Jack, I can relate to your column at a much lower horse power and dollar value but with the same passion. When I saw the “New Plymouth” Prowler at the dealership I could not afford it but always dreamed of owning one. Fast forward: in July 2009 I was diagnosed with prostate cancer at 58 years old and my Dad ( my hero) died of cancer four days later. A few months later as I sat feeling sorry for myself, I saw a 2000 Plymouth Prowler on EBAY auction. As I had never been to EBAY I immediately asked my wife for her EBAY account number. “Why” she asked and I said “ I’m going to buy me a Prowler”! Her response “OK”. I bid and watched as others upped the anted toward the end of bidding and with 2 seconds on the clock I won the auction. It was a dream come true for me and what a tremendous blessing. It had 18,000 miles and I added another 19,000 over the next seven years and sold it for a $4,000 profit Every mile I drove it brought 5,280 (s)miles to my face and allowed me to get past my self pity and instead thank God for His many blessings!!! ... View more

During a pity party following cancer surgery I bought my dream car-a 2000 Plymouth Prowler. It was the most amazing car I’ve ever owned and talk about a real head turner! It drew a ton of attention at car shows and won quite a few trophies. The only improvement I would have made would have been a V-8 manual tranny. I keep it 7 years, put 18,000 miles on it and sold it for a $4,000 profit. I’ve never owned a car to beat that.  ... View more