Lambo Owner denies kid...
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He could have but why should he? How many young kids ask him every week if they can sit in? Maybe it had just been detailed? Maybe he had something in the car he'd rather they didn't see. Maybe he was in a hurry. Maybe it's not even his car.
If he lets that kid, should he let them all? Where should he stop? OP you have too much time on your hands if you're worried about this.
If he lets that kid, should he let them all? Where should he stop? OP you have too much time on your hands if you're worried about this.
Stryke said:
These days it's not worth the hassle of getting involved with strangers kids.
Who knows what you could be blamed of.
A rather pessimistic view, I wouldn't want to deny the honest enthusiastic petrol head kid just because he might be the rare bad apple. I've generally found where there is enthusiasm for cars, there is also respect for them, even from kids. Who knows what you could be blamed of.
stephen300o said:
I've generally found where there is enthusiasm for cars, there is also respect for them, even from kids.
I've found the same.I lived in utter scumsville when I was a student.
I also had a Starion Turbo.
Looked outside one day to see a kid spit on the bonnet...
I was about to run out when I then saw him pull his sleeve over his hand and "polish" it.
stephen300o said:
A rather pessimistic view, I wouldn't want to deny the honest enthusiastic petrol head kid just because he might be the rare bad apple. I've generally found where there is enthusiasm for cars, there is also respect for them, even from kids.
Well, seeing as these days you can't even take a photo of your child at the school sports day, I wouldn't want to risk it.If it's one of my kids friend then fine, but strangers are a no go.
Borrowed a F430 Spider not too long ago and was at the petrol station. Came out from paying and there was a ten year old lad drooling over it with his dad. As I walked over they started to walk off so I just said to the lad did he want to have a sit in it. Opened the drivers door and he was loving it. Popped the key in, checked it was in neutral and told him to press the big red starter button.
I dont know who was happier - the kid, his dad, or me seeing that kids smile.
I dont know who was happier - the kid, his dad, or me seeing that kids smile.
I think it would depend on the situation. Only the OP knows what it looked like. If the child is standing there holding Mum's hand and being well behaved then the owner may be inclined to oblige. If he's got a half eaten chooolate bar in his hand and is jumping up and down like a bunny on steroids he may be less inclined to offer a sit.
I have seen and heard of people spitting on super cars, sitting on them, having photos taken etc, so all it would take is a few bad experiences to put the guy off.
Then the child wants to be driven around the block, queue embarassment.
I feel sorry for the child, but there plent of good reasons why the chap would say no.
I'd like to think that if I owned something similar I'd be able to obilge. Although I'm pretty sure it must get tiring.
I have seen and heard of people spitting on super cars, sitting on them, having photos taken etc, so all it would take is a few bad experiences to put the guy off.
Then the child wants to be driven around the block, queue embarassment.
I feel sorry for the child, but there plent of good reasons why the chap would say no.
I'd like to think that if I owned something similar I'd be able to obilge. Although I'm pretty sure it must get tiring.
Ive had a few kids want to sit in the Elise, I've always obliged, even if Ive been in a hurry.
Quite often switch the engine on and let them rev it.
It makes their day, gives them something to boast about when they go to school, and more importantly I remember doing the same when I was young in a Countach and Testarossa.
They are the future petrol heads and should be encouraged.
However, I bought a new MINI when they first came out, and the amount of people wanting to sit in that got kinda anoying after a while.
Quite often switch the engine on and let them rev it.
It makes their day, gives them something to boast about when they go to school, and more importantly I remember doing the same when I was young in a Countach and Testarossa.
They are the future petrol heads and should be encouraged.
However, I bought a new MINI when they first came out, and the amount of people wanting to sit in that got kinda anoying after a while.
Someone said earlier you get a lambo for the show, the pantomine. Yes you do but it wears a bit thin when you can't get 5 minutes peace. You get people taking pics of it, you get people surrounding it at the petrol station, you get kids asking for a sit in it. After a bit you just want to tell them to f
k OFF and leave you alone.
k OFF and leave you alone. RevolveR said:
Monty Zoomer said:
Does ownership of a good car somehow put a person in subjection to others?
