C7 Corvette ZR1s Command High Prices

18-02-2025

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Even though the C7 Corvette ZR1s came out for the 2019 model year, with the C8 ZR1 about to launch the older cars are still commanding high prices. That might be surprising considering they're old news and conventional wisdom states the previous generation of a vehicle diminishes in value when the next one debuts, but ZR1s are anything but typical.Just a quick search on Facebook Marketplace pulls up for us quite a few healthily priced 2019 Corvette ZR1 listings. One out of Carefree, Arizona has just 16,000 miles and is listed for $149,900. Another in Phoenix with 12,000 miles has a price at $168,000.
It's more of the same on eBay, with one sitting just below 17,000 miles listed at $129,900. A convertible 3ZR with the ZTK Track Package and just over 5,000 miles sits at $179,800.
Where you find the really cherry C7 ZR1 cars is on Bring A Trailer. One auctioned off on January 9 for $270,000. It had just 821 miles on the clock, plus was a 3ZR with the ZTK option. But that's no a fluke, with a convertible 3ZR with the ZTK package and 2,700 miles selling on February 13 for $252,000. That's some serious cash.
Keep in mind MSRP for the 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Coupe was $122,095. Yes, some dealers charged a premium for what's arguably a front-engined supercar, but it's amazing to see where prices are now.
Even after all these years and with a new ZR1 coming out, the C7s have held their value remarkably well. That's likely thanks in part to the range-topping version of America's sports car being produced for a single model year, with total units capped at a mere 2,953. After all, scarcity breeds value.
That's almost half the number of C6 ZR1s and well under half of the C5 ZR1s made.
Image via Gary C. Hekcler/Facebook Marketplace
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Georgia Trooper Smacks Down A Street Takeover Lexus

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3 days ago

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Georgia Trooper Smacks Down A Street Takeover Lexus

Read the full story on The Auto Wire Watching cops chase down street takeover suspects is always so satisfying, like this Georgia trooper taking down a fleeing Lexus IS 300. After all, these guys shut down busy intersections like they own the city, snarl up traffic while doing all kinds of damage, all so their buddies can record videos for TikTok and Instagram. Read our guide to the best automotive photography accessories you can you get on Amazon here. When the trooper first happens upon the takeover in Atlanta, he encounters pedestrians standing in the intersection, as well as the Lexus ripping a smokey donut. Those people on foot smartly jump out of the way. But as the trooper starts chasing the fleeing IS 300, one pedestrian makes like he's going to jump in front of the patrol car. We can imagine he was trying to help out his buddy, but the guy apparently doesn't know that could come with serious criminal charges, not to mention he might get run over. Needless to say, even as far as takeover crowds come, these kids aren't the brightest crayons in the box. That's evident as the driver thinks his little Lexus can outrun a Dodge Charger with a Hemi. Then again, the street takeover crowd tries to act like car enthusiasts, but we've found they know little about cars. If they did and valued them, they wouldn't be trashing their rides for cheap thrills. Maybe this guy thought his experience doing tricks in intersections would make him a better driver than a member of Georgia State Patrol. But the trooper keeps up no problem. In fact, we're pretty sure he doesn't have to push his cruiser all that hard. But it's apparent the suspect is planting his foot down in the little Lexus while his hazard lights are flashing. Finally, after trying to use the might of all six cylinders of his car, he finally realizes that's not going to cut the mustard. That's when the guy starts making quick turns, but he still can't outhandle the trooper who PITs the IS out. As the suspect drives out of that, another trooper comes along and PITs the Lexus again. Surrounded by at least three troopers, the kid and his passenger give up. Hopefully they both realized street takeovers are a dumb idea. Image via State Boyzzz/YouTube Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.

