Auto loans: 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 12.1 to 14.2 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 12.1 to 14.2 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
2012 Chevrolet Corvette specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 6.2L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder | 7.0L 8-cylinder | 6.2L 8-cylinder supercharged |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 14.5 L/100 km | 15.9 L/100 km | 15.9 L/100 km | 16.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.3 L/100 km | 9.6 L/100 km | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 12.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.2 L/100 km | 14.2 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 291 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km | 325 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.76 | $20.31 | $23.10 | $24.85 |
2012 Chevrolet Corvette: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 6.2 L | 6.2 L | 7.0 L | 6.2 L |
| Cylinders | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 16 | 15 | 15 | 14 |
| MPG highway (US) | 25 | 24 | 24 | 21 |
| MPG combined (US) | 19 | 18 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 23 | 22 | 22 | 20 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,550 | US$3,700 | US$4,550 | US$4,850 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,752 | $4,062 | $4,620 | $4,970 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 56 complaints with NHTSA, most often about fuel/propulsion system (28), air bags (10) and electrical system (6). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11V491000 | 2011-10-03 | structure:body:hatchback/liftgate:hinge and attachments | GENERAL MOTORS (GM) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 CHEVROLET CORVETTE COUPE VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 24, 2011, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 1, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NUMBER 206, "DOOR LOCKS AND DOOR RETENTION COMPONENTS". THE REAR HATCH... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2012 Chevrolet Corvette for buyers
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. For anyone shopping for the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette, here are the facts that matter.
Recalls and complaints
A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. There are 1 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.
Reading the spec sheet
The 6.2L 8-cylinder with rear-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 12.1 L/100 km combined, so budget about 36 litres for 300 km. That works out to about $18.76 per 100 km at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Practical details
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent the Corvette for a week, or up to 365 days, before you commit to buying one. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide.
Money matters
The EPA estimates US$3,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.76 in fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $187.60 at our price setting.
Choosing the right one
Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. Within the 2012 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which.
Make a request
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette from us first.
Ask us about the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Does CarmaCars sell the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2012 Chevrolet Corvette before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2012 Chevrolet Corvette cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3752.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.