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Replying to: defrit2000 (Aug 24, 2006 1:16 pm) If your son thinks the XM antenna is ugly on the Vette he better educate me as to where it is because I have yet to figure that out. The owners manual says that it is "on" the roof or the trunk lid. Again, I don't see where it is. (I had read that it was hidden and that appears to be true.) I have the coupe. I suggest that you look at and try to figure out where the antenna is. Also, drive the manual for the experience of the manual but give it a chance. The car truly is awesome. The S2000 may have a shorter throw and feel lighter on the road. But this is a world class 400HP car. It truly is awesome! The Z06 is comparable to cars that cost $100,00 to $200,000 and that is not my opinion but the opinion of the car magazines. The 6 speed manual takes some getting used to. My first impression was that I hated the 1-4 skip shift but it is easily avoided once you get used to the car. (Shift from 1st to 2nd below 15 mph or above 20.) Try it. To the guy who is 20, drive up in your present car and hopefully you can convince them that you are serious.
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Replying to: jayelleseven (Aug 25, 2006 2:06 pm) |
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Replying to: brianapal (Aug 25, 2006 4:33 pm) I believe that in 2005 ( only ) on the C6 it was the same "wart" I have on my 2005 GM Sedan. "(U2K) XM Satellite Radio included with Bose audio systems and features hidden antenna" - GM \ Corvette Changes for 2006 Enjoy the drive! - Ray Still debating . . . |
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 Thank you for all the helful replies. Brian, my wife and I read your response to the antennae and you had us in stitches. You have a great sense of humor. They must have changed things since my son last looked at the car. To all who have commmented on the transmission, I am going to test drive both but, let's face it, I'm a guy who likes to shift so I know I'm going to get the 6-speed. Know anyone who wants a S2000, 2001 with only 18,100 miles? To Jayellenseven I must tell you the local dealership would not provide me a test drive in their single example of the 6-speed Vette. I am a physician and their store is only a 3 minute drive from my office! If a doctor whose office is around the corner can't get a test drive God help a 20 year old. Best bet is to actually write or email a few dealerships with your story and see if anyone responds: I quess. |
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Replying to: defrit2000 (Aug 28, 2006 2:30 pm) I have an idea, call a couple local dealerships and let them know what I want and what Im willing to pay and that I will be ready for purchase... Even then, ill need luck since one dealership has already not called me back...
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Replying to: jayelleseven (Aug 28, 2006 4:57 pm)
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Replying to: pony_pirate (Aug 28, 2006 7:34 pm) Another dealership (Infiniti) only contacted me once after I visited so I knew they were skeptical.. that time I did show up on my own tho.. Ill let you guys know what happens. |
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Replying to: defrit2000 (Aug 28, 2006 2:30 pm)
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Replying to: starrow68 (Aug 28, 2006 8:51 pm) |
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Replying to: starrow68 (Aug 28, 2006 8:51 pm) I did significant research – for months, before requesting a Corvette test drive. Many dealers, particularly those with low allocations, will not allow test drives. Partly, this appears to be because many buyers do not want any Test Drive Miles on the Corvette they purchase. Almost Catch 22. Yet, when I contacted the largest local dealer ( near Atlanta ) I was very pleasantly surprised when (before even meeting me in person ) the Corvette sales person responded via email: “We do allow test drives on coupes & convertibles. I dont understand dealers that dont. I wouldnt buy a $50 pair of shoes without trying them on, much less a $50,000 car” The test drives ( I wrote & posted my impressions here ) convinced me that the C6 would be an acceptable Daily Driver – as well as a fun car to drive! ( A given. ) Good luck! - Ray Also a Leading Edge Baby Boomer (57)
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