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In Midtown Madness, the Race Announcer provides in-game commentary on various situations during a race taking place in Chicago. They apply towards race openings, cruise mode, unlocking vehicles, finishes, collisions, especially towards specific vehicles and the multiplayer-exclusive Cops & Robbers Match. He is voiced by Chicago radio personality Marty Lennartz also known as "The Regular Guy". All his in-game quotes are listed below.

Introductions[]

Quote Heard When Audio File
Welcome to Microsoft Midtown Madness: Chicago Edition! Game is installed for the first time.
Welcome to Microsoft Midtown Madness: Chicago Edition! Jeez, won't this make the mayor proud! Game is installed for the first time.
Welcome to the trial version of Midtown Madness: Chicago Edition! Demo version of Midtown Madness is launched.

Race Openings[]

These quotes are heard during race openings. There are specific quotes included for each race.

These quotes can be heard regardless of the race.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Chicago's finest are out in full force today, so let's mind our P's and Q's out there! The race starts, This quote can be heard at random times.
The cops, they're not just hanging out at the donut shops today folks — so watch yourself! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Chicago PD is taking an aggressive stance in their battle to keep maniac drivers off the road. So don't be surprised if you see some of them pretty red lights in the old rear view mirror! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
A word to the wise: you can't always trust that arrow! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
The question on the table today, folks, is how far can you really trust that crazy arrow? If you got something to say about this, give us a call down at the station. The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
If I may, I'd like to leave you with one deep thought for today: Don't follow the crowd, and you just may have a chance in this race! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
As somebody said so eloquently back in the '70s: Go your own way, make your own path, don't follow the crowd! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Driving into the station this morning, I realized that what George Carlin says is true: Anybody going slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac! The race starts. The quote can be heard at random times.
Climb in that car and buckle up! You've got work to do! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Remember kids, don't try this at home! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Right now, let's get ready for several solid minutes of non-stop, commercial-free racing! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
If you wanna win, you're gonna have to forget everything your ma ever taught you about good manners! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Be sure to fasten your seatbelt, check your mirrors, and make any last minute changes to your will! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Welcome to the city of Chicago! I gotta say, I'm rather fond of this town, so please, try to leave it where you found it! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Welcome to Chicagoland! Home of the most courteous and thoughtful drivers you'll ever run into! Oh, maybe I should rephrase that! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Hey, a friendly word of advice: don't forget to buckle up! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Now remember, your automobile is not a toy! Hehe, just kidding! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.
Hey, could bad behavior behind the wheel could be a sign of other problems in your life? Ah, who cares? The important thing is that you kick some butt! The race starts. This quote can be heard at random times.

These quotes are specific to Blitz Races:

Dearborn Dash
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Get ready for the Dearborn Dash! Now this is where you'll be driving it right through the center of the city! If you wanna win, you gotta time that bridge jump perfectly! Race Opens
You're at north of Dearborn. Don't forget to wave when you go flying past the Flamingo! Race Opens


River Wild & Wacker
Quote Heard When Audio File
Now's your chance to check out the view from both sides of the river! Race Opens
It's time to get wacked on Wacker! If you wanna win, don't dally in that alley! Race Opens
East is east and west is west. And if you can do both fast, you'll pass this test! Race Opens


Under The El
Quote Heard When Audio File
If you make a wrong turn under the El, hey, don't be suprised to find yourself shopping! Race Opens
Tight turns will keep you on track! Keep the pedal to the metal and you just may have a chance! Race Opens
Keep your turns controlled and tight. If you hit those El train supports, you'll do more than scrape your paint! Race Opens


Double-Back Blitz
Quote Heard When Audio File
Ever had the kind of day when no one's going your way? Well get ready, you ain't seen nothing yet! Race Opens
Ahhh, the Double-Back Blitz! If you can turn on a dime, you just might have a chance! Race Opens


Grant Park Parade
Quote Heard When Audio File
The path you seek is right in front of you! So step on it already! Race Opens
Things are hoppin' down at the lakefront this afternoon. Everybody's out enjoying that Chicago sunshine. Race Opens
Time for a little lappin' on the shores of Lake Michigan! Pedestrians — beware! Race Opens
Do not be afraid to boldly go where no car has ever gone before! It's the only way to win, pal! Race Opens


Wild Blue Blitz
Quote Heard When Audio File
Traffic around the lakefront is all tangled up! If you're heading out to Meigs, Make sure you got plenty of time to catch your flight! Race Opens
The planetarium is tempting, but you've got a plane to catch, so step on it! Race Opens


Navy Pier Peel-Out
Quote Heard When Audio File
You ask any proud son of the city of Chicago and I betcha they can tell ya five different ways to get to Navy Pier! All you gotta do, is find the fastest one! Race Opens
All the action's down at Navy Pier today! Looks like the fleet is coming in! Race Opens
Well the lakefront is hoppin' tonight! Looks like everybody's going down to Navy Pier! Race Opens


