Why do we own these cars?

[RickShaw]

Every once in a while I ask myself why I have all of this money invested in such a personal extravagance as my Thunderbird. With the economy as shaky as it is, I should get one of the more practical green cars. It would also reduce my insurance premiums. But then I get into my T-Bird, put the top down and head up the highway. Today I got onto I-35 heading towards Oklahoma City and with a clear road ahead, took it up to 100 in nothing flat.
(If any OK Highway Patrol are reading this - I did back off to the 70 mph speed limit). But it was then that I reminded myself that I really like my car. I like it when I am at a light and someone pulls up next to me and gives me the thumbs up sign. My wife tells me it is a chick magnet car. But i know if I ever did pick one up, she would take off with my car and I'd be sitting on the side of the road. I will probably keep it till I am old and grey. Oh, I am already there. But hopefully I will keep it for my grandchildren to fight over, and until then just smile while I drive it and enjoy the seat warmer...

[5bird7]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

Yes, Rick. I agree. I also like to just look at the car. Still brings on that "big grin" factor. I also find it's value is not losing as fast as stock market is right now.

[Ediron]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

My condo neighbors ask me why I (single guy) need two cars (T-Bird & Caddy) . My answer "Because I can afford them" .

[David M 7173]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

I am a crippled almost Blind old man. I wanted a baby Bird when I was young and could not afford one. This is not a 55-57 but in many ways better and the looks are great.
David

[RETROBIRD]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

30 miles per gallon on the open road is better milage than any green car with an 8 cylinder will ever get. T-BIRDS are enviormentally FRIENDLY! Tell yourself you are saving the polar bear.

[sdman]

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Because it's not a cookie cutter. It doesn't look like any other car on the road and that's what sets it apart. It gets noticed by everyone.

[My Raven]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

Because it's not a cookie cutter. It doesn't look like any other car on the road and that's what sets it apart. It gets noticed by everyone.

DITTO!
I rarely see another on the road and they will become even fewer and fewer as the years pass!


I am a crippled almost Blind old man.

PSSSH ... You got more vigor and vim than a lot of us, David ... I don't buy that argument for a minute.

[Bird03]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

My neighbors always commented on my Red bird. When I got the second yellow one, they seemed to not want to talk about my cars anymore.

I think that, they think I'm totally whacko, and they don't what to verify it by pursuing it in conversation.

[00mustng]

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.....It is the most unique and rewarding ownership experience to date....

[FritsB]

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It's a car with a lot of personality. I guess everyone that recognises that falls for it like we all did. I enjoy driving it every single day of the week. Even if it is only a few miles, it makes me happy.

[02LeeBird]

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I am with you Dot, I just LOVE looking at it in my garage. The only thing better is driving it.... Wes, you are not a whaco and your neighbers just wish they could be "just like you".....

[2K2BIRD]

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I got it because I wanted it and I keep it because I love it! It doesn't have to make sense to anyone else (except maybe Rosetta and she loves it too so problem solved).

[Johnny TBird]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

I JUST LOVE DRIVING ON THE OPEN ROAD WITH THE TOP DOWN...

THANK GOD NORTH TEXAS WEATHER OFFERS THIS A LOT...

AND RICK....YES GIVE IT TO ONE OF YOUR GRANDCHILDREN......

MY TBIRD HAS BEEN WILLED TO MY SECOND OLDEST GRANDDAUGHTER....SHE WILL BE GIVEN THE KEYS WHEN SHE GRADUATES NEXT AUGUST FROM TEAXAS A & M OR WHEN I DIE...WHICH EVER COMES FIRST......SHE LIKES THE TBIRD AS MUCH AS I DO AND WILL BE A NEW MEMBER OF TBN...

HAPPY TRAILS

[redbirdman]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

when you turn your car on does it return the favor.....YES

[texasbird]

Re: Why do we own these cars?

Linda & I still LOVE Texasbird. When I was looking at them on E-Bay & Cars.com, I kept telling myself it was frivilous and wasteful. Linda was the voice behind me who kept saying we can do this... go ahead... you've always wanted one, etc. I still felt guilty for awhile after the purchase, but she was right. It draws more positive comments and I've enjoyed it more than any other vehicle I've owned.

James