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Old 10-05-2008 | 03:40 AM
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Thanks shrimp...... Lemme know how you like the leather, I ordered the same (didn't like the hump in the middle of the seat on the other ones). I still haven't seen the NFR in person and still stuck on if I want the S or not. My MA only had the S as a demo and I loved it. So this week I am going to drive a couple hours south to test the justa and the S back to back and also see the NFR in person. Wish me luck

This is the first new car I will ever own, and I am over thinking everything. My OCD is wigging out a bit, just cuz I want everything to be perfect. That and I don't know when I will buy a new car again, so I feel like I only have this one chance to get it right. I know I am being silly and over thinking, but I can't help it.
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 03:57 AM
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Have you cooled down yet Skuzzy?

By the way, what program do you use to do the nifty things with the badges? Thanks.
Hehe. Dunt(tm) mind me lilliux, I am just wired that way. Ask anyone. Uj,...then on the other hand, maybe not. I dunt(tm) do calm very well. Easily excitable, I am. Then talking like Yoda, I do. OY!

The current NFR badge was made with Sketchup, then exported to POV Ray for rendering, then final work was done in Photoshop.
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 05:57 AM
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I don't mind I kinda started it anyway

However, I would very much like to learn how to make them. Would you mind doing up like a word document or something as a step guide? Thanks.
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 06:28 AM
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Morning all! Taking the MINI out on a road trip this morning. DMC is heading up into the mountains to clean up our adopted one mile of the highway. I hear they are saying SNOW! I'm hoping for just cooler weather!
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 11:05 AM
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Lilliux, I totally understand the OCD and overthinking. I have rethought this car so many times my head was spinning. For me it came down to the fact that I loved the NFR color and didn't feel like I really needed the extra zip of the S for my kind of driving. That combined with the added cost of the S (which meant I would have to sacrifice options like the leater) and the slightly poorer gas mileage...well you get the idea. I am shooting for a Thursday delivery since I am a teacher and have the day off....Photos will be forthcoming. Hang in there and try not to think too much, just go with your gut and you will end up happy!
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 11:14 AM
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I can't wait to see photos of a NFR Clubbie!

I still haven't blacked out my belt line. Really need to get around to doing that.
 
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Old 10-05-2008 | 05:32 PM
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Originally Posted by thejokell
I can't wait to see photos of a NFR Clubbie!

I still haven't blacked out my belt line. Really need to get around to doing that.
Yes you do! I'm waiting on pictures before doing mine!
 
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Old 10-06-2008 | 06:45 AM
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(sitting patiently with his finger on the "vested status" button on jumboshrimp's database entry)
 
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Old 10-06-2008 | 06:47 AM
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With a slurpee by his side!
 
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Old 10-06-2008 | 08:24 AM
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Vested? As long as it is lint free, I dunt(tm) care what he wears as long as it is NFR.
 
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Old 10-08-2008 | 08:31 AM
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I think Jumbo Shrimp wins the cool-username contest!!!

I'm very chilled today, pass me along some slurpee-tea, please!
 
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Old 10-08-2008 | 08:35 AM
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I agree. Jumbo Shrimp wins the cool name contest! Plus, I could use a double slurpee today! And, Dennis, keep 'em coming!
 
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Old 10-08-2008 | 12:59 PM
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My son left the slurpee making machine on and there's more than enough for everyone! And wouldn't you know it! I accidentally spilled some Everclear into the machine too...I thought it would clean the syrup build-up off the sides!
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 09:31 AM
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Another refill please!
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 09:51 AM
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Cannonball! <into the slurpee pool> WOOT!
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 10:55 AM
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Here are some photos of Lola. I picked her up first think this morning and have been smiling ever since! SHe is beutiful, the photos really don't do justice to the NFR color, but you guys know that!



back and sideways shot



Interior

 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 11:00 AM
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Lola is quite a beauty! Oh My!! Congratulations on the safe delivery! Can't wait to hear about all the travels at the end of the day!
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 11:04 AM
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Originally Posted by jumboshrimp
Here are some photos of Lola. I picked her up first think this morning and have been smiling ever since! SHe is beutiful, the photos really don't do justice to the NFR color, but you guys know that!



back and sideways shot



Interior

JS- can't see the pic's on my end but I saw the one in the gallery and she is sharp!!! Congrats! What a beautiful backdrop for Lola too. Is that where you live??? If so, I would never leave the house.

I had such a hard time deciding on color... I want one of each!

Enjoy your Lola, its been a lonnnnnnng wait... and get out there a motor!
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 01:40 PM
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Congratulations!!!! I am so happy for you.... How do you like that interior?

By the by, I went to the "darkside;" I test drove the 'justa' and an 'S' and fell in love with the S. So, I changed my order to the S with Midnight Black* exterior and added sport suspension and limited slip differential.

Really she is still a NFR at heart, she just has an identity crisis

Thanks for the clubbie ****.... it helps to get me through the next couple of months without mine

*Midnight Black starts production in December; it is replacing the Astro Black
 
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Old 10-09-2008 | 07:37 PM
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Yay jumboshrimp! I am so excited for you and to hear that you are loving your car! She really is beautiful and thanks for uploading pics in your gallery for me to indulge myself. Congratulations!
 
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Old 10-10-2008 | 03:54 AM
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Lola is a babe! Beautiful! Seeekksieee! WOOHOO! Congratulations!
 
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Old 10-10-2008 | 06:55 AM
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Congrats to "vested" status Liliux...CJ...pass the button!
 
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Old 10-10-2008 | 06:56 AM
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Aye, Aye Sir! Right away!
 
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Old 10-11-2008 | 02:21 PM
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Thanks for the swell badge carjoy! We have been getting lots of stares on the road. She is getting her first bath today. I really can't stand how beautiful she is!!
 
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Old 10-11-2008 | 04:28 PM
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The new siggy looks great Jumbo!
 


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