Bear Cub Blitz
Quote Heard When Audio File
Well we're bouncing between ball fields! Now that's every true Chicago superfan's fantasy! If you time it just right, you may even get a tour of your favorite team's stomping grounds! Race Opens
For any true son of the city of Chicago I tell you this is the race to Mecca! From the home of the Cubs, to the den of the Bears! Oh, you got it all! Give me a bowl of sausage! I may just weep! Race Opens
This may be your one big change to break into the big leagues! Race Opens
No Bears game today! Folks, you got nothing to do but drive! Race Opens
Well, Sammy and the rest of the crew are out of town. Wrigley Field won't be seeing any action today! Race Opens


Race For A Space
Quote Heard When Audio File
Now, if you're heading out for a little holiday shopping this morning, good luck finding a parking spot! I hear it's slim pickings all over the north side! Race Opens
Now there comes a time in everybody's life when you discover, it's not who you are on the inside, but now big your truck is! Words to live by, my friends! Race Opens
Hey, don't let the construction site distract ya, you've gotta get yourself uptown! Race Opens


Tall Tower Blitz
Quote Heard When Audio File
You're gonna hit all of the high points on this city tour, and Big John will be waitin' for you at the Finish Line! Race Opens
From one tall tower to another. When you win, your head'll be in the clouds! Race Opens

These quotes are specific to Checkpoint races:

Beginner's Luck
Quote Heard When Audio File
What are you gonna do? Head off the expressway and straight into the action? Or take the long way home? Race Opens
A word of advice: Once you whiz past China gate, keep your eyes peeled for coppers! Race Opens
You know those scientists who say the closest distance between two places is a straight line? Yeah well, I think they're lyin'! Race Opens
Are you ready to go streaking down State Street? Keep your pants on now! Race Opens
Mind your manners now. No pushing and shoving on the off-ramp! You'll all get your chance! Race Opens
Here's your chance to go blazing past the big old bunch of Beetles! Show em' what ya got! Race Opens (Amateur)


Tough Turns & A Tunnel
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Get ready to be headin' every which way but loose, my friend! Race Opens
Sometimes you have to sink to great depths to get what you want — now that's pretty deep, folks! Race Opens
When you take that turn out of the tunnel, the cops will be on your tail in no time! So no sightseeing! Step on it! Race Opens
This races helps answer the question: How low can you go? Race Opens
The winner of this race has got to be ready to go low! And I ain't talking six feet under! Race Opens


North River Run
Quote Heard When Audio File
Get set for the North River Run! All the action's in the north end and Navy Pier! Race Opens
Get ready to go racing through River North, with a little nip by Navy Pier! Race Opens
River North! Let's see how nimbly you can navigate through this neighborhood! Race Opens


Soldier Sneaker
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

The police have set up a speed trap on the east side on Soldier's Field! Don't make it easy on 'em now, folks! Race Opens
Get ready to look your opponents straight in the old headlights! Race Opens
Hey, how fast can you hang a U-ey? Race Opens
It's up to you! Are you gonna be ready to turn with the tide? Race Opens
Get ready to confront your fears! And the Freightliners! Race Opens
Get ready to confront your fears! Not to mention the Freightliners! Race Opens
Here's a little advice: If you can sneak your way into Soldier's, you'll have a chance against Chicago's Finest! Race Opens
Freeway Flyer
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

What are you gonna do? Fly down the freeway first? Or dive and dirt your way downtown? Race Opens
Get ready for some exciting speed on the expressway and some derry dashes through downtown! Race Opens
You got a lot of choices to make: Are you gonna cut through the construction? Or are you gonna take a sally through that back alley? Race Opens
Get ready to accelerate on the expressways! Are you gonna meet your opponents coming or going? Race Opens


Nocturnal Navigator
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

Night falls on the city of big shoulders — which means, we should see a little relief from the heat! Race Opens
Time for a little nocturnal navigation — you're not afraid of the dark now are you? Race Opens
Get ready to take a flight into the middle of the night! Race Opens
Make a beeline for the bridges, and you'll be buzzing in no time! Race Opens


Beat The Bridges
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

Nothing like a couple of good bridge blasts to really send you into orbit, get ready to beat those bridges! Race Opens
The way this race is run, you'll swear the bridges saw you coming! Race Opens
Watch yourself out there, those bridges are slippery when wet! Race Opens
It is raining cats and dogs out there! And to make things worse, the bridges along the river are going haywire! It's a nasty night to be out, folks! So if you can, take my advice, and stay home! Race Opens


