What to buy?
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What to buy?
Hi, I am interested in buying a Corvette. But I am confused. Do I get one from the 70's (I like those styles), or
buy a 2006, 2007 or buy a new one (entry level). It would b my first one so kinda thinking not a new one at first.
Also is Cargurus.com reliable what about Carfax? I am totaly new to corvettes any help would b appreciated.
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buy a 2006, 2007 or buy a new one (entry level). It would b my first one so kinda thinking not a new one at first.
Also is Cargurus.com reliable what about Carfax? I am totaly new to corvettes any help would b appreciated.
Thank You
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Welcome to the forum. From the 70’s C3’s to the new C7’s is a really different experience. There are too many variables that come into play to answer with no knowledge of what it is you want in a Corvette. I like car-gurus as well as cars.com and autotrader classics. Good luck!
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Spend some time going over the lists in each of the generational sections, especially the Stickies at the top of the page, and learn about the pros/cons of each generation. Then when you have narrowed down what you may like, ask plenty of questions in the section(s) that pertain to the model years you have chosen.
Ultimately you have to make the decision based on your likes.
Ultimately you have to make the decision based on your likes.
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Welcome to the forum!! I love the early 70's cars, but I'm at a time in life where I don't like having to work on them. It steered me in the direction I went. Besides, I'll take a road trip in a C6 over the C3 anyday. Of course, that's just me.
Good Luck with your decision.
Good Luck with your decision.
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