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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 08:05 PM
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After taking two years off I have returned. Bought a 1997 Torch Red coupe with 23K miles on the clock. It's great to be part of the group again.
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 08:29 PM
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 08:32 PM
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Welcome back, love the torch red paint...has to be the nicest red ever. Now you should know the routine (or you forgot) but you have to post a pic!
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 08:41 PM
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Welcome back.......
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 09:28 PM
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Congrats on your TR C5!

And...welcome back to the asylum from a fellow '97 owner!
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 10:18 PM
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 10:23 PM
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here she is!!
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 11:06 PM
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Unbelievable -- a 17 year old car with 23,000 miles on it and it looks beautiful. Congrats!
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Old Oct 23, 2014 | 11:25 PM
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Great looking '97 you bought. Congrats and welcome back to the forum.
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Old Oct 24, 2014 | 03:19 AM
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Excellent
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Old Oct 24, 2014 | 07:24 AM
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Looks brand new!!
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Old Oct 24, 2014 | 07:39 AM
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WELCOM BACK. Nice looking ride.
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Old Oct 25, 2014 | 10:22 PM
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Real nice looking 97' and only 23,000 mi. Good deal!
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 08:35 AM
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Is your first name Bob ? Just curious because we had a Bob the photoguy on another forum that took great pictures. Awesome looking car btw.
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 08:25 PM
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Is your first name Bob ? Just curious because we had a Bob the photoguy on another forum that took great pictures. Awesome looking car btw.
No its Keith. I am a professional photographer and a law enforcement officer.
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Old Oct 26, 2014 | 09:24 PM
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Looks absolutely bone-stock!! Even the ride height. Sweet find!!!!! Enjoy!!!

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