C6 Corvette Buyer's Guide: Which years are the best? (2005-2013)

Lyle reviews each year of the C6 Corvettes to try and help you find that sweet spot if you're in the market to buy a C6 Corvette (2005 - 2013)

[hornetsnest]

I remember when I bought my '05. I met the guy at an empty mall parking lot on the afternoon of Halloween. I can still see that LeMans blue with the 5 spoke chrome wheels shining so brilliantly in the bright autumn sunlight and thinking to myself "please God, don't let there be anything wrong with this beauty" as I drove up to it. I took it for a 20 minute test drive and it performed beautifully! We drove to my bank. I got a bank draft for the amount ($18.500), paid him and on the way driving it home I got a 'thumbs up' from Darth Vader and Supergirl standing outside of Starbucks. What's kind of cool though is, people that really don't know cars, often see it and think that it's brand new. Proof to me that its styling is timeless. Cheers to all the '05 owners!

[Aaa]

Its sad how youtubers have to spend a couple of minutes at the start of each video explaining themselves or apologizing in advance to people who might get offended over something they might say or not say in the video

[CoreDesire]

Started looking for my first Corvette a couple months ago. Your videos, especially this one, have provided me invaluable information. I just purchased a 2008 Yellow C6, thanks for your content.

[nwavy]

08 LS3 w/ the A6
Absolutely love it, got her for $23, 000
w/ 53, 000 miles

[craigorr]

Have a 2013 GS convertible and absolutely love the LS3 with the 6 speed, picked it up last summer with less than 12k miles on it.

[canoedoc]

Have owned a black 2005 Jaguar XKR coupe for 10 years, and just added a Crystal Red 2008 Corvette coupe. The XKR is a sophisticated and stunningly beautiful brunette with an English accent, a strapless black cocktail dress, pearl necklace, and high heels, while the Vette is an athletic, barefooted, strawberry blonde from the US heartland, wearing cut-off jeans, a wet T-shirt, and legs that go all the way up. I am in love with them both.

[billmagorian]

I really appreciate your informative and articulate presentations. So many car post people constantly repeat them selves resulting in a video that never gets to the point or takes twice as long as it should. Your videos are superb and really serve the car enthusiast audience.

[krshultz]

Your videos are super helpful to Corvette shoppers like me - I've learned a lot. Thanks so much for doing them!

[gregoryjamesaustin]

Thank you for researching the differences in years. Your recommendations will save a lot of headaches.

[lynnbourgeois]

Have a 2012 gs for a year now and truly love it . Great videos Lyle

[theCycleReport]

Spent the past year combing through your videos, and bought a 2010 grand sport 2mo ago and couldn't be happier. Thanks for providing such a great resource for shopping.

[groverchang]

You are awesome. I feel like I'm listening to a true expert and feel so much more confident in buying my Corvette. Thank you.

[shareksolutions]

Once again, spot on Lyle! I LOVE my 2011 C6 GS vert! Looks fantastic and reliable! You rock Lyle!

[davehoppie]

Thanks so much for answering my call, (since I couldn’t wait for this video) ... picking up a 2012 GS Centennial coupe ;)

[folag]

I bought a Z06 and still have it, some 20 years later. I admire its classy, understated styling and enjoy its very American character. However, the single transverse leaf spring suspension was a decisive factor that kept me from enjoying the car. . . till I replaced the suspension with KW coil-overs. It's now virtually a keeper. 😊

[harleygrit]

Great video! I'm a newbie in the world of Vettes, I purchased a 2012 Grand Sport on 5/11/22 with a 4LT trim package in Crystal Red Tintcoat with a tan convertible top. It had 20.633 miles when purchased, new tires/brakes..This will be a weekend driver...Love the color, performance, and features. Looks like I picked the right vehicle. Keep these informative videos coming!

[gator_]

So glad you affirmed my recent purchase a of a 2011 Velocity Yellow Grand Sport! Love your channel. Thanks

[matthewheston]

Thanks for this. You have saved us from a potential big mistake. Your presentation is informative and to the point no fluff i love it. Thank you again.

[boblee]

I appreciate the info. When you read blogs to try & make the best choice for what you can spend, it's whatever the poster owns. The next post contradicts the previous post. I decided to listen to the guy that deals with them everyday in the shop.Thanks Lyle!

[dsicher]

Thank you for all your great advice- I just recently purchased a 09 base with 10k miles on it - love it