Calling a Convertible a ‘Vert’ - Page 6

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by 90503

"Vert" just doesn't sound very flattering or complimentary. Shortened proper names like Olds and Vette have passed the test of time and have no negative or cheap connotation.

"Why'd you buy a 'vert?" (Sounds somewhat pejorative)...

"Why'd you buy a convertible?" (A little more positive and complimentary). Rag-top, drop top, and others seem to be simply a little more whimsical and good-natured and roll off the tongue easier...

When pressed for space, like on one's Avatar, if the owner is ok with 'vert, it's his call.

Just a thought....

Or just type Conv. It's his call whether he wants to sound sharp or not.

VanillaGorrila · 10-16-2023, 08:16 PM

LOL some boomer doesn't like the word "vert" and actually made a post on a forum about it.

"Never go full retard"

arpad_m · 10-16-2023, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by VanillaGorrila

LOL some boomer doesn't like the word "vert" and actually made a post on a forum about it.

"Never go full retard"

You forgot to say you'd show yourself out.

VanillaGorrila · 10-16-2023, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

You forgot to say you'd show yourself out.

You would*

dont want to upset grandpa with the "olds"

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 08:26 PM

[QUOTE=VanillaGorrila;11369742]LOL some boomer doesn't like the word "vert" and actually made a post on a forum about it.

And it's at 6 pages of replies and counting

VanillaGorrila · 10-16-2023, 08:32 PM

[QUOTE=The Zebra;11369758]

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Originally Posted by VanillaGorrila

LOL some boomer doesn't like the word "vert" and actually made a post on a forum about it.

And it's at 6 pages of replies and counting

Huge accomplishment! lol

btw is a 1969 Oldsmobile not a '69 Olds... stop trying to sound cool buddy

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 08:35 PM

[QUOTE=VanillaGorrila;11369763]

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Originally Posted by The Zebra

Huge accomplishment! lol

btw is a 1969 Oldsmobile not a '69 Olds... stop trying to sound cool buddy

lol

Odabo · 10-16-2023, 08:40 PM

I haven't been on the forum much in the past 2 weeks recovering from shoulder surgery. This discussion has been one of the most entertaining ones in a while. You guys are a riot! I'll admit I never heard the term 'vert' until I joined the forum. I have a coupe so I can honestly say, I am not offended by term though I probably would never use it in mixed company (i.e. outside this great forum).

Thanks for making the should pain bearable since I cannot drive my baby for another 4 weeks.

jamala00 · 10-16-2023, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Odabo

I haven't been on the forum much in the past 2 weeks recovering from shoulder surgery. This discussion has been one of the most entertaining ones in a while. You guys are a riot! I'll admit I never heard the term 'vert' until I joined the forum. I have a coupe so I can honestly say, I am not offended by term though I probably would never use it in mixed company (i.e. outside this great forum).

Thanks for making the should pain bearable since I cannot drive my baby for another 4 weeks.

Hope you're healing well. I had shoulder surgery a couple years ago. Rotator Cuff and Bicep Tendon. It was a long recovery. I agree, this thread has been some good banter...lol.

Yep, if you substitute "Vert" for "Rag Top", you just don't get the same country twang...

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Odabo

I haven't been on the forum much in the past 2 weeks recovering from shoulder surgery. This discussion has been one of the most entertaining ones in a while. You guys are a riot! I'll admit I never heard the term 'vert' until I joined the forum. I have a coupe so I can honestly say, I am not offended by term though I probably would never use it in mixed company (i.e. outside this great forum).

Thanks for making the should pain bearable since I cannot drive my baby for another 4 weeks.

Hope your recovery is going well, Odabo. It's nice to have a little fun on this forum, isn't it?

VanillaGorrila · 10-16-2023, 09:47 PM

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Originally Posted by The Zebra

Hope your recovery is going well, Odabo. It's nice to have a little fun on this forum, isn't it?

****It is nice to have a little fun on this forum, is it not?

Fixed that for you. Not all of us are cool guys that can understand such lingo

RamAir02 · 10-16-2023, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by VanillaGorrila

****It is nice to have a little fun on this forum, is it not?

Fixed that for you. Not all of us are cool guys that can understand such lingo

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 09:57 PM

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Originally Posted by VanillaGorrila

****It is nice to have a little fun on this forum, is it not?

Fixed that for you. Not all of us are cool guys that can understand such lingo

still here?

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by arpad_m

You forgot to say you'd show yourself out.

Good one Arpad, but I think he actually likes it here

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The Zebra Drives: '24 ZL1 A10, '70 Olds 442 W-30 Join Date: Sep 2023 Location: NV Posts: 173	[QUOTE=VanillaGorrila;11369742]LOL some boomer doesn't like the word "vert" and actually made a post on a forum about it. And it's at 6 pages of replies and counting

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