Showing posts with label cars. Show all posts
Showing posts with label cars. Show all posts

Friday, September 16, 2016

Toyota FT-1


Sexy in every single angle. Aggressive yet sophisticatedly beautiful.  There are a lot of words to describe this brilliant piece of machine. It's like art. The curves, the detail, the engineering. They all work in harmony. I just have to pause for a moment to just clap my hands and bow down to the great people of Toyota for bringing glory to the car industry. I have witnessed something  that made me utterly speechless and almost cried.  Behold, the new Toyota FT-1 Concept Car! Get those tissues ready!



FT-1 Stands for "Future Toyota One". Medyo baduy ha pero what the heck! The people behind the design are from Calty Design Studio.  Alex Shen is the head designer of the FT-1. Every single detail of this car has its very own function. Sculpted magnificently to its utmost form. So its not just the design... it has science on it. Batman would want one. And it should be in black! 



I hardly go to Motorshows coz the scene is usally same-same...Nah thats not really the reason. Tamad lang talaga ako! But this year's Philippine International Motorshow has something different.  A carshow that I should never miss because of one thing besides the hot ladies,  - its because of THIS CAR! Once I found out that the Toyota FT-1 Concept car is gonna be displayed, I went nuts on how to go to World Trade Center in Pasay City! Thanks to my good friend Ish for hooking me up with the tickets! 



I cannot imagine seeing that face on my rear view mirror! I'd probably faint..or have a seizure! If ever theres a chance Im gonna be stuck in traffic beside it, I'd probably go out and take selfies! It's just a total head turner!  It looks very aggressive! Those headlights, the carbon fiber air ducts at the bottom... That glass topped engine display, Its insane! It looks insanely fast! and probably run insanely fast as well!


I remembered a phrase from that movie, Face Off... John Travolta said, "I hate to see you leave, but I love to watch you go..." That played into my my mind while looking at this car's ass. Man,  Look at that rear! Those tail lights! That insane spoiler that goes up probably when it reach 200 kph... The exhaust... its well placed.. It's beautiful! Having the moment eating dust while looking at the rear of this car is actually an honor...



Even the rims are gorgeous. I like the simplicity of the design. I believe those are 21 inch rims. That red accent inside makes it more grrrr....It kinda means business lookin at its "center lug" (i just made that up though) feature that normally formula one race cars have. I love its stance. Height is just enough. You cant drive this around Tuktukan Taguig though coz damn speed bumps there are huge! You probably need to hook some Airrex Suspension if you wanna drive this around Manila.  



Thats just beauty over there! Later when I sleep, i would really appreciate it if I dream of her, cruising somewhere at 300 kph ng naka windows down! Tapos i would  probably park in front of Burger Machine for a snack. Eating Bart Burger with cheese while staring at her... Ugh.. I want Bart Burger with cheese.. and Sansrival.



If you notice, the seat of the driver is almost situated on the wheels of the car. I bet when you drive this car at top speeds and you corner, handling will be a breeze! This car is so aerodynamically designed, it pierces through wind like butter! 



For me this part over here is my favorite. The contours of the face is just so mean looking.  The headlights are just insane along with the Daytime Running Lights. Inside those air ducts are like Jet engines! It has turbines in front that probably helps the car suck more air through its powerful engine.


That face is so sexy. That carbon fiber back logo of toyota is awesome! Wait for a month you can buy one at Banawe.  That front end kinda looks like a nose of a Formula 1 car! Im just wondering though, where would you put the license plates if ever? Do you still have to put plates in front if you own this car? I dunno... One thing i know, if  ever  that car is in front of me, i'd wet my pants. 








Those boomerang shaped headlights are beautiful! Too bad i haven't seen it lit. The lines and the contours at the back are really sexy. The spoilers goes up when it reaches a certain speed. Creating more down force for the car. Meaning it has  better handling and control. 


Never seen a side mirror designed like that. This probably makes it more aerodyanamic. I havent seen most of the interior of the car. I would love to take a peak but the car is heavily fenced. Too bad. I saw the steering wheel and it has a lot of buttons around along with its carbon fiber components. And for the cockpit, its designed like a Jet fighter!


At a quick glance, this car looks like a Dodge Viper! And it looks so damn good! The look, the stance, the power. It's something that any car guy would want to drive... or want! That is actually the goal of Toyota President, Akio Toyoda -  to make a car that everyone would want to drive... or would want to own! 


Seeing something that only appears in your dreams is simply a great experience. Its like, seeing Arci Muñoz in person... haha i dunno. I really wanted to see this car up close and I am grateful to witness it.  I read something that they will include this car in the new edition of Gran Turismo! I guess that would be the my closest thing in driving this car! Dreams do come true ya know! Malay mo!

