To Zo6 or not to?
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Joined: Feb 2005
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From: Philadelphia
Originally Posted by flyc2a
I cant believe that soo many people are in the exact same shoes! I own a 99ws6 and love it, but i recently have hudge itch to buy a 02-04 z06. I have been looking at them and am trying to decide weather i should go FI on my 99 Ws6 or spend $32k and get a z06. I am 23 years old and i am thinking the insurance would kill me, i have no tickets or accidents so i am going to look into it. How much did all your insurance rates increase when you made the transition from an f-body to the Z06???? Who daily drives there vette? I live in southern cali so i would be using it as a daily...and opinions?
11 Second Truck Club
Joined: Jun 2002
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From: Alvin, TX
My Z was actually alittle cheaper than the Firebird for 6 month rate. I list both the Formula and the Vette as "pleasure" vehicles though and I'm 33 and married w/ good record. I don't daily drive it to work but find any reason to take it out othertimes. Especially on weekends!
Launching!
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 228
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From: South OC
Pound for Pound, HP for HP, the Vette's going to win. It feels better, gets more looks (note I didn't say "looks better", because that's a matter of opinion), handles better and is easier to work on (granted more expensive).
That said, I still have my FBody and my C5 (I know it's not a Z06
). My main reason for keeping the TA was the back seat. I've got the family thing going too and need the back seat from time-to-time, but still want the power. And no, a GTO wouldn't do and I got a C5 for less than a used M3! 
That said, I still have my FBody and my C5 (I know it's not a Z06
). My main reason for keeping the TA was the back seat. I've got the family thing going too and need the back seat from time-to-time, but still want the power. And no, a GTO wouldn't do and I got a C5 for less than a used M3! Launching!
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: South OC
Thanks blanco. 
Oh and I forgot! Another reason to have the F-bod, is people under-estimate it.
It's fun beating people in a car they have no respect for (probably the reason the ricers go after us)
Oh and I forgot! Another reason to have the F-bod, is people under-estimate it.
It's fun beating people in a car they have no respect for (probably the reason the ricers go after us)
Staging Lane
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 56
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From: Watkins Glen, New York
I drove camaros for years and I always wanted a vette of course. Never drove one till I tested a Z06. It is night and day nothing GM has ever built is this good for doing it all. It is my favorite and am glad I idid it. I have no interest in any other cars for the first time in my 42 year old life. I am now getting ready to build it up the way I want it to be.
The F body is good but the corvette is awesome especially the Z06 for the big picture in car performance. If it only had a back seat; it is the only draw back on the car's design for a family man.
The F body is good but the corvette is awesome especially the Z06 for the big picture in car performance. If it only had a back seat; it is the only draw back on the car's design for a family man.
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Teching In
Joined: Jun 2005
Posts: 49
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From: CT
I first drove a Z06 last Friday. Let me tell you, it was a magical experience driving it. I had wanted a Standard Coupe for some time. The minute I drove the Z, that idea went riiiight out the window! Smooth power, excellent brakes, a clutch that is absolutely a BREEZE to use all around, and the price is not a killer.
Most Z's aren't daily drivers so you're going to find them with low miles, perfect for you to enjoy some more driving.
The '02's could see an 11 in the 1/4 with soft tires.
How do you beat that! I might own one soon.
Most Z's aren't daily drivers so you're going to find them with low miles, perfect for you to enjoy some more driving.
The '02's could see an 11 in the 1/4 with soft tires.
How do you beat that! I might own one soon.
Originally Posted by Jay-formerLPE
I first drove a Z06 last Friday. Let me tell you, it was a magical experience driving it. I had wanted a Standard Coupe for some time. The minute I drove the Z, that idea went riiiight out the window! Smooth power, excellent brakes, a clutch that is absolutely a BREEZE to use all around, and the price is not a killer.
Most Z's aren't daily drivers so you're going to find them with low miles, perfect for you to enjoy some more driving.
The '02's could see an 11 in the 1/4 with soft tires.
How do you beat that! I might own one soon.
Most Z's aren't daily drivers so you're going to find them with low miles, perfect for you to enjoy some more driving.
The '02's could see an 11 in the 1/4 with soft tires.
How do you beat that! I might own one soon.
TECH Enthusiast
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 507
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From: Ankeny, IA
The difference is in the tires and pads. The Z06 and the standard C5 have the same brakes. As far as getting into a C5 from an F-body I have no regrets. If you find your budget is constrained, I'd suggest looking at a '99+ Z51 6spd coupe or a '99-'00 hardtop. They can be had for lot less and and can be modded just like any other LSx car. In my opinion if you are buying a C5 and are planning major mods, you are further ahead to buy a non Z06 and use the difference to mod it.
Originally Posted by zforme
I am a huge fan of the Camaro but my Corvette has made my Camaro a dust collector. The corvette is a rocket ship compared to a pop can camaro.
Originally Posted by zforme
I am a huge fan of the Camaro but my Corvette has made my Camaro a dust collector. The corvette is a rocket ship compared to a pop can camaro.
easy now, the camaro is as much a pop can as the vette is a go cart. 
Dont dis the family lines, save that for the imports and fords 
Staging Lane
Joined: May 2005
Posts: 56
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From: Watkins Glen, New York
I drove both cars for 1 hour each back to back. If you have hammered a 60's muscle car and then flog a 2004 Corvette it is amazing what the new stuff can do. It is like night and day, of course the price is stiff if you want to get into outer space.
If it isn't a GM it is not worth talking about. hehe
If it isn't a GM it is not worth talking about. hehe
11 Second Truck Club
Joined: Jun 2002
Posts: 536
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From: Alvin, TX
I too bought my Z06 to NOT be a daily driver but drive it alot more than I was supposed to. Just got back from a 2500 plus mile roadtrip when I went home on leave. Can't believe I didn't get a ticket!
My 04 has over 16,500 miles on her!!
My 04 has over 16,500 miles on her!!
