Could be my next personal sports car

[Vettezuki]

As some of you have had the misfortune to hear my political rants against government interventionism and GM's bailout, you know I won't buy another GM product. Wouldn't take one for "free" actually. It's sad because there are undoubtedly many fine people at GM and I truly love what the Corvette brand is about, but I'm just that idealistic. So much that even the idea of continuing to work on my old Vette is no longer as appealing.

But Corvette's aren't the only cool cars in the world. I have a new found admiration for Ford. They too have a truly great American history and fixed their own problems without suckling from the teet of Uncle Sam. Unfortunately, while the Mustang is great in a lot of ways, it's not quite what I'm personally looking for.

How about a Superformance GT40. Yeah, this might work.

http://www.gt40spf.com/gt40.aspx

http://motorgen.com/pic/data/500/GT40.jpg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mBL_TRqcc3Y

[BRUTAL64]

That would be my FIRST pick.:bigthumbsup:


Hey, do you EVER call anyone back?:bang:

[Vettezuki]

That would be my FIRST pick.:bigthumbsup:


Hey, do you EVER call anyone back?:bang:

Yes. Unfortunately I misplaced my cell phone charge and its been dead for a couple days. Email/PM is by FAR the better to get in contact with me, even if it's just, "hey call me."

[BRUTAL64]

Yes. Unfortunately I misplaced my cell phone charge and its been dead for a couple days. Email/PM is by FAR the better to get in contact with me, even if it's just, "hey call me."

I can only do that at work.....:huh:

[Vettezuki]

While I'm totally into the GT40, the Type 65 is a lot more plausible in the near term, especially if I sold the Vette for a reasonable price when the economy pics up. Then it wouldn't even be that big a deal.

http://www.factoryfive.com/coupehome.html


But I do wonder about Kit Car laws in CA? I went through a lot of hoops to make the Vette completely street legal.

[BRUTAL64]

But I do wonder about Kit Car laws in CA? I went through a lot of hoops to make the Vette completely street legal.


Yea, some research is needed here.:rolleyes:

[enkeivette]

I would go with a Cobra if I had that kind of mula. Twin turbo setup definitely on an LSX.

[Vettezuki]

I would go with a Cobra if I had that kind of mula. Twin turbo setup definitely on an LSX.

You mean like a Termi or a Shelby Cobra (Mk III)? Anyway, I prefer a longer wheel base. My preference (money no object)

GT40
Type 65
Mk III

I don't do GM anymore. A pox on their house.

[enkeivette]

You mean like a Termi or a Shelby Cobra (Mk III)? Anyway, I prefer a longer wheel base. My preference (money no object)

GT40
Type 65
Mk III

I don't do GM anymore. A pox on their house.

If you hate your Vette so badly, I have a nice Dodge I would trade you for. It's totally reliable.

[enkeivette]

Like a... Shelby Cobra! British roadster with the 427! But only for an old car/ kit car.

With as much as you're willing to spend on the GT40 I'd try to find a used Mallet Corvette or a Henessey Viper.

Why don't you go with a Viper Ben?

[enkeivette]

http://www.fast-autos.net/data/images/35453.jpg

[enkeivette]

Here we go, blown Viper on Ebay. Cheap so far, most 1st gens are.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Viper-GTS-ACR-Viper-GTS-ACR-RARE-SUPERCHARGED-FLAWLESS_W0QQitemZ180400884230QQcmdZViewItemQQptZU S_Cars_Trucks?hash=item2a00bb0a06&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

[enkeivette]

Another blown one.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Viper-GTS-DODGE-VIPER-GTS-FINAL-EDITION-SUPERCHARGED_W0QQitemZ120461026503QQcmdZViewItemQQ ptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item1c0c0964c7&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

[SeanPlunk]

Here we go, blown Viper on Ebay. Cheap so far, most 1st gens are.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Dodge-Viper-GTS-ACR-Viper-GTS-ACR-RARE-SUPERCHARGED-FLAWLESS_W0QQitemZ180400884230QQcmdZViewItemQQptZU S_Cars_Trucks?hash=item2a00bb0a06&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245

Gorgeous car - I'd love to have one :hail:

[Vettezuki]

. . . Why don't you go with a Viper Ben?

Because they're Chrylser, and like GM they took the people's money. A pox on both their houses. I only do business with, mmm, businesses, not government employment programs.

Changes the second they commit to repaying public funds. Then I'm back to Vettes most likely.

PS I don't hate my Vette, or GM engineering. I despise the organization as an entity for their actions. In fact the reason I hate them so much is directly related to the fact I like a lot of what their engineering has been doing. Someday I would have bought a factory delivery of the highest end Vette at their asking price. Wouldn't buy a bolt from the now. I told Fritz this and that all they have to do is give back what's not theirs and get out of bed with the government and give up all the special treatment they've been giving. He didn't answer. They have no honor or integrity.

[BRUTAL64]

Because they're Chrylser, and like GM they took the people's money. A pox on both their houses. I only do business with, mmm, businesses, not government employment programs.

Changes the second they commit to repaying public funds. Then I'm back to Vettes most likely.

PS I don't hate my Vette, or GM engineering. I despise the organization as an entity for their actions. In fact the reason I hate them so much is directly related to the fact I like a lot of what their engineering has been doing. Someday I would have bought a factory delivery of the highest end Vette at their asking price. Wouldn't buy a bolt from the now. I told Fritz this and that all they have to do is give back what's not theirs and get out of bed with the government and give up all the special treatment they've been giving. He didn't answer. They have no honor or integrity.

:drink::drink:

[enkeivette]

Because they're Chrylser, and like GM they took the people's money. A pox on both their houses. I only do business with, mmm, businesses, not government employment programs.

Changes the second they commit to repaying public funds. Then I'm back to Vettes most likely.

PS I don't hate my Vette, or GM engineering. I despise the organization as an entity for their actions. In fact the reason I hate them so much is directly related to the fact I like a lot of what their engineering has been doing. Someday I would have bought a factory delivery of the highest end Vette at their asking price. Wouldn't buy a bolt from the now. I told Fritz this and that all they have to do is give back what's not theirs and get out of bed with the government and give up all the special treatment they've been giving. He didn't answer. They have no honor or integrity.

You should have built your Vette with high quality non-GM parts, like me. You would have loved it more. :thumbs_up: The only GM parts in or on my engine is the block and the dist. hold down. :p

[enkeivette]

P.S. Having a lack of ethical standards is awesome. Unlike you I can enjoy Vettes and Vipers, and unlike Bird I can enjoy Supras and Skylines.

I'm just going to continue to hang out back here in the guilt free zone with Sean. :beer:

http://www.3dm3.com/portfolio/files/5/5/3/0/8/nissan.jpg
http://www.iforged.com/blog/images/mattred.jpg

[Vettezuki]

P.S. Having a lack of ethical standards is awesome. Unlike you I can enjoy Vettes and Vipers, and unlike Bird I can enjoy Supras and Skylines.

I'm just going to continue to hang out back here in the guilt free zone with Sean. :beer:

I don't have any guilt. I just won't give any money to them. I may just keep working on the Vette as it would be with all after market parts now. But if Ford builds a real sports car, I'd seriously consider jumping ship and supporting a real company. Then send GM the pics with a colorful letter.