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Over the Hills and Far Away- Episode 8

A/N: I'm so sorry I'm late with this installment, guys. It's almost twice as long as the others, and I had some issues getting the smut just right... Hopefully it will be worth the wait!!

The Road so Far: The reader- who Bobby adopted at 6 years old- is half Faerie. She was bred for the sole purpose of being the traditional Tithe to Hell- the deal that lets faeries keep their immortality. Now, her destiny has caught up with her, and she, Dean, Sam, Bobby, and Sarah (Remember her? From season one?) are trapped in a pocket dimension of Faerie land, and Hell is on it's way when the sun sets. Also, because metaphysical loopholes, Dean is bound to join Y/N in Hell, and everyone else is stuck in Faerie forevermore.

Word Count: 2,400ish

Warnings: THERE IS SMUT IN THIS CHAPTER. Be prepared for strong language, unprotected sex (you know this is pretend, right?), and lots and lots of angst. (You guys might be going to Hell, ok? There's some feelings about that...)

Then:

“Ok,” she said, looking around the shack, “we need something to use as paint. Devil’s trap on the floor, sigils on the windows. We are going dark until this shit blows over.”

“Blows over?” Sam looked at her, incredulous. “Sarah, we’re stuck in an alternate dimension, waiting for the freaking King of Hell to come and drag away our sister-in-law! It’s not gonna just blow over!”

“Maybe not,” said Bobby, “but that don’t mean we just sit here twirlin’ on our thumbs.” He had cut his own arm, and was already using his blood to draw a warding sigil on the window over the sink.

Now:

By the time the sun had risen, you were sitting at the table with Sam and Sarah. Bobby was passed out on the narrow bed, and Dean was snoring lightly from the one cushioned chair in the shack. His face looked sallow next to the tattered orange corduroy of the chair’s upholstery. He had long ago learned the soldier’s trick of sleeping when you can, where you can. Unfortunately, that skill eluded you at the moment. So, you let out a deep sigh and reviewed your fortifications once more.

Standard devil’s trap in both doorways. Warding sigils- in a combination of blood, paint, duct tape, and deep gashes in the wood- plastered across any vertical surface. Sam’s Volvo was now parked like a barricade in front of the shack, and the other two cars were playing sentry in the flower-packed field behind your tiny fortress. You each had at least two weapons on hand (the silver knife at your back had been joined by Bobby’s revolver, stashed in your boot). The rest of your small arsenal was arranged on the table, gleaming in the gathering dawn.

It was damn handy to have such a paranoid bastard for an adopted father. Even in a made-up universe, Bobby wouldn’t be Bobby without a rainy-day stash of deadlies. Along with your new boot accessory, he had produced not just the Colt, but the demon knife and a sawed-off shotgun from his trunk. The handful of knives from the earlier houses rounded out the collection. Still, it was a depressingly small armory. And you had no way of knowing what you would have to face. Would Crowley come alone, or with an army? Would he be open to negotiating, or would he just sic a pack of hellhounds on you and call it a day? The thoughts chased each other around in your mind, as they had done for the past several hours. You were getting dizzy and exhausted.

Sam and Sarah had been pouring over the little blue Faerie book, taking notes and discussing possible modes of defence for the past three hours. The first time Sam looked up was when you growled impatiently and shoved yourself out of your chair.

“Y/N. Where do you think you’re going?” he hissed at you.

Dean gasped and came fully awake at the sound. Soldier sleep only lasts as long as it can, then it’s back to consciousness all at once. His fist was closing around the machete in his lap before he had even exhaled. “Whashapenin’?” he huffed. “Crowley?”

“No. Sorry I woke you. I just can’t stand being cooped up here anymore,” you said as you paced around the tiny room. Your hands raked through your hair and your shoulders wouldn’t stay still.

Bobby sat up and gave you his ‘worried daddy’ look. It was half reservation, half resignation. He knew you never did well being cloistered for long. You needed open sky and fresh air. So, being the good dad he was, he tilted his head to the back door.

“Go on, princess. But don’t you dare leave that field, and if anything happens, you holler at the top of your lungs, and we’ll come runnin’.”

Dean moved across the tiny room, assuming that he would be joining you on your walkabout, but you placed your hand firmly on his chest.

