Thinking about trading my Z06 for a LC convertible?
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Thinking about trading my Z06 for a LC convertible?
Hey all, considering trading my 2018 Z06/Z07 car for an LC Convertible. I know they are quite different cars, but I feel like I'd drive the LC more often than I do this Z. Granted, it only has 1400mi. Plus, I already have a '24 Z06 in the garage for the other toy.
Anyone have both? Pros and cons to the LC vs the Z? Any regrets if you went from one to the other?
Anyone have both? Pros and cons to the LC vs the Z? Any regrets if you went from one to the other?
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Thank you. It appears the majority of cars for sale are '21 model year cars. Is there a particular reason for this? Off lease or most produced?
Anything in particular I should look for during an inspection?
My LX600 has been rock solid and I'm hoping the LC has the same reputation and reliability. Thanks for any advice!
Anything in particular I should look for during an inspection?
My LX600 has been rock solid and I'm hoping the LC has the same reputation and reliability. Thanks for any advice!
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2021 was the first year of the convertible. Most are coming off leases now so for sure you'll be seeing the majority of the convertibles as 2021 / 2022.
If you care about infotainment, wait for a 2024+ and you'll get that ipad screen but lose the more aesthetically pleasing dash.
If you care about infotainment, wait for a 2024+ and you'll get that ipad screen but lose the more aesthetically pleasing dash.
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I agree. I've had 3 Corvettes over the years, and they are nice cars but C8's are EVERYWHERE! (Chevy built ~200K examples since 2020). I drive the only LC 500 convertible in the area; however, I see on average 4-5 Corvette C8's on the road every day! I know it's really an 'apples vs. oranges comparison' but if you enjoy exclusivity, the LC 500 is the best choice.
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Was at the Dealership yesterday picking up our LX and they had this Bespoke model in the showroom. Thought the rims were fantastic compared to mine. Was asked if I wanted to trade my LC for it but I still prefer the older dash style.
https://www.lexusoflakeside.com/auto...-mi/106379722/
https://www.lexusoflakeside.com/auto...-mi/106379722/
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^wheels and other exterior things (even the color of the convertible top) you can easily change. The dash layout is a much more vital decision.
In 10 or 20 years time when all the infotainment is outdated (regardless if you got a tablet or not), what will be more important? The uniform design with the artistic glass panel or a tacked-on afterthought of a tablet. If you plan on keeping this car for many many years, id say factor that asethetic choice into your decision.
In 10 or 20 years time when all the infotainment is outdated (regardless if you got a tablet or not), what will be more important? The uniform design with the artistic glass panel or a tacked-on afterthought of a tablet. If you plan on keeping this car for many many years, id say factor that asethetic choice into your decision.
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^wheels and other exterior things (even the color of the convertible top) you can easily change. The dash layout is a much more vital decision.
In 10 or 20 years time when all the infotainment is outdated (regardless if you got a tablet or not), what will be more important? The uniform design with the artistic glass panel or a tacked-on afterthought of a tablet. If you plan on keeping this car for many many years, id say factor that asethetic choice into your decision.
In 10 or 20 years time when all the infotainment is outdated (regardless if you got a tablet or not), what will be more important? The uniform design with the artistic glass panel or a tacked-on afterthought of a tablet. If you plan on keeping this car for many many years, id say factor that asethetic choice into your decision.
And revised and lighter suspension. . . And increased underbody bracing on the vert. . . And revised 10-speed transmission. . . And wired and wireless apple/android car play built. . .
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Hey all, considering trading my 2018 Z06/Z07 car for an LC Convertible. I know they are quite different cars, but I feel like I'd drive the LC more often than I do this Z. Granted, it only has 1400mi. Plus, I already have a '24 Z06 in the garage for the other toy.
Anyone have both? Pros and cons to the LC vs the Z? Any regrets if you went from one to the other?
Anyone have both? Pros and cons to the LC vs the Z? Any regrets if you went from one to the other?
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