Here's Why The C4 Corvette Is The BEST Car You Can Buy For $10,000

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Elliott Alvis

Elliott Alvis

Күн бұрын

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@P.Galore
@P.Galore 3 жыл бұрын
I've been asking myself, " What can I buy for under $10,000 that will impress strangers at a small town gas station?".....besides a full set of teeth....
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
That's how I start almost every car purchase lol
@billcunningham8485
@billcunningham8485 3 жыл бұрын
… Full set of teeth and your tattoos spelled correctly. Heck with those credentials you could run for Mayor of said small town.
@Mach141
@Mach141 3 жыл бұрын
no one with any sense is impressed by this GM piece of garbage
@gadsdonflag4289
@gadsdonflag4289 3 жыл бұрын
@@billcunningham8485 Or in this day and age, the son of the idiot in the WH!!!
@gadsdonflag4289
@gadsdonflag4289 3 жыл бұрын
@@Mach141 I wouldn't go that far, but I would say the worst looking and with the most cheaply made interiors.
@ghall7763
@ghall7763 3 жыл бұрын
The “ Jorts” with the White NB kicks the official uniform of Corvette owners 😆
@Carsoniman
@Carsoniman 3 жыл бұрын
instagram.com/p/CPZGj67h1ZS/
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
You’re darn right 😎🇺🇸
@BillBatdorf
@BillBatdorf 3 жыл бұрын
@@ElliottAlvis I figured it was intentional ;)
@toddfpacker6793
@toddfpacker6793 3 жыл бұрын
I take offense to that....#merica!!!!
@angelbenitez2658
@angelbenitez2658 3 жыл бұрын
@@Carsoniman haha
@100PercentJake
@100PercentJake 3 жыл бұрын
That thumbnail is a masterpiece.
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
It is indeed.
@dave11686
@dave11686 3 жыл бұрын
No u
@DougsCars
@DougsCars 3 жыл бұрын
My new desktop wallpaper!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
@@DougsCars 😂
@DougsCars
@DougsCars 3 жыл бұрын
@@ElliottAlvis I need it in 4K.
@DunnDifferent
@DunnDifferent 3 жыл бұрын
The first time I ever hit 150 was in a 94 C4… they really shouldn’t have hired me at that dealership when I was 15 🤣
@patrickmcgrath5411
@patrickmcgrath5411 2 жыл бұрын
DRINK SMOKE BUILD "CRASH"🤭
@sgtdug276
@sgtdug276 Жыл бұрын
😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆
@sandasturner9529
@sandasturner9529 11 ай бұрын
The fact that you're alive proves they didn't make the worst decision.
@timvaughn6535
@timvaughn6535 2 жыл бұрын
I have a 1987 c4 coupe. I got it when it was 1 1/2 years old with 16 k miles for $18k. Now have 80k on it Still runs great , no major engine or electrical problems. It really does get 30 mpg. On the hiway. Paint is still 98% perfect. New Corvettes run about $75k. Mine still run like new for 90% less money out of my pocket. I still get the looks at the gas station. A corvette is a corvette, no matter what year it is.
@theburger_king
@theburger_king Жыл бұрын
How the hell do you buy a car when you’re 11 and a half
@meintingles4396
@meintingles4396 11 ай бұрын
He said 1 1/2. Not even 2 years old. Dude is lying through his teeth. @@theburger_king
@tombrzozowski173
@tombrzozowski173 9 ай бұрын
But it's ALOT uglier too than the others! And the digital dash is garbage!! And I call bs on the no major troubles! They are the junk of the vette world! Why do you think they are so cheap? Why? You get what you pay for!! And I know! I have 2 new camaros and just ordered a new vette to go with my 73!! That vette is ugly and junk! Hence that's why they are so cheap! Nobody with taste wants them!😂
@cpscps2679
@cpscps2679 3 жыл бұрын
"Just as tight as when I had it in high school." Really, Elliott, did you think we could let that pass ??
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't expect that one to slip by lol
@matthewdevine113
@matthewdevine113 3 жыл бұрын
Haha I thought the same thing, good for him though!
