Common questions

Are there any problems with my 2005 Corvette?

Are there any problems with my 2005 Corvette?

I do not use the nav that came with the car. My 2005 had the battery replaced under warranty, I replaced the EVAP solenoid this season. The dreaded “Service Traction Control System” light just started, even after the recall was done (it was done about 2 or 3 years ago).

Are there any problems with the C6 Corvette?

Having the shift lever lock up when starting is a very common problem with the C6 2005 and 2006 models. I know people who have spent $800 having the shift unit replaced just to have the same problem. However, that is not necessary because the problem is easily solved.

What should I do if my C6 engine wont start?

Put your foot on the brake and you will hear the shift lock disengage. Shift to Neutral and start the engine. Then you can shift to any gear and proceed. (If you shift into Park, it will re-engage.) I bought my Z06 2007 that the previous owner had replaced the muffler system with a Corsa system.

What kind of exhaust does a corvette have?

Picked the car up the Monday before Corvettes at Carlisle (2010), and new Corsa Sport exhaust installed that Friday. Same as I had on my 2007. Everybody that hears it comments on how good it sounds. Not the loudest of them all, but absolutely zero drone at all RPM and an awesome sound, including the burble when letting off.

I do not use the nav that came with the car. My 2005 had the battery replaced under warranty, I replaced the EVAP solenoid this season. The dreaded “Service Traction Control System” light just started, even after the recall was done (it was done about 2 or 3 years ago).

Having the shift lever lock up when starting is a very common problem with the C6 2005 and 2006 models. I know people who have spent $800 having the shift unit replaced just to have the same problem. However, that is not necessary because the problem is easily solved.

Put your foot on the brake and you will hear the shift lock disengage. Shift to Neutral and start the engine. Then you can shift to any gear and proceed. (If you shift into Park, it will re-engage.) I bought my Z06 2007 that the previous owner had replaced the muffler system with a Corsa system.

Picked the car up the Monday before Corvettes at Carlisle (2010), and new Corsa Sport exhaust installed that Friday. Same as I had on my 2007. Everybody that hears it comments on how good it sounds. Not the loudest of them all, but absolutely zero drone at all RPM and an awesome sound, including the burble when letting off.

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Ruth Doyle