#two Color headlamp mold

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[tigermike]

1958 chevrolet bel air impala convertible

History, The Impala name was first used for the full-sized 1956 General Motors Motorama show car that bore Corvette-like design cues, especially the grille. It was named Impala after the graceful African antelope, and this animal became the car's logo. Painted emerald green metallic, with a white interior, the Impala concept car featured hardtop styling. Clare MacKichan's design team, along with designers from Pontiac, started to establish basic packaging and dimensions for their shared 1958 General Motors "A" body in June. The first styling sketch that would directly influence the finished Chevrolet automobile was seen by General Motors Styling vice president Harley Earlin October. Seven months later, the basic design was developed.

For its debut in 1958, the Impala was distinguished from other models by its symmetrical triple taillights. The Chevrolet Caprice was introduced as a top-line Impala Sport Sedan for model year 1965, later becoming a separate series positioned above the Impala in 1966, which, in turn, remained above the Chevrolet Bel Air and the Chevrolet Biscayne. The Impala continued as Chevrolet's most popular full-size model through the mid-1980s. Between 1994 and 1996, the Impala was revised as a 5.7-liter V8–powered version of the Chevrolet Caprice Classicsedan.

First generation (1958)

1For 1958, GM was promoting their fiftieth year of production, and introduced anniversary models for each brand; Cadillac, Buick, Oldsmobile, Pontiac, and Chevrolet. The 1958 models shared a common appearance on the top models for each brand; Cadillac Eldorado Seville, Buick Roadmaster Riviera, Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday, Pontiac Bonneville Catalina, and the #Chevrolet Bel-Air #Impala.

The Impala was introduced for the 1958 model year as top of the line Bel Air hardtops and convertibles. From the windshield pillar rearward, the 1958 Bel Air Impala differed structurally from the lower-priced Chevrolet models. Hardtops had a slightly shorter greenhouse and longer rear deck. The wheelbase of the Impala was longer than the lower priced models, although the overall length was identical. Interiors held a two-spoke steering wheel and color-keyed door panels with brushed aluminum trim. No other series included a convertible.

The 1958 Chevrolet models were longer, lower, and wider than its predecessors.The 1958 model year was the first with dual headlamps. The tailfins of the 1957 were replaced by deeply sculptured rear fenders. Impalas had three taillights each side, while lesser models had two and wagons just one. The Impalas included crossed-flag insignias above the side moldings, as well as bright rocker moldings and dummy rear-fender scoops.

The standard perimeter-type frame was abandoned, replaced by a unit with rails laid out in the form of an elongated "X." Chevrolet claimed that the new frame offered increased torsional rigidity and allowed for a lower placement of the passenger compartment. This was a transitional step between traditional construction and the later fully unitized body/chassis, the body structure was strengthened in the rocker panels and firewall.However, this frame was not as effective in protecting the interior structure in a side impact crash, as a traditional perimeter frame.

A coil spring suspension replaced the previous year's rear leaf springs, and an air ride system was optional. A 283 cu in (4,640 cc) engine was the standard V8, with ratings that ranged from 185 to 290 horsepower. A "W" block (not to be confused with the big-block) 348 cu in (5,700 cc) Turbo-Thrust V8 was optional, producing 250 hp (190 kW), 280 hp (210 kW), or 315 hp (235 kW). The Ramjet fuel injection was available as an option for the Turbo-Fire 283 V8, not popular in 1958.

A total of 55,989 Impala convertibles and 125,480 coupes were built representing 15 percent of Chevrolet production. The 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Impala helped Chevrolet regain the number one production spot in this recession year.

[mdcmould]

What is the Difference Between DMC and BMC?

In the field of composite materials, two commonly used molding compounds are DMC (Dough Molding Compound) and BMC (Bulk Molding Compound). Both are thermosetting plastic materials reinforced with fibers, predominantly used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and electrical. However, there are distinct differences between the two in terms of their composition, processing techniques, and applications. Understanding these differences is crucial for selecting the right material for specific engineering requirements.

Composition and Characteristics

Dough Molding Compound (DMC)

DMC is a ready-to-use, fiber-reinforced thermoset compound. The primary components of DMC include:

Polyester Resin: Acts as the binding matrix.

Glass Fibers: Provide reinforcement and improve mechanical strength.

Fillers: Enhance specific properties like flame retardancy and dimensional stability.

Catalysts and Additives: Aid in the curing process and improve material properties.

Bulk Molding Compound (BMC)

BMC is similar to DMC but is typically more viscous and can come in bulk form. The main components of BMC include:

Thermoset Resin (usually Polyester or Vinyl Ester): Provides the matrix for the composite.

Glass Fibers: Used for reinforcement, with a content usually between 10% to 30%.

Fillers and Additives: Enhance properties such as shrinkage control, flame resistance, and surface finish.

Pigments: For coloration and aesthetic purposes.

Processing Techniques

DMC Processing

DMC is primarily processed using compression molding or injection molding. The material is placed into a heated mold cavity where it is compressed under high pressure. This method ensures that the DMC fills the entire mold cavity, curing into the desired shape. The key advantages of using DMC in compression molding include:

Precision: Produces high-tolerance parts.

Surface Finish: Excellent for parts requiring fine details and smooth surfaces.

Efficiency: Suitable for high-volume production runs.

BMC Processing

BMC is also commonly processed using compression molding, but it can additionally be processed through transfer molding and injection molding. The choice of method depends on the complexity and size of the part. The benefits of BMC processing include:

Versatility: Ideal for manufacturing complex and detailed components.

Consistency: Offers uniform properties and high repeatability.

Flexibility: Can be molded into various shapes and sizes.

Applications

DMC Applications

DMC's excellent mechanical and electrical properties make it suitable for applications that require robustness and reliability. Common uses include:

Electrical Components: Switches, connectors, and insulators.

Automotive Parts: Engine covers, housings, and under-the-hood components.

Industrial Equipment: Pump housings, valve bodies, and enclosures.

BMC Applications

BMC's moldability and surface finish make it ideal for applications that require complex shapes and aesthetics. Typical applications include:

Automotive: Headlamp reflectors, battery covers, and grille opening panels.

Electrical: Circuit breaker components, switchgear, and enclosures.

Consumer Goods: Handles, knobs, and appliance housings.

Key Differences

Here are the key differences between DMC and BMC:

Consistency:

DMC: Dough-like, easier to handle.

BMC: More viscous, available in bulk form.

Glass Fiber Content:

DMC: Typically higher, offering greater mechanical strength.

BMC: Can vary, allowing for more flexible applications.

Processing Techniques:

DMC: Primarily compression and injection molding.

BMC: Compression, transfer, and injection molding.

Applications:

DMC: Focuses on applications requiring high mechanical and electrical properties.

BMC: Suited for complex shapes and detailed parts with high surface finish.

Conclusion

Understanding the differences between DMC and BMC is essential for making informed decisions in composite material selection. Both materials offer unique advantages tailored to specific industrial needs. By considering factors such as material consistency, glass fiber content, processing techniques, and end-use applications, engineers and designers can optimize their product development processes and achieve superior performance in their respective fields.

In summary, while both DMC and BMC are integral to the composite materials industry, their distinct properties and processing methods make them suitable for different applications. Choosing the right compound can significantly impact the quality, durability, and performance of the final product.

[dcnatural]

Is There Somewhere

Word Count: 2392

Pairing: Harley Quinn x Poison Ivy

Rating: Mature

Synopsis: Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn meet to finish unfinished business, and Ivy recalls a magical night the duo had shared.

Unless you knew what you were looking for, the Gotham Garden Motel was hard to spot. Squeezed between two warehouses on the road leading to Arkham Island, the building seemed abandoned: the glass of the windows was covered in dust, making it impossible to see anything in the other side; the sign which announced the name of the establishment was missing some letters and the neon lights had long stopped working; the roof was missing a couple of tiles and the white paint was peeling off the outside walls, which were covered by cracks. It was a miracle the place was still standing.

Despite the decrepit state of the motel, its driveway was often filled with cars and people were seen going in and out at a regular basis. If one dared to open the rotten wooden door, they would find themselves inside a shockingly well illuminated reception. It even had a waiting area, which included a tube television and a coffee machine. An employee in a cheap cotton uniform sat behind the large desk, alternating between watching a soap opera and scribbling something on the notebook open in front of them. A door reading “Employees Only” leads into the office, a separated area with two large window panes that could be used to spy on the reception. 

They didn’t ask for IDs and only accepted upfront payments made in cash, the registration was as simple as writing whichever name you wanted in the book and leaving the money. You would then be given a key to your room. This discretion was the main reason behind the motel's popularity. Whether you were a cheating husband, a drug dealer or a high tier super criminal, if you wanted to have a clandestine meeting, this was the place to come. Everyone who visited the motel was involved in some shady business. The whole premise of the place was that you could come, do your shit and leave, no questions asked.

That's why the clerk didn’t bat an eye when Poison Ivy came striding in through the front entrance, placed a wad of cash in the front desk, signed the visitor’s log, took the key for room 93 and headed to the staircase without saying a word. Nor did the clerk find it unusual when, fifteen minutes later, Harley Quinn burst in and raced upstairs, not even bothering to close the door after her.

Room 93 was located on the fourth floor. Unlike most hotels, which the room’s number indicated their respective floor, the Gotham Garden didn’t use this rationale. Instead, the numbers had been randomly assigned; a brilliant idea that occured to the first owner after getting wasted in a bar downtown. Therefore, there was no intuitive way of finding your room, and the guests were required to carefully read the maps plastered to the walls of the staircase.

While the reception gave the impression of belonging to a decent place, the rest of the hotel matched the state of the outside. The red carpet covering the floor had a thick cover of dust and mold, the lamps in the ceiling were either burned out or flickered inconsistently. Cockroaches crawled around, and one could hear the screeches made by the rats inhabiting the wall. Each door had been painted with a different color, but now the ink was faded and everything looked like a lifeless gray.

Harley verified if the hallway was clear before tapping on the dark-blue door. Dressed in a black hat with a wide brim, overly large star-shaped pink sunglasses and an old trench coat, she looked like the most comical spy in the world.

