Very Unique Experience
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From: "It's 106 miles to Chicago, we've got a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's dark, and
St. Jude Donor '03-'04-'05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17-‘18-'19
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Awesome! 
And none of it would have occurred if not for America's favorite sportscar! Nice goin' Jim! 
And none of it would have occurred if not for America's favorite sportscar! Nice goin' Jim!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Charlotte North Carolina
Originally Posted by 4RE Killer
I forgot to mention, after your joy ride with the gentleman, let him read this thread! He may really enjoy our support!
ya...he might really enjoy reading how some people on here think he could drop dead at any moment. Of course, I suppose that every 92 year old needs to be a realist...For example, I bet they don't buy green bananas.
Drifting
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From: Indiana
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One Of the I've read on here in quite some time.Make sure you get a Pic of Him by the car too. Maybe make a 5x7 and give it to him to keep in his room
Don't scare him too bad though
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From: Machine Silver Z06 The Golden State......... Bay Area
St. Jude Donor '05
That is an AWESOME story!!!
Love the "Greatest Generation"! They're so social, respectful and down to earth.
If you do wind up taking him for a ride some day I am sure you will enjoy it as much as he will.
Love the "Greatest Generation"! They're so social, respectful and down to earth.
If you do wind up taking him for a ride some day I am sure you will enjoy it as much as he will.
Last edited by Target Chaser; May 6, 2005 at 05:15 PM.
Pro
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: Los Angeles CA
Am I a pansey if I got a little misty reading that? 
Awesome story. Cant wait to read how he enjoys the ride....keep us posted!
And pass along my personal appreciation for all he has done for this wonderful country of ours.
Hope you can post some pix!~~~JadeDragon
Awesome story. Cant wait to read how he enjoys the ride....keep us posted!
And pass along my personal appreciation for all he has done for this wonderful country of ours.
Hope you can post some pix!~~~JadeDragon
Safety Car
Joined: Apr 2004
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From: Louisville KY
An unbelievable awesome story. You will be with a member of the "Last Great Generation". They have given us so much!!!!!!!! Please enjoy your time with him, you will never forget those moments. This is the BEST post/thread that I have ever read on the forum. Congrates on your ability to give of yourself to another human being!! 
post/thread that I have ever read on the forum. Congrates on your ability to give of yourself to another human being!!
Safety Car
Joined: Oct 2003
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From: Baltimore Md.
brought tears to my eyes and that's a good idea about taking pictures so he'll have something else to show. Just think how long he's been carrying that pic; it must have meant something special to him. Your're doing a good deed.
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From: Wylie TX
Originally Posted by 4RE Killer
That is awesome! Wish I could come across someone like that in the near future. Not to give them a heart attack er anything like that, but just to let them re-live their fun times once again.
My sentiments exactly......
Safety Car
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From: Pittsford NY
Originally Posted by Sully C5
Great story! Please post again after he goes for the ride...I bet he will be thrilled!
the ride. Give us a report.