View Poll Results: Do you like coupe styling or vert styling better?
Coupe
111
70.70%
Convertible
31
19.75%
Neither
15
9.55%
Voters: 157. You may not vote on this poll
C7 styling
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I am thinking about switching over to a coupe but this is going to be a very difficult decision and I have heard the same from a variety of others here.
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From: Calgary, AB. There's a reason why white was the only color offered on every year Corvette. Proud Canadian German Jamaican!
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I like my cars like I like my women, tops off.
Drifting
Joined: Aug 2011
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From: Long Beach California
The C7 didn't register for me until I saw the convertible, unveiled in Geneva several days ago, and followed-up with detailed videos on YouTube. In a similar vein, I had only mild interest in the C6 until the Grand Sport was introduced. Then, I just had to have one!
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But if the spread is that $5k to $7k between the two I do have another option. Get a Coupe with two tops. Rather than the painted top get the Carbon fiber one that is much lighter to remove throughout the topless season (April - November in the NorthEast) and a transparent one for the colder weather. The option for both may cost only about $1,400 to $2,150. Significantly less than the Vert bottom line.
I wait for the New York Auto Show for more input.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Apr 2007
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From: Sugarland/Houston TX
The grass is greener on the other side applies to this!!! I previously owned a C6 convertible. Having the top down is awesome especially with the improved interior of the C7. It’s kinda like having 2 different looks- top up and top down. It is also easier to clean the interior with the top down. On the other hand, I like the coupe because of the more radical styling, better lines, additional vent, and it’s somewhat of a convertible with the hardtop off. I can also stuff the kidos in the trunk of the coupe for short rides
I will more than likely get a coupe. There are quite a few negatives to the convertible such as sun burns, rigidity, safety, wear & tear and 5-10K additional cost. Furthermore, the convertible may not be available for the Z-model for quite some time if at all- I plan to purchase immediately when the Z is out.
I will more than likely get a coupe. There are quite a few negatives to the convertible such as sun burns, rigidity, safety, wear & tear and 5-10K additional cost. Furthermore, the convertible may not be available for the Z-model for quite some time if at all- I plan to purchase immediately when the Z is out.
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You're kidding right! Isn't that illegal? I use to ride in the back of my father's '78 Corvette but that was before seat belt laws and common sense