Drove My Vette from NJ to Houston, Tx....winner for worst cops...
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Drove My Vette from NJ to Houston, Tx....winner for worst cops...
Well, the Vette treated me well. Averaged 24.2 MPG on my drive from NJ to Houston, Tx (my new home for the next 3 yrs)--1700 miles. Decided to drive it instead of ship it for the ultimate road trip (I'm shipping my NSX--Exotic car shipping, freakin' ~$1/mile!). Had the top down the entire way--it was awesome.
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick
). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.
I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick
). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
But give him credit. This was his best thread so far...
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Well, the Vette treated me well. Averaged 24.2 MPG on my drive from NJ to Houston, Tx (my new home for the next 3 yrs)--1700 miles. Decided to drive it instead of ship it for the ultimate road trip (I'm shipping my NSX--Exotic car shipping, freakin' ~$1/mile!). Had the top down the entire way--it was awesome.
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.
I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick
). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
But i have to agree, VA cops are dickheads, lived there for 2 years, NOVA cops are the worst, fairfax area. Anywho, FYI getting caught with radar instate or out of state tags carries a hefty fine now. I think its a max of 1k for the first offense.
My uncle lives down there, nice place. GL
Welcome to Houston!!!
I believe he will be working for MD Anderson here in Houston's medical center. Correct me if I'm wrong.
I believe he will be working for MD Anderson here in Houston's medical center. Correct me if I'm wrong.
Well, the Vette treated me well. Averaged 24.2 MPG on my drive from NJ to Houston, Tx (my new home for the next 3 yrs)--1700 miles. Decided to drive it instead of ship it for the ultimate road trip (I'm shipping my NSX--Exotic car shipping, freakin' ~$1/mile!). Had the top down the entire way--it was awesome.
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.
I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
Winner for Biggest a**hole cops: Virginia. He didnt even catch me speeding. Just wanted to harass the guy with Jersey tags and a Red Vette. He wanted to "check for any warrants called in on a red Vette 'Vert for my arrest for speeding." Also he wanted to inspect my car for radar detectors because there is no way I was able to brake before I saw him hiding in the exit ramp (my K40 install is very slick
). No ticket--just harassed for 30 min.I made a pit stop down at Bourbon Street....here's a shot down there. I applied quick spray detailer every time I filled up gas and cleaned all the bugs off the front end....
Sorry, couldn't resist. Goodluck in your new home
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Cool trip, man. 
An American icon taking on an American tradition....
I drove through Virginia last year and had no idea the cops were assholes until I read about it on here. I bet they would have loved to get me; illegal front tint and a GPS on the windshield...not to mention my Oregon plates. Seems like just reason to search for dead bodies.
An American icon taking on an American tradition....I drove through Virginia last year and had no idea the cops were assholes until I read about it on here. I bet they would have loved to get me; illegal front tint and a GPS on the windshield...not to mention my Oregon plates. Seems like just reason to search for dead bodies.
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my bro and i drove from bean town to little rock.... that was a serious trip... i know urs was too... welcome to htown! when we have a meet and ur not busy, bring out one of ur rides... the htown crew is top notch! check out the houston thread for details... Rick
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Sorry for the delay. I have been super busy with move and all the hospital political crap. Thanks everyone for the GL wishes. The weather has SUCKED down here. My NSX/ C6 are NOT meant for all the rain down here. I canceled the shipment of the NSX. I may drive it down at a later time but it has no use here in the summer with all the rain and definitely not worth the $1600 they want to ship it.
However, one good thing down here is that things are DIRT CHEAP! You can by a 5000 sq/ft mansion for what you pay for junk in Bergen County, NJ.
I also enjoy the 6 lane highways (when its not packed with traffic). Really fun hearing the LS roar after a long day of work and your cancer patients dying on you.
DarkSithCL, i will definitely make a meet or two if my schedule allows. Looking forward to meeting the H-town AZ crew.