O7 Dilemma ?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Tucson Arizona
I never can understand why some folks are hung up about a warranty. I never buy extended warranties after the factory warranty expires. If you're worried about repairs, open a little account that you put money in and pay for the repair if there is one. 10 to 1 there won't be and you'll come out the winner.
I never bought extended warranties on any of the 25 vette I have owned and never have had the need to actually ever needed one.
I figure that the amount I saved by not buying them paid for my 2007 Z51 3LT convert in full from the savings, it had 2,751 miles on it when I bought it. The only things that have needed to be fixed or replaced since the car was new were the trunk gas struts and one battery.
I always go for low mile cars and that is something that is more valuable for the buyer than the year.
Intermediate
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 42
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From: Kalispell Montana
I don't usually get a warranty. But just feel better about getting one for the 07 I bought three weeks ago. Went through Ken Fichtner at kenfichtner@dennymenholt.com. Have just under 18,000 miles, got a 36,000 mile, zero deductible, Platinum warranty for under $2k.
Le Mans Master
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From: FORT LAUDERDALE FL
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2008
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From: omaha nebraska
You do not want a C6 with low miles and in great shape. You should be looking at high mileage, modded out, daily drivers that have never had the oil changed. Now get back out there and leave those low mileage junkers for me. 
Advanced
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 61
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From: Alexandria VA
I bought my 2007 brand new and have 30,300 miles. Only issue was a leaking oil pan gasket and the harmonic balancer. Everything else has been maintenance and some modifications.
If the price is right the go for it. By the way, if the price isn't right I would look for a 2008 or newer. 2008 had several modifications that are worth a slight price premium.
Oh, if you get it replace the GY Eagle Run flats with something else, there are several better options available. You may want to flush and change fluids. I did mine earlier this year. Probably be wise to change the battery.
If the price is right the go for it. By the way, if the price isn't right I would look for a 2008 or newer. 2008 had several modifications that are worth a slight price premium.
Oh, if you get it replace the GY Eagle Run flats with something else, there are several better options available. You may want to flush and change fluids. I did mine earlier this year. Probably be wise to change the battery.
Last edited by Monty2007; Jul 1, 2015 at 10:31 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: West coast CA
Found 07 out of Warranty, has 3LT & more, was part of a collection! Car has only 2,284 miles!!! Car is a red coupe beauty, rated excellent inside & out, car of my dreams! Concerned that it's 9 yrs old without any Warranty!! I have read hear that the best vette to buy is the one you like & that fits your budget & some vettes have problems & some don't !!
I have also read the best vette to buy is the newer the better! This vette to me is NEW, Older year 07 but no miles !
What does the Forum think??
Buy 07 No miles or Buy Newer with more miles?
I have also read the best vette to buy is the newer the better! This vette to me is NEW, Older year 07 but no miles !
What does the Forum think??
Buy 07 No miles or Buy Newer with more miles?
Even if you end up experiencing every one of those problems, but assuming you actually drive the car, your number one maintenance cost item will be tires. And tires will still cost less than fuel and insurance.
One thing to check: some early '07 Coupes were subject to the roof recall. The replacement roofs were painted by the dealer, and some dealers did _not_ do a good job. Inspect the paintwork carefully.
Drifting
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 1,777
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From: Long Island, N.Y.
Found 07 out of Warranty, has 3LT & more, was part of a collection! Car has only 2,284 miles!!! Car is a red coupe beauty, rated excellent inside & out, car of my dreams! Concerned that it's 9 yrs old without any Warranty!! I have read hear that the best vette to buy is the one you like & that fits your budget & some vettes have problems & some don't !!
I have also read the best vette to buy is the newer the better! This vette to me is NEW, Older year 07 but no miles !
What does the Forum think??
Buy 07 No miles or Buy Newer with more miles?
I have also read the best vette to buy is the newer the better! This vette to me is NEW, Older year 07 but no miles !
What does the Forum think??
Buy 07 No miles or Buy Newer with more miles?
With 5515 Miles on Her. Now just turned 5900 last night 
. The only problems I am having is the front license plate bracket(which one to get...Top Flite) and whether or not to put headers, X pipe and mufflers!! 
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2011
Posts: 1,258
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From: O'Fallon Illinois - Currently own a 2016 Z06 1LZ A8 Coupe
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Melting Slicks
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From: Tucson Arizona
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Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2015
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From: Shelbyville Kentucky
I don't sweat warranties. Though I'm lucky and can do most repairs myself.
When I had a 100 mile round trip commute I purchased and old beater car to keep the miles down on my new car I had at the time. I was already pretty good working on cars but that SOB kept me hopping fixing and trouble shooting problems. I even rebuild the 5 speed manual in it. I could not imaging having to pay someone to do all that work...
When I had a 100 mile round trip commute I purchased and old beater car to keep the miles down on my new car I had at the time. I was already pretty good working on cars but that SOB kept me hopping fixing and trouble shooting problems. I even rebuild the 5 speed manual in it. I could not imaging having to pay someone to do all that work...
Team Owner
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From: Oklahoma City OK
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