I'm back!

[VS.BERLINA]

what just because old mate drives a ferrari he can go through red lights and drive over crossings and people have to stop for him??? :D

[cyph]

chris - bloody nicely

5 cylinder 2L turbo. 220bhp. Mmm mmm mmm.

It's FWD, but it corners really really nicely.

[Captiva Fan]

Wasn't the Fiat Coupé the first of the cars where the "it's a FWD, but it corners nicely" thing was actually true? The Fiat was probably around before the FTO, as well.
And yeah, lots of Multiplas (the ugly people-mover) in Italy & France ... they're pig-ugly, but seem very space-efficient. They're amazingly wide for their length, IMHO.


By the way ... am I a wimp, or is it good to be back in Australia after being in Europe? I mean, it's fun being there, but there are so many things you take for granted ... like not being ripped off by a shopkeeper because they know you know they speak your language, etc.

[macquered]

Originally posted by Chris

cyph: The one that looks like the Fiat copy of an FTO GPX.. and the Taxi they use (can't remember what it's called), with foglights UNDER the windscreen! Ugh.

The Multipla?

They are supposed to be pretty damn good for their intended purpose, but I agree.....they look bloody odd. Interesting though =)

[peal]

Originally posted by Chris
peal: Yeah.. it was just absolutely, indescribably cool. You'll love it! Where are you going again?

If all goes to plan, next year I should be going to whistler, b.c, with my girlfriend. I really want to go hiking in the himalayan mountains, or to somewhere really different from the western society that we're all so used to, that, IMO, is what true travelling is really about. Broadening ones perspective on life and opening your eyes about other cultures.

[dhs]

Originally posted by Chris
dhs: Yeah. Mental. But I've never smelled so much dope! Everyone in the damn stands was high, I swear... pity it was a 0-0 draw, but the atmosphere! It was just awesome.

Sounds like my kinda game.. Seriously though it's probably better high then drunk. I know I'd rather 50,000 high soccer fans then 50,000 angry drunken ones. Especially with some of the footage you see of soccer riots over there!

[BALISTC]

Originally posted by Chris
BALISTC: Haha, sod off mate. Got the invite yet? Is that front-mount in your avatar real?! Looks awesome.. or is it a photochop?

Got it mate, Mandee and I will be attending :D

Not my car in my avatar, its the MY02 STi off the Hyperflow website...for $2350 with everything, not a bad deal!! Me thinks I'll be getting that FMIC

[BALISTC]

Originally posted by VS.BERLINA
what just because old mate drives a ferrari he can go through red lights and drive over crossings and people have to stop for him??? :D

HAHAHAHA, thats just how Italy is :p

[RUN18T]

Man - where are the Italian ladies???!!!

[cyph]

Originally posted by Forg
Wasn't the Fiat Coupé the first of the cars where the "it's a FWD, but it corners nicely" thing was actually true? The Fiat was probably around before the FTO, as well.

No idea but damn they are fun to drive. Especially the 20v turbo plus edition, with the full leather recaro interior, 6 speed gearbox, and it even has a starter button, which I think is the ultimate in cool :D

[peal]

Originally posted by RUN18T
Man - where are the Italian ladies???!!!

At the barber getting a shave

[BALISTC]

Hmmmmm typical stereotyping....not all Italian girls are hairy

[peal]

Have you seen a single 'older' italian lady without a mustache or beard?

(or reminents of)

[BALISTC]

Yes, yes I have..

[peal]

dam :D