What, if any, are the differences between a 2000 and a 2001 6-speed convertible?

 

the 2001 has the ls6 (zo6) intake manifold, the 2000 has the ls1 intake manifold. plenty of other minor differences, but this is the main concern people have

 

Well said. The intake was upgraded to the LS6 version in 2001. Also, the MAF/ducting is bigger.

 

What is the net result of the updated intake? Is it a big deal?

 

Also, the 01 has 5 more hp and the 6 speed also has 25 ft/lbs more torque. I think the driveline is beefier and is has the more advanced active handling system, less intrusion on driver. There are a few more things but can't remember what they are.

 

Plus, you can turn off the tire pressure sensor monitors with the 2001 if you decide to remove them (via tech II). The 2000 will not let you.

 

This link should give you some pretty complete information...

http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/.../2001over.html

 

Beginning with '01, the tire pressure sensors go into an inactive sleep mode when you are not driving to prolong TPS battery life. '00 and earlier had TPS that always broadcast on a regular basis regardless of whether you were parked or driving.

A lot of '01s had issues with oil consumption. Many had to be reringed to resolve it.

Was '01 the first year for the AGM (spillproof) battery?

 

You sure about that? The reason I ask, because I have to actually start rolling in my 99 for it to give me a pressure reading? Not doubting you, I've just never heard that.

 

active handling standard in '01, if they are side by side and completely stock the the 2001 has the stainless slip ons on the exhaust tips vs. the black painted 2k's

 

I read in the owner's manual I believe that the sensors won't start reporting data until the car reaches 15mph.

 

agree. the om wouldn't lie. bub

 

That is strange. Maybe the motion is enough to get a little more life out of your batteries? I'd bet that your TPS batteries are on their last leg. You should get an accurate pressure reading in any year C5 (not a Z06, since they don't have TPS) immediately upon crank-up, or even in accessory mode.

Even with the '01-'04 TPS, they will broadcast their pressure once every couple of hours even when they are completely still. Once they get rolling, they will broadcast their pressure much more frequently.

 

The 2nd generation Active Handling came out in 2001. It provides more seamless operation with much less intrusion over the first version (late 98-00). As mentioned, horsepower was increased 5 to 350 and torque went from 350-375 in the M6 (to 360 in the A4's). There was a lot of little things in 01 that made the C5 better than the previous models. I originally planned on getting a 97 or 98, then it turned into a 99 (HUD), then ithad to be a 00 (new wheels) and lastly a 2001 when I became aware of all those things. Glad I waited for the 01 myself.

 

LOL... That is the exact progression my C5 hunt has taken... Started out 1998 Convertible... then I wanted HUD... Then the wheels... now... just this evening....I want a 2001 and, if all goes well... going to Dallas to pick it up.

 

if 18k is the max for c5, then 97-99, new thinspokes for 250 after selling wagons to offset cost and install hud 290 shipped from fred beans(if you have the skills), the active handling is an option before it became standard in '01, this thread is getting a little OT, but it's still informative to many, i like the tps thoughts

 

The 2001 and up cars also had the LS6 short block. Which included better rod bolts and LS6 oil pump..

:. Miscellaneous C5 differences.:

All of this information is variously collected from the Corvette Forum message board, so do not take it as absolute gospel. However, it should be somewhat close. Sources: 1,
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1997

Completely new, redesigned Corvette. Base (FE1) and Z51 (FE3) suspension packages.
All Z51 cars include: Power Steering Cooler, xx, xx, ??
97-00 C5 LS1's produce 345 HP @ 5600 RPM and 350 Ft Lbs of torque @ 4400 RPM.

