Car Debate

 1. Chevrolet - Cavalier

Since my Canadian friend has a Cavalier back in Canada, we consider this choice very briefly.  Noting that his vehicle back in Vancouver has a broken heater and poor traction during rainy weather this isn't really an option.

Mentioning that I've never seen a Chev Cavalier in Seoul, Korea, our Korean friends confirm this vehicle is not sold, leased nor rented in Seoul.  (I avoid mentioning the fact that I've never seen a Chev vehicle in our new country and suspect that it is not imported.)

  2. Ford - Mustang

Driving a Ford Mustang in Vancouver, BC I quickly remind my friend how reliable the car heater is during the winter months and how it has always gotten us to hockey practice on time!   I also mention that the "only" import vehicle we've seen in Seoul since arriving were new Ford Mustangs. 

Since selecting this vehicle requires my cash for rental, my driving responsibility and my autograph... I quietly move to the other options.  (Bullet Mustang Story)

We discuss the Sonata but acknowledge that it does appear to be a "family" oriented vehicle.  It would be great if we could drive something a little more interesting and fun. 

The room goes quiet as we notice how our Korean friend seems to be withholding information...

After another round of beverages, Kyung-Ha confirms that he has a brother-in-law whom owns a Hyundai Tiburon, sports car.!!  We consider the following disadvantages with this vehicle:

• Difficult driving during the winter months
• Heater deficiancies during the cooler temperatures
• Limited room for luggage / tall individuals
• No room for food or beverages

Kyung-Ha then shows us a photo of a red Tiburon sports car from his wallet....

  Icheon Bypass

  Wonju Trek

 

Having driven for two hours, we arrive at a small town called "Wonju".  This town has several small shops and is a perfect place to rest and relax over lunch.   Stopping for Korean barbeque, we enjoy a delicious meal over red-hot coals.   With the added luxury of a  designated driver, my friend and I each drink a bottle of Soju.  

 

We learn that  Wonju, South Korea is paired with Edmonton, Alberta Canada as "Friendship cities".... (Nov 3, 1998)

  Sunrise Bound

 

The cold winds of Wonju appear diminished as we step from a local restaurant, having enjoyed too much food and an abundance of alcohol.   Listening to a new cd compilation of 80's rock music, we sit back, smile and look forward to the next leg of our journey to Kangneung....

 

 

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