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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 11:58 PM
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I keep clicking to look at the marvelous shots of an amazing car. I can't be the only one, can I?
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:14 AM
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Stunning!! Come on by Mike J's BBQ in a couple of weeks with it :-)
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:21 AM
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Thanks guys glad you liked it. Eshaun thanks for the excellent photos

Originally Posted by Dr. No
Alvin, did you have that car at the Marin concours?
Yes SCargo brought the car there
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:32 AM
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I read about the car just a few days ago on this forum, and looked at all the great pictures of the project under way. I couldn't believe it when I saw Alvin pull into the parking lot at the Swap Meet at Parts Heaven today. I knew right away what it was. The most impressive is the sound of the engine. It is just amazing. Great job on a one-of-a-kind project!!
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:53 AM
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I saw this today at the swap meet -- it was truly amazing! Loved it and every detail.
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 01:44 AM
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Alvin,

good to finally meet you.
nice car, nice show (today at PartsHeaven in Hayward, CA), nice guy.

If there is any doubt about Alvin's psychosis on the, what should now be re-named the "Alvin (slippery) Slope"..... after 3 years and $$$ and more $$$ .... let that person speak up now or forever hold his/her peace.

The best thing Alvin told me is that he hasnt gotten the car up fast enough because he is afraid it might be lifting on the front end !.... so let me get this straight.... your "Big Bird" RUF/Promotive/S-Car Go/993 wants to fly ???

LET HER FLY !!!!

LET HER FLY !!!! I SAY !

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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 10:55 AM
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Simply Amazing, every shot of this car looks great!

Andy
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:37 PM
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Looks real cool, congrats!
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by eshaun
Appreciate all the photography compliments guys. Alvin's 993 build truly needs to be seen in person to appreciate all the work done. When he called me up the other day to tell me the car was finally completed, I had to clear my schedule and head out for a quick spin to snap a few photos before the daylight faded. Stay tuned for more...
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Amazing shots... nice work!
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 02:16 PM
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Absolutely gorgeous. Gotta echo the comment about the streetcar back drops too--stunning!
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 02:20 PM
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Alvin, great to see Bigbird stretching it's wings. Good to see you again as well. Those pics are awesome!!!
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 04:14 PM
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very nicely done Alvin, hope to see the write up in the upcoming 'Total 911" Porsche Magazine
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 04:34 PM
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...simply stunning!!!


or to sum it up w/o words and once again:
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 04:48 PM
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Thats it! I'm out! I'm out of the contest.
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Old Jun 7, 2010 | 04:49 PM
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Simply stunning, Alvin. Very well done.
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