chevyave

Today I looked at a fully loaded white 427 convertible that only has 1400 miles. The sticker on this car was just over 91K and the local dealer will let it go for 63K and is and is offering 40K for my 2010 CRM Grandsport 2LT with 4300 miles. I think this is a fair deal overall, but the goofy exterior stickers and blue interior on the convertible is not my preference. Further, the overall build quality of this particular car is not on the same level of my GS because the front bumper and some of the interior trim is poor fitting. My question is what would you do? There is no doubt the 427 convertible is a more unique car with a lot more equipment than my current GS. However, my car is absolutely perfect and I really prefer the CRM color.

funz06

As you say, overall it seems like a pretty fair deal. However, if you feel the car has a 'goofy' exterior look, and you don't like the interior color nor feel comfortable with the interior's quality, will you ever be happy with the car? And if you prefer CRM??????????????????? The build quality on my 427, and any I have seen, is the same as all the other 2013 C6's, so I am not sure why the one you are looking at isn't up to par. I suggest you go with your gut.......you know if you will like it or not.

1968swbbigblock

Buy what you like!
I could not buy a car that had interior colors I did not like, the stripes can come off (although personally I am a fan of the stripes) but you love your current car keep it
Their will always be other 427 verts to look at and consider

ptaylor_9849

Of course they're offering you a good deal on your car. That's because no one wants this nasty blue one with the stickers all over it and poor build quality. Keep what you've got, ESPECIALLY if you love CRM. You will regret buying this car before leaving the dealers lot. If you want more power, throw a supercharger on your existing 2010 GS. I've owned both a GS and a C6 ZO6. A supercharged GS is one fast car. Almost too fast and it would cost you half the money.

Fuele

USA1 427

So you're saying you'll pay 63K for a car that you're not happy with, will most likely change out the interior for one you DO like, and then pay someone to refit the pieces that don't fit as well as you like?
Why bother?
I think you answered your own question.

chevyave

Thanks for all the responses. After coming home from the dealership I looked at my existing GS and have decided to keep my car. I was amazed at the difference in panel gaps and build quality in my car vs. the 427 convertible that is for sale. Maybe it was just this particular convertible or maybe my car is better than most. Regardless, I have seen the light!

Rebel Yell

A wise decision sir.

Stickshiftsteve

A wise decision - but sounds to me that you are Not in love with your current ride that much.
Make a list of what you would consider switching to & what would not be acceptable.
Then start looking!

drich2905

you've got the best color already. You did the right thing IMHO.

Dif

Unless there's a specific reason you want a 427 Vert .. other than it's a good deal .. I'd keep your GS.
And I personally Really like the White with Blue 427 vert Color Combo and if I was to buy one, that would be the Color Combo I would want.
Of course that's just me
And on the other hand, to buy a 427 with that color combo and then change it, IMO, would lower its value.
Either way, with the panels not fitting too well like you said would be a Red Flag to me too and would need further research as to why
Just my 2 cents

Too-Fast

Hands down the 427 'vert will be more desirable and worth more than your GS in the future. With that said, it's your choice, why not find a 427 'vert you really like...and then do the deal? The prices on 427 'verts are dropping all the time.

mrmercedes

Great deal, plus there giving top dollar for your GS. I JUST SOLD A 2011 GS for less then what they offered for your 2010, a little more miles buy a year newer. I just bought the same 427 as what u looked at for $61,000 with 3,500 miles and I'm a dealer. I bought the 427 for my personal use not to resale. Very good deal. I would do that deal if its still there. I would check the car out to make sure its never been touched, if its never been in a accident or painted on anywhere thats a great deal however the deals sounds to good and that 427 may have been wreaked before if you see these issues. That Corvette at the auction will do $63,000 and there is no way a 2010 GS will bring $40,000 at a auction so for a dealer to do that deal would raise a Red Flag. I'm saying this because i'm a dealer and I'm sure they know what they have and what its worth in real money. If u real want a 427 nows the time because they are almost $30,000 off msrp in one year. At some time you got to jump in and i think nows the time. I think a year from now you may find one for $64,000 but it maybe a 10,000 car. I think they have just about hit bottom. Good luck

USA1 427

Buy it and run!! That's a great deal!! I bought mine within a few weeks of them coming out and paid that $91K price. Enjoy the ride cause it's a BLAST to drive!

bojangles

I would be more concerned over the motor than the color. My '13 convertible is a great car but after 3000 miles it stared loosing oil pressure At 3600 miles the motor needed to replaced.

USA1 427

That's 1 out of 2500 or so. Buy it.