Hate driving towards P-cars
#31
09-17-2009, 03:29 PM
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In Atlanta, the worst problem seems to be people just don't pay attention to what they are doing - I wish they did realize I was driving a Porsche or that they would at least realize I existed.
The other evening on the way to a PCA social, two cars, nearly back to back, made a left right in front of us - and the guy 1 car length and in the right lane ahead of me that blew his horn at both of them probably had to go home and change his shorts
- I know they must have been within a couple feet of his car.
A few weeks ago some other moron in an SUV just pulled into my lane obviously having no idea what a side view mirror is for (hers were plenty large) - I almost had to run up on the curb to avoid getting hit. And she has no clue what she has done.
Cell phones
, long work days, too much going on, and selfish thoughtless behavior - rush hour traffic is just nuts here. Jealousy or Porsche envy - no - that would take at least some consideration that other drivers even exist.
The other evening on the way to a PCA social, two cars, nearly back to back, made a left right in front of us - and the guy 1 car length and in the right lane ahead of me that blew his horn at both of them probably had to go home and change his shorts
- I know they must have been within a couple feet of his car.A few weeks ago some other moron in an SUV just pulled into my lane obviously having no idea what a side view mirror is for (hers were plenty large) - I almost had to run up on the curb to avoid getting hit. And she has no clue what she has done.
Cell phones
, long work days, too much going on, and selfish thoughtless behavior - rush hour traffic is just nuts here. Jealousy or Porsche envy - no - that would take at least some consideration that other drivers even exist.Oh shiite, thats everywhere. People are still texting and driving with their little Chihuahua on their lap sippiing a Starbuck Latte.
#33
09-17-2009, 03:37 PM
I'm seriously thinking of buying a cell phone jammer - illegal, but I don't think enforcement is high on anyone's list. Of course the putz on the phone would probably become even more distracted trying to recover their lost call.
#34
09-17-2009, 05:13 PM
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Rep Power: 45 I thought the same thing recently. It would be fun, in addition, get a K/Ka band emitter to make those a-holes think the cops are nearby... Just setup a frequency you know it's your emitter and you'll know its not the police (unless they use the same frequency, then you're in deep s***).
Here it was the first time that I saw (besides the cell phone, large soda, sandwich, magazine, movie, dog, cigarette)as source of distraction putting make up on. This particular whale almost hit me by passing trough the right while I was passing on the left...
#35
09-17-2009, 05:37 PM
Now I live in DC. You don't find that so much here. In a big contrast to ATL, most of the close-in residential housing doesn't have garages, so people just park their POS on the street and scrape the ice off in the winter mornings.
#36
09-17-2009, 09:38 PM
+ 1x10^1000
Here in NE, trucks don't mind the sports cars at all. The only people you get problems from are the 3-series and M3 driving crowd who think that just because they managed to get a BMW, they have complete dominion and right to the road, and anyone driving a minivan. I'm not sure what it is about minivan drivers, but male and female alike, they are among the most reckless on the road (speeding, passing illegally, tailgating, etc).
Here in NE, trucks don't mind the sports cars at all. The only people you get problems from are the 3-series and M3 driving crowd who think that just because they managed to get a BMW, they have complete dominion and right to the road, and anyone driving a minivan. I'm not sure what it is about minivan drivers, but male and female alike, they are among the most reckless on the road (speeding, passing illegally, tailgating, etc).
hahahhaa sooo soo tru about the minivans! they are nuts!!
#37
09-17-2009, 10:16 PM
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Rep Power: 31 I've had the opposite experience to some on this post. Yes, get the occasional M3 or Scion that wants to show off, but people seem to give me space. And can't get a ticket in this car if my life depended on it (just knocked on wood). Have no problem hitting 100mph on the highway every chance I get, so not sure what gives. Not that I'm complaining!
Lots of other P-Cars around here so hardly a rare car- but respected nonetheless.
#38
09-17-2009, 11:01 PM
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Rep Power: 106 I agree with your comment. For me, it's usually a Mustang that wants to race or a tricked out Integra- but mostly people give you the utmost respect in a P-Car here in the OC. There are always A-Holes but for the most part people are very respectful. I sometimes get a whole car load of Kids with their Dad's giving me the Thumbs Up, sometimes it downright emabaraasing and it catches me off guard, but it is very nice.
Lots of other P-Cars around here so hardly a rare car- but respected nonetheless.
Lots of other P-Cars around here so hardly a rare car- but respected nonetheless.
There was a twin turbo Helion Mustang SVT that wanted to race. I didn't do it, the thing had to have near 700rwhp. Mustangs are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you are going to get.
