UK buyer looking for advice

[Newbie22]

Yes, there are definite issues using it as a DD, particularly in the climate of Southwestern Ontario. However, at my age, I want to enjoy every kilometre/mile as much as I can. Almost nothing puts a smile on my face more than getting in and enjoying this great car for what it is, almost, every day of the year. Yes, I occasionally have to find a way around driveways with too steep an approach angle. Yes, I have to drive my wife's Volvo XC90 once or twice in the winter when the roads are impossible in the C8 even with my Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4s. But, who cares? Just too much fun.

Agree, the roads in the UK will be a bit more challenging in a C8 than a Cayman. It's thirstier and has a bit less storage space.
Finally, the biggest issue may be answering questions about what you're driving. The UK has more than its share of automotive exotica but, personally, I've never seen a C8 on the roads there.

LIfe is short. Enjoy every moment that we're given. (And, Come on you Eagles!!!)

 

[1st Vette]

Yes, there are definite issues using it as a DD, particularly in the climate of Southwestern Ontario. However, at my age, I want to enjoy every kilometre/mile as much as I can. Almost nothing puts a smile on my face more than getting in and enjoying this great car for what it is, almost, every day of the year. Yes, I occasionally have to find a way around driveways with too steep an approach angle. Yes, I have to drive my wife's Volvo XC90 once or twice in the winter when the roads are impossible in the C8 even with my Michelin Pilot Alpin PA4s. But, who cares? Just too much fun.

Agree, the roads in the UK will be a bit more challenging in a C8 than a Cayman. It's thirstier and has a bit less storage space.
Finally, the biggest issue may be answering questions about what you're driving. The UK has more than its share of automotive exotica but, personally, I've never seen a C8 on the roads there.

LIfe is short. Enjoy every moment that we're given. (And, Come on you Eagles!!!)

Not that thirsty really if you keep your foot out of it . Just climbed out after a 500k trip today and it is showing a best of 6.7l / 100km and 7.1 average which I would say is pretty respectable. And that was at 110 to 125 kph .

 

[1st Vette]

This was today . Hard to believe really. And most of this wasn't in 4 cylinder mode either. When I noticed it I had to stop and take a picture, lol .

 

[cdnz]

Need a new GS?

 

[1st Vette]

Need a new GS?

I'm really liking mine especially with the new intake and exhaust...... night and day really. But, never say never.

 

[Rruuff Day]

This was today . Hard to believe really. And most of this wasn't in 4 cylinder mode either. When I noticed it I had to stop and take a picture, lol .View attachment 140335

Stopped to take the pic but still holding her at 5500 RPM and 108 kph.... Interesting..... lol.....

 

[1st Vette]

Stopped to take the pic but still holding her at 5500 RPM and 108 kph.... Interesting..... lol.....

Pretty good trick..........

 

[Rruuff Day]

Pretty good trick..........

I figured it out....You had the rear jacked up so you could keep that Corsa exhaust sound cranked up...

 

[1st Vette]

I figured it out....You had the rear jacked up so you could keep that Corsa exhaust sound cranked up...

You bet ! I recorded the sound on my phone so I can listen to it with headphones when I go to bed.........

 

[Rruuff Day]

You bet ! I recorded the sound on my phone so I can listen to it with headphones when I go to bed.........

Don't blame you. It sounds great. Always thought the C8 stingray exhaust sound was a bit lame but you certainly fixed that....

 

[Vettenut]

Need a new GS?

Join the club ..... .... might as well let the cat out of the bag

 

[cdnz]

Hi all!! I’m in the UK, and off to test drive a C8 stingray convertible tomorrow and hoping it’s not a case of ‘never meet you heroes’!! I’ve wanted a corvette for years, and now might be the time.

One question to all owners; how do these fare as a daily drive? I don’t generally buy cars to look at them or have as weekend toys (I ain’t rich!), so it needs to put in some grunt, 12-15,000 miles a year.

I’ve also noticed the convertible has an issue with water pooling when it rains. This is the UK, it rains. A lot. Is this a huge issue, will the seals degrade any quicker, and is there more chance of leaks? If I do buy, she won’t be a garage queen, as I say a car is to be used and enjoyed!

Any advice is welcome, just want to make sure I’m going in with my eyes open.

Any updates?