Much too irresponsible. Driving on a permit without a licensed driver in the car. Shows total disregard for the law. You better hope that you don't hit anyone. Your mom will lose everything that she has and you won't get a license for a very long time.
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The C5 has way more potential with the LS1 over the 4.6 Litre Mustang motor even with the Supercharger -
The LS1 can have a bolt on Supercharger package and get 550+ RWHP easily - with a few minor upgrades you can have much more.
I suggest doing a search on Youtube on the C5 Vs Cobra Mustang and see what usually happens
Mustangs are okay but the overall potential of the Vette over the Mustang is huge!
Thanks,Matt
The LS1 can have a bolt on Supercharger package and get 550+ RWHP easily - with a few minor upgrades you can have much more.
I suggest doing a search on Youtube on the C5 Vs Cobra Mustang and see what usually happens
Mustangs are okay but the overall potential of the Vette over the Mustang is huge!
Thanks,Matt
I'm not ******* corvette's. I have one, and love it. But you are comparing what is one of the best most durable out of the box musclecars made in recent times. Not many cars out there made I can think of where you can almost triple the hp without digging into the block. And extract more hp so cheaply. Heck, just a pulley change tune and presto....big power
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You know ? Something to,,, at his age Marine one he has to think about the women. He might not can handle the pressure. That vette is sure going to draw then but then all men are not created equal. Might be more than the boy can stand.
Might better stick with the mustang OP.........................
Might better stick with the mustang OP.........................
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As stated to hotstang I drive with my permit because my mom is disabled
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Man....I seem like the bad guy here in this thread. I love my vette and all but then again, it's as far from stock as humanly possible. Here is another wrong piece of info. By potential your obviously referencing hp. A stock termi block will hold down WAAAYYYY more power than an ls1. It's not even in the same ballpark. A stock termi can hold down 800hp all day long, in some cases up to 1k STOCK. I know, I have one and additionally know probably a dozen first hand from friends that are between 800-1k. There is no way I'd be making close to the 1k I am on my vette with a stock ls1. I had to spend considerably more to get my vette where it's at because of the need to do a fully forged 408 to make that type of power. They're not even in the same ballpark. Furthermore, you can get a cobra 500+ rwhp for pennies compared to the suggestion you made of blowing the c5.
I'm not ******* corvette's. I have one, and love it. But you are comparing what is one of the best most durable out of the box musclecars made in recent times. Not many cars out there made I can think of where you can almost triple the hp without digging into the block. And extract more hp so cheaply. Heck, just a pulley change tune and presto....big power
I'm not ******* corvette's. I have one, and love it. But you are comparing what is one of the best most durable out of the box musclecars made in recent times. Not many cars out there made I can think of where you can almost triple the hp without digging into the block. And extract more hp so cheaply. Heck, just a pulley change tune and presto....big power
I'm sure they'll love you over there.
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I own a 02 c5 and my wife drives an 04 GT Mustang. They are just different cars. The Vette is lower and has a better suspension from the factory. It drives more like a sports car should. My vette has cheaper insurance then my GT and gets better MPG. I think the Vette is more comfortable, but it is harder to get in and out of. Wife thinks the mustang is more comfortable. Lot's cool gadgets in the Vette, but each costs $ to fix when they have issues. I've always wanted a vette, and my wife has always wanted a mustang; I prefer my vette, she would prefer the cobra.
The mustang has a better stereo. The exhaust sounds better and is much cheaper to mod additionally, our mustang has had less "issues". In the four years I've owned my mustang, all I've had to do is replace an alternator and battery. In one year that I've owned the vette, it has had a window motor issue, steering sensor failure, an EGR relay issue, EBCM issues, LED issue in HVAC unit. I also have to add a CLB thing to prevent the steering wheel from locking up. The Vette is cooler, parts seem to cost considerably more than any vehicle I've ever owned (Harley Davidson included).
My opinion....be prepared, you won't like it.
If I were you, I'd keep the newer, reliable car that you already own. Then after you start making enough money to actually cover ALL of your own expenses, buy the car that makes you happy. Earning your own way has huge benefits down the road, more than a fast car today. This is how people end up with huge credit issues. They have to get something today even if they can't afford it. Just my opinion. Good luck with whatever you choose.
The mustang has a better stereo. The exhaust sounds better and is much cheaper to mod additionally, our mustang has had less "issues". In the four years I've owned my mustang, all I've had to do is replace an alternator and battery. In one year that I've owned the vette, it has had a window motor issue, steering sensor failure, an EGR relay issue, EBCM issues, LED issue in HVAC unit. I also have to add a CLB thing to prevent the steering wheel from locking up. The Vette is cooler, parts seem to cost considerably more than any vehicle I've ever owned (Harley Davidson included).
My opinion....be prepared, you won't like it.
