2017 Grand Sport Collectors Edition Owners Thread
#1942
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
Updating your link so hopefully it will be clickable this way and people can get right to your listing.
Jeffrey has is GSCE #413 for sale here on CarGurus. It is also listed in the registry.
Jeffrey has is GSCE #413 for sale here on CarGurus. It is also listed in the registry.
https://www.cargurus.com/Cars/inventorylisting/viewDetailsFilterViewInventoryListing.ac tion?sourceContext=forSaleTab_true_0&new SearchFromOverviewPage=true&entitySelect ingHelper.selectedEntity=c25836&entitySe lectingHelper.selectedEntity2=c25836&zip =78132&distance=50&modelChanged=undefine d&filtersModified=true&sortType=undefine d&sortDirection=undefined#listing=229572 656
#1943
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
I'm also interested in purchasing an auto GSCE in the NC area. Failed attempt #2 at buying one yesterday.
Made an appointment with dealer to come see the car because it's a 2.5 hour drive and I figured they'd honor the appointment. Showed up and someone is looking at the car, but eventually he walks away. Salesperson gets the keys for me and I take it on a test drive, which is great, then sit down and work out the numbers. I'm pretty much agreeing to their asking price minus some datadot dna thing they're adding for $600, then sales manager walks in and says the other guy bought it. Pretty shady.
Made an appointment with dealer to come see the car because it's a 2.5 hour drive and I figured they'd honor the appointment. Showed up and someone is looking at the car, but eventually he walks away. Salesperson gets the keys for me and I take it on a test drive, which is great, then sit down and work out the numbers. I'm pretty much agreeing to their asking price minus some datadot dna thing they're adding for $600, then sales manager walks in and says the other guy bought it. Pretty shady.
#936 is listed in the registry as a Used one for sale (here's a direct link) Not sure what sort of specifics you're looking for, but this is a M7 and I know you were looking for an A8, so maybe not a good one for you :-)
Not sure how far you are willing to go, but there is one in Tennessee and one in Arkansas.
The one in TN is a new vehicle.... http://www.stinnettauto.com/vehicle_...Y12D73H5300934
The one in AK is another M7 though, but just in case: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...dition-7m.html
#1944
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
I personally don't believe they are going for much different than any other C7 3LT Grand Sport that is similarly optioned. To the right buyer, someone that is really seeking out that color combo, maybe you can work something. It's a pretty polarizing color combo in my opinion, you either love it or hate it. Depending on what side of that you're on it will impact pricing one way or another :-)
#1945
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
Is it possible to get a breakdown, by state, of where the most CE's are? For being such a small production, I feel like North Carolina (charlotte in particular) has the most. I went to a car show, there were 2 others plus me. I went to a track day, maybe only like 75 cars attend, there is another one lol. Maybe it's the Carolina Panthers blue interior, but seems like there is one everywhere in/near Charlotte/North Carolina.
I'm showing 24 in North Carolina, which isn't the largest number (Florida shows 103 and California 96) but it is a pretty good number.
There is also the Interactive Map (https://mapalist.com/map/631354) that takes into account the City that is listed as well. So you can look at the state of NC and see roughly where the cars are located. If you hover over the Pins on the map it should give you some details about the car.
What it doesn't do well is if there are multiple cars in the exact same town...it stacks all the Pins and I haven't quite figured out how to see all of them. For example, in Charlotte, you only see one Pin there but there are 6 cars in Charlotte alone.
You can sort / filter the spreadsheet though to find cars in your area as well.
#1946
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The one in TN is a new vehicle.... http://www.stinnettauto.com/vehicle_...Y12D73H5300934
#1947
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Thread Starter
That said, any dealers sitting on new 2017 C7's right now may not be the ones to negotiate which is probably why it is still sitting there new, but one won't know until they try.
