camaroSS41

Hey everyone,

I'm looking into buying a new "toy" !! I was thinking either a 95/96 C4 or a 98/99 Trans Am (base) or WS6. Don't bother mentioning a C5, cause it's out of my range Anyway, i know there are both pros and cons of both cars. I haven't driven either, but i do own a 96 camaro, so i know how the power feels. I'm basically looking to upgrade a bit. Both must be 6 speeds! I would appreciate any feedback from anyone who has experienced a ride in a C4 or LS1 F-body. Thanks guys!!

nomorews6

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LS1 F-Body, no contest! Simply put, in my opinion, it is a better car, that looks better, performs better, responds much better to modifications and ... drum roll please ... it has a back seat!!!! That is a must for me since I have a 3 year old, and am about to have a 4 year old.

bluehawk2

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a 99 LS-1 TA would be a little quicker than both a c-4 and a C-5 vette. You could have a c-5 feel without the c-5 price.

camaroSS41

Good points guys, thanks! I don't use the back seat in my Camaro to often, but you never know!

Sgt. Spuds

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c4 vette hands down for me.

lastcall190

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If you get a 96 6spd with the LT4 then I'd say speed wise they're almost equal, maybe the LT4 would edge it? C4 will be a little lighter, but getting in and out for me (6'3) was nothing short of a chore (It was an L98 so don't bother asking about power feel, hahaha). I've driven my friend's 02WS6 for a whole day one time just daily driving type duty around town, very easy to drive, fun to drive, etc... Only LTx I had to compare it to was my old LT1, which I personally preferred, but for different reasons. Looks wise is totally subjective... personally I think a C4 dropped with 315s or bigger in the rear looks very mean. Or you could go big and grab a ZR1

-J

treysoucie

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get a 99 fbody!

andypdbz

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Ls1 > Lt1/4

nyteryder167

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A friend used to have a 96 vette. It was a dog, it seemed like it fell on its face about 3K rpms. I'd get the f-body if I were you. Unless it was a ZR-1, that's a different story.

300bhp/ton

You may wish to revise that C5 statement considering it has the same engine as a 98+ fbody and weighs less

300bhp/ton

Personally I love the look of the C4 - one of the best Corvette shapes IMO.

However it's an old platform, a LS1 Fbody will generally ride a lot better and be more spacious also.

a mate of mine has a ~96 C4 with lots of mods, it looks real pretty. He also has a 97 LT1 Camaro. He uses the Camaro mostly because on the whole it's a nicer car to drive/live with.

The LT4 engine should be a good match performance wise for a LS1 but mod for mod it'll cost more for less returns.

For the looks and exclusivity of a 2 seater the C4 would get my vote, but a 98+ Fbody is more practical still looks good and can go faster for less money.

By the pic in my sig it's pretty evident what route I chose to go.

99camarosupersport

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a c4 vette would be an upgrade, but not by much. now switching over to ls1, a definate upgrade. i never cared much for the looks of the c4 and that would play a major role in my decision here with picking it, so what i'm basically saying is pick what you think looks best. anything can be made fast with some $$.

nickls1

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Firstly he said he wants a 98/99 trans am or a c4, and that a c5 is out of his price range. A zr-1 in good condition is more often in the price range of an older c5.

Now I was faced with the same dilemma. I chose the engine basically and ended up with a 99 ss. LS1>LT1/LT4 is totally true. Plus the T/A or WS6 that you get would be a newer car, and depending on the condition, all other things equal you are almost always better off with a newer car.

camaroSS41

That's true I guess. A new car is always better!

Doomsday

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LS1 f-body.

Mike02Z

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Tough call....I'd say Fbody though. Now C6 vs Fbody, C6 hands down!

camaroSS41

Well, if that was the case, i'd know the answer!! However, money seems to be the only gap!!!!

mcgodx

I've driven a ZR-1, doest that count? lol

I personally would get an LS1 f-body if it were me. Unless you can afford a ZR-1, anyways....

clayton02LS1

Why a 98/99? Go for a 01/02 TA or Z

NightWindDriftr

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C5 > LS1 f-body > C4