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docmental
10-25-2007, 22:33
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NSXrunner
10-26-2007, 11:51
No comments here, Im ok with everything on the list. Except maybe the clean and always presentable thing. Just dont have the time to keep the car spotless all the time, so once in a while its crusing around with a layer of dirt on it. :tongue: :biggrin:
Regarding the obeying laws...while I try, I am not perfect. But I will say I have gotten more tickets in my other cars than in my NSX (zero)...so I guess I drive with a little more caution in the NSX.
The most important one...... GET OUT OF THE WAY, PLEASE.
slownsxt
05-06-2008, 19:07
The NSX is an exotic? :confused: Says who?
I thought it was a Super Duper Civic
I swear I thought the link was going to ferrari forum.
whiteNSXs
05-07-2008, 10:28
That "Code of Conduct" thing is just laughable and contradictory. Different people have different purposes with their cars and routines. To many, their "exotic" cars are just tools for different purposes and not some big deal holy grails that some might feel and/or want other to agree. Always clean and shiny, "I will always obey all traffic rules" and then will "only operate the ways Enzo, Soichiro, etc intended the cars to be on light traffic/open roads"!!?? Some people actually take that as some dogma and in fact it was written by an internet blogger. There are good intentions that pretty much are just common senses that apply to everyone regardless what you drive. But to call them "code of conduct for "EXOTIC" car owners is simply imposing. So if I don't have my car at the cleanest state or seek out charities and community services, I am not meeting the "code of conduct" of exotic car owners? How about just calling it "my attitude towards my car and what I want to do with my 'exotic' car" instead of such pontificating name?
Steve
terrynsx
05-07-2008, 10:58
Wow Steve used BIG words hehe!
Yep I 2nd Steve- I do my best to always have my toys clean, and be responsible but I do the same with my accord as my high performance machines.Honestly if I did have an Enzo I would be rediculous and anal!
Then again if I had 200mil in the bank perhaps it would then become a daily driver?
Peace
Angelo08
05-07-2008, 12:00
mechanically my car is mint and superbly maintained, but as far as the exterior cleanliness goes well lets just say once in a while she gets a treatment. Black does not last long being cleaned so for all the lighter colored cars i would say they have an advantage.
being that i use it as a DD i cannot keep up with washing and waxing on a daily basis. Maybe a week to 3 at most.
I guess i should be punished for my misconduct :D
Nice stuff but my child inside is saying...
http://extension.unh.edu/Family/graphics/manners.jpg Nyah! Nyah! I got a NSX!
The NSX is an exotic? :confused: Says who?
I thought it was a Super Duper Civic
I swear I thought the link was going to ferrari forum.
Lol.. it WAS exotic.. now it's a super duper civic with kids racing it on the street
Ski_Banker
05-08-2008, 13:52
I vigorously pick my nose while driving, but thankfully that isn't prohibited conduct.
Frank Spano
05-09-2008, 07:56
I have to agree with keeping the car clean. No offense but some of these nsx's I see look horrible. :frown: It's still an exotic to me. Even at the Ferrari, Lambo, meets I still get compliments on the car.
I have to agree with keeping the car clean. No offense but some of these nsx's I see look horrible. :frown: It's still an exotic to me. Even at the Ferrari, Lambo, meets I still get compliments on the car.
And an important part of that is keeping it in a garage. That's why I'm not allowed to buy one yet (see my sig). I'm sure only driving in nice weather helps too.
My current car usually only gets washed when I get an oil change. I did give it some babying a couple weekends ago and it looks much better :biggrin:
I do have to say that putting cheap/ugly/sloppy body kits on a car like this is much worse to me than having it be dirty.
PhiAlpha44
05-09-2008, 15:09
That "Code of Conduct" thing is just laughable and contradictory. Different people have different purposes with their cars and routines. To many, their "exotic" cars are just tools for different purposes and not some big deal holy grails that some might feel and/or want other to agree. Always clean and shiny, "I will always obey all traffic rules" and then will "only operate the ways Enzo, Soichiro, etc intended the cars to be on light traffic/open roads"!!?? Some people actually take that as some dogma and in fact it was written by an internet blogger. There are good intentions that pretty much are just common senses that apply to everyone regardless what you drive. But to call them "code of conduct for "EXOTIC" car owners is simply imposing. So if I don't have my car at the cleanest state or seek out charities and community services, I am not meeting the "code of conduct" of exotic car owners? How about just calling it "my attitude towards my car and what I want to do with my 'exotic' car" instead of such pontificating name?
Steve
I couldn't agree more. Although I think I do the (clean, well maintained, not an idiot driver portion) of this, the rest is hog wash. Sorry I don't wave at everyone and take my car to church festivals to let kids climb in. :rolleyes:
You could be onto something here....after washing my '92 "exotic", smiling and at the posted speed limit, I drove down to a community organization...you were right about "sharing my passion" thing...had a great time...my wife, unfortunately, does not subscribe to the Code and has forbidden any future volunteer visits to the Home for Future Unwed Mothers....my charitable work has been suspended. Timbob.:smile: :smile: :smile:
JeffShoots
06-08-2008, 14:07
The NSX is an exotic? :confused: Says who?
I thought it was a Super Duper Civic....
I gots Vtec YO.....well we DO get RWD :biggrin:
I have one EXOTIC HONDA........that just makes me laugh :smile:
Just my OPINION but if I though a "made in Japan" car was Exotic I would say my 3rd Gen Rx-7 is. With the rotary and turbos it's just special (anyway you want to relate to special :wink: ). I give Mazda props for "out of the box" thinking. I've always got more attention in the Rx7 from the gas station to Blockbuster :eek:
95EagleAWD
06-08-2008, 21:44
I have to agree with keeping the car clean. No offense but some of these nsx's I see look horrible. :frown: It's still an exotic to me. Even at the Ferrari, Lambo, meets I still get compliments on the car.
Tough to do when you drive it to work every day.
JeffShoots
06-08-2008, 23:07
Tough to do when you drive it to work every day.
Don't feel bad I let the rain wash my car :tongue: Yes we do get some rain here in Ca.
I'm not always the most polite and curtious. Well let me rephrase that, I usually dodge as many people as possible, if possible. I can only answer the same questions so many times! You know, the typical 20 question everyone asks. Is does get old.
PhiAlpha44
06-10-2008, 13:48
Really David? How much did you pay for it? :rolleyes:
JeffShoots
06-10-2008, 15:22
Really David? How much did you pay for it? :rolleyes:
LOL :biggrin: that gets OLD :tongue:
I just tell them it's a cheap HONDA like a Civic.
Ski_Banker
06-10-2008, 21:24
Can we add a line to the Exotic Owners Code of Conduct prohibiting NSX owners from being pretentious douchebags?
It's a fucking $30-80k Honda. Give it a rest.
JeffShoots
06-11-2008, 01:23
Can we add a line to the Exotic Owners Code of Conduct prohibiting NSX owners from being pretentious douchebags?
Ski, that's a little tough.........we might not have but a handfull of members left :biggrin: :tongue: :eek:
BTW: Mine for $18k and the '91s will be going for less soon. Still great for a 17 year old car :)
heySkippy
06-11-2008, 07:58
And an important part of that is keeping it in a garage. That's why I'm not allowed to buy one yet (see my sig). I'm sure only driving in nice weather helps too.
LOL, my NSX is forced to sleep in the driveway occasionally. We only have a 1 car garage and it sometimes comes down to who gets home first (or who washed their car last). It survives. :)
I think we exotic owners owe it to ourselves and our group to be good and decent citizens and to treat our cars with respect due their rare and unusual nature. When people approach me about my car, I'm always polite and as chatty as they want me to be. When they tell their friends about my car later, I want them to mention that the owner was nice, too.
But as far as keeping my car like a museum piece, forget it. I respect other owners who go to that extreme with their cars, but I don't see any great virtue in it for myself. I drive my NSX every day and every where and it frequently looks like it.
I'm not always the most polite and curtious. Well let me rephrase that, I usually dodge as many people as possible, if possible. I can only answer the same questions so many times! You know, the typical 20 question everyone asks. Is does get old.
I'm with you on that.
To an owner who questions the NSX as an exotic, I would ask, "Are you really an NSX enthusiast?" I doubt a true enthusiast would disparage his car and if it were dirty he would feel guilty. He would be able to argue with facts that the NSX is indeed an exotic. And he would help little old ladies cross the street. That's what enthusiasts do.
redsuns3838
06-15-2008, 13:51
To an owner who questions the NSX as an exotic, I would ask, "Are you really an NSX enthusiast?" I doubt a true enthusiast would disparage his car and if it were dirty he would feel guilty. He would be able to argue with facts that the NSX is indeed an exotic. And he would help little old ladies cross the street. That's what enthusiasts do.
ur being sarcastic right? u weren't serious were u?
JeffShoots
06-16-2008, 18:36
.........argue with facts that the NSX is indeed an exotic. And he would help little old ladies cross the street. That's what enthusiasts do.
ur being sarcastic right? u weren't serious were u?
With these 2 statements I hope so :tongue:
First of all, To call a NSX an exotic is using the term very loosely to say the least. Second of all I agree with "WHITENSX". My Lotus is a true exotic and it cost me a third less than the NSX. Also my NSX is a DD, so its mostly always dirty and now has a front end full of rock chips and I love it! And my "exotic" Lotus is sitting in the Garage with a layer of dust on it and a dead battery cause I was too lazy to put the trickle charger on it. But guess what its mine and I'm not a good "rules" follower LOL.
http://myfiero.com/uploads/12576_.jpg
I will always have a smile on my face when inspecting, driving, or showing my cars to others. I will never forget how fortunate I've been to own such automobiles and I will constantly remind myself that the future is uncertain, and that today may be as good as it gets.
