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The OP specifically asked for comments or thoughts. CF member rkhegler did just that. He shared his comments and thoughts, most of which I agree with.
You can't jump on the guy (rkhegler) just because his thoughts are not what OP wants to hear and don't agree with what many young guys think is OK behavior. We are the products of our experiences and as a 65 year-old myself, having lived a "traditional" life, it is simply unacceptable for a man to continue depending on mommy and daddy for a place to live while buying expensive sports cars...even if mommy and daddy don't mind this intrusion. Used to be that a man took pride in being independent and doing things on his own as he took responsibility for his own life.
Things have apparently changed to the point where the younger generation sees no problem in remaining dependent on parents for a place to live while buying toys. I suppose the definition of what it means to be a man has changed as well.
Again, OP asked for our thoughts. Don't get pissed because they don't agree with your own.
Not everybody judges others manhood that way. That simply tells me a lot about how you judge people. And you do know that a lot of women think that guys who drive Corvettes are compensating for what they lack in other areas
Is it too late to offer just a little advice ?
Buying a 2017 will cost you an awful lot more than buying a 2014.
In the long run, I think that if you bought an earlier C7 you can possibly save up to 20 thousand dollars, possibly more. I think your parents would agree with me.
Is it too late to offer just a little advice ?
Buying a 2017 will cost you an awful lot more than buying a 2014.
In the long run, I think that if you bought an earlier C7 you can possibly save up to 20 thousand dollars, possibly more. I think your parents would agree with me.
Is it too late to offer just a little advice ?
Buying a 2017 will cost you an awful lot more than buying a 2014.
In the long run, I think that if you bought an earlier C7 you can possibly save up to 20 thousand dollars, possibly more. I think your parents would agree with me.
That's what I did with a C6 which I then traded for a left over new C7 4 years later. Almost got what I paid for in trade for the C6 and 25+% off of MSRP on the loaded C7. If he does it right he can save a ton of money and get into a Z or C8 in the future and have even more cash flow. Either way he'll be fine.
Hey brother, get your Vette and be happy. Dont listen to these fuckos busting your chops about living with your parents. If you and your parents have a great relationship and it works, more power to you. Go ahead and save your money living with the folks now and get your own place when you are ready. Do what makes you happy, not what some over the hill sour puss dousche bag says.
Is it too late to offer just a little advice ?
Buying a 2017 will cost you an awful lot more than buying a 2014.
In the long run, I think that if you bought an earlier C7 you can possibly save up to 20 thousand dollars, possibly more. I think your parents would agree with me.
How has no one posted this yet?
However, I am on the OP's side of the argument. I bought my first vette at 28, almost 2 years ago. Never regretted it for a second. I started track driving this year and have already done 7 track days in 2017. I am shipping it to Germany to participate in a 8 night, 4 country, rally.
The only downside I can see is having to bring girls back to your parents house. Nice problem to have though, ya?
Is it too late to offer just a little advice ?
Buying a 2017 will cost you an awful lot more than buying a 2014.
In the long run, I think that if you bought an earlier C7 you can possibly save up to 20 thousand dollars, possibly more. I think your parents would agree with me.
Because you have clearly thought this through carefully, seem to be a very responsible person, and have a great career ahead of you, I've encouraged you to go for it since early on in your first thread. The above really is great advice.
These days, my favorite way to purchase a more expensive vehicle, particularly a sports car is to find a very low mileage, year or two old model, usually a manufacturer-certified, pre-owned (CPO) unit. The savings are usually huge, they often come with extended warranties, or you can purchase one for $1-2K that extends beyond what the original bumper-to-bumper warranty would be.
I purchased my '14 C7 Z51 2LT convertible as a CPO w/ 3K miles, 14 months old, for $20K off MSRP. It came with an extended powertrain warranty, and it has been flawless in the 10K miles I've put on it.
I've actually had better luck, reliability wise, with my CPO vehicles, than cars I've ordered or purchased new, two of which I've had to lemon-law. New cars don't have a maintenance history, but CPO cars do, and chances are if an under 10K miles vehicle has a clean history, it's going to be reliable for a long time.
Because you have clearly thought this through carefully, seem to be a very responsible person, and have a great career ahead of you, I've encouraged you to go for it since early on in your first thread. The above really is great advice.
These days, my favorite way to purchase a more expensive vehicle, particularly a sports car is to find a very low mileage, year or two old model, usually a manufacturer-certified, pre-owned (CPO) unit. The savings are usually huge, they often come with extended warranties, or you can purchase one for $1-2K that extends beyond what the original bumper-to-bumper warranty would be.
I purchased my '14 C7 Z51 2LT convertible as a CPO w/ 3K miles, 14 months old, for $20K off MSRP. It came with an extended powertrain warranty, and it has been flawless in the 10K miles I've put on it.
I've actually had better luck, reliability wise, with my CPO vehicles, than cars I've ordered or purchased new, two of which I've had to lemon-law. New cars don't have a maintenance history, but CPO cars do, and chances are if an under 10K miles vehicle has a clean history, it's going to be reliable for a long time.
Thank you so much! This is literally the best advice I've read thus far. I'm absolutely going to go that route. It's just so worth it to save that amount of cash and to get such a protective warranty. Thank you again!
How has no one posted this yet?
However, I am on the OP's side of the argument. I bought my first vette at 28, almost 2 years ago. Never regretted it for a second. I started track driving this year and have already done 7 track days in 2017. I am shipping it to Germany to participate in a 8 night, 4 country, rally.
The only downside I can see is having to bring girls back to your parents house. Nice problem to have though, ya?
My Vette is Pre-Owned.
It spent 22 years in the desert abandoned before it got into my hands ..
Thats about as pre-owned as you can get.
Not certified .
When I get my C7, I will still keep my beloved survivor, 50,000 miles on original motor ..
Great story. You have a bright future with supportive parents. Go for it. I started out with zip but I had a three year old Corvette when I was 19 going to school and working a part time job. To get around the insurance issue we put the car in my moms name she took out the loan I made the payments. The loan was paid back in four years than we put the car in my name. l was working full time and had a company car. God has blessed me many times over.
since than I look back and continue to thank God. he blessed me with a beautiful wife three great sons eventually a home than a partner in a business. Put three boys through College and have owned 26 Corvettes over the years and multiple other sports cars, hot rods etc. waiting for a C8. You can do this!
all the best to you.
RYTOCOR
04-07-2017, 06:14 PM
