26k carefree miles
2008 corvette LS3 convertable
Burning Brakes
Joined: Nov 2009
Posts: 846
Likes: 3
From: Las Vegas NV
08's....LS3, improvements and well into the C6 build cycle, solid choice. Due diligence....have a GM dealer look at the history and have the car inspected, no matter the year you can always run in to issues.
Drifting
Joined: Jun 2000
Posts: 1,872
Likes: 294
From: St. Louis MO
that car is a proverbial BRICKHOUSE. Only potential PITA is oil pan leak on LS3's in general ... some have it, some don't. Other than that, if it's got the options you want, write the check and get ON IT!!!
Safety Car
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 4,024
Likes: 13
From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
That said, right now I think the 08/09 Corvettes offer the best combination of value & reliability & significant year-to-year improvements.
Read & decide for yourself which improvements are important to you: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/1563694469-post5.html
Most folks agree the LS3 engine that debuted in '08 is a big plus.
Which means you might find a great deal on an 06/07.
Enjoy your search.
Melting Slicks
Joined: Feb 2004
Posts: 2,791
Likes: 44
From: Loudon/Lake Mary Tennessee/Florida
My vert is my second '08. I bought a JSB coupe new and kept it for 3 years (57K miles) and traded it last May. In September I purchased the '08 vert. No problems with either. They are great cars. Good luck and welcome to the forum.
You might consider adding your location to your profile. A lot of guys on the forum will let you know if they see something that you have expressed interest in located close to you.
You might consider adding your location to your profile. A lot of guys on the forum will let you know if they see something that you have expressed interest in located close to you.
Team Owner
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 51,040
Likes: 1,160
From: S/W ,Fla-Ohio State Football isn't a matter of life or death,Its Much More serious than that
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