Just gives me more seat time in my dream car
What is it about the Corvette?
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Safety Car
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From: Visalia CA
The answer is very simple. 
The Corvette is legendary and is "the" only true American made sports car. Throughout it tenure the Corvette has wow'd the masses and has been able to compete against its top tired rivals.
Another important aspect is cost. How many folks can afford a Ferrari or Lamborghini, I'm certain not many, where as the Corvette is still priced within reach of most American incomes.
The Corvette is legendary and is "the" only true American made sports car. Throughout it tenure the Corvette has wow'd the masses and has been able to compete against its top tired rivals.
Another important aspect is cost. How many folks can afford a Ferrari or Lamborghini, I'm certain not many, where as the Corvette is still priced within reach of most American incomes.
Pro
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From: Alberta
Most people think its the "new" corvette since not everyone is into cars, and it does get alot of positive remarks.
However, C3's get more head turning action by far. I even test drove a White 79 with a huge rear window slat a few years back, and I thought peoples heads were going to snap off. Would have bought the car if it didn't have so many problems for a car with "only" 30k - and this was at a dealership. I would also like to note, that 79's did not have ample amounts of power or agility - though they look damn cool.
Next 3 cars I'm buying are: Gold 98 WS6, C3 (preferrably white - surprisingly), and a Red 90 ZR1.
However, C3's get more head turning action by far. I even test drove a White 79 with a huge rear window slat a few years back, and I thought peoples heads were going to snap off. Would have bought the car if it didn't have so many problems for a car with "only" 30k - and this was at a dealership. I would also like to note, that 79's did not have ample amounts of power or agility - though they look damn cool.
Next 3 cars I'm buying are: Gold 98 WS6, C3 (preferrably white - surprisingly), and a Red 90 ZR1.
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From: Southern New Jersey, The wet part at the bottom
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10
I agree with everything in this post, And would just add that we are in a class of car (from a visual standpoint) that stands apart from most cars in high profile styling. Cars from the past that I'll include in this group are the Delage and Delahaye. Two French art deco auto masterpieces from the 30s that had to be a car show wherever they parked.
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Just got mine about two weeks ago. Currently, it is up on the lift in the garage...waiting for the Hawk ceramic pads to arrive!
Anyway, the car just looks great. It is just fun to look at! A piece of automotive art.
Anyway, the car just looks great. It is just fun to look at! A piece of automotive art.
Safety Car
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From: Latrobe PA
Last night driving only 10 minutes to see my buddy's band play I had a guy in a Civic tell me, "Man that sounds nasty... don't beat up on me too bad." Then a few minutes later an older gentleman rolled down his window to ask me what year it was and tell me he thought it was beautiful.
Sure are fun cars... allthough I prefer when it's the ladies flashing *****... which happens once every few months too.
Sure are fun cars... allthough I prefer when it's the ladies flashing *****... which happens once every few months too.
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From: Southington Connecticut
C5 is a rolling piece of art. Looks like its moving when its standing still.
Gives me a smile just to look at is, and grin from ear to ear driving it.
Compliments from others is just a bonus.
Gives me a smile just to look at is, and grin from ear to ear driving it.
Compliments from others is just a bonus.
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From: Lake Mary Florida
... and it is for all these reasons that Vette's must always appear spotless. You rarely see a dirty Vette.
People always say you wash it too much, the reply is always it doesn't matter it's a Corvette.
People always say you wash it too much, the reply is always it doesn't matter it's a Corvette.
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