Phillip Holbrook on CarBuzz (550 comments)

Phillip Holbrook

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SchwabenFolia Adds More Bad Ass to the Camaro SS (Jun 16, 2013) The Pontiac G8's 6.0 made 376 HP. Not the Camaro's 6.2.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) Ok maybe 75%. But still
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) Yeah the interior pieces are 100% Jaguar, and they followed the Saab theory. "GM makes a shitty nav system, we'll put in our own."
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) A4 and A6 use the same platform, which is shared with the Passat. A6 in basic engineering is a long wheel base A4.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) They improved a thousand fold under Ford. I remember reading an article with a Ford engineer and he relayed that buying Jaguar was a mistake. The old XJ's prior to Ford would average more than two inch gaps in sheet metal.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) Or it could be that Jaguar has always been known for gremlins in their cars and that Ford actually corrected a lot of their problems.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) It was known as the Suzuki Vitara in the US as well, the Vitara is still going strong on GM's Theta architecture used on the Equinox and Terrain.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) Tom, I'm in the market for one an the one's selling for 6,000 are dogs. I'm looking for an easy to work on AWD car, and once people realize its a 3.0 Duratec they go, oh yeah we can totally work on that.
Biggest Automotive Missteps: Jaguar X-Type (Jul 19, 2012) The Catera is the original attempt at bringing the Commodore to the states. Had GM done it properly everyone would be hailing the Catera as much as people hail the Pontiac G8.
Spied: 2014 Cadillac CTS Sedan is Bigger and Better (Jul 10, 2012) Of course not, this is Carbuzz not GMInsidenews. ;)
Luxury Car Evolution: 1938 Cadillac Series 90 V16 (Jul 08, 2012) They are closing back I on it.
Luxury Car Evolution: 1938 Cadillac Series 90 V16 (Jul 08, 2012) Fantastic concept, you make the cars that don't make sense because the people with the money will buy it.
Luxury Car Evolution: 1938 Cadillac Series 90 V16 (Jul 08, 2012) When Cadillac knew how to make a nice car.
Chris Harris takes Camaro ZL1 and Mustang GT500 to NYC (Jul 06, 2012) Yeah they were scary but it was due to a lack of technology not because they wanted it to scare you.
Chris Harris takes Camaro ZL1 and Mustang GT500 to NYC (Jul 06, 2012) These are pony cars, the Camaro was called the Hugger back in the day. Do you even know why? Because it hugged the road. For the time the Camaro was possibly the best handling car you could get stock from a factory.
Opel Readying Updated Insignia (Jul 05, 2012) Thatll be a quick update on the Regal of they do. Hopefully they can see the benefit of bringing the wagon over too.
And the Most American-Made Car for 2012 is... (Jul 04, 2012) Well if we count Canada as American, cause that is where the Camaro is assembled. If we're counting Camry CarBuzz we should be excluding the Camaro. From one of the biggest Camaro fans on the planet.
And the Most American-Made Car for 2012 is... (Jul 04, 2012) Brady, Toyota doesn't even employ half the people in the United States than GM or Ford. Go ahead and look into it, manufacturing excludes the executives and R&D teams. All of which are in Japan for Toyota.
And the Most American-Made Car for 2012 is... (Jul 04, 2012) While It may be mostly made in America, Car and Driver did a feature a year or do ago and I think the Malibu and Impala were pretty high on that list too. Most car Wikipedia pages will tell you where final assembly of the vehicle is also.
MP4-12C Spider Pops its Top (Jul 03, 2012) No no Ferrari spanker.
MP4-12C Spider Pops its Top (Jul 03, 2012) Those numbers are really impressive.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Nissan Skyline GT-R (Jul 02, 2012) Strange every R/T I have seen didn't have TT, they must have been badge racers. I didn't realize the Stealth got all the good stuff, good for Dodge.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Nissan Skyline GT-R (Jul 01, 2012) Well they didn't include a pic of the V35 Skyline. Guess they didn't want to give away that it is just badged as an Infiniti here.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Nissan Skyline GT-R (Jul 01, 2012) And the Infiniti G series was a Skyline, it just never got the good engines either.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Nissan Skyline GT-R (Jul 01, 2012) The Stealth was sold as a Dodge and it was a dog because it never got the 3000GT's turbo engine. All it ever had was the NA 6. The 3000GT VR4 was AWD and had a 310 HP (if I recall correctly) TT 6.
