Is it a pain in the ass driving a sports car?

[newb]

I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?

[Peaches]

Originally posted by newb@Nov 30 2003, 12:51 PM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
My Dad has always driven sports cars. He said the biggest problem is all the 16-19 year old kids in souped up ricers wanting to race him at stop lights. :P

He drives like a maniac and has never received a speeding ticket (I wish he would....), but I'm sure a 70 year old guy in a sports car looks a bit different to the police than a kid behind the wheel. B)

[Winetalk.com]

Originally posted by newb@Nov 30 2003, 11:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
hmmm...I dunno, in Boca Webfather and me were doing 70 miles an hour on Federal Highway and nobody pulled us over....
maybe because 2 cars combined were over $225,000 in price
;-))))

[Nickatilynx]

I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?


Never get any problem here in Vancouver.

Mind you I don't break traffic laws (often), and I'm also old and white so I guess I don't fall into their alledged "profiles".

I park everywhere , never had a problem , even in the roughest areas.

:-)))

[KRL]

Most sports cars are uncomfortable. I've driven Porshe Turbo Cabriolets, found them uncomfortable, and had 2 of them stolen. Driven a Ferrari 365 and that was totally uncomfortable and hard to get in and out of and too much an attention whore car.

My favorites are Mercedes SL's and I've had a bunch of those and they are fast, comfortable, safe, solid, reliable, and everything else perfectly done.
But I've gotten a lot of tickets in those cause you don't realize how fast you're driving they're so darn smooth at high speed.

My ex-wife just got a Maserati Spyder and that's pretty nice. Has a Ferrari engine in it. Fast and luxurious. But hardly any room in the trunk, if you can even call it a trunk. Also the soft top leaks when it rains hard.

[[Labret]]

Originally posted by Serge_Oprano+Nov 30 2003, 08:55 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Serge_Oprano @ Nov 30 2003, 08:55 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteBegin--newb@Nov 30 2003, 11:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
hmmm...I dunno, in Boca Webfather and me were doing 70 miles an hour on Federal Highway and nobody pulled us over....
maybe because 2 cars combined were over $225,000 in price
;-))))[/b][/quote]
whoa 70! Slow down Mario. ahahaah

[Fletch XXX]

Originally posted by [Labret]+Nov 30 2003, 11:22 AM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE ([Labret] @ Nov 30 2003, 11:22 AM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'>Originally posted by -Serge_Oprano@Nov 30 2003, 08:55 AM
<!--QuoteBegin--newb@Nov 30 2003, 11:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
hmmm...I dunno, in Boca Webfather and me were doing 70 miles an hour on Federal Highway and nobody pulled us over....
maybe because 2 cars combined were over $225,000 in price
;-))))
whoa 70! Slow down Mario. ahahaah[/b][/quote]
if you arent doing 70 on the Calif freeway youll get pulled over for driving too slow.

[stu19]

Originally posted by newb@Nov 30 2003, 08:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
Howdy,

I'm just an old piston-head, but I guess I drive a sport(y) car and I've never been pulled over (smile). I think I'm probably safe in saying I'm one of the fastest senior citizens on this website. Can anyone beat my car?


Fast Senior Citizen (http://members.libcom.com/and) :awinky:

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Originally posted by stu19+Nov 30 2003, 02:24 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (stu19 @ Nov 30 2003, 02:24 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteBegin--newb@Nov 30 2003, 08:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
Howdy,

I'm just an old piston-head, but I guess I drive a sport(y) car and I've never been pulled over (smile). I think I'm probably safe in saying I'm one of the fastest senior citizens on this website. Can anyone beat my car?


Fast Senior Citizen (http://members.libcom.com/and) :awinky:[/b][/quote]
hmmm..not, but I can point you the board where they beat senior citizens
;-)))

[Peaches]

Originally posted by KRL@Nov 30 2003, 03:21 PM
But hardly any room in the trunk, if you can even call it a trunk.
That has to be the biggest complaint of mine after driving mid-sized SUV's for so many years. I learned my lesson when I went to the grocery store AND the dry cleaners in my Dad's car with my son. The kid had to hold the clothes on his lap as the groceries took up all the "extra" room. :unsure:

The big trips I make to Costco would never be possible with a sports car. :P

[Pornwolf]

