Welcome to the Australian Ford Forums forum.

You are currently viewing our boards as a guest which gives you limited access to view most discussions and inserts advertising. By joining our free community you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members, respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features without post based advertising banners. Registration is simple and absolutely free so please, join our community today!

If you have any problems with the registration process or your account login, please contact us.

Please Note: All new registrations go through a manual approval queue to keep spammers out. This is checked twice each day so there will be a delay before your registration is activated.

Go Back   Australian Ford Forums > General Topics > The Pub

The Pub For General Automotive Related Talk

Reply
 
Thread Tools Display Modes
Old 23-09-2010, 04:20 PM   #1
RedHotGT
Long live the Falcon GT
 
RedHotGT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Victoria
Posts: 1,630
Default Muscle Car Experience

http://www.musclecarexperience.com.au/

Has anyone seen this or booked this before?? (in VIC)

Looks great... Gives a great opportunity to drive some fantastic cars...

For what you pay... its pretty cheap... (given how much you'd have to outlay to own/drive the cars yourself!!)...

__________________
RedHotGT is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 04:25 PM   #2
Ryan
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Jul 2005
Location: Newcastle, NSW
Posts: 3,926
Default

I would totally make the trip down to Vic just to get a drive of a Blue Meanie, or Walky. Two of my all time favourite cars right there.

EDIT: Damn not quite old enough. Would have to wait until January as I'm still 24.
Ryan is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 04:36 PM   #3
blueoval
Critical Thinker
 
blueoval's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Adelaide
Posts: 20,391
Valued Contributor: For members whose non technical contributions are worthy of recognition. - Issue reason: Well thought out and constructive posts.  A real credit to this forum. 
Default

what a fantastic idea. Hmm this is giving me ideas
__________________
"the greatest trick the devil pulled, is convincing the world he doesn't exist"

2022 Mazda CX5 GTSP Turbo

2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Highlander


1967 XR FALCON 500


Cars previously owned:
2021 Subaru Outback Sport
2018 Subaru XV-S
2012 Subaru Forester X
2007 Subaru Liberty GT
2001 AU2 75th Anniversary Futura
2001 Subaru GX wagon
1991 EB XR8
1977 XC Fairmont
1990 EA S Pak
1984 XE S Pak
1982 ZJ Fairlane
1983 XE Fairmont
1989 EA Falcon
1984 Datsun Bluebird Wagon
1975 Honda Civic
blueoval is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 05:40 PM   #4
TheZHLANE
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
TheZHLANE's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Perth
Posts: 904
Default

what happens if you crash? :P
__________________
RIDES
76 ZH Fairlane 500, Mushroom Beige, Brown vinyl roof, 351 c4 13.361 @ 104mph 2.001 60ft 208rwkw
ZH BUILD
TheZHLANE is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 06:12 PM   #5
Bearman
Moderator Ford Coupe Club
 
Bearman's Avatar
 
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Vic
Posts: 3,905
Default

Sounds great!! This is ideal if you are thinking about buying a newie you can hire one for an extended test drive!!

Another mob here: http://www.supercarrentals.com.au/
They have an FG F6 so hire this one then the FG GT from the other crowd to gain a pretty good comparison.
__________________
Mitsubishi ASX Auto, White - Daily Commuter
XC Fairmont Coupe, 351 4spd, Graphite Grey - The Antidote

http://www.fordcoupeclub.org

"If you don't know where you're going, any road will take you there" George Harrison 2001.
Bearman is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 06:31 PM   #6
Jason[98.EL]
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Jason[98.EL]'s Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: GEELONG
Posts: 7,946
Default

mmm EL GT would be a good one to have a spin in as well as the XC cobra coupe
__________________
no longer have a ford but a ford man at heart
R.I.P 98 EL MAY YOU HAVE A GOOD LIFE IN FALCON HEAVEN

[SIGPIC][/SIGPIC]
Jason[98.EL] is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 06:52 PM   #7
Cam
Stroking it...
 
Cam's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2005
Location: The 'butt
Posts: 2,844
Default

That's Pretty sweet, gee I could nearly ask for that over a new mig welder for chrissy!

Perhaps the guy wanted a nice car collection, and claims them as business expenses for tax reasons?
__________________
Had: 347ci AU
Then: Stock AU fairmont wagon...'05 AWD Terri GHIA on Gas.. and a caravan..
Currently traveling OZ Travels over, follow me at http://Facebook.com/gonecaravaning
Now: Busted assed EB Wagon - 5sp and Dual Fuel.
Cam is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 23-09-2010, 07:56 PM   #8
tranquilized
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Sep 2008
Posts: 1,112
Default

I had the idea to set up a business like this as soon as I heard about the P1 Supercar club years ago, which turned into the Supercar Club, which now appears to be in receivership...

Of course having an idea, and having the capital to back it up are two entirely different things.

This one looks pretty damn good, cheap too. There are a few supercar versions around the place as well

http://www.freemanx.com.au/driving-e...urne-vic/4886/

Much more expensive though. The thing I'd be worried about is the convoy leader setting a too slow pace. Imagine how frustrating it would be driving these kinds of cars on these kinds of roads while stuck behind someone driving too slow the WHOLE DAY!
tranquilized is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 24-09-2010, 10:00 AM   #9
RedHotGT
Long live the Falcon GT
 
RedHotGT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Victoria
Posts: 1,630
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by tranquilized
The thing I'd be worried about is the convoy leader setting a too slow pace. Imagine how frustrating it would be driving these kinds of cars on these kinds of roads while stuck behind someone driving too slow the WHOLE DAY!
True... though you have to think about this from the owner(s) perspective... They're giving you the keys to their pride and joy... to be respected and enjoyed within the road rules...