“No, Love. I just need to be by myself for a bit. Give me a few minutes, ok?”

In the dawn light, his eyes looked like peridot. It’s funny the things you notice when you’re getting ready to die, you thought. Those gold-green eyes searched yours for a long moment. He must have found what he was looking for, because he simply cupped your face in his hands, pressed a kiss between your brows and said, “Ok, Hermione. You do what you gotta. I’ll come out to check on you in a few.”

You walked out of the back door, leaving the silence of concerned people behind you. Bobby didn’t even insist that you take a coat.

You walked a slow circuit around the edges of the field, collecting a few flowers and brushing away the curious bees. The sun was beating down, but the breeze that played across your bare arms and shoulders kept it from being unbearably hot. You let your head fall back, and lifted your face to the sunshine. It was amazing, this cage the Fae had built for you. So detailed, so intricate. And they saw it as a privilege- an immensely precious gift that they had given to a totally unworthy thing. You found it insulting. If there was one thing you had learned in your life as a hunter, it was the value of truth. This place was one huge, condescending lie.

As you reached the shack again, you smiled despite yourself. Dean was lounging on the Impala’s hood, his fingers laced across his chest and his head resting back on the windshield, watching your slow progress. Neither of you spoke as you climbed up and settled your body next to his, as you had been doing for years. You both stared up at the fake clouds drifting across the fake sky.

He had popped one of his well-worn cassettes into Baby’s stereo, and Bad Company crooned out of the open windows, wafting on the breeze.

“Life is like a carousel... you aim for heaven, and you wind up in hell… To all the world you're livin like a king... but you're just a puppet on a broken string…”

“Tell me about it,” you scoffed at the song.

Dean chuckled and wrapped his arm around you, settling your head into its accustomed place on his shoulder. You watched the fake flowers shivering in the fake sunshine and revelled for a moment in the honest solidness of his cheekbone against your hair.

“Look, babe, if anyone knows what it’s like to be the freakin’ ‘Chosen One’- especially when you don’t have any choice in the matter- it’s Sammy and me. And we’ve always managed to shake it. This is no different. I told you last night; no way in hell you’re- ya know- goin’ to Hell.”

“We,” you said dejectedly. You’d been doing your best to keep from wallowing in your feelings. But this was Dean. You let the mask slip a little. “You mean we’re going to hell. I managed to fuck up enough to damn you, too. And get the others stuck here. It’s all my fault.” A tight ball had formed in your throat, and if you let it, it would boil over into weeping.

“Hey!” Dean levered both of you up into a seated position and turned to you, lacing his fingers through your hair. He maneuvered your face close to his, so you had no choice but to look directly into his eyes. “This is NOT your fault, you hear me? I don’t wanna hear that defeatist ‘woe is me’ crap. You didn’t do this. You didn’t start this. They’re trying to make you a victim, but you are way too strong for that. Now, what do we do when some supernatural son of a bitch comes after us?”

You sighed resignedly, and blinked to keep the tears at bay. “Kick it in the ass,” you mumbled.

“I’m sorry, I can’t hear you. What do we do when something thinks it can tear us apart?”

This one came out a little more steady. “Kick it in the ass.”

“Better, but I want it one more time. Like you mean it. Because we are not victims. What do we do to every single threat that comes at us?”

You moved, then, swinging your leg over Dean’s hips and settling firmly into his lap. You mirrored his grip on your hair with a grip on his, and around clenched teeth you snarled, “We kick it in the fucking ass!”

“That’s my girl!” Dean crowed, and caught your mouth in a blistering kiss.

He wrapped his arms around your waist and crushed your body to his. You clawed at his back like you were trying to climb him. With a firm grip on your ass, he hoisted your combined weight up off of Baby’s hood and into the wildflowers. You clung on and rode him down to the rich, black soil.

You were like animals, at first. Moaning and growling and trying to get as close as you could while still clothed. The friction of your core against his was making you dizzy. Your panties were soaked. Please please please I neeeeed... was all you could think for a long time. You writhed against each other, and you thought your pussy was going to wring itself out, you were so hot, but neither of you made a move to escalate it. It was like you were waiting for something.