The knock caused Ivy to jump from her chair, and she stumbled to reach the door. She gave a quick glance at the bathroom mirror to ensure that her vivid red hair was well combed and her shirt was in place. Her heartbeat was frantic and she took a deep breath to calm herself, inhaling the lavender scent of her perfume.

Ivy sighed as she contemplated the girl before her. “Didn’t I tell you to be discreet?”, she complained as Harley skipped inside.

“This is discreet, Pams. No one can recognize me with these glasses. Betcha you wouldn’t have known it was me if I hadn’t told you I was coming disguised”, she replied as she removed the sunglasses and tossed them aside. They skittered through the floor before stopping underneath the wardrobe. 

She then took off her hat, letting her blonde locks cascade down her back. The colorful streaks had been washed off, with only ghostly remnants of pink and blue to evidence the product of Harley’s latest post-break-up-hair-makeover. It only made sense that now that she was back with the Joker she would try to erase any change she had made during their time apart.

The darkened windows didn’t allow much light to pass through and, despite being early afternoon, Ivy had turned on the twin lamp shades that decorated the nightstands, their floral pattern casting shadows in the threadbare arabic rug that covered the floor underneath the bed.

Harley sat in the far end of the bed, back propped against the wall and legs stretched over the mattress. “So, what’d you wanted to talk about, uh?”

Ivy paced around the room, she couldn’t bring herself to look at Harley. “How could you go back to him?”, the words left her mouth in an urgent whisper. Tears stung the corners of her eyes, blurring her vision and she felt the urge to brush them away. Tears were a sign of weakness and weaknesses weren't a luxury she could afford. In fact, the last time she had cried was back when she still was Pamela Isley, on that fateful day that would haunt her for the rest of her life. Her last tears had been shred when she laid on the floor, dying only to be reborn as Poison Ivy.

Harley idly played with her hair, curling it around her well manicured fingers. She didn’t know how to reply to that. Why did she return to the Joker every time? Why did she still love him when all he did was hurt her? She knew it was an abusive relationship, she hadn't spent years training as a shrink for nothing, but she couldn't find the strength in herself to cut him out of her life. For better or for worse, he had shaped her into who she was now. She feared that without his influence in her life, she would go back into being Dr. Harleen Quinzel, and honestly, the prospect of normalcy terrified her.

But she couldn't tell Ivy all of that, so she did what she knew best and created a diversion. "You know, your hair’s fantastic today. Are you using a new shampoo?"

As if moving by their own accord, Ivy's lips curled into a smile. She cursed herself. She should be angry, sad, outraged. But there was something about Harley that always made her let her guard down. Harley had the gift of bringing happiness into Ivy's loneliness. And perhaps that was the reason why that betrayal had hurt so much.

Ivy collapsed into the bed, careful not to get too close to Harley. She wasn't sure if she could deal with so much proximity right now. Not in this bed, at least. She closed her eyes and allowed her mind to wonder. To travel back to a week ago, before the Joker sweeped in again and took Harley with him. Back to when it had been just the two of them, hiding in this same room while they counted their loot and laughed about the stupidity of the guards of the jewelry story they had just robbed.

That day had awakened something in Ivy, and she had thought that her friend felt the same. But clearly she had been wrong. 

In her mind she relieved it all, every single detail of that fateful day, from the smell of the strawberry bubblegum Harley had been chewing to the sound of gold clittering against gold.

* * *

The first thing Harley had done once they were secured inside the room was to remove her jester suit, the sweaty outfit was sticking to her skin and making her itchy. Stripped to her underwear and tube socks, she had then proceeded to catalogue every single item they had stolen, listing the retail price in a chart. 

Ivy had offered to help, but Harley had her own system and every time the redhead tried to do something she only mixed it all up. So she had given up and was texting her usual fence to ask when they could meet.

"I love this song", Harley shouted when the radio began to play a slow pop ballad. She seemed like a completely different person from the concentrated woman she was seconds ago. Climbing off the bed, she began to dance, with a grace that only the ones who had trained for years were able to do. She moved like air, arms swaying to the rhythm of the music and hips rocking back and forth in matching pace. The whiteness of her skin was a stark contrast to the black and red socks she wore, and Ivy’s gaze lingered on those long and slender legs. For a moment she wondered what it would be like to have those legs tangled around her own body, to have those hands caressing her skin. 

“Come dance with me”, Harley asked, tugging Ivy’s arm and trying to pull her to her feet.

Ivy shook her head. “I don’t dance.”

Harley rolled her eyes and pouted. “Pretty please, for me! It’s boring to dance alone.”

Faced with the other girl’s plea, Ivy couldn’t find in her the strength to say ‘no’ and so she relented, allowing Harley to pull her up. Ivy’s movements were awkward, her body rigid whereas Harley’s was fluid. She misteped and tripped, but Harley was always there to catch her before she fell.

The song ended and another began, and they kept swirling around the room. The soft melody brought them closer, Harley’s arms embracing Ivy’s waist, chests pressed together and faces inches apart. Harley suppressed a yawn, eyelids fluttering shut as exhaustion began to take over. She nestled her head on Ivy’s shoulder, taking advantage of her friend’s taller stature. 

The rest of the world faded away, all that Ivy could think of was the intoxicating feeling of Harley’s lips brushing against her bare skin. Outside, a car passed by, the headlamp shining even through the dirt glass, creating a brief spotlight for the two girls.

A false move caused Harley to trip, and they stumbled, Ivy’s back landing on the saggy mattress with Harley on top of her. For a moment, time stood still. They laid over the white sheets, not moving and barely breathing. A tension hung in the air between them, an unvoiced desire that previously neither had felt. 

Then, before Ivy knew what was happening, Harley leaned down and brought her mouth to Ivy’s, hovering like that for an instant before closing the remaining distance. At first, the touch was light as a feather, barely there. Then, with renewed passion, Harley pressed harder, Ivy’s lips welcoming her. Ivy didn’t protest as Harley slid the strapless leotard out of her body, the garment falling to the floor near where Harley’s own jumpsuit laid.

When Harley pulled away, it was only so she could lay a trail of wet kisses. She sucked, licked and bit every inch of exposed skin, venturing further down with each second. She stopped at Ivy’s navel, looking up in search for permission, and Ivy remembered how to move for just long enough to nod, before collapsing back onto the bed. 

Every nerve in Ivy’s body was on fire. Her mind was numb. She felt nothing but Harley. Harley’s mouth. Harley’s fingers. Harley’s skin. Harley. Harley. Harley. The name echoed in Ivy’s mind with every beat of her heart. Ivy clutched tightly at Harley’s arms, the firmness of the muscles underneath her fingers ensuring her that this wasn’t just part of her imagination. Ivy felt herself coming undone under her friend’s touch. She couldn’t think she couldn’t speak, she couldn’t breath. All her worries and fears that clouded her brain faded away until only Harley was left.

* * *

“Pammy?”

Harley’s voice pulled Ivy back to the present and she snapped her eyes open. “I thought we had something.”

“We did. We do. You are my best friend. I love you. I really do”, there was a note of sadness in Harley's voice as she spoke.

Tears spilled out of the corners of Ivy’s eyes. “But you love him more.”

Harley nodded. “I’m sorry. I shouldn’t…”

“No”, Ivy interrupted, sliding out of the bed. “It’s fine. I was foolish to believe you would actually leave him for real. I just wish I could let this go, forget it ever happened.”

She realized now how stupid this had been. Nothing she did could ever change Harley’s mind. She needed to get out of that room, she needed fresh air.

“Ives, come on”, Harley pleaded, rushing to grab Ivy’s arm before she could leave.

Ivy twisted out of her friend’s hold and opened the door. “I need to go. I’m sorry.”

The door closed shut behind Ivy and Harley allowed her body to fall to the floor, back against the scrapped dark blue paint. A sob escaped her lips and she buried her face in her knees, shielding herself from the world. She felt alone. Her best friend had abandoned her. And perhaps I deserve that, Harley thought. She didn’t know which was her worst mistake: falling in love with the Joker or with Ivy.

Outside, Ivy inhaled the fresh afternoon air and began the long walk back to the Botanical Garden. She hadn’t meant to fall in love that night, but now it was done and there’s no way of fixing it. She wished Harley could leave the Joker, not just out of jealousy but because she knew her friend deserved better. I could offer her better.

The dusk had settled over Gotham when a figure wearing a trench coat and hat left the Gotham Garden Motel. She opened the door to a green car and, with the motor rumbling, she took off into the darkness.

[whispersafterdusk]

Lost in Time - ch 6

"One more floor to go until Stewart, and two more skeletons to find..." Selene muttered as the elevator doors slid open.  She'd seen them do this so many times she was starting to see it in her dreams, and hear that little grating noise that trailed off into a metallic squeak right as they withdrew completely into the sides of the car. She was sweaty, dirty, and her hands were cramping, but finally (after nearly two weeks!) they were approaching the All Source AI of this place.

Finally letting Petra and Merlin in had been the right choice; Eli and Selene only had to show them one time how to assemble the brackets and where to attach those wires to, and now they were working as a proper team to methodically clear each floor.  It was also a nice change to have two extra pairs of hands helping carry everything (for which Selene was more grateful for Eli's sake than for her own).  ((Continued below cut))

They'd tried getting to the relay box that Pauline had said had failed hundreds of years ago; Eli thought she knew approximately where it ought to be within the wall - and it made sense, being as that section of the wall seemed thicker and sturdier for several panels in each direction while also reinforced in the floor and ceiling - but none of their tools even came close to fitting the bolts that held the panels in place.  Selene had used a bit of tape and shavings off a pencil to take a rough "cast" of the size and shape of the bolt's head and would have to try casting it and using it to make a mold to make a tool when she got back to her shop as not even the Research Center had anything that would come close to working either.

"Do you think 16 will be enough?" she heard Petra ask behind her.

Selene trudged out of the elevator; Petra was right on her heels wheeling along the dolly with crates full of yellow power stones all nestled into brackets and ready to go, and by 16 Petra meant 16 total brackets with 6 stones apiece in them (along with a crate of the usual blue ones they'd been using to get doors open). Selene had never seen that many of the yellow ones in one place before; it was probably every spare yellow power stone in Portia, and she couldn't imagine where Merlin and Petra had had those squirreled away or how they got that many.  When they'd hooked Wendy up to a new power source they'd used a pair of massive engines but that wasn't an option down here...

Eli answered Petra before Selene could.  "Maybe.  I'm not sure. It likely won't give him full access to the entire facility but might be enough to get information on what happened down here.  And maybe directions to a supply closet or maintenance hall that might still have something in it."

That was just one of the mysteries of this place; at some point during the evacuation it seemed that spare supplies had been taken out along with the people.  They had no idea why as Eli couldn't think of a reason for the facility to have been totally abandoned in a "rush" but not so rushed that they had time to take things with them...hopefully Stewart could clear things up for them.

Speaking of Eli... Selene could tell the woman was tired but pushing herself to keep going.  Would it be rude to suggest she sit and let the three of them take over this floor?  It felt rude, but she also didn't want to see the woman hurt herself by over-exerting down here.

"-you take the nearest ones, Eli," she said instead.  "We can start at the other end of this hallway."

Eli's response was a shrug; Petra moved the crate with the yellow stones in it off the stack and from the one under it pulled out six brackets with blue stones and left them stacked neatly for Eli before wheeling the rest of them along in Selene and Merlin's wake.

This hallway was at least devoid of the disintegrating carpet; the floor was covered with some sort of tiling that was a bit slick with dust and grime but looked to have once been white.  The walls were an eggshell color along with decorative dark wooden paneling hanging at regular intervals that had flower pots (full of long-dead floral plants) mounted in their center, and the light fixtures were down-turned glass bowls instead of the previous floor's upturned scallop shapes.  

Behind them she heard the distant creak and pop of a panel coming loose and knew Eli was already starting but they still hadn't found the end of this hallway, and were easily a hundred feet or more from the elevator now.

She reached up to adjust her head lamp's beam to a wider one (they'd given up on trying to keep the lights powered as it was now taking too many brackets to get them bright enough to be worth it).  "At least it's a nice change of scenery?"

"It does make one wonder why this area is different," Merlin replied.  "All the other halls were uniform, and now this one is far fancier."

"Perhaps it's related to the All Source being down here.  This may be a sort of executive wing - where the higher ranking officials of this place had their offices," Petra offered.  

"That would be logical, I suppose."

"How long does this hallway go- oh.  Here it is," Selene said, coming to a slippery stop on the grimy tile as the hallway finally ended in an abrupt left turn that led into an area that was only eight feet deep; a single armchair was back here, and a very small side table, both of which were shoved against the wall to her left.  On the very back wall of this little area was a very faded wall hanging with pictures of robots, humans in both regular clothing and some in long white coats like the one Dr. Xu wore, and with what once had been a very beautiful starscape in the "sky" above their heads.  Along with the pretty starry sky there was decorative writing of some kind around the humans and robots, arranged in small snippets and in a script she didn't recognize.

Touching it would probably be a bad idea but boy did she want to touch it right now; what kind of fabric was it made of?  It was probably dust and dry rot that had caused it to fade as it didn't look like insects had gotten at it.  "Wonder what it says..." was what Selene said instead of touching it.  "I don't think I've seen that kind of writing before."

"Nor have I..." Merlin mused.  The older woman reached up to adjust her own headlamp to a much finer beam and leaned in until she was only a few inches away from the tapestry, eying its details.  "It's well preserved, all things considered."

Selene looked up to the top of the tapestry; she thought she could just barely see a pole attached to the top of the hanging but it was mostly covered by a decorative...well, cover.  It was clearly meant to hide the pole that held the tapestry up and was painted (she could see flecks of the paint falling away) to resemble the wooden paneling down here.

"Maybe we can figure out a way to get it safely down and take it out of here," Petra said quietly.  She was studying the tapestry too though she seemed specifically interested in the starscape part.  "I don't recognize any of these constellations."

"Artistic interpretation," came Eli's voice from directly behind them; they all jumped and turned to see the woman standing at the corner smiling at them.  "I recognize that image - it's a painting by Lorenzo Raphael."

Selene looked between her and the hanging.  "Is it painted on the fabric, or printed?"

"Printed.  A lot of paintings got reproduced as screen printings you could buy for a fraction of the cost of the actual painting.  Most artists made more money off doing that than they did actually selling their works as originals."

"What does it say?" Petra asked.  "What language is it?"

Eli moved forward to stand with them.  "It's Dubeian.  It says "mankind once looked to the birds in the sky, and asked how.  Then they learned, and asked why.  Then they looked to the heavens and asked, why not."   It's an incredibly pretentious way of saying mankind a long time ago questioned how and why birds fly, then we figured it out and kept going higher. Lorenzo was known for that - using a hundred words when five would've gotten the point across."

"...THAT'S Dubeian?" Selene eyed the script again; it was fancy - all loops and curves - and didn't look anything like the alphabet she knew.  "How many languages were there back then?"

"Millions, probably.  It's partly why Base Common - which is what we're all speaking - came into existence.  We all needed a sort of centralized language so we could talk and trade with one another, and make sure all our financial, medical, or technological doodads could communicate with each other easily."  The woman paused, then continued on a language Selene hadn't heard before; it was lyrical and made of mostly soft sounds such that the few hard endings and a couple of deep throat clicks seemed highly out of place.  "-and usually everyone knew their native language and Base Common, bare minimum."

"How fascinating..." Merlin said, rubbing her chin as she looked the wall hanging over again.  "I wonder.  How many languages do you know or recognize from your time period?"

"I'm fluent in a couple and can fumble my way through a couple more beyond that."

Merlin flipped off her head lamp before turning to face Eli again.  "We do have a few data discs with information on it in languages we'd never seen before.  Perhaps you could translate."

"Possibly, but I can promise you there's likely nothing too important if it's not in Base Common.  Might be someone's personal work or journal but don't expect to find anything ground breaking."

That had Petra giggling.  "Well.  Even if it's someone's favorite recipes we'd like to know what it says."

Together they turned and left the little tapestry corner; Eli had gotten the four doors on her side of the hall all wired up.  Along with the change in decorations this hallway also had fewer doors that were further apart from one another than all the other floors.  It made Selene think that maybe these led to hallways of their own, or else these were much, much larger rooms than all the others.  They quickly got the other powered brackets into place and retreated to the end of the hallway near the elevator.

"Here goes nothing..." Selene said quietly, looking back at the others before reaching down to flip the switch on the first bracket.

There was the familiar whirring noise and a thunk before the door slid open.  Clicking on her flashlight again Selene aimed it into the doorway only for the light beam to seemingly be swallowed by the dark - it hardly traveled into the room at all.  She walked forward through the door and into, as she'd suspected, an enormous room compared to all the rest they'd examined so far.

"Wow..."  Stepping in further Selene swept her flashlight from side to side; this room was easily fifty feet wide and maybe twice as long.  Standing in clusters throughough the room was...equipment, of some kind.  Interspersed between the equipment thingies were high, flat topped tables that were covered in a leather-looking fabric that was heavily cracked from age. "What was this place, I wonder..."

"Ah - I know what this is.  Or at least what this room in particular is."

Selene turned around to see Eli's silhouette moving through the door.  "What is it?"

"Rehab," was the woman's answer.  "Physical therapy stuff."

Eli switched off the headlamp she wore and held out a hand for Selene's flashlight; Selene handed it over and followed at her elbow as she moved over toward the nearest grouping of things -- there were two parallel railings bolted to the floor, a little over a shoulder's width apart, and near it was a stationary set of 4 stairs with railings at the same angle as the stair's incline.  

The carpet in here was relatively intact but felt pathetically thin under her feet.  Eying the carpet under the stationary stairs drew her attention to her immediate right where there was a wide strip of...it looked like rubbery carpet, in a dark gray, that was marked with faded lines and numbers that ran around the entire room at the border, smoothing out into curves at the corners without changing in width at any point. It reminded her of the Land Run but instead of the distance markers being up on poles here it was instead printed on the floor itself.

"Rehab, physical therapy..." Merlin repeated.  "Being as this is a medical facility my assumption is this equipment was used to strengthen oneself?"

Eli nodded, moving the beam of light from set to set.  "Yep.  Most of this is equipment you'd use to work on your balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, to name a few.  Some is just regular exercise equipment that doubles for therapy work.  Pretty basic stuff in here.  I guess that's why this area down here is different - this is a patient area, and those were always made up nicely to help relax people as they worked on their health.  Injury, sickness, or age could get you sent to a physical therapy session or two."

Selene followed the beam with her gaze as Eli moved it around; there were various sizes of wooden blocks, more stairs, more tables, lots of what looked like deflated rubber balls, cords and jump ropes, things that looked like weird bicycles...   "Why would they put a patient area down in the lowest levels?"

With a shrug Eli handed the flashlight back.  "Couldn't tell you.  There were a lot of dormitory rooms above us so I bet this place doubled as a long stay rehabilitation center -- not every room above was meant for an employee's use, I guess."

"Was it common for people to live where they worked?" Petra asked.

"Depends on the line of work but yeah, sometimes.  Also with how...um.  With how huge Dubei was, for a lot of people and employers it was just more efficient to house everyone onsite.  Could take you an entire day to get from one end of Dubei to the other."

Merlin shook her head as she left the room.  "I can't picture a city so large."

Selene let everyone else leave ahead of her then followed along as they popped the other doors.  These rooms had more of the same therapy equipment (but were much smaller than the room they'd just left - more personal, it felt like) and she decided to roam a bit further into the last one; the equipment was mostly non-powered - as in, it wasn't meant to be powered at all though there were a few things she found plugs and cords on, and there were regular plug outlets along the walls, at certain places on the floor, and even a few spots on the ceiling.   Experimentally she tried to turn the wheel of a bike and found it stuck; even though it didn't seem like there was moisture down here the metal had still fused together over time.  If it couldn't be repaired or restored she might be able to salvage all those gears, some chains, and the metal would be still somewhat good to melt down as scrap...maybe she could even re-purpose the scrap into rebuilding--

"Let's move on," came Merlin's shout from outside the room; it echoed oddly amongst the equipment and Selene hurried out to join the others in the elevator.

