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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 12:31 PM
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So I need some help. I want to buy a new car this week but I have no clue what to get anyone have any ideas? I perfer to get somthing new and the sticker to be below 40,000.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 12:32 PM
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hands down: G8
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 12:36 PM
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hands down: G8
I wouldn't touch one until they drop those dealer markups ranging anywhere from $2K-$10K in some parts of the US.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 01:08 PM
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If you are spending $40K, I'd hope you do some research first. It is impossible for us to make suggestions unless you tell us what you will be using the car for, if you need 4 doors, mpg, performance, etc..
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 01:12 PM
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If you are spending $40K, I'd hope you do some research first. It is impossible for us to make suggestions unless you tell us what you will be using the car for, if you need 4 doors, mpg, performance, etc..
well I wanna spend less than 40k. I dont need for doors and performance is a must. I want good mpg that is the reason for grtting a new car.
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maybe a C6?
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 01:15 PM
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oh and no c6 I cant afford the insurance.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 01:40 PM
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Did you quote it, it may be cheaper than you think.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 02:00 PM
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then there is no pleasing you, Go buy a honda fit............
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Corvette insurance is cheaper than f-bodies or Mustangs. Call your insurance company and see for yourself.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 02:08 PM
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Originally Posted by REDSVT2202
oh and no c6 I cant afford the insurance.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 02:12 PM
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My parents insurance was the same or went up 10$ from the z28 they had to the z06 and now the c6. Yes I am on the policy and I had a horrible driving record for a while but now its clean.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 02:12 PM
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boyfriendsgot a camaro. was originally looking for corvette. quoted the corvette... $25 cheaper insurance than the camaro.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 02:18 PM
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get a c5 Zo6 then have about 10k left over to put into it or i hate to say it but an 03 cobra is a monster for the price
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 04:06 PM
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yeah I would definitely go for an 03 z06 Electron Blue or an 03-04 terminator....two of the best bangs for the buck right now...have money left over to pay for the gas and a few mods!
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1902462&page=3.


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get a C5 ZO6 that's just my 2 cents
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Some Common Sense Would Be Nice If He Has To Ask What To Buy With His 40gz!
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Invest it & get away from money pit cars & think about some nice vacations & retirement. I could have paid for a house for 10-12 years with what I have tied up in my TA. If you absolutely have to buy a car, buy used, buying new sucks unless you plan on owning the car for a long time since you take such a big hit when you drive off the lot.
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Old Mar 24, 2008 | 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Modsquad
Invest it & get away from money pit cars & think about some nice vacations & retirement. I could have paid for a house for 10-12 years with what I have tied up in my TA. If you absolutely have to buy a car, buy used, buying new sucks unless you plan on owning the car for a long time since you take such a big hit when you drive off the lot.
yea I think im just going to get a ls1 and be done with it.
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