Gone to the "Dark Side"

[MikeG]

I want to thank the members of the Registry for being the best Corvette(ZR_-1) owners in the world!

For those that I've met, it's been enjoyable! My first and only Gathering - the 20th - will be one of many fond memories! For those who have helped me with issues on #135 ('91) - I am forever in your debt in helping me find parts and for your help in a couple of the repairs. You Guys are awesome!

It is with sadness and yet joy that I write this last post - I have gone over to the "Dark Side". After getting an offer I couldn't refuse, I traded in my ZR-1 for a 2011 Grand Sport Coupe! The ZR is truly an awesome car and I will miss it! One item on my "Bucket List" was to own a new Corvette, that can now be lined through! The Grand Sport, for me, is a perfect replacement!

Since the two cars are "linked" from history and we share the same event date at the NCM, I hope to see you some day in the future. To reconnect with great friends and to make new friends, both from the ZR-1 community and the Grand Sport community.

Thanks again for your help and your friendship!
Mike in icy SD!

[Hammer]

Hi Mike,

We had a great time at the 20th and I truly enjoyed getting to know you better. If you happen to swing through Idaho again, be sure and look me up.

Sorry to see you leave, but the Grand Sport is a great car and yes you are linked through history.

Enjoy your new ride.

[FU]

Hey Mike,

That 20th is going to be a tough time to beat. But there is more in store with the new board members. The one thing that was missing during the 20th was a little drag (racing that is).
Enjoy the dark side . The Grand Sport is a great ride. Post up some pic's !

[WB9MCW]

Congrats on the "bucket list" score.

Did you get this model?

http://i126.photobucket.com/albums/p110/HAMMERHATE/FEB%202011/2010-Corvette-Grand-Sport-Heritage-Package-Front-Angle-View-800x533.jpg

[MikeG]

Got the Cyber Gray Coupe with the Red Hash marks, with Red & Ebony Leather interior. It was delivered last Fridays with 13 miles on it - just off the dyno (new air cleaner, high flow cats and headers). Came off the dyno at 404 RHP. I get to bring it back for a "retune" after I get 1K on the odometer. They've been getting 505 engine horse here locally with these simple mods!

I thought my ZR was awesome - this is WICKED!

Will try and attach photos.

[todesengel]

[QUOTE=FU2;108510] The one thing that was missing during the 20th was a little drag (racing that is).
QUOTE]

Good thing you added that at the end Frank. We do have pictures of Mr. Drag in his thong...

[WB9MCW]

That was great that you got a photo of the ZR-1 next to your GS before you took her in for the trade in.

Looks like I got the right color just not a vert. or the Heritage package.

Enjoy the 500 hp.

[ScottZ95ZR1]

Congrats Mike. That is sure a beautiful car. :thumbsup:

[GrayZ]

Congrats Mike on the new ride, enjoy her as much you did the poor ole
ZR1 u kicked to the curb...LOL

matter of fact, have a bowl of snow ice cream...on me....:proud:

[Z Factor]

You have not gone over to the "Dark Side", rather you are still within the Chevy and Corvette family.
Now if you had bought a rustang, then you really would have gone over to the dark side.

:cheers:

[tomtom72]

Wow Mike, that car is sweet! Actually the two together show that they are both sweet!:thumbsup:

Anytime you get to cross off an item on the bucket list....well, you have to go for it! Good luck with the new toy and enjoy!

I'm with ZFactor....you just changed horses from the same stable!:handshak:

[Nacho_ZR1]

If I had an extra 40K laying around, I'd sure as hell be crossing over too :p Gorgeous car!!! Congrats :cheers:

[JThomas]

Congrats Mike, the new car is beautiful! It was a pleasure meeting you at the 20th and thanks for the ride you gave me.

You will surely enjoy the new Grand Sport and I hope to see you at other NCM events.

[Z FOR 2]

Mike
Looks like a real nice ride. Sorry to see that you parted with 1HOTVET, but it looks as though you still have one. Wish I could see you and the Grand Sport this year at the Black Hills Classic, but the dates don't work out for me. Maybe next year. Say Hi to Connie for me.

[MikeG]

Thanks for the post Guys! Will miss y'al! The GS is wicked! Was able to get out on the road last Friday - mostly dry roads, a few wet spots. I thought the ZR was mean, this is way meaner! Can't wait to get a 1000 miles on it to take it back for a retune on the dyno! If it was wicked at 404 rwhp - I wonder what it will be like when it all tuned to max performance!!!???
Forgot to mention, part of the "sweetness" of the deal - a FREE 2 day driving school (I get to drive the NEW ZR1, the Z06 and their Grand Sport) at either Bonderant, in AZ or Fellows in NV!

[rudolph schenker]

Congrats! Enjoy the GS! :cheers: