5 Things That You Should NEVER do to Your CORVETTE!

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

What's the worst thing you've accidentally done to your car? Thanks for watching!

[@rafiulhaque8064]

Cars, Costs and Technology blow up the damn engine in my R33 skyline should have checked it more thoroughly when purchasing

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Rafiul Haque Ouch... Thanks for sharing.

[@themoon5182]

Cars, Costs and Technology well me and my cousin were in my 2016 Toyota Sienna LE waiting for my dad to finish refueling and by accident he filled the car with gasoline while the car was on!! I ran out and pushed the Start/Stop button and saved our lives!

[@themoon5182]

whatisthisnonsens100 no it was a gasoline and I've already experienced a fire while filling up so

[@themoon5182]

whatisthisnonsens100 like if you fill up while your engine is running

[@kingkav6589]

1. Dont forget to latch removeable top. 2. Dont use a gas can to fill gas. 3. Dont bring large drinks into car. 4. Dont leave key fob in trunk. 5. Dont go over everyday obstacles at normal speed. A quick summary hope this helps someone.

[@generalblaze5488]

Imagine driving in DC omg!!! Its insane how bad the roads are.

[@bonjovirocks24]

Thanks!!! This was way too long to watch

[@h4f3ou5h]

@@bonjovirocks24 tf the video is 7 minutes you impatient fuck

[@jimmyramlochan9290]

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[@MrAntiGema]

Thanks saved me time!

[@peterwhelan5715]

Why am I watching is I don't have a corvette lmao😂

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+smoking turtle No worries 👌 At least now you know if you ever do own one!

[@omarsharif927]

Same here

[@BobmaxXD]

Me too

[@majedali5047]

BobmaxXD me 3

[@octaviolara736]

I don’t even have a car lmao

[@ShekelstienNBA]

I lost my top at 40 mph which sent the roof flying into the air. luckily there was no one behind me and two motorcyclists grabbed the top and put it off to the side of the road....I walked back to pick up my top and It was severely damaged. what made things worse was the thunderstorm coming so I was fortunate that the top wasn't damaged to the point where it leaked. 1800 bucks later I had a new top and officially became a member of the flying roof club

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+KZbin Championship The FRC is not a Corvette club you want to join! I hate to hear that man. At least the motorcyclist weren't directly behind you when it flew off! That could've gotten messy quick... Thanks for sharing!

[@ShekelstienNBA]

Cars, Costs and Technology no it isn't but 1800 bucks will make a person learn the ways of paying attention real quick

[@beezwav]

I joined the flying roof club a few weeks back myself. Didn't latch it down correctly and it flew about 30 feet in the air once I hit 60 mph. I got lucky and it landed with the latches facing down. No damage to the paint at all. Only thing needed was a new latch handle. Cost me $50 and scared the piss out of me. Welcome to the club haha

[@samadrid6321]

Only 1800, if it'd been a Porsche, Ferrari, or Lamborghini you'd be paying ten times that.

[@gerthdynn]

I've been lucky. I actually had that happen the first full day I owned it. Mine got damaged a little, but I have a bodyshop guy who fixed the scratches beautifully. My sympathies for yours not so easily fixed.

[@kcountrycorvettes]

One thing you should do in a corvette is,smile all the time.

[@ronniegaston7490]

AMEN.............................

[@OuzoLouGarage]

Best comment for sure.

[@tastegw]

its kinda hard not to if we are being honest. i have not stopped smiling since i picked mine up last year.

[@dannymcqueen]

Absolutely agree. After a stressful day......find some open road and throw the exhaust into track mode..........the sound alone widens my smile

[@BboyDaquack]

man i remember watching all your vids about corvettes back when they came out and i was still in school. 4 years later, got my very own '14 z51 3LT in red just like your vids. long time dream of mine finally made it happen. Thanks for all the vids!!!

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Congrats man 👍🏻 Thanks for watching the channel.

[@OffRoadRN]

There's only two cupholders? How many do you really think you need, in a two seat car???

[@bonnivilleblackcherry9745]

Well lets see. 1 for coffee. 1 for the beer you have open and 1 for the next beer you'll have. Thats at least 3 :-D

[@gumerzambrano]

Honestly !

[@mrkthmn]

I did get a chuckle out of this with poor cup holders or the complete lack of them having been a sports/super car joke for the longest time.

[@Xilent_Nexus]

Complaining about having 2 cup holder and not bieng great?! Dude I only have a one size cup holder on my 370Z.

[@timespublishing]

@@Xilent_Nexus one cup holder is all I need in my Z...any passenger can just suck it up..

[@pavlo5.055]

I never bring drinks that don't have caps inside the car because if you flip the car that drink can spill and ruin your interior.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Pavlo95 True 👍

[@jdizzle7249]

That wouldnt matter cause if you flipped the car its already fucked anyway lol

[@R7U1LE]

Jdizzle uhhh

[@jdizzle7249]

McLean #38 what?

[@azmike3572]

I think PVKLoL was joking, so you're right at that point!

[@hextor-io]

6. Never slam the door. I have to constantly tell my passengers that even though it's a 2 door, and the door is huge, you don't need to use extra force to close it... just a gentle push and it'll latch.

[@petercarey6883]

Excellent video and all your points are well taken. I'd like to add to your topics a few more items. A lot of times we like to leave our car keys hanging on a hook in the garage so that they are handy when we take the car out. Be careful with this one in that if the fob hangs too close to the car it "talks" to the car's computer or vice-versa. Done over extended periods this will cause your fob battery to run down and is another reason to keep your car on a battery tender in order to keep the car's battery "up to snuff." Also, for those of you with a manual trans, remember when parking the car leave it in reverse and not in neutral or in gear. By leaving it in neutral or gear, once again you're activating the car's computer which can drain the battery. As to automatics, just make sure you leave it in Park. Lastly, I highly recommend you read your owner's manual as to the procedure to start your car if your fob battery is dead. I won't elaborate on this topic publicly since it is does add somewhat to the anti-theft aspect of the car. Then again, I think we all realize locks only keep honest people out, but if nothing else, maybe we can slow them up a bit. Look forward to your next video.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Daphne CArey Great points! There are so many things that I feel like new Corvette owners need to be made aware of. Maybe if I get enough great comments like this (with details) I can make a part 2 of this video? Let me know what you guys think! Thanks for sharing!

[@petercarey6883]

Well, you certainly have my vote for a Part 2, but you did put it out there for responses, so let the majority rule.

[@johnbraughton2094]

Daphne Carey I learned this with my C6 the hard way. Came out one day to a dead battery lmao. Had to jump it. I own a C7 A8 now. My 1st EVER automatic transmission. It is weird to get used to and I'm always looking for the clutch. Haha.

[@james-ww3ot]

Great video, I'm a proud owner of a 2019 stingray and love my car.

[@fbomb2523]

Purchased mine last year and love it,,,,,

[@bruschmidt9943]

One more thing: practice backing in2 parking spaces, particularly those with the concrete "stop" barrier. Even a light touch will leave noticeable damage on the lower front of your car!

[@ThatCorvetteGuy]

My rule of thumb is that I back any vehicle into any spot reasonably possible. It's much easier to look side to side driving forward out of a spot than backing out. Especially if you have large vehicles like trucks parked on both sides.

[@billgonzalez7120]

Happened to me several times, even though I know better!!

[@tastegw]

always back in every car if you can. its just safter in the long run.

[@robertolsen2467]

NOT in the state of [ Florida]; it's illegal. The license plate is in the back & a cop better be able to see it at all times - or your looking at - ticket , ticket, ticket.

[@robertolsen2467]

@@ThatCorvetteGuy It's illegal in Florida & cops will nail the " hot" big buck cars every time. If you live in FL. you should know this - or - your gonna find out the hard way.

[@TheLightningSt0rm]

After my mustang is paid off, if I can afford it I'm definitely picking up a Vette

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Lightning Nice! Good choice man 👍

[@ItsAustinSea]

That's what I did!

