Sure, with new regs P2 cars may have even less of a chance of an overall win (heck, they had that chance reduced this year already) - and I suppose that's what keeps the sponsors interested - but just like in GT2, it doesn't necessarily take away from a great battle. At the end of the day, I think everyone will benefit from having great battles in all of the series' classes, rather than in only two.
Oh bugger...I'm in the same situation as Darryn (sort of fitting, as we're teammates). 
WOOT! Great news, deggis, thanks! Two of my fav. P2 teams, too.
The downside is that there will only be one Acura P2 car next year against (I'm guessing) 4 Porsches. Would be nice to have one or two more cars in there.
I'm wondering what engine Acura will use in their P1 cars, as there have been some speculation that it will be shared with a potential GT1 entry with the new NSX.
This series is getting better and better every weekend
That changes everything
Love touring bimmers!Edit: post #200. That took over a year, but congrats to me!
Pardon the ignorance, but can you elaborate more on Bellof's career? I tried googling him but nothing specific came up, unfortunately.
On topic, I think Vettel, Kubica and Hamilton are the best three out of the list. I also agree with aoun regarding Massa - a very respectable performance in Monaco's rain. Remember that he had a rebuilt car at Silverstone, so hard to tell if it was driver's fault completely. I admit that I'm a Massa fan and hope he clinches the title(s), but since he's been in F1 for a while, he doesn't quite fit on the list, I guess.
I wouldn't call that dive bombing. Sure it wasn't very clean, but #45 opened a gap on the right and 71 was right up there. Then 45 tightened the line even though he had room on the left. I guess when you're on the limit like that and it's the last lap, the brain is in kind of hibernation mode.
Just watched the race. It felt a little slow going at first but as it usually happens with ALMS, the further you go, the better it gets. The finish was epic! 
Very very pleased with Brabs' finish (I'm becoming a serious fan of this guy!) but kind of bummed about De Ferran's misfortune. After all they've been through, it would be nice to see them win.
BTW, a little upset about the 30 sec. penalty handed to #71 for contact with #45 at the end. It looked like #45 actually closed the door on Muller.
Very very pleased with Brabs' finish (I'm becoming a serious fan of this guy!) but kind of bummed about De Ferran's misfortune. After all they've been through, it would be nice to see them win.BTW, a little upset about the 30 sec. penalty handed to #71 for contact with #45 at the end. It looked like #45 actually closed the door on Muller.
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Let the sun set and that'll be a scene from NFS
I loved the qualifying. Pretty intense battle among the top cars. It's just a bit of a pity that we only see the top runners, but none of the midfield pack. I was also kind of puzzled by the way the final results were displayed. Instead of showing lap times, they were displaying the average speed over the lap...WTF? 
And what's up with only showing top 5 cars in class?
The broadcasts need improvement, IMO, but even as is, it's great to be able to watch qualifying. The commentators were extremely enthusiastic
And for those who missed it (but still give a damn), SPEED will do a similar thing for next week's Detroit GP. Qualifying is on Friday at 4:30 US Eastern time.
And what's up with only showing top 5 cars in class?The broadcasts need improvement, IMO, but even as is, it's great to be able to watch qualifying. The commentators were extremely enthusiastic
And for those who missed it (but still give a damn), SPEED will do a similar thing for next week's Detroit GP. Qualifying is on Friday at 4:30 US Eastern time.
You mean "Power and twitchy handling vs. twitchy handling"?
When DC becomes F1 World Champion
Aww, crap! And I was gonna blame my lack of speed on my computer.
Well done, STROBE. My favorite is probably #6. Great DOF and awesome colours!
DWB, beautiful scenery over in Santa Fe!
DWB, beautiful scenery over in Santa Fe!
What a bummer for Felipe. Such a great race he was having...
You're giving us too much!
On topic: voted for Kubica, but Vettel, Alonso and Heidfeld belong there as well.
Don - really top stuff!
And, since I came across this thread, a few photos of a street parked Fiat Nuova 500. Tata Nano may be larger
(mrogers - you can't cut melted butter with this one's sharpness :razz
Cheers,
And, since I came across this thread, a few photos of a street parked Fiat Nuova 500. Tata Nano may be larger
(mrogers - you can't cut melted butter with this one's sharpness :razzCheers,
Just watched the race. What great battles across the field. Very very fun! Really happy with Brahbam snatching the win from Timo (guess I root for the underdogs). Nice pics, too!
Here's one I did today.
LX4: for when you think you can drive
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LX4: for when you think you can drive
^ looks good, Lynce, but I think the writing on the brake caliper is the wrong way
That's a great idea. I've been having lots of fun with LX4 in the past few days. I struggle to keep it under control most of the time, but when you do get it right, it's immensely satisfying. I take it server will be up and running in the evenings US time?
As to the track suggestions, I have to agree with the Fern bay idea, especially the black config. Tight and twisty. Just what LX needs!
I've been having lots of fun with LX4 in the past few days. I struggle to keep it under control most of the time, but when you do get it right, it's immensely satisfying. I take it server will be up and running in the evenings US time?As to the track suggestions, I have to agree with the Fern bay idea, especially the black config. Tight and twisty. Just what LX needs!
FGED GREDG RDFGDR GSFDG