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*Corvette Legend Passing~Blue/Red Delivery post 02/25/18 Barn finds etc~Mike Furman**
~Incredible sadness yesterday as I learned of the passing of Rick Berry from Dover, Delaware. I am so fortunate to have known him these past few years, just a true Corvette legend and a fine gentleman. Just a few weeks ago I attended the 50th Anniversary of the First State Corvette Club (Rick was one of the founding members) at his house. I am so glad to have spent the afternoon with him amongst many of his Corvette friends. My condolences to his wife Linda and entire family. Rick was a friend to all and Corvette enthusiast always. Godspeed my friend. Miss you already.
Rick Berry and I surrounded by his incredible collection of Corvette memorabilia just three weeks ago.
~Ray D. Of Marco Island called me last week looking for a cool looking Z06 and I told him about a few different 2019 Z06’s that I had inbound. This Admiral Blue with Adrenaline Red Z06 arrived on Monday and we completed the paperwork/payment process Thursday. Friday I met the Plycon truck driver as he is picking up two of my customers Corvettes headed South. Ray’s new 2019 Z06 Cpe is a 2LZ Pkg with Chrome badges, CF instrument panel, Auto trans, chrome wheels, Navigation/PDR and red seat belts. Should be on Rays driveway in Marco Island, FL by Tuesday.
~Michael P. Of Lewisville, North Carolina called me two months ago and was between ordering an ‘18 or ‘19 Z06 Cpe. I answered his questions and he chose to wait and order a new 2019 Z06 Cpe in Blade Silver Metallic. Equipment list includes 2LZ Pkg, CF ground effects Pkg, CF hood stripe, 7 spd manual trans and Nav/PDR. Plycon trucking picked it up Friday and Michael had it on Saturday. Vin#0007.
The first several hundred 2019 Corvettes built had this sign in the window. That way the line workers could differentiate the 2018's/2019's on the plant floor without having to check the vin #'s. I must have had 40 Corvettes arrive with this sign on the dash.
~Other deliveries that left the yard...
~Dave B. of Cape Coral, Florida received his 2018 Carbon 65 Z06 with 7spd and is thrilled!
~Spring is around the corner and that means...
...5 completely full Corvette truckloads arrived this week. 3 in one day alone.
~The Frank Class Corvette Barn find and throwback section. Post up which photo you like the best.
I sincerely hope GM considers this color Gold for a C7 someday soon.
Hope to see everyone at the Bash. I will be there April 24th-27th.
This says it all.
My 2nd Corvette (of 18) that I have owned...almost 30 years ago! 1961 Black with Red interior and silver coves.
~Have a great week!
Mike Furman
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Rick Berry and I surrounded by his incredible collection of Corvette memorabilia just three weeks ago.
~Ray D. Of Marco Island called me last week looking for a cool looking Z06 and I told him about a few different 2019 Z06’s that I had inbound. This Admiral Blue with Adrenaline Red Z06 arrived on Monday and we completed the paperwork/payment process Thursday. Friday I met the Plycon truck driver as he is picking up two of my customers Corvettes headed South. Ray’s new 2019 Z06 Cpe is a 2LZ Pkg with Chrome badges, CF instrument panel, Auto trans, chrome wheels, Navigation/PDR and red seat belts. Should be on Rays driveway in Marco Island, FL by Tuesday.
~Michael P. Of Lewisville, North Carolina called me two months ago and was between ordering an ‘18 or ‘19 Z06 Cpe. I answered his questions and he chose to wait and order a new 2019 Z06 Cpe in Blade Silver Metallic. Equipment list includes 2LZ Pkg, CF ground effects Pkg, CF hood stripe, 7 spd manual trans and Nav/PDR. Plycon trucking picked it up Friday and Michael had it on Saturday. Vin#0007.
The first several hundred 2019 Corvettes built had this sign in the window. That way the line workers could differentiate the 2018's/2019's on the plant floor without having to check the vin #'s. I must have had 40 Corvettes arrive with this sign on the dash.
~Other deliveries that left the yard...
~Dave B. of Cape Coral, Florida received his 2018 Carbon 65 Z06 with 7spd and is thrilled!
~Spring is around the corner and that means...
...5 completely full Corvette truckloads arrived this week. 3 in one day alone.
~The Frank Class Corvette Barn find and throwback section. Post up which photo you like the best.
I sincerely hope GM considers this color Gold for a C7 someday soon.
Hope to see everyone at the Bash. I will be there April 24th-27th.
This says it all.
My 2nd Corvette (of 18) that I have owned...almost 30 years ago! 1961 Black with Red interior and silver coves.
~Have a great week!
Mike Furman
Criswell Chevrolet
Gaithersburg, MD
off Fridays and Sundays
301-212-4420 desk direct
mfurman@criswellauto.com
www.CorvetteFurman.com
"Be kinder than necessary, for everyone you meet is fighting some kind of battle"
http://www.automentality.com/want-a-...ough-this-guy/
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Thanks Mike, for your posting today.
Certainly sad to hear the passing of Rick, his collections and love for the Corvette is one of the best private collections is known in the Corvette Community.
Certainly sad to hear the passing of Rick, his collections and love for the Corvette is one of the best private collections is known in the Corvette Community.
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Thanks Mike for another great week of photos and stories. 
Sad to hear about Rick, condolences to his family and friends
Congrats. to all the new owners, Corvettes and other models too.
A lot of great pictures to choose from, but I went with the Penske C2.
Sad to hear about Rick, condolences to his family and friends
Congrats. to all the new owners, Corvettes and other models too.
A lot of great pictures to choose from, but I went with the Penske C2.
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02-25-2018, 08:00 AM
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As always Mike, a great post with fantastic throw-backs.
I am am ok with brining back the gold from the C-3 generation, but my money for the C-3 color is Steel City Grey!
I am am ok with brining back the gold from the C-3 generation, but my money for the C-3 color is Steel City Grey!
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02-25-2018, 08:09 AM
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Sorry to hear about the loss of your friend Rick
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Great post Mike - nice tribute to Mr. Berry...
Love this color - any idea what it was called??
Love this color - any idea what it was called??
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3 full truckloads in one day, impressive! I love the train pictures with the C3s, that is pretty cool. Thanks Mike
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RIP, Rick. Sorry for the loss of your friend, Mike. Great post as always.
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RIP Rick.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Rick was a true enthusiat and has an amazing collection of Corvettes and memorabilia.
Thanks for the great pictures!
You should have held onto that beautiful '61, Mike.
This picture really captures that time I know and remember so well.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Rick was a true enthusiat and has an amazing collection of Corvettes and memorabilia.
Thanks for the great pictures!
You should have held onto that beautiful '61, Mike.
This picture really captures that time I know and remember so well.
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RIP Rick.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Rick was a true enthusiat and has an amazing collection of Corvettes and memorabilia.
Thanks for the great pictures!
You should have held onto that beautiful '61, Mike.
This picture really captures that time I know and remember so well.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Rick was a true enthusiat and has an amazing collection of Corvettes and memorabilia.
Thanks for the great pictures!
You should have held onto that beautiful '61, Mike.
This picture really captures that time I know and remember so well.
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My vote today is the corvettes on the train photos
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Ray from one Admiral Blue/Red Interior owner to another enjoy your new car. You will draw lots of attention and compliments
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Mike, I am SO sorry to hear about Rick's passing. I was fascinated with your pictures of his place. My condolences to his family.
Love the shot of the red C7 and the Huey!
Love the shot of the red C7 and the Huey!
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