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== Description == | == Description == | ||
=== Design === | === Design === | ||
==== 1st generation ==== | |||
The Oracle is a four-door sedan which inherits the general design and role previously filled by the [[Sentinel]] in the [[GTA III Era|prior to GTA IV]] (the GTA IV Sentinel is redesigned as a two-door sport luxury coupe). The Oracle resembles the [[wp:BMW 7 Series|BMW E65 7 Series]] (2002-2008), particularly the pre-facelift models (2002-2005). The only noticeable differences are inverted front indicators, a slightly different taillight design, and the lack of BMW's traditional (and trademarked) kidney-shaped grilles. The grille resembles that of a [[wp:Lexus_LS#Second_generation_.28XF20.29|second-generation Lexus LS]], one of the competitors to the BMW 7 Series in the full-size luxury segment. | The Oracle is a four-door sedan which inherits the general design and role previously filled by the [[Sentinel]] in the [[GTA III Era|prior to GTA IV]] (the GTA IV Sentinel is redesigned as a two-door sport luxury coupe). The Oracle resembles the [[wp:BMW 7 Series|BMW E65 7 Series]] (2002-2008), particularly the pre-facelift models (2002-2005). The only noticeable differences are inverted front indicators, a slightly different taillight design, and the lack of BMW's traditional (and trademarked) kidney-shaped grilles. The grille resembles that of a [[wp:Lexus_LS#Second_generation_.28XF20.29|second-generation Lexus LS]], one of the competitors to the BMW 7 Series in the full-size luxury segment. | ||
There is a slightly modified variant of the Oracle driven by members of the [[Irish American Killers]]. It is painted dark green with front and rear bumper kits and a sport mesh grill, and its badge markings are removed. This variant is often seen in [[Steinway]], [[Dukes]]. | There is a slightly modified variant of the Oracle driven by members of the [[Irish American Killers]]. It is painted dark green with front and rear bumper kits and a sport mesh grill, and its badge markings are removed. This variant is often seen in [[Steinway]], [[Dukes]]. | ||
<gallery width="auto" perrow=" | <gallery width="auto" perrow="3" style="font-size:95%; padding:0; text-align:left;" widths="160"> | ||
File:Oracle-GTAIV-front.jpg|GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Oracle-GTAIV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). | File:Oracle-GTAIV-front.jpg|GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Oracle-GTAIV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). | ||
File:Oracle-GTAIV-modified-front.jpg|The modified variant driven by the [[Irish]] in GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Oracle-GTAIV-modified-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). | File:Oracle-GTAIV-modified-front.jpg|The modified variant driven by the [[Irish]] in GTA IV (<small>[[:File:Oracle-GTAIV-modified-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). | ||
File:Oracle-GTAV-front.jpg|GTA V (<small>[[:File:Oracle-GTAV-rear.jpg|Rear quarter view]]</small>). | |||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==== 2nd generation ==== | |||
A second Oracle (dubbed the 'Oracle 2' or 'Oracle Sport' by players) appears in GTA V. The design of this Oracle is based primarily on the BMW 7-series F01. | |||
=== Performance === | === Performance === | ||
The Oracle is probably powered by a V12, like the most powerful 7 Series which use the BMW N73 engine. Thus it is able to achieve a decent high speed with satisfactory acceleration. Its handling is superb for a car of its size, and it is durable, owing to its luxury construction. The soft suspension means that the car is comfortable on all surfaces. Its top speed is | ==== 1st generation ==== | ||
The Oracle is probably powered by a V12, like the most powerful 7 Series which use the BMW N73 engine. Thus it is able to achieve a decent high speed with satisfactory acceleration. Its handling is superb for a car of its size, and it is durable, owing to its luxury construction. The soft suspension means that the car is comfortable on all surfaces. Its top speed is 186 mph (300 km/h). It's definitely the best sports sedan to drive in GTA IV. Braking varies as anti-lock brakes are for some reason not always available. | |||
==== 2nd generation ==== | |||
The Oracle in GTA V is now powered by a High powered V8 with a 5-speed gearbox in FR configuration,In par with the Lampadati [[Felon]].It has high top speed and best accelerating car in the 4-door sedans range.Downside towards the car is oversteer as if it approaches uneven surfaces. | |||
