2010 Archives - Car Shipping and UK Import Specialists https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/tag/2010/ Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:13:23 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.4 https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/cropped-ship-my-car-logo-1-32x32.png 2010 Archives - Car Shipping and UK Import Specialists https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/tag/2010/ 32 32 Bumblebee in Milton Keynes https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/bumblebee-in-milton-keynes/ Thu, 03 Mar 2011 15:13:23 +0000 http://www.shipmycar.co.uk/?p=1050 2010 Transformer Bumblebee Camaro arrives in Milton Keynes to be modified by ShipMyCar.co.uk

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New in our workshop today is the star of Transformers the movie – Bumblebee

This 2010 Camaro is fresh from the USA and with us for our full Invisible IVA modifications, testing and DVLA registration

Chevy Camaro Import to UK IVA
Chevy Camaro Import to UK IVA
Camaro Bumblebee Transformer UK
Camaro Bumblebee Transformer UK
Camaro Rear Transformer
Camaro Rear Transformer

Shipping a Camaro to the UK

Shipping a Camaro to the UK with ShipMyCar is very straightforward – we take care of everything from US transport, customs, shipping, marine insurance, unloading, UK customs, IVA modifications, DVLA registration and road tax.

Information on importing a Camaro to the UK

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Camaro beats Mustang.. https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/camaro-beats-mustang/ Thu, 06 Jan 2011 13:11:10 +0000 http://www.shipmycar.co.uk/?p=637 In the American sports car landscape, the Chevrolet Camaro is the king… of sales for 2010. For the first time since 1985, the Camaro has outsold its arch rival, the Ford Mustang. In fact, Chevrolet sold 7,655 more of its sporty coupes than the Blue Oval. General Motors moved 81,371 Camaros compared to 73,716 Mustangs.…

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In the American sports car landscape, the Chevrolet Camaro is the king… of sales for 2010. For the first time since 1985, the Camaro has outsold its arch rival, the Ford Mustang. In fact, Chevrolet sold 7,655 more of its sporty coupes than the Blue Oval. General Motors moved 81,371 Camaros compared to 73,716 Mustangs.

Both automakers have reasons to celebrate, however, because sales for each model are up year over year. Compared to 2009, Mustang sales climbed 10.6 percent and Camaro sales soared by 31.9 percent. Ford and General Motors are looking at positive numbers across the board, with the exception of GM’s now-defunct brands. Heck… even now-defunct Mercury sales rose one percent in 2010.

We import many Mustangs and Camaros to the UK and to be honest they are both awesome cars whether you are Team Ford or Team Chevy we can help you import either to the UK including shipping, IVA testing and DVLA registration

If you are interested in shipping a car to the UK you can get an instant shipping quote at ShipMyCar

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Chevrolet Camaro Import Guide https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/chevrolet-camaro-import-guide/ Wed, 01 Dec 2010 14:37:24 +0000 http://blog.shipmycar.co.uk/?p=150 Rewiring a Camaro for IVA purposes can be extremely tricky and can even damage your vehicle’s ECU which is very expensive to repair. It is vital that any wiring is carried out by trained IVA engineers such as ours at ShipMyCar and that any new lighting does not create any additional load on the existing…

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Rewiring a Camaro for IVA purposes can be extremely tricky and can even damage your vehicle’s ECU which is very expensive to repair. It is vital that any wiring is carried out by trained IVA engineers such as ours at ShipMyCar and that any new lighting does not create any additional load on the existing circuit.

