#ford fiesta mk3

[things-about-cars-in-posts]

Oh hell yeah I have!

If you don't know what we're on about - come on under the Read More, you really want to see this.

So, Morgan is a British car company that just… keeps building the same cars. And not like how Ford has been building the F-150 for a while. To illustrate the difference: here's a '56 F-150, left, and a 2023, right...

...and here's a '54 Morgan, left, and a 2020, right.

But let's take a car that makes even bigger a deal of its heritage and tradition: here's a 1940 Jeep next to a 2007…

...and here's a 1937 Morgan next to a 2021.

Basically the most substantial stylistic update in 84 years was the camera.

Well, at the turn of the millennium, Morgan set off to make its first new design in nearly four decades. Something more aerodynamic - hence the Aero 8 name! Something more technologically advanced - for instance, no structural components being made of wood! (Yeah, the bar was pretty low there.) Something like a "Morgan supercar", as they presented it.

The result looked, well… shall we say "striking"?

But you want real striking? How about the AeroMax it evolved into a few years later!

And of course, to truly christen it as a real supercar, they also had it compete in GT3. And it does indeed look like the result of an alternate timeline.

But if you’ll allow me a fun lights story: Look back up at the left column of the old/new comparisons. Notice something? The headlights are all the same! That's because the shape of your headlights was mandated by law - 7" circular 'sealed beams', as they were called. My car uses them!

This meant any set of replacement headlights was compatible with any car! How great! But while the standards did expand over time -four smaller lights, rectangular ones (it was the 70s, how could they not have a thing be rectangular), four smaller rectangular ones, etc.- the possibility to design more aerodynamic and/or expressive headlights seemed just too neat, and over time designing your own headlights became allowed and, due to aerodynamic and aesthetic advantages, almost instantaneously standard.

Be careful who you call ugly in the first half of 1985.

However, to this day headlights remain an absolute bitch to design and manufacture and most importantly incredibly expensive to homologate - if you're a Ford or a Toyota that's no problem, but if you're a manufacturer whose cash flow looks less like “two sales a second” and more like “two sales a week” it’s really not a trivial expense. Luckily, Morgan -and most other low volume manufacturers- can just still keep using the standard headlights it always used and get by with the standard taillights they make for buses or trailers, and hey presto, not their problem!

But what do you do when you’re trying to make a sleeker, more modern design and those old school lights are not going to fly?

Well, one solution is just to use smaller, more modern off-the-shelf LED projector lights...

...and maybe also encase them in a housing to make it look like they're custom headlights.

But what if that just doesn't work with the design you're going for? Well, you can just borrow someone else's work!

Be careful who you call ugly installed on a Lancia Thesis.

Indeed, most low volume manufacturers like Morgan either use standard or otherwise off-the-shelf lights or just purchase them from bigger manufacturers. (And by the way, car people love to recognize parts from one car in an otherwise unrelated one. If you want to approach someone who's into cars just tell them "Did you know the TVR Cerbera used the taillights of a Mk3 Ford Fiesta? The different shape is just a housing!". Guaranteed hit. It's very forward as an approach but they'll be too shocked to notice.)

Indeed, the Aero Morgans used more aerodynamic headlights from other cars - the New Beetle and the Mini.

But the noteworthy thing is how.

See, those lights were modeled to follow the outwards curve of the New Beetle and Mini front ends, so Morgan, who placed them on the inwards curve of the fenders, just... switched them around so they'd curve inwards instead.

So if you need to replace your right Morgan Aero headlight, the right headlight is a New Beetle headlight, but not the right headlight, the one that's left on the New Beetle. Unless you took the left one, making the one that's left the right one, which is not the right one because in the Aero it's not the right one because they made the one that's left the right one. Unless you have a newer Aero, where the headlights are bigger because they are Mini headlights.

...come think of it it's quite astonishing I've gone through my entire life without ever getting stabbed.

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do you have any good facts about gt3 cars or gt3 racing? currently foaming at the mouth for some of the cars in that class

I have a good fact about this ask! I viewed it and the notification went away and I completely forgot about it until I was brushing my teeth so here we are now!

