Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 Turning back to the Porsches, I took some more photos of the mouth-watering lineup. This 997 GT3 RS was one of my favourites. The Boxster Spyder is a fairly new addition to the Porsche range. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104380 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 Cool cars continued filing past, including this Nissan R32 Skyline GTS-4... ...and it's tougher brother; the 'Godzilla' R32 Skyline GT-R. A very lumpy V8 caught my attention, emanating from this HRT Holden VL Walkinshaw, originally competing in the Australian Touring Car championship a couple of decades ago. I'm not sure if it was the genuine article or just a replica; but if so, they did a very good job. Another R32 Skyline GT-R burbled past as I kept walking. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104381 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 I then joined a small crowd of people around what was probably one of the most expensive cars there; a Porsche Carrera GT. I'd never had the opportunity to see one in the metal, and spent some time staring and drinking in all the little details. This matte black Jaguar XK-R was very cool too. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104382 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 There were more Porsches scattered around. There was also a late model Mustang, the driver serving as Chaplain for the event. I took some more photos of the Japanese Motorsport sponsored R32. a Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104386 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 It was parked right next to the Supaloc 911. Nissan Gazelles aren't exactly popular in motorsport circles, so this example must be one of few. The bright red Just Jap R32 GT-R looked good in the bright sunshine. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 As did this Holden Monaro. It was hard to miss the green striped R32 GTS-4. The Supaloc Lamborghini Gallardo certainly received its fair share of attention, especially when it was started up. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104390 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 (edited) Getting a bit tired after walking around for a little while with two heavy cameras, I decided to head back to the car, snapping a few more photos on the way back. a Not that I'm even close to being able to work yet, but it was a little bit depressing watching some of the other professional car photographers in action. I feel like it was something that was taken away from me by my health, just as my career was really starting to take off with constant shoots and articles for mags such as Truckin' Life, Extreme Performance, Street Fords, Zoom, High Performance Imports, Power Torque, Street Commodores, Hot 4s, Australian Street Rodding, Caravan & Motorhome, mixed in with some people and architectural photography, and licencing some images for advertising use by Mack Trucks, amongst some print and image CD sales. Hopefully I can get back to at least doing a little bit, I really hate having to be stuck at home 20 hours a day while my feed machine is pumping the liquid nutrition into me. That said, I'm in the middle of editing my photos down to put together an official portfolio site. Which I'm hoping will help lead to further licencing opportunities for some more passive income, that doesn't require me to physically do things that I'm not up to. Anyway, I got back to the car with my arms and legs aching a bit, and sat down for a while to do some water, as it was a warm and sunny day, Edited November 10, 2011 by Stang Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104392 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 After sitting down resting for a while, I headed out again, pulling onto the road behind a cool old Bentley convertible. I'm not sure of the model or year, but I would guess it was made in the 1930s or 1940s. I took a few more photos in a nearby park. Since it was such a nice day, I went for a long drive through the Barossa and back through the Adelaide Hills. After hearing all the awesome cars in Tanunda, I was curious as to what my car sounded like from the outside. Apart from idling in a workshop or carpark, I'd never had the opportunity to hear it. So after stopping on the side of a 110km/h signed road, I set up my D90 on a tripod, and proceeded to take off down the road. It was worthwhile finding a 110 zone, as it allows you to stretch the car's legs a bit without doing anything illegal. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104399 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 10, 2011 Author Share Posted November 10, 2011 I think it sounds really good, but I'm obviously a little biased. I took a few more pics, then continued heading back south towards some of my more familiar haunts. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104405 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyC33 Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 nice work man! some of those car are amazing! that s12 gazelle especially. not often you see one with a v6 in it. they were actually released from factory with a vg30 in them in america along with 5 stud hubs. unfortunately like everything here in aus we only get the watered down versions Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6104615 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luciano Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 Don't forget though Danny - the US got the real arse ends of the S chassis models v13 and upward. And did they even ever get a Nissan domestic/factory delivered model with the RB series motor? I don't think we had it too bad; thank God for grey imports Killer shots Rohan, keep em coming. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6107909 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 I can't think of any local cars that would have had an RB under the bonnet...poor buggers got stuck with the KA24 instead. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108258 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 It was a really pleasant afternoon for being outside, windows down blasting through the winding roads, stopping here and there for photos as usual. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108288 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 I took a few more photos going through Gumeracha and Lobethal. This tree looked quite cool, with the sun lighting up the red foliage on the branches. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 After going through Lobethal, I turned to head back down Gorge Road on the way to Adelaide. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108298 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 After enjoying the noise for a little while on Gorge Road, I pulled over for a few photos as dusk fell. This is just before one of my favourite short sections, and probably the best part to hear an engine working its way through the rev range. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108301 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 Getting closer to Adelaide, I turned onto the gravel area by the side of the road. A small stream lined with overhanging trees runs alongside this part of Gorge Road, and makes for a nice setting. The sound of the flowing water tends to be quite soothing, unless of course you need to go to the toilet. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108302 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stang Posted November 13, 2011 Author Share Posted November 13, 2011 By carefully moving down the bank a little, I was able to get a bit of a lower angle. Combined with the rocky hillside and headlights, I think it makes for a pretty cool shot. And I didn't fall over into the water either which was a plus. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108303 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DannyC33 Posted November 13, 2011 Share Posted November 13, 2011 Don't forget though Danny - the US got the real arse ends of the S chassis models v13 and upward. And did they even ever get a Nissan domestic/factory delivered model with the RB series motor? I don't think we had it too bad; thank God for grey imports Killer shots Rohan, keep em coming. yeah this is true. but the only thing we got factory delivered with an rb engine, was r31 skyline with the rb30e. which was completely built to suit the aussie market. shit interior, live rear end. didnt get it in turbo because of contractual issues with holden after they bought the rb30e and rb30et. but i mean usa got cool things like the v6 powered s12s. and 2 door bluebirds. and in all honesty i wouldnt mind a ka24de powered s13, id actually prefer it over an sr20det one. because ka24s actually sound decent when worked a bit and respond really well to boost. nice pics again rohan Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/363022-my-ceffy/page/8/#findComment-6108500 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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