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Old Oct 11, 2021 | 12:00 AM
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...the rebirth of a legend. Thanks! to all who have taken the time to share thoughtful insights, vast experience & wise suggestions. Words can’t really say how much it helps, being able to access such a vast wealth of knowledge. My son has two years to work on the car (& pay me back!) before he’s old enough to drive. We’re going deep & taking time with restoration. Any suggestions for improving any aspect of the car are most welcome. Best wishes to All! Paul🥸&🌞Rio
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Sounds like a great project for you and your son. Best of luck and welcome to the forum.
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Welcome to the Forum, Paul, and congratulations on your father-son C3 project!
Our older son did much the same with our grandson, except he wanted a Ram pick up. By the time he had his license his truck was up and running. Great experience for him.
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Thanks! jehuds10!
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Thanks! Gixxerman!
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Thanks Route99! It's definitely encouraging to hear of your son's & grandson's success!
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Thanks gilhuly, We're already having fun just getting her cleaned up & starting to disassemble.
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Thanks ledger35, the forum is a great help on many levels!
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Welcome!! I’m a first time corvette owner also as of January this year! It’s a 77 corvette my wife inherited and it’s up to me to get it going. Feel free to message any of us for anything. It’ll be a ton of work and money probably but it’ll be worth it!

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