Author Topic: Perla..... (Read 7746 times)

BigDon · **on:** May 13, 2011, 02:22:01 am

Graciela is looking for a new home for Perla.....

PM me if interested.

r80rt · **Reply #1 on:** May 13, 2011, 02:36:25 am

I'm sure that's hard for her to do, if I had the cash I'd sure give Perla a good home right here with Rosie. Papa Juan named both of them

BigDon · **Reply #2 on:** May 13, 2011, 02:51:13 am

Yeah...it sxxks...I thought I would say something here fisrt, before i go to FleaBay.

Don

ace.cafe · **Reply #3 on:** May 13, 2011, 03:03:09 am

It's hard for me to even think about it.
I couldn't by Perla.
But, it seems like she should have a special place.

The Garbone · **Reply #4 on:** May 13, 2011, 03:37:19 am

It is hard to put a price on his bike knowing how much he loved it.

If I purchased it I probably would raffle it off with the proceeds going toward cancer research. If I knew how to run a successful raffle.

scoTTy · **Reply #5 on:** May 13, 2011, 03:38:59 am

I could.. and I would keep Perla in perfect condition and ride her when I could knowing Papa Juan was there with me and enjoying the ride

Anon · **Reply #6 on:** May 13, 2011, 05:43:27 am

There's a bike that deserves a good home, if there ever was one.

Eamon

REpozer · **Reply #7 on:** May 13, 2011, 06:12:31 am

I 'm of the impression that Perla is extremely well kept.

Blltrdr · **Reply #8 on:** May 13, 2011, 07:16:39 am

Quote from: Eamon on May 13, 2011, 05:43:27 am

There's a bike that deserves a good home, if there ever was one.

Eamon

I agree! Whomever buys Juan's beautiful bike better have a garage, shed or shop. If not it should have a place inside the house. He kept that bike immaculate. He was Perla's proud papa!

GreenForce82 · **Reply #9 on:** May 13, 2011, 03:31:53 pm

I wish I knew somebody who could buy Perla... I Hope someone here will make a home for her....

1Blackwolf1 · **Reply #10 on:** May 13, 2011, 05:01:44 pm

If I could kick a few of the other fledglings out of the corral I would give her a good home with plenty of premium gas and oil. That's a really beautiful bike.

The Garbone · **Reply #11 on:** May 13, 2011, 05:21:35 pm

Andy · **Reply #12 on:** May 13, 2011, 09:26:47 pm

Oh, my. Stunning.

Have I missed something, though? Reason for sale?

The Garbone · **Reply #13 on:** May 13, 2011, 09:30:58 pm

Cabo passed away due to complications stemming from his cancer treatment.

Andy · **Reply #14 on:** May 13, 2011, 09:38:14 pm

That is very sad. My condolences to all who knew him.

For God's sake, don't fleabay it. May I suggest taking it to a dealer for a consignment sale? Something that beautiful needs to be seen.

GreenMachine · **Reply #15 on:** May 13, 2011, 09:47:48 pm

hopefully someone here can buy it...

BigDon · **Reply #16 on:** May 13, 2011, 10:29:22 pm

Ok ....the bad news guys....

Perla is not running.

Cabo took her in to have a weep at the head fixed and look for a slight rattle....long story short....the bushing apprears to be going in the lower end.

This happened as Cabo started the Chemo......he was thinking FireBall when he got this news from Randy @ British and American his local shop.

Obviously his attention was elsewhere and Randy still has Perla in the shop.

Graciela and Ben (son in law) thought I knew........

So I need to see if they want to sell her as is or put her back together then sell her....

I will let you know.

GreenMachine · **Reply #17 on:** May 13, 2011, 10:40:09 pm

thanks..keep us informed on the progress and what's the bottom line to get it back together and running..cheers

DNash · **Reply #18 on:** May 13, 2011, 10:42:18 pm

Quote from: The Garbone on May 13, 2011, 03:37:19 am

It is hard to put a price on his bike knowing how much he loved it.

If I purchased it I probably would raffle it off with the proceeds going toward cancer research. If I knew how to run a successful raffle.