@Neopumper666
@Neopumper666 3 жыл бұрын
Me watching the video while eating: *That's what she said*
@corey4109
@corey4109 3 жыл бұрын
Giggity
@davidwillis369
@davidwillis369 2 жыл бұрын
Lol
@woodifit
@woodifit 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought a 89 corvette I'm in love. goes well with my mullet .
@beefcakemchandsome
@beefcakemchandsome 3 жыл бұрын
"I've taken a few girls to prom in it" is now my fave EA quote
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Unintentional humble brag lol
@longhornhamilton44
@longhornhamilton44 3 жыл бұрын
Jean shorts, New Balance trainers, and a beeper clipped to the belt: Elliot, it's your dedication to the fine details that keeps me coming back! Love you and hope to see at COTA here in Austin one day.
@joetz1
@joetz1 2 жыл бұрын
All he needs is a Hawaiian shirt
@RobertWave
@RobertWave Жыл бұрын
This car will do 170MPH. That's pretty incredible for a small block 350. Since I'm 70 now, I use the sill to sit on getting in and out of the car. Makes it so much easier for me. Owned it for 30 years and kept it up well. Very few issues! 103K.
@chrisschock9747
@chrisschock9747 5 ай бұрын
I just got a steel blue 91 convertivble Makes me Happy
@brandonterry4890
@brandonterry4890 3 жыл бұрын
“A couple of girls to prom” Daaamn Playa!!!
@thryzen970
@thryzen970 3 жыл бұрын
I love how he dressed for the how corvette people dress meme and didn’t bring it up at all 😂 now that’s why I love this channel.
@JerryDLTN
@JerryDLTN 3 жыл бұрын
8:42 They should have made it with clamp down handles like on manual convertibles
@Tar_mac
@Tar_mac 3 жыл бұрын
Jorts, New Balances and that failed chair kick attempt were all hilarious
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Lol glad you enjoyed it!
@slick_ws6
@slick_ws6 3 жыл бұрын
Please don't listen to the hater. You keep doing what you are doing and do it your way. Content creation is a tuff gig and I think people take the hard work that is required to produce said content for granted.
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man.
@edkalsbeek1765
@edkalsbeek1765 3 жыл бұрын
Best video by Elliot so far
@jonasthemovie
@jonasthemovie 3 жыл бұрын
Yeah, don´t listen to the guy who pointed out that creators stopped using Premiere because it hurt video views. How is this obviously well produced video doing when it comes to views?
@ianbestor1528
@ianbestor1528 9 ай бұрын
My jeep recently caught fire and needed a reliable vehicle fast as a daily driver. My good friend offered me his 94 Arctic White Vette Coupe for a major deal and I absolutely know the care he put into it. Such a weird circumstance and offer I had to take it. A Vette would be the last car I'd even think of when looking for a reliable vehicle in today's used market (up 30%), but here I am with THE PEAK 90's car.
@ModelA
@ModelA 3 жыл бұрын
You own the coolest doorstop I've ever seen.
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Haha, thanks Paul. I wish I still had that doorstop actually. I loved it.
@paulmoss7940
@paulmoss7940 3 жыл бұрын
I agree . Took a while ,but a few years ago I found a lo-mile 96 LT4 in Fla. Flew down and bought it ,drove it 850 miles home. Fun car. She calling to me now. Cheers !
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
That’s awesome. Glad to hear Paul. Thanks for watching!
@dave5176
@dave5176 3 жыл бұрын
I'm 6'2 inches tall, and I can't put one foot in first when getting in, because that's a great way to break the seat back. Just turn around, sit down, and put one leg at a time in. Also, never use the steering wheel to get in and out, as it wallows out the pin holes that lets it tilt. Then the steering wheel becomes loose and wobbly, and expensive to repair.
@davidwillis369
@davidwillis369 2 жыл бұрын
I am also 6'2" and I do the same "trust fall" into the seat with hands on the frame rail, then one leg after the other. I avoid the steering wheel like the plague getting in and out. :)
@LandOnBolts
@LandOnBolts 6 ай бұрын
So do you fit in the car fairly well when you’re in it? I’m 6’3 and really want one of these
@BSGSV
@BSGSV 3 жыл бұрын
I have been waiting for a Motary Notary video for days!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the patience!
