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Jan 30, 2007 | 07:39 PM

blkZ28Conv

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Z06 wider???

Is the C5 Z06 wider than the C5 Coupe or Convertible?
The reason I ask is because I replaced my C5 Coupe with a Z06 and when pulling in the garage it seems a tighter fit.
Is this just my imagination?
TIA

Jan 30, 2007 | 09:22 PM

zeevette

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They're the same width.

Jan 30, 2007 | 10:32 PM

dagon138

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Well the rims and tires are wider, but that doesn't change it's exterior width.

Jan 30, 2007 | 11:29 PM

ZO-SICK

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It's the Placebo effect...

Jan 31, 2007 | 07:35 AM

blkZ28Conv

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Originally Posted by ZO-SICK

It's the Placebo effect...

I thought so. maybe it the color change T. Red to M. Yellow. I'm seeing more of the extremities of the vehicle via contract.

Thanks guys.

Jan 31, 2007 | 06:10 PM

Monnie

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Originally Posted by blkZ28Conv

...I replaced my C5 Coupe with a Z06 and when pulling in the garage it seems a tighter fit.
Is this just my imagination?
TIA

it's just your smile that is wider

Jan 31, 2007 | 06:47 PM

blkZ28Conv

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Originally Posted by Monnie

it's just your smile that is wider

Sooooooo true. This vehicle is the first sports car I have had in probably 25 years that bring a smile and goose pimples every time I get ready to pull her out and especially after I turn the key. NO

Jan 31, 2007 | 08:20 PM

ICaughtVetteFever

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Wider wheels and tires, plus the brake duct make it appear wider, but it is not.

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Jan 31, 2007 | 09:01 PM

Chuck Harmon

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Einstein’s theory of relativity states that at high velocities the ZO6 should be shorter in length than a regular C5; but, the width will stay the same. I would argue that since the Z even looks fast while sitting still, this effect still holds true, relatively speaking of course.

Chuck