| Author | Message | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 465 Registered: 6-2002 |
Well...got the car back...new brakes, fixed the slow passenger window...pretty happy. I started dealing directly with Rocky and was pleased...easy to work with. The car was delivered as clean as it was when I brought it in. The part that was a little annoying was...why couldn't they just suggest buying EBC Green Stuff brake pads for 89.00 vs the 300+ ferrari brake pads? I had to suggest this to them and said use these. Is it possible they didn't know of the EBC pads? | ||
| Wil de Groot (Wildegroot)
New member Username: Wildegroot Post Number: 30 Registered: 9-2002 |
I'm never going to get Wil to participate on this board, as much as I'm sure he'd enjoy it. He's too busy with his other woman, the Maserati 450-S inspired aluminum bodied roadster he's building from scratch. Every spare minute goes into his car. We do have pick up and delivery, and it is often gratis for significant repair work or service. 50 miles away is not very far either. A Miura-SV was just in the shop that belongs to a guy in Calgary, Canada. We frequently have out of state cars from MD, NY, PA, even OH and Wisconisn. But it grieves me that so many local Ferrari owners go to the dealers instead of trying a friendly, honest (honest!) small independent shop like us. If any F-chat member goes to Bruce's house feel free to stop in here, say hi and look around. We're in the same area of NJ, otherwise maybe we'll see you all up at Pocono. End of sales pitch.    | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 306 Registered: 1-2002 |
If spiritually lost, then seek the wisdom of the man known to have Brass Balls. He shall bring thee into enlightenment... or at least playfully intoxicated! Have a good night fellas!! I'm bugging out for the evening. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 457 Registered: 6-2002 |
Sounds like Bruce got his groove back!...wasn't that a movie...oh yeah, that was Stella. Hey everybody...Bruce is having a co-ed naked pool party...we'll all sing..."For he's a jolly good fellow" | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 456 Registered: 6-2002 |
Lost me too T | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1913 Registered: 4-2002 |
EMAIL ME TOM... | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3827 Registered: 9-2001 |
"And what's up with a charge for opening a package?? Sandy or Wil - I'm looking in your direction... " You lost me? | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 305 Registered: 1-2002 |
The first time is always the hardest hit when dealing with any Ferrari service. Kind of like testing your dog's loyalty by kicking him. If he comes back, then he is loyal. If not, then he never was, and you are beter off without him around. I think that is the view of most Ferrari service shops. And what's up with a charge for opening a package?? Sandy or Wil - I'm looking in your direction... Peace out fellas!! | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1912 Registered: 4-2002 |
THANKS TOM, ILL SPLIT IT WITH YOU HEY TODD..EVER GET A LUBE JOB WEARING SLACKS PICKING PANSIES WITH ASS-PISS SAUCE?? | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3825 Registered: 9-2001 |
LOL, sounds like that is what you are looking for  Bruce 20% discount on your next service | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 455 Registered: 6-2002 |
The question...is it free? Or do you lose your slacks and get a lube job for that too : ) | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 304 Registered: 1-2002 |
If you Joisey boys had come up to the Greenwich Show this past weekend, I could've introduced you to the guys at Autosport Designs. They were at the show with a few of their Aston Martins. It was good to chat with them. And I'm pretty satisifed with them. As for pickup and delivery, they have a flatbed service. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 454 Registered: 6-2002 |
that a boy Bruce...a little shake and bake. | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1910 Registered: 4-2002 |
I GET A 10% FINDERS FEE FOR TOM AND TODD, DONT YOU AGREE SANDY?? BRUCE | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3824 Registered: 9-2001 |
wil and sandy do have flatbed service are far as I know, BTW when I did not hear back from Classic, I emailed wil and sandy gave me an estimate within an hour! Since I am moving out near them I think I will use them going forward | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 453 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Will...Bruce has spoken highly of you...but you are 50 miles from me. Initially I wanted to find someone that was convenient and of course...a quality professional. We'll see how it turns out...a friend of mine recommended using EBC Green Stuff brake pads...he was very satisfied...cost (3 times less than Ferrari), performance and minimal brake dust. We'll see how it turns out...You know what would be cool...if a company, as a courtesy, would pick up the car (i.e. Flatbed), fix the car and bring it back...that would be HUGE Thanks Will...chat in a bit | ||
