A simple poll......
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I love both cars for different reasons, the Z06 for the bringing back the hardtop in style and I like the lines of the new C6 and the performance on the base models is just about the same as the Z 
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Well first of all, I have yet to sit in a C6 but in the pic you look about 8 feet tall... so I'd say, NEITHER, you need a VERT for the headroom!! I'm 6'2" in my bare feet and I've read where the C6's are shorter and less headroom, etc... If your taller than I am and you sure look it, I'd let that be my first consideration... 
Personally, I'd always buy what I want.. not what some poll told me...
It's your car man!! 
Personally, I'd always buy what I want.. not what some poll told me...
It's your car man!!
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Originally Posted by XtrmeC5
I agree, By the Z06 and mod the hell out of it, The C6 is alot smaller on the inside than that of the C5. I like the C6 , but I wouldn't trade my C5 for one....
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I'd get a 2004 Z06 with the Z16 package - love the looks. Otherwise, probably go with the C6.
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Originally Posted by FLYNAVY30
You are currently vetteless and have the money to buy either a 2003 Z06 or a 2006 Z51 coupe.....which do you buy?????
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I went with the C6. You've had the Z, try something different. It's still a Vette and I believe that they have made some refinements in the new model. I'm also supportive of "buy the newest you can", you'll have more warranty available with the C6 as well. Lastly, I'm also a fan of the removable rood and the Z just won't have that. You start out with some pretty good ponies with the C6 and with a few bolt on's I believe you'd be happy with the sound and the performance.
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