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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 12:54 PM
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Hi I just joined. Tuesday I bought my first Corvette a 2019 base model stingray. So bfd right?
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 01:05 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 01:05 PM
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Owning your first Corvette is ALWAYS a bfd. Doesn't matter what specific model! Drive and enjoy!

Welcome! Congratulations!! And don't forget to wave!!!
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 01:13 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 01:26 PM
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Unofficial forum rules. Post a pic. Congrats.
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 01:57 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 02:59 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 04:13 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 04:14 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 05:34 PM
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 06:25 PM
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Hi I just joined. Tuesday I bought my first Corvette a 2019 base model stingray. So bfd right?
Yeah that is a BFD, that is what I have, Artic White 2019 1LT, gets a lot of attention and I like it a lot. Welcome to the forum and welcome to the Corvette family.
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Old Nov 17, 2023 | 07:19 PM
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Hi I just joined. Tuesday I bought my first Corvette a 2019 base model stingray. So bfd right?
Ya it is a bfd as there is no car like it. Pics are mandatory though. At least you can enjoy all year long--Mine is in hibernation now for winter.

WELCOME you will learn alot here!!
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Actually it is a big deal. Congrats on your C7 and welcome to the forum.
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Pic will be coming, haven't had time yet. Too busy cleaning! Thank you all for your replies.
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Pic will be coming, haven't had time yet. Too busy cleaning! Thank you all for your replies.
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