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Well, I got no call on the raffle at the Museum, so I guess I got stiffed again on the drawing for a C-6. Oh, well, maybe next time. Still time I think to get a ticket for the "build your own Z06" raffle, but the ticket cost is out of my budget--I think they are $500 each, but a very limited number being sold. Too much car for this old man anyway. 
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Replying to: gbjerke (Aug 31, 2005 4:52 pm)
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Replying to: typhon1991 (Sep 07, 2005 4:25 pm) Same with my '03. Bought in August '03 when the '04's were about to hit. However I bought for invoice less the rebate at the time. I wonder what the production numbers were for '01. Maybe you have that info. When I first heard of the content on the C6 Z I toyed with the idea of the "instant gratification" and there are several dealers out there selling for sticker so the temptation was there. However, I live in snow country so another couple months or so of driving and it will be put to bed for the winter. Just not worth it if one considers the potential deals out there next April/May.
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Replying to: gbjerke (Sep 09, 2005 2:15 pm)  llocation is based on 2005 years sales. Chevy stated that there will be some certified Corvette dealers who won't get a single Z06. The difference between the 2001 and the 2006 is the 06's are sold before they get here, the 2001's weren't. Laws of Supply and demand. I guess we will have to wait and see what happens.
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2001: 1YY07 Base Coupe $40,280 15,681 44% 1YY67 Base Convertible $46,805 14,173 40% 1YY37 Base Hardtop - Z06 Model $48,0555 5,773 16% Total: 35,627 100% 2003: 1YY07 Base Coupe $43,475 12,812 36% 1YY67 Base Convertible $50,375 14,022 40% 1YY37 Base Hardtop - Z06 Model $51,275 8,635 24% Includes Comm. Ed. Total: 35,469 100% 2004: 1YY07 Base Coupe $43,735 16,165 47% 1YY67 Base Convertible $50,735 12,216 36% 1YY37 Base Hardtop - Z06 Model $51,585 5,683 17% Total: 34,064 100% So, the 24% was very high, but the 2006 is filling new demand and so could exceed that. As noted, it will be interesting to watch. Not yet ready to pony up sticker, which I'm thinking with basic options and tax will be $75k+-.
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check out automobilemag.com and autoweek.com for Z06 pictures. The new LS7 is hand-built check these links (note the signature) LS7 link two LS7 link two |
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Replying to: typhon1991 (Sep 10, 2005 6:40 am) The '06 content was well publicized long before introduction and it is GONZO so many were "pre-sold" per your definition, BUT the buyers are going on the history of the Z06, not a new and unknown model. Sure, there are a ton of "gotta have it now" guys and they are your "pre-sold's". Many others will wait it out, myself included. We well know the resale value of Vettes drop like a rock and that is big enough of a hit to have a performance car, and to pay a premium when it comes out is for a select few. The new Z is getting dangerously close to 911 range for price and while the Z will outperform it, many look to the value after say 2 years, and all of a sudden the extra for a 911 at inception, returns these $$$ PLUS. Just my thoughts. |
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Replying to: starrow68 (Sep 10, 2005 5:41 pm) Also, your pricing numbers are right on. I'd want the 65,800 base plus the 2LZ package plus the polished wheels and that turns out to be 70k. Add tax and you are right at 75k. It's a bummer to wait but will see what the market is next spring. |
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The new Z06 does cost more than the C5 Z06, but Porsche hasn't fixed the RMS (rear main seal) leaks of 911s (except for the GT2, GT3, and Turbo which have a much more expensive and racing-derived engine) and Boxsters.
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Replying to: xkss (Sep 12, 2005 12:31 am) It appears that the new Corvette L7 has the raw performance to match or beat many more expensive cars and exotics. However, I am still skeptical of build quality and can't get past the Chevy level fit and finish. I admit am unlikely to use more than 80% of the capability of a 911 S without professional training, so "uber-performance" is not my holy grail. Otherwise I would be on the wait list for a Ferrari 430. But as good as the Corvette performance looks on paper, I don't want to grip a Malibu type steering wheel (someone else's analogy here) or look at a dash that has the aesthetic quality of my 1978 Datsun. And I really hate rattles and squeeks. It just seems that as long as the Corvette falls under the GM umbrella, it will be plagued by these shortcomings. Perhaps GM needs to spin off the Corvette?? |
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