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  1. Robert Collins

    Robert Collins Karting

    May 10, 2020
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    Totally agreed. I have always been a car guy, andI have always loved and cared for whatever I could afford to drive. From a slower than Christmas (but quite cool) 1983 BMW 320is with Recaro seats, BBS Rims and a Momo steering wheel to my new 458 Spider, they have all been fun, entertaining and worth my time. I actually LOVED my 1988 Triple White Acura Integra that I drove all 5.5 years of college to get my two degrees. I put 180,000 on that car, and it looked new when I sold it. Hard to kill a Honda...only thing I ever replaced was an alternator and he did it under warranty at 150,000 miles...nice guy taking care of a college kid.
     
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  2. IloveGT

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    yes, I bet it must be the Integra before the 4 eyes design! was it? love Integra. I always wanted Mazda rx-7 FD, but was too tall for it. the rear in white simply was and still is so good looking! Turbo rotary engine with 8000 rpm! genius!
     
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  3. cole328

    cole328 Formula Junior

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    Ok. Super. Many thanks and enjoy the trip!


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  4. Robert Collins

    Robert Collins Karting

    May 10, 2020
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    #729 Robert Collins, Mar 16, 2021
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    Yes it was the 1988 Integra Special Edition with the pop-up headlights. I thought that was a cool look...so dated now, but loved it then.
     
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  5. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

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    Age of kids? What are they into? What are you wanting to do?
     
  6. Chizz

    Chizz Formula Junior
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    Your post is right on the money!
    I almost lost my wife to COVID. I turn 54 this year. I have spent most of my adult working life making my family’s dreams come true to my deficit. Don’t get me wrong I would do anything for them but now it’s my turn. I truly work my butt off every day. I was going to get a 458 or 488 but I decided what the heck YOLO for a bit more money I can have the car of my dreams. So I pulled the trigger on the F8.
    I do feel guilty occasionally because it is so expensive. But, I know when it gets here and I sit behind that wheel it will be all worth it.
    CHEERS to living our lives to the fullest!!! No regrets (within reason)!
     
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  7. cole328

    cole328 Formula Junior

    May 9, 2014
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    Kids are 10, 12,14 and 16. All adventurous We I’ve been to Mexico many times, but I think they’re getting tired of just goofing around on the beach. Maybe some zip lining some of that rock sliding, or other unusual activities sounded nice nice. We went to North Carolina this past summer and rented a house on the lake Knee boarded and tubed for hours upon hours


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  8. dustman

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    Costa Rica and Azores for adventures at those ages.
     
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  9. Robert Collins

    Robert Collins Karting

    May 10, 2020
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    Our kids are 20,18 and 15, but only the 15 year led is here. I’ll sum it up this weekend on the plane home, but so many fun things to do. Hitting Old San Juan tomorrow which I have heard is like Charleston or New Orleans.
     
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  10. cole328

    cole328 Formula Junior

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    sounds great and thanks much safe travels home
     
  11. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

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    Well, there are plenty of things you can do there. Horseback riding, zip lining, hiking, night kayaking in the fluorescent bay (you can also go in a boat), plenty of water related activities (skiing, wake boarding, kite surfing, surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving, you name it. It all comes down to where in the island.
     
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  12. GT2goneF

    GT2goneF F1 Rookie

    May 28, 2020
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    It is nice. Very historic, you will see the castle, fort, old colorful houses, old chapel, brick roads, lots of green and blue. The Princess pass (literal translation of the Paseo de la Princesa) is a beautiful walk along the waterfront, just in front of the El Morro castle. Must go during the day and also during the night. Lots of artisans, art galleries and great food. If you want to eat really good typical food, Raices Restaurant, is a pretty good place to go. There are also some other really good restaurants in the area.
     
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  13. cole328

    cole328 Formula Junior

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    Traded in the AMG 63, and picked up a 2021 Audi S6. First Audi product I have owned. 100 miles, and I must say, I am pretty impressed thus far Image Unavailable, Please Login


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  14. dustman

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    Big delta in performance, is that noticeable?
     
  15. cole328

    cole328 Formula Junior

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    Yes. HUGE difference. The e63 was a beast. Loved it. Big fan of the AMG brand, and I will get another one at some point

    I was just tired of shelling out $2200 a month on the lease. It got annoying, especially when I have my f430 to drive around on the weekends.

    So I leased this and saved about $800 a month. Handles great, beautiful inside, and has way better tech than the Mercedes. But, I will def miss the torque... it was truly intoxicating.

    Oh well... I’m 55, with a hot 44yo wife... need to stay healthy... so this car will also probably will lower my blood pressure.


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    Love the color combo and I assume it's a 4?! I have an '84 Targa as one of my toys and I have this DD GTS P-Car on order for delivery in June, to replace my '18 M5. I was considering a 911 4S, but still need more practicality, until all of my 3 kids are driving. Wifey does most of the duties w/ the girls, but I pitch in w/ them and do a ton w/ my '13 yr old son sports wise, etc.
    http://www.porsche-code.com/PMQGL1H3
     
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  19. knocker

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    Amazing.
     
  21. MK11

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    Love the driveway set up.


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  22. knocker

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    I neeed more driveway
     
  23. knocker

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    It truly is
     
  24. Nicolas21

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