Crosstown Switchback
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

It's time for a rainy round trip on both sides of the expressway! Race Opens
Should you be swimming upstream or down? Are you a salmon or a survivor? Race Opens
Don't be afraid to pummel the Panoz. It could propel you to victory! Race Opens
Do you run with the pack? Or do you forge your own way on the expressway? Race Opens


Perimeter Perils
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

You'll need all your experience behind the wheel to win this race! Give it all you've got! Race Opens
Be prepared to propel yourself around the perimeter of the city in this race — and rack up some mileage through the middle! Race Opens
Which way should you go? Inside out or outside in? Only time will tell, my friend! Race Opens


Aptitude Test
Quotes Heard When

Audio File

As you're crusin' through Grant Park, make an effort to break down the barriers that keep you from enjoying art and culture! You know, the good things in life! Race Opens
Hey pal, you know those shortcuts and secret routes you've been finding? If you wanna win this race, you're gonna need every one of 'em! Race Opens
Are you ready for a rough-and-tumble race? May the beefiest set of wheels win! Race Opens


Beetle Blast-a-Thon
Quotes Heard When Audio File
If you can squeeze your way past your pesky opponents, you just may win this thing! Now come on, suck in your gut and let's go! Race Opens
Choose the path not taken this time! And you could make it to the Finish Line first! Race Opens
Are you gonna play follow the leader this time, or forge your own route? Race Opens


Frosty Finale
Quotes Heard When Audio File
You're gonna need every trick in the book to win this one! Now get out there and make me, and your mother proud! Race Opens
You've come a long way to get here, so what are you waiting for? Get moving! Race Opens
If you can win this one, you can write your own ticket. The sky's the limit! Race Opens (Amateur)

These quotes are specific to Circuit Races:

The Littler Loop
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Do you feel like you're running around in circles today? You're doing something right! Race Opens
Under the El tracks is where all the action is today, and a lot of drivers appear to making some very sloppy turns. Race Opens
Well it may be shady under the El, but the action on the street is hot! Hot! Hot! Race Opens


Riverside Run
Quote Heard When Audio File
You'll be going every way but west on Wacker for this race! And you may even have time for a stroll in the park! Race Opens
Pedestrians down around lake sure are getting a real workout today! Looks like cars are actually driving through Grant Park! Now I've heard of taking a shortcut to shave a little time off the old commute but whoa, this is ridiculous! Race Opens


Tunnel Turner
Quote Heard When Audio File
Get ready for some subterranean travel! Let's see just how low you need to go to win! Race Opens
From tight turns and a twisted tunnel to the wide open spaces of the expressway! You've got your work cut out for you! Race Opens
Don't forget to cut your corners! Race Opens


Downtown Driver
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Cutting corners is nothing to be ashamed of! Especially when you go flying past the Flamingo! Race Opens
Downtown, streets have been blocked off for some kind of crazy car rally! It looks like they'll be running laps around Daley Plaza! I wonder what city hall's gonna have to say about this! Race Opens
Get ready to do a downtown dance! But what are you doing? "The Twist" or the "Hokey-Pokey?" Race Opens
If you're flat out by the Flamingo, fortune may shine your way! Race Opens


Museum Marathon
Quote Heard When

Audio File

You'll be tempted to flirt with the fishes! But you gotta race to win, pal! So keep moving! Race Opens
Something tells me a visit to the aquarium could a result in a major breakthrough today! Race Opens
Don't waste your time fumbling with the football, you've gotta soldier on and win this race! Race Opens


South End Circuit
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Well, it looks like we're in for another long one today, folks! If you flip it around the fountain just right, you should be able to cut a couple of seconds off your lap time! Race Opens
Get ready to wind your way through the south side and Soldier Field today! We've got a circuit all set up with some tough turns and tight corners! Race Opens
I keep hearing reports that city workers are blocking off streets all over the south side! They're apparently setting up for some kind of car race! What's this all about? If you know what's going on, give us a call down at the station! Race Opens


City Central
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Get set to go sailin' around the center of the city for this Circuit Race! Knowing when to cut corners could be the secret to your success! Race Opens
Sections of downtown on both sides of the river are being blocked off today! They're setting up for some kind of Circuit race! What I wanna know is: Where do you sign up for this kind of thing? Hey, I wanna play too! Where do they get the cars? Who in the heck is authorizing all this? Can we get someone from the mayor's office here on the phone?! Race Opens


North End Navigator
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Hey, I don't care what they say! Sometimes it's just quicker to take the stairs! Race Opens
As you navigate the north side, don't forget: You got two bridges to beat! Race Opens


Old Town Twist
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Don't get tangled up as you twist through old town! You've got lots of open road ahead of you! Race Opens
The trek through old town may tie you up in knots. But the run along the river should be righteous! Race Opens
Keep in mind that the barriers are your buddies! Follow those orange and white arrows and they'll take you right to the Finish Line! Race Opens


Loop-De-Loop
Quote Heard When

Audio File

Hey, when it comes to loops, this race is a lollapalooza! Race Opens
Hey, get ready to accelerate on the expressway! Race Opens
When it comes to loops, it doesn't get any bigger than this! Race Opens

Snagging Checkpoints[]

These quotes are heard when the player passes the final checkpoint in any race:

Quote Heard When Audio File
Final Checkpoint! Player snags the final checkpoint.
Come on, now get to the Finish Line, pal! Player snags the final checkpoint.
Well, now go for the Finish! Player snags the final checkpoint.

