Above Average Reliability

2016 Chevrolet Corvette Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

7th Generation C7 Stingray · 6.2L V8 LT1 (455hp) / 6.2L V8 Z06 (650hp supercharged) · $40,000 - $78,000

Known Issues — 2016 Chevrolet Corvette

CRITICAL

Z06 overheating on track — cooling system limitation

MODERATE

Magnetic Ride Control shock failures

MODERATE

Manual transmission synchronizer wear

MINOR

Rear glass hatch rattle

MINOR

Paint quality issues on some color options

What to Inspect

  • Check Z06 thermal management
  • Test MRC suspension
  • Check manual clutch and sync
  • Inspect rear hatch seal
  • Check for track wear

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil changeevery 5,000 miles$80-$130
Magnetic Ride Control fluidevery 50,000 miles$200-$400
Brake pads (front)every 15,000-30,000 miles$200-$500
Spark plugsevery 100,000 miles$150-$250
Transmission fluid (manual)every 30,000 miles$100-$180
Coolant flushevery 50,000 miles$100-$180

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