[@scarbourgeoisie]

I traded my GT-350 for a 2LT. Have not looked back.

[@Mr1963corvette]

You can get a great deal on the C-6's get a Z51 package or a Z06. The C7's are nice. But for 60K the new mid engined C8 is a beautiful car and will handle and perform even better than all of it's front engine predecessors.

[@Ryan-iw8yw]

You had to finance a Mustang? What lot number you live in??🤣

[@junito1008]

I don't have a Corvette but good to know !! 😀👍🏼

[@thomasmoylan9975]

Junito Punto Comm

[@kylebst264]

A medium coffee from Honey Dew fits PERFECTLY in that cup holder! The key to going up a steep driveway is approaching it at an angle and going over it one tire at a time.

[@Ahsanz1995]

I really enjoy your videos and advice as I am looking into picking up a Vette. But more than anything, I love seeing you drive through Greer! I used to live there and now I'm in big ol' Houston, Texas. You drive through the same spots I used to hit in my Mustang when coming home from Riverside high school back in the day. I love it man, and keep up the good work on these videos, you're doing a real great service for future Vette buyers and owners alike

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Nice! Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻

[@hendog323]

Going on 3 years of being in a Corvette and (ashamed) I did not know about the gas funnel. Thanks for the info.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Henry Lol no worries man! Thanks for the feedback.

[@gmansplit]

Are you saying that you are ashamed to own a corvette?

[@hendog323]

gmansplit No, reread that. I'm just ashamed I didn't know about the funnel. Getting in my vette is one of the best parts of my day!

[@gmansplit]

+Henry You are absolutely right. I have a 900whp Procharged C7 Z06, and I absolutely love it. I could have bought an older Ferrari or Lambo, but I would just rather have the Z, to be honest, which is unusual for millennials like me. If my engine explodes, a brand new one is only 13k direct from GM, vs 52000 dollars for an '04 Gallardo engine with 150 less hp. Not that my engine will ever explode, considering these engines have taken 1100rwhp on stock internals without exploding.

[@gerthdynn]

I think that all depends on who your salesman was. I had one of the truly excellent and experienced salesmen at Kerbeck show me all of these things. I had a great experience with them and would recommend it to anyone who wants a Corvette. So don't feel ashamed. This car is incredibly sophisticated and even spending the entire drive back from Kerbeck to Colorado with each night in a hotel reading the book, I felt overwhelmed when I couldn't figure something out and called the Chevy customer relations group. Also, when I couldn't figure something else out I tried the OnStar button to ask the question and oddly enough the person had the answer on his fingertips.

[@erichoffman2243]

I did #2 about a month after buying a 2006 and yes you will be locked out. In a word, the experience was PAINFUL. Called a locksmith who immediately, as soon as he got out of his truck, said he could NOT get into a C-6 Corvette because of the indexing windows. So that option was out. The other key fob was at home...3 hrs away. The ONLY thing I could do was have the car low-boyed (sp?) to the nearest dealership and have them make a copy of the "emergency" key for the key slot above the license plate. The painful part came when the flatbed driver showed up. Being automatic I obviously couldn't put it in neutral so the driver had to DRAG the car up onto the flatbed. It was a sight and sound I don't EVER want to experience again.

[@coryr9938]

Thank you for getting the auto. All the manual lovers will sure be having fun when they get left in the dust, or get stuck in traffic.

[@jrvbamafan1]

Been driving a manual for 20 years....never minded being stuck in traffic and my car is always modded enough that a stock auto isn't leaving me behind either, so have fun letting the car do everything for you. That takes real skill

[@jrvbamafan1]

@@TipsyLiquid you first bitch

[@michelemcdaniel6032]

Not as much fun as a teenager driving your automatic away.

