An American car with a 6.2-liter V8 engine of old?

Looking for a used Corvette C6 with manual transmissions: a buying guid Bobina aprindere Facet.

An American car with a 6.2-liter V8 engine of old?

Corvette, you have to experience it, you have to want it. Anyone who can't identify at least a little with the American way of life will never understand the allure of American V8s. The story behind this used car buying tip? I love American cars and haven't driven a C6 in a long time.

So I started looking for an untuned C6 in my area. Not so easy if it's supposed to be a coupe with manual gears. It's just that automatic transmissions are boring to me, and nobody needs a convertible, even though the coupe's roof can be removed and stowed in the trunk. A subjective opinion, of course. So it's no wonder that convertibles are usually available for several thousand cheaper on the respective used car exchanges.

The next C6 with a manual transmission is two hours away from my house. Fortunately, the Hielscher dealer immediately invited us for a test drive. But what awaits us leaves us speechless. In the basement, the American car specialist has a dozen Camaros, Challengers and C8 Vettes, a 675 McLaren, various AMG GTs, a Cayman GT4 and, as a highlight, a Senna. Yes, Senna as Aerton. With a fully carbon body - for three million BGN.

2010 Corvette C6

However, we are focusing on our subject: the Corvette C6. Just one sits at the bottom of the hall, in inconspicuous white, apparently with standard upholstery. At least until salesman Thomas Lehrer starts the 6.2-liter engine. “That sounds surprisingly evil,” I hear myself thinking. And yes, the exhaust system has been rebuilt. But it is registered and one hundred percent worth the additional price. Holy shit, that car sounds awfully good! If I had BGN 85,000. extra money, I would think about it.

The dealer wants BGN 85,000. for this specimen, which has covered a mileage of 93,500 kilometers. Coupe prices start at under BGN 60,000. But most of them are either tuned or have six-figure mileage – sometimes both. This late 2010 specimen. drives really well. Undercarriage, steering and gears - everything is like new, the driver's seat is a little scratched, but nothing serious. In the cabin, of course, there is leather with carbon trim, and the seats are comfortable.

The first thing: we take off the roof. Not because I wouldn't have room for my 1.96 meters. No, simply because the photographer won't be able to take better pictures from the cockpit. And yes, the 33 degrees on this July Monday also tempts you to drive with the roof down. Fortunately, with this Coupe, we have both options. If the sun is shining, we let it warm on our faces, if not, we enjoy the 634 liter boot. Its everyday suitability combined with its super sporty spirit has always been the Corvette's greatest trump card. It accelerates to 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds and has a top speed of 306 km/h. As for the suspension, it's always amazing how the C6, with its leaf springs, can compete with the modern suspensions of the European competition. We notice the flaws only on long bumps.

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Play for an electric scooter or a fuel voucher worth BGN 100.

Basically hassle-free and relatively cheap

Technically, the C6 is considered robust – around 30 percent of the parts were identical to those of the C5 when the model changed. Since 2006 the much more advanced six-speed automatic is available, and from 2008 The LS3 has a 6.2 liter engine and 436 hp. While the platform was upgraded with the C5, the C6 received significantly more tech – which has the potential to break down over the years. Soft closing tailgate or electronic door opening are among the first candidates. The transaxle principle of the transmission arrangement can also result in expensive damage if repairs are required. Balanced weight distribution comes at the cost of greater maintenance.

C6 offers start at around BGN 50,000, with luck you can get a car from a private owner for under BGN 60,000. If you want to play it safe, look for a non-tuned car from a reputable dealer.

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Corvette, you have to experience it, you have to want it

So I started looking for an untuned C6 in my area