This article released today....priceless
Definetly a Superior Automobile, you have my vote...Go C8 !
Oh by the way filmed in MIAMI today
https://www.roadandtrack.com/news/a40195323/florida-corvette-driver-somehow-makes-it-through-flood-waters-up-to-windshield/
Well, its actually a boat. Really.
"A corvette is a small warship. It is traditionally the smallest class of vessel considered to be a proper (or "rated") warship."
Quote from: crossboss on June 04, 2022, 05:00:07 PM
Well, its actually a boat. Really.
"A corvette is a small warship. It is traditionally the smallest class of vessel considered to be a proper (or "rated") warship."
You been dating that Merriam-Webster chick ? I use to go out with her cousin Ency Britannica
One word.
Dummy
Fiberglass boats have been popular for years.
Well folks it is a STINGRAY !
Only in Flori-DUH! lol
All I see driving them are old men.
I'm guessing the CARFAX report won't catch that.
Quote from: 67 GT350 on June 05, 2022, 08:11:58 AM
All I see driving them are old men.
Yep, the mid-life crisis crowd.
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 04, 2022, 05:09:16 PM
Quote from: crossboss on June 04, 2022, 05:00:07 PM
Well, its actually a boat. Really.
"A corvette is a small warship. It is traditionally the smallest class of vessel considered to be a proper (or "rated") warship."
You been dating that Merriam-Webster chick ? I use to go out with her cousin Ency Britannica
I go for the Barbi Doll types...blond, blue, skinny with big air bags...lol
Quote from: 67 GT350 on June 05, 2022, 08:11:58 AM
All I see driving them are old men.
It will go the way of the Harley - ........ since the average Harley-Davidson customer is a married man in his early 50s, with a household income at or above $90,000. These are the customers buying motorcycles out of a passion for the product or lifestyle. - - - The reason for such drastic revenue decline is due to the market for Harley-Davidson branded motorcycles. The core customer base is aging, and younger motorcyclists are more apt to purchase cheaper options. The consequences can be seen in the rapid decline of US shipments over the past five years. US shipments have declined at a rate of 15.21% per year.
In reality those "old men" are the same people who were buying in the 80s - you could spot them anywhere in their uniform - Members Only jacket with a Corvette patch, unbuttoned shirt showing off several gold chains and FL SAACs ideal woman hanging on their arm.
Quote from: 98SVT - was 06GT on June 05, 2022, 11:50:03 AM
Quote from: 67 GT350 on June 05, 2022, 08:11:58 AM
All I see driving them are old men.
It will go the way of the Harley - ........ since the average Harley-Davidson customer is a married man in his early 50s, with a household income at or above $90,000. These are the customers buying motorcycles out of a passion for the product or lifestyle. - - - The reason for such drastic revenue decline is due to the market for Harley-Davidson branded motorcycles. The core customer base is aging, and younger motorcyclists are more apt to purchase cheaper options. The consequences can be seen in the rapid decline of US shipments over the past five years. US shipments have declined at a rate of 15.21% per year.
In reality those "old men" are the same people who were buying in the 80s - you could spot them anywhere in their uniform - Members Only jacket with a Corvette patch, unbuttoned shirt showing off several gold chains and FL SAACs ideal woman hanging on their arm.
'Todays' Harley (and Corvette) owners are definitely aging, and dying out. Same as our hobby. Btw, the 'younger' motorcycle owner of today, is only buying the rice rockets. Those are the guys that have the younger Barbi Dolls under their arms that I mentioned. The aging Harley guy wishes he had them. In reality, they have the older MILFs.
Quote from: crossboss on June 05, 2022, 01:54:14 PM....the 'younger' motorcycle owner of today, is only buying the rice rockets. Those are the guys that have the younger Barbi Dolls under their arms that I mentioned. The aging Harley guy wishes he had them. In reality, they have the older MILFs.
Depends some of those old Harley guys can buy out of the new model trophy case for their Sturgis trips.
