C7 Corvette after 1 year - Pros and Cons
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- Опубліковано 9 тра 2020
- It's been a little over a year and I revisit some of my likes and dislikes of the car...
See my initial corvette video here: • Corvette C7 First Test...
Seen my 6 month review here: • C7 Corvette after 6 mo...
thanks, this was helpful. I've been considering one and I like to hear real world objective feedback about any gripes one might have with it after living with it. these are things you don't really know until you've lived with it for a while, so it's good to hear it in advance from someone else.
That into was straight out of the 90s 😂😂
Very enjoyable. Thanks for your review. I am currently thinking about getting a C7 stingray.
I have a black 2015 Corvette stingray C7. I love my car. The only issue I had was that I had to do the triple flush for the A8 transmission. Other than that she’s a beauty. Your pros and cons are quite interesting.
I use the "well" cubby hole in the back of the Corvette for storage for a can of tire Slime, a small tire pump, and a first aid kit. It all fits in there.
Me too!
Feels like I’m watching the mr Rogers of cars lol you should do car review vids I know for sure people will watch
Replace them air dams they help with heat reduction.
Love that Mr Rogers is now doing car reviews. This helps me to sleep at night.
Unfortunately, Rogers died in 2003. I'm his illegitimate child and am a decent substitute, I guess.
Beautiful car🤩🖤
I’ve had three corvettes, a 59 when I was a junior in high school in 1968, an 03, C5 that I bought new at Kerbeck and finally a 16 C7 Stingray that has every available option on it but one. No z51. I found this car semi locally in late December 16. 78k, got 17k off sticker and another 17k for my 14 year old c5. I got it for the same money as a loaded Toyota Avalon. I love this car and drive it every chance I get. Having the manual is even that much more fun. There are four things every man should own to complete his bucket list. A Rolex Subbie, a Martin D28, a Harley Davidson and a Corvette. Having been lucky enough to have owned all four, if I could only keep one it would be the D28.
You know that playing guitar will give you finger cancer. I could take it off your hands for you...
In regards to the window switch...There are 5 positions on the switch, with the neutral position being in the middle. there are 2 positions on the switch when you press down and also 2 on the way up. You need a very gentle finger and a higher level of awareness to notice these distinct positions. The first position down allows you to open the window to your desired level and it will stop anywhere you want when you let go. If you press the switch harder you will feel a soft click and that puts the window in auto mode it will go all the way down by itself. The opposite is true when you roll up. A soft pull will incrementally adjust up a firmer pull will tell it to auto-roll all the way up. At least that's how my 2016 3LT works, Hope that helps!
I have no complaints about my window switch but I have to check out all the different positions. Tks for that info.
In my opinion, your Stingray is much better than the C8 (which I don´t like at all). The C8 looks like a wannabe Ferrari, and if you have the money to buy a C8, you can make the extra effort to actually get a Ferrari. But your Stingray does not look like anything else, you see it and you say "now THAT´S a Corvette!" Those are my two cents. And by the way, great video! Thanks for putting it out there.
Nice looking car!
beautiful vette, enjoy it ;)
Utilize your heated and cooled seats accordingly. (If equipped) might just be the missing link you're looking for to leave your auto heat/cool to satisfy you.
biggest problem with that particular car is lack of a third pedal.
Not that hard to find a corvette with a standard lol
Dude I feel you about those windows! My Camaro did that and it drove me crazy. It took me about a year to figure it out also. Definitely one of the things they need to cover when you're taking possession. Anyway after that I don't agree with 60% of your other stuff. Oh well.
Better to agree on one thing than nothing at all. Thanks for your comment and not verbal attacking me! 😁
@@DarkStoneCastle LOL! True.
Could you cut the interior behind the seats to give them space to recline? If the stock seats don’t recline, you could buy aftermarket seats, which are expensive.
Of course this all assumes you’re not concerned with resale value
Beautiful
I felt the same way about the C8 when I saw the pictures, but when I saw it in real life it was like... is that a Ferrari. The picture do it zero justice.
I did see a C8 in person. I think my 2015 C7 Z06 looks better.
I wish I could say my C7 tires work good under 40 degrees it's been in hibernation since the end of October I live in northern Michigan I'm hoping to get it out within the next couple of weeks
I def saw you driving around man ! 😂 I'll be joining the vette club soon I'm looking at a c6 though not a 7 , it's a little out of my price point but it's ok I like the c6 a lot as well. What do you think of C6s? It'd be my first Vette I'm in the parts gathering phase right now 🤦♂️. Happy burnouts man 🤙
C6 is a great car
To each his own, but the C3, C5 and C7 have always caught my eye.
