Originally Posted by Bat
Having a bit of insomnia which is why I'm on the forum at such freakishly early hours of the weekend morning (for me anyways) and the mind wanders...
- Why is it I only see other Crossfires (outside of meets) when I'm NOT in mine? I don't see many to begin with but I'll be darned if it only seems to be when I'm on the bike or in the PT or riding with the bf. lol
- Ever notice no matter how crummy of a day you may be having, once you drop that top and hit the road, life is absolutely wonderful?
- In a way, I am more free in the Roadster then on my sportbike. What I mean is, on the bike it's ATGATT (All The Gear All The Time for the non-riders out there - which btw saved my life) but in the Roadster with the top down...well it's a feeling to be had better then described. The wind in your hair, the immediate sounds of the engine and exhaust, the myriad smells of a gorgeous Spring day and the sounds that you just don't hear in an enclosed car or with a full face helmet. Coming home from work the other day, the rush of fellow commuters behind and beside me, I got caught at a red light. As I am somewhat impatiently (I admit) awaiting the light change, I hear this tiny chorus. I was right next to a miniscule wetland area, maybe a dozen or so frogs warming up for a full on springtime concert. So faint atm but really quite wonderful. Teaching me to appreciate those formerly annoying stops.
- The amazing views from a convertible - being able to appreciate an entire sunset or night sky full of stars with no sight restrictions. Love that. Having your passenger throw up their arms like they are on a roller coaster with a smile that just doesn't stop. Even having to put on sun block for a quick drive because you are that exposed makes me shake my head and grin like a fool.
- Just feeling darn lucky and extremely appreciative to be at a point in my life where I can enjoy such a fun lil car. Especially considering there was a time in my life when all I had was a beat up little Datsun F10 (cost me $450) that was my transportation AND the roof over my head when I was nearly destitute (least I had the car). I am so thankful for what I have and even for what I went through to get it. Nothing makes one appreciate having quite like not having.
- Having a Roadster AND living in Colorado - the land of breathtaking mountain roads and abundant sunshine. Really, all I can say is "wheeeee!"
So get out there and enjoy your lives, fellow owners. We may not agree on many facets of our lives but we can agree on this - Crossfires are a world of fun for those who understand!
I've had my XF just two weeks now and I couldn't have said it better. And there was a gorgeous sunset this evening here in Kansas. I was crusing out on a county road with top down and the sky was lit up bright orange in the West....incredible feeling, indeed.
I've wanted a convertible for years and finally went for it. I'm glad I went for the Crossfire as I believe it is the nicest looking convert. on the road.
Pulled up to a stop sign this evening, here in town, and a fella stopped and hollered out: "Nice looking car!"
One of the reasons I jumped in, Bat, is that I was in Colorado last year and, while riding up through Trail Ridge Road, passed several convertibles and told the wife: "Now, that's the way to enjoy the mountains."
Hopefully, I'll be enjoying that same drive this fall.