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  1. StephenCushing

    StephenCushing Karting

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    #1 StephenCushing, Oct 19, 2014
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    I just wanted to say thanks and goodbye, I’ve sold the 308 and time to move onto the next project. I’ve had fun restoring and driving the Ferrari, especially the trip to Italy my wife and I took this June. This forum has been the best I’ve ever used and I will miss you all. Steve
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  2. ferraripete

    ferraripete F1 World Champ

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    #2 ferraripete, Oct 19, 2014
    no need to leave friends...hang around!!
     
  3. 308 milano

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    #3 308 milano, Oct 19, 2014
    +1
     
  4. chrisbinsb

    chrisbinsb F1 Rookie

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    #4 chrisbinsb, Oct 19, 2014
    Sold mine 5 months ago and I still hang around....
     
  5. HotShoe

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    #5 HotShoe, Oct 19, 2014
    Best of luck!
     
  6. wax

    wax Five Time F1 World Champ
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    #6 wax, Oct 19, 2014
    I feel so . . . used.
     
  7. George Vosburgh

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    #7 George Vosburgh, Oct 19, 2014
    So what's next? Great looking car by the way.
     
  8. climb

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    #8 climb, Oct 19, 2014
    Echo the stick around sentiment.

    Best of luck as you go through your bucket list.
     
  9. Todd308TR

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    #9 Todd308TR, Oct 19, 2014
    What is the next project?
     
  10. JohnnyTS

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    #10 JohnnyTS, Oct 19, 2014
    you gonna miss that car !
     
  11. StephenCushing

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    #11 StephenCushing, Oct 19, 2014
    It's a Lotus Esprit, It almost looks the same and it will eat the Ferrari from a standing start.....I know the 308 I had was a USA spec "Slow one" but the Lotus has the edge due to the turbo.
     
  12. wax

    wax Five Time F1 World Champ
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    #12 wax, Oct 19, 2014
    Oh, man.

    I've got the torches . . . Who's got the pitchforks? ;)

    What Esprit did you score?

    BTW - 2 reasons to stick around:

    We've got a British Car subforum here.
    Just as you may seek advice there, someone will benefit from your 308 experience on this subforum.
     
  13. Bell Bloke

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    #13 Bell Bloke, Oct 20, 2014
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  14. GrayTA

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    #14 GrayTA, Oct 20, 2014
    Please, by all means stick around. I would LOVE to hear more stories about the Lotus!!! Always loved the Esprits!!!




    PDG
     
  15. rdefabri

    rdefabri Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #15 rdefabri, Oct 20, 2014
    Yes, there are quite a few Lotus folks here - no need to leave the forum!

    The majority of my time (and posts) here was as a non-owner (I've had a 308 for 2 years now).
     
  16. Todd308TR

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    #16 Todd308TR, Oct 20, 2014
    The one in the picture I guess? Cool
     
  17. StephenCushing

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    #17 StephenCushing, Oct 20, 2014
    I am from Norfolk, born in Gorleston, actually met Colin Chapman, I was only 9 years old at the time but, he came to visit my fathers factory as he was interested in what my dad was doing with glass-fibre, still nice to have met him. Yes, the new project is already in the garage and stripped as we speak, and yes, I’ll stick around on Fchat.
     
  18. Robb

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    #18 Robb, Oct 21, 2014
    +1

    Robb




     
  19. andyww

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    #19 andyww, Oct 21, 2014
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    Its tricky to talk about the Esprit on this forum since its better than the Ferrari in so many ways. Much stiffer chassis, better handling, faster, none of the "cant put too many miles on it" cachet.
    I bought my first Esprit in 1985. Currently doing a rolling restoration on this one. Hoping to get it out the garage for the first time in a few days time.
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  20. Bell Bloke

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    #20 Bell Bloke, Oct 21, 2014
    Wow Andy, and with red interior, my favourite!
     
  21. andyww

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    #21 andyww, Oct 21, 2014
    The interior of this car is absolutely stunning. I have spent time just sitting in it! Its like the day it came out the factory. The PO who is a friend of mine owned it since 1986 and kept the leather in tip top condition. Theres not a single mark or scuff on it.

    I will get pics when I get it out of the garage and post in the British Car forum.
     
  22. AaronMeisner

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    #22 AaronMeisner, Oct 21, 2014

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