One cool fact is the team that runs itasha liveries, Goodsmile Racing, which I mentioned in my post about itasha, which if you don't know is... well... this.

As far as the rest goes, my knowledge of GT3 cars is shallow enough that anyone invested enough in them to ask will know all I do. But, on the off chance that you don't and to entertain the public:

This is a Ford GT.

And while it's bigger than the 1960s racecar it's inspired by and by its mid-00s revival, it's really not that big! It's under 4.8 m (188 in) long and 1.1m (44 in) tall. That's about the length of a Camry and three quarters the height. Squish a Camry real hard, basically.

This is a BMW M8. It's not that small. It's a whole 23cm (9in) taller than the GT. It's a touch narrower, but its race version is instead 18cm (7in) wider than the GT's.

This creates a rather striking difference in size when they are side by side, which, given they compete in the same class, often happens.

Now, some Japanese exaggerated that size difference with image editing because he thought he was funny.

He was.

This sparked a series of "Big M8" memes that got progressively more overboard.

"But aren't these GTE cars?", you may object.

And yes. They are. I just didn't know the difference when I started writing this post. So that's how much I know about GT3 cars.

I guess I could tell you some fun facts about the road cars they are based on - like that the first Audi R8 was based on parts from both these cars!

While chassis and powertrain were heavily shared with the Gallardo due to Audi's Lamborghini ownership, the R8 also had a "base" V8 trim that used the engine from the RS4 (aka the Real Sporty version of the Audi A4 - of which by the way Father had and thoroughly loved the convertible, exquisitely competent car! Turbo issues aside I thoroughly recommend).

Links in blue are posts of mine explaining the words in question - if you liked this post, you might like those!

[rosedhall]

vehicle headcanons, despite no one asking:

Jimmy cannot and refuses to drive, he has a bicycle which he takes everywhere instead, he never really leaves the town anyway.

Maya has a third or fourth-hand (navy or otherwise dark) MK3 Ford Fiesta that she got as a present, it backfires a lot and the clutch has worn significantly, she's yet to get work done on it though- student problems. She barely drives it.

Harvey has (or had?) a dark green MG MGB convertible, some 1960s model. He was incredibly protective over it, its upkeep was of very high importance to him and God forbid little Jimmy every tried to stand on its fancy leather upholstery.

Bose had a black Beetle, the outside of the car is very well looked after but the inside is constantly packed full of his belongings and files, etc.

Rose didn't have a car licence but drove an assortment of motorcycles and scooters, she was partial to 1960s Harley Davidsons.

Hugo had a cream / white Ford Galaxie, it sounded obscenely loud when revving and is actually from America, not England. The inside is red leather, it's incredibly gaudy, some of it is leopard print.. the vehicle looks nice but Hugo bastardised his.

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Tips to buy a Used Kia Rio

The third-generation Kia Rio was a real leap forward over its predecessor, and now makes something of a hidden used-car gem

With the name first appearing on two generations of car that can politely be described as lacklustre, the Mk3 Kia Rio came as rather a pleasant surprise. With neat looks that seemed more European than South Korean, the Kia Rio for sale had matured into a family hatchback that you might buy because you like it, rather than just because the price was right.

Although the even more modern fourth-generation has now replaced it, the Mk3 Kia Rio still has a lot going for it and is well worth considering if you're shopping for a used supermini – you can pick one up for a lot less than its Ford Fiesta rival and the vast majority sold are still covered by a remaining portion of Kia's excellent seven-year/100,000-mile warranty.

The Mk3 Rio marked something of a turning point for Kia, which is now a formidable rival for Europe's most established carmakers. With its modern interior design, high-quality materials and tidy driving manners wrapped up with more than a touch of style, the reliable Rio from Group 1 Cars makes a very sensible used car choice.

Here's our guide to finding the right used Mk3 Rio for you.

Mk3 Kia Rio history

The Mk3 Kia Rio was launched in September 2011, initially in five-door form only. A 1.25 or 1.4-litre petrol engine was offered, along with 1.1 and 1.4-litre diesel engines, the former of which produced only 85g/km of CO2 emissions, exempting it from road tax. A three-door body style was introduced in January 2012.

