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2014 pre-launch thread

Discussion in 'F1' started by Ferraripilot, Dec 15, 2013.

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  1. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Hey, we've (just about) adjusted to the narrow cars so in time these will seem "normal".
     
  2. VIZSLA

    VIZSLA Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Some of those "monsters" carry fond memories.
     
  3. Dino2010

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    True, I remember the 6 wheel Tyrrell, I found it amazing, in those days.
    The 6 wheel Ferrari 312, though never really raced in a GP, I believe.
     
  4. crinoid

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    I like the last two.
     
  5. Crawler

    Crawler F1 Veteran

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    That is correct, and neither did the "Spazzaneve" (2nd from last photo).
     
  6. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +1

    They've certainly done some bad looking **** over the years though! It is what it is.

    As you said before, 'fast is beautiful, but beautiful isn't always fast'. ;)

    They'll be fine.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  7. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Kimi doesn't give a damn!....

    "Leave me alone, I know what I'm doing!' :)

    Gotta love Kimi!

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  8. trumpet77

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    Always refreshing to be reminded that the only thing that matters is to make the car go faster.
     
  9. TifosiUSA

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    F1 and the fans care about aesthetics because vanity panels wouldn't have come about otherwise. I bet the rules will be changed next year to make the cars less hideous.

    Part of the reason I don't follow Indycar is the fact that the cars look ridiculous. Sure the sport is going to be *JUST* fine, and I'm sure they will be fast, but can we get a set of rules that doesn't make them an eye sore? It's not that hard.
     
  10. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ
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    I can taste the Mclaren launch tomorrow! Really looking forward to seeing what they put together during this weird transitional year they will have
     
  11. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    From, of course, Sniff;

    :D

    He doesn't seem like a bad lad to me.... But he is definitely *slow*!......

    Cheer,
    Ian
     
  12. DF1

    DF1 Three Time F1 World Champ

    +1 they could win the title this year. Its all new and who knows who actually will get it right.
     
  13. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ
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    The minnows need the capital any way they can get it right.
     
  14. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +2

    Should be one of the most interesting seasons we've had in a long time. The Cans don't seem happy, Kimi -v- Fred should be awesome, and some of the midfielders could easily move forward. Sucks that the wheels seem to have fallen off Fauxtus, but they could find some money I guess.

    As long as one of the power unit suppliers doesn't completely dominate it should be great.... While I'd admire a stunning technical achievement, only one being 'capable' of winning isn't what I want. Hopefully, they'll all be there or thereabouts.

    Testing next week! And while we can't read too much into the first test it's certainly gonna be very, very interesting.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  15. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    +1 unfortunately.

    And, for now at least, not just the minnows. I'm amazed Fauxtus had to take the Revs money to stay (somewhat?) afloat after their last season.

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  16. DF1

    DF1 Three Time F1 World Champ

    S P O T - O N! :)
     
  17. Ferraripilot

    Ferraripilot F1 World Champ
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    +1 great post Ian.
     
  18. Igor Ound

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    Someone's got types of accident prevention mixed up.
     
  19. SoftwareDrone

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    Sorry, just got back to this thread.

    I liken a high horsepower, naturally aspirated engine to a martial arts expert who has spent years honing his skills. I liken a high horsepower, forced induction engine to a street thug with a hand gun. There is NO WAY I would have purchased a 360 if it had a turbo. Or any other turbo car. It seems like the F1 cars are going the way of the ricers (i.e. Honda Civic with a huge turbo hanging off the engine).
     
  20. Fast_ian

    Fast_ian Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Beg to differ there. The tech they're running now is *way* beyond what the ricers can even dream about! I'm particularly interested in the MGU-H, as it's power potential is both unlimited and, implemented 'correctly", should totally eliminate turbo lag.

    At long last, they're once again pushing the envelope!

    'This is why we watch!' ;)

    Cheers,
    Ian
     
  21. Crawler

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    Well said. I could not agree more.
     
  22. TifosiUSA

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    For a few years before they get progressively frozen (ugh). BUT, you're right, this is 1000x more interesting than the V8s.
     
  23. joker57676

    joker57676 Two Time F1 World Champ

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    Please, please someone put a decal of a tape measure on one of the penis noses. Please.

    :D

    Mark
     
  24. 2003Enzo

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