Crossing the Finish Line[]

The player will hear these quotes when the player's car crosses the Finish Line. These are various quotes shown in the table below. The quotes for a specific vehicle can be heard when you are finishing with that vehicle. They are shown in the section below, as well as in the vehicle pages.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Hey I gotta tell you, that was pretty cool! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Frankly I'm surpised the speedometer didn't go flying off the dashboard after that! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Hey I gotta tell you, pal! You rock, big time! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
All those cool cars, going real fast, and you won! That was pretty twisted! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Now that was a delight for both kids and adults! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Hey, folks on the phone are telling me you were setting new land speed records on a Magnificent Mile today! I gotta tell you, that was some great racing and a wild ride! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
As a spectator, I gotta tell you, It was unbelievable the way you dominated that race! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
I give that performance an enthusiastic thumbs up! That was the feel-good drive of the season. Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Ah, I can't get enough of a race like that! I laughed, I cried, I screamed for joy! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
If they gave Academy Awards for driving, pal you would be a shoe-in for the Oscar! I love the way you used that gas pedal! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Scientists now say that the desire for speed is instinctual for humans, as well as cheetahs! Oh, that explains a lot! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
It was like you were on a mission from god or something! Nice driving! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
That was great! There was nobody in front of you! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
You've learned much, young one! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Impressive, most impressive! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Wow, you really tore through that toddlin' town! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.
Aw, that was great! You add a bowl of sausage, and it just doesn't get any better than this! Player finishes in 1st place with any vehicle.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Tomorrow on Chicago Today, we'll be talking about how to get ahead and stay ahead in traffic — you might just wanna tune in. Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Fenders are flying all over town today as a small group of speeders sneered at traffic laws at every turn. I don't know what they were thinking! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Wanna learn how to talk your way out of traffic tickets? You'll hear from the experts on the next Windy City Weekend! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Ooh! That was close but no cigar, pal. We've all been down that road before, huh? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Now I would have to call that a strictly middle-of-the-road performance! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Hey, I don't wanna beat around the bush, but I gotta tell you pal: you were slow! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Now I see what they mean when they say: "Your mileage may vary. Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Believe me — me, seeing you, do that, at this point in time... it just brings a tear to my eye. Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
You know when you go and do something like that, it just goes to show ya. You got potential! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Now that car has seen better days, and so have you, but don't give up! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
You and that car have both seen better days, but don't give up! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Now there's a great headline: Speeding driver hits all the Checkpoints and still loses! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
So, things didn't go so well. Believe me pal, we've all parked in that space before! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Latest news off the wire says auto insurance rates are skyrocketing in the greater Chicagoland area! Now what do you suppose is behind all that? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Something important to keep in mind as you head out on the roads next time: The gas pedal is the one on the right! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
I gotta tell you, I hate it when this kinda thing happens! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Here in Chicago, we don't like to see that kind of performance. I mean come on, we got standards! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
To be fair, that wasn't totally worthless. I mean, you had a couple of nice moves! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
I gotta say, what a disappointing waste of talent! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
That was about as scintillating as watching the home shopping channel. Come on! Put a little meat into it next time, huh? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
The big question that pops up in my head is: Why? Why did it have to happen like this? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
I gotta tell you, pal: when you fall off a horse, all you can do is get right back up in that saddle again! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
What do you say we call this one practice? Eh, we'll go the best 2 out of 3, you know something like that! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
All I can say is (laughs): You don't see that too often. Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Hey grandma, you wanna make it to bingo next time, you've gottta get in the fast lane! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Hey slowpoke, you wanna make it to bingo next time, you've gotta get in the fast lane! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Now I gotta ask ya: Were you driving, or parking? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Hey, what took you so long? Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
What in the heck took you so long?! Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Hey, somebody get me a pizza, I've been starving waiting for you to finish. Player loses the race by entering the Finish in 2nd place or later with any vehicle (Not heard in Blitz Races)

