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Old Jun 2, 2015 | 02:50 PM
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Looking for a C5
What specific year should I look for under $20k with less problems and fixable/affordable issues ??
I like targa top or convertible 1998 and up
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There were changes made for the 2001-04 cars that some would say put them in a less problematic catagory... price varies based on Year, Condition, Mileage, and options....
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Ok, I have to ask.
What is the difference between a regular 2004 convertible, and a Commemorative Edition?
Just curious.

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I would hire Mike Peterson to find and buy an 04 for me
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Old Jun 2, 2015 | 09:18 PM
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Ok, I have to ask.
What is the difference between a regular 2004 convertible, and a Commemorative Edition?
Just curious.

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"The 2004 model year 24 Hours of Le Mans Commemorative Edition package was offered as an option for all three C5 models (coupé, convertible, Z06). The package consisted of a special paint color ("Le Mans Blue Metallic"); shale two-tone leather interior (coupés and convertibles only); and wide, silver-and-red stripes optionally applied down the center of the car (Z06 only). Commemorative Edition convertibles received a shale-colored soft top, and the Z06 version (dubbed the "Z16" after its RPO for the Le Mans Commemorative Edition) received a carbon fiber hood as a further weight-reduction measure. Special commemorative badging, headrest embroidery, and brightly polished wheel rims (a first on the Z06) with unique centercaps completed the package"
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I picked up my 04 with 33,000 miles on it for only $19,500.




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Look at the info in this thread for things to consider when buying a C5.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ion-files.html
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I wanna thank this wonderful forum and all you dedicated members
...After many readings and research on this forum I believe we found the perfect C5 for us...putting aside all the bling bling (and that's being modest), every bolt, bushing etc. is New!
this one is ONE pampered 2001 beauty!
paid little more that we wanted to but worth it with service history and condition IMO:
35k miles and never seeing the rain nor race tracks...someone with lots of time and $$ surely loved this baby.
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Congrats that is a very sweet Ride!!!!
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Old Jun 3, 2015 | 09:24 PM
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Hey, nice 01! Was just watching the Mekum Auto Auction on MSNBC. A 98 Vert with lots of options (F45 SRC, etc) with over 150k miles on it just hammered at $19,000.

That shows you how far off KBB, Edmunds, and NADA are on pricing, IMO.
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CONGRATS! Very nice... you'll have a lot of enjoyment in that car!
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Originally Posted by 8VETTE7
Looks like a beauty... I'm sure you will love driving around and showing this one a lot more than the SC'ed one you started asking about...
Lol Thanks
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Beautiful ride, very nice. BTW, IMHO, paying a little more for a well maintained vehicle, is smart, very smart.
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now if I can only find a set of matte black rims to trade these with it will be perfect...any suggestions ?
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Nice vette! I had just responded to your post where you were looking for one
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Originally Posted by Yamerhaw
Nice vette! I had just responded to your post where you were looking for one
I know...yours is beautiful as well.
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Thank ya!
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