I'd buy a C2 if I could get a really good deal on it (...and I had money).
I'll be devil's advocate here and remind you than a C5 or C6 with 20k is probably going to feel like a 'normal' car with 100k. As far as body and interior are concerned, at least.
I'm sure the engine and driveline would be solid, though, assuming someone hasn't been neutral dropping or clutch side-stepping its whole life. Not sure about the chassis/suspension...when do guys normally have to start doing under-car work on those? I haven't ridden in many (come to think...any?) C5's, but the VERY solid nature of the C6 would make me say that I doubt suspension parts are going to wear very quickly. Your ass takes the abuse, rather than suspension bushings and such.
For <30k for a late C5 or early C6, it's a good toy. And probably fairly cheap to maintain, other than tires.
If you go cruisin' for ladies, avoid road head unless you want it bitten off. :awe:
I'm no fan of the C5 coupe bodystyle - for the same price you can get a C6 which looks better and performs almost as well.
Nice about Vettes is they are comfortable, roomy, and plenty of cargo space with the big hatch.
Sign me up for a C6 Velocity Yellow with magentic ride -
I'd buy a C2 if I could get a really good deal on it (...and I had money).
I'll be devil's advocate here and remind you than a C5 or C6 with 20k is probably going to feel like a 'normal' car with 100k. As far as body and interior are concerned, at least.
I'm sure the engine and driveline would be solid, though, assuming someone hasn't been neutral dropping or clutch side-stepping its whole life. Not sure about the chassis/suspension...when do guys normally have to start doing under-car work on those? I haven't ridden in many (come to think...any?) C5's, but the VERY solid nature of the C6 would make me say that I doubt suspension parts are going to wear very quickly. Your ass takes the abuse, rather than suspension bushings and such.
For <30k for a late C5 or early C6, it's a good toy. And probably fairly cheap to maintain, other than tires.
If you go cruisin' for ladies, avoid road head unless you want it bitten off. :awe:
It's not 'wear out,' as in seat covers coming apart or something. It's the rattly mess the car quickly turns into. I'm sure to some, I'm 'just hatin,' so to speak. But I'm just willing to acknowledge the bad along with the good.
Ugh, for one second, quit being fanboys and trying to pick apart any negative comment made about your precious Corvettes. I praised every damn thing except 'ride quality' (which usually has the stated upside of a durable suspension) and the build quality of the non-critical components. As in, stuff that's not the chassis and drivetrain.
If you've ridden in a Corvette with a few miles on it, and didn't notice the whole 'it sounds like things are gonna start falling off' phenomena every time you hit a bump, you're in denial. I'll bow out now, so you can all continue circle-jerking.
Ugh, for one second, quit being fanboys and trying to pick apart any negative comment made about your precious Corvettes. I praised every damn thing except 'ride quality' (which usually has the stated upside of a durable suspension) and the build quality of the non-critical components. As in, stuff that's not the chassis and drivetrain.
If you've ridden in a Corvette with a few miles on it, and didn't notice the whole 'it sounds like things are gonna start falling off' phenomena every time you hit a bump, you're in denial. I'll bow out now, so you can all continue circle-jerking.
I think it's everyone trying to dump their current one in favor of preparing for the C7. Once they start to hit the showroom floor, you'll see more aggressive pricing.
Is the base C6 better performer than a C5 Z06 (wouldn't care about the quality of interior)? I imagine any either would be a autox/track toy for me. Haven't researched Corvettes extensively, but they seem to be in the same price range of what I'd be looking at in a couple years.
I agree, but everyone has their price point.Back in 2004, you could have bought brand new C5 Z06 for $38k. I think some sold as low as $36k. Dealers were desperate to move C5 after the introduction of 2005 C6. It's why I would never pay $25K for C5 Z06. Only $13k depreciation? You have to really love C5 to take it over C6. $25k is easy C6 money. I turned down 40k miles C5 Z06 for $18k 4 years back.
I'd go for a first gen CTS-V instead, but only because I like having four doors.
I agree, but everyone has their price point.
Me too. I was thinking vette myself but I think i'd really be happier with a CTSv.
So what would cause a Vette to become a rattly mess 5x faster than any other car?
C5 Z06 is only a hair faster to 60. 3.9 seconds Vs 4.2 because of the gearing.
M12 six speed on a Z06 is geared to 171 top speed while the six in the base C6 is geared to 190. Funny thing is if you autocross the C6 Z51 handling package is harder to run and hops like a MF.
Really no need to buy a Z06 C5 over a base C6 and the prices have started to show it.
oh and the removeable top is win on the c6 as well
For an everyday car I would agree with you guys. From an autoX perspective I would still get the base C6. For a hooligan car I would probably pick the CTSV as well . I would probably have one by now but my wife LOVES the infinity so were keeping that for a bit longer.