Exotic owners' code of conduct

[Soma576@xxxx]

MODERATOR NOTE - This has appeared here before, but it's been a while. 
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List,

i found this on the www.espritfactfile.com website. I find the ideas 
expressed here are the same that all of us DeLorean owners should be 
expressing with our own prized cars! It is also worded very nicely. 

Enjoy, and LIVE THE DREAM!

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1. My cars will always be clean and well presentable. I will ensure that my
cars are in the highest state of mechanical condition and maintenance. 
Exotics are indeed rare, and to see one is a special experience. I have an 
obligation to present these cars to others at a high standard. 

2. I will always be polite, courteous, and friendly. I will not talk down to 
or ignore anyone, and I will cheerfully answer all questions. Exotic owners
wrongly suffer from a "snob" label. By actively and always countering this,I 
will strive to change this perception among all whom I meet. 

3. Where feasible, I will encourage inspection and observation of my cars.
If someone is clean and courteous, I will encourage them to sit in my cars.I 
will actively encourage photographs. In particular, I will encourage this 
among younger children. On occasion, I will offer rides to admirers under the 
appropriate circumstances. 

4. With one exception (see 5, below), I will obey all traffic laws or local 
traffic customs. Especially, I will pass other cars only in marked, safe 
passing zones, and I will always respect traffic speeds and noise ordinances 
within city limits. I will always drive in a defensive manner to protect 
myself and my vehicle. I will not initiate nor will I respond to challenges
to race my cars on open public roads. 

5. Operating my cars as God, Enzo, and Ferruccio (or Colin) intended will 
occur only on open, rural routes free of heavy traffic or on appropriately 
designated race courses. On public highways, I will use my highest powers of 
observation and diligence to ensure that I place myself, my vehicles, and the 
public in no additional danger. I will be aware of the environment and road
conditions, and I will not drive at excessive speeds on unknown or suspect 
roads. When approaching blind corners or hills, I will assume that an 
obstacle exists and will take appropriate defensive measures. 

6. I will share my passion and excitement for exotic cars with others 
through community service and charitable events. I will actively seek out 
community organizations such as local police departments and schools and 
offer my cars for use in events such as DARE programs, homecoming parades, 
pep rallies, etc. Many communities have "Make a Wish" foundations for sick 
children. If given the opportunity, I will offer a day with myself and my 
cars to such organizations in an effort to brighten an otherwise trying life 
for someone less fortunate than I. 
I will be honest and open with other enthusiasts, and I will accurately 
represent my cars to prospective owners and buyers. I will keep complete 
records, and I will always follow up with purchasers of my cars to ensure 
that they continue to gain maximum satisfaction and appreciation for cars 
that I have owned and serviced. 
I will always have a smile on my face when inspecting, driving, or showing my 
cars to others. I will never forget how fortunate I've been to own such 
automobiles and I will constantly remind myself that the future is uncertain, 
and that today may be as good as it gets (© Copyright 1998, Joe Martz) 
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Soma576@xxxx
1982 DeLorean DMC-12 VIN#11596
Fargo, ND 58102



















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