| Author | Message | ||
| A.Tonokaboni (Senna1994)
Junior Member Username: Senna1994 Post Number: 186 Registered: 9-2002 |
I'm with Kevin on the music, I think 70's rock was it. | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 359 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks Bill - I remember your car just being fantastic inside and out. :-) Especially the leather - It just looked great! | ||
| Bill Rose (Superbimmer)
Junior Member Username: Superbimmer Post Number: 67 Registered: 1-2003 |
Jerry ... my car's restoration has been an ongoing project. I've used various specialists for the work ... the engine rebuild was the last accomplishment. Carpets are next, since the ones I've got aren't 100%. They were re-done by the previuos owner ... but not very well. I'll have to decide who to use, also ... Prestige Auto Upholstery has been very highly recommended. It was great to meet you Saturday ... hopefully, I'll be able to do breakfast ,next time! | ||
| Kevin Deal (Tube_guy)
Junior Member Username: Tube_guy Post Number: 79 Registered: 5-2003 |
I must admit to being a bit of a 60's and 70's holdover. I can still listen to Hole and Eminem...but not around the house. But pop on some early Bowie or maybe Tull/Aqualung and my alpha waves start running.... | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 351 Registered: 9-2003 |
I like your choice of music Tube Guy. :-) | ||
| Kevin Deal (Tube_guy)
Junior Member Username: Tube_guy Post Number: 78 Registered: 5-2003 |
Fireman's Fund insures mine. I have all my cars with them. It was super cheap. I can get you in touch with my agent if you are in So Cal. But I think they want all the cars...not just the F-car. I think I pay under $6500 a year for four cars. Three high perormance and one minivan. Lest I forget I really enjoyed hanging with everyone. That red 575 at ferrari Orange County was really something... | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 288 Registered: 9-2003 |
400 per month? lol | ||
| KEVIN GEIWITZ (Lotusboy)
New member Username: Lotusboy Post Number: 6 Registered: 10-2003 |
Try Progresive,My Lotus is only 400.00 per mth to insure. | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 283 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks Bill - Nice to meet you today! Love the car - Did you have it restored? If so, where? I am looking for a place to re-do my carpets. If Mercury can't insure me, AAA is my next call! Thanks! | ||
| Bill Rose (Superbimmer)
Junior Member Username: Superbimmer Post Number: 66 Registered: 1-2003 |
Jerry ... I am a AAA Premier member, and they have tried, several times, to sell me insurance for my '69 F-car. Regular insurance...not the "collector" car insurance I currently have with Grundy. They say that there is no problem with the annual mileage, or stated value...no restrictions. Their price was a little higher than Grundy (as you would expect) Perhaps you should give them a call... | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 281 Registered: 9-2003 |
My insurance is killing me - The broker won't even give me a quote (mercury Insurance is the carrier) without me going down there today and having them take pictures of the car. They then are sending all the information to Mercury & they will let me know next week if they will insure me. I tried to get Hagerty & Leland, but they don't want to insure a Ferrari that is driven to work, that is why I had to try my usual insurance carrier - Mercury. | ||
| Bill Rose (Superbimmer)
Junior Member Username: Superbimmer Post Number: 65 Registered: 1-2003 |
Hello ... I MAY be able to make the rendezvous in the morning, but would have to leave CC around 8am, to go to work. I'd sure miss most of the "gathering"...but would enjoy caravaning with ya'all. Probably won't know until later this evening ... perhaps I'll see everyone in the morning. | ||
| Dom Vitarella (Dom)
Member Username: Dom Post Number: 510 Registered: 11-2002 |
I will meet you guys at crystal cove. Not sure what time I can get there, but I do have to leave by 8:30. Dom | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 783 Registered: 6-2002 |
Kevin - Crystal Cove is on the Pacific Coast Highway, across the highway from the ocean. You will see the water from the parking area. It is exactly halfway between Laguna Beach and Corona Del Mar (Newport Beach). Best way from inland is to take the 73 (new toll Road) to Newport Coast Road. Take Newport Coast Road to the ocean (PCH) and make a left towards Laguna Beach. The shopping area (Starbucks) is on your left about 1+1/2 miles towards Laguna after making the left turn onto PCH. Make a left at the traffic light. You will see a sign designating Crystal Cove shopping area. See you there. Jim S. "512 Boxr" | ||
