I'm Screwed
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I'm Screwed
I've always been a c2/c3 guy. I'm 58, old school and I like something I can work on. Just spent 3 yrs doing a frame off on a 73 and I really like it, drove it 3000 miles on vacation in September. I have driven several c4 and was not impressed. However, today I drove a 99 c5, 6 spd with some minor mods. Damn I love that car, I'm gonna have to figure a way to get one--and keep the 73. If the wife drives it she well want to sell the c3 and buy a c5 or c6.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Clayton New Jersey
Same thing happened to me. I drove a 2000 MN6 and that was it I had to own it. The C5 cost me my C4 and a 1997 Camaro SS but it was well worth it! I still have my C3 looks great sitting in the garage next to the C5. Good luck to you!
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From: Florissant MO
Not far behind you. 56 years old and love working on my 75. Traded a 95 for it. Wife needs something reliable to drive so she takes the 05 C6 MN6 Z51 to work every day. I'm relagated to the Dodge Dakota PU when the 75 needs TLC or when it rains.
If you liked the C5 - go test drive a C6.
If you liked the C5 - go test drive a C6.
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From: Fremont,CA
Originally Posted by 73383
I've always been a c2/c3 guy. I'm 58, old school and I like something I can work on. Just spent 3 yrs doing a frame off on a 73 and I really like it, drove it 3000 miles on vacation in September. I have driven several c4 and was not impressed. However, today I drove a 99 c5, 6 spd with some minor mods. Damn I love that car, I'm gonna have to figure a way to get one--and keep the 73. If the wife drives it she well want to sell the c3 and buy a c5 or c6.
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From: Lansdowne VA
I also thought a C5 would cost me my C3 - but after about 9 months, successfully convinced the wife that they are two different cars, plus the C5's are becoming very affordable. Now have a C5 in the garage next to my '78.
Good luck!
Good luck!
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I just drove my friend Jamie Slick (forum member) C6 vert last weekend. Man that car is sweet. Top up or top down, very nice, smooth, quiet cruiser, and will scream when you get on the loud pedal. Very, very nice car. I am glad I just bought a new truck or I might be out looking at new vettes. 
Safety Car
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From: San Diego CA
Little note to 0013, might wanna blur out the license plates on your vettes there. Safety precaution.
On topic, why is it always the WIFE that forces cars to be sold?
I don't think my gf would ever force me to sell a vette unless I no longer wanted it. 
On topic, why is it always the WIFE that forces cars to be sold?
I don't think my gf would ever force me to sell a vette unless I no longer wanted it.
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From: "Never play games with a bitch who can play them better" NE PA
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08
Originally Posted by 73383
I've always been a c2/c3 guy. I'm 58, old school and I like something I can work on. Just spent 3 yrs doing a frame off on a 73 and I really like it, drove it 3000 miles on vacation in September. I have driven several c4 and was not impressed. However, today I drove a 99 c5, 6 spd with some minor mods. Damn I love that car, I'm gonna have to figure a way to get one--and keep the 73. If the wife drives it she well want to sell the c3 and buy a c5 or c6.
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07
Originally Posted by Eddie 70
I just drove my friend Jamie Slick (forum member) C6 vert last weekend. Man that car is sweet. Top up or top down, very nice, smooth, quiet cruiser, and will scream when you get on the loud pedal. Very, very nice car. I am glad I just bought a new truck or I might be out looking at new vettes.
thanks Eddie! Have I mentioned that I LOVE my car?
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St. Jude Donor '06-'07
Mike just told me to stay out of the C3 section cuz I don't belong here.............. 
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From: Long Beach CA
Similar thing happened to me. I've driven the C5 in the past but it had been a while. Back in September I drove my friends '04 Z06 with minor mods at the time (around 470 RWHP now 
). Now I know I'll have to get one someday...hopefully the '69 will still be around to share the garage with it
). Now I know I'll have to get one someday...hopefully the '69 will still be around to share the garage with it
Melting Slicks
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From: Beacon NY
buy one of these C5 chasis frames for your C3.
http://www.phillymotorsports.com/69_C5_Conversion.htm
You'll have the suspension, handling, and 6-speed of a C5. This is what I dream of doing for my next project.
http://www.phillymotorsports.com/69_C5_Conversion.htm
You'll have the suspension, handling, and 6-speed of a C5. This is what I dream of doing for my next project.
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From: Lansdowne VA
[QUOTE=Kalway]Little note to 0013, might wanna blur out the license plates on your vettes there. Safety precaution.
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Definitely a good idea Kalway - but its not a valid tag anyway, I put it on for pictures, cruse-ins, and shows.
Thanks
QUOTE]
Definitely a good idea Kalway - but its not a valid tag anyway, I put it on for pictures, cruse-ins, and shows.
Thanks
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From: "Never play games with a bitch who can play them better" NE PA
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08
Originally Posted by 3rd_Vette
WOW... A 3 Vette Family... I love it!
It is real cool but soon we will be a 3 vette C5 family---maybe..I'm not sure how any of us are gonna feel once the C3 is done..
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St. Jude Donor 06-'07
I am really glad that I do not have to placate my wife when it comes to my toys. She's got her caddy and tahoe and I've got my 76 & 96 and a Ford (OMG) DD. (& if I find another C3 I like for the roght price, I'm getting it too! (& I'm 59)
(& if I find another C3 I like for the roght price, I'm getting it too! (& I'm 59)