Bloodthirsty kisses and teenage rutting of denim against denim slowly melted away, and a fierce tenderness replaced it. The scent of crushed plants engulfed you. The tall, waving stalks of the flowers shielded you from sight. You were in your own little world within your own little world.

You and Dean had been hunting together-and together- for a few years. Despite all the brave talk, all the unwillingness to accept defeat, the fact remained. On a case, every fight could be the last fight. And every fuck could be the last fuck. You couldn’t take these moments for granted. Now- with the threat of Hell bearing down on you both- this time together took on an even sharper clarity.

He loomed above you- broad shoulders blotting out your view of the sky, covering you in protective shadows, and you took a moment to trace the lines of his face; to swim in eyes made greener by the swaying foliage around you. Just in case.

The moment stretched. Unexpectedly, your magic shimmered up inside you, like it was taking a deep breath. Your mind seemed to float, as weightless as your bodies had been the other night- and you could see Dean’s love for you like a physical thing. A second heart beating in his chest, gold and red and luminous. You laid your hand over the spot and watched the light pulse around your fingers. The beauty of it took your breath away.

“What?” His voice was a low murmur, barely louder than the susurrus of flowers around you.

“You,” you whispered, blinking away a new incursion of tears, “you are so gorgeous and amazing and I love you so fucking much…” The light in dean’s chest flared in a brilliant surge and when his lips met yours again, it was so overwhelmingly sweet that you couldn’t hold back your sobs anymore. Salt tears mixed with the taste of Dean’s mouth, and he pressed his weight on you as though he was trying to hold your jagged pieces together. Like he was trying to feed you with the inner light that he couldn’t see.

After what seemed like the longest heartbeat on record, you released your magic, got control of your lungs again, and dropped your shaking fingers to his waistband.

“Dean,” you gasped around a throat sore with crying, “Please. I need… I need…”

He understood. Of course he did. You both wrestled each other out of your clothes as best you could; Dean helped you yank his shirt over his head, but yours was trapped under your weight, so it stayed. One leg of your jeans remained tangled around a booted foot. Dean’s pants only made it halfway down his thighs, but it was enough.

When he reached between you to slide a finger into your slick opening, you stopped him.

“I need you, Dean. You. Now.” You gripped his shaft and gently guided him through your folds.

“You got it, sweetheart,” he smiled. Just a flash of the usual roguish Dean that disappeared when his eyes rolled up, closed, and squeezed shut, as he easily slid into you. Your own eyes followed suit, and a groan climbed up the back of your throat. Dean.

The weight of him on you and in you was an anchor. A mooring line to your life- your real life. Solid and safe and true. He buried himself as deep as he could, and kept pushing, holding his pelvis hard against your core. Your every muscle was shaking with the sensation- he was so present in your body. Your inner walls fluttered around him and you were so overridden that you couldn’t open your eyes. He was everywhere. The solid wall of his flesh pressed against your clit in a maddening pressure/friction. His back muscles flexed under your grasping hands. His chest held yours trapped against the ground. Rough fingertips smoothed your hair back, soft lips trailed kisses in a line down your forehead. And that solid, delicious weight in your center… You realized you were grinding against him, whimpering his name over and over, nudging the tip of his cock into all your deepest sweet spots. He just kept pressing into you, letting you swim in the feeling.

“I got you… I got you, Y/N. Take what you need, baby, I got you… Fuuuck, I love you...” His voice rumbled in your ear and through your chest, sending a new shower of sparks through your nerves and a fresh flood to your pussy.

“Dean Dean DeanDeanDean...”

“That’s it,” he murmured against your shoulder. He was beginning to tremble with the effort of staying still. “That’s it, baby. I’m right here... Holy shit that’s good... I’m here, I got you...”

You kept rolling your hips, trying to get him deeper, shifting him around inside, flashes of pleasure building and building and building until you were close to tears again... Please please please PLEASE! Finally, mercifully, the tension snapped loose and you shook apart with a silent scream.

Dean couldn’t hold still, anymore. “Ooooooh, my god! Fuck, Y/N, I gotta-”

Your eyes snapped open to drink up the sight of him. He managed a handful of savage thrusts before he came- hard. You could feel the pulses discharging impossibly deep. Your vision sparkled a bit around the edges, your breath rushed out in a gasp, and you wrapped your arms and legs tighter around him, holding him close. You were both crying, now.