The Philippine International Motor Show is up until Sunday! If you want to see this car in person, go to World Trade Center in Pasay City. I assure you, being stuck in traffic is all worth it! Tickets sell for only 100 pesos each. Again many thanks to my friend Ish for giving me a complimentary ticket! I really enjoyed it! Salamat! :)

It's been a while for a blogpost. I was really busy doing photoshoots. After ensogo and doing freelance work, Things got really hard for me. Challenging yet fulfilling. I just have to strive a little harder. Till my next blog guys! And I hope it would be sooner. 


Saturday, September 7, 2013

Almost Perfect

This Ford Mustang GT would be perfect if you're cruising it with her beside you..right in the passenger seat. Taken at the Ford display at Bonifacio Global City using my GoPro Hero3.

Sunday, February 19, 2012

Lamborghini Superlegerra

The Superlegerra is one of the the best cars inside the Lamborghini showroom 
It was a bright sunny afternoon when my officemate told me that theres a really nice car just outside our building. Since the Lamborghini showroom is just downstairs from our office, i knew, theres a new lambo parking inside the showroom. I instantly went to the window and to my surprise, a Lamborghini Superlegerra is inching its way inside Lamborghini Manila. I took a photo from the window and im so not contented with it. The Lamborghini showroom is very strict. You must have an appointment in order to go inside. And they dont allow anyone to take photos. I said to myself, this is my chance! To photo one of my dream cars upclose! I went down along with my camera. My 50mm is mounted and i started taking some shots of the car. Then one of the guards told me please no pictures allowed. I just said ok, sorry. But i already took a couple of shots. I dunno why they prohibit people from taking photos of the car. Its a rolling piece of art that everyone should appreciate and not only for the rich people. The Ferrari showroom actually entertains people to go inside and its ok with them to take photos of the car. Im planning to go there one of these days. Anyways, i just want to share this photo of one of the most ellusive, most expensive car you'l ever buy on Philippines soil. Cars only the rich, can drive....and sometimes even photographed..

Thursday, February 2, 2012

Sportscars Galore at Global City

Ferrari  599 GTO


Regie and I went down at the Basement to shoot this Philips Portable DVD inside Ms. Lani's car and as i got out of the elevator, This one heck of a beast came right in my face! Its the new Ferrari 599 GTO! Damn! That car is a thing of beauty. I just stood there in awe and i cant help myself  to take a  picture. Just moments after., the owner arrived and drove off. This is the same spot where the other sports car park... 





Porsche 911 Turbo
On that very spot, an old porche 911 turbo was parked there. I guess this is also his car. Regie told me he also sees a Skyline GTR - R35 parked there. He's into sports cars and he's probably not rich... 




Look at those breaks! 
The 599 GTO is kinda rare in this country since a few people can only afford it. You must be a billionaire to have one. Not only its damn expensive.. its V12 engine guzzles up gas bigtime! And it should run in High Octane gas. Well., if you can afford to buy a Ferrari, gassin it up is no problem for you... 




a yellow lamborghini gallardo parked outside of our office
In this part of town., there are so many damn rich people here. People driving in 42 Million Peso cars... rolling in their beemers and benzes... and lamborghinis and porches are scarttered everywhere... Sometimes., you'l just shake your head and drool... 


Oh well. my  car is a supercar of its own. We just have to learn to love what we have. Im still fortunate i drive a car coz some people dont. Its not always about the car...its the driver.. =) 




Friday, March 11, 2011

Black and Gold ( Subaru )

Saw this really nice Subaru hatch on the parking lot. Love the way it was dropped! Bronze rims on a black car is really hot. This car is nice and neat.


Look how lowered it is. Looks really good. Those rims are bold and strong looking. I love it. I also love the body kit. i dunno if its stock or not.


This is the best part. This is what you call Stance. Its popular in the US and the other parts of the world. I didnt know more people are hooked into this kind of wheel fitment here in the philippines. Check out their site at www.stancepilipinas.com

Took these photos right after our shoot from sofitel. I was with my co-graphic artist / photographer giving me a ride back to the office. When i got out of his car., saw this really nice subaru and again shutter clicks seem to vibrate inside my head.

To the owner of this car.,you have one sweet ride dude!

Thursday, December 2, 2010

How Will I Get Out ?


This is my entry for my workshop's monthly photo contest with the theme "Down". The rules, just take a photo of anything shooting at least 45 degrees down. Saw this group of cars at one of the parking lots in Makati City. They look like toy cars to me and i really find it really interesting. I named the photo : "Paano Ako Lalabas ? " translates as - How will i get out? " Hope I win.


Monday, September 28, 2009

Swimming @ Pansol Laguna

Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna , Philippines 2009 © Mac Centeno


Pansol Laguna / March 2009
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This was our first company outing. We went to this place in Pansol, Laguna. I forgot the name of the place. I tell you, its a really good one and a good place for your tight budget. Its private, Its quiet. You get everything all for yourselves. We swam until our legs cramped out and our skin wrinkled out like prunes. We enojoyed singing the videoke. We pigged out like we never ate before. A perfect weekend.