| Wil de Groot (Wildegroot)
New member Username: Wildegroot Post Number: 28 Registered: 9-2002 |
Todd, Maybe you'll give us a try next time! Check out our newly updated website which gives an idea of the breadth of our services. We do our very best to provide honest, friendly, timely and reasonably price service. All our guys speak English, love their jobs, aim to please, and you don't have to fight traffic to get here. Anyone from F-chat who comes to our shop is welcome to OJ and a bagel. Is this a flagrant sales pitch? Naaah Sandy de Groot http://www.exoticars-usa.com | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1895 Registered: 4-2002 |
thats why i like my local here in frenchtown..besides my blood vessels dont burst in a 908 area code regards guys, bruce | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3769 Registered: 9-2001 |
they never called me back either | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 451 Registered: 6-2002 |
So far I am getting a HJ from some guy named Mayur...3 times said he was going to call...blah blah | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 449 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Paul | ||
| Paul (Pcelenta)
Member Username: Pcelenta Post Number: 342 Registered: 7-2002 |
todd, I had them do the clutch on my 308...great people...the only thing that I didn't like was the fact that they washed my car and left tons of swirl marks (its black so everything shows) otherwise I had a great experience with them. | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 447 Registered: 6-2002 |
bring it in and we'll compare notes...hopefully neither of us will lose our shorts | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3694 Registered: 9-2001 |
how funny - I called them yesterday to bring my baby in for brakes | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 446 Registered: 6-2002 |
Dropped my car off at Classic Coach today to have them fix a couple of little things they found at the tech session last month (brakes, suspension bushing, light bulb in console, etc)...they came highly recommended... This is my 1st time using them so I will let you know my experience and whether they have earned their keep. Peace. TTG | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3220 Registered: 9-2001 |
i posted the pics in the main section | ||
| djmonk (Davem)
Junior Member Username: Davem Post Number: 219 Registered: 1-2002 |
Sounds good Hutch. Scruples hmmm ive been there a few times to say the least. Let me know if u need me to go shotgun to DMV. Sunday drive might work before 1-ish. | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 257 Registered: 1-2002 |
I might just take you up on that offer Dave!! Thanks!! And afterward, we can go down the road to Scruples for entertainment. Whuddya say? Anyone up for a drive/get together tomorrow? Supposed to be great weather... Later on all!! | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 3293 Registered: 8-2002 |
i'll be there, i'll be there...! Don't run away, people, i promise i won't bite...! | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 415 Registered: 6-2002 |
Sounds good to me...call me anytime on 9161...see you in the AM | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1844 Registered: 4-2002 |
TTG ILL BE AT YOUR HOUSE TOMORROW ABOUT 10.15-10.30 AM...IS THAT COOL??? TOM OR ADAM DID YOU SPEAK TO?? DOG MAN | ||
| djmonk (Davem)
Junior Member Username: Davem Post Number: 218 Registered: 1-2002 |
Hi Hutch. I went to Bpt. MV for vin # check few weeks ago for my Mondial. Had temp plates first, went back for vin. check ....can u say slloooww, But then drove back home afterwards. I would never park any F-car there. Its overcrowded there to begin with an the line for vin. checks goes thru the parking lot. But if you decide to go an do one stop shopping i would be more than happy to help. Im in Fairfield cell# 203-314-6881 Dave | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 256 Registered: 1-2002 |
No good for me homies... Got to work in the a.m. , then late morning or early afternoon, got to run the TR up to the DMV in bridgeport for plates. DMV has to see the TR for "VIN # verification". I'll be calling 1-800-RENT-A-COP to guard the TR whilst I am filling out paperwork and waitng for my turn at the desk. Going to try for custom plates reading: 4 PUSC or 4 BVER. Don't think it'll happen, but worth a try!! Next time guys!!! Sorry!!!! | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3211 Registered: 9-2001 |
