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Old 10-06-2009, 04:39 PM
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Default About to Purchase....Have some questions. Please Help

Hey guys,

I have finally found a 07 z06 I want to make an offer on...I have a few quick questions.

1. Do the seats in the z06 have "covers" on them that can be purchased seperately and put on the car? If so, how much are they? If not, can I reupholster the seat bolster and have it look oem? If not, whats the cost of a new seat? reason being....driver side seat is scuffed on the bolster closest to the door.

2. Can the center console piece (available in cf, silver etc) be purchased seperately, if so for how much....Reason being...I dont like the silver. Ive seen some people paint these...how much was that?

3. Are there any clues, or hints to look at regarding the motor? Things to listen for under the hood? Things to listen for on the exhaust note? Things to look for while shifting or when the rpms come up/down?


Sorry for the questions, but this is my first "expensive" exotic car purchase, and I want to ensure Im buying a strong one. The car is in Ft Lauderdale, so if anyone that is local is open to helping examine the car, Id be extremely grateful.

Thanks in advance guys...looking forward to some helpful info.
Old 10-06-2009, 04:42 PM
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Definitly take it to a reputable shop to have it thouroughly checked.

If you in Ft. Lauderdale I would imagine you have alot of high end performance shops to choose from.
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Did you post this question in the Z section http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z06-discussion-100/
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There is a thread somewhere, that people who live close to a car for sale, will look at it for you. If I find it I'll post it.
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Did you post this question in the Z section http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-z06-discussion-100/
Yes, no problem posting here, but for some things, the Z06 forum regulars would probably have a little more experience & expertise.
Old 10-06-2009, 05:08 PM
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Originally Posted by acejack
There is a thread somewhere, that people who live close to a car for sale, will look at it for you. If I find it I'll post it.
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Originally Posted by Geared
Hey guys,

I have finally found a 07 z06 I want to make an offer on...I have a few quick questions.

1. Do the seats in the z06 have "covers" on them that can be purchased seperately and put on the car? If so, how much are they? If not, can I reupholster the seat bolster and have it look oem? If not, whats the cost of a new seat? reason being....driver side seat is scuffed on the bolster closest to the door.

2. Can the center console piece (available in cf, silver etc) be purchased seperately, if so for how much....Reason being...I dont like the silver. Ive seen some people paint these...how much was that?

3. Are there any clues, or hints to look at regarding the motor? Things to listen for under the hood? Things to listen for on the exhaust note? Things to look for while shifting or when the rpms come up/down?


Sorry for the questions, but this is my first "expensive" exotic car purchase, and I want to ensure Im buying a strong one. The car is in Ft Lauderdale, so if anyone that is local is open to helping examine the car, Id be extremely grateful.

Thanks in advance guys...looking forward to some helpful info.
All I can answer you on is about the console. I have an 07 with the silver console which (for me) looked really cheap and out of place. I was going to install an 08 console which is sharp but will run around $400.00. What I done and I even like more than the 08 console was to get some ebony vinyl that matched the dash and covered the console which really dressed up the interior and tied it all together better. The material and labor to cover it was a total of $80.00. My best and cheapest mod to date.
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Since GM is getting tougher on such things as warranty work when a car has aftermarket parts, you might want to check with a Chev. dealer if you've got the VIN to see if this car's been flagged for having aftermarket parts on it which might affect the warranty.

See this thread and specifically post #67: http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c6-c...post1571733872
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Originally Posted by benellv
All I can answer you on is about the console. I have an 07 with the silver console which (for me) looked really cheap and out of place. I was going to install an 08 console which is sharp but will run around $400.00. What I done and I even like more than the 08 console was to get some ebony vinyl that matched the dash and covered the console which really dressed up the interior and tied it all together better. The material and labor to cover it was a total of $80.00. My best and cheapest mod to date.
Sounds nice. I'd like to see how that turned out, any pics?

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