Handling
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Handling
So my son & I took my ‘89 C4 to Deals Gap for the first time earlier today. There were a couple of tight curves that “snuck up” on me & I went in a little hot (or so it seemed to me) but the car went around them like it was on rails. Is the C4 known for its handling abilities?
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So my son & I took my ‘89 C4 to Deals Gap for the first time earlier today. There were a couple of tight curves that “snuck up” on me & I went in a little hot (or so it seemed to me) but the car went around them like it was on rails. Is the C4 known for its handling abilities?
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Compared to he 63-82 suspension and tires the C4 is light years ahead. But compared to newer Vettes there’s a little left on the table. But compared to other 80’s early 90’s cars it’s one of the best
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Is the question for real? "Is the C4 known for handling?"
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
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Is the question for real? "Is the C4 known for handling?"
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
after I bought my 94 one of the first things I did was find off and on ramps or long sweeping turns to find the limits of the car/driver.
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Is the question for real? "Is the C4 known for handling?"
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
IDK how someone could own one -someone who's old enough to have a son who owns one with him....and not know this.
Yes....the handling was legendary in the 80's, class dominating in racing, and record setting for street cars when it was introduced.
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O.K. I got you. You're younger then....too young to be around or "paying attention to cars" when the C4 was out. Yes, the handling for the time was ground breaking.
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I get your point, but my question is why did you buy a vette, especially that one? If I don't know the back ground of a car it makes it hard for me to buy something if I know nothing about.
Wait until you find out out how good the new ones are... You are F'D!!
On a serious note, it seems you are very naive to the car. Be ready for car shops to rip you off, and be totally screwed when it breaks. I would say start researching.
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LOL, he had a valid question.
I get your point, but my question is why did you buy a vette, especially that one? If I don't know the back ground of a car it makes it hard for me to buy something if I know nothing about.
Wait until you find out out how good the new ones are... You are F'D!!
On a serious note, it seems you are very naive to the car. Be ready for car shops to rip you off, and be totally screwed when it breaks. I would say start researching.
I get your point, but my question is why did you buy a vette, especially that one? If I don't know the back ground of a car it makes it hard for me to buy something if I know nothing about.
Wait until you find out out how good the new ones are... You are F'D!!
On a serious note, it seems you are very naive to the car. Be ready for car shops to rip you off, and be totally screwed when it breaks. I would say start researching.
I bought “that one” because I was initially looking for a C3 but I found the C4 to give better bang for the buck. Most C3s in my price range were in marginal to poor condition while the C4s in the same price range were much nicer.
I do most maintenance on all my cars & motorcycles myself so I don’t look to be ripped off too often.
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I bought a Corvette because I’ve always wanted one.
I bought “that one” because I was initially looking for a C3 but I found the C4 to give better bang for the buck. Most C3s in my price range were in marginal to poor condition while the C4s in the same price range were much nicer.
I do most maintenance on all my cars & motorcycles myself so I don’t look to be ripped off too often.
Also this:
https://www.hagerty.com/articles-vid...being-too-good
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And in the northeast I have to seriously worry about frame rust that the C3s are really prone to.
BUT
the car was still drivable. He said he got a gap behind the doors, but that was OK. I remember this from the mid 80's and I still shake my head.
If buying a 2 or 3, you should always take an awl and press it into the frame there as a quick check before an inspection up on a rack.
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That was the cornering target on the car when released and they did indeed reach it. But it made the 84 hard to live with. You will see various suspension changes throughout the model years that attempt to keep the 1g target but have the car ride more comfortably. This aspect of the C4 makes interesting reading from an engineering perspective if you are curious.
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So my son & I took my ‘89 C4 to Deals Gap for the first time earlier today. There were a couple of tight curves that “snuck up” on me & I went in a little hot (or so it seemed to me) but the car went around them like it was on rails. Is the C4 known for its handling abilities?
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So yes it is a great handling car and was dominant in racing.
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the damn things handle like they are go- carts or on tracks. I love it. Back in the 60s, my brother had a 61. Talk about handleing like a boat. We (he) even turned it up on its side one day when we were riding around and he wanted to show off for some cheerleader.,
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My 90 is the first Vette I have owned and I have been AMAZED at the handling capabilities! Full circle off ramps are the best. it almost feels like you have to hold the car out of the curve instead of into it. Having said that, a man has to know his driving limitations (and the cars) or that could be so damn messy! lol
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