I think this is brilliant. What if the REA pooled resources to buy Perla, then ran a raffle, with proceeds going to cancer research? Surely the REA could muster the know-how (and, with enough people getting the word out, could probably build up a pretty hefty sum to donate).

single · **Reply #19 on:** May 15, 2011, 05:09:11 am

Pretty sad,aint it?We really put our hearts into one thing or another,die and there it sits.A man's dream,deserted.It is not the machine it is the loss of an individual who had a real life and lived it well.A man without dreams and aspirations on some level leaves not so much behind.Perla is lucky to have had a fine owner and I hope this happens again,but not for the machine.For the respectful memory of our departed friend.

scoTTy · **Reply #20 on:** May 15, 2011, 05:14:38 am

good words Man, I would be proud to have Perla hang out around the rest of my rides in the garage.;

Papa Juan was so very special here and with those at home he loved

Okie Enfield · **Reply #21 on:** May 15, 2011, 06:22:57 am

Guys, I am truly sorry about y'all loosing your friend. While looking at the pictures of Perla on the site and seeing your comments to Cabo about the time and dedication he lavished on the bike, it is obvious that many of you were close to him. More so than just members of the same forum or chat buddies. His responses to all your praise is what touched me the most though. Any time one of you commented on something special he had done to Perla, he thanked you for the compliment and you can tell that your appreciation of his hard work meant allot to him. I wont pretend that I knew him, but even so I mourn his loss because it is obvious that he was one of a kind, much like his beautiful bike. I wish I had met him.

The Garbone · **Reply #22 on:** May 15, 2011, 12:52:00 pm

Quote from: single on May 15, 2011, 05:09:11 am

Pretty sad,aint it?We really put our hearts into one thing or another,die and there it sits.A man's dream,deserted.It is not the machine it is the loss of an individual who had a real life and lived it well.A man without dreams and aspirations on some level leaves not so much behind.Perla is lucky to have had a fine owner and I hope this happens again,but not for the machine.For the respectful memory of our departed friend.

Said better than I could ever hope to...

GreenMachine · **Reply #23 on:** May 15, 2011, 04:28:13 pm

i'm glad you wrote that...i don;t feel like arguing about anything today...i'm feeling sad about our friend and you story made me feel blue....its sunday and i think i'll go on a ride if the weather permits and think about whats important...

single · **Reply #24 on:** May 15, 2011, 05:37:14 pm

Hey,G.M.,life is good.ok? We have our losses and that is for sure but the the sun is always shining somewhere and our turn will come.If you cannot ride,polish.

GreenMachine · **Reply #25 on:** May 15, 2011, 05:55:09 pm

he was always a upbeat guy and the type of guy who seem to be able to look beyond the BS and put a smile on everyone face with his WOWZA Baby...He appeared to be a charming fellow who ruled with a silk glove/the opposite of me...He could disarm me with a few syllables and I would be Happy about it...I would have like to known him in person...i hope his bike stay with someone here on the board or a family member.

BigDon · **Reply #26 on:** May 16, 2011, 11:10:31 pm

Ok

Ben and Grace have decided to sell Perla as is......and not rebuild.

A link to a post about the particulars is below...

http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/AcePerformanceBullets/message/1609

Thanks all

Okie Enfield · **Reply #27 on:** May 17, 2011, 01:37:07 am

Man that price is too low! Even with the work it needs. Well, I hope that one of you guys wind up with it. The pictures of her I'm sure don't do justice.

Some of the earlier ideas were very cool, like a benefit raffle or something.

I'm just saying that for that price, I'd push her down the street flintstone style and still look like a million bucks.

I'm absolutely sure that with the community of friends on here, one of you guys are gonna pick her up and treat her well. When that happens, I would sure like to know where she lands. Would definitely be on my list of things to stop by and see if I was ever riding through.

Andy · **Reply #28 on:** May 17, 2011, 12:42:39 pm

Quote from: Okie Enfield on May 17, 2011, 01:37:07 am

Man that price is too low!

I don't know what that year/model tends to go for down there as a rule, but it does seem low.

The Garbone · **Reply #29 on:** May 17, 2011, 01:47:57 pm

I paid $1500 for my 95' a few years ago but I do think the days of sub $2000 irons are starting to fade, mostly thanks to Ace.

$2000 for that bike is a good deal, I would pick it up but as it is I have a few too many irons in the fire already. Pardon the pun...

kodai · **Reply #30 on:** May 17, 2011, 04:53:16 pm

The Raffle idea sounds good. Maybe Kevin would have an idea as to how to set up.

Kevin Mahoney · **Reply #31 on:** May 17, 2011, 05:39:00 pm

Raffles can get sticky. Mostly because each state has it's own rules about such things. Having said that, the only risk is detection and I would guess this would not raise anyones eyebrows. People do this stuff all of the time.