Yes it does. Why would you buy such a car if you didn't want any attention? The whole point of that kind of car is the show and pantomime involved. I don’t get all and sundry asking for a sit in my car, although I do get a few sad souls
, but you can’t fail to notice the number of whiplash injuries suffered by pedestrians and the like. It also focuses the mind on your driving standards a lot as well. That grey Audi A3 will be forgotten in 5 minutes. The bright yellow Porsche, tends to stay in the mind a little longer as I was reminded the other day when a new client mentioned that I’d overtaken them going fairly swiftly a few weeks back and seeing my car in our car park reminded them they needed to see a solicitor, hence their arrival at reception asking who the CS belonged to...What you have to remember is that (to a very small degree) you are in a position to make or break someone’s day, and possibly love of nice cars. If you don’t have time it is your duty to be polite, friendly and apologetic but firm in your refusal of a request to sit in/have a ride. If it is a local you might try to suggest that they ask another time.
I will grant you that dirty paws and dripping ice creams might influence my decision as well as time factors.
All of this said if I spot you sitting on my front wing I might be tempted to remove your testicles.
When I had the Cerb, I left it at the back of a supermarket car park (to avoid dings etc).
On my return, there were half a dozen lads gathered around it.
When I walked over they stepped back, I just said it was open, and they all got in and had a look.
The way I see it, is that at age 5-16, i'd have loved to get in a nice car and have a look, so it's nice just to offer.
Still, if they'd been covered in chocolate, it'd have been a different story!
On my return, there were half a dozen lads gathered around it.
When I walked over they stepped back, I just said it was open, and they all got in and had a look.
The way I see it, is that at age 5-16, i'd have loved to get in a nice car and have a look, so it's nice just to offer.
Still, if they'd been covered in chocolate, it'd have been a different story!
Ok not a car but...
My and my eldest son (5 years old) were in the car park in Penzance in the summer and there were a couple of guys prepping their RIB (on a trailer) to go out diving. I walked over with the boy and we stood and watched them. He's fascinated by boats.
The guy inside the boat saw us and asked if the little one wanted to climb up and have a look inside. I passed him up and the owner spent a few minutes showing him the various buttons, unlocked the steering so he could turn the wheel, put the lights on etc.
The guy didn't have to do that, as we were perfectly happy just watching, but I'm really glad he did - it made our day. Of course then for the next few days I faced massive amounts of pressure to buy my own RIB...
If I had a car that was interesting enough, I'd have no problems with letting a kid sit in it, as long as I had the time. If I genuinely had to go, I'd be very apologetic.
My and my eldest son (5 years old) were in the car park in Penzance in the summer and there were a couple of guys prepping their RIB (on a trailer) to go out diving. I walked over with the boy and we stood and watched them. He's fascinated by boats.
The guy inside the boat saw us and asked if the little one wanted to climb up and have a look inside. I passed him up and the owner spent a few minutes showing him the various buttons, unlocked the steering so he could turn the wheel, put the lights on etc.
The guy didn't have to do that, as we were perfectly happy just watching, but I'm really glad he did - it made our day. Of course then for the next few days I faced massive amounts of pressure to buy my own RIB...
If I had a car that was interesting enough, I'd have no problems with letting a kid sit in it, as long as I had the time. If I genuinely had to go, I'd be very apologetic.
stephen300o said:
Stryke said:
These days it's not worth the hassle of getting involved with strangers kids.
Who knows what you could be blamed of.
A rather pessimistic view, I wouldn't want to deny the honest enthusiastic petrol head kid just because he might be the rare bad apple. I've generally found where there is enthusiasm for cars, there is also respect for them, even from kids. Who knows what you could be blamed of.
Unfortunately, there are many folk that just don't want the potential hassle, regardless. Sad but true.
ESOG said:
At work today a blue Lamborghini convertible pulled up and a an older korean man got out. He came in and I greeted him. Turns out he owns a bunch of restaurants. Nice man, but didn't buy anything. No big deal.
A young boy about 11 years old was also in the store with his parents and he was so exxcited about the Lambo. The owner saw and heard his excitement. the Lambo owner was leaving and the young boy was asking his mom and dad if he can go outside and ask the man if he could sit in it. The mother obliged and by the time they got to the passenger side of the Lambo the owner was already buckled up and had it started.
I observed the mother talking to him and he shook his head no. She smiled, said thank you and walked back into my store. She told me the owner of the Lambo denied her son a chance to sit in it. Poor kid was embarassed and clearly upset. I felt bad for him.
What's your take on this? Do you think the man could have let him sit in it?
I bring this up because I remember one time when I was in my early 20's I came upon a white 95 Esprit S4 (my favorite Lotus at the time). I told the owner its my dream car and asked him if I could check it out inside. He simply replied, " [I]this[i/] is your dream car, are you kidding me?" And then he refused me to sit in it.
For the most part I've always had a good experience with owners. I've had 2 guys let me drive their Esprit and they didn't even know me!