#1948
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I personally don't believe they are going for much different than any other C7 3LT Grand Sport that is similarly optioned. To the right buyer, someone that is really seeking out that color combo, maybe you can work something. It's a pretty polarizing color combo in my opinion, you either love it or hate it. Depending on what side of that you're on it will impact pricing one way or another :-)
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LIGHTNING (01-24-2019)
#1949
Do you have info as to what dealer this was at, or do you know what car # this was, so I can try and update the registry if needed?
#936 is listed in the registry as a Used one for sale (here's a direct link) Not sure what sort of specifics you're looking for, but this is a M7 and I know you were looking for an A8, so maybe not a good one for you :-)
Not sure how far you are willing to go, but there is one in Tennessee and one in Arkansas.
The one in TN is a new vehicle.... http://www.stinnettauto.com/vehicle_...Y12D73H5300934
The one in AK is another M7 though, but just in case: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...dition-7m.html
#936 is listed in the registry as a Used one for sale (here's a direct link) Not sure what sort of specifics you're looking for, but this is a M7 and I know you were looking for an A8, so maybe not a good one for you :-)
Not sure how far you are willing to go, but there is one in Tennessee and one in Arkansas.
The one in TN is a new vehicle.... http://www.stinnettauto.com/vehicle_...Y12D73H5300934
The one in AK is another M7 though, but just in case: https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...dition-7m.html
The same day I inquired about #191 for sale in OH (it was a stretch - transparent roof and no side skirts/splitter installed), but it was also already sold by the time I asked.
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mountainears (01-18-2019)
#1950
I have an upcoming military move literally across the country (VA-WA) and am seeking some help figuring out the best way to get my GS out there. The way I see it there are three options:
-Drive it myself, which has two drawbacks. Some one else would need to take my daily driver (F-150) which is a lot of extra gas and frankly more useful to put stuff in when moving. Also, I would prefer not to put quite so many miles on my GS since I have been managing enjoying such a great machine with keeping it in good shape 20-30 years from now.
-Tow it: My prefered option but I haven't found as many options as I though I would. From what I have seen major companies like uhaul only have an open trailer (aside from the tow dolly which obviously won't work). This trailer doesn't look like it was designed for cars with tires as wide as a corvette. I also would prefer an enclosed trailer, both to protect the vette and because I would likely be able to fit some of my other possesions inside as well. However, the only rentals I have seen for this style so far are from smaller companies that would want you to return the trailer, and I certainly don't plan on driving the empty trailer back across the country. I have thought of buying a trailer and then just selling it when I get to WA but I'd really rather not since I will also be juggling a lot of funds with houses, and can be submit reciepts for rentals.
-Have it shipped. I think the quality of the companies available will vary pretty widely, so I'd be interested in knowing hearing if anyone can recommend a good one. I'd really hate to leave the vette in someone's care only to have it damaged. Another potential problem with this option would be timing. I would imagine the car carrier would drive pretty much straight through except for any stops for pick up and delivery. That would mean my vette would likely make the trip much faster than I would, which wouldn't work well if I have to be available to recieve it in WA.
I appreciate any advice/information you guys have to offer. Thanks
-Drive it myself, which has two drawbacks. Some one else would need to take my daily driver (F-150) which is a lot of extra gas and frankly more useful to put stuff in when moving. Also, I would prefer not to put quite so many miles on my GS since I have been managing enjoying such a great machine with keeping it in good shape 20-30 years from now.
-Tow it: My prefered option but I haven't found as many options as I though I would. From what I have seen major companies like uhaul only have an open trailer (aside from the tow dolly which obviously won't work). This trailer doesn't look like it was designed for cars with tires as wide as a corvette. I also would prefer an enclosed trailer, both to protect the vette and because I would likely be able to fit some of my other possesions inside as well. However, the only rentals I have seen for this style so far are from smaller companies that would want you to return the trailer, and I certainly don't plan on driving the empty trailer back across the country. I have thought of buying a trailer and then just selling it when I get to WA but I'd really rather not since I will also be juggling a lot of funds with houses, and can be submit reciepts for rentals.
