| Author | Message | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 154 Registered: 4-2002 |
Hey, Norman, email your cell phone # me at [email protected]  | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 341 Registered: 9-2002 |
Good work! You should've asked for next year's in advance... :D All I can say is that I'm glad I'll be gone for four weeks... Norman really is Stormin the streets of SF! --Dan | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 67 Registered: 7-2002 |
Dan, I finally solved the reg tag mystery! I just got it in the mail today..... 7 months after I bought the car!!! Good old DMV. Watch out everybody, I'm back on the streets!!!! | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 182 Registered: 6-2002 |
Camera? That early in the morning, you're lucky I remenbered my trousers! ;) Best! Ben. PS: will bring camera next time, I swear. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 339 Registered: 9-2002 |
Camera? Me? I woke up at 8.08am! Quick shower and I was there, but no camera... I agree - Mitchell's GT4 is in *awesome* shape... Well, since no one seems to have taken pictures, I guess we'll just have to get together again, huh? ;) --Dan | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 158 Registered: 3-2002 |
I'd agree that Mitchell has done a terrific job on his GT4. And lets not forget that 7000rpm after run on his exhaust! Now Mitchell, do you always drive it like that, or were you being a good sport for all of us ; ) You have one lovely GT4 there... even if it's not NERO ; D Actually, it was pretty neat to see less than 1/2 of the cars Rosso! Sound on the way, but no stills from me. Hoping Dan gots some? Steve | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 66 Registered: 7-2002 |
I was really impressed by the excellent condition the GT4 was in. The interior looked close to new. | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 65 Registered: 7-2002 |
I think Dan made off with the digital camera when he took my reg stickers!! Steve, were you get some shots in with your video camera? W'll get some pics at the next breakfast for sure. | ||
| Michael Yip (Mightyslash)
Junior Member Username: Mightyslash Post Number: 135 Registered: 4-2002 |
Please don't tell me there's no pics... | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 338 Registered: 9-2002 |
One in the passenger seat, one in her lap, one in your lap, one hanging off of each roll-bar... I can't fit the 6th. --Dan | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 149 Registered: 4-2002 |
Must be very small girls to fit 6 of those in my car...... | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 336 Registered: 9-2002 |
Sounds like a plan to me, Steve! As for the reg stickers...no comment! :D --Dan | ||
| Matt Lemus (Mlemus)
Intermediate Member Username: Mlemus Post Number: 2398 Registered: 8-2002 |
Pic's? | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 157 Registered: 3-2002 |
Norm, you'll have to fill me in on your excellent adventure with Dan ; ) Actually, I imagine the stickers we're torn off the plates by his 550 ;D huh Dan? Dan, you should definitely go for it. I was actually inspired by Yoshi Toda's plates (NERO308) and my wife surprised me with them at Xmas. Why don't you get NERO550, and force Norm to get a NERO575 ; ) Look forward to seeing everyone and they're lovely Fcars again next month. Steve | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 178 Registered: 6-2002 |
Only Tako could fit 6 girls in that 'baby blue' 360! You go guy! Best! Ben. PS: love that colour, absolutely love it. No I will not sleep with you. But I love it! | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 60 Registered: 7-2002 |
Dan, my wife has grounded me because of that registration thing! I can't believe I lost the sticker! But I paid.... I paid.... | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 58 Registered: 7-2002 |
So that what those spots were. Phew. For a moment there I thought it was Tako and those 6 girls having fun on top of my car!! Tako, you know I drooled on your car, right? but the drops just rolled right off that CG coating!! | ||
| Frank Richard Noodleman (R_noodle)
New member Username: R_noodle Post Number: 14 Registered: 7-2002 |
Dan, My Euro 550 was first delivered in Kuwait. The original owner brought it into Massachusetts and had Amerispec federalize it. When I bought it this had already been done. It will pass California smog tests but requires a special inspection ($2,200!)in California to document this before it can be licensed in California. David, It was fun sharing part of the ride home even with the traffic. | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 147 Registered: 4-2002 |
He doesn't know i drooled on his black beauty. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 335 Registered: 9-2002 |