Quote from: 98SVT - was 06GT on June 05, 2022, 05:58:07 PM
Quote from: crossboss on June 05, 2022, 01:54:14 PM....the 'younger' motorcycle owner of today, is only buying the rice rockets. Those are the guys that have the younger Barbi Dolls under their arms that I mentioned. The aging Harley guy wishes he had them. In reality, they have the older MILFs.
Depends some of those old Harley guys can buy out of the new model trophy case for their Sturgis trips.
Yes. Thats called money. Same as the old car guys. Money buys everything, or at least renting it. lol
Quote from: 98SVT - was 06GT on June 05, 2022, 11:50:03 AM
Quote from: 67 GT350 on June 05, 2022, 08:11:58 AM
All I see driving them are old men.
It will go the way of the Harley - ........ since the average Harley-Davidson customer is a married man in his early 50s, with a household income at or above $90,000. These are the customers buying motorcycles out of a passion for the product or lifestyle. - - - The reason for such drastic revenue decline is due to the market for Harley-Davidson branded motorcycles. The core customer base is aging, and younger motorcyclists are more apt to purchase cheaper options. The consequences can be seen in the rapid decline of US shipments over the past five years. US shipments have declined at a rate of 15.21% per year.
In reality those "old men" are the same people who were buying in the 80s - you could spot them anywhere in their uniform - Members Only jacket with a Corvette patch, unbuttoned shirt showing off several gold chains and FL SAACs ideal woman hanging on their arm.
This is our dream gal.....
I thought that it was just a two man submarine?
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
Quote from: shelbydoug on June 06, 2022, 11:20:14 AM
I thought that it was just a two man submarine?
Best bang for your buck, you get a car and you get a boat for $65k
And that's what I love about this car the C8 beutiful and disposable. But yet compared to many super cars
We stopped for lunch, and as we were leaving the restaurant parking lot, I saw this car....
Yes, it's a Ferrari.... an F8 Tributo to be exact. And, of course, I had to get out and take a closer look....
I looked up some details.
Ferrari F8 Tributo, starting at $283,950....
https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/f8-tributo
While it's only an estimate, Car & Driver suggests it can do 0-60 in 2.8 seconds!
https://www.caranddriver.com/ferrari/f8-tributo-spider
That's the same for the actual results for the Corvette....
https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/corvette-2022
Of course, the Ferrari has a faster top end....
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 11:28:14 AM
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
Killer cars but this $65k rendition outperforms them
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 06, 2022, 11:38:43 AM
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 11:28:14 AM
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
Killer cars but this $65k rendition outperforms them
Outperforms them, yes. However, its a fugly car. The '63 and the L-88 is a real man's sports car. I know you love your C8's, I don't. Its all a matter of opinion.
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 12:52:14 PM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 06, 2022, 11:38:43 AM
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 11:28:14 AM
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
Killer cars but this $65k rendition outperforms them
Outperforms them, yes. However, its a fugly car. The '63 and the L-88 is a real man's sports car. I know you love your C8's, I don't. Its all a matter of opinion.
Yes indeed very ugly
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 06, 2022, 01:06:29 PM
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 12:52:14 PM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 06, 2022, 11:38:43 AM
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 11:28:14 AM
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
Killer cars but this $65k rendition outperforms them
Outperforms them, yes. However, its a fugly car. The '63 and the L-88 is a real man's sports car. I know you love your C8's, I don't. Its all a matter of opinion.
Yes indeed very ugly
LOL. Yep, beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 11:28:14 AM
In all honesty, the 1963-1971 Corvettes are legendary. Who wouldn't want a '63 split window, or an L-88? I would be proud to own either one, or both!
