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Old Jun 2, 2026 | 06:58 AM
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Went to the Lingenfelter Cars & Coffee Saturday morning with my IROC. Got there early...and who pulls in right beside me? My old C5!

Paul, the owner now, changed out the stereo HU so he could have bluetooth. Otherwise, it is exactly as it was when I sold it. He loves the car...and I do miss it...



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Old Jun 2, 2026 | 07:23 AM
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Yes, but seeing a CLEAN 3rd Gen is such a rarity to be appreciated also. Nice!
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Old Jun 2, 2026 | 10:52 AM
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Love a good 3rd gen
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Old Jun 2, 2026 | 10:48 PM
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Two very nice cars - and rather cool that your old C5 showed up and parked next to you.
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Thanks guys - I've wanted an IROC since they came out. It was finally time.
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I think we need some more pics and info on the IROC! I owned 2 3rd Gen Z28s, a 1984 5 speed and a 1992 5.7 (last year). Love the 3rd Gens and will have another at some point, must be a hard top though.
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Cool story. Thanks for sharing. I like the Camaro, but I definitely prefer the C5. Glad you've got the car that makes you happy though.
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That's why I wanted my Monte SS, nice clean 80's cars are good to have and enjoy.


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Originally Posted by 4XLR8N
Thanks guys - I've wanted an IROC since they came out. It was finally time.
Maybe I missed it, what year is your IROC?

https://www.gmpowerhouses.com/2021/0...980s-road.html
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