Modifications Required for IVA test:

    • Side Repeator indicators added to fenders or wing mirrors – these must be wired in properly using appropriate backward current protection, sealing and heat dispersal. We use LED side lights placed within the wing mirrors to avoid the need to drill into bodywork – see the image of the white Camaro below to see one that was drilled into fender as per customer requirement
      Chevy Camaro IVA modification
      Side Repeaters added inside of wing mirror for IVA test
      LED lights in the wing mirrors
      LED lights in the wing mirrors

       

      Camaro IVA side repeator
      On this Camaro for IVA we added the side repeater to fender as per customer request

       

    • Indicators at rear separated out from brake light and new high intensity LED added for amber flashing:

We keep the original clusters and use LED's to shine through amber in colour

    • Rear Fog Light – ensure light unit is appropriately e-marked, switch added to interior dash which must illuminate and display rear fog light symbol. Fog light must only operate within IVA guidelines

      Camaro IVA test rear fog light unit
      Camaro IVA test rear fog light unit
    • Side lights added to headlights – these must be correctly sealed and wired to create zero additional load on the vehicle’s electrical system

All the above are included within our full import package which you can obtain an instant quotation on our Car Shipping Website here

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EcoBoosted! 2012 Ford Focus ST Rocks LA https://www.shipmycar.co.uk/ecoboosted-2012-ford-focus-st-rocks-la/ Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:17:32 +0000 http://blog.shipmycar.co.uk/?p=71 At the Los Angeles Auto Show Ford showed off its new high performance 2012 Ford Focus ST the United States has been waiting for. For the first time, one common Focus ST model is being developed and built for worldwide markets.

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At the Los Angeles Auto Show Ford showed off its new high performance 2012 Ford Focus ST the United States has been waiting for. For the first time, one common Focus ST model is being developed and built for worldwide markets.

The Focus ST development program is administered by Ford’s global performance vehicles group, which comprises Team RS (Europe) and SVT (U.S.) engineers, who are dedicated to developing and tuning products like the formidable Focus RS, Shelby GT500 and F-150 SVT Raptor. Because this is a worldwide model, it will wear the ST badge, where America only performance vehicles will wear the SVT badge.

Powering Focus ST is a high-output derivative of the efficient new 2.0-liter Ford EcoBoost I-4 engine. This advanced EcoBoost engine is being specially developed for the new Focus ST to ensure that the car gets the muscular performance – and inspirational sound – that it deserves. It also marks the first application of the four-cylinder EcoBoost engine in a high-performance model.

This engine features specially designed intake and exhaust systems and a unique calibration to deliver the desired level of power and responsiveness. The engine retains robust torque delivery – a signature attribute of Ford EcoBoost designs – and a strong torque curve over a broad range.

One of a completely new generation of downsized, high-efficiency, low-CO2 engines from Ford, the 2.0-liter EcoBoost is a lightweight, all-aluminum design that combines three technologies – high-pressure direct injection, low-inertia turbocharging and twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) – to create an advanced combustion system that brings new levels of performance and fuel efficiency to engines in this power range.

2012 Focus ST Interior

The standard transmission for Focus ST is a six-speed manual gearbox, optimized with sporting ratios carefully matched to the performance characteristics of the EcoBoost engine.

Genuine performance and handling
The global performance vehicle specialists have a mission: to ensure the new Focus ST delivers pure performance and handling to exceed the expectations of the global automotive enthusiast community.

Focus ST will feature a comprehensive range of enhancements including a lowered chassis, high-performance brakes and unique suspension tuning that will enable the vehicle to deliver exceptional handling and agility.

ST will benefit from the performance improvements being delivered by the next-generation Focus vehicle architecture. Features like a stronger, stiffer body structure, optimized front and rear suspension system designs, and a new variable-ratio electric power-assisted steering (EPAS) system all contribute to superior vehicle dynamics and improved refinement.

Focus ST drivers will also be able to take advantage of the unprecedented level of smart new technologies, including advanced new driver assistance, powertrain, chassis and active safety features.

Many of these features, such as the advanced new torque vectoring control system – which acts like a limited-slip differential to enhance cornering stability and agility – have a direct impact on taking sportive driving quality to an even higher level.

“The technology on the Focus ST will provide enthusiasts with an exceptional driving experience,” said Jost Capito, director of Global Performance Vehicles.

The new Focus ST features a highly distinctive sports exterior, providing significant functional and aerodynamic benefits and clearly differentiating ST from other models in the new Focus family.

From The Mustang News

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