May 22 2016, 02:37 AM
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FRRAX Owner/Admin ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Group: Admin Posts: 15,437 Joined: 13-February 04 From: Ohio Member No.: 196 |
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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trackbird The new to me 2002 Z28 (convertible) May 22 2016, 02:37 AM
trackbird I'm still opening boxes, but here's a snea... Jun 27 2016, 11:05 PM
Steve91T Sweet. Jun 27 2016, 11:24 PM
CrashTestDummy Christmas in June! Jun 28 2016, 02:17 AM
Steve91T You were unboxing at 7:05 pm. It is now 10:45 pm. ... Jun 28 2016, 02:47 AM
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UMI Performance Kevin,
Assembly looks great. We may need to add ... Jun 28 2016, 05:19 PM
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UMI Performance Steve91T- Good question.
As Kevin mentioned, Sam... Jun 28 2016, 07:30 PM
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79T/A Those brackets are awesome. UMI sold me a set of b... Jun 28 2016, 09:51 PM
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UMI Performance Kevin, I like that low look
Also once you get ... Jun 30 2016, 12:58 PM
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UMI Performance Kevin,
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