Old guy buys first Corvette
09-18-2018, 07:36 AM
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Old guy buys first Corvette
Greetings everyone. I always liked Corvettes but looked at them with envy thinking I would never be able to afford one. I came across by accident an ad for a 04 C5 with 35000 miles that looked like brand new. I went 80 miles away and looked at this car and had to have it. It truly is a work of art and I spend a lot of time just looking at it. I don't like all model vettes but I did like the C5 models. I love this car except for the noise. I wear noise canceling earphones to solve that problem. I did a lot of reading on this forum before signing up and want to thank all for the info I have gotten. I paid 19K for this car and in my opinion that is a heck of good value for a 14 year old car that is like brand new. I am 74 years old with no known health issues and go to the gym 5 days a week so I think I will be able to drive this car for a few years anyway. Real glad I have it.
09-18-2018, 08:12 AM
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I’m real glad you got it! It’s not too late and your dream has been realized. Congratulations to you. Here’s to many smiles and many miles ahead!
Ps: post a picture when you can.
Ps: post a picture when you can.
09-18-2018, 09:00 AM
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Its never too late! Congrats and enjoy while you can.
09-18-2018, 09:12 AM
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Welcome to the forum, Randy, and congratulations on your C5!
Sounds like you will be able to enjoy your ride for many years.
Sounds like you will be able to enjoy your ride for many years.
09-18-2018, 09:12 AM
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Great pick of a C5 for your first Corvette. Welcome to the forum and hope you get many years of enjoyment from the car.
09-18-2018, 10:42 AM
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Welcome aboard Randy. 
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09-19-2018, 07:30 PM
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Welcome to the forum Randy!
Congrats. on your '04 C5!
Congrats. on your '04 C5!