Why C5 over C6?
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From: Visalia CA
Like almost all the other C5 owners, I like the styling of the C5 better than the C6.
As far as why I bought a C5? Couldn't afford a C6!
However, If I had to choose between a '05 C6 and a '04 C5 with comperable mileage and same price, I would go for the C5 in a hearbeat!
As far as why I bought a C5? Couldn't afford a C6!
However, If I had to choose between a '05 C6 and a '04 C5 with comperable mileage and same price, I would go for the C5 in a hearbeat!
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From: Waldorf MD
I have actually grown to like the C6 exposed headlights, especially the HID light output and all of the electronic gadgetry.
The 08 interior upgrades and wheels look nice and I could see myself driving one. I still like the styling of the C5 better but the biggest obstacle for me to overcome is the fact that MY C5 IS PAID FOR!
The 08 interior upgrades and wheels look nice and I could see myself driving one. I still like the styling of the C5 better but the biggest obstacle for me to overcome is the fact that MY C5 IS PAID FOR!