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I got up at 2am and drug a trailer almost 700 miles today to bring home a 2002 Z28 convertible (6 speed manual). It's a virtual twin (other than a convertible instead of t tops) to my original 2002 that I bought new. I actually believe every option matches right down to the color. It came with piles of service records, a receipt for a new GM installed engine (15k miles/4 years ago) as well as new clutch (with the engine), new window regulators and all kinds of other stuff. The previous owners spent a fortune at the dealer with this car. It was a summer car at the house on lake Michigan. I don't think it's ever seen anything beyond some occasional rain. The steering column is tight and there's no major wear on the seats or steering wheel. It has a few small door dings and I think the paintless dent guys can remove those. Overall, it's a solid and clean car that should be lots of fun. It was also dead stock, not so much as a lid on it.
I'm planning to swap on some larger wheels, lower it a bit, stiffen it a bit, sway bars, exhaust and a "lid". I just want a fun driver to enjoy on nice days. I've actually never owned a convertible in my life, I've always had t tops or targa cars....this should be a new adventure. I don't have many pics, but I'll add a few before I crawl off to bed.
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FRRAX Owner/Admin ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Admin Posts: 15,432 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 ![]() |
I just dropped the 10 spokes off at the wheel refinishing shop. They had a nice Maserati on one of the lifts getting a wheel fixed as well as other fun cars. We picked out a pretty cool color of charcoal with a silver accent (like a dusting so that it looks like metal flake, I really can't explain it) and left the tires to be mounted when they are done. They are going to straighten the bent wheel and refinsh them all. I should have them sometime next week. The guy who helped me was one of the guys from out in the shop and quite a car enthusiast. I made him a good deal on the old tires since he said he loved them and could use them. I think he'll take good care of the wheels. I'm anxious to get them back and see how they look.
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