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Awesome pic!!!! So...did you put garland inside your Caddy?

Amen! And, yet, somehow, with the way things are today....even one affordable RWD (not Corvette) doesn't seem at all possible.... *shrugs* Here's hoping we get that 3-car lineup ;). Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "My time here is over" ... Patty Lovelace ... 'How Can I Help You Say Goodbye?'

Hmmm.... I find it _disturbing_ that GM/Chevrolet actually has people believing that the Monte Carlo, Impala and Malibu are currently in production ... when none of them are RWD. *shrugs* Course, I also find it _disturbing_ that I've no buried 2 grandparents within a 3 year timespan. Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "My time here is over" ... Patty Lovelace ... 'How Can I Help You Say Goodbye?'

Hmmm....for whatever reason, that link didn't work for me.... At any rate, now, is that RWD, FWD, AWD or 4WD? Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "Where have you gone?" ... Glen Campbell ... 'Still Within The Sound Of My Voice'

No idea ... I don't watch 'em. My viewing is limited to: Charmed Desperate Housewives 7th Heaven Commander In Chief NUMB3RS And, when they're on the local PBS: Fawlty Towers As Time Goes By Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "It's coming down to nothing more than apathy" ... The Fray ... 'Over My Head'

Maybe all 3 of us were brothers in a former life...? I love these types of photos, too. But, I tell ya what ... I know of 2 people that have a "mini collection" of sorts. One of them is a former co-worker of my Dad's from Unocal (formerly Union 76). We went to see him near here (Sycamore IL) about a year ago or so. Originally, we were told that he wanted to show us his model train layout. He did. But, then he also showed us his collections ... a TON of model cars along with old Union 76 and Unocal signs, among other memorabilia. It was awesome. The second is the father of one of my friends in Indiana. When I visited him in August, he took me for a drive, stopping at his Dad's place. He took me out to the garage where several older cars were, along with a bunch of gasoline memorabilia, including a couple pumps and a vending machine. It, too, was quite awesome! Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "How much longer will they be around?" ... Don Williams ... 'Old Coyote Town'

This is ssssooo true! Earlier this week, my aunt and I sifted through some of Gramps' things in order to get ready for the family to divy up what each of us wants this coming Friday. During that time, I came across a brochure for Lena IL from the early 1970s. I, of course, saw it, picked it up, and instead of looking through it ... I focused on the picture on the cover ... and immediately spotted a Ford LTD, Chevrolet Caprice/Impala and, of course, a Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Now, if that were a brochure from today, not only would you not see any new Monte Carlos or Impalas in the picture, but you would not be able to tell if the car was a Toyota or a Chevrolet or a Ford or a Hundai or a Honda.... *shrugs* Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "It's coming down to nothing more than apathy" ... The Fray ... 'Over My Head'

LOL! Well, since you put it that way....he he heh.

*chuckles* I know what you mean. When my 2000 mc LS was damaged in a flood in 2003, the insurance company was not going to total it out, telling me that it was "fixable" and would be "just fine". Bottom line was that "fixing" it cost less than the car was worth...so, no need to be totaled. Problem was that I had to then get a flood title for it, which would deem it "unfit" for complete coverage, which would negate the loan I had on it (which required full coverage). Thus, the car was totaled. Ironically, my agent told me that if one of the older Monte Carlos had been in that same flood ... they would've been totaled on the spot. *sighs*

Thank you, Stace ... very much appreciated. <hug back> Now, as for you, Sixty8....fairness? Do we need to take your temperature? ;)

*chuckles* Seee......I'm not the only one ;). C'mon GM....