You lay tangled together- inside and outside and around each other- and wept against each other’s shoulders without a sound. You stayed that way for a long time, even after the tears were spent, just petting and kissing and nuzzling and listening to one another breathe. Because moving meant you had to get on with this nightmare you were stuck in.

It was the sound that roused you. Tinkling whispers like a thousand tiny bells ringing. Or an army of absurdly delicate wine glasses shivering together. You and Dean slowly seperated and looked around.

The red glow of the evening sun was dancing through the clearing, dazzlingly refracted through the innumerable facets of a field of crystal flowers.

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perksofwifi · 4 years ago

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How 360-Degree Camera Systems Turn You Into a Parking Pro

Small accidents can be the most frustrating. Whether it’s scraping a wheel on a curb, tapping a bumper on a pole, or opening a door into a wall, low-speed parking impacts can cause minor yet massively annoying damage. Backup cameras are now mandatory on new vehicles, but more visibility is always better. To that end, some automakers install 360-degree camera systems to give a complete view of your surroundings.

What is a 360-Degree Camera in a Car?

A 360-degree camera system in a car provides you with a real-time view of the area surrounding your car. The 360-degree camera tech combines the perspectives of several video cameras placed around the vehicle into one image, typically a top-down view. As you maneuver into a parking space, the 360-degree camera system shows nearby obstacles, helping you avoid impacts.

What is a Bird’s Eye View Camera?

A bird’s eye view camera is simply another term used to describe a 360-degree camera. Sometimes you’ll also see 360-degree cameras referred to as a surround-view camera, top-down camera, or around-view camera. They’re different names for the same thing: A camera system that provides you with a look at what’s around your car.

How Does a 360 Degree Camera Work?

A 360-degree camera system doesn’t work with just one camera. Instead, several video cameras are strategically placed around the vehicle, typically on each bumper (within an emblem, in the grille, or near the trunk release), and on either side (underneath the side mirrors, near the corners of the bumpers). When you shift into reverse, or in some vehicles, press a button, the camera array activates. Software interprets the view coming from each camera and stitches them together in one single image on your infotainment screen. So as to avoid distraction, the cameras turn off once the vehicle is moving at traffic speeds.

Some vehicles can display the view from only one of those cameras. For example, the passenger-side camera can show a closer view of the wheels to avoid scraping on a curb. Or, the front camera can show what’s ahead of the hood, like a parking block or off-road obstacles.

Newer 360-degree camera systems take things further. Instead of only providing a top-down or single-side view of the car, they can be adjusted to show different angles of the exterior. It’s as if there’s a camera on a drone, hovering outside your car, switching to the angle you select. Unfortunately, how this tech works isn’t as cool as using flying robots. They simply have more advanced software that combines the views from different cameras into adjustable perspectives, with your vehicle illustrated in the middle.

Can I Install a 360-Degree Camera System in My Car?

Aftermarket kits exist that let you install a 360-degree camera system in your car. They typically include several cameras and a controller that links them all to your car’s infotainment screen. Although aftermarket cameras might provide a better view than a reversing camera (or no camera at all), they can’t match systems installed at the factory.

Auto engineers go to great lengths to perfectly position the cameras, conceal them within the car’s design, and protect them from the environment. More effort is made to combine their views into a clear, seamless image. A 360-degree camera kit you install yourself might not match the clarity or simplicity of a stock system, but it could nonetheless make parking easier.

What Are the Best 360-Degree Camera Systems?

The best 360-degree camera systems provide high-resolution, seamless views of what’s surrounding the vehicle. Among the cars the MotorTrend team has reviewed, we’ve found some favorites.

Those in Hyundai and Kia vehicles are clever; the K900’s provides a corner view of the front wheels to avoid curbing and is easy to adjust from one view to another. We found the Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SUV flawed overall, but gave it credit for the easy-access 360-degree camera button on its steering wheel; in contrast, Volvo’s system can take too long to find the on-screen button for, and then activate. Although the resolution isn’t the highest, some Chevrolet trucks make clever use of their cameras to simplify trailering.

