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[Guest]

"It's different now" __ Conway Twitty __ 'Goodbye Time'


Irony rocks.

I've recently learned that, in ~1 year, I'll lose the year-round garage storage (heated in winters) that I've appreciated the last 10+ years. The couple that owns the house, building & property is moving to SC. I will not have the funds needed to buy the place, though I would LOVE to live there. So, since other similar storage options in the area are more expensive, unemployment continues & medical bills are still due ... it's probably time to sell my MCs.

Yep, life is still good. It's just frustrating to watch things for which I've worked hard disappear due to no fault of my own. At least I can still drive & write! Hardly seems fair, but life isn't fair. Things'll work out; they always do...correct?



ROUTE 66-BASED STORY:
http://whenthegoingisgood.com/category/route66/

Motor Gnomes:
http://www.motorgnomes.com/category/staff/cort-s/

C&G:
http://www.cheersandgears.com/page/index.html/_/articles/editorials/stop-re-naming-my-car-r487



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 5 MCs + 1 Caprice Classic
CHD.MCs.CC + RoadTrips.hobbies.RadioShows.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
"I never dreamed home would end up where I don't belong" __ Rascal Flatts __ 'I'm Moving On'

 

[Duffey]

Well that sucks!:mad2:

I hope your circumstances change so it's not necessary to sell your babies, Cort.

 

[epstns]

Cort - I went through about the same thing many moons ago when the folks who owned the garage where I stored my Corvairs divorced, then sold the house. I was able to hang onto two of the cars for many years after that, but one was parked on the street. Finally the one in the garage had to go. I never had the time to maintain and drive it, so it was best to sell it to someone who could. Finally, some years later, the "beater" had to go, too. It developed frozen rear wheel bearings - a job far more costly than the value of the car. It was tough for a while, but you do get over it. I still stay in touch with the members of the Chicagoland Corvair Enthusiasts, though, so I can at least stay aware of what's going on. I'll probably never own anothe Corvair, but I do have several offers of loaners if I ever want to drive one for a few days.

 

[Guest]

"There was a time I was a true believer" __ Jennifer Warnes __ 'I Know A Heartache When I See One'


A difficult decision, my Monte Carlos (all of which have special significances for me), including my 1st car (1979) & the one my nephew "claimed" (1987), are FOR SALE. I've been unemployed for nearly 4 months with no current viable prospects, I still owe open heart surgery medical bills, & I'll lose my storage. I can't believe this is happening (especially since illegal immigrants get benefits), but such is life.

Someone noted that this situation IS my fault since, for me, medical procedures/expenses are expected; of course, that person is correct. Still, it's ironic that selling is partly because, less than 3 weeks after returning to full time work following my 11/11/2011 open heart surgery, I found myself out of employment from the company that had a campaign to promote "grill decency"....

The job hunt is not going well, but I've done some personal projects. While I continue to try to get hired, I'm researching volunteer opportunities. I've been applying to customer service, social media, web content editing, & marketing/sales careers.


Selling isn't ALL bad; POSITIVES in EVERY situation, right? In this case, once my MCs are sold ... I won't own a front-wheel-drive nameplate vehicle (until Ch#$r%*et introduces the all-new front-wheel drive Caprice!) ...&... I'll have fewer boards/groups to visit, translating into more time for the remaining boards, driving, writing, etc.! OK, so maybe those aren't complete positives....


All of my cars have special significances to me, so selling is MADDENING; I'm sure I'll shed a tear or more as each leaves for a new home/family.



GENERAL INFO

* None of my MCs have been thoroughly cleaned in a few years.

* My MCs have not been started since 11/05/2011, before my 11/11/2011 OHS.

* I have some boxes w/car parts; some cars MAY include extra parts.

