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    A first hello


    Starting with purchased finished car. Took 75 years to have money and a great deal of fortune to find my vehicle
    No stories here
    Driving like no tomorrow because am out of tomorrow's
    Will post pic when able

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    That's great

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    Well what I don't have:
    Wind wings
    Sun visors
    Windshield wipers
    Turn signals
    Chimes, bells or talking
    A tv screen
    Self driving
    Heater defroster
    High beams
    Charging port
    Spare jack lug wrench
    Mufflers CAT converter
    Roof windows door locks
    Steering lock
    Auto transmission
    Glove box , console
    Arm rest
    Drink holders
    Phone charger
    Communication devices
    Oversized grill
    Spoilers
    Lumbar support
    Adjustable seat
    Head restraints
    Air bags
    Could go on
    What I do have is the greatest roadster I could ever want
    Adding:
    Original carpet never unfolded in original Factory Five box is in my attic
    (guess builder saw my beauty the way I do)
    No back up lights
    No tire pressure monitors
    No parking brake (might ought to fix that)
    No high beams
    No auto start
    No power door locks...no locks
    Last edited by Swamplife2; 11-14-2019 at 05:38 AM. Reason: Thought of more don't haves

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    By your description, it sounds like you have ( or don't have) everything you want. Enjoy it and be safe. And remember, no pics, no proof. Congrats on the purchase.

    Scott
    Built FFR9457. 351 Windsor, TKO600, 3.73. Fitech EFI. Russ Thompson throttle pedal, turn signal, and trunk pan. Carbon Fiber dash with Speedhut Revolution gauges. Paint by Jeff Kleiner.

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    Trying darnest to post pics. When successful will be asking if anyone has any knowledge of it
    Just want to know some history if possible

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    Ha! Have everything I don't want.
    Finally a measure of success

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    Congrats! Enjoy every day.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Swamplife2 View Post
    Trying darnest to post pics. When successful will be asking if anyone has any knowledge of it
    Just want to know some history if possible
    I am still new to these forums as well... think there is a time / # post requirement before you are able to post photos?

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    Hell yeah...what you have a lot of car lovers want...
    What you don't have is a lot of stuff that could go bad...
    Drive the wheels off of your beauty..

    Jet

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sdonnel View Post
    By your description, it sounds like you have ( or don't have) everything you want. Enjoy it and be safe. And remember, no pics, no proof. Congrats on the purchase.

    Scott
    proof?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jetfuel View Post
    Drive the wheels off of your beauty..

    Jet
    Yes sir, driving the wheels off with regularity.
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    Congrats doesn’t even begin to cover it!!! I can’t imagine how good it must feel

    Enjoy your new ride!!!!!!

    Be careful!!

    Kurt
    If everything seems under control, you’re just not going fast enough....

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    Swamplife2 - WELCOME! HAH! You had me at "Driving like no tomorrow because am out of tomorrow's." I love it!
    However, i'm thinking... Drive it everyday, since tomorrow will be just another wonderful and beautiful day! LIFE IS GREAT! With a car that beauitful, you no doubt have an excellent reason to get up each day with a smile on your face and make it your best one! Enjoy that ride, she's a real beauty! Drive on my friend, drive on and on and on...

    Dj
    Last edited by ydousurf; 11-14-2019 at 02:40 AM. Reason: Typo/Grammar

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    Yes sir for me a great reason to press on. In fact, more than getting up in the morning, I find myself in the garage at 1 or 2 or 3 AM because thinking about that roadster is extending my life more than all the doctors put together.
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    OK. The pics prove it. That's a beautiful car. Glad to hear you're enjoying it as much as possible. They're not any fun sitting in the garage.

    Scott
    Built FFR9457. 351 Windsor, TKO600, 3.73. Fitech EFI. Russ Thompson throttle pedal, turn signal, and trunk pan. Carbon Fiber dash with Speedhut Revolution gauges. Paint by Jeff Kleiner.

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    Welcome and awesome car.... I'm just down the road from you in Summerville.... We can hook up some time... We have a few FF owners in the area and a few other brand cobras as well.

    Carl

    Mk4 20th Anniversary #8690 (#8 of 20) Purchased 8/18/18----Build Started 8/19/18
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    Carb/Heater/Heated Seats/Cruise Control/Drop Trunk & Battery/Custom Cubby

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    Yes, ok, would like that. PM me.
    Do you ever come up Myrtle Beach way?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Swamplife2 View Post
    Yes, ok, would like that. PM me.
    Do you ever come up Myrtle Beach way?
    Yup I do... Actually there is a brand new build happening in Murrell's inlet... I'm hoping to go up and meet with Richard in the near future.

    Mk4 20th Anniversary #8690 (#8 of 20) Purchased 8/18/18----Build Started 8/19/18
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    Carb/Heater/Heated Seats/Cruise Control/Drop Trunk & Battery/Custom Cubby

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    It is great about the number of builder / enthusiasts in this area of *da swamp *
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