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Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
08-09-2022, 05:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,770
Posted By bikeriderga

I cannot commit a good deal of my retirement...

I cannot commit a good deal of my retirement funds to own a new C8 Z06 either, but I certainly would not want to deny anyone the pleasure of being able to own one.

I love all Corvettes and Sports...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-22-2022, 02:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,198
Posted By bikeriderga

I think they will sell at the stated Z06 price,...

I think they will sell at the stated Z06 price, but many may discover that the extra dollars are not worth getting a Z06 that will be used primarily on the street any way.

However, those that want...
Forum: C5 General
07-21-2022, 02:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,675
Posted By bikeriderga

El Cormino.

El Cormino.
Forum: C5 General
06-02-2022, 04:36 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,904
Posted By bikeriderga

If you are really looking to invest around 10K on...

If you are really looking to invest around 10K on a 220K car and expect a surge in resale value, I think you need to do a serious re-evaluation.

If you want to keep it and have fun with it, that's...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
04-30-2022, 12:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 13,638
Posted By bikeriderga

Loans that can be paid off at any time (you have...

Loans that can be paid off at any time (you have the cash to cover it), are perfectly OK if the interest and/or dividends you are earning (after tax liabilities) is more than your payment interest....
Forum: C8 Z06/ZR1/Zora Discussion
04-24-2022, 08:15 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 9,697
Posted By bikeriderga

The only Ford that compares with the new Z06...

The only Ford that compares with the new Z06 would be the GT. Dodge?? With the Viper now history, ZERO.

As far as comparing with Lambo or Ferrari, we don't have an actual drivers test yet. I am...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-04-2022, 05:19 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 15,222
Posted By bikeriderga

No way I would accept that car back under any...

No way I would accept that car back under any conditions. A Corvette with that amount of damage in a resale situation is going to cost you anywhere from a $5,000 - $9,000 dollar drop in resale value....
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-15-2022, 10:00 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 24,133
Posted By bikeriderga

That's because it is a 4 door with a back seat....

That's because it is a 4 door with a back seat. Much more practical every day car.
Forum: C8 ERay/Hybrid/EV Discussion
01-15-2022, 09:54 AM
Replies: 300
Views: 24,133
Posted By bikeriderga

Just how will Chevy market the E-Ray and get real...

Just how will Chevy market the E-Ray and get real sales value out of it? I understand the value from a proving ground for the ZR-1, but GM would have to do at least some of the following to gain any...
Forum: C5 General
03-05-2021, 01:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,640
Posted By bikeriderga

The main issues with any car that is 22 years...

The main issues with any car that is 22 years old, is going to be related to a couple of factors:

1. Regular maintenance and subject to age items
Tires, lubricants, belts and hoses,...
Forum: C5 General
02-19-2021, 05:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,440
Posted By bikeriderga

It will depend upon the overall specs on the cam,...

It will depend upon the overall specs on the cam, the tune, and if you are including quality long tubes and new fuel injectors.

With the right mix, you can get somewhere between 425 to 460 at the...
Forum: C5 General
02-19-2021, 05:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,832
Posted By bikeriderga

Good grief, I hope not. Not if they value...

Good grief, I hope not.

Not if they value their car or their lives.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
01-20-2021, 05:44 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,748
Posted By bikeriderga

EVs for all is just too impractical right now. We...

EVs for all is just too impractical right now. We simply do not have the infrastructure in place to support it. Even Elan Musk himself has stated this.

It is not only due to the fact that there...
Forum: C5 General
01-12-2021, 01:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,354
Posted By bikeriderga

$ 23.5K for a 97 is nuts!! Congrats to he...

$ 23.5K for a 97 is nuts!!

Congrats to he seller!
Forum: C5 General
01-08-2021, 12:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,701
Posted By bikeriderga

I have to agree with the others that suggested...

I have to agree with the others that suggested getting a Mopar to drop that engine in or swap sell to get an crate LS3, LS7, LS9, or one of the newer LT motors from Chevy performance for your C5.
...
Forum: C5 General
01-08-2021, 12:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,145
Posted By bikeriderga

Lost my dad tragically when I was 36 and he was...

Lost my dad tragically when I was 36 and he was 56. He taught me everything about cars (he worked with GM) and life in general. I would do anything just to be able to visit him just one more time.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
01-05-2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,709
Posted By bikeriderga

As a toy, the Lambo wins. As reliable...

As a toy, the Lambo wins.
As reliable transportation, the C8 wins every time.
Forum: C5 General
10-08-2020, 07:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,957
Posted By bikeriderga

The C5 Z06 will hang with just about any muscle...

The C5 Z06 will hang with just about any muscle car out there on the track and most in drag races in stock form. It will beat the SS Camaros, GT Mustangs, and of course the Dodge Challengers and...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-27-2020, 05:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 958
Posted By bikeriderga

I know Mike and Vengeance have been dialing this...

I know Mike and Vengeance have been dialing this C7 in for a while. Seems like it is right where both wanted it to be now.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
09-25-2020, 11:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 958
Posted By bikeriderga

Fastest C7 -- Congrats Mike Stout

Congrats Mike!!

YOU DID IT!!!

Major congratulations! We will stop by and congratulate you in person this weekend!!

Super! Super! Super!

P.S. For those who do not know Mike personally, he...
Forum: C5 General
08-30-2020, 01:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,724
Posted By bikeriderga

I understand you are frustrated. But as others...

I understand you are frustrated. But as others have stated, none of these issues are major and usually occur on every C5, with the exception of the hood, shifter, and excessive battery drain.

You...
Forum: C5 General
08-30-2020, 12:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,237
Posted By bikeriderga

I had a C7 flash his lights in recognition of me...

I had a C7 flash his lights in recognition of me yesterday, but alas, hard to flash your lights back in the C5! :)

I waved but he probably never saw it, since he was on the other side of the road...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
08-30-2020, 12:52 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 21,553
Posted By bikeriderga

Sorry to hear about this, but thanks for...

Sorry to hear about this, but thanks for reporting it. Let us know what GM finds out as they tear into the motor. Sounds like something gave loose in the crankcase. or there could have been some oil...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
08-30-2020, 12:43 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 9,171
Posted By bikeriderga

So if the new C8Z is faster from 0-60, faster in...

So if the new C8Z is faster from 0-60, faster in the quarter mile, faster on the track, the fact it may be down 25 HP will be your determining factor?

Performance cannot be measured in HP numbers...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-10-2020, 05:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,525
Posted By bikeriderga

Waiting is part of the game, even if you want a...

Waiting is part of the game, even if you want a C8. However for the really patient, you can wait for the Z06, the ZR1, or the Zora.
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