How much of a poseur are you?

VisualHomage · Jan 24, 2014

Very sobering commentary on the new GT3 with PDK only:

[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVdme4ISq8Y]New Porsche 991 GT3. First Drive. - /CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS - YouTube[/ame]

x z8 · May 29, 2014

VisualHomage said: ↑

I lost my subscription so cannot post a poll. But the categories would be:

1. I am mostly a poseur and prefer automatic transmissions, paddles, and soft suspension. The gratuitous attention from peers is my main reason for having a Ferrari. I have low self-esteem generally and need external validation nearly constantly. I am arrogant, shallow, and insecure. My material possessions stand in place of my personality.

2. I am somewhat of a poseur. I like a variety of transmission types and enjoy the attention but do not need it. I will flip my Ferrari at the end of the lease and buy something else. My self-esteem varies. I am not a boring person but not always very interesting once my car is taken out of the equation. I don't really need the car anyway and can get along well with a variety of types.

3. I am mostly an enthusiast but will enjoy paddle shifting but really prefer stick shifting manual transmissions and drive for my own pleasure nearly 100% of the time. I do like the attention but could also care less about the attention. I am more realistic and centrist about my life and car. I can hold my own in conversations and can be very engaging, at the center.

4. I am a "pure enthusiast." I am hardcore and like stick shift manual transmissions only. I am very edgy and a snob. I am very arrogant and know everything. I drive for my own pleasure 100% of the time and couldn't care less about the attention. In fact I actually resent the attention. I am borderline anti-social with a chip on my shoulder. Get out of my way.

You can answer with a simple "3" or "1" and/or explain yourself. If you don't fit the categories then you can say why.
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Odd. Only number 3 is not negative or derogatory. The slant here portrays Ferrari owners poorly.

Regarding transmissions... I have driven sports cars (many exotics) with manual transmissions for 33 years. For the most part, they are more engaging then paddle shifters. That being said, driving the 458 aggressively in "race" mode is a great thrill that can stand up to any drive that I've ever had with any manual. For the most part, most people are just unaware of how pleasurable Ferrari's current DCT's are when driven hard or conversely how civil they can be when required. Priceless. Your view does not resonate with me. Sorry.

VisualHomage · May 29, 2014

x z8 said: ↑

Odd. Only number 3 is not negative or derogatory. The slant here portrays Ferrari owners poorly.

Regarding transmissions... I have driven sports cars (many exotics) with manual transmissions for 33 years. For the most part, they are more engaging then paddle shifters. That being said, driving the 458 aggressively in "race" mode is a great thrill that can stand up to any drive that I've ever had with any manual. For the most part, most people are just unaware of how pleasurable Ferrari's current DCT's are when driven hard or conversely how civil they can be when required. Priceless. Your view does not resonate with me. Sorry.
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It does resonate with you You are a 3 (mostly). Had this not resonated then you wouldn't have bothered to waste your time with a reply to a thread like this.

And I thought this thread had died and run its course.

Peace.

Hannibal308 · Jun 3, 2014

Total ZERO: zero sperm count, zero self esteem, erectile dysfunction, rogaine for my bald cranium, rogaine for my chest, zero credit available on my credit card, zero personality, but one BAD @$$ Ferrari to drive around!

VisualHomage · Jun 4, 2014

Hannibal308 said: ↑

Total ZERO: zero sperm count, zero self esteem, erectile dysfunction, rogaine for my bald cranium, rogaine for my chest, zero credit available on my credit card, zero personality, but one BAD @$$ Ferrari to drive around!
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LOL!!!! hHHAHAHHhHAHAHHAHAaaa---noted

Excellent

jumpinjohn · Jun 12, 2014

VisualHomage said: ↑

I lost my subscription so cannot post a poll. But the categories would be:

1. I am mostly a poseur and prefer automatic transmissions, paddles, and soft suspension. The gratuitous attention from peers is my main reason for having a Ferrari. I have low self-esteem generally and need external validation nearly constantly. I am arrogant, shallow, and insecure. My material possessions stand in place of my personality.

2. I am somewhat of a poseur. I like a variety of transmission types and enjoy the attention but do not need it. I will flip my Ferrari at the end of the lease and buy something else. My self-esteem varies. I am not a boring person but not always very interesting once my car is taken out of the equation. I don't really need the car anyway and can get along well with a variety of types.

3. I am mostly an enthusiast but will enjoy paddle shifting but really prefer stick shifting manual transmissions and drive for my own pleasure nearly 100% of the time. I do like the attention but could also care less about the attention. I am more realistic and centrist about my life and car. I can hold my own in conversations and can be very engaging, at the center.

4. I am a "pure enthusiast." I am hardcore and like stick shift manual transmissions only. I am very edgy and a snob. I am very arrogant and know everything. I drive for my own pleasure 100% of the time and couldn't care less about the attention. In fact I actually resent the attention. I am borderline anti-social with a chip on my shoulder. Get out of my way.

You can answer with a simple "3" or "1" and/or explain yourself. If you don't fit the categories then you can say why.
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VisualHomage said: ↑

And I thought this thread had died and run its course.

Peace.
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Apparently it is now revived...

rrobert222 · Jun 14, 2014

jumpinjohn said: ↑

Apparently it is now revived...
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It's the cats...
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UroTrash · Jun 14, 2014

How much of a poseur am I?

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Glassman · Jun 14, 2014

This thread has got me very concerned. I'm afraid that I might lose my subscription. Do any long time members have any input or help to impart? I didn't sleep well last night.

Shootfighter65 · Jun 14, 2014

Solid 3. I dont track my car doubt I would. But love spirited driving

BULL RUN · Jun 14, 2014

I don't agree with your categories.The "pure enthusiast" would tend to be old school generation, not wanting to progress with technology and more down to earth. The "snob" and other descriptions wouldn't apply to them. That would be exclusively applied to #1

kev360 · Jun 14, 2014

I thought the original post was funny. Lots of different thoughts on this topic though. People take this stuff too seriously. I often considered myself a poser but maybe not
I drive a modern F car (599gto). Never in auto mode cause I like to paddle shift. I don't track cars because I suck at it so I will never reach the potential of my current car. Got rid of my Diablo SV because it was too flashy. Just sold my 997 GT2 because I got sick of rowing gears. I love all cars and each has an appeal all it's own. Maybe I am not posing but just getting older. Got lots of high end watches but never wear them. Drive around in flip flops I bought from the Skechers store. Tommy Bahamas wrinkled shorts and t shirt. People in general don't judge me cause I work hard and I'm a pretty nice guy. Not sure where I fit but I enjoyed reading the thread.

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