Trying to gauge the current value of my '14 Stingray Z51
11-29-2015, 04:38 PM
#23
Le Mans Master
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I'm actively looking right now. I can say without a doubt that getting the equivalent of $54,035 for a 2014, 2LT, Z51 coupe, sold private, is VERY good. Consider that there are several out there with low mileage and GM certified for $55K to $56K. There are a few not certified, with a clean carfax for around $52K and that's asking from dealers. This time of year is probably the best to buy, spring is the time to sell.
Yes some dealers have higher prices as do some private folks. They're hoping to find someone who wants that particular car and doesn't care what it costs. It happens, but not often.
BTW, to achieve finding one at the best price, my search range is 300 miles.
Yes some dealers have higher prices as do some private folks. They're hoping to find someone who wants that particular car and doesn't care what it costs. It happens, but not often.
BTW, to achieve finding one at the best price, my search range is 300 miles.
road, I'm in Concord, NC, and have been searching out 300 miles also for a Vert. These things just haven't dropped in price. I'm seeing '14's with asking prices at what I can get a '16 for at one of our forum dealers. It's going to be a long search I think.
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Rebel Yell (11-30-2015)
12-04-2015, 10:18 AM
#25
Le Mans Master
I think some negative press on the Z06 is bolstering the Z51 values. Many reviews have said the Z51 car is the car to own, versus the Z06. Those reviews influence purchase decisions for sure. From what I've seen, Z51's are in pretty stout demand....people freakin love them.
I'm just waiting for one to fall into my price zone next year then she's all mine.
I'm just waiting for one to fall into my price zone next year then she's all mine.
12-04-2015, 12:52 PM
#26
Safety Car
The Z51's I believe sell better than the Z06's because of the price.Would it be the same if the Z06 was the same price as the Z51's?I seriously doubt it.I hear people selling their Z-51's for A Z06.I don't hear people selling their Z06 for A Z51.
12-07-2015, 01:00 PM
#27
Team Owner
I think some negative press on the Z06 is bolstering the Z51 values. Many reviews have said the Z51 car is the car to own, versus the Z06. Those reviews influence purchase decisions for sure. From what I've seen, Z51's are in pretty stout demand....people freakin love them.
I'm just waiting for one to fall into my price zone next year then she's all mine.
I'm just waiting for one to fall into my price zone next year then she's all mine.
The other way around the Z06 helps the z51 price. Negative press effects both cars!
12-15-2015, 06:32 PM
#29
12-15-2015, 08:51 PM
#30
I don't get it--'16 2 or 3LT listing for ~$70k, can buy with discounts for ~$62k take off $5k/yr depreciation and you should be seeing hoards of them for $52k. Dealers keep advertising '14's with 1000 miles or less for about the same as you can buy one new--do people just go buy and not shop or have they got rocks in their heads? Once you've driven that low mileage '14 for a year and now have 10,000 miles and the '17's come out yours is going to be worth in the mid-40's. So, either buy new or wait a year. At some point the '14's will have to start to depreciate--'til then drive your C-5 or C-6!
12-21-2015, 03:12 PM
#31
I don't get it--'16 2 or 3LT listing for ~$70k, can buy with discounts for ~$62k take off $5k/yr depreciation and you should be seeing hoards of them for $52k. Dealers keep advertising '14's with 1000 miles or less for about the same as you can buy one new--do people just go buy and not shop or have they got rocks in their heads? Once you've driven that low mileage '14 for a year and now have 10,000 miles and the '17's come out yours is going to be worth in the mid-40's. So, either buy new or wait a year. At some point the '14's will have to start to depreciate--'til then drive your C-5 or C-6!
12-21-2015, 03:56 PM
#32
C7
12-21-2015, 04:01 PM
#33
Safety Car
It's weird I bought mine in June of 2014 and I go look at prices and it's only A few thousand
Less than when I bought it new.Maybe when the 17's come out they'll go down more.
The C7 is popular it seems.
Less than when I bought it new.Maybe when the 17's come out they'll go down more.
The C7 is popular it seems.
12-22-2015, 03:29 PM
#35
12-22-2015, 04:13 PM
#36
That issue has long since been resolved.
2016 is a far cry from the early 2014 LT1s.....
12-22-2015, 05:47 PM
#37
12-22-2015, 06:21 PM
#38
2014 C7 Z51 Review
More issues with the first year of a new generation.
I have a 2006 Z06.....now with 61K...It's been a wonderful car to date.
There have been NO issues of any kind.
The original battery even lasted 7.5 years ! (on a float charger when not used for several days)
12-23-2015, 08:31 AM
#40
Be careful fellas...I once thought to question the value and depreciation rate of the mighty Corvette back when I was looking at C6s and in response I was: flamed, boiled, tarred, feathered, and darn nearly banned I think.
So...don't question it. In fact, if anyone around here asks, you're to tell them that our cars "appreciate" so as to avoid the dangers I faced.
You can thank me later. Good luck out there.
So...don't question it. In fact, if anyone around here asks, you're to tell them that our cars "appreciate" so as to avoid the dangers I faced.
You can thank me later. Good luck out there.