Congrats! Guess you won't need a driving refresher course learning how to use a stick. 
Enjoy the ride!
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St. Jude Donor '17
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hello folks Call me Philip. Just bought my first vette. A 03 convertible w/6speed manual trans. Wow what a ride. Bought it as a retirement gift for myself, reitiring in July from Air Force Reserves. Going to be a big change from my daily driver, a 05 Silverado 6.6 Duramaxx and 6 speed manual.
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Congrats on the purchase of your '03 and thanks for your years of service to our country. Welcome and enjoy the forum.
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From: Crabtree Tennessee
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