Steve, Your plate has inspired me, and so long as Norm doesn't get it first (he has to get his registration all figured out, so maybe he'll get the plate too), I'm thinking 'NERO550' is a good plate idea. :D Then again - who knows if Norm is going to be allowed to drive... 'Sir, do you know you have an expired registration?' 'I swear, I lost the sticker, and the proof of payment, but I really did pay!' 'I'm sure you did...' :D --Dan | ||
| David Burch (Merlyn)
New member Username: Merlyn Post Number: 44 Registered: 8-2002 |
"Dave and I drove back on Skyline toward the South Bay. His track experience was evident as he passed my 550 with his 355!" Only because I could anticipate when you were going to accelerate, otherwise there's no way I could accelerate with your 550. Too bad about all the trafic, it could have been fun. | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 156 Registered: 3-2002 |
Hello All, It was really nice to see Main Street covered in all those Ferraris. I might add that we had ACW's fantastic Titanium 360 F1 Coupe. I really enjoyed meeting everyone and hope we can schedule a gathering at least once a month in the future. Perhaps someone has another special route that we could all share? Look forward to the next one already! Steve ps: will post Norms sound as soon as I remove his plates from the video. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 330 Registered: 9-2002 |
Rick, It was very interesting to compare notes on your euro vs. Mark's US-spec. Did you import the car yourself (ie purchase in europe and sought out conversion) or did you purchase it here already converted? --Dan | ||
| Frank Richard Noodleman (R_noodle)
New member Username: R_noodle Post Number: 13 Registered: 7-2002 |
I arrived late due to another work related chore at 7AM, but I still enjoyed meeting several of you and drooling over the beautiful assembly of Italian sex appeal. Dave and I drove back on Skyline toward the South Bay. His track experience was evident as he passed my 550 with his 355! It was a beautiful day made better by the opportunity to drive "the beast" and share with others who love these expensive toys as much as I do. Look forward to the next event. If there are South Bay people interested in another drive, contact me. I also plan on taking a drive with a more mixed car group March 16. Anyone interested? Rick Noodleman | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 325 Registered: 9-2002 |
Guys, it was great to put some 'names to faces' as Norm put it. :D Great to meet everyone, and thanks to Norm for setting it all up. I have to say, the euro Cali Blue 550 was very different from Takao's 360. The shape makes the color as much as trhe color makes the shape, it seems. We had quite the melange of exhaust - and a big thanks to Norm for the 550 ride. The CarGraphic exhaust is absolutely awesome. And Ben - quite the drive.... Looking forward to the next one! --Dan | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 56 Registered: 7-2002 |
Poor Tako and Dan, I think we ruined your sleep patterns. It was nice to meet you guys and everybody who came this morning. It WAS early. Hope you all had fun. I think Ben drove the furthest: Petaluma. There were about a dozen or so of us with at least 9 Ferraris: 1 stunningly well kept red GT/4, 1 blue 360 Coupe, 1 blue 360 Spider, 1 red 348 Speciale, 1 Nero 308 GTS, 1 red 355 Berlinetta, and 3 550's (red, blue and black). Sorry if I missed any that were parked away from the main group. 3 Ducatti's parked next to us. It was Italian machine day. A great bunch of guys. Great food. Beautiful day. Stunning cars. Steve and I plan to meet again in about a month or so, We'll post another invite at that time. Hope even more of you can make it!! | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 145 Registered: 4-2002 |
Ok I got up again now. | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 173 Registered: 6-2002 |
'night Tako! I hear ya, think I'm going to hit the sack in afew hours too. Drive down 1 was worth it though. Best! Ben. PS: Had a great time meeting you all and seeing all the wonderful cars! F-chatters are truely a first-class bunch. We'll have to do this again soon! | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 144 Registered: 4-2002 |
Going back to bed now. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 321 Registered: 9-2002 |
Ok boys, see you there. Takao - if you wanna stop by my house, you can do that too. I'm 15-20 mins away from there. --Dan | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 55 Registered: 7-2002 |
I'm looking forward to meeting everybody there tomorrow. If anybody is coming from SF and points north, I'm hooking up with Steve at the Good Guys in Serramonte at about 7.15 so we can caravan down if anybody's interested. | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 154 Registered: 3-2002 |