@caseys_cozy_garage
@caseys_cozy_garage 3 жыл бұрын
Same. I'm literally starving for these
@shawnguillory267
@shawnguillory267 2 жыл бұрын
For the flex issues with the top off, try to find an x-brace from a junked convertible or the vette-2-vette chassis brace. I got the latter and it made a world of difference. Top off and on
@mariocooldude9092
@mariocooldude9092 2 жыл бұрын
Where can that be purchased?
@3.2Carrera
@3.2Carrera 2 жыл бұрын
Agree. I put one on my 1990 Convertible and dumped the X brace. It's stiffer then the x brace and does not get in the way of basic maintenance under the car.
@eaglerider94
@eaglerider94 3 жыл бұрын
I've had my 6sp '94 Polo Green for 20 years and it's been extremely reliable. This week I took it in for a clutch fork and throw-out bearing replacement. Thought of doing the work myself but decided it was too involved. The only complaint is that the front suspension towers dance when pushed, especially when the top is removed. For those who may not know, the C4 was originally intended to be a T top for structural rigidity. GM's president at the time demanded the engineers redesign it to be a Targa (to compete with Porsche) so they had to enforce the frame hence the high door sills. Adding the X cross member from a convertible would greatly tighten it's rigidity and adding a camber bracket across the suspension front towers. I've also upgraded to Z06 18" wheels and Nitto tires which made a significant difference in handling. I still love driving her!
@randymarsh3677
@randymarsh3677 2 жыл бұрын
Hey friend i have an 89 convertible any tips ? On mods that would benefit
@kanamekiyru
@kanamekiyru 2 жыл бұрын
Its crazy you mention them competing with porsche because allot of weird features and quirks on the c4 from the 90s are on porsches from the 80s
@c.george7451
@c.george7451 2 жыл бұрын
@@kanamekiyru Don't know quirky features, just that GM wanted a Targa version of a Corvette.
@jeffspicolli593
@jeffspicolli593 Жыл бұрын
@@kanamekiyru After three seasons of competition in SCCA sports car racing the C4 dominated Porche to the extent that C4 were banned to competition in their own series called the Corvette Challenge.
@kanamekiyru
@kanamekiyru Жыл бұрын
@Jeff Spicolli i can definitely agree with that but im talking about interior design of the corvette not its power
@laprepper
@laprepper 3 жыл бұрын
Always have and always will love Corvettes. Some day might even buy one
@crazybonesarecool22
@crazybonesarecool22 Жыл бұрын
“It feels just as tight when I had it in high school” I wish I could say that about my wife
@rustywranglesarizona4310
@rustywranglesarizona4310 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks agree with it all we're currently doing a full engine rebuild on our 90 C4 convertable, in Douglas AZ I picked it up cheap a year ago after someone did a bad head gasket job on it. At 170 plus mls, decided to go through the whole engine. Cheers for the good video, love that yellow.
@jake05sti
@jake05sti 3 жыл бұрын
The video we’ve all been waiting for….
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Right? I’ve been waiting since at least 10am this morning.
@jake05sti
@jake05sti 3 жыл бұрын
Lol I’ve been waiting like 10 years!!!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
@@jake05sti oh yeah, that’s true!
@yiyangcheng
@yiyangcheng 3 жыл бұрын
I hope you're featured @Jacob Alefs lol
@jake05sti
@jake05sti 3 жыл бұрын
…and still waiting for lol 😉
@nyrobbie77
@nyrobbie77 3 жыл бұрын
Had a company picnic in which it was tradition to do a burnout at the end. One of my coworkers had a C4 6 speed that he really wanted to do a burnout in but didn’t know how. Me, having had a couple wobble pops said - I’ll show you how - and he gave me the keys. So I went out, dropped the clutch in 1st, slammed the brake and did a nice standing still burnout. Feeling confident and that it would be even better to do the burnout in 2nd - gave it another go. Revved it up, popped clutch and hit the brake, and listened to that 350 v8 sing. After a few seconds realized, hmm, I don’t think that’s tires I smell. Yup - all clutch. My buddy said he could smell the clutch the whole rest of the night. 10/10 would do again.
