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C7 Forum
Hi All. Considering a purchase, but would like advice
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<blockquote data-quote="Rruuff Day" data-source="post: 174404" data-attributes="member: 2217"><p>Everyone above is correct... If you're not familiar with the trim levels available and what they include, certainly read up on the C7 and feel free to ask too. For now, bring us up to speed on the trim level )1, 2, or 3LT? mag ride suspension? convertible? Automatic? Any Mods?</p><p>As far as $$$ regular maintenance goes, the Corvette is no worse or better than any average american made auto. The Z51 dry sump takes about 4 extra litres of oil when you do oil changes but other than that, no surprises. I buy Mobil 1 synthetic at Cdn T when it's on sale and my dealer changes it and lubes for me for $35.00. Tires are a little more expensive than the Chevy Spark and you need to burn premium fuel but that's about it. There are very few faults with the C7. Some automatic owners complain of a drive train bump or something when the tranny shifts into 3rd but other than that, GM did it right with the C7. The rest of it is just how many bells and whistles you would like. If you're going to keep it for a good part of it's life, play the "I wish I had THAT option" game now cause after you buy it will probably be too late or much more expensive to add it after the fact..... To be totally honest, I have not heard one story regarding a C7 being a "lemon". Remember. It's easy to fall in love with these cars and buy that first one you see but taking your time and making sure it's the right pick is important. I would also ask the dealership for the previous owners name and a phone number if they will give it to you. Always nice to talk to the guy that traded it. I left a page long letter in the Gbox of my C6 when I traded and the next owner wasted no time calling me after the purchase and thanking me. Good Luck... And welcome to the forum and the world of being a Corvette owner. When you get that right car for you, you won't be able to stop smiling.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Rruuff Day, post: 174404, member: 2217"] Everyone above is correct... If you're not familiar with the trim levels available and what they include, certainly read up on the C7 and feel free to ask too. For now, bring us up to speed on the trim level )1, 2, or 3LT? mag ride suspension? convertible? Automatic? Any Mods? As far as $$$ regular maintenance goes, the Corvette is no worse or better than any average american made auto. The Z51 dry sump takes about 4 extra litres of oil when you do oil changes but other than that, no surprises. I buy Mobil 1 synthetic at Cdn T when it's on sale and my dealer changes it and lubes for me for $35.00. Tires are a little more expensive than the Chevy Spark and you need to burn premium fuel but that's about it. There are very few faults with the C7. Some automatic owners complain of a drive train bump or something when the tranny shifts into 3rd but other than that, GM did it right with the C7. The rest of it is just how many bells and whistles you would like. If you're going to keep it for a good part of it's life, play the "I wish I had THAT option" game now cause after you buy it will probably be too late or much more expensive to add it after the fact..... To be totally honest, I have not heard one story regarding a C7 being a "lemon". Remember. It's easy to fall in love with these cars and buy that first one you see but taking your time and making sure it's the right pick is important. I would also ask the dealership for the previous owners name and a phone number if they will give it to you. Always nice to talk to the guy that traded it. I left a page long letter in the Gbox of my C6 when I traded and the next owner wasted no time calling me after the purchase and thanking me. Good Luck... And welcome to the forum and the world of being a Corvette owner. When you get that right car for you, you won't be able to stop smiling. [/QUOTE]
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