Today may be as good as it gets... Carpe diem.
Whether the rest of it matters - that's up to you. :eek:
eclipse1501
06-23-2008, 12:59
Someone's just overtaken me while I was courteously following the speed limit, they give me the bird too so and so Im rifling through the pages of my Code of Conduct right now to sort out an appropriate reply so I don't end up on YouTube...any ideas?:rolleyes:
Mills_NSX
06-27-2008, 01:00
BTW: Mine for $18k and the '91s will be going for less soon. Still great for a 17 year old car :)
HAHAHA WTF, you got a steal on the 18k but that is in no way the norm, and going for less soon? Doubtful!
To call a NSX an exotic is using the term very loosely to say the least. My Lotus is a true exotic and it cost me a third less than the NSX.
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Having owned a Lotus Turbo Esprit I find that extremely funny! The only thing exotic about a Lotus is the frequency and nature of mechanical failures. Mine loved to have the intake manifold fail and spew coolant all over the place every six months or so. Now that's exotic!
The NSX is so vastly superior to that British piece of shit that it's like comparing an F-16 to a Sopwith Camel.
Someone's just overtaken me while I was courteously following the speed limit, they give me the bird too so and so Im rifling through the pages of my Code of Conduct right now to sort out an appropriate reply so I don't end up on YouTube...any ideas?:rolleyes:
That is classic !!!!:biggrin:
BWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
Having owned a Lotus Turbo Esprit I find that extremely funny! The only thing exotic about a Lotus is the frequency and nature of mechanical failures. Mine loved to have the intake manifold fail and spew coolant all over the place every six months or so. Now that's exotic!
The NSX is so vastly superior to that British piece of shit that it's like comparing an F-16 to a Sopwith Camel.
Just because your Lotus is the frequency and nature of mechanical failures does not mean its not an exotic:rolleyes:
And NOBODY here was argueing that the NSX is not vastly superior!!! You came out of left field on that one.
My only point to my post is that the OP's list was not one that I follow. don't turn it into something its not.
enesexdreamer
06-29-2008, 23:34
NSX = Supercar :mad:
heySkippy
06-30-2008, 06:04
My only point to my post is that the OP's list was not one that I follow. don't turn it into something its not.
I thought your point was -
To call a NSX an exotic is using the term very loosely to say the least.
I would argue that all day, especially if you're going to claim the Esprit is an exotic and the NSX isn't, as you seem to do here.
My Lotus is a true exotic
my insurance company says my 97 nsx-t is an exotic :biggrin:
And NOBODY here was argueing that the NSX is not vastly superior!!! You came out of left field on that one.
Nobody except you Greggie. I came out of right field actually, I'm a Republican. :biggrin:
To call a NSX an exotic is using the term very loosely to say the least.
H-carWizKid
07-01-2008, 18:01
I was going to comment, and then I decided not to, and then I decided to comment about how I am not going to comment...
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Bigglezworth
07-02-2008, 01:47
Boy am I super tired of the shitty attitudes everyone has with regards to the NSX and it being an Exotic. In my part of the world you are lucky to see a half dozen a year. All you SoCal members probably see a half dozen on the way to work....
That said I opted to browse a few websites that provide their "opinion" on what constitutes and exotic. I found this one of interest. NSX seems to hit a lot of the high points (weight, material, seating, mid engine, more uncommon that most, size, shape, etc.).
What is an Exotic Car (http://ezinearticles.com/?What-is-an-Exotic-Car?&id=486509)
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Have you ever pulled up to a stop light, minding your own business, and the most incredible car pulls up quickly stopping next to you? Then, after staring at the car and then being caught by the driver, you can't help but wonder what is that? You've never seen anything like it an yet you think, is that the car I just read about in my favorite car magazine?
So, do you find yourself wondering, exactly what is an exotic car? To start with, as with any explanation, it helps to begin with the official definition of "Exotic".
ex·ot·ic /ɪgˈzɒtɪk/ Pronunciation Key - Show Spelled Pronunciation[ig-zot-ik]
–adjective
1. of foreign origin or character; not native; introduced from abroad, but not fully naturalized or acclimatized: exotic foods; exotic plants.
2. strikingly unusual or strange in effect or appearance: an exotic hairstyle.
3. of a uniquely new or experimental nature: exotic weapons.
4. of, pertaining to, or involving stripteasing: the exotic clubs where strippers are featured.
–noun
5. something that is exotic: The flower show included several tropical exotics with showy blooms.
6. an exotic dancer; stripper.
