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Old May 16, 2020 | 11:18 AM
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Woke her up from her 6+ month hibernation in storage and drove her home.



Now, time for Spring maintenance...
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Best part is this year my daughter did all the maintenance, I just stood back and answered questions. Proud Dad moment for sure.
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Forgot the pic...


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I remember those times of being able to get the "good" car out for the summer. Always a great feeling. Glad it's that time of year for you but also sad that it's that time because that means it's getting hot down here again. Have a tons-o-fun with it.
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Nice It's a great feeling isn't it. Have fun this summer with it and enjoy the open road.
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Great feeling indeed.
I still have cars in hibernation but just had to get out my black 99 awhile back. Currently 70ish here but rain on the way.
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Best part is this year my daughter did all the maintenance, I just stood back and answered questions. Proud Dad moment for sure.
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Man, If I had a driveway that long it would probably get an occasional black mark on it lol.
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Congrats on being able to take the car for a spin. Want to get mine out but will wait until the rain stops.
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Had to pick my day...getting a lot of rain here too. Raining today, but had my fun yesterday so I'm good.
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Looking good! Last week I "woke" mine up from sitting in an off-site garage due to space so I could finally bring it home now that I have a two-car garage. It hasn't gotten much action since I got a new car late last year. You've inspired me to take it out today

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Looking good! Last week I "woke" mine up from sitting in an off-site garage due to space so I could finally bring it home now that I have a two-car garage. It hasn't gotten much action since I got a new car late last year. You've inspired me to take it out today
Nothing beats getting back in the Vette after a loooooong winter. Enjoy!
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95 here today. Been hot as hell for months
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