(Soon to be) New guy!
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6th Gear
Joined: May 2011
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From: Pennsylvania
(Soon to be) New guy!
Hey guys, how's it going? My name is Steven, and I'm in the market for a corvette. I've always loved corvettes ever since I was a little kid. I've loved muscle all together for that matter. I currently have a 2002 Mustang GT and once I get that sold, I'm hoping into the best 15-18k dollar vette I can find. I'm 18 years old, and I only ask 2 things.
1. I'm a newbie to cars yet, still learning as much as I can. I know all your basic stuff, but I'm enthusiastic to learn it all, so don't be too harsh on me
2. Don't judge me on my age. Just because I am young does not mean I don't know what I'm doing, or shouldn't be in a corvette, etc. etc. While trying to retain some modesty, I do believe I have a good head on my shoulders. All three cars I've owned since I was 15(Maxima, E36, and Mustang) have been paid for, maintained, and cared for by me myself, and I.
So now that I've introduced myself, I'm hoping to get a bit of advice! I'm new to the corvette scene, so I don't know a whole lot about them. I've been doing a bit of searching in my price range, and I believe that a 1999-2001 C5 would be the best bang for my buck? Just let me know what you guys think!
I hope to soon be a very active member in the forums, thanks for all who help me out!
1. I'm a newbie to cars yet, still learning as much as I can. I know all your basic stuff, but I'm enthusiastic to learn it all, so don't be too harsh on me
2. Don't judge me on my age. Just because I am young does not mean I don't know what I'm doing, or shouldn't be in a corvette, etc. etc. While trying to retain some modesty, I do believe I have a good head on my shoulders. All three cars I've owned since I was 15(Maxima, E36, and Mustang) have been paid for, maintained, and cared for by me myself, and I.
So now that I've introduced myself, I'm hoping to get a bit of advice! I'm new to the corvette scene, so I don't know a whole lot about them. I've been doing a bit of searching in my price range, and I believe that a 1999-2001 C5 would be the best bang for my buck? Just let me know what you guys think!
I hope to soon be a very active member in the forums, thanks for all who help me out!
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2005
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From: Ventura County, Calif
Welcome to the Forum!!!!!!!! 
Since you brought it up, it does sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders. That's one of the caveats that frequently comes up here when someone your age comes aboard. Seems most are like you but a few haven't been very....shall we say...."mature". Anyway, best of luck with your research and purchase. Just spend your time in the C5 General and Tech/Performance Forums to learn about the cars and ask questions as needed. Enjoy the Forums. 
Since you brought it up, it does sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders. That's one of the caveats that frequently comes up here when someone your age comes aboard. Seems most are like you but a few haven't been very....shall we say...."mature". Anyway, best of luck with your research and purchase. Just spend your time in the C5 General and Tech/Performance Forums to learn about the cars and ask questions as needed. Enjoy the Forums.
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6th Gear
Joined: May 2011
Posts: 6
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From: Pennsylvania
Welcome to the Forum!!!!!!!! Since you brought it up, it does sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders. That's one of the caveats that frequently comes up here when someone your age comes aboard. Seems most are like you but a few haven't been very....shall we say...."mature". Anyway, best of luck with your research and purchase. Just spend your time in the C5 General and Tech/Performance Forums to learn about the cars and ask questions as needed. Enjoy the Forums.
Since you brought it up, it does sound like you've got a good head on your shoulders. That's one of the caveats that frequently comes up here when someone your age comes aboard. Seems most are like you but a few haven't been very....shall we say...."mature". Anyway, best of luck with your research and purchase. Just spend your time in the C5 General and Tech/Performance Forums to learn about the cars and ask questions as needed. Enjoy the Forums. 
Race Director
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 11,214
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From: Santa Rosa Beach FL
Welcome Mat
Great to have the younger gen sign on. Got my first one at 19 and her I am with #26. It's become an addiction. Just like CF i.e. notice what time it is 
SO BE CAREFUL!
Here's a good intro for your C5's
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1249213
SO BE CAREFUL!Here's a good intro for your C5's
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1249213
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