder in '07 will be . . .

Just about right for me to buy in '08. :D

-A

[duhtroll]

I like it. Too small for me, tho'. I wish I were small enough to be comfortable in a small car. They're fun.

-A


Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:

[ncmm]

Nice little package. Not a MM but it is unique. Got any photos of the gauge cluster? Cruise safely.

[bigslim]

No comment!

[Joe Walsh]

Wait a second...WAIT A SECOND!

It now says; "Looking for a NOPI chick" where it once said; "The Anti-Rice"!!??

WTF happened? Have you been watching too many Lexus commercials? :D ;)

Maybe it arrived with a BIG RED BOW on the roof.... :shake:

[Patrick]

No comment!

I'll second that!

[Haggis]

No comment!


Nice color.... :rolleyes:

[Bradley G]

If you drive a little futher, there is a boat ramp, just keep going!!
Bradley G:poke:
Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:

[wsmylie]

Ummm...ahhh.... nice looking background in the photos??

[TechHeavy]

Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:
Looks like a nice day for a walk. :shake:

[ckadiddle]

Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:
It's a nice car. Definitely will improve the looks with tinting. Wheels arent shiny enough for me. Don't reckon you could put some Marauder rims on there, could ya? :D
Heck, would be fun to shoehorn a V-8 under the hood.:burn:

[Mike Poore]

Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.
I had to look at all the posts to discover that it's a Lexus since I can't tell 'em apart. I hear they're good cars, and wish you luck with it.

Correct me if my old eyes are deceiving me, but did it come with that ricer fart can, or did you add it yourself? ;)

[blackf0rk]

ON "Rides" they actually DID put a V8 from the GS300 into that car - not the hatchback one. It was very wicked! :)

[Long Live #3]

hmmmm, all I see are red x's.

[fastblackmerc]

Ummm...ahhh.... nice looking background in the photos??
Wonder if that water is cold???

[Phil @ FLP]

ON "Rides" they actually DID put a V8 from the GS300 into that car - not the hatchback one. It was very wicked! :)
The GS300 came with a inline six. The GS400 and GS430 were the V8 models.

[Silver_04]

Ah I knew this would be handled well :)

Anyhow, as I was researching this car I stumbled upon some interesting info regarding Toyota Motor Cars. In post war 1950 Eiji Toyoda (yes the spelling is correct) was invited to the United States to learn about vehicle design and manufacturing. I think he spent several months over here learning the ins and outs of the car biz. Y'all will never guess who hosted Eiji during his time over here...give up? Well it was none other than Ford Motor Company. Thought that was interesting given the instructor has now been passed by the student in sales.

[BK_GrandMarquis]

ON "Rides" they actually DID put a V8 from the GS300 into that car - not the hatchback one. It was very wicked! :)

Here is the car.

http://www.rodmillen.com/Is430.htm

[BK_GrandMarquis]

:D
Wait a second...WAIT A SECOND!

It now says; "Looking for a NOPI chick" where it once said; "The Anti-Rice"!!??

WTF happened? Have you been watching too many Lexus commercials? :D ;)

Maybe it arrived with a BIG RED BOW on the roof.... :shake:

NOPI chicks are HOT!!! :D

[bigslim]

Ah I knew this would be handled well :)

Anyhow, as I was researching this car I stumbled upon some interesting info regarding Toyota Motor Cars. In post war 1950 Eiji Toyoda (yes the spelling is correct) was invited to the United States to learn about vehicle design and manufacturing. I think he spent several months over here learning the ins and outs of the car biz. Y'all will never guess who hosted Eiji during his time over here...give up? Well it was none other than Ford Motor Company. Thought that was interesting given the instructor has now been passed by the student in sales.
Actually, Toyoda came to the Dearborn Michigan Ford Rouge Facility (where I am employed, LOCAL 600) and saw how everything was made on site. Ford made his own glass, steel and all components of the car except the tires. Of course family member Firestone took care of that. Toyoda went back and fashioned his manufactoring facility like the Rouge as well as GM making Buick City in Flint Michiagn.

[Silver_04]

Actually, Toyoda came to the Dearborn Michigan Ford Rouge Facility (where I am employed, LOCAL 600) and saw how everything was made on site. Ford made his own glass, steel and all components of the car except the tires. Of course family member Firestone took care of that. Toyoda went back and fashioned his manufactoring facility like the Rouge as well as GM making Buick City in Flint Michiagn.

Good info. Makes me wonder why the two companies aren't that close given how far they go back.

[jparrie]

It's a nice car. Definitely will improve the looks with tinting. Wheels arent shiny enough for me. Don't reckon you could put some Marauder rims on there, could ya? :D
Heck, would be fun to shoehorn a V-8 under the hood.:burn:

There is a company in Canada that has done just that. They call it the IS430, and from what I understand, it is quite a handfull. They have done quite well with it in the races they have run.

[GA-Marauder]

Not like I expect people here to get excited over a Japanese car, but here are some pics of the new ride.

http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01459_resize.JPG
http://bellsouthpwp.net/c/t/ctt9/DSC01455_resize.JPG

I've already ripped most of the badges off and will get the windows tinted sometime in the near future. Not planning much else in terms of mods cause they seem way too expensive for what I consider small power and handling gains. Well, that and if a new RWD Impala SS comes out or if the rumor of the Marauder returning in 2007 is true, I'm gonna need cash for one of those. :cool4:
Hey! Saw your new baby at our monthly Southern Marauder's Bkfast. I Like It! It's a great handling, reliable and versatile machine. Hope to see you soon, though, in another MM!!!:rolleyes: