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The "Corvette Wave"
is an integral part of the mystic and culture of the Corvette owner
experience. Corvette owners who wave at fellow Corvette owners show a mark
of recognition that you are among the elite group of intelligent people who
are driving America's True Sports Car. And as a member of this elite group,
you should be recognized for your pose and intelligence. So for those who
don't know the five simple Corvette Wave rules, here they are:
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There is no excuse for
not waving at your fellow Corvette owner.
Although most Corvette owners have the class and understanding to accept
when their wave is not returned, not waving is a serious breach of proper
Corvette etiquette.
- Whoever sees the other Corvette first, starts the wave.
There isn't any rule about who waves first.
This is simple; if you see another Corvette, wave!
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Rules 1 and 2 apply to
both sexes.
As far as who starts the
wave, it doesn't make a difference if you are a man or women. Rules 1 and
2 apply.
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Any type of wave is okay.
Whether you shoot a big wave up through your
open Vette top, out the window, or a quick salute with your hand on the
steering wheel, any wave that can be seen by the other Corvette driver is
okay. However, this does not include any style of jester that can be
interpreted as obscene or insulting. Remember, Corvette owners are a class
act; while someone might have been rude or stupid to you, try not to
return the favor. (This is a tough rule not to break with all the stupid
drivers who manage to get a driver's license.)
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A late wave is better than
no wave.
If you suddenly realize that a Corvette driver
is passing and waving at you, get a wave off as soon as possible. The
other Corvette driver may see your wave in their rear view mirror and
realize that you where just a little late in getting your wave going.
Although missing the timing of your wave is a "goof," this can be
acceptably covered by getting off a wave that the other Corvette driver
has a chance to see.
So you can see the
underlying concept here is simple, Wave at you fellow
Corvette owners, whoever they are, whenever you see them. This will
show you are a person who understands the full measure and etiquette that
comes with your proud ownership of a Corvette. |