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[Z06] Tough Decision. HELP
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Tough Decision. HELP
Hello everyone. I posted this because I am in the middle of a decision threshold between two very nice C5 Z06's, and I was hoping you guys could help me out with this one. Both of these cars are precious because there aren't many Z06 for sale around here. The big reason of this choice is basically the color. Black will look good with almost all ext. modifications while Red will just be a good all-around color.
One is a Black/red interior '01 Z06 with 50,000 miles. It is in nice condition and is stock as far as I know besides an aftermarket stereo system and unknown aftermarket tail pipes. The website doesn't have a spec sheet on the car. It cost $21k.
The other one is a Red/black interior '03 Z06 with only 20,000 miles on it. It is completely stock. I think it is a very nice deal for only $25,000.
2001 Z06 (black)
http://www.morrisonmotorco.com/displ...theme=morrison
2003 Z06 (red)
http://www.autotrader.com/dealers/dd...=&cardist=5693
Please help..
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Melting Slicks
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Both look like they are in good condition and you wouldn’t go wrong with either though between the two I would choose the red 03. Other than the 01 having less power black is going to be a PITA to keep clean unless it's a garage queen. They sure do look sharp clean and polished up though.
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Black or Red
I had a Black 01 and now have 03 Red with the mod red interior. From upkeep stand point its red all the way. But man Black with mod red is nice. I think I would go with the lower miles on this one though. Nice choices. Good Luck.
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Red 03. Lower miles and newer. Newer is better when it comes to these cars. There are differences in 01 vs 03's. With these cars you are better going newer and lower miles.
I see your in NC. There seems to be alot NC'ers on this forum. I would check the For Sale section here as well.
I see your in NC. There seems to be alot NC'ers on this forum. I would check the For Sale section here as well.
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If it has original tires bring that to the seller's attention because they are probably 6-7 years old and will need to be replaced so there's nearly a $1000 you can add to the sticker price!!!
If original tires offer $21,500.
If original tires offer $21,500.