Used 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Consumer Reviews
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2infiniti, 04/22/2008
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
17 of 17 people found this review helpful
Commuting to and from work I get 21 MPG and 30+@ 75 MPH in 6th gear. This magnetic red car is a head turner. Cheaper than a Subaru WRX or a Mitsu Lancer and it doesnt look like a shopping cart! I put Michelin Pilot AS run-flats and the traction improved dramatically over the GY Eagles and noise dropped. For $25k this is a deal. Too bad when car mags do car comparisons they dont compare what was a $48k new Vette now worth $22-$25 to the new stuff you can buy! The Vette would win hands down. When I get rid of it, it will be for a 2008 used with 3LT auto and 436 hp. Until then I would rather have it than any other car. As a car connoisseur I highly recommend the C-5!
Wonderful Car
volt, 05/14/2008
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
There's no better bang for the buck. I had my C5 for two years and it lost $1000/year in depreciation. If Chevy made all their cars with the quality of this, they wouldn't be going broke. It is a sheer blast to drive, everything is precise. Steering is responsive, gas and brake are solid. The suspension is comfortable and handling is perfect. Plus, and I guess most importantly, is the fact that this car's design will never go out of style. She is sexy. On the otherhand, the car's not that practical because of the lack of room and the low clearance. Maintenance and repairs are pricey, but nothing like foreign cars. Tires are very expensive
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Windy Wendy is a blast!
gdemarco, 04/27/2013
updated 04/27/2016
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
23 of 27 people found this review helpful
Bought my 2001 basehatchback in April of 2013. I have put about 11k on the clock since then all trouble free and fun miles. I did change out the flawed factory turn signal/hazard switch and put on a new set of non run flat tires to quiet it down and smooth out the ride. Other than that, just oil changes and a lot of polish. This is very capable road car and runs like a sewing machine. Everything works as from the factory and it is a huge blast to drive. I can't seem to get the current year scroll to work on this site but it is now May 2016. On a trip this week the on board mpg was showing 31.3 mpg highway with an average 29.6.
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Supercar for Camry price
MJG, 02/28/2007
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
Waited 27 years to replace my 1964 roadster and found the perfect 2001 targa. 3rd owner, less than 14K miles and nearly totally stock. The car cost almost exactly what a new loaded Camry would have but can top 170 MPH and hit 60 in about 4.5 seconds. In addition it's rated an LEV and gets 32 MPG on the highway. The build quality is wonderful, the Bose sound system spectacular and the power is almost unlimited anywhere in the power band. Aftermarket cat-back exhaust has torque nearing 400 lbs. ft. and the car goes from quiet commuter to F22 Raptor in a heartbeat. No supercar for less than $100K could come close to matching "Gracie" - 6 years old and just getting broken in. What a deal!
It's a trade-off
Allie, 07/14/2006
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I am the 2nd owner of this car. I got it for 32,000 in 2003 with 6,000 miles on it. First, there was a factory recall. Defect in the steering column. Possibility of steering wheel locking up at any given moment. Thank God I wasn't driving when it locked up. The tow & repair was free, the headache was too! Then the ignition got stuck and the key wouldn't turn. Replaced the ignition as well as the flashers which were also not working properly.
Third Best By Far
Glen Teason, 11/17/2006
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I ordered a 2001 Corvette in August 2000. I wanted to make sure I would get exactly what I wanted so found a dealer who had several on order matching my needs. This is my third Corvette. First was a new 63 340 HP 4 sp. Black Convert. Loved it but QC not the best. next a new 80 bought new. This 2001 is the best by a long shot. Ultra reliable. Great gas mileage at10 city, 27 road. Great performance. Idles like a tame family sedan and has all the scoot I would want in a daily driver. I've kept it totally stock. Most problems include headlight gears that wore out to often. I remedied this by swithching off the automatic headlight activation and manually turning on the lights. Love this car.
$50,000 lemon
johnf13, 05/21/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
It is the worst car I have ever owned as far as quality. At 3500 miles the oil pump went, and at 7200 miles the car caught fire while I was driving it due to a defective fuel line. After rebuilding the car, several problems with the engine and AC. Lost AC, brakes and developed significant new oil leak all within 48 hours. GM refused to acknolwdege problems, and has invited me to pursue lemon law claim. Out of 12 months I had car, 9 in the shop. Would not recommend car to anyone.(Have had 2 Corvettes in the past) Notiified NHTSA re: fire and sudden brake failure, believed to be related to boost.
