Need some information about Corvettes - where to look
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Hi there,
first time on thie part of the forum..
Next year will be my 21st anniversary and I want to surprise my missus with an anniversary present. She has always wanted a corvette... a model like this one here.
http://www.corvettetraderonline.com/corvettes-for-...
Now I know absoultely nothing about these cars at all and need to find out if its viable to import one from the US, and if so, what would need to be done to make it useable in the UK.
What I am really after is a pointer to some information I can read - a book, forum or other online resource that would be a sensible place to start the process.
Cheers
first time on thie part of the forum..
Next year will be my 21st anniversary and I want to surprise my missus with an anniversary present. She has always wanted a corvette... a model like this one here.
http://www.corvettetraderonline.com/corvettes-for-...
Now I know absoultely nothing about these cars at all and need to find out if its viable to import one from the US, and if so, what would need to be done to make it useable in the UK.
What I am really after is a pointer to some information I can read - a book, forum or other online resource that would be a sensible place to start the process.
Cheers
i guess youll find lots of info here if you do a search
plus look here
http://www.corvetteclub.org.uk/
plus look here
http://www.corvetteclub.org.uk/
Easy. Loads of books on Amazon,
http://www.amazon.co.uk/corvette-Books/s/ref=sr_pg...
Amongst what's available there are various books by Tom/Thomas Falconer. He's based in UK near Maidstone so you can read the books and then get in touch with him for a chat. He runs Claremont Corvette and can be found at,
http://www.corvette.co.uk/
Happy hunting!
http://www.amazon.co.uk/corvette-Books/s/ref=sr_pg...
Amongst what's available there are various books by Tom/Thomas Falconer. He's based in UK near Maidstone so you can read the books and then get in touch with him for a chat. He runs Claremont Corvette and can be found at,
http://www.corvette.co.uk/
Happy hunting!
The best thing to do is to post any queries you have on the club site (www.corvetteclub.org.uk ) and you will generally get an answer very quickly 
Edited by Mello on Sunday 27th April 18:26
Or check out www.corvetteforum.com there's a wealth of information and advice on the site..
If you don't want to ship one in yourself then buy a copy of Classic American magazine from WHS's as there's several early 'vette specialists that advertise in there.
If you don't want to ship one in yourself then buy a copy of Classic American magazine from WHS's as there's several early 'vette specialists that advertise in there.
You’re in for some head scratching on this one
You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
Bowler said:
You’re in for some head scratching on this one
You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
Thanks for the reply. My missus has her heart set on either a 1969 model series (childhood dream!) or the first series... in black and red...You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
I need to read more before I commit to a model.
Bowler said:
You’re in for some head scratching on this one
You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
Just a question.But why avoid the early ones??.I bought this C5 back in November with 38,000mls on the clock.You don’t say what model you want, so here’s my experiences
I set about (researching) buying a Corvette about 12 months ago. The only thing I knew for certain was that I wanted a C5
I came on here and asked about C5’s and learnt that
i) Try to keep away from early models (97, 98) if possible
ii) They’re practically bullet proof
iii) 10k between services and then it’s only filters and oil. Major service is at 100k miles (yes, one hundred thousand)
iv) CCCUK (Classic Corvette Club of UK) is the place to go to get info
I’ve got one now, but based on my personal recommendation I’d join CCCUK and get yourself off to their area meeting. There’s a wealth of knowledge there and the guy’s are happy to share. Having said that, how you could sneak off for a couple of hours without your wife noticing is up to you!
The one thing you will find is that the majority have very low mileages for their age – most Vette owners only seem use them at the weekends.
When you get one, you (and your wife) will find them easy to drive and they have power to die for. Just remember that the lovely Mr Darling has recently raised VED on later models (can’t remember the break point right now) to ~£450 per year (winker). Oh, and fuel economy – C5’s will get about 30 mpg on a run (not around town though).
If you are aiming at a C5, then PM and I’ll explain the thought process I went through to end up with a stunning (Euro) 2002 model.
Cheers
To say i'm more than pleased with it,is a bit of a understatement.Had it serviced by Ian Goss back in January,and other than the service hasnt cost me a penny.Brilliant car.
BLUETHUNDER said:
Just a question.But why avoid the early ones??.I bought this C5 back in November with 38,000mls on the clock
Don't get me wrong on this BT, I came on here as a muppet with no idea about what to look out for.I was "advised" that the early C5's could be dodgy (something to do with leaking batteries and the ECU position), so I have to take that on face value (good or bad).
Please don't think that I am saying that early models are lemons.
Nice Car Mate
Bowler said:
BLUETHUNDER said:
Just a question.But why avoid the early ones??.I bought this C5 back in November with 38,000mls on the clock
Don't get me wrong on this BT, I came on here as a muppet with no idea about what to look out for.I was "advised" that the early C5's could be dodgy (something to do with leaking batteries and the ECU position), so I have to take that on face value (good or bad).
Please don't think that I am saying that early models are lemons.
Nice Car Mate
I own a 1998 model C5,had it 2 years now ,,,,,not one problem. Normaly looking to change my car between 6-12 months, Im so happy with the Vet that i am not even thinking to change. Best car i ever owned only wish i had discovered them earlier. Oil and filter change every 5k and thats it!!! This year will be its third trip tp Le Mans also a nice trip to Monaco and Italy under its belt,,,,bloody fantastic cars.
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