The Rio 1,2 and 3 trim levels were joined by a new Rio 4 in April 2014, while the 1.4-litre five-door 3 was offered with an automatic gearbox. A facelift followed in March 2015, improving the standard of interior trim and introducing touchscreen navigation to range-topping models. The latest Mk4 Rio took over in Spring 2017.

Perhaps due to their inferior practicality, three-door Rios are less popular than five-doors and remain cheaper to buy secondhand. The 1.1-litre diesel engine is a little breathless, with the 1.4-litre being far happier on motorways and longer journeys, but either of the petrol engines are quite pleasant on any trip.

The 1.4-litre petrol is your only option if you want an automatic gearbox and, while that's perfectly okay, the six-speed manual is a real pleasure to use. Entry-level cars came without air-conditioning and – 1 Air aside – should be avoided. Aim for at least 2 specification, which adds air-con, 16-inch alloy wheels, electric windows all round, a multifunction steering wheel and power-adjustable mirrors. The 3 has 17-inch alloys, rear parking sensors, privacy glass, climate control and cruise control. At the top of the range, the 4 adds leather trim, a sunroof and heated steering wheel.

Running costs, maintenance and parts

You'll find high-mileage Mk3 Rios from around very low prices, but the majority have covered more moderate distances and cost a little more. 1.1-litre diesel and 1.4-litre petrol's values are roughly similar, with the 1.4-litre diesel fetching a little more. Only a fifth of all Rios have three doors and automatic cars are very rare – no more than one in 15 is so-equipped.

With up to 88mpg possible, the 1.1-litre diesel is the fuel-economy champion of the Kia Rio Range. However, unless you expect to cover a huge annual mileage, you'll be little worse off with the 1.25-litre petrol, which can manage 56mpg and costs a little less to buy. The least economic model is the 1.4-litre automatic – expect 44mpg.

Every petrol version needs servicing every 12 months or 10,000 miles and diesels extend this interval to 12 months or 20,000 miles. Every fourth service is a little more involved (and costly) than an interim workshop visit, but chain drive means there's no cambelt to worry about. The engine coolant needs renewing every 10 years or 120,000 miles.

Verdict 

 The Kia Rio Mk3 is good enough to make you wonder why there aren't more of them around. It was a big success for its maker and helped to pave the way for some of the great cars that Kia makes today. And, as a secondhand buy, it's impossible to overlook just what great value the Rio offers.

Enthusiastic drivers might bemoan the lack of a 'sporty' version, and the Rio – while attractive – doesn't quite have the visual allure of some rivals. It makes up for this, though, with its unburstable dependability and fitness-for-purpose. And don't forget – every Kia is covered by a seven year/100,000-mile warranty, which can be transferred between owners. You can't say that about a Fiesta.

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Article from https://www.carbuyer.co.uk/tips-and-advice/162024/used-kia-rio-buying-guide-2011-2017-mk3

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New Post has been published on https://www.vividracing.com/blog/new-ebc-apollo-big-brake-kits-now-available/

New EBC Apollo Big Brake Kits Now Available!

In the world of aftermarket braking components, EBC Brakes is one of the best-known companies around. They offer everything from brake fluids, pads, rotors, packages, sensors, and more. In the past, if you wanted to upgrade your brakes without upgrading to a full big brake kit, a set of EBC pads and rotors was the best solution.

For those who want even more performance, EBC is introducing their all-new Apollo balanced big brake kits! These kits use balanced, large calipers that use larger pads. Big brakes improve braking performance by increasing the amount of heat the braking system can absorb without failure. With larger rotors, calipers, and pads, the new EBC Apollo brake kits offer consistent braking performance.

The Apollo calipers use an aluminum body, which is hard anodized for longevity and then coated in a high-temperature Teflon polyester topcoat. This unique and advanced coating lasts much longer than powder-coat and its much more resistant to heat.

Overall, these new EBC Apollo brake kits offer incredible performance at a pretty affordable price, especially compared to other big brake kits on the market. Available for:

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Ford Fiesta ST MK7

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Ford Focus RS MK2

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Mazda RX8

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Ford Fiesta ST MK6

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Vauxhall Corsa VXR

VW Golf MK7

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[ukclassiccars]

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