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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 08:30 AM
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Wednesday 6-30, three old guys and their sports cars made another canyon run this time from HB to Ortega Hwy, and finally to Palomar Observatory, the round trip was approximately 262 miles. As I have stated before each time I drive the F in the canyons I have a greater appreciation for it. The 8 speed is flawless, and permits me to find the RPM range that suits me while mostly in 3 gears. The handling is very good for a 3800 lb car, as I have a tendency to run away from the other two. This was the first opportunity for me to push the Vredestein tires, and I could not be happier, they handled the twists much better than the OEM Bridgestones, the grip was exactly what is was hoping for.

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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 09:56 AM
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Looks like fun! And I love those Weds.
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 11:15 AM
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great shots of the cars! i agree with montgb, those weds looks hot!
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 01:29 PM
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F trumps both those cars hands down. It looks great!!!
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 02:32 PM
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F trumps both those cars hands down. It looks great!!!
The 370 is actually a pretty quick car. We do have a lot of fun chasing each other up the mountain roads.
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 02:51 PM
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i've been on the ortega hwy before, its a nice run.

and out of the three cars, i would say yours is by far the best; though i could be a little bias ahaha
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Old Jul 3, 2010 | 06:30 PM
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Originally Posted by edgeucated
i've been on the ortega hwy before, its a nice run.

and out of the three cars, i would say yours is by far the best; though i could be a little bias ahaha
I am too, but really they each have their good points. The Z-4 reminds me of a hot little classic roadster, and the 370Z drives like a go-cart on steroids. Each fun cars, it is all about enjoying being behind the wheel, and features you need.
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