These quotes are general for races and vehicles. Specific quotes for unlocking each vehicle are listed in the next section along with race openings, winnings, and losings.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Congratulations! You just unlocked the next round of races! Player unlocks the next set of Checkpoint Races.
Congratulations! You just earned the right to run the next round of races! Player unlocks the next set of Checkpoint Races.
Hard work pays off! You just earned the right to run the next round of races! Player unlocks the next set of Checkpoint Races.
Hard work pays off! You just unlocked a new vehicle! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Congratulations! You have just unlocked a new vehicle! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Congratulations, you've got a new toy waiting for you on the vehicle screen! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Congratulations, you've just earned yourself a new ride! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Good news! You just earned yourself a new set of wheels! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Wait till you see what you've unlocked pal, check out the vehicle screen! Player unlocks a new vehicle.
Wait till you see what you've unlocked! Player unlocks a new vehicle.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Final Lap! Player crosses the Finish Line for the final lap.
You're on the Final Lap! Player crosses the Finish Line for the final lap.

Vehicles[]

These quotes can be heard with the selected driving vehicle in various races:

Volkswagen New Beetle[]

These quotes apply to the Volkswagen New Beetle.

Quote Heard When Audio File
You were busting some major moves in that Beetle! Almost like blasting down that Autobahn thing they've got over there! Finishing in 1st place with Volkswagen Beetle

Quote Heard When Audio File
Hey, what's Volkswagen's latest motto? "Drivers still wanted?'' Losing in 2nd place or later with the Volkswagen Beetle
I bet I know exactly what you're thinking, it's gonna bug you on 'till you beat em' in the Beetle! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Volkswagen Beetle
Hey, based on what I saw, I don't anticipate VW changing its ad campaign from "Drivers Wanted" 'cause it sure don't look like they found any yet! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Volkswagen Beetle
Seeing this kind of thing, I'd say my pals over at Volkswagen — they're gonna stick with the "Drivers Wanted" ad! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Beetle, hey, that's one cute little car! I mean, hey, it even looks good going slow! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Volkswagen Beetle

City Bus[]

These quotes apply to the City Bus.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Congratulations! You just unlocked the City Bus! Winning any two races to unlock the City Bus.
Congratulations! You've just unlocked the City Bus! Winning any two races to unlock the City Bus.
Now for something completely different — you've just unlocked the City Bus! Winning any two races to unlock the City Bus.

Quote Heard When Audio File
I gotta tell you, I don't think I've ever seen a City Bus make moves like that! Winning races with the City Bus.
Hey, tell your supervisor to put you on the express route next time! Winning races with the City Bus.
Now that was the most efficient execution of an express route I've ever seen! To make it perfect, all you gotta do is pick up some passengers next time! Winning races with the City Bus.

Quote Heard When Audio File
I gotta say pal, that as a city bus driver, you're usually required to stop at bus stops. You got some cranky people waiting at the curb. Losing races with the City Bus.
If everybody drove a bus like that, I'll tell you what, there'll be a lot more people using the El train! Losing races with the City Bus.
Okay, you're getting there but you're still a couple of cents short of exact change, if you know what I'm sayin'! Losing races with the City Bus.

Cadillac Eldorado[]

These quotes apply to the Cadillac Eldorado Touring Coupe.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Oh, I love that Cadillac Eldorado! Smooth lines, powerful performance, even on stairs and sidewalks! Finishing 1st place with the Cadillac Eldorado.
That Cadillac Eldorado is a beatiful thing! That's not a car, baby! That's a ride! Finishing 1st place with the Cadillac Eldorado.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Hey, here's a question I gotta ask: Could you have driven that Caddy any worse? Losing the race by finishing in 2nd place or later with the Cadillac Eldorado.

Ford F-350[]

These quotes apply to the Ford F-350 Super Duty Truck.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

That Ford F-350, now that's one truck that really knows how to kick out the jams! Winning races with the Ford F-350 by placing 1st place.
Hey, I tell ya when they said that truck was built Ford tough, they weren't kiddin' around! Winning races with the Ford F-350 by placing 1st place.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

If you wanna win, you're gonna have to learn to move that pickup, pal! Losing races with the Ford F-350 by coming in 2nd place or later.
Pick up the pace next time. Come on, pick it up! Losing races with the Ford F-350 by coming in 2nd place or later.
Hey I gotta tell you pal, you drive the Ford F-350 like that again and I'll tell you what — Somebody from Detroit will come looking for ya! Losing races with the Ford F-350 by coming in 2nd place or later.
Now you hate to see somebody do something like that to a perfectly good pickup. Aw come on, it's a crying shame! Losing races with the Ford F-350 by coming in 2nd place or later.

Ford Mustang GT[]

These quotes apply to the Ford Mustang GT.

Quote Heard When Audio File
The new Ford Mustang! Reborn to run, especially in Chicago! Finishing in 1st place with the Ford Mustang GT.
The new Ford Mustang! Reborn to run, all over Chicago! Finishing in 1st place with the Ford Mustang GT.

