Robert asked:


Luxury car rental is on the uprise as more and more people realise the benefits and flexibility of part-time vehicle ownership. Even once-off customers, like tourists and commuting business people now look for those little extras when shopping around for executive car hire.

In the past economists and market researchers were purely interested in pinpointing the factors that affect consumers’ purchasing behaviour and would develop a variety of vehicle models to estimate the market share. They did not, however, consider their consumer group’s travel attitude and personality as factors that might influence their vehicle choice.

In recent years however, it has become very clear that in order for suppliers to market their vehicles, and most importantly – their brand – to potential buyers they would need to get inside their heads and figure out what makes them tick. As the leading American publishing and media company, Forbes took an ardent interest and did some research. Here follows a little taster of what they found.

Aston Martin DB9 (two door): Consumers who lean towards this vehicle are generally self-made and although they spend a fair amount of money on their cars they are not showy at all. Aston owners, the research revealed, are not very extroverted where their wealth is concerned. These are the sort of people who prefer to wear their designer brand on the inside label rather than splashed across the front of their jacket

Chevrolet Corvette (two door): Owners of these spunky little numbers are aggressive and seek control. They appreciate style in everything they choose to surround themselves with, whether it be cars, homes or furniture. They are successful, crave adventure and may have a fanatic streak (an estimated 95 000 people in the United States alone belong to Corvette clubs).

Honda Civic (coupe and sedan): This consumer group’s biggest hobbies are reading, domestic travel, conversation with like-minded people and going to the movies. Their foremost emotional desires include feeling secure, feeling in control of their life and ‘destiny’, having fun and enjoying a sense of freedom.

Volkswagen Jetta (sedan): In comparison with the rest of society people who purchase this car are 40% less likely to be separated from their partner, 37% more likely to use sunscreen, 65% more likely to enjoy having their car catch people’s attention and 30% more likely to recycle. They also probably take their music really seriously, partake in snowboarding and drive a little faster than recommended.

Lexus LS (sedan): The owners of this model vehicle enjoy travelling to exotic locations, exercising, reading extensively and developing themselves by taking a variety of classes. They are most probably married, family-orientated and quite wealthy – nearing retirement. Intelligence and politeness are of extreme importance in their life and they expect others to adhere as strictly to these principles as they do.

Nissan 350Z (two door): In comparison with owners of comparable sports cars this consumer group is generally younger with a smaller chance of being married. The group consists largely of black or Hispanic people who are seeking improved confidence. The safety aspect is more important to them than having a sleek ride and they are also quite likely to own a pet.

So, now you know. Next time you sign up for that car rental luxury package remember you may be giving away more of yourself than merely your choice of luxury car rental. Big Brother is watching and waiting to sort you neatly into a consumer statistic box.



Carol

Bran Xavier asked:


Corvette car is one of the most sought after car around. The elegant car is designed for people who believe in the best. However, in order to maintain that royal touch inside your car, you have to handle and secure your car seats with utmost care. One of the easiest and best ways to protect your Corvette seats is to get the custom seat covers.

The seats have to undergo several hazards and wear and tear because of regular use. The dirty, torn, and ugly seats diminish the look of your Corvette seats. The damaged seats make driving and traveling uncomfortable as well.

If you want to keep the interiors, particularly the seats of your Corvette charming all the time, you have to find the best suitable Corvette seat covers. Getting the seat covers is not a tough task, but getting the best is. In order to get desired protection of original seats, go for the custom seat covers such as Neoprene seat covers.

The custom Corvette seat covers prevents these hazards from causing harm to your original upholstery. The fabric used to make quality seat covers comes with effective protection abilities. The fabric has excellent breathability. Proper breathing is necessary to allow moisture to escape. The moisture may cause rust damage.

Another quality that makes custom tailored corvette seat covers effective is the fitting. The perfect fit is important to prevent dirt/dust, UV rays etc. If the product embraces all the contours of your car seats, it will enhance the comfort level as well. The comfortable seats are necessary to make driving hassle free and enjoyable.

Besides these features, the Corvette seat covers also offer wide range of options to choose from. There are cool selections of colors such as black, red, yellow, blue, gray, and several double-toned colors are available.

