Thanksgiving Surprise
Nothing beats Thanksgiving dinner and nothing gets the appetite ready like some lifting.
I pulled into Gold’s Gym parking lot around quarter to noon and proceeded to drop my jaw as I spotted my dream car at the far end of the parking lot.
The name's Bond. James Bond.
Oh yes, an Aston Martin V8 Vantage just sitting there. Anyone that knows me understands how much I obsess over the Vantage and DBS. I mean both could use a little more power (and the Vantage does get a power boost this year) but these have to be some of the most beautiful cars ever built.
I used my charm and detective skills to track down the owner on my way out. The poor lady must have thought I was a stalker–but hey–I am sure she is used to the attention. Caroline lets me check out the inside and the first thing I notice is it is an automatic (boo!) and the emergency brake is between the driver’s seat and the door. Weird.
One of the most beautiful cars ever designed.
Naturally, I ask to see what’s under the hood but she is afraid to open it because she does not know how. Fair enough, I won’t be pushy. My only other request is to hear the exhaust. She fires it up and it sounds better than all of the YouTube videos.
For a sleek, sophisticated car the AM has a beastly exhaust note. Like an exotic Mustang sound that leaves you weak in the knees. Here’s a short clip I found to give you an idea:
There is plenty to be thankful for: family, friends and health. But don’t forget combustion engines with beautiful exhaust notes, good ol’ manual transmissions and of course the geniuses at Aston Martin.
My only regret is I did not ask to sit in it…someday.
If you would like to help me on my quest for an Aston Martin pick up a copy of Maintain Your Mustang!