* The record-setting 2008 MidSummer Chitown Gathering that I set up (65 attendees) remains the only time all of my MCs were at the same show/gathering/event:
http://pics.projectmonte.com/album/12498
Attendance at the 2009 & 2010 MidSummer events dropped considerably; different areas were tried in 2011:
https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/3rdAnnualMidSummerChitownGathering
https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/2011MeetNGreets02
...and of course cruise nights:
https://picasaweb.google.com/knightfan26917/RoadsNWheelsJumpStartCruiseNightOHSParty05122012

* INTERESTED? EMAIL ONLY:
faithcubsmc2691
@
aol.com



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 5 MCs + 1 Caprice Classic
CHD.MCs.CC + RoadTrips.hobbies.RadioShows.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
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"I ain't up to being strong now" __ Wynonna __ 'Is It Over Yet'

 

[Superbob]

Gosh, Cort, I'm really sorry that circumstances are such that you need to sell the Monte Carlos. However, I am really glad to see you here. I've been worrying about you.

I could trot out a lot of cliches but I think it really is true that very good opportunities come along when the times seem bleak. I hope and pray all will work out very well for you. It sounds like you are doing the right kinds of things in positioning yourself for a good opportunity.

All best!

 

[nngbwh]

Sorry to hear about your situation. Hope things work out for you. Thanks for updating us.

 

[epstns]

Cort - I know how you feel about the cars. Remember - I was a Corvair nut for many years. At one point, I had five of them, much as you have your MC's. One by one they were all sold. The last two were the hardest to part with. They were the first one I acquired way back when, and the nicest one of all. It was rough, but I had to sell. Lost both my storage location and the time to care for the cars. The way I have remained connected to the Corvair scene is that I remain an honorary member of Chicagoland Corvair Enthusiasts - the Corvair club I helped to organize almost 45 years ago. I still chat with a couple of the other members from time to time, and my mind still relives and enjoys all the years in and under those oil-soaked beauties.

Nobody can take away your memories. Those are yours forever.

I'm glad to hear from you, although I wish it could be under better circumstances. Call if you have time.

 

[Bina]

"There was a time I was a true believer" __ Jennifer Warnes __ 'I Know A Heartache When I See One'


A difficult decision, my Monte Carlos (all of which have special significances for me), including my 1st car (1979) & the one my nephew "claimed" (1987), are FOR SALE. I've been unemployed for nearly 4 months with no current viable prospects, I still owe open heart surgery medical bills, & I'll lose my storage. I can't believe this is happening (especially since illegal immigrants get benefits), but such is life.

Someone noted that this situation IS my fault since, for me, medical procedures/expenses are expected; of course, that person is correct. Still, it's ironic that selling is partly because, less than 3 weeks after returning to full time work following my 11/11/2011 open heart surgery, I found myself out of employment from the company that had a campaign to promote "grill decency"....

The job hunt is not going well, but I've done some personal projects. While I continue to try to get hired, I'm researching volunteer opportunities. I've been applying to customer service, social media, web content editing, & marketing/sales careers.


Selling isn't ALL bad; POSITIVES in EVERY situation, right? In this case, once my MCs are sold ... I won't own a front-wheel-drive nameplate vehicle (until Ch#$r%*et introduces the all-new front-wheel drive Caprice!) ...&... I'll have fewer boards/groups to visit, translating into more time for the remaining boards, driving, writing, etc.! OK, so maybe those aren't complete positives....


All of my cars have special significances to me, so selling is MADDENING; I'm sure I'll shed a tear or more as each leaves for a new home/family.
......

Cort, I'm glad to see you pop in here and update us. Yes, selling/losing things that we love is sad but necessary sometimes.
We have sold 5 collector cars over the past few years and are down to one. It just becomes too much and the day comes
along where reality gives us a slap in the face and we need to step up and take action.
Take your time finding a couple of good homes for a couple of cars and go from there.
Things will work out

 

[Guest]

I could trot out a lot of cliches but I think it really is true that very good opportunities come along when the times seem bleak. I hope and pray all will work out very well for you. It sounds like you are doing the right kinds of things in positioning yourself for a good opportunity.

I'm trying ... but, even so ... it sure doesn't feel good right now.

My Cubs aren't helping either. Though, admittedly, I do get SOME satisfaction that my Dad's Pittsburgh Pirates are AHEAD in the standings (currently) of a certain team from a midwestern Route 66 town that features a huge arch.

Sorry to hear about your situation. Hope things work out for you. Thanks for updating us.

