A 'Vanquished' Thumbs up
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From: Lake Oswego, Near Portland Oregon
A 'Vanquished' Thumbs up
Hubby and I were heading into Portland yesterday on the 3 lane I-5, just crusing along in the center lane. I'm driving.....The left lane seemed to be going about 20 over the limit, and this being a location known for enforcement, I choose to stay in the middle and watch the fly-bys on the left. [ I've seen a LOT of tickets being given along this stretch of the road] By the by I see a new Aston Martin Vanquish in my rear view mirror, approaching in the fast lane. I'm pretty easy with the waves to other Vettes, but not usually other cars. However, I figure that this cool car, silver like my C5, deserves a wave, so as it appraches side by side, I give the guy a wave. He immediatly drops speed to match mine, holds position next to us, leans over from the driver seat and flips me really HUGE thumbs-up, and then a wave. Really cool that a non-Vette would be so enthusiastic in return ot the wave. After that he resumed his prior speed and motored on past.
Cool, Eh?
Cool, Eh?
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Nice story. Obviously the other driver was a true car enthusiast. 
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Originally Posted by JDs00PewterCoupe
Nice story. Obviously the other driver was a true car enthusiast.
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Originally Posted by Dark-Knight
Car lovers are car lovers no matter what they drive. Good thread!
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Originally Posted by Dark-Knight
Car lovers are car lovers no matter what they drive. Good thread!
Totally agree, sometimes you get a different response, it is a great feeling when people are showing some appreciation to other nice rides!
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Originally Posted by bozo4onion
Way cool guy.
I get ignored by all Porches, most C6s and most all C5 Z06s. If I see a C6 Z I'm sure they will ignore me too. 
I get ignored by all Porches, most C6s and most all C5 Z06s. If I see a C6 Z I'm sure they will ignore me too. for ya. Nice story
Glad to hear there are still those that appreciate a nice car regardless of make.
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I always give a wave or a thumbs up to another cool car. Mostly they are like me...they love their automobile. Most of the time I get a wave in return. Can't say I've been snubbed by any particular group. Of course, being a chick in a red Vette might help.