| Kevin Deal (Tube_guy)
Junior Member Username: Tube_guy Post Number: 75 Registered: 5-2003 |
Directions to Crystal Cove? Just in case I am late for Irvine...coming down the 57 to the 5... | ||
| Armen Gugasian (Ag512bbi)
Junior Member Username: Ag512bbi Post Number: 90 Registered: 6-2002 |
Unfortunately no 288GTO tomorrow. (still in the shop). Hope to meet all of you. | ||
| Ron Couch (Ronc)
New member Username: Ronc Post Number: 1 Registered: 10-2003 |
Do you have room for a beginner in your run ?...sounds like a blast !! My son & I have been reading your posts with extreme interest. We have only owned the car for a couple of months, still getting familiar with the F-Car, need plenty of advice ! Ron (dad) & David (son) | ||
| Brian W (Jetx)
Junior Member Username: Jetx Post Number: 191 Registered: 6-2003 |
The last few weekends (last 4-5), you could still show up as late as 7:30 and park in the prime area. Getting there at 6:30 isn't like it was in the summer where it'd already be packed. | ||
| Sunny Garofalo (Jaguarxj6)
Intermediate Member Username: Jaguarxj6 Post Number: 1071 Registered: 2-2003 |
You can call your insurance company and have something faxed over as proof of adding the car to your policy temporarily.. usually takes 24hours or an effective at midnight date after you call it in. We want the F-car! We want the F-car! Give me the number, I'll call them for you LOL! See everyone soon  | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 782 Registered: 6-2002 |
It is very difficult to get a place to park in the "prime" area at 7:00 am. That said, I think I will try to save a bunch of spots off to the side rather than in prime territory. Get there whenever. Enjoy. People start to leave around 8:30 am. See you there. Jim | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 280 Registered: 9-2003 |
LOL, the house is right around the corner, so I can at least show up in it, and then drive the jeep. :-) I would kill myself if something happened & I was uninsured & nobody wants that (I hope, lol). I am literally 2 mintues away, so I can drive it back to the house real quick & get the jeep (Not sure if I can keep up to you guys in the Jeep Beast - The thing tops out at 75!). Anyway, I'll cya tomorrow, bright & early! Hopefully they can put some of the fires out around here so that all the ash stops falling on my car! | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1474 Registered: 10-2002 |
well, at least show up to coffee bean... it's only around the corner from your house, then you are more than welcome to leave it at my house on the way out to CC and hop in someone else's car. I'd like to see it and take a few snapshots. eh...besides, what's a few bills, right? I just got my bill for my major repairs - my wife isn't complaining. Oh wait, I'm not married. ok, you have a point. | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 277 Registered: 9-2003 |
You think? My wife is giving me a hard time. :-) Especially after the repair bill I got yesterday! :-O | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1472 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jerry - don't you dare!! (show up in your jeep, that is) We want to see your baby! | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 276 Registered: 9-2003 |
Well, I'm still trying to get my insurance finalized - Should I really be driving the car before then? Maybe I should show up in my jeep?? | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2332 Registered: 12-2002 |
Look forward to meeting you and your friend Robert! So far we have about 17-20 people going! Im going to be gone all night tonight so Ill just catch you all tomorrow either in Irvine, or Crystal Cove. Again, if anything happens, give me a call at 949-633-6394. | ||
| Robert Faber (F129b)
Junior Member Username: F129b Post Number: 92 Registered: 8-2003 |
I plan on making it in the 355. Dave Reese will be coming in his 360sp. We will be coming straight up PCH and plan to be there by 7:15. Look forward to meeting y'all. Rob | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2329 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jerry, Awesome! Look forward to meeting you and seeing your car in person. Byron, hopefully your friend can make it. I love the E types, and I know Sunny does too | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 270 Registered: 9-2003 |