[@wheelgun_rick]

Cool video. I've had my C7Z for 2 years and I had no idea about holding the unlock button down for the passive key feature. I have the Z07 Stage 2 Aero and I'm embarrassed to say I'm already on my 2nd front splitter/spoiler from steep driveways. I'm also on my 2nd roof for the very reason you stated lol. Lesson learned though. Thanks again for the video series.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Rick Crump Ouch I'm sure those front splitters aren't cheap for the Z07 stage 2 aero package! Like you said though... lesson learned. Luckily I just scrape the cheap plastic air dam on my Stingray lol. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave feedback! 👍👍

[@adamharding2467]

One of the things I love about my C7 is the app with the remote options. Fairly common in most higher end cars but its a life saver in Texas heat not having to get into a hot car.

[@WaybackRewind]

What app? What remote options? I downloaded the chevy app but I can't do squat with it.

[@vwsandvettes3253]

Couldn't agree more on the cupholder and scraping issues. Those drove me crazy in my '08 (gone but not forgotten) Z06 and now continue to do so in my newly acquired 2016 Z06. Of the two, the scraping of the airdam extension is most nerve-wracking. I don't understand why some guys even lower their cars further using the damper bolts or whatever they are called, just to make the car look meaner. IMO its not worth the body damage that could result.

[@robertwadas]

Sweet ride..I dont have instagram. I have a showroom condition 1982. People stop me to take picks. Im sure its not 1/2 as comfortable to drive in than the newer ones, but when I got my DL in 1982 , I promed I would buy a 1982 vette and put a little money away weekly..$5-$10...then I got married and 2 kids..now they are grown and Im single, so I saw one and scooped it up fot 1/4 of the price as anyone I have ever seen. I didn't ask why so cheap..probably because there are no cup holders at all...lol

[@dinosaurfan2409]

Very informative video. I dream of owning a modern Corvette and hopefully one being a C7 model and hopefully I will remember the information from this video.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻

[@360unplugged]

Wow..I'm in Dubai also and just bought a C7 Convertible in the U.S. for my American house. Good to know info. Thanks

[@anshupadhyay3781]

I’m looking to buy my first car in October 2019 since the 2014 Corvette prices are likely to drop lower great vid!

[@WaybackRewind]

I hope you got that C7 before 2020? Prices are crazy now.

[@hrabb3]

Great video thanks! Just got a 2019 stingray admiral blue love it!

[@herbwilliams3862]

Yep, I know the roof panel thing all too well! It seems like an impossible thing to do, but after being distracted by my dog when I parked in the garage, I forgot to latch the roof. The next morning I lost it at 40 mph. It can happen to anybody. With my Vette owning buddies, it is almost always alcohol related..lol.

[@AB-80X]

If you think latching your roof is an impossibly difficult task, please tell us you don't have a job that requires great care and safety - especially for others.

[@herbwilliams3862]

ABOlsen69X Hey moron, it has nothing to do with difficulty and everything to do with human nature. Have you ever lost a set of keys? Misplaced your wallet? Forget to lock a door? The answer is YES, you have so get the hell out of here with that condescending, self righteous crap. YOU make mistakes just like every other driver out there.

[@RBXXXX]

Awesome video. Save me a lot of headaches.

[@63CommonSense]

I want the ZR1 Convertible when it comes out, you have a nice car. Something I'll add to my list of things not to put on a Corvette are black wheels like everybody else is doing. Enjoy your ride!

[@JimShula]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@WaybackRewind]

I'm not a fan of the black wheels either. But if you are buying used good luck finding one made in the last 10 years with chrome wheels. They're out there but rare.

[@shadthompson9297]

Haha yea, I got lucky. When I was going 45 with high winds. I heard my roof about to come off. Immediately I slammed the latches closed while driving. Soooo lucky. Also, number one rule about drinks in cars. Bottled water at most only. If it doesnt match that description. No drinks period. Just remove that cup holder and use it as a place to put your ipod or phone.

[@Walt1960]

I love how you talk fast and have great content. I subscribed and look forward to your future videos.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Walter J. C Thanks Walter 👍 I really appreciate the feedback.

[@MrMustangred]

Also, be super careful turning off traction control on a zo6, the rearend WILL come around you on 2nd, 3rd, and even 4th gear shifts. Mine is a 04 c5 zo6. Maybe better on newer models but mine is tricky, even with new tires. Thoughts??

