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Old May 21, 2026 | 11:08 PM
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Just introducing myself. 3 years ago I treated myself to a 2003 50th Anniversary Edition Convertible. My first ever Corvette. Anniversary red with slate interior. Yes… it’s an automatic. Had 17,000 miles. Have added about 2,000 miles since then.

Things done so far:
1) Had ALL fluids and battery replaced upon purchase.
2) Replaced original run-flat tires with Michelin Pilot Sport All Season’s
3) Replaced leaking F55 shocks with C6 Z06 shocks and had F55 programmed out.
4) Rebuilt both headlight motors with new gear guts. One was making noise so I figured other was not far behind. Better to do both at same time.
5) Installed Wind Restrictor wind deflector
6) Complete detail and ceramic coated.

Nothing outrageous. I just wanted a car to drive and enjoy and take to a few car shows. She gets lots of compliments. I’ve come to call the 50th Anniversay a ‘Gentleman’s Corvette’… very classy in style and color. She’s fast enough, and performs well enough, for the type of driving I do… and that’s good enough for me.

Glad to be here,
Mark



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Old May 21, 2026 | 11:45 PM
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Welcome, glad to have another Vert owner aboard.
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welcome from az!!
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Old May 22, 2026 | 05:55 AM
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Sounds like the supercharger is next!
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Top down weather is here, time to cruise with hat, and have fun!
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Great car i love mine
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congrats, 18k on mine when I bought it and she's a 6 speed manual.
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