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ZR1cliff

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17,999 posts

271 months

Friday 28th July 2006
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Ive had a careful think over the last few weeks and have decided at the end of the summer to sell up everything ZR-1 related from the stock 91 car,the 90 modified car to the parts,wheels etc.
The reason is i feel like a change of direction and a fresh start,ive had a brilliant time with it and met some decent people along the way.
So if anyone wants to make an offer on anything and aslong as it remains authentic feel free to contact me.

yellowshark454

578 posts

263 months

Friday 28th July 2006
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That's a stunner Cliff, any ideas on direction at the moment?

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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yellowshark454 said:
That's a stunner Cliff, any ideas on direction at the moment?


Ive got loads of hobbies and interests that i would like to follow up Peter ,ime very fortunate that ive been blessed with good health and when i see some around me that have all sorts of health problems it makes me want to take advantage of it to the fullest and do a bit more
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While ime not any where near 'old' ,i feel ime at the age where i want to get the most from my life and make every day count ,and to enable me to do this i need to take stock,of late walking out to the cars just doesnt do anything for me anymore and while i still get the excitement when i 'gun it' there are other hobbies like my running,football,modelmaking,traveling etc and generaly meeting people that i want to put more time into plus there are other things to take into account like my son,ive promised him that we will build a kit car together and do some track days.
Ive had a great time with the ZR-1's since 99 and now i need another type of stimulation of which hopefully my son will enjoy with me and benefit from.

te51cle

2,342 posts

270 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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Say what ???

TEKWIZ

283 posts

257 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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ZR1cliff said:
yellowshark454 said:
That's a stunner Cliff, any ideas on direction at the moment?


Ive got loads of hobbies and interests that i would like to follow up Peter ,ime very fortunate that ive been blessed with good health and when i see some around me that have all sorts of health problems it makes me want to take advantage of it to the fullest and do a bit more
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While ime not any where near 'old' ,i feel ime at the age where i want to get the most from my life and make every day count ,and to enable me to do this i need to take stock,of late walking out to the cars just doesnt do anything for me anymore and while i still get the excitement when i 'gun it' there are other hobbies like my running,football,modelmaking,traveling etc and generaly meeting people that i want to put more time into plus there are other things to take into account like my son,ive promised him that we will build a kit car together and do some track days.
Ive had a great time with the ZR-1's since 99 and now i need another type of stimulation of which hopefully my son will enjoy with me and benefit from.



Cliff, a great a shock to us all, however having looked at the amount of posts you have contributed (over 9300) that is a considerable amount of time you have dedicated to PH, combine that with your car re-building and I begin to understand you need time out for other things.

Spending time with your son is important, before long he will grow up borrow your car and p*@s off, or bring it back with no fuel.

Bravo to Cliff

ERIKTHEVETKING

434 posts

237 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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Fear not everyone, I did this a few years back. Some of us have Vette in our blood, Cliff is one of those, just read his posts ..

Trust me..... he'll be back

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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Yea ile be back,i fancy a C3 restoration project at some point.
Main purpose of the thread was to let others know whats going to be coming on the market but thanks for the positive comments.

Black Magic

237 posts

269 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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Not said by anyone else Cliff, but just because you don't have a 'Vette does not mean that you can't come see us. You were one of the original Surrey crew and I am sure I speak for all when I say you've got to keep in contact with us.
Any cruise you want to go on that I am attending I will always have a spare seat (not the drivers one though, lol) Best of luck in whatever you do.

malc350

1,035 posts

268 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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ZR1cliff said:
Ive had a careful think over the last few weeks and have decided at the end of the summer to sell up everything ZR-1 related from the stock 91 car,the 90 modified car to the parts,wheels etc.
The reason is i feel like a change of direction and a fresh start,ive had a brilliant time with it and met some decent people along the way.
So if anyone wants to make an offer on anything and aslong as it remains authentic feel free to contact me.



Sent you message Cliff!

c5ragtop

1,610 posts

270 months

Saturday 29th July 2006
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I'm gutted - hope to see you at The Fish and Sea View from time to time.





Gixer

4,463 posts

270 months

Sunday 30th July 2006
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only just picked myself up off the floor...................

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Tuesday 1st August 2006
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c5ragtop said:
I'm gutted - hope to see you at The Fish and Sea View from time to time.


And so you should be too,i need to borrow a C5 convertible once in a while to cheer me up



Gixer said:
only just picked myself up off the floor...................


And borrow your 368 ZR-1 once in a while ,na a ride in the passenger seat will suffice.

Red ones all but sold,black ones got some interest although i would be happier that it went to someone with tuning knowledge to get the best from it and make it realise its true potential,loads of parts still for sale including a short engine which would be a sound investment considering the shortage of some parts.

Edited by ZR1cliff on Tuesday 1st August 02:32

xyyman

1,095 posts

247 months

Tuesday 1st August 2006
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Good luck and best wishes whatever you do Cliff. Just don't be a stranger.

Phil

viper paul

2,485 posts

296 months

Tuesday 1st August 2006
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Not sure what to say except, "leave this forum and I'm sending the boys round"

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Tuesday 1st August 2006
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viper paul said:
Not sure what to say except, "leave this forum and I'm sending the boys round"


Ime staying put then ...

Na ime going nowhere,i just need some time away from it to enjoy some other hobbies and stuff,chances are ile be back in one way or another

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Wednesday 2nd August 2006
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Gazboy said:
How much do you want for the black ZR1? It's a shame I may be made redundant soon, as I've always had a thing for ZR-1's.

Good luck!


Thanks,any dealing on the black car will be done through email only,the car is unique in its the only stroked LT5 in the UK and has the potential for 6-650 hp and 10sec quarter mile performance.
If i dont get the price ime after then i will just keep it and lock it away.

vetteheadracer

8,273 posts

275 months

Wednesday 2nd August 2006
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Hey Cliff, sorry to hear you are going to try and sell the ZR-1's especially after all the time, effort (and shed loads of money) you have spent on them over the last few years.
Really hope someone with your dedication and knowledge takes on both the cars as they are both a credit to you for the way you have looked after them.

See you soon mate.



Edited by vetteheadracer on Wednesday 2nd August 21:05

seefive

8,353 posts

255 months

Thursday 3rd August 2006
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ZR1cliff said:

If i dont get the price ime after then i will just keep it and lock it away.


Oh Cliff, please do that. Surely nobody is going to dedicate the time and effort to maintain the car as you have. It would be such a shame to see it go to a less fastidious owner and deteriorate.

Good luck with the new direction.

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Friday 4th August 2006
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Thanks chaps,them posts are very much appreciated

ZR1cliff

Original Poster:

17,999 posts

271 months

Saturday 5th August 2006
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One down one more to go,sad but exciting