It would be a violation of forum rules to do it here. If someone online wanted to find a way to sell tickets maybe using PayPal I suppose it could work. Of course if I were to see something here I would have to be fair to all and make a call.

As an aside I am going to be out of the country and away from my computer for the next three weeks and won't be able to check the forum. I sure hope you all behave.

r80rt · **Reply #32 on:** May 17, 2011, 10:32:55 pm

What about chipping in to cover the engine repair, then Graciela could at least get a proper price for Perla. I'd love to be able to help the family out in some way.

BigDon · **Reply #33 on:** May 18, 2011, 01:05:02 am

Quote from: r80rt on May 17, 2011, 10:32:55 pm

What about chipping in to cover the engine repair, then Graciela could at least get a proper price for Perla. I'd love to be able to help the family out in some way.

Hold that thought.....I am trying to work something...If it doesn't work out then that is a great idea.

I should know in a couple of days......

I will post back.....thanks for all the idea's gentlemen...

Don

mbevo1 · **Reply #34 on:** May 18, 2011, 03:13:27 pm

Quote from: r80rt on May 17, 2011, 10:32:55 pm

What about chipping in to cover the engine repair, then Graciela could at least get a proper price for Perla. I'd love to be able to help the family out in some way.

I'd sure be willing to chip in to have Perla "Fireballed"... that would sure increase her marketablility!

Maybe we could have a pledge drive to cover the cost...

Mike and S&S in Michigan

baird4444 · **Reply #35 on:** May 18, 2011, 04:23:11 pm

Quote from: mbevo1 on May 18, 2011, 03:13:27 pm

I'd sure be willing to chip in to have Perla "Fireballed"... that would sure increase her marketablility!

Maybe we could have a pledge drive to cover the cost...
Mike and S&S in Michigan

not to sure about that.... I would think the list of buyers for the redone stock Perla would
be MUCH LONGER than a list of buyers for a fireballed Perla...
we all think about it but there aren't very many fireballs out there...
just think'n outloud... -Mike

REpozer · **Reply #36 on:** May 18, 2011, 04:41:19 pm

Ahh yes, a Perla, beautifully redone stock, with pression USA bearings.

That's the way I'd like to see her too.

r80rt · **Reply #37 on:** May 18, 2011, 05:00:59 pm

Yeah, I think stock would be the way to go, it would make some one a sweet bike for sure.

Blltrdr · **Reply #38 on:** May 19, 2011, 03:33:53 am

Hey redo it with Ace's new bronze bush/Carrillo rod set up along with the European bearings for a bulletproof bottom end. The buyer can then do whatever modifying they want at their leisure.

ace.cafe · **Reply #39 on:** May 19, 2011, 01:32:35 pm

Don and Chumma and I have all been talking about these possibilities, and we're going to try to figure out a plan that will work.

I'm about 99% sure that Perla is going to be sent to Chumma for whatever work has been decided.

500KsGerry · **Reply #40 on:** May 19, 2011, 02:06:01 pm

AWESOME idea. If Chumma is going to help get Perla going for Cabo's family maybe a new thread for possible donations. If this is going to happen please send me a pm with an address to send a little dough. I'm not rich but if many give a little much can be accomplished. We miss Cabo !

GreenMachine · **Reply #41 on:** May 19, 2011, 03:42:49 pm

we wait to see what realms of possibilities awaits perla...

CoachBennett23 · **Reply #42 on:** March 22, 2014, 12:37:12 am

Just tot let you guys know, Perla is in good hands. I have her nestled in my garage when we are not hitting the mountain roads here in Northeast Georgia. It has been great to read all of these posts! I knew she was special, but now I know just how special. Thank you.

redcat · **Reply #43 on:** March 22, 2014, 01:27:17 am

Thanks Coach! I am sure Papa Juan and his wonderful family are resting easy. I cannot do it as well but here goes.... YOOOSAAAAAA!!!!!!

Chuck D · **Reply #44 on:** March 22, 2014, 12:05:00 pm

Papa Juan and Perla are regarded with much affection around here. It's nice to know she found a loving home. Treat her well.

scoTTy · **Reply #45 on:** March 22, 2014, 01:50:31 pm

Good to hear

ace.cafe · **Reply #46 on:** March 22, 2014, 02:00:37 pm

Very happy to hear this news about Perla being in good hands.
Welcome aboard, Coach!

ROVERMAN · **Reply #47 on:** March 22, 2014, 02:45:15 pm

Yeah, what ACE said. And welcome Coach.

boggy · **Reply #48 on:** March 26, 2014, 05:25:55 pm

Awesome news.