Audi, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz 360-degree camera systems have very good resolution. Some provide a multi-angle view of the car’s exterior. Switching between perspectives can make parking easier—or be a way to admire the styling from inside the cabin. Off-road enthusiasts will appreciate the camera system in some Land Rover vehicles. It effectively lets you see through the hood at the front wheels and anything in their path.

What 360-Degree Cameras Aren’t As Good?

Like any digital camera, you want the 360-degree camera in your car to provide a crisp, clear image. Unfortunately, not all do. Between the cars MotorTrend editors have assessed, we’ve found some of the worst 360-degree cameras in surprising vehicles.

Toyota 360-degree camera systems sometimes lack resolution. You’d think that would improve in its Lexus luxury division, but we’ve found that its version of the tech can slightly distort the image. The Nissan Rogue Sport’s infotainment screen is high resolution, but the camera image is grainy. In the Mazda CX-5, the image is clear, but the screen it’s linked to is too small. Regardless, 360-degree camera systems continue to improve, and are featured in an increasing number of vehicles.

Is a 360-Degree Camera System Worth It?

Although some drivers are better at parking than others, we all feel pain when wheels are curbed and bumpers are scuffed. If you want help avoiding such automotive agony, a 360-degree camera system is worth it. Even though 360-degree cameras are optional extras on most vehicles, the convenience and peace of mind they provide can seem priceless. Nonetheless, a standard backup camera, parking sensors, or simply your skill at sliding into parking spots can be as good as a 360-degree camera, especially if the system isn’t easy or quick to turn on, or if it displays on a screen that’s grainy or too small. Not sure if a 360-degree camera system is worth it? Try one out on a test drive and see for yourself.

Examples of Cars With 360-Degree Camera Systems

Audi: Top view camera system with Virtual 360 View

BMW: Surround View With 3D View

Chevrolet: Surround Vision

Ford: 360-Degree Camera

Hyundai: Surround View Monitor

Infiniti: Around View Monitor

Kia: Surround View Monitor

Land Rover: 360-Degree Parking Aid; ClearView

Mazda: 360-Degree View Monitor

Mercedes-Benz: Surround View System

Nissan: Around View Monitor

Toyota: Bird’s Eye View Camera

Volkswagen: Overhead View Camera (Area View)

Volvo: 360-Degree Surround View

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completeautoloans · 6 years ago

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18 Sports Cars Under $50k

Sports Cars Under $50k

Owning a sports car enables you to make a statement anytime you pull up at a high-profile event or even just picking up your children from school. Plus, the adrenaline that comes with high-speed racing is good for your body because it eliminates stress. Are you planning to upgrade in 2019? Let’s look at the best sports cars under 50k.

1. What is the best sports car for the money?

1. Mazda MX-5 Miata

Here’s a sleek coupe that’s compact and goes from 0-60MPH in just 5.8 seconds. On a sunny day, you can ride slow with the soft top tucked inside the trunk. You can get it in three versions depending on your lifestyle. The Grand Touring is the most popular because the front somehow resembles a BMW Z3.

The interior features a couple of exquisite leather seats that are both water and stain proof. You can choose between jet black or classic tan seats. It comes with a pre-installed 8-inch touch screen used for entertainment and navigation functions. Behind each seat is a bass speaker and the stereo has a built-in subwoofer.

2. Ford Mustang Shelby GT350

If you enjoy high-speed driving during your free time, here’s a car that’s worth your attention. Why? Because it goes from 0-60MPH in just 4.3 seconds! Its engine has a capacity of 526 horsepower and consists of V8 cylinders. Plus, you’ll find a six-speed manual transmission for enhanced speed control.

You can use this car as a family sedan since it has a capacity of five adult passengers. The spacious trunk makes the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 ideal for long-distance road trips because it allows you to store more items.

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3. Chevrolet Camaro SS

The Chevrolet Camaro will make heads turn wherever you go. One of the reasons why it’s so catchy is the long hood front design that’s similar to Mercedes S class series. The narrow cat-like shaped headlights enhance a menacing appeal found in the 80’s muscle cars.

One advantage is that you won’t need to do any aesthetic improvements. You’ll get 17-inch chrome wheels that are usually carbon black in order to contrast the bright color of the car. Perhaps the only modification you might consider is putting racing stripes on your hood all the way to the spoiler.

