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Jul 1, 2016 | 09:29 AM

Sean denver

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From: Colorado

Newbie - First Vette

Hello From Colorado. I have recently converted from Riding Harleys (14 Fat Bob & 15 Roadglide SPC), to the Purchase of my First Vette.

06 Black on Black Vert.

Wow I couldnt be happier, i am loving everything about A Vette!!!

Why did I wait so long...............

P.S. Added a photo from the Dealership. Thanks _05C6_ & Hells.

Looking forward to the Independance day weekend, wash, wax and pics!

Last edited by Sean denver; Jul 1, 2016 at 09:48 AM. Reason: addition of picture

Jul 1, 2016 | 09:32 AM

_05C6_

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From: Katy TX

Welcome to the gang.

Jul 1, 2016 | 09:33 AM

Hells

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St. Jude Donor '08

Congrats! Now time to post some pictures of her.

Jul 1, 2016 | 09:59 AM

enventr

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From: Port St. Lucie West Florida

Congratulations and good luck. I love black verts

Jul 1, 2016 | 10:02 AM

jrose7004

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Congrats!

Jul 1, 2016 | 10:15 AM

Dub Mc

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From: Down South

Good looking Chevy... The first one is usually the most fun.

Jul 1, 2016 | 10:19 AM

madmatt9471

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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----

Excellent! Nice Vette and Welcome!

Thanks,Matt

Jul 1, 2016 | 10:40 AM

windyC6

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Welcome to the gang.

HUH ??....think you better put down that pipe...

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Jul 1, 2016 | 10:43 AM

_05C6_

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HUH ??....think you better put down that pipe...

The original post didn't have a pic

Jul 1, 2016 | 10:45 AM

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Daniel Day

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From: Newnan Georgia

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Welcome! I recently made the switch from motorcycles as well, and I haven't looked back!

Jul 1, 2016 | 11:05 AM

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Rky Mtn C6

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Very nice. I too switched from Harleys to Corvettes. Here is a link to Colorado Corvette Clubs. There are several in the Denver area. We have a lot of fun.

http://www.rmrnccc.org/clubs.htm

Jul 1, 2016 | 11:12 AM

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Sean denver

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Rky Mtn C6

Very nice. I too switched from Harleys to Corvettes. Here is a link to Colorado Corvette Clubs. There are several in the Denver area. We have a lot of fun.

http://www.rmrnccc.org/clubs.htm

I am keeping my Daily Rider, 06 Yamaha FJR. Thanks for the Club link

Jul 1, 2016 | 11:53 AM

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Cooter Tech

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From: Dryden MI

That is real nice, easier to grin with a full windshield protecting your teeth I bet too! Nice color, now to keep it clean. More pics.

Jul 1, 2016 | 11:56 AM

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OnPoint

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Congrats, Sean.

Welcome aboard. Great looking black on black convertible. Enjoy and be safe.

Jul 1, 2016 | 11:58 AM

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rkj427

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Looks great!

Here's to many miles of smiles and enjoyment!

Jul 1, 2016 | 12:15 PM

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bobeast

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From: Hollister CA

Welcome: Beautiful car!

Jul 1, 2016 | 12:38 PM

#17

BK n BLK

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Great looking C6 , I would say nice colour, but I know better being a black C6 owner myself. Black is not a colour its a career ... lol, wtg enjoy, you can enjoy it with a big smile with out the bugs in your teeth.