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  1. hardtop

    hardtop F1 World Champ

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    #1 hardtop, Mar 13, 2008
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    We've had record cold and snow in our little town. Ferraris have been sleeping for over 100 days and I have not even gotten to drive a 3 pedal car in the meantime. Tuesday we finally had a nice day with a high of 50, so I got the 328 out for a spin. I took these shots while warming up. The mountain in the backround is 14,196 foot Mt Princeton. The car started and ran flawlessly BTW. A great lift for my spirits.

    Dave
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  2. Tifoso

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    #2 Tifoso, Mar 13, 2008
    Wow - that first shot is just heavenly. Even though you can't drive all year round, it's a worthwhile tradeoff when you have the priviledge of driving in an environment like that! You got me jonesing for a trip to Vermont once the thaw hits.......
     
  3. Rosso328

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    #3 Rosso328, Mar 13, 2008
    What he said!!! I used to live in the Rockies, and loved it. Now I live in the sunshine, and love it. But every now and then I really miss the majestic scenery...
     
  4. Dino944

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    #4 Dino944, Mar 13, 2008
    Great photos! You are lucky to have some great weather to take it out today. I'm just waiting for some nice rain to wash all the sand and salt off our roads. Until then, I just have to admire mine in the garage.

    Best regards,
    Dino
     
  5. ducowti

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    #5 ducowti, Mar 13, 2008
    That first shot is great!
     
  6. miketuason

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    #6 miketuason, Mar 13, 2008
    WOW! she's awake!:)
     
  7. vail

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    #7 vail, Mar 13, 2008
    Glad you can wake up over the hill. Here in Vail there is white stuff and gravel on the path. Still sleeping.
     
  8. furmano

    furmano Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #8 furmano, Mar 14, 2008
    Very nice. Even after a long winter, spring will always come.

    -F
     
  9. pdmracing

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    #9 pdmracing, Mar 14, 2008
    Wow great shots ,
    reminds me of a when I lived in the great white north. I took my GT4 out on a day that looked like yours. I am cruzing through some little new england town when I see another car approaching fast. As it got closer it was a Lambo espada doing the same thing I was. We pulled over & had a chat before going on our way.

    Almost missing the winter snow.......almost
     
  10. Strino

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    #10 Strino, Mar 14, 2008
    Beautiful photos.

    Find happiness in the snow with a snowmobile. :) I know I would.
    I play hard all year long.. if it doesn't have four wheels, it has a track and two skis. :D
     
  11. F328GTS/GTB

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    #11 F328GTS/GTB, Mar 14, 2008
    Hi Dave,

    Nice pics of a nice car. We've nearly the same (mine is 1988,5 red/black GTB).
    I saw in your profile that you had a lot of 3x8 in the past, including a 1985 308 QV (I love this car).
    Which of your 3x8 was your favourite ?
    And 328 : which do you prefer GTB or GTS ???? (old question but I don't imagine what a poll would give: preferred 50 % GTB / 50 % GTS or 30 % GTB / 70 % GTS ?...).

    Enjoy the spring and summer rides before next hibernation...
     
  12. Bullfighter

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    #12 Bullfighter, Mar 14, 2008
    100 days without a Ferrari :( ... I guess that's one reason to put up with California.
     
  13. 308 GTB

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    #13 308 GTB, Mar 14, 2008
    Wow! These are some of the nicest Ferrari pictures I've ever seen, Dave.
     
  14. hardtop

    hardtop F1 World Champ

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    #14 hardtop, Mar 14, 2008
    My current 328 is the favorite. Took 18 months to find. I've owned it 6+ years now and plan to keep it until I'm dead. B's rule. Also have a 430 but I chose to take the 328 out first. Maybe there's a message there?

    Best,
    Dave
     
  15. hardtop

    hardtop F1 World Champ

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    #15 hardtop, Mar 14, 2008
    Jon,
    I've spent over a year of my life in CA a few days at a time. No thanks.

    Dave
     
  16. Newman

    Newman F1 World Champ
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    #16 Newman, Mar 14, 2008
    I rolled my car out today as well, sunny and warm.....10 degrees C woohooo! Thats warm to us anyway mmmmm hydrocarbons all over my clothes.
     
  17. vail

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    #17 vail, Mar 14, 2008
    Jon- I was born and raised in CA. Was great 20-30 years ago. The crowds and expense are too problematic now. Springtime driving in the twisties here or in Moab makes the wait worth it.
     
  18. hardtop

    hardtop F1 World Champ

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    #18 hardtop, Mar 14, 2008
    True story!
     
  19. 76Steel

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    #19 76Steel, Mar 14, 2008
    This is what I'm looking at before any real good weather kicks in in NJ!!
     

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