Hey guys (and gals),
Looking to move from a C4 to a C5. I have an eye on a 2001 with 52K and it looks to be in very good to excellent condition. Price is fair based on what I see similar one being advertised for and what they are being listed on this forum for.
Anything in particular that I need to be aware of with the 2001 model year? Like most cars I know newer years come with upgrades and improvements. But, is there anything I need to look out for or be aware of that is common for 2001?
Most reviews are pretty flattering for the C5 so I know I'm making a good move from my current C4.

Thanking all those who respond in advance!

 

Read these threads and go from there. Lots of good info in them.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ion-files.html

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...must-read.html

 

If you liked a C 4 you will LOVE the C 5

 

Moving from a C-4 to a C-5 is like moving from sleeping with the student to sleeping with the teacher

 

C5 improvements made on the 2001 and up models…

2001

return to 28# injectors for all models.
Second Generation Active Handling
Nassau Blue discontinued
Alternator 'clutch' pulley added on A4 cars
New soundproofing + foam in all cars
Smaller keyfob
electrochromic dimming rearview and driver's mirrors
lighter AGM battery
Thickness + Material in vert change
Chrome exhaust tips for coupe + vert
85MM MAF with integral temp sensor (versus 74mm with separate plug for IAT)
LS1 cam profile changed to: .500/0.500, 198/208 on 115.5LSA (From: 0.472/0.479, 202/210 on 117)
All Corvettes now have the LS6 intake manifold
All Corvettes now have the LS6 engine block (windage passages in block), which includes a beefier oil pump.
LS1 changes result in new output of 350 HP @ 5200 RPM and 375 Ft Lbs of torque @ 4400 RPM (MN6)
Hardtop/FRC discontinued
Pup cats added to all models
Stronger synchros in all transmissions
Exhaust manifolds revised (5hp regained) - thin wall cast replacing SS manifolds
metal valvestem caps (late year)
Torque Tube changed from metal-matrix composite to aluminum alloy 6061, increased in dia from 55 to 63 mm.
Driveshaft couplings have also been upgraded on manual-equipped models for additional strength and durability
Introduction of the Z06, which has as differences:
hardtop body style
rear brake ducting
screened inlets on front fascia, without foglights
F1 supercar tires 265-17 front, 295-18 rear, on 17x9.5 and 18x10.5 (one inch wider, respectively
new LS6 top-end with new style head design (10.5:1 compression, 64cc chamber), LS6 cam (0.525/0.525, 204/211 on 116) - 385hp
M12 transmission with shorter gearing (1-2-3 analagous to MN6 with 3.90 rear diff
Titanium exhaust system
lightweight windshield
New, stronger clutch with redesigned master + slave cylinder
Stronger rear differential (shotpeened ring gear)
Red brake calipers (otherwise identical)
Trans overtemp warning light on DIC
6500 redline gauges with special checkering + Z06 font
redesigned PCV system to help combat oil burning
Red LS6 Fuel Rail Covers (FRC's)
FE4 Z06 suspension - uprated springs, bars (30mm/23.6mm), shocks (note front spring and rear bar same as Z51)

 

You will be very happy with the change up to a C5. Light years ahead of earlier gens (I've had 'em!), just a wonderful, hard to beat, driving experience for the performance enthusiast, especially considering the modest sum required get into a high quality example. C6 and C7 drivers will throw rocks, but I think C5's are the bomb!! Best wishes!

 

Hey! That was a one time thing and in my defense I was a little drunk..

 

While not politically correct, everybody understood what you meant.

 

2001 is the oldest model to consider since it was essentially a mid-cycle refresh with lots of upgrades. Make sure you drive one before buying, it's much different than the C4, and not everybody loves it better.