Bruce - I have no problem getting my car wet - only thing is mine probably comes with the factory option of leaky cabriolet top . I will take a look at the weather in the am and when it starts to clear I will head out. The event is basically all day so with the current forecast of clearing by mid day I hope to be there around 12-1 | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 414 Registered: 6-2002 |
Let's shoot for 10:30 at my house | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1842 Registered: 4-2002 |
TOM, WHAT TIME WILL YOU GO TOMORROW?? AFTER THE RAIN?? BRUCE | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3206 Registered: 9-2001 |
looks like a stray shower in the am and then the sun comes out in the afternoon | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1839 Registered: 4-2002 |
todd ILL CATCH UP WITH YOU LATER TODAY..SPOKE TO ADAM, HE IS UNDETERMINED ABOUT GETTING HIS CAR BACK TODAY, HE WILL CALL ME LATER.. ILL SPEAK TO HUTCH LATER..JOHN ARENDS A NO-SHOW... LATER BRO... BB | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 412 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey guys...I just found out that I don't have to coach Tee Ball b/c it was cancelled...So we can hook up at my house whenever...talk tomorrow | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 252 Registered: 1-2002 |
Just ordered the dye today!! Should be here early next week, coming from Arizona. Saturday should be good weather for a drive/get together!! Now who loves you brother Bruce!!! | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1834 Registered: 4-2002 |
HUTCH GLAD YOUR BACK SAFELY, ILL SPEAK TO TODD.JOHN.ADAM AND LET YOU KNOW WHATS UP...WE WONT FORGET ABOUT YOU BUDDY....THANKS FOR THE CREME DE MENTHE PRICE...WHO LOVES YA BABY... BRUCE | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 484 Registered: 2-2002 |
DES, As Tom said, you'll be in for quite a treat should you come to Classic Coach this Saturday. I'll be bringing my car in the afternoon after I finish here at the office. Barry | ||
| DHutchison (Hutch308)
Member Username: Hutch308 Post Number: 251 Registered: 1-2002 |
Bruce - What time are you meeting up at Geiger's Gin Mill? I don't have any plans lined up currently, and the TR sat last weekend while I partied it up in St. Thomas US Virgin Islands. She could use a good ride. And I would very much like to get together. Let me know what the plan is, please! | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3167 Registered: 9-2001 |
look forward to it - I am planning on bringing my son also | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1832 Registered: 4-2002 |
ILL BE THERE TOM, HOPEFULLY WITH TODD, ADAM, AND WHO KNOWS..LOOKING FORWARD TO SEE YOU AFTER A YEAR.. REGARDS, BRUCE | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3166 Registered: 9-2001 |
I think it is Saturday and so far the weather does not look good  | ||
| John Li (Pchop)
Junior Member Username: Pchop Post Number: 80 Registered: 6-2002 |
TomD: Dave White and I were reminiscing the good time we had at the Poker Rally last summer. I think another Rally is in the works for this summer. If the weather works out for Sunday, I will definitely make a trip out to CC. | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3164 Registered: 9-2001 |
John, its been to long since we went flying down the sunrise - lets meet up again soon | ||
| John Li (Pchop)
Junior Member Username: Pchop Post Number: 79 Registered: 6-2002 |
I had the pleasure of meeting DES in person this weekend at the Ferrari of Long Island GP event. He's a real gentleman and brings so much energy to those around him. DES: TomD got a great Mondial Cabr! Let's hope the weather will warm up this weekend. | ||
| EFWUN (Efwun)
Member Username: Efwun Post Number: 422 Registered: 2-2003 |
DES, don't go through NYC to get to the Jersey Turnpike!! From our area, take the LIE to the Cross Island, go over the Throgs' Neck bridge, and bear left onto the dreaded Cross Bronx Expressway. Take that (hang onto your cupholders and drinks over the massive bumps) over the GWB, and access the Turnpike from there. | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 3171 Registered: 8-2002 |
Tom, thanks, that's very nice of you... However, the only way i'll make it to the GWB is by driving... i hope i can make it, too... | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3149 Registered: 9-2001 |
Des, if you go be prepared to be in heaven If you can make it to the GWB, I can give you a lift the rest of the way | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 477 Registered: 2-2002 |
