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Charlie Offline
#1 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 4:15 AM EST
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OK gang, time for some thoughts and mindsearching! If a genie told you that you could have one car of your choice, make model, etc....What would it be? This is paid for and it is yours, color of your choice, maybe a car that belonged to someone of fame or shame...example-Elvis Presley's 1957 Pink Cadilac Eldorado Convertible or the car Bonnie and Clyde were ambushed in or maybe the very first Chevy Corvette off the assembly line.....

You think it over and enter your choices! And would you smoke cigars in this dream car? I would!

Charlie
xrundog Offline
#2 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 5:27 AM EST
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Red 67 corvette convertable with the 427. I am not too sure about cigars in a ragtop so for smoking I would like a 59 Cadillac Coupe de Ville. Red on red. Failing that, a 57 Plymouth Sport Fury with the dual quad V8. Also red.
Danno114 Offline
#3 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 5:33 AM EST
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'70 Hemi Cuda convertible
Danno114 Offline
#4 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 5:34 AM EST
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Oops, no cigars in the Cuda. Too nervous! I'd stand outside the car and drool over it while I smoke.
SteveS Offline
#5 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 5:37 AM EST
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Lexus, RS2003
Exterior color: woodland pearl, interior, ivory leather w/california walnut

http://www.lexus.com/showroom/model/gallery/rx_interior_photos.html

No doubt in my mind ... no hesitation ...
jreddoch Offline
#6 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 5:55 AM EST
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Toyota Solara. Reliable and sporty without showing off.
ceo Offline
#7 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 6:10 AM EST
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1965-66 Shelby Cobra 427 Roadster.
jd1 Offline
#8 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 6:57 AM EST
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amen CEO...
jd1 Offline
#9 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 6:58 AM EST
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...but since CEO got the last one; i'd opt for one of the newer Hummers fully loaded. ...and you did say that all the fuel for a lifetime is paid for, right???
Charlie Offline
#10 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 8:48 AM EST
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Hell, why not fuel, auto insurance and upkeep provided by the genie!!! My choices of car would be something with lots of fins and chrome, like a cherry 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible-Red and white or a 1955 Cad Conv Broghmn with big fins in all white, white leather seats and all! Also like the 56 Buick Century Convertible in Blue and White!

Charlie
DrMaddVibe Offline
#11 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 9:27 AM EST
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I'm with Danno on this one. I have a couple of exceptions...Color - Plum Crazy with the racing stripe package, Interior - White Leather. Hemi anyday.

No smoking within 50' of the car. With an intake like this I don't need the risk of some fool and a smoke!
DrMaddVibe Offline
#12 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 10:21 AM EST
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Here's a picture...

http://www.totallyautoinc.com/shows.html

Scroll down the page, ya can't miss it!
cwilhelmi Offline
#13 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 11:12 AM EST
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1940 Ford Convertible, Dark Marroon or Siler exterior

1955 Chevy Bel Air Black on White

2003 Ferrari 550 Maranello
Mr.Mean Offline
#14 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 3:23 PM EST
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1969 chevy C30 camper special.
E-Chick Offline
#15 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 3:24 PM EST
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A Brinks truck...fully loaded!
xrundog Offline
#16 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 7:05 PM EST
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Charlie, I am definately on your wavelength concerning this. You have fine taste in automobiles man!
rookie139 Offline
#17 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 8:18 PM EST
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Lamborghini Diablo, or the Ferrari F-50
Unfortunstely, the Ferrari isn't legal in the US because of emissions, so that'll never happen!
rookie139 Offline
#18 Posted: Wed, Oct 9 2002, 8:19 PM EST
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That Maranello is one bad-ass car!!
Good choice C
cruiser Offline
#19 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 1:46 AM EST
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Shelby cobra 63 or maserati 65 convertible.
cwilhelmi Offline
#20 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 5:51 AM EST
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Thanks rook, I absolutely love that car, the perfect balance between a daily driver, and a balls to the wall sports car!

For some reason I don't like the diablo though, I have nothing against Lamborghini, I just prefer more smooth lines rather than sharp angles.

I love Italian engines, so much attention to horsepower while conserving size and weight, just how I like my women as well....
Danny Offline
#21 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 7:35 AM EST
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Shelby Cobra...0 to 100 and back to 0 in 13 seconds. Whew!!!!
SteveR@CigarBid Offline
#22 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 10:41 AM EST
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Bentley Continental GT...
Silver...

Oh My...
leon123 Offline
#23 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 5:08 PM EST
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1979 Ford Pinto Forest Greet

Need I say any more.........Leon
tailgater Offline
#24 Posted: Thu, Oct 10 2002, 5:25 PM EST
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'79? did they still make Pintos that late?
I think you're lying just to impress us with your fancy automobiles...
SteveS Offline
#25 Posted: Fri, Oct 11 2002, 5:44 AM EST
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damn, if I'd only known ... I could'a had the white one painted forest green and let you have it for the cost of the paint job ... you're just a tad too late, though ... it's been gone since '89 after my 3rd kid had used it and got an upgrade ...
bud451 Offline
#26 Posted: Fri, Oct 11 2002, 6:21 AM EST
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Ferrari F50

Either that or 4 houses.
Charlie Offline
#27 Posted: Fri, Oct 11 2002, 7:59 AM EST
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Houses must be cheap there, in Southern California, one house!

