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Old Jun 5, 2010 | 07:15 PM
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just got my 2001 coupe today, 25000 mile cream puff. anything i need to look out for on a 2001, with a auto?
Old Jun 5, 2010 | 08:26 PM
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Hello timritcheblue, Yes, the legal speed limit!!! Good luck and have fun.
Old Jun 5, 2010 | 08:58 PM
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Welcome to the forum! You may want to check out the C5 section as they'll be able to give you some tips.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-general-103/
Old Jun 5, 2010 | 09:11 PM
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Welcome to the Forum!!!!!!!!!!! Congratulations on your C5!! What to look out for.......hmmm......a bright red Corvette.....yeah, look out for the LAW. Enjoy the car and the Forums.
Old Jun 5, 2010 | 09:39 PM
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whats that buton in the center console for?

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Originally Posted by timritchieblue
whats that bottom in the center for?
Huh?
Old Jun 5, 2010 | 09:51 PM
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Old Jun 6, 2010 | 12:17 AM
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thanks everyone, I've had 3 mustangs, always wanted a vette, now if i can just leave it stock.

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Originally Posted by timritchieblue
... now if i can just leave it stock.
won't happen... congrats on your new ride and welcome to the forum...
Old Jun 6, 2010 | 01:25 AM
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anybody ever cange the gears ? like some 4:10s
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