Of course he comes off as cocky, HE'S 16!!! I was a cocky SOB at 16 too. He's pumped up about driving, just like I was. He prolly drives like a complete maniac, just like I did. I hope he doesn't kill himeself or someone else, I miraculously didn't. When I was a teenager I drifted around every corner, did endless lawn jobs, ditched out cops and was basically just an adrenaline junkie behind the wheel. Driving came naturally to me too and I pushed every car I had to the limits. Now I drive like my parents. I miss the adrenaline rush I used to get but I'm a bit older and wiser. When things settle down for me I'm thinking about trying autox to try to recapture some of that fun in a safe setting. I'm worried about the cones though, I just don't think I'll be able to follow the course.