common problems on 99's
Team Owner
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From: Big Red Ne
Originally Posted by W Muller
This forum is the greatest site I have ever seen for finding out information about corvettes. I have a 99 daily driver and through the forum I have discovered that it isn’t a real reliable car. I have repaired the following; all of which have shown to be problems on this site.
Oil pressure sensor
Fobs
Left differential oil seal
Right fuel tank level sensor
Door lock relays
Ground problems
Cracked flange welds on exhaust system
Got rid of the run flat tires and got a spare and jack
Had a four-wheel alignment done.
Would anyone like to comment on any other problems that might be common to 99’s. I really like these cars but I don’t know if I can afford to keep one. I hate to settle for a Honda just because they don’t break.
Oil pressure sensor
Fobs
Left differential oil seal
Right fuel tank level sensor
Door lock relays
Ground problems
Cracked flange welds on exhaust system
Got rid of the run flat tires and got a spare and jack
Had a four-wheel alignment done.
Would anyone like to comment on any other problems that might be common to 99’s. I really like these cars but I don’t know if I can afford to keep one. I hate to settle for a Honda just because they don’t break.
Pro
Joined: Jul 2002
Posts: 589
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From: Tucker GA
Originally Posted by W Muller
This forum is the greatest site I have ever seen for finding out information about corvettes. I have a 99 daily driver and through the forum I have discovered that it isn’t a real reliable car. I have repaired the following; all of which have shown to be problems on this site.
Oil pressure sensor -not yet
Fobs - battery dies
Left differential oil seal -[I]previous owner fixed under warranty[/I]
Right fuel tank level sensor- [I]not yet[/I]
Door lock relays- [I]not yet[/I[/COLOR]]
Ground problems -not yet
Cracked flange welds on exhaust system - [I]not yet[/I]
Got rid of the run flat tires and got a spare and jack
Had a four-wheel alignment done.
Would anyone like to comment on any other problems that might be common to 99’s. I really like these cars but I don’t know if I can afford to keep one. I hate to settle for a Honda just because they don’t break.
Oil pressure sensor -not yet
Fobs - battery dies
Left differential oil seal -[I]previous owner fixed under warranty[/I]
Right fuel tank level sensor- [I]not yet[/I]
Door lock relays- [I]not yet[/I[/COLOR]]
Ground problems -not yet
Cracked flange welds on exhaust system - [I]not yet[/I]
Got rid of the run flat tires and got a spare and jack
Had a four-wheel alignment done.
Would anyone like to comment on any other problems that might be common to 99’s. I really like these cars but I don’t know if I can afford to keep one. I hate to settle for a Honda just because they don’t break.
I was not aware of the cracked flange problem. Thanks for the heads-up.
Bob
Last edited by REW89; Feb 6, 2006 at 11:14 PM.
Racer
Joined: Jul 2003
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From: The Villages FL
I bought my 99 in 2000 used, with 17k miles on it. I now have over 85k miles on it. Yes, I have experienced the waterpump going, ac leak, oil preesure sensor failure, fuel gage acting up when I used cheap gas, went back to good gas and there were no problems, that good ol rocking seat, I'm on my second glass top and it is starting to peel as the sun is hard on them here in FL. And like others, I've experienced the pita steering column lock (four times).
But I'm still on original clutch and I don't baby it either. I still get approx 17 mpg around town and on our long trips it is 28-30mpg.
I still get kicks and grins every time I get in it. I get the challenges at the traffic light, I take it to the local 1/4 mile track a couple times a year with other club members just for fun, go on cruises, long drives with my wife, and do a few car shows to raise money for a local charity. We have made new friends (corvette owners of course) along the way that will last a lifetime. It is driven every day with miles of smiles! All in all I'd by the same 99 again.
But I'm still on original clutch and I don't baby it either. I still get approx 17 mpg around town and on our long trips it is 28-30mpg.
I still get kicks and grins every time I get in it. I get the challenges at the traffic light, I take it to the local 1/4 mile track a couple times a year with other club members just for fun, go on cruises, long drives with my wife, and do a few car shows to raise money for a local charity. We have made new friends (corvette owners of course) along the way that will last a lifetime. It is driven every day with miles of smiles! All in all I'd by the same 99 again.
Pro
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From: Castle Rock Co
Originally Posted by W Muller
I hate to settle for a Honda just because they don’t break.
Even if you have to replace a clutch, you are still money ahead.
Team Owner
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From: Tellico Village, Tn
St. Jude Donor '08
Had mine for 7 years, the only problem was the relay had to be replaced that requires the clutch pedal to be depressed when starting, and replace the left half shaft seal. Other than that no hint of a problem!!!!
Instructor
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 242
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From: Mims Florida
1999 Problems?
I have a 99 coupe with 70K miles on it that I have had for about eight months. I had to fix the left HVAC door servo problem when I got it but other than that it's been great. No problems other than normal wear and tear ( chipped windshield ) , and tightened up the left side window tract.
Safety Car
Joined: Oct 2004
Posts: 4,816
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From: Plano TX
Transmission replaced at 38000.. Rocking seat problem. Oil pressure sending unit, Seat bolster bladder replced. Gas Gauge problems. Column lock problems. Leak on Driver side window. Stripped out A/C temp control ****.. Mine is a 99 Everything has been fixed under warranty. Thank God I bought the extended warranty. Still love my car. Its a weekend , fair weather driver. I take excellent care of my car. I think I've fixed the most common problems. I still love my Corvette. Just remember its a Chevrolet not a Honda or Toyota
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From: Dear Karma, I have a list of people you missed.
St. Jude Donor '08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16
Originally Posted by donnie brooks
I have owned two corvettes with differential leaks,both on the left side.
Burning Brakes
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From: Bonita CA
Originally Posted by redwarr
You guys are scaring me. I bought mine new 99 vert. been to the shop once for bad tire sensor. 97k now. should i sell? or go for 10# blower!
Thats alot of boost for a stock hi-milaege motor!
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: In the pit, trying to love someone.
I've got a 99 SS and a 99 FRC, no major problems with either! I replaced the water pump on my SS, but everything else has been replaced due to modding :devil:
I also have an 02 Traiblazer I6 2wd, owned it since new and other than a stupid recall on something 3 years ago, its been great?!
I also have an 02 Traiblazer I6 2wd, owned it since new and other than a stupid recall on something 3 years ago, its been great?!
