[Z06] Just put a deposit down on a C5 Z06 ; I'm back!!
10-07-2014, 01:24 AM
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10-08-2014, 05:16 PM
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Paperwork signed, payment on it's way!!
Shipping out of FL on Saturday.
Still no pics yet, but it can be seen on cars.com selling from Mercedes Benz of Naples.
A shout out to them as they agreed to install a new battery and flush/change out all fluids.
Oil/filter, Rear diff., tranny, brakes, clutch, coolant. All fresh now.
I'll be putting both the wheels/tires and exhaust system up for sale here soon.
Shipping out of FL on Saturday.
Still no pics yet, but it can be seen on cars.com selling from Mercedes Benz of Naples.
A shout out to them as they agreed to install a new battery and flush/change out all fluids.
Oil/filter, Rear diff., tranny, brakes, clutch, coolant. All fresh now.
I'll be putting both the wheels/tires and exhaust system up for sale here soon.
10-16-2014, 01:07 PM
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No car has touched or talked to me the way the C5 Z06 did. Even the C6 Z06 which is faster didn't have that same raw feel to it.
I really think the C5 Z is a special car, it is the last generation that you feel like you put it on and you feel connected to the road, the C5 Z is very raw and race car like.
I really think the C5 Z is a special car, it is the last generation that you feel like you put it on and you feel connected to the road, the C5 Z is very raw and race car like.
I never saw that coming; thought for sure I'd wind up with a C6. I wanted a black car but saw an Electron Blue '02 that same night and bought it immediately. Never knew that color existed. It took me an entire year after buying mine to get used to the fact that it's my favorite Vette of all because it's older than the car it replaced. I never liked C5's much before, and now I love them the most.
Enjoy yours! I think you've literally found the perfect Corvette.
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10-16-2014, 01:27 PM
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Totally agreed. When I was looking at Corvettes I drove several back to back: C5Z, C6 LS3, C6Z. The C6's rode rough, spun the tires whenever I hit the gas, and didn't sound that great - just loud. The C5Z rode great, loved to turn, gripped forever, and just drove like a fantastic sports car. The light weight and gearing felt wonderful. Plus I love how the LS6 builds power as it revs instead of just riding the torque wave like the LS7.
I never saw that coming; thought for sure I'd wind up with a C6. I wanted a black car but saw an Electron Blue '02 that same night and bought it immediately. Never knew that color existed. It took me an entire year after buying mine to get used to the fact that it's my favorite Vette of all because it's older than the car it replaced. I never liked C5's much before, and now I love them the most.
Enjoy yours! I think you've literally found the perfect Corvette.
I never saw that coming; thought for sure I'd wind up with a C6. I wanted a black car but saw an Electron Blue '02 that same night and bought it immediately. Never knew that color existed. It took me an entire year after buying mine to get used to the fact that it's my favorite Vette of all because it's older than the car it replaced. I never liked C5's much before, and now I love them the most.
Enjoy yours! I think you've literally found the perfect Corvette.
I was always a Torch Red guy, but I have to say that Electron Blue is a stunning color with lots of depth. So happy it doesn't have the purple grape look to it like the Lemans Blue does in certain angles.
Trucking company says it will be here on Saturday!!!
Then the mods start
10-16-2014, 01:30 PM
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10-16-2014, 02:53 PM
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It did need the passenger headlight motor replaced and the whole AC system though....AC due to non-use, oxidation, and just rotting from inside out just sitting. Warranty is a good thing
10-20-2014, 02:04 AM
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I am on my second c5 z06 I've always wanted a yellow one and I found the perfect 50th anniversary recently local to me in California. my first one was a red C5Z that I got rid of in 2007-2008 cause I needed to get my priorities straight and buy my first home. I feel that hands down c5z is the best bang for your buck over a c6z or any car out there for that matter. Here she is after a wash then tint same day. now she sits in the garage awaiting many more mods I have lined up for her.
What part of cali are you?
What part of cali are you?
10-20-2014, 02:43 AM
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I am on my second c5 z06 I've always wanted a yellow one and I found the perfect 50th anniversary recently local to me in California. my first one was a red C5Z that I got rid of in 2007-2008 cause I needed to get my priorities straight and buy my first home. I feel that hands down c5z is the best bang for your buck over a c6z or any car out there for that matter. Here she is after a wash then tint same day. now she sits in the garage awaiting many more mods I have lined up for her.
What part of cali are you?
What part of cali are you?
I'm in the Bay Area.
There was a slight delay with the transport CO. Car is due here tomorrow evening.
I already have stocked up on Zaino products for its detail.
Next week the CCW wheels and tires will be ordered, as well as the Radio Flyer HID conversion kit, Corsa exhaust, front brake rotors, and 04' shocks, ending with a street performance alignment.
Its going to be a fun next month of spending
10-20-2014, 11:38 PM
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Nice color. Those wheels look good against it.
I'm in the Bay Area.
There was a slight delay with the transport CO. Car is due here tomorrow evening.
I already have stocked up on Zaino products for its detail.
Next week the CCW wheels and tires will be ordered, as well as the Radio Flyer HID conversion kit, Corsa exhaust, front brake rotors, and 04' shocks, ending with a street performance alignment.
Its going to be a fun next month of spending
I'm in the Bay Area.
There was a slight delay with the transport CO. Car is due here tomorrow evening.
I already have stocked up on Zaino products for its detail.
Next week the CCW wheels and tires will be ordered, as well as the Radio Flyer HID conversion kit, Corsa exhaust, front brake rotors, and 04' shocks, ending with a street performance alignment.
Its going to be a fun next month of spending
10-21-2014, 11:48 AM
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10-27-2014, 08:22 PM
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