In this case, we'll go with number 2, simply because the others don't fit when referencing an automobile. We'll avoid the initial, number 1 definition as not all exotic cars are foreign in the US and the last term has nothing to do with cars, except that most exotic cars are considered sexy. That's all that will be mentioned on THAT subject.
There are a variety of "laymen" definitions for what an exotic car may be described. Some think that it's a car that costs hundreds of thousands of dollars. Not necessarily true. A humbly priced Lotus Elise is considered exotic, yet is priced around $50K. Others view an exotic car as one that has doors that spring forward or are gulled like wings. There are a number of exotics that have "normal" opening doors, so that's not necessarily an accurate approach. For the most uninitiated, they may surmise that an exotic is only of Italian or German decent and manufacture. Again, not necessarily true. There have been numerous British exotics, America has it's share of specialty exotic manufactures and the Netherlands has yet it's own form of exotic car builder.
Probably the best most common thought about what an exotic car is, can be boiled down to one simple statement. Do you see one every day? Or, simply put, would you see one on your bumper to bumper traffic laden commute? If the answer is no, then it's probably close to being exotic. If you live near a Ferrari or Lamborghini dealer, hob knob in Beverly Hills or have a home near Miami, then it may not be an fair assessment. However, for the 99% of us that live in average city locations, typically seeing an exotic every day is not normal. There are some that have only seen such cars at car shows and or on the rare occasion on a major freeway connecting two cities. Since there are numerous web sites with "Sighting" posting sections, it's probably a pretty accurate definition on the "rarity" of an exotic, making this a pretty accurate layman’s definition of "exotic car".
With that in mind, an exotic car can also be considered a daily driver, but rarely seen. Many exotic car owners like to drive their cars as much as possible, but keep it to a minimum due to mileage restrictions they put on themselves so as to keep the resale value high. In most major cities, there are usually a higher number of exotic car owners than one may perceive. Most exotic cars spend time in garages, show rooms and/or collections. However, there are still a larger number of owners that prefer to take their car out on special occasions and just drive it.
There are many additional areas that can make up an exotic car definition besides just rarity. Items such as extremely different shape and size are common elements of an exotic car. Special composites that make up the frame or body are also areas that set an exotic car apart from their daily commuter brethren. Powerful engines usually installed in the rear are one of the more commonly thought about elements. Shifting mechanisms, starter buttons and flat bottom steering wheels are a few other less unusual, but common amongst exotics.
Shape. Many exotics have an extremely uncommon shape. They typically are very "Striking" or notice able both sitting at a light, gas pump or being driven down the road. Most exotics have taken on shapes that rival many show cars or concept cars, but that have been put into production as a fully operational drive able car. Shapes like wedges and hour glass are common visions.
Size. A number of exotics are actually small by comparison to the standard sedan or coupe. Almost all exotics are a 2 seater, with the occasional version that may have a "token" back seat. Some of the larger exotics, such as the Bentley are getting large enough in size to actually accommodate rear passengers. However, many of the truly exotics are made for two and commonly are less than 3 feet tall. Egress can be challenging at times, which makes for another case for definition of an exotic and it's non-commonality. The majority of exotics are sports related with small sizes and big powerful engines.
Composites. Many if not all exotics are made up of space age or light weight materials slowly finding their way into the larger auto makers. Most of todays aluminum's and carbon fibers were first made popular on one exotic brand or another. Light material or new composites that make up the engine compartment are very common amongst exotics.
Engines and weight. A majority of exotics are made up of small size in stature and length, usually outfitted with large powerful engines. The power to weight ratio make it a lethal if not down right illegal combination, thus making it even more exotic.
All in all, exotics are not your run of the mill daily driver. Rather, they are something striking and unusual, yet beautiful and very very eye catching. Most if not all are rarely seen and thus make it the primary definition for the majority of our population. Regardless of your gender, it's almost impossible to not stare at the unusual, strikingly different exotic car sitting next to you at that red light. Go ahead and stare. It may be a while before you see another exotic car!
enesexdreamer
07-02-2008, 14:15
NSX = Supercar :mad:
:rolleyes:
Haven't we beaten this thing dead yet? This thread has been on here seems like forever. Nobody is going to conduct themselves like me nor will I conduct myself like them. Can we put this on page 5 now???
JeffShoots
07-06-2008, 00:41
NSX = Supercar :tongue:
OK what's my TRUE H1? I don't see many on them :confused:
The only thing I don't understand is WHY people that own the NSX or not............care :smile:
Love my car and It's a great cheap track car with potential off the showroom floor.
I like that.
enesexdreamer
07-06-2008, 22:55
http://img503.imageshack.us/img503/6223/iphonephotos448jr9.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img372.imageshack.us/img372/5530/iphonephotos447sx0.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img363.imageshack.us/img363/2605/iphonephotos449hs8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
:tongue:
I thought your point was -
I would argue that all day, especially if you're going to claim the Esprit is an exotic and the NSX isn't, as you seem to do here.