FINALLY got my car back today!! First time I got to drive it. See y'all on Saturday morning! :-) | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1463 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jordan, Just as a heads up, an acquiantence of mine might join us that morning in Irvine. He's got a '71 Jaguar E-type roadster. His name is Ethan - will confirm tomorrow. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2321 Registered: 12-2002 |
Brian, enjoy Hong Kong! Although its not the same without Kai Tak  Bart, look forward to seeing you hopefully! | ||
| Bart Duesler (The_bart)
Member Username: The_bart Post Number: 401 Registered: 1-2003 |
I should be going there this Saturday but no promises. | ||
| Brian W (Jetx)
Junior Member Username: Jetx Post Number: 190 Registered: 6-2003 |
Greetings from Hong Kong. Wish I could be there Saturday, but I'll still be sleeping on the plane when you guys arrive in CC. Haven't seen any exotics here let alone any sports cars (e.g. Porsche Boxsters) | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2320 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jim, 10 or 12 spaces should be good. If all else fails maybe a few people will need to park close by. I just cant estimate exactly since some people will be riding with others and others may not be...I really appreciate you offering to save the spaces, but if it gets too late and you dont feel comfortable holding them any longer, dont worry about it! T-bone, as far as the Side Street Cafe, Im hoping it will be fine...If all else fails though, I have a backup restraunt that would be great --nice location in the hills of Irvine, and good food. The only reason I hesitated to use it is because its back in Irvine --rather close to where we met up, and it seems more practical to find a local restraunt near Newport Beach. Here are the people comming. I havent heard back from everyone about where they plan to meet us so please let me know either by e-mail (jordan747_400@hotmailcom) or in this post. Meeting in Irvine: Byron Sunny Jun Jerry Sam Dom Elden Steven Armen? Kevin Dave Jay and wife Meeting at CC: Jim Anyone else? Just a reminder, please try and arrive in Irvine no later than 6:30 so we can depart on time and not get stuck behind garbage trucks on Laguna Canyon If, however, you are running late, go ahead and give me a call on my cell phone (949-633-6394) and we can go from there Looking forward to it! Should be a great day guys. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1460 Registered: 10-2002 |
Jordan, Can you post a list of confirmed attendees of those who will be meeting us in Irvine (@6:30am, 10/25) and those that will be meeting at Crystal Cove? Thanks! | ||
| 1987 Jerry (Slag_328gts)
Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 262 Registered: 9-2003 |
Armen - Would LOVE to see the 288!! | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 775 Registered: 6-2002 |
Jordan - how many and what time? How many spots should I try to reserve (I'll simply tell everyone that I dropped a box of penny nails, accidently, on these 10 spots last evening while moving the pickup truck, 'cause the wife was drunk and chasing the dog, and it was raining when we got back from the prison, and while it's still dark (6:30 am), best that no one park here until it gets light and I can check it out real good). Jim S. | ||
| Armen Gugasian (Ag512bbi)
Junior Member Username: Ag512bbi Post Number: 86 Registered: 6-2002 |
I don't know if I'll be bringing the 288GTO to Crystal Cove. It's still in the shop. I thought it was going to be done today. (there is a hesitation at low RPM's.) Hopefully it'll be done by Friday. If it's the injectors, it'll be in there for a while. I'll still be there this weekend. Hope to see & meet everybody. | ||
| T-bone Hunold (Timhunold)
New member Username: Timhunold Post Number: 16 Registered: 9-2003 |
I don't know for sure what time i get back to LA, I am still here in NYC until my Yanks finish the series. I suggested the Duck because of the crass Harleys. If I get my homeboy's 40 in time, I'll bring it for sure. | ||
| Byron (Bmyth)
Intermediate Member Username: Bmyth Post Number: 1457 Registered: 10-2002 |
Tim, I thought you were going to see if you can borrow your friend's F40 for the event? We'd definitely rather see that than the ducati! (no offense, really.) | ||
| T-bone Hunold (Timhunold)
New member Username: Timhunold Post Number: 14 Registered: 9-2003 |
The Sidestreet cafe is always packed guys, so you may want to park at the park on the street (Rochester?) that is on the intersection right there. Standing room only as always there. Watch for the guys with "Hardly Ever son" motorcycles in full mid-life crisis mode, playing dress up in tacky leathers. I should roll the Ducati over and represent if I get back in time. Yo, for those curious, http://www.testshoot.com/tim/me_me_me.jpg it's a Reynard, don't hold it against me. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2314 Registered: 12-2002 |
