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Old Dec 29, 2014 | 09:17 PM
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So look what showed up a few days ago! Z51, M7, 3LT, Magnetic Shocks.

Never owned a Corvette before but my wife saw a C7 about a year ago and said we have to have one. We had a bit of a delay in moving across the country from the west coast to the west coast of the east coast (Venice, FL), but I couldn't be happier with the choice.

I've lurked here for some time but haven't posted much; I've gathered a tremendous amount of information and have put some into use immediately. The car was lowered all the way on the stock bolts, the seat travel limits sensor was disconnected, I installed a curb alert, and pulled fuse 42. Tint tomorrow, and MGW shifter soon, a radar detector, and a whole host of other goodies!

While I've learned from many I wanted to offer a particular thanks to Glen e and his information on detailing. I'd never heard of Blackfire, but we did the car this weekend and I am thrilled with the results. I was particularly impressed with how little product I used; I've got so much of the stuff I'm going to do our BMW next weekend!
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Old Dec 29, 2014 | 09:32 PM
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It looks great, enjoy it!
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Old Dec 29, 2014 | 09:35 PM
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Christmas present indeed! Congrats and enjoy!!

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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 12:04 AM
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Looks beautiful.

I am a bit biased since I ordered the same color combo. I can't wait to pick mine up next week.
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 06:19 AM
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Is that Kalahari interior? If it is, I have the identical vette picked up on 12/20. Great Xmas present...
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 06:27 AM
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 06:49 AM
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Sweet ride. Welcome to the forum.
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 06:51 AM
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Is that Kalahari interior? If it is, I have the identical vette picked up on 12/20. Great Xmas present...
Yes, it is the Kalahari interior in the 3LT. I like the contrast with the tan and black inside.
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by VETJAZZ
Christmas present indeed! Congrats and enjoy!!



Lmao, I did this picture last year!!! I don't remember why I did it, but I do remember photoshopping the C7 on santa!! I think he had a C4 or something on his hands, and I changed it to a C7
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 08:37 AM
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Nice car, love the color combo!
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 12:56 PM
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 09:15 PM
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Congrats on your new ride, she's a beauty
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Old Dec 30, 2014 | 09:20 PM
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Congratulations. The BMW will spend more time at home now.
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Old Dec 31, 2014 | 04:18 PM
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Originally Posted by VETJAZZ
Christmas present indeed! Congrats and enjoy!!

That is great. Do you have a high-def copy of this?
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Old Dec 31, 2014 | 04:24 PM
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Santa was good to me as well. Congrat's and great color choice!
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Santa delivered! It looks good, enjoy
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Old Jan 1, 2015 | 09:45 AM
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Definitely a Merry Christmas at your house! Congrats and enjoy in 2015 and beyond!
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Bought this C7 for my wife for Christmas to replace her C6. She even got to unwrap it.
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