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Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:33 pm
by pcgizzmo
Vette baby Vette!!!!! Vroommm Vroommmm... ....
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 1:38 pm
by PUCKER
fickman wrote:A few practical questions:
Will it be a daily driver?
--YES
Will you need it for road trips?
--YES, but it's just the wife and I, it will make road trips FUN!!
Does the cost of ownership (especially: tires) matter?
--not really that much, as what we both have currently "wear" expensive shoes (tires)
Do you need to get in / out of the vehicle a lot during the day?
--only a few times...this is definitely a deciding factor
The Corvette would be better for the experience, styling, and fun factors in my opinion, but is less practical on these other matters. If these things aren't relevant, go all in and get the Corvette!
Answers above....I should also add that I'm mesmerized by the new Shelby GT500 Convertible....WOW!
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 3:23 pm
by Shoot Straight
Isn't that like asking Sigma vs M&P
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 3:34 pm
by PUCKER
Shoot Straight wrote:Isn't that like asking Sigma vs M&P
Or Glock vs......
I know, the never-ending question! Wifey found an inferno orange 6-speed manual vette at a local dealer for a GOOD price....hehehehe
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 3:39 pm
by Shoot Straight
My point was S&W makes both the Sigma and M&P, like Chevy makes both the Camaro and Corvette. Same manufacturer but different price points.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 5:11 pm
by Dave2
Just get a
Bugatti Veyron and be done with it.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 8:39 pm
by hoot
Three lessons I have learned...
1. Never pick up a cute puppy until you are ready to keep it;
2. Never sit on a motorcycle unless you intend to ride off on it; and...
3. Never sit behind the wheel unless you know how to pay for it.
But even after saying this, GO FOR THE VETTE!!!
( I lean toward the white one )
Hoot
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 8:52 pm
by The Annoyed Man
The Vette. The Camaro just isn't that all that and a bag of chips.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 8:59 pm
by Beiruty
I am driving an 05 Acura RL, however, if I want to replace it, I would pick a 2 yrs old loaed Z06 with less than 20,000 miles
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 9:37 pm
by fannypacker
My wife and I are much older but we bought a new Corvette. A 2005 model. Always wanted one so why not? Great car but wait till the thing needs new tires. At that time only Goodyear made them. $870 for two on the car with alignment and balance. Told her we had to sell by the need for rear tires came around. We did. First of the 05 models. great car though.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 9:47 pm
by fannypacker
My wife and I bought an 05 Corvette. First of Gen 6. Great car until we needed tires. The two front tires cost us $870 with balance and alignment. We sold before we needed rear tires.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Thu Mar 24, 2011 10:52 pm
by cbr600
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Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2011 1:40 am
by Zoomie
The Corvette will be a impractical bundle of fun
The Camaro will be a slightly more practical car that will also make you smile when the light turns green, unless of course you've driven the vette...
My guess is if you drive the vette you'll end up with it.
(and I agree you should look for a used C6)
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2011 9:31 am
by PUCKER
Regarding tires, I'm prepared for it....both of my current vehicles are pricey when it comes to tires, but I think the Vette will be a little higher....
Wifey did a little searching for me and she found a sweet 2011 Inferno Orange Corvette Coupe with 6-speed manual last night....and the dealer is "playing ball" so-to-speak (~$8K off of sticker).
Daddy like! So, noodling it around.
Re: 2011 Camaro Convertible vs 2010 Corvette Coupe
Posted: Fri Mar 25, 2011 11:13 am
by CJATE
IMHO, and it's worth what you pay for it,
if i had 50k to drop on a car, i'd keep what i had and drop 30 k on a classic. one that has been redone correctly and for all arguments is "new". they have more personality, any body can make payments on a new ride,
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http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1969-CHE ... 3a646a2a8f" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
ect.