RateItAll: The Opinion Network

if it's red,i am ready!!

Also very cool. =]

I think they are nice cars but...too many times, men buy them to attract the opposite sex. In my experience, the men who bought them were making up for certain inadequacies.

corvette stingray

Love the 50's and 60's Corvettes!

They are quite awesome, but, a many people have been killed in them, there was a man in our city that was killed in a vet when he lost control in his doing over 140 MPH and hit a slew of pine trees, there were pieces of corvette and human flesh scattered in the woods, they are fast indeed, nice cars too.

This is a great rig. I have never owned own and I never will. I like to look at them and drive them once in a while.

I'm a sucker for muscle cars, I admit. But as far as Corvettes are concerned the 1967 Corvette Stingray L88 with the single four-barrel Holley carburetor was tops! The car displaced about 560 horsepower at about 6000 rpm! Combine this engine with a fairly light frame (as muscle cars go), this Corvette typified the muscle car era, but it is a standard for which American sports cars are often judged today!

I have respect for the appeal of these cars...they have power, but I am too short to drive something so low with that much hood.

As a lover of chevy, I love the corvette, especially stingrays and the newer ones, the Z06 with the LS7 motor (0-60=3.7 sec.; 1/4 mile=11.7 sec.;15/24 gas mileage; top speed of 198). The best V8 engine in the world. The 2008 Corvettes are going to be hardcore with the LS9. The corvette is the small and athletic brother of my favorite the car, the Impala, which is going to get good in 2009.

Still Chevrolet's "bread and butter" car. An AWESOME combo of power and luxury!

The Harley of sports cars. Not nearly as troublesome as some, usually those who've never had and will never have one, would like you to believe and the rattles on mine were minimal. Mine was an 88 convertible. With the top up it was like driving blind. With it down, it was almost as nice a riding a bike. Not the best year, especilly with that 4+3 overdrive and I managed to blow a head gasket, though it probably wasn't GM's fault. That said, I at some point will get another.

Listen, all you bozos with your silly, childish brand loyalties grow the F up! Every car has it's good and bad points no matter who manufactures it. I've had Chevy Camaros, Corvettes, Ford Mustangs, Nissan Zs, and Pontiacs. All where good in some ways and not so good in other ways. As far as Vettes go, there is no other American car that can really match it's history and mystique. It's performance is usually top shelf, with the exception of the mid 1950s models, as well as the '75 and '84 models. My biggest gripe is that Chevy has been pushing the car to a more high end market lately, and I'm sorry, but 50+Grand for ANY car is rediculous.

It's a CHEVY for chrissakes! ALL Chevy's are JUNK, and prone to frequent breakdown compared to other marques.

Something breaks every time I started it! Unimpressive performance and handling.

I thought I heard some poor underinformed muscle car dummy whining about the Corvette lagging behind in technology because they still use a pushrod V8. When changing to the LS-1 engine GM did extensive research with all valve train configurations, and found they could fit the most HORSEPOWER in the smallest SPACE using the push rod setup. What are the three main items on the bottom line in engine design? Power, Reliability, and Fuel Economy. Show me a car with the performance numbers of the 2006 Corvette that still gets about 30 mpg highway (Motor Trend) overhead cams, multiple valves, or not. If you can ride in a 2006 Z06 Vette and you are able to remove the smile from your face by 2007, then you go ahead and complain about "lagging behind in technology."

America Sports car Legend. Enough said.

I know it goes against the philosophy of the 'pricipled' liberals on this site to lust after gas-guzzling speedwh%res like the Corvette, but once you've had your head snapped back by the rush of torque generated by six liters of pushrod-powered insanity, you will realize how futile resistance is...

No serious gear head would even consider a vette plastic cars are for plastic people mage mine a Ford GT

It's really the only GM car worth buying since the discontinuation of the Firebird and Camaro in 2002. These are so unique that every time I spot one, it makes my day!!!

Ilike the car but the RIDE and RATTLES kill all my enjoyment.

not who doesn't like this car..... MMMMMMMMEEEEEEEEEE

I never really cared for corvettes untill i bought my 1977. It was a basket case when I brought it home but it's one heck of a project car. Parts are readily available and the thing is a dream to work on. Sure it's small and it seems I have to work on somthing every time i take it out for a drive but isn't that what I bought it for? Most of you guys import so called sports cars would run on the exhaust fumes my machine puts out. I may be nearing old age at 46, but I'm not fat or balding! One things for sure you drive this car and people will ask you questions about it. Much like a blond, you can't really appreciate one till you have it!

Mostly about a look.