If I were you, I'd keep the newer, reliable car that you already own. Then after you start making enough money to actually cover ALL of your own expenses, buy the car that makes you happy. Earning your own way has huge benefits down the road, more than a fast car today. This is how people end up with huge credit issues. They have to get something today even if they can't afford it. Just my opinion. Good luck with whatever you choose.
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I own a 02 c5 and my wife drives an 04 GT Mustang. They are just different cars. The Vette is lower and has a better suspension from the factory. It drives more like a sports car should. My vette has cheaper insurance then my GT and gets better MPG. I think the Vette is more comfortable, but it is harder to get in and out of. Wife thinks the mustang is more comfortable. Lot's cool gadgets in the Vette, but each costs $ to fix when they have issues. I've always wanted a vette, and my wife has always wanted a mustang; I prefer my vette, she would prefer the cobra.
The mustang has a better stereo. The exhaust sounds better and is much cheaper to mod additionally, our mustang has had less "issues". In the four years I've owned my mustang, all I've had to do is replace an alternator and battery. In one year that I've owned the vette, it has had a window motor issue, steering sensor failure, an EGR relay issue, EBCM issues, LED issue in HVAC unit. I also have to add a CLB thing to prevent the steering wheel from locking up. The Vette is cooler, parts seem to cost considerably more than any vehicle I've ever owned (Harley Davidson included).
My opinion....be prepared, you won't like it.
If I were you, I'd keep the newer, reliable car that you already own. Then after you start making enough money to actually cover ALL of your own expenses, buy the car that makes you happy. Earning your own way has huge benefits down the road, more than a fast car today. This is how people end up with huge credit issues. They have to get something today even if they can't afford it. Just my opinion. Good luck with whatever you choose.
The mustang has a better stereo. The exhaust sounds better and is much cheaper to mod additionally, our mustang has had less "issues". In the four years I've owned my mustang, all I've had to do is replace an alternator and battery. In one year that I've owned the vette, it has had a window motor issue, steering sensor failure, an EGR relay issue, EBCM issues, LED issue in HVAC unit. I also have to add a CLB thing to prevent the steering wheel from locking up. The Vette is cooler, parts seem to cost considerably more than any vehicle I've ever owned (Harley Davidson included).
My opinion....be prepared, you won't like it.
If I were you, I'd keep the newer, reliable car that you already own. Then after you start making enough money to actually cover ALL of your own expenses, buy the car that makes you happy. Earning your own way has huge benefits down the road, more than a fast car today. This is how people end up with huge credit issues. They have to get something today even if they can't afford it. Just my opinion. Good luck with whatever you choose.
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Whatsup man. I bought a c5 artic white frc with sum mods with 30 k for 17 cash looks badass. Ive never got so many chicks before!!! Chicks love the ride. They liked my truck but dude a corvette at our age is just baller!! Corvette mann.
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I don't know now,,....... someone your age should be thinking about fun and the choice is clear on that one. Girls or should I say women ,,,, like vettes,,, Guys like Mustangs,, .......UNLESS,,,,,,,,, NO,,, I HOPE,,,,,
Surely NOT.....!!!!!
Surely NOT.....!!!!!
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Get the Cobra.
You sound like you want a car for a status symbol. I think Vettes should be owned by people that like cars and can be appreciated for what they really are. The SVT has a fully built engine that will last forever and a day if it's un-modded. The Vette must be cared for by someone that likes cars and knows how to care for one.
I don't mean to sound like a dick, but I'm not going to impose my opinion of liking the Vette on you just because I personally like it more. The Vette REQUIRES more maintenance and work at the same time as it requires a lot more attention to detail. Considering that you're coming from a V6 Mustang and you seem to care about looking like a celebrity, I'm sure I'm not too far off when I say you probably don't know what is actually involved in the up-keep on either of these cars. Also, parts for the SVT are going to be a LOT cheaper to replace than on the Vette... Aftermarket mufflers alone cost $1,000.
Just my 2 cents.
You sound like you want a car for a status symbol. I think Vettes should be owned by people that like cars and can be appreciated for what they really are. The SVT has a fully built engine that will last forever and a day if it's un-modded. The Vette must be cared for by someone that likes cars and knows how to care for one.
I don't mean to sound like a dick, but I'm not going to impose my opinion of liking the Vette on you just because I personally like it more. The Vette REQUIRES more maintenance and work at the same time as it requires a lot more attention to detail. Considering that you're coming from a V6 Mustang and you seem to care about looking like a celebrity, I'm sure I'm not too far off when I say you probably don't know what is actually involved in the up-keep on either of these cars. Also, parts for the SVT are going to be a LOT cheaper to replace than on the Vette... Aftermarket mufflers alone cost $1,000.
Just my 2 cents.
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I consider most of the people on this forum Corvette folks, not car guys. To mention a Mustang or some other make of vehicle here (whether by someone young or old) is an insult to their manhood.
