Well, it is not the prehistoric reptilian creature, it’s a type vehicle.

Finally, our fellow Canadian auto enthusiasts got something that draws my attention. Browsing at autoblog.com, I found this recent post that talk about a weird Canadian-made vehicle that was unveiled at the 2007 Montreal International Auto Show. The weird car (or motorcycle.. or whatever type of vehicle you call it) was named T-Rex, (although ironically it doesn’t feature an aggressive and intimidating look as its dinosaur counterpart) was already out in the market since 1996 and the Canadian automaker revamped the vehicle for the 2007 model year.

The T-Rex will roar on the streets featuring new lights, new instrument gauges, and covered engine along with optional equipments including carbon-fiber body-kits, wind deflector, and larger outboard storage bins.

Check out the detailed specs of the T-Rex. You can also try to look for Extang RT Cover online for replacement.

Body: Reinforced fiberglass plastic-sandwich construction, carbon fiber windscreens and headrests.

Cockpit: Side-by-side 2-person seating, adjustable backs, adjustable foot-pedal box, 3-point retractable safety belts.

Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 90in(2286mm); Width: 78in.(1981mm); Length: 138in.(3500mm); Height: 42in.(1067mm); Dry Weight: 900lbs (410kg).

Chassis: Multi-tubular steel chassis frame. Engine: 1164cc Inline 4 cylinder, DOHC, with Ram-Air. Transmission: Sequential 6-Speed close ratio gear box, purpose designed reverse gear, rear wheel torque damper. Front suspension: Unequal opposed triangular arms, adjustable dampers with coil overs, sway bar. Rear suspension: Swinging arm, dual adjustable dampers with coil overs. Steering: Rack and pinion (2.75 turns lock-to-lock), leather steering wheel.

Brakes;
Front discs: Cross-drilled discs, 11in.(280mm) diameter, 4-piston aluminum calipers. Rear discs: Cross-drilled disc, 10in.(254mm) diameter, 2-piston aluminum caliper. Wheels and Tires : Aluminum 16"x7" front, 17"x10" rear, 205/45/ZR16 front tires, 285/40/ZR17 rear tire.

Fuel Capacity: 7.5 US gal. (28L). Performance: 0-60 mph: 4.1 sec. Top speed: 140 mph. Lateral acceleration: over 1 g.

 

 

Look at that! I found this picture on the net a while ago when I was browsing the net to look for quality headlights & tail lights for my Toyota car. But before I found what I was actually searching for, I landed to a site that featured this particular car. It isn’t just a conventional car, is it?

This is the Pininfarina Modulo. So weird that I can’t help myself but love it. Oh how much I wanted to seat in front of the Modulo and hit that ride. It appears to me like a space ship - a ship running on wheels, that is.

The Paninfarina Modulo was a concept designed by Ferrari in 1970. It was one among the three Paninfarina concepts that was released. The car is almost flat and a horizontal line separates the upper and lower halves. The wheels are almost covered that you will see only the half of its wheels.

Basically, the car concept was designed as the 512S racing chassis was used but the body was one of the most radical versions made of the era. I wish they have made it available on sale. Hmm… well if they did, you might have seen me first on the line to buy that. Love it!

Oh yes, the thought of sinking in a hot tub with bubbling, soothing water just sounds oh-so-delicious, especially after a long day at work, doesn’t it? Most of us travel from work or school to home with our minds swimming to that thought: lying in your tub with a glass of wine or champagne at least, maybe read a book or listen to music. Isn’t that lovely?

Well obviously, this car was made for folks who just can’t wait to get home to their tubs:

Kind of cool, but I wouldn’t suggest actually using it. Lol. It may be some kind of traffic hazard or something, especially if the bath-taker is a sexy gorgeous woman, is that right? Hardy har har.

And I don’t know if this next thing was made as some kind of joke or something, but this one might just be created for those who hates stopping at comfort rooms as they travel. It might just start a trend: to piss and drive. LOL.

 

As far as odd, weirdly shaped cars go, promotional vehicles really takes the cake. I’ve featured some-shoe shape vehicles her, and others take the form of food such as burgers, hotdog sandwiches, oranges and the likes and yes, it’s all in the name of advertising.

Another interesting promotional car I found last night:

As we can see, this vehicle is a promo car of Goldfish crackers, which are originally manufactured by the Campbell Soup Company and are marketed under Pepperidge Farm brand. Their crackers come in a sundry of flavors, and has a goldfish shape. Their car, apparently, also bears this form.

If you look closely at the Goldfish car, you’ll see their tagline: “The Snack That Smiles Back.” Just for the heck of it, let’s throw in their jingle. Sing along folks!

Let’s hear it now for Goldfish
Yes, baked and not fried Goldfish
The yummy snack that smiles back
Until you bite their heads off
Did you know they’re made with real cheese
Even though they look like fishies?
The snack that smiles back, Goldfish!

 

Yeah, we frequently hear this one, partcicularly during athletic events or other competitions. But one may not automatically assume that saying "Go for the gold!" can only be interpreted as going for the gold medal, or the first place.

For some, going for the gold can mean this:

pretty FANCY car, isn’t it? Just goes to show you guys, you can never say for sure how what you say could be interpreted! LOL.