2009 Corvette SS/ZR-1/Blue Devil/whatever it is...
09-20-2007, 11:34 AM
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Here is a link to the latest spy shots of the new Vette. Check out the brakes. Ceramic like the uber high end exotics. Basically at this point with a reputed 650 HP, massive brakes and even lighter weight than the current Z06 it's GAME OVER for the competition. Everybody go home, toss the keys in the drawer. This car is going to rape everyone out there at a fraction of the price. Just my humble opinion.
http://jalopnik.com/cars/detroit-aut...r+1-301413.php
http://jalopnik.com/cars/detroit-aut...r+1-301413.php
09-20-2007, 11:58 AM
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just thinking out loud here:
Wouldn't it be neat if the factory would incorporate a roll cage into cars of this caliber so that it was integrated nicely so you don't have to cut up your $100k sports car to go race it.
I know not everyone who buys a car like this is going to race it, but a lot will. Plus it would add to the safety of the car. I know if I bought this car, I'd be racing it.
Wouldn't it be neat if the factory would incorporate a roll cage into cars of this caliber so that it was integrated nicely so you don't have to cut up your $100k sports car to go race it.
I know not everyone who buys a car like this is going to race it, but a lot will. Plus it would add to the safety of the car. I know if I bought this car, I'd be racing it.
09-20-2007, 12:34 PM
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Originally Posted by Ackattack1
Wouldn't it be neat if the factory would incorporate a roll cage into cars of this caliber so that it was integrated nicely so you don't have to cut up your $100k sports car to go race it.
09-20-2007, 12:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Crisisman
I've had the same thought. At the very least it should be an available option. I'd guess the big issue is probably the warranty. If they see you've put a cage in then they can justify denying warranty work.
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09-20-2007, 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Crisisman
I've had the same thought. At the very least it should be an available option. I'd guess the big issue is probably the warranty. If they see you've put a cage in then they can justify denying warranty work.
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09-20-2007, 04:09 PM
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Originally Posted by NW94Z
At least half the people that are born in America and most of Europe. 
I wouldn't dream of driving any import nameplate.
I would roll a chevette before a brand new Lexus.
The Vette...AMAZING!
09-20-2007, 04:26 PM
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
I guess that is what happens when you build bad cars for a while. When you start building good ones again no one wants to try
Me tried and me likey.
09-20-2007, 04:27 PM
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Originally Posted by DrEvyl
They can't legally deny your warranty simply because you put a cage in it, they'd have to prove you were abusing the car... which they could do whether or not it had a cage.
09-20-2007, 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Seattle CTS-V
It isn't about whether or not they can LEGALLY deny your warranty. It's more about the hassle of getting lawyers and days lost trying to get them to finally cover it.
Just the other day my wife and I were discussing getting a new pickup (07 classic....100k mile warranty). Basically we decided not too because it the additional cost wasn't worth it (they're offering some good discounts on the "classic" silverados plus all the money off from my GM card I could have gotten a pretty good price) I mean I've had a few cars with warranties and the crap they fixed would have cost a total of $500 maybe. Not to mention you have to hassle with scheduling it, messing with a loaner car, or how to get from a to b while sharing a car, and then it taking longer than they said.
I'd rather just do the work myself.
09-20-2007, 06:35 PM
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Originally Posted by TwoFast4Lv
I guess that is what happens when you build bad cars for a while. When you start building good ones again no one wants to try
1972-1997, 25 yrs is a while, quite a while. But I drive Ford and Chevy vehicles, and an infinite occasionally.
09-20-2007, 08:31 PM
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Originally Posted by My1st Truck
It pisses me off too. American cars are awesome!
I wouldn't dream of driving any import nameplate.
I would roll a chevette before a brand new Lexus.
The Vette...AMAZING!
I wouldn't dream of driving any import nameplate.
I would roll a chevette before a brand new Lexus.
The Vette...AMAZING!
I'm right there with you!
09-20-2007, 09:50 PM
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Originally Posted by NW94Z
Basically at this point with a reputed 650 HP, massive brakes and even lighter weight than the current Z06 it's GAME OVER for the competition. Everybody go home, toss the keys in the drawer. This car is going to rape everyone out there at a fraction of the price. Just my humble opinion.