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You take that beautiful car, that brand, spankng new Ford Mustang, and you disgrace yourself, your family, and the car out there! Come on, what are you thinking, pal? Losing in 2nd place or later with the Ford Mustang GT.
Now what happened here is a clear case of you trying to control a few more horses than you could handle my friend, but you gotta get back up in that saddle again. Losing in 2nd place or later with the Ford Mustang GT.
Hey, you're getting there! You just gotta learn how to harness the horsepower! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Ford Mustang GT.
I had no idea the Mustang could make moves like that! Especially on sidewalks! Losing in 2nd place or later with the Ford Mustang GT.
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Ford Mustang Fastback[]

These quotes apply to the '68 Ford Mustang Fastback.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

Congratulations, you just unlocked the '68 Ford Mustang Fastback! Player finishes five Circuit Races to unlock the Ford Mustang Fastback.
Congratulations, you just unlocked the classic — The '68 Ford Mustang Fastback! Player finishes five Circuit Races to unlock the Ford Mustang Fastback.

Quote Heard When

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Now that Mustang Fastback is a classic. So was your performance! Winning with the Ford Mustang Fastback in 1st place.

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Hey, the Mustang Fastback deserves better than you gave it pal! Show a little respect for a classic, huh? Finishing in 2nd place or later with the Ford Mustang Fastback.

Ford Mustang Cruiser[]

These quotes apply to the Ford Mustang Cruiser.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Geez, what's with these cops today? Driving fast, banging into stuff, who do they think they are? Criminals? Winning with the Ford Mustang Cruiser in 1st place.
I gotta say, It's good to see Chicago's finest taking pride in their work! Winning with the Ford Mustang Cruiser in 1st place.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Driving that cop car will only get you so far, pal! And you just crossed the line! Losing with the Ford Mustang Cruiser in 2nd place or later.
Hey, with driving like that, you're gonna be handing in your badge and keys in no time! Losing with the Ford Mustang Cruiser in 2nd place or later.
You drive a squad car like that, hey, you're gonna end up walking a beat, pal! Losing with the Ford Mustang Cruiser in 2nd place or later.

Panoz Roadster[]

These quotes apply to to the Panoz AIV Roadster.

Quote Heard When Audio File
You've got to have a lot of muscle to drive a car like that! Winning races in 1st place with the Panoz Roadster

Quote Heard When Audio File
The Panoz Roadster had a respectable outing! Nothing to be ashamed of! Losing races by finishing in 2nd place or later with the Panoz Roadster (Not heard in Blitz Races)
Oh! That was some ugly driving for such a cool-looking car! Losing races by finishing in 2nd place or later with the Panoz Roadster (Not heard in Blitz Races)

Panoz GTR-1[]

These quotes apply to the Panoz GTR-1.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

Congratulations, you have just unleashed the mighty power of the Panoz GTR-1 racecar! Achieving 8000 points to unlock the Panoz GTR-1.
Congratulations, you have just unlocked the Panoz GTR-1 racecar! Achieving 8000 points to unlock the Panoz GTR-1.
Get ready for some powerful performance, you've just unlocked the Panoz GTR-1 racecar! Achieving 8000 points to unlock the Panoz GTR-1.
Unleash the hounds pal, you just unlocked the Panoz GTR-1 racecar! Achieving 8000 points to unlock the Panoz GTR-1.

Quote Heard When

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Whatever you do, be careful with that car! It's worth more than both of our lives put together! Race openings with the Panoz GTR-1.
Now you're driving a car I'm gonna get when I trade-in my house! Race openings with the Panoz GTR-1.
Now be sure you use that thing for good and not for evil! Ah, what the heck? You can go either way! Race openings with the Panoz GTR-1.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

Now that's how you drive a Panoz GTR-1! Finishing 1st place in races with the Panoz GTR-1.
Seeing you making moves like that in that Panoz GTR-1, I tell you pal, I get all choked up. It's a beautiful thing! Finishing 1st place in races with the Panoz GTR-1.

Quote Heard When

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You gotta remember, pal: When you're driving a Panoz GTR-1, there are certain standards that apply. So come on, give it another try! Player loses the race by finishing in 2nd place or later with the Panoz GTR-1.

Freightliner Century[]

These quotes apply to the Freightliner Century Class C120.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Congratulations! You have just unleashed the awesome power of the Freightliner Century Class! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.
Congratulations! You just unleashed the awesome power of the Freightliner Century Class Eighteen wheeler! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.
Congratulations! You just unleashed the awesome power of the Freightliner Century Class Semi! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.
Congratulations! You just unlocked the Freightliner Century Class! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.
Congratulations! You just unlocked the Freightliner Century Class Eighteen Wheeler! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.
Congratulations! You just unlocked the Freightliner Century Class Semi! Winning five Blitz races to unlock the Freightliner Century.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Now you are fully licensed to drive that eighteen-wheeler aren't you? Of course you are!
Now remember kids, a Freightliner is not a toy! Treat it with respect. Hey, can I honk the horn?

