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Just picked up a new to me 2013 350 BlueTEC. It has just 38K miles so I'm hoping for good reliability. As I searched for right SUV, the BlueTEC topped my list for it's towing capacity. And, it was actually cheaper than any local Grand Cherokee or Tahoe in my area. I'll be towing my 32 Hemi Roadster to various shows.
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Just picked up a new to me 2013 350 BlueTEC. It has just 38K miles so I'm hoping for good reliability. As I searched for right SUV, the BlueTEC topped my list for it's towing capacity. And, it was actually cheaper than any local Grand Cherokee or Tahoe in my area. I'll be towing my 32 Hemi Roadster to various shows.
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The guys with Corvettes hate me when I park next to them. People are taking pictures of the Prowler and asking questions, but ignoring the 'vettes.
I know Prowler guys that have altered their motors or replace them with Dodge hemis. Not easy and it reveals another weakness, the tranny. It can't handle a lot more power. It is essentially the same tranny as in the Chrysler 300 from the late 90's. At least the car is super light due to all aluminum construction including the frame, and well balanced.
It sure gets a lot of attention.
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Looks like you winter in Cape Coral. I'm in Naples. We have some good car shows in the winter. You should come down.
The guys with Corvettes hate me when I park next to them. People are taking pictures of the Prowler and asking questions, but ignoring the 'vettes.
I know Prowler guys that have altered their motors or replace them with Dodge hemis. Not easy and it reveals another weakness, the tranny. It can't handle a lot more power. It is essentially the same tranny as in the Chrysler 300 from the late 90's. At least the car is super light due to all aluminum construction including the frame, and well balanced.
It sure gets a lot of attention.
The guys with Corvettes hate me when I park next to them. People are taking pictures of the Prowler and asking questions, but ignoring the 'vettes.
I know Prowler guys that have altered their motors or replace them with Dodge hemis. Not easy and it reveals another weakness, the tranny. It can't handle a lot more power. It is essentially the same tranny as in the Chrysler 300 from the late 90's. At least the car is super light due to all aluminum construction including the frame, and well balanced.
It sure gets a lot of attention.
Vette's suck, Tons of them, nothing to see there... The Prowler has so much potential.
My email addy's peter2772000@gmail.com. Shoot me an email when you have your next show any time after September, I'd love to come down.
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I often do a Saturday quick event in North Naples. They have it every Saturday at the McDonalds.
https://motionu.com/event/mcdonalds-...laza-naples-20
I must have ADD because I just can't go and waste a whole day sitting next to a car. I prefer to go and spend an hour or so and then leave.
Also events in Punta Gorda at Muscle Car City
http://musclecarcity.net/events/
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Will do. I know the last Saturday of each month in the winter there is an event in downtown Ft. Myers. Never been but would like to.
http://www.fortmyersriverdistrictall...car-cruise-in/
I often do a Saturday quick event in North Naples. They have it every Saturday at the McDonalds.
https://motionu.com/event/mcdonalds-...laza-naples-20
I must have ADD because I just can't go and waste a whole day sitting next to a car. I prefer to go and spend an hour or so and then leave.
Also events in Punta Gorda at Muscle Car City
http://musclecarcity.net/events/
http://www.fortmyersriverdistrictall...car-cruise-in/
I often do a Saturday quick event in North Naples. They have it every Saturday at the McDonalds.
https://motionu.com/event/mcdonalds-...laza-naples-20
I must have ADD because I just can't go and waste a whole day sitting next to a car. I prefer to go and spend an hour or so and then leave.
Also events in Punta Gorda at Muscle Car City
http://musclecarcity.net/events/
Looking forward to meeting you and seeing all the cars. Sounds like fun!
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