tgorden

As a soon to own my first new vette, I've been reading horror stories of vette owners experiencing, jealousy, vandalism on their cars, anger from other drivers for no other reason than driving your vette, and even violence. Is this wide spread with vette owners?

mcandrew67

No!

boraxman

Nothing unusual round here...

wayback

Most people love these cars and love to look at and talk about them.

RO55

Nope.

DJSpeece

I got a lot of rage/frustration/ignorance when I drove a PT Cruiser! The Vette commands respect from most, and I note that most drivers are more courteous -- at least around here.

Boomer111

Around here a Vette is no big deal, either are Porsche Turbos or SL65 AMG's.

The local Chevy dealer usually has 50 on hand.

dvilin

I have to say no, around here Vettes are not uncommon and do not usually get a second look.

JerriVette

Never heard of such stories and quite honestly most people love the corvette..I get thumbs up and complements all the time ...

Wayne O

I appreciate your concerns but from what I've seen in the news "bad experiences" are not unique to Corvette owners. I'd guess the Corvette is statistically insignifigant in acts of vandalism, road rage and violence. I tend to think much depends on where one lives, where one goes and how one acts. Would I drive or park my Corvette in Harlem or Compton late at night? Not likely! My experiences with Corvette ownership have been good ones. No, make that great ones! Sure, I've had other cars try to induce me to street race but I take that as a compliment. Hell, if you want to experience being constantly cut-off by other drivers on the road try driving a truck pulling a trailer. I don't know where you live, where you might venture or your temperment but I think your fears are unfounded.

That said roll-up the windows, lock the doors and keep your weapon handy. (just kidding)

Ramblin On

Why do I get other driver's giving me a big smile and a thumbs up in traffic, at stop lights, etc. ? Several times the Corvette has drawn positive comments, e.g. Great color! Neat car. How fast will it go, etc. These are the "worst" comments I have gotten.

No attempts to car jack, key the paint, or similar damage. Some attempts to race away from stop lights -- I just smile as I do not need to prove how good or fast my Corvette is.

So enjoy driving and owning your Corvette.

TOBASCO

Every once in a while, I'll run into a knucklehead. Years ago with my C5, some kid (probably riding by on his bike) through a Coke into my car (top was down) while I was in dropping off a package at a UPS store - was probably in there for 10 minutes max with the car right outside the door. Luckily, I didn't see it happen and catch the guy because I'd probably be in jail right now.

But for the most part, just be very aware of where you park your car, and if possible, always keep it in view. You can't stop everyone, but at least you can make it less vulnerable to the knuckleheads. Besides, that's what insurance is for - you just have to hope that you never have to use it!

Congrats on your new ride! And welcome to the brotherhood!

Mach2

Congrats on your soon to own Corvette. Remember,

I get some looks. I'm a retired Navy Chief, disabled, service connected. I have Handicap plates on both cars, and when I park the C6 in a Handicap spot I sometimes get looks. I realize it looks funny, a Handicap plate on a C6, but some of the folks see the scar on my left leg when wearing shorts and the resulting limp. It's easy getting in, harder getting up and out, but once behind the wheel and rowing the gears, MN6, all is well. I also consider the clutch action during shifts as therapy for the left leg.

cclive

No, relax and enjoy.

OnPoint

Nope.

Good luck with the hunt and purchase.

CO Lightfoot

No bad experiences for me. Not even close.

Just the opposite: Lots of friendly car-people and good times.

Drive "friendly" and most folks will treat you right.

Of course, common sense precautions help; for instance, whenever possible I park in safe areas far from crowds.

59BlueSilver

I agree, electric cars won’t be viable until we have an infrastructure in place. And that’s years down the road. I guess I’m okay with it (will miss the loud exhaust), but it has to beat a Tesla!

Whodamans

I get alot of people who REALLY try to race me, slightly dangerous at times but i rarely bite. Other than that just alot of looks and questions.

madsonp

Here in Montana, everybody loves Corvettes.

Brent4880

Approaching my first year of ownership and my experiences in SE Ohio have been positive. Like others have said, be mindful of where you go and park it. I park my Mazda3 in the boondocks too. There are idiots and jealous people everywhere so you never know, but so far it’s been a great experience.