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SCP7 October 13-15 in Montreal Canada's Olympic Stadium
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MPIRE writes "Hi all,
I'm excited to extend an invitation to you all to attend SCP7 in Montreal October 13-15, 2006 at Olympic Stadium.
It is still a month and a half away but the excitement surrounding this three day extravaganza is beginning to build. Regarded as "the Canadian SEMA" and "Canadian Sport Compact Mecca", already we have some of the top East Coast Car Clubs in the US; New Image Motorsports, TWCompetition, Team Emotion, WR Team and Hitech to name a few and they are all coming representing in strong numbers because it is also the www.NationalCustomCarAssociation.com 2006 Eastern Conference Finals, worth 4x the points, which means alot to these car competitors in the points chase. This ensures that nothing but the hottest cars, no one has seen in Canada, will be in attendance. All the more reason for all of you harcore builders to come out and represent the best of the best.
We are calling all car clubs to come out and bring their hottest rides (no hack-job specials… just real deal quality rides). Trust me if you are within driving distance of this show, it is worth checking out for yourself, plus Montreal is a great party city to spend a weekend in.
We'd love to see you all take part in the whole SCP experience, be a part of this excitement because it will be the ultimate experience for you guys as a car club/car builder/car enthusiast to take part in. *Please see attached newsletter to see what I mean*
Here's what I'd like to accomplish if you guys are interested in joining us:
- contact information and photos for each of your team's members and their vehicles for selection process
- completed registration forms (available at this link CLICK HERE FOR OFFICIAL REGISTRATION FORM) for each of your members ideally by September 15, 2006
FYI. Just a couple of things we want to let you know. We will have 24 hour secured parking for your truck and trailer and this is a 4x point NCCA East Coast Conference Final.
Every registration will receive 1 jug of Castrol Syntec, bottle of Meguiar's, an Official SCP7 Competitor Shirt, 2 VIP passes (also grants access to all participating bars&clubs)
and the first 200 registrations will also receive the newest Racemode Lifestyle Shirt.
So please do not hesitate should you have any questions or concerns, we are in the office 1.800.310.4028 between 10am-6pm or via mobile 416.885.2544.
Thanks in advance, check us out online at www.sportcompactperformance.com and I look forward to making arrangements for you all for this coming SCP7 for October 13-15, 2006 at Olympic Stadium in Montreal.
Thanks again.
Michael Masangkay
Communications Director/ Vehicle Manager
Team SCP
www.sportcompactperformance.com
michael@sportcompact.ca
office:1.800.310.4028
mobile: 416.885.2544
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A Bad Image
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Anonymous writes " In the fall of 2005, a woman in her thirties was driving her motorcycle along the French Village road, when an on coming vehicle taking to sharp of a corner drove over the yellow line into her lane, forcing her into the ditch. The accident left her with several broken bones and a bike beyond repair. The vehicle has been identified as a red Honda Civic with tinted windows. The driver of the Civic, perhaps unaware of the occurrence (unlikely) continued driving.
The woman has since reported the accident with a description of the car to the local police department.
Its occurrences like this that leave the car enthusiasts with a bad image of street racers and irresponsible drivers.
Let’s be a little more careful this coming season and a little more responsible for ourselves and those we share the road with.
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Used Cars:
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Anonymous writes "Thinking about a used car extended warranty? Nervous about what's under the hood? Used car dealers are feeling your pain all the way to the bank. In an ironic twist, "pre-owned vehicle" dealers have found a way to profit from their bad reputation.
No, they're not just selling overpriced used car extended warranties anymore. They're charging a 10%-25% markup on used cars "certified" (by them) not to be pieces of junk. The accompanying "certified" used car warranties in fact usually carry much less protection than the best used car warranties, which you can buy yourself online. Who needs a used car warranty if your jalopy is a "certified" machine?
But even paying 10%-25% more won't eliminate risk. Thorough extended warranties for used cars are necessary, "certified" or not. In some cases, a half-hearted inspection means the certification may not be worth the paper it's written on. Used car problems often only appear months or years after purchase. That's why even for mint used cars, used car extended warranties are essential.
Worse, "certified" used cars don't always come with any extended used car warranty coverage. When a "certified" used car warranty is included, it usually has much less coverage than a new car warranty. Even most standard pre-owned vehicle extended warranties offer much more protection than most "certified" used car warranties.
You can almost always do better on your own. An independent inspection and a used car extended warranty provide better peace of mind, often at a lower price.
"Certified" Used Car Inspections Inspected
The cornerstone of a "certified" used car program is the supposedly super-thorough inspection. There are good reasons to think that the inspection does not replace an independent inspection or used car extended warranty coverage.
Are inspections really added value? Don't you wonder why dealers aren't inspecting all their cars before taking delivery themselves? Car dealers aren't idiots, at least not with cars. Anyone who's had to haggle over a trade-in knows that. The big question is whether the dealership will disclose everything it knows. Trust is still an issue with "certified" cars.
Certified by whom? Think about it: the same people who are trying to sell you the car are also "certifying" it. Yes, you read right: the "certification" is usually done by the dealership selling the car. If there's any manufacturer oversight, it's often just an occasional inspection of the dealer's inspection.