*nods*

Thank you.

Cort - I know how you feel about the cars. Remember - I was a Corvair nut for many years. At one point, I had five of them, much as you have your MC's. One by one they were all sold. The last two were the hardest to part with. They were the first one I acquired way back when, and the nicest one of all. It was rough, but I had to sell. Lost both my storage location and the time to care for the cars. The way I have remained connected to the Corvair scene is that I remain an honorary member of Chicagoland Corvair Enthusiasts - the Corvair club I helped to organize almost 45 years ago. I still chat with a couple of the other members from time to time, and my mind still relives and enjoys all the years in and under those oil-soaked beauties.

Nobody can take away your memories. Those are yours forever.

Yep, I know.

And, we've talked about your Corvairs before, too. I know you know how I feel ... it is NOT fun. It's maddening, frustrating, humiliating, and sickening ... all at once.

Cort, I'm glad to see you pop in here and update us. Yes, selling/losing things that we love is sad but necessary sometimes.
We have sold 5 collector cars over the past few years and are down to one. It just becomes too much and the day comes
along where reality gives us a slap in the face and we need to step up and take action.
Take your time finding a couple of good homes for a couple of cars and go from there.
Things will work out

Thanks! I'm not so sure anymore, though.



"The only thing changing is my way of thinking" __ Dottie West __ 'A Lesson in Leaving'


I've "disappeared" from the boards/groups & Facebook a while, but it has been for the best...I think. I've been able to do some projects & focus on the job hunt & related volunteer opportunities (customer service, DJ, social media, web content editing, marketing/sales). I will soon re-activate my FB account to connect & interact with people again.


Whatever "fighting/positive" attitude/outlook I have is certainly being tested. Out-of-whack perhaps, but for me, selling my MCs is more devastating than having a 4th OHS, 11/11/2011. The time of year ... cruise nights, shows, gatherings, road trips ... makes this even more unbearable & frustrating.


At times, I just want them all sold NOW ... with a quick end so I'm not thinking about it. Yet, the thought of no longer being a member of some boards & no longer owning cars that have, at the very least, defined part of my life ... is rather sobering (I don't drink). As appealing to me as it is to only have a rear-wheel-drive-only nameplate car, it's tough to keep the tears away at the thought of selling what I've worked so hard to own & keep, especially when I look at all of the models, brochures & other memorabilia I've also collected.



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 5 MCs + 1 Caprice Classic
CHD.MCs.CC + RoadTrips.hobbies.RadioShows.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
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"I'm still alive inside" __ Jordin Sparks & Chris Brown __ 'No Air'

 

[epstns]

Cort - You don't have to give up your membership to the boards, clubs, etc. There are many of us who stay in touch with the happenings at our old club haunts by maintaining memberships. The friendships we have fostered over the years are valuable, especially in tough times. For me, it also gives me great pleasure to see how the club I helped to found has taken on a life of its own. For the club, I am not a "former Corvair owner" but a Corvair owner who is between cars.

I have chosen not to "quit" the club, only to be less active, as life has its way of taking over our time.

Another example of how this works -- I've probably told you (too many times) that I've been a licensed ham radio operator for a very long time. Since high school, in fact. I did, however, take 20 years off from the hobby as from the time my daughter was born until she was almost finished with college. At that time, I dusted off the old radios and got back on the air. The hobby is more fun than it was before, and I've even re-connected with many old friends from way back when. Life doesn't take us away from activities we love. It just adjusts our priorities for a while.

 

[Guest]

Oh, I know I have the option to stay, Steve ... just not sure I should since it'd be very painful, in more ways than one, at least right now....


"Something inside has died" __ Carole King __ 'It's Too Late'


In the last week or so, I've fluctuated TOO many times between believing the best course of action is to sell & "move on"/say goodbye to my MCs ...versus... to find a way to keep for what I've worked so hard. It's difficult to fathom saying goodbye, particularly to my MCs...

...72 (mine for ~10 years)
...76 (mine for ~14 years)
...79 (mine for ~20 years, 1st car)
...81 (mine for ~13 years, ~17 years w/parents; will go back to them or to my sis/bro-in-law)
...87 (mine for ~9 years)

...BUT, maybe it's for the best. Reading through the Emails I've received of plans & ability (skills/money) to follow through, it seems my MCs would be better with new owners. That helps...somewhat.