Though I can say, i've driven with 3 XY GT's in convoy through the Dandenongs on slightly moist road, and it was incredible... just breaking traction enough to get the heart-rate going... the sound reflection off the trees from the 3 x Clevo's...

For $600... its a pretty great line-up... something for everyone...
Old school Muscle... New Muscle... HSV/HDT... Hardtops/Hatches/Sedans...

Covers ALL the bases!!!
__________________
RedHotGT is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 24-09-2010, 10:03 AM   #10
RedHotGT
Long live the Falcon GT
 
RedHotGT's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Victoria
Posts: 1,630
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by STANI
what happens if you crash? :P
Insured... (thats why you must be over 25)...

Not sure how they would classify the cars... as they are 'hired' to a point... but not chauffeured... So it would be a similar policy for the owner as a Hertz/Budget/Eurocar type thing...

I doubt you would want to be pushing the cars too hard... As they are old classics... they don't steer/brake like the new cars do...

Though - like anything there is always a few tools that will push the boundaries...
__________________
RedHotGT is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 24-09-2010, 01:01 PM   #11
sly_ba
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
Join Date: Nov 2006
Posts: 1,280
Default

Looks like alot of fun...

For me it would have to be:

1. the xy
2. vk grp A
3. lx ss hatch
4. xe esp
sly_ba is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 10-12-2010, 04:50 PM   #12
AMCE
Muscle Car Experience
 
AMCE's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 277
Default

Just noticed this thread and wish to say thanks for the positive feedback guys!
For those people in Sydney we're heading up there end of January.
__________________
Say "NO" to jocks & socks this Xmas!

The Australian Muscle Car Experience

www.musclecarexperience.com.au

Gift vouchers at www.musclecarexperience.com.au or www.adrenalin.com.au
AMCE is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 10-12-2010, 08:02 PM   #13
JimNiki
71Mach1
 
JimNiki's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2007
Location: Melb
Posts: 465
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by STANI
what happens if you crash? :P
don't worry ... air bag will save ya!
__________________
roses are #FF0000
violets are #0000FF
all my base
are belong to you
JimNiki is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 11-12-2010, 02:09 PM   #14
TheZHLANE
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
TheZHLANE's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2009
Location: Perth
Posts: 904
Default

Quote:
Originally Posted by loftie
Insured... (thats why you must be over 25)...

Not sure how they would classify the cars... as they are 'hired' to a point... but not chauffeured... So it would be a similar policy for the owner as a Hertz/Budget/Eurocar type thing...

I doubt you would want to be pushing the cars too hard... As they are old classics... they don't steer/brake like the new cars do...

Though - like anything there is always a few tools that will push the boundaries...
Thinking more along the lines that you would be murdered :P
__________________
RIDES
76 ZH Fairlane 500, Mushroom Beige, Brown vinyl roof, 351 c4 13.361 @ 104mph 2.001 60ft 208rwkw
ZH BUILD
TheZHLANE is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 31-03-2011, 11:37 AM   #15
Grippy
Racing improves the breed
 
Grippy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: SE Melbourne
Posts: 3,982
Default Re: Muscle Car Experience

My lovely girlfriend has booked me in for this Sunday, can't wait. Im a little worried im going to love the Group A VK a little too much. I will take plenty of snaps and whack them up Sunday arvo.
__________________
1970 Mini Cooper S Historic Group Nc Touring car

1964 Mini Cooper S Historic Group Nb Touring car

2024 Subaru Outback Touring XT

Victorian Hill Climb Championship
Grippy is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 31-03-2011, 11:40 AM   #16
FPV8U
BOSS 5.4L Enthusiast
 
FPV8U's Avatar
 
Join Date: Aug 2005
Posts: 21,942
Default Re: Muscle Car Experience

Would love to take that EL GT for a spin, really wish i had have bought one of those when the prices bottomed out.
FPV8U is online now   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 31-03-2011, 12:33 PM   #17
OzJavelin
FF.Com.Au Hardcore
 
OzJavelin's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2005
Posts: 3,633
Default Re: Muscle Car Experience

Cool idea .. but needs the bookend set of a Monaro coupe and Charger to balance the fleet out a bit more.
OzJavelin is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Old 31-03-2011, 12:38 PM   #18
XR6_661
Cane Farmer
 
XR6_661's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jun 2006
Location: Tom Price, WA
Posts: 4,056
Default Re: Muscle Car Experience

I dunno about you guys...but if I'm paying good coin for a driving experience...I'd much rather shell out for something more exotic...Lambo/Ferrari/Porsche...

But that's just me. Be a hell of a day though!
__________________

1994 ED XR6T - Cobalt Blue.



2009 FG XR6 - Black.


Quote:
Originally Posted by Tex
I couldn't give a crap how many are in their family, what gay passtimes they paticipate in, or whether they have a cat, dog or a freaken fish.

Keep your stinking family to yourself god damn it.
XR6_661 is offline   Reply With Quote Multi-Quote with this Post
Reply

Thread Tools
Display Modes

Forum Jump


All times are GMT +11. The time now is 11:52 AM.


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.5
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
Other than what is legally copyrighted by the respective owners, this site is copyright www.fordforums.com.au
Positive SSL