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Friday, May 23, 2014 Richmond Review · Page 13
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welcome to the driver’s seat.
Look for more driveway features and information online at
drivewayBC.cato advertise in this weekly featurecall today at 604.247.3704
Safety Tip:As high school seniors prepare for graduation, it’s important that parents make sure their teens are also planning for a side ride home after all of their festivities. Grads often treat themselves to limousine rides but make sure
they have a plan if they’ll be going to any other celebrations.
Question of the WeekWhich car from your youth would you like to restore and drive?
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Restoring a rare Mustang to magnifi cenceEverybody remembers their first car but very few people hold onto that set of wheels long into adult life.Tsawwassen resident Laura Ballance still has her 1967 Ford Mustang T5 but it has not turned a tire in years and has fallen into a state of disrepair.The public relations executive’s passion for automo-biles began at an early age, growing up in a house-hold with a father who was very interested in cars and particularly the Ford marque. By age four, she already knew what a Ford Mustang was and, as she approached 16, she wanted to own and drive one.
“In the mid-80s my father and I started looking for
a Mustang to restore together and in 1986 I found a ‘67 Mustang in the local paper,” says Laura, the pres-ident of the Laura Ballance Media Group.“The next day, we went to Surrey to look at the ‘67 notchback
that was for sale for $600. My dad negotiat-ed it for $450
and we began working nights and weekends restoring it. My dad was not a body man or mechanic and was self-trained but was handy, so we figured it out as we went along. “I spent many hours passing tools to my dad as he worked on the car. It is some of the best hours of my life, true quality time with my dad. I official-ly received the car as a graduation present.” Laura drove the car throughout grade 11 and 12 and during her early years as a journalist.“Eventually I purchased a new car and my Mustang went into storage as old cars often do. I got married, had children and a 1967 Mustang wasn’t conducive to car seats and strollers. “The 50th anniversary of the Mustang coincides with my oldest daughter receiving her driving license in 2014, so for the past five years I’ve been looking for someone or a compa-ny to restore my Mustang.”One of her clients, Jason Heard, of the Vancouver Classic Car Show and Sale, recommended 360 Fabrication in Abbotsford. The boys at 360 are now working their magic on this rare car and Laura will
get her wish to parade the beauty at upcoming Mustang 50th anniversary celebrations.The car will have its grand unveiling at the Vancouver Collector Car Show and Auction at the Pacific National Exhibition grounds in June.Over the next few weeks, we will reveal that this is not just any Mustang (one of only 453 built in 1967) and walk you through its restoration pro-cess. One that is a daunting experience for many seasoned car collectors let alone a proud mother with a passion for her old car. The world of automo-tive restoration is fraught with prob-lems; the one that comes to mind is the final invoice. An old rule of thumb for the realists has been to get an estimate and then double or triple it!
We will see how this exciting project plays out between now and mid-June.
Nigel Matthews is the director of sales and marketing for Hagerty Insurance Canada. [email protected]
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‘‘ By age four, Laura Ballance already knew what a Ford Mustang was and, as she approached 16, she wanted to own and drive one.’’by Nigel Matthews
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otice
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ase/
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driveway
by Keith Morgan
The words performance and Volvo rarely appear in the same sentence but the new 2015 V60 Sportswagon R-Design should change the perception that the Swedish manufacturer is only capable of producing reliable and safety conscious products to the exclusion of excitement.
This performance oriented T6 AWD version pumps out 325 horsepower, topping the base T6 by 25 horses and a massive 75 more than the four-cylinder and fuel efficient base T5.
A week aboard this wagon showed it to be a very sporty machine on the high-way and at its utilitarian best in the city.
Combine some paddle shift action with the auto transmission in Sport mode and you can push the car from zero to 100 clicks in about six seconds. Taking the V60 at speed around the twisties along the Sea to Sky Highway demonstrated its excellent road holding and handling capabilities, courtesy of corner traction control. Ergonomic seats ensure the driv-er is also firmly gripped in those corners. Gee, I forgot I was in a Volvo.
But before we run away with the idea that Volvo has abandoned what it is best known for; it should be mentioned that there is an option to add the world’s first Cyclist Detection and auto brake technology to the line! – That most certainly makes it a Vancouver car, given
that city’s love for all-thing-cycling.This coupe-like wagon looks good
too. A wide grille greets you and the classic Volvo-V shaped sculpted hood is still there but cleaner contemporary styled lines that flow back towards the traditional taillights support it.
Inside the designers drew cues from contemporary Scandinavian furniture, featuring wood and leather. The rear seats fold down in three 40/20/40 seg-ments so adding still more space to the already generous 430 litres to the rear of the seats. Parents of young children will like the two-stage pop up integrated booster cushions.
Volvo has 60 years of experience producing wagons and that shows in
this line. The inclusion of the fun factor in the R-Design version is a smart move for a company trying to win new friends among affluent car buyers. Make no mistake these are prestige vehicles with a fitting price tag.
The base four-cylinder models start at around $42,000 and the R-Design driven by your truly topped $51,000.
I’ve also driven – if briefly – other Volvos equipped with the new Drive-E four-cylinder engines, mated to 8-speed auto transmissions, and they are remark-able. They offer a performance more akin to a typical 6. So, give the base models a shot if you are not looking for a pulsat-ing ride in a Volvo. Did I just say that?
2015 Volvo V60 Sportswagon R-Design.
Performance-oriented Volvo Sportswagon is no oxymoron
How to get noticed in Monte Carloby Alexandra Straub
Monte Carlo, Monaco: Everywhere you look, wealth abounds.
The parking spaces in front of the Hotel de Paris and Casino Monte Carlo, Monaco, are filled with vehicles no less than $200K. Or should I say 200,000 Euros? I’m feeling a lot out of place.
