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Old Feb 7, 2014 | 06:57 PM
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Just unloaded last evening and got the chance to put 100 miles on today with the top down. I have a 2001 C5 which I bought new and always loved but this new Z51 is different animal. Still not able to run high revs or big speed but the handling, steering and exhaust sound of the C7 in track mode was quite a thrill ride. I own a Ford GT which obviously does not have all the technological advances of the C7 but is a awesome high performance driving experience but the C7 sure is a world class sports car in my opinion. If today is any indication of what this car offers Corvette got this one right. I can't imagine what the Z06 will be.
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Beautiful ride! Congrats and enjoy!
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Old Feb 7, 2014 | 07:07 PM
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Love the yellow....fantastic. Was going to go for the same but my C7 parked in public lot during the day so went for Cyber Gray so it didn't stand out as much. Heart said yellow but mind said gray !
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Beautiful car and I'm jealous of your driving weather!
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Old Feb 7, 2014 | 07:30 PM
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Really nice! Good choice adding yellow calipers they really stand out with the black wheels.
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Really looks great; Congratulations!
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Old Feb 7, 2014 | 07:36 PM
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Looks great--enjoy it!
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Awesome - congrats - nice write up
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you selected the best color combination. this is the "AMERICAN SPORTS CAR" it should stand out. nice job. good luck. i am kinda biased.[IMG][/IMG]
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Looks good enough to eat! Glad the Ga weather has gotten back to its warmer self.
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Awesome ride. Carbon dash looks amazing. I am so glad I got that
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