I've owned 4 Vettes. A 1954, a 1963 roadster, a 66 big block coupe and a 1985. The 85 was the biggest POS I've ever owned bar none. I paid $600 for the 54 and it was a real crosswalk racer. I'd beat anything anything that far then it was over. The 63 was great fun and well balanced but the drum brakes were a disappointment. The 66 was great and I'd buy another one of those. It didn't handle as well as the 63 but you'd make that up on even a short straight. 68 and up I've always referred to as the Disco (era) Vettes. A friend has a 68 he bought new with the 435 hp tri power 427 - I'd take that one since it's only got about 15,000 miles on it.
I think I'd like to start a kit car company for guys who want one of the new Ford GTs but weren't woke enough to get on Ford's list. A fiberglass body that will sit on a new C8 chassis. I'm sure many will be hitting the salvage yards.
This came up for sale near me last week. It's neat but $89,000 I thought was too much. https://www.topspeed.com/cars/car-news/ford-mustang-gtt-by-zero-to-60-designs-combines-ford-gt-and-ferrari-design-cues-ar196087.html
For 'me' the disco cars were the 1970s (rear bubble window) Vettes, Trans Ams, and Mustang IIs with the big Cobra/King Cobra decals. Sticker/decal performance era.
We stopped for lunch, and as we were leaving the restaurant parking lot, I saw this car....
Yes, it's a Ferrari.... an F8 Tributo to be exact. And, of course, I had to get out and take a closer look....
I looked up some details.
Ferrari F8 Tributo, starting at $283,950....
https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/f8-tributo
While it's only an estimate, Car & Driver suggests it can do 0-60 in 2.8 seconds!
https://www.caranddriver.com/ferrari/f8-tributo-spider
That's the same for the actual results for the Corvette....
https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/corvette-2022
Of course, the Ferrari has a faster top end....
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Hey Tony,
The two cars may photograph similarly, but the Ferrari is 10 times a better looking, and put together, car in person. (I realize you saw it in person...so your eyes may be different from mine.) ;D
Of course, for the price, the F8 should be better than the Vette. A lot better. IMO, it is. But for guys with the big bucks, some will take the Vette, or three Vettes, and call it a day. Others wouldn't be seen dead in the "plastic pig."
Since the F8 is based on the 458 that came out in something like 2010, who copied who in styling?
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We stopped for lunch, and as we were leaving the restaurant parking lot, I saw this car....
Yes, it's a Ferrari.... an F8 Tributo to be exact. And, of course, I had to get out and take a closer look....
I looked up some details.
Ferrari F8 Tributo, starting at $283,950....
https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/f8-tributo (https://www.ferrari.com/en-EN/auto/f8-tributo)
While it's only an estimate, Car & Driver suggests it can do 0-60 in 2.8 seconds!
https://www.caranddriver.com/ferrari/f8-tributo-spider (https://www.caranddriver.com/ferrari/f8-tributo-spider)
That's the same for the actual results for the Corvette....
https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/corvette-2022 (https://www.caranddriver.com/chevrolet/corvette-2022)
Of course, the Ferrari has a faster top end....
[/quote]
Hey Tony,
The two cars may photograph similarly, but the Ferrari is 10 times a better looking, and put together, car in person. (I realize you saw it in person...so your eyes may be different from mine.) ;D
Of course, for the price, the F8 should be better than the Vette. A lot better. IMO, it is. But for guys with the big bucks, some will take the Vette, or three Vettes, and call it a day. Others wouldn't be seen dead in the "plastic pig."
Since the F8 is based on the 458 that came out in something like 2010, who copied who in styling?
I agree with you 100% but im just a poor boy who grew up collecting bottles, selling papers and cutting grass.
To me that plastic pig is beautiful especially when it comes time to change the oil and tune it up. Things that I probably can do with my hammer and screwdriver set that I bought at Kmart
Just imagine you bought a car that's a mini sub for $65k
And that's what I love about this car the C8 beautiful and disposable.
The Ferrari F8 Tributo, starts at $283,950....that's a lot of bologna for me
If you can afford and flaunt it , by all means do so
One last thing betcha u can't float that Ferrari as good as the C8.....
I'l bet you're right on all that.
