Calling a Convertible a ‘Vert’ - Page 5

The Zebra · 10-15-2023, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by CHASLT1

I never had a vert bert.

For cert, Curt

CalgaryZL1 · 10-15-2023, 06:29 PM

Technically, it’s an “ible” it’s able to convert

ZED SLED · 10-16-2023, 06:47 AM

I've Owned a Pont Trans AM, a Pont Grand Prix, and a Pont Grand AM

Gunkk · 10-16-2023, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by The Zebra

For cert, Curt

Give one a go, Joe!

90503 · 10-16-2023, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Gunkk

Give one a go, Joe!

AZCamaroFan · 10-16-2023, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by jamala00

Personally I never heard the shortened term "Vert" until I joined this forum. I agree with you OP that it sounds tacky. I don't care what people refer to it as, it would never get under my skin or anything, but ya... it sounds lazy and tacky. But... as someone else mentioned, with texting, social media...etc... seems everyone shortens everything.

I have family that when they text me and refer to their spouse the type "R" or "D"... (Richard or Dorothy)... now that is truly just lazy. Especially when you type a text and you type the first couple letters the suggested and frequently used words are selectable. If you are truly just that lazy then just use the damb talk to text feature...

same with me, never heard it, and that goes for 'maro' too.

dfwcowboy · 10-16-2023, 10:15 AM

I generally go the other way. I refer to my wife as my “first wife” when introducing her.

WhiteMale · 10-16-2023, 10:17 AM

Try Current Wife and report back to us.

Curr · 10-16-2023, 11:27 AM

I have a cab now, totally different than my vert was.

ctrlz · 10-16-2023, 01:08 PM

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Originally Posted by The Zebra

Some forum members here refer to their Convertible...

Wait...
Multiple forum members share ownership of a single convertible???
Could not get past this, so not sure what this thread is about

And you think you have peeves...

WhyUMad1LE · 10-16-2023, 04:30 PM

Son you’re on an online car forum. Let’s not act like any of us are cool here.

Why do you say Olds instead of Oldsmobile?

crysalis_01 · 10-16-2023, 05:24 PM

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Originally Posted by jamala00

I think the difference is that Vette to my knowledge as long as I can remember has always been the acceptable "shortened" name for Corvette. However "Vert" is just being lazy while typing. It's a made up word on forums so you don't have to type out Convertible. At least I have never heard anyone refer to their Convertible outside this forum as a Vert. But I hear everyone that owns a Corvette outside the forums refer to their car as a Vette.

Go on Google and ask "What is a Vette". Then ask Google "What is a "Vert". One you get the "Shortened name for Corvette" The other you get a vegetation bearing green leaves. As mentioned earlier.. Vert is just being lazy typing on a forum...

Man, do I have some bad news for you about, well. . . ALL words.

The Zebra · 10-16-2023, 05:26 PM

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Originally Posted by WhyUMad1LE

Son you’re on an online car forum. Let’s not act like any of us are cool here.

Why do you say Olds instead of Oldsmobile?

Olds is cool. The V word is not.

90503 · 10-16-2023, 06:00 PM

"Vert" just doesn't sound very flattering or complimentary. Shortened proper names like Olds and Vette have passed the test of time and have no negative or cheap connotation.

"Why'd you buy a 'vert?" (Sounds somewhat pejorative)...

"Why'd you buy a convertible?" (A little more positive and complimentary). Rag-top, drop top, and others seem to be simply a little more whimsical and good-natured and roll off the tongue easier...

When pressed for space, like on one's Avatar, if the owner is ok with 'vert, it's his call.

Just a thought....

10-16-2023, 06:47 AM	#59
ZED SLED Drives: 2017 Mosaic Bk ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: South of Raleigh, NC Posts: 9,477 View My Garage	I've Owned a Pont Trans AM, a Pont Grand Prix, and a Pont Grand AM __________________

10-16-2023, 11:27 AM	#65
Curr Probably doesn't like you Drives: 2022 WCT ZL1 M6 Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Boston-ish Posts: 1,252	I have a cab now, totally different than my vert was. __________________ I hope the 6th gen Camaro has a melodious horn trumpet. I'll tootel it at the ladies, yelling out "Hi hi." - RenegadeXR كافر ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ железобетонное очко Quod gratis asseritur, gratis negatur. There is an unequal amount of good and bad in most things, the trick is to work out the ratio and act accordingly.

10-15-2023, 06:29 PM	#58
CalgaryZL1 Drives: 2020 Chevy Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Apr 2023 Location: Calgary Canada Posts: 1,483	Technically, it’s an “ible” it’s able to convert

10-16-2023, 10:15 AM	#63
dfwcowboy Drives: 2024 ZL1 M6, 1969 Cessna Skylane Join Date: Jun 2018 Location: Dallas Posts: 368	I generally go the other way. I refer to my wife as my “first wife” when introducing her.

10-16-2023, 10:17 AM	#64
WhiteMale Drives: 23 ZL1 A10 Rapid Blue Join Date: Aug 2020 Location: MO Posts: 1,992	Try Current Wife and report back to us.

10-16-2023, 04:30 PM	#67
WhyUMad1LE Drives: 17 SS 1LE Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Houston Posts: 1,920	Son you’re on an online car forum. Let’s not act like any of us are cool here. Why do you say Olds instead of Oldsmobile?

10-16-2023, 06:00 PM	#70
90503 Drives: 2011 2SS/RS LS3 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 14,428	"Vert" just doesn't sound very flattering or complimentary. Shortened proper names like Olds and Vette have passed the test of time and have no negative or cheap connotation. "Why'd you buy a 'vert?" (Sounds somewhat pejorative)... "Why'd you buy a convertible?" (A little more positive and complimentary). Rag-top, drop top, and others seem to be simply a little more whimsical and good-natured and roll off the tongue easier... When pressed for space, like on one's Avatar, if the owner is ok with 'vert, it's his call. Just a thought....

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