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Funny to bring this up because...honestly...my car is my car...I'm happy with it. Comparison is the thief of joy, so I don't spend a lot of time doing comparisons. I compare my Z06 to when I bought it, not what else is out there. That being said...for some reason, the other day I just felt real unhappy about my car all of a sudden. I've had it longer than nearly any car I've ever owned...it's been at the top of my list favorite. Keep in mind, I had multiple Ferrari's, a Porsche 993, two kit cars which were blisteringly fast, mutliple M cars, etc. I kept this Z through a lot of them, because I really liked it that much. The other day though I realized....I am just tired of it. I have to change it's appearance or....unfortunately, I think its days are numbered.
I sold my 98 C5 convertible, and sometimes I regret it. Fortunately, I still have my supercharged 2000 coupe. The 630 engine horsepower keeps me smiling and keeps the car from feeling dated performance wise. My advice is, if possible, keep your ZO6, even if you buy an additional car.
A little bit, but it doesn't bother me. Most of the people on this forum know the difference between the C1-C8 generations and the years they were produced, however I've met people who were shocked when I told them my Z was 19 years old. The C3 and C5 are my favorite simply because of their smooth flowing lines and curves which remind me of classics race cars and women.
To me it whats a car supposed to be. Fast, great handeling, sharp looks. Fun to drive tops the list. Yeah backup cameras, side intervention warnings, auto breaking are nice features and add safety are but you can add these if you want. I can't think of a more fun car to drive except some rare exotic.
I sold my 98 C5 convertible, and sometimes I regret it. Fortunately, I still have my supercharged 2000 coupe. The 630 engine horsepower keeps me smiling and keeps the car from feeling dated performance wise. My advice is, if possible, keep your ZO6, even if you buy an additional car.
This has been my intention. I really wanted the next car to differentiate itself enough that it would stand apart, in terms of driving experience. Buying a C6Z and keeping my C5Z wouldn't make much sense because they're too similar. We have a C6 LS3 6spd as well...and that cars compliance is definitely enough that we switch between cars a bit. I think the C8 may have stirred me enough that I am excited about it, plus if truly the cars stays DCT only, it will lock in my C5Z as my gearbox car to have on hand. Frankly, I love the C5Z for its low weight, simplicity, and my car is built how I want. I actually "unbuilt" the car 2x already. It's last iteration was widebody and supercharged..I then pulled the L5's, the wheel/tire setup, the suspension and supercharger, and did a square setup, coilovers, big brakes, quick release smaller diameter steering wheel, heim joint tie rods, etc...and made it more balanced and more of a feel car...and I love it. I have to wait it out for the Grand Sport though...so I have to do something in the interim....full custom carbon fiber widebody and a headlight conversion I've wanted to build for 2yrs, is my only way out I think...I gotta do it.
From: Philadelphia PA (Birthplace of the USA, UNESCO World Heritage City)
Is this a real picture or a photoshop? The C8 looks humongous next to the C5.
As to answer your question, no, it does not feel dated to me. I view my C5Z as an analog race car for the street and it still performs incredibly well even by today's standards. Digital technology in a sports car is of very little importance to me.
That being said, I plan to buy a C8 but keep the C5Z as they are two totally different types of cars (gearbox, weight, technology, engine placement, etc.) and can suit different moods of driving experiences.
Originally Posted by Cubman
Last edited by ArmchairArchitect; Aug 13, 2019 at 04:23 PM.
Also, to answer the OP question:
Yes, it does feel dated. All in a good way though, thumping cam with a manual transmission, hydraulic steering, analog guages, flip up headlights (and round tail lights lol), no launch control, ability to fully deactivate traction control, ease of maintaining on your own etc. Certain things we love about cars will soon be gone (That's okay as well, that's just how time works and I am REALLY looking forward to a c8z06).
To me, "dated/aged" doesn't necessarily mean bad/worse.
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From: Gilbert, Arizona Currently Own: 1998 Coupe YouTube: My Corvette Life
Originally Posted by BKbroiler
The OP's picture is clearly photoshopped.
No, it's not. It was taken at the Road America Corvette Corral at the last IMSA race. Ive seen the photos without the watermark somewhere on this forum in the C8 section.
This is my first sport car so I can't compare but I love my car. At car shows I get compliments regarding the car when among Ferraris and other high end sports cars. Definitely not outdated in my opinion.
Yes and no... It's funny. when mine's parked next to a stockish one... mine doesn't even look like the same model lol.
Yes it feels dated in that the interior is the same kind of feel as any early 2000's chevy. But looks wise it has a classic shape. and driver wise, it's very analog.
I hate the C6 looks and how they kind of feel like a boat. The c7's aren't really all that to me. And maybe i'll buy a C8 one day, who knows. But this car just feels right in every way. Just enough tech with the transaxle and stuff but not so much that it feels disconnected.
Dated? You bet! A friend of mine had a yacht called "Yesterday's Dream" and the name suits most C5's. There was a time when almost everyone wanted a C5 and today almost anyone can own one because of big supply and low demand. Drive a newer vehicle any you'll verify just how dated the C5 is but not necessarily in a bad way. There was a time when everyone wanted a Model A Ford but improvements in comfort and performance made them obsolete or "dated". That's why most current C5 owners are "dated" themselves.
Dated? You bet! A friend of mine had a yacht called "Yesterday's Dream" and the name suits most C5's. There was a time when almost everyone wanted a C5 and today almost anyone can own one because of big supply and low demand. Drive a newer vehicle any you'll verify just how dated the C5 is but not necessarily in a bad way. There was a time when everyone wanted a Model A Ford but improvements in comfort and performance made them obsolete or "dated". That's why most current C5 owners are "dated" themselves.
eh... just depends what you want. the new stuff doesn't have the gocart feel that these can once you do a few things.
