For the convertible, he would start about there but could easily throw on
$6000 - $8000 in options.  Outrageous, yes, but what isn't in GM's pricing,
like the $3300 AM-FM-CD + DVD option.  (I can hear you - WHAT????)

However, as we all know, there are deals to be had and a bit of shopping, he
can be right there for a new one on a lot if he is willing to travel.

And when you think of it, buying a new one anywhere in the country is no big
deal. It isn't a gamble, it is a new car.  You don't have to test drive it,
inspect it wit your mechanic, worry the water pump will blow out halfway
home, the transmission will burn up, or lots of things many worry about with
used cars.

And really, what an adventure. Buy a new Corvette in some place very
different (other side of the mountains for desert or flatland dwellers, in
Florida for very northern dwellers, Pacific NW for desert dwellers, and so
on) and get not only one great first ride, but get a chance to experience a
very different part of the country in your brand new Corvette.

It makes me wish I had $60,000 to go spend on a car right now.