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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 08:28 AM
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finally placed an order for a new convertible crystal red ebony/cashmere, been on the fence for a while, dealer could not locate two tone interior I wanted plus I was a little concerned with engine recall for in stock units. very excited and counting the days. found this forum about a year ago and it is a wealth of info.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 09:27 AM
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Congratulations and post up some pictures when the day arrives that will make you smile..................
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 09:47 AM
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 10:14 AM
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Welcome to the Forum!!!!!! Congratulations on your new Vette! Get yourself set up to post pics as soon as you get it.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 10:21 AM
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They say that great minds think alike. I picked up my new '09 vert, same color scheme as yours, back in August. Mine has: 3lt; "stick;" Z51; 2 stage exhaust; and nav.. I'm sure you will be as happy with yours as I am with mine.

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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 10:57 AM
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Thanks, forgot to mention trading in my C5 coupe MN6, went with the auto,3LT, NPP,F55, this time, love the C5 but really wanted a vert... Hope I made the right decision with the auto...
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 11:37 AM
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Congrats.
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Old Mar 23, 2009 | 11:41 AM
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Congratulations and post up some pictures when the day arrives that will make you smile..................
Yeah. What he said.
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and welcome post pics when you can
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