Hoping to rise from the ashes...
05-14-2008, 09:53 PM
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Hoping to rise from the ashes... Literally. I'm in the desert, in the military and should be back to Florida in a week. Been away for a few months. My buddy had been caring (very well) for my toys, cleaned up my baby (a very low mileage vortech'd 94Z) and had it ready for my return. Then I got a call on Monday and got some pretty bad news. Florida wildfires had consumed both of my cars (the other was a built Talon) and my motorcycle (and my buddies shed) and sadly about 100 homes, etc in the area. I'm crushed, saw video that showed even the rims had melted. I doubt anything can be saved so I MAY be needing to move onto something else. I figured I'd join up and start looking at options. So there we have it... Now I'll get to reading.
05-15-2008, 06:32 AM
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Always remember that there are no problems in life...just opportunities.
Sorry to hear about the fire. Why not move on to a LS1 F-body or LS1/LS6 Vette. Prices on C5 Vettes are coming down so much and they have SO much potential as I'm sure you know. Plus with a 6-speed, exhaust, intake, and tune you can get 30-35mpg easily.
Sorry to hear about the fire. Why not move on to a LS1 F-body or LS1/LS6 Vette. Prices on C5 Vettes are coming down so much and they have SO much potential as I'm sure you know. Plus with a 6-speed, exhaust, intake, and tune you can get 30-35mpg easily.
05-15-2008, 12:00 PM
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Thanks for the greetings!!! I think a Z06 would be sweet but I may lean towards the more affordable F-body... It's been my thing the past 10 years or so, might as well stick with what I know. The LS platform although slower *wink* will be new and fun. Like you said, opportunity. I lost a good deal of money but we had good times, the important thing is my buddy, his family and his house are safe. Take care.
05-15-2008, 04:57 PM
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Welcome, I am just a bit south of where your cars were located. Sorry to read about your loss, but I think everything happens for a reason. If you keep your eye open you can find a good deal on a F-Body, it might take a bit though some people are a bit loony with their prices. I know of a couple reasonable priced LS1 cars in Florida (none of which are mine) if you're interested shoot me a PM.