Go-Cars for the New Year
The mid-size Hummer H3 is designed to get you through most off-road obstacles with its fully welded steel frame, embossed front skidplate, 8.5 inches of ground clearance, and full undercarriage protection. Although not an amphibian, the H3 does a darn good job in water, being able to ford 24 inches at 5 mph and 16 inches at 20 mph. But just in case you get hung up, there’s a swinggate mounted with a full-size spare, standard OnStar with a one-year “Safe and Sound Service Plan,” and remote keyless entry with a panic button. Powered with a Vortec 3700 engine, the H3 turns out 242 hp and 242 lb-ft of torque at 4600 rpm. With a starting MSRP of just under $30K, the H3 delivers rugged affordability, with options like seven exterior colors, six interior choices, and a wide variety of individual accessories to choose from that makes every H3 a true maverick.
With a unique shape and lines that instantly announce Jaguar, the S-Type makes an impression. From mesh grille to hand-selected burl walnut or bird´s-eye maple trim, it nods to famed designs, yet, vividly restyled, it delivers powerful new performance and edge. Here is an amalgam of substance and style, inside and out – a truly artful car. The S-Type R, road-ready for about $70K, boasts a 400 hp supercharged 4.2L V8 engine,18-in. Vulcan wheels and R-performance brakes, new optional 19-in. Barcelona wheels, unique front bumper styling, stainless steel exhaust tips, black window surrounds, body-colored exterior mirror caps, grille surround, bumper blades and rear spoiler, leather-trimmed seating surfaces embossed with the “R” logo, gray-stained bird´s-eye maple wood trim, leather-wrapped R-performance steering wheel, chrome and leather R-performance gearshift knob, and a new R luxury package.
