Model differences
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Model differences
Hello, I'm new to the forum and vettes as well. I'm looking to find a C5 or a C6, but am a complete noob. I know this has probably been asked several times, but I couldn't get anywhere with the search feature.
Can someone please point me to a web page or thread that would have the specs on different models such as: 3lt, z51, frc etc...
Thanks for your help
Can someone please point me to a web page or thread that would have the specs on different models such as: 3lt, z51, frc etc...
Thanks for your help
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I don't think such a page or list exists except in the minds of those who frequent these forums. To get you started:
3LT - This is an interior package identifier; the higher the number the better the interior. 4LT is the top package.
Z51 - This is a performance suspension package that is better than the base model but not quite as stiff as the Z06. This applies to both C5s and C6s.
FRC - This is an acronym for "fixed roof coupe" and refers to the pre-Z06 hardtop model available in the early years of the C5. This could also stand for "fuel rail covers" depending on the context.
Hope this helps.
3LT - This is an interior package identifier; the higher the number the better the interior. 4LT is the top package.
Z51 - This is a performance suspension package that is better than the base model but not quite as stiff as the Z06. This applies to both C5s and C6s.
FRC - This is an acronym for "fixed roof coupe" and refers to the pre-Z06 hardtop model available in the early years of the C5. This could also stand for "fuel rail covers" depending on the context.
Hope this helps.
Last edited by Corvette_Ed; Jul 4, 2013 at 09:29 AM.
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From: Rotonda West, FL 2015 Z51 M7 3LT
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Yeah, I think all of the information is here, and elsewhere, I've just not seen it in one lump. Look at it as an exercise in learning how to use the advanced search facility, which is a good thing in itself. 
Also worthwhile to check out the stickies at the top of the page.
Also worthwhile to check out the stickies at the top of the page.
Le Mans Master
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This site could help you but it'd be a lot of comparing pages. All of the years info is there.
http://www.vettefacts.com/C5/2003.aspx
http://www.vettefacts.com/C5/2003.aspx
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I believe that www.corvetteactioncenter has a complete list of all models and changes from year to year.
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we were in same position couple months back and a couple people sent us very helpful lists and i suspect they will do the same for you . we found the c5 to be a much better choice than c6 for us .
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This site could help you but it'd be a lot of comparing pages. All of the years info is there.
http://www.vettefacts.com/C5/2003.aspx
http://www.vettefacts.com/C5/2003.aspx
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From: Rotonda West, FL 2015 Z51 M7 3LT
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Actually, I just went back and checked and all of this information is available in the "Buying/Tech" files sticky at the top of the page.
I really suggest that folks take a peek there first.
I really suggest that folks take a peek there first.
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From: Rotonda West, FL 2015 Z51 M7 3LT
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Very true! I'd suggest going with the stickies first, both in the General and Tech forums. They were made stickies because the forum management/members deemed them being worthwhile information.
Especially 'cause I got it for $16.