No, that wasn't my POINT. It was simply a comment that was in my post.
I own both cars and stick by what I say.
For example, would everyone agree that an F-car or Lambo was a true exotic? I would think yes. F & L car owners all agree a Lotus is also an exotic, less superior, but still an exotic nevertheless. Now go to F-chat and ask those guys if they think the NSX is an exotic:biggrin:
H-carWizKid
07-21-2008, 11:43
No, that wasn't my POINT. It was simply a comment that was in my post.
I own both cars and stick by what I say.
For example, would everyone agree that an F-car or Lambo was a true exotic? I would think yes. F & L car owners all agree a Lotus is also an exotic, less superior, but still an exotic nevertheless. Now go to F-chat and ask those guys if they think the NSX is an exotic:biggrin:
First- why do I care what Ferrari owners think? At what point did the owners of Italian exotics become the official panel of exotic-ness? Is it because all Ferrari products are considered exotic?
If you look at it objectively, I don't know- I mean, is a Ferrari 308, or Mondial really an Exotic? By "todays standards"? And by that I mean the same standards people use to strip the NSX of it's exotic status?
That is where the issue lies for me- those that say the NSX "was" exotic, but isn't anymore because it was designed in the late 80's early 90's. For some reason people are willing to believe that a hand built Acura/Honda could be an exotic at one time, but lose that status, while a Ferrari, or a Lambo, or a Lotus, or whatever is born an exotic and will remain exotic into perpetuity- even though the things that made it exotic in the first place are no longer unusual, unique or even interesting.
If you are going to call a Lotus Esprit that was designed in the 60's an "Exotic", then I can't see why you turn your back on the NSX based on the same criteria. If it is because the F-Chat fan boi's would agree with you, then I think you need to remember the mission statement the NSX was created to fulfill. The NSX was built by Honda to prove that an Exotic car didn't have to be a piece of unreliable crap. The NSX was a direct assault on the makers of Exotic cars to up their game and improve their product.
It worked too- compare the build quality of a 348 to that of a 355 sometime.
Lambo has changed ownership a multitude of times and is now owned and operated by Ze-Germans
Lotus uses Toyota engines now (the Eagle is getting a (gasp) Camry V-6)...
I wonder why? :wink:
Instead of being grateful, the "exotic" fans are spiteful.
Face it, the NSX gets hated on because it is as reliable as an Accord. People make that association and catagorize it as mundane. If you own one, or have a least driven one you ought to know better. F-chat is packed with a few owners, and an assload of fan boys. This is why it shocks me when members here deride their own vehicles based on some bullshit opinions of a bunch of guys who might own a Ferrari- but probably just own Ferrari T-shirts. True Ferrari enthusiasts tend to like the NSX.
The Ferrari club members I met at the Keels and Wheels concourse didn't seem to have an issue agreeing that the NSX belonged in the exotic paddock with them. A few even commented about their own NSX ownership experiences and how much they liked the car.
Here you made me comment... I hope your satisfied. :tongue:
Philip
Invisiblevision
07-23-2008, 15:20
The NSX is an exotic? :confused: Says who?
I thought it was a Super Duper Civic
I swear I thought the link was going to ferrari forum.
Agreed. It's basically just a really nice civic...
My Ferrari was an exotic. :tongue:My Lotus was an exotic.:tongue: My NSX is NOT an exotic. It's a HONDA for god sakes. It's just a fun car... that's all.
flaminio
07-23-2008, 15:48
By any rational definition of "exotic", the NSX qualifies as one.
Handbuilt, exotic materials, high performance, exclusivity of ownership -- the list goes on. I would even include the dreaded "s" word.
Problem is, enthusiasts are rarely "rational" when it comes to this sort of thing. For some it will always be "just a Honda", just like the Civic in your garage or the lawnmower in your shed. Just remember -- Lamborghini makes farm equipment, too.
In Excess
07-27-2008, 01:57
You guys are kidding right? I mean seriously, put a 17 year old NSX up against 95% of todays 'supercars' and the test results will prove themselves. It may not hit the top end of an Enzo. It may not slalom like a new Lotus. It may not break the price barrier of an F450... but it will start, it will run, it will grab attention, it will have a great resale, it will take your breath away, and, it will do it while remaining humble and not overstepping it's bounds as a daily driver.
If you really have to categorize your NSX... please, do me a favor and put it in the class of being a 'REALLY' car. If you work hard, you can 'really' own one. If you want parts, you can 'really' find and afford them. If you aren't an A-hole while driving, people will 'really' want to talk to you. If you 'really' are that concerned about what to call your car... then you're 'really' a dick.
Just because it's from Italy doesn't make it exotic. That would make my ex mother-in-law's mustache 'exotic'.
Solarian
07-29-2008, 11:48
Wow, I'm very dissapointed by what I'm seeing here. I'd really think that as actual owners, you'd have a bit more respect for the car.