You've got mail Jay! | ||
| J. Ablett (Throttleman)
New member Username: Throttleman Post Number: 3 Registered: 9-2003 |
Jordan, my wife and I will be at the Coffee Bean for sure at 6:30. I will ve in touch with you and Sunny and make sure that you have our cell phone number to be in contact with us in the event of "crossed wires". We will again be in the black baby Benz. See you on Saturday | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2294 Registered: 12-2002 |
Great Dave, will be great to see you again! Might be a neat chance to see two Boxers next to each other as well! If you find yourself forgetting how to drive her, Im always available | ||
| DaveE (Banzaiboxr)
Junior Member Username: Banzaiboxr Post Number: 219 Registered: 8-2002 |
Jim , Jordan , I will try to make it Saturday . My car should be ready .The last time i drove her was about 6 months ago. I am a bit nervous i forgot how to drive her )))))))) | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2293 Registered: 12-2002 |
By the way, anyone have an open passenger seat they wouldnt mind having a co-pilot in from the Irvine meeting point? Dont mind driving my own car but its always more fun in an exotic | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2292 Registered: 12-2002 |
Just to let you guys know, I stopped by the cafe today and they only takes cash and checks. Looks like a nice place! | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2273 Registered: 12-2002 |
Kevin, please come! Crystal Cove really is a lot of fun and the more people we get to join us on the drive there, the more fun the caravan will be! Cant wait to see everyone there! | ||
| Jerry Slagle (Slag_328gts)
Junior Member Username: Slag_328gts Post Number: 224 Registered: 9-2003 |
Awesome sounds like fun! Byron - I got back from Laughlin tonight (sat night) - give me a call at home if you're around tomorrow - I was bummed I didn't get to chat more with you the other night when you called. :-) | ||
| Kevin Deal (Tube_guy)
Junior Member Username: Tube_guy Post Number: 70 Registered: 5-2003 |
I'd like to meet up with you guys if possible in Irvine. I usually go to a hamfest that day, but would like to see what all the hubub is about. Sounds like a nice way to wake up. Hmmm...no cup holder for java. Shoot | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2265 Registered: 12-2002 |
Brian, thats too bad! We are going to miss you. I wish I could have made it this morning...I woke up and could barely breathe. I think Ive caught a nasty cold. | ||
| Brian W (Jetx)
Junior Member Username: Jetx Post Number: 189 Registered: 6-2003 |
Stupidity at its finest...I thought the event was today. Anyway, I'm out for next weekend. I'll be half way over the Pacific by the time you guys meet up. At CC today, was supercar showdown - in lot to the left, a Porsche 959; in the lot to the right, F-40 | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 760 Registered: 6-2002 |
Any club that would have someone like me as a member, I don't want to belong to. Sure, I would love to have breakfast with you guys. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2263 Registered: 12-2002 |
I think only one of two of us are going tomorrow, so dont worry about spaces. Next week will be the big event! Would you like to come out to breakfast with us after Crystal Cove on the 25th, Jim? | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 758 Registered: 6-2002 |
Well, actually, I was thinking about tomorrow. However, I can save the spaces for the week if that works for everyone? Actually, I will be there both days, so I will see a select few tomorrow, and the remainder of the riffraff next Saturday. Should I save any spaces for tomorrow? Jim S. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2259 Registered: 12-2002 |
Agreed! | ||
| Brian W (Jetx)
Junior Member Username: Jetx Post Number: 188 Registered: 6-2003 |
Yes, if the spaces are needed, don't save them (not supposed to anyway). The last thing we want is animosity towards the Ferrari group. It could have longer lasting effects than just the one day | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2257 Registered: 12-2002 |
Thanks Jim, although if it gets too late and lots of people start showing up, dont worry about saving them...By the way, we are both talking about October 25th right? I will be there tomorrow, but the event isnt until next Saturday | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 756 Registered: 6-2002 |
