Bad Karma: Fisker Fail, in Round Rock
A plug-in hybrid, about 2400 Fisker Karmas were sold in the US from 2011 to 2013 when it went bankrupt. Dual 161 hp motors and a turbocharged GM gas 200cc Ecotec engine that is used
Tag: 2010s
Carma Tesla at S. Central Market
Carma is a car-pooling app using private cars. This Tesla is a promotional effort, getting charged in S. Austin. Carma helps commuters find others with similar schedules and routes. Drivers can charge riders per mile shared, and can
Morgan 3 Wheeler at Mosing Motorcars in N. Austin
I did not realize that Morgan had revived the 3 Wheeler. I assumed it was a vintage Morgan until I saw the disc brakes, and then the modern V-twin. This powerplant from S&S makes 80
Harley Custom Project at Revival Cycles in E. Austin
Tagged “Hardley” HD883, it’s not common to see a Harley at Revival Cycles. The customer brought in his new bike for a full custom treatment. More pics here.
McLaren MP4-12C Captured Downtown Austin
To me, the most desirable supercar you might see in the wild. More info here.
Can-am SPYDER RS-S on S. Lamar Blvd
100 hp from V-twin.
Ferrari California on S. Congress Ave
Great car scene on SoCo. This car goes 194 mph. More specs here. Californias have always been bigger and more powerful since first introduced about 50 years ago.
Oreion Motors Sand Reeper at N. Austin Car Lot
Very fun looking, from China with three cylinder gas engine. Not sure if it’s street legal. See more here.
Holy Sh*t, It’s a 2012 McLaren MP4-12C at for Sale at Elite Motorsports
Never seen one in the carbon fiber flesh, cheap at $229k new, said to be supple and civilized, not high-strung and punishing like most of its competitors, but still capable of 205 mph. Add lightness,
