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Discussion in 'Ferrari Discussion (not model specific)' started by slice, Jan 5, 2008.

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  1. slice

    slice Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2008
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    Connecticut, US
    #26 slice, Jan 6, 2008
    Thanks Saint -

    I am in lower Fairfield County. Last time I was in Essex was to take the little man to Thomas the Tank Engine - it's a beautiful place. I think the largest Ferrari show in the area is Festa di Ferrari, held for the past 3 years at the Italian Center in Stamford, in September. Not sure if you've been - if not, might want to check it out next year.

    Once I join the "club", I'll be there, that's for sure.

    Best of Luck.
     
  2. slice

    slice Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2008
    312
    Connecticut, US
    #27 slice, Jan 6, 2008
    Thanks Knight. Yes, the Porsche is a thrill, although let's be honest, it's a silver medal at best.
     
  3. NoFerrari

    NoFerrari Karting

    Nov 24, 2004
    165
    Oakland,Ca/LA
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    Benny
    #28 NoFerrari, Jan 6, 2008
    I love your story also. I hope you can make a person feel just as great too when you become a "member."
     
  4. JDZNate

    JDZNate Formula Junior

    May 14, 2007
    607
    Portland, OR
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    Nate
    #29 JDZNate, Jan 7, 2008
    Great story, thanks for sharing.
     
  5. 134282

    134282 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    Aug 3, 2002
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    Carbon McCoy
    #30 134282, Jan 7, 2008
    You wouldn't happen to know the serial number of that 512 TR, would you...?

    Great story, and welcome.
     
  6. slice

    slice Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2008
    312
    Connecticut, US
    #31 slice, Jan 7, 2008
    Sorry, I don't. I was from Kessler in NYC and I fell out of touch with them in 1995/96 - I don't believe he kept the car much longer however (he had a red Testarossa before the 512 TR) - I can't be sure, but it was likely an 1988-89 model.
     
  7. Jackmb1

    Jackmb1 F1 Rookie

    Dec 27, 2005
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    #32 Jackmb1, Jan 7, 2008
    Great story. What a cool thing to do.
     
  8. 134282

    134282 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #33 134282, Jan 7, 2008
    I don't suppose you know who the previous or subsequent owner(s) of that yellow TR were, or if you're willing to disclose the name of the owner you knew at the time of ownership...?
     
  9. slice

    slice Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2008
    312
    Connecticut, US
    #34 slice, Jan 8, 2008
    Sorry, I don't know any history of the car beyond the period I described. The owner, as you can imagine, was pretty private and I need to honor that.
     
  10. 134282

    134282 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #35 134282, Jan 8, 2008
    I can definitely appreciate that. Regardless, it's a great story, and I'm happy you shared it.
     
  11. UConn Husky

    UConn Husky F1 Rookie
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    Nov 11, 2006
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    #36 UConn Husky, Jan 8, 2008
    Great experience you had! I was bit by a similar bug and hopped into a yellow 355 F1 last year...

    I was there at the Festa this year (and had the kiddos down to see Thomas in Essex!) The Hartford Concorso is as big or bigger than Festa depending on the weather. Shoot me a PM if you want the true Ferrari experience - dropping the engine out!
     
  12. JustinL

    JustinL Rookie

    Jan 16, 2007
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    Edison, New Jersey
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    Justin
    #37 JustinL, Jan 8, 2008
    wow, definitely an awesome story!! Cant wait to show it to my girlfriend. She loves hearing these kind of priceless experiences, as do I!
     
  13. slice

    slice Formula Junior

    Jan 4, 2008
    312
    Connecticut, US
    #38 slice, Jan 8, 2008
    Thanks UCONN for the tip, I've heard about the Hartford event - sounds good. Dropping the engine sounds scary to me, a person who beyond detailing a car can't work on one at all.

    Go huskies!
     
  14. jimshadow

    jimshadow F1 Veteran
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    Feb 19, 2006
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    #39 jimshadow, Jan 8, 2008
    Great story!!!!

    In my mind, THAT is one of the things Ferrari ownership is about...Spreading the joy!

    Thanks for sharing.

    JIM
     
  15. burriana

    burriana Formula 3

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    #40 burriana, Jan 9, 2008
    Drop your local FOC a line. There must be someone who will oblige. Not everyone cocoons them for the winter. Good luck.

    My dad is 80 and he never went in the last one, mainly as he has no real interest. I'm going to make sure he has a ride in this one.
     
  16. TexasF355F1

    TexasF355F1 Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    #41 TexasF355F1, Jan 9, 2008
    Finally a truly GOOD story.
     
  17. Saintv90

    Saintv90 Rookie

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    #42 Saintv90, Jan 9, 2008
    Fantastic story! Thanks for sharing!
     
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