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Oct 9, 2008 | 11:00 AM

vinceg

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Any diff. 99 to 2002

I have been looking to buy A C5 . Is there A reason not to go with a low milage 99 ? I have 87 C4 that is really clean that I have had for 17 years.

Oct 9, 2008 | 11:05 AM

ksvette74

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nope, no reason at all. in 2k they got new wheels, and also around 2002 they found a little more horse/torque. like 5/10 I think. I also think that was due to an intake swap to the ls2 intake sometime around there. But, I have a mid-mileage 99, and Love it. I say go for it.

colors also changed.

Oct 9, 2008 | 11:08 AM

silverbullit99

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From: Montreal ** Enjoy the ride !!

I have a 99, nooooo problems with it . The 2000 up have nicer wheels but you can always oic up a new set and replace those wagon wheels that come on the 99.

Oct 9, 2008 | 11:09 AM

BigSexy181971

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I agree pick it up. You will love it. The 97-98 are limited in your alternative ways to tune with handhelds I believe.

Someone a lot smarter then me can answer this with facts though.

Oct 9, 2008 | 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by vinceg87

I have been looking to buy A C5 . Is there A reason not to go with a low milage 99 ? I have 87 C4 that is really clean that I have had for 17 years.

I think one of the main reason i went with the 2002 its eaiser to get a loan on, and a 99 is already a 9yr old car and way harder to get a loan on. If you arnt needing a loan for the full amout go with the 99 and mod it. If you can afford the 2002 i would go with that just to have a "newer" vette. Either way you will love your C5 and post pics when you get it.

Oct 9, 2008 | 11:54 AM

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If you'll read the sticky at the top of the C5 General page, you'll learn everything about the models.

Oct 9, 2008 | 12:47 PM

vinceg

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Thanx guys

Thanks for your help.

Oct 9, 2008 | 12:51 PM

DefenderC5

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I have a 99 and I have had no issues with it. 2001+ had a little more hp and some more torque, (LS6 intake, slightly different cam etc). If you are going to mod it, a 99 would be perfect. If you want to stay stock, I'd probably try for a newer one.

Regardless of year, get one with a HUD and sport seats