Tell that to the Dodge dealership I had contacted regarding the Charger. The salesperson called me the Thursday evening I went into the ER to tell me a dark blue base Charger had just arrived. It was sold by that Saturday, way before I was able to get to the dealership to even see it..... *shrugs* But, of course, your mileage may vary.... Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "The stars might lie, but the numbers never do" ... Mary Chapin-Carpenter ... 'I Feel Lucky'

As Northstar noted, IL requires 2 plates. All of my MCs have both plates ... doesn't look too out of place, considering all 3 of them were more-or-less designed with a spot for the front plate. Still...I've never understood why the front plate is required ... if the front had to have lights on the plate like the back does, I'd understand a bit more...ya know? Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "It's coming down to nothing more than apathy" ... The Fray ... 'Over My Head'

Thank you, Sixty8 ... much appreciated. Keep in mind, though, that "stupid problems" aren't. In other words, I know your issues are just as real and painful and stressful to you as mine are to me....ya know? Heh...sunny days ahead ... yes, but right now...very cold :(. He he he And, thanks for those pics ... I like the 2nd one better! Now...'bout that Mustang in your sig.....

*nods* Amen! He he he...on that we agree ;).

*nods* Looks good to me.... Though, I can see why some people may say it is "too much"..... But, what the helk do I know? BTW...love that sig of yours!

Thank you all 3 of you for your kind words and thoughts/prayers. Definitely appreciated. Heh...ocnblu...your kind comment blew me away....thank you. cmatteson, I realize it is outpatient surgery for the gallbladder. However, given my heart history, my PCP isn't convinced that it will be simple outpatient surgery for me. This is why he wanted me to see the specialist...to rule out other possibilities first because he (my PCP) would rather I avoid surgery if possible....

How far more expensive were they (if you don't mind noting)?

*chuckles* They've made me weep since 1988 ... and then downright sob in pain 1995-present. He he heh...irony rocks. Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "I can’t take anymore" ... 3rd Eye Blind ... 'How's It Going To Be'

As some know, I've been out of work with no pay for 7 business days due to abdominal pain that started with a trip to the ER Thursday, December 1. Given this morning's events, I figured I'd fill you all in...& give some other news as well.... That other news being the death of my grandfather, Virgil Weimer, this morning (Friday, December 9, 2005) in Mt Morris IL. After Thanksgiving, he had increasingly refused to eat. So, it was not a big surprise...but, still isn't easy. Unlike with my grandmother just over 3 years ago, we had no "advanced warning" from him; he died soon after he woke up this morning. Like with my grandmother, however, the minute the phone rang ... I knew. As for me, I kept my appointment with the gastroencologist this afternoon ... & still do not have any answers. I am back on a "solid" diet (luckily), but now have to go through more bloodwork & see a surgeon for another evaluation/opinion. The gastroencologist believes I have a minor case of Acid Reflux. The prior tests (Xrays, CT Scan, Ultrasound on pancreas & gallbladder, hidascan) show "gunk" in the gallbladder with a few small stones, but not "big enough" to cause the type of pain I've been experiencing lately. The focus right now, according to the gastroencologist, is the liver & gallbladder. *shrugs* And life goes on..... Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html chdQB = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/quilt.html "How much longer will they be around?" ... Don Williams ... 'Old Coyote Town'

Earlier this week, I received an invitation of sorts to "check out" GMAC Insurance. Basically, they want to give me a quote. Since I've been "under the weather", I haven't taken the time or energy to call, but my guess is they won't insure my cars, given their age. I may be wrong...but, that's my hunch. Anyway, just curious to know if anyone else has received a similar mailing &/or has called &/or has insurance through GMAC.... Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "I'm thinking it over anyway" ... Duncan Sheik ... 'Barely Breathing'

They did that in 1988. Well, a RWD replacement would be a slap in the face to Monte Carlo enthusiasts..... That depends. It was "speculated" that the 2000 and up version of the Monte Carlo would be RWD, but sadly, that isn't the case. Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "You've made a fool of everyone" ... Jet ... 'Look What You've Done'

*nods* Nice.... I guess I need to go shopping more often ;). Thanks for sharing, OldsGuy! Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "Come pick me up" ... Ben Folds ... 'Landed'

Josh, Congratulations! So, will you take me for a spin when I get to MI next? Cort, "Mr MC" / "Mr Road Trip", 32swm/pig valve/pacemaker MC:family.IL.guide.future = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/ Models.HO = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort/trainroom.html "I wonder if it's too late" ... Nickelback ... 'Photograph'

Auto class? Sweet! Well, let me know either way.... Once I get all of this abdominal crap figured out...I'll see about getting back into active posting again....and posting to other boards as well about this.....