1st Corvette - C7 M7 Convertible
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From: South Central Texas
1st Corvette - C7 M7 Convertible
Hi All,
I've been a lurker on the forum for a while now. Got the bug during the crazy covid days but didn't pull the trigger until now. I take delivery of my C7 next week. It is very low mileage single owner 2014 3LT. Just in time for the turn to the nicest weather in Central Texas.
I have a few days on receipt where I can evaluate the car in earnest. I expect I can get some accommodation if I find any issues. I already have my oil sample pump ready to draw and quick ship for analysis. Although I've been turning a wrench occasionally for many years I am new to the Corvette. I'm particularly concerned with the Torque Tube state. If anyone knows any shops in the Central Texas area they would recommend for a vehicle lookover I would appreciate the referral.
-jabre
I've been a lurker on the forum for a while now. Got the bug during the crazy covid days but didn't pull the trigger until now. I take delivery of my C7 next week. It is very low mileage single owner 2014 3LT. Just in time for the turn to the nicest weather in Central Texas.
I have a few days on receipt where I can evaluate the car in earnest. I expect I can get some accommodation if I find any issues. I already have my oil sample pump ready to draw and quick ship for analysis. Although I've been turning a wrench occasionally for many years I am new to the Corvette. I'm particularly concerned with the Torque Tube state. If anyone knows any shops in the Central Texas area they would recommend for a vehicle lookover I would appreciate the referral.
-jabre
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Welcome to the forum and congrats on your first Corvette. The 2014 is a very good car for the C7 series.
I recommend you post up your question on who to do a vehicle look over in the Central Texas area in the Southwest Regional Section of the forum.
I recommend you post up your question on who to do a vehicle look over in the Central Texas area in the Southwest Regional Section of the forum.
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Jabre, congratulations to a fellow Texan! You obviously searched for a while and now you are about to reap the rewards. I hope that you enjoy yours as much as I am enjoying mine. And you’re right, the weather is about to peak in our state for about the next six weeks to two months. Welcome to the world of Corvette. Post some pictures when you can. 
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