The only car that gets my heart rate up is my own Ford Tempo. Especially when you're skidding into a turn in one of Alaska's mountain ranges at 1AM, with no ABS, no traction control, no airbags, and no stability control.

@Ford Tempo Fanatic: Or if you're going across the pond, hows about one of these? Although in reality, I don't think Americans would accept ocean liners or streamlined trains. We're too much like animals.

I wonder if (and when) Americans will grow so tired of the TSA and airlines in general, that they will sacrifice time for something a little more bearable. Luxury, style, relaxation, safety, and best of all... No TSA.

So what if it doesn't hit 60MPH in 3 seconds? Its got the looks and the power, and I'm sure its fast. Even if its not Lambo fast.

@Novaload: Aw shucks, I'm feelin the love.

I remember like... A year ago saying Jalopnik needs more 1950s cars. I am glad this is happening.

El Camino or Ranchero. Either-or. You can't beat trucks for burnouts or donuts. I say this based on many experiences with empty bed Ford and Chevy trucks. And so, I'm sure a more lightweight ute would be even better.

I came incredibly close to buying a Bill Blass Mark V. $2,000 in real good shape and no rust, and it ran! But... One thing led to another and a got an F-150 instead.

Gotta be a Bronco.

The only cars I got rid of had Bow Ties on their grills and I never ever ever looked back. There was nothing good to say about a '94 Chevy K2500 (with a 350 and a 5spd.) or a two door '93 Blazer.

@Jackie: Heart click for you.

@C4R4V4Nz_4_LIFE: Heart click for you.

@eddy_a: And it was a booming sales success that gained enduring fame. Not really. It was killed off before it even got going.

So, we've done our part.

@pj134: America and their disdain for RWD platforms. Chrysler is really the only one who put any effort into making affordable rear-drivers. GM has the Chevy Impala SS. A FWD-only V8 powered piece of shiz.

@MosContraMundum: I will have you know, Sir, Ford Tempo was a triumph of design. The advertisements sang "Style and Function in total harmony!"

Ford Crown Victoria. Like a Caprice, only not ugly, and about twice as fast.

Well written... But I'm not feeling the donk-love.

@Ms. Scoutch: Conor is indeed my name. Or my mild-mannered alter-ego depending on what your idea of a Ford Tempo Fan is.

I spent three entire class periods looking at various Troy Paiva photosets. Good stuff.