The Best C6 Corvette Buyer’s Guide! Watch before you buy!

[@bobbybenn8275]

Thanks for the info. I'm 73 years old, and wanted a corvette since I was 13. My dream finally came true. I found an 07 c6, atomic orange, garage kept, serviced by dealership only, wit 73000 miles, with new brakes, new michelin run flats, new harmonic balancer and shift cable. It has the ls2 engine wit six speed automatic. It has the original top plus a smoked top, which I like. It does have a small rattle, probably from mirror. It's a beautiful car, paint is flawless. Thanks for video.

[@cozmicsoull]

Congrats! Enjoy and be safe.

[@LeftBehind666]

Did you get it inspected before you bought it?

[@apprenticeautomotive]

That’s awesome I’m glad to hear that your dream came true!!! The atomic orange is a beautiful color, well done! Thanks for watching:)

[@bobbybenn8275]

@@LeftBehind666 yes, no leaks, new harmonic balancer, shift cable, 4 wheel brakes new michelin run flats, plus he had front and rear couplings on driveshaft changed, with one year warranty. I took it for a drive on Sunday and it rides great. I usually drive my age, 74, but I did get it up to around 90, I don't care much for speed, just cruising. Tkx

[@LeftBehind666]

@@bobbybenn8275 That's awesome. Glad everything went well. Got mine a month or go and it's been nice. Not sure if I like my 23 camaro more, but hey.

[@bobbymy3vettes415]

I had an '05 ls2 and was impressed with what it could do. I then purchased an '08 with the ls3 and the 4lt package in the Jetstream Blue Metallic. What an amazing upgrade and well worth the money. The NPP exhaust is so much better with the mild to wild switch. I've done quite a few upgrades over the years and she is a head turner! Good luck and be safe!

[@guudfunk1088]

Just bought my first C6 Corvette, 2011 2LT. (White) I also own a 2015 Chevy SS. (White) Love em both. I drive one on Saturday's and the other on Sunday's. Also getting married to my sweetheart in a few months. Life at 60 is great.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Wow that’s awesome, sounds like you have some beautiful cars! Congratulations man!

[@EstudioFase]

First five seconds was enough to know nothing else matters and that I need a corvette. RAHHHH!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🦅🦅🦅

[@CarStory]

Nothing sounds as good as a LS.. Absolutely love that engine.

[@tlarson36]

I have a 07 in Lemans blue. I get a ton of compliments on the color. I just added a carbon fiber steering wheel last week! Jsb is also a nice color! 👍

[@legendemporium4397]

I’m going to look to buy my first c6 tmr so this is very helpful

[@stevedolan5065]

I have a 2008 in Jetstream blue…love it and get lots of compliments…the one thing I don’t have that I would add is the steroGPS which also has a back up camera…I have the factory dual mode exhaust, I like it just fine in standard mode where it opens up around 2600 RPM but I pulled the fuse and drove it around the block and it was way to loud and obnoxious for my taste…those rims and the lowering of the body give it a better look. Good luck with your mods!

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thanks I appreciate it, best of luck to you as well with yours!

[@danlaur7973]

Nice review, just an FYI with these cars...installing a heads up display on a car that didn't come with that option is not an easy task, you basically have to tear apart the entire dashboard. As far as carbon ceramic brakes go, they were only an option on the ZO6 & ZR1's. The bi mode exhaust code option is called NPP

[@kevincheney6628]

My favorite color is orange,haven't seen too many orange CORVETTES but my favorite car

[@Howdy76]

i have a 2011 COFEFE, 6 SPEED GEAR JAMMER.DAMN I LOVE IT. SUPERSONIC BLUE METALLIC.

[@tho464]

Love this car. I have a Monterey Red (burgundy) 2006 C6 Base with 16K miles. Just got it and it’s one of the easiest cars to drive that I have ever owned. Just smooth.

[@-Gatsu]

How much did you pay? The C6s here are like 25k for 50,000 miles

[@tho464]

@@-Gatsu I paid $28K. The same car might be low 20s if it had 50K miles or more but I think a few extra thousand for less than 16K miles is worth it. It’s truly like buying a new car.

[@jeffstephenson4156]

I have a short wife so the memory seat is a must have option for me. Auto or manual, doesn’t matter. Manual is more fun to drive but the autos are a tad faster and it must be JETSTREAM BLUE!!!

[@danielfair4675]

I have a '10, triple Black 3lt GS 6-speed convertible with 13,800 original miles ... they're great cars.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Wow that sounds awesome, I love the GS!

[@Steve-O_27]

You should drive that car a little more lol

[@daleliske9757]

One, where is the decorative coil covers in the engine, and two, you can just pull the fuse for the exhaust valves, to make it sound louder all the time.