@sleepyhollow783
@sleepyhollow783 3 жыл бұрын
Happy when someone was able to keep their car from high school (if they would have liked to). Great video, Mr. E!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man!
@alk3myst
@alk3myst 6 ай бұрын
Brakes are one of the things that really evolved. I converted my 2016 Cadillac CTS VSport to the 6 piston 390 mm/ 4 piston 365mm setup. 15"+ rotors up front and 14"+ in the rear.
@hebrews11vs5
@hebrews11vs5 3 жыл бұрын
I'm in Eswatini, southern Africa, and so when saw a early 90s better drive past me the other day, suffice it to say, it made my day.
@robgreenstein5917
@robgreenstein5917 3 жыл бұрын
I had an 86 C4 Corvette and I really loved it!
@MrJimbo666
@MrJimbo666 3 жыл бұрын
Mine is a '92 with a ZF6 transmission with rhe optionnal Z07 package too. Love my Vette!
@boomer1991
@boomer1991 3 жыл бұрын
Back in the 90's I owned a '92 C4 auto (Black Rose color) and then a '94 C4 T56 manual (Admiral Blue). I loved them both. They were extremely reliable, drove them both daily to work. Handled great, and was able to achieve a top speed of 160 mph! Verified! Pretty impressive for a 300 hp car! I wouldn't mind having another one...
@jeffspicolli593
@jeffspicolli593 Жыл бұрын
I have a 93 Black Rose Coupe and love that car more every year.
@dennislarson4960
@dennislarson4960 Жыл бұрын
I still have a '94 C4 in Admiral Blue with the 6-speed -- love it! I have no doubt that it will do 160mph. At 100 it's just waking up and wanting to GO!
@KN-bw6gu
@KN-bw6gu 3 жыл бұрын
I've never understood why this generation is hated on by some. I'm not a Corvette guy buy I've always loved this gen for the same reasons you stated. I'm in NM. There are many rural highways out here you would probably have fun on! Also a few mountain twisties up north.
@barbaraalvis2881
@barbaraalvis2881 3 жыл бұрын
From wearing a tux to the prom to the “corvette owners’ chic” you’re sporting now… lol! Gotta love it. Great video. So happy you’re enjoying your corvette again, Elliott!
@obtusemedia7612
@obtusemedia7612 3 жыл бұрын
Been watching you for a minute and I have to say mate you just keep topping yourself! 😂 Your Corvette is best Corvette for sure!
@paddingtonbear5172
@paddingtonbear5172 3 жыл бұрын
Ive got an 87 z51 , here in Australia , its a full on head turner . Its converted to rhd . Love the feel of bein a cheeseburger off the ground . Racecar with rego plates
@iris-lw4cz
@iris-lw4cz 3 жыл бұрын
My grandparents own a tow lot and I was out there this weekend, they had a 94 zr-1 on the back of the lot. I have done so much research on this car in the 48 hours I've known about it. It's kind of crazy how big of a love there is for these car.
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
That’s my favorite year of ZR-1. That’s so cool they have one in the lot!
@lawrencecates8402
@lawrencecates8402 2 жыл бұрын
I'm from Kentucky about an hour from Bowling Green and this video makes me want a C4 Corvette. ASAP
@hash46176
@hash46176 Жыл бұрын
I grew up in Somerset Ky 80 miles from the factory, I remember when they started production now in my fifties im looking to buy one
@GalvanizedGreatness
@GalvanizedGreatness 3 жыл бұрын
The corvette is definitely a great car to have and they are still not ruined like other cars people overhyped
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@Stanley-u4me
@Stanley-u4me 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. Best vette presentation ever...good job Elliot.
@hullinger
@hullinger 3 жыл бұрын
Denim shorts: Check New Balance: Check Lawn Chair: Check Great intro and great video!