I will try to save the spaces. My friend is bringing is 330 GTC, and we will stretch a ribbon between the 2 cars. We will arrive around 6:00 am to try and save the spaces. Get there when you can. See you all tomorrow. Jim. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2248 Registered: 12-2002 |
Jim, I figure we will have 10-15 cars arriving at 7-7:15am. Realistically, how hard would it be to save 10 spaces off in a far corner of the "main" area? Last Saturday, the NSX group took up almost half of the back row (closest to PCH). I dont know what time they got there, but if they could swing it... It would be great to save us spaces, but I dont want to have to ask that of you if it would be a real challenge...Might be rude to block off a section of the parking lot from the bruised knuckle hot rodders anyway | ||
| James Selevan (Jselevan)
Member Username: Jselevan Post Number: 755 Registered: 6-2002 |
Byron - How many cars? What time will you arrive? It is difficult, but as I live 1 mile from Crystal Cove, I can be there early to try to save prime parking. However, some of these hot rodders with long arms and scabs on their knuckles don't look kindly upon anyone speaking in multiple syllables and driving an Italian Olive Oil, and surely won't let me save 10 spaces in prime time, so let me know when and how many and I can try. Jim S. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2242 Registered: 12-2002 |
Amanda, come on down! It would be nice to see you again. Samuel, if you can bring your friends that would be great! The more cars the merrier. Brian is right, if we leave Irvine any later, we will get stuck behind garbage trucks on Laguna Canyon Road and thats no fun | ||
| Sunny Garofalo (Jaguarxj6)
Intermediate Member Username: Jaguarxj6 Post Number: 1024 Registered: 2-2003 |
I'm signed up for that run, November 2nd, correct? I'll see you there Sunny | ||
| Samuel Worthington (Sam107)
New member Username: Sam107 Post Number: 2 Registered: 10-2003 |
Can't wait! I look forward on meeting some new F-Chatters. I called a couple buddies, one has a 550 and the other a 360 Spyder. Hopefully they can make as well. BTW, has anybody done the Temecula to Julian run? | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Senior Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 7217 Registered: 8-2002 |
Jordan, congratulations man, this looks great... i can't wait to see the resulting pictures...! | ||
| Amanda (Girlgrammy)
New member Username: Girlgrammy Post Number: 13 Registered: 7-2003 |
I just may wake up at the crack-arse of dawn for this | ||
| Brian W (Jetx)
Junior Member Username: Jetx Post Number: 184 Registered: 6-2003 |
Let's make sure we're all on time too...no fashionably late arrivals at the meeting point prior to our drive to CC. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2238 Registered: 12-2002 |
No problem Jun, it will be a pleasure to meet you! Not to mention see your car | ||
| Jun Roxas (Jun)
New member Username: Jun Post Number: 47 Registered: 9-2003 |
Thanks for all of the hard work in putting together the details, you did a great job! This will be my first caravan/group function, I'm looking forward to it. It should be a lot of fun. | ||
| Jordan Witherspoon (Jordan747_400)
Intermediate Member Username: Jordan747_400 Post Number: 2236 Registered: 12-2002 |
Ok, here it goes! 6:30am --Meet in Irvine in the parking lot in front of the Coffee Bean on the corner of Alton and Jeffrey in Irvine (map below). Hopefully we can get a nice sized group to meet up in Irvine to make our caravan a bit more fun.  6:45am --Leave Irvine and caravan to Crystal Cove via the 405 fwy, Laguna Canyon Road, and PCH. Either myself (whatever car I may be in) or someone else who has been to Crystal Cove before can lead the short cruise for those who dont know the way. 7:15am-9:00am --Kick back and relax at Crystal Cove. For those who haven't been yet, there is a wide variety of cars ranging from hot rods to our Italian Stallions 9:00am-? --Take off for Breakfast at the Side Street Cafe (map below) via PCH and Newport Blvd. Unfortunately the cafe can't reserve space for our party, but I have been assured that they are expecting us and will try and connect a few tables so we can all enjoy breakfast together!  Here is who I have confirmed to go: Byron, Sunny, Jun, Jerry, Sam, Dom, Elden, Brian, Steven, Armen (possibly your Brother-in-law as well?) If possible, could those of you who plan on meeting us at Crystal Cove let me know that way we dont wait for you in Irvine. Can never leave a Tifosi behind Should be fun guys! If anyone wants more information, e-mail me at [email protected] |