[@bradgrier4228]

Well presented! Ioved how he covered the car..... I'm in the .arket for a C-6 and wish ida came across this one! I'm not sure if I'll just pay cash or spend a little more and finance it or a portion of it? I'd ideally rather have the Z06 but I don't know yet. Thanks for the fantastic presentation

[@JJ-wf6eu]

I love Carlisle Blue. So hard to find those cars. Only 535 made. Love the wheels on your car.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Oh yeah that Carlisle Blue is super sweet! I’ve only seen 1 in person ever. Thanks, I go back and forth if I should keep the chrome or not

[@davidarmitage9041]

I’m looking for a Carlyle Blue GS right now. I haven’t had any luck yet. Luckily I have a 2006 3LT Machine Silver I can drive until I find my dream car.

[@LoganDiehl2]

First video at the top when I searched "C6 Corvette", nice video!

[@apprenticeautomotive]

That’s awesome, love to hear that! Thank you

[@xanykillz2921]

Beautiful car I think ima go for a c6

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thank you! Yes go for it, once you drive one you’ll love it for sure

[@billmcmeekin7909]

Get er done :⁠-⁠) I have an 09, and it's awesome!!!!! Live the dream kILLZ :⁠-⁠)

[@CTSV6.0-G37]

Very beautiful, I have a 04 CTS-V 6.0 with a few mods lol, but I've been wanting to sell it and get me a C6

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thank you! I love the older CTS-Vs, can’t go wrong with either

[@jonamodeo1584]

Really well done! thanks for sharing.

[@markroberts7516]

I love your taste in car! My car is also an 08 jsb base model!

[@LoneWolf91]

Just a quick heads up. I don't believe the z06 model has a targa top option.

[@johnasbury9915]

It doesn’t, until the C7 Z06 ..

[@billyjuergen38]

​@@johnasbury9915 you are correct. It looks like a target from the outside but, it's none removable.

[@waynecribb4922]

Not on the C6. It came with the C7 .

[@waynecribb4922]

It's great to see young drivers buying Vettes.

[@adrian_majano]

I am lookong for a challenger recently but due to unfortunate reasons, i went to 16 toyota gt86. Saw video and ad of c6 and i wanted one.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Nice man, the gt86 is sweet too! Can’t go wrong with either

[@josephhernandez5986]

Very underrated color! Jetstream blue metallic! It has a bit of a green to it in the sun. Very beautiful color! Camera doesn't do justice! And the active exhaust is called npp. It was an option for the base models starting from I believe since 2008 on forward. I know corsa sounds great and borla, but there is nothing like an active exhaust. Can't live without it on my c7 z06!

[@victorjohnson2093]

Great Video I thinking about an upgrade to C6 I have a C5 convertible now.

[@billmcmeekin7909]

Looks bluetiful! Definitely radiant on a fall sunny day! I've always liked the Jet Stream Blue. A lasting color for generations, I believe. My favorite color is Atomic Orange, and was fortunate enough to find one in Z fashion :⁠-⁠) That is a wonderful stable of vette's bud! Cheers from Canada :⁠-⁠)

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thank you man! I love the Atomic Orange as well, I’m sure that car is a blast!!

[@davidr6865]

Your garage is awesome, I have a 2011 m6 ls3. Was my dream car in middle school, got it with 6k miles for $25k. Never getting rid of it

[@zaczar4338]

The 06+ 3&4 LT's come with the hud if optioned.

[@naturallyaspirated7829]

I have a yellow 07 Z06 with 10300 miles and at 64 i am content enough with this beast that i would not even consider a c8

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Yellow C6 ZO6 is a badass car! I wouldn’t trade it for a C8 either, that’s awesome!

[@positronicreflex.]

On my 2011, I can just pull a fuse and have the NPP open all the time. Only thing is, the launch control is disabled then. I don't use LC anyway.

[@robertsommers8993]

Jetstream blue was also available in 2010 and 2011

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Yes you are correct, I learned this after the video😂

[@Kris6oh]

Ls2 and ls3 have same bore size only difference is a slightly bigger stroke and heads and things like that

[@speedfreak9342]

Very informative video, I’ve been in the market for a C6Z06. Did you find yours locally, a corvette specific dealer, forums, or something like CarGurus?

[@davidfisher493]

Beautiful car Had to talk about the best blue Supersonic blue metallic

[@lifeonmars03]

Niceeee. Michigan plates! I'm looking at c6z06's currently

[@YarikzBSS]

thinking about buying as a c6 as a first car, thoughts?

[@apprenticeautomotive]

That would be sweet, I hope you live somewhere where it doesn’t snow because it definitely wouldn’t do well in the snow. Other than that mine has been super reliable!

