Official Garage Queen Thread
08-17-2013, 12:25 AM
#81
Burning Brakes
My 06 Coupe is definitely not a garage queen because it has nearly 36K on it, but my friend’s father has an 07 triple black vert 6MT with only 1,600 miles on it. 
08-17-2013, 07:07 AM
#83
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
Beautiful ride, and at 650 miles in 9 months, you're a contender for sure.
At this rate, that LS7 won't be broken in on it's 1st anniversary! A true garage queen, ha!
Probably, but my mojo spreads quickly.
08-17-2013, 11:11 AM
#85
A neighbor just a few houses down - an older retired gentleman - owns a beautiful cherry red Porsche 911. He's had this vehicle as far as I can remember living in this area. So, I'm assuming that it has - at least - 6, or 7 years on it.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
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08-17-2013, 11:21 AM
#86
Race Car Tech
A neighbor just a few houses down - an older retired gentleman - owns a beautiful cherry red Porsche 911. He's had this vehicle as far as I can remember living in this area. So, I'm assuming that it has - at least - 6, or 7 years on it.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
08-17-2013, 11:31 AM
#87
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
A neighbor just a few houses down - an older retired gentleman - owns a beautiful cherry red Porsche 911. He's had this vehicle as far as I can remember living in this area. So, I'm assuming that it has - at least - 6, or 7 years on it.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
I have NEVER seen that car drive out of his garage in that time (except, when he is cleaning it). And, in this neighborhood - a closed community - there are only two red sports cars (mine and his), as everyone else drives more conservative-looking Mercedes, BMWs and your variety of SUVs.
But, seriously, I've never seen that car driven. If I'm out walking the German Shepherd, and his garage is open, I can usually see the car in there with a few things on top, like a towel, or some pillows from a couch. Essentially, it is now partially a storage surface.
Yeah, it's his car to do with as he wishes. But, wow.
I have a friend that I've known 27 years now. He has a 1967 Corvette, that he's body off, completely restored, totally himself, with the help a a few friends. Every detail represents GM stock new condition.
That project was completed 3 years ago, and he has less than 900 miles on the car in the last 3 years. He just loves working on it. Not any different than a person who enjoys his tropical fish, or looking at his coin/stamp collection, etc.
I believe that we live in a very stressful world these days. Any hobby that relaxes, and soothes the soul, is wonderful.
08-17-2013, 02:09 PM
#90
Le Mans Master
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08-17-2013, 05:06 PM
#92
Melting Slicks
good for you
I have been averaging @ 4k on mine for the last few years.
although some of those miles were at the track and all the others are HARD miles
although some of those miles were at the track and all the others are HARD miles
08-17-2013, 05:31 PM
#94
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Well, I just listed my garage queen for sale on the local sales internet site!! As much as I love the car, I just don't have that Car passion that I used to. When I bought it, I thought it was an itch I had to scratch again, but I wish I had listened to my wife and that this car belonged to someone else!!
08-17-2013, 05:49 PM
#95
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
Well, I just listed my garage queen for sale on the local sales internet site!! As much as I love the car, I just don't have that Car passion that I used to. When I bought it, I thought it was an itch I had to scratch again, but I wish I had listened to my wife and that this car belonged to someone else!!
Got a friend who might be interested. I'll PM.
08-17-2013, 11:42 PM
#98
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
Yeah, I'm not complaining because I own a beautiful brand new house, but I sure do envy a large garage like that....man I could live in there!
Btw, this thread started out as a joke, and it's hit almost 100 posts already. Surprising! And, a little
Btw, this thread started out as a joke, and it's hit almost 100 posts already. Surprising! And, a little
08-18-2013, 06:31 AM
#99
Drifting
2,672 miles on my 08
Here are some of the other reasons I don't drive it all that much. Yes, I realize this isn't the Mustang Forum but I have no prejudice to any make or model. I'm also current looking at a 71 Cuda to add to the mix of madness... I'm a huge car nut. Of course working 70-75 hours a week and traveling a ton doesnt help either regarding driving the vette or these other cars.
65 Stang in the background
66 GT Stang; also a garage queen at 31K oriignal miles
67 Stang
68 Stang; under going complete rotisserie restoration
69 Stang; Just finished up an interior restoration
Here are some of the other reasons I don't drive it all that much. Yes, I realize this isn't the Mustang Forum but I have no prejudice to any make or model. I'm also current looking at a 71 Cuda to add to the mix of madness... I'm a huge car nut. Of course working 70-75 hours a week and traveling a ton doesnt help either regarding driving the vette or these other cars.
65 Stang in the background
66 GT Stang; also a garage queen at 31K oriignal miles
67 Stang
68 Stang; under going complete rotisserie restoration
69 Stang; Just finished up an interior restoration
08-18-2013, 06:48 AM
#100
Le Mans Master
Thread Starter
2,672 miles on my 08...
Here are some of the other reasons I don't drive it all that much. Yes, I realize this isn't the Mustang Forum but I have no prejudice to any make or model. I'm also current looking at a 71 Cuda to add to the mix of madness... I'm a huge car nut. Of course working 70-75 hours a week and traveling a ton doesnt help either regarding driving the vette or these other cars.
66 GT Stang; also a garage queen at 31K orignal miles...
Here are some of the other reasons I don't drive it all that much. Yes, I realize this isn't the Mustang Forum but I have no prejudice to any make or model. I'm also current looking at a 71 Cuda to add to the mix of madness... I'm a huge car nut. Of course working 70-75 hours a week and traveling a ton doesnt help either regarding driving the vette or these other cars.
66 GT Stang; also a garage queen at 31K orignal miles...
At approx. 500 per year, your 'vette definitely qualifies as a queen.
That red 66 Mustang, with 31,000 miles, is a fantasy car!