New Guy from SoFlo
Oct 9, 2017 | 12:36 AM
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From: Fort Myers FL
New Guy from SoFlo
This is what a year and a half dream looks like. Just got it yesterday. Already ran into some problems (wont start when it's hot and lights freak out sometimes), but i dont care, i love the car. Hope to learn much from you guys.
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Oct 9, 2017 | 06:44 AM
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Welcome and congrats on your Z06!
Oct 9, 2017 | 06:53 AM
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Welcome and nice ride. Good luck addressing the problem areas.
Oct 9, 2017 | 07:56 AM
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Oct 9, 2017 | 08:43 AM
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Another sweet silver, congrats
Oct 9, 2017 | 09:33 AM
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Oct 9, 2017 | 11:15 AM
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Oct 9, 2017 | 12:14 PM
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Congrats and welcome!!
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Oct 10, 2017 | 10:52 AM
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Oct 10, 2017 | 02:50 PM
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Oct 14, 2017 | 11:36 AM
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