I grew up much the same way. Started working at my parents' business at age 8. Every day after school and half day on weekends. Builds character...or so my dad would always say to me. 8)
The video of the car going through the water was on the Norah O'Donnell news show last night.
Roy
I wonder what the warranty claim was like.
Quote from: TA Coupe on June 07, 2022, 06:14:39 PM
The video of the car going through the water was on the Norah O'Donnell news show last night.
Roy
Holy only on the "Norah O'Donnell Show who would have thought !
Who is Nora ?
Quote from: Side-Oilers on June 07, 2022, 08:04:24 PM
I wonder what the warranty claim was like.
Believe it or not no claims as of yet
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 08, 2022, 08:03:26 AM
Quote from: TA Coupe on June 07, 2022, 06:14:39 PM
The video of the car going through the water was on the Norah O'Donnell news show last night.
Roy
Holy only on the "Norah O'Donnell Show who would have thought !
Who is Nora ?
She is one of the 'Fake News' libs who hosts the CBS Evening News. Must of been a slow news night to feature a Corvette driving into a waterway...
Quote from: Side-Oilers on June 07, 2022, 08:04:24 PM
I wonder what the warranty claim was like.
I was just informed who this fine Miami resident is known to us and is also a fellow mustang owner. He will be known from this day forward as "Capitan Submersible"
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 05:52:12 PM
For 'me' the disco cars were the 1970s (rear bubble window) Vettes, Trans Ams, and Mustang IIs with the big Cobra/King Cobra decals. Sticker/decal performance era.
Hey I got me one of them king cobras with them fancy decals and no horsepower🤪
Roy
Quote from: TA Coupe on June 10, 2022, 12:55:14 AM
Quote from: crossboss on June 06, 2022, 05:52:12 PM
For 'me' the disco cars were the 1970s (rear bubble window) Vettes, Trans Ams, and Mustang IIs with the big Cobra/King Cobra decals. Sticker/decal performance era.
Hey I got me one of them king cobras with them fancy decals and no horsepower🤪
Roy
Ah yes the Mustpinto, but let me tell you something if it wasn't for that car we would not have a mustang today.
It carried the torch during those dark times
Back to this fascinating topic:
The view just before Capitan Submersible decided to take the plunge in this incredible super car the C8
You can almost see the "Prop Wash" in that pic.😉
Roy
For Sale
Low mileage
One owner
Non smoker
Never driven in rain or snow.....
This is the story of many cars... lmao
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 10, 2022, 10:20:50 AM
For Sale
Low mileage
One owner
Non smoker
Never driven in rain or snow.....
This is the story of many cars... lmao
Especially those 'flood cars'. When I lived in Texas (just after Harvey), I saw so many homes, and cars for sale. Buyer beware. I am very leary of purchasing any car east of New Mexico...and never will.
Looks like they are bringing K.I.T.T. back
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CeZNVIaJS72/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Didn't I see a Bond movie with Lotus do that? 8)
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 02:11:52 PM
Didn't I see a Bond movie with Lotus do that? 8)
Yes it was:
The Spy Who Loved Me
This is :
The Spy Who Loved Me in Miami
Much better version 0-60 in 2.8 seconds or 0-52 knots in 2.8 seconds
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 15, 2022, 03:10:11 PM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 02:11:52 PM
Didn't I see a Bond movie with Lotus do that? 8)
Yes it was:
The Spy Who Loved Me
This is :
The Spy Who Loved Me in Miami
Much better version 0-60 in 2.8 seconds or 0-52 knots in 2.8 seconds
Sorry, nope. I will take Sir Roger Moore's 007 movies with his HOT Bond girls anytime.
Quote from: crossboss on June 15, 2022, 03:43:20 PM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 15, 2022, 03:10:11 PM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 02:11:52 PM
Didn't I see a Bond movie with Lotus do that? 8)
Yes it was:
The Spy Who Loved Me
This is :
The Spy Who Loved Me in Miami
Much better version 0-60 in 2.8 seconds or 0-52 knots in 2.8 seconds
Sorry, nope. I will take Sir Roger Moore's 007 movies with his HOT Bond girls anytime.