I have gotten pulled over quite a bit in my convertibles. I had to get rid of a red Corvette in Los Angeles because I would always get pulled over. I got a black SL 500 and didn't have as much of a problem. I had a BMW convertible before the 'vette and also had less of a problem. I can only imagine what it would have been like if I had a bright red Ferrari. I might have been taken to a back road and shot by the police or something. :blink:

[Fletch XXX]

dont ever try to ride drugs from houston to baton rouge in a sports car.

the road is bumpy as hell and cops look for them.

always use a small car with NO RADIO to smuggle

[BradShaw]

Never had any problems with my Ferrari. Of course, I do not drive it and leave it parked in the gheeto. Most Valets leave it up front. As for tickets, I do not drive like an idiot. On Thanksgiving Laura kicked me out while she cooked so I drove around for an hour on the empty tollway at about 120. Thats about as fast as I ever go.

[Billy]

Brad can I use it Friday to go get my tux ??

[KRL]

Originally posted by Peaches+Nov 30 2003, 02:29 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Peaches @ Nov 30 2003, 02:29 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteBegin--KRL@Nov 30 2003, 03:21 PM
But hardly any room in the trunk, if you can even call it a trunk.
That has to be the biggest complaint of mine after driving mid-sized SUV's for so many years. I learned my lesson when I went to the grocery store AND the dry cleaners in my Dad's car with my son. The kid had to hold the clothes on his lap as the groceries took up all the "extra" room. :unsure:

The big trips I make to Costco would never be possible with a sports car. :P[/b][/quote]
SUV's are the most practical car in my opinion. Gives you a commanding position on the road with other drivers. Roomy and great if you have kids. Versatile for most any type of driving or destination. Comfortable to drive, get in and out of, and I like sitting up higher than cars.

Once you get really used to an SUV its hard to drive anything else.

[KRL]

Originally posted by BradShaw@Nov 30 2003, 03:12 PM
Never had any problems with my Ferrari. Of course, I do not drive it and leave it parked in the gheeto. Most Valets leave it up front. As for tickets, I do not drive like an idiot. On Thanksgiving Laura kicked me out while she cooked so I drove around for an hour on the empty tollway at about 120. Thats about as fast as I ever go.
LOL, reminds me of a time I stayed at a hotel and had a sweet Porsche Turbo Cabriolet. Valet'd it in the early evening. Got kind of a funny feeling when the valet who was young in his 20's got in it and asked me if I wanted an overnight ticket or if I'd be just having dinner at the hotel, plus he punched it in 1st as he drove off. Next morning I noticed it had about 70 miles more on the odometer. Turned out the little prick took it home with him after his shift and was driving it around before bringing it back a couple hours later.

[Peaches]

Originally posted by KRL@Nov 30 2003, 05:01 PM
SUV's are the most practical car in my opinion. Gives you a commanding position on the road with other drivers. Roomy and great if you have kids. Versatile for most any type of driving or destination. Comfortable to drive, get in and out of, and I like sitting up higher than cars.

Once you get really used to an SUV its hard to drive anything else.
Oh, don't tell me that - I plan on trading it in for an F150 crew cab and a Wranger. :(

IMHO, you pay a fortune for the carpeted covered area. I don't like using my side mirrors only, so I just pack it up to seat level anyway. I HAD a cute little Ranger until SOMEONE (http://www.onlinebeach.com/truck/) who shall remain nameless totalled it in August (his initials are c.l.e.m.s.o.n.t.i.g.e.r) and I really miss having the usability of the truck. I've thought about getting a small open trailer for the SUV but I have a really steep driveway with a large "dip" at the bottom and the general thought is that a trailer won't clear the dip. I probably should have gone with the F150 on the last purchase, but I wanted the 3rd row seating in the SUV. Which I have used exactly ZERO times in the last year I've had it. Hopefully it will keep the resale value up.

And since I'm middle aged now, I need a "sportscar" but again - my living conditions mean I'd be parking it elsewhere, ergo the Wranger - a nice convertible, stick shift, 4WD "sportscar". :P And then get a loaded F150 for long drives.

