knightfan26917

*raises eyebrow* Oh my goodness. I'm paying ~$3200 a year ... on FIVE Monte Carlos, not just one car. Aye. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "You got to roll with the punches" ... Van Halen ... 'Jump'

Below freezing for the entire day for the first time all season today (Friday). Dangumit ... only had one day below freezing all day long and I'm ALREADY tired of it ... and we have the whole dang winter season to GO! Grrrr..... Luckily, a warmup of sorts is on the way for the weekend. Woot. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I'm going to make it to heaven" ... Irene Cara ... 'Fame'

FINALLY saw $1.99 in these parts..........but, that was only one gas station ... for now . Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 cruise=Sept '09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "We'll feel so alive" ... Boys Like Girls ... 'The Great Escape'

Christmas Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "These hands are meant to hold" ... All-American Rejects ... 'Move Along'

Same here. And, with all the cars that keep lining up at the Elgin facility, I can't imagine business is slow for them. I know the South Elgin one doesn't get much business, but that's because of the short driveway and somewhat awkward location. *shrugs* I also agree...today's cars just don't have the same soul. They MAY be better, but they don't have the soul........ Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I think I finally know just what it means" ... Mac Davis ... 'Texas In My Rearview Mirror'

I did find out it IS an automatic. BUT, it is a 2004 ... and they're asking nearly $18K. Sound like a deal? I don't know the mileage, though....

Holy ... cow! That is one Caddy I wouldn't mind owning...very cool! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 cruise=Sept '09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Some things just glitter and shine" ... Confederate Railroad ... 'Daddy Never Was The Cadillac Kind'

LOL! Well, that certainly would be a change.... I could be in charge of the company newsletter...........and, of course, gatherings ... LOL! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Out in no-man's land on an old 2-lane" ... Bucky Covington ... 'It's Good To Be Us'

I have thought this for a LONG time now. I've never understood how so many car companies could survive..... *shrugs* Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 cruise=Sept '09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "A concrete fascination scraping the edge of nothing" ... White Zombie ... 'Black Sunshine'

That about says it for me. My goodness, that is such a great place to eat ... always good food. Haven't been to one for a while, though. That needs to change! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Gonna do my very best" ... ABBA ... 'Take A Chance On Me'

dance

Is the love affair with the automobile over? Say it ain't so! Well, I don't think it is...I wouldn't have my Monte Carlos otherwise.... But, the owner of a couple area car washes (1 in S Elgin; 1 in Elgin) seems to think so.... Eh, what?! The full article is here: http://www.suburbanchicagonews.com/courier...WASH_S1.article SIDE NOTE #1: I'm disappointed that South Elgin wants to do something else with the land because that is the car wash I most-frequent during the winter months. It has the shortest driveway/waiting area, so the shortest waits.... Though, if I get a winter beater, I won't have to worry about that so much...eh? SIDE NOTE #2: I'm a bit intrigued with the business itself; it might be an interesting opportunity.... Anyway ... do you agree with businessman Mark? Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "All the water in the ocean couldn't put out the fire this time" ... Atlanta ... 'Atlanta Burned Again Last Night'

Hmmmm.... Well, I will note this ... a certain B/P/GMC dealership I drive by en route home from work has a certain yellow GTO that keeps catching my eye.... With my luck, it'll be a manual. Sorry ... with the commute I have, I'd much rather stick with my auto..... Hmmmm

*raises eyebrow* ROAD TRIP! So, yes, I agree ... especially heading to Florida! Brrrr....I'm not ready for the cold or snow. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...RT 66 cruise=Sept '09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "The more things change the more they stay the same" ... Kenny Chesney ... 'Summertime'

Mikey, Very sorry about your job. Very good that you have a backup plan. Many people don't.... GOOD LUCK to you. And, sad to see another dealership going under. Quite a few these days . Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "You better not try to stand in my way" ... J Paycheck ... 'Take This Job & Shove It'

Aye ... very sorry that happened. Hope you are able to replace everything. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "My depth perception must be off again" ... Saliva ... 'Rest In Pieces'

Hmmm... a winter beater (hopefully) Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "We're outta here" ... Steve Azar ... 'I Don't Have To Be Me 'Til Monday'

college dean

Cool pics, Camino! Very cool to see the wagon "out and about"! Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I saw an old Malibu" ... Doug Stone ... 'I Thought It Was You'

Ugh. Four straight weekends of cloudy and coldish weather here. I'm already tired of it, especially since the weeks seem to be mostly sunny...while I'm at work, of course....arg. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I'm in a state of confusion, I hope things aren't what they seem" ... Travis Tritt ... 'Tell Me I Was Dreaming'

Very sweet that your Avanti is alive once again. VERY good news, even if it is ushering in winter.... Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...Chitown #2 = 07/25/09 WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "Come pick me up" ... Ben Folds ... 'Landed'

Hmmm...kinda like that MB. I agree, Camino, has some awkwardness to it, but still cool. Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker ...& now an uncle! WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort "I wanna drive" ... Trace Adkins ... '(Her Favorite Color Is) Chrome'

I keep going back'n'forth on whether or not I want a GTO. I like the RWD and the coupe and even the styling. I don't like that the only option is leather seats...never have liked leather seats. 'Spose I could throw some seat covers on 'em...he he.

