If anyone looks at that, they will think ...
Am I devaluing my C5 through dilligent maintenance?
Team Owner
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From: Virginia
St. Jude Donor '11
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
Burning Brakes
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From: Fontana CA
Originally Posted by Yello95
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
This is a perfect response!
Racer
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From: FL
Carefully maintaining your car will only help it hold its value. Exaggerated depreciation results from overmodding it to the point that 1) it's virtually impossible to get something fixed when it does go wrong, and 2) the car is modded to the point that it no longer resembles the original, which may result in looks down the nose from the more purist set. If you bought your car with the intent of driving it and enjoying the experience, then do what makes you happy with it. In the long run you'll get more enjoyment out of it, and isn't that why you bought a Vette to begin with?
Burning Brakes
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From: Illinois/Ca
Originally Posted by Ginzo
Also when I purchase something privately I also consider the appearance and demeanor of the seller. Part of your sale's pitch would be to explain the maintenance history and your philosophy on maintenance. I would buy into your story as you have explained it. Keep a paper trail showing the work that you had done in a folder. If I was buying a car and the owner had all the records neatly organized I'd be impressed that he actually took care of the car.
Team Owner
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From: Virginia
St. Jude Donor '11
Originally Posted by Yello95
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
This is a perfect response!
I am sending you a check for $500 ...for the compliment(haven't had anyone say that to a post of mine in years...thanks!
)...
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
Originally Posted by r8edxxx
This is a perfect response! )...
Last edited by Yello95; Sep 3, 2006 at 10:09 PM.
Burning Brakes
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From: Fontana CA
Originally Posted by Yello95
Originally Posted by Yello95
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
I am sending you a check for $500 ...for the compliment(haven't had anyone say that to a post of mine in years...thanks! )...
I think that you have done the smart thing in getting as much fixed or replaced as you can. I would welcome a Corvette that had lots of new parts for "whatever" reason. I think what you have done and are doing would be a plus to a prospective buyer. Anyone who would shy away from a Corvette because it had lots of parts replaced isn't thinking clearly...new parts are new parts...fixed problems are fixed problems
I am sending you a check for $500 ...for the compliment(haven't had anyone say that to a post of mine in years...thanks!
)...
I will PM you my home address. I also take paypal
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Originally Posted by JCFILM
Keep a paper trail showing the work that you had done in a folder. If I was buying a car and the owner had all the records neatly organized I'd be impressed that he actually took care of the car.
As well, keep a record of some of the reasons for the 'work' done (I.e., the wheel issue)
Drifting
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From: Bedford TX
St. Jude Donor '06-'07
Originally Posted by JMc
What does the collective wisdom of C5 general think?
I would suggest that a dealer won't care and you can explain it to a private party even if they took the time to check. (Which most don't.)
Pro
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From: Toronto Ontario
Originally Posted by Mike94ZLT1
Whoa whoa whoa.... Did you buy your car because it holds value or to enjoy it? If you want something that holds value, sell the car and throw it in a money market account or an IRA. If you want to enjoy the car, carry on with what you're doing, and maybe mod it a little 
Melting Slicks
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From: How the hell can I make it faster???
Originally Posted by Mike94ZLT1
Whoa whoa whoa.... Did you buy your car because it holds value or to enjoy it? If you want something that holds value, sell the car and throw it in a money market account or an IRA. If you want to enjoy the car, carry on with what you're doing, and maybe mod it a little
Just enjoy it, C5's are just cheap used cars at this point
Drifting
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From: Marshall Texas
Originally Posted by Mike94ZLT1
Oh I totally see your point too, but realistically, if I was in the market for another C5 I think I would pick the one that looked like it was well maintained and had parts replaced when it needed them.
but true
Racer
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Personally
Originally Posted by JeffC5
I'm in the same boat as you. I take my car in for all kinds of things. My list looks like its a mile long. When it comes time for me to sell....if I ever do, then I'll pull up my list and post it with an explaination of each repair.
jeff
jeff
Drifting
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From: Philadelphia PA
Originally Posted by DRJJ1
IT WOULD TURN ME OFF TO SEE A LONG LIST OF REPAIRS..I WOULD THINK LEMON OR ABUSE OF THE CAR SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO LEAVE CARS ALONE
Personally, if something is broken, fix it. Sometimes you might even replace things that MIGHT go wrong later, because you are fixing another part right next to it at the time.