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Old 04-10-2011, 05:17 PM
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Just wondering how many C4 owners really wanted a C4 or was it just because it was affordable. I really wanted a 62 C1 or a big block C2. Mind you I love my C4, but if I could afford one of my dream Corvettes I would drop my C4 in a instant. I wonder how many feel the same way?
Old 04-10-2011, 05:23 PM
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...and we're off.

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I wanted one after I drove my dads 91 vert. then dad sold it and bought a C5 now I want one. he drove a C6 and now he thinks he should sell his to buy one. but the old ones can never be replaced. its a never ending thing
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Originally Posted by RedLS1GTO
...and we're off.

Yup
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I really want a '67 vert or a chrome bumper C3 (preferably with a solid lifter LT-1) - sometimes I want a '57 fuelie also. But I needed a car I could use, maintain and insure as a daily driver and the C4 was my favorite style of the last 20 years. I don't feel hard done by
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First time I saw a vette it was a C3 and I loved it... but then I found out about the C4... ever since I've wanted one.
I like the C5 but if I got a choice to pick between a C3, C4 and C5. I'd always take the C4.

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Well, aside from being affordable, I like the 80s style of the interior.
When shopping for one, I concentrated on pre 90 models only.

As for the C4 in general, it is the best bang for the buck- corvette no doubt. I would not trade my C4 for a C5, but maybe for a C6 some time, convertible only that is....
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I pretty well had a budget that would get me either a C3,4, or 5. I did my research and settled on an LT4.

I don't regret it one bit. It has the power to keep me happy and didn't break my wallet as much as a C6 would.

If money was not a concern I'd a one from every year.
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I sold my 1991 coupe to buy a 2002 Z06 as I wanted more power. However, last week I bought a 1992 black rose metallic coupe as I really like the way the C4 makes the driver feel, and I like the styling of the C4 better than the C5. I do not like the C6 styling.
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Originally Posted by RedLS1GTO
...and we're off.

Originally Posted by MissileDoc
Yup
I don't know, I think this might be the first one for April.
Old 04-10-2011, 06:57 PM
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Originally Posted by RedLS1GTO
...and we're off.

Hey!? What thats a valid question!!??!?!

I really wanted a LS1 Camaro SS... But a little birdie told me about this super clean low mileage C4 at my local chevy dealer and the rest is history! Before I saw the C4 I own NOW... I had NEVER looked into getting a vette, but I took one look at my 1993 and I fell in love!

Now I have no desire to own an Fbody car.
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At first no, but I drove by an 84 for sale for a couple of months and it grew on me. I have had 2 C3s and I was comfortable wrenching on them. I ended up buying that 84 and it was a great thrill. A situation came up and I had to sell it. Years later I saw a picture of an 88 35th Anni and I told Kathy "That will be my next and last Vette" . So
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I bought my C4 new in 94, so yes I wanted a C4. Since I have purchased an 01 C5, but still have the C4.
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I always wanted a Grand Sport. Had to settle on a 94 LT1 initially until I found the red gut GS I currently own. Growing up I also loved the '66 BB vert that my father owned. Red, white top, 427/425, 4 speed, side pipes, knock off wheels, head rests, etc., whats not to love? I now have that as well. After having both in the garage for about 5 years, I hardly drive either? I think I may be slowly getting over the cars I have and may need to move on to something new soon? Ive been confised about this for quite some time.
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I actually wanted a Lamborghini Murcielago, but.....
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I've wanted a C4 since I drove one for the first time back in '84. I've owned a '85 and currently own a '93. The next C4 I want is a Callaway Twin Turbo and I'm not picky about the year or a ZR1. I'm hooked on the C4.
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Well I'm looking. Actually watching one on ebay right now. I started out wanting a C5 for about 5-6 yrs now. But budget constraints have me shoping C4s. And you know what? I actually am begining to like the looks better. Not as fat and overweight looking. I'm going 94-96 and as I understand it the underpinnings aren't that much different than the C5. I took the TR8 out for a spin today. If my butt fits that seat, I'm sure a C4 will be fine.

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Originally Posted by Kmcoldcars
.....as I really like the way the C4 makes the driver feel, and I like the styling of the C4 better than the C5. I do not like the C6 styling.
I couldn't agree more.....
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No I didn't want to buy a C-4...but my wife dared me. Then she double dog dared me to keep it for 15 years...Will it never end?
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