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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 12:07 PM
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Hi guys. So Monday I finally did it... I picked up a 1972 convertible and joined the ranks of Corvette owners. From when I was a baby, among the first things I would say are the makes and models of all the cars as my mom pushed me along in a stroller. I've been a Corvette fan my whole life, and even though I'm young, had the ability to pick one up! Complete frame off restoration a few years back... factory air, power steering, power brakes.

First things I want to do? Get the steering box looked at, and make sure the A/C is well-charged. Other than that, this puppy is get-up-and-go ready to rock.

Thanks for some of the guys here who gave me a word or two of advice along the way. I owe at least one of you a drive-by and cup of coffee.

Of course, my wife got the first sit-down in the driver's seat after the car got home.
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 12:13 PM
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 12:57 PM
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Congrats! Looks like a beauty!
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 01:14 PM
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What a beautiful car!! Congratulations!
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 01:49 PM
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You mean the scuff mark on the spare tire cover wasn't a deal breaker?? lol. Kidding of course. That is about as nice as they get. Enjoy!!
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 02:00 PM
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Nice!!!!!
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 04:20 PM
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A red Corvette roadster, what not to like?

Congratulations!
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 05:06 PM
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Helluva car, looks superb!! The underside is cleaner then my ktichen table.
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 05:09 PM
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Old Aug 1, 2018 | 06:04 PM
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Very nice. Congrats!
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 01:13 AM
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Very nice Vette, enjoy.
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 06:29 AM
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Not just red but Red/Red, nice!!
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 09:14 AM
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Very cool Welcome to the club!
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 07:25 PM
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And they say the young guys aren't in to these old cars! Welcome to this hobby. It's in your blood now.
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Old Aug 2, 2018 | 08:40 PM
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W
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Congratulations. You have one beautiful ‘72. Enjoy!
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 05:25 AM
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sweet !
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 08:10 AM
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Good looking car! Congrats!
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 12:50 PM
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Looks great
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 02:58 PM
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Looks great, the Corvette's not bad either. Congratulations!
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Old Aug 3, 2018 | 03:10 PM
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Haha that's the PIC aka Passenger in Chief in my wife. She had to get the first crack at the passenger seat and starting her up.
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