C6 is one of the nicest vetoes made. C4 was crap in comparison. C4 c5 c6 are all gorgeous
Thank you for actually recording the car while talking instead of recording yourself the whole time
I think a mini van would suit you better.
Ahaha!!!😂
I still love my used, excused me, pre-own 2015 Blk/Blk ZO6 . Had it up to 130. No more room. I’ve been up to 165 on I-70 a long time ago. That thermostat dial is a killer. What a pain. For the C 8. Washing the car and water enters the engine compartment. That’s just BAD engineering. What were they thinking. I know , cooling vents for the engine…Blah Blah Blah. Good video, thanks again.
Your so lucky with this car, its my dream car
Awesome Video! Just subbed, I do some corvette vids as well but on the C3.
I lowered my c7 on stock bolts all the way, and now the Air DAMN, as I like to call it, scrubs the ground more, I think I should just remove them..maybe I'll just trim them in half.
Well stated. I just sold my C6. It's either a C7 or C8 now. Thanks for your comments.
I drove a Chevy Bolt for my self driving job with GM for 6 months. Seeing the same buttons a tech in the C7 cheapens the car's interior astetic for me.
Chevy uses the same knobs and buttons in different Chevy vehicles 🤯
The C8 is 🔥🔥. You’re crazy lol. When you see a C8 driving down the road I don’t care who you are that car is gonna grab you by the face and say hey stupid look at me haha. It looks great driving with exotic cars too. Blends right in
I keep waiting for 3D printing to happen. You should be able to get parts like that made for $10.
Yeah, I'd go for $10. I'd actually pay as much as about $50, but that's about as high as I can go.
TBH every muscle car/sports car i ever drove had the water dripping into door issue. Is the Vette your first sports car? Or do I just get unlucky LOL.
No, I had an 01 Trans Am and it didn't do this. But I'll admit, that's the only other sports car I've had.
@@DarkStoneCastle Ahh i see. Well it all has to do with the Aerodynamics of the car why they do that. My current 01' Camaro does it to me. My 94 and my 95 Mustang GT's did it to me, and my 89 formula firebird did as well. I just thought it was a sports car thing lol. Either way bro, you got a nice car. I'm praying i'll get to pick one up soon.. '18 3LT Z51 with some extras added on. :D Been praying hard the deal goes through, Corvette's are my dream car's and the C7 is MOST DEFINITELY my favorite of all Generations.
@@leequesada439 boutta trade my gt for a c7 I need that car
@@darkskinz0617 Yea i'll have me a C7 ZR1 one of these days.
Dude stop complaining and enjoy your car, if you're that unhappy with it you can ship it up to Ohio and I'll be willing to take it off your hands for you.
Deadass😂
Agree
😂😂😂😂
You haven’t said one lie lol. This is the worst shit I’ve ever heard lol. He really complained that the windows go all the way down b/c he dont double tap them lol
bro lives in ohio lol
how is the suspension ride? stiff or comfortable cruiser?, thinking of getting a 'vette
I find it fairly comfortable, myself.
The front air dam is meant too kool the front Brakes, you replace those 3 piece spoiler & slow down when pulling out of your drive way or gas station this has been a problem with C6 & C7 I am on my 4 one, keep a spare one at all times good luck !
Why so quiet? Are you safe?
I agree the window thing is goofy.
KpopNiDontStop you’re pushing past the the detent in the switch. Use less pressure on the switch and you will notice there is a detent for momentary window movement. Push past the detent to activate the auto up/down. It’s Just like the turn signal. Did you know about that?
Ohh my goodness! Just give me that bootiful car. Don't care about any of its flaws.
Heres a review from a real C7 owner as well, me: its everything that was great about my 3000GT, and my Camaro but with the features my Lacrosse had. Not the most expensive, but the best car ive owned by a large margin.
How do you record like that? Like your on a ball ?
Go Pro Max.
Totally agree with your assessment of c8 corvette , rear looks like a Camaro and side vents look like they came off another car; c8 is my least favorite corvette ever! Jack
The C8 is another car that’s named Corvette. It doesn’t catty the same dna like it’s older brothers. Seems to have a new father but same mother. It’s in the family but doesn’t carry the same jaw bone lol.
You know I don't drive my Camaro SS in the winter, I sure as hell wouldn't be driving my vette but to each his own. Didn't know that about the seat.
