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Hi Guys!
Two years ago my life changed. I became the proud owner of a ‘97 c5 with a 6 speed in the exact color I was looking for, Torch Red! Its been giving me nothing but joy motoring around Spring, Summer, Autumn, and alas winter (The Spouse is giving a green light on a winter beater after driving her around a bit.)
Ive been wanting a Corvette most of my adult life. But School, Work, Spouse, Children et all delayed acquisition to my early 60’s. Sounds like that is a common story in the Corvette world. It’s time for me now.. Dang it!
I also collect and vlog straight razor shaving, old watches and taking naps in my retirement.
I am learning at a rate like drinking from a firehose! I hope you guys are patient as I make mistakes and ask questions that have probably been asked thousands of times.
Rich
Ive been wanting a Corvette most of my adult life. But School, Work, Spouse, Children et all delayed acquisition to my early 60’s. Sounds like that is a common story in the Corvette world. It’s time for me now.. Dang it!
I also collect and vlog straight razor shaving, old watches and taking naps in my retirement.
I am learning at a rate like drinking from a firehose! I hope you guys are patient as I make mistakes and ask questions that have probably been asked thousands of times.
Rich
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Rich - better late than never on owning a Corvette and the C5 is a very good choice. Welcome and hope you enjoy the forum.
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Welcome to the Forum, Rich, and congratulations on your C5! 
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