I let a wee Dutch lad sit in my car last month on the way to the Ring. Made his day. However, for some people, the attention can be embarrassing and I can understand why they might refuse.A young boy about 11 years old was also in the store with his parents and he was so exxcited about the Lambo. The owner saw and heard his excitement. the Lambo owner was leaving and the young boy was asking his mom and dad if he can go outside and ask the man if he could sit in it. The mother obliged and by the time they got to the passenger side of the Lambo the owner was already buckled up and had it started.
I observed the mother talking to him and he shook his head no. She smiled, said thank you and walked back into my store. She told me the owner of the Lambo denied her son a chance to sit in it. Poor kid was embarassed and clearly upset. I felt bad for him.
What's your take on this? Do you think the man could have let him sit in it?
I bring this up because I remember one time when I was in my early 20's I came upon a white 95 Esprit S4 (my favorite Lotus at the time). I told the owner its my dream car and asked him if I could check it out inside. He simply replied, " [I]this[i/] is your dream car, are you kidding me?" And then he refused me to sit in it.
For the most part I've always had a good experience with owners. I've had 2 guys let me drive their Esprit and they didn't even know me!
Not really the end of the world.
I know it's convenient to say this as I don't own a supercar, and will probably never be in the financial position to do so - but if I did own a Lamborghini or similar, I'd be thrilled to take kids (or anyone) out in my car who was excited enough to want to go in it. I'd be the first to sign up at Sporting Bears to offer my car up for passenger rides. It'd be an honour! Now if only I could afford the car in the first place.
I remember when digital cameras were first out, a guy pulled into the carpark at work in some blue/purple Lamborghini (I think it was a VT Targa?) and went into Halfords. My boss sent me out to take a photo of it for him, the owner and his mate came back as I was taking the photo and he asked me if I wanted to sit in it and have a photo taken, "no thanks, I'm a Ferrari man" was my answer, him and his friend just laughed.
It was good of him to offer to be honest!
It was good of him to offer to be honest!
I had a guy with a lovely 360 spider ask if he could have a sit in my 1989 944 Porsche .........
I was highly suspicious, but after a chat, it appeared he used to have a turbo, at a time when his life was much simpler, he was far happier, didn't have a mentality missus (!) and that he really missed. So I let him have a sit in it and a play around with the stereo etc, offered him a go in it, but he said he'd had too much to drink!, ( I suspect this was why he was so misty eyed!)
He seemed to be very happy when he got out!!
Was on a campsite at lemans before you ask.
I was highly suspicious, but after a chat, it appeared he used to have a turbo, at a time when his life was much simpler, he was far happier, didn't have a mentality missus (!) and that he really missed. So I let him have a sit in it and a play around with the stereo etc, offered him a go in it, but he said he'd had too much to drink!, ( I suspect this was why he was so misty eyed!)
He seemed to be very happy when he got out!!
Was on a campsite at lemans before you ask.
Some friends of the ex had a son that really liked my Westfield. They'd asked if I'd take him for a spin in it and I'd said I'd be happy to but as it was winter I suggested they waited until the weather was better. They agreed and I thought no more of it.
Then in the Christmas holiday they popped over and twisted my arm to take him out. It was a very crisp cold day and I said I'd prefer not to as the roads might be "interesting". After a bit more arm twisting I gave in - against my better judgement.
Got half a mile down the road - 90 deg left hander, 30mph limit. Was probably doing 15 round the bend being very tentative, started to give her a bit of gas and found myself going sideways, caught the first slide but over corrected, bounced up the kerb and stopped on some grass (more grip on the grass!). Checked the car to find mud hanging off the sump plug but no damage.
Checking the road it was just sheet of black ice, never seen it so bad.
Got back in and drove straight home - even slower.
Of course the bloody kid thought it was fantastic! I was just glad we got off light, nothing was coming t'other way and how it could have ended...
Then in the Christmas holiday they popped over and twisted my arm to take him out. It was a very crisp cold day and I said I'd prefer not to as the roads might be "interesting". After a bit more arm twisting I gave in - against my better judgement.
Got half a mile down the road - 90 deg left hander, 30mph limit. Was probably doing 15 round the bend being very tentative, started to give her a bit of gas and found myself going sideways, caught the first slide but over corrected, bounced up the kerb and stopped on some grass (more grip on the grass!). Checked the car to find mud hanging off the sump plug but no damage.
Checking the road it was just sheet of black ice, never seen it so bad.
Got back in and drove straight home - even slower.
Of course the bloody kid thought it was fantastic! I was just glad we got off light, nothing was coming t'other way and how it could have ended...
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