"Being as so many other substantial things appear to have been removed from this place it seems a bit odd that this therapy equipment would be left behind."

Eli shrugged.  "It's easy to make, easy to replace.  Dirt cheap to buy compared to everything that SHOULD have been left behind in an emergency in the supply closets but wasn't.  A lightbulb is more valuable in the long run than an exercise bike."

That made sense.  Sort of.  The elevator smoothly carried them down to the next floor - it was almost All Source time.

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The more pieces they found on their own the less this place made sense.

Before heading down to these last few floors they'd talked to Pauline again; she'd said this was a medical research facility - specifically, a bio-technical research facility.  Making machine-like biological devices in the pursuit of treating health issues.  A research facility meant to build "machines" out of organic components wouldn't have much need for physical therapy equipment, and especially not an entire floor's worth of it...while a rehab patient might benefit from bio-technical intervention in certain diseases she knew that there weren't any official medical programs within Dubei that would have legally allowed people to be lab rats, and there was no way a facility could operate for long while illegally experimenting on people.

Well, whatever.  The All Source AI would be able to answer all their questions.

Which, that SHOULD be somewhere on this floor.

The elevator had spat them out into another small sitting area; what had once been overstuffed, luxurious armchairs were now crumbling and rotted, along with the matching couches and plush pillows that sat on them - likely this was a waiting room for patients.  Low coffee tables and small but taller tables stood beside or between groups of the furniture, making nice and neat little areas that felt contained despite being in one open space; along the walls were dusty old screens Eli assumed had once been capable of television and movie broadcasts, and she wasn't able to entirely stop a small, wistful smile from crossing her face -- she doubted this world would have movies, or musicals, or television.  Or at least not in the format she was used to.

Beyond the waiting area was a hallway that curved in either direction; she took a right turn and began to plod along, noting as the paneling on her left-hand side gave way to frosted glass that was caked in grime and made all the more impossible to see through.  The wood paneling on the wall to her right remained, and old-fashioned wooden doors were spaced at roughly twenty foot intervals.

The hallway continued to curve and an idea of the floor layout was forming in her mind. "All right - I think this just goes in a circle," she said finally.  "In the middle here should be the All Source.  No idea what these rooms on the outer part of this circle are for but I'm betting we're going to have a hell of a time getting in to the All Source since the entry door SHOULD be one of those that's access-locked.  Pauline might have given me access to what she could control but that won't apply here, especially since I don't have any sort of access key and we lack power to the central servers."

"Uh..." Selene started; when Eli turned to look back at her the woman had a sheepish look to her.

"What?"

"Well, when we were trying to get inside the room where you were, Arlo just...kinda...sorta, broke the glass door, if you remember."

Eli snorted - yeah, she remembered that now.  "We won't be able to do that here.  If it's protecting an All Source AI I bet this glass could take a bullet hosing and not shatter.  We'll have to figure out where in the floor the emergency release is."

"The FLOOR?" Selene repeated, huffing out a sigh.  "I haven't seen any places where it looked like we could get under the floor."

"Because we don't get into the floor through the floor.  We'll get in there through a maintenance shaft."   She paused and looked at the identical fake wooden doors (as in, the wood was fake, not that the door was) and sighed herself.  "Might take awhile, but I bet behind one of these doors are stairs down to an access shaft.  They tended to keep those compact and close to where you needed to get inside as buildings got larger."

"You know..." Petra said, walking up to one of the doors and rubbing a hand against it.  "It occurs to me that nothing we've seen so far had any sort of number or plaque identifying it.  How did anyone know what's what?  Sheer memorization?"

"Sort of?" Eli answered.  "I mean...go somewhere enough times and you'll remember where it is.  But we all had uh... You have clocks, right?"  Petra, Merlin, and Selene all nodded at her in unison.  "Are they hi-def or analog?"

"...huh?" was Selene's response.

"Um...  Do they tick tock, or are they a display?"

"Oh.  Tick tock."

"Ok.  So we had these things called Hi-Defs.  Their actual names were High Definition Personal Display Units - they were about this big-" Eli held her hand out with her thumb and forefinger about an inch and a half apart, "-square for the basic models.  The more expensive ones were about this big-" this time she held out both hands about five inches apart with her fingers and thumb forming a narrow rectangle.  "You wore them on your wrist or arm and they were basically a tiny AI you carried around with you.  It would project a larger image into the air that you could interact with with a finger or you could use voice commands with it.  All addresses were automatically updated to your Hi-Def once you were within a set area for it -- for example if you were to walk inside this building wearing one all room numbers and directions would be automatically ready for you to pull up any time, and you could always punch in any address at any time and be guided there by your Hi-Def."

"Wow...  But, what happened if you didn't have a Hi-Def?" Selene asked.

Eli shook her head.  "Not possible, unless you broke yours and just never replaced it, which would have been a very stupid idea.  EVERYONE was given a basic model Hi-Def once they hit ten years old - government paid for them and made them readily available for everyone who needed one, though you might have to pay a small fee to replace yours depending on how it broke.  It would have been pretty impossible to get anywhere in or beyond Dubei without one."

"Travel in the Old World sounds like it was...complicated."

Chuckling she turned to eye the nearest door.  "Not to someone who lived there.  ...er, then."

Petra had rubbed away some of the dust on the door earlier, revealing that the varnish on the door was cloudy but you could still make out the pretty, dark grain of the actual wood beneath it.  Eli moved toward it and brushed her hands all the way around the frame of the door; there weren't any scuff marks, knicks, or dings in the frame so she was fairly convinced this wasn't the maintenance access door (careless people with toolboxes were a common "danger" to any and all door frames - even the plasti-crete or stainless steel ones).  They'd already passed four doors and there were who knew how many more ahead of them if they kept going forward along the hall.

"Well..." she said, looking back at the others.  "Who's feeling lucky?"

After a few hours work, moving counter clockwise around the circle from the elevator, they all could call themselves lucky; finally, in these rooms, they were starting to find stashed components -- lightbulbs, circuit boards, keyboards and screens, a few Hi-Def replacement pieces, cords and discs and...just, anything Eli could think of that would've gone into a computer or any other technical equipment was in here.  And it was clear these rooms WEREN'T intended to be storage rooms as they were as nicely appointed as the previous sitting area had been.

Despite them being stacked high with boxes that she'd previously been hoping to find Eli found herself wishing the armchairs weren't falling apart and were empty all the same; her back and hands were aching and her knees were starting to feel a little unreliable.  A quick cat nap in a nice plush armchair was sounding pretty good...

'We're almost done,' she kept telling herself.  If they could get into the maintenance access, get the All Source AI powered on, and check that it wasn't damaged due to time or the various power failures, they could call it a day.  It's not like the AI would be going anywhere.

She, Merlin, and Petra were skimming over the contents of this latest impromptu storage room -- these boxes were full of old medical texts printed on plasti-paper, along with technical manuals for Surgi-Tech Suite machines (though where the machines were was anyone's guess).  Some of the texts would no doubt be useful to Dr. Xu but without the Surgi-Tech machines the manuals would be pretty useless.  Had ANY surgical machines or AIs-

 Don't think about it.

-survived this long?  She made a mental note to ask Dr. Xu when she got back to the clinic again.

Selene had moved ahead and was methodically scrubbing dirt and grime off the doors further down the hallway; if she found any scuffed up doors she was supposed to come running but so far they'd not heard anything from her.  There were a few boxes of just texts that they could take back up with them today if they left the crates of power stones behind...that would probably be a better use of their physical efforts -- with the entry elevator being watched around the clock by the Civil Corps it was highly unlikely anyone could get down here and steal the stones (or anything else for that matter).

"Hey, guys?" came Selene's shout from the hall.

Eli poked her head out of the room; Selene was far enough along the hall that she couldn't be seen beyond the hall's curve.  "Yeah?"

"I found an open door -- the center part, I mean.  It's open."

...open?  That wasn't right.  There's no reason the security door leading to the All Source AI should've been open already.

With Merlin and Petra right behind her Eli headed down the hall; she estimated they were probably on the far side of the halfway point (meaning, to get back here from the elevator they should turn to the left instead of the right).  Finally they met up with Selene who, as she'd claimed, was standing in front of a glass door that was slightly ajar; it was frosted like the walls to either side, and its frame was thin strips of stainless steel so it would have at least stood out from the glass wall even if it hadn't been open.

"WHY is this open..." Eli muttered.  At least the security systems would also be offline so she had no fear when she reached out to push the door open further.

Hinges that hadn't seen a lubricant in centuries shrieked in protest as the door opened; beyond it was a smell of spilled oil and dust.  They all flipped on head lamps, and even the extra flashlights they'd carried down with them and in the beams of light they began to piece together the layout and contents of the room.

It was a circular room with a tall ceiling and curved rows of computer consoles atop desks arranged in neat, concentric half circles around the massive All Source AI docking--

"Well, shit," escaped her before she could stop herself, as their beams of light all fell on a gigantic pillar in the middle of the room that could only be the central All Source AI docking station -- emphasis on "docking," as this model of AI was meant to be mobile.   "We've hit a snag."

"What?" Petra asked, looking as concerned as she sounded.  "What's wrong?"

Eli led them up an aisle between the rows of desks.  "This is a mobile All Source model."

She stopped when they were at the base of the massive AI; it was basically a square pillar in the center of the room with rectangular screens that reached from the ceiling down to six feet above the floor.  In front of them was an indented rectangular spot, four feet wide by six feet tall, with an obvious thin gap running through the middle from top to bottom; Eli knew that these were a set of double doors that would open to allow the AI's accessory body to step out of its docking port, allowing it to freely move about the facility as needed.

"Wendy could move too, initially," Merlin said into the pause that followed.  "It doesn't seem out of the ordinary that other All Sources could move about as well."

"From what you've told me Wendy sounds like a warehouse and distribution All Source system," Eli responded.  "Wide stance, hands that could grab and lift -- built for strength and purpose in hauling things.  A mobile medical All Source is going to be vastly different...for one, it's not going to be much larger than a typical human, and it'll look more humanoid than most because you don't want to upset your patients with something that looks too mechanical."

