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Melting Slicks
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again pure speculation. There is always something changing to keep new buyers interested, and it may be 25hp in 08, then another bump, and another.
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If I were into C4s I maybe would get rid of one C4 to "move up" to another, later model C4. Or a ZR1, or Grand Sport. The C4 had a 13 year run and a lot of changes were made during that run. So yes were I into C4s there is a big difference between an '84 C4 and a '96 Grand Sport. If I had an '84 and had my heart set on a Grand Sport for awhile and finally got the chance to get one, then that would be worth an "intra generational" change.
But I would never consider getting rid of one C5 for another C5 in an attempt to 'move up" or one C6 for another C6 in an attempt to "move up", unless one was a Z06.
This is why I will be waiting for the C7 and why I can't get excited by the supposed changes coming in the '08.
Even if all of the ones which have been discussed come to fruition, it still will not be worth it to me to invest in an '08 C6 as opposed to holding onto that cash and putting it towards a C7.
I'd be kicking myself right now if I had gone from an '01 C5 to an '04 C5.... when the '04s came out.
Last edited by '06 Quicksilver Z06; Jan 25, 2007 at 12:51 AM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Visalia CA
Perhaps so, but I'll wait for the C7. I will never buy 2 different Corvettes from the same generation if those generations are C5 and C6. Unless one is a Z06
If I were into C4s I maybe would get rid of one C4 to "move up" to another, later model C4. Or a ZR1, or Grand Sport. The C4 had a 13 year run and a lot of changes were made during that run. So yes were I into C4s there is a big difference between an '84 C4 and a '96 Grand Sport. If I had an '84 and had my heart set on a Grand Sport for awhile and finally got the chance to get one, then that would be worth an "intra generational" change.
But I would never consider getting rid of one C5 for another C5 in an attempt to 'move up" or one C6 for another C6 in an attempt to "move up", unless one was a Z06.
This is why I will be waiting for the C7 and why I can't get excited by the supposed changes coming in the '08.
Even if all of the ones which have been discussed come to fruition, it still will not be worth it to me to invest in an '08 C6 as opposed to holding onto that cash and putting it towards a C7.
I'd be kicking myself right now if I had gone from an '01 C5 to an '04 C5.... when the '04s came out.
If I were into C4s I maybe would get rid of one C4 to "move up" to another, later model C4. Or a ZR1, or Grand Sport. The C4 had a 13 year run and a lot of changes were made during that run. So yes were I into C4s there is a big difference between an '84 C4 and a '96 Grand Sport. If I had an '84 and had my heart set on a Grand Sport for awhile and finally got the chance to get one, then that would be worth an "intra generational" change.
But I would never consider getting rid of one C5 for another C5 in an attempt to 'move up" or one C6 for another C6 in an attempt to "move up", unless one was a Z06.
This is why I will be waiting for the C7 and why I can't get excited by the supposed changes coming in the '08.
Even if all of the ones which have been discussed come to fruition, it still will not be worth it to me to invest in an '08 C6 as opposed to holding onto that cash and putting it towards a C7.
I'd be kicking myself right now if I had gone from an '01 C5 to an '04 C5.... when the '04s came out.
oh I'm with you on that, I kinda interpreted your original post from the viewpoint of someone who is always waiting for the next "big" thing before buying. There really is nothing they can do in the C6 line that will make me consider selling mine and buying another. I can add more power myself for a much cheaper cost than depreciation.
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From: Short Hills, NJ
Also, people say GM can't undermine the Z06 or offend other Corvette
owners by making the LS3 too good. The world is much, much bigger
than this little community. There is competition from everywhere. The
base models account for 80% of sales. That's the bread and butter.
GM better keep the base models competitive or the C6 market is never
going to crawl out of the toilet.
owners by making the LS3 too good. The world is much, much bigger
than this little community. There is competition from everywhere. The
base models account for 80% of sales. That's the bread and butter.
GM better keep the base models competitive or the C6 market is never
going to crawl out of the toilet.
We might see 450hp or maybe only 425hp, might even see the regular Z06 go away and we could have a 450hp base car selling along side a 600hp+ SS/Blue Devil/Z07.
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From: Short Hills, NJ
A mid engined car would also make the convertible model more difficult to design and market (much less luggage space).
Burning Brakes
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From: Reno NV
Problem with mid-engine, along with a seperate, new, chassis ($$$$$$) is the loss of everyday usability. With front engine look at how much hatch space there is. Thats axactly where the engine would be if mid-engine.
As has been mentioned, aerodynamics would not be improved, or if so, very slightly.
*Adding* (alongside the FR) a MR layout would be moving a step towards making vette its own brand. Lob it in with caddy dealers and Im OK with that.
As has been mentioned, aerodynamics would not be improved, or if so, very slightly.
*Adding* (alongside the FR) a MR layout would be moving a step towards making vette its own brand. Lob it in with caddy dealers and Im OK with that.
Last edited by ilkhan; Jan 25, 2007 at 01:50 AM.
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The C7 introduction in four years .............. The Corvette as an American sports car Icon is changing. GM may consider the European market a more profitable market for the new C7 
Just as Corvette racing is considering not racing here any more, Europe & Asia may become the primary market. That would most definitely impact the design and engines of the new C7.
Hey who knows what goes on at GM
They make our Corvettes but they really need to get their act together.
Just as Corvette racing is considering not racing here any more, Europe & Asia may become the primary market. That would most definitely impact the design and engines of the new C7.
Hey who knows what goes on at GM
They make our Corvettes but they really need to get their act together.
