Automatic or 6 Speed
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Automatic or 6 Speed
Well, as I said last week, I just bought a 2001 coupe with an automatic, I could not pass this baby up, it only had 12,400 miles and loaded, and bought it for $27,000. At the time I did not know if I wanted a 6 speed or not, I love this baby but sometimes I think a 6 speed would be great. All you experts (This is my first Vette) give me your choices/opinions. Thanks I love this forum.
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I asked the same earlier today and here is the link. I did a search like suggested and found some good opinions .
Sweet looking ride are you in Colorado??
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1&forum_id=103
Sweet looking ride are you in Colorado??
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...1&forum_id=103
Last edited by snakeman56; Mar 2, 2006 at 02:59 PM. Reason: spelling
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I love the A4 with the 3:15s and I can't wait until I get my 3:42s. Just use the shifter and shift through the gears. Makes it more fun. BTW, get a tranny cooler now, this was my first mod and it sure keeps my fluid cooler.
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I have converted mustangs in the past and the hardest part of converting them was removing the dash and putting in the pedal setup. The cost of the conversion will not be cheap.
Your car looks great! Are those Corsa's with tigershark tailpipes?
Your car looks great! Are those Corsa's with tigershark tailpipes?
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Nice looking car, but there is no way we can discuss this again...
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...l&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...l&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...d&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...l&forum_id=103
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...l&forum_id=103
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Originally Posted by DAGORED-C5
Thanks snakeman, didn't know about this, just a newbie
Enjoy
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Originally Posted by jostrichm
Who cares? 
You already bought the thing so what difference will it make now? I never really understand these "what should I choose?" posts...
oh, and
You already bought the thing so what difference will it make now? I never really understand these "what should I choose?" posts...oh, and
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Originally Posted by snakeman56
What is it with some of you guys? You never asked a question before? I thought this was a forum to ask question and get opinions. Take a chill pill!!!!!!!
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Originally Posted by jostrichm
Who cares? You already bought the thing so what difference will it make now? I never really understand these "what should I choose?" posts...
oh, and
You already bought the thing so what difference will it make now? I never really understand these "what should I choose?" posts...oh, and
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Originally Posted by Halfway
A simple search can keep our beautiful C5 General Forum uncluttered and easy to find answers to all the questions we may have.
Yes, but sometimes that "simple" search doesn't work. And other times a newcomer will be so excited to be a part of this beautiful C5 General Forum, that they may not use the "simple" search.
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I've been around here for a while (coming up on three years). And in that time one of the most common threads is the auto vs. MN6 discussion. I've seen it more times than I care to remember.
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
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Originally Posted by blacksedan87
I've been around here for a while (coming up on three years). And in that time one of the most common threads is the auto vs. MN6 discussion. I've seen it more times than I care to remember.
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
100% Thats why I posted 4 or 5 threads to help him out!
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Originally Posted by DAGORED-C5
Well, as I said last week, I just bought a 2001 coupe with an automatic, I could not pass this baby up, it only had 12,400 miles and loaded, and bought it for $27,000. At the time I did not know if I wanted a 6 speed or not, I love this baby but sometimes I think a 6 speed would be great. All you experts (This is my first Vette) give me your choices/opinions. Thanks I love this forum.
You've got the car so enjoy what you have. If you find that it's not to your liking, there's a really simple way to resolve that too. This poor horse gets flogged possibly once a week. It deserves to rest in peace.
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Originally Posted by blacksedan87
I've been around here for a while (coming up on three years). And in that time one of the most common threads is the auto vs. MN6 discussion. I've seen it more times than I care to remember.
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
But - let's try to be respectful of the fact that someone new here doesn't know what's been discussed in the past. If the oldtimers are tired of hearing these same questions and discussions - move along, don't bother to post or even read the thread for that matter. I agree that the search function could or should be utilized when possible - but let's just remember we were all "newbies" once ourselves.
Sorry if I came off like I'm scolding - I'm not. This is just my opinion, that's all. Peace - my brothers and sisters!
Oh - BTW....Nice car and great pic DAGORED-C5! Congrats!
People have been a lil testy on some of the threads here lately... Maybe once we have great weather we can have more VETTE driving time and feel much better. peace
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I love my 6-speed, but if I lived in an area where there was a lot of traffic, I would have no problems owning an auto. Put in a new set of rear gears and a few other mods, and you'll have a car that will be a blast to drive.
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Originally Posted by Halfway
100% Thats why I posted 4 or 5 threads to help him out!Here's the thing guys - I'm not the Forum police, and I'm certainly in no position to tell anyone what to do. My point was simply an observation.
Originally Posted by man00dude
People have been a lil testy on some of the threads here lately... Maybe once we have great weather we can have more VETTE driving time and feel much better. peace