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Corvette Guys - Parts and Accessories for Corvette’s Lover
Category: Car Audio, Car Parts, Chevrolet, SUVDespite their economic woes and cutbacks, GM announced in late April that the Corvette brand would be continue pushing the performance envelope with their 2010 models, including reviving the Grand Sport moniker and the introduction of a GT-R-esque launch control system. (That, if used, won’t void the manufacturer warranty - much to the approval of enthusiasts who thought the fact that using the launch control on the GT-R would do just that was simply stupid.)
The appearance of the Grand Sport and new technology shows that GM is still very much invested in furthering the development of the Corvette brand. That said, many current Corvette owners are either holding on to their current Corvettes - either holding out for the much-rumored C7 or just choosing not to add a new car payment to their checkbook. Some, perhaps, are Corvette enthusiasts or Corvette collectors that think demand for their particular model year will rise if GM keeps cutting production. And some are just taking advantage of dealer incentives and tax breaks to pick up the car of their dreams, and snatching up the remaining 2009 C6’s at unbelievable prices.
Whatever the reason, many owners are looking for ways to get more enjoyment out of their Corvette without breaking the bank. Gone are the days when Corvette owners would cheerfully fork over the cash many dealerships demanded for aftermarket parts - they’re shopping smarter, with an emphasis on value. And with all the speculation surrounding the future of GM and the Corvette brand, some owners are turning to online merchants as the answer, as they upgrade their current vehicle and look for alternative sources of affordable Corvette parts. Some online specialty merchants like CorvetteGuys offer convenient, one-stop shopping and free shipping and toll-free customer service 6 days a week - now try getting that kind of service from your dealer!
Many are looking for a way to protect the value of their investment through items such as a Corvette bra and car cover that prevents the need for expensive re-painting. Others are simply looking for a way to get more enjoyment out of their current car, or even are transitioning to having a Corvette as a daily driver, by adding little touches like a Corvette wind screen to make daily driving a little more luxurious. And some are adding a great-looking, aggressive-sounding Corvette exhaust - both for its performance and for the added gas economy. Whatever the reason, Corvette owners are becoming increasingly savvy shoppers by frequenting online merchants.
So whether you’ve got a Corvette in your garage that you’re holding onto until the C7 makes its appearance, or have a Corvette you’re looking to enjoy (even) more, the rise of online stores means that regardless of GM’s plans, you’ll still be supplied with affordable aftermarket parts. So even though it’s tough times, you can save some cash and can maximize your enjoyment from your current Corvette to hold out and see what GM’s got up their sleeve for the next generation of
Corvette.