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Mike,
You might also get more action if you dropped "the snake" from your ID Big Grin. I mean, really, would you buy a used car from a guy who calls himself "the snake"? I wouldn't!

As long as I'm giving unrequested advice, why stop there? I've always looked at owning an airplane like owning a boat (AKA a hole in the water into which you pour money); something that costs a lot to own, is used very little, and has very little practical value. Maybe you've already considered this but joining a flying club or just renting someones plane might make more sense. Back in the day, that's what some of my friends did.
You just described owning a Pantera!

I have this affliction of needing at least one big money wasting toy, and wasting money on it.

I'm SUPER good at it.

I'm not buying anything yet. Taking my first flying lesson on Friday.

I just know, whether I buy a hotrod plane, or a low and slow airplane, I'm only really going to be able to keep one big toy.
I'm also guilty of being impulsive, and anxious, hence my getting a little more aggressive in trying to sell my car.

Regarding my name, it's my racing nickname. I've had it since 1985, and when I'm rich and famous, they'll refer to me like they do Don "the Snake" Prudhome. Until then, it's just a user name, I mean, look at some of the other names people use even here. "snake" isn't that horrible.

Plus, anyone seriously considering my car I would think would be reading up everything online about it, and it's all attached to my "mikethesnake" name, so it should make it easier for people to research the car I would think. The info , and a simple call or email to me will answer any questions and show I'm serious, and that I'm not some joker, and anyone buying my car should research everything they can find out about it anyways.

Presently it's running perfectly, with stellar oil pressure, insane power, superb handling, and just PERFECT for any prospective shopper.

I want to sell my car with total transparency. The good, and the bad, everything. I think changing my call name now would look shady, like I'm trying to hide something. Plus, it's my racing nickname. I'm proud of it.

In the 1/4 scale radio controlled car world, my name was feared greatly, at least up here in Norcal. A couple years ago I was California Champion in 1/4 scale offroad, got 5th at the Nationals a couple years ago. I was nationally ranked 20th in the US in 05 in 1/8 scale Pro Truggy, I've earned my name.

Even if the car doesn't sell, or sell right away, it doesn't affect any of my immediate plans. Being stuck with a sick a$$ Pantera isn't that bad of a situation.

I will just have to let the future happen. That's all I can do.
Snow White made a special cameo appearance at a car show in Petaluma today. Some great pics were taken.

As Snow White and I were leaving, we spared the crowd with my normal exit, I waited til I was around the corner to "light them up". I have to say, Huge, insane power is very fun and intoxicating, and fun to use (responsibly of course-no tree wraps) it was a fun day!

Ron (Panttera) is one COOL guy, along with being a famous race car driver, he's also just cool to hang with.

We also met another Pantera owner and we think we talked him into joining the forum! His red car was stunning.

Stay tuned!
I'm VERY motivated to sell Snow White. When I make a life change, like I did when I bought SW, money wasn't the issue, getting what I wanted was the issue.

I am willing to entertain offers a lot lower than anyone thinks, so come on! Make an offer!

I'm perfectly happy to keep her, but I've decided to go flying and buy an airplane.

I've got my life to get on with.

I'm willing to take lower offers than I think people think I am willing to accept. Think key words like "great deal, or I stole it, or I paid way less than I thought I would have thought". I'm willing to take a loss here.
I paid 65, and have another 3-5 into getting her running perfectly, so when I say I'm willing to take a loss, it's from that point.

The car is worth every bit of what I'm asking. I did get an offer, but sadly, it was a bit too low. Thanks anyways.

The worst I can do is say "no".
Having narrowly missed being scammed, Snow White is Still for sale!

She was never in danger, just my pride, and a seldom used bank account with $25 in it. That ordeal has passed.

Therefore, I am still trying to sell Snow White so I can buy the airplane of my dreams.

If she doesn't sell, then I'll be buying a lower priced plane in a couple months after I've received my pilot's license.

I'm lowering the price as well. Contact me if interested.

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Yeah that's the old ad. That ad was for a car with a ticking time bomb of an engine, no electrical working, and a host of other issues that I didn't bother to check when buying it. That's on me for being impulsive, and not checking everything before buying the car, although I DID research the seller and the car, asked around, and everyone said go for it, but it sure bit me in the butt.

Today, the car is dialed in. Just got done from an hour long drive, MAN this car has power! It is so much fun to drive! It is truly fun to be in 2nd gear, and just punch it and break the tires loose, get it a little sideways, and let off, just to show what you got. This guy in a 370Z was blown away. At the next stop he just said WOW MAN!

Cool Stuff. I DO love Snow White. I'm fine if she doesn't sell.
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