Good price?
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Le Mans Master
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Good price?
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...wphototab=true
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
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just to give you a comparison
I just recently bought an 02 with 42000 miles and in pristine stock condition in Va. for 15000 from a private owner. Being that yours is at a chevy dealer they are probably asking a bit more than a private owner would. It looks good and I think it is neat that you found one that has not been modded at all. I noticed on the carfax that it had the fuel tank replaced but no other problems. I think if it were me I would make an offer of about 12,500 and be willing to go 13,500 max. Don't forget you have to think about 1000 for tax, and inspection and title work, tags maybe tires or some other start out costs. A buyers market and right time of year to buy. Bill
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...wphototab=true
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
Thanks,Matt
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From: Palmdale, Ca----- 2009 Cyber Gray 4LT A6 F55 452 RWHP 422 RWTQ- RIP 1998 C5 734 RWHP & 585 RWTQ-----
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...wphototab=true
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
Thinking of getting into a C5 and found this car. Pretty much base besides the F45 option but the miles are low and the price seems fair. Thoughts?
if not then it has 2.73's but that can be easilly remedied
Thanks,Matt
Thanks,Matt
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06
It looks good and I think it is neat that you found one that has not been modded at all. I noticed on the carfax that it had the fuel tank replaced but no other problems. I think if it were me I would make an offer of about 12,500 and be willing to go 13,500 max. Don't forget you have to think about 1000 for tax, and inspection and title work, tags maybe tires or some other start out costs. A buyers market and right time of year to buy. Bill
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06
Yes it is There are plenty in my Corvette club and I have some basic knowledge of some of the issues you guys have but wondering what it is you would be looking for. Anything specific to the 98 model?
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Check drivers power seat! Make sure it works fine.
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There is one with the same miles, color and price sitting at a dealer close to me in Oregon. It's been there for 6 months. Deal hard.. It's just the beginning of winter!
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If the PCM and motor is just like the LS1 in the Camaro then I'd get at least a '99 and up. The PCM is better for tuning, rod bolt issues, the 806 casting heads vs 241, oil pump and block design, etc. I honestly can't remember everything but it's well covered in the "How to build LS1/LS6 Engines."
I'm looking to confirm this right now.
I'm looking to confirm this right now.
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06
Thanks Jack but I have the general buyers guide I am looking for C5 specific tips
SFC Rik Check on that will do it
Firefighter I am interested to know more about what you posted for sure anyone else have info on the 99 Corvette LS1 being different than the 98? I know the LT1 in Corvettes and Cameros had some slight differences.
SFC Rik Check on that will do it
Firefighter I am interested to know more about what you posted for sure anyone else have info on the 99 Corvette LS1 being different than the 98? I know the LT1 in Corvettes and Cameros had some slight differences.
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Le Mans Master
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06
I did some poking around and yes the rod bolts are suspect in the 98 LS1 at higher rpms and the PCM/Harness is different
98 oil pumps were fine. 99s had the problem
98 have 28# injectors 99-00 have 26# 01-02 have 28#
98 has a Distinct harness 99-02 have a common harness
98 pcms are distinct; 99-02 have a common PCM
Getting a 99+ PCM and appropriate wiring harness will allow you more flexibility in tuning the car.
Also later LS1s had a LS6 intake that was better too.
I do not plan on racing or even modding in anyway so is there any reason to shy away from this car?
98 oil pumps were fine. 99s had the problem
98 have 28# injectors 99-00 have 26# 01-02 have 28#
98 has a Distinct harness 99-02 have a common harness
98 pcms are distinct; 99-02 have a common PCM
Getting a 99+ PCM and appropriate wiring harness will allow you more flexibility in tuning the car.
Also later LS1s had a LS6 intake that was better too.
I do not plan on racing or even modding in anyway so is there any reason to shy away from this car?
Melting Slicks
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I would question the oil pressure.
Reading high for being at idler.
Possibly a sending unit replacement.
Not a simple fix due to where the sending unit is located.
Also see if you can see under the battery area for acid spillage.
Early model are know to have bad batteries,acid gets all over the computer and section of frame.
Use a good flashlight and try to see down in there.
You can also look under the car just behind the pass front wheel for corrosion stain on the frame.
This would be a good indicator of battery acids leaking in the past.
Reading high for being at idler.
Possibly a sending unit replacement.
Not a simple fix due to where the sending unit is located.
Also see if you can see under the battery area for acid spillage.
Early model are know to have bad batteries,acid gets all over the computer and section of frame.
Use a good flashlight and try to see down in there.
You can also look under the car just behind the pass front wheel for corrosion stain on the frame.
This would be a good indicator of battery acids leaking in the past.
Last edited by Dale002; Dec 26, 2010 at 09:09 PM.
