Looking at a 14 2LT Z51 Manual

G

GBobyk

I'm New Here
You're Celebrated Ontario
Messages
6
Reaction score
5
VetteCoins
159
Car
Nothing yet
Province
ON
Hey folks,

I thought I had my head set on a C6 GS manual, but I’ve come across a 2014 C7 Z51 manual with 60 thousand km and three owners.

From everything I’m reading, it seems like the 2014s were really solid cars despite being a first-year model, and it almost seems like the C7 was a fairly strong car regardless of year.

My question is: should I have any hesitation with a 2014?
 
GBobyk said:
Hey folks,

I thought I had my head set on a C6 GS manual, but I’ve come across a 2014 C7 Z51 manual with 60 thousand km and three owners.

From everything I’m reading, it seems like the 2014s were really solid cars despite being a first-year model, and it almost seems like the C7 was a fairly strong car regardless of year.

My question is: should I have any hesitation with a 2014?
Click to expand...
Just for reference, I sold (traded in) my 2015 C7 LT2 Z51 convertible 7 speed manual with 61k km to the dealership for $50k when I picked up my ‘25 C8 HTC this past June. My C7 was in immaculate condition, never saw any inclement weather what so ever, not even rain.

They finally sold it after 2 months for around $57k. Dealer told me they had a lot of low ball offers, but never flinched.
 
GBobyk said:
Hey folks,

I thought I had my head set on a C6 GS manual, but I’ve come across a 2014 C7 Z51 manual with 60 thousand km and three owners.

From everything I’m reading, it seems like the 2014s were really solid cars despite being a first-year model, and it almost seems like the C7 was a fairly strong car regardless of year.

My question is: should I have any hesitation with a 2014?
Click to expand...
You really can't go wrong with a C7 Vette if it is in very good or better condition. In my experience with a 2017 Stingray Coupe, 3LT, Z51, M7 it is an amazing driver car. I think the mag suspension (if equipped) improved in later versions of the C7 series. I was able to get a software flash on the FE4 suspension that made a noticeable improvement. My 2017 C7 had the optional Sport bucket seats which were not great for long drives. I managed to do a MacGyver fix to the seat using info obtained on the US Corvette forum. The Coupe also has decent rear storage. The M7, 7th gear is only good for longer highway drives. Also the Tremec M7 uses the hated skip shift (1 to 4) but it can be defeated with the addition of a small, easy to install plug-in device on the tranny (skip-shift eliminator). Most M7 owners I came across had it installed.

Suggestions:
1. Use the VIN to get a full overview of the options on the car you are considering.
2. Browse the US Corvette forum for more info. It has a much larger user base and therefore more feedback on features and function.
3. Once (if) you get the car, join your local Corvette club.
4. Have fun driving a great car.
 
Vanguard2001 said:
You really can't go wrong with a C7 Vette if it is in very good or better condition. In my experience with a 2017 Stingray Coupe, 3LT, Z51, M7 it is an amazing driver car. I think the mag suspension (if equipped) improved in later versions of the C7 series. I was able to get a software flash on the FE4 suspension that made a noticeable improvement. My 2017 C7 had the optional Sport bucket seats which were not great for long drives. I managed to do a MacGyver fix to the seat using info obtained on the US Corvette forum. The Coupe also has decent rear storage. The M7, 7th gear is only good for longer highway drives. Also the Tremec M7 uses the hated skip shift (1 to 4) but it can be defeated with the addition of a small, easy to install plug-in device on the tranny (skip-shift eliminator). Most M7 owners I came across had it installed.

Suggestions:
1. Use the VIN to get a full overview of the options on the car you are considering.
2. Browse the US Corvette forum for more info. It has a much larger user base and therefore more feedback on features and function.
3. Once (if) you get the car, join your local Corvette club.
4. Have fun driving a great car.
Click to expand...
I have the VIN. Can you recommend a decoder?
 
GBobyk said:
Hey folks,

I thought I had my head set on a C6 GS manual, but I’ve come across a 2014 C7 Z51 manual with 60 thousand km and three owners.

From everything I’m reading, it seems like the 2014s were really solid cars despite being a first-year model, and it almost seems like the C7 was a fairly strong car regardless of year.

My question is: should I have any hesitation with a 2014?
Click to expand...
The C7 was a total redesign from the C6. The only carryovers were the air cleaner and the targa roof latch. The C7 was and still is a solid, proven design and a great car. The LT1 engine and the intake system redesign from the C6
(I had a C6 as well) is impressive. The added hp and a very linear power band put a big smile on my face. One item you might want to check is the infotainment screen. There were some early 2014's that had some screen issues. Other than that, very very few issues with the C7. Mine has had nothing except regular maintenance. And don't worry about the skip shift unless your trying to shift to second at very low rpms. It is solenoid controlled and won't activate when the throttle is opened far enough. I have the M7 and I have only seen the skip shift engage a handful of times in 11 years and no, I don't drive like a raped ape either. In stop and go or very slow traffic, I'm rarely out of first gear anyway. But if this turns into a problem for you, it can be tuned out or there's aftermarket disablers available.
 
Last edited:
Vanguard2001 said:
Murray, I can't remember where, due to old timers disease, but I did find a site on the web where the full configuration was available with the VIN. I downloaded mine at the time and it matched the window sticker that came with my 2017. Perhaps someone else around here can help.
Click to expand...
There is a database for the C8 by vin and I think I heard of the one you mention, but I'm also at a loss as to its location. Can the museum provide the info?
 

Users who are viewing this thread

Total: 1 (members: 0, guests: 1)
Back
Top