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Old 24 February 2020, 03:14 PM   #1
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Icon5 2020 Corvette

Anyone waiting on theirs?
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Old 24 February 2020, 04:06 PM   #2
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Debating getting on the list for the '21.... You waiting?
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Old 24 February 2020, 04:12 PM   #3
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Not waiting but will get one soon at auction.
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Old 24 February 2020, 09:53 PM   #4
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They have waiting lists too.....
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Old 24 February 2020, 09:53 PM   #5
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They have waiting lists too.....
And probably gray pricing
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Old 24 February 2020, 10:07 PM   #6
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The C8 is the only Vette that has ever drawn my interest. But:

) I would never consider first year production.

) Flippy flappy wannabe paddles ................. really ????????
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Old 25 February 2020, 02:45 AM   #7
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The C8 is the only Vette that has ever drawn my interest. But:

) I would never consider first year production.

) Flippy flappy wannabe paddles ................. really ????????


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Old 25 February 2020, 03:43 AM   #8
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I would never consider first year production.
I have a C7 that I love right now and will certainly want to get the C8 at some point but this ^

Especially for the model that has required the most re-engineering in it's nearly 70 year existence.
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Old 25 February 2020, 03:48 AM   #9
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Am waiting for next generation after they sort out the typical first-issue growing pains.
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Old 25 February 2020, 05:16 AM   #10
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Not me, but I saw my first one in the wild last week on Alligator Alley in Florida.
Ironically it was the same color, burnt orange, of the one I saw last year when they had a few C8’s touring the country at various Chevrolet dealerships. Perhaps this was one of those?
My neighbor bought one when they first were introduced. He has received his build confirmation for mid-March.
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Old 25 February 2020, 05:31 AM   #11
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Not waiting per say.

But my buddy that owns a Chevy dealership stated that he’s got a black on black LT3 on order. And that I’d have right of refusal on it. 10k over.

I still haven’t seen one yet. Or driven.
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Old 25 February 2020, 05:53 AM   #12
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Not waiting per say.

But my buddy that owns a Chevy dealership stated that he’s got a black on black LT3 on order. And that I’d have right of refusal on it. 10k over.

I still haven’t seen one yet. Or driven.
I wouldn't pay over list for any modern car. But I think you should, just for the incoming thread.
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Old 25 February 2020, 06:42 AM   #13
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10k over. .
HARD pass unless it is a very rare and special first-issue paint scheme. Beware, as these first releases tend to have many bugs and problems. So it's not the price more than you're a beta tester. Been there, done that, NEVER again!
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Old 25 February 2020, 07:02 AM   #14
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Mine is on order. Late March early April production.

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Old 25 February 2020, 07:12 AM   #15
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HARD pass unless it is a very rare and special first-issue paint scheme. Beware, as these first releases tend to have many bugs and problems. So it's not the price more than you're a beta tester. Been there, done that, NEVER again!
Unlikely I’d do anything.

I’m after a performante. I don’t think this will scratch that itch.
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Old 25 February 2020, 07:33 AM   #16
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Plan to be getting one in the next 2-3 years.

Want to get through first model gremlins first.
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Old 25 February 2020, 07:43 AM   #17
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Plan to be getting one in the next 2-3 years.

Want to get through first model gremlins first.
Thats my thinking, especially with the hardtop convertible!
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Old 25 February 2020, 08:01 AM   #18
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Plan to be getting one in the next 2-3 years.

Want to get through first model gremlins first.
Same here, should GM find a third pedal and shifter.
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Old 25 February 2020, 08:14 AM   #19
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Same here, should GM find a third pedal and shifter.
Sadly they likely won't. The engine was moved to the back because they reached the theoretical limits of 0-60 and lap times with a front engine. And, humans can't out-shift an automatic. It's all for numbers and bragging rights.

I'll drive a manual until my left knee gives out.
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Old 25 February 2020, 08:19 AM   #20
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So you’re waiting on your Vette and plastic surgery?

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Old 25 February 2020, 08:29 AM   #21
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Still remember the day my dad drove me to school in his new 63 coupe. It definitly caused quite a stir.
Saw this old ad.

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Old 25 February 2020, 08:30 AM   #22
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Not waiting but will get one soon at auction.
I assume wholesale auction Danny? will they be in a wholesale auction even with all the demand?
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Old 25 February 2020, 10:26 AM   #23
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I assume wholesale auction Danny? will they be in a wholesale auction even with all the demand?
Rental Car Auction and Factory sales yes they will be there soon <10 months
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Old 25 February 2020, 02:48 PM   #24
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plan to be getting one in the next 2-3 years.

Want to get through first model gremlins first.
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Old 25 February 2020, 03:04 PM   #25
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So you’re waiting on your Vette and plastic surgery?

Where’s Paul?
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Old 25 February 2020, 11:19 PM   #26
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Old 25 February 2020, 11:59 PM   #27
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Rental Car Auction and Factory sales yes they will be there soon <10 months


I expect several will be in salvage auctions in < 2 months. Handy with a wrench?


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Old 26 February 2020, 12:08 AM   #28
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Sooner....Think, Kevin Hart...

I'm interested in the aluminum frame repairs...There are several different types (extruded, cast, etc.) of aluminum used to assemble them, and only some can be "repaired". If the frame gets damaged in an area made of these non repairable parts, the car is totaled.... Special aluminum welding repair training classes are now going on in every shop across the country. If only I'd invested in Alcoa when I heard about the plants they were opening a few years ago.....
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Old 26 February 2020, 12:25 AM   #29
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There’s been plenty of aluminum tubs around like Lotus and others.

As long as this section is straight*, all else can be fixed...the skills are already in the workforce - but will need to adapt to the GM geometry.



* pic from a Lotus as example.


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Old 26 February 2020, 12:35 AM   #30
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There’s been plenty of aluminum tubs around like Lotus and others.

As long as this section is straight*, all else can be fixed...the skills are already in the workforce - but will need to adapt to the GM geometry.



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Yep, BMW, Benz, and many others have been using the aluminum framed cars for some time now. Corvettes too, just not to today's extent. GM and their network of repair shops are on training mode. Cutting out damaged areas and properly installing "sleeves" can be used. Along with brand new cast pieces but it really doesn't take much damage, in the right place to total out one of these mid engines.
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