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Old Feb 25, 2015 | 12:01 AM
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Hi all,

I'm eagerly anticipating my first Corvette, a 2015 AW Z51 7MT 2LT with black/suede interior, mag shocks, trans roof, pdr, comp seats, cf trim, cf badges mirrors and spoiler, red calipers, and black wheels. Ordered from MacMulkin in NH because none of the dealers here in the Pacific NW were willing to offer anything close to their price. Local delivery likely sometime in April.

I've never seriously considered a Vette until this generation. I've always been a BMW guy, and most recently drove a 2007 Z4M Coupe, which I originally planned to replace with an M4. I loved the C7 when it was announced, and while I did waver a bit after finally test driving the M4, I'm now firmly convinced I made the right choice. The Stingray is just beautiful and exotic looking, and it's simply amazing to drive. And finally an interior that's equal to the competition. Nothing like it for the money. I was tempted to up my budget for a Z06, but decided it was better to work my way into things with the base car, and then upgrade later if I feel the need...

Anyway, look forward to hanging out here and even more to driving my new car!

Phil

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Welcome Phil! Post some pictures of the BMW's! I am a Jaguar and Mercedes guy, but I did have a white '91 325I a very long time ago. It was nice. But haven't had one since.
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Welcome Phil! Post some pictures of the BMW's! I am a Jaguar and Mercedes guy, but I did have a white '91 325I a very long time ago. It was nice. But haven't had one since.
Couple of pics of my recently-sold Z4M Coupe:



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Looks great! They look small for a guy over 6 feet like myself, are they?
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Looks great! They look small for a guy over 6 feet like myself, are they?
I'm about 6 feet even, and I think I'd feel constrained if I were any taller... But lots of fun to drive!
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I'm about 6 feet even, and I think I'd feel constrained if I were any taller... But lots of fun to drive!
Yeah most likely would, but if I could fit in it, I bet it would be a blast to drive!
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