[Z06] C5Z or Base C6 as a DD
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Drifting
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C5Z or Base C6 as a DD
Im ready to retire my DD, which is my beloved built G8 GT. She will be a garage queen like my C6Z once I get the paint corrected on her. Now im in search of another DD. Itll either be a base C6 non GS or a C5 Z. Idc about the gas mileage, since im getting sh*tty gas mileage now. Im really more concerned about performance if I decide to mod the car (Im assuming I would). Which car would have better gains? Which car would essentially be an overall better car? I somewhat know what im already expecting from a base C6, but how bout the C5Z? Dont really know that much about the LS6 engines nor C5Z for that matter.
Thought?
Thought?
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From: oregon
depends on what you want
mpg is similar
c5z has better suspension out of the box, feels more nimble
c6 has a more modern appearance, a targa top, will do better with potholes and rough roads, better headlights, better seats
c5z all else equal should be a little cheaper, is a little faster than an ls2 car
really it's a pros/cons list, write out what you want
mpg is similar
c5z has better suspension out of the box, feels more nimble
c6 has a more modern appearance, a targa top, will do better with potholes and rough roads, better headlights, better seats
c5z all else equal should be a little cheaper, is a little faster than an ls2 car
really it's a pros/cons list, write out what you want
Safety Car
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From: Greensboro Nc
Money wasn't an issue when I bought my car between c5z and c6. C5z was a better fit for me based on looks and that racecar feel it provides. The c6 seemed dull in comparison. Couldn't be happier with my choice.
Melting Slicks
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From: Los Angeles
c6 felt too big to me when I test drove it. The one I test drove even had a cam in it and I wasnt impressed with the overall feel of the car. Maybe if it would have had the z51 package, that would have been different.
I like the c5z because it was cheaper, and proven to be bulletproof (minus the valvespring issues 02-03, I bought 04), and had a PASSION you could feel that went into the car's production.
I like the c5z because it was cheaper, and proven to be bulletproof (minus the valvespring issues 02-03, I bought 04), and had a PASSION you could feel that went into the car's production.
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Drifting
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Can you guys point me to known issues of the c5z.. Theres a C5Z 2 miles away from where I live. Low miles.. less than 20k for 16-18k . Not bad imo. I cant find a decent C6 for less than 25k and low miles.
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St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'11
As a DD I would definitely pick the C6 over a C5Z... More creature comforts for everyday.. heated seats.. NAVI, much better headlights.. targa top to switch things up in summer.. ride is quite a bit softer.. slightly better seats.
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From: oregon
links?
there are no known issues besides the valve springs which are cheap to replace and the plastic trim around the windows leaks with age
Le Mans Master
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From: The Motor City
If I weren't going to track my car and it was just a DD, I'd have a C6. It's much more livable as a street car. If price doesn't matter, I would get an LS3 / Z51 car just to have the better engine and slightly sportier suspension.
Melting Slicks
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From: Denton Texas
for a DD I would for sure go with base c6
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Burning Brakes
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From: King George VA
That being said, I would never DD MY C5Z for fear of it getting dirty and beaten up by rocks and idiot-drivers. The C6 would be a better DD in my opinion, if comfort is your thing.