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If you are an exotic car enthusiast, you likely pay close attention to technological changes and developments in the vehicles that you love. You may be tech-savvy enough to understand what is going on underneath the hood of your vehicle. This is a good thing, as not only will understanding your car help you to become a better driver, particularly in a finely tuned exotic car, but it will also help you to avoid being scammed by the ill-intentioned.

However, not everyone is quite so aware of what is going on under the hood. The following urban legend is pervasive and long-lasting, having circulated for at least sixty years. It seems to have become popular again recently, as hybrids, fuel cell vehicles and other high-tech engines have captured the attention of the mainstream.

The Miracle Carburetor
There are a few different versions of this story, all of which are false, according to Snopes. One of the most common goes something like this. A couple from middle America decides to purchase their dream vehicle, a high-powered exotic car, for an upcoming cross-country road trip. As the miles pass, they are surprised to realize that their gas gauge barely moves. By the time they reach their destination, thousands of miles away, they have bought gas only twice. The same happens on their return trip as well. Naturally, they are excited about this unprecedented gas mileage. The wife writes a letter to the company to express her thanks. A few days later, they are awakened in the early morning by strange noises in the driveway. The husband goes to investigate and finds two men in business suits tinkering under the hood of the car. They take off in a nearby car, and the husband finds nothing wrong. From that point on, however, the car gets normal gas mileage. It turns out that the car was a research model fitted with a special device to allow it to get outstanding fuel mileage. It was never meant to be sold to the public, and the strange men were researchers who retrieved their device.

The legend seems to be based in our overall suspicion of collusion between car manufacturers and oil companies. We believe that there must be a better alternative, but we are not permitted to access it. As fuel prices soar and new alternative technologies are released, it becomes easy to believe the story. Nonetheless, it never happened.

We have known since the gas crisis of the 1970s that we are too reliant on foreign oil. Nonetheless, the car culture of the 1950s has become a strongly ingrained part of the American conscience. We cannot imagine life without our exotic cars, SUVs or family sedans. Most cities are not set up for walking or biking, forcing us to drive whether we really want to or not. In addition, many of us are car hobbyists, putting a great deal of care and love into restoring our exotic cars and keeping them looking and running perfectly.

How can we balance the two conflicting goals? How can we continue to love and enjoy our exotic cars while simultaneously participating in the environmental movement that is so critical to our planet’s survival?

Actually there are quite a few ways to balance these goals. One of the simplest is to wait it out. Car manufacturers have caught on to the fact that hybrids are currently selling extremely well, and are working to bring their own environmentally friendly cars to the market. For example, Ferrari recently announced the Ferrari Biofuel 430 concept car, which is expected to help the company reduce emissions by 40% by 2012. Mercedes recently rolled out an elaborate initiative called Road to the Future, which will improve environmentally fleet wide through a modular choice-based system.

In the meantime, just remembering a few basic tips can help you do your part to lower your fuel consumption and your environmental impact. Shipping your exotic car to destination events rather than traveling in it extensively will help, particularly if you choose a shipping company that will be transporting multiple cars at a time. Also keep in mind that while your exotic car is designed for showy maneuvers, those are not the most fuel efficient. Save your showing off for appropriate times, and focus on driving in a more conservative manner when just traveling from place to place.

There is no reason to give up your love of exotic cars despite the current fuel crisis. Following a few simple tips will dramatically reduce your fuel consumption while allowing you to continue to enjoy your exotic car.

If you are like many exotic car owners, you may prefer to drive your car as little as possible. Many exotic car fans enjoy displaying their vehicles at car shows and perhaps driving their favorite roads on the weekends, but are not interested in logging significant mileage. However, since relatively few car shows are held close to home, sooner or later you will face the question of how to get your exotic car from here to there. Provided here are a few tips.

Purchase a Vehicle Trailer
If you will be transporting your car on a regular basis, you may want to invest in a vehicle trailer. This will permit you to transport one or more vehicles yourself without entrusting your cars to an outside company. It can also prove economical over the long run.

If you plan to purchase a trailer, it is important to learn how to use and transport it correctly. Buy from a trusted dealership that will take the time to teach you how to load and secure your car properly. You will also need to take the time to learn how to properly drive with the trailer attached.

Hire an Auto Transport Company
An auto transport company is an excellent choice if you prefer to fly to your destination. For a fee, the auto transporter will load your car onto a vehicle trailer and drive it to your destination for you. If you are comfortable entrusting your exotic car to someone else, this may be the most convenient solution.

Be sure to check the references of any transporter that you are considering. You will also need to ensure that the company carries adequate insurance to protect your car. Keep in mind that you may need to call around, as not all transporters are willing to handle expensive exotic cars.

Transporting your exotic car to car shows and other events need not be difficult. A quality transporter will get your car to your destination safely and easily. A vehicle trailer of your own will allow you to maintain responsibility for your car and potentially save you money over the long run. The decision is yours to make.