McLaren Announce MP4-12C Spider (Jul 01, 2012) Actually it is faster in every regard according to the mags, so you're right it's no match. It's simply superior.
SRT Barracuda, Ram Truck and Small Roadster to join new Viper? (Jul 01, 2012) @Kevin, the Solstice was RWD, it looks like you were under the impression that wasn't the case.
SRT Barracuda, Ram Truck and Small Roadster to join new Viper? (Jul 01, 2012) @ Matt trolling hehe
McLaren Announce MP4-12C Spider (Jun 29, 2012) I think is just a teaser for the reveal of the convertible July 3rd. They announced a long time ago this car was coming.
SRT Barracuda, Ram Truck and Small Roadster to join new Viper? (Jun 29, 2012) @Sam ok so Honda has made one good vehicle. Good for them.
SRT Barracuda, Ram Truck and Small Roadster to join new Viper? (Jun 29, 2012) I know that's why I don't think SRT will be an exclusive car company. I think they will have two maybe three exclusive niche vehicles at most, and still tune other Chrysler Corporations vehicles.
Jaguar Reveal Refreshed XF and XJ Models for 2013 (Jun 29, 2012) Nope three the rest are spare wheels
Jaguar Reveal Refreshed XF and XJ Models for 2013 (Jun 29, 2012) Counting handlebars I think there are only four up there, the wheels just make it look like more.
Jaguar Reveal Refreshed XF and XJ Models for 2013 (Jun 29, 2012) Do they make an XFR wagon?
Rolls-Royce Ghost EWB Sets the Pace at Goodwood (Jun 29, 2012) I want to be a pacecar driver
SRT Barracuda, Ram Truck and Small Roadster to join new Viper? (Jun 29, 2012) I think SRT should still tune other Chrysler products and have some niche vehicles to toss around. Otherwise goodbye Charger SRT8 and 300 SRT8.
Jaguar Reveal Refreshed XF and XJ Models for 2013 (Jun 29, 2012) They have some of the cleanest looking cars out now.
Jaguar Reveal Refreshed XF and XJ Models for 2013 (Jun 29, 2012) There is an & there now so either they fixed it or we need to check our reading skills.
They Could be Called ‘Gen-N’: Many Teens ‘Neutral’ About Driving (Jun 28, 2012) Those flags were on just about every Chevy model in the 60's, they just quit using them on anything but the Vette.
CarBuzz Gatecrashes Le Mans 24 Hours (Jun 28, 2012) Can you believe Buick was one of the original competitors.
CarBuzz Gatecrashes Le Mans 24 Hours (Jun 28, 2012) Although this is evidence for my theory that anyone in a Toyota can't drive.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 28, 2012) The Camaro and Mustang have grown quite a but, but they are still smaller than 90% of the muscle cars from the era. The Challenger has graduated to full muscle car status though from size. And the next gens will smaller than the current models.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 28, 2012) Mustangs and Camaros were never muscle cars, they are pony cars. They are the inspiration for any car manufacturer who has put their biggest horsepower engine into their smallest best handling car.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) They've done that one a couple of times pretty sure the Miata was there for one of them, since that is what that car is known for. Will research and come back and clear it all up.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) Your right that's why the Boss 302 sucks around a track. Piece of garbage that you wouldn't have if someone gave you one right?
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) It almost looks like the bumper or hood was meant for another car. I think the good may actually be the problem, it doesn't flow with the car well.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) The Ford Falcon will also be on the new Mustangs platform. I would love to see that car here.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) For what it's worth GM was set to replace the Camaro if the Beretta sold well enough too.
