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My TR diary (86865)

Discussion in 'Boxers/TR/M' started by godabitibi, Apr 17, 2014.

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  1. godabitibi

    godabitibi F1 Veteran
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    Jan 11, 2012
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    Claude Laforest
    I'm leaving this evening to go pick up my 1990 Testarossa #86865 in Toronto area. I will post pictures. I will then introduce the car with many pictures and will try to post all repairs and upgrades throughout my ownership with pictures and possibly how-to threads.

    I hope it will be a fun thread to follow.
     
  2. curtisc63

    curtisc63 Formula 3
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    Dec 13, 2005
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    Congrats Claude! I know it must have been incredibly difficult to have to wait this long to have your new baby in your possession. Safe travels. Looking forward to getting to know your TR.

    Curtis
     
  3. chabch

    chabch Formula 3

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    Safe drive and enjoy every minute!
     
  4. okiedude

    okiedude Formula 3

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    Big day, I know how you feel. Enjoy, my friend!
     
  5. Melvok

    Melvok F1 World Champ
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    Jul 25, 2008
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    Congrats Claude ! Hope you can sleep tonight ..... :D
     
  6. gt4me

    gt4me F1 Veteran

    Sep 10, 2005
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    Great stuff, look forward to the photos.
     
  7. Testarossa1

    Testarossa1 Karting

    Jun 15, 2007
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    Yes congratulations !!! Looking forward to seeing pictures and reading the diary :)

    Tr boy
     
  8. aln

    aln Karting

    Sep 5, 2013
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    Los Angeles
    congrats!


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  9. 302Tim

    302Tim Formula 3

    Jul 2, 2011
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    Congratulations, enjoy the event, it's pretty special.
     
  10. jgmblair

    jgmblair Formula Junior
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    Those who "get it", get it! I get it. Congrats Claude!
     
  11. AHudson

    AHudson F1 Rookie
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    Jul 7, 2005
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    Congrats big time. Those first few months of feeling each other out (!) are the funnest if not the most rewarding.

    I always spend more time and money in the early stages, improving what I imagine to be a deficit and largely theoretical. Fun times. ENJOY!
     
  12. MS250

    MS250 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Have fun Claude !

    Enjoy your ride.
     
  13. 88Testarossa

    88Testarossa Formula 3

    Sep 25, 2012
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    Congrats Claude. I wish you and the car a happy, long life!


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  14. ozziindaus

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    The first time I drove my TR, I was a little nervous like on a first date as Mr. Chairman would say. That goes away pretty quickly. This is the ultimate drivers car from the way the seats hug you and the open visibility all the way to the sound, smell and feel of the flat 12 behind you. There is no comparison.
     
  15. Testarossa1

    Testarossa1 Karting

    Jun 15, 2007
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    You are a very wise and discerning gentleman with the epitome of good taste sir !!!!!!

    Tr boy
     
  16. godabitibi

    godabitibi F1 Veteran
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    Thanks everybody! I'm back home. A nice trip and we met nice people. Some pictures to come but I'm presently very tired and will post them later. She is still in the trailer but I'm so happy she here at home.

    Tomorrow I have to move all the cars to make room for her.
     
  17. MS250

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    Congrats Claude !

    Glad everything went perfect, to bad you didn't drive her home, for once the weather was awesome this weekend.
     
  18. ozziindaus

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    Now that's gotta be the best compliment I have ever received. Mum would be proud. Thanks
     
  19. gt4me

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    Well done.
     
  20. okiedude

    okiedude Formula 3

    Jul 11, 2011
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    A toast to new ownership!
     
  21. Testarossa Lover

    Testarossa Lover F1 Rookie
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    Dec 31, 2006
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    Congrats... I can't wait to see pics...
     
  22. godabitibi

    godabitibi F1 Veteran
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  23. gt4me

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    Wow, better than I expected. Looks great in yellow.
     
  24. godabitibi

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  25. godabitibi

    godabitibi F1 Veteran
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    #25 godabitibi, Apr 21, 2014
    Last edited by a moderator: Sep 7, 2017
    Secured in the trailer ready to go.

    A proud new owner.

    On the left is Ben my friend who own the trailer and the Diablo and Pantera I have here at home.

    On the right is Bryan Corlett of Manx classics. He is the brother of the owner and is a real nice guy. Doing business with him was a pleasure.

    Note: Notice the lower grille that has probably been put back wrong on the last engine out service.
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