co signers help!
Drifting
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From: Bowling Green KY
This request reminds me of the guy who came on the forum, he had wrecked his Corvette, and asked for us to fix it for him! We all got a good laugh out of that guy, but this one is even funnier.In fact, if this guy buys this Corvette, which would be a huge mistake, he will probably be back on the forum in a few months, either to help him get it fixed, or to take it off his hands!
Some people are determined to learn at "The School of Hard Knocks"
This guy is certainly in that category.
Pro
Joined: Sep 2003
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From: Race City NC
The original post asking for a co-signer out of the blue floored me, and I thought everyone provided a lot of great advice. 
But, then, there was the follow-up, where all the advice was ignored, along with the news that a "dad's co-worker" had agreed to do it, along with some pictures that I guess I'm not the only one in thinking he's better of waiting for another one.
All I can say is, thanks for deciding to serve your country,
, but listen to what people are saying - IMHO you WILL be much happier. 
But, then, there was the follow-up, where all the advice was ignored, along with the news that a "dad's co-worker" had agreed to do it, along with some pictures that I guess I'm not the only one in thinking he's better of waiting for another one.
All I can say is, thanks for deciding to serve your country,
, but listen to what people are saying - IMHO you WILL be much happier.
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Incase anyone hasnt noticed, this kid does'nt want or care about your advice. He already knows it all, he just needs some sucker to cosign for him. He has not responded once to any of your advice. We all know whats gonna happen to him if he gets this vette....Let him screw up his (and his fathers friends) credit....then he will have learned a lesson the hard way.....
Drifting
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From: Dallas Tx
Originally Posted by Zeek
Incase anyone hasnt noticed, this kid does'nt want or care about your advice. He already knows it all, he just needs some sucker to cosign for him. He has not responded once to any of your advice. We all know whats gonna happen to him if he gets this vette....Let him screw up his (and his fathers friends) credit....then he will have learned a lesson the hard way.....
Agreed. He's 18-19 years old. he knows everything. What do all of us, who have been 18-19 before ourselves, know? I didnt get my first vette till i was 25 and making over 32k/yr. (little secret, i still live with my parents and thats the only reason i can still afford the vette)
I think this kid wants a vette, and probably to join the military, for the wrong reasons. He wants to be macho and cool rather to be responsable, or to fight against tyrany. I know way too many guys who joined up right after high school just because they wanted to be "men" *shrugs* ok i guess. Let's let this kid make his own mistakes. Hope he drives the hell out of that car and enjoys it because he sure as hell won't be driving it for long.
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Sorry for the rant guys. I just hate when people dont listen to reason. And when youve got EVERYBODY you ask jack-hammering that reason into you and you're still not listening, well thats just dumb. Hope they dont let this kid make any command decisions that will determine the security of the country i live in thats for sure.
Shane
Racer
Joined: Jul 2004
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From: Newark California
Woke up this morning, made coffee and thought about this thread before I saw it again. I thought, 30 years ago I was that kid. Running around trying to find a co-signer for a new harley. Maybe for a different reason. It wasnt then and still isnt to show off. Really wanted that bike. My dad was a drunk. A mean one. I just wanted to get my high school dropout *** outa there with my girlfriend. 17 years old and I had always loved harleys. Take a sip off coffee, gray haired with my reading glasses so I can type this. 4 grandchildren. Married that same girl 28 years ago. My Corvette. My own business. The stuff that I think about how to divide in my will when that time comes. That kid will be dissapointed this time and many times more but he will figure it out. Maybe next year Im gonna' think about that Harley some more.
Last edited by TheLaserShop; Nov 27, 2005 at 08:39 AM.
Le Mans Master
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Kid, back off man. Like several have said...it's a BAD IDEA.
Besides, IMHO...that things fugly
.
All your looking at is a BASE Corvette with paint and some gadgets (stereo/chip?).
Hell, when you get out of boot and tech school, get stabilized for a while, you can prolly pick that same ride up less the tacky paint, for 1000's less.
Toss a few grand more into it as you have the $$ and build it they way YOU want it, not accept it the way someone else wanted it
.
JMHO.
G
Besides, IMHO...that things fugly
. All your looking at is a BASE Corvette with paint and some gadgets (stereo/chip?).
Hell, when you get out of boot and tech school, get stabilized for a while, you can prolly pick that same ride up less the tacky paint, for 1000's less.
Toss a few grand more into it as you have the $$ and build it they way YOU want it, not accept it the way someone else wanted it
.JMHO.
G
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From: Baltimore suburbs Maryland
Originally Posted by repo
I think its a great idea. I hope you find someone to help you out. 
Job security for me
Job security for me Thats hilarious I started laughing when I saw that.I agree with most everybody else. Great advice here. Give it about 5 years or so, and eventually you'll grow out of the "i want this thing and I want it now no matter the cost' phase. I did that with a sport bike that is now worth practically nothing.
Right now I hate buying anything that looses its value. Hint, SAVE for a house. If you buy that car, you're gonna put yourself in the hole. There are ALOT of hidden costs to this car. It costs $40 to fill up when premium gas is $2.20/gallon. Insurance? What about insurace? The tires are expensive as *****.
If you are not a avid DIYer with the time or tools necessary you're gonna have to pay somebody to fix the thing when stuff will inevitably go.
And then mods, we know you're not gonna keep this stock and this car is NOT cheap when it comes to mods. A good air intake is $200+.
I look back at my first 2 cars, and I modded them. I didnt go over the wall but I wish I could get back all the $ I sunk into them. Cars are a loosing battle, they will loose $ value, cost you $.
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Originally Posted by BuckyBoy
The reason this whole episode is facinating to me is this young fella is simply a product of our society. We (you and I) created him and his system of "values" in the "NOW" generation.
Pro
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Originally Posted by BuckyBoy
The reason this whole episode is facinating to me is this young fella is simply a product of our society. We (you and I) created him and his system of "values" in the "NOW" generation.
Amen brother! Can I get an AMEN?
Of course it doesn't help that adults perpetuate it. Every kid in our neighborhood had a car bought for them by their parents when they turned 16. Now those cars were all used, and they were Jettas, Accords, and the like, but still... My first car I bought at 18 and it was a $500 1971 Ford Torino 4-door.
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Originally Posted by Old One
I will add my voice to the chorus pointing out that you have gotten excellent advice here. You do not seem to be either smart enough or mature enough to take it.
Pro
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From: Avondale AZ
Originally Posted by 98 silverado
I am about to go into the airforce and I wanted to enjoy it before I go.
I don't know whose Air Force you are joining, but I DO NOT believe you will be able to afford this Vette and the associated cost that come with it on a salary from the United States Air Force!
Your starting pay will be right at 1,250.00 a month before taxes...Good Luck and hope you make a wise choice, and if not have fun while you can!
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From: New Jersey
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Originally Posted by 98 silverado
Thats why I want to get it now instead of waiting, and what sucks is my dad is sitting on his *** not trying to help at all so its a complete downer.
So you want someone here to trust you and take a financial risk on for you, when statements like the above, demonstrate your too immature to take on this type of deal. Also, why would anyone on here beleive you would you respect the deal you made with them, when clearly you have a limited degree of respect for your father? I'm glad to see that you're going into the Air Force and thanks in advance for your service to our Country...it will also help you to grow up, be a man and learn a little about life.
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Originally Posted by 98 silverado
I know I am going out on a limb here, but I thought I would ask here... I have tried all of my relitives and no luck.
I found the perfect corvette here, and all I need is a co signer,
I found the perfect corvette here, and all I need is a co signer,