Get Ready: Lamborghini Future Lineup Possibilities (Jun 27, 2012) @keller minimum 200,000.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) RX-8 lacks power but I think it was Car and Driver that tested best handling cars. The RX-8 came in first if I recall correctly and it was up against the Mustang, Cayman, Corvette, Evo, STi, etc. etc. etc. You point it goes end of story.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) Everyone else has said my piece and at least I finally put a smiley on it to indicate sarcasm by this point. I know I've said it a thousand times. :)
Get Ready: Lamborghini Future Lineup Possibilities (Jun 27, 2012) I could see your argument if this was a similar execution of the Taurus and MKS (Taurus with more Chrome), but it most certainly isn't. You won't be able to swap fenders or doors on this like you can those cars.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) RX-8 best handling car, tuned they can be beasts. Lot of people have compared their handling to a Miata.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) They should have one halfway up cause that's how they usually end up. :)
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) That's sharp. And I personally think drifting is stupid, but that's a nice car.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) RX-7 all the way, lighter and I can't bring myself to own a Toyota. Blandest manufacturer of cars and despite the Supra their cars are just cheap. I owned an 05 Camry and I liked my 04 Alero better.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) Could use some cleaning, those things are foggy
Japanese Tuner Icons: Mazda RX-7 (Jun 27, 2012) Flip headlights always turn into lazy eye frog headlights. There's a reason nobody uses them anymore.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) Missing the classic waterfall Lincoln grill.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) Put 375 lbs of torque on the front wheels and you'd be seeing the same stereotype for FWD cars.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) @Jackson, with all the driving aids an traction control systems in place RED cars are just as effective in winter environments. That stereotype comes from RWD cars putting more than 375 lbs of torque on the rear wheels back in the sixties.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) This is awesome, and as aCamaro guy, this is a Mustang I'd buy.
2015 Mustang’s Platform Could be Basis for New Lincoln Sedan (Jun 27, 2012) Actually the suspension does well enough for the track it just isn't geared for a track. Mustangs are actually raced at tracks quite often and hold their own with cars with "superior" suspension. IRS and solid axle are just different suspensions.
Japanese Tuner Icons: Nissan 240SX (Jun 26, 2012) This is what every ricer (used loosely) wants, but usually funds or interest run out before they can get to this point. This is a nice car.
2014 BMW M3 to Pack 480hp Inline-Six (Jun 21, 2012) @Clint you are correct, however turbos don't actually make a car any more efficient than a supercharger does either. All the extra air requires more fuel to be as efficient as it can be which is why most turbo fours get the same mileage as V6's.
2013 Porsche 911 Performance Upgrades Announced (Jun 21, 2012) Just a 911 Carrera S but gorgeous anyway.
2014 BMW M3 to Pack 480hp Inline-Six (Jun 21, 2012) Correct everybody! Yay
2014 BMW M3 to Pack 480hp Inline-Six (Jun 21, 2012) Nicely done Bimmer
Aston Martin Officially Releases Details of the 2013 Vanquish (Jun 21, 2012) Bobs comparison was equally as stupid. The two cars are geared toward two different markets. GTR vs.Vanquish I'd still choose the Vanquish money not being a factor.
Aston Martin Officially Releases Details of the 2013 Vanquish (Jun 21, 2012) 50/50 is becoming the norm rather than the exception in today's sports cars.
Vauxhall Reveal Astra GTC BiTurbo Diesel and New-Look Hatch (Jun 21, 2012) It was here what, two years before Saturn was axed?
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 21, 2012) Im tired of this conversation now because you will defend this car to your grave even if I was one of the people who helped design the wing.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 21, 2012) I'm not trying to defend anything I'm trying to educate you on how a wing or spoiler functions. A wing that creates downforce does it by putting that air on the rear of the car and will 100% of the time increase the CD.
Aston Martin Officially Releases Details of the 2013 Vanquish (Jun 20, 2012) Pretty sure the LFA is already sold out too so you'd only find a used one.