You mean The Spy Who Loved Me ?
the tenth spy film in the James Bond series, and the third to star Roger Moore as James Bond
We prefer the original Bond, the guy with the rug on his head with a concealed mini machine gun....Sean Connery
By the way no one talks about Sean's skits on SNL award winning performances !
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 15, 2022, 03:51:44 PM
Quote from: crossboss on June 15, 2022, 03:43:20 PM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 15, 2022, 03:10:11 PM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 02:11:52 PM
Didn't I see a Bond movie with Lotus do that? 8)
Yes it was:
The Spy Who Loved Me
This is :
The Spy Who Loved Me in Miami
Much better version 0-60 in 2.8 seconds or 0-52 knots in 2.8 seconds
Sorry, nope. I will take Sir Roger Moore's 007 movies with his HOT Bond girls anytime.
You mean The Spy Who Loved Me ?
the tenth spy film in the James Bond series, and the third to star Roger Moore as James Bond
We prefer the original Bond, the guy with the rug on his head with a concealed mini machine gun....Sean Connery
Every generation has their favorite Bond. Roger Moore is mine. I grew up with him as 007. My take: Roger 'fit' Bond better in my opinion. He had the looks, the wit (and the best one liners), humor (sometimes very campy), the gadgets and of course the girls. For 'me' the hottest Bond girl was Tanya Roberts. Nothing against Connery. Btw, the first guy they 'wanted' was Roger. He was unfortunately unavailable at that time in a contract doing his Saint TV series.
Sorry that i caused topic diversion.
Next thought: should this have been in "Road & Track" or in "Power & Motor Yacht"? 8)
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 10:33:18 PM
Sorry that i caused topic diversion.
Next thought: should this have been in "Road & Track" or in "Power & Motor Yacht"? 8)
Donnie you killing us ..... DIVERSION he said....LMAO!
You got to remember it's a STINGRAY
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 16, 2022, 09:51:35 AM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 10:33:18 PM
Sorry that i caused topic diversion.
Next thought: should this have been in "Road & Track" or in "Power & Motor Yacht"? 8)
Donnie you killing us ..... DIVERSION he said....LMAO!
You got to remember it's a STINGRAY
STINGRAY=another fish. Now your in the league with catfish and barracudas. lol
Quote from: crossboss on June 16, 2022, 11:22:18 AM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 16, 2022, 09:51:35 AM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 10:33:18 PM
Sorry that i caused topic diversion.
Next thought: should this have been in "Road & Track" or in "Power & Motor Yacht"? 8)
Donnie you killing us ..... DIVERSION he said....LMAO!
You got to remember it's a STINGRAY
STINGRAY=another fish. Now your in the league with catfish and barracudas. lol
We sense some envy and hostility in your punctuation.... someday you will have a versatile vehicle such as the SEA-8....lol !
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 16, 2022, 12:13:29 PM
Quote from: crossboss on June 16, 2022, 11:22:18 AM
Quote from: FL SAAC on June 16, 2022, 09:51:35 AM
Quote from: Don Johnston on June 15, 2022, 10:33:18 PM
Sorry that i caused topic diversion.
Next thought: should this have been in "Road & Track" or in "Power & Motor Yacht"? 8)
Donnie you killing us ..... DIVERSION he said....LMAO!
You got to remember it's a STINGRAY
STINGRAY=another fish. Now your in the league with catfish and barracudas. lol
We sense some envy and hostility in your punctuation.... someday you will have a versatile vehicle such as the SEA-8....lol !
Nah, I prefer the C7 SHARK. lol
KInda wonder if there has been a followup on the current condition of the submersible Stingray. That was also not the cleanest water for trolling. So did it go back to the dealer for having any leaks or engine probelms? 8)
^^^ +1. Would be next to impossible to believe there aren't some big problems resulting from that watery excursion.