Philly Area 6Speeders!
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Welcome, KMS05. The Philly Crew is a great bunch of guys (but the cars are nicer!). There's a cruise starting at the King of Prussia Mall next Sunday. You should check it out.
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Detroit's in More Trouble Than I Thought
So, in the spirit of Halloween I could celebrate like a certain newly minted 21 year old in our Crew or take the high road and visit a few new car dealers. For kicks, I went to see the Challenger and Ford GT500. MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT IN THE DEALERS.
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
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Well the news reports that out of the 74-76 people arrested. They were mostly people from college of arts, Drexel, and Temple University. I guess since upenn is ivy league they get to dodge the headlines. I go to Drexel but i was only there to celebrate the win and watch the show, I haven't seen that many people in the masses since the 1996 Olympics in atlanta.
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, plus i take good pics might be able to create some new wallpapers for a few people.
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Great car! We've got a soft spot for the S2000. Besides, we share a common passion for cars and all marques are always welcome. It's not the car, it's the mindset that connects.
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So, in the spirit of Halloween I could celebrate like a certain newly minted 21 year old in our Crew or take the high road and visit a few new car dealers. For kicks, I went to see the Challenger and Ford GT500. MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT IN THE DEALERS.
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
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So, in the spirit of Halloween I could celebrate like a certain newly minted 21 year old in our Crew or take the high road and visit a few new car dealers. For kicks, I went to see the Challenger and Ford GT500. MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT IN THE DEALERS.
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
That was fast. We were just talking about this last night! Ever since I bought my Jeep, I always knew the weak link in the vehicle had nothing to do with the vehicle....but had to do withthe dealership and service dept.
You think sales is bad, just wait until you buy one and try to deal with service.
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So, in the spirit of Halloween I could celebrate like a certain newly minted 21 year old in our Crew or take the high road and visit a few new car dealers. For kicks, I went to see the Challenger and Ford GT500. MAJOR DISAPPOINTMENT IN THE DEALERS.
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
DODGE
Only had one Challenger in stock -- an R/T (not the SRT8). No test drives allowed. No brochures. Sales man pointed out the graphics as a major selling point... but he never heard of a Shelby mustang. WTF? If he was any dumber, I would have given him a few bucks out of pity so he could afford lunch.
FORD
Only had one GT500 in stock -- a convertible for the winter (how seasonal!). No brochures either. Dealer's asking a $20k mark-up to account for "market demand". Again, WTF? He said they're "ballsy" in aggressively pricing the car so far above MSRP, I politely implied it was idiotic. Told him he should expect to see the car still gathering dust once the Spring comes.
My advice if you want American muscle is to either buy a proven classic or wait for these new pony cars to depreciate like the dickens and then pick them up for next to nothing. A crying shame.
Vent Over
I wont even say it........you know that you have to do 
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And are those the Works or the SSR's? Love the look.....
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Bed Raising Party (feeler)
My Fellow Philly Crew,
Gauging interest in a Bed Raising Party. In the spirit of the Barn Raisings where farmers would pitch in and build a barn in a day, I need to get a F*CKING HUGE, custom mattress up to the second floor of my home. Here are the specs:
Date: TBD (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Travel Distance: One Flight of Stairs Plus 6 Feet
Weight of Bed: 300 Lbs.
Size of Mattress: Eastern King
Provenance of Bed: Hand Made in Orange County, California
O-60mph: Never, It's a Mattress
Set-Up Time: 12 Minutes for 3 Guys Plus Me (Estimated Time)
Some of you have heard about this mythical beast.... well, this is your only chance to check it out!
If 2-3 guys come out, I think dinner on me at Theresa's fits the bill plus your choice of a top-shelf Belgian beer. In the event we get more than 3 guys then it'd be even quicker business so I'm thinking gourmet pizza (Peace O' Pizza) and a few rounds at a nearby bar.
Who's man enough?
Gauging interest in a Bed Raising Party. In the spirit of the Barn Raisings where farmers would pitch in and build a barn in a day, I need to get a F*CKING HUGE, custom mattress up to the second floor of my home. Here are the specs:
Date: TBD (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Travel Distance: One Flight of Stairs Plus 6 Feet
Weight of Bed: 300 Lbs.
Size of Mattress: Eastern King
Provenance of Bed: Hand Made in Orange County, California
O-60mph: Never, It's a Mattress
Set-Up Time: 12 Minutes for 3 Guys Plus Me (Estimated Time)
Some of you have heard about this mythical beast.... well, this is your only chance to check it out!
If 2-3 guys come out, I think dinner on me at Theresa's fits the bill plus your choice of a top-shelf Belgian beer. In the event we get more than 3 guys then it'd be even quicker business so I'm thinking gourmet pizza (Peace O' Pizza) and a few rounds at a nearby bar.
Who's man enough?
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My Fellow Philly Crew,
Gauging interest in a Bed Raising Party. In the spirit of the Barn Raisings where farmers would pitch in and build a barn in a day, I need to get a F*CKING HUGE, custom mattress up to the second floor of my home. Here are the specs:
Date: TBD (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Travel Distance: One Flight of Stairs Plus 6 Feet
Weight of Bed: 300 Lbs.
Size of Mattress: Eastern King
Provenance of Bed: Hand Made in Orange County, California
O-60mph: Never, It's a Mattress
Set-Up Time: 12 Minutes for 3 Guys Plus Me (Estimated Time)
Some of you have heard about this mythical beast.... well, this is your only chance to check it out!
If 2-3 guys come out, I think dinner on me at Theresa's fits the bill plus your choice of a top-shelf Belgian beer. In the event we get more than 3 guys then it'd be even quicker business so I'm thinking gourmet pizza (Peace O' Pizza) and a few rounds at a nearby bar.
Who's man enough?
Gauging interest in a Bed Raising Party. In the spirit of the Barn Raisings where farmers would pitch in and build a barn in a day, I need to get a F*CKING HUGE, custom mattress up to the second floor of my home. Here are the specs:
Date: TBD (Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday)
Travel Distance: One Flight of Stairs Plus 6 Feet
Weight of Bed: 300 Lbs.
Size of Mattress: Eastern King
Provenance of Bed: Hand Made in Orange County, California
O-60mph: Never, It's a Mattress
Set-Up Time: 12 Minutes for 3 Guys Plus Me (Estimated Time)
Some of you have heard about this mythical beast.... well, this is your only chance to check it out!
If 2-3 guys come out, I think dinner on me at Theresa's fits the bill plus your choice of a top-shelf Belgian beer. In the event we get more than 3 guys then it'd be even quicker business so I'm thinking gourmet pizza (Peace O' Pizza) and a few rounds at a nearby bar.
Who's man enough?
Keep me posted on date I should be in...I vote Wednesday afternoon/evening