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Geo Hahn

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Having owned and driven Triumphs since Nixon was in the White House... I am now without one and no longer part of the Triumph world.

My much-enjoyed TR4 that I purchased out of Maui in 2001 now has a new owner here in Tucson.

Only things not included in the sale were a hub puller and an overdrive gearbox, which I will offer separately.

For those who might be concerned: I am fine.

Car owners are like tires... eventually they either wear out or age out. For me it was the latter as I anticipate a future with less of a garage and less of what it takes to maintain a car.

Thanks to all for decades of fun and enlightenment.

Geo
 
Geo -

You've been a HUGE benefit to the world of Triumphs! I hope you'll find the time to visit here often, as your expertise will be missed.

Best to you in all future endeavors!

Mickey
 
Echoing Mickey. Thank You! The good news is your wonderful insight lives in perpetuity thanks to the likes of Basil and this forum. I am amazed how often when looking for a solution to as problem, one of your posts comes up. (I am about to put a diode in my OD circuit, for example.)

Wishing you smooth travels whereever the road takes you.
 
Geo Hahn said:
Having owned and driven Triumphs since Nixon was in the White House... I am now without one and no longer part of the Triumph world.

My much-enjoyed TR4 that I purchased out of Maui in 2001 now has a new owner here in Tucson.

Only things not included in the sale were a hub puller and an overdrive gearbox, which I will offer separately.

For those who might be concerned: I am fine.

Car owners are like tires... eventually they either wear out or age out. For me it was the latter as I anticipate a future with less of a garage and less of what it takes to maintain a car.

Thanks to all for decades of fun and enlightenment.

Geo
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George,
I completely understand since I’m at that point in my life and I’m selling all of my projects followed by the Bugeye and 66 TR4a, aka Desert TR. please stay involved with the forum!
Rut
 
Hard to think of this actually happening. Your insight/advice was always so helpful and well delivered. Makes one pause and consider what personally will trigger the decision. There is a time for everything.
 
I feel I am in the 3rd quarter of life and was late to discover Triumphs. I have enjoyed your comments and great knowledge of Triumphs. I wish you only the best in where ever your new journey takes you. Frank
 
Geo, thanks for the years of advice and other input you gave. When I had a question, I would wait to see what you and Randall had to offer and followed that direction.
Take care of yourself and God bless,

Crankshaft
 
Having owned Triumphs since Kennedy was in the white house, I think this thread is going to generate a lot of traffic as many of us are at an age when it is time to move on. I see the demand for the cars&parts decrease as interest in cars of this era wanes. For many of us they were a connection to our past and a world that no longer exists. Sorry to sound like a "glass half empty guy. I will continue to enjoy my TR6 while I can, but will be mindful that the clock is ticking.
Berry
 
Wow Geo, you are going to be missed more than you realize. You were always quick and spot on with “real answers!”
Unfortunately, you probably reminded a few if us that were pretty close behind you :-(.
 
Hello!
now in the mid 70s and been into cars & trucks all my live, having done some stupid stuff, I’m now feeling the urge to do more…. Spitfires were all my time when the girls were young, then BMW 325/320 as Mgbs … lately tr6 s are inspiring…. I’ve looked at restoration cars but went into a really good driver.. now fixing small stuff is in! Rides with mybwifr on nice days are where it’s at..!
 
Geo, I wish you great joy in the next chapter of your life. Thanks for sharing this chapter with us.
 
Geo, sorry to hear that, I have not been as active on this list the last few years, but you have always been a mainstay of this forum and a great source of information and just generally one of those people that makes this list a good place to hang out and talk cars in general, and Triumphs in particular.

A little sad too, sounds like you are at peace with it, but as mentioned, in the big picture there seem to be a lot of the old British sports car guys and gals aging out of the hobby, many my real world and virtual friends, and not as many to replace them. People love the cars of their youth. I sometimes compare my image of myself in my dashing little sports car, and what I thought of the Model A and pre-war collectors and drivers when I was younger, bunch of old guys driving slow old cars I am moderately interested in just because I like all things mechanical, but would never buy or collect for myself.
 
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George, I have always enjoyed reading your posts. I learned quite a bit from them. I hope you'll still hang out here occasionally.
 
Geo Hahn said:
Having owned and driven Triumphs since Nixon was in the White House... I am now without one and no longer part of the Triumph world.

My much-enjoyed TR4 that I purchased out of Maui in 2001 now has a new owner here in Tucson.

Only things not included in the sale were a hub puller and an overdrive gearbox, which I will offer separately.

For those who might be concerned: I am fine.

Car owners are like tires... eventually they either wear out or age out. For me it was the latter as I anticipate a future with less of a garage and less of what it takes to maintain a car.

Thanks to all for decades of fun and enlightenment.

Geo
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I resemble that remark.... Got my first TR3 in 68, there is always oil on my floor. I only have 2 tr3's now and a Morgan and a Mini
sold the race care last year as a concession to age. The wife wants to sell one of the tr3's
 

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8 years of racing soaks up a lot of spare time. Do have a few cool trophy's and a lot of fond stuff to look back at
Mad dog
 
All the best in your “retirement” … and thanks for the advice during the restoration of my 56. Cheers, Mike
 
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