Speedblue, Yes KCMO is a great place to live, you can be in the country in minutes. But, like all big cities, the gov always trys to find ways to scr-w you.
The dealer, Engles Motors,featured in that Torque article are great. I've been doing business with them since to 60s. They sell BMW & Triumph and have a great crew. I always feel bad hearing members' dealer complaints, they haven't experienced the joy of doing business with Engles Motors.

Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats. H. L. Mencken