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Old 06-10-2018, 08:15 AM
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Wow after reading some of these posts on how these cars drop in value big time, has me thinking twice. I’m just afraid of buying new because u never know how the drove it in the first 500 Miles without passing 4,000 rpm. And I don’t see any used ones the exact way I want it. This sucks

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06-10-2018, 10:01 AM
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It is without doubt a car and not an investment. I bought my 2019 Z06 with no thoughts about depreciation, or tried in my mind to justify the need. It is nothing more than one hell of a thrilling adult toy.
No need to analyze it, you have the funds, you have the desire, than do it.
ENJOY!
Old 06-10-2018, 08:25 AM
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keep looking.
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You will never know until you buy one.
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Yea but even at 12% off 107k, u still gotta think about it lol
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If you plan on keeping it 5 yrs buy it, or keep looking
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Yea might just go buy a new one....fk it. I heard it’s an awesome car from everyone in here. So why not pull the trigger
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It is without doubt a car and not an investment. I bought my 2019 Z06 with no thoughts about depreciation, or tried in my mind to justify the need. It is nothing more than one hell of a thrilling adult toy.
No need to analyze it, you have the funds, you have the desire, than do it.
ENJOY!
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Lol well said and ur absolutely right!!!!
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If this is your first one buy something with low miles and experience the car first. I just got my first one and love it but there is a lot of things to know when buying. FYI, side skirts, brake dust, paint protection, clear roof (sucks in Florida) vs painted or carbon fiber. The list goes on and on so if your buying new be well aware of all the options.
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Yea I’ve been researching like hell for over a year now. Going to order a Torch Red 3LZ Z07 package with competition seats, red seatbelts and carbon fiber side skirts n front splitter
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Originally Posted by dvilin
It is without doubt a car and not an investment. I bought my 2019 Z06 with no thoughts about depreciation, or tried in my mind to justify the need. It is nothing more than one hell of a thrilling adult toy.
No need to analyze it, you have the funds, you have the desire, than do it.
ENJOY!
I have a 2019 Z06/Z07 on order and feel good about the deal. I plan to keep it for at least 5 years so I ordered it to my specs and plan to customize it even more after I take delivery.

My only regret would being spending Z06 money and not getting exactly what I want. Buy it for you and not the next guy. Drive it, enjoy it, and you will never regret it and when it comes time to sell/trade, it will all work out. In the meantime, you will have a lot of fun.
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Old 06-10-2018, 11:42 AM
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this is my second Corvette Had a base C6 for seven years. Have my Roja for two years and it’s thrilling still just to look at her not to mention the ride and well the attention! Good luck!
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You should just rent one for a weekend. Or whenever you feel the urge. You don’t sound like a corvette enthusiast.
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I always loved Corvettes. But I’m not rich either lol
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Originally Posted by Gee Venom
Wow after reading some of these posts on how these cars drop in value big time, has me thinking twice. I’m just afraid of buying new because u never know how the drove it in the first 500 Miles without passing 4,000 rpm. And I don’t see any used ones the exact way I want it. This sucks
I’m about to order a Z06 from Kerbeck Corvette. You can get $8k plus off msrp. I’m in central Texas. They have courtesy delivery setup with classic Chevy in Grapevine TX. Costs $500 to have it sent there directly from the factory. I’m saving $8300 vs ordering from a Houston dealership that won’t come off msrp on anything ordered.
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I bought a used 2016 Z06, the condition was as new.
Why not save thousands and buy used? There are many for sale, with full factory warranty.
Don't worry about the first 500 miles break in, you still have a full factory warranty.

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I paid 96k for mine in 2015, It is now worth 60k. Basically $1000. month for the 3 years I owned it. Cheaper than a lease, which is what I wanted to do. Of course tax, license and insurance is an added expense

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Old 06-10-2018, 03:28 PM
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Originally Posted by Gee Venom
Wow after reading some of these posts on how these cars drop in value big time, has me thinking twice. I’m just afraid of buying new because u never know how the drove it in the first 500 Miles without passing 4,000 rpm. And I don’t see any used ones the exact way I want it. This sucks
If you buy new why buy loaded and take the value drop. I would say 80 of the drop is the options lose valve fast.
Right now new ones can be has for low 70's. I want to spring but it makes sense to wait a bit for the right deal. 2019 M7 is sweet one to have and to hold.
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The advantage to buying new is you can get exactly what you want. Used you can shop around and find one similar. With vettes, they're usually low mileage and probably well cared for. This is my 5th new one.

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Old 06-10-2018, 05:33 PM
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Nice Carbon edition 👍 yea I think I’ll feel better buying new as well


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