2003 - 2004 Mercury Marauder

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Ford produced the Marauder as a high-performance version of the Mercury Grand Marquis sedan. The Marauder built in 2003–2004 targeted the 1994–1996 Chevrolet impala SS in being a contemporary full-size "muscle sedan."
The Mercury Marauder had a naturally aspirated 4.6 L V8 producing 302 hp and 318 ft·lbf of torque; this engine had many parts — including heads, cams, block and rotating assembly — in common with the 2003–2004 Mustang Mach 1. The Marauder featured a dual exhaust system with unique tailpipe tips, with custom designed chassis and suspension modifications – such as moving the rear shocks outboard of the frame-rails, which were later made available for the Crown Victoria and Grand Marquis. The Marauder was fitted with the 4R70W 4-speed automatic in 2003 and received the upgraded 4R75W 4-speed automatic for 2004. The limited slip differential with a 3.55 rear axle ratio was borrowed from the Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor, as well as the aluminum drive shaft.
The 2003–2004 Marauder sales fell short of corporate forecasts, and after a production run of just 11,052 vehicles, the Marauder was discontinued at the end of 2004. However the Ford Performance Group began offering certificates verifing the Mercury Marauder as a Limited Production Vehicle.
Total production for the 2003–2004 Mercury Marauder was 11,052:
2003 – Total: 7839 (328 Dark Pearl Blue, 417 Silver Birch, 7094 Black)
2004 – Total: 3213 (981 Dark Toreador Red

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Lamborgini Truck

Did you Know Laborghini made a Truck ?
The Lamborghini LM002 is a SUV that was built by Lamborghini from 1986 -1993. It was unofficially known as the Rambo Lambo.The LM002 was an unusual departure for Lamborghini who, at the time, was primarily known for high-performance sports cars.
Lamborghini built its first Military vehicle, a prototype vehicle codenamed the "cheetah", in 1977 Lamborghini had designed the vehicle with hopes of selling it to the US military. (100 were ordered for the Libyan military & 40 went to the Saudi Arabian Army) The RAMBO-LAMBO had a V12 from the Lamborghini Countach its aggressive styling and powerful engine made it a success. Civilian models were outfitted with a full luxury package. Pirelli was commissioned to create custom run-flat Scorpion tires made specifically for the LM. supplying the fuel was (Hoover Dam) A 76 gallon fuel tank.

In July 2004 The US military used a LM002 that had belonged to Uday Hussein to simulate the effects of a car bomb The LM002 was destroyed during the test.

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Lexus 202MPH super car

The 552-horsepower Lexus LF-A supercar promises to be the rarest car ever from mass-production master Toyota. Only 500 will be built. The LF-A borrows technology -- including its V10 engine and six-speed sequential gearbox -- from the Formula 1 racing program Toyota recently abandoned. The LF-A has a top speed of 202 m.p.h.A handful of LF-As should reach U.S. customers this fall, but don't expect them to sit on the showroom floor. They're all likely to be sold in advance, despite an expected price around $350,000 before the inevitable bidding war among optimistic collectors.

Buick Regal is Back

Buick Regal (1973 - 2004) is BACK In November 2009, GM revealed the Buick Regal model at the LA Auto Show the new Regal will debut with the 2.4L Ecotec I4 rated at 182 hp. A turbocharged 2.0L Ecotec I4 rated at an estimated 220 hp will be available later this year. Both will come with 6-speed automatic transmission. Jim Frederico, chief engineer for Buick, announced that a 6-speed manual will be available shortly after launch. A hybrid variant will soon follow. The 2011 Regal will be offered only in CXL trim, with other trim levels expected for 2012. The CXL trim will start at $26,995 USD, with the CXL Turbo trim starting at $29,495. An entry-level CX trim will be available in 2012.

This site is now a "Best Of"

The main site http://www.stigza.com/ has got over 3,000 hits in the past few months. Afew weeks ago I decided only to post on stigza.com and make this site Stigza.blogspot a "Best Of" from Stigza.com

Barrett Jackosn Las Vegas

Barrett-Jackson Las Vegas

Barrett-Jaclson Las Vegas

A-Team Van facts

The GMC (vandura) used by the A-Team, with its characteristic red stripe, black and red turbine mag wheels, and rooftop spoiler, has become an enduring pop culture icon. Only six vans were used for the show that ran from 1983-1987. Early examples of the van had a red GMC logo on the front grille, and an additional GMC logo on the rear left door. Early in the second season, these logos were blacked out. It is a common error that the van is said to be all-black, whereas in fact the section above the red stripe is metallic gray; this error was even continued on most toy models of the van. The angle of the rear spoiler can also be seen to vary on different examples of the van within the series. Additionally, some versions of the van have a sunroof, whereas others, typically those used for stunts do not. Also, in many stunts where the van would surely be totaled, other makes have been used, such as a black Ford Econoline with red hubcaps painted to simulate the original red turbine mag wheels.

FIAT Chrysler

Fiat S.p.A., an acronym for Fabbrica Italiana Automobili Torino an Italian automobile manufacturer, engine manufacturer, financial and Idustrial group. Fiat was founded in 1899 by a group of investors including Giovanni Agnelli. Fiat has also manufactured railroad vehicles, tanks and aircraft. As of 2009, Fiat is the world's sixth largest carmaker as well as Italy's largest carmaker..
On 20 January 2009, Fiat S.p.A and Chrysler LLC announced that they were going to form a global alliance. Under the terms of the agreement, Fiat would take a 20% stake in Chrysler and gain access to its North American dealer network in exchange for providing Chrysler with the platform to build smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles in the US and reciprocal access to Fiat's global distribution network.
The deal is the latest maneuver by Fiat's CEO,Sergio Marchionne, who has pulled the Italian company back from the brink of collapse since taking over in 2004. Marchionne has been named CEO of the "New" Chrysler, and Jim Press, who has been with Chrysler since 2007, will probably be in charge of day-to-day operations of the company as Deputy CEO when Marchionne is in Italy.

Picture Fiat 500 which will be sold in the U.S.

Stigza Auto News : Chrysler PT Cruiser

STIGZA AUTO NEWS : Chrysler PT cruiser ends production on july 9 2010 see full story on the PT Cruiser at www.stigza.com

Stigza Auto News : Nissan

Nissan Motor Co. Japan's No. 3 automaker is due to launch a gasoline-electric Infiniti M sedan late this year. Nissan said its one-motor, two-clutch system would achieve far better fuel economy, at a much lower technical cost compared with hybrid leader Toyota's complex, two-motor system.

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Mustang Nascar debut

The Mustang makes its debut in the NASCAR Nationwide Series Race tonight at Daytona. Ford Racing is giving its drivers even more incentive to be the first Mustang winner, and take their place in Mustang racing history.

Ford North America Motorsports, announced that any Ford driver who wins Friday night’s Subway Jalapeno 250 NASCAR Nationwide Series event at Daytona International Speedway will receive their own 2011 5.0-liter Mustang GT production vehicle.