Nicholas_Bostaph

I've been looking for a 2000-2002 Hawk or WS6 to buy, and haven't had much luck, but I did come across a nice 1992 Corvette with 30k original miles. I'm not sure if this is something I want for a variety of reasons, but I'm certainly considering it. Since I've never really owned a car that was more than 5 years old before, I thought it prudent to ask before thinking on it any further:

Even with such low mileage, will a 15-20 year old car present overwhelming maintenance concerns? Keeping in mind I can't even change my own oil (though I've changed my breaks once or twice), will I find it difficult to own a car of this age, or do low mileage cars generally hold up pretty well over time?

I understand it will likely require some additional work, and maybe I'll even take the opportunity to finally learn something about working on a car, but I can't afford to miss work once a week due to car problems, nor afford to drop hundreds of dollars into it per month.

Any insights are welcome . Thanks.

Camaro_94

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Wrong section man. Try the LT1 section for more help.

CJDZ24_Z28

iTrader: (75)

Wrong section but if you can't change your oil,you can forget about changing plugs and Optispark on the LT1. Major pain in the ***,.

Nicholas_Bostaph

Sorry, I meant the question to apply to any older car, really, as if I don't take this one I may consider something else in that age range. But if a moderator could move it to the LT1 section I'd appreciate it. I don't seem to be able to do so myself.

NoTractionLS1

Its all good!

marc97taws6

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I would highly recommend saving up. I loved my LT1 but it is a PITA to work on. And a car that old is GOING to be worked on a lot

SCM_Crash

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And LT1 Vette stuff is retardedly expensive.

Stick with the LS1 F-body. You'll be happy you did.