‘Always [Do] Your Diligence:' Facebook Marketplace Customer Buys Car in Walmart Parking Lot. Then His Mechanic Checks the Carfax

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28-06-2025

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‘Always [Do] Your Diligence:' Facebook Marketplace Customer Buys Car in Walmart Parking Lot. Then His Mechanic Checks the Carfax

A man documenting the start of his own auto dealership posted a viral TikTok showing the pitfalls of Facebook Marketplace car purchases. Anthony (@anthonyv299) begins his video with a recording of an auto shop. Inside the garage is a Toyota Sequoia hoisted high above a group of auto techs. They saunter around the vehicle as the TikToker issues a warning to his viewers. Emphatically, he highlights the car as a prime example of why folks should steer clear of Facebook Marketplace . 'This is why you never buy a car [on] marketplace at a Walmart parking lot at 8 o'clock at night,' he says. Next, he continues with his story. 'My mechanic sent me this video of a customer of his that came to the shop,' he says. At this point in the clip, the cameraman begins to inspect the Sequoia's underbelly. On the right side of the car's front axle, a broken component can be seen jiggling in place. Immediately, it appears that something is off, which Anthony confirms is the case. Unfortunately, the damage to the vehicle isn't a cheap fix, either. 'He was told that the car had suspension issues. Well, it's not [the] suspension; it's the rack and pinion. So that's a huge [expletive] expense,' he says. High Mileage However, that wasn't the only problem with the car, either. According to Anthony, the Sequoia was also much worse for wear than its odometer reading indicated. He says, 'And now, the car on the odometer reads 170,000 miles, but he didn't run the Carfax, and guess what? The Carfax says 300,000 miles. So, they definitely rolled back those miles.' The person recording the video pans down to a phone screen. Indeed, the Carfax reads that this particular vehicle has accrued 297,987 miles of road travel. 'And that's not even the worst part,' Anthony says. 'The car drives like [expletive], and looks like there's a problem with the ABS module. They put the scanner and the codes come up on the scanner, but not on the dash.' Following this, the person recording the clip shows the disassembled dash component. A finger can be seen hovering over the section that indicates oil levels and warning lights for service issues. Then, the finger lifts up this panel to reveal small pieces of black tape. They've been strategically affixed to the warning lights, effectively blocking them out. At first glance, one would assume that there isn't anything wrong with the car. 'They put … tape all over the lights so that the buyer wouldn't know,' Anthony says. Facebook Marketplace Woes Anthony highlighted this incident as the type of worst-case scenario that can occur with private sales. He urges folks to spend some more money when buying a vehicle by visiting a dealership with a good reputation. He says, 'And these people just screwed him over and now the customer's screwed. He can't do anything about it. You know why? Because he has no information from the seller. This is why you spend a little bit more money and you buy from a reputable dealership, all right? You pay a little bit more, but you get a better car.' Used Car Sales: Private vs. Dealership There are pros and cons to purchasing a car from an individual seller vs a dealership. However, according to AutoTrader , there are identical precautions buyers should consider with each process. For instance, thoroughly assessing a vehicle's history on the road and in the shop. Utilizing a service like Carfax, which scans every car's individual VIN, can help. Accidents, especially ones that cause significant damage to a car, are likely to be reported. If the Carfax displays that a car's been in a fender bender, the buyer can inspect this particular area of the vehicle. Furthermore, Carfaxes include the number of owners a car has had in addition to its maintenance records. If a car has been passed around like a hot potato, this could mean that numerous drivers were unhappy with it. Additionally, as Anthony showed in his video, the Carfax will give an accurate reading of the car's odometer, which can tell you if its total mileage has been scaled back. Autotrader also states that securing a loan for a private purchase may be more difficult than acquiring one at a dealership. This is because financiers see purchases via a certified business like dealerships as a safer enterprise than going with a private seller. Moreover, should anything go wrong with the vehicle, a dealer has more to lose than, let's say, the guy in a Walmart parking lot. And, as AutoTrader puts it, owner-to-owner sales often don't come with any 'consumer protections.' Pre-Inspection on Private Sales However, buying privately could ultimately net you a better price. But when buying anything, the age-old adage applies: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. This is where vehicle pre-purchase inspections (PPIs) come in handy. J.D. Power and Associates states that auto techs usually charge anywhere from $100 to $200 to inspect a vehicle. Buyers looking for a car can locate a mechanic who offers this service. Next, they can request that the seller meet them at a shop to inspect the vehicle. This way, the service tech can inform them of any issues to look out for, so they know what they're getting into prior to buying a ride from a private seller. And if the car turns out to be a dud, then it's much better to lose $200 than be on the hook for thousands in repairs. Finally, if you're buying a car privately, be sure to get everything in writing. Verbal agreements are very difficult to enforce or prove in a legal dispute. Used Cars on Facebook Marketplace There's no shortage of horror stories from buyers who've shelled out their hard-earned cash to private sellers. One Redditor shared their own experience on the site's r/AskLawyers sub . They bought the vehicle for $5,500 and thought everything seemed fine after a test drive. However, upon cruising around in the vehicle for a few weeks, they noticed that it became more and more difficult to start. Finally, the car just wouldn't turn on, forcing its new owner to coordinate efforts with co-workers to get it running. It did, but just long enough so he could get it to a shop. Unfortunately, the mechanic there informed him of some bad news. The ride's engine wasn't churning out a high enough PSI, necessitating an entirely new engine. They tried going the Lemon Law route, but were advised they'd have a better bet taking the seller to small claims court. Commenters who replied to the unlucky customer's Reddit upload informed them that Facebook Marketplace purchases are 'always buyer beware.' Another Private Sale Scam Another hapless buyer shared a similar situation on Avvo's legal forum. According to them, just two days into their '02 Chevy Blazer purchase, the car's head gasket began leaking. Furthermore, 'the engine locked up, and the suspension and steering [started] falling apart.' An attorney informed them that their claim for damages 'won't be easy.' That's because 'the law is very different from a car dealer sale.' Moreover, they explained that 'in most states the only obligation on the seller is to answer the buyer's questions honestly.' Additionally, the attorney stated the buyer would need some kind of written statement acknowledged by the seller pertaining to guarantees on the car's performance. Without that, proving fault in court could be a tall order. In any event, however, the legal rep recommended filing a claim sooner rather than later. Putting it off only benefits the seller, who could argue that any damage to the vehicle happened after the sale. Commenters Sound Off Folks who replied to Anthony's video had varying opinions. One person said that buying from a dealer isn't necessarily a safe bet, either. 'Dealerships scam you too,' they penned. Another TikTok user shared that scammers will often try and foist inoperable Toyotas on used car buyers. Presumably, this is due to the manufacturer's reputation for reliability . 'Scams are always in Toyotas, but buyer fault 100%' they wrote. However, there were some folks who said they've previously purchased cars in parking lots from private sellers, and their experiences were actually positive. 'Bought and sold cars in parking lots. No issues,' one wrote. And then there were those who said simple pre-inspection measures could've protected the buyer from purchasing a dud. Purchasing a car diagnostic scanning tool can save used car buyers from costly fixes, as can a Carfax VIN check. 'You can buy on marketplace but clearly bro didn't even use a scanner,' one person wrote. Motor1 has reached out to Anthony via TikTok comment for further information. 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27-06-2025

