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Any bad experiences?
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Instructor
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From: MI
Any bad experiences?
As a soon to own my first new vette, I've been reading horror stories of vette owners experiencing, jealousy, vandalism on their cars, anger from other drivers for no other reason than driving your vette, and even violence. Is this wide spread with vette owners?
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I appreciate your concerns but from what I've seen in the news "bad experiences" are not unique to Corvette owners. I'd guess the Corvette is statistically insignifigant in acts of vandalism, road rage and violence. I tend to think much depends on where one lives, where one goes and how one acts. Would I drive or park my Corvette in Harlem or Compton late at night? Not likely! My experiences with Corvette ownership have been good ones. No, make that great ones! Sure, I've had other cars try to induce me to street race but I take that as a compliment. Hell, if you want to experience being constantly cut-off by other drivers on the road try driving a truck pulling a trailer. I don't know where you live, where you might venture or your temperment but I think your fears are unfounded.
That said roll-up the windows, lock the doors and keep your weapon handy.
(just kidding)
That said roll-up the windows, lock the doors and keep your weapon handy.
(just kidding)
Instructor
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No attempts to car jack, key the paint, or similar damage. Some attempts to race away from stop lights -- I just smile as I do not need to prove how good or fast my Corvette is.
So enjoy driving and owning your Corvette.
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Every once in a while, I'll run into a knucklehead. Years ago with my C5, some kid (probably riding by on his bike) through a Coke into my car (top was down) while I was in dropping off a package at a UPS store - was probably in there for 10 minutes max with the car right outside the door. Luckily, I didn't see it happen and catch the guy because I'd probably be in jail right now. 
But for the most part, just be very aware of where you park your car, and if possible, always keep it in view. You can't stop everyone, but at least you can make it less vulnerable to the knuckleheads. Besides, that's what insurance is for - you just have to hope that you never have to use it!
Congrats on your new ride! And welcome to the brotherhood!
But for the most part, just be very aware of where you park your car, and if possible, always keep it in view. You can't stop everyone, but at least you can make it less vulnerable to the knuckleheads. Besides, that's what insurance is for - you just have to hope that you never have to use it!
Congrats on your new ride! And welcome to the brotherhood!
Drifting
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From: Henderson NV
Congrats on your soon to own Corvette. Remember, 
I get some looks. I'm a retired Navy Chief, disabled, service connected. I have Handicap plates on both cars, and when I park the C6 in a Handicap spot I sometimes get looks. I realize it looks funny, a Handicap plate on a C6, but some of the folks see the scar on my left leg when wearing shorts and the resulting limp. It's easy getting in, harder getting up and out, but once behind the wheel and rowing the gears, MN6, all is well. I also consider the clutch action during shifts as therapy for the left leg.
I get some looks. I'm a retired Navy Chief, disabled, service connected. I have Handicap plates on both cars, and when I park the C6 in a Handicap spot I sometimes get looks. I realize it looks funny, a Handicap plate on a C6, but some of the folks see the scar on my left leg when wearing shorts and the resulting limp. It's easy getting in, harder getting up and out, but once behind the wheel and rowing the gears, MN6, all is well. I also consider the clutch action during shifts as therapy for the left leg.
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From: Loveland CO to Central Coast CA
No bad experiences for me. Not even close.
Just the opposite: Lots of friendly car-people and good times.
Drive "friendly" and most folks will treat you right.
Of course, common sense precautions help; for instance, whenever possible I park in safe areas far from crowds.
Just the opposite: Lots of friendly car-people and good times.
Drive "friendly" and most folks will treat you right.
Of course, common sense precautions help; for instance, whenever possible I park in safe areas far from crowds.
Le Mans Master
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Le Mans Master
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From: SE Ohio
Approaching my first year of ownership and my experiences in SE Ohio have been positive. Like others have said, be mindful of where you go and park it. I park my Mazda3 in the boondocks too. There are idiots and jealous people everywhere so you never know, but so far it’s been a great experience.