-Have it shipped. I think the quality of the companies available will vary pretty widely, so I'd be interested in knowing hearing if anyone can recommend a good one. I'd really hate to leave the vette in someone's care only to have it damaged. Another potential problem with this option would be timing. I would imagine the car carrier would drive pretty much straight through except for any stops for pick up and delivery. That would mean my vette would likely make the trip much faster than I would, which wouldn't work well if I have to be available to recieve it in WA.
I appreciate any advice/information you guys have to offer. Thanks
I can recommend Intercity lines...I just moved from AZ to NH (NOV 2018) and they were Fantastic. I have videos on how they loaded my car and the care they took. I have tried to post them on this website but they just don't load. If you PM me and send me your email I will send them to you. You will be very impressed. The cost was $2095 and my car was on with 4 Mclarens They are the exclusive carrier for their cars from NJ port of entry.
They worked with me thru every aspect of the pickup and even stored my car for a week till my new house was ready.
I am a Vietnam vet myself and thanks for your service.
They worked with me thru every aspect of the pickup and even stored my car for a week till my new house was ready.
I am a Vietnam vet myself and thanks for your service.
Has anyone had any experience with companies like Ship a Car Direct, Auto Shipping Group Inc, or AmeriFreight Car Shipping? I am am pretty skeptical for two reasons. One, literally every company has a five star rating, which I find hard to believe. And two, it looks to me like these companies are actually brokers, so there is no guarantee who will actually show up and what kind of truck they will have.
Thanks again
#1951
Burning Brakes
Yes, you can see that. On the registry spreadsheet you'll see at the bottom there is a tab called Statistics - Geographic. The maps are a little bit of a mess and don't update well (thanks Google), but if you scroll down you'll see a breakdown by state.
I'm showing 24 in North Carolina, which isn't the largest number (Florida shows 103 and California 96) but it is a pretty good number.
There is also the Interactive Map (https://mapalist.com/map/631354) that takes into account the City that is listed as well. So you can look at the state of NC and see roughly where the cars are located. If you hover over the Pins on the map it should give you some details about the car.
What it doesn't do well is if there are multiple cars in the exact same town...it stacks all the Pins and I haven't quite figured out how to see all of them. For example, in Charlotte, you only see one Pin there but there are 6 cars in Charlotte alone.
You can sort / filter the spreadsheet though to find cars in your area as well.
I'm showing 24 in North Carolina, which isn't the largest number (Florida shows 103 and California 96) but it is a pretty good number.
There is also the Interactive Map (https://mapalist.com/map/631354) that takes into account the City that is listed as well. So you can look at the state of NC and see roughly where the cars are located. If you hover over the Pins on the map it should give you some details about the car.
What it doesn't do well is if there are multiple cars in the exact same town...it stacks all the Pins and I haven't quite figured out how to see all of them. For example, in Charlotte, you only see one Pin there but there are 6 cars in Charlotte alone.
You can sort / filter the spreadsheet though to find cars in your area as well.
#1952
I just looked at the USA map and for some reason my car is not there now???
# 663 should be in Selkirk, NY 12158 as sold 10/2017.
# 663 should be in Selkirk, NY 12158 as sold 10/2017.
#1953
Instructor
Yes, you can see that. On the registry spreadsheet you'll see at the bottom there is a tab called Statistics - Geographic. The maps are a little bit of a mess and don't update well (thanks Google), but if you scroll down you'll see a breakdown by state.
I'm showing 24 in North Carolina, which isn't the largest number (Florida shows 103 and California 96) but it is a pretty good number.
There is also the Interactive Map (https://mapalist.com/map/631354) that takes into account the City that is listed as well. So you can look at the state of NC and see roughly where the cars are located. If you hover over the Pins on the map it should give you some details about the car.
What it doesn't do well is if there are multiple cars in the exact same town...it stacks all the Pins and I haven't quite figured out how to see all of them. For example, in Charlotte, you only see one Pin there but there are 6 cars in Charlotte alone.
You can sort / filter the spreadsheet though to find cars in your area as well.
I'm showing 24 in North Carolina, which isn't the largest number (Florida shows 103 and California 96) but it is a pretty good number.