[@isaackim7907]

Great tips! I'm renting a C7 corvette for this years prom. Hopefully one day I'd be able to afford one!

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Isaac Kim Nice 👌 That's an awesome car for prom! You'll really enjoy it.

[@michelemcdaniel6032]

By time you can afford it you probably won't want it

[@CharlesBiancoRealtor]

When you forget to latch your roof down, drive off, and your roof then goes flying off....CONGRATULATIONS! You've just joined the FRC! Flying Roof Club! I've had it happen to me and yes it really DOES go flying off the top, it doesn't slide off, that damn thing flies like a bird and if there's a car behind you...welp...good luck.

[@gmjunkie674]

The roof thing happened to me in a 4thgen camaro t top😂

[@jaypioh]

my C4 makes me screw in the targa roof with a ratchet so that makes it pretty hard to forget. when I bought it, the entire brake system was pretty f'd and I didnt know until i had backed it out of the garage and it just kept rolling down the driveway to the road while my foot was floored on the pedal. destroyed the 3pc air dam and scratched the hell out of the nose... these cars are real low alright

[@maxspeed06]

Worst thing I've ever done to my car? I once tried to drift a kia Rio and somehow hat a mailbox in the process. I'm telling you now the mailbox "jumped" in front of me. Anyway lol

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Jhy'Quis Texas Lol nice 👌

[@scotchpeele4199]

How do you hat a mailbox?

[@MrT-nh6di]

Thanks for posting these videos future corvette owner.

[@rodneyrussell-to4ng]

I had a 1984 Camaro Z28 ,and a 1989 IROC-Z. Both of them sat pretty close to the ground, and I learned with them, to watch out for,and not to drive over,and to take speedbumps, driveways at an angle. They didn't sit as low as my 2017 Corvette does though, so i accidentally scraped it a few times. As for the roof, I had T- Tops in both of my Camaros, and knew about making sure those were locked down, in place. I did see someone who didn't once,so they had to replace their T Tops!!! Expensive lesson, to be sure,because they were all glass!!! I don't bring any food in my car, and only use drinks with screw on lids, to prevent them from spilling!!! I also never leave my key fobs in the car, always make sure that they are in my pocket, before I close the doors, or trunk!!!

[@robbrobb659]

Thats fantastic......make sure the fob even though in the house is not to close to the car..........another thing to watch out for if you have a satelite boom box style radio in the garage it will mess with the cars computer and you will have to disconnect the battery and let the computer reset

[@scottwalton6215]

Cool video. I don't have a Vette but a Mazda MX-5 and I learned the hard way about centrifugal force and it's effects on liquids. Sweet tea in a large Tervis will energetically "pee" all over the driver when taking a highway ramp at speed. You've been warned! LOL!

[@luisgutierrez5351]

Thanks brother for putting out this video. I just purchased a new 2017 C7 Z06 and drove it here and there for 3 days only. Now I find myself gone for a few months and my wife asked if she should start the car. Well, thanks to your video I forwarded to my wife to watch it cause we did not know about the little funnuel need to put gas if using a gas can. I didn't have time to read the manual and when I purchased the car I was in a bit of a hurry due to other commitments. Anyway, thanks a lot for the video. I just subscribe to your channel and look forward to new videos.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Luis Gutierrez That's awesome man 👍 I'm glad that you found the video helpful! Thanks for subscribing.

[@johng539]

Gave u a like on this video, but I also have the same car u have Down to the color we also need to remember not to park close to a parking lot speed stop stool, it’s a concrete head stone when pulling up like a supermarket or Walmart I lost my spoiler on the bottom because of this issue, lost my bottom front lower under air dam and have to order another one soon... (eBay 99 dollars) 2) And always place the gear select into E mode so we can save on fuel by 4 cylinder deactivation select, Hope this helps

[@DarlingNikki2]

@Matrox One Yeah, they do LOL. Heck, I've seen them at Dollar Tree!

