Time to say goodbye
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Drifting
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From: Arlington texas
Time to say goodbye
Have been here for several years and been addicted to the site. I find myself constantly checking in throughout the day to see new posts.
I bought my 81 a few months back and while I enjoyed it I just didn't love it like I did my first c3. My wifes health just isn't what it used to be and I dont get enough time to really enjoy it so I sold it today.
Ill miss owning one and will probably get back into one when I retire. Until then I will just have to admire them from a distance. The hardest part will be not coming into the forum anymore.
For all those who have helped me over the years I'd like to say thank you.this forum was priceless. I hope that I was able to contribute and help others during my time here.
Hopefully one day I will be back.
Save the wave
I bought my 81 a few months back and while I enjoyed it I just didn't love it like I did my first c3. My wifes health just isn't what it used to be and I dont get enough time to really enjoy it so I sold it today.
Ill miss owning one and will probably get back into one when I retire. Until then I will just have to admire them from a distance. The hardest part will be not coming into the forum anymore.
For all those who have helped me over the years I'd like to say thank you.this forum was priceless. I hope that I was able to contribute and help others during my time here.
Hopefully one day I will be back.
Save the wave
Drifting
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Wow, I am very sorry to hear about your situation. Hope things work out for you. We will keep a light on for ya' and hope you will be back whenever feel it is right.
-brent
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Just because you don't currently have one doesn't mean you are no longer a Corvette guy. Keep looking up (and forward to getting back into one you really love down the road), and in the mean time don't be a stranger.
/Charlie
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Have been here for several years and been addicted to the site. I find myself constantly checking in throughout the day to see new posts.
I bought my 81 a few months back and while I enjoyed it I just didn't love it like I did my first c3. My wifes health just isn't what it used to be and I dont get enough time to really enjoy it so I sold it today.
Ill miss owning one and will probably get back into one when I retire. Until then I will just have to admire them from a distance. The hardest part will be not coming into the forum anymore.
For all those who have helped me over the years I'd like to say thank you.this forum was priceless. I hope that I was able to contribute and help others during my time here.
Hopefully one day I will be back.
Save the wave
I bought my 81 a few months back and while I enjoyed it I just didn't love it like I did my first c3. My wifes health just isn't what it used to be and I dont get enough time to really enjoy it so I sold it today.
Ill miss owning one and will probably get back into one when I retire. Until then I will just have to admire them from a distance. The hardest part will be not coming into the forum anymore.
For all those who have helped me over the years I'd like to say thank you.this forum was priceless. I hope that I was able to contribute and help others during my time here.
Hopefully one day I will be back.
Save the wave
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: long beach California
i can understand you not wanting to be checking the forum b/c it only fuels your want for another vette.? Still you should check in as often as you can. i gladly take all the help i can get and if you can help me or others i would hate to see ya go. good luck and best wishes for your wife
TheCorvetteBen
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From: Van Alstyne, TX
If you ever want to hang around some C3s or C3 guys you can always post up on the North Texas C3 group post. We are always doing something corvette related.
Terrorizing Orange Cones
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Echoing what the others are sayin', Milo. Hope to continue to read your posts and best of luck to you, always.
Hate to lose CF brothers so keep checking in to say hi, once in a while.
Hate to lose CF brothers so keep checking in to say hi, once in a while.
Le Mans Master
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As mentioned, there's no rule that says you need to own a Vette, to be on this forum. Truth is, I don't presently own a C3 either, but a good wrench, and help several of my friends out. My present Vette's a C6 ZO6, and much to do on that one, except oil, changing over to track tires, and maybe brakes. Stick around.
Melting Slicks
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From: Lynn MA
I wish nothing but the best for you and your wife! Cars are great and a huge part of our lives for a lot of us, but I am sure all of us would also trade up to concentrate on what really matters when god forbid the situation presents itself.
There are plenty of cars out there, so I am sure when your wife is feeling better and you have more time, you guys will hunt down another Corvette to buy and enjoy.
God bless you and your family
There are plenty of cars out there, so I am sure when your wife is feeling better and you have more time, you guys will hunt down another Corvette to buy and enjoy.
God bless you and your family
Drifting
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I can understand. I have a very addictive personality too, and been there many times. I quit facebook because I was addicted to it. You can just make it a point to check it twice a week or so, but that is easier said than done (because of our addictive ways).
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Drifting
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From: Arlington texas
Thanks guys. I will stop by now and again but I have to break the habit of multiple times every day. I don't want to regret the decision.
Clubby a lot of what you said is true. I liked the car but want on love with it because it wasn't exactly what I had in mind. If I had more time to drive it I would have kept it. My job has me traveling everyday to many parts of the world and there just isn't enough time left to recuperate and have the hobby.
I'll get an rv so me and my wide can spend more time together when I am home and maybe years down the road i will find me a 69 to enjoy when I have the time to give it.
I even sold off all my major tools, equipment, compressor and all. I was afraid that I would change my mind when I sold it but I am happy with my decision.
I'll remember the good times when I see you guys driving down the road. I will be back in and out of here.
Seventysixvette. I enjoyed the messages and all the help you have me. Hope everything has worked out on your car. Ill keep in touch.
Clubby a lot of what you said is true. I liked the car but want on love with it because it wasn't exactly what I had in mind. If I had more time to drive it I would have kept it. My job has me traveling everyday to many parts of the world and there just isn't enough time left to recuperate and have the hobby.
I'll get an rv so me and my wide can spend more time together when I am home and maybe years down the road i will find me a 69 to enjoy when I have the time to give it.
I even sold off all my major tools, equipment, compressor and all. I was afraid that I would change my mind when I sold it but I am happy with my decision.
I'll remember the good times when I see you guys driving down the road. I will be back in and out of here.
Seventysixvette. I enjoyed the messages and all the help you have me. Hope everything has worked out on your car. Ill keep in touch.