@gb9705
@gb9705 3 жыл бұрын
Great car. Thanks for finally sharing it with us. Greetings from Montréal !!
@andrewhirsch1650
@andrewhirsch1650 3 жыл бұрын
From Rochester, NY. I daily drive my '89 C4 roadster. All year long! It's got about 68k and I love it. Paid $8700 getting in and out is challenging, to be sure. I'd suggest that you add advice to never pull on steering wheel getting in or out; the bearings will wear out. The L98 is so solid. It went all winter with no oil needed. Love the yellow door stop model, reminds me of Cub Scout pinewood gravity racers. Keep up the enjoyable videos: buttery BMW indeed! Glad you walked away from impact!
@mattsag2307
@mattsag2307 2 жыл бұрын
Fellow Rochesterian in the market for a C4 here, any chance you'd be willing to share some wisdom?
@pdennis93
@pdennis93 3 жыл бұрын
That 370 horsepower in 1970 was gross rating while the 300hp LT1 rating in 1992 is net rating. So the 92 vette actually has more horsepower than the 1970.
@eriklehnsherr5784
@eriklehnsherr5784 2 жыл бұрын
Most those ratings in the late 60's early 70's were severly underrated for sales and insurance reasons. Trust me that 70 LT1 is putting out way more.
@-_____-
@-_____- 2 жыл бұрын
@@eriklehnsherr5784 Richard Holdener tested the older LT1 and the 90's LT1, and the 90's LT1 makes more power hands down. The 70's LT1 was also running an electric water pump, which is advantageous: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3quenVjr8Srn5I
@FMChimera
@FMChimera Жыл бұрын
@@-_____- And yet, owning both, I can assure you the 70 is by far the faster car, even though the '94 has numerous mods.
@nicolaskuchta1072
@nicolaskuchta1072 3 жыл бұрын
I'm more of a C3 fan myself, but I gotta admit, those ''refreshed'' 92-96 C4's are tempting. Thanks for showing!
@Selrisitai
@Selrisitai Жыл бұрын
The C3 really is the pinnacle of style. It doesn't have the obvious 90's "try-hard cool" look, but nor does it have the classic "old man car" look of earlier cars. It's like they tweaked the look until it looked good without adherence to the vogue appearance of the decade. While I'm strongly considering buying a C4, if I could get a C3 with the features of the C4, that'd be my dream car. Then again, if I could get a stock, 100% working, low-mile Mitsubishi 3000GT Vr4 twin-turbo, that would also be my dream car. Too bad the dang thing had so many bells and whistles that it's almost impossible to get _everything_ working without selling at least a portion of your soul.
@vladpootin5973
@vladpootin5973 2 жыл бұрын
Smart investment! Legendary and iconic American sportscar that ruled the 80s well into the 90s.
@desertsunman5880
@desertsunman5880 2 жыл бұрын
Hey - Great Show - am in Vegas & been looking for a 90-96 for about 8 months - so many choices - ABSOLUTELY True: Best car ever - can't wait to be part of the Club🎯🔥😉😎
@thomaschichester3020
@thomaschichester3020 3 жыл бұрын
3:00 -- "... the LT1 motor from 1970 making 370 hp..." -- That hp rating was gross power. Post 1972 the hp ratings are NET hp, about 70% of the gross power rating. Therefore the 1970 LT1 makes about 260 net hp. Comparing a 1971 LT1 'Vette to a 1992 LT1 'Vette, the '71 has a power to weight ratio of 0.08 or 12.5 lbs/hp (about) and the '92 is 0.093 (or 10.7 lbs/hp). The LT1 doesn't stand up to the LS series motors, but when comparing it to the '60s and '70s icons no apologies for the '90s LT1 motor are necessary.
@stevenkaskel3469
@stevenkaskel3469 Жыл бұрын
Original owner of a 91 with 6 speed and adjustable ride control. 91k miles, all original including the clutch with exception of replacing tires, alternator, and fuel injectors. A/C cold as ice. even the wiper blades are the originals. Need to replace the headlight gears as they are chattering now but still work. Have driven it almost to the limits on the Ozark mountain curves and had it up to 140 mph. Still brings a smile to my face when I take it for a drive. Dark red metalic exterior, saddle interior.
