New and looking
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Racer
Joined: Oct 2011
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From: Florence Kentucky
New and looking
Hi all. Well, I have finally been bitten by the bug. I have dreamed of owning a Corvette since I was a kid and now I'm at the start of making it actually happen 
. I've spent the last 4 years custom modding my 2007 LY7 only to find a complete lack of enthusiasm for American V6 performance which in turn creates only expensive 1-off solutions. As I'm a mod nut, it's become a black hole to throw money into and I decided last week enough was enough...it was time to play with the big kids.
So, with that, I have decided to start my Corvette experience. I've done some research and narrowed it down to going for a black 2008+ with dual-mode exhaust. I've read quite a few perks the 08 brings to the table over the LS2 C6's and it seems like the way to go, but I would really like some input from those who have experience.
Basically I'm looking for a quality, fast stock car that has modding potential and support. Looks like the LS's have lots of aftermarket support so it really seems like a no-brainer to me. Any good / bad things I need to consider, etc? As far as a timeline is concerned, probably looking at this Winter or Spring next year. Need to find a buyer for the LY7, but then I'm off to the races.
Anyway, looks like this forum has TONS of info so I'm sure I'll be spending the next 4 -6 months reading more than providing input, but I'm looking forward to the journey. Thanks in advance to any who offer advise or just a warm welcome.
. I've spent the last 4 years custom modding my 2007 LY7 only to find a complete lack of enthusiasm for American V6 performance which in turn creates only expensive 1-off solutions. As I'm a mod nut, it's become a black hole to throw money into and I decided last week enough was enough...it was time to play with the big kids. So, with that, I have decided to start my Corvette experience. I've done some research and narrowed it down to going for a black 2008+ with dual-mode exhaust. I've read quite a few perks the 08 brings to the table over the LS2 C6's and it seems like the way to go, but I would really like some input from those who have experience.
Basically I'm looking for a quality, fast stock car that has modding potential and support. Looks like the LS's have lots of aftermarket support so it really seems like a no-brainer to me. Any good / bad things I need to consider, etc? As far as a timeline is concerned, probably looking at this Winter or Spring next year. Need to find a buyer for the LY7, but then I'm off to the races.
Anyway, looks like this forum has TONS of info so I'm sure I'll be spending the next 4 -6 months reading more than providing input, but I'm looking forward to the journey. Thanks in advance to any who offer advise or just a warm welcome.
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2005
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Welcome to the Forum!!!!! Have fun with your research and good luck with your purchase. Briefly stated, the '08's+ really don't have weak points worth worrying about. They are the best of the C6's. Enjoy the Forums. 
Have fun with your research and good luck with your purchase. Briefly stated, the '08's+ really don't have weak points worth worrying about. They are the best of the C6's. Enjoy the Forums.
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