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Old Feb 29, 2016 | 06:39 AM
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Good morning folks,
I was wondering what some of the differences are between having a C5 convertible vs. a C5 coupe with or without a removable top?
For instance, are convertibles louder inside the car when you are driving around with the top up? Performance wise is there any difference?
Any thoughts would be appreciated.

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Old Feb 29, 2016 | 07:34 AM
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You should probably ask this question in the General section since a C5Z doesn't come as a convertible or with a Targa.

But since you asked, I do NOT like the way most convertibles look when the top is up. And I bought a Z because I wanted a FRC, it just feels tighter and better sorted out than than the interior of the coupe. That's my humble opinion.

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Old Feb 29, 2016 | 08:19 AM
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Originally Posted by Shakeydeal
You should probably ask this question in the General section since a C5Z doesn't come as a convertible or with a Targa.

But since you asked, I do NOT like the way most convertibles look when the top is up. And I bought a Z because I wanted a FRC, it just feels tighter and better sorted out than than the interior of the coupe. That's my humble opinion.

Shakey
Thanks for pointing that out Shakey. Still a newb and it shows. It seems people really like their Z's. I was leaning more towards that. I saw a real nice looking convertible for sale and I didn't think about it not being a Z. Hmmm? So much to choose from.

Anyway, every time I see your avatar I have wanted to sing...
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Broken Harbors out on a wave in the night...

Thanks again.
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