AND then there was the ancient 4 into 5, two-stick systems, usually to compensate for a heavy rig with an underpowered (often a gas) engine. As many as 20 gears possible, plus, sometimes a 2 speed rear axle. No thanks - not my idea of fun!

Been there, done that.

HellYa!

AAAAACK! It's face looks like a Lexus!

Just look up your local Model A restorers club and the local Model T club. They are VERY friendly and know that most folks these days can’t even tell the difference between a “T” and an “A”, so they will be (often) eager to “spread the gospel”.

Then, when you have that down, move onto something like a model A where you have to double-clutch every single shift up and down.

And an ol’ “3 on the tree” even stumps the guys who grew up on stick shifts!

“His father convinced him of choosing the Aston over a Chevy Chevelle back when these V8s weren’t that expensive, and boy was his old man right! When set up right, nothing can beat those carbureted Aston V8s in terms of style and drama.”

A shot might be possible- but I have NO desire to look into it.

You have my deepest sympathies

Yeah - a few years ago, spouse & I went to dinner at a friend's place. At their home, she is an organic fanatic. She served BBQ chicken with all-organically grown & organically raised etc.

How to watch F1 races:

Nope-tomato is my one & only allergy. Tomato sauce on pizza is not a problem. The so-called "cream of tomato" soups are not an issue (I use those when making chili instead of crushed etc tomatoes) Ketchup is not an issue. But anything with real, actual tomato results in an ambulance ride and a stay (at least…

Jackalopes are in more places than just Texas. Seen 'em (or at least stuffed versions plus post cards) in North & South Dak, Wyoming, and others.

NO TOMATO! Ever! Under any circumstances and not even then!

For a true beater, I tend to buy running, driving, and (mostly) reliable cars under $500.00 (Often under $100.00)

You mean that isn't an example of Por-ski Kwalittie Kontroll?

I still like my sign at the end of my driveway:

Sorry, Stef - That's not misery - that's frustration & anger

DAMMITT!