I'm going to try and record Norm's cargraphic exhaust under load for everyone and post. It really is nice. The construction is really impressive too; double wall tips with bevelled interior edges. See you all there! Steve | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 172 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hi Norman, thanks, actually I was speaking of the Half Moon Bay muniscip airport, as I was thinking of flying in with a buddy of mine. Unfortunately WXBRIEF basically says FOG clear to the ground, and the Dutchess dosen't exactly have a Cat3 ILS with AutoLand (what the big jets use to get down safely even with no visability at all.) We can only get down to about 200feet as per FAA regs. Anyway! I'll just drive down Take care all, see you in a few! Best! Ben. | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 54 Registered: 7-2002 |
Ben, it's approx 20 miles west of SFO. Probably an easy 20 to 30 minute drive. Hope yo can make it! | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 170 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hrm, how far is it from the airport? I may be able to fly in. Best! Ben. | ||
| Tim N (Timn88)
Intermediate Member Username: Timn88 Post Number: 2456 Registered: 6-2001 |
dont forget to bring a digital cam. | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 142 Registered: 4-2002 |
I hope I can wake up early enough for this. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 319 Registered: 9-2002 |
Steve's right - it's a gorgeous day today. See you boys in the morning. Oh - just wanted to say it's 604 Main St. at the Moonside Bakery and Cafe so people don't need to scroll down again. --Dan | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 153 Registered: 3-2002 |
Morning Guys! The weather is looking terrific for tomorrow! I was out around the same time Norm and I drive out and the sun was shining, and very comfortable (60's) @ 7am (those of you with young kids know these are peek personel hours for Ferrari stuff) Just have to roll the car down the driveway so not to wake them up! Just a reminder for those unfamiliar with the decent into Half Moon Bay; there is alot of morning fog, so please drive with care! Have fun, but be aware of the damp roads and the many small homes/driveways/possible kids/pets and such thru the route. At this time of the morning it is usually clear, but as representatives for the Ferrari community at large, I want to make sure that we enjoy the drive and no one gets hurt. Really looking forward to seeing you all there! Steve ps: Norms Nero 550 coming up and passing you is worth the trip alone! His cargraphic exhaust is simply delicious!!!! Come on out and have a look. Also, could someone bring a camera to share our good time with the rest of the guys at Fchat? pss: Is someone really bringing pretty girls? My wife better not find out! | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
Junior Member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 51 Registered: 7-2002 |
There's only one way to find out!!!! ;) | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 141 Registered: 4-2002 |
so u r bringing pretty single ladies?? | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 50 Registered: 7-2002 |
Or, Dan, we could make it known that there will always be an excess of pretty single girls at each meeting. Then we could charge admission and with the profits, buy an Enzo. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 317 Registered: 9-2002 |
By posting here and keeping it at the top. That or we flag down every ferrari we see. Actually, one thing I've considered (and I'm not sure how it would work, but for the m5 stuff it was good because only enthusiasts tend to buy an m5 anyways) is printing business cards for FC, making reference to the site and even a regional topic. --Dan | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 139 Registered: 4-2002 |
how can we gather more ferrari people??? | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 315 Registered: 9-2002 |
Norm, Glad to see things are looking good. Much better than just you, me and Steve! :D See you boys sunday morning! --Dan | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 49 Registered: 7-2002 |
I don't unfortunately, but I do have an alarm clock shaped like a chicken and it goes baak baak baak just like a chick. | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 138 Registered: 4-2002 |
If you have a nice chick voice, I do. | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 48 Registered: 7-2002 |
Ahh... Good question. Steve and I usually meet at this ridiculous time because the traffic is ultra light and we enjoy our drive much more, plus parking in front of the restaurant is much better. The primary reason, though, is that I usually have church stuff I have to do later in the morning. I'm certainly open to moving the time for subsequent meets. Do you want me to give you a wake up call? | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 137 Registered: 4-2002 |