It will be difficult (especially for the '72 & '76) to determine who benefits with the $1 price. The '79 & '87 have less interest, so if you are thinking about either, EMAIL me ASAP. I'll send an Email to all who've Emailed me (BCC'd) sometime this week. Yes, I'd prefer to sell for $1 (no amount of money would replace them).


On a side note, I'm considering an offer to attend the MC Nationals this coming week/weekend in TN. I'm on the proverbial fence right now, going back'n'forth on whether to accept or not.... It'd be good to get out of the house, do a road trip (of sorts), see friends (family), & MAYBE network. On the other hand, I know others a lot worse off than I am...& I don't want to send the wrong message....



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 5 MCs + 1 Caprice Classic
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"There must be a reason for this pain I'm going through" __ Merle Haggard __ 'A Better Love Next Time'

 

[Duffey]

I say "Go!" You only live once.

In addition, it seems that you've got a year before you lose the storage. Wait and see what transpires in the meantime.

It's not over till it's over.

 

[hensylee]

oh, Cort, I am soo soo sorry about all this. You sound really depressed. Maybe a road trip would be a good thing for you. Staying in the house all the time isn't good until you get old and home is very comfortable. But you are young and we want you to be in the get up and go phase for a long time.

Someone on fb asked if anyone knew where you were. I have missed seeing you, too.

be careful, my dear Cort. You have been here in VR too long to leave your friends wondrin about you.

I pray that a good opening will come your way and get you back on track. My grandson became unemployed early this year and is taking his time to go back to school and gettging a pell grant to do it under the unemployed monies available. Do something; just don't you give up. You have come too far. Blessins, my dear friend.

 

[Guest]

I say "Go!" You only live once.

True enough!

oh, Cort, I am soo soo sorry about all this. You sound really depressed. Maybe a road trip would be a good thing for you. Staying in the house all the time isn't good until you get old and home is very comfortable. But you are young and we want you to be in the get up and go phase for a long time.

True, too ... I'm going (if you didn't see my other post).

Someone on fb asked if anyone knew where you were. I have missed seeing you, too.

be careful, my dear Cort. You have been here in VR too long to leave your friends wondrin about you.

Thank you, Ann ... sorry I worried you (or anyone). I'll be back to FB in the next couple weeks or so!

I pray that a good opening will come your way and get you back on track. My grandson became unemployed early this year and is taking his time to go back to school and gettging a pell grant to do it under the unemployed monies available. Do something; just don't you give up. You have come too far. Blessins, my dear friend.

Much appreciated, Ann. I thought about going back to school, but not sure I want to do that. We'll see.


"This is not where you belong" __ Restless Heart __ 'Why Does It Have To Be (Wrong or Right)?'


I appreciate the Emails/interest in my cars. Early Tuesday morning (1a my time), I sent a new set of questions to ~35 people. Once I have ALL responses, I'll evaluate & decide who gets which car. This is tougher than I imagined on many levels & for many reasons.



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 5 MCs + 1 Caprice Classic
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"Happiness ain't never how you think it should be so" __ Duncan Sheik __ 'She Runs Away'

 

[Guest]

"It's only going to make me strong" __ LeAnn Rimes __ 'Life Goes On'


I arrived home from the MC Nats & was diagnosed w/pneumonia ~6 hours later. I was hospitalized 4 days & 3 nights, which will most-likely blow what is left of my "unemployment budget".

I didn't think that the 1st time my nephew saw my cars out of the garage would probably be the last time, too. 11/05/2011 (6 days before my 11/11/11 OHS)...:

I believe I've decided who gets dibs on each car; I will notify buyers soon.



Cort | 38.m.IL | pigValve + paceMaker + cowValve | 1 Caprice Classic
CHD.CC + RoadTrips.hobbies.RadioShows.us66 = http://www.chevyasylum.com/cort
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"I close my eyes & dream away" __ Roxette __ 'It Must've Been Love'