Think Pink

**Bluecoupe** · 08-03-2015

Originally Posted by Coloviper

Looks like a matte finish. I see Venzano did D'Ann a matching purse too, like he has done for all her custom interior cars

Have fun and be safe everyone!

Nope not hardly a matte finish, actually pink pearl that was gorgeous in the setting sun!! It is a stunner and I would love to see the traffic when D'Ann drives it down the highway! Thanks to Wayne Rauh for allowing us to share that moment with you!

**gpearl** · 08-03-2015

Originally Posted by Austin

I knew I'd catch a lot of flack, but thats what you [edited] like to do; call people out that you have no idea about. And even if what you're saying is true (which it isnt), who[edited] cares? I've been a part of these forums and the Viper community for a lot longer than most of you. [edited] Why is it if someone comes here and has an opinion, its only accounted for if you think you know about what that person owns? Thats why Ive sat back all this time and let you [edited] think what you've wanted because it goes to show that some of you are just complete [edited] and only give credit to someone because of what they own.

I realize I'm going out on a limb here, but this does make you look like one of those emotional types. One of those bitter, loser-like emotional types.

Lighten up Francis.

**SmoknTires** · 08-03-2015

Austin, this isn't the club we're running.

If you're aggravated with people discussing the VIPERS they own on a VIPER site and they're MEMBERS... then maybe this site isn't for you. I'm not sure why you'd get so aggravated with seeing discussion about someone owning a ton of these cars. There's nothing out of place here, certainly nothing that warrants such harsh comments from you. They don't deserve that.

We appreciate Enthusiasts being part of the site, but simply being so overwhelmingly negative isn't what we're about. And contrary to some belief, just because you have an opinion, doesn't MEAN you HAVE to share it (especially when it's insulting, rude, derogatory - and public). Change the tone. In addition, when those lash back in the same way at you - it doesn't feel good does it - the victim mentality immediately sets in and then the fight breaks out. Blows my mind how often things like this happen. And you'll still wonder why. If everyone behaved like that, this would be a horrible place.

I ask the mods to step in as these comments have gone too far and contrary to what we should be allowing.

PS For the record, anyone owning nearly 100 (and they're getting there) Vipers, SHOULD make news - and discussing it here should be FAR from taboo. Only in this day and age can that lead to the hazing... Amazing. They are rockstars living the life they want to live.

**GreenVenom** · 08-03-2015

Austin, the Rauhs are amazing, down to earth, generous and friendly people who just happen to have an amazing collection of Vipers plus other fine automobiles. Actually if it wasn't for them, you most likely wouldn't currently have a Viper Owners Association to come to as an "enthusiast" and post your worthless drivel.

**ViperGeorge** · 08-03-2015

Knowing both Wayne and D'Ann I can tell you that they are truly among the nicest people you will ever want to meet. Sure they are passionate about the Viper but they do not have inflated opinions of themselves. They are just down to Earth really nice people. They enjoy their car collection and they literally drive every one (well except for the last edition Gen 4). D'Ann drives a Viper then tosses the keys in a basket, when all the keys are in the basket she starts over. On one trip right after Wayne had gotten his first Gen 5 (an SRT), he let anyone that cared to drive it, drive it. That helped several people make up their mind about owning a Gen 5, me included. On, the long trips our club have taken with them Wayne washes his own cars just like the rest of us. They carry pet food with them in case D'Ann spots a stray dog or cat in need of a meal and some care. Personally I'm glad they are so passionate about the Viper, it helps the Viper community.

**Austin** · 08-03-2015

We've PM'd Austin... this post was made after said PM...

Austin is taking week vacay......

**swexlin** · 08-03-2015

Originally Posted by 09viperacr

Knowing both Wayne and D'Ann I can tell you that they are truly among the nicest people you will ever want to meet. Sure they are passionate about the Viper but they do not have inflated opinions of themselves. They are just down to Earth really nice people. They enjoy their car collection and they literally drive every one (well except for the last edition Gen 4). D'Ann drives a Viper then tosses the keys in a basket, when all the keys are in the basket she starts over. On one trip right after Wayne had gotten his first Gen 5 (an SRT), he let anyone that cared to drive it, drive it. That helped several people make up their mind about owning a Gen 5, me included. On, the long trips our club have taken with them Wayne washes his own cars just like the rest of us. They carry pet food with them in case D'Ann spots a stray dog or cat in need of a meal and some care. Personally I'm glad they are so passionate about the Viper, it helps the Viper community.

That's some good people there. Especially the stray animals part. I 've never met them, but like them already!

**Leslie** · 08-03-2015

They are an amazing couple, very caring... I enjoy seeing their passion for Vipers!

**Troublemaker** · 08-03-2015

Is Austin the first to get clobbered with the ban stick? I know a pink Viper isn't everyone's cup of tea, but aren't these insults being thrown at the people that fronted to money to create this club? As much as that doesn't put them above being insulted, it should at least garner a little extra respect.

**Viper Girl** · 08-03-2015

Originally Posted by Troublemaker

Is Austin the first to get clobbered with the ban stick? I know a pink Viper isn't everyone's cup of tea, but aren't these insults being thrown at the people that fronted to money to create this club? As much as that doesn't put them above being insulted, it should at least garner a little extra respect.

No Austin isn't the first to sit for a week.

Seriously this had nothing to do with Pink Vipers or The Rauh's...
This action was discussed and was about personal attacks and the language used pointed at forum members. Nothing more, nothing less...

**vegasgtr** · 08-04-2015

I don't know this Austin guy or his wife(seem like true viper fans).When you post on an open forum , you might hear OPINIONS that you don't like or agree and some that will agree. You have to have a tough skin. Whether you have 100 vipers or 1, the pink is a unique on a brutal/raw car and is a tough sell... Pink on a VW bug or Jetta is ok ... viper...ehhh...not so much

**commandomatt** · 08-04-2015

This goes to show how powerful the 1 of 1 program really is. Its pretty amazing that a factory production car can be ordered like this. There are no limits and you have to love that approach

As we all knew, there would be some questionable combinations but if that's what the owner wants, more power to them. The Viper has never been about fitting in and conformation but rather about making a stand and being unique

I have a neighbor that has a Yellow Mustang with Pink stripes........now that one hurts your eyes a bit

**gfviperman** · 08-04-2015

Car spent last night in Amarillo on the way home.

What a sight!!!

Interior!!! WOW!!!!

**Dusty1** · 08-05-2015

Believe it or not that car will fit in perfectly in their collection. Is it over the top a bit? Yes, but in a cool sort of way. I doubt it gets driven all that much due to the special nature of the paint, but believe you me it will be driven some. If you get the opportunity to see them all you really need to take the time and go through their warehouses of cars. Great collection and salt of the earth folks. Got to spend the evening with Tony and his wife that does the wild interiors and really had a great time. This trip was wonderful and getting to know the folks behind so much of this work made for a great nine day trip for those of us from Houston. Had several dinners with John Gasman and his lovely wife as well. Looking forward to hooking up with most of these folks again as part of NVE2!!!

Richard