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Old 04-08-2014, 11:05 PM
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Default so I purchased a C6 today.

2008 C6 LS3 with 3LT, Transparent roof, chrome wheels, and only 9500 miles on it.
It's been a long day so I'm just going to throw some pictures up and talk more later.





with my E30:
Old 04-08-2014, 11:22 PM
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Default Congrats on your new C6

Just like mine. New to me in January. You are going to love it!
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Grats!!!!
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Congrats and welcome aboard!
Old 04-09-2014, 05:28 AM
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Nice ...congrats to you... Fits just nice in the garage...
Old 04-09-2014, 05:39 AM
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Well done. Good choice on the year.
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Put some miles on it. My 08' has 65,000. Meant to be driven.
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Congratulations. This weekends weather is looking good for some Corvette time...
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Very nice, ENJOYYYYYY
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thanks, and let me give you some first impressions to comment on as a somebody who has owned a bunch of german cars.

1) the shifter is pretty nice, but I'm having a bit of trouble finding gears, its like I can't feel the shift gates.

2) the clutch spring is weird for me, it's right tight then really loose... going to take some getting used to

3) I can't find the limits on this car, it's a complement and a complaint. maybe sways would be a good start? I'm sure these old tires don't help

4) stock gear ratio is soooo long.. not sure how I feel about this.

thought on this? any tricks or mods to make better?
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Welcome, great weekend to have your Vette. Opening weekend at Watkins Glenn and looks like pretty good weather. Enjoy
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Nice!! She's a beaut!!
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Congrats!
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Originally Posted by theblue
thanks, and let me give you some first impressions to comment on as a somebody who has owned a bunch of german cars.

1) the shifter is pretty nice, but I'm having a bit of trouble finding gears, its like I can't feel the shift gates.

2) the clutch spring is weird for me, it's right tight then really loose... going to take some getting used to

3) I can't find the limits on this car, it's a complement and a complaint. maybe sways would be a good start? I'm sure these old tires don't help

4) stock gear ratio is soooo long.. not sure how I feel about this.

thought on this? any tricks or mods to make better?
One mod you won't regret is a MGW Short Throw Shifter! Makes a huge difference and won't have trouble shifting! & Congrats too nice ride!
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Looks great!!! Congrats.
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keep that shine! looks great!
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Congrats on your new ride
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Nice. great catch on the low miles. I have no idea why people buy these cars and LOOK at them, worked out great for you tho, drive it like you stole it.


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