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  1. UpNorth

    UpNorth Formula 3
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    #1 UpNorth, May 24, 2010
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    It' s not everyday that you feel you made a difference.
    But last week me (328 GTS), Dantealfa (F430), TLKIZER660 (365 GT 2+2) and another 328 GTS owner think we did that just a little.
    By early spring we got in contact through Bernardo66 with a guy whose friend as been diagnosis with brain cancer.
    One of this man wish was to have ride in a Ferrari...
    Well we showed up with 4 of them. And he had a ride in all 3 models.
    We took along his two sons ans friends.
    We rode for 2 hours and stopping every once in a while so that him, his sons and his friends could feel the different Ferrari from the 60's, 80's and 2000's.
    When we arrived he could hardly swallow his tears, very emotionnal!...
    Well what else can I say, it was a "fell good" mission. Thanks to Bernardo66 for having us in contact with this man.
    Cheers to all and appreciate what you have.
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  2. plugzit

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    #2 plugzit, May 24, 2010
    A good way to share toys....good work boys.
     
  3. FBI

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    #3 FBI, May 24, 2010
    Bravo! That`s what it`s all about.

    Thanks for sharing with us.

    cheers
     
  4. ducowti

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    #4 ducowti, May 24, 2010
    Very cool.
     
  5. AceMaster

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    #5 AceMaster, May 24, 2010
    A very nice story, very unselfish of you all, and an excellent way to share your Ferraris.

    This certainly opposes the myth that all Ferrari owners are arrogant selfish pricks.
     
  6. 350HPMondial

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    #6 350HPMondial, May 24, 2010
    Bravo..!
    Magnisiemo...!

    Grazzi..!

    ( I once gave rides (1985 Mondial Cab.) at a Ronald McDonald in Dallas,, handed out Hot Wheels too (all Ferrari of course.)
    I still get all teared up, thinking about all those sick kids.

    :)

    Edwardo
     
  7. ArtS

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    #7 ArtS, May 24, 2010
    Great job!
     
  8. TheMayor

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    #8 TheMayor, May 24, 2010
    We owners are all embassadors for the brand "Ferrari". You guys deserve a commendation for your service!

    Great job!
     
  9. darth550

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    #9 darth550, May 24, 2010
    Good stuff there! :D
     
  10. Infinity_Racer

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    #10 Infinity_Racer, May 24, 2010
    Very cool of you guys to do something like that! I'm pretty sure that they'll remember this experience for a very long time!

    Thanks for sharing!
     
  11. thecarreaper

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    #11 thecarreaper, May 24, 2010
    super cool !
     
  12. Jdubbya

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    #12 Jdubbya, May 24, 2010
    Nice job!! For me those are the best times with these cars!
     
  13. Uomo360F1

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    #13 Uomo360F1, May 24, 2010
    Way to go, you guys ! The kind of gestures we need to see more often in our society.
     
  14. mcimino

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    #14 mcimino, May 24, 2010
    Bravo!
    You never stand so tall, as when you stoop to help a child.
     
  15. Kaivball

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    #15 Kaivball, May 24, 2010
    Outstanding!!!

    Kai
     
  16. willrace

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    #16 willrace, May 24, 2010
    Fantastic, and heartwarming. You guys did well.
     
  17. RED TESTAROSSA

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    #17 RED TESTAROSSA, May 24, 2010
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    Wow! Great story, you guys are outstanding!
     
  18. DrDoug

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    #18 DrDoug, May 24, 2010
    Great Job guys. I took my friend for a ride in my 360 last Saturday. When we returned to his house, his neighbor (whom I was told was recently diagnosed with cancer and a poor prognosis) came out to check the car out. I found out that he was a car guy. I offered to take him for a ride and he jumped at the chance. We took it out on the expressway and I took it to 4th gear shifting at high RPMs. He loved it. When we returned his wife said that I made his day and he was a bit teary eyed. His wife took photos of him in front of the car. My friend sent me an email saying how much it meant to his neighbor but I replied that I think I got more out of it than his neighbor did. How blessed I feel to be able to own a Ferrari and be able to share it with others.
     
  19. Jackmb1

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    #19 Jackmb1, May 24, 2010
    What a great thing to do. Great job!!!
     
  20. FandLcars

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    #20 FandLcars, May 24, 2010
    A wonderful thing to do! You do the Ferrari community proud!
     
  21. dantealfa

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    #21 dantealfa, May 25, 2010
  22. F430GB

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    #22 F430GB, May 25, 2010
    I applaud all of you who participated. What a wonderful story. This is what makes Ferrari so special. Bravo, gentlemen. :cool:

    -G.B.
     
  23. agup48

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    #23 agup48, May 25, 2010
    Great job, thanks for sharing :)
     
  24. jcwconsult

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    #24 jcwconsult, May 25, 2010
    A great story, made possible by some great gentlemen.

    Congrats,

    Jim Walker
     
  25. tazandjan

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    #25 tazandjan, May 25, 2010
    Good show, great effort. Congratulations. Ferrari ambassadors for sure.

    Taz
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