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California just ordered all bars and winery operations to close. Locally, there are 14 identified cases in the county with 12 of them in my community. Four of the local 12 are in the hospital and the other eight are quarantined at home. The recommendation is for everyone over 65 to shelter in place. My son was to start his new job with Google tomorrow. Last week he was told to come in tomorrow (Monday), sign in, pick up a company computer, and go home for two weeks prepared to work remotely. This morning, he got an email telling him to phone in tomorrow and they would get him signed in and on the payroll - no need to come in for a computer. He will basically be on paid vacation for at least two weeks, maybe more, until they decide to return employees to the office. Dennis

That front bumper looks like a good place to sit when parked at scenic overlooks. Dennis

Interesting company and marketing plan. The company was started in the town where I grew up - Superior, WI. Not quite on the edge of civilization, but you can see the edge from there. My dad built their warehouse in the mid-1970s. I was briefly a dealer in their pyramid marketing plan and used Amsoil in the Porsche 914 I was driving at the time, 40 years ago. My biggest recollection was that when I switched from petroleum based oil to Amsoil in the 914 gas mileage improved greatly (32 mpg to 36 mpg, if I remember correctly) and I had to lower the idle speed significantly. Slippery stuff. Dennis

I could probably buy a fairly nice, not perfect, Z for the sales commission the buyer paid BaT on the $310,000 final bid. Dennis

Site link? Dennis

This same thing was noted by a friend who sold his Porsche 912 on BaT within the last year. After a couple months, it started showing up on several other "Cars for Sale" sites for much less than what he sold it for to a buyer from England. Many of the pictures in the ads were those that he had posted on BaT. He checked with the buyer who told him that he still had the car and it was NOT for sale. Scams abound. This Z may not be a scam, but due diligence is wise before buying. Dennis

Welcome! Always good to see another '71 getting TLC from a new owner. Enjoy the Z. Dennis

Also, the buying demographic for those cars has aged into their 70s and is unloading and downsizing. Transient collectables tend to lose value when the buyers/enthusiasts age out and younger collectors aren't interested. Dennis

I wonder what Megan and Harry will bring? Dennis

All international conflicts should blow over so easily. We vaporize your General, you shoot off a few rockets that are beyond their "Best If Used By" date and both side declare themselves winners. Dennis

Not sure what HER annual salary is, but I don't think it was six figures based on conversations over the years and what she drives. She referred to the cut in pay as "a house payment". Dennis

The Infiniti branch of Nissan is feeling the hit, too. The last time we took ours in for servicing, the deanship was like a ghost town. The service manager who has worked with us for 10 years at the dealership mentioned having to take a $1,500 per month cut in pay recently to keep the job. Dennis

But, now, he's got Dog The Bounty Hunter to deal with. Should make a good episode - especially if his compound is guarded by Hezbollah militia. Dennis

My 4/71 Z which I've owned since new has the ash tray and lighter in the center console like the one pictured above. No lighter in the dash. You likely have a replacement dash from a later Z. Dennis

Actually, Earth is an oblate spheroid. ? Dennis

Careful "BRO" you're stepping on my reality. Dennis

My wife, who is a psychologist, taught me that lesson over 35 years ago. She told me that we each live in our own reality. Keeping that in mind has helped me in dealing with many of the foolish things I've heard people say over the years. Enjoy your reality, but realize everyone else has one, too. Dennis

Welcome!! As the owner of a '71 since '71 I can assure you you're in for good times. Looks like the previous owner really liked white paint. Dennis

So, all good! What's the next adventure? Dennis

Parts for your new purchase shouldn't be a problem - except maybe the cost depending on your level of replacement. There are enough sources of new, reproduction, and used parts that you could probably build a '71 from scratch if you had the time and bank account. Any particular parts you're looking for at this time or just anticipating need? Dennis

Perfect for tailgating before a football game. Dennis

Can't go wrong with new spark plug wires, points, and plugs. You'll want the ignition system to be in good condition. If you want to get really thorough, add a distributor cap, and new rotor to the mix. Then, head out on the highway looking for adventure. Have fun with your "new" Z! Dennis

I'd buy one if they decided to build it. Dennis

Great looking Z and it appears the bidders agree. Dennis

Well, that looks easy. ? Dennis