Bail money

 

Mine would just want to stay home too!

 

Car wash quarter roll. Three waffle microfiber towels, maguiars wash soap in a small bottle, two wash mitts, detail spray

 

First aid kit
Smoke detector since the ones in hotel rooms seem to have dead batteries
Small bag with a few common hand tools

 

Yeah, can't forget those.

 

Is this a real question? It's a new car, pack what you will wear and drive it.

I'm continually amazed at the level of OCD some Vette owners have. If I ever get to the point I bring buckets and other stuff on a road trip so I can wash it every night I hope my wife slaps some sense back into me. It's a Chevy. Drive it.

 

Rich, we have taken many road trips. There's nothing special to take that I can suggest. When we go in the Vette we usually pack enough cloths for approx. four days, and then wash along the way. Most all of the modern lodgings have laundry facilities. I do take some towels (as it's been said, I can't drive a filthy car. Dirty yes, filthy no. ), and window cleaner (your favorite brand of course). Then, just have a blast.

BTW, I have a concealed carry permit, so my side arm rides with me always. And, I always install a front end cover. Rocks love the front of new Corvettes, mine anyway.

 

Take a nap, grump.

 

Thanks noob.

 

Thanks for (most) of the responses guys! I guess I'm more worried about 'securing & protecting' the car while parked.. I've got the cleaning gear & clothing figured out from motorcycle touring. I used to have a gigantic cable lock, I'd wrap it around frame of my bike and anything else solid I could find. I've had 'nice' cars before, but nothing that gets attention like the C7, just don't want any issues while parked over night.

 

I usually try to park as close to the front door of the hotel as I can. If that's not possible I'll park under a light. Don't worry, you'll get used to leaving the car alone (it took me a few days). It will be fine, just don't leave anything in the cabin that can be easily seen. Enjoy your trip.

 

It would be easy for me to just say, forget about the concerns and just have fun, but it's not my car, and I'm not you. If you are concerned, you have the right to be.

For me, I guess I have a lower worry threshold than many, in spite of many years in LE. When I travel, I take the best precautions I can, ie, parking in front of the room, not leaving stuff in plain view in the car, or room, not bringing stuff you cannot replace easily, etc, etc.

The chances are almost overwhelming that no one will mess with your car, so why worry. And, if they do, in spite of your basic security, you'll deal with it via insurance, police reports etc.

I was riding in Florida once (Lord, I hate that state for motorcycling ) and I stopped at a cheap motel in a reasonably safe looking neighborhood. I took my normal precautions as mentioned above. Later that night I awoke to screams from the room next door, then gunfire. I rolled onto the floor, waited for the commotion to end, then went outside to talk to the police. Guess the point is, do what you can for safety, then go have fun.

I believe that the more paranoid one is about traveling, the less fun they are gonna have. Definitely the case when motorcycling! And it is the same for car trips.

I also have opinions about trying to keep my white Vette clean while out on the road. Ain't gonna happen because I'm lazy, and a realist. Bring some windshield cleaner, and when it's really dirty run it thru a car wash.

Go have fun and post lots of pics. Remember, without pictures, it didn't happen.

 

Here's what I think are essential....clothing optional in suitcase...consider using space for more beer/wine/vodka

 

I've done quite a few long distance road trips and a few things I wouldn't travel without:

1. GPS pre-loaded with up-to-date maps and waypoints for places you're visiting. Paper maps work great for planning/modification, so I bring them along as well, but having guided directions is much nicer... I prefer to keep my eyes on the road/view and out of a map.
2. Cell phone (preferably a smartphone) pre-loaded with your itinerary and the GPS coordinates for places you're visiting in case GPS dies (has replaced hard copies of many things for me). Camera is great for documenting things related to the car, using the Flash/LED as a light, etc. Oh, and it's great for calling for help when you're stuck someplace.
3. Basic first aid kit (Doesn't take-up much room; needing a band-aid and not having one makes for a bad day)
4. Basic tools (crescent wrench, needle nose pliers, driver set, socket set, etc.) can get you a long way. I use a little kit (Craftsman 63-piece Mechanic's tool set with soft side case) supplemented with a 13mm wrench (the most common on my car). Having to take off your battery terminals using only a letherman sucks, but even that saved the day when I needed to reset something on the car.
5. OBDII trouble code reader (being able to clear a DTC, especially one that puts the car into limp mode, is the difference between driving to a dealer/service station and having to be towed.

This is an extremely helpful tip, and I'd also suggest it for getting an idea of any backroads you might be driving as well. Knowing before hand that a strange little road you're turning onto is two lanes and paved all the way makes the drive more enjoyable!

 

AP, being an old LEO myself I know you left out one point. You grabbed your weapon before you hit the floor. Go ahead, admit it.......

 

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-AAA Premium card
-Satellite Radio, and music in an external USB drive
-Radar Detector
-Waze App
-Medications
-Phone chargers for car, and hotel
-Tools
-GPS with updates
-Weapon, if you are a hippie liberal know how to dial 911 using a pay-phone if you find one.
-Car wash accessories (microfibers, detailer, "armor all", glass cleaner
-Have plan, a plan B, and a plan C, The day I broke down on Elyria Ohio was a Saturday evening. The Vette was fixed (DIY) on Sunday afternoon.
-Two empty plastic bottles unless you are OK with stopping to pee between gas fill-ups.
-Polarized sunglasses
-Hooker money

 

Absolutely, after 400 to 500 mile drive, I will certainly wash the bugs and grit off her. You need not bring buckets, can always find something to dip the wash mitts into. Looking good takes 45 minutes. Bring quarters

 

You pee into a plastic bottle?! Hahaha

 

I'd never tell....LOL

 

Glock 21 and three extra loaded magazines!