[@RBRN-wn7pl]

Hey so I have the same one as you, and my cup holders are adjustable. The middle piece slides back and forth so if you have a larger cup or bottle, you can make sure it fits in there nice and snug. Didn’t know if you were aware of that or not :) thanks for the video!!

[@elitegmer9377]

even though i own a c4 most of these are still true!

[@kengutwein9370]

Where is that little funnel located? I have a 2014 Z51 C7 and have never seen it.

[@flyinghighhorn]

I found mine in the trunk, under the carpet on the left side under a pull up flap.

[@cindykeselowski899]

So would you choose a C7 ZO6 or a C8 Z51? (automatic in both)

[@mjphoto45]

Should have a release somewhere like my 2000 convertible. I have forgotten to latch my vertible top though

[@tobycocker1675]

Lost the Roof on my 64 forgot 2 Lock the Latch, Funny now Expensive them. Great Point.

[@Seb726Laviolette]

Why would one leave the keys in the trunk? I didnt understand why??

[@binoisonfire]

Question about number 5 is yours the standard stingray? How bad can it get to get through obstacles? Like potholes or elevated surfaces?

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+rollon babe It's not terrible, but it's definitely something that you have to be aware of at all times. After daily driving the car for 9 months I've only scraped the actual painted portion of the front end once.

[@TheJh61408]

As for obstacles, you need to take them at an angle, so don't scrape the front air dam. As for cup holder, get a Semoic Cup Holder for a Corvette. It might say for a C5, but they work for them all. Never use the center council one, as you could spill liquids on the electronics.

[@dougiefresh8224]

I see your from Greenville SC, any recommendations on a shop to put a tune in my 2016 Stingray? I'm from NC but only about an hour from Greenville. Any help would be appreciated.

[@southsiderob1000]

Cool video, I like how you give shouts out to other Corvette owners and show their videos, nice job

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Rob Mcclure Thanks Rob 👍

[@krisi.2011]

I’ve had the battery die in the key fob,had to google the placement for the fob to start the car.

[@AgentB-0711]

learned that "everyday obstacles" thing the hard way driving the grand sport with that low front splitter...went up a hill too fast (only about 5 mph but even that was too fast) and scratched up the entire front splitter underneath, never again🤦🏾‍♂️

[@j0eschm0e1]

TY very good to know (gas funnel) etc

[@brentcrider2147]

Chevy dude! You rock. Thanks for the high-quality video on accessing my Stingray!

[@jeffufcfanaticrosenberg]

number 5 is good especially if you have a front splitter but this goes for any low car. def even a non-lowered vette has to be angled over just about any driveway !

[@digger66]

Wondering about the difference in cabin noise in coupe vs convertible, any idea?

[@travyyyful]

What year corvette is yours? I’ve had a bad experience with the 8 Speed auto box in my ATS lease and was thinking either a 6 speed auto or the manual.

[@Frostytravels]

Great video.....you actually make some very great video's keep it up..

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Frosty Will do! Thanks a lot for the positive feedback!

[@bobkramer2979]

Cars, Costs and Technology mm

[@fearindrive]

dude why do you have an automatic? the cup holder is a problem in the manual transmission because you can accidentally hit your drink when shifting to reverse.

[@PlotTwistzy]

1 reason is not any problem cause u must make this and what's hard about it car is perfect it's a big present of a real art dude

[@waynefilkins8394]

forgot to latch roof on my t-top camaro ss, was on big bridge on I-75 and it blew off and shattered when it hit the road lol, luckily found one on ebay for relatively cheap

[@13salinaspride]

Flying to Seattle tomorrow to get my 2017 corvette z51 3lt. I was so sure I wanted a manual transmission. Once I test drove an automatic...let’s just say I’m buying an automatic 👍👍👍

[@RolandBolton-wd7jp]

awesome video, the title really got my attention... and don't not put a huge smart active wing, because it is so much fun and drag control is insane.