"Why would a medical All Source AI need to move?" Selene asked.

Eli shrugged.  "AIs are meant to serve in any capacity we need them.  An All Source AI could labor or issue orders as needed, and a mobile model could do so from any location as required.  It's just...how things worked."  She walked slowly around the pillar; there was just the one door into the docking station, as she suspected.  "The problem is I don't know anything about how to attach power to a mobile All Source.   Their systems are going to be different and delicate enough that I'd rather not risk causing a short somewhere -- especially now that there isn't a way to manufacture what we'd need to fix it if I did."

Selene stared at the doors to the docking station. "Can't we attach it somewhere in the line like we've been doing with the doors?"

"The mobile body and the stationary body are going to have separate power lines coming in.  Even if we figured out how to hook in without breaking anything we're not going to have the power needed to power both."

"...do we NEED both?" Petra asked, sounding puzzled.  "We don't need it mobile, we just need it activated."

Eli stepped back from the AI's pillar to stand with the others, shaking her head.  "This AI is technically one unit but spread across two pieces.   If we want to power him at all it'll have to be both and we don't have enough power stones to sufficiently power both halves.  We might be able to sort of wake him up but it'd be equivalent to asking a human who's blind, deaf, and missing their legs to run a marathon."

Merlin hummed to herself.  "I see.  We already have every power stone in the Research Center on hand...if that's not enough I'm not sure we could gather together more in any reasonable amount of time."

"So...what do we do then?" Selene asked.  "We might not EVER get enough power stones together if what we have isn't already enough.  We can't make more of them - all that we have are things we had to find in other ruins."

"Well," Eli sighed, looking to the builder.  "That's where you come in.  I suggest we turn our attention to getting those tools made to get the relay box fixed, and get that reactor back online.  It might not be running at full power but that'll be way more than we could scrounge together with stones.  Get the reactor online, and we get this entire facility back online."

Selene wrinkled her nose.   "Oooh...well.  Before we do all THAT I'll need to finish up the locking mechanism for the access elevator then."

"Gale really doesn't want anyone down here until he says so, huh?" Eli chuckled.

The builder nodded emphatically.  "I've been keeping him up to date on everything we've been doing and he wants this place to remain intact for study.  It's the most intact ruins ever found in this region...there's a lot we can learn here.  Dr. Xu will be doing back flips over those medical texts, for sure."

"Let's get back to the surface, then," Petra said after a pause.  "Selene, I'm going to reference everything we have and see if there's any mention of these tools."

"And I shall come help personally with the casting of the molds," Merlin interrupted.  "I'm sure the four of us can create something suitable in no time."

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"Ah, there you are."

Selene and Eli both paused and turned at the shout; behind them Gale was hurrying up to them, huffing a bit as he came up the ramp.

"I was hoping to catch you before you got to the clinic," he wheezed when he was up to them.  "Granted, I was hoping to catch you before you left Django's too but I was clearly a bit late for that part," he chuckled a moment later.  "Eli - I've received word back from the council.  They'll be sending in some assistance for the ruins, as well as a few scholars who would love to speak to you.  And, I also have everything in place for you to take residence in an apartment of your own."

"An apartment?" Selene broke in before Eli could respond.  "You're going to put her in Happy Apartments?"

Gale nodded.  "An apartment was readied for her-"

"No no no," Selene went on, interrupting again and shaking a finger in the air.  "Those apartments are nice but they're the size of a cracker box, AND that's where Lee and Nora live too.  She can stay with me."

Both Gale and Eli blinked at her; it might've come out of her like a spur of the moment idea but it was actually something that had come to mind a couple weeks ago.  "I mean it," Selene went on.  "I've got extra bedrooms at my shop AND I can promise I'm not going to cause a stink that she's there."  She turned to Eli.  "I won't even charge rent!  I've got more space than I know what to do with - we'll have to furnish a room but aside from that--"

"Now wait a second," Eli broke in.  "I intend to work and pay my own way.  I don't want to rely on charity for the rest of my life."

"OK, fine," Selene huffed.  "We'll figure out a rent arrangement.  But seriously," she turned her attention to Gale.  "We already know Lee is going to throw a fit when he finds out about Eli.  Let's not put them in direct conflict by making them neighbors, yeah?"

Gale sighed.  "I did think of that and the apartment that's ready for her is as far from Lee's doorstep as possible.  And if there's a problem it will be taken care of."

Selene turned her attention from Gale to Eli.  "Those rooms are tiny - everything in one room with only the bathroom divided off.  One bedroom at my place is the size of an entire apartment unit there.  Let me at least show you the place before you pick where you want to stay?"

Before Eli could reply Selene had her by the wrist and was guiding her back down the ramp and across the plaza, with Gale following along in their wake.

Selene's shop was something of a point of pride for her; it was a gigantic two-story home, kept clean and in good shape every season, and she'd added on a stable and always had a nice garden along the front fence during warmer weather.  She stole a look at Eli as they came up to the gate and was pleased to see the appraising look on the woman's face that turned to surprise when she saw the automated mechanical assembly platform that, admittedly, took up the lion's share of the property.

"This place was left to me by my dad," she said. "I'm pretty sure he meant to move the entire family out here eventually but he...uh, didn't.  That's another story I won't bore you with but basically, I have this huge house to myself and it was clearly meant for one than one person.  There's an extra bedroom on the ground floor and one on the second floor, and there's two bathrooms, a big living room, and a nice kitchen.  AND-" she went on, pointing to the assembly station with its robotic arm and to the warehouse nestled in behind it, "I've got manufacturing set up that might be something you're familiar with.   It'd be perfect to have you here anyway since we're going to be working on getting those tools made up -- no need to walk all the way out here if you're already living out here."

"Uh..." Eli muttered, looking around at the garden and the assembly station, and then turning her attention to Gale.

Gale scratched at the back of his head. "Well... The Happy Apartments arrangement was the best that could be done on short notice.  There aren't many open residences in Portia that're in good enough shape that I felt it would be appropriate to offer..."  He paused, then looked to Eli.  "You're of course welcome to the apartment, or if you think Selene's offer is more appropriate for your needs you're welcome to make that arrangement as well."

"I..." Eli said, looking between the two of them.  "...I feel a bit awkward, like I'm pitting your offers against one another."

"Of course not," Gale chuckled.  "I'll admit I was as surprised as you are that Selene's made such a kindhearted offer."

Selene grinned.  "It was something I'd thought of before, don't worry -- I didn't mean to spring it on you so suddenly but when I heard Gale mention the Happy Apartments, I...  They really ARE small."

"But serviceable," Gale said, waggling a teasing finger at Selene.  "I'm not offering her a moldy hole in the wall."

"Yeah, yeah - they're clean and in good shape, just small."

Eli looked between the two of them silently for a moment or two, then huffed out a sigh.  "All right, well.  At least let me see both rooms before I make my decision."

Selene clapped and hurried toward the front door, fumbling for her keys.

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Blue Blood - Larry's 1958 Chrysler 300D

Chrysler's 1958 300 D strikes all of the right late-1950s chords: quad headlamps, gaping egg-crate grille, thundering V-8 power and towering tailfins. Yet the 300 kept its sporting composure by eschewing broad swaths of side trim molding and tri-color paint schemes, which in turn has helped its styling endure, decade after decade.

Today these Hemi-powered cruisers are as unusual as they are striking: For '58, just 618 hardtops and 191 convertibles were built to roam America's freshly paved postwar highways. The 300 series Chryslers have always been special and valuable cars among their admirers (even those vintages that weren't all that special) and the success of the modern Chrysler 300 has probably made the series recognizable to a wider audience. But while you can point to certain areas of the hobby, European sports cars, for instance, and wonder if a bubble is about to burst, 1950s American car values have remained stable over the past decade.

The 300's story begins with the C-300, a gorgeous two-door hardtop wearing Virgil Exner's "Forward Look" design--solid lifters, two Carter WFB 550-cfm carburetors, 8.5:1 compression--and which guaranteed the 300 horses promised by the badges on the grille and trunk lid. Just 1,725 of these 4,005-pound coupes were produced, and they sold for more than $4,000 each--about double the price of a new '55 Plymouth Savoy.

For 1956, Chrysler rolled out the 300 B, looking very similar to the '55, but with more pronounced tailfins and a harder-hitting Hemi engine. For the new model year, the big V-8 had grown to 354-cu.in. and belted out 340 hp in base trim or 355 hp with an optional factory tune-up. The car had also gained 12-volt electricals.

An all new 300 C emerged for 1957, demonstrating that Exner's Forward Look had gained a lot of ground. The boldly styled car rode on an all-new chassis with torsion bar front suspension and was powered by a 392-cu.in. Hemi, with 375 hp in base tune. With 10:1 compression and a more aggressive camshaft, the Hemi could pump out 390 hp.

The 1958 300 D would be the last of the series to use the 392, but the base engine got a boost to 380 hp. An electronic fuel-injection system, the Bendix Electrojector, was introduced for the 390-hp Hemi, but was recalled by Chrysler and replaced with the conventional two-four intake and carburetors.

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LEGO Great City Construction Loader

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A great set for LEGO super fans or newbies, this 88-piece set will allow kids to build their own construction loader with a raising front arm, tilting bucket, and a roll cage. The small fence and mini-figure complete the scene. Easy to understand directions and a well-built, usable vehicle make for a perfect combination. The toy is ideal for kids 5 years old and up.

The 5 Best Lego Subscription Boxes of 2020

Unicorn & Narwhal Horns Sidewalk Chalk

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Wow the neighbors with this rare sidewalk chalk that’s crafted to look just like unicorn and narwhal horns. The set includes three of each type of horn. The chalk is made with plaster of paris, non-toxic paint, and eco-friendly glitter.

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An oversized 12-inch shark torpedo will provide tons of fun in the pool. The easy to use toy glides up to 30 feet underwater and the tapered tail makes it especially easy to toss, grab, and grip. It’s a perfect addition to a fun day in the pool.

