May I introduce you to JR357, the second to last base R

[Tomster]

Again, the plan is use the spare tranny I have and find a voodoo and swap them out to maintain a parts matching car. It's a shame ford replaces engines under warranty that most likely would be a simple valve job. I sure would like to get a hold of one of those "excessive oil consumption" engines and do a rebuild on it.

Either way, I have time to figure it all out.

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[stanglife]

Are your married? If so.....I need some tips.

Forget tips - does she have a sister???

 

[Tomster]

Forget tips - does she have a sister???

Yes, but, well..... you better PM me about that one

 

[Niz55]

I love the color combo. Congrats.

 

[JT1]

Which of your carrs is HR361? what color combo?

 

[Tomster]

Which of your carrs is HR361? what color combo?

Triple yellow, black stripes, black vinyl roof wrap. A rare color.

 

[Bullitt40]

Congrats Tom, let me know when your new buggy arrives. I'd love to come by and see her. Shoot me text.

 

[barstowpo]

What are you going to ask for HR361?

 

[Tomster]

What are you going to ask for HR361?

65K. That will include a bunch of goodies. Full Xpel wrap and a set of cup2's that are in very good condition with a spare set in about the same condition. Only 7.5 hours of track time with extreme diligence and care. You all have been reading how well I have taken care of this car.

anyway.... I will have a formal post soon in the classifieds.

 

[Tomster]

Yesterday, passport transportation delivered JR357 to me. She got here safe and sound. I was concerned about the cold weather in St Louis and the effect on the soft R tires. The car sat in the warm showroom until the transport arrived. Once it was loaded onto the truck, it did not move until it was delivered here in the warm south.

Here are some photos of the delivery process. Next, I'm going to have to set up an appointment for xpel and try to come up with enough for a set of wheels. Unfortunately, Ford is not writing extended warranties for carbon fiber wheels anymore. At the replacement cost for a set of CF wheels, I guess I can't blame them.

 

[galaxy]

She's a beaut, that's for damn sure!

...and try to come up with enough for a set of wheels.

T's seven spoke wheels are pure sex and are my hands down favorite wheel, but if you want to stick to perfect specs and as close to an R replica as you can physically get, the Vibe's are truly your only option.

 

[Tomster]

She's a beaut, that's for damn sure!



T's seven spoke wheels are pure sex and are my hands down favorite wheel, but if you want to stick to perfect specs and as close to an R replica as you can physically get, the Vibe's are truly your only option.

I found the vibe link. I requested pricing.

I agree that Ts wheels are the pinnacle, however, not a lot of money to go around. Two things I need to get driving, xpel and wheels. Add the two together and OUCH.

 

[Muligan]

Congratulations - glad to see it made the trip back to Florida okay.... sort of like the prodigal R model, returning home.

Looking forward to hearing your full plans and exploits with this one!

 

[Tomster]

A whole lot of money was wasted shipping it to St Louis only to have it shipped back.

Congratulations - glad to see it made the trip back to Florida okay.... sort of like the prodigal R model, returning home.

Looking forward to hearing your full plans and exploits with this one!

Refresh my memory, the prodigal son left town, blew all his money, and returned empty handed? I guess the only difference with me is that at least I have a base R to show for it....

 

[Muligan]

Prepare a fatted calf - JR357 has returned! Tom - you're sure going to look good in the robe, ring, and sandals.... typical outer wear this time of year for sunny FL.

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