Why do people in Houston always want to race me?

A_FIVE-O · 02-25-2011, 09:04 PM

I really don't get why these fools that drive slower cars want to flex on me every time I am in Houston. This never happens to me in San Antonio or Laredo. This afternoon on I-45 going north by BMW North this blacked out Dodge Nitro R/T was on my bumper and then pulled next to me and gunned it. Just now after dinner, this guy in a red Mazda 3, too dark to tell if it was a MazdaSpeed 3 rev'ed his engine and paced next to me on the feeder road. Why even try it when you know you don't have a chance? Right before I just got home I drove up next to a yellow lambo with plates that said "KILLRB" and I didn't even think about it, because I know I would get smoked. So please people, why why do these fools in Houston do it? LOL!!!

tinpot · 02-26-2011, 01:46 AM

Happens to me all the time

I hate that my M is my DD since some idiot wants to race me on a daily basis.

Some recent incidents: A couple of weeks ago bikes were pulling up next to me on 610 and accelerating on one wheel; an Audi R8 V10 thought it'd be a good idea to race me on San Felipe even though I was doing 30 with my dad in the car; I got tailgated last weekend all the way down 45 to Nasa 1 by some kids that wanted to race.

I've come to the realization that ignoring these idiots is the best thing to do since their irritation level just rises! Now, when a lambo pulls up next to you you've just gotta floor it and hope for the best

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Originally Posted by A_FIVE-O

I really don't get why these fools that drive slower cars want to flex on me every time I am in Houston. This never happens to me in San Antonio or Laredo. This afternoon on I-45 going north by BMW North this blacked out Dodge Nitro R/T was on my bumper and then pulled next to me and gunned it. Just now after dinner, this guy in a red Mazda 3, too dark to tell if it was a MazdaSpeed 3 rev'ed his engine and paced next to me on the feeder road. Why even try it when you know you don't have a chance? Right before I just got home I drove up next to a yellow lambo with plates that said "KILLRB" and I didn't even think about it, because I know I would get smoked. So please people, why why do these fools in Houston do it? LOL!!!

mrkhanna16 · 02-26-2011, 02:51 AM

They just want to see your car in action. I get excited when I see a ferrari or lambo, but for some people a m3 is their lambo. Just give them a lil taste.

///M Ryder · 02-26-2011, 12:52 PM

I'm glad to know it's not just me. I happened on a regular when I was in the 650i and now it's just beyond control. I agree with a earlier statement.....they just want to see your car in action. I had a fool about a hour ago in a red G37 wait for me to move over one lane before he speeds by......now we were on crowded ass hwy 6. I also think some of them want to say they out paced a ///M3 to justify the why they didn't buy one..........yeah right...........Phil

JC919 · 02-26-2011, 01:11 PM

Never experienced this

KIS · 02-26-2011, 10:24 PM

I'm usually driving so fast I don't notice anyone trying to keep up with me, let alone race me.

tinpot · 02-26-2011, 11:35 PM

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Originally Posted by KIS

I'm usually driving so fast I don't notice anyone trying to keep up with me, let alone race me.

I guess this is a novel way to avoid the op's issue!

UA · 02-27-2011, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mrkhanna16

They just want to see your car in action. I get excited when I see a ferrari or lambo, but for some people a m3 is their lambo. Just give them a lil taste.

+1

Suprane · 02-27-2011, 06:47 AM

Don't feel alone. Happens to me twice a week. As great as the M3 is, its also a "dick" magnet.

TxFeatFan · 02-28-2011, 07:04 AM

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Originally Posted by mrkhanna16

They just want to see your car in action. I get excited when I see a ferrari or lambo, but for some people a m3 is their lambo. Just give them a lil taste.

+2

xsilvor · 02-28-2011, 07:37 AM

I haven't had anyone try to race me. I've had a few people pull up to me, give a nod, and then give it a little gas, though. Its happened with a gorgeous late 60s Mustang, a Testarossa, and a brand new, temp-tagged GT3 (on Eldridge, black on black, carbon brakes, matching yellow dials.. lol) in the last week or so. Its always been safe, and its been definitely not an issue with me.

And damn... that mustang is louuddddd.

templarklimek · 03-17-2011, 05:19 PM

Me too, a few weeks ago a toyota scion 2dr on I10 west tried to race me several times. HE WAS ON A DONUT SPARE. Out of concern for public safety I slowed down to keep him from killing somone. Never engaging him at all.

In the higher end of gene pool I got into a SAFE cat and mouse with a Diablo one night on the toll road. Both of us knowing these are powerful cars kept it in check. I always stayed behind him to show respect that his car was faster. Responsible fun.

