LS1LT1

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That, or simply start with a 2005 automatic (4L65E) and build from there.
The LS2 is still a great motor to start with, the car is cheaper to buy and is also obviously already set up to accept the more 'mod friendly' 4 speed auto.

JohnFrazee02SS

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I'll just buy a C5 that already has a 4 speed auto if I with an automatic. To me it seems dumb to to put a 4 speed in a car that had a 6 speed.

LS1LT1

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I agree.
If I were building a fast/consistent street/strip car right now it would either be an automatic C5 or automatic 2005 C6.

JohnFrazee02SS

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My first Corvette will be purchased in the next year and from I have read the C5 seems like the way to go. For the money I would spend on C6 I could modify a C5.

SCM_Crash

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Nah. There's more headache with the 05. Electrical and differential issues. Pick your battles. I'd rather have less electrical issues.

ls11998

I love 6 speed

LS1LT1

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Good point, C5's are great platforms to start with and they are a true bargain in the used market.





Yes, one of the first things that needs to be addressed if building an '05 for hard street/strip duty is the rear, that's almost a given, of course the money saved on buying an '05 over a later model year helps pay for that part and it's still easier to install a stonger rear than it is to try and adapt a 4L65 where a 6L80 used to reside.
The electrical issues are not necessarily going to be a concern on every single 2005, it's generally a hit or miss situation there.
I only suggest it for those seeking an automatic that they're going to build for strip duty...if one was staying stock or choosing a manual trans then I would definitely recommend a 2006 or later.

SCM_Crash

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OK... I can definitely agree with that.