Right now, I drive a G35 Coupe, and hope to buy an NSX in the near future. My car is a regular, run of the mill production sport/luxury coupe. As far as G35s go, my car is pretty rare (I've yet to run into a twin in person, but have seen one on G35driver), but still nothing to run around bragging about.
The point is, I treat my car like an exotic. It is my daily, but she is garaged the second I pull in from work. I wash it and do a full interior clean every week. Wax every month, claybar ever 3 months. In every wash, I clean my wheels, shine my tires, polish my exhaust tips, clean the wheel wells, clean my undercarriage, etc.. I clean my engine bay once a month as well. It had a door ding at one point, and I had it pulled, because I could not tolerate seeing it. As it stands right now, it is one of the most pristine examples, and anyone that has seen it, or been in it has commented on how my car looks like it just came off the showroom floor, and even still smells like a new car.
And a few people have asked to go for a ride in it, and I've taken them. I even redlined two gears when there was a nice open stretch and it was safe to do so.
I also drive very nicely, don't cut people off, don't weave through traffic, etc... It doesn't matter how fancy or lack thereof your car is, there's no reason to be a waffle on the road.
Some of the most pathetic displays I've ever seen on the road were from exotic owners, and I couldn't help but wonder, how they're not ashamed to disgrace the car like that. Perfect example: I was driving in my subdivision, by a school, 40km/h speed limit, I was doing 50-55km/hr. An F430 convertible, went into the oncoming traffic lane, and ripped by me at atleast 100km/h. IN A FVCKING SCHOOL ZONE. Maybe 30m before a red light. We stopped at the same red, he was making a left, I was going straight. He looked at me, he was an older gentleman (I use that term loosely, considering his driving) and he smiled. I shook my head at him in dissaproval.
I LOVE F-Cars, I've waved at several out my window and motioned them to give it so I can hear the exhaust. But on open roads. Not in a small residential subdivision near a school. That's just not cool.
On the other hand, I had a very positive experience with the owner of a new M3 coupe. He was just pulling into the lot of the gym that I go to, and I pulled up beside him, leaving one spot in between us, because it's just common courtesy to not park right next to someone's nice car.
I asked him a few questions about the car, and he was really cool about it, even turned it back on for me and revved it even though I didn't ask. He also invited me to sit in the driver's seat (but obviously not drive it). I accepted his offer, and was really happy to get to sit in one, especially since this was right when they came out, and he likely paid quite a bit above MSRP to get his.
Either way, that's my rant, take it any way you wish, but I think you should have some more respect for your car, and appreciation and gratitude for the fact that you're more fortunate than a lot of people in this world.
Ski_Banker
07-29-2008, 16:07
I love the fact that the 2000+ NSXs have *perforated* leather seats because they filter out my exotic farts.
Exotic no way ever, 'classic' maybe years down the road, a loooooooooooong way.
Ski_Banker
07-30-2008, 19:50
Exotic no way ever, 'classic' maybe years down the road, a loooooooooooong way.
Mark S.
Thank you for your intelligent comment. :smile:
Cheers,
Notadouche
I even redlined two gears when there was a nice open stretch and it was safe to do so.
really. Two WHOLE gears? !!! LOL
Solarian
08-01-2008, 15:56
really. Two WHOLE gears? !!! LOL
I love how a non-owner has to step in and say something nice about caring for and respecting your car, and you respond with a smart-ass one liner.
Real classy, you do the car community proud.
But you know what? If I can put up with a thousand jackasses that have never even driven one telling me not to buy it because it's overpriced and underpowered, I can easily put up with the few jaded owners that can't even respect their own car.
This board has gone way downhill...and it's not just the newbies. It's a nihilist wonderland that i've stumbled upon here. I've got 2 comments and i'm out... 1.The OP code of conduct is an bit overboard, but what's wrong with not being a prick when your out and about in your NSX? and 2. the Code of Conduct should be for every driver regardless of make, model or price. The roads would be a nicer place to drive.
really. Two WHOLE gears? !!! LOL
What's wrong with that? I usually redline two gears, 3rd and 4th :biggrin: I always run out of road or gain on traffic before I get to hit anything about 164.
Never ricerize your car from a JC Whitney catalog.........
Its almost an epidemic.........
The idiot ratio here is going crazy............
Really brings down the mark, like it / admit it or not............
Just a phase we will have to weather...........
I had a smart ass guy ask me at the light the other day if I spent my lifes savings on my car. I told him no, about a weeks pay. he asked me what I do. I told him I sell Aveo's. He was driving an Aveo. His buddy in the passengers seat was laughing his ass off and pointing at the guy in the drivers seat saying, he got you man, you paid for his car.
You can't always be polite when people are nasty. Usually I am as personable as the people I meet. I am always friendly with children.
