So i actually looked on a map today of where I went on saturday, and it was quite a way out of the way. turns out that i practically drove right past area 51 and looped almost completely around China Lake! all together, it was 371 miles from pahrump, nevada to my house in socal, and I loved every minute of it.
Roxy II currently has 3500+ miles on her. My thoughts so far (compared to Roxy, ’03 brg/w mcs):
- Roxy II has a nicer ride.
- Roxy II is quieter, shifts smoother and has more manageable road manners
- Roxy II is SERIOUSLY lacking in power, especially between 2K & 4K RPMs
Overall, I would have to vote for the MC in this battle for daily driving duties. the 5-speed is smoother to shift and not quite as much work. The interior is quieter and the ride just a tad smoother. Although I really do miss the extra power, the added gas mileage (so far not a tank under 30 MPG) is a big bonus, especially since I drive 500+ miles a week. and, of course, there is the big difference in appearance. I think the MC has a little more the classic shape, and I find it to be quite sexy! Don’t get me wrong, I love the look of the S too, but the MC is just a bit smoother there as well. If I could, I would still have an MCS, but that would be for weekends, maybe some racing.
finally!
Sorry, but I have been away for a few days, but orfy FINALLY rode a pony! WOOHOO!
a desert adventure
had to go out to cottonwood cove this last weekend to take care of some overdue maintenance. since I was already out there I went to do some scouting at a race track in Pahrump Nevada as well.
that shot was taken on the way to Pahrump. I’ve got a bunch more here.
if you are asked for a codeword, it is roxy
But, it sure was an awesome drive! I came home from Pahrump kinda the back way, not once hitting the freeway until I got to Hesperia. I will have more later
another nugget
again from inpassing.org:
“I’m all, ‘That’s so cool, how’d you make it?’ And he says, ‘Oh, it was nothing, I just got some stuff from a website.’ But the pictures are all ‘Donna in the rain,’ Mimes holding an umbrella and looking surprised or ‘Donna at the beach’ Mimes sunbathing. Seriously.”
–A girl talking to a guy outside Sufficient Grounds
huh?
one more tonight
Here she is……
I forgot to mention that I actually posted pics of Roxy II at the MINIUSA owner’s lounge. Look for the resume of dbwilldo (um, that’s me).
or, you can just click here instead!
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