Oh yeah, right, DES, they just have a map. But those directions look right. Just get to the NJ Tpke and get off at the Elizabeth exit mentioned and follow those directions. You'll get there. Barry | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 3165 Registered: 8-2002 |
Well, i didn't find directions on their site, but this is what MapQuest says... Anyone from the Island going...? Does this look about right...? 4: Take the SUNKEN MEADOW PARKWAY SOUTH ramp toward SOUTH SHORE. 0.25 miles 5: Merge onto SUNKEN MEADOW PKWY S. 1.62 miles 6: Take the NORTHERN PARKWAY WEST exit- exit number SM1 W- toward NEW YORK. 0.35 miles 7: Merge onto NORTHERN PKWY W. 11.06 miles 8: Merge onto I-495 W via exit number 37A toward NEW YORK. 28.50 miles 9: Keep LEFT at the fork in the ramp. 0.12 miles 10: TUNNEL EXIT ST becomes TUNNEL EXIT ST/QUEENS MIDTOWN TUNNEL EXIT. 0.05 miles 11: Turn RIGHT onto E 34TH ST. 1.22 miles 12: Turn RIGHT onto DYER AVE. 0.11 miles 13: Take the LINCOLN TUNNEL ramp. 0.07 miles 14: Merge onto I-495 W. 4.22 miles 15: Take the N.J. TURNPIKE SOUTH exit on the left toward TRENTON/NEWARK AIRPORT. 0.19 miles 16: Stay straight to go onto ramp. 0.32 miles 17: Merge onto NEW JERSEY TURNPIKE S/I-95 S (Portions toll). 12.52 miles 18: Take the RT-439 N exit- exit number 13- toward US-1 N/US-9 N/ELIZABETH. 1.20 miles 19: Turn SLIGHT LEFT onto BAYWAY AVE/NJ-439. 0.63 miles 20: Turn RIGHT onto BAYWAY CIR. 0.12 miles 21: Turn RIGHT onto S ELMORA AVE/NJ-439. 0.29 miles Total Estimated Time: Total Distance: 63.88 miles 1 hour, 11 minutes | ||
| Andrew Menasce (Amenasce)
Member Username: Amenasce Post Number: 774 Registered: 10-2001 |
LOL @ DES . | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 3164 Registered: 8-2002 |
Really...? i figured if i mentioned i might show my face, you'd all cancel or petition Classic Coach to move the thing to a different location... Cool... Let me check out the directions and with any luck, i'll get to meet some cool F-chatters...! | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 476 Registered: 2-2002 |
DES, DirEctionS are posted on their website. Hope you can make it. http://www.ccferrari.com/ Barry | ||
| DES (Sickspeed)
Advanced Member Username: Sickspeed Post Number: 3162 Registered: 8-2002 |
Hey, if someone posted directions, i think i would actually be able to make it...! | ||
| Andrew Menasce (Amenasce)
Member Username: Amenasce Post Number: 770 Registered: 10-2001 |
I ll try to drag my dad there.Its my little sister brithday though, not the kind of plan she enjoys the most | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1831 Registered: 4-2002 |
BARRY I HOPE SO, MY WIFE ONLY GAVE ME A 4 HOUR PASS- WITHOUT THE KIDS BRUCE | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 474 Registered: 2-2002 |
Bruce, I'm working till 1:00 that day. I should be there by 2:00. I hope you'll still be there. Barry | ||
| Bruce Wellington (Bws88tr)
Intermediate Member Username: Bws88tr Post Number: 1830 Registered: 4-2002 |
ILL BE THERE TOO,...I AM HOPEFULLY MEETING UP AT TODDS HOUSE..FIRST, AND THEN TO ADAMS????. CANT WAIT TO MEET TOM, BARRY...... BRUCE | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 473 Registered: 2-2002 |
You too, Adam! | ||
| Adam Goldman '86 TR (Icnsltmfg)
Member Username: Icnsltmfg Post Number: 557 Registered: 8-2001 |
I hope to have the car back this Sat or beg of the week, so I hope to stop by and see you there for a bit. | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 471 Registered: 2-2002 |
Looking forward to seeing you both again, Todd and Tom! | ||
| TomD (Tifosi)
Advanced Member Username: Tifosi Post Number: 3147 Registered: 9-2001 |
I am going to the classic coach one - see you there | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 410 Registered: 6-2002 |
Thanks Barry...I have it on my calendar...see you there! | ||
| Tim N (Timn88)
Advanced Member Username: Timn88 Post Number: 2735 Registered: 6-2001 |
Whens the one at WWoC? | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 464 Registered: 2-2002 |
Hi Todd, It's 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM on the 12th. They provide a nice buffet as well. Last year, despite the rain in the morning, there was a large turn-out and there was a large display of Ferraris rivaling any concours event. I work till 1:00 that day, but will be there in the afternoon. Hope to see you then. Barry | ||
| Todd Gieger (Todd328gts)
Member Username: Todd328gts Post Number: 409 Registered: 6-2002 |
Hey there Barry...Hope all is well. I still have yet to visit Classic Coach but would really be interested in going on the 12th. What time is it? | ||
| Barry Wolinsky (308gtb)
Member Username: 308gtb Post Number: 463 Registered: 2-2002 |
Who else is going? |