Ford Race to the Dream -More new Pictures, Post #101

[Cincy'sMom]

Anyone seen commericals for the Fors Race to the Dream Challenge? If not, you can check out what it is and register here Ford Challenge

Basically, for 9 weeks they pick weekly winners to fly down to Miami Florida Nov. 10-13 and compete in dricing competitions. I am a finialist!!! I get to go to Florida and drive at Miami Speedway!! And if I win, then I get to stay all week and go to the races, and drop the greeen flag at the Busch Race, and be an honorary Pit Crew member at the Nextel cup race, and go to the victory celebration and and....ahhh!!!!

I get the call at work,and I am shocked beyond belief! Of course they ask me who my favorite Ford driver is and blank...I'm a Chevy fan!! First things that pops in my head is Robin (Robilee) is a Carl Edwards fan, maybe I can get her his autograph. So that is who I say. Of course after I hang up I am kicking myself for not saying Kenny Shrader, but oh well!

So, I have 1 month to learn to drive stick and practice with a big truck! Anybody have a practice vechicles for me?

The details of what I won:

Nine (9) First Prizes: Each First Prize winner will receive a trip for two (2) to Miami, Florida. Trip package includes:
· Hotel accommodations (one (1) room, standard, double occupancy) for three (3) nights, four (4) days in or around Miami, FL November 10-13, 2007
· Round-trip air economy class transportation (for two (2) from a major U.S. airport close to winner’s residence to Miami, FL
· Ground transportation to Sponsor-scheduled events
· Two (2) day racing experience at Homestead-Miami Speedway
· Select Sponsored provided meals
· One (1) $200 Visa gift card for additional meals or activities
· Two (2) Ford Racing gift packages

[Almita]

I'm jealous, I would do that if i had a license and could drive. Also old enough! That is awesome, i hope you get to win! Rooting for you

[lizbud]

That's really neat. I can drive with a stick, it's easy to learn. I will
be a proud supporter for you. Go Amy. Good luck in the race.

[Cinder & Smoke]

I am a finalist!!!
I get to go to Florida and drive at Miami Speedway!!

So, I have 1 month to learn to drive stick and practice with a big truck!

WW!!

How do you pull these stunts off???
Ya got a 4-Leaf Clover tattooed on your forehead?

Four weeks to become a Stick Shifter ... that Can be done!

"Practice with a 'Big Truck'" ??? Uhhhh - just WHAT are you supposed to Drive?
"BIG" as in a Car Transporter/Semi? THAT might take a lil extra Coaching!

So ... who ya taking along on this adventure?
Are you taking applications, or does Ralph have that spot sewed up?

Have *Phunn*!!

[ramanth]

That's awesome Amy! Congrats! I look forward to photos.

[Cincy'sMom]

"Practice with a 'Big Truck'" ??? Uhhhh - just WHAT are you supposed to Drive?
"BIG" as in a Car Transporter/Semi? THAT might take a lil extra Coaching!

No, not that big!! Like an F150/ F250 size. I'm used to driving a small truck..Ranger, Dakota size.

Ralph is pretty well tied into going. His one hang up is that he has been called for Jury duty and selection is going on. He hasn't been called in yet, but has to continue to check until the panel is chosen. If he has to go in, the trial could take 3-4 weeks. I have to return the packet by Friday at 4 pm. Hopefully by then he will know he has been released!

[Karen]

Oh how cool! If Ralph cannot go, I know tons of folks who'd jump at the chance! And can drive stick, so could coach you, too!

[anna_66]

As I told you earlier...COOL

I think it's awesome that someone I know is a winner...lol!

Like Karen said, I know someone who'd go if Ralph can't

Oh, Mark said his truck isn't a stick but you could use it...it's big!

[Cincy'sMom]

Oh, Mark said his truck isn't a stick but you could use it...it's big!

I may take him up on that! I am hoping the regular truck stuff will be in automatics!!