vette or ls2 gto
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wonder how bad insurance is for a 24 year old in the military....single...., no tickets or wrecks in the last 4 years,....you guys are making this easy....today i think im going to a few dealers just to check them out maybe take em for a spin, check out the trunk space....no buying just yet....im gonna wait for about 10k down....what are most 02 z06's going for these days?
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I have had a 01C5,02 Z06, and a 04 GTO. If i had to choice to buy another one, i would go for the Z06 again. Great gas mileage for a 405hp car, looks damn good, and has cooler gadgets that most other cars out there made by GM
I haven't driven a LS2 GTO but I have driven an 04. The GTO reminds me of a comfy car with power. It's a more...practical car. The vette, as already said is the total package as far as power, handling, etc.
Drive both and see what you like better. I guess it depends on your lifestyle.
Drive both and see what you like better. I guess it depends on your lifestyle.
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driving a 02 coupe and a 02z06...is there really a noticeable power difference?....ive ridden in my buddy's 99 coupe 6sp and it feels pretty fast...never rode in a z06
C5 coupe = low 13s (average)
C5 Z06 = low 12s (average)
Yes, the Z06 feels quicker. It is also louder inside since there isn't any sound proofing, and the suspension is stiffer than the coupe.
C5 Z06 = low 12s (average)
Yes, the Z06 feels quicker. It is also louder inside since there isn't any sound proofing, and the suspension is stiffer than the coupe.
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alright you vette guys convinced me way more than the gto guys.....z06 it is...ill go drive one here soon....purchase late in the year 
what should i expect for insurance...active military for the z06
and what should i expect to pay for a ~~25k mile 02zo6?
what should i expect for insurance...active military for the z06
and what should i expect to pay for a ~~25k mile 02zo6?
I was in the same boat. New GTO vs. used C5 Z06. I'm happy that I chose the Z06. Its over 1 second faster in a 1/4, handles much better, and is a blast to drive.
That said, I'd rather daily drive a GTO.
Ryan
That said, I'd rather daily drive a GTO.
Ryan
I say don't waste your money on a gto. In the end you will have a vette that will hold its value. You see that some 02 Ws6's are going for more than a few 05' Gto's and every 04 Gto.
How's this for gas mileage for you in a 405hp car. Mods in sig. cruise on at 63mph was getting between 30.5-32 mpg and at 45 mph I was getting 38 mpg!!!! Lets see a heavy pig like a GTO get that kind of mileage.
I paid $34k for mine. Had only 6200 miles on it and right now around 7300 miles on it. I would say get one with lower miles. Between 30k and 35k you can get one for.
Insurance for me with 21st century is $420 every 6 months with full coverage, $300 deduct collision and $0 deduct comp. Although this is a pleasure driving car and I have a daily car I drive to work. That is what makes a big diiferance. You mentioned about a beater, definitely keep it. The savings on insurance alone is worth it.
a regular C5 to a Z06 there is a huge differance. Power is just insane and the ride is better. Do this, 2nd gear at 3000rpms and just floor it!!! You will buy the car just for that! LOL
How's this for gas mileage for you in a 405hp car. Mods in sig. cruise on at 63mph was getting between 30.5-32 mpg and at 45 mph I was getting 38 mpg!!!! Lets see a heavy pig like a GTO get that kind of mileage.
I paid $34k for mine. Had only 6200 miles on it and right now around 7300 miles on it. I would say get one with lower miles. Between 30k and 35k you can get one for.
Insurance for me with 21st century is $420 every 6 months with full coverage, $300 deduct collision and $0 deduct comp. Although this is a pleasure driving car and I have a daily car I drive to work. That is what makes a big diiferance. You mentioned about a beater, definitely keep it. The savings on insurance alone is worth it.
a regular C5 to a Z06 there is a huge differance. Power is just insane and the ride is better. Do this, 2nd gear at 3000rpms and just floor it!!! You will buy the car just for that! LOL
i had this same problem i say drive a GTO and then drive the Vette and the difference is clear... drive both cars in a 6spd so they are somewhat evenly matched... just for your info my buddy got a 05 GTO and went aganist my Zo6 and never had a chance. the vette is a true bred race car from factory with no mods, but to all there own depends what u like. BUT LIKE I SAID TEST DRIVE BOTH AND U WILL KNOW WHAT U PREFER AFTER..... 
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I was in this similar situation last year about this time... I realllllllllly wanted a Z06 since they came out in 2001... BUT! Not having a removable roof really made me second guess.. I ended up getting what I currently have 2001 Coupe.. Glad as hell I got a coupe and not a Z06. Cruising with the roof off is a great feeling.. I dont care about the extra stiff frame/handling characteristics that the Z offers because of this or other minor things... Get the coupe, take the roof off and roll!
