What car/combination should I do?

99BlackHatch · Post by **99BlackHatch** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 2:22 pm

do you want the Vette because of the looks, the engine / power, or because you think it'll get you attention!?

If you want a project car... and you like the Vette... Just get a project car and put the corvette engine in it.

/thread.

Also, you enjoy renting... congrats. Nothing like throwing your money away and never seeing it again. You REALLY need to look into buying a foreclosure, and making that your "project".

sirricealot · Post by **sirricealot** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 2:29 pm

99BlackHatch;278168 wrote:do you want the Vette because of the looks, the engine / power, or because you think it'll get you attention!?

If you want a project car... and you like the Vette... Just get a project car and put the corvette engine in it.

/thread.

Also, you enjoy renting... congrats. Nothing like throwing your money away and never seeing it again. You REALLY need to look into buying a foreclosure, and making that your "project".

i like the corvette bc of everything about it.
the looks and the engine. the whole dynasty of the corvette appeals to me.
I'm probably gonna spend 2 years in the place im renting now and i'll look into a house. I like renting bc any major work that needs done isnt out of my pocket. The place im in now is built really well and very clean. I wanted to get my own house but I do enjoy renting. less chance at foreclosure in case something happens.

I've got my 5 year plan in my head already lol.
I'm going to finish my second associates degree soon and while taking those classes im going to start my bachelors degree.

Devilchrono · Post by **Devilchrono** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 2:45 pm

sirricealot;278167 wrote:Oh.
Idk why i see places that it was 385 for the 01...

Starting with the 2002 model year, the LS6 engine output was increased to 405 hp (302 kW) due to a larger CFM air intake, stiffer valve springs, lighter sodium filled valves, more aggressive camshaft lift and timing, lighter pistons, and revised engine block.

The 01's may have been 385, I'm not really sure. I didn't bother looking at anything before 02' when I was looking because of the oil consumption problem. It's all in what you want though, as not all pre-02 cars had the issue, but a lot did.

sirricealot · Post by **sirricealot** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 2:51 pm

Devilchrono;278171 wrote:The 01's may have been 385, I'm not really sure. I didn't bother looking at anything before 02' when I was looking because of the oil consumption problem. It's all in what you want though, as not all pre-02 cars had the issue, but a lot did.

well hope i find a good one lol. either way i'll get the extended warranty. i wonder if someone replaced the original badges with the 405 hp one :/...

sharpie · Post by **sharpie** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 3:05 pm

sirricealot;278170 wrote: I'm probably gonna spend 2 years in the place im renting now and i'll look into a house. I like renting bc any major work that needs done isnt out of my pocket. The place im in now is built really well and very clean. I wanted to get my own house but I do enjoy renting. less chance at foreclosure in case something happens.

Not to get off topic but if you like renting maybe look into buying a condo it's kinda like renting but you own it and it's less responsibility then a house

99BlackHatch · Post by **99BlackHatch** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 3:19 pm

sharpie;278178 wrote:Not to get off topic but if you like renting maybe look into buying a condo it's kinda like renting but you own it and it's less responsibility then a house

Exactly. No mowing or anything like that, but you at least have a place that is YOURS that if you invest some time and money into, you can possibly make money on it as well.

sirricealot · Post by **sirricealot** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 3:19 pm

sharpie;278178 wrote:Not to get off topic but if you like renting maybe look into buying a condo it's kinda like renting but you own it and it's less responsibility then a house

i've actually thought about that.
There are a few in the area i wouldnt mind looking at.
but im cheap so ill spend less than 80k lol.

sirricealot · Post by **sirricealot** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 3:42 pm

99BlackHatch;278180 wrote:Exactly. No mowing or anything like that, but you at least have a place that is YOURS that if you invest some time and money into, you can possibly make money on it as well.

yeah thats what i was thinking.
i already have to mow at the duplex. dont you have to pay like a monthly maintenance fee at condo's tho?
maybe a townhome would be better

Devilchrono · Post by **Devilchrono** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 5:32 pm

sirricealot;278173 wrote:well hope i find a good one lol. either way i'll get the extended warranty. i wonder if someone replaced the original badges with the 405 hp one :/...

http://ls1tech.com/forums/corvette-perf ... -z06s.html

either someone just wanted the badges, the work was done to increase the power to that level, or it's actually an 02' and it's just mislabeled on their site. Just some things to keep in mind when looking at that one you posted.

sirricealot · Post by **sirricealot** » Thu Nov 03, 2011 5:37 pm

Devilchrono;278202 wrote:http://ls1tech.com/forums/corvette-perf ... -z06s.html

either someone just wanted the badges, the work was done to increase the power to that level, or it's actually an 02' and it's just mislabeled on their site. Just some things to keep in mind when looking at that one you posted.

Sadly i cant see that link at work. I'll check it out later.
I'm 95% sure im gonna get it in spring. Providing i can find what i want for the right price.
Gonna put some $ aside each check specifically for the downpayment.
Thanks for the help. Have you had yours long?

just checked the VIN and it is a 01. Most likely they replaced the badges :/.....