[@sunsetblue1759]

On the freeway, driving my C5, I hit the carcass of a truck tire and bent the cross member holding the air dam, directing airflow into the radiator. There is no grille on the C5, so this is super critical for cooling. I live in Phoenix, and my Corvette was marginal before and overheated often afterwards, just from a slight bend in the cross member. You have GOT to pay attention to objects in the road and fix any damage that affects radiator air flow. Oh - yeah, entered my sloping driveway at an angle to avoid scraping too.

[@abdulrahmand4291]

What kind of gas should I use for the stingray LT3 Z51 ?

[@daver.1288]

93 octane is recommended, that is what I use. If I can't get over to that gas station (BP) I put 91 octane with no ethanol in the car. It will run on 91 octane with ethanol but the engine might knock a little.

[@mikeguerrero72]

Seems like I remember on the cup holder, that it's adjustable. Of course if you make the front holder tighter, it'll make the other one bigger.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

You're right. You can adjust the middle section, but just like you pointed out if you tighten one up it will make the other one larger.

[@terryschwartz5254]

Those rubber flaps are there for a reason, to rub on stuff. The corvette isnt that low of a car. It actually has good ground clearance.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

It does have great ground clearance for a sports car, but that scraping noise still makes me cringe!

[@gerthdynn]

And the z51s don't even have the center flap, so it is even easier to tell that they are just rubber and that it is okay. What is probably even better than just the ground clearance is the fact that the wheels are so close to the bumper that the angle of attack you can get is huge. With my old Neon SRT-4 everything would scrape even if I could make the initial height because the wheel was so far back.

[@noideaatallsorry]

gerthdynn mines a z51 and it has the flats...?

[@gtperfection1596]

What a unique great vid never thought about anything you pointed out definitely food for thought.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks for the feedback! I'm glad that you enjoyed the video.

[@Alex-zm1qy]

Other than the gas cap, I tell these tips to people since I was told the same thing when I bought my first C6. As for the gas fill up, I always advise a funnel no matter the car, I don’t like gas on my paint or making a mess.

[@jleongrae6354]

most important part to me was low ground clearance and the nice thing about that is the corvette is easy to adjust ride higth

[@gerthdynn]

Flying roof syndrome is painful. ALWAYS bring your funnel with you for gas. There is a nice little compartment in the trunk that fits things like that easily. The cup holder is even worse than you say. That little divider is really only in there very loosely. It can pop out on a moments notice. Also your note on driving slow over bumps is really important if you have the magnaride shocks. Pay attention to what mode you are in. They really do recommend that you never use track mode or PTM sport 1+ on roads due to the fact that the suspension is so tight in that setting. Good things to tell everyone. My Alice is a white C7 z51 manual transmission, magnaride and PTM with the PDR. Have fun!

[@kfh1]

I learned about the key fob in the trunk the hard way in my C6!!!

[@bengad.1724]

Lol. Learned the hard way about large fountain drink. Phone was in passenger seat where the drink ended. Phone didn't last long after the swim in diet coke.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

That sucks man! It can easily happen. I'll only bring drinks with a cap now.

[@bengad.1724]

It wasn't that bad. Phone was over 4 years old and way over due for upgraded new one. My car a c5 01 coupe has black interior and cleaned up amazingly well. But yes the cup holder is one of the worst i've ever seen.

[@yagamijubei28]

damn thas unfortunate but makes for a laugh

[@lancewestlm4]

I forgot the passenger side latch on mine once. I was showing off with a friend doing about 160 and one side popped up. Scared the shit out of us. It was loud as hell lol. IDK how it didn't bend or break something but we stopped and latched it all back and it sealed just fine.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+lancewestlm4 I can't believe it didn't break off! That's insane. Sounds like you got super lucky man lol. Thanks for sharing.

[@gregblack8550]

Sounds not true sorry

[@AdrianJayeOnline]

no.2 amazing it wont see the fob, on my BMW, if my keyfob is in any part of the car, it will never lock, and cant lock, very BASIC feature

[@MCClark]

Yeah, I forgot to latch my T-tops on my firebird as a kid way back in the day... It shot up in the air after hitting highways speeds and crashed, luckily, to the asphalt instead of another car after a good amount of time flying through the air... Lesson learned, never drive off before checking top latches, regardless of the car...

[@KxngDxff]

I don't have a corvette, probably won't be able to get one in the next couple years, but mark my words, I will have my dream car!

[@daver.1288]

It will be worth the wait.

[@ThatCorvetteGuy]

I just got a C5 and I wish I had the cupholders from the C7 in my car. The C5 cupholder isn't even a cup holder. It's a dent at best. And I like to get large drinks if I stop anywhere so it really sucks.

[@stepchild5453]

Number 1 straight out the gate. Got me

[@tavwatson]

The worst thing I ever did to my Corvette (a C3 I had back in the day) was let my boyfriend at that time drive it. Live and learn.

[@johnbraughton2094]

Subbed. Just bought my white 2016 C7 and couldn't be happier. I added Red decal stripes to really bring the white exterior, red leather seats, black wheels, and red calipers all together. How can I send you some pics? :)

[@johnbraughton2094]

James Evans Ahh. I guess I should've read that sorry. lol

[@Nick-lc4xi]

Im only 13 but i love corvettes great vid

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Justa SneakerHead Thanks!

[@gerthdynn]

Better to get started young. I've always loved cars since I was a little kid.

[@someguy9321]

gerthdynn I've always loved cars since I was 8 when my dad brought home Forza Motorsport game. It was really fun and started my addiction towards cars

[@IBENOUTMYMIND]

Thats cool bro. Start saving and working towards that goal. If ur smart and work hard u can buy a corvette when ur 18.

[@fer.jr__3847]

Alex Nunley for me was since age 4 and my dad bought midnight club 3 and that's where I actually got addicted to cars

[@AllaboutTheWoodrows]

My dad got in my vette removed the too drove it around and placed it back on, i go in the next day unaware the latches werent holding it on and hit the gas out the driveway it flew off the plexiglass shattered into pieces. Now just use the regular t tops it came with as I still had them. A quick $500 misteak haha

[@6lol6158]

OMG number 1 happen to me and my girlfriend i already purchased 2 roofs, And not to mention every plastic and piece of hardwear is seperat.

[@jakthereaper7819]

Only 2 cup holders. How many do you need?

[@XxlilqhostxX]

What year & model is this ?

[@Pepsvette-fe3py]

...worst cupholder goes to the C-5....I installed an aftermarket cupholder on the passenger-side door. but the drivers cupholder is shallow....

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

+Pep's 2004 vette I was going to show the aftermarket cupholders for the C7 in this video, but I completely forgot. How do you like yours? Thanks for the feedback!

[@aortunoj]

Hi, did you tint your corvette’s windows? If so, what % tint?

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

No. That's just factory tint.

[@linlan8086]

35 % on mine. Very nice...not too dark. Legal tint

[@BigDTexas]

The big problem with the cup holder is that the central separator is easy to push loose, at which point you have no more support for the cup and it can tip over easily.

[@Myworld1998baby]

The key knob locking you out sucks 😂 I have a 07 Lexus GS350, I can leave the key inside an it will not lock ! I guess I’ll just b carefully with my z51 keys

[@kubanskiloewe]

forgetting the latch should be report with a warn signal inside like open doors !! would be easy to do for chevy and costs a few dollars !

[@prov31wmn]

GREAT TIPS! CORVETTE STINGRAY (C7) ROCKS...ALL DAY, EVERYDAY! #corvettegirl 😊👍🏽❤️🏎

[@krisi.2011]

I love the corvette! In my opinion nest bag for the buck, I have a c6 z06 and love this car, may do a 2016 z06

[@Dukefazon]

Do want. I really want a Corvette, but sadly they are not as common here in Europe, especially in my country so any servicing or maintenance can be more costly compared to the US. But I really want one.

[@MrChaseInc]

In the c5 corvette, if you lock your fob in the car you can shake the car and it unlocks. It's a secret many don't know about.