02-25-2011, 09:04 PM	#1
A_FIVE-O Poor Man's M3 4 Rep 51 Posts Drives: E90 M3 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (4)	Why do people in Houston always want to race me? I really don't get why these fools that drive slower cars want to flex on me every time I am in Houston. This never happens to me in San Antonio or Laredo. This afternoon on I-45 going north by BMW North this blacked out Dodge Nitro R/T was on my bumper and then pulled next to me and gunned it. Just now after dinner, this guy in a red Mazda 3, too dark to tell if it was a MazdaSpeed 3 rev'ed his engine and paced next to me on the feeder road. Why even try it when you know you don't have a chance? Right before I just got home I drove up next to a yellow lambo with plates that said "KILLRB" and I didn't even think about it, because I know I would get smoked. So please people, why why do these fools in Houston do it? LOL!!!
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02-26-2011, 02:51 AM	#3
mrkhanna16 Captain 74 Rep 974 Posts Drives: E92 M3 SSII/Fox Red ZCP DCT Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: LA iTrader: (3) Garage List 2011 BMW M3 [0.00]	They just want to see your car in action. I get excited when I see a ferrari or lambo, but for some people a m3 is their lambo. Just give them a lil taste. __________________ E92 M3 SSII/Fox Red, DCT, ZCP past rides-IS350, E92 335i
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///M Ryder Grown Azz Man 429 Rep 3,021 Posts Drives: GT4 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Texas iTrader: (8)	I'm glad to know it's not just me. I happened on a regular when I was in the 650i and now it's just beyond control. I agree with a earlier statement.....they just want to see your car in action. I had a fool about a hour ago in a red G37 wait for me to move over one lane before he speeds by......now we were on crowded ass hwy 6. I also think some of them want to say they out paced a ///M3 to justify the why they didn't buy one..........yeah right...........Phil __________________ 2016 GT4.....Sapphire Blue Metallic, Platinum stitch Leather/Alcantara interior, Carbon Fiber Trim, PCM w/Nav, Guards Red Belts, 2 Zone Climate, Sport Chrono, LWB, Smokers Pack, Big Gas Tank, Light Design Pack, Bi-Xenon w/PDL, Auto Dim Mirror, Clear Side Markers, GTS Clear Taillights
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JC919 Lieutenant Colonel 72 Rep 1,803 Posts Drives: CSL Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Aberdeen, Scotland iTrader: (0)	Never experienced this __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] 2007 GT3 Clubsport w/CGT buckets in Scotland 2003 CSL, SG, Alcon BBK SOLD 2002 M5, SSII/Blk and bone stock. In storage back home in TX 2008 M3, AW/Blk 6MT, lots of track stuff SOLD
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KIS Lieutenant 38 Rep 543 Posts Drives: 2015 Jaguar F Type R Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (0)	I'm usually driving so fast I don't notice anyone trying to keep up with me, let alone race me.
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Suprane Second Lieutenant 4 Rep 280 Posts Drives: 09 M3 E90 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Big D iTrader: (0)	Don't feel alone. Happens to me twice a week. As great as the M3 is, its also a "dick" magnet. __________________ 09 E90 M3 DCT SSII Carbon Blk, Eisenmann Sport, RAC 19"RG63 on 255/275 UltracS, Dark Sidemkrs/Reflectrs/Grills, BMC Filter, LUX H8 V3 LEDs, V1 H/W, Ultimate Pedals & 30% Tint
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02-28-2011, 07:37 AM	#11
xsilvor Captain 67 Rep 992 Posts Drives: M5 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston, TX iTrader: (2)	I haven't had anyone try to race me. I've had a few people pull up to me, give a nod, and then give it a little gas, though. Its happened with a gorgeous late 60s Mustang, a Testarossa, and a brand new, temp-tagged GT3 (on Eldridge, black on black, carbon brakes, matching yellow dials.. lol) in the last week or so. Its always been safe, and its been definitely not an issue with me. And damn... that mustang is louuddddd. __________________ 2015 F10 M5 DCT 2015 F82 M4 DCT (Sold) 2011 E92 M3 DCT (Sold) - Silverstone II.Black/Gray.Carbon/DINAN 2008 E92 M3 DCT (RIP) - Jet Black.Black.Carbon Dinan, Wheels & Accessories for Sale
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templarklimek templarklimek 142 Rep 868 Posts Drives: 15' X6M, 12' R8 V10, Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Houston Texas iTrader: (0)	Me too, a few weeks ago a toyota scion 2dr on I10 west tried to race me several times. HE WAS ON A DONUT SPARE. Out of concern for public safety I slowed down to keep him from killing somone. Never engaging him at all. In the higher end of gene pool I got into a SAFE cat and mouse with a Diablo one night on the toll road. Both of us knowing these are powerful cars kept it in check. I always stayed behind him to show respect that his car was faster. Responsible fun.
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