Last entry, I talked about the M3 feeling a bit lacking in the power department. The S50B30US was never a monster, with a rated output of 240 hp and 225 lb-ft. It’s not bad, but not great, especially by modern standards. This build wasn’t meant to create huge amounts of power, but instead to create […]
It has been a while since we last saw my E36 M3 project car. With every project, there are surprises that come along. It’s inevitable. But sometimes these issues can be a lot more serious than originally expected. But after the basic maintenance items, we turned our attention to getting the car fit for use […]
There has been much talk and turmoil regarding new laws that may or may not outlaw everything from license plate covers to adjustable coilovers and everything in between. It’s been a long time since I’ve put thought to screen, and this, I think, merits a comeback. Let’s get one thing out of the way right […]
Before I begin, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to Paul Walker – God rest his soul – not only for portraying characters in films that have been a part of my life (the Fast and the Furious movies, Pleasantville, Varsity Blues), but for his generosity and humanitarian efforts through the organization Reach Out […]
Here’s an idea I totally ripped off from my favorite sports blog, Grantland. I call this the Petrolhead YouTube Hall of Fame. Every so often, I’ll induct five new car-related videos I saw on YouTube that left an impression on me. There are, however, some ground rules: first, no videos of irresponsible driving in public […]
We call them JDM, but in the United States, they call them imports. The term can mean any car make that isn’t American, but when you say the term “import” to a gearhead (the American term for “petrolhead”), they usually think Honda, Nissan, Toyota, Subaru or Mazda. The Japanese makes still dominate the import scene, […]
The SEMA Show is 100,000 square meters of petrolhead heaven. I saw every single display, every car, and took thousands of photos. I normally write a lot, but this time, I’ll let the pics do the talking. First up: my top 5 exotic cars of SEMA 2013. Honorable Mention: Number 5: De Tomaso Pantera Racer […]
Preparing for SEMA is a huge part of getting the most out of the show. For most of us Filipinos, a trip to SEMA could very well be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so squeezing every last ounce of this incredible experience is incredibly important. The show lasts four days, so you might be tempted into thinking […]
The world-famous Specialty Equipment Market Association Show in Las Vegas, better known as the SEMA Show, is a bucket list event for any petrolhead. It’s a giant celebration of all things automotive, as well as a showcase for auto manufacturers, tuners, and parts makers of all sorts. There is a catch: SEMA is not open […]
Quite frankly, I’d like to say “I’ll take on of each, please,” but that would be a lame cop-out. The debate between the M3 and the 2.3-16v is basically the story of how the 1980’s era Deutsche Tourenwagen Meisterschaft (DTM for us normal folk) turned into the legendary series it has become. But before I […]
