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Tuesday, April 5, 2011

the best sushi in Buenos Aires

[from Brando, 5 April 2011]

You can find sushi restaurants in all parts of the city, & most offer takeout & delivery.

Lexus IS Rebaixado Apavora com Rodas 20"

On the Street.....Black Frame Shades, New York, Milan & Paris

Garance wears Ray Ban Wayfarers (these), I have a similar style from Oliver Peoples (these), and it seems everyone at the shows was wearing some type of "Wayfarer-esque" heavy, black frame shades.

Monday, April 4, 2011

BARGAIN ASTON MARTIN VANTAGE SNAPPED UP AT AUCTION

A lucky bidder probably saved himself R150 000 or more after driving away with a low km Aston Martin Vantage during a Burchmore’s vehicle auction this past weekend. The unnamed buyer put up a winning bid of R800 000 for the 2006 model V8 sports car, about R150 000 less than what he would normally pay for a similar car on the open used car market. It has 40 000km on the clock.

“We all know that the Aston Martin is James Bond’s favourite car. Auctions at Burchmore’s are always a fun affair. But it was good to bring a touch of glamour to the auction arena,” comments Darryl Jacobson, managing director of Burchmore’s.

This AM has a 4.3-litre V8 engine making 280kW and 409Nm of torque. AM says it’s capable of a 0 – 100km/h time of just less than 5 seconds, and a top velocity of 282km/h.

ANOTHER ILLEGAL STREET DRAG ENDS IN DEATH

Once again reaction is pouring in thick and fast against illegal street racers following a horrific crash in Pretoria two nights ago. Three people are reportedly dead, including the driver of a red Fiat Uno (pictured here). Reports say the four cars involved were a BMW X3, a Nissan 350 Z, a Fiat Uno and a Volkswagen Jetta. Transport Minister S’bu Ndebele has issued a strong statement against illegal drag racing.

“We want to convey condolences to the families of those killed in the horrific road crash in Voortrekkers Road in Pretoria,” he said. “Law enforcement officers are expected to know where these illegal drag races are taking place, and must stop it even before it starts. If we have to confiscate vehicles, we must do it. If it means that the driving licences of those participating in these illegal races must be suspended and/or cancelled, it must be done.”

Ndebele went on to encourage those with severely itchy right feet and an equally competitive streak to rather look for legal outlets for their mad foot disease.

“We will even assist to arrange legal races, but illegal drag racing will not be tolerated and those who engage in such activities must face the full might of the law. We also urge the public to get involved in the fight against illegal drag racing and to report it immediately”, he stated.

The said illegal races are apparently a frequent occurrence on that road. Residents say almost every Sunday night cars as well as spectators line up for these head-to-heads. Yet no visible law enforcement is to be found anywhere. But Metro police have defended themselves by saying the dragsters are being tipped off about planned sting operations, possibly by cops themselves.

Just over a year ago rapper and TV presenter Jub Jub was arrested for allegedly being involved in a street drag that claimed the lives of several school boys. His and co-accused Themba Tshabalala’s trial is currently ongoing. The pair is facing charges of murder, attempted murder, as well as reckless and negligent driving.

RANGE ROVER EVOQUE PRICED FOR THE UK

Land Rover UK has released comprehensive prices for the upcoming Range Rover Evoque range, despite the fact that the first UK deliveries are only expected sometime in September. Starting stickers are £27 955 for the baseline eD4 6-speed manual 2WD (). At today’s rate of exchange that translates to R302 000. You can stop dreaming now if you think you’ll be able to buy the new baby Range in Mzansi for that little.

Two body styles (5-door and 3-door Coupe), as well as three engine types are offered for the English, against a total of 44 trim levels.

The engines comprise a 2.2-litre turbo diesel with two different power outputs and a 2.0-litre petrol. The lowest of these is the eD4 with power of 112kW, followed by the TD4 worth 142kW. The petrol kicks out a nice 179kW from its turbo unit.

There’s currently no confirmation as to which of these engines will power our local Evoques, so let’s stay put until its launch. We’ll all be able to see it at the 2011 JIMS in October anyway.