C2 gets Mustang wave but no C6...

[stepinwolf]

I agree with Evolution.
Stop and think about it...the early C1 and C2 vettes were not built as cruisers, they were not comfortable cars to drive. The newer C5 is a comfortable car and lots of people have them (many are leased) We as enthusiasts, make up a very small portion of all the C5s built in their eight year run.

When you run into someone in a newer vette that won't wave, that is just a person driving a vette....not a vette person.

I will initiate this wave though.

Enjoy your cars.

Pedro

Pedro, you took the words right out of my mouth. I could not have said it any better myself, if I tried.

As for the wave or lack there of, I know I will probably be stoned for some of my following statements but if that is the case, it will only serve to prove my point. I don't think I would be mistaken by saying that a large portion of those who own a C1 or C2, are gear-heads. They love the Corvette hobby, the cars they drive, and have no problem in getting a little dirt under their fingernails.

If you look at a large percentage of those who drive late model Corvettes, as Pedro so aptly said they are " just a person driving a Corvette " There are a lot of reasons why they might have purchased a Corvette, not in the least being the " Hey, look at me syndrome " , but they are most likely not down to earth Corvette enthusiasts like ourselves, and that is the reason they don't go through the trouble of returning the wave.

I know quite a few owners of late model Corvettes who ended up purchasing the car either for the " WOW " factor, ( read that as being a sex, or status symbol ) or because they got a better deal on their trade-in. They should however, not be considered down to earth Corvette enthusiasts, and that is the reason we get more waves from sixties era muscle car owners, ( including Ford and Chrysler products ) then we do from them.

As for myself, I have given up acknowledging them when I meet one on the road. If only they knew that with the price of my car, I could probably purchase two or three Corvettes like their own, maby I could get a little respect.

Stepinwolf

 

[67HEAVEN]

If only they knew that with the price of my car, I could probably purchase two or three Corvettes like their own, maby I could get a little respect.

Stepinwolf

Oh they know, Robert.....they know. Maybe that's why they're not waving.

 

[paul67]

Well, I agree to disagree. The members in our Club have no appreciation for what I drive and its value. I would say about 85% are C4-C5-C6 owners and it's trite, but they are into cupholders and bling-bling. They view my car as a nice piece of history that can be written off as a low-tech antique. I doubt they have any idea as to value.

I was astounded last summer at a cruise show when a C4 owner took off his wheels to show off plated brake calipers and slotted rotors. And left the car up on a jack for judging. This is Shania Twain territory: That Don't Impress Me Much.

Just did a new 3/8" fuel line with -6AN fittings and single 37* flares for my Edelbrock. Looks OK (some minor crimps) and does not leak. But that's me, bruised knuckles and all. Liked the work albeit frustrating to get the right bends. Can't get a handle on the right cup-holders yet.

One thing that have found is that you give the slightess hint that you are selling a 1967, watch out. E-mails start coming.

 

[67HEAVEN]

....it's trite, but they are into cupholders and bling-bling.

Thanks for providing me with an opportunity to post my signature, Paul.

 

[paul67]

No, my 327/300/Powerglide could not compete with your car. Not even close. But it is still a Corvette and period correct. And I love it.

 

[67HEAVEN]

No, my 327/300/Powerglide could not compete with your car. Not even close. But it is still a Corvette and period correct. And I love it.

Paul, I'm afraid you mis-understood my post. It was certainly not directed at you or your fine car. The text in my "signature" speaks to the very issue you mentioned a few posts back........later model bling.

 

[bossvette]

There are some C5 owners that aren't into bling and wave to any other Vette on the road, some even have grease under their fingernails. I can't afford a C1 or C2 so I have what I can afford which is C3's and a C5 that will click over 110,000 miles sometime this month. The C5 is an excellent long distance traveler gets decent gas milage and is very stable at high speed the fact that many "non Car people" own them is a testament to the Engineering in them. That Chevrolet can build a car that takes second fiddle to less cars then you can count on one hand and it is affordable to the middle class is remarkable.

 

[warren s]

Flame suit on boys and girls!

I don’t wave anymore and I don’t care. I think its silly, and I don’t need anyone else to validate my interest in the Corvette hobby by giving me a hand gesture.


Having some guy who goes through cars like I go through socks and doesn’t have a clue as to even how to change a spare tire acknowledge that fact that we have the same type of car does nothing for me. AND on the flip side, having some one who spent over 50 grand on restoring a C2 give me an obligatory 4 fingers off the steering wheel as we pass each other on a slow 2 lane doesn’t make me feel any more special.

