"What are the common problems with the 2014 Corvette Stingray's 7-speed manual transmission?"

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Great question! Based on my research of owner forums and technical information, here are the most common problems with the 2014 Corvette Stingray's 7-speed manual transmission (Tremec TR-6070):

**1. Skip Shift (CAGS) Issues**: The Computer Aided Gear Selector system that forces 1st to 4th gear shifts under light throttle can cause problems. The skip shift solenoid can fail or stick, causing the system to engage when it should not or fail to engage when it should.

**2. Reverse Lockout Problems**: Some owners report difficulty engaging reverse gear, especially when the transmission is cold. The reverse lockout solenoid can malfunction.

**3. Inconsistent Shift Feel**: Many owners report that the transmission has inconsistent shift quality - sometimes shifting smoothly like bolt action and other times feeling notchy or difficult to engage.

**4. Gear Position Sensor Failures**: The Gear Absolute Position (GAP) sensor can fail, causing issues with gear engagement and potentially triggering check engine lights.

**5. Centering Spring Issues**: The shifter centering spring mechanism can cause inconsistent feel and make it difficult to find the right gear gates.

The good news is that most of these issues are relatively minor and can be addressed. Many owners find that the transmission shifts best when handled gently, using fingertips for even gears and heel of hand for odd gears. The skip shift function can be disabled with an eliminator kit if it becomes problematic.

By the way, the specific car we are looking at here is actually an automatic, but these manual transmission insights should be helpful if you are considering a manual version or already own one. Would you like me to help you find some manual transmission C7 Corvettes for sale, or do you have any other questions about these cars?

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