Quote Heard When Audio File
Hey, half of Chicago looks like a Freightliner came flying right through it! Losing races with the Freightliner Century.

Vehicle Collisions[]

All quotes for when a vehicle is in Damage Penalty:

Quotes heard in Blitz and Checkpoint races when a vehicle is heavily damaged, it cannot continue racing:

Quote Heard When Audio File
Vehicle Damage Penalty! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Damage Penalty! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Damage Penalty! Your race is done! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Damage Penalty! Time to hand over the keys! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Damage Penalty! Time for you to step away from the car! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Damage Penalty! You're done! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Ohhh! Your car is totaled! Game Over! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
Game over! Your vehicle is trashed! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.
This race is over, baby! Vehicle is heavily damaged during the race.

Quotes heard in Circuit Races, where vehicles are automatically repairable:

Quote Heard When Audio File
Time penalty for vehicle damage! Vehicle is heavily damaged during Circuit races. It takes a certain amount of time for the car to fully repair itself to excellent condition.
Damage Penalty! Five seconds and you're as good as new. Vehicle is heavily damaged during Circuit races. It takes 5 seconds for the car to fully repair itself to excellent condition.
Damage Penalty! Ten seconds and you're as good as new. Vehicle is heavily damaged during Circuit races. It takes 10 seconds for the car to fully repair itself to excellent condition.

Cruise[]

Cruise Openings[]

Quote

Heard When

Audio File

Get ready to take a cruise through the windy city! See all the sights in the beautiful city of Chicago! Cruise Starts
Cruising is a great way to get the lay of the land, if you know what I mean! Cruise Starts
Now would be a great time to explore every nook and cranny of this teeming metropolis! Cruise Starts
Now is your chance to check out the city of Chicago without pesky opponents or ticking timers. Where do you wanna go? Whatcha gonna do? Cruise Starts
Here's your chance to check out your vehicle and the environment to see exactly what you got! Cruise Starts

Weather Conditions[]

These quotes apply to every weather condition set for a race in Chicago.

These quotes can be heard in race openings with clear weather conditions.

Quote Heard When Audio File
It's a beautiful day for a drive! Not a cloud in sight! Makes you wanna put the top down! Weather conditions are clear.
Take advantage of the clear weather while you can folks, the sun is out, the streets are dry, and it may not last long! Weather conditions are clear.
Ah, another sunny day in the city of big shoulders! If you're heading out, don't forget your sunscreen! If you're going to work, well, you have my condolences. Weather conditions are clear.
Better dig out those sunglasses if you're heading out today! There is just no relief from the heat! Weather conditions are clear.
The Windy City is on a roll! Our third straight day of beautiful clear, weather! Don't stay cooped up inside! Get outdoors and enjoy that sunshine! Weather conditions are clear.

These quotes can be heard in cloudy weather conditions.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Finally we're getting a little relief from the heat! Don't let those gray skies get you down, Get out of the house! Get in your car! And go somewhere! Cloudy weather conditions
The wind coming off the lake should chase those clouds away in no time! Cloudy weather conditions
Today's weather calls for cloudy skies with a chance of partial clearing by late afternoon! Cloudy weather conditions
Let's see what we can do about chasing those clouds away! The clouds are coming in from the east and they're gonna give us a little break from the heat! Cloudy weather conditions
The clouds are comin' in from the east and they're gonna give us a little relief from the heat! Cloudy Weather conditions

These quotes can be heard during rainy weather.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Oh, it's raining cats and dogs out there, folks! So drive defensively. Rainy weather conditions
It is coming down in buckets all over town! If you're driving, get ready for a wet and wild ride! Rainy weather conditions
The tide is rising in the windy city — I haven't seen a storm like this since the Bulls won their first title in '91! If you're heading out, don't forget your umbrella! Rainy weather conditions
The rain is showing no signs of letting up as it continues to pour buckets on thear city of big shoulders! Hey, don't forget your umbrella! Rainy weather conditions
I'm hearing reports of animals gathering two by two at Navy Pier. All lined up in front of some giant ark! Hmm, what's that all about? Rainy weather conditions

These quotes can be heard in races with snowy weather.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Nothing like a little snow to put a special shine on the old trek across town! Races with snowy weather
Well, the snow is falling throughout the Chicagoland area today, so things may get a little slippery out there! Races with snowy weather
There's a biting wind blowing in off the lake and the snow is starting to accumulate all over the north side! If you're heading into town, stick to the streets where's there's hope for a little traction! Races with snowy weather
The snowflakes are falling, and it's a regular winter wonderland out there, folks! So, bundle up if you're heading out! Races with snowy weather
Road surfaces all over the city are getting slicker as the snow continues to come down. Races with snowy weather

Time of Day Conditions[]

These quotes are heard in race openings at Morning.

