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Old Jun 29, 2022 | 03:13 PM
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Greetings from Charlotte, NC. I've been on the forum for several months now, figured it was time to show my face. My wife made the mistake of asking me what I wanted for Christmas, and I said a 'Vette. Found this 1999 base model with only 9400 miles, one owner. First thing I did was replace the tires as the original Goodyear's with a build date of 01/99 were still on it. Put an Optima battery on board, the date sticker on the original was 07/11. Also added a Borla touring exhaust, made a big difference in sound that I like. A great thrill was learning that the 12 CD player in the trunk had never been used. Pulled the packing tape off, loaded it up with some great 70's classics and she works like a charm! So, here I am practicing my V wave to all fellow members. Just look for the old, silver-haired guy riding around South Charlotte blasting Boston's Greatest Hits!
Old Jun 29, 2022 | 03:55 PM
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Old Jun 29, 2022 | 05:06 PM
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Welcome to the Forums. Beautiful Red Corvette you have

Old Jun 29, 2022 | 05:19 PM
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Thanks, glad to be here!
Old Jun 29, 2022 | 06:49 PM
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Welcome, and all Corvettes are red.

You might want to check-out a local Corvette Club for more fun and meet and greet new friends.
Old Jun 29, 2022 | 06:55 PM
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Welcome
You didn’t have to have a Corvette to post.

Sounds like you know how to take care of it already. Good job.
Old Jun 29, 2022 | 07:21 PM
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Heck of a find you made - great looking ‘99 with such low miles. Congrats and welcome to the forum.
Old Jun 29, 2022 | 08:26 PM
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Welcome. Very nice.
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Welcome from south CLT, neighbor!
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Congratulations on finding such a beautiful, well cared for Corvette and welcome. Wonderful part of the country and you’ll have a long driving season. I lived in Stanly county for 6 years and my brother lives in Fort Mill. I sure do miss the weather and friendly people. Wishing you many safe and happy miles.
Old Jun 30, 2022 | 07:08 AM
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Great story! Congrats and welcome Bill!!
Old Jun 30, 2022 | 08:07 AM
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Welcome and congrats on your like new C5!
Old Jun 30, 2022 | 03:30 PM
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Old Jun 30, 2022 | 04:44 PM
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Thanks guys for all the welcomes and comments!
Old Jun 30, 2022 | 11:30 PM
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Welcome to the Forum from up the road in Hickory, and congratulations on your nice, super low-mile C5!
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