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Sep 18, 2006 | 11:43 PM

kisypher

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question between 2001 and 2002

i really don't know too much about c5 corvettes. i have been a c4 guy for years but tomorrow my wife is letting me get a newer one. i can choose between a 2001 base coupe with 28k or a 2002 Z06 with 23k. the difference in monthly payments is about $85/month. would the Z06 be worth the extra $$ per month?

Sep 18, 2006 | 11:45 PM

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Drive both then decide. For me - long distance cruiser go with the coupe. Weekend autocrosser, mountain road carver - go with the Z06.

Sep 18, 2006 | 11:50 PM

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really depends on what you like. I enjoy being able to take the roof off myself thats what kept my away from the z06. If thats not a big deal to you go for the z06

Sep 19, 2006 | 12:22 AM

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Yes! Unless you want the removable roof.

Sep 19, 2006 | 12:42 AM

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I would get the Z06 and never look back

I have a coupe and have only taken the top off a few times so that doesnt really matter to me. I wish I would have gone with the extra HP over the removable top.

Sep 19, 2006 | 01:35 AM

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Don't rule out a convertible either, after having verts, I would never own a hard top, even to race with(I do) if the car will be on the street at all.

Sep 19, 2006 | 05:56 AM

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If you can afford the extra $, go for the Z06. The extra power can be intoxicating. But like most things, it depends on what your real needs are for a car.

Sep 19, 2006 | 06:32 AM

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If you have to ask the question, I would suggest the coupe. $85/month for how many months? You can always buy more power/handling if you think you need it. Have you driven either one?