4. 2016 Audi S4

When you look at this car, you’ll notice that the design looks somewhat executive. You can picture a CEO driving to work in this sports car without looking out of place. Especially, when you get it in color white.

Under the hood is a powerful V6 engine that’s computerized for maximum efficiency. The rear bumper has a set of sensors to help you park in crowded spots or next to walls. It also has front sensors to warn the driver when the distance between them and the next car is too small.

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5. Volkswagen Golf R

Do you like subcompact sports cars? The Volkswagen Golf R comes with five doors and has a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine. It’s an all-wheel-drive making it relevant for a little off-road driving. This feature makes your car safe when driving on wet roads by enhancing your tires’ traction.

The back seat can accommodate two adults or three children. Perhaps the major limitation is that tall people might find the legroom quite uncomfortable. You can use the touchscreen on the dashboard to sync your phone or tablet and enjoy your playlists while on the way to work or a weekend night out.

6. Audi TT

If you love Batman, then you’ll feel really drawn to the 2016 Audi TT. The 220 horsepower turbo-supercharged engine enables you to move from 0-60MPH in just 5.2 seconds. If you’re driving around the city, you’ll cover approximately 20 miles per gallon of gas.

In order to enhance your safety while cruising at high speeds, you’ll notice the high tension in the safety belts. The grips on the steering wheel have a sporty feel to enhance your driving experience when negotiating sharp corners and while drifting. Plus, it comes with an all-wheel-drive feature.

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7. 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe

You can drive the Cadillac ATS Coupe to a high-profile business meeting and still go out drifting on the weekend without looking odd in the company of other sports car drivers. The wide slanting hood gives it the corporate look while the headlights stimulate your adrenaline.

If you owned a Cadillac CTS, you won’t struggle to transition to this coupe. It has a 4G-enabled entertainment system that enables you to stream audio and video without buffering. This feature enhances your entertainment during road trips because you can stream live sports or listen to your favorite podcasts. The dashboard screen pops open and inside you’ll find a wireless charging port for your phone.

8. 2018 Subaru WRX STI

Subaru has proved itself over decades in its consistency in producing high-quality sports vehicles. The 2018 Subaru WRX STI will make you itch for the next road trip. What makes it so powerful? It has a 2.0 liter 268 horsepower supercharged engine accompanied by a 6-speed manual transmission gear.

You can activate it using a key or push-to-start button. Inside, you’ll find a 7-inch screen on top of the dashboard used for controlling keyless features. Outside, the trunk space appears is well-padded to prevent you from damaging your luggage while traveling.

9. Subaru BRZ

This model contains a 205 horsepower engine that enables you to cover 29-32 miles per gallon of gas. You can use it as a family car because it easily accommodates four passengers and has front and rear-end sensors to prevent collisions.

Can you take it for a weekend of off-road driving? Perhaps on moderately rough surfaces because the Subaru BRZ features a Rear Wheel Drive system. If you previously owned a Mazda Mx-5 Miata, you’ll transition into the Subaru brand with ease. Just like most recent models, the Subaru BRZ has chrome pedals to give that sporty aura.

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10. BMW M235i

Did you know that the BMW M235i can go from 0-60 MPH in just 4.8 seconds? It comes with an eight-speed manual transmission system and enables you to cover at least 30 miles per gallon of gas while cruising on the highway. The main reason why stunt drivers love drifting in this model is thanks to its impressive wheel stability at high speeds.

The bucket-design front leather seats are specially designed to cushion your neck, spine, and pelvis for long-distance high-speed driving. You can charge more than one phone at a time using the dashboard ports next to the infotainment screen.

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11. 2016 Dodge Charger R/T

Just like the BMW325i, the 2016 Dodge Charger R/T features an eight-speed manual transmission system. You can get in two versions, which are the SE and SXT models. The engine has an impressive output of 292 horsepower and features an all-wheel-drive system.

During cold weather, you can fight off cold temperatures thanks to the front heating seats. The front seats also have a lumbar adjustment feature to enhance your comfort in various situations. For instance, you’ll need a different setting following a heavy gym workout session on your back.

12. 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

This sports car runs on a 348 horsepower 3.6-liter engine. However, compared to other cars in this list, you’ll notice that it has a higher fuel consumption rate. A gallon of gas in this tank allows you to cover 19 miles in the city and 24 cruising on highways. It features an eight-speed manual transmission that enables it to accelerate from 0-60 in just 5.3 seconds.