==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
===GTA IV=== | |||
[[File:Oracle-GTAIV-advert.png|thumb|256px|Advertisement for the Oracle commonly seen on billboards in the city.]] | [[File:Oracle-GTAIV-advert.png|thumb|256px|Advertisement for the Oracle commonly seen on billboards in the city.]] | ||
* The default radio station in the Oracle is [[The Journey]]. | * The default radio station in the Oracle is [[The Journey]].(GTA IV) | ||
* An Oracle ad parodying BMW's ad style is seen on billboards around the city, including one at [[Star Junction]]. It shows a picture of the car with the caption | * The default radio station in the Oracle is [[East Lost FM]].(GTA V) | ||
* An Oracle ad parodying BMW's ad style is seen on billboards around the city, including one at [[Star Junction]]. It shows a picture of the car with the caption 'Automatic Arrogance'. | |||
** This is likely a reference to German luxury manufacturers with a long lineage (namely BMW and Mercedes-Benz), whose dealers tended to be arrogant compared to less-established marques like Lexus.<ref>[http://community.seattletimes.nwsource.com/archive/?date=19901104&slug=1102232 "New Kid on The Dock"]. The Seattle Times.</ref> | ** This is likely a reference to German luxury manufacturers with a long lineage (namely BMW and Mercedes-Benz), whose dealers tended to be arrogant compared to less-established marques like Lexus.<ref>[http://community.seattletimes.nwsource.com/archive/?date=19901104&slug=1102232 "New Kid on The Dock"]. The Seattle Times.</ref> | ||
** Also, BMW engineers largely ignored the frequent complaints about the complexity of the new iDrive interface of the E65 7 Series.<ref>[http://www.time.com/time/specials/2007/article/0,28804,1658545_1658544_1658541,00.html "The 50 Worst Cars of All Time: 2002 BMW 7-series"]. TIME Specials.</ref> | ** Also, BMW engineers largely ignored the frequent complaints about the complexity of the new iDrive interface of the E65 7 Series.<ref>[http://www.time.com/time/specials/2007/article/0,28804,1658545_1658544_1658541,00.html "The 50 Worst Cars of All Time: 2002 BMW 7-series"]. TIME Specials.</ref> | ||
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== Prominent appearances and locations == | == Prominent appearances and locations == | ||
=== GTA IV === | |||
* Can always be found in the parking lot across from the [[Middle Park East Safehouse]] on [[Albany Ave]]. | * Can always be found in the parking lot across from the [[Middle Park East Safehouse]] on [[Albany Ave]]. | ||
* Usually one parked at Franklin Street in Steinway. | * Usually one parked at Franklin Street in Steinway. | ||
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* [[Lyle Rivas]] owns one just sometime before the mission [[Search and Delete]], and was taken in [[Easy as Can Be]]. | * [[Lyle Rivas]] owns one just sometime before the mission [[Search and Delete]], and was taken in [[Easy as Can Be]]. | ||
* A rare Oracle XS can be obtained in the mission [[Taking in the Trash]]. This Oracle can be changed to a desired color at a Pay N' Spray, without the car immediately going to its default color (dark green). | * A rare Oracle XS can be obtained in the mission [[Taking in the Trash]]. This Oracle can be changed to a desired color at a Pay N' Spray, without the car immediately going to its default color (dark green). | ||
* In [[Going Deep]], a [[Ray Bulgarin]] mission, most of the cars in the parking complex are Oracles, including a unique shade of red one that Bulgarin and [[Timur]] hide behind. If | * In [[Going Deep]], a [[Ray Bulgarin]] mission, most of the cars in the parking complex are Oracles, including a unique shade of red one that Bulgarin and [[Timur]] hide behind. If the player is relatively careful not to blow it up during the shootout, it's easily stolen in the process of completing the mission. | ||
* Bulgarin later has a black Oracle waiting outside his house, in both of his following missions. | * Bulgarin later has a black Oracle waiting outside his house, in both of his following missions. | ||
=== GTA V === | |||
====First generation==== | |||
*Occasionally spawns along [[Route 68]]. | |||
==Notable owners== | ==Notable owners== | ||
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* Lyle Rivas (at one time before "[[Search and Delete]]"). | * Lyle Rivas (at one time before "[[Search and Delete]]"). | ||
* Ray Bulgarin | * Ray Bulgarin | ||
* Dave Norton | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||