Mid 40's - Mid-life crisis

[Scrappydoo]

Originally Posted by stevesnj

Why did you post this, it's a bit unusual. What was your point?

[Silver Supra]

Originally Posted by TrackRider54

I'd agree with you if you were to turn back the clock 25 or 30 years. ......

Then I figured it it. What I loved was the challenge of getting the most out of myself and my machine.....

Driving a fast car (or motorcycle) fast is easy. Power will mask bad driving technique. If you blow a turn, miss a gear, or come into the turn in the wrong gear...a big honkin' engine will have your back. Not so in an 86. You better be able to carry the corner speed, know how to trail brake, and know the road well enough that you can judge your entry speed.

Then there are consumables. I'd rather replace BRZ tires than Corvette tires. I'd rather get 25mpg than 15mpg. This will be a fun weekend car, consuming disposable income...not a daily driver. I need something affordable to operate.

I agree with this 99%!
Power does not cover all ills - you still need to learn how to get the most out of the car.
I am looking into getting a FR-S to track so I can retire my Supra to a life of luxury and reduce the beatings it is taking on the track! Oh, and take advantage of what is described in the last paragraph above.
I have driven low-powered cars on track and technique is not just important, it is everything!

[Silver Supra]

Originally Posted by stevesnj

Originally Posted by Scrappydoo

Why did you post this, it's a bit unusual. What was your point?

I think he agrees with the post!!

[stevesnj]

Originally Posted by Scrappydoo

Why did you post this, it's a bit unusual. What was your point?

Umm. quite self explanatory unless you're being facetious?

[TrackRider54]

Originally Posted by stevesnj

I freakin' love that movie!