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Would You Boogie With This Chevy Van?

Read the full story on Backfire News Far from your average Chevy G10, this van has been customized to look like a shag-carpeted ride from back in the day. But the crazy interior touches were recently done, as was the innovative idea of putting the sliding door on struts so it lifts up dramatically, even if that's not practical for parking lot though we wouldn't stop to consider this thing, we also know some people will think they've died and gone to heaven. The blue shag carpet is… something. That's paired with red leather or vinyl that's tufted with buttons for even more of a throwback appearance. But wait, there's more, plenty more. For some reason, the rear cargo area has a sink and cabinet, then a partition with a single step that allows you to climb into what we assume is supposed to be a sleeping quarters of some sort. Yes, technically you could live in this thing with its natural exterior patina. Just expect as you drive through neighborhoods people will watch you suspiciously. Apparently, under the elevated section are storage drawers. There are plenty of LED lights throughout the interior, perfect for lighting things up as you're parked down by the river for the night. This boogie van will get moving with a 350ci V8 nestled between the front seats. The owner says it has a new Edelbrock Performer chrome intake manifold, plus new spark plugs. Power is channeled through a TH350 transmission. Plus, there are cool ankle-burning side pipes to give this van that extra pop, which will impress all your house guests for sure. Imagine yourself living out of this van, or maybe just using it for epic road trips. Maybe this is your dream ride? Check out this Chevy's listing here. Images via Jeff Ferguson/Facebook Marketplace