As the female owner of a 2002 C5, I'm wondering why the model in the bikini on your latest cover, December 2006.  It had the opposite effect for me  than was intended, and in 2006, it's a bit of a set-back to former times.  If you're going to use bikini models (and I have a perfect bikini figure and wear bikinis frequently in season) in the future, I'll drop my subscription to the magazine.  At first, I thought about asking for equal time and having a hunky male standing next to the car.  But Corvettes don't need a model at all.  Corvettes definitely speak for themselves.  I love my car because it is what it is, no need for anything in the picture with it.  

As a male owner of a 91 vert, I'm wondering why you took such offense to another bikini clad hot women on the cover of another car magazine? The answer that comes to mind for your first question is "Increase Sales Volume" ie Profit Margin. I assumed you understood that based on your follow on statement, "If you're going to use bikini models (and I have a perfect bikini figure and wear bikinis frequently in season) in the future, I'll drop my subscription to the magazine" As for your thought of equal time, jump into your bikini and stand next to your C5 and have a friend snap some shots and send them to the editors. Your right about Corvettes not needing anything else in the picture ... but if the editors throw in something extra, well its just that extra. Afterall your money is as good as anyones for a subscription, right! So if you do decide to opt out for your subscription, please post your decision here so I can buy another to offset your displeasure of looking at some fine corvettes.  

Ann from Fox Island, chill!
What is wrong with a babe and a car in a photo of a Corvette?
I REALLY hate to see subscribers threatening good magazines over trivial issues.
I've been a subscriber to this magazine since it's inception. A Corvette owner since the early 1970's. I'll mor probably than not be here long after you've sold your Vette and left the scene.
And do not think I am some beer swilling overweight couch potato...
I hear Martha Stewart Living calling you honey...get a life.