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"rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S" (rb1971) 04/24/2016 at 14:22 • Filed to: None

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Somehow I’ve had the i8 twice as long as the M6 but put 2x the miles on the M6. I assume it’s because I normally pick that car for long distance road trips but I feel like I’m in the i8 a lot more.

Meanwhile the Lincoln is ready for the Targa California in a couple of weeks.

Montalvo > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 14:30

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I still think BMW should take the i8 put the running gear of the M6 in it and release it as a new M1. Between the i8 and the M6 GC, the M6 is definitely the car I would rather be in. The competition package one just makes everything even better.

rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S > Montalvo 04/24/2016 at 14:31

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They keep teasing an i8 with the rear seats removed (they are useless anyhow and an impediment to using the HOV lanes near me legally - so take my rears, please!) and putting in a modern I6 with roughly 80% more HP than the current I3. To which I say yes please.

Wobbles the Mind > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 14:33

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My body wasn’t ready for that Lincoln! I’m going to need a moment. Oh, my loins...

TheJWT > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 14:52

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How are you liking the i8 so far?

rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S > TheJWT 04/24/2016 at 14:56

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Other than the Lincoln, it’s the car that gets the most attention out of every car I’ve probably ever had. So there are a lot of pluses and minuses that come along with that. Otherwise, and other than getting into the car which can sometimes be a pain, it’s great. Much quicker than expected at legal speeds, and fun to drive on curvy roads.

TheJWT > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 15:19

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I’ve driven CCC’s a decent amount, and I’m pretty sure only our bright green Huracan gets more attention... I’ve always found it a bit too disconnected on twisty roads though

PushToStart > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 18:51

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just because you mentioned it and I’m curious, what other cars have you had?

rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S > PushToStart 04/24/2016 at 19:05

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Ever? Oh man the list is long. Things that are flashy or unusual include a BMW 850i, a Maserati Gran Turismo, a bunch of old Mopars, and an inka orange E9 which I thought we be higher on the look-at-me list but there you go. It gets about as much attention as a friend’s 458 I borrowed for a weekend (and way more picture-takers), although the plural of anecdote obviously isn’t data.

PushToStart > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 20:03

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Yeah I remember the E9, that thing is gorgeous. You've still got that right? But I see your point about the color, you'd think the orange would grab a lot of attention.

rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S > PushToStart 04/24/2016 at 21:06

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Still got it! It’s in my avatar.

PushToStart > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/24/2016 at 22:04

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Oh yeah I see that now! Avatars aren't super visible on mobile and I didn't even look closely haha

B_dol > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/25/2016 at 12:05

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Looking squeaky clean. I finally figured out a solution to my now garage/driveway-less existence and Santa Clara County’s PITA no car-wash rules.

Random aside. Are you aware of any car outfits where I could rent a 60's Lincoln ‘vert for my wedding day? Fiancee’s Hindu family requires the groomsmen and I enter the wedding in some grandiose manner and a horse or elephant is not my style.

rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S > B_dol 04/25/2016 at 12:42

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In the bay area? There are a few of them but none for rent as far as I know.

However, I love the elephant idea. That’s what I’d do in your shoes. I mean come on this is awesome!

B_dol > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/25/2016 at 13:48

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Yessir. Getting a quote or two on an elephant now, trying not to go bankrupt but it is a once in a lifetime deal.

B_dol > rb1971 ARGQF+CayenneTurbo+E9+328GTS+R90S 04/26/2016 at 17:51

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Made a few calls, $10K for a few elephant hours. Too rich for my blood!

JDMatt > B_dol 04/30/2016 at 21:32

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It’s probably easier to rent a convertible corvette than a 60's lincoln

V12 Jake- Hittin' Switches > B_dol 05/03/2016 at 15:53

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Convertible Maybach 62. Very grandiose.