Monday, October 20, 2008

Ronnie Peterson,F2

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acrylic on paper 7x5"
Super Swede, Ronnie Peterson
winning his first F2 race.
March 712,Rouen 1971

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Shadow DN-4

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acrylic on paper 5x8"

Jackie Oliver,Shadow DN-4 CanAm 1974




Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Japanese Grand Prix 08

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acrylic on paper 8x9"

The winner was unexpected,
Alonso and Renault did another great job
The FIA penalties were as bad as ever,
this time Massa got an extra point for crashing into Bourdais
and the best bit...wait for it...
Bridgestone is solving global warming by putting green stripes on their tyres...genius!

Friday, October 10, 2008

Best Tops for Every Jeep, Trucks and SUV Owners

Did you know that Jeeps, 4x4s and trucks have always been known for their abilities off-road? And they are also popular with its endurance. It is the reason why vehicle owners put much effort in putting accessories and modifying their rides to make it more appealing compare to the others.


Now, Jeeps are widely open, jeep enthusiast look for the most suitable tops for their vehicles. It is another way to jazz up your rugged vehicle and a sure way to protect you and your passengers against accident. These best tops vehicle make can be used and installed for jeep, truck and SUV's. Whatever weather you may encounter on the road, you are assured that your top got you covered.


Do what you think is the most affordable and most practical modification in your rig. Doing an overhaul in your exterior by adding a top that will give you an eye-catching vehicle and a more comfortable ride is one good tip. It is not only your protection from inevitable weather and corrosion. It will also prevent your vehicle's rig from unwanted damages due to pollution, air pressure and other elements.


Forget old stuff, out of style Jeeps or trucks behind. Now is the time to jazz it up, make a good modification and put a magic touch on it. Put a bestop vehicle make and other accessories that will not only provide style and elegance, but also various benefits on your rig's functionality.


A lot of reliable online and offline parts and accessories stores are out there. Be sure to find the right tops that will exactly fit to your type of vehicle and those that are easy to assemble and maintain.

Thursday, October 9, 2008

Alan Jones

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Another Williams streetfighter,Alan Jones,Long Beach 1978

Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Nico Rosberg

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The new Singapore track was very inspiring,so exciting to see the cars flashing by under the spot lights.

Here is Nico Rosberg,who was electric on his way to 2nd

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sometimes these pesky scans

don't do the paintings any justice...

still musn't grumble,it is great to share


Thursday, October 2, 2008

AC Cobra 212 S/C Sports Car 3506 cc V8 Twin Turbo (Lotus) Engine



AC Cobra 212 S/C

The AC Cobra 212 S/C used the ultra low weight of the advanced Formula One carbon fibre body technology pioneered on the AC Cobra MKIV CRS. High performance Avon tyres have been selected to create a special road/race package for the AC Cobra 212 S/C to ensure that the output of the Lotus V8 reaches the road.Powering the AC 212 S/C is a 350 bhp Lotus engineered 3.5 Litre, V8, Twin Turbo engine mated to a 6 speed gearbox all hidden under a carbon fiber body.
John Owen says,"With the AC 212 S/C we've been able to bring together three tremendous assets in the same package".
AC Car Group Limited's Chief Engineer and the man who earlier led the Lotus design team which conceived the V8 unit. "We've got the ultimate sports car looks of the iconic AC Cobra. We've developed the pioneering F1 carbon fibre technology from the CRS. And we've mated all of this to one of the most powerful engines available today - the Lotus V8."
The car develops 350 bhp at 6,500 rpm and 295 lb ft of torque at 4,000 rpm. It drives through a Tremec T56 six-speed manual gearbox and BTR Hydratrak final drive (ratio 3.73:1) to the rear axle. Power steering is standard together with AP Racing dual circuit servo-assisted ventilated discs all round.The specifications of the AC Cobra 212 S/C model reflects the power of the 3.5 litre Lotus engine with twin Garratt turbochargers.
"The AC Cobra 212 S/C is a hugely valuable addition to our line up of models which so proudly display their AC Cobra pedigree", said Mike Hall, AC Car Group Limited's Joint Chairman. "