[vincesanity82]

One thing that hasn't changed, though, is Tony Stewart's contract status. Joe Gibbs Racing officials had hoped to extend Stewart's contract beyond 2009 before the move to Toyota became official. Stewart has said since last year that he's not interested in such talks yet. He wants to focus on racing. How well the Toyota performs will play a role in what Stewart decides. "It's obviously a lot easier to sit back and wait and see what happens and see what direction things go," Stewart said. "But if seeing what we've done so far is any indication, I think they've done a great job already." -- Virginian-Pilot

Expectations growing for Junior, Stewart | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

[bears9]

If Stewart doesn't stay with Gibbs it could be good for NASCAR. Some fans view him as a gold old American driver. But now he is driving a foreign car. I could be better for the sport if he goes it to Childless or some where like that to drive a Chevy or Ford.

[jks812]

Maybe he just figures he still has 2 years left on this contract and there's plenty of time to worry about a new contract after this coming season.

[Bob Tanner]

Gee. One month ago today I made the following prediction:
"Tony Stewart Soap Opera
Tony will delay and delay signing a new contract. Finally, he'll agree to running a part time schedule in 2009 or he'll just leave NA__AR altogether. Reason: What does he have yet to accomplish? Plus his public embarrassment after the spring Phoenix race when he called out NA_+AR on their phony cautions still weights on him. His "sit in the booth to see how things were really done was a humiliation tactic only. I think Tony is ready to runs some big Cup races, run a lot of IRL (IRL needs a name driver and will probably kiss Tony's rather sizable posterior in order to get him) and manage his race tracks."

I think I'll stand by it for awhile.

[Phils20]

Originally Posted by Bob Tanner

Gee. One month ago today I made the following prediction:
"Tony Stewart Soap Opera
Tony will delay and delay signing a new contract. Finally, he'll agree to running a part time schedule in 2009 or he'll just leave NA__AR altogether. Reason: What does he have yet to accomplish? Plus his public embarrassment after the spring Phoenix race when he called out NA_+AR on their phony cautions still weights on him. His "sit in the booth to see how things were really done was a humiliation tactic only. I think Tony is ready to runs some big Cup races, run a lot of IRL (IRL needs a name driver and will probably kiss Tony's rather sizable posterior in order to get him) and manage his race tracks."

I think I'll stand by it for awhile.

I'm still hopeful he will sign with Childress, but I'm not holding my breath!

[Quality88]

I knew they hadn't got him to sign an extension. I had heard scuttlebutt he wasn't happy with the switch to Yota. We'll soon see I believe.

[The Dude]

Originally Posted by Quality88

I knew they hadn't got him to sign an extension. I had heard scuttlebutt he wasn't happy with the switch to Yota. We'll soon see I believe.

I think more then anything he thought that Toyota wouldn't be competitive. I think if they show that they'll be up front and putting out cars that can make it to victory lane, then Tony'll stay.

[LSC9901]

The Toyota situation is yet to play itself out. Since he hasn't ran a race in the Toyota it is really hard to say how he will truly react to them. Now if 2008 is a banner year his value will have increased. Why sign now if there is a chance that it could be higher. If it isn't a good year then maybe the part time deal will become a reality or he could leave the sport. Time will tell.

[wingkey1]

Should Cup competition still hold his interest in the future (seems a bit in question), the interest in extension with Gibbs will likely have a bit to do with their success with the Toyo.

Headlight decals on the 20 Toyo got our attention. Pix of the other manufacturers show headlight decals that are quite "pedestrian". The Toyos have that - "I'm gonna rip off your head and crap down your neck" - attitude.

[LSC9901]

Originally Posted by wingkey1

Should Cup competition still hold his interest in the future (seems a bit in question), the interest in extension with Gibbs will likely have a bit to do with their success with the Toyo.

Headlight decals on the 20 Toyo got our attention. Pix of the other manufacturers show headlight decals that are quite "pedestrian". The Toyos have that - "I'm gonna rip off your head and crap down your neck" - attitude.

If I recall correctly that is more the Tony attitude than it is Toyo.

[oncea3fan]

kinda looks like a japanese face

if that a true picture of the nose and no a photo chop(car is all orange). it does look good. now if they drop that damn wing and put on a spoiler we all be happy....uh um ......er!

[Bob Tanner]

I STILL think that the fact he's driving a Toyota plays into the matter only as far as how it might affect his deal with GM and his sprint car program. Until proven wrong, I maintain that Tony is just flat fed up with NA__AR and it's inflated bureaucratic and capricious rule making and enforcement policies.

It's not about manufacturers, it's not about competition and it isn't about money. With Tony I think it's about "face" and honour.

BTW, Lilsexy... if you any influence with your boy, please tell him to GET A DAMN HAIRCUT! He's starting to look like Joe Sh*t, the Rag Man, and his appearance is more fitting a skid row gutter than Victory Lane.

Sonny Crocket made the look work on Miami Vice; with Tony, he just looks like a chubby little bum who might be holding a sign, "Will Drive Fast For Money."

[3fanforever]

Sometimes I think Tony Stewart is driving in the wrong era. He should be back racing with the Alabama Gang.

[Bob Tanner]

Originally Posted by 3fanforever

Sometimes I think Tony Stewart is driving in the wrong era. He should be back racing with the Alabama Gang.

Trust me, Bobby and Donnie, Red Farmer, Neil Bonnet and Dave Mader II NEVER, on their worst day, looked as scruffy as Tony does in the photo in today's Mobile Fishwrapper. He looks like an indigent in line for food at the Salvation Army wearing an orange and black jump suit.

[3fanforever]

Originally Posted by Bob Tanner

Trust me, Bobby and Donnie, Red Farmer, Neil Bonnet and Dave Mader II NEVER, on their worst day, looked as scruffy as Tony does in the photo in today's Mobile Fishwrapper. He looks like an indigent in line for food at the Salvation Army wearing an orange and black jump suit.

I sure do agree with you on that! But I wasn't really talking about his appearance. I was thinking about your statement on how Tony is probably "fed up with NASCAR and it's inflated bureaucratic and capricious rule making and enforcement policies." I should have put that in quotes. My bad.