What's wrong with that? I usually redline two gears, 3rd and 4th :biggrin: I always run out of road or gain on traffic before I get to hit anything about 164.
ROFLMAO
yeah, I didn't think of that now did I? LOL
If it takes being Italian to be "exotic" then my buddies FIAT should be there, right?
I owned an 850 years ago anf it ran exactly 25% of the time I owned it, POS. The best story I've got with it; I went through the drive through at Burger-King and the guy leans out to ask "what kinda car is that", I told him "it's a FIAT" to which he say's "how come it say FLAT on it, then":tongue:
By the way, nice portrait GregZ:tongue:
By the way, nice portrait GregZ:tongue:
LOL Thnx
but that pic doesn't really do me justice because since then my Mommy
has gotten me some new glasses. and when they broke again she stepped up and fixed them with black tape this time woohoo.
I had a smart ass guy ask me at the light the other day if I spent my lifes savings on my car. I told him no, about a weeks pay. he asked me what I do. I told him I sell Aveo's. He was driving an Aveo.
Man, you are rocket fast!
Fantastic answers. You'd survive the Ready Room!
Man, you are rocket fast!
Fantastic answers. You'd survive the Ready Room!
Whats the ready room?
Whats the ready room?
Back in my day, it was where 35 hard charging Fighter Pilots and RIOs spent 6-9 months preparing for combat on a nuclear aircraft carrier.
95 San Diego
08-21-2008, 21:06
I just bought an NSX. I wanted one for about 10 years, since a friend gave me a 10 min. ride in his. It is the most fun car to drive that I have ever been in and I intend to put as many miles on it as I can. There is a feeling I get when I drive it that is hard to explain. I don't care about exotic, or other cars, or keeping it perfect, I just care about the way it makes me feel when I drive it. It reminds me of the feeling I used to get on a nice motorcycle. That is my take.
For example, would everyone agree that an F-car or Lambo was a true exotic? I would think yes. F & L car owners all agree a Lotus is also an exotic, less superior, but still an exotic nevertheless. Now go to F-chat and ask those guys if they think the NSX is an exotic:biggrin:
I understand how one might come to the conclusion that the NSX might not be exotic but I put forth that there is no way that, for example, an F348 can be considered an exotic and the NSX not considered exotic.
Yes, worldwide production numbers are greater for the NSX but in each car's first 7 years (F348's total lifespan) the worldwide totals are 8,844 348s and about ~14,000 NSXs (7,171 sold in USA). That essentially is the same category of sales figures--low. If you want to push it further, I'll even call out the F355 and say if that car is an exotic, the NSX must be an exotic. Now we're talking 11,273 355s + 8,844 348s = 20,117 F cars from 1989-1999--11 years. Total NSX production is ~18,000 over 15 years. In fact, The NSX is actually more rare than all of the MR Ferraris produced in the same era. Over 18,000 F360s were produced bringing the total number of MR Ferraris produced between 1989-2005 to 38,000+!
So, unless simply having a badge, being outrageously expensive, being uncomfortable, being unreliable or being European are prerequisites to be considered "exotic" (which is complete nonsense) the NSX must be an exotic by virtue of the F348 being an exotic and being much more rare than any MR Ferrari in the last 20 years.
Being slightly more rare is the only leg up the 348 has on the NSX. The NSX and 348 (and I'll even say the F355 for the most part) have nearly identical "exotic" credentials from that point forward. And as you said, Greg, I think we can all agree the Ferraris are exotic. :wink:
Is tipping the valet part of the conduct code? :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes:
I had a smart ass guy ask me at the light the other day if I spent my lifes savings on my car. I told him no, about a weeks pay. he asked me what I do. I told him I sell Aveo's. He was driving an Aveo...
That's friggin' funny. I'm using that line some day.
NSXrebel
09-14-2008, 20:44
Whats the ready room?
Ready room is not just for fighter pilots. It is a room where flight crew go over their flight plans, mission, etc.. before each flight/sortie/mission.
NonStopReaper
09-15-2008, 06:21
Funny i'm in my squadrons ready room right now surfing the forums and talking to you guys lol. Not just for flight crews(in my case A-Dubs aka AW's) or pilots. =p
I love how a non-owner has to step in and say something nice about caring for and respecting your car, and you respond with a smart-ass one liner.
Real classy, you do the car community proud.
But you know what? If I can put up with a thousand jackasses that have never even driven one telling me not to buy it because it's overpriced and underpowered, I can easily put up with the few jaded owners that can't even respect their own car.
Um.... it's just a car......
So we "jaded" owners just enjoy what we can out of it while we own it.
And it was just a joke on Greg's part. I found it funny. Then again it's "just a car" to us. I'd gladly give it up if it meant finishing up my college easier.
Ready room is not just for fighter pilots. It is a room where flight crew go over their flight plans, mission, etc.. before each flight/sortie/mission.