@bobwazzuman4275
@bobwazzuman4275 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making Jorts fashionable again. I went to the garage pulled out my storage bin with all my 80's clothes and pulled out my jorts. Gonna wear them this weekend during the record high temps here in the Seattle area.😂 Love your show and content!
@horseman942
@horseman942 3 жыл бұрын
You're a great presenter, Elliott. Enjoy your videos. From Las Vegas.
@Scotty_in_Ohio
@Scotty_in_Ohio 3 жыл бұрын
I bet if you drove that Corvette over to John Ross' shop you'd leave with new rear hatch struts - just sayin....
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
I bet you're right. He loves replacing those things.
@paulm6481
@paulm6481 3 жыл бұрын
Corvette really is the American superstar.
@Joe8648
@Joe8648 9 ай бұрын
I love how my 85 has 3 buttons to pop the hatch one on each door and one in the center console
@brandonmorris2513
@brandonmorris2513 3 жыл бұрын
" a few girls to prom" Damn Sam !!! Elliott is the ladies man. Dang!!!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Former ladies man. Now I’m just a dork in jorts.
@brandonmorris2513
@brandonmorris2513 3 жыл бұрын
@@ElliottAlvis But a dork with some cool cars!!! Some even dorky. HA!!
@jeffreycheng5984
@jeffreycheng5984 3 жыл бұрын
I gave up on women, so I never took a girl to prom and I will never know what that is like.
@alexl9334
@alexl9334 3 жыл бұрын
I did it for Dale in my 92 C4
@windwrightmage
@windwrightmage Жыл бұрын
This Video Cured my cancer. I owe you my life Sir.
@ericrosen6626
@ericrosen6626 3 жыл бұрын
6:00 Futuristic stuff Go up one more year and you get passive keyless entry, which as far as I can tell was the first such system in a production car.
@JosephHowes2003
@JosephHowes2003 3 жыл бұрын
The hydraulics for the hatch cost about $14 and take 20 seconds to replace.
@TheBarberShopScott
@TheBarberShopScott 3 жыл бұрын
Great video man! I suddenly have the urge to drive one of these
@RobsNeighbor
@RobsNeighbor 3 жыл бұрын
We spent a tad more at 15k on a 96 Collectors Edition 36k LT4:) Such an amazing fun car for the price! I am in love! I was born in 80 and spent my childhood seeing this style and never appreciated it as much as I do now. Great Video!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
My dad had a collector’s edition when I was a kid. Great choice! Thanks for watching!
@LeoM-zt3pl
@LeoM-zt3pl 3 жыл бұрын
I dont have anything to add beyond you're right ! I have a 97 Camaro SS LT1 6 speed and it is a blast
@thomasnemeth
@thomasnemeth 2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Love my 89 Corvette in Johnstown PA
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Thomas!
@georgeholder5347
@georgeholder5347 3 жыл бұрын
My wife has a 1987 fun car "but" we have dubbed entry and exit the Fall and Crawl. Corvettes are so much fun.
@davidwillis369
@davidwillis369 Жыл бұрын
I have a 90 corvette as my daily and i love it!
@sportzntouring
@sportzntouring 3 жыл бұрын
Great to see you take the Vette out and enjoying it! I smiled a lot watching this 🤙 👋🇬🇧
@ge313
@ge313 3 жыл бұрын
Great video. It would be great to see you at the corvette cruise-in at Bud Chevrolet in St. Mary's, Ohio, one of the largest corvette dealers in the nation.
@drewping2002
@drewping2002 3 жыл бұрын
Love it! That is a good looking C4, Corvette owners seem to think that their particular example is 1 of 1, always pointing out the specific feature that makes theirs unique 😂 Shout-out from Charleston IL, home of Eastern Illinois University, alma mater of Tony Romo and Jimmy Garropolo
@Highlander8282
@Highlander8282 3 жыл бұрын
Hey, the 1970 LT-1 had 370 brake horsepower - measured with just the engine by itself and not even in the car. The 1990s LT1 was rated using net horsepower (power at the rear wheels) and it's actually more powerful.
