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Alright guys I've got a bit of a story so bear with me; I'm 21 years old and attending UNCC for mechanical engineering, the corvette that I currently own is a 1968 327 convertible. I finished restoring the car a couple years ago and the car lives back home for me to enjoy when I come home for the weekend. I also just finished building a 1969 Camaro with a LS1 and tremec 6 speed. With all that said, my daily driver (the one that goes back to college with me) is on its last leg and will need to be replaced soon. I've always been a Corvette guy and not a Camaro guy (long story about how the 69 kinda fell in my lap) and if I sell the Camaro I would then have the funds to buy a couple years old C7. My question is, because I respect the views of other corvette people, what do you guys think about driving one of these cars on campus? Is this just a horrible idea and I should just put my wants to the side until graduation, or do you guys think I should just go for it?
Go for it.....I'd wager there are BMWs, Mercedes, Audis, Jags, etc., on campus..... when I went to grad school in Syracuse there was even a Ferrari and a Lamborghini.......
Chase...You only live once...and it seems you know a bit about the cars you covet. My only concern would be the parking situation, and if you’re comfy with that...why not!
Good luck with whatever you decide.
P.S...this is what I drove when I was a student at SUNY Albany...The red Nova not the MG...and The Grey Ghost!
Oh yea there is, also two Cayman's and a couple c6's. I honestly hate to have the stigma "daddy bought his Corvette for him" attached to me even though thats not the case. Also I'm not a flashy or show off-y person but I love these cars so much and now that I see the opportunity in front of me its really hard to turn it down just for fact that I'm scared of appearing "flashy".
Bro, just do it. I also had enough funds for one when I was in college a couple of years ago, but decided to just pay for tuition instead. I was lucky enough to secure a 6 figure job right after, so needless to say I just went for it. However, I were to do it again, I'd just buy it during college years and have fun with it. Like other posters have mentioned, don't worry about what others think. Me personally, I don't even look at other people driving my C7.
Last edited by brokecollegekid; Nov 25, 2018 at 11:47 PM.
I really appreciate your input, and parking does kinda bother me however I live across the street from campus in a quiet apartment complex. The Vette would spend the vast majority of its time parked there and in a very private lot at work. I typically walk or bike to campus and drive over maybe one or two days a week. Btw I love the Monte Carlo, my dad had a 70 that was almost identical, silver, black vinyl top, his had the 400 not sure about that on yours.
Last edited by Chase Wheeler; Nov 26, 2018 at 12:26 AM.
Alright guys I've got a bit of a story so bear with me; I'm 21 years old and attending UNCC for mechanical engineering, the corvette that I currently own is a 1968 327 convertible. I finished restoring the car a couple years ago and the car lives back home for me to enjoy when I come home for the weekend. I also just finished building a 1969 Camaro with a LS1 and tremec 6 speed. With all that said, my daily driver (the one that goes back to college with me) is on its last leg and will need to be replaced soon. I've always been a Corvette guy and not a Camaro guy (long story about how the 69 kinda fell in my lap) and if I sell the Camaro I would then have the funds to buy a couple years old C7. My question is, because I respect the views of other corvette people, what do you guys think about driving one of these cars on campus? Is this just a horrible idea and I should just put my wants to the side until graduation, or do you guys think I should just go for it?
Heck, it'd be a blast having one of those on campus with you. What wouldn't be good is if it conflicts with your studying time, or, takes too much money to keep it up and running and there with you.
.You're young, single, in college. Just do what's smart for your future at this time of your life! Just don't mess up your future jacking with the car when you are supposed to be getting grades!
Thanks for the input, I am kinda worried about parking but it would spend the vast majority of its time across the street at my pretty quiet apartment complex and at a very private parking lot at work. Maybe actually parked on campus one or two days a week. Btw I gotta say I really love the Monte Carlo, My dad had one almost identical, 70, silver, black vinyl top, his had the 400 not sure about yours though
Last edited by Chase Wheeler; Nov 25, 2018 at 11:59 PM.
Heck, it'd be a blast having one of those on campus with you. What wouldn't be good is if it conflicts with your studying time, or, takes too much money to keep it up and running and there with you.
.You're young, single, in college. Just do what's smart for your future at this time of your life! Just don't mess up your future jacking with the car when you are supposed to be getting grades!
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He says he's 21, so I'm assuming undergrad. Schools are so different now; depending on professors/classes, on average, it shouldn't take more than 10 hours a week. I was working 20 hours, still had time going out, and ended up with decent grades. So bro OP, just go for it :-)
Thanks for the input, I am kinda worried about parking but it would spend the vast majority of its time across the street at my pretty quiet apartment complex and at a very private parking lot at work. Maybe actually parked on campus one or two days a week. Btw I gotta say I really love the Monte Carlo, My dad had one almost identical, 70, silver, black vinyl top, his had the 400 not sure about yours though
1971 SS 454 with blue vinyl top and matching cloth interior. Kept it until 1979, leaks and engine issues made let it go.
I missed the pre-owned part, not sure maintenance cost would be a concern to you. I have not owned a C7 long enough and mine is still under warranty, no issues so far. Maybe others can chime in.
I missed the pre-owned part, not sure maintenance cost would be a concern to you. I have not owned a C7 long enough and mine is still under warranty, no issues so far. Maybe others can chime in.
Well not to sound too over confident but I plan on handling most mechanical issues that arise over time myself. Now obviously I do realize that there are some things best left to the dealerships with the specialty knowledge and tools. And I believe that unless something detrimental happens to the car I can handle it financially(hopefully). But if anyone has some concerns over problems that could become expensive then I would be glad to listen and take them into account too.
Last edited by Chase Wheeler; Nov 26, 2018 at 12:33 AM.
He says he's 21, so I'm assuming undergrad. Schools are so different now; depending on professors/classes, on average, it shouldn't take more than 10 hours a week. I was working 20 hours, still had time going out, and ended up with decent grades. So bro OP, just go for it :-)
-Just an internet stranger
I was enrolled for years in a private United States Military Academy as a cadet during much of my college years. This was when boarding students weren't allowed to have a car even if stored
off campus. Some actually did, however severe the consequences. When I was in State university, anything goes, and many of us had motorcycles or
cars. Best times of life in college. I always worked while in college, so I always had money to pay for the extras during those years.
Last edited by Skid Row Joe; Nov 26, 2018 at 12:31 AM.
Well not to sound too over confident but I plan on handling most mechanical issues that arise over time myself. Now obviously I do realize that there are some things best left to the dealerships with the specialty knowledge and tools. I believe that unless something detrimental happens to the car I can handle it financially(hopefully). But if anyone has some concerns over problems that could become expensive then I would be glad to listen and take them into account too.
At State university, I became friends with fellow students where their parents lived near the college campus. I'm sure that I could have used their Dad's garage or even let to work on my motorcycle if it needed working on. It was a brand new one when I was enrolled, so it never needed wrenching, if you will. This was 120 miles away from where my folks lived, so I did not have a garage or tools with me. Hope this can give you an idea of what you might do too once you get some local pals there.
Last edited by Skid Row Joe; Nov 26, 2018 at 12:38 AM.
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