Really good video. My C6 has a lot of the same minor annoyances.
You drove that car for a whole year without putting a spoiler on it?
'Fraid so.
What year model is this one? Thanks!
Hello, it's a base 2019 C7 Stingray. Only extras it came with was tint on the windows, and something else that I don't even remember.
Which year of corvettes are the most reliable?
Don't know, myself. Anybody else hazard a guess?
Nice ride my dream car bruh 😎
AWESOME REVEIW!!! i couldnt agree more about the C8,looks nothing like a traditional corvette;have you ever had any engine, trans,or overheating issues with your C7,just curious, hey thanks!
You never what year or what model you have?
2019 Stingray
Being black the air conditioner will not get as cold as a lighter color if you have it set at 70 like my racing yellow tint ive never had water issues in my car my biggest con is poor vision a lot of blind spots I almost go hit by a pickup and a round about I didn't see in my mirrors
I don’t understand why this video received so much hate. He stated his opinion on the cons and his opinion on the pros. If your that bitter, and miserable in life that you have nothing else better to do than try to down somebody else to satisfy your ego then that’s pathetic. Get off the internet soy boys. Aside from that Great video man keep bringing them!
Never had a problem with my air dams😉
Hmmmmm... that's interesting.
You must live in Florida… Have you looked to see if their still there.
No reclining seat is almost a deal breaker. I once owned a standard cab Nissan pickup and I got rid of it and bought an extended cab just so I could reclining the seat.
I have a C7 Corvette. The seat DOES recline and there is even a power recliner. The problem is drivers who are tall. I am 6'-4" and I have to move the seat far back to sit comfortably. Once I do that, there is little room for the recliner to work because it bumps up against the bulkhead. I can still get a very nice recline and even drive with my arms straight out. Shorter people will get more reclining, but nobody will ever be able to recline flat because of that bulkhead. And if you think a C8 would be better, think again. There's even less reclining there.
Check out the silver Flare color
hows the car covers doing?
I don't use car covers anymore. No more cat issues, so I'm good.
I'm with you too. I'm definitely not a fan of the the look of the C8
What do you do for a living?
Warehouse.
Wow, I bought a z51 and I love it. No offense but I think a Prius or something might suite you better. Seat reclines, won’t scrape etc. anyways, take care sir.
A Prius? Common, I'm not that bad.
🤣🤣🤣 tremendous.... but seriously you know he was just giving his cons right? I actually appreciated it as I’m ab go buy one and would like an honest reviewer.
@@bailsaz They are fun cars.. Mine is my daily driver. It does scrape on everything though, some small speed bumps that are all over here in Tucson.. I park it at the far end of parking lots to avoid door dings, that kind of sucks but mine doesnt have any dings yet so until then. I havnt had any mechanical or electronic issues yet. Im at 72k regular oil changes and maintenance of course. Its a little cramped for me, i sit as low as i can and then i can do the gangsta lean over center console and im comfortable. Otherwise my head hits the roof. Im only 6'3 so these 6'5 guys saying they fit just fine is beyond me.. Maybe torso length? Mines a 2014 which i really dig but i would get a newer one with apple play if you have a iphone. ANyways, hope you get one man and enjoy it!
@@6StringPsychedelic thank you for all the information bro. I’m only 5’9 so the space won’t be a problem for me. Lol. The only problem I’m having is finding a 2014+ in manual w low miles.. I’m kind of just waiting until one pops up. Thanks again bro.
@@bailsaz Ah yea you will be comfortable. I really like the C6s as well, it is getting hard to find anything with low miles, and when you do its twice as much. Hope you score something soon. .
Suffolk? Looked like Driver in a couple of shots. I live in Chesapeake.Neighbor's tree took out my C6 so now looking at a C7 or C8.
Yep, I’m in Suffolk (for the next 3 months anyway) Sorry to hear about you corvette. I’m still pretty happy with my c7. Probably do a video update at the 5 year mark.
i like yer humor......remember;only the..GOOD-STUFF[SNAKES N SPARKLERS]!!!
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I don’t like the idea of the engine slipping into 4 cylinder mode
Keep it in sport or touring mode and it won't.
My 2016 Camaro SS driver seat won't recline either... irritating.
That car is still better than the base c8
No
I like both c7 and c8 they’re nice
C8 will have time for a nap at the finish line waiting for that Stingray base model to get there.
It's my dream car. I really like it. Way better looking than a c8.