If you are from the United States, England doesn’t look too big on the map. After all, if you have ever driven across Texas, you know the true meaning of distance. Still, if you will be in England without a car, you will need a means of getting around. England may be relatively small to us Americans, but it certainly isn’t walking distance either.

When we visit England, most of us will end up taking trains. After all, the British rail system, is clean, comfortable, efficient and relatively inexpensive. The overnight train from London to and from Devon and Cornwall is one such example. The train departs from either London or Penzance in the late evening, arriving at the destination in the morning. Sleeper berths allow you to make the journey in comfort and convenience. Still, any vehicle that carries the public on a regular basis is going to be due for an overhaul now and then.

Accordingly, the train, known as the Night Riviera Sleeper, recently received a 4 million dollar upgrade. From berths to lighting, all aspects were carefully redesigned to provide a superior customer experience. The man in charge of the redesign is Michael Rodbur, former Porsche designer.

With Rodbur’s exotic car design experience, the new train overhaul is sure to be luxurious. Porsche is known for its sleek and elegant design features, and reports state that the train is every bit as luxurious as the cars that preceded it. So next time you are in England, why not take advantage of the Night Riviera Sleeper train? For the price of a night in a hotel, you can experience the beauty and attention to detail in this most unique version of the “exotic car.”

If you are an exotic car enthusiast, you probably harbor a secret desire for your children to share your excitement. As parents, it is natural for us to want to pass along our loves to our children, bonding over a shared enthusiasm. Yet many parents are not sure how best to inspire this passion without smothering their kids or becoming directive. Provided here are a few tips.

In order to best decide how to inspire your children’s love of cars, it is helpful to think back to your own childhood. Where did your enthusiasm come from? Did someone you love and respect share their hobby with you, or did you discover it on your own? What did you love about exotic cars when you were five or ten years old?

Children are naturally inquisitive. Building on their innate enthusiasm and curiosity can help lead to a lifelong passion. If your children ask about your cars, or those that they see passing by, answer their questions with enthusiasm. Tell them what you love or hate in a particular car. At the same time, avoid lecturing. No matter how smart she is, your four year old could probably care less about the horsepower of an engine or the aerodynamics of a car body. Remember your audience and keep it simple.

Taking your kids to exotic car shows is another great way to inspire them. These events normally offer family activities like live bands, festive foods and even carnival rides. At a show, they will have the chance to experience the crowds and excitement, meet the owners and get a first-hand look at some amazing cars.

Don’t force your children to share your hobby. Kids have a natural tendency to rebel, and if they feel forced to participate, they may develop a hatred of exotic cars. Instead, follow their lead. Let them see your excitement, but involve them as much or as little as they want. This way, they can decide over time if cars are the right hobby for them.

Exotic cars are by definition luxurious, sporty and high-performance. Entering the cockpit of many exotic cars has been likened to entering the cockpit of an airplane. Everything is carefully designed to enhance your driving experience in every way. However, not all exotic cars yet offer a GPS system. Even if yours does, you may find that the preinstalled system does not provide all of the features you desire. If you are in the market for a new GPS, provided here is a quick reference guide on what you should know.

How Will You Use the System?
Will you mount the GPS in your exotic car and leave it there? Do you plan to switch the unit between vehicles? Also consider whether you will want to use the system while walking in unfamiliar cities. A portable GPS system will give you the most flexibility to do what you want when you want to do it.

Some systems can also be used in more rugged environments, for geocaching or even hiking. Keep in mind, however, that very few true crossover units currently exist. If you will spend extensive time in the back country, consider purchasing a separate handheld unit. Most auto GPS systems are not waterproof, and may have short battery life.

What Features Do You Want?
Text to speech, visually elaborate displays, arrival time and audible turn alarms are just a few of the available features. Some units even offer fog alerts, headlight reminders and attention assist tones for sleepy drivers.

In general, there is a tradeoff when it comes to features. The more features your unit has, the higher learning curve will probably be required in order to operate it successfully. You may also find yourself scrolling through multiple screens in order to access the functions you use regularly.

Therefore, most experts recommend that you focus on the features you will actually use. A fancy model with all of the latest technology may look cool, but unless you are a technical guru it may prove more trouble than it is worth.

If you have an exotic car, it is worthwhile to invest in a quality GPS system. However, all systems are not created equal. Read consumer reviews, educate yourself on the available features and take your time in making a decision. It is worth the effort to find a GPS that truly meets your needs.

If you happen to have both an exotic car and a teenager, you may have noticed that your child has become oddly quiet in recent months. A rite of passage for teenagers is teetering on the brink of extinction, thanks to skyrocketing gas prices. “Cruising” has been a weekend ritual for teenagers since the American car culture began in the 1950s. In today’s market, however, teen drivers are doing well if their after-school paychecks manage to cover the gas it takes to get to those jobs.

A lot of discussion has recently taken place regarding the effects of the gas crisis on adults. Certainly teenage parties and dances pale in comparison to the very real effects that rising gas prices are having on low-income adults who must choose between gas and food or medicine. Nevertheless, kids are feeling the crunch.

