c5-c6 comparison
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Unless you could get an '06 or newer C6 for the $30K mark, I'd recommend the C5Z. Yes, you don't have a removable top, but the performance capabilities are great and you should be able to get a really low mileage '04 Z for that money or less.
Don't get me wrong, I like the C6, but I just like the looks of the C5 better.
Don't get me wrong, I like the C6, but I just like the looks of the C5 better.
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Could probably get more for your money in going with either a regular C5 coupe or convertible. Other that that I would go for the C6 coupe.
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I love my C5Z and I really like the C6. My biggest complaint with the C6 is the interior. If you took the crossed flags off the steering wheel and happend to wake up in the driver's seat of the C6, you'd NEVER know you were in a Corvette. The dash and instrument panel could just as easily be in Buick Regal.
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I own one of both generations and like them both, the C5 is a great design and more affordable, the newer C6 took me a few years to warm up to the non-popup headlights, and I like the fit and finish better in the C6 and in my case the LS3 is a great stock platform
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In the end, pick the right color and body style or you will regret it later.