Take it to VIR!
UPDATE: I saw a new C8 Corvette up close and in person today at a dealership when I got my oil changed for my C7. Still not liking it any better. Stand out for me was looking through the rear window and seeing a dirty, greasy engine instead of a clean trunk to put groceries in or what not. Rear end too big. Car looks deformed. Pass.
I agree with you on the looks. My car looks just like yours . I purchased a used black on black 2015 Z06 this November. I notice your tail lights are red. Mine are transparent. I prefer the Red lens. Maybe they came with the car that year. What year is your car? I just saw in another post. 2019 C7 Stingray.
@@GG-xs8vt Yep. 🙂
Rainwater dripping in? It shouldn’t be out in any rain conditions! 🤣
The only thing about the car that bugs me is the cup holder.
I've found that when the light hits it a certain way it's not all that bad. 😄
Man if you are that unhappy with your Corvette, maybe you should buy an Armish horse and buggy!
No shit the seat won’t recline its a fucking CORVETTE
I love my baby but getting in and out is a major pain in the donkey..lol. im 5'9 180lbs by the way
Funny how this has aged. A C8 for less than $60,000 on the ordering page; just imagine. That car now re-sells for $100k+. Complaints about the seat recline. There was a video on Ciacca Corvette channel about a hack for getting another inch or so of recline/slide. As for complaining about the C8, this is where appreciation for engineering is lost in this video. You can always tell an owner who doesn't drag or roll race his car, because it shows in their opinions. Nothing wrong with being civilized on the roads, and just loving how your car looks, but if that's all you know, then you just don't know Corvettes in a very important dimension. Is this car in the video even a Z51? Thanks, and best of luck from another black on black Vette owner in VA.
I bet you wish you bought a C8 now...they are selling for over $100k. Good video and thanks for the laugh about the seats.
I almost fell asleep 😞
Hey what trailer park do you live in
Haven't upgraded to one of those yet.
7:32 lmao where you buying a c8 for 58 grand??
has your car ever been over 3.000rpm? sure doesn't sound like it
It's been to 4.
take the auto off the heater and controle yourself
😎👍🏾🔥💯...in the market for c7 GS or Z06...new sub
Just go for the z06 , I have a z51 and wish I would of just saved more for the z06
The GS and Z06 are very similar in price right now with the z06 being 2 grand more on the used market
Mr Smithers buys a vette.
Something like that. 😀
Just remove those air damns, they worthless. Lift it, and well, just keep one of those parachute material hammocs in that sweet juice cubby for lunch break and put it in a tree!
We drive Corvette not to recline in the seats... Play with a/c or mess around in the rain... It's a race car. Cockpit is what you are sitting in... Not a sofa. I drive a c3 Corvette. Real Corvette for real Rambo. This not a "we drive Corvette to be nice and warm and comfy". You want to be comfortable then take a vacation to somewhere they feed you grapes or something. Old people in newer corvettes starting to bother me. Like a princess
Corvettes are designed to not get rained on 🤣🤣🤣
My 2016 Honda Accord be doing the same goofy shit as the corvette... about the water dripping down as u start to move😭
You can’t recline the seat?!? Never mind I won’t be buying one.
The more uncomfortable you are the less you’ll drive it and put miles on it .
@@blast4me754 not putting miles on your car, is like not pounding your girl to keep it fresh for the next guy.
You can recline the seats but not if they are all the way back. So if your tall it won't recline much. Shorter then you slide seat forward and it will recline more.
Omg. Put me too sleep
You're a weird fella.
Bla bla bla
Black on a Sports car is the worst color possible
Not only should someone take your vette but also your man card. First and foremost it's a vette and not a daily driver, get a Honda for a dd and for God's sake put that vette in a garage.
Oh come now.
That’s mean…
C8's are too douchebag looking and no manual. The C7 is the only GM product I would ever consider buying.
Good Grief. Quit your whining. It's a Corvette.
I lost brain cells watching this video
Dang.
I say that because none of the things you mentioned are bad. Thats just how things were at that time period. You have to remember the year that the stingray launched. It was designed for ease of use without luxury functionality. It gives the vehicle its character to remind you what year they actually came out. The c8 is the first corvette in history to launch with fully modernized and luxury functionality with all the bells and whistles. Before the c8 all of them launched with basic stuff not high end. So yes the double click on the windows made alot of sense back then. 2014 wasnt that long ago but you have to realize how fast our technology advances.
Con= it's ugly!
This gus is lame