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Old 08-11-2012, 10:27 PM
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It's been a wonderful ride; however, today I bid farewell to my beloved Z. I will miss it dearly. It had my own personal touch which made it unique. It had to be sold though. Both me and my wife are unemployed and need the cash for the obvious life necessities and to keep our daughter in school.

I was selfish wanting to keep my Z until I had a moment of clarity and got my priorities straight. I'll be on the forums for a little longer while trying to sell some stock stuff left behind from the mods I made. I hope to be back another day with another Z. Time will tell.

Goodbye my friend.


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Old 08-11-2012, 10:32 PM
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Man that sucks, but at least your doing it for the right reasons. Good luck with your employment ventures and hopefully soon you can get back in a Z. Good luck
Old 08-11-2012, 10:40 PM
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I have been lucky enough to have been able to keep mine for four years so far. Hope things take a turn for the best for you and your family soon. When they do, you can always buy another. Marc L.
Old 08-11-2012, 10:44 PM
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good luck, and hope things turn-around soon for your family...
Old 08-11-2012, 10:50 PM
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You did what you had to do.

Really, when it comes down to your daughter's education and keeping it, the choice is clear. It had to go.

You'll be back in another one soon.
Old 08-11-2012, 10:54 PM
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Thank you for your great contributions to the forum. Great looking Z. Best of luck.
Old 08-11-2012, 11:51 PM
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Just a thought. What do you dofor a living? Maybe we can network with members to help you find a job? What profession are you in? Maybe your Corvette brothers can help?

Mark
Old 08-11-2012, 11:59 PM
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Originally Posted by mark1107
Just a thought. What do you dofor a living? Maybe we can network with members to help you find a job? What profession are you in? Maybe your Corvette brothers can help?

Mark
That's a nice thought.
Old 08-12-2012, 02:46 AM
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A tough but correct decision and one I hope not to have to make

Good luck


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Old 08-12-2012, 03:14 AM
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Sad to see her go..

Life's a rollercoaster, it doesn't always ride on top nor is it always at the bottom, you'll be back at it soon enough!

Hope things turn around soon!

Old 08-12-2012, 08:16 AM
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you're a good dad, you'll have another Z soon.
Old 08-12-2012, 09:53 AM
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Originally Posted by mark1107
Just a thought. What do you dofor a living? Maybe we can network with members to help you find a job? What profession are you in? Maybe your Corvette brothers can help?

Mark
I can help with the dental field. I have friends in sales, know of offices looking for dentists, hygienists, front office staff. I also have connections to the paint and body industry.

When I was unemployed in 2009, I relied solely on my side work for income. I might have a 9-5 job now but when I'm not working, I'm still engaging in side business to make extra cash because you never know what the future holds. Good luck, and stay positive. There's work out there for you and you're going to find it.
Old 08-12-2012, 11:13 AM
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Beautiful Z, but you made the right choice. Good luck!
Old 08-12-2012, 02:55 PM
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Good luck. You're young and have plenty of time to bounce back.
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I'm in the insurance industry and know insurance companies nationwide. Please let us know what your profession is and maybe someone can open a door for you?
Old 08-12-2012, 06:09 PM
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Don't leave and still be a forum member. life has challenges and you made the right choice. If you were in Arizona i have a large recourse in the Highway Construction Industry.
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Sad but great job. Glad people like you man up and put the family first instead of just trying to collect unemployment. I applaud you.

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Old 08-12-2012, 07:41 PM
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Best of luck to you and your family. As much as it sucks to let it go, it's just a car, and there will be others when times are better. I think we've all looked at them at least once, and thought about where the money could be better spent, regardless of our financial situation.

Old 08-12-2012, 07:54 PM
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Sounds like the right decision. Hopefully you'll be back in a Vette before too long. Best of luck to you!
Old 08-12-2012, 07:57 PM
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Best wishes; hope you get a job soon and that everything works out. There will be another Z in your future.


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