Agreed!
I tried to qualify my comments by saying that (for me, on cruise, on an aircraft carrier)...it was the center of "life" as we knew it for 6-7 months at a time.
My experience is that we had briefing rooms to start acting more professional in.
Um.... it's just a car......
Speak for yourself... :biggrin: :biggrin: :biggrin:
LoL this is STILL going on?
Hey Greg don't worry about him and what he said, I'll be your friend if you come out to california someday. As long as you'll be mine :) In a NON-gay way of course lol.
How about we work on "NSX Owners Code of Conduct"
striker525
11-08-2008, 01:58
How about we work on "NSX Owners Code of Conduct"
+1
This thread is getting too off-topic.
How about we work on "NSX Owners Code of Conduct"
1. punch everyone in the face that comes within 5 feet of the car.
2. no need for any further rules.
The Hells angels got nothing on us.
1. drive your car
2. don't be an ass while driving
code of conduct? We don't need no stinkin' code of conduct! :biggrin:
heySkippy
11-08-2008, 18:06
How about we work on "NSX Owners Code of Conduct"
1. Don't be a dick.
2. There is no 2.
1. Don't be a dick.
2. There is no 2.
Of course there is,
2. Refer back to 1
Of course there is,
2. Refer back to 1
Oh, thanks David. Now I am caught in an endless loop...
That's no way to get in my will my friend.:tongue:
Oh, thanks David. Now I am caught in an endless loop...
That's no way to get in my will my friend.:tongue:
Awww, come on! I'll hook you up with my attractive cousin when you move over to Thailand! She comes with a bachelor's degree! No dowry, just exchange for the citizenship! :biggrin:
Wow, I'm very dissapointed by what I'm seeing here. I'd really think that as actual owners, you'd have a bit more respect for the car.
Right now, I drive a G35 Coupe, and hope to buy an NSX in the near future. My car is a regular, run of the mill production sport/luxury coupe. As far as G35s go, my car is pretty rare (I've yet to run into a twin in person, but have seen one on G35driver), but still nothing to run around bragging about.
The point is, I treat my car like an exotic. It is my daily, but she is garaged the second I pull in from work. I wash it and do a full interior clean every week. Wax every month, claybar ever 3 months. In every wash, I clean my wheels, shine my tires, polish my exhaust tips, clean the wheel wells, clean my undercarriage, etc.. I clean my engine bay once a month as well. It had a door ding at one point, and I had it pulled, because I could not tolerate seeing it. As it stands right now, it is one of the most pristine examples, and anyone that has seen it, or been in it has commented on how my car looks like it just came off the showroom floor, and even still smells like a new car.
And a few people have asked to go for a ride in it, and I've taken them. I even redlined two gears when there was a nice open stretch and it was safe to do so.
I also drive very nicely, don't cut people off, don't weave through traffic, etc... It doesn't matter how fancy or lack thereof your car is, there's no reason to be a waffle on the road.
Some of the most pathetic displays I've ever seen on the road were from exotic owners, and I couldn't help but wonder, how they're not ashamed to disgrace the car like that. Perfect example: I was driving in my subdivision, by a school, 40km/h speed limit, I was doing 50-55km/hr. An F430 convertible, went into the oncoming traffic lane, and ripped by me at atleast 100km/h. IN A FVCKING SCHOOL ZONE. Maybe 30m before a red light. We stopped at the same red, he was making a left, I was going straight. He looked at me, he was an older gentleman (I use that term loosely, considering his driving) and he smiled. I shook my head at him in dissaproval.
I LOVE F-Cars, I've waved at several out my window and motioned them to give it so I can hear the exhaust. But on open roads. Not in a small residential subdivision near a school. That's just not cool.
On the other hand, I had a very positive experience with the owner of a new M3 coupe. He was just pulling into the lot of the gym that I go to, and I pulled up beside him, leaving one spot in between us, because it's just common courtesy to not park right next to someone's nice car.
I asked him a few questions about the car, and he was really cool about it, even turned it back on for me and revved it even though I didn't ask. He also invited me to sit in the driver's seat (but obviously not drive it). I accepted his offer, and was really happy to get to sit in one, especially since this was right when they came out, and he likely paid quite a bit above MSRP to get his.
Either way, that's my rant, take it any way you wish, but I think you should have some more respect for your car, and appreciation and gratitude for the fact that you're more fortunate than a lot of people in this world.
I have similar views, you're not alone there, any car i own is gold to me.:smile:
I have similar views, you're not alone there, any car i own is gold to me.:smile:
If you're in australia, any nsx you run across is worth more than it's weight in gold! So I can see why lol
If you're in australia, any nsx you run across is worth more than it's weight in gold! So I can see why lol
True that:biggrin: they feel like mirages, even in Japan, when i see one, you gotta drag me away, kickin' and screaming.:biggrin:
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