[Z06] Hey everyone, newb here.
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1st Gear
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: Oxford MA
Hey everyone, newb here.
Anyways I want to introduce myself before anything. I am Kevin I am 20 years old and I am a mechanic by trade and I am also a US Marine.
I just acquired a job that allows me to spend a good amount on a vehicle.
I am torn between a c5 vette and a terminator.
I was wondering whats the difference between the c5 and the c5 zo6 and as far as bolt ons go, how do they fair on these cars? Are they worth it.
Anyways thanks and hope everyone had a good easter.
Oh and this is one of the vettes I was looking at.
z06
I just acquired a job that allows me to spend a good amount on a vehicle.
I am torn between a c5 vette and a terminator.
I was wondering whats the difference between the c5 and the c5 zo6 and as far as bolt ons go, how do they fair on these cars? Are they worth it.
Anyways thanks and hope everyone had a good easter.
Oh and this is one of the vettes I was looking at.
z06
Burning Brakes
Joined: Nov 2002
Posts: 1,018
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From: Deltona Fl.
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Anyways I want to introduce myself before anything. I am Kevin I am 20 years old and I am a mechanic by trade and I am also a US Marine.
I just acquired a job that allows me to spend a good amount on a vehicle.
I am torn between a c5 vette and a terminator.
I was wondering whats the difference between the c5 and the c5 zo6 and as far as bolt ons go, how do they fair on these cars? Are they worth it.
Anyways thanks and hope everyone had a good easter.
Oh and this is one of the vettes I was looking at.
z06
I just acquired a job that allows me to spend a good amount on a vehicle.
I am torn between a c5 vette and a terminator.
I was wondering whats the difference between the c5 and the c5 zo6 and as far as bolt ons go, how do they fair on these cars? Are they worth it.
Anyways thanks and hope everyone had a good easter.
Oh and this is one of the vettes I was looking at.
z06
Heel & Toe
Joined: Apr 2009
Posts: 17
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Welcome kev i am new myself and its a pleasure meeting you. I just bought a 02 c5z last week and i must say it is a beast. I sold a 02 ws6 with alot of mods and this car is right in the neighborhood on motor.
Scottie
Scottie
Team Owner
Joined: Dec 2008
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From: Honolulu HI
Welcome. I would say that if you have the means to pick up a C5Z, I would go that route, but it all depends on what you like. If you don't want a vert or targa, and you prefer 6sp to manual...C5Z is the obvious choice. 
Plenty of good deals on used bolt-ons in the parts section. I would recommend a CAI and some LT's, and then just enjoy the car until you want to go to H/C or FI...if you even go down that path.
Plenty of good deals on used bolt-ons in the parts section. I would recommend a CAI and some LT's, and then just enjoy the car until you want to go to H/C or FI...if you even go down that path.
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From: Communist Colorado
On my second 2002Z. Get one! My son is a Marine too. 0311 3F6 Hes coming home for 10 days after about an 8 month deployment....we cant wait to see him! Semper Fi & thak you for your commitment to our country.
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I come from the land of the Blue Oval, having said that, I can tell you if you're looking for a car that you can really drive, the Z06 is the answer.
There's really so much to offer, but I'll put it simply. From the first time you drive the car you'll notice that it does a much better job communicating the conditions back to the driver, and a great job putting the power to use. The biggest suprise is 26MPG on the freeway, 18MPG city!!!
There's really so much to offer, but I'll put it simply. From the first time you drive the car you'll notice that it does a much better job communicating the conditions back to the driver, and a great job putting the power to use. The biggest suprise is 26MPG on the freeway, 18MPG city!!!
Racer
Joined: Apr 2008
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From: Arizona
I come from the land of the Blue Oval, having said that, I can tell you if you're looking for a car that you can really drive, the Z06 is the answer.
There's really so much to offer, but I'll put it simply. From the first time you drive the car you'll notice that it does a much better job communicating the conditions back to the driver, and a great job putting the power to use. The biggest suprise is 26MPG on the freeway, 18MPG city!!!
There's really so much to offer, but I'll put it simply. From the first time you drive the car you'll notice that it does a much better job communicating the conditions back to the driver, and a great job putting the power to use. The biggest suprise is 26MPG on the freeway, 18MPG city!!!
