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Old 06-27-2007, 07:42 AM
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Default C6 or C5 Z06

Not sure which one to buy. I would LOVE to get a C6 but they are still 40K+

How are they performance wise from each other (granted the c6 is a ls2).

Just not sure which one to get..
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A C5 Z06 is faster than a C6 even though it has the LS6 as oppose to the LS2. Think about it like this, buy a C5 and with the money that you save, you can put performance parts on the car. Five or six thousand in parts and you will be able to outrun even a new Z06!
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If you can afford it I personally would suggest getting C6!
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C5Z is way faster but the C6 has the better looking front end.
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I have a bone stock C5Z and a buddy of mine has a C6 with a tune and fast intake. He outtrapped me by 1Mph so, I would think that the C5Z is a hair faster (I think the C5Z is a little lighter). For the save in cost, Id go with the C5Z tho if both were the same price, it be hard not to move to the C6. I think your looking at at least 10k in difference of price on avg.
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I have 2005 Z51 C6 and i beat 2002 z06 with vortex rammer by half a car, and I also ran 2004 z06 with halltech intake and catback beat him by same. But them again my C6 beats other C6's Heres one with intake, X-pipe and Corsas = http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJJxp1weLzQ Sorry about the end of the video the guy was talking mad Sh**. Mods are "BONE STOCK"
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If you're going C5Z, look into the '04. Best of everything.

I've been pondering the same thing.. over and over and over and...
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They are pretty close in performance with the edge to the C5Z usually. The C6 is a much more refined car, so if luxury is any part of the aim (radio, comfort, noise, etc.)...C6 is substantially better.

$40K +???? Not sure where you are seeing those prices, but for $40K, you can have mine with both sets of wheels and Lingenfelter H/C/FAST and a ton more stuff putting down 470rwhp (30K miles).

If you want a stocker, you can buy an '05 and in some cases, '06 for $32-36K off the Corvette forum.
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Originally Posted by BigRon77
They are pretty close in performance with the edge to the C5Z usually. The C6 is a much more refined car, so if luxury is any part of the aim (radio, comfort, noise, etc.)...C6 is substantially better.

$40K +???? Not sure where you are seeing those prices, but for $40K, you can have mine with both sets of wheels and Lingenfelter H/C/FAST and a ton more stuff putting down 470rwhp (30K miles).

If you want a stocker, you can buy an '05 and in some cases, '06 for $32-36K off the Corvette forum.
Sorry, i should have explained that 40K for a used one.

I was looking and could not find any C6's for under 38.
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Originally Posted by VenomInside
Sorry, i should have explained that 40K for a used one.

I was looking and could not find any C6's for under 38.

No, I'm with you. There are a ton under $38K. Like I said, I'm probably going to put mine up in that price range ($38-40K) with all the mods and both sets of wheels.

There are at least 5-10 '05-'06s lower mileage for under $38K over on Corvette Forum right now. And these aren't base C6s, they are like mine, loaded with everything but navigation.

You can definitely get a nice car under $38K with 20K miles or less.

If you really want one, plenty to be had in that price range. There are several '05s (base models if that matters) for $33-35K on CF, and more loaded models for $34-38K.
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Originally Posted by Pro Stock John
C5Z is way faster but the C6 has the better looking front end.
That's a matter of opinion.

For the OP, you should easily be able to find a used C6 in the mid-low 30's at this point. Heck, you can buy a brand new 2007 1LT C6 for $39.9K. Sure, it's base, but it's new and a Vette for under 40K.
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Go over to Corvette Forum and check out the C6 for sale section. Several dealers just posted up 0% 60mos and GMS pricing on '06s, and GMS on '07s for everybody!!

There are some deals to be had, used or new.
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Bone stock a C6 M6 is a high 12 second car, decent mph. A C5Z is a low 12 second car with slightly better mph. If you do some pcm tuning, and an airbox on both, the C6 is a mid to low 12 second car and the C5Z is an 11 second car.

For <$30K, the C5Z is an awesome value. Everytime I drive mine I tell myself I will never sell it. Then I look at C6Z's and try to rationalize the change... and can't.
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I'd wait........................



sure to be on sale this fall, and the LS2's will be cheaper also.
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Originally Posted by SixPak
I'd wait........................



sure to be on sale this fall, and the LS2's will be cheaper also.
Yea, well the Ls3 is a little out of my budget.
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Originally Posted by VenomInside
Yea, well the Ls3 is a little out of my budget.
what I'm saying is this fall when the LS3 vette's hit the street, dealers will be offering incentives on the current models and new '07's will be had for less than $40k.

in fact, they can be had for under $40k now. just your basic model 1LT coupe, but an '07 none the less.
$39251.00 for a brand new 2007 Corvette. http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show....php?t=1744554
I'm betting on 0% interest and possibly rebates on vettes this fall.

just have to wait and see, I guess.


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Originally Posted by SixPak
what I'm saying is this fall when the LS3 vette's hit the street, dealers will be offering incentives on the current models and new '07's will be had for less than $40k.

in fact, they can be had for under $40k now. just your basic model 1LT coupe, but an '07 none the less.


I'm betting on 0% interest and possibly rebates on vettes this fall.

just have to wait and see, I guess.


That would be awesome!! I REALLY want a C6. How do you like yours? Any complaints?
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/showthrea...=688681&page=1


i was in the same boat as you, and made my decision, 07 Z51

should be picking it up next weekend
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Originally Posted by VenomInside
That would be awesome!! I REALLY want a C6. How do you like yours? Any complaints?
none. with the possible exception that I wish I'd gone with a vert, but price was a factor.

in fact, with the real possibility of a rebate combined with 0% I may look into upgrading this fall.

be patient and don't be to eager to pull the trigger, cause there is always a better deal just around the corner.



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