Streetable_Muscle

Im looking into getting a Z06 vette but am not to familiar with the little things with the cars

im looking for a C5 corvette z06 and im wondering if anyone would give me the low down on the Z06's from 01-03

what engine do they have(is it the 5.7 or the 6.0), whats the differences between a normal c5 and a Z06 etc etc

what does Z06 stand for. any info that i can obtain is highly appreciated !!

Thanks

GenerationX1

Here you go man this is a start for you. Read away!!

http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/...l#.UIYWCWdnwoM

Vetteman Jack

The C5 Z06 has the 5.7 L in it. I have a number of files that talk about the C5 cars and if you'd like a copy, just PM me your e-mail address.

Meanwhile, these files might get you started.

Streetable_Muscle

okay so now that you guys have supplied me right off the bat with the info i was looking for

it seems to me that for the buyer i am, buying a Z06 isnt worth it, what is the difference in HP ratins between the two motors ?

i am planning to build a street car, so regardless, between the z06 and just the basic c5 coupe. i will be building either one. so the z06 seems like a waste of money to me now.

ill be able to be just as fast and faster with basically the same exact car with a big price difference when it comes to purchasing one. opposed to be purchasing a mid mileage z06 instead of low mileage c5 coupe

my price range is 15-20k. opinions welcomed !!

Thanks

Toque

Talk to owners that have owned both a Coupe, and a Z06 before you discount the Z06 improvements over a Coupe.

Toque

racebum

if you're spending 20 you can get nice early c6's as well, also a thought

the z06 is a lot more car stock vs stock. engine is more responsive and it's about half a second faster in the 1/4 mile and more so on the road course. you have a lot of little things in the Z along with the ability to run stock in autocross. in most cities modded cars boot you into unlimited.

if you're modding the hell out of the car it doesn't matter which you start with. many improvements in the c5 are from 2001 onward. if you get a c5 i would try and stay 2001+ unless you get a smoking deal

Streetable_Muscle

well i mean, from looking around constantly for Z06 vettes in the 01-03 range , the price doesnt seem to steady, its jumps all around. can some one give me a fair price for an 01 vette with roughly 40-50 thousand miles

James2002z06

Please go and buy yourself a car

Streetable_Muscle

what is that suppost to mean ?

James2002z06

Sell your Dodge and go and buy yourself a corvette that's what this means

James2002z06

I read some of your post last week about your Charger " you at one time wanted to do mods so that it could reach its potential
We can't satisfy your desire only you know what is best one of the members posted for you to go and test drive as many as you could have you done this ? And one guy ask u to look into what most common mods for the corvette would run you have you done this yet .. I'm not being a jerk at all Just do some research my man your answers are right there

Streetable_Muscle

i wish it was that easy, i need to find the right car, and im trying to learn very quickly, and everyone on here is being very helpful

the thing is, i really only want black, and i really only want a 01' z06 and i really only want 50-60k max miles on it, and i want it for under 21,000.....please tell me if im day dreaming ..

jcsperson

It's pretty easy to add most of the things that a Z06 has except the transmission gear ratios. My C5 coupe has an upgraded engine, C5 Z06 titanium catback, and C6 Z51 sways and C6 Z06 shocks, so performance isn't an issue.

Some folks just like the hardtop and some like the ability to take the roof panel off. I like both. YMMV.

Good luck.

James2002z06

The 01 and 04 look the same mine had I think 36,000 on it I gave 20,000 for it over the past year or so I've dumped close to 15,000 or into it and The car is worth that .... But it's mine and like most on here that don't care either the more you spend on one over time the prettier or faster it will be come

LiteraCola

Take it from me. Never rush into buying a car. That's how you get screwed or stuck with a crap car. Take your time. Test drive as many as you can.
I've owned a '98 base coupe and sold it for an '02 Z06. Basically the whole feel of the car is different. The ride is better, there's obviously more power, the handling is better, yadda yadda yadda. I do, however, miss having the ability to remove the roof panel (since the Z has a fixed roof).
Money-wise, for what you want, I'd say go with an 01+ coupe, and with the money you'll save not buying a Z, you could do a few mods and make it what you want.

Personally, I have always wanted a Z06. And had I waited and saved a little more money instead of rushing into buying my '98 (yes, I settled to "save money"), it would have saved me money and a hell of a lot of trouble. Ugh, I can't count how many times I saw the "Reduced Engine Power" message and dealt with bucking and surging issues. Damn car.

P.S. I paid $16,500 for my '98 (65K mi) in 2010. And in early 2011, I bought my Z06 (28K mi) for $24K. Nothing like finally getting what you've always wanted.

6 Shooter

http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/specs/c5/index.html