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    New Member - SW Florida

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    10 minutes ago, willie said:

     Hello Willie! Thank you. The car was stolen in Chicago at that time that is where we lived. We have been in FL since 2003. We do have a full plate but the family all lives back in IL so I have plenty of time for fun/hobbies.

     

    The reason i ask is i have a parts car that fits that description but picked it up from another member in NC. I have had it for about 10 years already.

    Thank you for thinking of me. I have no parts at all. I am looking for a very complete car hopefully it doesn't need to many things. 

    New Member - SW Florida

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    1 hour ago, Glen said:

    I swear I immediately wondered if you were ever from Chicago. The last name jumped out at me for some reason.  About where did you hang your hat when you lived here?

    I grew up in Chicago until the early 70"s when my parents moved to Cicero, IL. I went to school there, graduated and moved into western suburbs later in life. Moved to Florida in 2003. Maybe you heard of Rago Bros. Funeral Home and I have lots of family on Police force.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    2 hours ago, DragCat said:

    Welcome to the madness lol. You just missed one of our members beautiful MC going across the block (link with video below) Good luck with your search, they are out there. Just a suggestion, make a list of your priorities, must have and wants. 

     

    Hello Mike! Thank you very much. Hopefully I can catch the next one. I have a mental list of what I want plus now the group, so I think I am covered.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    5 hours ago, Michael Boyte said:

    Congratulations John on joining this fantastic club. I am sure with patience and the help of the members here , you will find exactly what you are looking for !

    Hello Michael, thank you. Yes, patience and this group, I may find what I am looking for. Thanks again.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    12 hours ago, Dtret said:

    Welcome. As we get older patience (?) is also a problem. Lol. Good luck in your search. You missed a few real nice ones that were sold by members of the group. They are out there. Good luck and again welcome. 

    Hello Dennis, thank you. Yes, sometimes patience is a problem, but I know there are some really nice cars out there. Just have to wait for the right one. This is a main reason to join this group. Very informative and I want to be where the action is.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    13 hours ago, willie said:

    Hey John Welcome to the club!!!  Did you live in Fla when she was stolen? Sounds like you have a full plate with 4 daughters and 6 grandkids. I only have 4 and cant find the time to do anything on the cars when they are around. 

    Hello Willie! Thank you. The car was stolen in Chicago at that time that is where we lived. We have been in FL since 2003. We do have a full plate but the family all lives back in IL so I have plenty of time for fun/hobbies.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    12 hours ago, MCfan said:

    Hi, John,

    Welcome to the club and forums! I hope you are able to find a nice '70 or '71 SS in time.  I owned a '70 SS for eight years and know what it's like to have that itch scratched - there's nothing else like it.

    I also live in SW Florida in Punta Gorda for six months and a day (required for permanent FL residency) during the late fall/winter/early spring season. My (almost) daily driver here is a modified big block/4-speed '70 into which I have invested considerable time and money.  It is a blast to drive and I really miss it when I relocate to north-central MN for the summer each year.

    Where in SW FL do you live?  Maybe we can hook up at a local car show next fall.  In the meantime I hope you enjoy the club and are successful in acquiring your own SS.

    HI! I live in Cape Coral. It would be great to connect and how do I find out about the local car shows? Are they Monte Carlo shows or all types of cars? I am originally from IL and travel back and forth a few times a year to see the family.

    New Member - SW Florida

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    12 hours ago, willie said:

    Hey John Welcome to the club!!!  Did you live in Fla when she was stolen? Sounds like you have a full plate with 4 daughters and 6 grandkids. I only have 4 and cant find the time to do anything on the cars when they are around. 

    Hello, I lived in Chicago until 2003, then moved to Florida.

    Thanks, John

    New Member - SW Florida

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    Hello,

    Thank you for accepting me into the group; I am excited to be here. My name is John Rago, electrician by trade and I live in Florida. I owned a brand new 1971 Monte Carlo until about 1985, when it was stolen. It was Burnt Orange in color with a white vinyl top, beige cloth interior, 402 motor with fender skirts. I joined this club to meet new people, make some additional car related friendships, and for the LOVE of the Monte Carlo. I am also hoping to replace my stolen car with another Monte Carlo. The problem with me is, as I get older and more mature, I become more of a perfectionist. I am looking for a 70-71 SS fully loaded in concours condition or close to it. I know, I know – it will be hard to find but I am patient. I am married to my best friend, Maryann and together we have four daughters and six grandchildren. We have been involved with other muscle cars throughout our life and always had a sweet spot for the 1st Generation Monte Carlo. I will try and find some photos of my old car to post at another time. Thank you for taking the time to read my intro. Looking forward to all things in this group.

    Once again, thank you – John R.

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