Naysayers chased away by positive reviews
08-24-2013, 05:48 PM
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Well, since you didn't read my posts:
I had a 2005 C6 convertible (which doesn't count in YOUR world because the XLR was already out...never mind that the XLR shared a FRAME with the C6 but had a different transmission/brakes/wheels/tires/interior/exterior/etc)
I had a 1998 C5 convertible (again, doesn't count, I guess, because the coupe was released in 1997).
I will have (hopefully) a C7 convertible around January or February 2014....DOES THAT COUNT?
And you....well, you'll be pulling for all your fellow Corvette lovers C7's to be problematic so you can go to the top of Mount Olympus, pound your chest and proclaim: "I TOLD YOU SO". What a proud day for you.
Jimmy
I had a 2005 C6 convertible (which doesn't count in YOUR world because the XLR was already out...never mind that the XLR shared a FRAME with the C6 but had a different transmission/brakes/wheels/tires/interior/exterior/etc)
I had a 1998 C5 convertible (again, doesn't count, I guess, because the coupe was released in 1997).
I will have (hopefully) a C7 convertible around January or February 2014....DOES THAT COUNT?
And you....well, you'll be pulling for all your fellow Corvette lovers C7's to be problematic so you can go to the top of Mount Olympus, pound your chest and proclaim: "I TOLD YOU SO". What a proud day for you.
Jimmy
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08-24-2013, 05:51 PM
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loving the C7.It's nice to see new members on board with the new one as well. Good sign for the Corvette world.
08-24-2013, 05:54 PM
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I guess most of you would believe a chick is good in bed just b/c a stranger/s said she is.
I would much rather find out for myself, and frankly even if she was good it doesn't mean she's not a bitch in the morning. Hope the analogy is clear.
I would much rather find out for myself, and frankly even if she was good it doesn't mean she's not a bitch in the morning. Hope the analogy is clear.
08-24-2013, 06:07 PM
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From what I've read, the majority of the complaints have been about the rear end, not the performance of the vehicle. Personally, I don't care about the taillights but the diffuser is something I wrestle with. As far as all of the rave reviews are concerned, it's really making that diffuser less of an eyesore, especially if the car is ordered in a darker color.
However, the more I see the photos, the less it bothers me because quite frankly, that Z51 package along with MRSC, NPP and 1LT is going to make one sweet ride for the street but like most others here, I'm going to wait for 2nd or 3rd year run and am anxiously waiting for the release of the Hi-Perf variants as well as that "gosh-darn" configurator!!!
08-24-2013, 06:15 PM
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What you don't get is that, at 56 years old, I don't base buying decisions on ANY reviews. I use reviews for what they should be used for....a guide, PERIOD. The Nissan GT-R has gotten it's fair share of GREAT reviews, but it's a car I never CONSIDERED for reasons that are mine. And the ENTIRE point of my original post was that the reviews have chased a good deal of the negative posts (and posters) out of here. Nothing more, OK? Jeez....
Some of you guys could go on a date with Cindy Crawford and then complain about the mole.
Jimmy
08-24-2013, 06:16 PM
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I believe you hit the next problem. Any and all problems no matter how big or small will be labeled as epic failures or massive recalls by the anti C7 types. Let's decide now to ignore them.
08-24-2013, 06:25 PM
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Dan,
I was not trying to start a fire, and I'm surprised you took it that way. As far as "owner" reports, well, there are PLENTY of C6 owners who have NO issues with the interior quality or the seats. Are they wrong? Not at all, it's their car, they're happy, end of story. I respectfully disagree with them, but that's MY opinion (having owned 2 C6's). Early C6's had their share of problems (I had a 2005 C6), did that diminish the "success" quotient for me....NO....since I subsequently bought a 2008 C6. If your definition of "success" is a trouble free car, then, yes, we will have to wait and see. But, that is YOUR definition of "success", others (including me) don't share your opinion. My definition of "success" goes beyond some ****ling issues (DBS, etc), I look at the overall pleasure the car brings to ME. In MY world, my 2 C6's were amazingly SUCCESSFULL cars!
Jimmy
PS. The point of my thread was that the positive reviews HAVE curtailed the hourly bitch/negative sessions that got locked after their 2nd hour.
I was not trying to start a fire, and I'm surprised you took it that way. As far as "owner" reports, well, there are PLENTY of C6 owners who have NO issues with the interior quality or the seats. Are they wrong? Not at all, it's their car, they're happy, end of story. I respectfully disagree with them, but that's MY opinion (having owned 2 C6's). Early C6's had their share of problems (I had a 2005 C6), did that diminish the "success" quotient for me....NO....since I subsequently bought a 2008 C6. If your definition of "success" is a trouble free car, then, yes, we will have to wait and see. But, that is YOUR definition of "success", others (including me) don't share your opinion. My definition of "success" goes beyond some ****ling issues (DBS, etc), I look at the overall pleasure the car brings to ME. In MY world, my 2 C6's were amazingly SUCCESSFULL cars!