At the front, you’ll notice a pair of fog lights located under the headlights. Each side mirror has LED lights to enhance your visibility while driving at night. This coupe has a twin exhaust system and you can enhance its aesthetics by getting a spoiler.

13. 2016 Nissan 370Z NISMO

If you targeted to own a Ford Mustang or a Hyundai Genesis Coupe by the end of 2018 but didn’t have enough cash, this model will give you a better value for money, at a better price. When you look at it from a distance, it kind of resembles a Porsche 911.

The interior stands out thanks to the beautiful bucket seats made from leather and suede. The cockpit has a simplistic design that isn’t overloaded with knobs and buttons. Which is why it’s highly recommended for a first-time sports car owner.

14. 2016 Volvo S60

The 2016 Volvo S60 might make you have second thoughts about purchasing a BMW 5-series. It’s almost the same size, however, more pocket-friendly. This family-size sports car has an extended wheelbase for extra support as well as passenger safety.

While it’s long elegant design makes you want to pictures with it all day, you’ll realize how challenging it is to park it in certain situations. Fortunately, this model has a rear camera and sensors to help you avoid scratching your precious car. It has 19-inch alloy wheels fitted inside Pirelli P7 tires designed for summer and rainy weather.

15. 2016 BMW 340i

The 2016 BMW 340i is one of the first units from BMW to have a twin-powered turbo engine. It’s amazing how you can get a brand new BMW with an output of 320 horsepower for less than 50k. When you compare it with the 2016 Hyundai Coupe, you’ll be shocked to realize that the latter actually consumes more gas per mile. This BMW actually covers 33 miles per gallon on the freeway.

If you’re 6ft tall or more, you might find the back cramped. The back has enough legroom but tall people might find it really uncomfortable bumping their heads against the ceiling frequently.

16. BMW 230i

Do you like BMWs that have a push-to-start button? Here’s a model that you might want to shortlist for a test drive soon. You can choose between an all-wheel-drive (AWD) or rear wheel system depending on the car dealerships near you. The AWD version is more popular because it gives you more control over various road conditions.

BMW really knows how to treat its customers when it comes to lavish interiors. This sports car features oyster white leather seats that have armrests. The controls are user-friendly to first-time BMW owners.

17. Honda Civic Si

The Honda Civic Si (Sports Injected) has a 1.5-liter turbo engine and generates 205 horsepower. This is actually highly recommended for first-time sports car owners thanks to its economical fuel consumption rate. A gallon of gas will help you cover 28 miles in the city and an impressive 38 miles on the freeway.

One of the reasons you’ll get value for money purchasing this sports car is that it contains a 6-speed manual transmission. This system gives you more control while speeding compared to automatic gear transmission. It also has a set of powerful fog lights to help you navigate in poor visibility.

18. Ford Focus RS

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There is something special about a well-maintained, classic car that gives it the ability to turn heads — especially one that has gone above and beyond restoration. Indeed, very few cars have the ability to leave a lasting impression on an individual.

When we see a modern sports car on the road we acknowledge its superiority and maybe take a snap for the Gram or perhaps imagine ourselves driving it. But when it comes to a ’60s, ’70s, ’80s or older model car we can’t help but take a moment to consider the sheer dedication put into the vehicle. We see and sometimes feel the passion emanating from it. We think of its history and the many stories the car and its owner have experienced.

That is exactly what one thinks when first witnessing this unique, classic 1976 Datsun 280z.

Munoz’s 1976 Datsun 280z sits comfortably at the Mary Vagle Nature Center in Fontana, CA.

It’s either that or, “Damn, what a badass car!”

Either reaction is perfectly acceptable.

This beautiful classic belongs to Victor Munoz, 20, of Fontana, Calif. Interestingly enough, he didn’t plan on owning one. He was 18-years-old at the time and his father used Munoz’s own money to salvage the vehicle from certain death by rust and neglect. He wasn’t even totally in love with the car at first. He just liked it enough to keep it and restore it.

And restore it he did.

“My dad basically told me ‘this car is going to be a representation of you. I want you to have a car that you’re not going to throw away ASAP. Either pass it down or keep it forever.'”

