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Old May 18, 2022 | 11:12 AM
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I have a 1977 corvette that will only drive forward. So i parked it. Why is it doing this ?
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Originally Posted by Martini2017@
I have a 1977 corvette that will only drive forward. So i parked it.
Why is it doing this ?

You have tranny problems.
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sounds like it's mad at you
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Should have bought a C5, they are perfect, lines more beautiful than any other car ever made in the world's history, and also mechanically flawless, I would give both my left nutz for a C5!!
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I'm surprised this isn't locked yet......
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I have a 1977 corvette that will only drive forward. Why is it doing this ?
Because you haven't put it into reverse?
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