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1998

Convertible becomes available
Active Handling becomes available late in year
The two slots of a 1998 (and possibly late 1997s) curve toward the rear at the bottom. (versus straight down)

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1999

26# injectors substituted for 28#
Fuel pump revised to reduce noise
FRC "Fixed Roof Coupe" aka the hardtop, becomes available. All FRC's are MN6 (6-speed) cars with the Z51 suspension package, and are about 60lbs lighter than coupes.
HUD introduced
only one line in driver's side fuel rail cover (no fuel return line?)
Power telescoping wheel becomes an option
? Steering hardware changed to combat wandering
door sill trim plates added

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2000

Millennium Yellow available
? "Thin Spoke" versus "wagon wheel" design wheels become standard.
Pup cats added to CA models for LEV emissions requirements (5hp loss relative to 97-99)
Steel swaybar endlinks instead of plastic on Z51 equipped cars
Z51 swaybar diameters grow (25.4/21.7 to 28.6/21.7 to 28.6/23.6 (note: new rear same as Z06)
No keyhole on passenger side doorhandle
Passenger airbag 'off' switch added to console (light by TC/AH button)

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2001

return to 28# injectors for all models.
Second Generation Active Handling
Nassau Blue discontinued
Alternator 'clutch' pulley added on A4 cars
New soundproofing + foam in all cars
Smaller keyfob
electrochromic dimming rearview and driver's mirrors
lighter AGM battery
Thickness + Material in vert change
Chrome exhaust tips for coupe + vert
85MM MAF with integral temp sensor (versus 74mm with separate plug for IAT)
LS1 cam profile changed to: .500/0.500, 198/208 on 115.5LSA (From: 0.472/0.479, 202/210 on 117)
All Corvettes now have the LS6 intake manifold
All Corvettes now have the LS6 engine block (windage passages in block), which includes a beefier oil pump.
LS1 changes result in new output of 350 HP @ 5200 RPM and 375 Ft Lbs of torque @ 4400 RPM (MN6)
Hardtop/FRC discontinued
Pup cats added to all models
Stronger synchros in all transmissions
Exhaust manifolds revised (5hp regained) - thin wall cast replacing SS manifolds
metal valvestem caps (late year)
Torque Tube changed from metal-matrix composite to aluminum alloy 6061, increased in dia from 55 to 63 mm.
Driveshaft couplings have also been upgraded on manual-equipped models for additional strength and durability
Introduction of the Z06, which has as differences:
hardtop body style
rear brake ducting
screened inlets on front fascia, without foglights
F1 supercar tires 265-17 front, 295-18 rear, on 17x9.5 and 18x10.5 (one inch wider, respectively
new LS6 top-end with new style head design (10.5:1 compression, 64cc chamber), LS6 cam (0.525/0.525, 204/211 on 116) - 385hp
M12 transmission with shorter gearing (1-2-3 analagous to MN6 with 3.90 rear diff
Titanium exhaust system
lightweight windshield
New, stronger clutch with redesigned master + slave cylinder
Stronger rear differential (shotpeened ring gear)
Red brake calipers (otherwise identical)
Trans overtemp warning light on DIC
6500 redline gauges with special checkering + Z06 font
redesigned PCV system to help combat oil burning
Red LS6 Fuel Rail Covers (FRC's)
FE4 Z06 suspension - uprated springs, bars (30mm/23.6mm), shocks (note front spring and rear bar same as Z51)

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2002

Z06 Changes:
Z06 LS6 cam changed to: 0.551/0.547, 204/218 on 117.5
Less restrictive intake airbox lid
Descreened MAF
Removal of pup-cats (total with changes = 405hp)
Z06 shocks revised with less rebound for better launching
Z06 brake pads revised for better stopping (generate more dust)
Lighter, sodium filled valves w/ stronger valvesprings
higher tension rings installed to prevent oil burning problems
slight piston redesign *
clutch strength upgraded.
HUD available on Z06 (not avail '01 model year)
Wheel supplier changed to Speedline, moved from forged to cast. Weight nearly identical
Electron Blue color offered
Steel endlinks changed to aluminum

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2003

Late model-year new fuel system design from C6's

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2004
· Z06 shocks further refined. Accompanying upper front control arm bushing, and rear swaybar bushing changes.

 

For what it's worth, before I bought mine, we looked at both the 2000 and 01's and I could definitely tell the difference in the hp and tq between the two. We went with an 01 coupe and absolutley love it.