(Some) Car people in St. Louis are jerks

"Big Bubba Ray" (eganward01)
04/26/2014 at 22:04 • Filed to: None

On Thursday I was on my way to work, pulling out of the bank parking lot when an absolutely stunning BMW flew by me. I shot out of the lot and followed the guy for a second so I could get a closer look. Luckily he pulled into a parking lot close by so, naturally, I pulled in there too. He parked his car and I rolled up next to him and asked him what exactly he was driving.

His car was a wonderfully restored 1973 BMW 3.0CS. It was a dark red, almost burgundy color, like the one picture above. I've never seen one of these in person so I was really excited. I adore old BMWs. The guy hopped out of the car, I asked him if he would mind if I took a couple picture of his car, and he said no. Couldn't believe it. I was annoyed, but respected his decision and continued on my way.

Earlier that week I had also seen a gorgeous 1971 BMW 2002 as I was leaving work.

I was getting into my car as the owner of said BMW was just exiting his. I asked what year it was, complimented his car and asked if I could talk to him for a minute about it and take a picture or two. He declined any conversation because he claimed to be "too busy." You want to know where he was going? To get a smoothie...where I work. Ya, I work at a smoothie place, I'm a baller.

He walked into the smoothie place where I work, and I followed. I got behind the counter, took his order, and tried to ask him questions about his car. He actively tried to avoid conversation about his car for some strange reason, so I gave up.

What the hell is it with car people where I live? STOP BEING DICKS, PEOPLE.

Rant over.

DISCUSSION (26)

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:06

DO YOU WORK AT SMOOTHIE KING?

Also, car people here really can be dicks. I asked to take a picture of a C6 Z06 in a Schnucks parking lot and the guy threw a fit for me even asking.

Cherry_man1 > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:11

They are BMW owners. That simple.

Big Bubba Ray > Cherry_man1
04/26/2014 at 22:17

Haha ya there seems to be a trend. And it's annoying me!

Big Bubba Ray > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/26/2014 at 22:18

That's so absurd. Who gives a fuck if somebody takes a picture of your car??

But, nah, fuck Smoothie King! I work at St. Louis Smoothie haha

Cherry_man1 > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:18

Understandable!

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:21

Are they open tomorrow, because I need to find a new smoothie place. Smoothie King is fucking expensive.

Big Bubba Ray > Logansteno: Bought a VW?
04/26/2014 at 22:24

Haha ya dude we're open tomorrow from 10-6ish I think.

Logansteno: Bought a VW? > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:27

Fuck yeah! I'll be trying it then.

Your boy, BJR > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:28

BMW

there ya go.

desertdog5051 > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:29

Assholes reside everywhere. The other day, I went to my chiropractors office. There was a stunning '78 450 SL in the parking lot. I walked over and did a walk around and was amazed. I went into the office and signed in and asked the woman behind the desk about who owned that beautiful Merc. Her response was "It's mine, don't touch it" I said that I have been a car guy all my life and I know not to touch anyone's car unless they give you permission. She said, snippingly, that there was a hair trigger alarm on it and if I touched it, she would know.

I mentioned the conversation to the doctor and he said that she was his wife. I am shopping for a new chiro this week.

Big Bubba Ray > desertdog5051
04/26/2014 at 22:35

That's insane! What the hell is with people? If you drive a unique car, you have to expect people to be interested and want to chat about it.

When I had my Baja Bug and drove it around, people would stop me to talk and I was always glad to talk about it. I could never own a cool car that I don't want to talk about.

desertdog5051 > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:42

I know. Most people want to tell you about their cars. I guess some are weird and paranoid or something. What is the fun of owning a unique car if you are not willing to talk to curious people about it or are afraid everyone has spray paint and sand paper and is just looking to destroy your car. Jeez.

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:50

You want a Bmw give me some cash and I can get you a 2002?

Big Bubba Ray > Vince-The Roadside Mechanic
04/26/2014 at 22:51

Haha very tempting, but I have my eye on a 280Z right now!

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 22:55

If you get it could I borrow it? I want to start a performance parts business and would like to take some measurements of a Datsun z car.

Big Bubba Ray > Vince-The Roadside Mechanic
04/26/2014 at 22:56

Absolutely! Anything to help out a fellow Jalop. As long as I get a discount on future performance parts haha

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 23:00

Deal first I want to work on parts for 2002s then datsuns. I hope it takes off so I don't have to do a normal job.

Big Bubba Ray > Vince-The Roadside Mechanic
04/26/2014 at 23:04

That would be a dream. I'd kill to work with cars and make enough to not have a "normal" job haha

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 23:09

If I ever need employees for my business you will be the first I hire (If you meet the standards for the job.)

Big Bubba Ray > Vince-The Roadside Mechanic
04/26/2014 at 23:16

Dude, if you're serious, I'd drop everything and make it happen. Not kidding.

Vince-The Roadside Mechanic > Big Bubba Ray
04/26/2014 at 23:18

When the time comes I will let you know.

Buick Mackane > Big Bubba Ray
04/27/2014 at 03:24

You don't need to ask permission to take a photo of a car in a public area.

E92M3 > Big Bubba Ray
04/27/2014 at 10:10

They are probably just annoyed with so many people wanting to talk about their car all the time. I try to be polite and talk to people when I drive my truck and they want to talk. I know better than to drive it if I'm in a hurry. The other day I was towing it across country behind a Uhaul and stopped to get gas. This couple came up, started talking, and wouldn't leave. I was blocking 2 pumps at a busy station so I eventually had to tell them I had to go. I usually don't mind, but I do get annoyed with the people that try to convince you to make changes to your ride. "Man I would slam that thing on the ground" or "You should put some flames on it". I just want to tell them to go back to watching "Counts Kustoms"

Big Bubba Ray > Buick Mackane
04/27/2014 at 10:30

I know I don't have to, but it's more of a respect thing for the owner.

DancesWithRotors - Driving Insightfully > Big Bubba Ray
04/27/2014 at 12:21

This is why I make extra time whenever I drive Ilaria (My Fiat). She always catches attention, and I love talking to people about her.

Buick Mackane > desertdog5051
04/27/2014 at 16:27

I would go out and spit a nice hawker on the hood when I left the parking lot.