New Corvette Owner checking in...
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Joined: Apr 2013
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From: Tustin CA
New Corvette Owner checking in...
Hello Fellow Enthusiasts,
I am relatively new to the Corvette scene, having drag raced Mopar's for 30 years, with one still in the garage.
I purchased a 2012 Grand Sport, white with red hash marks on the fenders and red interior in April of this year. I had always been a stick guy but due to the traffic in southern California, I decided to opt for the paddle shift.
After owning the car for a few months I did realize that I missed the stick and feeling of control that comes with one. I also found that a more power would be nice. At that point I started researching superchargers and turbo systems as well as looking at some additional ground effects.
After pricing everything out I realized that the best/smartest thing I could do would be to upgrade to an older ZR1 and get back a stick car.
I ended up picking up a 2009 Blade Silver ZR1 and am extremely pleased. This car is a rush!!
I look forward to spending some time on the forums and am hoping to meet some people in the Orange County area to go on the occasional cruise with as I am relatively new to the area.
Great forum and lots of info!!
Cheers,
James
I am relatively new to the Corvette scene, having drag raced Mopar's for 30 years, with one still in the garage.
I purchased a 2012 Grand Sport, white with red hash marks on the fenders and red interior in April of this year. I had always been a stick guy but due to the traffic in southern California, I decided to opt for the paddle shift.
After owning the car for a few months I did realize that I missed the stick and feeling of control that comes with one. I also found that a more power would be nice. At that point I started researching superchargers and turbo systems as well as looking at some additional ground effects.
After pricing everything out I realized that the best/smartest thing I could do would be to upgrade to an older ZR1 and get back a stick car.
I ended up picking up a 2009 Blade Silver ZR1 and am extremely pleased. This car is a rush!!
I look forward to spending some time on the forums and am hoping to meet some people in the Orange County area to go on the occasional cruise with as I am relatively new to the area.
Great forum and lots of info!!
Cheers,
James
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Joined: Mar 2010
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Hello Fellow Enthusiasts,
I am relatively new to the Corvette scene, having drag raced Mopar's for 30 years, with one still in the garage.
I purchased a 2012 Grand Sport, white with red hash marks on the fenders and red interior in April of this year. I had always been a stick guy but due to the traffic in southern California, I decided to opt for the paddle shift.
After owning the car for a few months I did realize that I missed the stick and feeling of control that comes with one. I also found that a more power would be nice. At that point I started researching superchargers and turbo systems as well as looking at some additional ground effects.
After pricing everything out I realized that the best/smartest thing I could do would be to upgrade to an older ZR1 and get back a stick car.
I ended up picking up a 2009 Blade Silver ZR1 and am extremely pleased. This car is a rush!!
I look forward to spending some time on the forums and am hoping to meet some people in the Orange County area to go on the occasional cruise with as I am relatively new to the area.
Great forum and lots of info!!
Cheers,
James
I am relatively new to the Corvette scene, having drag raced Mopar's for 30 years, with one still in the garage.
I purchased a 2012 Grand Sport, white with red hash marks on the fenders and red interior in April of this year. I had always been a stick guy but due to the traffic in southern California, I decided to opt for the paddle shift.
After owning the car for a few months I did realize that I missed the stick and feeling of control that comes with one. I also found that a more power would be nice. At that point I started researching superchargers and turbo systems as well as looking at some additional ground effects.
After pricing everything out I realized that the best/smartest thing I could do would be to upgrade to an older ZR1 and get back a stick car.
I ended up picking up a 2009 Blade Silver ZR1 and am extremely pleased. This car is a rush!!
I look forward to spending some time on the forums and am hoping to meet some people in the Orange County area to go on the occasional cruise with as I am relatively new to the area.
Great forum and lots of info!!
Cheers,
James
Congrats on your ZR1 and glad that you're enjoying it! We're very happy to add you to the forum community.
,William R.
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