The car was beat-up pretty good. Munoz buffed out the paint and customized the exterior to his preference. His license plate “MUYSEXZ” speaks for the car as a whole. But let’s go over some of its striking features.

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The number 25 represents Munoz’s birth date (Oct. 25) and the Japanese underneath translates to “MUYSEXZ.”

“It’s kind of a running gag. I wanted to put something extra on there and I wanted to make it look Japanese because that’s what the car is,” Munoz said. “Not to sound cocky or anything but I noticed people use “SEXY Z” or “SEXZ” so I feel like ever since I’ve had it I kind of influenced people to get something similar.”

The black hash marks on the side fenders were actually added to cover-up a scratch and the front splitter was custom made. Munoz installed the hood vents himself. The vents help keep the engine cool, especially since there’s something special under the hood. It’s easily overlooked by anyone with no real knowledge of Datsun but the hood vents were inspired by the Camaro, which is Victor’s dream car.

The rear louvers give it a classic sporty look and act as a heat deflector to create cooler temperatures in the cabin. Interestingly, the side view mirrors are from a Bullitt Mustang. The 3-piece black spoiler is original and the black side skirts were custom made. He’s running on 16-inch wheels.

The black and silver contrast act as unique color combination that give the car its character and style.

Next is the sunroof, which was sported by only a few 280z’s. The 280z (’75 – ’78) was essentially the same as its predecessors (e.g. 240z and 260z), mind a few exterior changes. To appeal to customers who understood that the 280z was no different, Datsun dealerships, especially those in California, took the initiative to install a sunroof.

“If you find one with a sunroof it’s considered rare,” Munoz said. “It’s basically factory but at the same time it’s not. I would say it’s a dealer-installed type of thing.”

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The cabin looked exactly the same upon purchase. It’s a two seater, coupé style, Japanese take on a sports car with leather door panels, leather seats, leather steering wheel and retro style gauges. Not a bad interior for a 41-year-old classic.

And no, it’s not boosted as the RPM gauge on the dash would imply.

After Munoz swapped his original 3.8 liter in-line 6 for a 5.7 liter carbureted v8 engine from an ’80s Camaro, the factory gauge gave out, and he needed a replacement.

So yes, he is running a Camaro v8 in a 280z — an ’80s v8 mind you but boy does it run.

A rebuilt v8 Camaro engine sits nice and cozy under the hood. Photo by Victor Munoz

It’s a stock Chevy 350 small block with a Chevy 700r4 transmission. He added a shifter kit which gives the car a neck-snapping kick. And with the bigger engine, Munoz needed to install a better coolant system. He has a Champion radiator with a Volvo fan hooked-up to a BMW thermostat. With the v8 engine the curb-weight is around 3,000 lbs. whereas the original curb-weight is around 2,800 lbs. He’s packing about 270-280 horsepower.

For the exhaust system the car is running Supper 44s by Flowmaster along with a custom glass pack and 2.5-inch piping to the headers.

It really is a bit of a “Frankenstein” car as Munoz puts it.

He named the car Maggie and for good reason.

After buying the car, Munoz found an envelope inside with a picture of a young girl.

“I was confused at first,” Munoz said. “Maybe they forgot to to throw it out or whatever but I found another picture with the same little girl at a car show with an older man.”

The man in the image was the previous owner of the car and he intended to pass it down to the girl but she passed away. Her name was Maggie.

“I guess he [the previous owner] tried to finish it for her but then he passed away. So as a tribute to them, I named the car Maggie for that girl. I plan on finishing it basically for that reason.”

The car is quite the head-turner. But to Munoz it’s no longer about attracting attention. To him it’s about about enjoying the car and building it to his style and taste.

“I still have plans for the future but this is where I wanted it to be for a good while. I’m at the point where I just drive it for my enjoyment. I don’t care to impress anymore. I’ve met a lot of people through this car so I’m grateful for that. But as far as compliments go, yeah, I do get the occasional thumbs-up on the freeway.”

The 1976 Datsun 280z AKA “Maggie.” Photo by Victor Munoz

I.E. Street Whips: 1976 Datsun 280z There is something special about a well-maintained, classic car that gives it the ability to turn heads — especially one that has gone above and beyond restoration.

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