[@williame.6965]

Got the Le Mans blue 07 C6 41,000 miles. LT3 package Bose premium upgrade sound system. Perfect condition. Heads up display etc. Love my car it’s what I always wanted. Now looking for a convertible in white with red interior.keeping the blue one just gotta have 2.

[@BobbyJ2002]

Can you put something together that shows how the previous owner attached the active exhaust to the shifter? Thanks!

[@ryanbarr2727]

Love the rims what rims are on the car? Size?

[@LeftBehind666]

Did you get it inspected before buying? Extended warrenty? Buyers protection? I'm trying to get my first one but i'm too scared to lol.

[@fidellaboy-negron5816]

Gorgeous

[@danziger69]

I have a 2009 Z06 and have to say...great color! Ditch the body side moldings (BSM). The MGW shifter is really good, and this is coming from a Pro 5.0 shifter guy. The factory touchscreen and Bose stereo are pretty awful and C6s should have come with a back-up camera from the factory. Your fuel rail covers are missing, but not a big deal. Ceramic brake pads cut dust, but not as much performance as a carbon metallic pad. C6 Z06s and ZR-1s did not have removable tops.

[@diarian]

his friends just chillin on the curb lol

[@dellcargill5698]

Only 3 more yrs, im going for a c6

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Go for it!!!!

[@motorcityspeed5855]

Correct me if I’m wrong but tr6060 wasn’t introduced until 09, prior to 09 is a t56, which is still very capable

[@apprenticeautomotive]

I believe the TR6060 started in the 2008 model year when the “base engine” switched to the LS3.

[@defaultname2333]

2008 is first year for the tr6060

[@scottzappa9314]

I'm assuming these cars are easier to work on. But watch what before I buy? Yes carfax is imperative. What if it's a fleet vehicle. I must own this supercar.

[@Kauffman578]

How much that lift cost?

[@losoulblocka0524]

I have a 2007 my exhaust is crazy and I added a turbo definitely love my car

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Man that sounds awesome, I’m sure that thing is sweet!

[@losoulblocka0524]

@@apprenticeautomotive yes

[@mikeyesfan1750]

Great car, Previous owner had it set up. How much? 2022

[@abdrhmanfaraj9666]

Bro i imported 2008 corvette from taxes same specs and everything 😅

[@rickbradley5373]

What’s the height of your garage to have a lift in it.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Our ceiling is 10ft, we raised our garage door tracks up a little for some extra room

[@fireside007]

👍Nice . . . YOU ~ ROCK ! ! 🇺🇸 🤛

[@mnoell35]

Actually,ceramic brakes would be a waste on a 400hp car. Steel would suffice.

[@joeyn7399]

Nice car, where did you find it? At a dealership or on bring a trailer or something like that? Thank you

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thanks, I got it from Facebook marketplace!

[@joeyn7399]

@@apprenticeautomotive great find. I hope you have fun with your new car in 2023

[@fireside007]

👍 Omg . . . YOU ~ ROCK ! ! 🇺🇸 🤛

[@kylekashuda6754]

Putting a 3 spd automatic in that thing is absolutly criminal and i would love to know what they were thinking.

[@alerep1617]

what about ls7?

[@whiterabbitt2002]

I own a 2008 corvette w/the Z51 pkg and 6 spd manual. This past week I had to replace the fuel sensors. my car only has 25,000 miles on the odometer. It cost me $2600 to replace them due twhere they were located. What a rip off. OTERWISE THE CAR IS GREAT, BUT I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER GM PRODUCT becuse of that insane placement of the fuel sensors making t necessary to remove the gas tank to replace them. I am now looking to replace my Vette with a 2024 Mustnag GT convertible w/a Whipple Super Charger (800 HP). just saying

[@LillyplayzOfficial]

That c6 looked like it can straight out of forza Motorsport 3 lol

[@frankcastle5294]

So in other words...use the same methods you'd use to buy a Prius or Hyundai Accent. Makes sense to me.

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Exactly😂

[@anthonyvelez921]

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[@saintnificent5532]

Show us under the front valance and radiator support!...Curb Alert...

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Haha yeah the front valence has a crack on the passenger side that I need to get fixed. Nothing serious but for sure needs to get replaced, good catch!

[@phillsmith2441]

The LT 2 and LT3 models have HUD.

[@toddprater14]

That color is 2008-2011

[@badcafe2011]

those are actually zr1 wheels...

[@Howdy76]

OH, 24800 HAPPY MILES

[@Superbikermehedi01]

Please gift a car 😢😢😢😢

[@Teramydog]

I can listen to a car guy with a filthy engine - see ya....

[@jasonmacneil2256]

"The best"?? According to WHO??

[@jamesmichaels9632]

Awesome ride!!! 👍

[@apprenticeautomotive]

Thank you!

[@jhonsmith2150]

Well whts cool about the C5 is tht, ever C5 had Hud standard! 👌🤙😎