Home from NCM with new Vert
10-18-2006, 08:54 AM
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Home from NCM with new Vert
Just want to add my voice to the chorus of supporters for the Museum delivery option - absolutely the most fun I've had in a long time, that is until I actually got to drive my new Corvette! Ron Barton was our guide, as a retired worker in the plant he knew almost everyone there and really knew the inner workings of the plant. He took his time with us and gave a great tour. The assembly line folks were all very friendly, often coming off line to thank us - heck, I was there to thank THEM! 
I got to start a brand new Z06, then my wife got to ride in it during the dyno test. Now that is a unique experience! Ron gave us all the time we wanted to go over the features of our car, and just made the experience a real pleasure.
Drove back through eastern Kentucky and Tennessee - best venue to get those break in miles - lots of speed variety, the car is a blast in the twisting and turning roads. My wife and I will return as soon as posssible to Gatlinburg area (and the tail of the dragon). By the time I got back on the interstate headed to Baton Rouge I was able to crank up the rpm a little higher - made the trip home best I'd ever experienced, AND achieved an amazing overall 28+mpg on the trip - break-in time and going up and down hills included. This is one awesome car!
Bottom line - if you're thinking about the NCM delivery option - do everything possible to make it happen - it is worth every penny and any time it takes!
Now it time to start having a ton of fun with the car........
I got to start a brand new Z06, then my wife got to ride in it during the dyno test. Now that is a unique experience! Ron gave us all the time we wanted to go over the features of our car, and just made the experience a real pleasure.Drove back through eastern Kentucky and Tennessee - best venue to get those break in miles - lots of speed variety, the car is a blast in the twisting and turning roads. My wife and I will return as soon as posssible to Gatlinburg area (and the tail of the dragon). By the time I got back on the interstate headed to Baton Rouge I was able to crank up the rpm a little higher - made the trip home best I'd ever experienced, AND achieved an amazing overall 28+mpg on the trip - break-in time and going up and down hills included. This is one awesome car!
Bottom line - if you're thinking about the NCM delivery option - do everything possible to make it happen - it is worth every penny and any time it takes!
Now it time to start having a ton of fun with the car........
10-18-2006, 08:57 AM
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10-18-2006, 09:12 AM
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Congrats!
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10-18-2006, 09:21 AM
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Ron was my guide when I picked mine up on Sept 8. Great guide and really knew his stuff. Its great do pick it up at the museum.
10-18-2006, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by eagle93
"Bottom line - if you're thinking about the NCM delivery option - do everything possible to make it happen - it is worth every penny and any time it takes!"
I just placed my order (including Museum Delivery) yesterday so it's very encouraging to hear your "success" story.
As a first-time Corvette owner, I am also considering making the trek from Florida to take part in the Buyer's Tour. Seeing "my" C6 on the assembly line would be a "once-in-a-lifetime" opportunity. Anyone comments about the Buyer's Tour? It involves a trip to Bowling Green two or three weeks before I take delivery --- but what the heck.
I just wish that I could bring a video crew with me to document the occasion!
10-18-2006, 12:12 PM
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Originally Posted by eagle93
Just want to add my voice to the chorus of supporters for the Museum delivery option - absolutely the most fun I've had in a long time, that is until I actually got to drive my new Corvette! Ron Barton was our guide, as a retired worker in the plant he knew almost everyone there and really knew the inner workings of the plant. He took his time with us and gave a great tour. The assembly line folks were all very friendly, often coming off line to thank us - heck, I was there to thank THEM! I got to start a brand new Z06, then my wife got to ride in it during the dyno test. Now that is a unique experience! Ron gave us all the time we wanted to go over the features of our car, and just made the experience a real pleasure.
Drove back through eastern Kentucky and Tennessee - best venue to get those break in miles - lots of speed variety, the car is a blast in the twisting and turning roads. My wife and I will return as soon as posssible to Gatlinburg area (and the tail of the dragon). By the time I got back on the interstate headed to Baton Rouge I was able to crank up the rpm a little higher - made the trip home best I'd ever experienced, AND achieved an amazing overall 28+mpg on the trip - break-in time and going up and down hills included. This is one awesome car!
Bottom line - if you're thinking about the NCM delivery option - do everything possible to make it happen - it is worth every penny and any time it takes!
Now it time to start having a ton of fun with the car........
I got to start a brand new Z06, then my wife got to ride in it during the dyno test. Now that is a unique experience! Ron gave us all the time we wanted to go over the features of our car, and just made the experience a real pleasure.Drove back through eastern Kentucky and Tennessee - best venue to get those break in miles - lots of speed variety, the car is a blast in the twisting and turning roads. My wife and I will return as soon as posssible to Gatlinburg area (and the tail of the dragon). By the time I got back on the interstate headed to Baton Rouge I was able to crank up the rpm a little higher - made the trip home best I'd ever experienced, AND achieved an amazing overall 28+mpg on the trip - break-in time and going up and down hills included. This is one awesome car!
Bottom line - if you're thinking about the NCM delivery option - do everything possible to make it happen - it is worth every penny and any time it takes!
Now it time to start having a ton of fun with the car........
The folks at the NCM know how to do it right. Here's to miles of smiles in your new car.Paul
congrats. save the wave.