2001 Coupe bad C.S. problems
Randal, 03/13/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I bought this car new and have had massive oil burn problems..1 qt every 1000 miles, Chevrolet cust. service is the worst in the industry they DO NOT CARE... They would not fix and do not want to replace the car. It has had the clutch assm. and shifter replaced,vibrated badly
Major Engine Defect in 2001 Corvettes
Charles Patrick, 03/18/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
All 2001 Corvettes were manufactured with defective piston rings that cause the engines to use excessive amounts of oil-1 quart per 1,000 miles or less in most cases. Avoid purchase of these vehicles.
Plastic pack Horse
Floyd C Bedbury, 04/03/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Fun to drive Good handeling-- Most car for the buck. So much better than the old Vett's
What a blast!
2002, 06/22/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Since I've wanted a corvette since I was young, you can imagine the standards this car had to uphold. Boy does it ever. Even with the automatic (this was a decision based upon my wife), this car is a blast to drive. So, far I've taken it from San Fran to Scottsdale, AZ twice and each time have been extremely comfortable, gas mileage averaged 29 (with avg. speed of nearly 80). My only complaint...the small cup holder. Otherwise, this was a great choice for the money!
Time for another!!
gpalma, 12/31/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I'd never considered buying a Corvette until this one. Everything I'd heard about them was negative. However, after having this vehicle for two full seasons I must state that it is THE best vehicle that I've ever owned. Not the slightest problem whatsoever and the quality is impecable! I cannot wait to get a convertible for 2003 and my only hope is that it will be as good as my 2001 is.
Best Vette I have owned
Vettesight, 02/01/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I purchaced this car new in October 2000 after waiting 5 months for the order to arrive. I have driven it a total of 17,000 miles which included 2 2,500 mile trips the first year of ownership. I have had no warrantee issues. It has been the most reliable car of any type I have owned. I can't wait until spring when I take it out of winter storage.
Best car I have ever owned.
My1Rx, 01/10/2006
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Incredible performance, handling, appearance and bang for your buck. Over 26000 miles and car is still like new. Saw my first 2006 Red ZO6 and almost fell over. May soon be upgrading to a C6 ZO6.
My First Corvette
LRJOE, 05/28/2004
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have wanted a Corvette since I was 20 and now that I am almost 60 I finally got my dream. THE BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED....!
Price vs performance
Ed Krohn, 04/01/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Best in class in value of a high performance production vehicle
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Cheryl Monroe, 07/19/2020
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Hi there everyone! I just bought a 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 7/16/2020 & I absolutely "LOVE" my Corvette!!! Now try not to hit any bumps & slow down over railroad tracks bcuz you will feel every single bump..but I dont care...always wanted a Corvette & now I own one!! PLEASE pinch me..lol My Corvette is royal blue & has brand new Corvette rims...it also has a removable top (t-top)... Eventually Im getting the car painted, the auto body man estimated $6,000-$7,000... I have nothing on my driving record & I called 40 some insurance companies before I found a great price for full coverage insurance at $122/a month.. Oh no now I have Corvette fever...lol I am eventually buying one more Corvette!!
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Using Oil
pes52, 12/18/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Bought the car with 3 miles on it, I ordered it Oct 2000 and took ownership in Jan 2001. I had the dealer to changed the oil and rearend fluid topped off and/or changed. The oil change was free and the rearend cost me about $100. I had 3200 miles on it. I never checked the from that point until I changed it myself at 7000 miles using Havoline syntheic formula 3. I put in the recommended 6.5 quarts. The low oil light came on at 8900 miles. I checked it and it was quart low.
John's best
snb2267, 04/14/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Had loud tappets, turned out that the problem was some type of vendor quality issue with rings. Dealer replaced rings, tappets etc and problem stopped.
America's Best is World Class
macshee98, 04/23/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This outstanding car never ceases to amaze me in terms of build quality, styling and performance. It has the qualities of both a luxury vehicle and a high-performance sports car. I've gotten over 26mpg on the highway. Excellent climate control and stereo. Excellent storage space for a two- seater. I've owned many cars, from Germany and Japan, and the US. This one's the best car I've ever had the pleasure to drive. Hat's off to the Corvette designers and engineers. Nothing else comes close, even at twice the price.
Pure Adreneline
RLicursi, 04/26/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best sports car value for pure "Go Fast" adreneline rush. Others can only hope to measure up.
