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Old Aug 9, 2016 | 10:39 AM
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I finally did it! I bought my first Vette yesterday. Its been a long 20+ years of wanting one. The stars finally aligned for me and I was able to find a decent deal on a '99 triple black convertible. So far, so good. Very happy with it.




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Very Nice !!!!! Bat loves Black you have been here since 05 without a vette ????
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Very Nice !!!!! Bat loves Black you have been here since 05 without a vette ????
Sadly, yes. It was never in the budget. Something always came up.... now, its all coming together.
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...Ahhhhh, Triple black !!, reminds me of my 65' Roadster back in the day !! That ride will bring you many cherished moments, and if your single , it will be a good friend and chick magnet, !!!..., ,
BTW...If married, don't show the wife my reply !!!...
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...Ahhhhh, Triple black !!, reminds me of my 65' Roadster back in the day !! That ride will bring you many cherished moments, and if your single , it will be a good friend and chick magnet, !!!..., ,
BTW...If married, don't show the wife my reply !!!...
Yeah, married for 18 years and going strong. We're looking forward to enjoying it together.
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Sadly, yes. It was never in the budget. Something always came up.... now, its all coming together.
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Congrats, she is beautiful! Take care of her and she will take care of u!!
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Congratulations!!!👍👍😎 it looks great!


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Originally Posted by BAT
Sadly, yes. It was never in the budget. Something always came up.... now, its all coming together.
Welcome back. I had a long break myself. Getting kids through college! Rewarded myself for it. Hope your doing the same. Good luck.
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I have had several black cars in the past and black always looks great.
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I know someone is going to have great summer, and you bought the right color.
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Nice! Congrats. I bet you'll love it, and you'll wonder what took you so long!
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