1997 Corvette
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1997 Corvette
We have a very clean 1989 Corvette that we are selling and I just found a very nice one owner 1997 Corvette. I was wondering what I should look for, also wondering if this was a good year or if there were any quirks I should be aware of. I also own a 2002 which I love, but the 1989 is my sons car and he wants to move up to a C5 but this is stretching the budget for him even at a 1997. Thanks ahead of time .
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I've got some files that may help you out - including a Corvette Buyers Checklist. I'd be glad to send them to you if you PM me your e-mail address.
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If he has to "stretch the budget", it'll be worth it. There's no comparison between a C4 and C5. I had an 84 before I got my 98. Big difference. As far as quirks or if it was a good year, it was a pretty consistent production run from 97 to 04. All years were good and they all had their quirks.
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If he has to "stretch the budget", it'll be worth it. There's no comparison between a C4 and C5. I had an 84 before I got my 98. Big difference. As far as quirks or if it was a good year, it was a pretty consistent production run from 97 to 04. All years were good and they all had their quirks.
Absolutely agree. The way they drive is a night and day difference.
