High Mileage C5 Concerns
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High Mileage C5 Concerns
I just bought a 98 with 90k on it and it has a 6spd. The car runs, and drives, and looks new! I am assuming mostly highway miles! I am wondering what is the life span of most of the mechanicals of these C5's??? I have owned around 25 vettes, and I really like this car! I like my 67 as well, it is just different!
I did just get a left tire flat warning, and the tire is full of air at 36psi! Can I assume the the sensor battery is dead?? Can any shop fix this??
Thanks for all the help!!
I did just get a left tire flat warning, and the tire is full of air at 36psi! Can I assume the the sensor battery is dead?? Can any shop fix this??
Thanks for all the help!!
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From: Tampa FL
Originally Posted by RocketDawg
You probably got the tire warning because it has too much air in it. Drop it to 30 psi cold, or close, and it'll probably go away.
congrats on the ride.
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I'm over 160K with no major problems. This car has not been babied but it has been taken care of. Its been through at least two clutches but overall hasnt given any major problems.
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Vettes are no different than any other car. maintenance is absolutely key. A lot of people skimp on oil (not using Mobil 1 or at least a differnt fulkl synthetic), but why? You dropped anywhere from 15-25K for a car so don't worry about an extra $50 a year for routine oil AND filter. Simpe things like allowing the engine to warm up for a minute helps save wear and tear.
Even Honda's and Toyotas fall apart if there not taken care of. Speaking of perceived durability, my wife has a 2000 Acura TL with 68k miles and the transmission needed to be replaced. We bought it new and my wife drives as mild as can be yet the balloyhooed reputation for Acura (nee Honda) would have cost me $3000
if I didn't have an extended warranty.
Vettes are complex and small things might need tending to, however the mechaincal are solid and will last at least to 200k with good upkeep.
Even Honda's and Toyotas fall apart if there not taken care of. Speaking of perceived durability, my wife has a 2000 Acura TL with 68k miles and the transmission needed to be replaced. We bought it new and my wife drives as mild as can be yet the balloyhooed reputation for Acura (nee Honda) would have cost me $3000
if I didn't have an extended warranty.Vettes are complex and small things might need tending to, however the mechaincal are solid and will last at least to 200k with good upkeep.
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Originally Posted by 67tripwr
I did just get a left tire flat warning, and the tire is full of air at 36psi! Can I assume the the sensor battery is dead?? Can any shop fix this??
Thanks for all the help!!
Thanks for all the help!!