Okay, should I import a C7 Corvette Z06?

[DC GT3]

Well as the title says I'm considering importing a 2015/16 C7 Corvette Z06.

I know the exchange rate is awful and it won't have a warranty but I've got a real hankering for one.

So let's talk some figures...

Car: £49,500 ($65,000)
Duty: £3,869
VAT: £8,512
RORO Shipping: £1,200
UK Mods, IVA, MoT & Reg: £1,200.
Total: £64,281.

Unless I've missed something, let's say £65k landed and ready to drive?

That sounds too good to be true. £65k for a fairly new 650bhp weapon?

They seem to be prone to overheating so that's something I'll need to do some research on.

So, other than the above have I missed something, are there any known pitfalls of the Z06 and am I mad?

Any opinions, pointers and guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Edited by DC GT3 on Friday 10th November 13:14

[DC GT3]

Well, this 2015 is up for nearly £90,000....

https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

The car I've seen for £49,500 is a year newer and has similar spec and mileage.

[DC GT3]

And here's another very similar £49.5k one to the £90k UK one...

https://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/used-cars/...

[DC GT3]

Saleen836 said:

Not really, you can buy one already landed and on the road here for less...
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...

Yes, you can buy a standard C7 for less. I could probably buy a Focus LX diesel for less too. Find me a Z06 for less....

[DC GT3]

However, the overheating issues I've been reading about are putting me right off. Especially as a yank import won't have any valid warranty as I understand it.

Maybe a Camaro Z28 then?