Intro!
02-12-2018, 11:24 AM
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Intro!
Hi All, long time Vette-lover and new member to the forums. Will be seeking advice in the C6 forums.
Some background/intro first! I've owned 13 vehicles in the last 10 years ranging from a built off-road tool of an '89 Bronco II, to a purpose built drift car, a few motorcycles, and my current toy which is a 400hp BMW 135i. I previously lived in NJ, with a house & garage and plenty of storage space. Moved to DC and into an apartment spending more for a 1-bedroom place than we did on a 3000sq/ft house with 2 car garage and full acre of land lol. Had to downsize the stables to 2 cars (one for me, one for wife) as a result of the move. My wife and I love the area so we're planning to buy a house here in the next year, which means it's time to jump back into the dual car, DD + weekend toy setup!
I have always loved Vette's and I think it's time I made a move on one. I've been eyeing the C6 z06's, as well as some particularly clean base models in the 09+ range. I really like the face lift of the 09's for the standard model but would also love an earlier year z06. I drive my cars very hard, and as often as possible. I've put 40k hard miles on the 135i since I bought it about 2 years ago. I plan to keep the C6 "mostly" stock, as I think the power range will satisfy me for a while.
Looking forward to lurking through the forums and getting advice from members/owners before I make a purchase
A couple pics of the current car for anyone interested:
by https://www.flickr.com/photos/118489034@N05/, on Flickr
by https://www.flickr.com/photos/118489034@N05/, on Flickr
Some background/intro first! I've owned 13 vehicles in the last 10 years ranging from a built off-road tool of an '89 Bronco II, to a purpose built drift car, a few motorcycles, and my current toy which is a 400hp BMW 135i. I previously lived in NJ, with a house & garage and plenty of storage space. Moved to DC and into an apartment spending more for a 1-bedroom place than we did on a 3000sq/ft house with 2 car garage and full acre of land lol. Had to downsize the stables to 2 cars (one for me, one for wife) as a result of the move. My wife and I love the area so we're planning to buy a house here in the next year, which means it's time to jump back into the dual car, DD + weekend toy setup!
I have always loved Vette's and I think it's time I made a move on one. I've been eyeing the C6 z06's, as well as some particularly clean base models in the 09+ range. I really like the face lift of the 09's for the standard model but would also love an earlier year z06. I drive my cars very hard, and as often as possible. I've put 40k hard miles on the 135i since I bought it about 2 years ago. I plan to keep the C6 "mostly" stock, as I think the power range will satisfy me for a while.
Looking forward to lurking through the forums and getting advice from members/owners before I make a purchase
A couple pics of the current car for anyone interested:
02-12-2018, 06:40 PM
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Welcome to the forum, Matt!
You'll find lots of helpful info at: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-2005-2013-14/
Best wishes with your search for the C6 right for you!
You'll find lots of helpful info at: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-2005-2013-14/
Best wishes with your search for the C6 right for you!
02-12-2018, 06:51 PM
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Welcome and good luck in your search for a nice C6.
02-12-2018, 07:53 PM
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02-12-2018, 09:08 PM
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