@tonyflorio3269
@tonyflorio3269 3 жыл бұрын
The LT-1 was measured in gross horsepower, with no accessories (alternator, air conditioner, etc) and optimized tuning (spark timing, no exhaust). After around 1971, the industry went to net horsepower, which is *not* measured at the rear wheels. However, the engine is tested 'as-installed' -- all accessories, standard tuning, full exhaust, etc. You are correct, though that 300 net hp is probably pretty close (or better) that the 1970 LT-1
@Highlander8282
@Highlander8282 3 жыл бұрын
@@tonyflorio3269 Hey Tony, thank you for the correction. I didn't realize that the net horsepower rating was still not measured at the wheels. 🙂
@reidthemechanic1515
@reidthemechanic1515 Жыл бұрын
I'm glad i clicked on a fellow Kansan's video, i'm hoping to secure a C4 very soon!!
@mikemartin2423
@mikemartin2423 3 жыл бұрын
Yes been waiting for c4 content....you've motivated me to possibly keep my c4 that has sat for 4 years....can't wait for more Volvo content too....keep rockin brother 👍👍
@OlympusReptiles
@OlympusReptiles 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome to see another KZbinr in Kansas! I mostly do Reptile videos but do have multiple corvettes as well. A 74, 93, and an 06. Ever want to do a Collab, let me know. Maybe we could find a snake to match the color of your ride.
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 2 жыл бұрын
Duuude, that would be so much fun! What part of Kansas are you in?
@3.2Carrera
@3.2Carrera 2 жыл бұрын
I have several of these and my favorite by far is the 1989. Still get the iconic C4 digital gauge set and a Gen1 small block Chevy engine and all the perks that comes with that. So easy to get the 50 HP back from the LT1 (and then some) for small money and not have the opti issues. 90 and up interiors to me are far inferior and GM really missed the mark on those. But I'm in the minority on that opinion. The ZR1 had no chance against Porsche because of interior materials and the "sill" given the price point. But agree it's an absolute bargain and a great platform for sure. One of these days I'll pick up a '96 GS, lol. Highly recommend picking up one of these cars and sorting it out. I had my 1990 6 speed convertible running in the 12's no problem even with the TPI.
@jacksonherskowitz7739
@jacksonherskowitz7739 3 жыл бұрын
Yessir! Just got a c5 corvette for 10k mid pandemic, great deal and another vette for 10k!!
@marblox9300
@marblox9300 16 күн бұрын
1992 and up - don't mind the Optispark distributor.!!!
@alexandrecouture2462
@alexandrecouture2462 3 жыл бұрын
I love the lightheartedness of your videos! Have a great day everyone!
@audisportcarrasco
@audisportcarrasco 2 жыл бұрын
I used to do that with my t tops put them in the carriage bag on 84 trans am HO
@hontist_pontist8887
@hontist_pontist8887 2 жыл бұрын
you have lit the fire in me, been debating on one of these for a couple years now, been doing some research. and i think this video has pushed me over the edge for c4 lollll
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 2 жыл бұрын
Hey, that’s great news! Get one!
@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal
@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal 3 жыл бұрын
That Corvette looks very nice. The model that improved the brand.
@elik031
@elik031 3 жыл бұрын
Is this your first premiere, I swear this must be. EXCITED !!!
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
It was fun!
@LouisWritingSomethingCrazy
@LouisWritingSomethingCrazy 3 жыл бұрын
Love the jean shorts and polo shirt
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks John. I'm all about the Corvette look!
@cdncitizen4700
@cdncitizen4700 2 жыл бұрын
Agree on all counts, C4 is the underrated value of the supercar world. Great yellow/black rims look, really "pops". I'm from Canada and considering getting a manual 96 as a "toy" for my retirement. Is the fender double-stripe black accent original or something you added as an homage to the Grand Sport? Nice touch!