The 16 Best Pool Toys of 2020

Fashion Plates Deluxe Kit

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Kids will love to create their own fashions with this mix and match set. Included in the cute carrying case are 15 fashion plates, 20 sheets of paper, eight colored pencils, two rubbing crayons, a crayon holder, drawing tablet, and idea guide. This retro toy is a blast from the past and just as fun as you remember.

Star Wars Thumb Wrestle

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Channel the force even when thumb wrestling. Each page sets the stage for a different well-known fight scene. Mini lightsaber props strap onto small thumbs for a more authentic Star Wars battle.

The 6 Best Harry Potter Subscription Boxes of 2020

Potholder Loom Set

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Get crafty with this well-made metal loom that will stand up to the test of time and is best suited for kids 5 years old and up. The set includes 80 colorful loops, which is enough to make two potholders. Parents may want to stock up on inexpensive bags of loops so your crafters will be well-stocked if they enjoy potholder production.

Bake Shoppe Deluxe Baking Kit

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For tiny bakers, this set is perfect for gifting and comes with everything they need to whip up some special treats (with some adult supervision). The sweet set includes a spatula, pastry brush, mixing spoon, silicone cake mold, silicone loaf pan, six silicone baking cups, a cookie turner, whisk, four cookie presses, and eight recipe cards. Bon appetit!

The 9 Best Musical Toys for Children of All Ages of 2020

PLAYMOBIL Modern House Building Set

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For some kids, a big investment in a toy is worth it for all the time they’ll spend playing with it. This modern Playmobil house could be just that. There are five spacious rooms, a winding staircase, working doorbell, people, a pet dog, and lots of accessories to make it a home. Add on room sets (sold separately) help to decorate each space.

The Small Object Thumbprint Notecard Set

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Kids will love how something so simple as a fingerprint can easily be transformed into sweet characters, silly animals, and more. The set includes an ink pad, stickers, and easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions that’ll turn these notecards into unique works of art.

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Swingball Reflex Soccer Game

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The play-anywhere tether soccer game is just as fun solo or with a crowd and will teach kids soccer basics and hand-eye coordination. The durable and weather-resistant pieces can be played on any surface—including grass, decking, sand, or concrete. Simply fill the base with water or sand, adjust the cord, and get to kicking. The game is recommended for children 6 years and up.

Why Trust We Family

Maya Polton is a former marketing manager and current freelance writer who covers food, home, and parenting. She's also the mom of a 10-year-old son, 7-year-old son, and 3-year old daughter. Her kids are super active, so she's always looking for toys that get them outside and playing for as long as possible. She's found that chalk, scooters, and stomp rockets are perfect for one-size-fits-all fun. 

Paint by Sticker Kids at Amazon

"Sticker books are a nice, quiet activity and help kids focus on fine motor skills and concentration."

Scratch & Sketch Activity Books at Amazon

"Budding artists will feel accomplished with this activity book that allows them to create homemade masterpieces."

Perfection at Amazon

"This fun game can be played alone and will help kids improve their focus, hand-eye coordination, and shape recognition."

Rock n Roll It Code Drum at Amazon

"Kids can rock out all they want without taking up the space that a standard drum kit requires."

Razor GoGo Pogo Stick at Walmart

"Razor modernized this classic toy by making it lightweight and foldable while delivering smooth, big bounces."

Stomp Rocket Ultra Rocket at Walmart

"This award-winning toy is a great way to get kids outside and is fun for solo play or with a group."

Guess Who? at Walmart

"Kids will ask yes or no questions to figure out the mystery character on their opponent’s board."

Safari Floor Puzzle at Walmart

"The jumbo floor-sized puzzle with oversized pieces will keep your 6-year old busy for a while."

Headlamp at potterybarnkids.com

"A headlamp is perfect for camping, exploring the backyard after dark, or even reading books under the covers."

Discovery Magic Set at Amazon

"One of the few magic sets created for kids 6-years old and up, it includes four easy-to-master tricks for the beginner magician."

At 6 years old, children can be entertained for hours with the right toy. By 6, most kids are able to play some games as a group and can thrive with independent or imaginative play. It’s a good age to introduce some deeper interests, more involved craft projects, outdoor play, or silly open-ended games to vary their activities.

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What do you know about Proton Iriz?

Do you know that Iriz was the only hatchback that Proton has launched in Malaysia? It's fun, isn't it? In order to ensure that its only hatchback can survive the competition, Proton has spared no effort.

How much does Proton Iriz 2019 cost?

In addition, there are five Proton Iriz models. The basic 1.3L standard MT trim starts at rm36700, while the high-end 1.6L premium CVT retails at rm50700.

Whether it is appearance, function, comfort, performance or safety, Iriz will do its best to provide the best combination to keep the owner satisfied. Its main competitor is the Perodua Axia, (If you want to know more about Perodua Axia  Price 2019 in Malaysia, please visit Wapcar.) which was updated in 2019 and is a fairly good car. Iriz also faces competition from companies such as Kia Picanto.

Proton Iriz interior

Even after the compact size, Proton Iriz's interior space will surprise you. In addition, the sports seat design with SEM leather interior not only looks high-end, but also provides good comfort. Proton also added a black warp top to make it sportier.

Iriz has a 7-inch touch screen display that supports 4G, Wi Fi and Bluetooth connectivity. You can also use voice commands to control certain functions. Proton also provides online music streaming for you to enjoy driving. You will also get online navigation to facilitate travel. In terms of smartphone connectivity, Proton Iriz has an easy connection app that provides a seamless user experience.

Other internal features are 3-spoke steering wheel with fixed controls, intelligent entry with engine start / stop button, 2 rear USB chargers, TFT mid with eco driving AIDS and Proton Iriz safety characteristics.

Proton Iriz external  

Proton Iriz is one of the most beautiful cars in its segment. It has been improved in the last update to make it better. It features a pair of large headlamps connected by an attractive grille, especially the chrome strips. Protons adjust the front bumper to make it sportier. It also adds a set of LED daytime running lights for a premium look and feel. Height placed tail lights, shading part of the boot, roof mounted rear spoiler, and bumper complete the sporty appearance. We also like the shaded roof and the two-tone alloy wheels.

Proton Iriz is available in five different colors - ruby red, snow white, ocean blue, armor silver and dark grey.

Proton Iriz competitors

Although proton IRIZ is a good car, there is no denying that it has some competitors. The latest year of 2019, Perodua Axia is seen as Iriz's main competitor. With Perodua's advanced safety assistance 2.0, Axia has become the safest car in its segment. It has proactive security features that cost much more than it doesn't have. Although Iriz also has a 5-star ASEAN NCAP security rating, we cannot deny Axia's ASA 2.0. If security is your top priority, Axia might be a better choice.  

Kia Picanto has a similar price range, which has existed for quite some time. It offers excellent design and interior upholstery with good performance and fuel-efficient engine. Proton - Ellis tries to offer the best of everything - appearance, interior, comfort, space, function, safety, etc.

In terms of security, Iriz is not behind. It is proud to present its 5-star ASEAN NCAP security rating. Its solid HPF (hot press molding) structure provides good cabin protection, and the built-in safety features make you feel at ease.

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2021 Toyota Sienna first drive review: Minivan versatility, economy-car efficiency

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2021 Toyota Sienna first drive review: Minivan versatility, economy-car efficiency

Some vehicles can haul a load of passengers, others are supremely comfortable and plenty of others deliver incredible fuel efficiency. Plot these attributes on a Venn diagram and the 2021 Toyota Sienna would land smack-dab in the middle. It can accommodate up to eight adults, plus it’s appropriately cushy and amazingly economical. For drivers that haven’t completely turned their noses up to minivans, the new Sienna makes a strong case for itself.

One of the best arguments in favor of this Toyota is fuel economy. After a good ol’ thrashing on a wide variety of roads, I averaged just shy of 35 miles per gallon in my Platinum-trim, all-wheel-drive tester. That’s practically economy-car efficiency, plus it’s right in line with this Toyota’s window sticker. According to the EPA, it should return 35 mpg city, 36 mpg highway and 35 mpg combined. Front-drive models are rated at 36 mpg across the board, and all-wheel drive is available across the lineup.

Delivering that astonishing real-world efficiency is a hybrid drivetrain, which is standard in all 2021 Siennas. Yep, a traditional V6 is no longer offered. This gasoline-electric propulsion system, which is built around a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine and a 1.9-kilowatt-hour nickel-metal hydride battery pack mounted underneath the front seats, delivers 245 horsepower, a good bit less than you get in either a Honda Odyssey (280 hp) or non-plug-in-hybrid Chrysler Pacifica (287 hp).

2021 Toyota Sienna is a hybrid-only van with lots of functionality

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As you might expect, the Sienna’s performance is perfectly adequate but hardly thrilling. It feels a bit tepid around town, exactly where you’d expect a hybrid with immediate torque provided by electric motors to shine. Paradoxically, this van seems punchier out on the open road, accelerating more vigorously. Still, a little extra giddy-up would be appreciated, especially if you’re hauling a full load or towing anywhere near this van’s 3,500-pound limit. When working hard, the Sienna’s fuel-sipping drivetrain also sounds a bit distressed, louder and more grumbly than I recall the Toyota Highlander Hybrid being, which has basically the same powertrain. Minor gripes aside, it’s hard to argue with the economy this family-hauler provides.

Riding on a derivative of the automaker’s ubiquitous TNGA platform, the 2021 Sienna grows slightly compared to its predecessor. It’s a fraction of an inch wider and 3.1 inches longer. Additionally, the wheelbase is 1.2 inches longer and the floor is a bit lower. The Sienna’s new foundation also provides greater rigidity, giving it an impressively solid feel, while a new independent rear-suspension design improves handling and refinement. This minivan’s ride quality is supple, with little coarseness from the road filtering through to the cabin. Its interior also remains impressively hushed, even at highway speeds. Handling is benign and predictable, with a bit of body roll when pushed through corners, though my Platinum model’s Bridgestone Turanza tires mounted on chrome-clad 18-inch wheels give up long before you could ever get yourself in trouble, howling even when mildly pushed. Braking performance is good, though the pedal does feel rubbery and a bit unnatural as it progresses from regenerative to friction braking.

