Was that a standard or Z06? I keep thinking of getting into a newer Vette but I really like the Maserati too. Problem with the Maserati is that's it's another high maintenance car that seems to need a clutch every 3rd oil change...seriously, 18K miles appears to be the average and that's with the computer operating the clutching for you. Real manual trans is no better.
Vette is dime-a-dozen but also bullet proof with an endless aftermarket. I also see the C6s are dirt cheap now that the C7 is out. Mainly torn between the C5 which I think is much nicer looking than the C6 but the C6 has more power and technology.
Glad you enjoyed your test ride and good thing the battery didn't fail while you were in it!
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/texas-man-72-dies-trapped-corvette-dream-car-article-1.2253934
If only GM would have put in large secondary release levers with door symbols on them or big noticeable levers to pop off the removable roof!