I was considering an Infiniti G35 Sport Coupe, but the 2004 Vette is a better value hands-down, especially now that GM is discounting what is left of the C5's as the C6 is coming out soon. The C5 is better-looking than the C6 inside and out. The C5 is an absolute steal- great performance, styling, reliability, gas mileage, HUD display, cargo room with the hatch on the Coupe model, great-looking wheels, removable roof! Awesome! The only American car worth considering by far!

As a kid, this car was always king. For me a Vette isn't a Vette unless it's a 1975 to 1977 with the crazy curves. Sweet!!

This is a beautiful car as well.

This car is great in all ways

its slow for the power it makes.. give that power to evo sti, eclipse.. youll see what im talking about.. automotosports.com 330whp evo running 11.85 with clutch intercooler, intake exhuast and boost controller..

my rating is actually between 4 and 5 because if you get an older one it will cost you a small fortune to maintain it, but it will be a blast to drive. i have two right now, an 89 and a 71 which i just purchased. both are convertibles and one of the negative aspects of them is there is no extra space. this is not a problem with the coupes though, and from what i have heard the newer ones actually have a trunk.

the truth ... Hello americans , livig in belguim were roads are full of japs and everyone owned one when young because they could not afford the better car hear hear: some japanese cars are indeed verry reliable , a vette might need a bit more maintanance but look at a supra , honda , sabaru older than 10 years ! what do you see ? yes an old car because they lack personality charisma presence , now look at a corvette or a jag or a ferrari older than 10 years and the lines are still breath taking .Each and every corvette had that extra demension that what makes them still awesome even after decades. A sportscar you buy with your heart if you can afford it , yes I drive a vette and I could afford a rari , why ? Because you have to follow your heart and the feelling the car gives you, and if a Supra gives you the feeling by all means go for your dream , singed love on first sight the vette.

I bought a 2001 Z06 in April 2000. My first 'vette. The best car buying decision I have ever made. This car corners like it's on rails w/ 1G lateral acceleration (1G!). 0-60 in 4.0 seconds flat ... the car doesn't even seem like it's trying until you hit 140 and then it just keeps pullin' and pullin' with plenty more tach to give. Truly exhilerating!! I had to fly to Kentucky to find one (the '01 models flew off the shelf), which allowed me to visit the factory, the NCM and then drive it 800 miles back home ... sweet! BTW Todd, I'm 35, black and well ... not limp ...

The only true american sports car. Cant beat the 63' split window or the 67' stingray

A great car indeed. The Vette has always been the car to outclass the Mustang, it's a damn shame they stopped making the Camaro z28 and ss those are spanking the Mustang also, it's just the Vette did it with even more class. You People who say, the company who made the chevette, keyword made, not make anymore. But Ford still make the Ford Focus and Ford Taures, and what was that other great car they made the Ford Fiesta, lol..... Every car company make a few Pieces, but just about every Ford is a piece so you might just wanna keep you mouth shut.

Ever notice that the only ones driving Corvettes are 60-year old, limp-dicked, white dudes?

there is nothing like a "vette"....MC_96

The real American sportscar, my favorite- 1977

A very overrated sports car and mixed baggage. It's somewhat of an engineering disaster: Big on the outside and small on the inside. The car is way too long from the windshield to the headlights. Performance wise, it does have all the bells and whistles: 1.0 g cornering abilities, awesome acceleration and a great top speed. The exterior styling is also unique and not too bad. The interior design is amateur looking (stupid looking dashboard and gauge design and placement) and uses cheap materials. Reliability (with the exception of the past several years) has always been pretty bad -like most GM cars Corvettes, also, break down a lot. There's not much quality or refinement of the parts, but the engine is stellar, at least. Corvettes are an acquired taste. It is, also, truly an all-American car with true American feel. And though I'm a staunch supporter of the U.S.A., I'll take a European or even Japanese car -sports car or not- over about any American one any day. Way better design and refinement, much higher quality. At least you do get the 'bang for the buck' in the Corvette and it's a hell of a value.

this is like the jordan of cars. 40000 bucks is worth it for this car. this is what american cars are all about.

Now this is one of the ugliest and most stupidly designed cars I've ever seen.

OK Hello everybody!!! the z06 is a 405 hp all performance car. The people saying its overrated and overpriced and crap dont know anything. One question to those people. What country do you come from??? Dont buy any of that foreign mitsu-whatever the hell-bishi. The corvette can beat out any of the cars you idiots mentioned. The corvette z06 accelerates from 0-60 in 3.7 seconds and has a top speed at OVER 170 mph. Not only is this car a great american sports car, but it is the american sports car. USA!!! P.S. The chevette is long gone.!!