There are plenty of storage cubbies inside the 2021 Toyota Sienna.

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But this is not something your passengers are ever going to notice. The Sienna’s aft accommodations are lovely, especially with the super-long-slide bucket seats, which are standard equipment on all seven-passenger models. Recliner comfortable, they move 25 inches fore and aft for stretch-out room, plus on front-drive Limited and Platinum models they also come with fold-out ottomans for even greater luxury. As for this Toyota’s third-row seat, no, it doesn’t feature any integrated leg-rests, but it is plenty spacious for adult passengers and is very cushy.

When it’s time to haul cargo instead of people, those long-slide second-row seats are, unfortunately, nonremovable — well not without some tools and a service manual. This is because they contain airbags. Ditto for eight-passenger models; their second-row seats cannot be taken out, either. The Sienna’s second-row seats do, however, fold and push all the way up to the back of the front buckets, providing a generous amount of interior space, 6.5 feet from the backrests to the rear hatch, though it still has significantly fewer cubic feet of room than either an Odyssey or Pacifica. Fortunately, this Toyota can still haul 4×8 sheets of building material, with the plywood or drywall somewhat awkwardly resting on top of the second-row seat’s headrests. 

The new Sienna’s cabin is thoughtfully designed and well built. Some of its interior materials are rather ordinary, but nothing is chintzy or frail feeling. There are also plenty of places to put things, with a large cubby running across the dashboard and generously sized door pockets. I love the design of the center console, which looks like a bridge running from the dashboard back between the front seats. That console also makes the Sienna feel cozy yet open at the same time.

Second-row comfort is one of this minivan’s major selling points. 

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One disappointing aspect of this minivan is the infotainment system, which runs on a standard, 9-inch, tablet-style touchscreen. Bright and clear, it’s easy to reach, though the software is mediocre at best, unattractive and not particularly intuitive. Toyota really needs to improve its multimedia offerings these days, as well as the back-up and 360-degree cameras, which are gritty looking and quite inferior to what’s offered in other vehicles.

Fortunately, it’s not all bad news. The Sienna offers plenty of other tech, much of which is very handy. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard. A 10-inch color head-up display is included on the Platinum model, making it easy to keep track of vehicle speed and navigation prompts without taking your eyes off the road. A 12-speaker JBL sound system is available, as is a crisp, 11.6-inch, 1080p HD rear-seat entertainment screen. Ensuring everyone’s devices stay fully charged, seven USB ports are sprinkled throughout the cabin. Two handy standalone options the Sienna can be had with include a 1,500-watt power inverter with a household-style outlet on the back of the center console and another one in the cargo area, plus a digital rear-view mirror, which gives you a much wider field of view behind the vehicle. The 2021 Toyota Sienna can also be ordered with an integrated vacuum cleaner and a mini refrigerator, though these features will not be available immediately at launch due to supplier issues.

As for driver-assistance tech, Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 is standard on every version of the Sienna. This suite includes helpful features like automatic high beams, road-sign recognition and pedestrian detection. Adaptive cruise control with lane centering is included, too, and it works as advertised, attentively adjusting speed based on traffic conditions and doing a commendable job keeping my tester in the middle of its lane. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are both standard on all grades, too, which is great news.

Thanks to its crazy fuel efficiency and lounge-like interior, the new Sienna is an all-star minivan.

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The Sienna’s looks have grown on me since I first checked out a prototype model, but that front end, which was inspired by Japanese bullet trains, is still a bit much, with its massive grille and swept-back headlamps. But hey, I appreciate Toyota taking a risk here, and things do get better the further back you go. This minivan’s powerful rear fenders flow neatly into its distinctive taillights, giving it a shapely look in profile. The molded-resin tailgate is also surprisingly stylish, with its integrated spoiler.

A base, front-wheel-drive, LE version of the 2021 Toyota Sienna starts at $35,635, including $1,175 in destination fees. The range-topping, all-wheel-drive Platinum model shown here stickers for around $51,460, which is still a reasonable sum. I say “around” because it’s a prototype model; an official figure is not available at the time this is published.

There’s not too much competition in the minivan segment right now. Having reviewed most of the available contenders, at the end of the day, I think Honda’s Odyssey is a bit better to drive and the Chrysler Pacifica more attractive, but this Toyota is still an undeniably good family transporter, especially with those throne-like second-row seats and stellar fuel economy. 

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Rapid Transit Caravan Muscle Car Collection Heads For Auction

By Dave Ashton

Mecum will be hosting a rather special auction this May in Indianapolis featuring the Juliano collection. The Plymouths in question are custom show cars from the Rapid Transit Caravan which were used as part of the marketing for the Rapid Transit System. The collection also includes 4 original Shelby Cobras, a Cheetah race car, a Plymouth Barracuda and a Dodge Dart Swinger concept car.

Juliano amassed the collection over 30 years, which also includes plenty of automotive art. Although a modified ‘Cuda was eventually out of reach to complete the collection and with Steven Juliano battling pancreatic cancer through the 2000s, the vehicles going to auction are still amazingly creative examples of their time.

The Rapid Transit Caravan was conceived to promote the Rapid Transit System at Plymouth, who hired Harry Bradley(GM and Hot Wheels designer) and Bob Larivee to hook up customizers to make the cars more youth inspired. The Rapid Transit Caravan travelled the US visiting Plymouth dealers and car shows, showing the complete package of the Rapid Transit System from high-performance parts, racing information, the cars and accessories.

Once the promotional tour of the caravan had ended, the vehicles used fell into obscurity, mainly because they were not factory correct. However, Juliano after a meeting with Ed Meyer, started to track down and collect these obscure vehicles and slowly over time started to bring back interest into these custom cars. The car is also rarely been shown in public with two out of the three been shown at Carlisle a few years ago and all three at Muscle Cars and Corvette Nationals last year for the first time in public.

The other vehicles in the auction consist of a 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra Roadster CSX2416, a 1967 Shelby 427 S/C Cobra Roadster CSX3042, a 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra Roadster CSX3173, 1965 Shelby Factory Stage III 289 Cobra Dragonsnake CSX2427, a 1963 Cheetah Race Car No. 4 of 11 built, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Mod Top 340 CI, 1 of 937 produced and a 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger Concept Car.

1971 Plymouth Road Runner Rapid Transit, LOT R254 Job 169 and Serial No. 100016 pilot plant construction Engine: 383 CI Transmission: Automatic Color: Orange Candy-over-Pearl with White Pearl break-line Built by Chuck Miller of Styline Custom Known as the as the ‘Chicken Head’ for the Road Runner side marker lights Front end molded and extended over six inches Hand-formed rear roll pan with concealed Red, Green and amber tail lenses Ram Air induction scoops Molded aerodynamic rear spoiler Deck lid recessed over 4 inches Bucket seats and center console Custom Black pan wheel covers OEM Interior Miles: 1,300

1971 Plymouth Hemi Road Runner Rapid Transit, LOT R255 Engine: 426 CI. /425 HP Transmission: Torqueflite Automatic Color: Candy Gold with Pearl White roof Dana 60 4.10 rear axle 150 MPH speedometer Road Runner horn button on 3-spoke steering wheel Enlarged air scoops Flat Black deck lid and hood Oversized Road Runner birds painted into the body Rear wheel wells enlarged and flared out 4 inches Molded rear spoiler Bucket seats and center console 9 inch square Cibie headlights and plastic honeycomb grille One-piece tail lens Shaved handles Ansen Sprint wheels Bodywork by Roman’s Chariot Shop in Cleveland, Ohio Restored by Ken Heckett in 2000 Miles: 1,700

1970 Plymouth Duster Rapid Transit Engine: LA-series 340 CI. small block/275 HP, 4-barrel carburetor Transmission: 4-Speed Color: Green Interior: White and Black bucket seat interior Built by Byron Grenfel twice in 1970 and restyled in 1971 Dual exhaust with custom through-bumper exit Functional brake air intakes 3.90 rear axle Power brakes with front discs Stewart Warner tachometer and auxiliary gauges Solid State radio Color-keyed mirrors Dual fuel fillers American Racing slotted Dragmaster wheels Upper front-grille Duster psychedelic lettering Custom headlamp enclosers Custom OE-lensed tail lamps green and yellow custom striping Signed glovebox by Grenfel and RTS Show Promotions Manager Bob Larivee

Find out more here https://www.mecum.com/auctions/indianapolis-2019/collections/steven-juliano-estate-collection/

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2015 GMC Acadia Lynchburg VA VAP7213A

Lynchburg Car Shopper lives to create an environment where car shopping is simple. Our website helps car shoppers consider choices from every aspect. 2015 GMC Acadia SLE-1 https://lynchburgcarshopper.com/

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This 2015 GMC Acadia SLE-1 in dark sapphire blue metallic features: Recent Arrival! Odometer is 26255 miles below market average! 3.6L V6 SIDI FWDbrbrbrAwards:br * 2015 KBB.com Brand Image AwardsbrbrReviews:br * If you need a vehicle that can haul loads of cargo or carry up to eight passengers (or some combination of the two), but you don’t want to sacrifice comfort, safety or economy, the 2015 GMC Acadia SUV makes an excellent choice. Source: KBB.combr * Compliant ride quality; generous cargo capacity, even behind the third row; seating for up to eight passengers; top crash test scores. Source: Edmundsbr * The 2015 GMC Acadia personifies a never say never attitude with its flexible, accommodating space and functionality. Featuring distinctive, bold lines, a confident stance, the Acadia comes with aluminum wheels and automatic on/off headlamps. Body color moldings keep a sleek uniform look. Additionally, there are roof-mounted luggage rails to make family outings as convenient as possible. The interior of the Acadia features attractive trim accents and a soft instrument panel wrap, as well as soothing ambient lighting accents. Additionally, there is underfloor storage behind the flat-folding third row. Rear Park Assist aids by providing audible warning sounds as the rear of the vehicle approaches an object. That, combined with a Rear Vision Camera, makes those complicated parking situations a breeze. A USB port allows you to connect a supported music device for your listening pleasure. All 2015 Acadia models now include two USB ports on the rear of the center console for charging phones and other portable devices. The Acadia is driven by a 3.6L V6 Engine capable of 281 hp at 6300 rpm. Plus, the torque is more than enough to handle a small boat or trailer. The Acadia also affords you the option of a 6-speed AWD automatic transmission or a 6-speed FWD automatic transmission. The dual exhaust allows for an even exhaust flow and are intentionally turned down to prevent any protrusion from the body. The Acadia gives you the extra peace of mind with its host of safety features. An array of air bags protects you from all angles. The StabiliTrak system aids in driving in low traction situations, to keep you in control at all times. The 4-wheel antilock disc brakes grant you the stopping power that you need. Finally, a tire pressure monitoring system keeps you informed via the instrument panel, so you never have to second guess when it is time for a refill. Source: The Manufacturer Summary PW/PL/ CRUISE CONTROL / CLIAMATE CONTROL / VOICE COMMAND / KEYLESS ENTRY / BACK UP CAMERA / USB PORTS / FWD &MORE are located at Terry Auto Outlet at 2828 Candlers Mtn Rd, Lynchburg, VA. Stock numbers starting with CC are located at Terry Clearance Center at 18145 Forest Rd, Lynchburg, VA Stock numbers starting with SB are located at Terry of South Boston at 1426 Wilborn Ave South Boston, VA. All other stock numbers are located at Terry VW Subaru at 19134 Forest Rd, Lynchburg VA 24502. source

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2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti - $28,998.00

LEATHER, NAVIGATION, PANORAMIC SUNROOF, BLIND SPOT, 8.8 Widescreen Color Display, Active Suspension, Adaptive Cruise Control w/Stop, Air Quality System, Aluminum Steering Column Mounted Paddle Shifters, Auto High Beam Headlamp Control, Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors, Blind Spot & Cross Path Detection, Bluetooth Handsfree Phone & Audio, Bright Aluminum Pedals, Calipers Gloss Red w/White Script, Colored Calipers, Driver Assist Dynamic Plus Package, Driver Assistance Static Package, Forward Collision Warning, Gloss Black Window Surround Moldings, harman/kardon Premium Audio, HD Radio, High intensity discharge headlights: Bi-Xenon, Infrared Windshield, Leather Dash & Upper Doors, Limited Slip Differential Rear Axle, Manual Adjustable Thigh Support, Power driver seat, Remote keyless entry, Sport Front & Rear Fascias, Sport Leather Seats, Sport Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Ti 19 Sport Package, Ti Leather Package, Ti Performance Package, Wheels: 19 x 8.0 Dark 5-Hole Aluminum. CARFAX One-Owner. Clean CARFAX. RWD 8-Speed Automatic I4VETERANS FORD WILL GIVE YOU TOP $$$ FOR YOUR TRADE.Nobody beats a Veterans Ford deal!! ** Contactless Purchase**, ** Free Home Drop-off **, ** Free Test Drive at Home **, ** Private Dealership Appointments **, ** Virtual Appointments ** , ** Custom Online Financing **.Reviews:* Two potent turbocharged engines to choose from; sleek interior cabin styling; infotainment system has an easy user interface; one of the best-driving cars in the segment Source: Edmunds Save Thousands at Tampa Bays only 5 Story Dealership with a 500 vehicle shopping Mall! Nobody Beats a Veterans Ford Deal!!!Prices Plus tax, tag, title, predelivery service fee of $799.95 and administrative processing fee of $199.50. Pictures for illustration purposes only and dealer is not responsible for printing errors. All vehicles subject to prior sale. from Cardaddy.com https://www.cardaddy.com/vehicles/vehicle/2017-alfa-romeo-giulia-ti-tampa-florida-21514361

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2020 Toyota Camry Release Date, Price, Colors

2020 Toyota Camry Release Date, Price, Colors

2020 Toyota Camry Release Date, Price, Colors – An only look inside the automobile, and there is out there a lot of brand-new particulars to take into consideration. Even X-molded grille includes just two eyes-formed that may be transversal ambiance intakes that happen to be sided. Flaunting a grille jointly with the badge this 2020 Toyota Camryis sure to get headlamps by using a series of LED…

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Rapid Transit Caravan Muscle Car Collection Heads For Auction

By Dave Ashton

Mecum will be hosting a rather special auction this May in Indianapolis featuring the Juliano collection. The Plymouths in question are custom show cars from the Rapid Transit Caravan which were used as part of the marketing for the Rapid Transit System. The collection also includes 4 original Shelby Cobras, a Cheetah race car, a Plymouth Barracuda and a Dodge Dart Swinger concept car.

Juliano amassed the collection over 30 years, which also includes plenty of automotive art. Although a modified ‘Cuda was eventually out of reach to complete the collection and with Steven Juliano battling pancreatic cancer through the 2000s, the vehicles going to auction are still amazingly creative examples of their time.

The Rapid Transit Caravan was conceived to promote the Rapid Transit System at Plymouth, who hired Harry Bradley(GM and Hot Wheels designer) and Bob Larivee to hook up customizers to make the cars more youth inspired. The Rapid Transit Caravan travelled the US visiting Plymouth dealers and car shows, showing the complete package of the Rapid Transit System from high-performance parts, racing information, the cars and accessories.

Once the promotional tour of the caravan had ended, the vehicles used fell into obscurity, mainly because they were not factory correct. However, Juliano after a meeting with Ed Meyer, started to track down and collect these obscure vehicles and slowly over time started to bring back interest into these custom cars. The car is also rarely been shown in public with two out of the three been shown at Carlisle a few years ago and all three at Muscle Cars and Corvette Nationals last year for the first time in public.

The other vehicles in the auction consist of a 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra Roadster CSX2416, a 1967 Shelby 427 S/C Cobra Roadster CSX3042, a 1966 Shelby 427 Cobra Roadster CSX3173, 1965 Shelby Factory Stage III 289 Cobra Dragonsnake CSX2427, a 1963 Cheetah Race Car No. 4 of 11 built, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Mod Top 340 CI, 1 of 937 produced and a 1969 Dodge Dart Swinger Concept Car.

1971 Plymouth Road Runner Rapid Transit, LOT R254 Job 169 and Serial No. 100016 pilot plant construction Engine: 383 CI Transmission: Automatic Color: Orange Candy-over-Pearl with White Pearl break-line Built by Chuck Miller of Styline Custom Known as the as the ‘Chicken Head’ for the Road Runner side marker lights Front end molded and extended over six inches Hand-formed rear roll pan with concealed Red, Green and amber tail lenses Ram Air induction scoops Molded aerodynamic rear spoiler Deck lid recessed over 4 inches Bucket seats and center console Custom Black pan wheel covers OEM Interior Miles: 1,300

1971 Plymouth Hemi Road Runner Rapid Transit, LOT R255 Engine: 426 CI. /425 HP Transmission: Torqueflite Automatic Color: Candy Gold with Pearl White roof Dana 60 4.10 rear axle 150 MPH speedometer Road Runner horn button on 3-spoke steering wheel Enlarged air scoops Flat Black deck lid and hood Oversized Road Runner birds painted into the body Rear wheel wells enlarged and flared out 4 inches Molded rear spoiler Bucket seats and center console 9 inch square Cibie headlights and plastic honeycomb grille One-piece tail lens Shaved handles Ansen Sprint wheels Bodywork by Roman’s Chariot Shop in Cleveland, Ohio Restored by Ken Heckett in 2000 Miles: 1,700

1970 Plymouth Duster Rapid Transit Engine: LA-series 340 CI. small block/275 HP, 4-barrel carburetor Transmission: 4-Speed Color: Green Interior: White and Black bucket seat interior Built by Byron Grenfel twice in 1970 and restyled in 1971 Dual exhaust with custom through-bumper exit Functional brake air intakes 3.90 rear axle Power brakes with front discs Stewart Warner tachometer and auxiliary gauges Solid State radio Color-keyed mirrors Dual fuel fillers American Racing slotted Dragmaster wheels Upper front-grille Duster psychedelic lettering Custom headlamp enclosers Custom OE-lensed tail lamps green and yellow custom striping Signed glovebox by Grenfel and RTS Show Promotions Manager Bob Larivee

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Used No Color 1998 GMC Sierra1500 Ext Cab 141.5" WB 4WD with 1.18" Front stabilizer bar,100 Amp Alternator,2 front tow hooks,600 CCA 12-volt battery,6200# GVWR (3600 front/3750 rear),8-lead trailering wire harness,Aluminized stainless steel exhaust system,Argent painted grille,Ashtray,axles (3925 front/3750 rear),Black air dam,Cargo area lamp,center seat positions,Chrome Front Bumper,Cigarette lighter,Color-keyed cloth headliner,Color-keyed molded vinyl floor covering,Dual black foldaway mirrors,Dual coat hooks,Dual cupholders on instrument panel,Energy-absorbing steering column/instrument panel,engine temperature,Four wheel drive,Front outboard shoulder belt height adjusters,front seat,front/rear outboard seat positions,fuel level,Gauges-inc: speedometer,Glove box w/latched door,glove-box,Head restraints,Heater/defogger w/side window defoggers,illuminated entry feature,Independent front suspension w/torsion bars,Insulation under dash & floor covering,Intermittent windshield wiper system,Leaf spring rear suspension,Lighting-inc: dome,Lights-on warning buzzer,Manual lap safety belts,Manual lap/shoulder safety belts,Mechanical jack & wheel wrench,NP241 transfer case,odometer,Oil Pressure,Painted rear step bumper w/step pad,Passenger assist handle,Passlock theft deterrent security system,Pwr front disc/rear drum brakes,reading,Rear passenger heating ducts,Removable tailgate,RH vanity mirror,Side door guard beams,Simulated leather steering wheel,single,Single note horn,Single rectangular halogen headlamps,Solar-Ray tinted glass (all windows),Solid exterior paint,Speed-sensitive pwr steering,springs (3600 front/3750 rear),Swing-out rear quarter windows,tachometer,trip odometer,two-sided key,underhood,voltmeter,Winch-type spare tire carrier (under rear frame)