New C8 for me
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New C8 for me - added pictures
I picked up a new C8 yesterday. It's a 1LT, Competition Yellow with the Sky Cool Gray interior, transparent roof panel, yellow brake calipers, low rear spoiler and front splitter, and the sterling silver machine forged aluminum wheels. Sorry no pictures. It was dark when I got home last night and its raining today.
For years I've been waiting patiently for C8 prices to drop, and now seems to be that time. I bought the car at Ciocca Corvette (formerly Kerbeck) in Atlantic City. They had 10 % off MSRP for every Stingray on the lot. They had 98 Stingrays, 11, E-Ray, and 34 ZO6. I had a blast just walking the lot and looking at so many C8s in one spot. As most know there is also a current $3,000 incentive for Costco members, which unfortuately didn't include me.
I traded in a low mileage 2109 2LT Stingray coupe in River Side Red metallic with a seven speed manual. These cars have really held up well relative to resale/trade in value. Between the trade in and the 10% off I was able to move up to a C8 without a big outlay of cash. I also picked up the Platinum 7 year warranty for a very good price. The staff at Ciocca were very knowledgeable and easy to work with making it a no stress enjoyable sale.
I had a two and half hour drive home and my initial impressions were 100% positive. What an amazing car! I've been fortunate enough to have owned every Corvette generation except the C1 and Im amazed at how the car has transformed from generation to generation, with the C8 representing the most radical change.
One of the things that I love about the C8 is that you can buy a reasonably priced (for a sports car) 1LT, a super high end ZR1 or something in between, all based on the same platform. Something for everyone!
I added some pictures. I'm told the wheels are a new option for 2025. They are called Sterling Silver Machined Forged Aluminum. Like most wheel options they were $995.00
For years I've been waiting patiently for C8 prices to drop, and now seems to be that time. I bought the car at Ciocca Corvette (formerly Kerbeck) in Atlantic City. They had 10 % off MSRP for every Stingray on the lot. They had 98 Stingrays, 11, E-Ray, and 34 ZO6. I had a blast just walking the lot and looking at so many C8s in one spot. As most know there is also a current $3,000 incentive for Costco members, which unfortuately didn't include me.
I traded in a low mileage 2109 2LT Stingray coupe in River Side Red metallic with a seven speed manual. These cars have really held up well relative to resale/trade in value. Between the trade in and the 10% off I was able to move up to a C8 without a big outlay of cash. I also picked up the Platinum 7 year warranty for a very good price. The staff at Ciocca were very knowledgeable and easy to work with making it a no stress enjoyable sale.
I had a two and half hour drive home and my initial impressions were 100% positive. What an amazing car! I've been fortunate enough to have owned every Corvette generation except the C1 and Im amazed at how the car has transformed from generation to generation, with the C8 representing the most radical change.
One of the things that I love about the C8 is that you can buy a reasonably priced (for a sports car) 1LT, a super high end ZR1 or something in between, all based on the same platform. Something for everyone!
I added some pictures. I'm told the wheels are a new option for 2025. They are called Sterling Silver Machined Forged Aluminum. Like most wheel options they were $995.00
Last edited by Bigwheel74; Mar 6, 2025 at 03:35 PM. Reason: add pictures
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Congratulations on the C8! It's a awesome car. Can't wait to see some pictures as everyone who replies is going to ask for them.
LOL! On another note, I can't believe you have been a member on here since 2005 and only have 179 posts.
LOL! On another note, I can't believe you have been a member on here since 2005 and only have 179 posts.
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Congrats on the new wheels. Read that owners manual very carefully. Wow 98 stingrays. Looks like the market has indeed reached saturation. For those who can afford a new corvette anyway. Summer is almost here so enjoy that car!
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Congrats on your new C8. Hopefully the crummy weather will clear up soon and you can snap some pics of the new ride.
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He's from the future as well. I think I would have kept the 2109 corvette.
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Congratulations !
That car was featured on Zipity's Youtube channel yesterday !
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBjYrZU1AIU
Go to 20:30
Enjoy the ride !~
That car was featured on Zipity's Youtube channel yesterday !
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBjYrZU1AIU
Go to 20:30
Enjoy the ride !~
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I picked up a new C8 yesterday. It's a 1LT, Competition Yellow with the Sky Cool Gray interior, transparent roof panel, yellow brake calipers, low rear spoiler and front splitter, and the sterling silver machine forged aluminum wheels. Sorry no pictures. It was dark when I got home last night and its raining today.
For years I've been waiting patiently for C8 prices to drop, and now seems to be that time. I bought the car at Ciocca Corvette (formerly Kerbeck) in Atlantic City. They had 10 % off MSRP for every Stingray on the lot. They had 98 Stingrays, 11, E-Ray, and 34 ZO6. I had a blast just walking the lot and looking at so many C8s in one spot. As most know there is also a current $3,000 incentive for Costco members, which unfortuately didn't include me.
I traded in a low mileage 2109 2LT Stingray coupe in River Side Red metallic with a seven speed manual. These cars have really held up well relative to resale/trade in value. Between the trade in and the 10% off I was able to move up to a C8 without a big outlay of cash. I also picked up the Platinum 7 year warranty for a very good price. The staff at Ciocca were very knowledgeable and easy to work with making it a no stress enjoyable sale.
I had a two and half hour drive home and my initial impressions were 100% positive. What an amazing car! I've been fortunate enough to have owned every Corvette generation except the C1 and Im amazed at how the car has transformed from generation to generation, with the C8 representing the most radical change.
One of the things that I love about the C8 is that you can buy a reasonably priced (for a sports car) 1LT, a super high end ZR1 or something in between, all based on the same platform. Something for everyone!
I added some pictures. I'm told the wheels are a new option for 2025. They are called Sterling Silver Machined Forged Aluminum. Like most wheel options they were $995.00
For years I've been waiting patiently for C8 prices to drop, and now seems to be that time. I bought the car at Ciocca Corvette (formerly Kerbeck) in Atlantic City. They had 10 % off MSRP for every Stingray on the lot. They had 98 Stingrays, 11, E-Ray, and 34 ZO6. I had a blast just walking the lot and looking at so many C8s in one spot. As most know there is also a current $3,000 incentive for Costco members, which unfortuately didn't include me.
I traded in a low mileage 2109 2LT Stingray coupe in River Side Red metallic with a seven speed manual. These cars have really held up well relative to resale/trade in value. Between the trade in and the 10% off I was able to move up to a C8 without a big outlay of cash. I also picked up the Platinum 7 year warranty for a very good price. The staff at Ciocca were very knowledgeable and easy to work with making it a no stress enjoyable sale.
I had a two and half hour drive home and my initial impressions were 100% positive. What an amazing car! I've been fortunate enough to have owned every Corvette generation except the C1 and Im amazed at how the car has transformed from generation to generation, with the C8 representing the most radical change.
One of the things that I love about the C8 is that you can buy a reasonably priced (for a sports car) 1LT, a super high end ZR1 or something in between, all based on the same platform. Something for everyone!
I added some pictures. I'm told the wheels are a new option for 2025. They are called Sterling Silver Machined Forged Aluminum. Like most wheel options they were $995.00
, welcome to the forum ....Nice wheels though!