Ferraris, Maseratis, Bentleys, Porsches, Bugattis (yes plu-ral) and other exotic vehicles seem to be a dime a dozen, as it were! Even the taxis are premium makes and models.
How do you get noticed in an area where such opulent sheet metal resides? The answer is simple: the 2015 Ducati Diavel.
You can hear them coming from a mile away (sorry, 1.60934 kilometres if we are to be Continentally Correct). The devilish Ducati, even with the stock exhaust—which is new for the 2015 model year—could easily conjure sinister thoughts.
A flock of Carbon White-trimmed Diavels set out to congregate in the main plaza of Monte Carlo. That’s where our press briefing would take place. On the way to the gathering point, the adventure took us through a section of the F1 Grand Prix track. Hairpins, winding roads and silky smooth tarmac paved the way for us.
A reflective feeling overrides my senses while manipulat-ing the same roads as some of motorsports’ greatest driver. It’s surreal. For a moment, I feel like a champion. Though, that moment lasted longer than I anticipated.
The Bologna-based brand’s revised sport cruiser is one that commands attention. Even if you don’t want to look, its black hole-like nature won’t let your gaze escape. Be-sides, you’ve already been hooked by its exhaust note and the mellifluous sound from its 1,198 cc engine, so it’s too late to even attempt to look away.
Within moments of parking these bikes, crowds amassed. Never mind the Porsche GT2 RS a few metres away. The Ducatis are stealing all the attention and for good reason.
Styling-wise, they have matured since its introduction in 2012. Though it is immediately recognizable, it has been tweaked. There’s now full LED illumination, a new head-lamp cover and mounting and more,
Giving the strong road presence that it has is its com-manding and bulbous body, matched with a 240 rear tire; a tire that was specifically made in conjunction with Pirelli for the Diavel.
Though it might look like a handful, it’s not. And if a “handful” was measured in weight, you’re only looking at, or handling, 205 kg (452 lbs.)
Speaking of hands, its handling is quite superb. Taking on the twisty roads won’t leave you scraping pegs like other cruisers. And with 3 modes (sport, touring and urban) to channel the 162 horsepower (100 hp if you’re in urban mode) from Ducati’s new Testastretta 11° DS engine, it won’t take off on you without your consent.
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driveway
by Zack Spencer
This all-new BMW X5 is the latest version of the mid-sized luxury SUV that helped the manufac-turer expand into markets beyond those where luxury, performance sedans reside.
Some younger readers might not remember a time when BMW, and other German makers, never had SUVs. But it wasn’t too long ago that the original X5 came out and transformed the Bavarian automaker into more of a full-line manufacturer. Ever since they started making SUVs, their sales have not retreated. As is stands right now, the X5 combines two classes of SUV, the mid-size 5-seat market and the 7-seat marketplace. Truth be told, this should really be looked at as a 5-seater, there will be a new, bigger 7 passenger BMW coming in the next year or so.Looks
When you look at this new model, it is instantly recognizable with just
small changes such as more accent lines. I had a chance to park it next to the smaller X3 and, other than the front grille and headlights, they share a striking resemblance to each other, this is just a bigger version of that wildly popular SUV. All X5 models come standard with 19-inch wheels but BMW packages their products to be offered with bigger wheels depend-ing on whether they want the sport package or not. Around the back, the same clamshell lift gate found on the last two versions remains intact. The top flips
up and the bottom drops down. It makes it a reach to get inside the cargo area but many owners like this feature for sliding items in and out and being able to sit on the tailgate. Inside
The inside of the X5 is a study in small changes that pay big dividends. The centre screen is huge, the iDrive controller is bigger and navigating around this system is much easier than it has been in past versions. The materials used inside the cabin are first rate. The wide and relatively flat dash makes the cabin feel huge
and the big comfortable seats make for an effortless place to spend time.
As mentioned, the X5 can be equipped with a third row of seats but they are not that great for space, the GL-Class from Mercedes is a much better option. When equipped with a just 5-seats the cargo space is vast, this is a big rig. Drive
There are three different version of the X5, two that are very popular and the V8 version that is almost over-kill. My test unit was the Xdrive 50 and it’s powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.4L V8 engine. This pro-duces a whopping 445hp and 479 lb.-ft. of torque. And this thing flies, it is so fast and stable, it makes this big rig dance in every situation. In addition, there are various driving modes that setup the engine’s response, the steering feel and the suspension stiffness. Even in the most relaxed setting this V8 engine is always up a quick passing manouevre. Yes this is a blast to drive but 445hp is a lot, maybe too much. For gasoline buyers the 3.0L 6-cylinder turbo model is more practical. With 300hp and 300 lb-ft. of torque, the XDrive 35 can make a run to 100km/h in just 6.6 seconds. Not bad for a 6-cylinder. The XDrive 35d turbo diesel should prove to be the most popular. The 3.0L diesel has 413 lb.-ft. or torque and sips fuel. The diesel X5 can make a run to 100km/h in 7.6 seconds but achieves just 8.7L/100km in mixed city and highway driving. All models come with an 8-speed automatic to help get the most out of each litre of fuel.Verdict
All X5 models can be equipped with several dif-ferent packages like sport packages, luxury packages and more. So starting at $63,000 and up, the base price can be a bit mislead-ing. This is an expensive product but a superbly well designed and engineered one. To be honest, other than the price, there is a lot to like here, this is a great BMW. It is so well put together, it drives superbly and it comes with three equally good engines. If you are in the market for a big luxury SUV, the new X5 does a lot [email protected]
The 2014 BMW X5 is superbly engineered and well designed.
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