C8 disappointment
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What happened when the class action lawsuit was happening with the C7 Z06? Did people give up on it? No people still kept it, others still wanted to own one.
NO car is going to be problem free. Some people buy lemons, some people buy cars that are flawless.
I happen to own the most reliable year (according to stats) of the C7Z years. While others with the same car was having electronic gremlins, A8 shuddering, overheating, paint issues etc. My car was just smiling away waiting for it to be used whenever, with zero issues.
For every problem mentioned on an online forum, there's like 10,000 others with no issues. People only post or make threads when they have an issue. Especially if they can't find a thread with the similar issue. Which says something. Think about it. If they can't find a thread with a similar issue, it means people aren't having said issue. So they have to make their own thread. How many problem threads do you read about the same issue? Twice a month? That's 2 people a month vs how many people who have bought and driving the car.
Or was this an attempt to suggest your C7GS is better than a C8? Because it isn't lol.
C8 is already shaping out to be the greatest generation corvette. And GM only gave us a bite size sample with the stingray. Wait for the others to arrive lol
NO car is going to be problem free. Some people buy lemons, some people buy cars that are flawless.
I happen to own the most reliable year (according to stats) of the C7Z years. While others with the same car was having electronic gremlins, A8 shuddering, overheating, paint issues etc. My car was just smiling away waiting for it to be used whenever, with zero issues.
For every problem mentioned on an online forum, there's like 10,000 others with no issues. People only post or make threads when they have an issue. Especially if they can't find a thread with the similar issue. Which says something. Think about it. If they can't find a thread with a similar issue, it means people aren't having said issue. So they have to make their own thread. How many problem threads do you read about the same issue? Twice a month? That's 2 people a month vs how many people who have bought and driving the car.
Or was this an attempt to suggest your C7GS is better than a C8? Because it isn't lol.
C8 is already shaping out to be the greatest generation corvette. And GM only gave us a bite size sample with the stingray. Wait for the others to arrive lol
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Funny i sold my C8 and ordered a 992/MT for my 75th birthday in april,same thought as you.carl
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If this is an attempt to move up 30 places on the MacMulkin 2021 list, I’ll at least award you style points.
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Another subject here that brings out the essence of human nature. Actually would be great for young people to study these posts so they will know exactly what they will be up against as adults. A substantial education - for free no less.
No value in posting the significant problems with my '77 and '16 Z06. No problems with my '07 Z06.
No value in posting the significant problems with my '77 and '16 Z06. No problems with my '07 Z06.
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Almost 4,000 miles on my C8. ZERO issues. An extremely high percentage of C8's have been problem free. As was said, forums have a tendency to accentuate the negative. The reality is, most owners are enjoying a very rewarding experience with a fantastic car. Only you can decide your comfort level, but waiting in the wings with no car isn't fun.
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I'm looking for the OP to start an intelligent conversation. There is absolutely no evidence he is capable of that in this thread. Please go back to not posting much.
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Well I just sold my 2017 Corvette grand sport because I was hoping to order a C8 for next year. I guess I’ll put that on hold with all the problems that Chevy is having with the C8. Engine problems bad valves stems, transmission problems, fit and finish problems. My local dealership has three of them sitting in the back lot. Two have bad valve springs and the other one had it’s transmission taken out and sent back to GM. It’s amazing GM can’t even build a car anymore. Hope they get their **** together so I can buy something in the future
How can you be disappointed with something you have no connection with?
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Despite what anyone or everyone else may say... waiting a while cannot hurt any aspect of getting a new Vette, any series they've ever come out with. If you don't just HAVE to be an early-adopter you are much less apt to become an unpaid GM beta-tester. 
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Yep with the current demand for the C8, order now you'll be lucky to get one this time next year! That's assuming there is not another industry shut down or slowdown, which looks more likely now! Yep can wait for a 2022, MAYBE demand will slow, assuming you still have a job!
Meantime I'll have had a few years driving mine! Maybe if the Grand Sport is out folks can buy mine when my C8 GS arrives!
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Any reason to wait on ordering a new C8 IS justified. Especially a proven Corvette fan's. It's the OP's decision, no else's.
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Well I just sold my 2017 Corvette grand sport because I was hoping to order a C8 for next year. I guess I’ll put that on hold with all the problems that Chevy is having with the C8. Engine problems bad valves stems, transmission problems, fit and finish problems. My local dealership has three of them sitting in the back lot. Two have bad valve springs and the other one had it’s transmission taken out and sent back to GM. It’s amazing GM can’t even build a car anymore. Hope they get their **** together so I can buy something in the future
. I get this is a troll post, but the stupidity here is astounding. Though I do appreciate the laugh, and glad to know you no longer are associated with Corvette. Porsche always needs another asshat. Enjoy and best wishes.
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Well I just sold my 2017 Corvette grand sport because I was hoping to order a C8 for next year. I guess I’ll put that on hold with all the problems that Chevy is having with the C8. Engine problems bad valves stems, transmission problems, fit and finish problems. My local dealership has three of them sitting in the back lot. Two have bad valve springs and the other one had it’s transmission taken out and sent back to GM. It’s amazing GM can’t even build a car anymore. Hope they get their **** together so I can buy something in the future
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