[Z06] 2013 z06 sitting on lot since Oct2012?
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2013 z06 sitting on lot since Oct2012?
Question... I've located a great 2013 Z06, and may head to purchase it this coming Monday. (So woo hoo for me)... I do have a slight concern that it has been sitting in the lot since Oct2012, honestly wondering why such a great car had never been snatched up. Does anyone think its of a concern, or, just that possibly the price of the car (@ 90K MSRP) may have just scared some off.
In-advance THANKS!
In-advance THANKS!
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just low demand & high price, I suspect...
my ZR1 sat on the dealer's lot for nine months before I bought it...
negotiate the best deal you can and go for it !
(insist on a new OEM battery, b-t-w).
my ZR1 sat on the dealer's lot for nine months before I bought it...
negotiate the best deal you can and go for it !
(insist on a new OEM battery, b-t-w).
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How deep is the discount? At this point you should be able to get a screaming deal. Before you pull the trigger, make sure the car is freshly washed- then look carefully to make sure there are no water spots on the paint.
Many years ago I bought a new car (Chevy) that had been on the lot for several months. I didn't think much of the light coating of dust on the car until I got home and washed it. Only then did I see the water spots everywhere. They were never able to get them off and ended up giving me a crappy repaint. Between that and some nightmares in dealing with their horrible service dept. on other issues, I didn't buy another new Chevy for over 20 years. They've come a ways since then but it can't hurt to check it out. Good luck on the purchase.
Many years ago I bought a new car (Chevy) that had been on the lot for several months. I didn't think much of the light coating of dust on the car until I got home and washed it. Only then did I see the water spots everywhere. They were never able to get them off and ended up giving me a crappy repaint. Between that and some nightmares in dealing with their horrible service dept. on other issues, I didn't buy another new Chevy for over 20 years. They've come a ways since then but it can't hurt to check it out. Good luck on the purchase.
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How deep is the discount? At this point you should be able to get a screaming deal. Before you pull the trigger, make sure the car is freshly washed- then look carefully to make sure there are no water spots on the paint.
Many years ago I bought a new car (Chevy) that had been on the lot for several months. I didn't think much of the light coating of dust on the car until I got home and washed it. Only then did I see the water spots everywhere. They were never able to get them off and ended up giving me a crappy repaint. Between that and some nightmares in dealing with their horrible service dept. on other issues, I didn't buy another new Chevy for over 20 years. They've come a ways since then but it can't hurt to check it out. Good luck on the purchase.
Many years ago I bought a new car (Chevy) that had been on the lot for several months. I didn't think much of the light coating of dust on the car until I got home and washed it. Only then did I see the water spots everywhere. They were never able to get them off and ended up giving me a crappy repaint. Between that and some nightmares in dealing with their horrible service dept. on other issues, I didn't buy another new Chevy for over 20 years. They've come a ways since then but it can't hurt to check it out. Good luck on the purchase.
Excellent point on the waterspot items....let alone just sitting out in general and sun fading possible. As it sits, they offer the $2000 rebate plus my supplier discount...so lets call it $9400. (I could swear that some of the larger dealers were showing 14K+ off at one point). Super nice car... black with red stitching, CF hood, some CF interior items but when you open the doors it is obvious where the dust has gathered. All-in-all -9500 off just does not seem like much for a car that is 1yr sitting and the 2014's are coming in as-we-speak. (I did love the car).
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Excellent point on the waterspot items....let alone just sitting out in general and sun fading possible. As it sits, they offer the $2000 rebate plus my supplier discount...so lets call it $9400. (I could swear that some of the larger dealers were showing 14K+ off at one point). Super nice car... black with red stitching, CF hood, some CF interior items but when you open the doors it is obvious where the dust has gathered. All-in-all -9500 off just does not seem like much for a car that is 1yr sitting and the 2014's are coming in as-we-speak. (I did love the car).
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Excellent point on the waterspot items....let alone just sitting out in general and sun fading possible. As it sits, they offer the $2000 rebate plus my supplier discount...so lets call it $9400. (I could swear that some of the larger dealers were showing 14K+ off at one point). Super nice car... black with red stitching, CF hood, some CF interior items but when you open the doors it is obvious where the dust has gathered. All-in-all -9500 off just does not seem like much for a car that is 1yr sitting and the 2014's are coming in as-we-speak. (I did love the car).
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Trading anything in, or just outright sale?
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My 2011 Z06/Z07 was at the dealer for 13 months until I bought it at a 21% discount off MSRP. I have owned it for a year and a half; no issues.
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If it is the color and options you want then go for it but as others have said dont just do it because it looks like a great deal because it sure isn't that. good luck with it though. Beat 'em down some more
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If it has been sitting that long you will problem have some issues. Correctable, yes, but you will have to work on it. Mine sat for 13 mos. and most of it outside. I had waterspots and brake dust stains on the wheel barrels. It had 200 miles on it , demo miles. So just be aware that some of those things will probably need fixing.
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The mileage would be my big concern. Take Got2Hav1's 200 miles, I'd have to wonder how many of those 200 miles were at 7,000 rev limit. I may run mine to the limit but I wouldn't want a car that someone else already rung the crap out of it. As for water spots and brake dust, I'd just make sure that was all remedied before signing on the doted line.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
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The mileage would be my big concern. Take Got2Hav1's 200 miles, I'd have to wonder how many of those 200 miles were at 7,000 rev limit. I may run mine to the limit but I wouldn't want a car that someone else already rung the crap out of it. As for water spots and brake dust, I'd just make sure that was all remedied before signing on the doted line.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
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I bought my 13 z06 from Tim, it was discounted almost 19k for a 2LZ with the black cup wheels, F55 etc. I also think they are covering shipping also up to a certain amount.
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The mileage would be my big concern. Take Got2Hav1's 200 miles, I'd have to wonder how many of those 200 miles were at 7,000 rev limit. I may run mine to the limit but I wouldn't want a car that someone else already rung the crap out of it. As for water spots and brake dust, I'd just make sure that was all remedied before signing on the doted line.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
As for the discount and all, having the exact car I wanted is more important to me. 30% off for one that wasn't the color I wanted is no deal to me.
These cars are made to take a beating so if a few people went out with a salesman.. did a pull or two.. who cares. OP - If you like the car and are agreeable to the price, jump on it.
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So you've never bought a used sports car? I can't justify the price of buying new on depreciation alone. Must be the accountant in me.
These cars are made to take a beating so if a few people went out with a salesman.. did a pull or two.. who cares. OP - If you like the car and are agreeable to the price, jump on it.
These cars are made to take a beating so if a few people went out with a salesman.. did a pull or two.. who cares. OP - If you like the car and are agreeable to the price, jump on it.
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Excellent point on the waterspot items....let alone just sitting out in general and sun fading possible. As it sits, they offer the $2000 rebate plus my supplier discount...so lets call it $9400. (I could swear that some of the larger dealers were showing 14K+ off at one point). Super nice car... black with red stitching, CF hood, some CF interior items but when you open the doors it is obvious where the dust has gathered. All-in-all -9500 off just does not seem like much for a car that is 1yr sitting and the 2014's are coming in as-we-speak. (I did love the car).
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