Regardless of the car, and regardless of his "affiliation", Shini has shown me that he can be a gentleman and maintain his composure, despite the insults thrown at him. To me, that speaks volumes about his character... perhaps some of us Crossfire guys can copy that?

I've read this entire thread, and saw nothing that should step on any of the Crossifre community's toes... providing security is present within the individual. Sure, the whole thing was a stab at us. But should it really offend us to the point to where we lose our cool? Nah... c'mon guys. A wise man once said: it is far better to keep your mouth shut and appear ignorant, than to open your mouth and remove all doubt.

I'm a Ford owner for Pete's sake... believe me, I got used to catching hell from the bowtie guys just as much as the X-fire peeps get trash talked to them by the import crowd. That's why you simply smile, nod, and hope for an opportunity in the future to line up beside one and humble it. It's a far more impressive way to handle the situation, and the point will still be made.

I'm sure Andrew (our admin) would agree on a few of those points, as he strikes me as a standup guy.

Welcome the new guy, smile at the joke, and call it a day. Life goes on folks...