Cadillac

This is the OFFICIAL thread of the 2009 2nd Annual MidSummer Chitown Gathering ... with finalized details! If you need to contact me about this event at any time, my __Cell Ph#__ is noted in my signature below. **** DATE & TIME **** Mark your calendar...NOW! SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2009 ... 11a-9p If interested, Sycamore IL car show, RT 64: Sunday, JULY 26, 2009 ... 9a-3p RAIN OR SHINE **** SATURDAY GATHERING LOCATION **** STEAK'n'SHAKE 290 S RANDALL RD ELGIN IL 60123 http://www.mapquest.com/maps/290+S+Randall...Elgin+IL+60123/ This is... ...N of I-88, IL RT 64 ...S of IL RT 20 (~a block), I-90, IL RT 72 ...E of I-39, IL RT 47 ...W of IL RT 31, IL RT 25 ...~20-minute drive, S from the I-90/Randall Rd interchange **** COSTS **** 100% GUARANTEED NO REGISTRATION OR ENTRY FEES for Saturday's gathering GAS FOOD ...Steak'n'Shake may once again provide coupons. More about this coming in late December.... ...To save $, try Steak'n'Shake's drive-through options or meals: http://www.steaknshake.com/menu/dinners.asp LODGING (if needed) **** LODGING OPTIONS **** I have NOT blocked any rooms with any particular hotel. IF we have people interested in an overnight stay (to attend the Sunday car show, Sycamore IL), I will have rooms blocked. CAMPING: Paul Wolff area of the Burnidge-Paul Wolff Forest Preserve... http://www.kaneforest.com/fp/burnidge_paulwolff.asp ...which features a dump station, electric service, pad, water. For more info, please call 630-444-1200. HOTELS/MOTELS: Best location, in terms of proximity to the gathering location, is Country Inn & Suites, N of I-90 along Randall Rd: http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/...-11282403M.html To Steak'n'Shake: South on Randall Rd Cross over IL RT 20 Turn right (west) into shopping center area where Steak'n'Shake is These 3 are N of I-90, along IL RT 31... Super 8, E side of IL RT 31: http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/...-10211930M.html (NOTE ... map is off, this hotel is visible from IL RT 31) Hampton Inn, E side of IL RT 31: http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/...-10203685M.html Quality Inn, W side of IL RT 31: http://reservations.hotel-guides.us/hotel/...-10230565M.html To Steak'n'Shake, avoiding I-90 tolls: South on IL RT 31 Turn right (west) onto Big Timber Rd Turn left (south) onto Randall Rd Cross over IL RT 20 Turn right (west) into shopping center where Steak'n'Shake is **** NEW FOR 2009 **** 1...FUNDRAISERS: If you wish to donate, contributions will be split between 2 non-profit organizations... ...The Lincoln Highway Association: http://www.lincolnhighwayassoc.org/about/ ...US Route 20: http://www.usroute20.com/ 2...THE ROADIES: Details coming soon! **** ATTENDEES **** ALL invited to this event. Please invite your family and friends! ALL modes of transportation WELCOME! Will YOU join us? This is posted to the following groups. Please feel welcome to invite others! IL Monte Carlo Owners Group MI MC Group MC Mailing List El Camino ML GM Inside News Cheers and Gears 1st Gen MC Club 2nd Gen MC Yahoo Group 3rd Gen MCs 4th Gen MC SS MyMonte, 5th gen 2000montecarlo.net, 6th gen National MC Owners Association Monte Millennium Generations MC Forum WickedMontes ChevyTalk.org TriplePlate CarNuts.us RaceFansGarage FullThrottleV6 **** PREVIOUS CHITOWN GATHERINGS **** 07/26/08 ... 65 people gathered at Steak'n'Shake! Pictures... ...taken by ProjectMonte's Ed G: http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498 ...taken by MMG's Andrea: http://www.kodakgallery.com/I.jsp?c=102h6l...;localeid=en_US ...taken by RocknSS04, from several MC boards: http://s243.photobucket.com/albums/ff261/r...lgin%207-26-08/ ...taken by 2000montecarlo.net's Chitown Chevy: http://s59.photobucket.com/albums/g285/Lga...20meet/?start=0 10/18/08 ... 11 gathered at Nick's! Pictures... ...taken by MCF's Inssanity: http://s298.photobucket.com/albums/mm262/m.../fall/?start=20 ...taken by me, FGMCC's Andreas put them online: http://www.fgmcc.com/tinc?key=1UEMppaG&amp...p;only_object=1 __847___Cort | 35swm | "Mr Monte Carlo"."Mr Road Trip" | pig valve.pacemaker __337___WRMNshowcase.legos.HO.models.MCs.RTs.CHD = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort __9897__"He's off on a midwest run" ... Alabama ... 'Roll On'