Hey gang! Am bringing an old car home this weekend, (fingers crossed). I'm sure there is a lot of support thru Oregon and California, but what is the best route thru NV, AZ, NM?? I10?? So far the only stops are in Napa. Golden Gate Bridge?? (I heard it's For Sale). Should the Harrah collection in Reno be added? Maybe the new Jim Hall Exhibit in Midland? Any emergency shops along the way you'd recommend for parts support? TIA, Speedy308
The midland trip is a must What'dya get there speedy? knowing what kind of service you may require would help....
Picking up the Portland 308GTB, in FerrariAds. Meticulously dealer maintained for 29,000 miles. Gonna take it slow, hopefully won't need anything, but if it stops, will flatbed to nearest assistance! Route so far: Portland to Napa.........Houston, Texas. Note there is some gaps there!!!!!!!! After that, taking advice here!! Thanks!!! Shall I take notes, pics?? We're gonna see the Andretti Winery Saturday (See No. Cal. Section)
Well, are you a super slab kinda guy? If so, no brainer, just remember the odd numbers run north and south and the even numbers go east and west. But if you have a sense of adventure, I can give you some alternative routes. But I wouldn't count on any Ferrari assistance. If fact, I wouldn't even count on cell phones working. Just you, your Ferrari, and the deep blue sky. Dr "I'm a back road man" Tax
Hey Speedy! Well, I'm in Albuquerque, NM (near Santa Fe) right at the intersection of I-25 and I-40. Best route through NM: Stay on the highways (I-25 or I-40). If there's a problem, I know of shops around here that can address it. I'll PM you with my mobile #. Take care, --Mike
Thanks, Mike! I know Dr. Tax, I'd like to take the scenic route as well but I've used too many vacation days as an Art Car! LOL! This is gonna be like, "Look, there's the......., ZIP" 37 Hours total drive time, 4 days to do it! Friday - Monday (My Bday.) "Feet don't fail me now!" Lowell George
Thru Nevada, I'd like to go Reno- Las Vegas, but that's NOT a big line on the map!! V. advocates south thru CA first, to I10. LA??? I don't wanna be in LA!!!
Speedy 308. THere is plenty of support in AZ. By the way, I have a 79 308, and I've put 2000 miles on it recently with no problems. I recommend that you bring some oil with you. Just in case.
Yea, I've got fuel filter, plugs, alternator belts and Royal Purple 20-50W on the list, so far.....gas credit card... road tunes.... Total miles is around 2275. I've gone that far without problems, but don't know this car. Of course, it is identicle to the one I DO know, but newer! At least 300 cars newer!
Don't forget the all important Ferrari Support Rolodex. It has names and addresses of dealers, independent mechanics and parts people all over the country. www.ferrariclub.com/rolodex
portland south to LA, Turn left on I-10 and go to Texas. Stop along the way at: Napa, and Ferrari of SF, golden gate bridge, SF city, Monterey, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Grand canyon and then straight shot to texas.
Speedy, stop through LA and give me a call!! PM me for my number. If you are here on Saturday I would love to get you down to Crystal Cove
Get out a map. Locate Lake Tahoe. Now, locate Pueblo, Colorado. The line that connects these dots is US 50. Because it is the high dessert, it will be a lot cooler than the I-10 pit. Plus, how fast do you want to go? It will just be you and your Ferrari, baby. Only problem will be night driving. There is a lot of wild life out at night. I have done this run in more past lifetimes than I care to admit. You'll come back a new man. Dr "Long Lonesome Highway" Tax ps If you need a Karma refill, drop down to 4 corners.
Spend tyhe night in Sante Fe, go to the bar in the Eldorado hotel, eat at the bar and talk to Dan the bartender, he is a jaguar man but nice anyway. Messilla by Las Cruces is another good break point, eat at the Double Eagle or the Mexican place by the Plaza. Enjoy the meal because it is the last food until Houston if you stay on I-10
Thanks! Sante Fe is a great ski spot, too. Appreciate the tip! The ONLY allure to I10 is the straight line speed factor. Wish I had the time to linger... say, a month!!!
Alan, Don't forget the Digital Camera!! Take lots Pix, but no Wooden Nickels (lol) Btw, Is the Lovely Brunette riding Shotgun?
Yep! She's a good driver (New Beetle Turbo S, 6 speed), but over drives the braking zones, IMO. She says "I have a good record!". LOL! Don't you hate drivers that do that? I was contemplating going it alone, but she'd have none of it! A friend of the family was killed in a 914 in 1972 when he and his gf fell asleep on the way home to Texas from a ski trip. Hit a bridge and burned. I had his Ludwigs for years, after. Maybe she DOES love me! I have no experience with that, having only a wife before! I'm glad the Napa Valley thing with Mario fit the schedule. I think after that it's all truck stops!!!! Beef jerkey and bad coffee. You guys are doing great! Keep it up!
ChuckEbaby, She picked out a new sundress for the Winery tour, and told me I'd better get a haircut! I've met Mario many times with my charity work, we'll test his memory. She wanted to video, too, but I had to lug the gear! "To go faster, add lightness."
Have some fun Buddy!! It would be nice for you to get 1-2 more days for such an adventure. Have you thought about running the Oregon Coast? Very Scenic!! I envision a similar trip when I purchase one next Spring. I believe the first Trip should be a personal one! ( No transport here.) ( Unless it's an East Coast Purchase. 1800- 2000 miles would be doable, but 4-5 days to absorb the experience.) I envy your "Fortunate" Task..
I know, that coast highway's calling! I've never seen the Pacific! Golden Gate Bridge is two birds with one stone!
If you're planning to go through Vegas and then into AZ, be aware that there are construction and security delays at the Hoover Dam. Not so bad on weekdays, but they can be major on weekends. An alternative to crossing the dam is to go south on rt. 95 to Needles and pick up I-40 there. Let me know if you need help for the Vegas area.
Thanks for that, the desert areas are a big concern, but by then hopefully I'm comfortable with the car and we're clicking along!
Of all things to bring Alan, remember a fire extinguisher. You don't want a repeat of last time. I just looked at the ad, you must love those boxer trims cars. Happy trails & have a safe journey.
Actually, the first car didn't catch fire until we were back in Houston. Good thought though. I'll add it to the list. Do you think the airlines would worry if I just carried a honkin' BIG one on the plane, on my lap?????