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03/09/2025 12:38 pm
....even though I dislike non-stock 1:1 cars, I, nonetheless, think this is pretty cool. 😎 😎 😎
03/09/2025 1:09 pm
Don't know him, but this is just another "show you my newest toy".
No real feel, know what I mean ?
When the first ZR-1 came out, many years ago, I was allowed to sit in one.
The owner also handed me the keys to start it.
Man , I was flabbergasted, but the feeling quickly turned sour after I found out he was a big drug-dealer.
Also showing off his new toy. 
I still have my '72 coupe and I bought it 1988.
That's what I mean with true love.
Looks like the newer Corvettes attract different people.
Topic starter
03/09/2025 1:33 pm
"Don't know him, but this is just another show you my newest toy."
Joop, you need to Google "Shaquille O'Neal" a.k.a Shaq ("Shack" ).
By all accounts, he's nothing like your perception. I have zero interest in basketball; I've never even seen Shaq play, but his reputation for being a nice guy who gives generously to numerous charities (many involving children ) is well known.
I dare say that after Shaq's had his fun with his "new toy," he'll auction it off for charity.
Tony Perrone and John Bono reacted
04/09/2025 6:53 am
I love The Shaq and this Vetter looks terrific! I was skeptical that it would look so good with that stretch but it does. THANKS Chris!
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04/09/2025 11:25 am
"...and this Vetter looks terrific!"
Now, see.... THAT'S what I thought - and that's why I posted the video. I don't follow basketball and I'm not really a Corvette guy but, like you, I expected to see an abomination. After all, many stretched Cobras look hideous! 😬 😬 This s t r e t c h e d Vette actually looks pretty good. 😎 😎
Tony Perrone reacted
04/09/2025 12:51 pm
Yes sir - agreed. Although I don't follow hoops like I do college football, I have known of and liked Shaq forever. A real honest to goodness Car Guy. He has several cool car shops that have made custom cars for him and his 'size'. They range from "The Shaqillac" to monster trucks, custom cars and even motorcycles. The guy has a great sense of humor and is just cool!"...and this Vetter looks terrific!"
Now, see.... THAT'S what I thought - and that's why I posted the video. I don't follow basketball and I'm not really a Corvette guy but, like you, I expected to see an abomination. After all, many stretched Cobras look hideous! 😬 😬 This s t r e t c h e d Vette actually looks pretty good. 😎 😎
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