Quote Heard When Audio File
If you're heading into town this morning, turn around! There have been strange goings-on in traffic today: the whole town is tied up! Races that take place in Morning
Well bad drivers have descended on downtown this morning, I tell ya there appears to be no end in sight! Run for your lives, people! Races that take place in Morning
Hey, if you think your commute was bad yesterday, you're in for something really special this morning! Races that take place in Morning
Good Morning, everybody! It is a beautiful day in the city of Chicago! Races that take place in Morning

These quotes are heard in race openings at Noon.

Quote Heard When Audio File
It's high noon in the windy city! Get ready to head downtown for a showdown! Races that take place during noon
Hey don't try to grab a bite while you're driving at lunchtime today folks, you're gonna need to keep both hands on the wheel! Races that take place during noon
All right the sky tells me that lunchtime traffic is about to take a turn for the worse! Races that take place during noon

These quotes can be heard in race openings at Sunset.

Quote Heard When Audio File
As the sun sets slowly on the city of big shoulders, commuters are scrambling for thier cars! Last one on the expressway is a rotten egg! Races that take place at sunset
Sunset in the city of big shoulders! Even as the sun goes down, things are starting to heat up on the roadways! Races that take place at sunset

These quotes can be heard in race openings at Night.

Quote Heard When Audio File
Nighttime is the right time! Let's get racing! Races that take place at night.
The sun has set and the city comes alive. You don't wanna kill anybody, so turn those headlights on! Races that take place at night.
Night in a city that never sleeps, and neither do the drivers. Races that take place at night.

Multiplayer[]

Gold Rush[]

These are all the quotes heard when playing Cops & Robbers Match matches in multiplayer.

These quotes are heard when the gold rush starts.

Quote Heard When

Audio File

Let the race for the gold begin! Gold Rush starts
Let the gold rush begin! Gold Rush starts
Who's it gonna be: The good guys or the bad guys? Gold Rush starts
Who's gonna take control: The cops or the robbers? Gold Rush starts
Who's got what it takes? The blue team or the red team? Gold Rush starts
Let the battle for the gold begin! Gold Rush starts
It's a free-for-all, every man for himself! Free-for-all mode
It's a free-for-all, you are on your own! Free-for-all mode
It's a free-for-all, good luck finding any friends out there! Free-for-all mode

These are in-game dialogue quotes that apply to teams.

Quote Audio File
Red team has the gold!
The red team has the gold!
The red team has claimed the gold!
The red team has snagged the gold!
The red team has picked up the gold!
The red team has dropped the gold!
The red team has reached its destination!
The red team has reached the hideout!
The red team has stashed the gold!
The red team has recovered the gold!
Blue team has the gold!
The blue team has the gold!
The blue team has claimed the gold!
The blue team has snagged the gold!
The blue team has picked up the gold!
The blue team has dropped the gold!
The blue team has reached its destination!
The blue team has reached the hideout!
The blue team has stashed the gold!
The blue team has recovered the gold!

These are in-game dialogue quotes that apply to the players' cops and robbers.

Quote Audio File
Robber has the loot!
Robbers have the loot!
Robber has dropped the loot!
Robbers have dropped the loot!
Robber has made it to the hideout!
Robbers have made it to the hideout!
Robber has stashed the loot!
Robbers have stashed the loot!
Cop has recovered the loot!
Cops have recovered the loot!
Cop has the loot!
Cops have the loot!
Robber has recovered the loot!
Robbers have recovered the loot!
Robber has the gold!
Robber has picked up the gold!
Robbers have the gold!
Robbers have snagged the gold!
Robbers have picked up the gold!
Robber has dropped the gold!
Robbers have dropped the gold!
Robber has made it to the hideout!
Robbers have made it to the hideout!
Robber has stashed the gold!
Robbers have stashed the gold!
Cop has recovered the gold!
Cops have recovered the gold!
Cop has the gold!
Cops have the gold!
Robber has recovered the gold!
Robbers have recovered the gold!
Cop has secured the gold!
Cops have secured the gold!
Cop has dropped the gold!
Cops have dropped the gold!

Trivia[]

  • All the in-game commentary was provided by Marty Lennartz, who worked as a Chicago radio personality at the time when the game was released. He also provides the voice for the police scanner of the police patrol.
  • Some in-game commentary will refer to Chicago city pop-culture of the time. For example, in the race Bear Cub Blitz, the announcer mentions Sammy, a Dominican American baseball player who played for the Chicago Cubs.
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