Dave
#39
09-17-2009, 11:27 PM
In the Seattle area, it seems that some of the young ricers just don't feel they can survive unless they pass me on the road. (yawn)....as if going 75 in a 60 actually proves anything.
That said, I tend to be more apprehensive about people who tailgate the Porsche. If they do that when I'm driving my Ranger -- well, good luck with that....as the vehicle is "disposable." But I'd prefer they stay away from the Porsche...especially as I make sure not to just cruise the left lane, etc. (Given umarked police cars, I'm actually thrilled to have someone tear past me at a "stupid" speed to clear out any cops ahead.)
That said, I tend to be more apprehensive about people who tailgate the Porsche. If they do that when I'm driving my Ranger -- well, good luck with that....as the vehicle is "disposable." But I'd prefer they stay away from the Porsche...especially as I make sure not to just cruise the left lane, etc. (Given umarked police cars, I'm actually thrilled to have someone tear past me at a "stupid" speed to clear out any cops ahead.)
Jason
#40
09-18-2009, 01:09 PM
I have had pretty good experiences in Dallas. When driving on the street, 99% of the time it is like a grandma, and I make sure not to back up traffic behind me if traveling in the left lane. I also have pretty dark tint so maybe they assume it is a grandma driving
#41
09-18-2009, 01:28 PM
Had some guys in a PU slow down and admire my car with a thumbs up. We were along side later @ a traffic light and talking. The driver asked if I had Nitrous when he saw my Moton Canisters. Then the obvious question how fast is it. Most times I don't notice much hate, just lousy driving in general. As for the hanging ***** in FL, the legislature wasted days arguing about them finally banning them. Thankfully it probably kept them from raising taxes higher as time ran out.
Peter
Peter
#42
09-18-2009, 06:06 PM
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Rep Power: 45 Every once in awhile if you are lucky you may even see one of these trucks with a hitch that hangs two steel ***** resembling ********* and for some reason they need those ***** on their truck to reveal to everyone who truly low class they are .
It doesn't matter that some of those trucks cost over 50K because all that money can not buy class .
It doesn't matter that some of those trucks cost over 50K because all that money can not buy class .
#44
09-18-2009, 08:56 PM
I have been surprised how many 'thumbs up' signs I have gotten in the 911 here in OH.
I was driving the Mondial one night and pulled out from a right on red. All of a sudden, I noticed lights in my mirror. My first reaction was to step on the gas - I thought I had pulled out in front of someone. When he treid to keep up , I realized that he wanted to race. So I could have let him pass, or step harder on the gas. Of course, I stepped harder
. Right up to the light a few hundred yards down the road. He pulled up beside me and instead of a smart comment, a guy in a new Mustang said "Man, that thing is fast!"
I was driving the Mondial one night and pulled out from a right on red. All of a sudden, I noticed lights in my mirror. My first reaction was to step on the gas - I thought I had pulled out in front of someone. When he treid to keep up , I realized that he wanted to race. So I could have let him pass, or step harder on the gas. Of course, I stepped harder
. Right up to the light a few hundred yards down the road. He pulled up beside me and instead of a smart comment, a guy in a new Mustang said "Man, that thing is fast!"
#45
09-18-2009, 11:03 PM
I have been surprised how many 'thumbs up' signs I have gotten in the 911 here in OH.
I was driving the Mondial one night and pulled out from a right on red. All of a sudden, I noticed lights in my mirror. My first reaction was to step on the gas - I thought I had pulled out in front of someone. When he treid to keep up , I realized that he wanted to race. So I could have let him pass, or step harder on the gas. Of course, I stepped harder. Right up to the light a few hundred yards down the road. He pulled up beside me and instead of a smart comment, a guy in a new Mustang said "Man, that thing is fast!"
I was driving the Mondial one night and pulled out from a right on red. All of a sudden, I noticed lights in my mirror. My first reaction was to step on the gas - I thought I had pulled out in front of someone. When he treid to keep up , I realized that he wanted to race. So I could have let him pass, or step harder on the gas. Of course, I stepped harder
. Right up to the light a few hundred yards down the road. He pulled up beside me and instead of a smart comment, a guy in a new Mustang said "Man, that thing is fast!"It reminds me of when I had a 1983 944 when I was 19; I get this guy in a 6 cylinder Fiero trying to race me and I beat him on the 944 which was an 8.3 sec 0-60 car. He goes "man I only have 6 cylinders" to which I respond "and I only got 4."
Last edited by cibergypsy; 09-18-2009 at 11:07 PM.