Certainly never thought I'd be posting here.
12-23-2017, 07:40 AM
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St. Jude Donor '15-'16
Certainly never thought I'd be posting here.
Moving from posting in C6 (2008 Vette ) to here (2016 Z06).
Got a serious deal on a 30K mile loaded A8. This thing is so far beyond the C6 that I can't believe it!
Got a serious deal on a 30K mile loaded A8. This thing is so far beyond the C6 that I can't believe it!
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12-23-2017, 07:56 AM
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Congratulations on a great upgrade!
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12-23-2017, 09:10 AM
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I notice all the snow shovels & your location-I bet you're chomping at the bit to get out there & drive the "beast". You probably already know to be extra careful in the cool/cold wx. The HP/Torque will easily overcome the grip. Good for you on this upgrade!!
12-23-2017, 12:21 PM
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Congrats. That's a helluva nice upgrade. I went from a '98 C5 to a '14 Stingray to a '17 Z06. The C5 to C7 was obviously an insane difference, but the Stingray to Z06 is still pretty damn impressive too. 
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12-23-2017, 12:35 PM
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Merry Christmas to you, Carvin!
12-23-2017, 12:35 PM
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Congratulations, nice choice!!!
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12-23-2017, 12:47 PM
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I got it from a used high end place. The sales kid said to be cool - the boss is watching this test drive. I assured him I just wanted to make sure there were no obvious problems. (Had already received a GMVIS) So at the first intersection I managed to start sliding!
I was not into the gas. So I had my learning occur in turn #1
I did the deal on Thurs and got a chance to drive a bit but it is now in hibernation. Yes, this will be one long winter.
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12-23-2017, 12:49 PM
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And I haven't even had it in sport mode yet!
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12-23-2017, 01:02 PM
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Have fun and be careful, it will bite you! I did an unintentional donut leaving the dealership on a cool 38F night! I signed up for the Ron Fellows course the next week. My wife and I both took the course and it was well worth the money and a lot of fun.
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12-23-2017, 01:12 PM
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Since you won't be driving much, take the time to thoroughly read the OM, taking time to highlite (post-its) the good stuff. Especially read the explanation on PTM modes, they can do wonders for your pleasure if you drive it like you stole it. Tadge also has a great explanation of PTM in his "Ask Tadge" section. Again, Welcome to the club!
12-23-2017, 01:23 PM
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Since you won't be driving much, take the time to thoroughly read the OM, taking time to highlite (post-its) the good stuff. Especially read the explanation on PTM modes, they can do wonders for your pleasure if you drive it like you stole it. Tadge also has a great explanation of PTM in his "Ask Tadge" section. Again, Welcome to the club!
12-23-2017, 01:31 PM
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Congrats Carvin. I too feel your pain of living in this shithole state (and not just due to the weather).
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12-23-2017, 01:47 PM
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Great Christmas present for yourself and great looking Z06 coupe Congrats!
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12-23-2017, 01:52 PM
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Welcome to the C7’s! Congratulations. With 30k on the clock it definitely sounds like the previous owner enjoyed the Z too! Merry Christmas.
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12-23-2017, 01:54 PM
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Congratulations! Enjoy the car. I went from an 08Z to a 16Z. Both great cars.
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