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Automotive artist with an unusual request

My name is Del Swanson and I'm losing my brother-in-law to Cancer. We are a car family with mostly old Fords ranging from 1937 to 1967. We respect and understand old cars and hot rods. Mike, my brother-in-law, has always loved Cobras and wanted to build one someday.
I'm asking that someone would let Mike drive his or her Cobra. I know that is a lot to ask from a complete stranger, but Mike is one of the best human beings I've ever met. If someone will let mike drive their Cobra, I will do a cartoon illustration of their car. To see my work, check out http://swansonartworks.blogspot.com.
Mike is running out of time at 51 years of age with only about a month left to be with us. I'm doing this as a suprise because I don't want to get his hopes up if no one is willing to do this for him. We live in the Milwaukee, WI area.I know this is a traditional site, but if you know anyone who owns a Cobra, Please contact me at delswanson@wi.rr.com or 1-414-813-7947

Thank you from all of his family, Del Swanson

Moderators, I apologize if this is in the wrong place. If it is, please move it. ​

 

Del, I don't have a Cobra and I'm thousands of miles away. I feel your pain brother and wish I could help. If I could, I most certainly would. About all I can do is give you a bump.

 

A good friend of mine has one, here in kansas city MO.....Under the circumstances, I am sure he would be willing to let him drive it, But we are kinda a ways apart. If you don't find anything closer to you, And want to travel to KC let me know and i will talk it over with him.
Surely one of our members closer to you has one or knows of one that can make this happen for you.....

 

I'll call you tomorrow, Del. Got your message...finally.

So sorry to hear about your Brother in law.

 

hopeing this works out for you

 

Hey, Del;

Another avenue to try, is: http://www.saac.com .

There are some big hearted folks there, & like everywhere else, equally big-talking-asses.

I'd drop a line to the webmaster, explaining what you'd like, & also to Rick Kopec. He may be able to help. (At the very least, it's make a very good story for their club mag).

I used to be a member for quite a few years, until they unapologeticly priced me out of the club, due to a change in their business model. Works for them, not me. .

Hope someone can help. It'll be quite a ride.

Marcus...

 

Thank you everyone!

 

Del, I am so sorry to hear about your brother in law. I wish I knew someone locally that had a Cobra. I hope you find someone, buddy!

 

Hey, Del;

If you can find someone to help the 2 of you out, sure would like to hear about it, & maybe see some footage. Bet your bil will have a smile, that will *never* leave. & that'd be nice.

Marcus...

 

Bump for Del's B-I-L.

 

Thanks guys, I have a possible lead so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it happens before he's too weak.

 

Don't know anyone in your area, however, check around for exotic car rentals in your area. My boss just did this a few months back. Rented a cobra for the day for her husband. They had corvettes, lamborghini's etc... for rent as well.

Just a thought, best wishes for your family.

 

Try the Make A Wish Foundation. They can probably help.

 

Back to the top and I hope it works out for you and your friend. My thoughts and prayers.

 

Bump for this guy

 

Hey Del.

Prayers for Mike as he struggles with this sickness. I hope someone local can help you out.

It is cool that you are doing what you can for Mike. What a difficult thing for anyone to fight.

Keep us updated!

 

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Try these folks
http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2012...tients-lift-with-exotic-cars/?test=latestnews