Vauxhall Reveal Astra GTC BiTurbo Diesel and New-Look Hatch (Jun 20, 2012) Astra's have always been nicer than whatever American counterpart we had for it. Ie Cavalier, Cobalt.
Vauxhall Reveal Astra GTC BiTurbo Diesel and New-Look Hatch (Jun 20, 2012) No that was the SRT-4 Neon. ;)
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 20, 2012) A spoiler that increases downforce on the rear wheels also increases drag. This kit lowers drag, so it does not in fact increase down force on the rear wheels, therefore not functional. End of story.
Vauxhall Reveal Astra GTC BiTurbo Diesel and New-Look Hatch (Jun 20, 2012) Proof that there should be a Cruze/Verano coupe, hatch, and wagon.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 20, 2012) Super birds spoiler was angled to create downforce, and even then it was mostly useful at 150+
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 20, 2012) Sometimes increase mpg, but usually hurts the aerodynamics of a vehicle. Without getting too scientific I still stand by this spoiler being more show than functional.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 20, 2012) In order to create downforce, a wing must be angled upward to catch the air flowing across the body to literally push the air down onto the car. A spoiler like this one that hits the air nearly straight on spoils the air around the car and can
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 20, 2012) On the Daytona the spoiler helped aerodynamically at around 150 and above. I bet 80% of these cars will never see the speed necessary for this wing to be functional.
2015 Mustang Rumor of the Week: A 330hp Four-Pot in Place of a V6? (Jun 19, 2012) @Rob They sold Aston Martin off but didn't get rid of the designers. The guy who used to design Astons sits in the same office he had with Ford, he just draws Lincoln's and Fords now.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) The only conclusion that I can draw from a 2+0 is that there is space behind the rear seats, whereas in a standard two seater there isn't. Best example I can think of is a Mustang or Camaro with the rear seats removed.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) 2+2 has bucket front an rear, a 4 seater has a bench rear that can accommodate 5 people in a pinch.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) Regardless of what it replaces "officially", there will not be a One-77 again, which pits this against the F12 Berlinetta and by default the Aventador.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) It's not even a Toyota in America, it's a Scion. Toyota's version of Geo, and they're even starting to do joint car projects like GM did with Geo.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) First page said it is the new flagship for Aston Martin, because the One-77 was a limited production car and is now sold out.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) Toyota isn't really known for their wind tunnel testing or racing prowess. I'll take the aftermarket.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) No thy said the package adds downforce, the side skirts and chin spoiler are producing more down force than that spoiler.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) But Aston does claim to be a direct competitor with Ferrari, and their GT car (Berlinetta) makes 700 ponies. If they had just used the One-77 motor they could back up that claim.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) No no no, if it's replacing the One-77 it needs the engine too.
Aston Martin Unveils the AM310 Vanquish (Jun 19, 2012) I think they could have settled on 310 Vanquish, everyone knows its an Aston Martin.
AMG Tease Future Models in Family Portrait Picture for 45th Anniversary (Jun 19, 2012) They are the Toyota of the luxury market, if they don't have a vehicle you like it doesn't exist.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) This spoiler is too high too be functional, therefore rice.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) No that spoiler is too high to be functional. This thing is all show.
Toyota Launches Aero Package for GT86 Sports Coupe in Australia (Jun 19, 2012) That spoiler is ridiculous.
2015 Mustang Rumor of the Week: A 330hp Four-Pot in Place of a V6? (Jun 17, 2012) Yes Christian they are this is why muscle cars are getting smaller engines, thus pissing off everyone.
2015 Mustang Rumor of the Week: A 330hp Four-Pot in Place of a V6? (Jun 17, 2012) Everybody doesn't understand that the reason the Mustang will never compete with the Vette or Viper is because it has too many seats. HP and muscle car status aside a 2+2 grand touring (that's GT) coupe will never compete with a 2 seat sports car.
Epic B-List Celebrity Car Crashes (Jun 17, 2012) Because someone was severely hurt in this one, that's why it is no linger comical. If you're going to call us hypocrites, don't turn around and make our argument for us in the same breath.