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Originally Posted by dfhtrhjn View Post
It can be fun to pass someone and open the car up a little. As long as OP isn't breaking laws or endangering people, spirited driving is a big part of owning these cars. It's worth noting the 3500-5500 rpm range is the most rewarding part; the sound is nice, the acceleration is good, the traction is excellent under acceleration. It's unfortunate that it upsets people sometimes, but you really can't please everyone.
The true irony was the herding hiker, was saving his kids from the loud Porsche, as he was getting ready to take his young kids hiking into an area of unprecedented mountain lion activity. I saw one recently on the side of the road and when I drove past, it looked over at my car with casual disinterest, mountain lion, that is.....
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