My C-6 now has an older brother.


This 90 ZR-1 belonged to my Dad and my best friend. He was unfortunately killed last month on his motorcycle by a 19 year old driver that wasn't paying attention, so now I am the caretaker of the only corvette he ever owned after dreaming about having one for MANY years. Dad and I did everything together and I miss him more than i can say. I will always take exceptional care of his vette for him.

 

That's a fitting tribute, to him and to his fine choice of Corvettes. Drive it with joy.

 

Very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad in such a tragic and senseless manner. I am sure his Vette will always keep the memories of the times you shared with him close to you. I lost my Dad several years ago and it is something you never get over but you learn to move on and cherish the times you spent together.

 

I'm sorry for you loss. God be with you...

 

Sad story on how the ZR1 came to be yours but I believe your Dad wouldnt have had it any other way by you having it.

 

and very sorry for you loss!!..

 

Very sorry to hear of your loss. Clearly you know how fortunate you were to have such a father and friend. I'll bet he was very proud of you.

 

So sorry for your loss.

 

I'm saddened about the loss of your father. Peace be with you.

 

Sorry for your loss. He will never really be gone.

 

Sorry for your loss.

George Ware

 

Sorry for your loss. I'm sure your dad is looking down with pride knowing his vette is well taken care of..God Bless..

 

Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

Brings to mind the song: Riding with Private Malone.

I was just out of the service thumbing through the classifieds
When an ad that said:"Old Chevy" somehow caught my eye
The lady didn't know the year,or even if it ran
But I had that thousand dollars in my hand

It was way back in the corner of this old ramshackle barn
Thirty years of dust and dirt on that green army tarp
When I pulled the cover off,it took away my breath
What she called a Chevy was a sixty six Corvette

I felt a little guilty as I counted out the bills
But what a thrill I got when I sat behind the wheel
I opened up the glove box and that's when I found the note
The date was nineteen-sixty six and this is what it wrote:

He said,"My name is Private Andrew Malone"
"If you're reading this,then I didn't make it home"
"But for every dream that shattered,another one comes true"
"This car was once a dream of mine,now it belongs to you"
"And though you may take her and make her your own"
"You'll always be riding with Private Malone"

Well it didn't take me long at all,I had her running good
I love to hear those horses thunder underneath her hood
I had her shining lika a diamond and I'd put the rag top down
All the pretty girls would stop and stare as I drove her through town

The buttons on the radio didn't seem to work quite right
But it picked up that oldie show,especially late at night
I'd get the feeling sometimes,if I turned real quick I'd see
A soldier riding shotgun in the seat right next to me

It was a young man named Private Andrew Malone
Who fought for his country and never made it home
But for every dream that's shattered,another one comes true
This car was once a dream of his,back when it was new
He told me to take her and make her my own
And I was proud to be riding with Private Malone

One night it was raining hard,I took the curve too fast
I still dont remember much about that fiery crash
Someone said they thought they saw a soldier pull me out
They didn't get his name, but I know without a doubt

It was a young man named Private Andrew Malone
Who fought for his country and never made it home
But for every dream that's shattered,another one comes true
This car was once a dream of his,back when it was new
I know I wouldn't be here if he hadn't tagged along
That night I was riding with Private Malone
Oh,thank God,I was riding with Private Malone


You will always be riding with your Dad.....

 

Funny you mention this song, I bought him this CD when it came out and told him to listen to it in his vette. He loved it!!

Thanks to all for their kind words.

 

I am so sorry for your loss. The pain will last a long time but it will get better as time goes by. I've lost my mom and my dad and there is nothing harder to face. God bless. Your dad will be there beside you in the passenger seat as you drive his beloved Vette. My sincere condolences.

 

Sorry for your loss and I know how you feel. I lost my father 11 months ago to cancer. I also have his dream car. A '93 triple white vert. I will cherish his car as he did..

 

My condolences for your loss.

I lost my Dad almost eight years ago, and cherish my memories of the special person he was.

The ache does lessen over time, but the wonderful memories you'll keep forever.

That special Vette will be a wonderful reminder of a wonderful father. Count your manifold blessings, and look forward.

 

Sorry for your loss, Your father will always remain with you, just close your eyes and he's there, Especially when you're taking care of his pride and joy, he wouldn't have it any other way Salt

 

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss of your Dad.

As others have stated, he will always be in your heart.

Sanford in Saraland, Al.

 

So sorry for your loss. Your so lucky to have his Corvette as a reminder about how much you loved him.