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Old Feb 20, 2023 | 06:36 PM
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Quick backstory: my grandpa lived in Las Vegas and bought a 2006 silver convertible in the early 2010s. I’d go visit him and we’d share a lot of fun memories with the car. Early last year he passed away and he passed the car down to me. I transported it back to Indiana and tucked her away for the winter.

I’ve been a passionate Corvette fan for most of my life, but now get the experience of owning one and interacting with the community. I am excited to take care of the car in my grandpas memory, and also do some updates to make it feel a bit more like my own. It’s going to be a very fun first spring/summer with her.

Oh and she has 17k miles!!

Sylvi in her natural habit out in Vegas last year.


Sylvi in the Midwest last week (missing the west)


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Congrats and welcome! Very nice looking car and sorry for the passing of your grandfather.
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A sharp looking set of wheels with great memories. Sorry for your loss and welcome to the forum!
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Fine looking car your grandfather, and now you, have. Welcome to the forum and enjoy the site.
Old Feb 20, 2023 | 11:36 PM
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Welcome from another new 2006 Vert owner. We just got ours on Saturday. It’s Le Mans Blue and has a few more miles…36k

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Sorry for your loss, but cool your keeping the memories rolling along
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Condolences on the passing of your grandfather, but great that he knew you were the right one to pass the car on to.
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Cool story. Enjoy the car in memory of your grandfather. Top down memories are the best.
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Welcome! I’m in the Indy area as well. Looking forward to warmer days soon!
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Congrats and welcome aboard from East Tennessee.
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Welcome and congrats for your Vette! Your grandpa had good taste, Silver color with convertible is very stylish

Enjoy the car in memory of him
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Sweet 'vert and nice pics.
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Hello, welcome to join our big family. I wish you a pleasant stay here

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