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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 6:49pmMessage 1 of 35

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jgoglick

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Huntsville, AL - USA

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Vette(s): 1971 convertible,375 HP 350ci,Muncie 4-speed,Edelbrock aluminum heads and RPM air-gap manifold,HEI distrubiter - old school mechanical tach drive. LOUD side exhaust!

I finally found one, here's the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem& ;item=4634516040

I've talked with the seller extensively, and I took the plunge. I hope to go up in a week and pick it up. Better pics when I get there. I don't think I'll be sleeping much tonight

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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 7:03pmMessage 2 of 35

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Bladenboro, NC - USA

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Vette(s): 1972 conv., sunfire yellow, blk interior, blk vinyl and convertible top. Off frame restoration with American Speed 383 stroker engine producing 500hp plus a 200hp NOS system. MSD ignition. Hooker super competition headers with chambered exhaust.

Congratulations John. Nice car. Just remember to throw your legs waaaaaaaay out when you get out of the car. You'll learn fast.

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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 7:13pmMessage 3 of 35

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North Charleston, SC - USA

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Vette(s): 1975 L48 AT AC T-top

Congratulation! I was watching this one myself! Does the number on the front pad of the block(original) match the last six mumbers of the VIN? You are going to truly enjoy ypur "first" Vette. Keep us posted once you pick it up.
Scott

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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 7:13pmMessage 4 of 35

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Roseland, NJ - USA

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Vette(s): 1974, 454 with 4 on the floor, matching numbers.

Looks excellent

good luck

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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 7:17pmMessage 5 of 35

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Duncanville, TX - USA

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Vette(s): #1-1974 L-48 4spd Cp Med Red Metallic/Black deluxe int w/AC/tilt/tele./p/w-p/b/ Am-Fm/map light National/Regional/Chapter NCRS "Top Flight" #2-1985 Bright Red/Carmine Cp.L-98/auto Member: NCRS, NCRS Texas, Corvette Legends of Texas

Congrats, John!! You'll love it, I'm sure! You always remember your first one!!! We'll be waiting for the pics when you get it!

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I just bought my first Corvette

Posted: 4/26/06 7:35pmMessage 6 of 35

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jgoglick

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Vette(s): 1971 convertible,375 HP 350ci,Muncie 4-speed,Edelbrock aluminum heads and RPM air-gap manifold,HEI distrubiter - old school mechanical tach drive. LOUD side exhaust!

Yes, the numbers match, although I really don't know what shape it is in. The engine currently in the car is a 406 small block. The previous owner had a buddy who owned an engine shop, hence the new motor.

Another side perk - my route back home will take me right past Bowling Green...I forsee some great photo opportunities!

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