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Old 03-14-2005, 09:31 AM
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Hey Marc. You'll love the 2002 C2. Looking forward to seeing you at Tremblant this summer.
Old 03-14-2005, 09:33 AM
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Hi, Bob here, I live in Toronto and work from here and Accrington U.K.
We have a business as engineers in hydraulic tooling for robotic submarines.
I am 53 and probably one of the oldest amateur boxers around these parts.
We enjoy boating on Georgian Bay cruising up through the north channel islands which makes up most of the summer activities while winter is mainly travel and some skiing.
Old 03-14-2005, 09:39 AM
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Do you track your car Bob?
Old 03-14-2005, 09:48 AM
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Alon,
Not yet and I have to admit I am kinda nervous about bending it or someone else's.
I'd like to at least come out and see what happens though.
You guys have plans?
Old 03-14-2005, 10:11 AM
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Go to www.pca.org/ucr for track info if you're a new or potential track driver. Other than the PCA (the safest way to track in the beginning), there are other schools (www.dexterautosport.com and www.carcontrolschool.com) for example.

Come on, you won't bend it or anyone else's car if you attend some good, controlled and well organized events. Ian Law's program (www.carcontrolschool.com) offers great courses from in-class to parking lot and then Shannonville (safe track to drive).
Old 03-14-2005, 11:57 AM
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Ah, reitirement. Looks pretty good to me alright. Nice going Don, looks like you have done alright with your life.

ERIC: God bless you and watch over you. And... thank you for defending our freedom and helping to spread it to a region of the world that has been in dire need of it.
Old 03-14-2005, 05:01 PM
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Gary
Live and work in NY
I drive a TT that I just bought about a month ago
I'm a corporate lawyer
I love Don's houses and cars
I was fortunate enough to visit Ferrari last summer in Italy, and was taken for a few laps around the test track in an Enzo. My heart was still pounding when this pic was taken. (And the smile was still plastered to my face )

Old 03-14-2005, 06:04 PM
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Hi, my name is Ed.
I live in Elk Grove, CA.
I'm married, have 3 boys and 2 chihuahua "mixes".
I drive an '87 Carrera and a '99 Carrera.
I've been a Porsche freak for 35 years and a rennlist member for about a year.
I'm a lawyer.

And I REALLY want mnmblu to photograph my cars !!!
Old 03-15-2005, 09:14 AM
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Hey Gary, my wife and I were in Italy this past May and did a factory tour along with the museum and track. I have to admit that no matter how much I've always loved Porsches, the hairs on my arm stood on end when I was there. Great picture, great story. Did you buy one of those 360 Modena Pistons at the Ferrari store for something ridiculous like 300 Euros?
Old 03-15-2005, 09:27 AM
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Alon: The factory store was SUCH a rip off, you're right. I bought my kids the little red Ferrari hats, but that's it. All in all, an amazing place, though. Wouldn't mind being a Ferrari test driver for a few months!
Old 03-15-2005, 09:32 AM
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Yes, just being around all of the old tools and everything impressed me. I've got some good pictures of the all the workers going on lunch break and heading over to the little restaurant, all wearing red uniforms. It looked like a huge F1 support team. The pride that they fell is so obvious. That whole area is electric. By the way, if you're ever after any of those Ferrari or other F1 related goodies, check out www.collectorstudio.com The owner, Morry, is a friend and neighbour of mine and he has many US customers (he's much better than that store on Park Ave and 49th.).
Old 03-15-2005, 10:05 AM
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Hello to everyone!!

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Old 03-15-2005, 10:25 AM
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My name is Scott and I live outside Providence, RI (in North Attleboro, MA).
I drive a (let's not talk about what replaced my 996 )
I have been on the Rennlist for a couple of years.
I enjoy cars, fishing, and not working on my house.
I work as a senior IT consultant.

I'm currently saving up for the next Porsche, though it looks like the $$$ may go towards kids instead if my wife gets her way...
Old 03-15-2005, 10:48 AM
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You guys can't wait to retire....I tried that....made it 3 years.....I guess it depends on how much fun your career is??? Mine is music, and as long as there's opportunity, I guess I'll stay with it!!!
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Hi, my name is Marc
I'm 39, maried, two kids (5 & 3), two Jack-Russells
I live in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada.
I work in Toronto.
I was born in Montreal (Go Habs Go)
I drive a 40th Anniversary 996, an old Mercedes and occasionaly a Range Rover when my wfe allows it.
She is NOT understanding of the Porsche...she doesn't understand that she can't drive it everyday.
I have been on the Rennlist for6 Months.
I enjoy Skiing, Fly Fishing, Sailing, a good bottle of Bordeaux, a fine cigars, photography, relaxing around the pool in the summer, listening to music, my kids, my dogs and my wife. Not in that order, especially the last three items.
I actually have time for... not much.
I consider that I have a Master Degree in "The Good Life"...but currently working on my Ph.D.
I work as a Merchant Banker.


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