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Old 05-02-2016, 05:02 AM
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Hey guys looking for a C7 anything to avoid 2014 cars , 6 speed Autos etc ??? Getting a bit concerened I have read about 4 engine meltdowns , lots of overheating etc ..... :-( is this the exception to the rule , just year one cars ?? Guessing i am after an honest list of concerns with these cars ???
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I have a 2016 and it works great!
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My 2014 has been virtually perfect...
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I would be concerned if I were buying a C7. Too many problems no matter what year.
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After reading the forum since the introduction of the C7, it seems most issues other than the occasional lemon, were relatively minor.

2014: connector cable for infotainment system was the most common, sluggish infotainment response, roof issue
2015: some transmission issues with A8, sluggish infotainment, roof issue
2016: no issues reported, infotainment processor was improved, apple car play/ android auto capability added, front cameras added, power hatch/deck lid pull down added
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After years of research and reading this forum, I have concluded that the number one problem with the C7, when there is one, is the loose nut behind the wheel.

We tend to be a fussy, thin skinned whinny bunch.
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My '14 has 23,000 miles on it. The fit and finish is very good. The only time my Vette has been to the dealer is for oil changes. My Vette was delivered during the end of May 2014.
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Encouraging so far , what was the issues with the A8 ?? I read about some issues with the A6 boxes ??
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2015 No issues, no problems. If the C7 was not a quality sportscar you would know it from many sources. The sales and excitement around the looks, performance, and overall quality are there.
Looking for exceptions you will find a few but they do not represent the majority.
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I have a 15 Coupe. I really like it. I have had the A8 transmission programming updated but the issue between first and second or third gears still exists. Its like it doesn't move to the next gear smoothly.
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Originally Posted by bigblock427
My '14 has 23,000 miles on it. The fit and finish is very good. The only time my Vette has been to the dealer is for oil changes. My Vette was delivered during the end of May 2014.
Same here, but I only have 5k miles. Delivered June 4, 2014.
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I got my 14 mid April of 14 sn 20599 and it's been great. Just went over 25K miles and looking forward to another summer of great driving and road trips.
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There was a recall on the fuel filler neck anti theft screen for a few 2014s, think most have been accomplished. Other than that my 2014 has been problem free.
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Originally Posted by roocarl
Hey guys looking for a C7 anything to avoid 2014 cars , 6 speed Autos etc ??? Getting a bit concerened I have read about 4 engine meltdowns , lots of overheating etc ..... :-( is this the exception to the rule , just year one cars ?? Guessing i am after an honest list of concerns with these cars ???
Carl
The one your looking at is missing a couple of parts

2015 Z51, M7, it's been perfect.
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14 Z51 vert with 39,000 miles. Water pump went out. headlight out. That's it -- both under warranty.
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2014 3LT base model, s/n 12,206, delivered 2/19/14. 10,489 miles.

Valve cover gasket oil leak. Replaced gasket. No problems.
Infotainment screen partially blanked out. Replaced, no problems since.
Roof pins replaced due to noise.
Loose nut behind the wheel....still loose....

Other than those minor problems the car has been great.

Good luck with your search.
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Originally Posted by PaulB
I have a 15 Coupe. I really like it. I have had the A8 transmission programming updated but the issue between first and second or third gears still exists. Its like it doesn't move to the next gear smoothly.
so you accept the fact the tranny is not shifting correctly ?

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Old 05-02-2016, 01:51 PM
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so you accept the fact the tranny is not shifting correctly ?
No, I don't accept it. Its a minor thing, sooner or later they will figure it out.
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Here is the list of problems with my 2015 Z51 2LT:

1) cup holder divider... seriously, who the **** engineered this thing?
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Originally Posted by bcegaleace
Here is the list of problems with my 2015 Z51 2LT:

1) cup holder divider... seriously, who the **** engineered this thing?
No kidding, I'd like to slap the **** out of that moron, then slap this **** out of his superior that let it make production.


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