Very Nice car very nice my moms boss has a red one very nice VERY

This car is seriously overrated and overpriced. For the same price as your LS1 or LT1 Vette, you could pick up a used 93.5-98 MKIV Twin Turbo. Yes I'm talking about a Supra, A supra will beat a Vette in the 1/4 hands down. Maybe an NA Auto might lose to the LS! or LT1, but that's like racing a CRX SI against a Cobra. There's no point to it. As far as a Sports car, I say it is a decent sports car, but it is overpriced, overrated. As far as comparing it to the Supra, it can't handle as good, can't brake as good, doesn't have the acceleration or topend of the MKIV, yet you seem to think it's better just because it's a Domestic. after you buy the Supra, drop $800 into it and your timeslips drop from 13.2 to mid-low 11's. Can a Vette drop that much time for only $800 in all top of the line parts? None of that homemade stuff. I'm sorry but the Vette doesn't deserve to be rated higher than a car that can outperform it in every aspect, except HP rating. With only 320HP and 325ft/lb torque in a 3200lb Body it can still out perform your 345HP LS1 V8, I wonder which car is better?? Take a look around. How many Vettes do you see? Now how many Supra do you see (any year)? Seeing something?? The Supra is a lot harder to find than a Vette which you see 5-6 of every day on your way to work. Please research before you put down other cars. Feel free to visit my post about the Supra on the Supra forum. You might learn some interesting facts about the Supra, and/or might gain some new respect for a truely beautiful car.

The perfect solution to anyone experiencing a mid-life crisis! The only people I see driving Corvettes are balding middle-aged geezers.

An American hero and legend, the Corvette continues to be produced. Its by far one of the best vehicles made. The Corvette will hold its value much longer over the Supra. 1995 Supra's can be bought for about $15,000. 1995 Corvette's go for about $30,000. How's that for your import resale value?

The King of the Road....Long Live the King!

people bashing it wishing they had it

this car straight up sucks for the money u have to pay for it.

Pound for Pound. the best sport car in the world.

The True American Sports Car really shines in all categorys with the current model.

How can some people say over priced, underperforming and unreliable? These are the people who sit there and read what snotty magazines like Consumer Reports have to say about it. Those magazines only like rice-burners anyway. If you have ever driven, or even been in, a new Corvette, you will quickly realize it isn't "under-performing", it will have you giggling to yourself as you drive it. The Corvette is the reason cars like the 300ZX, 3000GT, The Toyota Supra, and the Mazda RX7 are no longer in existence. Oustanding car, outstanding value, and that's why it has been around for 40 years.

They get better with age.

I have a friend that just got his 2001 after ordering straight from factory. The wait was worth it. We have taken for a couple of spins and it is like driving a dream. Very nice car. I have had the privledge of driving an 84 for a couple of months years ago, but I think Chevy has out done itself w/ the C5. How can anyone call this a piece of American trash? Do I sense of a bit of jealousy?

An American Legend, an American sportscar... I drive a Jaguar and still admire the "vette"... Great styling through the years, and a used Corvette certainly worth more than a used Jaguar..."Wake Up America"

Underwhelming. An overrated unreliable corporate parts bin behemoth that lags behind in technology. The Corvette's glory days are in the past along with its technology. Pushrod engines in 2001? Get with it GM.

only the 68-72 are worth buying...Yes the new Z06 is fast but come on it took em this long to make the C5 style fast enough to keep up with true sports cars.

GM really has something to be proud of with the C5 Corvette and the new F-bodies. Excellent cars for good value.... The quality and feel of the C5 are astounding for a GM. The car looks as good as it performs.

It's faster, better looking, better riding than its older models. Compared to other cars in its class; all this & cost less too!

The C5 Corvette has brought GM into the 21st century performance wise. Outstanding performance in every category- great handling and acceleration, with the perfect mix of superb road feel and smooth, comfortable ride. The finish and quality of these machines is simply outstanding. The styling of these cars is almost unbeatable. Anyone who bashes the C5 Corvette obviously has no idea what they are talking about. This car accomplishes for $40,000 what other cars accomplish for $80,000. An excellent value and an excellent car.

I don't know how these fools can bash the Corvette! GM really scored big with the introduction of the C5. Overweight at less than 3000lbs!? Give me a break nimrod. Powered by a 345hp LS1 V8, the C5 Vette is not only a sports car to be reckoned with and an extremely comfortable ride, but an American legend.

The same company that gave us the Chevette.

Overpriced, underperforming, unreliable, just 3 of the words that best describe the Corvette.

A world class performer for half the price of the so-called exotics. A steal at its price.

This is the most impressive, long lasting, forever remembered, all original sports cars ever! It has style that just doesn't quit.

Its an awesome car! Go for it, you wont regret it!

Overweight, under tech, piece of typical American trash

Corvette's will live forever! Long live the Corvette!