@mariocooldude9092
@mariocooldude9092 2 жыл бұрын
That stirpe came on the grand sport version of the C4 only
@BrianKoz
@BrianKoz Жыл бұрын
I am learning a lot about the C4 Corvette I like mine I just bought one for 10 five I am from Sioux Falls South Dakota
@mitchellbarnow1709
@mitchellbarnow1709 3 жыл бұрын
I felt lucky to have a 1966 VW 1300 bug in high school, while most of the rich girls had brand new BMW 320i’s. The rich guys had Lotus Esprits, Triumph Stags, lots of Datsun 240,260 or 280 Z’s, Camaros and Firebirds. You and your friends flew around in private airplanes ✈️! I love it that you still have your beautiful high school Corvette, most guys would kill to still have their high school cars. It’s awesome that Hoovie has the Mercedes SL that he drove and that his grandmother drove! What incredible lifetime memories to cherish for the rest of your lives.
@bobparker3215
@bobparker3215 3 жыл бұрын
Finally! I've been waiting for Elliott to do something with the C4 since I started following the channel. The targa top really is the best part. I love my 3rd gen Camaro t-tops but the targa is better
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Nice! Yeah I love T-Tops too, but having no bar overhead just makes that much more of a difference. Thanks for watching man!
@jackmcneil6569
@jackmcneil6569 3 жыл бұрын
C4 is extremely underrated
@dennismiller2385
@dennismiller2385 3 жыл бұрын
New Balance...nice touch.
@garrisong
@garrisong 3 жыл бұрын
Nice vette Elliott! It’s nice to finally see it driving. I been kinda casually looking for a 89’ c4 don’t know why 89’ but that’s what I been looking for. Oh I think it was the first year you could get a 6speed manual. And I’m in cape Girardeau Missouri by the way.
@JoshuasRecordings
@JoshuasRecordings 3 жыл бұрын
Ayy, 1992! Mine's a 92, one day I hope I can get it as clean as yours. Mines got a rough idle and paint needs a refresh, but hey she's a daily and I love that car. Got 104k on it right now.
@dave11686
@dave11686 3 жыл бұрын
Well done as always
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks sock!
@simonomisimonomis
@simonomisimonomis 3 жыл бұрын
I like these kind of Doug DeMuroish videos you do, definitely awesome content
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Simon! These informative videos are fun to do!
@simonomisimonomis
@simonomisimonomis 3 жыл бұрын
@@ElliottAlvis i'm sure they are!
@ziggi4800
@ziggi4800 3 жыл бұрын
I loved my 93 c4 Corvette but I love my 2000 C5 more. Great Video.
@Beer_Dad1975
@Beer_Dad1975 3 жыл бұрын
Living in NZ, these things are super rare though still pretty affordable if you can find one. My neighbor has one in RHD, license plate is "DRFLGD" - he owns a panel shop, his daily driver is a X5M. So yeah, typical Corvette driver even in NZ.
@blep6173
@blep6173 Жыл бұрын
my c4 rear hatch actually goes all the way up by itself as soon as its popped... however the buttons dont work so i gotta yank it open. I must say that the lt1 sounds excellent with a custom exhaust
@ElliottAlvis
@ElliottAlvis Жыл бұрын
I need to replace the struts on my hatch for sure!
@yiyangcheng
@yiyangcheng 3 жыл бұрын
Welp, I guess I’ll be the first lol. Come to southern part of NM if not I’ll meet you at AZ when you visit Jacob lol
@toddfpacker6793
@toddfpacker6793 3 жыл бұрын
I love the looks of the c4, I'm not sure why I haven't seen more with resto drive trains.....Ls, Ls9,Lt4...ect
@klaspeppar5619
@klaspeppar5619 3 жыл бұрын
I’m from ”Västra Götaland” Sweden (same region as Gothenburg).
@thomashylton259
@thomashylton259 3 жыл бұрын
Finally a video of the Yellow vette! I live in Northern Indiana if you make it this way....I have a small fleet of varied vehicle projects....half drivable...the other half longterm projects.
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