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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:36 PM
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trading down from a 04 CE Vert MN6 with all options, ex side moulding, with 18000 miles to a somewhat modified FRC? Have always like the looks of Nassau Blue or Red FRC's and have seen a few with moderate drivetrain mods that looked, and ran, awesome.
Am I nuts or what????
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:55 PM
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Yes, you're nuts!

Just kidding, if the FRC is your dream car, then go for it.
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:57 PM
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Yep, you're certifiable.
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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Get what makes you happy. Your the one that has to drive it, and live with it.
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 04:59 PM
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I'm REALLY happy with my FRC!! Would depend on just how important the open air is!! Lots of FRC/Z06's out there,,,, we can't ALL be crazy!!!
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 05:05 PM
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Yes, you're nuts!

Just kidding, if the FRC is your dream car, then go for it.
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 05:12 PM
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Have the two of them. Lots of CF memebers have 2 or more. They are reasonable priced, hold their value. Just storing them is a pain. Then your neighbours will know you are crazy!!!
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 05:22 PM
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Originally Posted by SLWRNU
trading down from a 04 CE Vert MN6 with all options, ex side moulding, with 18000 miles to a somewhat modified FRC? Have always like the looks of Nassau Blue or Red FRC's and have seen a few with moderate drivetrain mods that looked, and ran, awesome.
Am I nuts or what????
Not at all -- it sounds like you are targeting better performance and will clear a few bucks on the deal. What's not to like?
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 05:25 PM
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Originally Posted by jrose7004
Yep, you're certifiable.
i searched long and hard for my 04 CE convert 6spd, so i guess i am extremely biased! the bottom line is that life is way to short not to follow your dreams no matter what they are and no matter where they take you. if it's what you want, go for it. my goal is to make certain that when i leave this world, i won't go out with one "i wish i had............"
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Get what makes you happy. Your the one that has to drive it, and live with it.
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Yep, you're certifiable.
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Get what makes you happy good luck
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IF you're going to get an FRC, get a Z06.
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searched long and hard for my 04 CE convert 6spd, so i guess i am extremely biased! the bottom line is that life is way to short not to follow your dreams no matter what they are and no matter where they take you. if it's what you want, go for it. my goal is to make certain that when i leave this world, i won't go out with one "i wish i had............"

I couldn't have said it any better......!
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Originally Posted by SLWRNU
trading down from a 04 CE Vert MN6 with all options, ex side moulding, with 18000 miles to a somewhat modified FRC? Have always like the looks of Nassau Blue or Red FRC's and have seen a few with moderate drivetrain mods that looked, and ran, awesome.
Am I nuts or what????
You want to get rid of a convertible Corvette???Put the crack pipe down and pray to God you don't go straight to hell
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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 08:27 PM
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Get the vette that makes you the happy . If it's the FRC then pull the trigger. I love my coupe so go for it
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Nassau Blue FRC's are hard to come by, but they do stand out




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Old Apr 26, 2010 | 08:47 PM
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I agree. Buy both!

They are so cheap these days that uneducated morons are buying them.
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If you really want an FRC, go for it. Might as well be happy with what you drive.
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