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Got the Contributing Memberships stuff finally worked out and made up a thread as a sort of "How-To" to help people figure out how to participate. So if you need help figuring it out, here's the thread you need to take a look at -> http://www.corvetteflorida.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3581 Thank you, everyone! Rich Z.
Corvette Production Reduced Today
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98 softtail
Bug Killer
As long as they're still rolling off the assembly line.
If they want to sell units, they need to offer substantial sales incentives to potentially interested buyers. People are squeezing their money pretty tightly lately, so they have to make offers that we just can't pass up. People are worried they may not have a job in six months, so they certainly aren't going to be interested in a big monthly payment for a new vette. Let's face it, no one NEEDS to buy a vette like they might another type of vehicle for work or family needs. These are TOYS for older boys and girls bought with disposable income that isn't quite so disposable right now.
And I think the 2008s will likely rot on the lots unless they make SUBSTANTIAL price cuts on them. Otherwise anyone interested in buying a vette right now would most certainly want a 2009 if the prices are anywhere near to being close. GM certainly can't raise prices on the 2009s without cutting their own throats for sales, so the only thing they CAN do is lower the prices on the 2008s until they reach a point where they begin moving. Otherwise dealers will still have 2008s on their lots when the 2010s are supposed to be hitting the streets. What would they do then?
And I think the 2008s will likely rot on the lots unless they make SUBSTANTIAL price cuts on them. Otherwise anyone interested in buying a vette right now would most certainly want a 2009 if the prices are anywhere near to being close. GM certainly can't raise prices on the 2009s without cutting their own throats for sales, so the only thing they CAN do is lower the prices on the 2008s until they reach a point where they begin moving. Otherwise dealers will still have 2008s on their lots when the 2010s are supposed to be hitting the streets. What would they do then?
Z06 Rocket
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thebeepster
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What is really mind boggling is that I had a retail order in for an '09 for almost 7 weeks and ended up cancelling because I couldn't get it built! Dealer had plenty of allocation but order status did not advance beyond 2050 after almost 7 wks...still waiting for an explanation from GM or dealer...:banghead:
In my opinion, seeing a lot of C5s and C6s on the road is a GOOD thing. It means GM is selling them, which means we can hope to see C7s and C8s in the future. If the selling numbers are too small, they will simply cease production of the Corvette to use the assembly lines for products that are selling more readily. That is what they are in business for. According to the history books, we've come VERY close to losing the Corvette in the past.
Personally, I think their marketing strategy should emphasize the outstanding gas mileage that the later model Corvettes get. I have yet to talk to a non Corvette owner that has even a clue about this, and quite certainly they mostly believe that the car is a gas hog and not about to buy something like this with gasoline prices being what they are. Most people would be astounded to learn that the C6 can get as good as, if not better, gas mileage than their Honda Accord gets.
Personally, I think their marketing strategy should emphasize the outstanding gas mileage that the later model Corvettes get. I have yet to talk to a non Corvette owner that has even a clue about this, and quite certainly they mostly believe that the car is a gas hog and not about to buy something like this with gasoline prices being what they are. Most people would be astounded to learn that the C6 can get as good as, if not better, gas mileage than their Honda Accord gets.
98 softtail
Bug Killer
Sorry to butt in but you are absolutely correct. Most folks, even somewhat car smart folks, think corvettes are gas hogs. When I tell them my 405 horse Z06 gets 28 MPH on the hiway their jaw hits the floor.Half the time they don't believe me until I show them.
Same here, Somedays when I have an easy service call, I will take my Vette. You should see the look on their faces when they open the door for their "bugman" and see a Corvette in their driveway. After all the comments are put aside, we get to driving a "gas guzzler", and "how can I afford the gas these days"?
When I tell them I get over 30mpg on the hiway and 20's around town they look at me like I just told them I was an alien from another planet, not to mention that my service truck gets about 12mpg. They cant believe that a cool looking American Sports Car car get's better gas mileage than their "consumers report" best buy import.
Who knows, maybe I have planted a seed for a future 'Vetter. :dancer01: