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Recognizing our gratefulness that a member of the '02 community survived such a potentially devastating wreck; and recognizing that Leif's "beater," the 1976 2002 with VIN 2482248 formerly owned by Rob Herdman, also protected its occupants in two less severe accidents before the collision that ended its usable career, I propose the creation of a new award among the 2002 FAQ community.

This award, the "2482248 Award," shall be given by any board member to any other board member who shows self-sacrificial aid to another '02 enthusiast. It may be bestowed simply by making a post announcing the recipient and relating the circumstances of the award. I would also propose that a photo of Leif's accident be hosted on a page of this site, with an explanation of the reason for naming the award and with the names of recipients posted below.

It seems to me that this would be one small way to honor the spirit of service that has always been a part of the 2002 community and that is exemplified, to the best extent possible by an inanimate object, in the sacrifice of 2482248.

What do you think? Sappy, I know, but these cars got soul!

-Dave

Colorado ’71

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As my newest waits to go to the crusher, perhaps we should extend the award to the remembrance of parts cars as well? One parts car can benefit MANY another car.

-Patrick

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ALDSCF0024.jpg

URL: http://www.zeebuck.com/02bc/index.htm

That car gave it's life to soooo many other 02's. Both my 02's have some of it's parts, Zenon's 73 has the trans, Michael Aeberhardt's 76 has a strut housing, Trevor's tii has the steering column....the list could go on to include all the parts that got sold through the FAQ, and on eBay, to as far away as Brazil, and the UK.

Al

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