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rebco10 - 20 Feb 2006 23:15 GMT

As I posted I sold my 96 lt4 today. I absolutely loved it. Compared to
my 93 convertible, the 96 was hugely better. As I am sure I will find
my 96 coupe compared to a c5 any year.

I went to look at a local car today. Unfortunately, the battery was
dead. Normally that would have turned me off, buy mine was dead also.
the car looked real nice.
I alway prided myself in keeping the 96 original. The 99 I looked at
had K&N air filter, borla exhaust and REAL NICE newer c5 rims. Maybe
02 rims and new tires. Car has 26K miles price is about $27,000.

Here are my concerns.
Does the borla exhaust add to or detract from the Corvette character?
How about re-sale or value in general.

My 93 convertible was pretty cramped. I did not see the car with the
roof on. Is it an easy ride top up? Is it tight or comfortable?

What should I look for when the guy starts it tomorrow.

I will probably buy the car. If not, it will be another c5. I do miss
the c4
Thanks.

Any other suggestions would be welcome.

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Dad - 21 Feb 2006 00:19 GMT

> As I posted I sold my 96 lt4 today. I absolutely loved it. Compared
> to
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> Maybe
> 02 rims and new tires. Car has 26K miles price is about $27,000.

Just a tad over priced, for that money you can go up 2 years, drop
10,000 miles and you might even get a convertible. I've seen '99s
going in the teens with less miles. Maxie Price has a 2001 coupe with
less than 10,000 miles for $27+ but a cash deal would be about what
you're going to pay for the '99. They'll pick you up at the airport
and it's a fun ride home.

Then you must remember that you're buying at the wrong time, spring.
Still there is a 2000 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, pewter with
black landau top, spotless, showroom condition, fully loaded, all
power, 25,000 miles. $27,500 Ohio 330-717-0545. Easy to find and I
would bring it to you if you would stick a stamp on my a.s and send me
back home.

> Here are my concerns.
> Does the borla exhaust add to or detract from the Corvette
> character?
> How about re-sale or value in general.

No, yes, and none.

> My 93 convertible was pretty cramped. I did not see the car with
> the
> roof on. Is it an easy ride top up? Is it tight or comfortable?

It's not like your wedding night.

> What should I look for when the guy starts it tomorrow.

The door to go home, too much, offer no more than 20 as a last offer,
start lower.

> I will probably buy the car. If not, it will be another c5. I do
> miss
> the c4
> Thanks.
>
> Any other suggestions would be welcome.

Hang in there for a 2000, although there was nothing wrong with the
'97, '98, and '99 there was some much needed fuel management changes
made in '99 and '00.
What ever you do, do it now, if this weather gets nice your dealing
days are over.

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05 C6 Silver/Red 6spd Z51
72 Shark Black/Black/4spd

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rebco10 - 21 Feb 2006 03:11 GMT

Thank you so much dad. I called the lady with the convertible.
Priced right beutiful car.. I want a 6 spd. it is an auto.
Really appreciate it though.
I will drive the red one tomorrow. I will also call Maxie price.

Thanks again.

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rebco10 - 21 Feb 2006 03:29 GMT

> Just a tad over priced, for that money you can go up 2 years, drop
> 10,000 miles and you might even get a convertible. I've seen '99s
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> would bring it to you if you would stick a stamp on my a.s and send me
> back home.

I know you are offering free advice. I have to say, every time I
looked for a car I was told the cars are always cheaper. When I bought
my 96 for $21, I was told they are all around for 14 grand. When I
sold my 93 I was told by this group it was not worth more then 13 grand
(sold for 19500).
The maxi peuter can had 60,000 miles when it was registered last year.
I dont know the mileage now as they are closed. Otherwide it would
have been a great dea. the lady in Ohio (extremely nice) is an auto.
You are right , priced right.

Hey, if you see any other deals let me know. I know, one nice week and
I may have to wait for November.

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Dad - 21 Feb 2006 04:47 GMT

> I know you are offering free advice. I have to say, every time I
> looked for a car I was told the cars are always cheaper. When I
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> and
> I may have to wait for November.

Know what you're saying, but all opinions are just that. Where you're
at and what is around you changes what everyone else may experience. A
friend just made a cash deal for a 2002 convertible with 9,700 miles
for $29,000 that we picked up Friday 150 miles from his house. It to
was an automatic, we traded off driving back and I kind of miss the
ease of driving the Auto, smelled better than my C6.
I think he's still sitting out in the garage looking at it and it has
been 10 degrees out for the last few days.

Good luck

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PJ - 21 Feb 2006 04:50 GMT

>> Just a tad over priced, for that money you can go up 2 years, drop
>> 10,000 miles and you might even get a convertible. I've seen '99s
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> Hey, if you see any other deals let me know. I know, one nice week and
> I may have to wait for November.

Try this:

<< www.autotrader.com >>

Plug in a zip code. (If your's won't work, use 92123 and set the radius
to "any distance." ). I just checked for 1998 and 1999 and got 673
cars that are for sale by both dealers and private parties. You can
further filter for price to see what it buys in terms of body style,
equipment and mileage. Many have multiple fotos and some have a free
CARFAX.

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’89 HookerCar, ’02 E-blu 6-spd Coupe

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