There is also the Interactive Map (https://mapalist.com/map/631354) that takes into account the City that is listed as well. So you can look at the state of NC and see roughly where the cars are located. If you hover over the Pins on the map it should give you some details about the car.
What it doesn't do well is if there are multiple cars in the exact same town...it stacks all the Pins and I haven't quite figured out how to see all of them. For example, in Charlotte, you only see one Pin there but there are 6 cars in Charlotte alone.
You can sort / filter the spreadsheet though to find cars in your area as well.
#1955
Pro
I just called Nicki Doyle at Intercity lines to see what was going on. She said they do service that area and run (VA to WA) but currently with Barrett Jackson going on all their drivers are in Scottsdale, AZ. If you can wait and have someone store your car in VA they most likely can work out something in the near future.
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
#1956
Instructor
I just called Nicki Doyle at Intercity lines to see what was going on. She said they do service that area and run (VA to WA) but currently with Barrett Jackson going on all their drivers are in Scottsdale, AZ. If you can wait and have someone store your car in VA they most likely can work out something in the near future.
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
#1957
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
I haven't found a way on that map to get the listings outside of the US to go. It's really a poorly supported "free" app, they had some stuff in their FAQ about that but I could never get it to work.
#1958
Melting Slicks
Thread Starter
It shows now. I had it listed in the registry as Albany, NY, and there are several in Albany so it was kind of hidden. I adjusted it to Selkirk and it shows now :-)
#1959
I just called Nicki Doyle at Intercity lines to see what was going on. She said they do service that area and run (VA to WA) but currently with Barrett Jackson going on all their drivers are in Scottsdale, AZ. If you can wait and have someone store your car in VA they most likely can work out something in the near future.
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
FYI When I was moving I assumed that the car carrier was like the house moving service and it is not. I thought I could schedule a day for my vehicle to be picked up but that is not how they work. They have to look at what routes they have and where they can schedule their pickups to satisfy their optimum load. In my case the vehicle was picked up early because of a Mclaren delivery to AZ and CA dealers. If that did not occur then I was going to have to leave the car with a friend and then Intercity would pick it up after I moved. I called Reliable and they operated the same way.
If you want to work with Nicki, call her at (800) 221-3936 or email her at nicki@intercitylines.com
Unfortunately with Barrett Jackson, your not going to get any of the best carriers to pick up your car within the next few weeks. You might get lucky with their delivers though since they ship everywhere and maybe they will be delivering to VA from the auction in AZ
As far as other shippers, I think your right, they are more like brokers and I have read some of the reviews for regular vehicles being shipped and they are not good.
If your not able to work something out with a carrier then i suggest you tow your vehicle with your F 150. At least you know your in charge of its well being.
Good luck
#1960
Instructor
Hello forumers,
I am located in Michigan, looking for a pre-owned GS. My initial color choices were white and red, but i managed to find a collectors edition which is located out of state.
The thing is, i have seen a collectors edition at a dealership back in 2017, but my wife has never seen one in person. We have seen lots and lots of pictures, but nothing like looking at a car in person.
I was wondering if anyone in this forum will be willing to show us their car, if they are located nearby. We would like to probably spend 10-15 minutes looking at this car in person. I understand the weather conditions are not ideal to be driven around, so we are willing to travel to a nearby owner and take a look.
Appreciate the help guys, you can PM me if you are able to help us.
Cheers!
I am located in Michigan, looking for a pre-owned GS. My initial color choices were white and red, but i managed to find a collectors edition which is located out of state.
The thing is, i have seen a collectors edition at a dealership back in 2017, but my wife has never seen one in person. We have seen lots and lots of pictures, but nothing like looking at a car in person.
I was wondering if anyone in this forum will be willing to show us their car, if they are located nearby. We would like to probably spend 10-15 minutes looking at this car in person. I understand the weather conditions are not ideal to be driven around, so we are willing to travel to a nearby owner and take a look.
Appreciate the help guys, you can PM me if you are able to help us.
Cheers!