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C7 Z06 Discussion
09-13-2014, 12:55 PM
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I learned a new term today, "Sales Premium"
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Good advice! I had the same experience at my...
Good advice! I had the same experience at my local dealer in suburban philly. I made a few calls and found another dealer who agreed to msrp. :thumbs:
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C7 Z06 Discussion
09-07-2014, 09:56 AM
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Macmulkin asking if you will give 5K over???
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:iagree: I do not think forum members are...
:iagree:
I do not think forum members are oblivious to supply / demand concepts at all. Paying a premium, which will quickly evaporate in a few months as the supply and demand scenario rapidly...
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C7 Z06 Discussion
09-07-2014, 01:34 AM
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Macmulkin asking if you will give 5K over???
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My local dealership is pulling the same nonsense....
My local dealership is pulling the same nonsense. They called me yesterday to take my order while insisting on 10k over MSRP. I declined and am disappointed. I am half tempted to go buy a viper or...
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C7 Z06 Discussion
08-28-2014, 11:08 PM
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Carbon Flash Rear?
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Carbon Flash Rear?
Will the Z06's rear section be finished in black carbon flash paint or just the plain black finish like on the Stingray?
If so, I think the splitter and rockers will look better in carbon flash...
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C7 Z06 Discussion
08-24-2014, 06:06 PM
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dealer markups
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Velocita
:iagree: I refuse to pay above MSRP and am...
:iagree:
I refuse to pay above MSRP and am willing to wait a little longer.
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C7 Z06 Discussion
08-23-2014, 11:44 PM
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dealer markups
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the dealership in my neighborhood is asking for...
the dealership in my neighborhood is asking for $10k!
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C7 Z06 Discussion
08-23-2014, 11:05 PM
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dealer markups
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dealer markups
so given the likelihood that strong demand will exceed supply, I expect initial allocations will come with dealer markups. Any thoughts as to the amount dealers will tack on for the privilege of...
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C7 General Discussion
08-01-2014, 12:23 PM
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Clarkson loves it!
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Velocita
:iagree: His purpose is to entertain and does a...
:iagree: His purpose is to entertain and does a great job. I doubt he really dislikes Americans, he is being funny. Audtin Powers mocked many British sterotypes, such as the teeth, but it is all in...
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C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-30-2014, 06:51 PM
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Sinking Corvette?!!?!
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Velocita
thanks for the replies... so are you adjusting...
thanks for the replies... so are you adjusting the ride height every year or so? seems crazy, but I guess it is necessary.
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C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-30-2014, 04:39 PM
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Sinking Corvette?!!?!
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Sinking Corvette?!!?!
Roughly one year ago I decided to go with a set of HRE wheels at a local speed shop. In addition to the new wheels and tires, they also lowered my car on the stock bolts, which finished the look...
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-30-2014, 11:09 AM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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I agree that most people have no clue. in fact, I...
I agree that most people have no clue. in fact, I think most people would be more "impressed" with a boxster than a Z06.
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-27-2014, 04:56 PM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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What other cars did you consider before...
What other cars did you consider before purchasing your ZR1? What made you select the Corvette over the competition?
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-27-2014, 10:31 AM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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Velocita
:iagree: I think this is a problem that expands...
:iagree: I think this is a problem that expands beyond our hobby.
I noticed much of the conversation pertains to buying used versus new etc.. My original question was more focused on the corvette...
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-26-2014, 09:18 PM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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:iagree: I respect the 911, but I just do not get...
:iagree: I respect the 911, but I just do not get the styling at all. I see a pumped up beetle! To each their own, but not for me.:smash:
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-26-2014, 12:27 PM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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Seems to me that once a car crosses a certain...
Seems to me that once a car crosses a certain price point many buyers expect prestige - the car becomes a fashion accesory in some sense. The VW Phaeton is a perfect case study.
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C7 Z06 Discussion
01-26-2014, 09:45 AM
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
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who would spend 100k on a vette?!?!?!
I expect a loaded Z06 will cost close to 100k and am surprised by the many journalists, bloggers, commenters etc… that question spending that kind of money on a "lowly" corvette. Their viewpoint...
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C7 General Discussion
07-24-2013, 11:08 PM
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Who names thier cars?
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Velocita
When I was dating my now wife, I also spent a ton...
When I was dating my now wife, I also spent a ton of time with my black '07 Z51, which she dubbed my "black girlfriend.":hide:
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C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-11-2013, 05:25 PM
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After seeing the C7, does anyone feel differently about their C6?
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I like the C7. The back end is controversial, but...
I like the C7. The back end is controversial, but I admire GM's willingness to move the car forward and appeal to new buyers. I suspect they will struggle abroad due to pricing challanges, but a...
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C6 Corvette General Discussion
07-11-2013, 04:34 PM
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Picked up the C6 GS yesterday. Pics
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Velocita
Congrats - the car is gorgeous. I have a white GS...
Congrats - the car is gorgeous. I have a white GS too. I am also guilty of looking in the garage on my way up to bed! I am glad to hear I am not the only nut who does these things.
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C7 General Discussion
01-14-2013, 09:09 PM
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Is Europe going to laugh at us?
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Velocita
:rofl: well done sir.
:rofl:
well done sir.
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C7 General Discussion
12-10-2012, 11:52 AM
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What is your plan B???
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I am unclear if you are implying the C7 will be a...
I am unclear if you are implying the C7 will be a disappointment or if you are declaring some sort of good riddance to a corvette owner you are deeming disloyal?
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C7 General Discussion
12-09-2012, 10:55 PM
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What is your plan B???
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What is your plan B???
I am sure the C7 will be great, but if it is a disapointment I am thinking of going with the new Viper. I am curious what everyone is thinking... If not the Viper, what will you do? Keep and upgrade...
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C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
11-20-2012, 09:58 PM
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Velocita
the pictures are incredible. As I scroll through...
the pictures are incredible. As I scroll through I keep changing my opinion of my favorite color! The only solution is to buy them all!
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C7 General Discussion
09-02-2012, 12:29 PM
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C7 has NO targa top?
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Velocita
:iagree: to answer the question: targa top...
:iagree:
to answer the question: targa top is a must! It is the main reason I selected the GS over the other corvette models.
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C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-27-2012, 03:09 PM
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Pics (Second Attempt)
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Velocita
Thanks. The wheels are HRE 43SC with the...
Thanks.
The wheels are HRE 43SC with the Pilot Sport tires. They are a newer offering from HRE with a conical design which is difficult to see in a picture.
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