I can enjoy my car on my own – there are just too many Corvettes out there driven by people who just consider them nothing more than a sporty 2 year lease.

 

[paul67]

I enjoy waving. It's just a friendly gesture. I started in the 1960s when I sold/fixed/drove motorcycles. On a straight 3% commission I made serious money that put me through college and later university. People lined up to catch the first wave of Japanese motorcycles. I sold Triumph/BSA as well.

Today the habit is still with me. But I have broadened the scope: I will wave to any fine classic car on the road, even F***s! My earlier comments were directed to the many C5-C6 drivers that have no idea of the value of these old cars. And I maintain that that is the truth. In fact, given the volatility of the market, I am beginning to wonder if I know.

 

[Scott Winebarger]

You've just illustrated the main difference between most other Corvette sites on the net and the Corvette Action Center...

Yep, what he said !! The people I have met here are first rate.

 

[twoseater]

I wonder if they don't even know what they are looking at..

I have this theory that the newer vet owners may not even know that a C2 is a vet. Up hear in VT, C2's are few and far between. Those that buy a new vet may just be in the market for a new car and decide a vet is for them without even knowing the history of the line.

I do wave, they dont' wave back, no biggie. Its a gesture of friendship and no one should be forced to wave if they don't want to. Doesn't bother my if they don't wave back - at least I've made the gesture to reach out.

 

[Vettepirate]

I go as far as to look around for vettes to wave at.

Im always keeping my eyes peeled for something nice. Ill wave at just about anyone with a nice car. 911, Viper, Ford GT, or any number of classic muscle cars; I wave at all of them.

Most of the people ive waved at return it with some form of gesture, of course its not always possible to wave in time because your window might be closed... I keep my windows open just in case I spot another Corvette

 

[paul67]

Classic car people always give me the salute, and I do them in return. Here's a pic from this afternoon in Canada's Capital. Classic car show at a downtown historic market. BTW, just across from the US Embassy. Those are 1867/1967 licence plates up front celebrating the 100th anniversary of Canada. A lot of interest in this car and many offers for the 1967 window sticker price of $5,000.

And for you BB fellows, there really is some charm left in a 327. Believe me.

My former 1979. Still in great shape.

A gorgeous 1956, 265 with 2 x 4bbl. That is the US Embassy in the background.

 

[cadguymark]

I think you guys are putting WAY too much into the generation thing, the reason most C5/6 people don't wave is because nobody eduacated them. I have a C6, I would not know to wave if it were not for fellow online Vette owners. The thing you have to remember is only a small percentage of owners are online. I do not know ANY Vette owner except through the internet.
What do C5 & C6 owners think of C1 & 2? Can't speak for the rest of the owners, but IMO C2 is the coolest and most awesome car ever, and C1 is the 2nd. I'd own one if I had the time to find one and get it in the proper condition it deserves. I don't, so I bought the next best thing, a C6 which IMO is the best they have made since 1967.
Nothing makes my day more than driving my C6 and spotting a C1 or C2 on the road and getting a wave from them. In MN, it's pretty rare to see them, especially a C1.

 

[JohnZ]

A gorgeous 1956, 265 with 2 x 4bbl. That is the US Embassy in the background.

That IS a beautiful '56, although the tach drive gearbox on the back of the generator is installed upside-down.

 

[Viet Nam Vett]

That IS a beautiful '56, although the tach drive gearbox on the back of the generator is installed upside-down.

You don't miss a thing do you Hink...

 

[paul67]

John, you don't miss anything! But I will not bring that to his attention. He is an NCRS member BTW. I do not know C1s but he may see this post and take the required action. I am sure your input is appreciated. But just as an aside, that is a damn fine car! I am into C2s but I love that one.

 

[Viet Nam Vett]

And for you BB fellows, there really is some charm left in a 327. Believe me.

Paul,
Believe me... The 327 SB is a Beautiful looking motor. We might jest about them but they were an still are the Best V-8 Motor ever made....BAR NONE...!! The SB has a rich history both in civilian & military life.

And...by the way...your Motor looks great ...

 

[stepinwolf]

Paul,
Believe me... The 327 SB is a Beautiful looking motor. We might jest about them but they were an still are the Best V-8 Motor ever made....BAR NONE...!! The SB has a rich history both in civilian & military life.

And...by the way...your Motor looks great ...

Mark, cut that out, your drolling

Stepinwolf

 

[Viet Nam Vett]

Mark, cut that out, your drolling

Stepinwolf

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I'm also drolling for a 572....