[Z06] C5 z06 convertible?

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May 21, 2017 | 01:33 PM

Brycrow

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C5 z06 convertible?

Is there such a thing as a z06 convertible model?

May 21, 2017 | 01:55 PM

grantv

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C5Z vert, no. If you've seen one, it's either a convertible conversion or a vert with Z decals and or mods.

May 22, 2017 | 01:43 AM

bikeriderga

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Originally Posted by Brycrow

Is there such a thing as a z06 convertible model?

Yes, but it is a 2015 -2017 model. There were no factory Z06 drop tops until the C7.

May 28, 2017 | 08:54 PM

joe roebuck

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Grantv is correct regarding the factory no Z06 conv build.

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C5Z vert, no. If you've seen one, it's either a convertible conversion or a vert with Z decals and or mods.

I own a converted 02 Z06 and it has a factory top and looks stock. I am in the process of making it look as close as possible to the C4 Grand Sport and I get a lot of compliments on it.

I am in Detroit, which is a huge corvette town, and I have been told that the conversion can be done for $10,000.

May 29, 2017 | 01:14 AM

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Caravaggio Z06 Vert...Wide Body.

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May 29, 2017 | 01:12 PM

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Be sure that the conversion is well done. The reason there were no convertible Z06's is that the body wasn't stiff enough for the torque. A conversion requires measures to stiffen the floor after the top fixed roof is removed.

May 29, 2017 | 02:14 PM

grantv

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Originally Posted by Bryan.Elkins

Personally... if I wanted a vert (not a fan of any sort of opening in a roof, I like solid tops) with the performance of a Z06 I would never go the route of chopping up a Z. Just buy a vert and modify it to meet (or pass) Z performance. Cheaper, easier, less concerns if the top will ever leak, and no chop-chop of a somewhat more rare model.