Jimmy
PS. The point of my thread was that the positive reviews HAVE curtailed the hourly bitch/negative sessions that got locked after their 2nd hour.
08-24-2013, 06:25 PM
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Oh come on guys, I have said in numerous other posts that the C6 cars are nine years in and they still have QC problems, why would the C7 be any different?
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
08-24-2013, 06:26 PM
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I get the analogy, although it's a little defeatist. "Had sex with a woman, had a great time, sure hope she isn't a bitch". Wow, that's one way of smashing those rose colored glasses.
What you don't get is that, at 56 years old, I don't base buying decisions on ANY reviews. I use reviews for what they should be used for....a guide, PERIOD. The Nissan GT-R has gotten it's fair share of GREAT reviews, but it's a car I never CONSIDERED for reasons that are mine. And the ENTIRE point of my original post was that the reviews have chased a good deal of the negative posts (and posters) out of here. Nothing more, OK? Jeez....
Some of you guys could go on a date with Cindy Crawford and then complain about the mole.
Jimmy
What you don't get is that, at 56 years old, I don't base buying decisions on ANY reviews. I use reviews for what they should be used for....a guide, PERIOD. The Nissan GT-R has gotten it's fair share of GREAT reviews, but it's a car I never CONSIDERED for reasons that are mine. And the ENTIRE point of my original post was that the reviews have chased a good deal of the negative posts (and posters) out of here. Nothing more, OK? Jeez....
Some of you guys could go on a date with Cindy Crawford and then complain about the mole.
Jimmy
08-24-2013, 06:38 PM
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Oh come on guys, I have said in numerous other posts that the C6 cars are nine years in and they still have QC problems, why would the C7 be any different?
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
08-24-2013, 06:57 PM
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I agree, but why do some have to be so occupied with the possibility of a problem? While on the way to buy a TV, stove, microwave or lamp should we be worried that it will catch fire, blow up or need constant service. Products break the C7 might have problems, but let's not wish it or be paranoid about it.
08-24-2013, 06:59 PM
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I know and thats because the 2005 Corvette was already in its second year as the new Y platform platform. Read what I said above please.
08-24-2013, 06:59 PM
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Don't count on it I'm sorry to say. The C6 Corvette when introduced in 2005 was already out on the road in customers hands as the 2004 Cadillac XLR. Cadillac had a full year to de bug the platform before the first C6 ever ventured down the assembly line. Your 2006 was the third year that platform was in use and usually by the third year GM finally nails them down. You really can't compare C6 to C7 first year reliability because the XLR was really the first year pilot car for the 2005 Corvette.
08-24-2013, 08:22 PM
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Oh come on guys, I have said in numerous other posts that the C6 cars are nine years in and they still have QC problems, why would the C7 be any different?
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
08-24-2013, 09:09 PM
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Oh come on guys, I have said in numerous other posts that the C6 cars are nine years in and they still have QC problems, why would the C7 be any different?
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
I had significant problems C5 & C6 along with thousand of others likewise.
Hopefully C7 will be better.
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08-24-2013, 09:19 PM
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Oh come on guys, I have said in numerous other posts that the C6 cars are nine years in and they still have QC problems, why would the C7 be any different?
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
You know if some of you would simply admit that there will be teething issues it could turn into a conversation as opposed to a conflict or a ridicule.
I don't want to see you who are getting the car be dealing with headaches but it will go with the territory. Maybe a more productive discussion would be what may be problematic on the new car, like the infotainment or AFM.
Going out for a while, enjoy your dinners!
The C6 was Da best (especially the 427!) No other Corvette looked or performed better. There ya go, pal.
08-24-2013, 09:38 PM
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What we need is a C8 section so those who have such a negative attitude towards life and enjoy bulling folks who are looking forward to their new car can go over to that section and take their nasties with them.
Me I'm just enjoying my 13 GS which has been flawless and will expect the same with the C7. My C5 was the same.
These cars are great quality. Sure there are problems with all models but for my money I've been very pleased with all my American cars. The foreign cars that have slipped in here and there are great too but way to much to maintain and fix.
Me I'm just enjoying my 13 GS which has been flawless and will expect the same with the C7. My C5 was the same.
These cars are great quality. Sure there are problems with all models but for my money I've been very pleased with all my American cars. The foreign cars that have slipped in here and there are great too but way to much to maintain and fix.