Friday, February 2, 2018

2018 AUTO SHOW

On Friday, January 26th, I took a friend to the auto show at the Portland Convention Center for a surprise for his birthday, though not really a surprise since he had to drive!  Now it seems the parking lot there was filled and we were told to "drive around for about 45 minutes" by the parking attendant!
OH NO!  Luckily we spotted a sign saying there was public parking at one little garage across the street and were very lucky that someone pulled out right when we were going to leave because it was full!  Inside were all of the cars men dream about, and maybe some women!
Randy found his dream car, the 2018 Corvette Grand Sport.  
Of course you can have it for your birthday...NOT!
This Land Rover Discovery isn't too bad!
The Discovery is my color!!
What happens when I push this button? I would have to take a class on all of the buttons and switches  before I could drive one!
It even tells you how to get back to earth!!!  The Hyundai Genesis G90 was the one I liked!
This one is for fun! 
Nah, red attracts police.
A BMW.
NICE!!!!!  Oldie but a goodie!
I think Randy would take this one, too!
What? My present isn't a new car????
We had a great time and saw sooooo many cars, even a few motorcycles.
Spent about 6 hours and never saw it all!
We were even very impressed by the Hybrids!
They had buys there to polish off the finger prints each person left behind. What a job!
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  1. Karen @ Beatrice EuphemieFebruary 2, 2018 at 2:10 PM

    Oh, looks like fun! Love the Land Rover - I think the color is perfect for you, Rose! Ah, we can dream, can't we? The Hyundai Genesis is really nice.....I've never seen one of those. I guess I'll have to be happy with my 2005 Ford Ranger, though :) xx Karen

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 11:08 AM

      It was fun to sit in each vehicle! The Genesis was very nice and compared to many in the same caliber, half the price!!

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 2, 2018 at 7:08 PM

    I sent Greg to the car show with a buddy of his, then checked the garage when he came home to make sure he hadn't brought any new cars home. It looks like that Land Rover fits you Rose. Glad you had a great time.
    Barb

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 11:06 AM

      We had so much fun, always do. Having seen the price stickers on those new cars, you can be reassured Greg woukd not have brought one home!!

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  3. JunkchiccottageFebruary 3, 2018 at 6:21 AM

    Oh how fun to dream and see these beautiful cars. You look so beautiful in any one of these cars. That BMW looks like the batman car lol! Happy Weekend.
    Kris

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 11:04 AM

      Yes, I expected a superhero to pop out of that BMW! We had such a fun time and Randy was in heaven!

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  4. Life Images by JillFebruary 6, 2018 at 5:44 AM

    looks like you both enjoyed the car show. I'm not a car person, but I love the old cars. Have a fabulous week and thank you for stopping by my blog last week.

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 11:03 AM

      I love old cars, too. Enjoy going to car rallies and seeing them all fixed up! We did have a great time!

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 9, 2018 at 5:17 PM

    You two kids look like you are having fun. RR

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  6. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonFebruary 12, 2018 at 5:41 PM

    Such a fun post Rose. Randy looks very pleased and you are just too cute!! I have heard that red attracts police, but I often have a red car. In fact, own one right now. I have not had a ticket for years, but I be careful to usually only go 5 over the speed limit. :)
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 11:01 AM

      I have heard that red and bright yellow vehicles do draw the attention of police! They do stand out. I have never had a ticket and never caused an accident! Lucky, I guess!

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2018 at 2:48 PM

    Beatrice my husband would agree with you on the Ford Ranger 1999 is his love and would not sell it for anything. and I agree Rose looks good and all the cars. I should be as she is our daughter. Keep enjoying life Rose and all your friends too. God bless Everyone. Mom

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  8. Lady FiFebruary 15, 2018 at 10:45 AM

    Love that red colour! Were there any electric cars to view?

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    1. Rose LFebruary 15, 2018 at 10:59 AM

      Yes, there were! My friend, Randy, told me how they now are so improved that they have more power and speed and get up and go now!

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  9. KarenMarch 6, 2018 at 10:16 AM

    Oh My Rose,
    My hubby would have loved to have gone to the Portland Car Show. Is it a yearly event? I must try to take him there. Your friend is a lucky guy. I will take the 2018 red corvette please! lol. The doily you asked about is not sewn on my chairs. Unfortunately the chairs have some stains so I wanted to cover them up for my pics. Lol. Blessings, Karen

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    1. Rose LMarch 6, 2018 at 10:31 AM

      I am told it is a yearly event. Finding parking is not easy as the centers garage filled up! But we did find another place that cost $10 for 3 hrs. I think the doilies were cute on the seats, even if not permanent!

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  10. RueMarch 7, 2018 at 12:09 PM

    I'll take the oldie! lol Glad you two had fun :)

    xo,
    rue

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  11. Debbie HarrisApril 9, 2018 at 4:00 PM

    You look pretty sharp in that blue one ;)
    That BMW is very futuristic looking.
    Of course I love the oldies. :)

    Blessings ~

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  12. AnonymousApril 15, 2018 at 9:04 PM

    Awesome post.

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