Teens across the country are being forced to learn some very adult lessons in thriftiness. At high schools, kids are carpooling in order to save on both gas and parking fees. They are learning to combine multiple trips and opting to eat lunch on campus rather than drive to local restaurants.

These lessons are important, but so is the increased freedom that is normally associated with the late teen years. Without the ability to freely commute to jobs and social activities, will their independence be stunted? Forced to stay close to home, will kids graduate from high school and even college without learning to take care of themselves and solve problems on road trips and other rite of passage experiences?

If you can afford to do so, why not fill up your exotic car with gas and turn the keys over to your teenager for the weekend? At minimum wage part time jobs, they really can’t afford to cover the gas anymore.

Gotham Dream Cars is possibly one of the most high-end exotic car rental and membership clubs in the world. The company currently has two locations, one in New York City and the other in Miami. However, door to door service is available anywhere from Central Florida south and virtually anywhere from Boston to DC.

Gotham offers three options for exotic fans. If you are hosting a special event or filming a movie, you can arrange for cars to be available through Gotham’s special events department. If you are in need of fancy transportation for a day or a week, Gotham’s rental department is happy to assist. If you would like to take your love of exotic cars to a whole new level, Gotham offers its DreamShare Membership Club.

DreamShare is a wonderful idea for those who want to experience several different exotic cars before committing to a purchase. For the price of a membership and annual fees, you will receive points that can be used to rent the exotic car of your choice. It’s sort of a timeshare for exotic vehicles, and your points can be used in either New York or Florida, wherever you happen to be at the time.

Gotham has long been known for its amazing fleet of high-end cars. Now the club is expanding with the addition of even more exotic cars such as the Saleen S7. Only 100 units were ever built. The vehicle was carefully designed by race car engineers, and is said to push the very boundaries of what is possible in a street legal car.

If you are not yet ready to commit to a specific car, Gotham and other exotic rental companies are a great first step. Take the time that you need to get to know various cars and decide on your favorite. Then when you are ready, feel free to contact our friendly used exotic car dealership. We will be happy to help you obtain the exotic car of your dreams.

Exotic car enthusiasts come in many forms. Some are collectors, carefully lining up a handpicked assortment of their favorite model years and styles. Others believe that exotic cars are meant to be driven hard, and purchase a single vehicle that best meets their needs for style, comfort, speed and power. Still others save for a lifetime in order to afford the vehicle that once captured their eye in childhood.

Whatever type of exotic car enthusiast you are, it is likely that shelling out over a million dollars for a single vehicle would make you pause and reconsider. Yet in the past three years, 132 people have done exactly that, according to a recent article in Forbes. Apparently the Bugatti company, whose Bugatti EB16.4 Veyron is priced at a cool 1.6 million dollars, sold six on the day the vehicle debuted in Dubai.

With 16 cylinders and 64 valves, the Veyron generates 1,001 horsepower and offers a top speed of 253 miles per hour. The car has been likened to a street-legal Formula One race car. Forbes’ reviewer was given the opportunity to take a Veyron on a brief test run. He likened the experience of being thrust backward against the seat on takeoff to the experience of being hit by a speeding truck.

Nonetheless, the Veyron drew top marks. Apparently the key is learning to harness the power safely and effectively. However, it is hard for me to imagine actually taking a $1.6 million dollar vehicle onto the streets in the first place.

If you are in the market for a powerful exotic car, but a million dollars simply isn’t in the budget, why not stop by our convenient dealership? We can help you find the used exotic car of your dreams.

This past weekend was Father’s Day. As generations of fathers have before them, many dads awoke to a new tie and perhaps a home cooked breakfast. However, in communities from coast to coast, many fathers discovered that their special day was just beginning. Exotic car shows seemed to be the order of the day.

Exotic car shows are a wonderful family activity. In many families, only one person is a car enthusiast. However, show organizers are aware of this, and rather than splitting families up, they are increasingly offering activities that are designed to appeal to the entire family. Many of this year’s events offered carnival rides and games, live bands, box lunches and other family activities. Some shows paid tribute to fathers in serious or silly ways as well.

If you missed the Father’s Day round of shows, you will have additional opportunities this summer. Exotic car shows have become a popular community activity, a trend that shows no signs of abating. Some shows are huge affairs, lasting for several days and drawing top names in entertainment. Others are smaller, lasting only a single afternoon and drawing crowds of a few hundred.

If you will visit an exotic car show with your children, you will find that most owners are eager to show off their vehicles and will engage your kids in conversation. There are just a few simple guidelines to keep in mind. Teach your child to respect the cars. Keep food away from the display cars, and if possible have kids wash their hands after eating. Teach them to ask before touching the cars, and be sure that they understand that horseplay around the cars is inappropriate.

Exotic car shows are a wonderful family activity. If you had the opportunity to attend one over Father’s Day weekend, we would love to hear your story. If you found yourself longing to own an exotic car of your own, we invite you to visit our friendly dealership, where we will help you find the car that is best for you.