Your Corvette seat covers also come with user friendly features such as easy to install, easy to remove, wash, and dry etc. So, get the best custom seat covers for your Corvette and experience the pleasure of your driving this mean machine.



Esther

Houston05 asked:


I am looking at a classic car, I dont care too much about the engine, I lvoe the styling of the classic corvettes however. I am not comfortable with the maintainance and such of these cars and would be fine to put another engine in there. I just don’t know too much about how it works, say you found an old corvette and you replace the engine wiht tan Acura engine, would it be possible in any way to work and how much around and what issues and what kind of places could pull this sort of task off? Thanks folks

Teresa

BritLeggett asked:


Wher can you find a leather automatic shifter boot replacement for a 2005 C6 Corvette that is not leather.

James

Michele G asked:


The plot of the series was regarding a man in a black corvette who would do random acts of kindness for others. He wouldn’t ask for anything in return except that in the future, should he ever needed a favor they wouldn’t be able to turn him down.

Bradley

Okeoma Okogbue asked:


As the aftermarket industry has grown in the last few years it has become very difficult for most of us to make our vehicle stand out from the rest of others. Lambo doors or suicide doors have been appeared and reappeared over the years in the aftermarket world.

Lamboverticaldoors.com provides you huge variety of lambo doors and vertical doors including the top of the line lambo doors or cheap lambo doors. The lambo door is the name given to vertical doors. These allow you to open your car vertically and usually come in a kit.

Lambo doors system is a universal fitted hinge system that can convert your car doors to open up in lambo style. These doors aren’t actually replaced on the door hinge; therefore the car doors open vertically instead of the standard outward opening.

Many of us can do anything to enhance our car as we can change their doors with lambo doors. They are the car doors that open vertically and always regarded as luxurious. With these lambo doors people also need to buy lambo door kit. These lambo door kits include the special hinges and bolts as the door differs significantly from the way the normal doors open.  A complete lambo door kit contains door hinges and gas shocks also. These lambo doors can be opened in various degrees, ranging from 70 to 120 degrees.

If you will install a pair of lambo doors to your car then your car can get a new enhanced look. These doors can make your car stand out from the crowd.

Generally there are two main types of lambo doors differ according to their method of installation classified as bolted doors and welded doors. The bolted doors are very popular as they are easiest to install.

But remember one thing that you may have noticed in many cars also that only the front two doors of a car can be converted to lambo doors. The rear two doors can’t be converted to lambo doors.

We offer you legion of lambo door kits including 97-04 Corvette C5 Bolt-on Lambo Door Kit, 90 Degree Universal Lambo Door Kit, 99-04 Mustang Bolt-on Lambo Door Kit, 91-96 Caprice/Impala Bolt-on Lambo Door Kit and many others at very reasonable prices.

 97-04 Corvette C5 Bolt-on Lambo Door Kit includes pair of lambo door kit, a pair of heavy duty gas shocks, all installation hardware, extended wiring harness. And it doesn’t need any cutting, welding, drilling and painting and doesn’t provide any leaking, the doors will close and seal like factory. These are lifetime warranty on kit and 6 months warranty on shocks.

05-UP 300/300C/300M Bolt-on Lambo Door Kit includes pair of lambo door kit, a pair of heavy duty gas shocks, extended wiring harness when applicable,. It has also complete reversible installation.

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Yolanda

Steven S asked:


I am located in Appleton Wisconsin, South of Green Bay. What types of dealers do this?

Elizabeth

Hamid hameed asked:


e=”font-size: 12pt; font-family: "Times New Roman";”>Innotech has announced a new styling package for the C6 Corvette with additional upgrade options for the interior, brakes, wheels, suspension and engine. The design has a heavy influence from both classic and modern Italian automobiles, particularly with the front end and the flying buttresses similar to that of the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (itself borrowing heavily from vintage Prancing Horses). A speedster will follow shortly, as will Z06 and ZR1 versions.

Press release states that Innotech’s Corvettes lineup, starting in January 2009 with modified C6 Corvette coupe and convertible (based on 2005-2009 models), is for sports car enthusiasts seeking exotic body styling combined with great performance. Innotech Corvettes offer the best mix of unique styling, exiting performance and great value for money.

