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Buy Your Own Tron Lightcycle For $35,000

Posted by CmdrTaco on from the now-there's-a-bargain dept.

ElectricSteve writes "The lightcycle scene was probably the most memorable part of an absolutely jaw-dropping movie when Tron was released in 1982. One of the first films to use the kinds of computer-generated special effects that later become commonplace, it was a glimpse into a whole new world that left an indelible impression on most who saw it. Now, as Disney prepares to release Tron Legacy, a sequel some 28 years after the original, the lightcycles are back and looking meaner than ever. Built by the same guys who did the memorable Batpod replica, the new lightcycles feature massive dual hubless wheels, carbon fiber/fiberglass bodies, and all the lashings of neon that you'd expect. And there will be five running models built — all of which are now up for sale on eBay for a cool $35,000."

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  1. I want one, but... by Jarnin · · Score: 3, Funny

    I want one, but I don't want the hospital bills from doing 90 degree turns at 200 mph.

    1. Re:I want one, but... by Captain+Spam · · Score: 3, Funny

      Not to mention the littering tickets you'd rack up from the walls of solid light you'd keep leaving behind you...

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    2. Re:I want one, but... by IflyRC · · Score: 2, Funny

      You wouldn't have to only worry about the hospital bill. There's the EMT that declares you dead at the scene. You'd have to pay the ambulance service. Lawsuits for those you injured in which your insurance didn't cover completely. Also there is the funeral cost.

    3. Re:I want one, but... by IflyRC · · Score: 2, Funny

      Not really, they'll probably charge you morgue rent until you're transferred out.

  2. It'll look cool by theshowmecanuck · · Score: 5, Funny

    I am trying hard not to picture it being ridden by a fat middle aged geek wearing a skin tight spandex body suit.

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    1. Re:It'll look cool by Baron_Yam · · Score: 5, Funny

      I'm a middle-aged geek, but luckily I'm not fat. However, I can't ride a motorcycle.

      Just how cool would I look sliding sideways down the freeway on this thing with bits of melted Spandex and skin trailing behind me?

    2. Re:It'll look cool by natehoy · · Score: 2, Funny

      Just how cool would I look sliding sideways down the freeway on this thing with bits of melted Spandex and skin trailing behind me?

      Cool enough that the resulting YouTube video might help fund my retirement. Please let me know where and when, and I'll make sure to have my video camera. Thanks.

      PS: This is in no way an endorsement for you to do it. There won't be enough income from the YouTube video to even begin covering your medical costs, so I don't want any share of the liability. But if you happen to do it, just let me know when and where, OK?

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    3. Re:It'll look cool by Monkey-Man2000 · · Score: 4, Funny

      I am trying hard not to picture it being ridden by a fat middle aged geek wearing a skin tight spandex body suit.

      You mean like this guy?

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  3. space paranoids 2000 by Thud457 · · Score: 2, Funny

    The more important question is will they leave in the sex scene this time?

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  4. With a Tron cycle and suit, babes will love you by noidentity · · Score: 2, Funny

    After getting one of these cycles, pick up a Tron suit and you'll be really hot with the babes, honest.

  5. Re:Please explain the appeal of Tron to me by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    I was a 16 year old geek when Tron came out. It bored me to tears and I forgot about it as soon as I walked out of the theater. The new Tron Legacy trailer looks every bit as dumb. What am I missing here?

    Probably some portion of your frontal lobe. Maybe it's a congenital defect, or the result of some early trauma. It's ok, don't worry about it. You can still lead a fulfilling life despite your disability. Really, we shouldn't even consider it a disability; let's just call it neurodiversity.

  6. That was 28 years ago ? by bugs2squash · · Score: 2, Funny

    You fuckers; why did you have to point that out and make me feel so old.

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