One year ago today...

[SSEiMan01]

One year ago, I was lucky enough to come across this steal of an SSEi, and quickly sold my 06 Impala to buy it. 15,500 miles later, it somehow looks better than when I got it, I’ve been told.

This car started a new, exciting chapter of its life one year ago today. Meanwhile, I was working on a new part of my life as well, so we both opened up new chapters at the same time. Mine started out with depression, almost suicide. Something came about that made me realize my life was worth sticking around for, and I like to credit some of that to Pontiac Bonneville Club. If I had not bought this car (or any other Bonneville) I would not have even found Pontiac Bonneville Club, and I would not have met any of the great friends I have as a result of this. Life would be different for sure. Things that I have done in the past year include some things I would not have done for some period of time if it weren’t for the people I have encountered here. Things in my personal life, that is. Looking back, I did not imagine myself where I am now, just like I never imagined this car where it is now.

I had it for not even a day and I already had the windows tinted, the next day I had the Flowmasters put on. I said to myself I would stop there. If I were to post pics of each modification, my intention originally for this thread, it would slow even the most up-to-date computer processors… Mod bug bit hard, eh?

Then she hit the pages of High Performance Pontiac, which was a real confidence booster, not only for my writing but for my love of all things cars. It was a huge compliment to have the editors choose my car, and article to go in their magazine.

I do have more plans for the car, you’ll just have to stay tuned, as usual. As for me? I plan to continue my studies seeking a degree in Education, with a possible minor in Journalism. Anything else, I take one day at a time and see what happens.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Pontiac Bonneville Club as a whole for being the great, friendly, and helpful community that it is.

Can you believe you’ve put up with me for a whole year???

So, without any more of my heartfelt sentimental babble to get in the way, here are some of the first pictures I ever posted of what would become Eleanor; The White Limo, to compare to pictures I took just today.

Enjoy!












Was this car really ever that...stock looking? *dang*...lol

Here are today’s shots:







Front end resprayed and PDR'd




The inspiration for Lucas' siggy quote...



Tinted door reflectors

[PRD2BDF]

Sorry, you lost me at "one year ago..."



































Looks nice.

[SSEiMan01]

I figured I'd lose some people with the long post...Whatever...lol

[2002BonnevilleSE]

I'm not even gonna ask what the petrolum jellys for
Looks good Will

[SSEiMan01]

Ever had a heater hose/rad hose that won't go on easily? Lubrication is essential, Bob. Now get you mind out of the gutter, there isn't enough room for mine!

[2002BonnevilleSE]

Ever had a heater hose/rad hose that won't go on easily? Lubrication is essential, Bob. Now get you mind out of the gutter, there isn't enough room for mine!

LOL

[00Beast]

Happy Bonne-versary Will. Glad we were able to help you out.

[1oldman]

WOW!!!! one fine looking Bonneville! I wouldn't mind owning one like it. - BC

[PRD2BDF]

Made it to "One year ago, I was lucky..."

Reviewing the pictures, I kinda prefer the amber corners over what you have now. But what matters is that you like it.

[SSEiMan01]

Maybe by next year, you'll have my "novel" read...
I didn't like the amber at all, I like the black slightly more than the chrome, but they're pretty close...
Thanks for the compliments!

[yonkerse]

Glad you have joined the forum Will. I know I have sure made lots of friends through the forum as well even though I haven't met that many of you! Something about us guys who have a love for the Bonneville!

In a few months, I will be coming up on my 2 year bonneversary...crazy how fast the time goes!

Ride on and enjoy every mile (and occasionally turn of the wrench) with a smile knowing everyone wants your clean shiny car!! :D

[nos4blood70]

Basically what Eric said.
We're all glad to have you on the forum, and I'm glad to have someone not too far who knows his *shoot* to help me with my ride and teach me new things.
Gotta love the transformation pics!

[wake]

i enjoy working on the limo, i really have to say that leveling kit is working out great now that you emptied your trunk a little!

looks pretty good for almost 60K miles

[SSEiMan01]

i enjoy working on the limo, i really have to say that leveling kit is working out great now that you emptied your trunk a little!

looks pretty good for almost 60K miles

I think that's because your hands don't get dirty working on this car...
The way I''m going it'll be at 60k before year's end...Before our meet for sure...

[repinS]

I'm fast approaching my Bonne-versary also. I can barely believe it!
(edit: HOLY CRAP, IT'S THIS SATURDAY!)

Here's to many more years and miles

[wake]

at Jerrys Edit!

[SSEiMan01]

LMAO...Just noticed that too...Happy Surprise? Bonneversary Jerry!

[gonzo4191]

sob sob sob.....

nice ride....lets race

[SSEiMan01]

Juan, out of the three, chances are I have one as-is that can give a good run, or this one will be able to soon enough.

[samples08]

i like the oil cap where did you get it and how can i get my hands on one?