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Old 05-21-2008, 07:02 AM   #11 (permalink)
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Of coure I can raffle my spot.
Ah. I see that you don't know what you're talking about. I gave you more credit than I should have, and for that I apologize.

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Where I'd like to donate the money is my perogative, and as you said changing things locally will change things globally. Now how do you know what is local to ME?
Again, I see that you're sorely lacking when it comes to knowledge, and - again, I apologize for giving you more credit than I should have.

As far as what is local to you: you've listed your location as "Location: LA & OC, CA" which makes what is local to you local to me.

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I can define my heritage as local.
You could define your heritage as a wet slice of cheese toast wrapped in a napkin, too; all that proves is that you're unaware of what the word 'heritage' means.

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Well ... at the risk of repeating myself, I obviously gave you WAY more credit than I should have. You're not 'providing relief,' you're 'donating money' which may allow others to provide relief.

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I didn't think I would come across such attitude as yourself and your jackass remarks.
Not sure what that means, but I recommend that you take a remedial reading and comprehension class before you post next time. It'll really help you out.

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Old 05-21-2008, 03:13 PM   #12 (permalink)
 
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I actually picked up my Pure prior to my reservation number. My car is a PURE and was on the lot because nobody wanted it without most of the basic amenitites. For me it was perfect because I am stripping down the car, and am building a very custom smart.

Last week I got a call for another orphan which I gave to my friend. Now I have one more car coming in, are people really paying over MSRP right now to get a SMART? Just curious, because I would probably give it to one of the forum members here if ya asked.
What I find amazing is some people are having a problem getting one. Now here you are with a 3rd on the way. I guess that makes you extra special. And isn't that awfully giving of you to raffle off your spot so you can donate the money to .... ummm .... a cause close to your heart.
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Old 05-21-2008, 05:26 PM   #13 (permalink)
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Eric H., in honor of your powers of persuasion I'm adding you to my buddy list.

Convincing and charitable, both good traits.
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Old 05-21-2008, 08:42 PM   #14 (permalink)
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Well, I hate to be the one to stick to the topic;), but I got my orphan at sticker + $450 (the cost of the added-on power-steering that I prolly would have wanted anyway). The dealer didn't try to pull anything fast except for the speed with which I got my car ** less than 1 week from when I made my initial inquiries. I don't think I could get another one as quickly - seems I got lucky with the timing of a shipment.
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I bought mine used (600 miles on it) from a dealer (it was traded in for a Porsche) and paid about $500 over MSRP - but since I didn't have to pay dealer fees ($500 here) or destination charges I actually came out ahead. And it was exactly my configuration except it has alarm and fog lights. I'm thrilled.
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Ah. I see that you don't know what you're talking about. I gave you more credit than I should have, and for that I apologize.


Again, I see that you're sorely lacking when it comes to knowledge, and - again, I apologize for giving you more credit than I should have.

As far as what is local to you: you've listed your location as "Location: LA & OC, CA" which makes what is local to you local to me.


You could define your heritage as a wet slice of cheese toast wrapped in a napkin, too; all that proves is that you're unaware of what the word 'heritage' means.



Well ... at the risk of repeating myself, I obviously gave you WAY more credit than I should have. You're not 'providing relief,' you're 'donating money' which may allow others to provide relief.



Not sure what that means, but I recommend that you take a remedial reading and comprehension class before you post next time. It'll really help you out.

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I'd like to sit here and tear apart your post, but I'll let you have your 15 minutes of fame. I've nothing but good intentions with the smart coming, and you come on my post badgering my ideas of donation to a charitable foundation. I find that being able to raise money and help a cause than to just pass on my spot works out for the best. I have no intentions to profit from this. Next time you want to take the time to slander my post look elseware, because obviously you are trying to provoke an argument for the sake of argument. Grow up.
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What I find amazing is some people are having a problem getting one. Now here you are with a 3rd on the way. I guess that makes you extra special. And isn't that awfully giving of you to raffle off your spot so you can donate the money to .... ummm .... a cause close to your heart.
Well the car I picked up is a pure. Without A/C and power windows and mirrors, I can see why it was still available. It was the perfect car for me, as the car is getting stripped down for audio & interior. Wheels, suspension, & bodykit on the way as well. The 2nd car I had put my name on a list at a local dealership, and surprisingly it came within a week (just not the color I wanted). The 3rd is my actual reservation number. Thanks for the sarcasm btw.
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Eric H., in honor of your powers of persuasion I'm adding you to my buddy list.

Convincing and charitable, both good traits.
Hey I try.
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Thanks for the sarcasm btw.
Being a sm@rt@$$ is just one of my many attributes ... errrr... downfalls. ;)
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I'd like to sit here and tear apart your post
...but you can't because you have a more pressing engagement, a bus to catch, yadda, yadda, yadda... Heard it all before. What it means is that you have no argument to present.

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I've nothing but good intentions with the smart coming, and you come on my post badgering my ideas of donation to a charitable foundation.
Naah. You read my post and wanted to fight. I merely said that helping local charities is a better idea. If you took offense at that, that's your schtick. Send money to whatever company it is that wants to ship rice to Africa, I'm sure that at least $0.08 of every dollar goes directly to help those that need it most. Save a rainforest from itself. Feel bad because the thriving and expanding polar bear population doesn't need human help or protection. Whatever you want that makes you feel like you contributed to a cause.

Me, I've got a date to go to the Midnight Mission and feed people. Assemble bags of personal items for our local VA hospital patients. Work on collecting new shoes from local businesses for children who need them. Y'know: hands-on work with real people who need help locally.

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Next time you want to take the time to slander my post look elseware
I'm not sure what an 'elseware' is, but I do know that slander is verbal. And I certainly haven't said anything about you. Ever.

Hope that clears the air between us, and that you can get on about your life.

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