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Pro
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From: Florida
I don't buy used high performance cars for many reasons. You have no idea how the used car was broken in or used. Start with a new car that you can take car of as you see fit from the beginning. Unless you plan to track the car, the Z51 package is not necessary.
Melting Slicks
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From: Minnetrista Minnesota
That's a tough one. I have a 2014 2LT Z51 and absolutely love it (last car was a cammed C6Z). Z51 gets you cooling, brakes, E-diff, wheels, spoilers, ect... And if it has Mag ride, that is a big time plus.
If you are just a typical driver, base will serve you fine. If you are like many of us, and see red line on most drives, go for the Z51
If you are just a typical driver, base will serve you fine. If you are like many of us, and see red line on most drives, go for the Z51
Melting Slicks
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From: Just outside a swamp in Florida
My cars are only driven on beautiful days, never driven in the rain, and I change the oil twice as many times as as recommended by the manual. I won't even expel gas in my car.
The next buyer of my car can rest a sure that he's getting a vehicle that was taken care of with tender loving care, and I was saving it for them.
I just don't understand why my best friend and my little brother both say they will never ride with me again?
The next buyer of my car can rest a sure that he's getting a vehicle that was taken care of with tender loving care, and I was saving it for them.
I just don't understand why my best friend and my little brother both say they will never ride with me again?
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Drifting
Joined: Mar 2016
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- Don't want to guess how the previous owner broke it in or took care of it.
- Don't want to find out the real reason why they're selling with very low miles.
- Don't want the Z51 stuff -- if I go to a track, I'll use their car, not mine.
- Wanted a car that was exactly the way I wanted it, and couldn't find one used. (Also really was interested in a C6Z but the ones I liked are as expensive as a new C7 and have all the liabilities mentioned above).
So, all that said, I just ordered a new C7 base M7 3LT with NPP exhaust. I think it will be more than enough car for street driving. Current pricing from MacMulkin is pretty good.
Remember that the time for ordering a C7 is almost gone -- just two weeks left, I think -- though there are lots of cars on dealer lots. In fact, there's a pretty nice base model with Laguna Blue paint and grey salami interior M7, NPP, 2LT and a chrome wheel upgrade that a dealer offered here yesterday, if that color appeals to you: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ance-sale.html
Price seems a tad high, though. I'd be looking for at least 10% off MSRP.
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From: Helendale CA
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Joined: Feb 2015
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From: Knoxville TN
Just to let you know I went with the 2016. Forgot my Dad had worked at GM and I got his employee discount. Hoping to pick up this weekend. Can't wait. Thanks for all your input. You guys are great!
Melting Slicks
Joined: Sep 2004
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From: Southern NJ
My cars are only driven on beautiful days, never driven in the rain, and I change the oil twice as many times as as recommended by the manual. I won't even expel gas in my car.
The next buyer of my car can rest a sure that he's getting a vehicle that was taken care of with tender loving care, and I was saving it for them.
I just don't understand why my best friend and my little brother both say they will never ride with me again?
The next buyer of my car can rest a sure that he's getting a vehicle that was taken care of with tender loving care, and I was saving it for them.
I just don't understand why my best friend and my little brother both say they will never ride with me again?
I can see this on a dealer's add-on sticker right under nitrogen filled tires and etched security glass. lol
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Good choice on the '16 and post up pics when you get the car.