Duplicate inspection. You should have any used car, "certified" or not, thoroughly inspected by an independent mechanic. You're up against an industry that demonstrates about as much trustworthiness as, well, used car dealers. Do not give up your first line of defense.
Limits of inspections. No inspection in the world can foresee every possible problem. Oftentimes, something that breaks a few months after purchase really was fine when the car was sold--or was virtually undetectable. When--not if--something gives out, you'd better have a used car extended warranty.
"Certified" Used Car Warranty Coverage under the Hood
The implied selling point of "certified" used cars is they won't break. That kind of makes used car extended warranties seem unnecessary. Naturally, some buyers may wonder what will be happen if something does break anyway. In order to ease those inquiring minds, "certified" used car warranties often come included, or are at least implied. Sadly, too few people will inquire further about what the "certified" used car warranty covers.
Does certified mean "under warranty"? Not necessarily. The major manufacturers' "certified" programs usually include some extended warranty protection. But oftentimes, "certified" cars sold outside of manufacturers' programs do not come with any extended warranty coverage. If it does break, tough luck.
How good's the warranty? The GM Certified Used Vehicle Warranty is only for 3 months or 3,000 miles! Ford offers longer "certified" warranties. But they generally aren't bumper-to-bumper, covering only the "power train." Forget about the little extras like the roof or the doors. Right off the internet, you can buy extended warranty used car coverage that is generally bumper-to-bumper and lasts several years.
"Certified" Used Cars: Extended Warranties Still Needed
"Certified" used cars offer two things: an inspection and a used car extended warranty. Arguably, neither is worth the price.
Inspection. Let's face reality. The junky used car problem doesn't exist for want of dealer inspections. Lemons get sold for one of three reasons. a) The defect did not show up in the dealer's own inspection. b) The dealer is trying to sell a car whose defects were already known. Or sometimes c) the buyer knows about the defects but is guilty of wishful thinking. In none of these cases will a "certified" inspection provide the protection of an independent inspection and extended used car warranty.
Warranty. A "certified" used car will often cost 10%-25% more. For a $10,000 used car, that's $1,000-$2,500. An extended used car warranty from an independent auto warranty company will often cost about the same. But the best used car warranties will provide a lot more protection than "certified" used car warranties. Given that fact, you may end up getting an independent extended car warranty anyway.
Worst of all, certified used cars come with an expensive risk. They tempt you to let your guard down. Ford even issued a press release headlined "Pre-Owned Vehicle Program Reduces Customer Buyer Beware." As if that were a good thing.
Of course, in the end, you may buy a "certified" used car anyway. These days it seems there are fewer and fewer used cars that aren't "certified." Just make sure to get an independent inspection and an independent used car extended warranty. "Certified" or not, it's still a used car.
Joel Walsh, freelance automotive writer."
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SpeedSport East: April 23rd, 2005
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Posted by CRXChic on Thursday, April 28 @ 13:09:04 EDT (808 reads)
(Read More... | Score: 4.33)
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VW_Duce writes "This past weekend I had the honour of attending my very first SpeedSport East car show. I have to say that it was very good and here is why.
For the avid car enthusiast whether it would be imports or not, this show had lots to see. First, it started out with the classic and drag cars. Some Camaros and Mustangs, Dodges and a Mini Minor gave any enthusiast the variety you would want. The paint jobs were unreal (the green skull), the tires were typical, it was what you'd expect on those sides of the floor. 2 out of 3 sections were domestic, and the food wasn't that great except for the Nachos, and the best car on that side was the one with the mirror under it. Pretty cool but not what I was looking for.
Now to the exciting part. Welcome to the hopping side 3 of 3. The import section! The second you hit this side you see what a car show like this should really be. The music and culture hits you, hot chicks everywhere. Getting your picture taken with some models (thanks Phil). Life is good. The cars, better.
If you look in the EGallery you'll see what I am talking about. The cars were off the hook! Civics, Neons, and VW's oh my!! Makes me wish I had more ca$h. Especially that yellow car (Integra?) that was for sale. Yum. The import side of things, or better yet, the Sport Compact side of things really gets the desire going for everyone to keep building on a great hobby. Kudos are well in hand for all who love our little piece of the world, the Sport Compacts.
In closing, I have to say the BEST part, the 5 out of 5, was the conduct of the East Coast Compacts Team on the cruise up. If someone got ahead, they waited up. If people needed to stop, everybody stopped, it was excellent. Communicating as a team, travelling as a team, being a team. That's what it comes down to.
As the year progresses I certainly hope that when Sport Compact Nights comes around, that we have 3 times the turn out and the TEAM Trophy comes home with us.
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AN ECCompacts Creed.
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VW_Duce writes "It’s all about driving
Racing the precious ride
With some 40 series tires
Keeping grip at your side
Putting the foot to the floor
Just nailing on the gas
Opening up the NOS
A fellow ricer you have passed
Body kits for the looks
Turbos creating more speed
Intakes and headers
More parts we all need
Whether it’s American muscle
With a four-fifty-four
Or a tricked out import
Racing you door to door
It’s all for common interest
That’s why we’re here
Posting on ECCompacts
About the cars we call dear
So get out to the road or the track
Open up the NOS like your car’s on crack
Put the foot to the floor, cars you will pass
Look in the rear view, you just kicked ass.
Written June 25th, 2004 by VW_Duce."
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