Charlie
donutboy2000 Offline
#28 Posted: Fri, Oct 11 2002, 4:35 PM EST
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Ferrari F50 was sold in the US and is street legal here. I'll take one or the new Enzo.
tarheel4lyf Offline
#29 Posted: Sat, Oct 12 2002, 5:23 AM EST
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1934 Ford Coupe with a 426 Hemi
xibbumbero Offline
#30 Posted: Mon, Oct 14 2002, 5:07 PM EST
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a Tucker. X
rayder1 Offline
#31 Posted: Mon, Oct 14 2002, 8:24 PM EST
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Saleen Mustang. At least it is something I can possibly afford after the kids get out of college. (Unfortunately, I have to get them through elementary school first).

By then we will be drooling over the new hydrogen fuel hybrid or something.

Reality says I will wish for a nice Suburban or Expedition with a DVD video player in the back and a lot of cup holders.
huttman78 Offline
#32 Posted: Tue, Oct 15 2002, 8:44 AM EST
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2003 Mazda RX-8!!!!!!!!
SteveS Offline
#33 Posted: Tue, Oct 15 2002, 9:19 AM EST
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lol @ rayder1 ... he's got the same practical mindset I've got, giving a rather realistic possibility instead of a strict fantasy ...

Actually, the query was worded "If you could have any ONE car!!!!!!!" (emphasis mine) ... I might well have responded with something more exotic had I not been practical enough to realize that a Z3, a 'vette,
a Ferrari, Mazzeratti or a restored beauty from the past such as a HemiCuda is quite restrictive if it is the ONLY vehicle one owns ... actually, I worked for a Chrysler dealership from 69-71 and HAD a Cuda demo assigned to me ... I had 3 small kids at the time who used to stand on the floor in the back seat so they could see out and sing the song from Speed Racer as they urged me to drive "faster!!!" ... lol ... so, I know from experience how impractical a "dream car" can be if it's your only vehicle.

Had the question been worded to ask what dream vehicle you might add to an existing fleet, I, like Rayder, would've been a little less practical ... but Rayder, I'm with you pal ... I've test-driven the Lexus and know what a sweet ride it is ... so, in my case, the answer to the question is a vehicle I am quite likely to actually own, not just dream about.
SteveR@CigarBid Offline
#34 Posted: Tue, Oct 15 2002, 9:48 AM EST
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My neighbor had a black Lamborghini Countache 25th Anniversary which was pretty nice. It felt like you were floating just above the ground when you drove in it. Then he got a red Viper. I think that would be my "all-time" dream car, but I know I would never pass the application process with my driving record. Oh well.

Live to dream...
HUMPHREY4 Offline
#35 Posted: Wed, Oct 16 2002, 4:42 AM EST
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I'd have to go with Xrundog all the the way. Man, I did'nt think anyone in the universe even remembered any of those rides, especially that 67'...What a Bomb!
OFinnish Offline
#36 Posted: Sat, Oct 26 2002, 8:39 PM EST
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A big bad AMC Pacer. A nice lime green one with lots of rust spots and bondo accents.
RICKAMAVEN Offline
#37 Posted: Sat, Oct 26 2002, 10:26 PM EST
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cwilhelmi
the 40 ford conv was my third car after a model a and a 37 chev. i bought it for $350.00 in 1951.
RICKAMAVEN Offline
#38 Posted: Sat, Oct 26 2002, 10:29 PM EST
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my dream car now would be a 1955 mgtf 1500cc, but i wouldn't mind driving a 300sl gull wing again.
cwilhelmi Offline
#39 Posted: Sun, Oct 27 2002, 5:06 AM EST
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rick - I wish I could get one for 350.00!! If you have one now in mint condition you can get 30-50k easy!! Beautiful cars!!
Rock & Roll Offline
#40 Posted: Sun, Oct 27 2002, 11:47 PM EST
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'97 Jeep Wranler TJ (4.0L) , 4" lift, 33" Fat tires, all chrome options, premium aftermarket sound system, all red interior excessories, a lot of mud, and did i mention all optional chrome?
oh wait that is what I have!
But still my dream vehicle.
THL Offline
#41 Posted: Mon, Oct 28 2002, 5:45 AM EST
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1970 Boss 302, Calypso Coral, shaker hood, drag package.
joemar4 Offline
#42 Posted: Wed, Oct 30 2002, 3:04 PM EST
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1970 Dodge Challenger R/T with a 426 in Hemi Orange!!
Spiny Norman Offline
#43 Posted: Wed, Oct 30 2002, 3:08 PM EST
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72' Olds 442 Cutlass rag top.

(What I learned to drive in.)
Should of seen the trooper's face when I showed up for the on-road test!
5augie5 Offline
#44 Posted: Wed, Oct 30 2002, 4:05 PM EST
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Trip down memory lane with the 442, spiney. Mine was orange with white racing stripes and alloy wheels with the same orange color, white interior. Man I loved that car! Almost bought the same one about 10 yrs ago. Maybe some day!
jgjam Offline
#45 Posted: Sun, Nov 3 2002, 6:06 PM EST
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Would love to have my 69 Boss 302 Mustang back... why I sold it I will never know... am I a idiot or what??
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