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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 06:39 PM
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I've been stalking the C5 section for a few weeks now and decided to join up. I'm going to be looking for a 2002 - 2004 Z06 within the next few weeks. In these few short weeks I've found a plethora of information, especially for newbies looking to get into the Vette game. I spent a few hours today reading about common problems and things to look out for. Theres a couple Z06s up this way on cars.com and Craigslist, but if anyone happens to have one for sale feel free to give me a shout (Im in Connecticut).

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2002 - 2004 (2004 preferred)
Black, red, or blue exterior
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Somewhat lower mileage (less than 50k, 30k or less preferred)
Up to $25k

I've been an Audi guy for the past 10-12 years and am ready for a switch!
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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 06:54 PM
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welcome and good luck

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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 07:00 PM
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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 07:16 PM
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Good luck in your search and welcome.
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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 07:26 PM
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What took ya so long ?
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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 07:41 PM
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I was a BMW guy for about 17 years. It was time for a change for me also, and it was a great change. Got myself a stock black on black 04 C5Z with 44K for 22K CAD in June/July. Lovin it until putting it away recently for winter.

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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 08:33 PM
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I'm a vette guy at heart but there's a piece for my DD audi too. So I got both.
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Old Dec 18, 2014 | 08:36 PM
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Welcome to the forum and best of luck finding just the right Z06 for you.
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Thanks guys. I'm anxious to get looking. Going to be a loooong winter up here this year.
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