One question. Why 8 AM?????????????  | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 47 Registered: 7-2002 |
Kyle, I think all f-chatters are ferrari owners at heart regardless of what sits in the garage. Come on by!!! | ||
| Mark Freeman (Mrpc12)
Junior Member Username: Mrpc12 Post Number: 137 Registered: 11-2001 |
I'm going to try to make it too. | ||
| Kyle Madan (Kmadan)
New member Username: Kmadan Post Number: 14 Registered: 1-2002 |
Is this for Ferrari owners only or any F-chatters? | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 46 Registered: 7-2002 |
The more the merrier!! | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 135 Registered: 4-2002 |
I hope so.... so how many are coming???? I will bring my car guys if you don't mind. | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 45 Registered: 7-2002 |
Tako, It's a well documented fact that driving a Ferrari really fast in an environment close to the sea will cure anybody of the common cold! | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 132 Registered: 4-2002 |
Actually, I've got bad cold last few days. If I get well, I will show up...... | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 152 Registered: 3-2002 |
For those starting the drive in SF, Norm and I drive down together, so the more the better. We could pick a meeting place and caravan down. Steve | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 44 Registered: 7-2002 |
Tako you lucky guy. I get up at 5.45am every morning! Sleeping in to me is 7am!! | ||
| John Striegel (John328)
New member Username: John328 Post Number: 8 Registered: 1-2003 |
HELLO I CAN'T MAKE IT BUT LOVE THE IDEA, I LIVE IN SAN CARLOS, JUST OVER THE HILL 20 MIN AWAY FROM HALF MOON BAY. I WILL KEEP AN EYE FOR THE NEXT MEETING. PS 8:00 IS FINE WITH ME BUT 9:00 WOULD WORK BETTER ?? JOHN | ||
| Noelrp (Noelrp)
Junior Member Username: Noelrp Post Number: 173 Registered: 8-2001 |
Hey, count me in! | ||
| Norman (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 43 Registered: 7-2002 |
Next time, Art. Looking forward to meeting everybody else. Seems like our group is growing! Sweet!! Red, we might drive depending on the time and whatever. Any suggestions are welcome. | ||
| Red (Redhead)
Junior Member Username: Redhead Post Number: 142 Registered: 12-2001 |
From the south bay-- Are you guys planning a drive after this as well, or just a b-fast? | ||
| acw (Acw)
Junior Member Username: Acw Post Number: 137 Registered: 2-2002 |
Great idea. I'll try to make it. ACW | ||
| arthur chambers (Art355)
Member Username: Art355 Post Number: 977 Registered: 6-2001 |
I'd like to go, but I'm in Sonoma for the weekend. Ferrari won't be back until late next week anyway. Sorry. Art | ||
| stephen r chong (Ethans_dad)
Junior Member Username: Ethans_dad Post Number: 151 Registered: 3-2002 |
Look forward to meeting some new F-chatters in person. Last forecast looks like high clouds and no rain ; ) See you all there. Steve aka ethans_dad | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 310 Registered: 9-2002 |
Yeah, I guess getting up doesn't mean staying up until... Wait, I woke up at 6.30 once this year to meet an attorney! You win! --Dan | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 130 Registered: 4-2002 |
Anyway, This will be the first morning I get up before 8 this year. | ||
| Ben Cannon (Artherd)
Junior Member Username: Artherd Post Number: 164 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hopefully I will be able to make it! Best! Ben. | ||
| TAKO (Tako)
Junior Member Username: Tako Post Number: 127 Registered: 4-2002 |
If I am not going to NY, I will join it. | ||
| Dan (Bobafett)
Member Username: Bobafett Post Number: 305 Registered: 9-2002 |
Cmon guys! Sunday morning, you guys have seen the weather so far. Absolutely STUNNING today. A nice sunday morning get together will be great! See you boys there! --Dan | ||
| Norman Yung (Storminnormin)
New member Username: Storminnormin Post Number: 42 Registered: 7-2002 |
I've been talking to a couple of F-chatters in the San Francisco Bay area and we think it would be a lot of fun to get together and chat face to face and check out each others' cars! Steve and Dan and I have decided to get together this sunday morning at 8am in Half Moon Bay for breakfast. We'll be meeting at Moonside Bakery and Cafe at 604 Main Street. They've got great omlettes and pancakes. We'd like to extend this invitation to everybody here. The drive into HMB is quite nice, especially that early in the morning. We're hoping this might become a regular informal gathering of sorts. Come by and say Hi! Please respond to this thread so we have some idea of how many to expect. Please come anyway RSVP or not. Let me know if anybody needs directions. The 3 of us will be there for sure this sunday. |