Jmcdude

Pam those are nice options he chose. Especially the performance exhaust, very desirable. The black details appeal to a lot of buyers too. The 2016 can be had for 20% off msrp and in some cases as much as 24%. Yours at 20% off is about $48K but it's used so I think $45k is in the ballpark. Check with the dealer it was purchase from if not out of state or forum dealer. CarMax is a good starting place too. Sorry about his passing and good luck going forward and with the sale.

Michael A

Pam, I will also add, that now is a good time to sell. Before you know it, the 2018 model year will be upon us, and the car will have more depreciation. Also people start getting the car buying bug about now now with being winter over, spring time driving ahead.

Michael

23/C8Z

definitely see what car max wants to offer. Worth several thousand dollars to me personally to NOT have to deal woth perspective buyers that's for sure.
I would suspect private sale to be low 40's. Otherwise they'll grab a 17 imho. Kerbeck k sells those for so cheap makes it hard to sell one used especially last year's model.

so sorry for your loss. And since he was a corvette guy that makes it our loss as well! Good luck

Mike98SilVert

Very sorry for your loss. I am sure tha you probably want the car to go to a good home to be cared for as your huisband did. Best of luck with the sale.

CriticalmassGT

CarMax is the least hassle. You won't get the best deal, but after dealing with people for a couple weeks trying to low-ball. You'll probably just end up there anyway.

curve65

CarMax no fuss, no muss. Probably do it in an afternoon and no people coming by for a look either. IMHO

fsvoboda

If you decide to list it in this site's C7s for sale forum make your subject line "2016 1LT A8 AW NPP" which willl let people in the know understand the basics of the car. Then post your location, miles, and an asking price (required) plus photos of the car and of the window sticker. I would suggest using the site's messaging feature to let people contact you rather than posting a phone number.

CarMax would be simplest, however.

Good luck.

pam1961oh

I am just south of Columbus - Waverly...about 65 miles or so. I still have this Vette. I have it listed on here and with Autotrader. AT has brought nothing but scam calls - about 50 in the last month. I have a few contacts from here but am wondering how you tell if they are real people or dealers or what? Also, I'm wondering how I find out how much warranty is left, if any? The past year and a half has been mind numbing but I really need to let this car go.
Pam

JoesC5

Bud's Chevrolet in St Mary's, OH is just a 2 & 1/2 hour drive from you. While no one wants to leave money on the table, you need to decide just how bad you want to sell the car.

rmorin1249

I would recommend taking it to CarMax. Check handed to you in about 30 minutes. No hassle.

KGrant

Thunder22

Nope.

Zjoe6

Please take this guy's advice. In your situation you just can't get any better. Drive it in and make sure you have a ride home. You'll have a check in hand in an hour, It will be better than dealing with scammers and other people that are more trouble than they are worth (don't have the money, want to take it to a mechanic, joy ride it etc). Below is a link to a Carmax about an hour and a half from you. Because you're not a corvette expert and you live in a pretty secluded area, selling it to a private buyer is going to be tough. Carmax is really a good option. I would avoid dealerships.

https://goo.gl/maps/hihWHUiHz6H2

Use the below links to see what it's worth for trade in. That's what they will give you, maybe a little more or less depending on the condition of the car. I did one below (the last one) and the clean trade in was about $43k. With your options that are above the one I did (base coupe), you should get a little more.

http://www.nadaguides.com/
https://www.kbb.com/whats-my-car-worth/

https://www.nadaguides.com/Cars/2016...-1LT-V8/Values
https://www.kbb.com/chevrolet/corvet...tion=very-good


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KGrant

As previously stated, if the car is free and clear and no loan against it, then price aggressively to sell and it will, if the car still has a loan consider turning it back to the finance company if you can't afford as a widow.

However, if the loan is in your name then they might come after you for losses, if the car is not in your name with finance company and it is a drag on you then turn it in and they finance company will write it off since the person is deceased who was on the loan.

Too much information is unknown in order to give the best advise but the different scenarios have been offered as your best options.

pam1961oh

On my way to CarMax on Monday. Appreciate the links and info.

rkj427

Best of luck on Monday..................

Please come back and post the outcome.

JDMvette7

So sorry to hear of your loss, Pam.

I would see what Carmax has to say, but you're going to get a lower offer from them or any dealership for that matter. My advice as others have stated would be to get the low end numbers and sell privately IF you have the ability to be patient with the sale. I've used car forums, auto-trader, and eBay in the past with success. With such low mileage, the car really sells itself for those who are looking.

pam1961oh

I know. I've been fooling with auto trader and eBay for a year now. I've had it listed on here for a few months. I'm in the spot where I'm paying the insurance each month and at some point, I'm going to have paid more for insurance on a car I don't drive than I would 'lose' at CarMax. It's difficult to figure it all out. I appreciate your advice and insight

pam1961oh

Life gets in the way sometimes. I ended up doing KBB Instant Cash offer and took it somewhere closer. Dropped it off and left with a check. Makes me sad to see it go and sad that I let it go for so low...but I was paying $1500/year for insurance so at some point, I was paying more to keep a car I wasn't driving. Thank you for your advice and suggestions!

Hopper12

Hey Pam. I somehow missed this thread last year. I'm happy that you've resolved it and can move on in at least this regard. The loss of a loved one is one of life's greatest tests. Although it's been a bit more than a year, I know your heart probably still aches. Sending prayers your way, as are lots of other CF members. Lots of love, Paul