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Discussion in 'Texas' started by texasmr2, Jun 9, 2010.

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  1. ChunkyMonkey

    ChunkyMonkey Formula 3

    Feb 27, 2006
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    Well Gregg, my offer still stands. I get off my sidejob at 2am and willing to drive half from San Antonio to you if you'd like to use my gear. Keep us posted on the excitement! If I could get off work tomorrow i'd drive the whole way but have to be in at 5am. Have fun buddy.
     
  2. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Had to postpone the F40 drive due to some family stuff that came up. Owner said no problem just let him know when I can make it. A blessing in disguise really really because I will have time to do it 'right'.
     
  3. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Well FINALLY after getting settled into my new town and career it looks like I'll be taking 'the ride of a lifetime' on Nov 20th. We will be meeting for lunch and then a cruise before I top off the day with the Roger Waters concert!! I'm buying a new digital camera so I will have pics and video to share.

    Next rung on the ladder will be hunting for a ride in a 288GTO!!!!!
     
  4. AnotherDunneDeal

    AnotherDunneDeal F1 Veteran

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    Got to keep a friends McLaren F1 for three days a few years ago. The story has been reposted here on several occasions. Talk about once in a lifetime. A photo of the car is on my profile page..........

    Not to highjack your thread but I just had to relive the McLaren for a while. Hope you enjoy your ride in the F40........
     
  5. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    A 'highjack' story I could listen to over and over and thanks I have waited 20yr's for this to happen, patience is a ***** lol!!!
     
  6. NeuroBeaker

    NeuroBeaker Advising Moderator
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    Strange... I didn't know the word " v i r t u e " was censored by FChat. :confused:

    ;) :D

    Hope you have a great time riding in the F40. :cool:

    All the best,
    Andrew.
     
  7. Ferraribot

    Ferraribot F1 Veteran

    Just came across this, so awesome! Can't wait to see the pics/video.
     
  8. bbs911

    bbs911 Formula Junior

    May 31, 2007
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    Thanks for the update. I've been wondering if this ever took place.
     
  9. TexasF355F1

    TexasF355F1 Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    That's awesome Gregg. Looking forward to this pics and vids.
     
  10. MobileJay

    MobileJay Formula 3

    Sep 9, 2006
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    Awesome man have fun. That beauty will probably get dirty after driving around, pass along my number LMAO. Have a good time man.
     
  11. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Good call Jay and I will do that but you will need to pm me your number again ok? Hope your well brother and wish I could have utilized your skills but it was a crazy time, I appreciate your friendship.

    Best to all,
    Gregg
     
  12. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Only three more days woo hoo!!!!
     
  13. Brangeta

    Brangeta Formula 3

    Jan 31, 2005
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    Seems to me you need to make a trip to Best Buy and document your ride so you remember it. Some company makes throw away video cameras now, I've seen them at CVS but don't know anything about them.

    I had a ride in a Miura a few years ago and I'm very happy that I have a video to rewatch.
     
  14. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #39 texasmr2, Nov 17, 2010
    Last edited: Nov 17, 2010
    I was gonna buy a new digital camera this week but got 'laid off' so that is a no go but I have asked the owner if he can supply one. I thought about your idea yesterday concerning the disposable video camera's so thanks and I will check it out.
     
  15. FarmerDave

    FarmerDave F1 World Champ
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    I have a different opinion.

    Leave your cellphone and video camera and usb cables and laptop at home.

    The F40 is from an era when none of these things were commonplace.

    They will only distract you from enjoying the experience.

    You want your memories to be of the stitching on the alcantera, and the raw fiberglass & carbon, and the smell, and the view out the windsheild. Not of fumbling with your camera.
     
  16. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #41 texasmr2, Nov 17, 2010
    Last edited: Nov 17, 2010
    I don't have a USB port connected to my memory lol and I won't be fumbling with a camera, I'll be making memories that I can share. Too each their own right?

    Gregg

    ps,
    Next year I'll be on the hunt for a '288 GTO' ride along so might aswell start now right!
     
  17. bbs911

    bbs911 Formula Junior

    May 31, 2007
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    Update?
     
  18. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Our schedules did not mesh so perhaps another day.
     
  19. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    Well as we all know some things are worth waiting for aslong as you are persistant and gracious, blah blah blah yada yada yada right!!!!!

    This coming saturday my patience will finally pay off and I will be getting that F40 ride for sure this time. I cannot express how thankful I am that the owner has waited patiently while my new career constantly got in the way but not this time. There will be pics and video also so when you see a slight drool along with a hint of a tear in my eye go easy on me. Another great thing is I will get to share the experience with three new frinds, the owner and two who will be helping me celebrate my b-day.

    Gregg
     
  20. TexasF355F1

    TexasF355F1 Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Awesome Gregg.

    Happy Birthday!
     
  21. BlackBird007

    BlackBird007 F1 Rookie

    Feb 22, 2010
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    That's awesome Gregg! The F40 is my favorite Prancing Horse and riding in one is on my bucket list. Almost got that to happen last year at MSR, but sadly didn't work out. Riding in one for a birthday gift...that's just pure awesome!

    Enjoy the ride. I know you will. I mean, who wouldn't be happy riding in an F40? :)
     
  22. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    #47 texasmr2, Jun 30, 2011
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    Yes it is going to be awesome indeed and I know the friends joining me are just as excited as I am. I guess there is an advantage to being born on the 4th of July and I use it baby lol yet in reality it just goes to show that the largest % of owners get just as much enjoyment sharing their cars with others who are just as passionate about Ferrari as they are.

    I can't believe it has already been 3yr's since my brother from another mother BigTex let me drive his red 308GTB all afternoon after a C&C meet, my first Fcar driving experience. I enjoyed just as much the day BigTex let me tag along to assist him with getting his blue 308GTB back on the road.

    http://s27.photobucket.com/albums/c160/texasmr2/?action=view&current=MOV00022.mp4

    I'll start working on my 288 GTO drive soon for next year. I may have to travel abit for that one but thats ok. I'm working my way down a list in my head but that can deviate. Since I will be moving back to Houston in a few weeks the opportunity for for rides will increase and I have Lil Squid and Andy's 550 Maranello on my short list and we may finally get have that lunch or dinner we have been talking about for so long now, good friends and good times aint nothing better.
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  23. texasmr2

    texasmr2 Two Time F1 World Champ
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    I had too laugh at mom today worrying about the malcontents joining me this weekend!!
     
  24. zaevor2000

    zaevor2000 Formula 3

    Jul 18, 2007
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    I also love having been born on the 4th of July (1964) in Dallas. I wouldn't trade my birthday for any amount of money. I know you are the same.

    Something truly wonderful about going out at night on your birthday and seeing fireworks. everyone's in a good mood, and the weather's always nice and warm.

    I hope your birthday this year is wonderful.

    Several people at RAC and elsewhere are doing their best to make a 25 yr dream of mine come to fruition... who knows what the future holds... so close I can taste it but don't want to take the chance on jinxing it... if it happens you'll hear the screaming all the way from Dallas!!!

    Frank
     
  25. BigTex

    BigTex Seven Time F1 World Champ
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    Dec 6, 2002
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    I need a new hat.....LOL!

    Can't seem to find a Dockers Panama anywhere this season.....
     

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