Biggest problem of the new Corvette.. - Page 3

camaro-dreamer · 01-15-2013, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Wyndham

If companies with "Eco" modes are allowed to EPA test with those programs activated, dunno why Corvette would be penalized for shutting them off it, say, "Sport", or "Track" mode....

I learn something new every day. Now, I just need to figure out whether or not that is indeed the case before my next auto purchase.

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-15-2013, 08:52 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro-dreamer

I learn something new every day. Now, I just need to figure out whether or not that is indeed the case before my next auto purchase.

Looks like Active Fuel Management was listed in there...I imagine the only way to "change" that system.....is off or on!

djsnoflake · 01-15-2013, 09:39 PM

Who wants a loud ride when you are cruising in 7th gear anyways? I like having an exhaust with a bit of growl, but that your ears aren't ringing after an 800 mile drive.

OH NO 450 (at least) Horsepower and torque with the fuel economy of a 4 banger when needed. And they fixed the AFM drone. THE HORROR THE HORROR!

*Mr. Wyndham* · 01-15-2013, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by djsnoflake

Who wants a loud ride when you are cruising in 7th gear anyways? I like having an exhaust with a bit of growl, but that your ears aren't ringing after an 800 mile drive.

OH NO 450 (at least) Horsepower and torque with the fuel economy of a 4 banger when needed. And they fixed the AFM drone. THE HORROR THE HORROR!

I hope it's everything they promise it to be!

I can relate to what you said about ears ringing...my car has a switch installed for the muffler valves...I tried a road-trip with them full-open all the time because it sounded cool. I learned my lesson, and now I leave them closed when cruising long distances.

SleepWarz · 01-15-2013, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by djsnoflake

Who wants a loud ride when you are cruising in 7th gear anyways?

You know your getting old, when a v8 can be considered too loud.
I want it loud, I want the drone, and if my teeth don't hurt by point B then my exhaust isn't properly configured. But if it sounds like a 4 banger at any point NOT INTERESTED.

rez333 · 01-16-2013, 11:00 AM

The C7 is such a sexy car, it's highly tempting. But the lack of rear seats just precludes it as a car for my stage of life.

My family is the most important part of my life, and to have a toy that I can't share with my family is not tenable. Like the stereotype, the Vette is a car for old guys with no kids (in the home).

2001ragtop · 01-18-2013, 12:25 PM

The biggest problem with the 2014 Corvette is this:

Look at the rear bumper. It says the word "CORVETTE".

To me it is very UNNECESSARY to have to spell out the word 'CORVETTE' on the car at all, anywhere. (It ruins the styling completely)

*DGthe3* · 01-20-2013, 03:12 PM

After reading & watching everything I can about the C7, my biggest problem with it is the use of the name 'Stingray'. I just don't see much of anything to connect it to the older Corvettes or the funny looking fish

Fenderaddict2 · 01-20-2013, 03:15 PM

My biggest problem... Too much exterior plastic or grey/black material. Solution, but the car in dark green, grey or black which is a shame because a Corvette should rock bright red and yellow like no other car can.

Fenderaddict2 · 01-20-2013, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by camaro-dreamer

When the Boss 302 mustang came out with the track key, didn't it have to be EPA certified before use? In other words, wouldn't a module allowing corvette owners to turn off AFM hurt GM's CAFE scores?

Don't get me started on the whole EPA trackey fiasco.

Fenderaddict2 · 01-20-2013, 03:18 PM

DGthe3, look at the top view.

01-16-2013, 11:00 AM	#34
rez333 Drives: 2013 ZL1 Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: St. Joseph Posts: 1,283	The C7 is such a sexy car, it's highly tempting. But the lack of rear seats just precludes it as a car for my stage of life. My family is the most important part of my life, and to have a toy that I can't share with my family is not tenable. Like the stereotype, the Vette is a car for old guys with no kids (in the home). __________________ If someone from the 1950s magically appeared, what would be the most difficult thing to explain? "I have a device in my pocket that can access the entirety of knowledge known to man. I use it to look at pictures of cars and have arguments with strangers."

01-18-2013, 12:25 PM	#35
2001ragtop Drives: V8 american car Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 1,417	The biggest problem with the 2014 Corvette is this: Look at the rear bumper. It says the word "CORVETTE". To me it is very UNNECESSARY to have to spell out the word 'CORVETTE' on the car at all, anywhere. (It ruins the styling completely) Last edited by 2001ragtop; 01-18-2013 at 12:36 PM.

01-20-2013, 03:12 PM	#36
DGthe3 Moderator.ca Drives: 05 Grand Am GT Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Niagara, Canada Posts: 25,372	After reading & watching everything I can about the C7, my biggest problem with it is the use of the name 'Stingray'. I just don't see much of anything to connect it to the older Corvettes or the funny looking fish __________________ Note, if I've gotten any facts wrong in the above, just ignore any points I made with them __________________ Originally Posted by FbodFather My sister's dentist's brother's cousin's housekeeper's dog-breeder's nephew sells coffee filters to the company that provides coffee to General Motors...... ........and HE WOULD KNOW!!!! __________________ Camaro Fest sub-forum

01-20-2013, 03:15 PM	#37
Fenderaddict2 Opinionated bugger! Drives: Boss 302, Mazda 2, Praga & Intrepid Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oakville Posts: 1,897 View My Garage	My biggest problem... Too much exterior plastic or grey/black material. Solution, but the car in dark green, grey or black which is a shame because a Corvette should rock bright red and yellow like no other car can.

01-20-2013, 03:18 PM	#39
Fenderaddict2 Opinionated bugger! Drives: Boss 302, Mazda 2, Praga & Intrepid Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Oakville Posts: 1,897 View My Garage	DGthe3, look at the top view.

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