[RallySnake]

Russ,

Very well stated letter. I have felt the same way, at times.

I am proud that I was able to meet and talk with Mr. Shelby at a vintage race a few years back. I was not looking for an autograph or anything else, just happy to meet a fellow Texan and shake his hand.

I was impressed, he was open and friendly and very sharp. Considering his age and health problems, he is amazingly active. About a year ago, a good friend of mine was driving to the office in his Corvette, down the 405 Freeway. Carroll pulled up next to him in a Series I car, waved, then took off, leaving him in the dust. Man, I hope I can drive like that when I'm 79, with or without a new heart!

As to all the lawsuit stuff, business is business.

Paul