It will be a couple of years before I put my plan in motion as I hate getting rid of anything that's still under warranty, but I'm really hoping I won't miss my SUV. :unsure:

[Minte]

I've been driving sports cars for years..and the only problem i've ever had was when a lawyer driving his M5,tapped my M3 in the rear.
Then again, I never give the porsches to a valet..

[KRL]

Originally posted by Peaches+Nov 30 2003, 04:25 PM--></span><table border='0' align='center' width='95%' cellpadding='3' cellspacing='1'><tr><td>QUOTE (Peaches @ Nov 30 2003, 04:25 PM)</td></tr><tr><td id='QUOTE'><!--QuoteBegin--KRL@Nov 30 2003, 05:01 PM
SUV's are the most practical car in my opinion. Gives you a commanding position on the road with other drivers. Roomy and great if you have kids. Versatile for most any type of driving or destination. Comfortable to drive, get in and out of, and I like sitting up higher than cars.

Once you get really used to an SUV its hard to drive anything else.
Oh, don't tell me that - I plan on trading it in for an F150 crew cab and a Wranger. :(

IMHO, you pay a fortune for the carpeted covered area. I don't like using my side mirrors only, so I just pack it up to seat level anyway. I HAD a cute little Ranger until SOMEONE (http://www.onlinebeach.com/truck/) who shall remain nameless totalled it in August (his initials are c.l.e.m.s.o.n.t.i.g.e.r) and I really miss having the usability of the truck. I've thought about getting a small open trailer for the SUV but I have a really steep driveway with a large "dip" at the bottom and the general thought is that a trailer won't clear the dip. I probably should have gone with the F150 on the last purchase, but I wanted the 3rd row seating in the SUV. Which I have used exactly ZERO times in the last year I've had it. Hopefully it will keep the resale value up.

And since I'm middle aged now, I need a "sportscar" but again - my living conditions mean I'd be parking it elsewhere, ergo the Wranger - a nice convertible, stick shift, 4WD "sportscar". :P And then get a loaded F150 for long drives.

It will be a couple of years before I put my plan in motion as I hate getting rid of anything that's still under warranty, but I'm really hoping I won't miss my SUV. :unsure:[/b][/quote]
That new F-150 is really sharp. Good choice!

[Peaches]

Originally posted by KRL@Nov 30 2003, 05:48 PM
That new F-150 is really sharp. Good choice!
Yeah, I made the mistake of sitting in one at the dealership the other day. :(

Wig has convinced me a diesel is the way to go and there are rumors they're going to put the 150 out with one. Hopefully my expired warranty and the diesel will hit around the same time. :okthumb:

[Hell Puppy]

Originally posted by newb@Nov 30 2003, 11:51 AM
I mean do people scratch it up because they're jealous and/or do you get pulled over a lot because you're driving a nice car?
There's more to it than that.

I would never recommend having a true sportscar as your only car. They need to be treated as a leisure vehicle where you can be picky about where and when you drive it.

Most of them are very low to the ground...leave 'em at home if it's raining or especially if there's snow. Otherwise you make a plow out of the front air dam. You also have to be aware of dragging the front end on steep drives or even possibly centering the car.

And do be picky about where you park it. Some people are just inconsiderate and will ding it with their door while putting their brats in the car. But dont park it so far on the edge of a lot that it invites the jealous teens to give it a good key scratch.

A fast car must be driven with respect, I can say that if I had been able to afford one when I was under 21, I probably wouldn't be here today. And do expect ricers to jump on you at red lights.

Tickets will be a reflection of your look and driving style. I haven't received one yet, and I do drive aggressively from the time to time, but I pick my spots well and do not disrupt the flow and draw attention. And I am old enough and white enough to escape profiling.

[Carrie]

Originally posted by stu19@Nov 30 2003, 02:24 PM
Howdy,

I'm just an old piston-head, but I guess I drive a sport(y) car and I've never been pulled over (smile). I think I'm probably safe in saying I'm one of the fastest senior citizens on this website. Can anyone beat my car?


Fast Senior Citizen (http://members.libcom.com/and) :awinky:
I doubt any of us are going to be setting National records or going 184 mph!! WooHOO!! :okthumb: :okthumb:

[sarettah]

I have never gotten pulled over in my SHO....while technically not a "sorts car", it is a performance vehicle.... "Catch me if you can" red and a top end that I will never reach :)

Never had to worry about where I park it and all that either