Compared to a stock C6 Corvette Coupe or Convertible, Innotech´s approach results in a more distinctive looking, sporting, and elegant body design, evoking an Italian lineage. Innotech Corvette features a new front and rear fascia which set it apart from competition. Combined with new Innotech rear window side louvers, the styling of the car stands out of the crowd. There is a choice of stock or louvered hood, with other distinctive body parts coming in 2009. A wide body kit will also be available for C6 Coupe and Convertible. All new Innotech body parts are made in fiberglass or carbon fiber.

Corvette interior upgrades include fine Italian or English leather and optional carbon fiber seats with leather upholstery. Innotech Corvette styling packages can be combined with various performance upgrades (from mild to wild). The engines are mated with Corvette 6-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Innotech Corvette C6 Coupe (e.g. naturally aspirated 560 hp LS3 engine) with approx. 1400 kg curb weight has one of the best power/weight ratios available. Supercharged and turbocharged versions give extreme, but streetable supercar performance. Stay tuned for the big launch next year.



Bessie

Gregg Hall asked:


The history of American sports cars is the story not only of machines, but also of the men who made and drove them. There have been many key players in the development of the modern sports car, but some stand out as truly significant figures.

Among those innovators to remember are Alexander Winton, Zora Arkus-Duntov, and John DeLorean. Each made a lasting impression on the sports car scene.

Alexander Winton

Alexander Winton was the first truly successful automotive magnate in the United States. His cars participated and excelled in virtually every major racing and touring event of the late 1890s and early 1900s. Winton cars were perceived as the model of American automotive engineering.

Winton’s success and belief in his vehicles led him to accept a challenge from an upstart from Detroit named Henry Ford. In a much-ballyhooed 1901 contest, Ford and Winton squared off in one-on-one race.

Winton’s Sweepstakes racecar suffered from mechanical problems during the contest and his two-cylinder, 28 horsepower racer finished a distant second to Ford, who found his career revitalized after the publicized victory.

Despite often being remembered as the man who lost to Ford, Alexander Winton was a true American sports car pioneer and laid the groundwork for many manufacturers who followed in his footsteps.

Zora Arkus-Duntov

After World War II, American manufacturers began to produce readily available sports cars, in contrast to the limited production, high-dollar versions from earlier in history. After Ford made a splash with the Thunderbird sports car, Chevrolet sought to capture its share of the growing market with the 1955 introduction of the Corvette.

The Corvette, whose distinctive appearance was brought to light be famous designer Harley Earl, was a beautiful package containing a ho-hum gift. The car had a two-speed automatic transmission and a standard Chevy 6 cylinder engine. Sales stagnated.

A Russian émigré and Chevrolet designer named Zora Arkus-Duntov took the reigns of the Corvette project after its second lackluster year. He redesigned the new Chevy V8 to fit in the Corvette and replaced the automatic transmission with a sportier 3-speed manual tranny. His design changes vaulted the Corvette to fame and admiration.

Arkus-Duntov continued his affiliation with Corvette, ushering it into its heyday as the most respected and admired American sports car.

John DeLorean

A brash young auto executive at Pontiac named John DeLorean had an idea. He could take the under performing Pontiac Tempest, make a few minor exterior alterations, outfit it with a big and powerful V8 engine and upgrade some of the other components. His revitalization effort turned the lowly Tempest into the Pontiac GTO—the car that sparked the muscle car era in America.

DeLorean’s efforts to build better and more interesting sports cars continued as he opened his own auto company. He introduced the stainless steel DMC-12 sports car later popularized in the Back to the Future movies. The innovative vehicle was never a hot-seller but was an inspiration for countless future designs from other automakers.

The controversial DeLorean was plotting an economy-priced plastic sports car that was never released. He passed away while the vehicle idea was still in its infancy.

Sports car enthusiasts remember cars. They can tell you the specs of many significant sports cars and can trace the history of many sports car lines. It’s important to remember these cars did not materialize from thin air. There were men behind the cars who brought them to the limelight. Three of the great innovators—Winton, Arkus-Dontav, and DeLorean deserve to be as remembered as any sports car to ever hit the road.



Sally

Mishput asked:


I have a 96 corvette and I can;t find the button to open the gas cap..

Sally