Coupe or Vert
Burning Brakes
Joined: Feb 2006
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No comparison to me. I like the lines of the vert, top down especially, over any other model of Corvette. And nothing beat dropping the top and cruising. Of course, that's why I bought one. Drive them both and take the one you like the best. 
Pro
Joined: Mar 2005
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From: Pittsburgh PA
When I was about to buy my 03AE I was in the same position you are currently in. Here was the logic I used in making my choice. If I was going to use it as a DD, then the coupe was going to be my choice since I was not thrilled with keeping the top clean and the possibility of hearing noise from the rag top did not thrill me either. (BTW I bought a vert and there is no noise). If I was going to use the vette on weekends and special occassions and wanted to reallyfeel young again, then It was going to be the vert. Well, I bought the vert since the thought of being old does not sit well with me.
Oh, 2 other things came into my decision that you probably will not have to deal with.
1. I also have a 78 Corvette Pace car with T tops which I considered close to, in loose terms, the roof concept of the coupe. So I figured I already had a coupe.
2. I am retired and in all my life I never had the nerve to own a vert (I'm really conserative and always thought owning a vert was how should I say it, beign a little flashy, but no more).
The bottom line is that it's your choice but no matter which you pick you will love it. People buy things based on their likes, needs or dislikes and no to individuals are exactly the same.
GOOD LUCK
Oh, 2 other things came into my decision that you probably will not have to deal with.
1. I also have a 78 Corvette Pace car with T tops which I considered close to, in loose terms, the roof concept of the coupe. So I figured I already had a coupe.
2. I am retired and in all my life I never had the nerve to own a vert (I'm really conserative and always thought owning a vert was how should I say it, beign a little flashy, but no more).
The bottom line is that it's your choice but no matter which you pick you will love it. People buy things based on their likes, needs or dislikes and no to individuals are exactly the same.
GOOD LUCK
Melting Slicks
Joined: Apr 2005
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From: PNW Cougar Country WA
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Originally Posted by hawkrob
can't bring myself to decide if I should hold out for a coupe or go for the vert.(although know I will be happy with either one!!) Thanks!
Good Luck, when in doubt ask the Wife 
Last edited by NOWUCME; Mar 26, 2006 at 09:49 PM.
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: "This is not a psychotic episode, but a cleansing moment of clarity."
I dunno. The last guy who asked whether he should buy a vert went with a Z06. 
And a nice one at that.
But I'll give you the same pep rally I gave him:
VERT,VERT,VERT!!
GO CAT, GO!!!
And a nice one at that.But I'll give you the same pep rally I gave him:
VERT,VERT,VERT!!
GO CAT, GO!!!
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From: small town in S.E Pa. PA
St. Jude Donor '03-'04
A Vert with the top up looks like you put a bandaged on it too keep out the elements..
Vert with the top down looks nice...
Vert with the top up is noisy/// much more noisy than a coupe..
Top off a coupe is almost feels as nice as a Vert, I said almost...
Top off a coupe looks almost as nice as a Vert
Top on a Coupe looks right, looks complete... not bandaged.
Vert with the top down looks nice...
Vert with the top up is noisy/// much more noisy than a coupe..
Top off a coupe is almost feels as nice as a Vert, I said almost...
Top off a coupe looks almost as nice as a Vert
Top on a Coupe looks right, looks complete... not bandaged.
Racer
Joined: Nov 2004
Posts: 391
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From: Florence Al
If you ever own a vert you will never have any thing else. My 1st vert was a BMW 325IC which I still have. Buy the hard top and you have 2 cars in 1. When the vette was born what was it. It was a vert one of many to come!! 
Heel & Toe
Joined: Dec 2005
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My vote is for the vert. I bought a 98 vert in November and live in New Hampshire. Like you, use is limited, but it's still my preference. One word of advice, before buying, be sure to put the top down and check for paint damage where the top meets the deck. From what I understand it is quite common to have paint damage there (my vette had some). That being said, the top is well made and provides for a reasonably quiet ride.
Steve
Steve
c5-pewter
Joined: Mar 2006
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From: Coconut Creek Florida 33066
St. Jude Donor '08
cpe or covertible?
Originally Posted by hawkrob
Hey guys, looking at buying a 99 blk vert, I was originally looking for coupe, but now am torn since I really like the convertible. Would appreciate any advice/suggestions from the experts,(any problems with removable panels etc..) as this will be my first one and can't bring myself to decide if I should hold out for a coupe or go for the vert.(although know I will be happy with either one!!) Thanks!
Now, my point is that when I run without the roof, I enjoy the open air ride immensely. There is, of course, an accommodation in the trunk to store the roof, for re-installation if it begins to rain or something. The only adverse situation is that, a coupe running without a top in place exposes the wide trunk cavity behind the seats, which is bound to be highly resistant to smooth airflow. How it affects gas milage I don't know.
Finally, "blacksedan87" has excellent advice too, and if I lived in a climate like that found in sunny AZ, I too would strongly consider a convertible. However, in my circumstance in CT, I feel that I can enjoy the best of both worlds with a cpe.
Enjoy your ride!!!!!!!!!
Regards, GRT
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Burning Brakes
Joined: May 2004
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From: Frederick Md
Before I purchased my C5 (used BTW) the only
DEAL killers I listed were an automatic, or a Coupe...
FRC/Z06's were not excluded I could live with either..
The Coupes just do not light my fire...and don't anyone even try to tell me a coupe with the top off is even somewhat like a Vert...NOT TRUE ...
Bob 76 & 79.... >>>>>> Coupes tops stay on
64 72 & 98 ... >>>>>> Nobody knows what the
top color is...they stay
down...
DEAL killers I listed were an automatic, or a Coupe...
FRC/Z06's were not excluded I could live with either..
The Coupes just do not light my fire...and don't anyone even try to tell me a coupe with the top off is even somewhat like a Vert...NOT TRUE ...
Bob 76 & 79.... >>>>>> Coupes tops stay on
64 72 & 98 ... >>>>>> Nobody knows what the
top color is...they stay
down...
Le Mans Master
Joined: Dec 2005
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From: "This is not a psychotic episode, but a cleansing moment of clarity."
As someone who has owned ragtops off and on for the last 30 years (in other words, as long as I've been driving), I was AMAZED, yes AMAZED at how quiet my vert is with the top up, compared to any other convertible I've owned. The 5 layer top is terrific and couldn't be easier to raise or lower -- pretty much. I get NO wind noise whatsoever when it is up and I am on the freeway. At least not up to 90 MPH.
So don't make any decisions until you've driven a vert. Top up, top down. It's damn near a religious experience.
So don't make any decisions until you've driven a vert. Top up, top down. It's damn near a religious experience.
Let Me Bignofi That For U
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From: I Lack Boundaries
St. Jude Donor '15, '17
My money's on the vert owners liking verts and the coupe owners liking the coupes.
OMG what about the FRCs!!!
I'm getting a removable hardtop for the best of both worlds.
I don't think you can go wrong owning any model of vette.
Use the force to help you decide, then don't forget to
OMG what about the FRCs!!!
I'm getting a removable hardtop for the best of both worlds.
I don't think you can go wrong owning any model of vette.
Use the force to help you decide, then don't forget to