Television commercials, for the most part, are blasé. Little creativity and a lot of politics tends to sum up the results of most of what’s on the airwaves today.

However, this spot for the 2008 Mercedes C63 AMG, which we posted on GP a while back made me want to take a second mortgage on my home. No, not to buy the C63 AMG, but to fund the eighty-seven sets of tires I would inevitably bald trying to recreate the driving depicted in this commercial. Of course, New York cabbies drive like this on a regular basis but that’s an entirely different subject altogether.

You can and should watch the commercial after the jump, but if not then I can sum up the trasnscript for you.

“300 horsepower is fast. 400 will take your breathe away. That’s why we gave it 451.”

It’s pure unadultered simplicity at it’s finest. To those crazy German engineers who fully believe in cramming as much horsepower into as small of a vehicle as possible. We salute you.

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The Lacoste Proof 2 is an update to the Proof, a retro-inspired sneaker that uniquely combines leather and mesh. We’re obviously fans of white sneakers here at Gear Patrol and so, why the hell not show you another pair we own. The Lacoste lace-up sneaker manages to be both simple and retro without looking like it’s trying too hard. There are smooth leather uppers with mesh detailing and of course the croc emblazoned on the side.

Cost: $115 @ Saks Fifth Avenue

Whether or not you’re a fan of sci-fi you should be watching or DVR’ing Battlestar Galactica. It’s a timely and thrilling show about a creation of man called the Cylons that rebelled against humans. Problem is they look like humans and copied themselves. One on the show is quite the looker.

This set of five 22″x17″ posters are printed on 100 pound satin-finish paper, each depicting a motivational phrase and inspirational graphic. Sure beats crappy office motivational posters.

Don’t ask us where you might put one of these in your crib. If you’ve got a sense of humor you might want to consider framing this up like a nice lithograph and hanging it in your office. After all, saying that a hot woman is the enemy might conjure up some interesting conversation…

Cost: $30 @ ThinkGeek

Mounting your plasma on the wall is nice - we equate it to leaving your mark on the household. The phrase “I am a man, this is my domain,” actually comes to mind. The Kyoto Entertainment Center is made of eco-conscious bamboo (Ed: yes we agree, the term eco is thrown around far too easily) timbers in a warm, hand-rubbed natural finish and fitted with Chinese joinery techniques using no nails or screws. The backwall is designed specifically for you to mount your plasma on using traditional mounting brackets and has shelving and three drawers for your media. Additional electronics such as a receiver, blu-ray player or game system will slot into the middle open area designed for proper cooling and wiring.

Cost: $2698 @ Crate & Barrel

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One might fear even approaching the Lamborghini Reventon without getting lacerated. It redefines sharp likening itself more to some mass of mechanized evil and we like it. The matte gunmetal exterior simply adds a menacing sheen to the entire package.

Not so amazing is the Lamborghini’s interior which looks rather drab and slapshoddy. Further adding insult are the Knight Rider gauges that we rate as laugh-worthy, at best. Of course, the dodecahedral death metal exterior and 640 horsepower under the hood should more than compensate. [via]

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Sure, it’s nice that your $5 umbrella sitting on the floor behind your car seat opens when you press that shoddy little square silver plastic button, but it also has the lifespan of one wind gust. Whether you’re in London, the brolly carrying capitol or just need a quality coverage right when the rain breaks on your next date make sure you’re equipped with something substantial

Upgrade your umbrella to a Davek Solo. It uses a carbon WindFlex Frame System and automatically opens… and closes. with a one touch system. The 43″ canopy is constructed of 190 thread count nylon (the most tightly woven available). The handle will clip to your belt (ED: we strongly suggest against you wearing anything on your belt).

Cost: $99 @ Davek New York

Also See: Ambient Umbrella - weather sensing umbrella | $140