What other toys do you have?

[Dash]

This toy has been getting the most attention lately...just a blast to drive !!

[HummerMann]

I had a 1985 and 1989 Porsche 911 and loved everything about them except the air conditioning on the older 911s left a lot to be desired. You get an incredible feel for the road in a Porsche that is unique. The '89 was a turbo and spent a few days in the shop under warranty getting the turbo issue ironed out that they had with the 88 and 89 models. As far as a driver's car, they're right with the BMW M5 in my opinion, but the new M5s have gotten too big and don't compare to the older E39s. My favorite toy is my 2004 Vortech supercharged Z06 with the Bassani short tube headers and Borla exhaust. With 588 RWHP it is more car than I will ever need. It is much more comfortable than my old Viper and I can actually do a road trip in the Corvette and be comfortable in it. With the lack of sound proofing and insulation in the Z06 I do get some blower whine from it. It's also getting harder to find the thin glass they used on the C5 Z06 for windshield and sides. I have a spare windshield I keep at the shop just in case. I just got home last night from Corvettes at Carlisle and the C5 drove like a dream. With all that said, I will always have a soft spot for German engineering and the Porsches.

[HummerJim]

Originally Posted by HummerMann

As far as a driver's car, they're right with the BMW M5 in my opinion, but the new M5s have gotten too big and don't compare to the older E39s. With all that said, I will always have a soft spot for German engineering and the Porsches.

I love Porsches and Corvettes too! There's something I've also always loved about German engineering. My Hummer has become my daily driver but I also have kept my 2002 BMW M5 and agree that the new ones have gotten too big. It's the longest I've ever kept a car. These are my garage queens. They are solid investments - like a 401k! You can't take it with you and I find myself going out in the garage and just sitting in them. I love your Porsche, Mark. Every German car should come with a keg of beer, just like some Italian car dealers give you a case of wine with the sale!

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by HummerJim

I love Porsches and Corvettes too! There's something I've also always loved about German engineering. My Hummer has become my daily driver but I also have kept my 2002 BMW M5 and agree that the new ones have gotten too big. It's the longest I've ever kept a car. These are my garage queens. They are solid investments - like a 401k! You can't take it with you and I find myself going out in the garage and just sitting in them. I love your Porsche, Mark. Every German car should come with a keg of beer, just like some Italian car dealers give you a case of wine with the sale!

Jim,

I want to see those pics close up. Got any more pics? Those are some hot cars. This is my first P car and I've always wanted one but I can't afford $160K on a 911 which means my only choice for a convertible was a boxster.

The boxster is a great car, reliable, handles well, fun to drive, blah, blah, blah but at the end of the day, it looks like an overgrown Miata.

When the new 981 came out, I was sold. So far I love it... can't wait to hit the track with it.

Post some pics or send them to my email. orangecrush03@gmail.com

Thanks,

Mark

[s_c5519]

I just found these, from a few years back when I had the new 09, and was a "bit" more into the chrome lol..




and did I actually have a Chevy Volt in the garage! wft was I thinking?



I was just also thinking too. I've been through a lot of cars but the one that's most consistent is the Hummer. Weird, it's always the least one I drive. but the one I like the most. It's really kinda nice even just seeing it sitting in the garage...

[guruerror]

Originally Posted by s_c5519

Awwww...for just a moment, you made me miss my Red Line...

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by guruerror

Awwww...for just a moment, you made me miss my Red Line...

What? Red line Saturn Vue??

hehe


Mark

[guruerror]

Originally Posted by HummerMann

I had a 1985 and 1989 Porsche 911 and loved everything about them except the air conditioning on the older 911s left a lot to be desired. You get an incredible feel for the road in a Porsche that is unique. The '89 was a turbo and spent a few days in the shop under warranty getting the turbo issue ironed out that they had with the 88 and 89 models. As far as a driver's car, they're right with the BMW M5 in my opinion, but the new M5s have gotten too big and don't compare to the older E39s. My favorite toy is my 2004 Vortech supercharged Z06 with the Bassani short tube headers and Borla exhaust. With 588 RWHP it is more car than I will ever need. It is much more comfortable than my old Viper and I can actually do a road trip in the Corvette and be comfortable in it. With the lack of sound proofing and insulation in the Z06 I do get some blower whine from it. It's also getting harder to find the thin glass they used on the C5 Z06 for windshield and sides. I have a spare windshield I keep at the shop just in case. I just got home last night from Corvettes at Carlisle and the C5 drove like a dream. With all that said, I will always have a soft spot for German engineering and the Porsches.

I was wondering what the hell was going on out by Carlisle. I was coming back from Hershey and I kept seeing Corvette after Corvette on 81...it was very surreal. LOL!

[OrangeCrush]

Thought I'd update this thread....

Though I bought this to replace the H2, (I still have the H2), I have this now.



And my new trailer... (may have already posted pics at some time)















Mark

[Easy Ed]

It all looks good Mark

Would love to get the H2 off your hands but it is not in the cards at this time or the near future (New job but playing catch up from a few years of less income, at least the wife and I survived with everything we had)

Ed

[OrangeCrush]

Originally Posted by Easy Ed

It all looks good Mark

Would love to get the H2 off your hands but it is not in the cards at this time or the near future (New job but playing catch up from a few years of less income, at least the wife and I survived with everything we had)

Ed

Hey Ed, how ya been?

I've decided to hold on to the H2 for a while... I'll sell it later. When it's time, it's time.


Mark

[Easy Ed]

Doing pretty good Mark and am glad to hear you are hanging onto the H2. It has to be the best conversion out there and ya gotta be proud of it cause it is a one of a kind and was done right.

Take care Bud, Ed

Originally Posted by OrangeCrush

Hey Ed, how ya been?

I've decided to hold on to the H2 for a while... I'll sell it later. When it's time, it's time.


Mark

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Big Dog Pitbull 107ci / 250mm rear tire / 21" front tire



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(My alter-ego)

[HummerJim]

Awesome 1972 Corvette!

[STL Zombie Hunter]

Originally Posted by HummerJim

Awesome 1972 Corvette!

Thanks! We are both '72 models. It was a 40th birthday present.