What a Car!
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Le Mans Master
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From: Huntington tx
They didn't call these cars "supercars" for nothing, but I think "Dream Car" is more fitting. At least it's a dream car for me, EVERYDAY of the week!
I know there are guys/gals who can have whatever car they want and some that have collected a stable of them.
But for a regualr retired joe like myself....I've been very happy to have the one I got!
I know there are guys/gals who can have whatever car they want and some that have collected a stable of them.
But for a regualr retired joe like myself....I've been very happy to have the one I got!
Tech Contributor
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From: Wylie TX --> Less is More, except under the hood !
Late Model Domestics
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From: Virginia Beach VA
Drifting
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From: Somerset Kentucky
Just how fast is fast enough? Some of us don't have thousands to convert our Vettes to jet power with $$$ mods. Kindly permit those of us with limited wallets to be satisfied with our 350 HP stock "underpowered" Corvettes. Speaking for myself, I'm happy that I've even got my Vette, let alone wanting it to do 200MPH.
Safety Car
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From: Frederick, Maryland
Just how fast is fast enough? Some of us don't have thousands to convert our Vettes to jet power with $$$ mods. Kindly permit those of us with limited wallets to be satisfied with our 350 HP stock "underpowered" Corvettes. Speaking for myself, I'm happy that I've even got my Vette, let alone wanting it to do 200MPH.
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From: Virginia Beach VA
Le Mans Master
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From: Morristown New Jersey
Oldtimer
[QUOTE=mariofromnewyork;1578730596]Sorry for hijacking this thread guys.
Dutch Shepherds are a separate breed and are well known for their 'intensity' which is why they are used for Police work in Europe so much. They are gorgeous with their multicolored coats and sleek bodies.
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Safety Car
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From: Frederick, Maryland
Safety Car
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From: Visalia CA
Yes indeed, what a car!
I was at a car show on Saturday and my '97 Arctic White coupe got just as much (or more) attention and positive comments as the 2012 Arctic White Grand Sport I was parked next too.
I was at a car show on Saturday and my '97 Arctic White coupe got just as much (or more) attention and positive comments as the 2012 Arctic White Grand Sport I was parked next too.
Team Owner
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From: San Diego
Can't say I disagree. My first was a 2001 Targa with the A4. Second one was a 2000 Targa 6spd with a blower. 3rd one that I just picked up, is an FRC, stroked and blown.
Next time I'll find myself in a C6z.
Next time I'll find myself in a C6z.
Racer
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From: Levelland, TX USA
Such a dilemma....to do or not to do. I would love to have more power, lots of it. Then i start thinking, if i had 400-500 hp, would they reopen Alcatraz just for me....and give me a roommate named Bubba.
I don't have access to a real race track. Once in a great while i go out on a desolate road (yes we have those in Texas) and let it hang out. Last time i got up to 159, and i started having difficulty swallowing. I had these two lumps in my throat. Turns out it was my b@llz. HA!, when i was twenty that didn't happen. I think as we get older the more we fear death.
We ALL love cool/fast cars. Here's some that i've owned and/or restored.
http://home.windstream.net/dncgrimes/cars/cars.htm
Only have the C5 now....sad.
I don't have access to a real race track. Once in a great while i go out on a desolate road (yes we have those in Texas) and let it hang out. Last time i got up to 159, and i started having difficulty swallowing. I had these two lumps in my throat. Turns out it was my b@llz. HA!, when i was twenty that didn't happen. I think as we get older the more we fear death.
We ALL love cool/fast cars. Here's some that i've owned and/or restored.
http://home.windstream.net/dncgrimes/cars/cars.htm
Only have the C5 now....sad.
Last edited by Darrell G; Sep 20, 2011 at 01:38 PM.
Race Director
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But to Rick, yes I agree and I am still at the factory power LOL. I can only imagine how better I will like the car once I take the mod game seriously.
-Alex
Drifting
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From: Somerset Kentucky
[QUOTE=TriplBlk;1578738115]My stable is pretty full now. My Vette, wife's SUV, my F-150, our motorhome and the 73 Tbird I'm restoring doesn't leave much room. Also I'm thinking of going to a Z06 next spring to actually get a little more zip and zoom. If the wallet can take the heat that is.
The Tbird belonged to my Dad and I had it in a barn on my farm for almost 30 yrs and DW talked me into restoring it for the experience. I'm almost done but I'll never do another restoration believe me!!
My Vette, wife's SUV, my F-150, our motorhome and the 73 Tbird I'm restoring doesn't leave much room. Also I'm thinking of going to a Z06 next spring to actually get a little more zip and zoom. If the wallet can take the heat that is. The Tbird belonged to my Dad and I had it in a barn on my farm for almost 30 yrs and DW talked me into restoring it for the experience. I'm almost done but I'll never do another restoration believe me!!
Last edited by jdot; Sep 24, 2011 at 01:02 AM.
Burning Brakes
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From: Springfield IL.
Oldtimer
They didn't call these cars "supercars" for nothing, but I think "Dream Car" is more fitting. At least it's a dream car for me, EVERYDAY of the week!
I know there are guys/gals who can have whatever car they want and some that have collected a stable of them.
But for a regualr retired joe like myself....I've been very happy to have the one I got!
I know there are guys/gals who can have whatever car they want and some that have collected a stable of them.
But for a regualr retired joe like myself....I've been very happy to have the one I got!