Introduction
Apr 12, 2018 | 08:43 AM
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From: Bradenton FL
Introduction
Just wanted to introduce myself. I don't currently own a Corvette but am considering purchasing one. I've previously owned 2 C4's (husband and wife) and a C5. I currently own a Ferrari 458, Ferrari F430 (for sale), BMW M3, a Porsche Carrera S and a Porsche Cayman S. My Cayman S is my DE track car. Sebring is my home course but I also run at VIR, Road Atlanta and Barber Motorsports (great track). I've had and am having transmission problems with the PDK in my Cayman due to track use (9 weekends a year or so) and the heat here in FL. I'm thinking about selling it when I get the transmission straightened out and buying a C7 for the track. Most likely a GS but I still have a lot of research to do before making a decision.
I belonged to this group when I owned Corvettes but haven't monitored it for several years.
Regards,
Rich
Last edited by Rich B; Apr 12, 2018 at 08:56 AM .
Apr 12, 2018 | 09:07 AM
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Rich - welcome to the forum and be sure to visit the C7 sections. You’ll find a lot of information on that generation of Corvette over there.
Apr 12, 2018 | 09:31 AM
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Apr 12, 2018 | 10:48 AM
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Apr 12, 2018 | 03:52 PM
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Welcome to the forum Rich!!
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Apr 12, 2018 | 05:28 PM
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Apr 13, 2018 | 08:36 AM
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Welcome and good luck with your decision!
Apr 13, 2018 | 10:59 AM
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Apr 17, 2018 | 11:01 AM
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