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BigButtLover 03-22-2014 06:17 PM


Originally Posted by Red08 (Post 1586371910)
I don't defend having it. I have told people that I have always wanted a vette, and finally was able to get one. I have also told people that I am very blessed to have it.

I love this answer. Same one I use. :thumbs:

Cyberdemonbfg 03-22-2014 07:01 PM


Originally Posted by ESB-LS2 (Post 1586468728)
I live in Quebec,Canada and bought a 2005 Vette in dec.2012. everyone comments on where did I get the money for it? when I tell them I paid less than 30k they say but it is only for summer driving. I tell them I bought it to drive for 7 months and rain or shine because it was my dream car for 55 years.I don't take 4 vacation trips a year! I drive my dream car instead.that keeps them quiet. most people give me envy looks and others thumbs up.I LOVE my DREAM CAR!!!!!!

:thumbs: I haven't taken a vacation since 2002.My wife and i take care of my parents and i still work four nights a week but it's my DD and i enjoy it a little each day.

airspeed 03-23-2014 01:31 AM

my wife and i are in our mid 70s was not blessed to have kids, when i bought the vette
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.

rmarks 03-23-2014 03:48 AM

It's just other peoples way of saying "Nice Car". I just smile and say that "it's my baby" and they always smile back.

usctroj836 03-23-2014 03:52 AM

My thoughts exactly.
 

Originally Posted by Hameister (Post 1586318852)
I purchased my new 2013 Grand Sport, in January of 2013.

Since then, I've had a variety of remarks from neighbors, acquaintances, family members, and even a few friends.

Here's some of the typical comments, and my typical responses.

That's a pretty expensive toy isn't it? --- No, not really, Lamborghinis are expensive, Corvettes not so much.
How much did it cost? --- Out the door, $61,000.
Like I said, that's a lot of money for a toy. --- I've done well, I can afford it.

Why do you need so much horsepower just to drive around town? --- Clearly, you've never driven a high performance sports car, have you?

Looks like you're having a mid-life crisis. --- Hey, growing old is mandatory, growing up is optional!

Most of these people are just jealous, but can't admit it.

Growing up is optional. I love my 2009 ZO6. I am lucky enough to have a 9 to 5 career (more like 6 to 4) and a small business I started in 1991. :cheers:

tprice 03-23-2014 07:35 AM


Originally Posted by rmarks (Post 1586473116)
It's just other peoples way of saying "Nice Car". I just smile and say that "it's my baby" and they always smile back.

I think you hit the nail on the head:thumbs:

Old Boot 03-23-2014 07:54 AM

Ive never had to defend my Vette until last month. My wife is at me everyday saying she liked the old one better (2012 GS CG M heritage pkg) I traded it in when she was "away" visiting the grand kids for a 2013 427 1SC anniversary edition. I havn't heard anything but "I LIKE THE OLD ONE BETTER, GUESS WE CAN PAINT THE NEW ONE, BUT IT HAS A COVERTABLE TOP"

Go figure:crazy2::crazy2:

cnw 03-23-2014 10:41 AM

No, once they see my gun the conversations shifts. The Vette is the least of the conversation.

Chuckle.

Craig

saplumr 03-23-2014 10:53 AM


Originally Posted by airspeed (Post 1586472858)
my wife and i are in our mid 70s was not blessed to have kids, when i bought the vette
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.

Just imagine what she thinks about motorcycles!

GuyFromLeMans 03-23-2014 11:12 AM


Originally Posted by airspeed (Post 1586472858)
my wife and i are in our mid 70s was not blessed to have kids, when i bought the vette
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.

Tell this irresponsible individual that the number one cause of concern for the future of our planet is overpopulation (which given the intellectual level of her remark has to be news to her) and suggest she helps her own species working towards sustainability by stopping popping kids out every year and enjoy life in a two seater.

QUAKEJAKE 03-23-2014 11:30 AM


Originally Posted by airspeed (Post 1586472858)
my wife and i are in our mid 70s was not blessed to have kids, when i bought the vette
her long time friend said that only selfish people buy two seat cars. my reply was she is just jealous because she is to big to fit. love my vette and will never defend owning it.

I've received a few comments similar to this from a few"" friends"" and some family and have heard from them less and less throughout our years of Corvette ownership. Envy and jealousy are terrible qualities. I have since defriended them of my Facebook!:D

C5-1 03-24-2014 12:35 AM

Mine is a daily driver and it always comes up when visiting clients. I simply respond that I average 35-40k miles a year, my car is my office...so why not make my job even more enjoyable :cool:

ravill 03-24-2014 12:52 AM

Ha!!

I usually get the reverse defending comments?

"Why'd you get a cheap chevrolet?!" LOL!


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