We all know I <3 ZR1's but enough to trade a Veyron...Heck No!
02-24-10, 06:01 AM
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We all know I <3 ZR1's but enough to trade a Veyron...Heck No!
http://jalopnik.com/5478280/man-trad...esnt-look-back
Sorry but I'd rather keep the Veyron unless I couldn't afford its upkeep but then again it seems like this guy could afford it.
Originally Posted by Jalopnik
A Texas Chevy dealer just accepted the trade-in of a red-on-black $1.6 million Bugatti Veyron for a $100,000 Corvette ZR1. We knew the fiercest of all 'Vettes was a world-beater, but this is ridiculous! Exclusive photos, details below. UPDATE!
All American Chevrolet of Midland, Texas just made the mother-of-all-trades when it accepted a Euro-bombing 2008 Bugatti Veyron with just 20,307 miles for an unabashedly American Corvette ZR1 and some cash. Since a new Veyron lists for about $1.6 million and a used one still costs in the range of $1.4 to $3.6 million depending on condition, trim, and rarity, the dealership told us they wouldn't accept the trade-in until they lined up a buyer, which they did. A new Corvette ZR1, by comparison, starts at around $107,000.
And while the Corvette ZR1 only does 0-to-60 MPH in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 205 MPH, compared to a 253 MPH top speed and 2.4-second 0-to-60 time, it doesn't cost more to run the ZR1 than to operate a private jet. Chalk that up in the win column because it certainly does with the Bugatti. Also, the Bugatti doesn't have the righteousness of an American-built supercar.
UPDATE: The Bugatti traded in belonged to Carlton Beal, Jr., who runs a petroleum company in Midland Texas. He's previously owned a Lamborghini Diablo and McLaren F1 but, despite this, a friend of his describes him as an "amazing down-to-earth person." We'd imagine if you've sampled a Veyron, Diablo and F1 you'd be interested in also trying an American-made car that can compete with them.
All American Chevrolet of Midland, Texas just made the mother-of-all-trades when it accepted a Euro-bombing 2008 Bugatti Veyron with just 20,307 miles for an unabashedly American Corvette ZR1 and some cash. Since a new Veyron lists for about $1.6 million and a used one still costs in the range of $1.4 to $3.6 million depending on condition, trim, and rarity, the dealership told us they wouldn't accept the trade-in until they lined up a buyer, which they did. A new Corvette ZR1, by comparison, starts at around $107,000.
And while the Corvette ZR1 only does 0-to-60 MPH in 3.3 seconds with a top speed of 205 MPH, compared to a 253 MPH top speed and 2.4-second 0-to-60 time, it doesn't cost more to run the ZR1 than to operate a private jet. Chalk that up in the win column because it certainly does with the Bugatti. Also, the Bugatti doesn't have the righteousness of an American-built supercar.
UPDATE: The Bugatti traded in belonged to Carlton Beal, Jr., who runs a petroleum company in Midland Texas. He's previously owned a Lamborghini Diablo and McLaren F1 but, despite this, a friend of his describes him as an "amazing down-to-earth person." We'd imagine if you've sampled a Veyron, Diablo and F1 you'd be interested in also trying an American-made car that can compete with them.
Sorry but I'd rather keep the Veyron unless I couldn't afford its upkeep but then again it seems like this guy could afford it.
02-24-10, 06:23 AM
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Wow - 20k miles on a Veyron? I admire that! 
If this guy could afford the Veyron in the first place, you'd think he's just keep it and get the ZR1 anyway. I can see how the ZR1 is a much more usable car in everyday driving. But to trade it at a dealership??? What the heck was the guy smoking????
If this guy could afford the Veyron in the first place, you'd think he's just keep it and get the ZR1 anyway. I can see how the ZR1 is a much more usable car in everyday driving. But to trade it at a dealership??? What the heck was the guy smoking????
02-24-10, 08:33 AM
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Wow - 20k miles on a Veyron? I admire that!
If this guy could afford the Veyron in the first place, you'd think he's just keep it and get the ZR1 anyway. I can see how the ZR1 is a much more usable car in everyday driving. But to trade it at a dealership??? What the heck was the guy smoking????
If this guy could afford the Veyron in the first place, you'd think he's just keep it and get the ZR1 anyway. I can see how the ZR1 is a much more usable car in everyday driving. But to trade it at a dealership??? What the heck was the guy smoking????
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02-24-10, 10:28 AM
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Nice to see he drove the damn thing though! I'm not so sure how much more usable the ZR1 but whatever, as long as the dude is happy I guess...? I'm surprised a dealer took it as a trade though, I would think a dealer would want to stay away from such a car.
02-24-10, 02:43 PM
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02-24-10, 03:33 PM
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I'm one of the folks who is not that crazy about the Veyron. I'm into looks and the Veyron is no beauty.
The Vette is not a superstar but it looks cool and has enough bang to satisfy most any enthusiast driver. The ZR1 also has a better interior than the regular Vettes.
If I had tons of money and got tired of my supercar I'd do it....and wouldn't care if people thought I was crazy. The guy traded his Veyron in for a powerful car and some cash in his pocket. I can't hate on him for that.
The Vette is not a superstar but it looks cool and has enough bang to satisfy most any enthusiast driver. The ZR1 also has a better interior than the regular Vettes.
If I had tons of money and got tired of my supercar I'd do it....and wouldn't care if people thought I was crazy. The guy traded his Veyron in for a powerful car and some cash in his pocket. I can't hate on him for that.
02-24-10, 06:40 PM
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