Great Car!!
B1Mario, 02/03/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Best car I've ever owned. I've never had a problem, though I only drive it a couple times a week. Car is extremely fast and sport seats are comfortable to boot!! I have every option available and wouldn't trade it for anything. This car has the performance and ride quality second to none. Will definitely buy a new C6 when they arive!
Nothing beats a great sports car...
wadeblakey, 02/10/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
My 2001 Corvette is one of the best automobiles I have ever owned. It embodies great style, outstanding performance and superior efficiency and reliability. I don't believe there is a better sports are value. Handling and and pure acceleration and speed are the true underpinnings of this vehicle class and Corvette does it better than the rest. Absolutely no regrets in buying this car.
Value and torque
Bruce Rappoport, 06/11/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great Power and Handling.
Unbelievable automobile in every way
razal, 02/28/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I've had it for almost two years. Not many miles because I don't take it out in bad weather in the north, but this car is just beyond my wildest dreams. A real headturner. Can't wait to drive it. Have zero complaints. Would buy another in a second.
Awesome Car!!!!!
Stephen Talpins, 10/07/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Corvette is awesome. It's a beautiful car that performs incredibly well. You can't beat it (or even come close to it) without spending at least twice as much money. Kelley Chevrolet was a pleasure to deal with (no I don't work for them; they love the car also..........and it shows in how they treat Vette owners)
I'm In Love
Youngturk, 12/23/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I leased this car in Feb 01. Lease is up in Feb 04, and I'll probably buy it. I had an '87 Jaguar Series III and never thought I could love a car like that one. Corvette has proved me wrong. It is an absolute treasure!
ride me
tailfxstc, 01/11/2004
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
good looking ,could use more hp 400 would be nice. smokes tires very well, it should have a better sound system . all that said, i do like the car and its fun to drive.
2001 C5 Coupe
Bond-san, 08/17/2004
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The Corvette has been my dream car since my teen days. Now that I finally own one I know what the phrase "dream car" really means. It truly has been a dream to own. Fun and comfortable to drive. Great gas mileage. The seats are extremely comfortable I average around 28 MPG highway. A true dream car.
Awesome Rocket
boston0259, 01/24/2005
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Great car. What else can you say about this rocket sled? Awesome vehicle, superfast, the pick-up is simply unbelieveable. You can be at the front of any traffic line, and everybody can smell your rubber (if you so choose). But here's the thing - you know what it can do, and so do all the people around you, so why show off? Youthful exuberation maybe. You'll enjoy it.
Dream Car For Sports Car Lovers
DoomDriver, 05/06/2005
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Although I have had only one year of driving this car I can honestly say I grin ear to ear every time. With the top off, the glass roof or the matching coupe look, this car looks like its going 100 MPH standing still. It has easy access and egress even for the older folks. Twin power adjustable seats snuggle you into a comfy cockpit. Once you let out the clutch on this amazingly forgiving manual 6 speed the car purrs away just like a Honda or Toyota. The car is that easy to drive!. But step on the gas the car transforms into a jet on wheels. The active handling keeps you safe and straight but lets you fly. This car is AWESOME
Top Notch
Jim Lammers, 04/19/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Picked car up from Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, KY. Toured plant while there, learned a lot. Drove car back to Kansas City area. Owned 2 years now, 16000 miles, and it's been perfect. Daily driver for me. Gas and oil changes are all that I've had to do for maintenance so far - a perfect car. 350HP, 29 MPG (hwy), killer looks, - it's been a great experience!
Ya have to own one b 4 ya die
Peter Girolamo, 05/26/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I love my vette. the interior is a bit cheap looking but laid out nicely. A grat fun to drive vehicle.
Awesome!!!
slvrado03, 06/29/2003
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
There is no true sports car like the Chevrolet Corvette! It is truly one of a kind. The gas mileage is great for the size of engine, and the comfort is unbelievable for the size of car.
Will buy again...soon!
RedRider, 03/14/2002
2001 Chevrolet Corvette 2dr Coupe (5.7L 8cyl 4A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The only issue that I've had with my 01 Coupe was the lighter socket came loose due to my cell phone plug-in. Mechanically, the machine is bulletproof. Body integrity is 100%. Dependability is 100%. The ride, feel and stability is absolutely fantastic. Get this...my gas mileage on the auto trans will go into the 28's on the highway during trips!! I'm selling mine to buy a 2002. Was never impressed by Vette's until I bought this one. What a machine!