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Old Jul 19, 2010 | 08:56 AM
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Hi All,

Bought the car in 07' with 16,100 miles on it. It currently right now has 16,600. It's a 1980 L82 Corvette in Claret color. Here's a few pictures!



Old Jul 19, 2010 | 09:23 AM
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Welcome to the forum! Very nice, but you have to drive it more, get out an enjoy it!
Old Jul 19, 2010 | 10:34 AM
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Old Jul 19, 2010 | 10:40 AM
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I've taken it out, it's just not on long drives. To church, park, etc.. I drive it alot, just not anywhere far at all!
Old Jul 19, 2010 | 12:19 PM
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Welcome to the Forum!!!!!!!!! Very nice C3!! Enjoy the Forums.
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Old Jul 19, 2010 | 01:52 PM
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