That's it I am selling it.....

[zirotti]

My mom is 60 and will be buying a Camaro. She had a new Camaro every year when I was growing up!

[Caspers2SSRS]

Originally Posted by motorhead

They can look like brand new on the outside and be shot. I have a friend that's owned a tire business for twenty-five years ,and he's shown me in person just how a brand new tire that's never been mounted ,or has even been outside can break down after 7 years of just sitting on a self in his shop. I don't know why anyone who drives a car would want to trust tires that are 43 years old.
http://www.articlealley.com/article_1444179_31.html

I appreciate your passing along the info and yes I'm fully aware of the generalities surrounding tire shelf life, and the experts consenious that new used tires have shelf lifes, and as well that tires age sitting around in garages on non utilized collector cars. Thats all fine and dandy, and subjectively theres no reason to toss safety and caution into the wind. Objectively though, no one shoe fits all scenarios, including tire aging. As aforementioned, Granny's car isn't exactly sitting idle. It is garaged though, driven daily at minimun, on her short jaunts to fulfil her endeavors at her church a half mile or so from her home. She obviously not racing up and down the hwy's at high speeds, nor taking long road trips ( remember the odometer reading I mentioned), has someone familiar with her needs and the cars keeping an eye on her and the cars safe operating condition, ie............. I'll assume at her age, and experience she's been around the block a time or too so to speak, and knows fully well how making the wrong safety choices might affect her and the cars longevity..........I for one can attest that shes proven her abilities, and there is no doubt in my eyes or mind that she must be very knowledgable in the autowise areas of vehicle ownership..........including tire's.

So back on topic..................elder owners............

[HDDAN]

Originally Posted by Ironheadspearo

On the way to work I see a silver 2lt RS I pull up beside it and what do I see? Grandma in the drivers seat.....
is that what this car has come to? now its a hip car for the geriatric population?

You didn't exactly buy a Buggatti now did you? If it's a "hip" car that you are looking for, get a Cube. I would probably piss you off too. I am 64 and I have an SS. This old man also takes his SS to the dragstrip. I probably have been driving Camaros since before you were born. So if you have a Camaro, you must really be uncool.

[armysig]

Dude, I saw an older woman drivng a CTS-V the other day. She knew what she had under the hood as I came along side of her....She hit the throttle and blew by me and I saw her giggle as she did this...

This car brings out the kid in everyone, Next time, show some respect, tip your head and smile as you enjoy your car and they enjoy theirs.

[brantley847]

Then sell it....good bye...

Your acting like she is driving a Z06, my girlfriend wanted to get the LT as well. The V6 is a great car for many people who aren't big into the moding scene and appreciate the beauty of this car....and you will see the V6 sales continue to spike.

You could always by a Scion Tc with the rest of the 16 year old girls here in Florida. You will even have more trunk room to throw your pride...

[Caspers2SSRS]

Originally Posted by roadweasel

Yep 53 and also a gramma here. I was LIVING the original muscle car era when your mama was still trying to keep you from eating cat turds outta the litter box. Depending on your age, that is. You could have still been one of millions in your daddy's corral for all I know!

From one Grandpaw to one Gramma.....you go girl, go!

[karr1008]

Nothing like respected senior citizens smoking you on an SS. LOL
Remember that one day we will be there too and teach the 45-55 young punks not to mess around with us.

[rudack]

Thumbs up to the Baby Boomers buying nice sports cars! This reminds me of:



Love it!

[GrinderSS]

Originally Posted by Ironheadspearo

On the way to work I see a silver 2lt RS I pull up beside it and what do I see? Grandma in the drivers seat.....
is that what this car has come to? now its a hip car for the geriatric population?

You could stand a lesson in respect...take the time some day to talk with a senior. They have a wealth of experience and know-how we younger folks are foolish to ignore.

[Memphis SS]

Hey everyone has the right to feel young at heart!! I think it's cool.. I had a buddy going to a Corvette event and was passed on I40 by a couple in their 80s driving a Corvette vert with the top down. Said their Corvette had a custom tag that said " AT LAST"

[Ironheadspearo]

DAMN you people can't pick out a joke thread if it slapped you in the face.... lol
I guess it doesn't take much to get under the skin of the old folks in here..... btw I'll be 38 next week so I am not too young myself

[jeepguy_1980]

Originally Posted by Ironheadspearo

On the way to work I see a silver 2lt RS I pull up beside it and what do I see? Grandma in the drivers seat.....
is that what this car has come to? now its a hip car for the geriatric population?

What are you going to drive when you get old?

[mhood]

Originally Posted by Ironheadspearo

On the way to work I see a silver 2lt RS I pull up beside it and what do I see? Grandma in the drivers seat.....
is that what this car has come to? now its a hip car for the geriatric population?

There are emoticons that signal a joke:

Those emoticons are missing from your OP. That's the only free advice you're getting from this "geriatric".

[motorhead]

Some grandparents are so COOL.