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Rented a C7 Stingray convertible - very impressed

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Old 02-16-2019, 09:37 AM
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I tried all of the different modes. From the responses, it seems likely it was going into the gas saving 4 cylinder mode.

Just wondering, if you disengage the fuel saver, what kiind of gas mileage are you getting. I was getting roughly 18-19mpg on 50/50 city/highway driving.

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Old 02-16-2019, 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by Cliffp
I tried all of the different modes. From the responses, it seems likely it was going into the gas saving 4 cylinder mode.

Just wondering, if you disengage the fuel saver, what kiind of gas mileage are you getting. I was getting roughly 18-19mpg on 50/50 city/highway driving.

Thanks again for all of the responses
I don't find the gas mileage varies that much with the 4 cly disabled via a range device. But then I didn't buy my Grandsport to be frugal and if a performance car such as the C7 get's anywhere near 18-19 miles per gallon I'm both please and impressed and not concerned about a few MPG either way.

As already started, your comment as to the A8 C7 you drove not having much power is odd, as if anything, the A8 should be more responsive than the M7, not less. As the M7 can't be shifted as fast as the A8. My A8 shifts like lightening behind the 460hp.

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Old 02-16-2019, 12:18 PM
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It was responsive only if I really floored it. It seemed like - all or very little....

i will test test drive a new automatic to see if there is a diffeeence.
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In conclusion, I loved the car. There is something about a shiny red corvette that just makes me smile and driving it made me smile even more. When I am ready to purchase I think I will go for a 2lt or 3lt manual convertible. I am still not sure about the color yet, but that torch red seems to be at the top of my list.
I whole heartedly agree! I have a 3LT M7 Z06 and it is an absolute blast.




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[QUOTE=eseibel67;1598862927]C7 convertible is motoring bliss. It just feels so right.

Could not agree more! Just waiting for the snow to melt, roads to dry, and warmth to arrive
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