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Question: What do you see in your C6?

Old 07-29-2013, 03:36 PM
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I don't know when in my ownership of my 08 C6, but I was sitting in it one day when I was struck by something I never noticed before. Heretofore I always thought the C6 was a very rounded aerodynamic sports car uniquely different than any other generation. However, while sitting in it, I saw that the front fenders were very reminiscent of the C3s. Just like the C3s, my car's front fenders arch up and have a definite sharp crease. This put an entirely different look to the car in my mind. What does your C6 remind you of?
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Originally Posted by carl3989
I saw that the front fenders were very reminiscent of the C3s.
I noticed this when I first sat in a C6 at Birthday Bash in 2004.
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I see a big hole that has been eating a lot of my money.

It is a joy to drive. I just am not getting the return which I expected even at 30MPG.
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Originally Posted by carl3989
I don't know when in my ownership of my 08 C6, but I was sitting in it one day when I was struck by something I never noticed before. Heretofore I always thought the C6 was a very rounded aerodynamic sports car uniquely different than any other generation. However, while sitting in it, I saw that the front fenders were very reminiscent of the C3s. Just like the C3s, my car's front fenders arch up and have a definite sharp crease. This put an entirely different look to the car in my mind. What does your C6 remind you of?

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When I look down the hood I think "Batmobile"!!

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I see that I am a very lucky man.
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when im seated in mine i can't help but notice all the inconsiderate oblivious drivers that sit in the left lane in their toyota corollas going 40mph on the highway.
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Originally Posted by 2vette2
I see that I am a very lucky man.
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Really, my former C2 fenders. No kidding.
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Yep, I see the resemblance of the C3 too. It's what drew me to the C6.
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When I sit in my new 2013 C6 Z06, I see how fortunate I am to do so. Hard work and frugal spending allowed for this.....and when I sit in it, I see that all my hard work has paid off.

Even though it is "just a car," it is a dream come true that finally, after so many years, I was capable of buying a brand new car (A nice one too!).
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I see how much money I put into it. Just think how many times I am going to have to wash and wax it to keep it clean, just so it can sit it the garage and get dusty again.
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Really, my former C2 fenders. No kidding.
I agree. The C6 fender/hood is reminiscent of the C2 style.

Just like the C5 fender/hood is reminiscent of the C1 style.
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Originally Posted by LMB-Z
I see how much money I put into it. Just think how many times I am going to have to wash and wax it to keep it clean, just so it can sit it the garage and get dusty again.
I see a money pit making my wallet small.
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I see so many generations.....
Right behind the doors -C2
The rear hatch - C2
Front fenders - C3
The tail lights - first generation C4
Tail pipes - C5 (sort of)
Excitement....it all started with the C1 ...and ran for 60 years !!!!!

THE C6 will be heralded by many to be the best CORVETTE ever.
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If you see the C6 as a money pit....you haven't owned enough boats!

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Originally Posted by 94 Red Vette
If you see the C6 as a money pit....you haven't owned enough boats!


I have heard this to be a true statement.
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Originally Posted by 94 Red Vette
If you see the C6 as a money pit....you haven't owned enough boats!
Been there done that.
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Originally Posted by R&L's C6
Yep, I see the resemblance of the C3 too. It's what drew me to the C6.
Agree. The styling of the C4 and C5 was barely on my radar. I consider them to be the "lost years".

The C6 (especially the wide-body) re-ignited the childhood excitement I had for the C3. I love seeing those big fenders while sitting in the cockpit.

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