[Z06] z06 vs. c5???
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z06 vs. c5???
Hello guys, I know I don' many if any posts on this forum but right now I own a 2000 SS camaro and I am looking at maybe trading it in for a vette, a z06 or c5. I am wondering about the rearends, parts, clutch, axles, cv's, and prices. I am own my way to look at a '03 with 24000 miles, for $33,500, black on black hard top. No chrome wheels, a base z06 I guess. I don't know that much about the vette and production #'s but really how rare are they to run across? I know in the camaro/firebird world the rears were aweful, is it still a 10 bolt here? what year were the ls6 intakes "standard", 17"/18" wheels right? How are the interiors about ripping, rattling, scuffing? Any other problem areas to look at? And good deal or keep looking? I am about $6,000/$8,000 upside down with the 2 trades I have, a 2004 gmc truck and the camaro, so I am limited to lots only unless someone else has a great idea oth than the "hit the tree" theory.
Thanks in advance...
Byron Taylor
Just so you know I had a 2000 camaro, 408 iron block, 248/252 112lsa, 200 TNT n2o, low 10 second car. Part prices are headers, catbacks, pulleys, alot I know will be the same as the camaro but some things aren't. Thanks again.
Thanks in advance...
Byron Taylor
Just so you know I had a 2000 camaro, 408 iron block, 248/252 112lsa, 200 TNT n2o, low 10 second car. Part prices are headers, catbacks, pulleys, alot I know will be the same as the camaro but some things aren't. Thanks again.
Melting Slicks
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From: Folsom Ca
Originally Posted by 2000_LS1
Also, is the z06 worth the extra $$$. I figure yes but you never know. The z06 is only about 5-8k higher so far...let me know.
The ZO6 also has other performance advantages over the regular Vette.Stiffer Frame,Slightly lighter curb weight,3.42 axle.Stiffer suspension.Slightly harsher ride as well.
I had my mind set on an O2 Covert when I walked on the lot.I drove one and liked it.But I hesitated.In the mean time I drove the Z06 and that was all she wrote.I had to have it.MY 02 Z06.
Two + years later no regrets for me.
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From: salem OR
Originally Posted by 2000_LS1
Also, is the z06 worth the extra $$$. I figure yes but you never know. The z06 is only about 5-8k higher so far...let me know.
20k from my totaled SS. Started looking, bought nothing
for 6 months.Looked at GTO's thought, go for a z0-6. Smart
move.
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Judging from the description of your camaro i'd say Z06 hands down. I went from a 383 stroked/built front to back lt1 camaro to the z06 and it was the best decision i ever made. It's defintley the total performance package, you can drag it,track it,or just cruise in it. I think 33,500's a lil high for a car w/ those miles on it...just my .02
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From: Hamilton Ontario
Originally Posted by DisturbedZoSikZ
Judging from the description of your camaro i'd say Z06 hands down. I went from a 383 stroked/built front to back lt1 camaro to the z06 and it was the best decision i ever made. It's defintley the total performance package, you can drag it,track it,or just cruise in it. I think 33,500's a lil high for a car w/ those miles on it...just my .02
Burning Brakes
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From: Bonita Springs, FL
I have had both and the std C5 is more civilized than the Z.
The Z is rougher riding, more engine noise, tire noise & exhaust noise.
Oh, and faster
I don't think 33k miles is a lot for these cars unless it's 33k racing miles. The Z is a pretty tough built car that should last a long time
The Z is rougher riding, more engine noise, tire noise & exhaust noise.
Oh, and faster
I don't think 33k miles is a lot for these cars unless it's 33k racing miles. The Z is a pretty tough built car that should last a long time
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