Traded in my 08 TL-S
11-24-2009, 09:21 AM
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why does the wife get the fun car? thats a pretty big sacrifice, even if you were going from a tl-s to an '03 Z. cr-v is a good car, but a huge change from a tl-s. good luck!
11-24-2009, 09:47 AM
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I'm sure I'll get to drive it from time to time......
11-24-2009, 03:13 PM
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WOW... what can i say that hasn't been said already. Not a whole lot of people out there that would do such a great thing for somone other than themself. Congrats on the new rides i am sure you will enjoy the CR-v and the Z. 
11-24-2009, 03:27 PM
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MIKE NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Just kidding that was very gentlemen of you to do so. I am in a similar situation. My future wife is going to need a new car...
I wish i had know, you had a lot of good parts on that car!!!
How much did they get you on trade??
-Andrew
Just kidding that was very gentlemen of you to do so. I am in a similar situation. My future wife is going to need a new car...
I wish i had know, you had a lot of good parts on that car!!!
How much did they get you on trade??
-Andrew
11-24-2009, 04:45 PM
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Well, I hated to do it but I traded in my 08 WDP TL-S 5AT. She had 37K miles on her odo. I'll miss her. 
Flash back about 6 months. Our 96 Voyager minivan gave up the ghost. She was good while she lasted. Since then we've been getting by with only the TL-S. But it was a pain. If the wife needed the car, she had to come into work with me and pick me up that afternoon. I might add, work starts at 7am and she hated getting up so early.
My wife is on vacation visiting her family for a few weeks. So this gave me time to car shop. She gets home the day before her birthday. I wanted this to be a surprise for her. Her favorite car model is the Corvette. I couldn't afford that but she also likes the 350Z (so do I). So I found a used 350Z in excellent condition for her. Her name starts with the letter "Z" and her nick name is "Z". So I thougt this would be the perfect car and gift for her. I plan to put a Z front license plate and the dealership is looking for a big bow to wrap it in. The car will be in the garage. I have to pick her up at the airport. When we get back, I'll just open the garage and watch the expression on her face.
Can't wait!
I also picked up the 2nd vehicle for myself. It's a Honda CR-V. Had to be practical with this one. We do a bit of yard work and such, so need the CR-V to haul things in. No way your going to haul much in a 350Z. The CR-V is pretty nice and has a few bells and whistles.
Of course I'll still hang around here, as my heart is still in Acura's. Perhaps one day I'll be able to get another one.
Flash back about 6 months. Our 96 Voyager minivan gave up the ghost. She was good while she lasted. Since then we've been getting by with only the TL-S. But it was a pain. If the wife needed the car, she had to come into work with me and pick me up that afternoon. I might add, work starts at 7am and she hated getting up so early.
My wife is on vacation visiting her family for a few weeks. So this gave me time to car shop. She gets home the day before her birthday. I wanted this to be a surprise for her. Her favorite car model is the Corvette. I couldn't afford that but she also likes the 350Z (so do I). So I found a used 350Z in excellent condition for her. Her name starts with the letter "Z" and her nick name is "Z". So I thougt this would be the perfect car and gift for her. I plan to put a Z front license plate and the dealership is looking for a big bow to wrap it in. The car will be in the garage. I have to pick her up at the airport. When we get back, I'll just open the garage and watch the expression on her face.
Can't wait!I also picked up the 2nd vehicle for myself. It's a Honda CR-V. Had to be practical with this one. We do a bit of yard work and such, so need the CR-V to haul things in. No way your going to haul much in a 350Z. The CR-V is pretty nice and has a few bells and whistles.
Of course I'll still hang around here, as my heart is still in Acura's. Perhaps one day I'll be able to get another one.
I did the same thing got her an MDX and all got in return was thanks and peck on the lips. Hopefully you can get better return like a piece of azz or something lol gl.
12-06-2009, 04:48 PM
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Okay here are the pics everyone wanted to see. Here's the 350Z:
And here's my 06 CR-V:
Wife is coming in on Tuesday evening, her birthday!! We'll be having dinner in Daytona first and then home for the surprise...........
And here's my 06 CR-V:
Wife is coming in on Tuesday evening, her birthday!! We'll be having dinner in Daytona first and then home for the surprise...........
12-06-2009, 05:20 PM
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You are the man
12-06-2009, 10:23 PM
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wow... the definition of true love is sacrifice. and you definitely filled that dictionary!we still want to see the video of the expression on her face when she saw the car
12-07-2009, 07:34 AM
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12-07-2009, 09:19 AM
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FTW
12-07-2009, 09:25 AM
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BTW, my wife's nick name is "Z".........
That's too much! I do miss her though.......
12-07-2009, 06:39 PM
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That is one awesome surprise - can't wait to hear how she reacts!
My b-day is on the 27th, and it would be nice to get a 350Z from my wife, however she already thinks I have too many toys. And if it was the other way around and I got her one, she would instantly assume it was one of those "gifts" like a new boat, meaning really for me
My b-day is on the 27th, and it would be nice to get a 350Z from my wife, however she already thinks I have too many toys. And if it was the other way around and I got her one, she would instantly assume it was one of those "gifts" like a new boat, meaning really for me
12-07-2009, 08:31 PM
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That is one awesome surprise - can't wait to hear how she reacts!
My b-day is on the 27th, and it would be nice to get a 350Z from my wife, however she already thinks I have too many toys. And if it was the other way around and I got her one, she would instantly assume it was one of those "gifts" like a new boat, meaning really for me
My b-day is on the 27th, and it would be nice to get a 350Z from my wife, however she already thinks I have too many toys. And if it was the other way around and I got her one, she would instantly assume it was one of those "gifts" like a new boat, meaning really for me
She is in Orlando tonight. Either meeting her in Daytona tomorrow or going to get her in Orlando on Wednesday. Not sure what she wants to do yet. The anticipation is killing me.........
12-08-2009, 02:07 AM
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You should have some fun with your wife first 
. get a little bow and a tag with her name on it, and put it on the minivan when you pick her up at the airport, tell her surprise! look what i got you honey, a minivan! So she'll pretend to be thrilled, while probably being only mildly pleased. Then, when you get home, ask her if she really likes it, of course she'll say yes, then you can tell her 'good! in that case, i'm taking back your backup present, at which point you open the garage door with the Z with the big bow and big name tag
. get a little bow and a tag with her name on it, and put it on the minivan when you pick her up at the airport, tell her surprise! look what i got you honey, a minivan! So she'll pretend to be thrilled, while probably being only mildly pleased. Then, when you get home, ask her if she really likes it, of course she'll say yes, then you can tell her 'good! in that case, i'm taking back your backup present, at which point you open the garage door with the Z with the big bow and big name tag 
12-08-2009, 11:52 AM
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Okay, tonight is the night! I'll be meeting her in Daytona for dinner at "The Chart House". Then it's about an hour or so driver back up to Jacksonville. Everything is set. This should be fun..........
12-08-2009, 11:59 AM
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^ good luck ... you're one hell of a guy....
you also gave me another reason no to get married.. There is no way in hell im selling my car and end up in a CR-V, nope cant do it.... maybe i havent met the right girl yet i guess..
you also gave me another reason no to get married.. There is no way in hell im selling my car and end up in a CR-V, nope cant do it.... maybe i havent met the right girl yet i guess..
12-08-2009, 12:03 PM
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Well, look at our age difference. When I was your age, I was running around dating and having a great time. Don't rush things. I've known my wife for 30 years and we've been married for 28.
12-08-2009, 12:04 PM
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