Totally unsporty "sport" models
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As mentioned previously, the hilariously titled Mitsubishi Shogun Sport. Anyone that's ever driven one will understand just how ridiculous the name is.
2.5 diesel - check.
115 bhp in 2 tonne of truck - check
Basically a pick up underneath - check
0-60 in 18 seconds - check
Top speed - 90mph - check
Leaf springs - check
Mmmmm, sporty!
2.5 diesel - check.
115 bhp in 2 tonne of truck - check
Basically a pick up underneath - check
0-60 in 18 seconds - check
Top speed - 90mph - check
Leaf springs - check
Mmmmm, sporty!
WilliamWoollard said:
As mentioned previously, the hilariously titled Mitsubishi Shogun Sport. Anyone that's ever driven one will understand just how ridiculous the name is.
2.5 diesel - check.
115 bhp in 2 tonne of truck - check
Basically a pick up underneath - check
0-60 in 18 seconds - check
Top speed - 90mph - check
Leaf springs - check
Mmmmm, sporty!
Hare coursing's a sport... daags.2.5 diesel - check.
115 bhp in 2 tonne of truck - check
Basically a pick up underneath - check
0-60 in 18 seconds - check
Top speed - 90mph - check
Leaf springs - check
Mmmmm, sporty!
jas xjr said:
Hoofy said:
Leins said:
Hoofy said:
Funkycoldribena said:
Hoofy said:
Nice volley back at me there.
He's on the ball,boy.MC Bodge said:
KTF said:
This is from the BMW UK site describing the 1 series Sport
"The front of the new BMW 1 Series 5-door Sport model indicates its true athletic character. The bumper, air inlets, exterior mirrors and bars of the kidney grille are all High Gloss Black, giving the car a wider, more powerful stance. This feel is continued when viewed from the side, with 16 or 17-inch (depending on model) alloy wheels in the ‘Sport’ design, and at the rear, with a Chrome Black exhaust pipe finisher and High Gloss Black bumper.
Getting inside, you will firstly step on a ‘BMW Sport’ entry sill, before settling into a Sport seat in Anthracite, with unmistakably sporty Grey or Red highlights. This upholstery is complemented by a trim that perfectly frames the interior in High Gloss Black with Red highlights. In the cockpit, you’re greeted with exclusive highlights in the instrument panel and a Sport leather steering wheel with distinctive red stitching. Before you start the engine, you know you’re in for an exhilarating ride."
And the 1 series M Sport:
"‘M’ has always represented something special, and the new BMW 1 Series 5-door M Sport model continues this flawless reputation. The design of this already dynamic-looking car has been taken up a gear with features such as the 17 or 18-inch double spoke M light alloy wheels and the M aerodynamic package which lends a sublime athleticism to the contours of the car.
In the exclusive M Sport Estoril Blue metallic paint finish, with BMW Individual High Gloss Shadow or Chrome finishing touches, every inch of the exterior looks dipped in perfection. The M Sport suspension improves road-holding and the LED lights increase safety and presence on the road, day or night.
Inside, the exclusivity of the M Sport model continues, with Sport seats in a cloth/Alacantra combination, an M multifunction steering wheel and an Aluminium Hexagon interior trim with a blue or black highlight. The cockpit feels sportier than ever, with a shortened gear lever featuring the M logo, which gives a hint of the incredible M driving experience that awaits."
...... Also what the hell is 'unmistakably sporty Grey or Red highlights' other than marketing BS.
Or is it some sort of charitable venture to keep the deluded occupied?
RobM77 said:
Hugo a Gogo said:
maybe I'm daft, but I thought the 'sport' in sports utility meant you could use it for doing sports, taking your mountain bike, windsurfer, skis, skateboards etc
That's the intention of the manufacturer and it's how SUVs are marketed. The irony is that they're bloody useless at those things. I'm a keen windsurfer, SUPer and cyclist and I can't think of a worse vehicle for it - I don't know a single person in those sports who has an SUV - most have estate cars. On an SUV or RR etc the roof's too tall to load things and the boot is tall and short, which is the opposite of what you need to sling a bike or masts, sails etc in the back.This has to be somewhere near the top of the list.....
The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
Ian_UK1 said:
This has to be somewhere near the top of the list.....
The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
Sport Tourer - as apposed to Grand Tourer??The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
Hol said:
Ian_UK1 said:
This has to be somewhere near the top of the list.....
The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
Sport Tourer - as apposed to Grand Tourer??The Leyland Princess Sport (OK it was an 'ST' - short for Sport)!
What were they smoking...?
http://www.leylandprincess.co.uk/1800st.htm
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