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  1. 12-22-2006, 10:15 AM #1
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    Default Got my x-mas bonus!

    Wasn't a big wad of cash, but it'll do. :)





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  2. 12-22-2006, 10:18 AM #2
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    I am envious!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Treibenschnell View Post
    I am envious!
    Too bad it has to go back Tuesday!
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    Is that yours?

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    Default I received my bonus also and look what i got.....


    I live where even the coyotes won't go...
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    Quote Originally Posted by srivendel View Post
    Is that yours?

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    For the weekend at least. Wish I had $120k to blow on a car!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Shoefly View Post
    Too bad it has to go back Tuesday!
    No kidding...

    I would be driving all over town like a madman!! I'd have to see my gas bill after that...

    Either way - Nice bonus!!
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  8. 12-22-2006, 10:27 AM #8
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    Is there a mileage restriction?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Treibenschnell View Post
    No kidding...

    I would be driving all over town like a madman!! I'd have to see my gas bill after that...

    Either way - Nice bonus!!
    It's the best looking car out there today imo, although I wish that translated into driving. It's got decent power although you feel too disconnected from the experience. It's comfortable and a good GT for highway driving. Lots of visibility and the brakes are superb. However, there's a slight delay in the throttle I don't like, and the power takes too long to come on. Once it comes on, seems like the hp band drops off near redline. The exhaust sounds good, has a cool burble, although even that feels disconnected. Sounds like it's 10ft behind you. Handling wise, the steering is a little vague too. Just not a very direct experience. The gearbox is nice though. You don't get tripped up in the 2-3 shifts and you always know what gear your in immediately. Short throws too.

    For the price, I'd much rather have my old M Coupe which did just about everything this does a little better. BUT, damn it's sexy. You don't get as much looks in it as you'd think, but the people who do notice, freak out.

    Now I just need a list of all the valet parking in Dallas!
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    Quote Originally Posted by srivendel View Post
    Is there a mileage restriction?

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    Sure does. Cost of ownership on these things is like ~$4.00 to $8.00 per mile!
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    Default ok..i'm ignorant

    what is it? and I don't mean the Miata
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tim the Teacher View Post
    what is it? and I don't mean the Miata
    Aston Martin V8 Vantage. It's the "baby" Aston...If there could be such a thing. Clarkson's review here.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tim the Teacher View Post
    what is it? and I don't mean the Miata
    You should have your license revoked for that!
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    You should take us all for rides and charge $5 a pop...
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    I once knew a girl that would do that very thing....
    I live where even the coyotes won't go...
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tim the Teacher View Post
    I once knew a girl that would do that very thing....
    and it took her 3 years to gradyate from your class I bet.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Tim the Teacher View Post
    I once knew a girl that would do that very thing....
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    Quote Originally Posted by Treibenschnell View Post
    You should take us all for rides and charge $5 a pop...

    Hell, that'll barely cover the gas! $20 and I'm in!
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    Wow ya got a rental car for the weekend!
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