Thanks to everyone on this board, you've helped guide me in the right direction to getting a contour! This board is amazing!

I'm picking up my 1999 CSVT tonight - woohoo! This baby is red on tan, tints all around, and only 67K (kms), built 04/21/99, #1969/2760 - I can't wait!

So here's the deal - is there anything I need to look for during my first few weeks of ownership. I've heard of all the water pump complaints, but I'm still uncertain as to whether the 99's were affected by this problem. Any thing else to worry about?

Also, this will be my first MTX vehicle - how does the clutch / shifter compare to other vehicles with MTX? Any tips / tricks on learning to drive standard? I'm not too worried, as I've driven a stick a couple of times - I just need some serious practice on my own vehicle, but I'm a little nervous nontheless!

Thanks again!


1999 Red / Tan SVT
#1969 of 2760
Built 4/21/99

KKM Intake
Factory Spoiler
35% Tint all around